Third Sunday in Ordinary Time January 22, 2012

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1 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time January 22, 2012 Pastoral Staff Rev. Joseph J. Quindlen, Pastor Rev. James J. Kelly, In Residence Parish Staff Paris A. DiPietro, Business Manager Lydia L. Hayward, Business Secretary Anthony R. Mashaintonio, Maintenance Supervisor John F. Phipps, Sr., Church Sacristan Cecilia T. Dadario, Administrative Assistant JoAnn M. O Connor, Administrative Assistant Permanent Deacons Kenneth P. Clancy, Emil J. Wernert, William R. Radetzky, (Retired), Joel M. Ziff, (Retired) School Staff Miriam A. Havey: Principal, (610) Dolores Strittmatter, Secretary Tour/Info: (610) Office of Religious Education (610) Stephanie Quigley, Coordinator, part-time Nicole Zimmerman, Adm. Assistant, part-time Office of Youth Ministry Gail Toto, part-time (610) Walton Road, Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Phone: (610) Fax: (610) epiphanych@comcast.net Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 22, 2012, Page 1

2 Regional School Implementation Committee Thank you to Colleen Derfler, Joe Maguire and Kelly McBride, who have accepted the appointment of Father Quindlen and Miss Havey to the Regional Each school is to have three representatives appointed by the pastor and principal. The first meeting of the Regional School Implementation Committee, which includes the other pastors, and two other principals, will be held Jan. 18. Thank you also to all of you for accepting Archbishops Chaput s decision to accept the Blue Ribbon Commission s recommendation that Epiphany of Our Lord Parish, Plymouth Meeting, be the location of the new regional elementary school. Youth Ministry Events High School Youth Group: this Sunday, Jan. 22, from 7-9 p.m. in the Parish Center. All high school teens are invited. Bring a friend. For further information, contact Gail Toto, Parish Youth Minister, at (610) Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Jan , is the annual observance of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. The theme this year is "We will all be changed by the Victory of Our Lord Jesus Christ," (1 Cor. 15:51-58). In the U.S., the annual theme is developed, adapted and published for use by the Graymoor Ecumenical and Interreligious Institute, a ministry of the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement. 2012's theme is chosen by the Christian churches and communities of Poland. The texts for study, prayer and reflection are the work of the Polish churches along with the joint committee for the Week of Prayer of the Holy See and the World Council of Churches. Christian unity is already a reality in so many ways: in our common proclamation of Scriptures, in our united belief in the Trinity, in our binding dogma of Christ as Saviour and God Incarnate as man, in the sacrament of baptism and, yes, in our belief that the world will be transformed by the Second Coming. A Day of Penance and Prayer In all the Dioceses of the United States of America, Jan. 22 (or Jan. 23, when Jan. 22 falls on a Sunday) shall be observed as a particular day of prayer for the full restoration of the legal guarantee of the right to life and of penance for violations to the dignity of the human person committed through acts of abortion. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Needed Any parishioner interested in becoming an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion is invited to attend an Information Session on Wednesday, Feb. 1, at 7 p. m. in the Parish Center. Please contact Mary Sheehan at (610) or Toni Rochow at (610) if you plan to attend. We need volunteers to bring Holy Communion to the sick who are homebound, at Sunrise of Blue Bell, Arista Care at Meadow Springs and Mercy Suburban Hospital. We also need volunteers to help distribute Holy Communion at four Masses on weekends and Holy Days of Obligation, and daily Mass (Mon.-Sat.). A Scripture Meditation and Prayer will be provided 15 minutes before daily Mass. Adult Faith Formation Will meet in the Parish Center on the following dates: Wednesday, Feb. 29, from 7-9 p.m. Discussion topic is Theology of Suffering. Wednesday, Mar. 21, from 7-9 p. m. Discussion topic is The Saints. A l l are welcome. Patronize our Advertisers We have only three blank spaces of advertising to fill on the back page of our parish bulletin. Consider advertising your business for all our readers to see. Call J.S. Paluch Co. Inc. toll free at 1 (800) if interested. Please patronize our advertisers. Thank you. Drivers Needed Our parishioners who live at Sunrise on Blue Bell Penllyn Pike are able to attend the 9:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday due to the generosity and kindness of our volunteer drivers. Would you consider being an occasional substitute driver, if needed? Contact Noel Gallagher at (215) Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 22, 2012, Page 2

3 Prayer for Christian Unity Lord God, we thank you for sending your Son Jesus Christ to gather all peoples into the one communion of love and life through your Holy Spirit. We thank you for reminding us in our day to extend every effort to maintain the unity of the followers of Christ for which He so fervently prayed. We ask today that this unity, this gift of the Holy Spirit, be so renewed among our churches that they will overcome obstacles that hinder a fuller expression of this gift and prevent a stronger witness to your love in Christ, through the Spirit with whom You live and reign forever and ever. Amen. Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 22, 2012, Page 3

4 MASS INTENTIONS Monday, Jan. 23 8:30 A.M. Hugh McKenna Tuesday, Jan. 24 8:30 A.M. Sister Mary Rita Mullen Wednesday, Jan. 25 8:30 A.M. William McLaughlin Thursday, Jan. 26 8:30 A.M. Douglas Gibson Friday, Jan. 27 8:30 A.M. Sante Dipietro Saturday, Jan. 28 8:30 A.M. Anthony Engro Palm If you have any palm at home from last year, please bring it to the rectory or drop it at the collection basket for Ash Wednesday Contribution Statement Please call the rectory at (610) if you are interested in receiving a statement of your 2011 contributions. Collection Counters We are in immediate need of a collection counter for the third Monday of each month. Please contact JoAnn O Connor at (610) if you would like to volunteer. Please Pray For The Sick Anne Alexander* Helen Brady* Lily Gallagher* Wayne Hayward* Louis Hines* Lamina Nicholas* Helen Miller* Cindy Pandolfo Lord, We pray for the safety of our troops! Mary Pizzico* John Purcell* Maureeen Ryan* Chloe Sesso, Baby Ray Vozzo *Parishioner The Sunday Mass Is now airing in Pennsylvania on ABC family from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. each Sunday. This Mass is produced by the Passionist Fathers and Brothers in New York City and airs nationally on various affiliates. Too early for you? Tape it, tivo it, or watch it online. For more information consult the website at < It is a special ministry, particularly for the elderly and the infirmed. Please Remember in your Prayers Those Who Have Died Karolyn Maychack Stanziani Who died Jan. 12 Mother of John, Thomas & Maria Stanziani Sister of Charles and Paul Maychack Stewardship is a way of life. Tithing is God s Plan for Giving. This Week s Tithe $ N/A Last Year s Tithe $ 14,861 Children's Tithe $ N/A From the Pastor: How lovely our church looked during the Christmas season! We are so grateful to so many wonderful volunteers who decorated the church, especially the sanctuary, and most especially the nativity scene, which was blessed during our earlier Vigil Mass on Christmas Eve. Thank you to Gloria Leidig, our Art and Environment coordinator, and to all who assisted her during set up and take down for their efforts on our behalf. From the Pews: Tithing doesn t mean we have to give up what we have; it s about giving enough. The vocabulary of our faith invites us to the table at every Mass for a spiritual meal; this church is our house, and the people seated in front of and behind us are not just familiar faces. They are the family with whom we share our gifts. Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 22, 2012, Page 4

5 Perpetual Adoration Chapel In order to keep our Perpetual Adoration Chapel open 24/7, we need your help. Please ASK a family member or friend to consider spending time with our Eucharistic Lord Jesus. He is our companion, our divine physician and Good Shepherd. You can come to HIM, to praise and adore HIM or to pour out one s heart to HIM, to ask for inspiration, to be consoled and comforted, to ask for favors and guidance, and to give thanks. If you can commit to any of these times, please call Elaine Thorpe at (610) SUNDAY: MONDAY: TUESDAY: WEDNESDAY: THURSDAY: FRIDAY: SATURDAY: OPEN HOURS 12-1PM, 1-2PM, 3-4PM, 8-9PM, 12:30-2AM 10-11AM, 3-4PM, 11PM-12:30AM 10-11AM, 1-2PM,4-5PM, 12:30-2AM, 2-3:30AM, 3:30-5AM 5-6 AM, 4-5PM, 5-6 PM, 7-8PM, 10-11PM, 11PM-12:30AM, 12:30-2AM, AM 2-3:30AM, 3:30-5AM, 11AM-NOON 5-6 AM, AM, 1-2PM, 4-5PM, 6-7PM,7-8PM, 10-11PM, 12:30-2AM, 2-3:30AM 5-6AM, 8-9AM, 7-8PM, 2-3:30AM, 3:30-5AM 11-12PM, 12-1PM, 1-2PM, 3-4PM, 6-7PM,9-10PM, 2-3:30AM, 3:30-5AM Legion of Mary The Legion of Mary of our parish continues to visit all the homes within our parish boundaries, both Catholic and non- Catholic, as part of our Evangelization Program. When they call on your family, please receive them kindly into your homes, as you would receive Christ. Epiphany Parish s Legion of Mary meets every Thursday from 6-7:30 p.m. in Room 3 of the Parish Center. All are welcome! Visit a junior Legion of Mary meeting any Wednesday at 4:45 p.m. at the Legion building, 510 Green St., Norristown. Meet Catholic kids, pray the rosary, visit the sick and elderly. Frozen Casserole Ministry The Frozen Casserole Ministry collects casseroles on the first Sunday of each month from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Parish Center and delivers them to the Missionaries of Charity in Norristown to feed the needy of this area. Casseroles can also be placed in the Rectory Meeting Room freezer anytime. The tins are graciously provided by the Knights of Columbus and will be available at the collection, with some limited supplies also at the freezer. If you have any questions, please call Suzanne Antonello at (215) SATURDAY: SUNDAY: DAILY: HOLYDAYS: MASS SCHEDULE 5 p.m. Vigil (fulfills the Sunday Obligation) 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., & 11:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Monday to Saturday Vigil at 7 p.m., 8:30 a.m., 12 & 7 p.m. CONFESSIONS Saturday: 3:30-4:30 p.m. and by appointment. RECTORY HOURS MONDAY-THURSDAY 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. FRIDAY 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed for lunch: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. SATURDAY 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. SUNDAY Closed July-August A mail slot is located in the rectory front door. OFFICE REQUESTS To register in the parish, arrange for a baptism, or request a Certificate of Eligibility for sponsorship at baptism or confirmation, you may contact the rectory. You may come in person to the rectory to meet with one of the deacons on any Sunday of the month (except July and August) after the 9:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. Masses. Also, please advise our office of any change of address, telephone number or family status. Baptism Baptisms are celebrated every Sunday after the 11:30 a.m. Mass, except on the fifth Sunday of the month when Baptism is celebrated during the 11:30 a.m. Mass. Both parents must attend a Pre-Jordan class, which is held the first Wednesday of every month. Pre-Registration for the class is required by coming to the Rectory office after the 9:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. Masses on any Sunday (except July and August) and seeing a Priest or Deacon. Sponsors are required to obtain a letter from their church stating they are members in good standing. Marriage Notify the Priest of your intention to marry at least six months before the date of the wedding to assure sufficient preparation and to arrange for Pre-Cana instruction and Natural Family Planning sessions. Pre-Cana Days are held in April and October. ANOINTING OF THE SICK First Saturday of the month during 8:30 a.m. Mass or by special request. Please notify the rectory as soon as possible when any parishioner becomes seriously ill or is admitted to the hospital. MIRACULOUS MEDAL PERPETUAL NOVENA After 8:30 am Mass every Saturday Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 22, 2012, Page 5

6 Epiphany of Our Lord CYO Athletic Ministry 2012 Spring Sports Registration Form All parishioners of Epiphany of Our Lord are invited to register for a Spring Sport. If you attend another school you may play CYO sports and also play for your school team. Sign-Up January 4 to February 17 A separate registration form must be completed for each child. JV and Varsity Sports Fees: Per child per sport $75 Maximum Family Fee $200 Girls JV Softball Grades 5&6 Girls Varsity Softball Grades 7&8 Boys JV Baseball Grade 5&6 Boys Varsity Baseball Grades 7&8 Boys and Girls Track Grade 4 to 8 Pee Wee Track Grade 1 to 3 Fee: $30 per child (includes team T shirt) Name: Date of Birth Age: Address: City: ZIP Home Phone: Cell # Grade School: Member of EOL Parish Yes Parish Name, if not EOL I give my full consent to the Epiphany of Our Lord Parish CYO Athletic Ministry to engage any medical professionals to administer emergency medical treatment, if deemed necessary, to my son/daughter in the event of an unforeseen injury or illness or suspect injury. For myself, my family members, and my child, I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Epiphany of Our Lord Parish CYO, its employees, and volunteers, and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, harmless from and against all liabilities, injuries, expenses and claims arising out of any connection with or participation in such activities. I confirm that my child is covered by medical insurance, the provision of which is a requirement for participation in all of Epiphany of Our Lord CYO Athletic Ministry. I give my permission for my child s picture to be taken as a part of the CYO Athletic Ministry program and to be used in any promotion of the parish program including the website. I have read and fully understand the medical information and release of liability stated herein and subject to all of the above. Parent/Guardian s Signature: Special Information: (Medical concerns, etc.) HEAD COACH POSITION REGISTRATION DUE DATE IS FEB. 1, 2012 Interested in Coaching: Name: Head Coach: Asst. Coach: Phone: Please return form and fee to: Denise Boyle, 783 Valley Road, Blue Bell, PA questions to denise.boyle@comcast.net. A separate form is required for each registrant. Fee is per sport per registrant. No forms will be accepted after March 2 unless any team still needs players. Please enclose cash or check payable to: Epiphany of Our Lord Youth Ministry Program Eligibility Rules: Public and private school students must be: Catholic and a registered member of EOL parish. Certain teams may have a cap limit on the amount of players they are having on the team. NOTE: A $50 refundable uniform fee will be collected when uniforms are distributed. The fee must be a check and will be returned when the uniform is returned in good condition. No refunds will be issued after March 2. Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 22, 2012, Page 6

7 Epiphany of Our Lord School News 3040 Walton Road Plymouth Meeting, PA Office Phone: / Tours and Information: Website: A Note from the Principal We have a cover girl! Erin Mahady was recently interviewed and photographed by the local newspapers. Her entry was chosen for the Drug Awareness Calendar. Her drawing is lovely and in her interview she is articulate and confident. She and her family got to visit Harrisburg for an awards ceremony. We were excited to receive calendars for the students. We are so proud of Erin. We have a study group that meets weekly to prepare for the SATs. These seventh graders have switched from High School Entrance exams to the real SATs. They were surprised how much harder the tests were as was I. How did I ever get into college? The children were quick to point out how important it is to have an extensive vocabulary. I think that is probably the best advice anyone can receive to prepare for any entrance test. How astute the students of Epiphany are! Please remember in prayer all participants in the March for Life. School News KINDERGARTEN: MRS. KONESKI: The kindergarten learned about Martin Luther King Jr. and what a great man he was. They made a craft called "I Have a Dream." In Religion and Science they are learning about their senses. They know God gave them their senses to discover the world. They are taste testing, listening to sounds, playing "What's inside the box?," and smelling some spices from the kitchen. What a fun week we had! 1ST GRADE: MRS. DUNSMORE: Our first grade students are looking forward to the classroom "Camp In." The children are reading a story titled the "Camp In" in their anthologies. Working together, we will recreate a campground setting in our classroom. Parents are being invited to share in the festivities. Some of the rotating centers will involve storytelling in 2 tents, fishing for math facts, making a camping art project, writing and illustrating about the joys of camping and last but not least enjoying smores pop tarts and hot chocolate. The little ones will have the opportunity to bring their favorite stuffed animal with them to share this fun filled camping experience. 2ND GRADE: MRS. MORASCO: We will begin to discuss how Jesus gives Himself in the Eucharist in religion. We will continue to learn about the States of Matter in science. We will conclude the unit in math on doubledigit addition and subtraction. 3RD GRADE: MS. PALCKO: The children finished reading the book "Chocolate Touch." We also read about an "Ice Hotel" in Sweeden. The children thought that was amazing. In Science we did some fun experiments to show "How Things Move" and "How Objects Change Positions." 4TH GRADE: MS. CATANIA: My fourth graders will be making equations with the operations of multiplication and division. The budding scholars will be practicing the reading strategy of distinguishing fact from opinion while reading an autobiography of a storybook illustrator. These young authors will be planning a persuasive writing piece convincing their fellow classmates to try a cherished hobby. 5TH GRADE: MS. MILLER: Grade 5: Social Studies: Miss Miller: The 5th grade class composed cinquains and are now creating advertisements. We explored the SW states in the US. Grade 6 learned about Germany and have now moved eastward to Russia. Grade 7 studies the first administration of George Washington while Grade 8 finds out about the domestic policies of Taft and Wilson. ART: MRS. CRAWFORD: GRADES 6,7,8: penguin families are almost all done and hanging in the hallway. Snowflake cling on are the new project. COMPUTERS: MRS. CRAWFORD: Grade Pre-K K,1,2,3,4 Lower grades will be coordinated with grade teachers for portaportal programs/curriculum they are currently working on. Grades 4-8 started a new Vocabulary File. Grade 5 working on state brochures, Grade 6-8 a new project assignment this week we will be working on research of a landmark. Pink paper are due completed 1st side grade 6,7 and both side grade 8 by next class when you walk in the lab. ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS: MS. CRAWFORD: ELA GRADE 6,7,8: We are finishing up "To Kill A Mockingbird." GYM: MRS. GILMAN: Grades 1-3 will continue to warm up with jump ropes by jumping with partners this week. We will have scooter races and activities. Their favorite game is Giddy up-horsey! Grades 4-8 will also warm up with partner jump rope challenges. Warmup will be followed by "Mat Ball"- a wifffleball base stealing game-always a favorite! HONORS MATH: MRS. O HAGAN: GRADES 4,5,6,7,8: 4th - Working on division procedures and patterns. 5th - Introduction of Geometry, lines and angels. 6th - Perimeter, area, and circumference. 7th - Volume of shapes. 8th - Solving inequalities. MATH: MS. MARIANI: GRADES 5-8: We will be solving proportions and identifying similar polygons. Grade 6 will be starting their preparation for Confirmation. Please encourage conversation with them about this important, significant sacrament. MUSIC: SR. REGINA DOUGHERTY, SSJ- Students in Grades 1-8 are continuing to work on the music staff. They are able to create words on the staff and to figure out words already written on the staff via music notes (ie. whole, half, quarter). Students in Grades 4-8 will eventually add simple melodies to rhythm scores to create their own song/piece of music. Students in Pre-K and Kindergarten enjoy coming into the music room and playing instruments, moving around and singing songs related to winter. SCIENCE: MR. ANTONELLO: GRADES 5,6,7,8: 5th Grade has given a lot of input with regards to Simple Machines. 6th Grade is obeying Newton s Laws of Motion as they continue learning about velocity. 7th Grade is carrying on with their studies about blood vessels. 8th Grade has been keeping their knowledge on waves current. YOUTH RESPECT LIFE: MRS. CRAWFORD & MS. PALCKO: GRADES 3,4,5,6,7,8: Please pray for our church members who will be attending the March for Life In Washington, DC. Think about taking your child for an experience they will never forget. Sign up in the back of the church. SPANISH: MRS. CRAWFORD: GRADES 5,6,7,8: Rosetta stone at child s own pace. Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 22, 2012, Page 7