Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

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1 SAINT NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE PARISH Goethals Ave. Jamaica, NY (718) Office (718) Fax ALL ARE WELCOME! WEEKEND SCHEDULE/HORARIO DE MISAS Saturday Eve: 5:00 P.M. Sunday Masses: 7:30 A.M. 9:15 A.M. (ESPAÑOL) 10:45 A.M. 12:15 P.M. 5:00 P.M. Daily Mass - Monday to Saturday 7:45 A.M. & 12:05 P.M. BAPTISMS Parents must first make an appointment in the rectory 2 months before the date and present the original birth certificate. English: Usually the 2nd Saturday and 4th Sunday of each month at a 2:00 pm ceremony and at Sunday Mass by arrangement. Instruction class is on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30 pm. Spanish: Usually the 3rd Sunday of each month at a 2:00 pm ceremony. Instruction class is on the Friday before at 7:00 pm. RECONCILIATION (CONFESSIONS) Monday through Saturday: 11:45 am- 12:00 Noon - Chapel Saturday: 4:00-4:45 pm - Church. And by appointment. MARRIAGE According to Diocesan regulations, arrangements must be made at least six months in advance in the rectory. CARE OF THE SICK Communion is regularly brought to the sick by the Priests and Ministers of Communion. Please let us know if someone is confined at home because of illness or age. RECTORY OFFICE HOURS Monday to Friday: 9:00 am - 12 Noon & 1:00-8:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm ST. NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE CATHOLIC ACADEMY (Pre-K to 8) Parsons Blvd. Phone: RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CENTER S Goethals Ave. Phone: OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET Phone: stnicksfleamarket@gmail.com EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Most Sundays from 1:30-4:45 pm and First Fridays. Second Sunday in Ordinary Time January 20, 2019 When the wine ran short, the mother of Jesus said to him, They have no wine. And Jesus said to her, Woman, how does your concern affect me? My hour has not yet come. His mother said to the servers, Do whatever he tell you. John 2:1-11

2 SAINT NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE PARISH Masses for the Week ACTIVITIES FOR The week JAMAICA, NY Saturday, January 19 5:00p Marie Muteba Sunday, January 20 7:30 Ramon & Ramona San Juan Cruzana (L) 9:15 Isabel Narvaez Holy Spirit Jamie Lucena Miguel Angel Martinez (2 nd Month Death Ann.) Juan Gutierrez 10:45 Lucia & Jerome Menezes Blessings For Married Couples & Peace In The Family (L) Corazon Militante Carmen Diaz Romeo Galang Jose Antonio T. Bernardo (L) 12:15p Jocelyn Ganton & Family 5:00p People of the Parish Monday, January 21 9:30 Josefina E. Franco de Bravo Tuesday, January 22 7:45 Fr. John Francis 12:05 Lucille Joseph Wednesday, January 23 7:45 Marie Muteba 12:05p Sixto Fernandez (L) B-Day) Thursday, January 24 7:45 Souls in Purgatory 12:05p Christina Silva (L) B-Day Friday, January 25 7:45 Joseph Tafuri 12:05p Mariano & Aurora Z. Aquino Saturday, January 26 7:45 Vidal, Destiny & Alex (L) 12:05p Julio Pardo 5:00p People of the Parish Sunday, January 27 7:30 Alice & Paul Kaufman (L) (50th Wedding Ann.) 9:15 Josefina E. Franco de Bravo & Maximo Fernandez Victor Martinez (21st Year Death Anniversary) & Gloria Villalba (6 Month Death Ann.) 10:45 Cesar A. Borja Carmen Ramirez de Anda (L) Lucia & Jerome Menezes Oscar Alcordo 12:15p Marie Muteba 5:00p Lucille Joseph PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS Sick: Zander Alvarez, Mike Sidell. Deceased: Diana Fusco and Jared Dakota Gold. SUNDAY, January 20 10:30 am - Evan. for Adults/Spanish - Tolentine Hall 1:00 pm - Marian Movement - RE 2:00 pm - Spanish Baptism - Church MONDAY, JANUARY 21 - OFFICE CLOSED TUESDAY, January 22 10:30 am - Active Retirees - Tolentine Hall 6:00 pm - Shelter - Austin Hall 6:00 pm - Self-Help - Seton Hall 7:15 pm - A.A. - Cafeteria 7:30 pm - Youth Awakening - Youth Center 8:00 pm - Ultreya - RE WEDNESDAY, January 23 6:00 pm - Shelter - Austin Hall 6:00 pm - ESL - Cafeteria - Seton Hall 7:00 pm - NYPD Auxiliary Training - Tolentine Hall THURSDAY, January 24 10:00 am - Bible Study (English) - RE 6:00 pm - Shelter - Austin Hall 6:00 pm - Self-Help - Seton Hall 7:00 pm - Grupo de Oracion - Chapel 7:30 pm - Light of Christ - Tolentine Hall FRIDAY, January 25 4:30 pm - Children s Choir Practice - Church 6:00 pm - Shelter - Austin Hall 6:00 pm - Family Communion - RE 7:00 pm - Oracion Workshop - RE 7:00 pm - Scouts - Gym, Cafeteria, Seton Hall 8:00 pm - Fil Am - Tolentine Hall SATURDAY, January 26 9:30 am - Zumba Fitness - Tolentine Hall 10:00 am - ESL - Cafeteria/Seton Hall 1:30 pm - Sto. Niño Feast Mass - Church/Tolentine Hall 7:15 pm - A.A. - Cafeteria SUNDAY, January 27 9:00 am - Indoor Flea Market 10:30 am - Grupo de Familias - Cafeteria 2:00 pm - Baptism - Church On Monday, January 21 st, the Rectory Office will be closed in Celebration of Martin Luther King Day. There will be one Mass at 9:30 am.

3 Parish Stewardship Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Next Weekend s Readings 3 Week Ending: January 13, 2019 Total Regular Collection: $ 7, Last year same weekend: $ 8, Special Collection Christmas Church Final: $ 28, Thank you for your continued support. SECOND COLLECTION UPDATE January 27th - The second collection will be for Churches in Need. February 3rd - The second collection will be for Monthly Maintenance. St. Nick s is a welcoming community in the Catholic Tradition, enriched by many cultures, rooted in God s Word and the Eucharist, offering loving service. RECTORY Rev. John Francis Rev. Luçon Rigaud Rev. Thomas P. Joseph, Rev. Benjamin Madu Rev. Peter A. Mahoney Deacon Thomas Jorge STAFF Mrs. Gloria Scarola Mr. Steven Acosta Mr. José L. Villanueva Sr. Karen Cavanagh, C.S.J. Ms. Christina Rosado Pastor Parochial Vicar CMI Parochial Vicar In Residence Weekend Assistant Permanent Deacon Bookkeeper Maintenance Manager Music Director Family Minister Youth Minister ST. NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Mr. Robert Lowenberg Principal Ms. Julissa Gonzalez Mrs. Lorraine White Mrs. Sonya Vidal RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CENTER Sr. Alice Michael, S.U.S.C. Administrative Assistant Secretary Tuition Manager Director of Faith Formation (DFF) Nehemiah 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10 Should the word of God bring us sadness, or joy? Psalm 19:8, 9, 10, 15 The decree of the Lord is refreshment for the soul. 1 Corinthians 12:12-30 Christ s body has many parts, sharing the same sorrows and joy. Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21 In Nazareth, Jesus makes the word of God come true. There are a variety of gifts, but the same Spirit. Is the Holy Spirit leading you to share your gifts as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life? Contact the Vocation Office at (718) or vocations@diobrook.org. CELEBRATING THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM The following children were baptized during the month of December. Let s pray for them and their families and welcome them as new members of our Parish. Carlos Campos Meireles PARISH CENSUS REGISTRATION We urge all Parishioners to be registered in the Parish census. This census is used for letters of recommendation, and for sponsors at sacraments. The Parish cannot give permission, sponsorship or recommendation letters to anyone who is NOT already registered as a Parishioner. To register please come to the Rectory Office. Please visit St. Nick s website at:

4 January 20, From the Pastor s Desk The Annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity The annual week of prayer for Christian Unity will be observed from Monday, January 18 th through Monday, January 25 th. The theme for this year 2019 is Justice and only Justice You Shall Follow (Deut 16:18-20). The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity began in 1908 as the Octave of Christian Unity, and focused on prayer for church unity. Since then, once a year, all Christians are reminded of Jesus prayer for his disciples that that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. (John 17:21) Hearts are touched and Christians come together to pray for unity. During this week, parishes all over the world exchange preachers or arrange special ecumenical celebrations and prayer services. All Christians are called to proclaim in their own ways the great things God has done for them. 46 th Annual March for Life January 22 nd is the anniversary of the Supreme Court Decision, Roe vs. Wade (1973). Catholic Bishops of the United States have designated January 22 nd as a special day of prayer and penance for the legal protection of unborn children. Since then, every January 22 nd, our Nation s Capital witnesses the enormous crowd of marchers who protest against this decision. We pray that more and more people choose life and not death. Let us follow Mary s instruction: Do whatever He (Jesus) tells you Today, we rejoice in God who has never forsaken us! In the first reading, He assures us of His willingness to continue to protect and save us, His people. In the second reading, Paul reminds us that God has lavished each of us with the gifts of the Holy Spirit. We must use these gifts, generously given by God, to serve the Church also generously, for freely you have received, freely give. (Mt. 10:8) In the Gospel, we read about the first miracle (sign) of Jesus: changing water into wine at the wedding feast at Cana. The Blessed Virgin Mother had an important role in this miracle. Showing her motherly concern for those in need, she alerted Jesus that the wine had run out. Through her intercession, Jesus responded to the need. The miracle at Cana teaches us many things. It challenges us to follow Our Lord s example of enriching the empty lives of those around us with the new wine of love, mercy, concern, and care. This event also demonstrates our Blessed Mother s love and concern for us, her children. Jesus may be able to refuse requests, but definitely not those coming from His Mother! It is important to note, however, that we should have the mind and heart of Christ, for only then can we really Do whatever He tells you. God bless you, Fr. John Francis

5 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 5 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CORNER Sister Alice Michael, S.U.S.C. - Director of Faith Formation Contact Information We have now entered into Ordinary Time of our Liturgical Year once again. Through the celebrations, the particular scripture, prayers, music and even the liturgical color for each liturgical season, we are helped to enter more deeply into and live the salvation that Jesus has brought us. During the four weeks of Advent, the color purple reminded us of the spiritual preparation necessary to enable us to experience in a deeper way the birth of Jesus in our hearts. Then during the Christmas season, extending from Christmas to the Baptism of Jesus, the color white/gold emphasized the joy we experience: the long-promised Savior has come. The day after the Baptism of Jesus, begins Ordinary Time with the color green which symbolized growth and hope. The term ordinary may make us think what happens during these 34 weeks is very ordinary in the sense that we are not preparing for His coming at Christmas; we are not celebrating His birth; nor are we in the midst of the 40 days of Lent and the joy-filled 50 days of Easter ending with Pentecost. The weeks immediately following the Baptism of Jesus up to Ash Wednesday and then from the day after Pentecost to the Feast of Christ the King are referred to as Ordinary Time because they are counted by numbers referred to as ordinands. During the weeks of Ordinary Time, through the teachings, parables, and miracles, we enter more deeply into Jesus life of making God known and teaching us the Way that leads to our eternal happiness in heaven. This is the mission that the Father entrusted to Jesus. During Lent and Easter, we will reflect more deeply on how Jesus brought His mission to fulfillment. Next week s bulletin will explain why the number of weeks in Ordinary Time before Ash Wednesday vary from year to year. God bless you! Sister Alice Michael, S.U.S.C. Director of Faith Formation Ahora hemos entrado en el Tiempo Ordinario de nuestro Año Litúrgico una vez más. A través de las celebraciones, las escrituras particulares, las oraciones, la música e incluso el color litúrgico de cada temporada litúrgica, se nos ayuda a profundizar y vivir la salvación que Jesús nos ha traído. Durante las cuatro semanas de Adviento, el color púrpura nos recordó la preparación espiritual necesaria para permitirnos experimentar de una manera más profunda el nacimiento de Jesús en nuestros corazones. Luego, durante la temporada navideña, que se extiende desde la Navidad hasta el bautismo de Jesús, el color blanco / dorado enfatiza la alegría que experimentamos: el Salvador prometido por largo tiempo ha venido. El día después del Bautismo de Jesús, comienza el Tiempo Ordinario con el color verde que simboliza el crecimiento y la esperanza. El término "ordinario" puede hacernos pensar que lo que sucede durante estas 34 semanas es muy común en el sentido de que no nos estamos preparando para su venida en Navidad; no estamos celebrando su nacimiento; tampoco estamos en medio de los 40 días de Cuaresma y los 50 días de Pascua llenos de alegría que terminan con Pentecostés. Las semanas que siguen inmediatamente al Bautismo de Jesús hasta el Miércoles de Ceniza y luego desde el día después de Pentecostés hasta la Fiesta de Cristo Rey se conocen como Tiempo Ordinario porque se cuentan por números que se denominan "ordenandos". Durante las semanas del Tiempo Ordinario, a través de las enseñanzas, parábolas y milagros, entramos más profundamente en la vida de Jesús de dar a conocer a Dios y enseñarnos el Camino que conduce a nuestra felicidad eterna en el cielo. Esta es la misión que el Padre confió a Jesús. Durante la Cuaresma y la Pascua, reflexionaremos más profundamente sobre cómo Jesús llevó a cabo su misión. El boletín de la próxima semana explicará por qué la cantidad de semanas en el Tiempo Ordinario antes del Miércoles de Ceniza varía de un año a otro. Que Dios Los Bendiga! Hermana Alice Michael, S.U.S.C. Directora de Formación de Fe CONGRATULATIONS! The priests and entire parish community at St. Nicholas of Tolentine wish to congratulate MASS INTENTIONS FOR 2019 ARE AVAILABLE Alice & Paul Kaufman on their 50th Wedding Anniversary January 25, 2019 We congratulate them and pray for their good health! Come By Our Rectory to Reserve a Mass for a Loved One.

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7 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 7 FOOD PANTRY Because of the needs of the people we serve, we need to continue our food drive. We are seeking food donations. Please bring non-perishable food items (or a monetary donation) to help our parish serve our neighbors who come to us in need. Here are some suggested items: Juice, canned vegetables and canned fruits, dried beans, canned tuna or salmon, soup, tomato sauce, peanut butter, canned beans, evaporated milk, cereal, white rice, pasta. (Please be sure items are not expired.)

8 FLEA MARKET UPDATE January 20, Zumba Fitness Lose the pounds. Save your life! Our next INDOOR FLEA MARKET will be on January 27, For more information please call Saturday January 26, :30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. in Tolentine Hall Donation $7.00 Phone: WANTED! Nearly new or used items for re-sale at our St. Nick s table in the Flea Market. Please bring items to the rectory. (No clothing or stuffed animals.) Rosary Makers If you are interested in learning how to make Rosaries, please register by leaving your name and phone number in the Rectory. Meetings are usually held every other Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in Austin Hall. ACTIVE RETIREES AÑOS DORADOS Those interested in meeting and socializing with great individuals, we have you covered. Join our Active Retirees group, we are fun, loving and caring group. DATE: TIME: January 22 ND 10:30 a.m. LOCATION: Tolentine Hall ACTIVE RETIREES AÑOS DORADOS CLOTHING DRIVE We are collecting gently used winter clothing for Hour Children. DATE: TIME: DATE: TIME: Saturday, February 2 ND 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, February 3 RD 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. LOCATION: Tolentine Hall MOVED Please remember to let us know if you have moved. It is important to keep our records updated. PARISH GIFT SHOPPE Our Parish gift shop is open on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Stop by and browse before or after Mass.

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11 Segundo Domingo en Tiempo Ordinario 20 de enero 2019 BAUTISMOS En español El tercer domingo de cada mes a las 2:00 p.m. Los padres y los padrinos deben de asistir a una clase de preparación el Viernes anterior a las 7:00 PM. En inglés el segundo sábado y cuarto domingo de cada mes a las 2:00 p.m. Los padres y padrinos deben de asistir a la clase de preparación el primer martes a las 7:30 PM. Los padres deben de hacer una cita con uno de los sacerdotes y presentar la partida de nacimiento del niño. Los padrinos deben ser católicos practicantes. MATRIMONIO De acuerdo a las regulaciones diocesanas, la pareja necesita una preparación con seis meses de anticipación. Por favor llamen a la rectoría para fijar una cita con uno de los Sacerdotes. LA SAGRADA COMUNIÓN Los Sacerdotes o Ministros Extraordinarios de la Sagrada Comunión llevan la Comunión a las personas que se encuentran enfermas en su hogar. Por favor avísenos si sabe de alguien en necesidad de éste servicio. En caso de emergencia puede llamar a la rectoría a cualquier hora. RECONCILIACION/LA CONFESION Lunes a Sábado de 11:45 a 12:00 del mediodía en la Capilla. Sábados de 4:00 a 4:45 P.M. en la Iglesia, o por cita previa. HORARIO DE LA OFICINA PARROQUIAL Lunes a Viernes: 9:00 A.M. a 12:00 Mediodía. y 1:00 P.M. a 8:00 P.M. Sábado: 9:00 A.M. a 7:00 P.M. Domingo: 9:00 A.M. a 2:00 P.M. Por favor tengan en cuenta que a veces el Sacerdote se encuentra en la Iglesia, en alguna reunión, etc. Si desea o necesita hablar con uno de ellos es conveniente que llame con anterioridad para fijar una cita. ACADEMIA DE SAN NICOLAS DE TOLENTINO Parsons Boulevard - Jamaica, Nueva York (718) Fax (718) Clases desde el Pre-Kinder hasta el octavo grado. Programas antes y después de la escuela. CENTRO DE EDUCACION RELIGIOSA Avenida Goethals - Jamaica, Nueva York (718) Clases desde el Kinder hasta la escuela superior, los Domingos de 8:45 a 10:30 am. Preparación para los niños y sus padres para los Sacramentos del Bautismo, Confesión, Eucaristía y Confirmación. Mañana Lunes 21 de Enero se celebra el nacimiento de Martin Luther King. Sólo se celebrará una Misa a las 9:30 de la mañana; la rectoría estará cerrada. LA MISA DE HOY SE OFRECE POR: Isabel Narvaez Holy Spirit Jaime Lucena Miguel Angel Martinez (2 nd Death Month Ann.) Juan Gutierrez RCIA - RCIA tendrá lugar los domingos a las 10:30 de la mañana en el Centro Religioso. Misa de Sanación - La Misa de Sanación se celebra cada Segundo jueves del mes a las 7 de la tarde con el Padre Dario Bentancour en la Capilla. Grupo de Familias - El Grupo de Familias se reúnen cada cuarto domingo del mes a las 10:30 de la mañana el la Cafetería. Ultreya - El Grupo de Ultreya (Cursillistas) se reúnen todos los martes a las 8:00 pm de la tarde en el Centro de Educación Religiosa. Grupo de Oración - El Grupo de Oración Carismático se reúnen todos los jueves a las 7 de la tarde en la Capilla. Ministerio del Santo Rosario - El Ministerio del Santo Rosario se reúnen los lunes a las 7pm en el Centro de Educación Religiosa. Sociedad Hispana - El Grupo de Sociedad Hispana, se reúnen cada segundo domingo del mes a las 10:30 de la mañana en la Cafetería. Grupo de Evangelización - El Grupo de Evangelización para adultos se reúnen cada tercer domingo del mes a las 10:30 de la mañana en la Cafetería. ESL CLASSES - Clases de E.S.L. Gratis se dan los miércoles a las 6:00 p.m. y los sábados a las 10:00 a.m. en la Cafetería Escolar y en el Salón Seton. Para más información, llame a la María Quiroga (718) Años Dorados - El grupo des los Años Dorados se reúnen los martes a las 10:30 de la mañana en el Salón Tolentino, dos veces al mes. EL LIBRO DE MISAS de ENERO A DICIEMBRE DEL 2019 está abierto. La donación por cada Misa Anunciada es $15.00 y $25.00 por El Vino y el Pan. Acérquese a la Rectoría si desea separar alguna fecha. EL MERCADO DE LAS PULGAS Estará operando el día 27 de enero en el Salón Tolentino. Visite nuestra página web al: