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MERCY ALIVE JANUARY 6, 2019 THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD VOL. 42 NO. 01 Arise, Jerusalem, and look to the East and see your children gathered from the rising to the setting of the sun. ENTRANCE ANTIPHON

THIS WEEK SATURDAY JANUARY 5 8:00 am...daily Mass 3:00-4:00 pm... Confessions 4:00 pm...vigil Mass 5:15-6:00 pm... Confessions 6:00 pm...vigil Mass SUNDAY JANUARY 6 7:00 am...mass 9:00 am...mass (Nursery & Bible School) 10:30 am...mass (Nursery & Bible School) 12:00 pm...mass 6:00 pm...mass 7:00 pm...life Teen Emmanuel Hall MONDAY JANUARY 7 12:00 pm...daily Mass 6:30 pm...rcia St. Ann 7:00 pm...svdp Meeting St. Jerome TUESDAY JANUARY 8 8:30 am...rosary Makers Coffee Shop 12:00 pm...daily Mass 6:00 pm...daily Mass & Novena 6:30 pm...high School Bible Study JPII House 7:00 pm...charismatic Prayer St. Gabriel WEDNESDAY JANUARY 9 8:00 am...daily Mass 12:00 pm...daily Mass THURSDAY JANUARY 10 8:00 am...daily Mass 12:00 pm...daily Mass FRIDAY JANUARY 11 8:00 am...daily Mass 9:00 am...school Liturgy 12:00 pm...daily Mass Welcome to Our New Faithful Families! Leeann & John Baham Frankie Culotta Mary Katherine & Craig Gothreaux Sally & Bill Graham Karen & Ray Gremillion, III Lauren Handy On The COVER Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw his star at its rising and have come to do him homage. (Matthew 2.2) The three kings carry and present gifts to the baby Jesus at the Epiphany Mass. The three kings pictured are Mac Tasman, Matthew Monsour, and Barrett Weiler. 2019 Sacred Art Calendar ALERT 2019 Sacred Art Calendars are now available in the Church Office or in the vestibule of church. St. Matthew s GUILD STALLS TEAM Second COLLECTION Parish Maintenance Fund Connie & Ted Hicks, Jr. Shawn & Kenny Kazmir Ashley & Brandon Montagnino Michael & Debby Musso Kathy Pennington Crystal & James Russo Prayer LINE For Prayer Line requests, contact: Ms. Genie Ogden: (225) 293-2367 or Ms. Carroll Benedetto at wlb14@aol.com 2 OUR LADY OF MERCY PARISH

Photo by Darlene Aguillard OPEN HOUSE OLOM SCHOOL Wednesday, January 16th 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Our Lady of Mercy School Gym Our Lady of Mercy School will host the annual Open House for prospective families on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 from 8:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Tours of the campus will be available with the last tour beginning at 12:30 PM. Please join us for this event and meet our team that will be available to answer your questions regarding the application process for the 2019-20 school year. The RSVP is not required, but will greatly assist with planning if you will kindly complete the online RSVP found at the school s website, www.olomschool.org For more information, contact: Ms. Mari Buzbee mbuzbee@olomschool.org (225) 924-1054 Do not educate children to be rich. Educate them to be happy. So when they grow up, they will know the value of things and not the price. - Anonymous BATON ROUGE, LA 3

Called to Prayer IN REMEMBRANCE Mass Intentions JANUARY 12, SATURDAY 8:00 am... Lee Rizer 4:00 pm... Leo Levy / Paula LeBaron, Joe & Jenny Serio / Bruce Hilbrecht / John & Clara Conley / Rick, Gary, & Lee Rizer Family / Plauche & Dufour Families / Virgil & Eunice D Armond, Sugar & Cookie Kane / Ellie Sa Marilyn Bourgeois / Seth A. Bombet / Russell Dias / Josie Songy / Audrey Biessenberger / SPECIAL INTENTIONS: Carolyn Ourso / Shannon Cormier 6:00 pm... Robert Giroir and Robbie Giror JANUARY 13, SUNDAY 7:00 am... ALL PEOPLE 9:00 am... J. C. Chargois 10:30 am... Scott Litz & Frank Messina, Jr. 12:00 pm... K.J. Thomas / Thomas & Deumite Fmlys 6:00 pm... Gloria Rivet JANUARY 14, MONDAY 8:00 am... David Bella 12:00 pm... Tyler Craig JANUARY 15, TUESDAY 8:00 am... Sandy Roppolo 12:00 pm... Joseph V. Zito / Michael Fakouri / Joseph L. Saizan / Jeffery Charles Landry & Landry Fmly JANUARY 16, WEDNESDAY 8:00 am... SPECIAL INTENTION: Paula & Steve Guillory 12:00 pm... Comeaux, Eckler, Delage, Mineo & Day Fmlys JANUARY 17, THURSDAY 8:00 am... Charles Snow Foster 12:00 pm... Alex Spano JANUARY 18, FRIDAY 8:00 am... Joseph V. Zito 12:00 pm... Eva & Bruce Soileau / Josie Songy / For the Poor Souls in Purgatory / SPECIAL INTENTION: Marie Jane Killeen Sanctuary Light Memorials The sanctuary light in the church burns this week in loving memory of Sandy Roppolo The sanctuary light in the Adoration Chapel burns this week in loving memory of Tyler Craig In Sympathy to the Families of: Robbie Giroir Jeffery McAlpine Altar Flowers Memorial Each week you may honor a loved one with a gift of $150 to dedicate the floral arrangement that adorns our Sanctuary. Memorial Gifts At the death of a loved one, many choose in lieu of flowers to encourage friends and family to make a donation to a special charity or cause. Our Lady of Mercy has nourished the spiritual life of so many parishioners and those throughout the Diocese who come here. A Memorial Gift to our Traditions for Tomorrow Building Campaign is a wonderful way to acknowledge the lives of our beloved dead with a gift of loving generosity to the church that has been such a spiritual home. Ms. Deanie Smith can discuss ways for you to remember your loved one. Consider adding a planned gift in your last will and testament to remember Our Lady of Mercy. Mercy Prays Lisa Andre Katie Amorello Ruth Boudreaux Charlie Bourgeois Carol Ducote Myrtis Giroir Jim Hebert Linda Lachney Michael Anthony Maier Fr. Pat Mascarella The men & women serving in our Armed Forces 4 OUR LADY OF MERCY PARISH

Called to Action PARISH LIFE The Feast of the Epiphany The feast of manifestation, or Epiphany is traditionally celebrated the 12th day after Christmas, January 6th. However, the Dioceses of the United States place the celebration of the feast on the Sunday between January 2 and 8, this year falling on January 6th. The Epiphany takes its name from the Greek epiphania, a verb that means to shine upon, to manifest, or to make known. The feast unites three events in the life of Christ when His divinity shines through His humanity: the adoration of the Magi; the baptism of Christ in the Jordan; and the first miracle at the wedding feast of Cana. Another important aspect of the Epiphany is the royal kingship - the revelation of Christ to the three kings at Bethlehem, which is a symbol of His revelation to the whole of the Gentile world. In Louisiana, the Feast of the Epiphany marks the beginning of the next holiday season - Carnival, which starts on Twelfth Night and ends at midnight before Ash Wednesday. Residents of south Louisiana traditionally celebrate Epiphany with a sweet treat known as king cake. According to local New Orleans baker, Manny Randazzo, the King Cake tradition is thought to have been brought to New Orleans from France in 1870. A King Cake is an oval-shaped bakery delicacy, crossed between a coffee cake and a French pastry that is as rich in history as it is in flavor. It is decorated in royal colors of PURPLE which signifies Justice, GREEN for Faith, and GOLD for Power. These colors were chosen to resemble a jeweled crown honoring the Wise Men who visited the Christ Child on Epiphany. In the past such things as coins, beans, pecans, or peas were also hidden in each King Cake. Today, a tiny plastic baby is the common prize. At a party, the King Cake is sliced and served. Each person looks to see if their piece contains the baby. If so, then that person is named King for a day and bound by custom to host the next party and provide the King Cake. Every country has their own version of an Epiphany cake or bread: Spain: Roscón de Reyes is a roll that is ring shaped and sometimes filled with chocolate or jelly. Germany and Switzerland: In both countries the Three Kings Cake is called Dreikönigskuchen and usually a gold crown is placed on top of the cake. France: Galette des Roi (Cake of the Kings) - usually this is a round and flat cake, honey-spice or sponge inside and decorated with pastry, fruits, or sugared frills. Each cake has a bean, small token or miniature doll inside. A nice tradition: there should be one more piece than the number of guests. The extra portion, la part a Dieu --God s share--is for the first poor person who knocks at the door. The day of the Kings means sharing as well as receiving; nobody who asks for food or alms will leave empty-handed that day. England: Twelfth Cake is eaten with Lamb s Wool (mulled ale with roasted apple pulp). Inside the cake are a bean and a pea. The man who finds the bean is the King, and the woman with the pea is the Queen. So during this season between Epiphany and Lent as you enjoy your king cake at your Carnival celebrations, keep in mind that it is not just a delicious pastry that we enjoy; it actually has meaning and is symbolic of a jeweled crown honoring the three kings who visited the Christ Child on the Twelfth Night. BATON ROUGE, LA 5

Called to Action PARISH LIFE Life Night Life Teen will resume with Tuesday Bible Study on January 8th from 6:30-8pm in the JPII house. There is a meeting for all Mercy March for Life pilgrims and parents on Monday January 7th at 7pm in St. Joseph Room in the PAC. Students and parent chaperones interested in serving on our Haiti summer mission team must have their applications to Tori LaBelle in the parish office by January 6th! For more information, contact: Ms. Tori LaBelle tori.labelle@olomchurch.com (225) 926-1883 Men of Immaculata Men s Conference Saturday, March 9th St. George Catholic Church MEN of MERCY prepare for your life to be changed! A Call to Battle: Catholic Men's Conference presented by Men of Immaculata, is held annually in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on the first Saturday of Lent. This conference draws over a thousand men from across the Gulf Coast to experience a day of prayer, worship, Catholic speakers and fellowship. The 2019 Conference features key note speakers, Fr. Don Calloway (Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception), author of "Champions of the Rosary: The History and Heroes of a Spiritual Weapon", and Tim Staples, Director or Apologetics and Evangelization at Catholic Answers, author of "Behold Your Mother: A Biblical and Historical Defense of the Marian Doctrine." For more information, contact: Men of Immaculata www.catholicmenbr.com Called By Faith Spring Bible Study Begins Tuesday, January 15th 9:00 am Parish Activity Center This Spring, the women of Called By Faith will study Wisdom: God's Vision for Life by Jeff Cavins and Thomas Smith. Register for this Bible Study on the church website: olomchurch.com Scripture and the Tradition of the Catholic Church provide an abundance of wisdom, though it can often be challenging to apply it to our lives. In this study, Jeff Cavins and Thomas Smith examine biblical wisdom as it relates to daily life. Drawing on the wisdom literature of the Bible Proverbs, Wisdom, Sirach, and Ecclesiastes Wisdom will teach you how to actively seek out sound guidance and increase your sense of peace in navigating life. In everything from friendships to finances, from making decisions to attaining peace of mind, Scripture offers a vision for happiness and well-being. With this program, you will learn how to gather, gain, and grow in wisdom, and you will experience the joy it brings to your life. For more information, contact: Ms. Rene Tullier rr2yea@aol.com 6 OUR LADY OF MERCY PARISH

Called to Action PARISH LIFE ACTS RETREAT While utilizing prayer, service, and teaching, the ACTS Retreat meets people where they are in their spiritual journey and invites them to experience God in a manner that is both personal and communal. Throughout the weekend, participants are invited to prayerfully consider how they can respond to God s love by spiritually surrendering to Jesus in order to have new life with Him. This invitation is extended through the pillars of the apostolate: Adoration, Community, Theology, and Service. This experience is an opportunity for spiritual renewal and the making of many friends. Fr. Cleo invites you to prayerfully consider joining a group of men/women from our parish to make this spiritual retreat at The Solomon Center in Loranger, Louisiana. The cost of the retreat is $255 per double occupancy room for Mercy parishioners and $330 for non-parishioners. Men s Retreat - departs Our Lady of Mercy on Thursday, March 14th and returns for noon Mass at Mercy on Sunday, March 17th. For more information, contact: Mr. Kelly Walker kelly.walker0413@gmail.com or Mr. Jason Romero jason.romero@olomchurch.com (225) 926-1883 SUPPER & SUBSTANCE Saturday, February 16th 6:30-8:30 pm Parish Activity Center Join us for a special evening designed for married couples to be enriched and strengthened in their vocation of marriage. This is a wonderful opportunity for spouses to meet with other couples in our parish, enjoy a delicious dinner, and listen to an inspiring presentation by Dr. Mario Sacasa. Register for the event at www.olomchurch.com For more information, contact: Mr. Jason Romero jason.romero@olomchurch.com (225) 926-1883 BATON ROUGE, LA 7

Called to Prayer EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Commitments Needed for Our Adoration Chapel Ministry Committed adoration is a beautiful way to express your faith and devotion. Our Adoration Chapel is open to you 24 hours a day. We invite you to come visit the Lord and seek His counsel. Although every hour of the day is opened for commitment, your devotion is especially needed during the following times: SUNDAY...1 am, 2 am, 3 am, 6 am, 10 am, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm MONDAY...12 am, 1 am, 2 am, 3 am, 4 am, 12 noon, 4 pm, 11 pm TUESDAY...12 am, 1 am, 2 am, 3 am, 12 noon, 1 pm, 4 pm WEDNESDAY...12 am, 1 am, 3 am, 4 am, 5 am, 12 noon, 1 pm, 4 pm, 7 pm, 8 pm THURSDAY...12 am, 1 am, 2 am, 3 am, 5 am, 10 am, 12 noon, 2 pm FRIDAY...12 am, 1 am, 2 am, 3 am, 4 am, 5 am, 7 am, 11 am, 12 noon, 6 pm, 7 pm, 10 pm SATURDAY...1 am, 2 am, 3 am, 4 am, 6 am, 9 am, 11 am, 12 noon, 10 pm, 11 pm Urgent Need - Sunday 3 am, Sunday 3 pm, Monday 11 am, Saturday 7 am, and Saturday 6 pm If you are able to offer yourself in prayer to the Lord, please contact Ms. Michelle Schroeder at 225.229.1930 In a world that is ever changing; uncertain; often filled with fear; and where so much is beyond our control, our church family, Catholic identity, and tradition of service to others is a hallmark of stability. Our values and the formation of our children to live in a real world --- gathers faithful Catholic Christians to worship and become something greater than ourselves in order to renew the world. Do not underestimate the importance of who you are Be a part of Mercy Support the important work of our parish Cherish the treasure of Catholicism Be a difference maker Remember Mercy in your monthly giving Our Lady of Mercy, pray for us Fr. Cleo Milano 8 OUR LADY OF MERCY PARISH

Called to Worship MASS SCHEDULE & TIMES WEEKDAYS SATURDAY SUNDAY MASS TIMES: M, W, Th, & F: 8:00 am & 12:00 pm RECONCILIATION: Tues: 12:00 pm & 6:00 pm M - F: 25 minutes prior to Mass MASS TIME: 8:00 am RECONCILIATION: 3:00 4:00 pm & 5:15 6:00 pm VIGILS: 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm MASS TIMES: 7:00 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 pm & 6:00 pm NURSERY: 9:00 am & 10:30 am PRE-SCHOOL BIBLE CLASS: 9:00 am & 10:30 am (PAC) CATHOLIC COMMUNITY RADIO 1380 AM WPYR Listen daily at 12:00 noon and 10:30 am on Sunday for Mercy s Mass live broadcast SATURDAY JANUARY 12 SUNDAY JANUARY 13 4:00 pm* 6:00 pm 7:00 am* 9:00 am 10:30 am 12:00 pm 6:00 pm Fr. Minj Fr. Russo Fr. Milano Fr. Milano Fr. Milano Fr. Minj Fr. Minj Extraordinary Ministers G Lalonde C Formeller J Smith N Krzystowczyk J Stalls J Stalls M Cullen A Turner L D'Armond C Giffin T Turner M McBride - C J Fruge' G Warrington Lectors D McCrary A August J Blouin M Blouin N Hains R Brian M Downing M Roussel F Gwin T Laville S Jones Altar Servers F Gwin - C M Monsour E Peek A Haywood J Broussard E White L Dawkins B Babin J Pastorek T Penouilh K Bull R Mangoil P McKeough M McKeough J Kirby G Samrow - C K Allen M Prochaska B Clay K Guidry C Guidry D Deshotels M Savoy T Schroeder M Stumpf J Schiro S Maggio D Maggio R Beyer Children's Liturgy T Schroeder - C A Kimble M Kimble Extraordinary Ministers K Poiencot L Gemmill A Grant D Grant T Grant Deacon Grant H Blouin M Taylor J Amorello R Cooney L Carter Lectors M Carley T Heitman Altar Servers J Amorello - C E Carley J Carley C DiBenedetto B Beale C Roberts P Thomas A St. Pierre L Holliday A Nodier M Nodier K Kimble E Joffrion G Anderson J Nodier - C J Joffrion M Joffrion C Steele H Coco C Schutte D Smith R Roland P Bertrand C Landry S Wood R Coco S Hingle H Coco C Schutte - C G Huye G Huye The complete Ministry Schedule is published on our website at www.olomchurch.com. Called to serve? Contact Deacon Grant to volunteer for liturgical ministry. *These liturgies are celebrated without incense. BATON ROUGE, LA 9

WE ARE HERE FOR YOU Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church 445 Marquette Avenue Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Phone: (225) 926-1883 Fax: (225) 923-0448 contact@olomchurch.com olomchurch.com PASTOR...Father Cleo Milano VICAR...Father Nutan Minj, IMS PERMANENT DEACON...Deacon Richard Grant ADMINISTRATION...Mr. Randy Arabie PRINCIPAL...Mr. Chris Porche OFFICE HOURS MONDAY FRIDAY...8:30 am 4:30 pm Priests gladly see people by appointment. Glorify the Lord by your life MEMBERSHIP...Ms. Brenda Brown BAPTISM...Deacon Richard Grant FIRST COMMUNION/PSR...Ms. Amelia Gallagher CONFIRMATION/RCIA...Mr. Jason Romero WEDDING...Ms. Alison Nodier FUNERAL...Ms. Theresa Foster FACILITIES...Ms. Katie Thorne FINANCE & GIFTS...Ms. Deanie Smith To view complete staff list, visit olomchurch.com. Parish Activity Center 444 Marquette Avenue Baton Rouge, LA 70806 (225) 928-6216 Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School 400 Marquette Avenue Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Phone: (225) 924-1054 Fax: (225) 923-2201 olomschool.org Communications Ms. Christy Haldane christy.haldane@olomchurch.com Our Lady of Mercy is a family of faith united in prayer, love and Catholic Tradition. We are dedicated to spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ through evangelization, education and Christian example. We strive to be as faithful as the Blessed Virgin Mary and live our faith by serving God, our fellow brothers and sisters and our community. 10 OUR LADY OF MERCY PARISH

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