The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph December 30, 2018

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1 The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph December 30, 2018 HOME IS WHERE THE FAMILY IS The idea, dream, and reality of family is so strong and durable that we use it to describe all that is best about human gatherings. We speak of the family of nations, of our church and parish families. The greatest compliment we can pay a friend or gracious host is to say that we feel at home with them, we feel part of the family. Families are the first crucibles in which love is tested and tempered. Jesus himself was one of three people who lived in the shadow of each other. This family, like our own, did not always get it right, but they always tried to. These three amateurs were on holiday, and one of them got lost. Two were worried sick and took great measures to find the third, a boy after all, who was seeking the meaning of his calling. He found his vocation to do his Father s work but he also returned home with his parents. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co.

2 Page 2 The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph December 30, 2018 LITURGY & PRAYER The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Scripture Readings for this weekend include: First Reading Hannah conceived, and at the end of her term bore a son whom she called Samuel (1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28) Psalm Blessed are they who dwell in your house, O Lord (Psalm 84) or Psalm 128. Second Reading See what love the Father has bestowed on us that we may be called the children of God or Colossians 3:12-21 [12-17]. Gospel The boy Jesus remained behind in Jerusalem, but his parents did not know it. They found him in the temple, in the midst of the teachers (Luke 2:41-52). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. Readings for the Week Monday: 1 Jn 2:18-21 Ps 96:1-2, Jn 1:1-18 Tuesday: Nm 6:22-27 Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8 Gal 4:4-7 Lk 2:16-21 Wednesday: 1 Jn 2:22-28 Ps 98:1-4 Jn 1:19-28 Thursday: 1 Jn 2:29 3:6 Ps 98:1, 3cd-6 Jn 1:29-34 Friday: 1 Jn 3:7-10 Ps 98:1, 7-9 Jn 1:35-42 Saturday: 1 Jn 3:11-21 Ps 100:1b-5 Jn 1:43-51 Sunday: Is 60:1-6 Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6 Mt 2:1-12 Question of the Week For this weekend December 30 The Holy Family Respect for Elders Jesus went down with them and came to Nazareth, and was obedient to them. (Luke 2:51a) How would you have reacted if you were Mary and Joseph finding Jesus in the Temple? For next weekend January 6 Epiphany of the Lord Overcoming Jealousy Then Herod sent the [magi] to Bethlehem, saying, Go and search diligently for the child; and when you have found him bring me word so that I may also go and pay him homage. (Matthew 2:8) When have you been jealous or fearful of another person? When are such feelings harmful? Holiday Parish Office Hours Sunday, Dec. 30 Parish Office open 8 to 12:30 Monday, Dec. 31 Parish Office open 8 to 4 Tuesday, Jan. 1 Parish Office closed Holy Day of Obligation Tuesday, January 1, Solemnity of Mary 10:00 AM (Mass in church) Note: The Church of St. William will have a vigil Mass at 4PM on December 31st and a 9AM mass on January 1st. Each parish will honor envelopes from neighboring parishes, meaning that if you visit St. William s you can still drop your St Timothy Holy Day envelope for the Solemnity of Mary in their collection. They will return any St. Timothy envelopes to us, and we will do the same for St William s. God s Grateful People - Supporting God s work at St. Tim s This year is coming to a close and as we count our many blessings, please remember what God has given to us through St. Tim s many ministries. As you share gifts with those close to you, please consider a special year-end gift to St. Tim s. God s work needs our support. Give through our website at Contributions Please be aware that federal standards require St. Timothy s to treat all contributions received in 2018 as 2018 contributions for tax purposes. The date on your check or written instructions to hold checks can have no bearing on which year we will record your checks according to IRS policies. The following contributions will be recorded in 2018: Anything mailed with a postmark in Donations hand delivered to our office by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, December 31, Donations put in the collection basket on or before Monday, December 31, Donations initiated online through our website on or before December 31, The parish office will close at 4:00 p.m. on December 31. Thank you for the financial support you give to St. Timothy s parish. DECEMBER 15/16 COLLECTION: $20,959 YR-TO-DATE ACTUAL/BUDGET AMOUNTS: 7/1/18 12/16/18 DATE ACTUAL: $584, BUDGETED AMOUNT: $561,875 VARIANCE TO BUDGET: $22,211

3 Page 3 The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph December 30, 2018 FAITH FORMATION & ENRICHMENT Baptizing Your Child at St. Timothy Requirements for having your child baptized at St. Timothy are: registration at St. Tim s (or another parish) and attendance at a pre-baptism class unless it has been less than two years since you have attended our class previously. Parents are encouraged to take the class before their child is born. This class is normally offered once per month. The next class will be held Monday, January 7, 2019 from 7:00 8:30 p.m. in the church. It is necessary to preregister by calling the Parish Office. You may not schedule a baptism until you have attended class. For more information or to register for the class, call the Parish Office at Godparents are also welcome to attend. Special Date for Infant Baptism at the Easter Vigil April 20, 2019, 8:30 p.m. If you are going to have your child baptized in the first quarter of 2019 this is a unique opportunity. For more information please call the parish office, A Chance to Join a Bible Study! This might be for you if you wish to become more familiar with The Gospel of St Mark. St. Tim s Winter Adult Bible Study Series will soon be exploring the Gospel writings of St. Mark, the shortest gospel in the New Testament. Using free online Catholic resources from Agape Bible Study agapebiblestudy.com, participants will study the New Testament writings and commentary, to gain deeper understanding into St. Mark s Gospel message while learning more about the early church. This study looks St. Mark s narrative with greater detail, exploring the vivid and moving accounts that reveal to us the actions and emotions of Jesus, more than the other Gospels. St Mark guided by the Holy Spirit gave inspiration to the early church which continues to be transformational for us in our faith-life today in 2018 & Free, internet-based reading materials are provided weekly, and can be printed. Please come join us for this 10-week lesson study of God s people living in the New Covenant Life of Jesus Christ. Come and see. The study group meets Monday evenings, 6:30 to 8:00 pm in room 224 at the parish center, and will run from January 7th, 2019 to March 4th The group is open and welcomes newcomers and encourages potential new participants to come. Please contact Deacon or or jfrederick@churchofsttimothy.com for more information. Council of Women Meeting All ladies of the parish are invited to the Council of Women meeting, Thursday, January 10, in room 224 of the Parish Center. Rosary 6:30 p.m., meeting at 7:00 p.m. Refreshments following meeting St. Tim s Youth Ministry Mission Trip 2019: Our 2019 mission trip to the Northern Cheyenne Reservation in Montana is from July Open to current grades Forms were due Dec. 17th but contact Kristen asap for availability! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to hear about upcoming youth events! Facebook: Fusion STYM Instagram: sttimsyouth.blaine Faith Formation Middle School- NO sessions Dec. 26 or Jan. 2- Have a great Christmas break! Senior High- Early reminder about the large group meeting on Jan. 27 in the Church at 6:30 p.m. Overcoming Hatred. More details to come! Youth Group: Upcoming Youth Group dates are Wednesdays Jan. 9, 23, 30 in the Youth Room from 7:45 9:00 p.m. Food, friends, games, prayer, and more! Friends welcome. Donut Sunday Join us next Sunday, January 6, in the hospitality center after Mass for fellowship, refreshments & a donut or two which are being prepared and served by one of our Confirmation groups. Dr. Mary Neal Book Discussion Group A study and discussion group using Dr. Mary Neal s book, 7 Lessons from Heaven: How Dying Taught Me To Live a Joyful Life will meet Monday, January 7, at 7:00 p.m. in the parish center. Please bring a copy of the book and be prepared to share in the discussion. This is the third of our four group discussion sessions. Pre-registration is not required and all are invited to attend. The final session is Tuesday, January 22, The group is facilitated by Fr. Joe and Maggie Philbrook, St. Tim s Pastoral Minister. For more information contact Maggie Philbrook at the parish center, The Church of St. Timothy welcomes the following new parishioners: Nick & Samantha Morse Barb Thorsten Peggy McCarthy Joanne Granneman Meredyth & Matthew Graham (Ada, Edward)

4 Page 4 The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph December 30, 2018 COMMUNITY & OUTREACH Social Justice News Refugee Resettlement Collection: St. Timothy s has helped resettle hundreds of refugees over the past 43 years, both by directly hosting families and by collecting household furnishings and goods for newly arriving refugees, including people from Vietnam, Liberia, Bosnia, Somalia, Laos, Iraq, and other countries too numerous to list. In the coming year, several hundreds of refugees will be arriving to the Twin Cities and Southern Minnesota, and we wish for them to experience that we are a Community of Welcome. Members of St. Timothy s Refugee Resettlement Task Force will be in the back of church next weekend, January 5th and 6th to collect your donations of household goods. To donate, you may choose to Bring a Basket, Fill a Basket, or even Buy a Basket with a cash or gift card donation, or just bring items in other packaging. You may bring your donations to the back of church either before or after Mass. While major household goods, such as furniture, beds, tables, chairs and cookware are provided through the Bridging organization, many smaller items are also needed as people set up their new homes. A list of requested items is found in this weekend s bulletin, at the doors of the church, and at the parish office. Cash and gift cards are also accepted, as well as checks made out to St. Timothy s, with memo line indicating Refugees. These donations will be used to purchase additional needed items. Since Catholic Charities in the Twin Cities no longer provides refugee resettlement services, we plan to give our donations to refugees resettled through Catholic Charities in Rochester, and through one of the other agencies in the Twin Cities. Overcoming Hatred The Shoah and the Transmission Memory.. listening, educating, and growing into the 21st Century Ken Engel, Chair of CHAIM (Children of Holocaust Survivors Association in Minnesota) Sheriff James Stuart, Anoka County Sunday, January 27, 6:30-8:00, in the Church Ken Engel s parents were both survivors of the Holocaust. He will give a short history of his parents experiences before and after the Holocaust, as well as what challenges they encountered when they immigrated to our country. He further talks about how young people today can help to steer their peers into a more positive direction. Sheriff Stuart will share information with the parents on the existence of hate groups and advise the students as to what tools they can use to resist becoming involved in members of such groups. A free will offering will be taken in support of Anoka County s Forensic Department and Jewish Federations of North America, specified for the care of aging Holocaust survivors. Abria Pregnancy Resources Abria Pregnancy Resources offers a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment for women and couples facing an unexpected pregnancy. Our clients experience friendship, hope, and encouragement through positive and life-affirming medical and personal support services, education, and resources. Help put a choice for life within reach! Abria Pregnancy Resources seeks volunteers to join in their mission of helping women and couples facing an unexpected pregnancy. We greatly need volunteers in Resource Navigation and Parent Education. Resource Navigators are a source of connection and support for clients. Parent Education Facilitators support clients by providing curriculum-based learning that empowers them to confidently assume their parenting role. Training provided. Locations in St. Paul and North Minneapolis. For more information call Gwen at or visit our website supporters.abria.org. A Women's Day of Reflection: The Desert Shall Rejoice and Blossom Jan. 19, :00 a.m.-12 p.m. Cathedral of St. Paul - Hayden Hall Join award-winning local author and speaker Liz Kelly and the women of the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary for a morning of reflection on hope, healing, and the majesty of a woman's heart for the New Year ahead. The morning will include Mass, a light breakfast, two talks, adoration, and sisterhood. Come and renew your heart with us! Cost: $25. Registration required and closes Jan. 15. To register: To register in person contact JoAnn at , CathedralAux@gmail.com or visit CathedralAux.blogspot.com January Prayer Shawl Gathering We will gather to knit and crochet prayer shawls next Monday, January 7, 7-8:30 p.m. in the parish center. Beautiful yarn is available.. For more information Please call Margaret Serreyn, Wednesday Afternoon Prayer Shawl Gatherings Cancelled We will no longer be gathering in the afternoon on the third Wednesday of the month. Prayer shawls are a comfort and a blessing to many so you are encouraged to continue your prayerful creating at home or join us on the first Monday of the month 7-8:30 in the parish center. Prayer shawls may be brought to the parish office during office hours. Cornerstone Cornerstone articles for the winter edition are due December 20. Please place articles in the Cornerstone box in the Parish Center or to downeyville@msn.com.

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8 CHURCH OF ST. TIMOTHY FAX: This bulletin is available on our website: PARISH STAFF PASTOR: Fr. Joe Whalen DEACON/BAPTISM MINISTRY: Tom Quayle DEACON/MARRIAGE MINISTRY: Joe Frederick DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE: Cathy Sullivan STEWARDSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR: David Bach BOOKKEEPER/WEBSITE/SOCIAL MEDIA: Libby Huebner OFFICE SUPERVISOR: Jill Hanson MAINTENANCE: Barry Schuetzler DIRECTOR OF LITURGY & MUSIC: Bill Steffl COORDINATOR OF LITURGICAL MUSIC: Therese Jorgensen PRE FIFTH GRADE/SEASONAL ACTIVITIES: Robbie Raaen JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH YOUTH MINISTER: Kristen Neuman DRE/MIDDLE SCHOOL/BASKETS: Margaret Kelly CRISIS/BEFRIENDERS/HOSP. SHUT-IN: Maggie Philbrook OFFICE HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:00AM-9:00PM Thursday 8:00AM-5:00PM Friday 8:00AM-4:00PM Saturday CLOSED Sunday 8:00AM-12:30PM MASS SCHEDULE: *ASL Interpreter at 8:30 AM Mass* Saturday evening: 5:00PM Sunday: *8:30 & 10:30AM Weekdays: Tues-Friday, Comm Service Monday 9AM Holydays: Variable ROSARY: Weekdays 8:30AM in Parish Center Chapel SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Individual: Saturday following 5:00PM Mass Penitential Prayer Service: Variable PRAYER REQUESTS: Call or COMMUNION FOR HOMEBOUND: Contact Maggie Philbrook at Parish Office. BAPTISMS: Parents must attend a pre-baptism class. Call Parish Office for scheduling. WEDDINGS: Arrangements must be made at least six months prior to the wedding. MISSION STATEMENT We are a progressive, welcoming Catholic community that values full participation in worship and community service. We commit to being a peace-loving, Eucharistic community providing integrated faith formation and applying gospel values to daily living.