Holy Spirit Catholic Church Ministering to the people

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1 Holy Spirit Catholic Church Ministering to the people in Rincon Valley and beyond 1244 St Francis Rd. Santa Rosa, CA Parish Office & Rectory: (707) FAX (707) Website: Pastoral Staff: Fr Ron Serban, Pastor, Ext. 21 Deacon John Storm, , Kathy Stoddard, Office Manager, Ext. 10 Megan O Neill, Director of Faith Formation (Grades 1-12), Ext. 12, megan4soneill@yahoo.com Andrew Darrow, Liturgical Music St Vincent de Paul Society, Walt Dillaway, Men s Club, Gloria McKay, Women s Club, Patty Edson, Holy Communion Visitation, Diane Bowman, Prayer Chain For other Ministerial Staff: Please phone the office (707) Mass Schedule: Saturday Vigil: 5pm. Sunday: 7:30 & 10:15 am & 5:30 pm Liturgy of the Word for Children: Sundays 10:15 am. Weekdays: Mondays-Friday & First Saturdays 9 am. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Every Thursday and First Saturdays following 9 am Mass

2 For other Sacraments: Please call the Parish Office 6 months in advance for Marriage 3 months in advance for Baptism from the Pastor s Desk: SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME January 16-17, 2016 Tomorrow, January 18, the United States of America celebrates the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. ( ). He led millions of people in a nonviolent movement to bring an end to the segregation of races in the United States. Martin was not alone in his non-violence stance. Throughout history men and woman have stood against the hateful subjectification of people due to race, creed or place of origin. Many have died for this cause. Many more will. In the past decade we all were tragically made aware of how violent our world has become, indeed our own nation. The horrific, vicious shootings on our nation s streets, the violence and shootings in schools, the bombings and death threats will sadly, yet hopefully, serve as a reminder that the work begun by such men as Martin Luther King Jr., is never done. His words eloquently express his passion and faith: You ought to believe something in life, believe that thing so fervently that you will stand up with it till the end of your days He was assassinated on April 4, We pray in thanksgiving for the life and witness of Martin Luther King, Jr. His was indeed a prophetic voice. Was he perfect? No. Did he have flaws? As do we all. As did all the saints and martyrs. Which is why we humbly ask the God of Justice to help us reflect on ways in which we can live our lives as Jesus did and Martin Luther King Jr. did, and as did so many throughout time who stood up for others so that we may become enthused with a thirst for justice for all women and men -in all cultures and in all nations. Let us resolve today to make 2016 a more just year in our own parish and community because of our own words and deeds. We ask the God of Mercy to help us so that we may live justly and compassionately in our families, our places of work, our places of recreation and in all our actions. We fervently ask this, Lord, in the name of your Son Jesus, the Prince of Peace, the guiding witness and light for Martin Luther King, Jr., and all Jesus followers. Tomorrow is a Federal Holiday. Use the day wisely. Join those who pray for peace and an end to all violence. Father Ron MASS INTENTIONS January 1: Sat 16 5:00 Intentions of the Shea Family Sun 17 7:30 Intentions of Mike McElroy 10:15 Int. of Erasmo Roque-Birthday 5:30 For the People of the Parish Mon 18 9:00 Dignity of All Human Life Tue 19 9:00 +Tom Hubbard Wed 20 9:00 Int. of Covel-DeBruin Families Thurs 21 9:00 Int. of Stephanie McElroy Fri 22 9:00 Communion Service Sat Int. of the Kern Family

3 WALK FOR LIFE IN SAN FRANCISCO IS IN 6 DAYS! On January 23 rd the 12 th Anniversary Walk for Life West Coast will be held in San Francisco. There will be a Mass at 9:30 AM at San Francisco s Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption prior to the Walk for Life. For complete information about the Walk, visit. or call COME HONOR THOSE IN THE CONSECRATED LIFE Responding to the year proclaimed by Pope Francis, the Year of Consecrated Life, come thank the women and men who have dedicated their lives to God in Service of the Church. Stop by our pop up tent with blue and white balloons. Meet and express your appreciation to sisters, priests, brothers and seminarians at the West Coast Walk for Life 10:30 to 12:30 (before the rally and Walk begin) on the Union Square Green. Sun 24 7:30 For the People of the Parish 10:15 +Cliff DeWitt 5:30 Intentions of Gary Davis PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK AND THOSE WHO NEED OUR PRAYERS: The intentions of the Holy Spirit Prayer Chain, Tony Chu, Tristen Humble, Mauro DeTrizio, Kelly McGuire, Feliciano Llosa, Helen Hubbard, Carol Posehn, Pat LaRussa, and Mary Terbush. FOR THE SOULS OF: Rosalie Vidalin, Leon Lenney and George Drady SOCIAL JUSTICE CORNER JANUARY 2016: Helping the elderly age gracefully with dignity & Care for seniors with Dementia and a Need for Volunteer Entertainers: Due to increased demand, the Alzheimer s Respite Program has expanded to 5 days a week, serving some 40 frail seniors with dementia diagnoses. The program runs 9 to 3pm daily with activities such as music, crafts and a nutritious lunch. This program allows families to have needed time off from full time care of their loved ones. The trained staff is exceptional. If you are interested in this service or if you can volunteer to assist in crafts, playing music or any other fun activities, please contact Michele Osmon at , #185 or mosmon@srcharities.org. Holy Spirit has been amazing in helping the community and Catholic Charities looks forward to continuing to partner with us throughout the year. Our new bulletin board has information posted about this service and other information for seniors. Check us out at the back of the church. Questions please contact RaLinda Ginocchio, or Ralinda3@aol.com. COLLECTION LAST WEEK: $6, SECOND COLLECTION LAST WEEK: $1, The Church in Latin America ALTAR FLOWERS: Our altar flowers this weekend are in celebration of the Birthday of Erasmo Roque. YOUTH MINISTRIES INFORMATION FAITH FORMATION CLASSES GRADES 1-6: NO classes this Sunday due to the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. See you all next week. The 6 th Grade Wednesday class will be meeting on January 20 th at 3:30 pm as usual! JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH MINISTRY We are Church! NO class this Monday, January 18 th due to the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. We will resume Monday, January 25 th at 7 pm. ALL MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH (regardless if you have joined us in the past) are invited to join us for ALTARATION, Session 2 Our Father s Plan Altaration: The Mystery of the Mass Revealed is a new five-part study on the mass for students that features powerful cinematography, inspiring presenters, and engaging workbook resources. Altaration uses humor, stories, and small group discussion to capture the student s attention and instill in them a deep and lasting love for the Mass. CONFIRMATION PREPARATION 2 ND YEAR Confirmation Preparation class will continue this Tuesday evening, January 19 th from 7-8:30 pm in the Holy Family Room. Our Chosen topic will be How Does God Help When it Hurts? (Anointing of the Sick and Redemptive Suffering.)

4 HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY All high school teens are invited to join us on the 1 st and 3 rd Wednesday evenings from 7-8:30 pm in the Holy Family Room. This Wednesday, January 20 th, join us for our second session of Altaration, Our Father s Plan. For more information or to register for the study, call Megan O Neill at Ext. 12 or megan4soneill@yahoo.com. END OF THE YEAR TAX STATEMENTS can be requested for Please call, or drop a note to the office: #10, holy-spirit@sbcglobal.net.

5 !!MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! HOLY SPIRIT MEN S & WOMEN S CLUBS MARDI GRAS Friday, February 5 th Cocktails: 6:00 - Dinner at 6:45 PM More Info Next Week! Sat, Jan pm Sun., Jan. 24 7:30 am Sun., Jan :15 am SCHEDULE FOR NEXT WEEK THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Readers Eucharistic Ministers Greeters Server Ce. Avelar, Ca. Avelar D. Boito, J. & K. Piasta S. Ayres D. Brenner K. LeRoy, P. Smith Dn. Storm, P. Edson, K. Castro C. Dowgewicz-Hordyk L. Johnson, L. Orr M. Hoeft, S. Johnson, C. Farias J. & J. Macy, S. & T.Sullivan, A. Lopez R. Vidalin C. Avelar C. Beurtheret Children s Liturgy of the Word B. O Shell Homebound Week of January 20: M. Davis, P. Edson, E. Manfredi Friends House: Jeanne Huffman 1. NO Jr. High Youth, Mon., Jan Confirmation, Tues., Jan. 19, 7-8:30 pm, in the Holy Family Room 3. 6 th Grade Wednesday Class, Jan. 20, 3:30 pm, in the Rectory 4. High School Youth, Wed., Jan. 20, 7-8:30 pm in the Holy Family Room 5. RCIA Confirmation, Wed., Jan. 20, 7-8:30 PM, in the Rectory 6. Social Justice Committee, Wed., Jan. 20, 7-8:30 PM, in the Rectory 7. Bible Study, Thurs., Jan 21, 7-8:30 PM, in the Rectory 8. Social Justice Committee Coffee Time, Sat./Sun., Jan. 23/24, following mass 9. Men s & Women s Clubs Mardi Gras, Fri., Feb. 5, 6 PM in the Hall 10. UPCOMING EVENTS