A Family Growing in Faith.

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1 IHM A Family Growing in Faith. WEEKEND MASS TIMES SATURDAY-4:00 PM SUNDAY-7:30 AM SUNDAY-9:15 AM St. Philip SUNDAY-11:00 AM Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Auburn, Maine Fr. Robert D. Lariviere, Pastor Rev. Mr. Denis Mailhot, Deacon Sr. Elizabeth Platt, C.O.C. Pastoral Associate Church 8 Place Corner of Minot & Western Avenue St. Philip Church 2365 Turner Road IHM Parish Office 24 Place (207) Office Hours: Mon Thu 8:30 to 4:30 (Closed Friday) Ihmadmin@portlanddiocese.org WEEKDAY MASSES 7:45 AM CONFESSION SATURDAY 3:00 PM-3:30 PM HOLY DAY MASSES 7:00 AM 12:00 noon 6:00 PM St. Philip

2 COME JOIN US ELEMENTS OF THE CATHOLIC MASS: Every Tuesday s after the morning Mass. Video and discussion series led by Fr. Lariviere after Mass in the new pastoral center at. Elements of the Catholic Mass is a series of over thirty brief videos designed to help the average person better appreciate the beauty of the Mass. Each video followed by discussion. JANUARY: A Match Made in Heaven: Holy Matrimony Sunday January 6th, St. Philip Tuesday January 8th, St. Philip Sunday January 13th, Family Session: Tuesday January 29th at Are you interested in becoming Catholic? Do you need the sacrament of Confirmation? A new class will be starting soon to prepare adults for baptism and confirmation. If you would like to learn more about receiving these sacraments please contact Don Smith at: Donald.smith@portlanddiocese.org or call the office at Epiphany of the Lord The song "We Three Kings" details the gifts of the Magi, but do you know what you're singing? "Born a king on Bethlehem's plan, gold I bring to crown Him again." This one is the most straightforward - gold symbolizes the Kingship of Christ. "Myrrh is mine: its bitter perfume breathes a life of gathering gloom." Myrrh is an embalming spice. Already at Christ's birth, we have the symbolic reminder of his death. "Frankincense to offer have I. Incense owns a deity nigh." In many religious traditions, incense symbolizes prayers rising to heaven. In some pagan traditions, it is thought to help "call down" the deity. The gift of frankincense symbolizes Jesus' role as the Great High Priest, sanctifying the world through his sacrifice. With the cold weather upon us, Sr. Liz will be working from her home more frequently. She is always available to meet with anyone and welcomes those who want to stop by at any time. Her phone numbers: (home) (cell)

3 The Epiphany of the Lord, January 6, 2019 STEWARDSHIP OFFERING Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish December 23 Christmas $8,972 $9,506 (basket) 328 (online) Give your Gifts Online Visit ihm-auburn.weshareonline.org and click Give Online 2. Select your donation amount and frequency Enter your account and payment information Everyday Stewardship "The Story of the Other Wise Man" by Henry Van Dyke was first published in It tells the fictional story of Artaban, a fourth wise man who began a journey to visit Jesus, the newborn King. Unlike his fellow Magi, he failed to make it there for the birth of Jesus because he kept pausing to help various people in need. In fact, it took him about 33 years of searching before his quest comes to an abrupt end when he is hit in the head with a falling roof shingle. His final breath takes place in Jerusalem near the place where Jesus is being crucified. As he lies dying, he hears the voice of Jesus telling him that the gifts he has given all along the way to "the least of these" he has actually given to Jesus himself. If you have never read this story or seen the made-for -television movie based on the tale, you really should seek it out. It is a story that reminds us of a profound truth: Jesus himself rests in the lives of all those around us in need. In the story, it was the wise man's constant response to a stewardship call that prevented him from getting where he wanted to go. In the end, where he needed to go was more significant than where he thought he should go. If we live lives of generosity and graciousness, we may find ourselves on constant detours from the road on which we are traveling. It is in the detours and the unexpected circumstances of our journey that often times we find our true purpose in life. We think God is somewhere we must travel to, when in reality, God is closer than we think in the least likely of places. -Tracy Earl Welliver, MTS St. Louis Crèche The nativity set from St. Louis Church has been beautifully restored by Connie Bilodeau and is now at St. Philip. Some of the pieces of this precious crèche set are dated in the 1800 s. I m sure there are many of you who have fond memories of this set from years past. During this holiday season, take advantage of the opportunity to visit St. Philip and enjoy the beauty of this fine set that reminds many of the years at St. Louis. It will be in the church for the next several weeks. Laura Audet, Diane & Gerry Bellavance, Marianne Bergeron, Noah Bisson, Madeleine Bissonette, Andrew Carsley, Rodolphe Camy, Kathy Cichon, Louise Forgues, Ned Fontaine, Terry Geoffroy, Maureen Gilbert, Rita Lalemand, Gerry Lebrun, Ranger Ledoux, Virginia Lytch, Rita Melendy, Al Mercier, Florence Meronek, Germaine Nadeau, Pauline Penley, Doreen Pettinger, Jeannette Platt, Roger Rioux, Gabriel Roy, Normand Roy, Richard Pelletier, Claudette Samson, Diane Santomango, Gerry Tardiff, Chet Tocci, Claudette Vaillancourt,Thomas Verreault, Brenda Weeks, Wilhelmia Wiegman and Warren & Irene Witas. Communion for the Homebound Do you know someone who is Homebound, especially due to illness or Disability, and would like to receive communion? Contact Deacon Denis at (207) ext All scheduling and tracking is done through Deacon Denis. St. Martin deporres' Bargain Basket Corner of Bartlett and College St. Lew. Mon 9:00am-noon. Wed. noon to 4pm. Friday 9:30 am to 3pm. We have many items such as household necessities, linens, jewelry, dishes, religious articles, antiques and much more. Donations accepted during business hours. All proceeds benefit the homeless shelter.

4 PARISH Facilities CALENDAR Saturday, January 5 Sunday, January 6 Crepe Breakfast, 8:00 am, Coffee & Donuts following 9:15 am Mass, St. Philip Family Faith Formation, 10:30 am, St. Philip Christmas by the Lake recap meeting, 10:30 am, St. Philip Hathaway Group Meeting, 12:00 Noon, St. Philip Monday, January 7 Tuesday, January 8 Quilting Group, 9:00 am 12:00 pm, St. Philip Centering Prayer Meeting, 6:00 pm, St. Philip Faith Formation 6:00 pm, Wednesday, January 9 SPRED Session, 6:00 pm, Thursday, January 10 Nar-Anon meeting, 6:00 pm, St. Philip Friday, January 11 Saturday, January 12 Sunday, January 13 Coffee & Donuts following 9:15 am Mass, St. Philip Family Faith Formation, 9:30 am, Divine Mercy Chaplet, 12:00 Noon, There will be an IMPORTANT Christmas by the Lake summary meeting on Sunday, Jan. 6 at 10:30AM. Anyone interested should attend. The final income sheet will be done and decisions on where to distribute the profit. Also, ideas for next year will be formulated. Come one, come all. The Divine Mercy Chaplet in song will be celebrated on Sunday, January 13, following the 11:00 am Mass at. The Icon of Divine Mercy, blessed by Saint John Paul II will be adorning the front of the Church during this special service. Crepe Breakfast Sunday, January 6 from 8:00-10:30 Church Hall Breakfast menu Includes: Bacon, Sausage, coffee, tea, and orange juice. Adults $6, Children 6-12 $3, 5 years and under are free. KNIGHTS KORNER Don't look now, but I can see Three Magi's coming following a star. The Knights of Columbus are a shinning star to many people around the world. Come join us and start being that star. Please see a Knight of Columbus in our Parish and he will be glad to help you fill out that form 100. We can do so much more for our Parish with your help. Vivat Jesu.

5 Saturday 1/5 4:00 pm Normand Blackie Labbe by Family Sunday 1/6 7:30 am Immaculate Heart of Mary Parishioners 9:15 am St. Philip Romeo Michaud by friend, Conrad 11:00 am Bertrand & Gabriette Provencher by Estate Monday 1/7 7:45 pm Virginia Dolly Allain by Roland & Jane Hamel Tuesday 1/8 7:45 am Denis Coloutier by George & Judith Hartford Wednesday 1/9 7:45 am Ann Gravel by Irene Berube Thursday, 1/10 7:45 am Lorraine Lizotte by The McKinley s Friday 1/11 7:45 am 1st Anniv. Lorraine Clark by Denise Burke, Marian Cote & Carmen White Saturday 1/12 4:00 pm 1st Anniv. Richard Cote by Family Sunday 1/13 7:30 am Gilda Dennis by Rita & Dave Gagnon 9:15 am St. Philip Richard Pare by Michelle Pare 11:00 am Immaculate Heart of Mary Parishioners STORM CANCELLATIONS If weather forces the postponement or cancellation of a parish activity it will appear in the listings broadcast by each local television station. Readings for the Week of January 6, 2019 Sunday: Is 60:1-6/Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, [cf. 11]/ Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6/Mt 2:1-12 Monday: 1 Jn 3:22 4:6/Ps 2:7bc-8, 10-12a [8ab]/ Mt 4:12-17, Tuesday: 1 Jn 4:7-10/Ps 72:1-2, 3-4, 7-8 [cf. 11]/ Mk 6:34-44 Wednesday: 1 Jn 4:11-18/Ps 72:1-2, 10, [cf. 11]/ Mk 6:45-52 Thursday: 1 Jn 4:19 5:4/Ps 72:1-2, 14 and 15bc, 17 [cf. 11]/Lk 4:14-22a Friday: 1 Jn 5:5-13/Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, [12a]/ Lk 5:12-16 Saturday: 1 Jn 5:14-21/Ps 149:1-2, 3-4, 5 and 6a and 9b [cf. 4a]/Jn 3:22-30 Next Sunday: Is 40:1-5, 9-11/Ps 104:1b-2, 3-4, 24-25, 27-28, [1]/Ti 2:11-14; 3:4-7/Lk 3:15-16, 21-22