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OUR FUTURE CHURCH VIEW FROM MESA PARK & RUSSELL Volume X Issue 1 5830 Mesa Park Drive Las Vegas, NV 89135 (702) HLY-SPRT (702) 459-7778 FAX (702) 437-9548 www.holyspiritlv.org MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD - JANUARY 1, 2017 STAFF: PASTOR Fr. Bill Kenny frbill@holyspiritlv.org DEACONS John Breeden deaconjohn@holyspiritlv.org Dan Powers deacondan@holyspiritlv.org Doug Winston ddbwinston@gmail.com SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR Sr. Karen Crouse karencrouseosf@franciscanway.org DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN S MINISTRY Anna Forsberg annaf@holyspiritlv.org DIRECTOR OF MUSIC Debbie Hasterok debbieh@holyspiritlv.org ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF MUSIC Jonathan Tuala jetuala@gmail.com DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY & LITURGY Louie Latina LouieL@holyspiritlv.org DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Katie Breeden katieb@holyspiritlv.org ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE PASTOR Kathy McGee kathym@holyspiritlv.org RECEPTIONIST Yvonne Kacvinsky yvonnek@holyspiritlv.org FAITH FORMATION ASSISTANT & VOLUNTEER COORD. Tammy Kastrup tammyk@holyspiritlv.org WEEKEND MASS COORDINATOR Kayla Falco KaylaFalco94@cox.net MASS SCHEDULE Weekday Masses: 7:30 AM Mon Sat in The Gathering Place Weekend Masses: Saturday, 4:00 p.m., Sunday, 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 12:30 PM, 5:00 p.m. (All Weekend Masses held at Bishop Gorman High School) Mary, the Holy Mother of God Today s readings include another account of the story of Jesus birth. Numbers reminds us that we are blessed. We are looked upon with kindness and grace. The psalm and Galatians remind us of the blessings given through God s Son. Luke tells of our ultimate blessing, that Mary, a human being like us, gave birth to a child who is God s Son. Mary, a young mother, watches all that is happening around the birth of her son. She listens as the shepherds bring messages from angels, a message she also received from an angel, about her son. Yet Mary remains silent. She keeps all this news about her son to herself. She reflects on all these experiences. The only thing she shares is the name of her son, Jesus, a name given him before he was even conceived. Her silence leaves us wondering if this is how one responds to such a great blessing. TODAY S READINGS First Reading The LORD bless you and keep you! The LORD look upon you kindly and give you peace! (Numbers 6:22-27). Psalm May God bless us in his mercy (Psalm 67). Second Reading God sent the Spirit of the Son into our hearts, crying out, Abba, Father! So you are no longer a slave but an heir, through God (Galatians 4:4-7). Gospel The shepherds glorified and praised God for all they had heard and seen (Luke 2:16-21). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. OFFICE HOURS Monday-Thursday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Closed for lunch 12:00-1:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am-12 Noon pm

SACRAMENTS AT HOLY SPIRIT Baptisms: For children 6 and under: Call the office, 702-459- 7778 to schedule attendance at a baptism class. Baptisms classes are held on the 2ND MONDAY of each month at 7:00 PM in the parish office trailer (located behind Gorman next to the tennis courts). All baptisms at Holy Spirit take place during regular weekend liturgies. For children over 7: Contact Anna Forsberg, Director of Religious Education, for info on a special program for older unbaptized children. 1st Communion: Child must be registered in Religious Education at Holy Spirit. Registration packets are available in the office or at Mass. First Communion is a two-year program, beginning as early as first grade. Confirmation: For information about the Confirmation Program contact Louie Latina, 702-459-7778, Ext. 106 Adult Baptism, Confirmation & First Communion: Call the parish office (702-459-7778). Reconciliation/Confession: Call the office (702-459-7778 Ext. 105) to make an appointment with Fr. Bill. Anointing of the Sick: Please call the office (702-459-7778) to schedule the reception of this sacrament. Ministers of Care (Hospital, Care Center, Homebound): If you or a loved one are in a facility or homebound and would like a communion visit, call Jeanette Lombardo at 702-882-8750 or e- mail jeanettelombardo@cox.net. Funerals: To schedule a funeral, please contact the office (702) HLY-SPRT (459-7778), and Patti Fitzpatrick, our funeral coordinator, will meet with you to plan the services. Marriage: We offer our own Marriage Prep Program at Holy Spirit. Please call Michelle Fulkerson, Director of Marriage Preparation, at 702-465-9469 or e-mail: m.fulkerson64@yahoo.com, to register for marriage prep or for more information. PARISH OFFICE & MEETING SPACES The Parish Office, The Gathering Place and The Upper Room are located on our parish property at 5830 Mesa Park Drive, 89135, next to the Gorman tennis court parking lot. Directions: Drive west on Russell past Hualapai, and at the large circle (Mesa Park Drive) go left and to your left, you will see our complex. Drive down Mesa Park Drive to the first opening and make a u-turn to get back to the entrance of our property. Get our Holy Spirit App for your smart phone! Page 2 Contact List Volunteer Coordinators RCIA: Deacon John Breeden deaconjohn@holyspiritlv.org Weddings: Michelle Fulkerson, Director of Marriage Preparation 702-465-9469 or m.fulkerson64@yahoo.com Social Events: Phil & Elaine Isakoff steelers8216@cox.net Knights of Columbus: Tom Edwards, Grand Knight, 702-370-9730 Liturgical Ministry Coordinators Lectors: Michelle Healy, (702) 456-7473 e:mail: teachmmh@aol.com Eucharistic Ministers: Veda Candeloro, 702-505-4629 Bread Bakers: Peg Scillia, 702-281-3354 or e-mail: mscillia@cox.net Hospitality/Greeters: Call the office, 702-459-7778 Altar Linens: Tammy Kastrup, 702-459-7778 or tammyk@holyspiritlv.org Outreach Committee- Community of Salt & Light: Araceli Franco, 702-460-3694 or e-mail: mafs01@yahoo.com or Roselle Vetere, 702-826-2925 or e-mail: daytrippers2@hotmail.com If you are interested in becoming a volunteer in any of the above ministries, please give the coordinator a call. For Hospitality/Greeters, call the office: 702-HLY-SPRT (702-459-7778). If you are a family member of someone who is seriously ill and you have the sick person s permission, you may request their name be put on our prayer list. You may also place your own name on the prayer list: 702-459-7778 or e-mail the names to kathym@holyspiritlv.org Don & Shawn Aguirre Daniel & Jacob Aguirre Sandra Arguello Jimmy Arroyo Danny Banzon Belk-Hart Family Linda Bergkvist Mary Blakewick Aaron Boyce Kena Brashear Kathy Carrabis Madeline K. Castro Carol Catadi Marilyn Cerven Laura Chapel Dan Chasse Luis Chi Jaime Cruz Charles Curtiss Tony & Lilian Daiz Peggy Deboise Bernardina de la Peña Christian Fabbri John Farrell Arline Garber Antoinette Garcia Bridgett Glozzer Rudolfo Godoyo Renato Grajo Linda Heekin Paul Henry Lydia Herrera Margaret Hoiby David Hoiby Gigi Holloman Dee Howard Elizabeth Hutton Andrew P. Iannotti, Jr. Edgar Ibana Agnes Jiran Larry Jones James Kalafus Bob Kaufmann Sage Kong Kee Jon Paul Kennedy Catherine Sun Ja Kim Marie King Joanne Kires Roze & Richard Kliese Kathleen Kornblum Agnes Kostalnick Sheryl LaFave Linda Lagoy Bob LaPorte Diane Lee Chris Leferink Jessica Leoni Joseph Leslie Donnabelle Logan Korti Logan Javier Lopez-Uranga Robert Lucero Blake Lyons Julia P. Magno Joanne Mante Beatriz Marapao Dorothy Marynow Angela Marcum Mendoza Family Christian Mercado Nate Morang Rachelle Muniga Jeremy Olden Vicente Ong Pam Perrella Julia Perroots Rona Pankey Kitty Kenny Pollard Charlie Potter Joaquin Ramirez Daniel Rochetto George Roche Caroline Ryan Consuelo T. Ryan Estella Sayre Ben Serna Susan Sexton Lyrca Smith Tracy Smith Tucker Smith Talplacido Family Christopher Timmons Donna Timmons Karen Tripodi Dcn. Mike Underwood Martin Vece Lourdes Villages Joseph Villanueva Shelly Watson Kevin Williamson Charlotte Young- Moore Danette Young Nora Yupangco

THE WEEK AHEAD MONDAY, JANUARY 2 7:30 AM Morning Mass Gathering Place ***PARISH OFFICE CLOSED*** TUESDAY, JANUARY 3 7:30 AM Morning Mass Gathering Place 6:00 PM Grief Support Group Call office for location WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4 7:30 AM Morning Mass Gathering Place 5:00 PM Edge Upper Room 7:00 PM Music Rehearsal Gathering Place THURSDAY, JANUARY 5 7:30 AM Morning Mass Gathering Place 2:30 PM High School Bible Study Upper Room 4:00 PM CGS Gathering Place 7:00 PM Knights of Columbus Council Gathering Place FRIDAY, JANUARY 6 7:30 AM Morning Mass Gathering Place SATURDAY, JANUARY 7 4:00 PM Mass Fr. Tom Gross 6:30 PM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 9:00 PM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 12:00 AM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny SUNDAY, JANUARY 8 7:30 AM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 9:30 AM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 10:45 AM CGS BGHS 11:00 AM K-5 RE BGHS 11:00 AM Sacramental Prep Parent Briefing BGHS 12:30 PM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 5:00 PM Mass Fr. Bill Kenny 6:00 PM Upper Room The Parish office will be closed on MONDAY, JANUARY 2ND for the New Year holiday. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Sunday, January 1 - Mary, the Holy Mother of God Numbers 6:22-27; Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8; Galatians 4:4-7; Luke 2:16-21 Monday, January 2 - Ss. Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen 1 John 2:22-28; Ps 98:1-4; John 1:19-28 Tuesday, January 3 - The Most Holy Name of Jesus 1 John 2:29 3:6; Ps 98:1, 3cd-6; John 1:29-34 Wednesday, January 4 - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 1 John 3:7-10; Ps 98:1, 7-9; John 1:35-42 Thursday, January 5 - St. John Neumann 1 John 3:11-21; Ps 100:1b-5; Luke 4:14-22a Friday, January 6 - St. André Bessette; First Friday 1 John 5:5-13; Ps 147:12-15, 19-20; Mark 1:7-11 or Luke 3:23-28 [23, 31-34, 36, 38] Saturday, January 7 - St. Raymond of Penyafort; First Saturday; Julian Calendar Christmas 1 John 5:14-21; Sal 149:1-6a, 9b; John 2:1-11 Sunday, January 8 - The Epiphany of The Lord Isaiah 60:1-6; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-13; Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6; Matthew 2:1-12 PARISH FINANCIAL REPORT Weekend Budgeted Income for 2015/2016: $19,000.00 DUE TO AN EARLY BULLETIN DEADLINE, THE CHRISTMAS COLLECTION WILL BE REPORTED IN THE BULLETIN OF JANUARY 8TH. Thank you for your continued generosity to Holy Spirit! House Blessings Parishioners may request a house blessing by contacting the parish office, 702-459-7778. You will be contacted by Deacon John or Deacon Dan. RCIA An Affair of the Heart Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process which prepares persons for reception into the Catholic Church. The process begins with Inquiring about the Catholic Faith. Contact Deacon John Breeden Phone: 702-459-7778 ext. 108 or e-mail deaconjohn@holyspiritlv.org for information about RCIA Inquiry sessions and events. Page 3 Blessing of Unborn Children The church welcomes with joy and compassion the mothers who, recognizing that all life is a gift from God, come to the Church seeking a blessing for their unborn child. Such a blessing sustains the parents by imparting grace and comfort in times of concern and need, unites the parish in prayer for the unborn child, and fosters respect for human life within society. The Rite will usually be conducted on the second weekend of each month: Next blessing will be on January 7/8.

Mary, The Holy Mother of God - January 1, 2017 Happy New Year! Here are some Catholic New Year s Resolutions for you to consider: (Don t try to all of them: only one or two!) Practice gratitude Cultivating a grateful heart is the hallmark of a Christian person. Every day, express thankfulness to God and to others. Seeing the good in your life will allow you to keep your heart compassionate and loving. Encounter the Lord each day Find time to be with the Lord each day, whether it be for an hour or ten minutes. Have a conversation with the Lord. Give your joys and worries to Jesus. Allow God's love to transform them. Our encounters will keep our eyes and ears open to the presence of Christ in our midst. Be present to others There is much celebration and mourning, joy and sorrow in peoples' lives. What a blessing it is to be able to share those times and not let others experience them alone. The gift of your presence to others is much more valuable than you realize. Resist overwork There is a pressure to produce, meet goals, be successful. But activities that lead us to overwork, constant fatigue and worry do not give glory to God. What God calls us to do we can do well. Be mindful that life requires balance, down time and letting go of unrealistic goals. Nurture friendships Our friends are those we choose to be with, those with whom we spend our evenings, with whom we vacation, to whom we go to for advice. Friends are gifts from God who give us a greater appreciation of God's love for us. Friends need our time and love. Give more Good stewards realize that everything they have is entrusted to them as gift to be shared. There is no better place to begin than sharing with the community that gathers around the Lord's table at Mass. Consider what you are giving to Holy Spirit and the Capital Campaign and commit to give to these an even greater contribution as circumstances allow. Make a difference in Holy Spirit Catholic Community Believe it or not, Holy Spirit Church can use your talents. Offering your talents to this parish community is one of the most effective ways to feel useful and connected to others, and it is a potentially life-changing New Year's resolution. Consider living more simply We cannot find fulfillment in possessions. They add nothing to our self-worth. Jesus blessed the "poor in spirit" in his Sermon on the Mount; and Saint Francis of Assisi urged us to live with only what was necessary, for that is how we begin to find God more easily and truly. Get healthy Studies show that most people in North America are accelerating their own decline into premature old age, owing to poor diet and lack of physical activity. Be a good steward of your body. Plan a complete overhaul of your diet and exercise habits. Don't give up People give up their New Year's resolutions because of perfectionism and unrealistic expectations. So take it slow, be kind to yourself and keep trying. Resist the urge to throw your hands up and quit. You succeed through small, manageable changes over time. Turn to the Lord Ask the Lord for guidance, strength and perseverance in achieving your resolutions. In his letter to the Philippians, Saint Paul writes: "I can do everything through Him who gives me strength" (Phil 4:13). If God is the center of our New Year's resolutions, they have a better chance for success. Happy New Year to all! NEW BEGINNINGS A Ministry of Hope, Healing and Consolation New Beginnings is a Bereavement Ministry designed to provide support to Christian individuals who have experienced traumatic loss in their lives. The grieving process can cause a sense of feeling disconnected, dismayed and can fill the individual with a sense of hopelessness and despair. New Beginnings offers several services that will gently accompany the bereaved and the parish community in their adjustment to the fact of death and to the sorrow this entails. HOPE Catholic Funeral Mass Planning and Coordination Our faith reminds us of the sure and certain hope that our loved one who died in Christ will rise with him on the last day. A compassionate and non-judgmental funeral coordinator will guide you in planning a beautiful funeral liturgy for your deceased loved one. You will be assisted in choosing Scripture readings and hymns that express our Christian hope in Christ s saving death and resurrection. Contact: Patti Fitzpatrick 702-459-7778 HEALING Grief Facilitation - Blessed are they who mourn; they shall be consoled (Matthew 5:3) This support group offers trained individuals to help the bereaved understand the process of grief. In these classes, individuals examine their feelings during this intense period and look at coping mechanisms to move through the process feeling guided and not alone. The service has structured classes on various topics and also offers sessions for participants to examine their experiences and share with others in a safe environment led by a facilitator. Contact: Susie Cram 702-459-7778 CONSOLATION Helping the Bereaved - If one member suffers in the body of Christ which is the Church, all the members suffer with that member (1 Cor. 12:26) When a member of Christ s Body dies, the faithful are called to a ministry of consolation to those who have suffered the loss of one whom they love. This is an inservice offered to help individuals who are close to, work with, or know someone who has suffered a loss, but who are not sure how to help the bereaved. The instructor will teach the participants the stages of grief, describe normal grief behavior and share ways to journey with the individual they want to help or support. Contact: Susie Cram 702-459-7778 Page 4

To make a pledge to our Building Fund, please fill out this form and return it in the collection, to the parish office, or mail to: Holy Spirit, 5830 Mesa Park Dr., LV NV 89135. Page 5

Faith Formation Classes 2016 / 2017 Pre-K 5th Grade Happy New Year Classes start back this coming week. Please check the updated class schedules available online at www.holyspiritlv.org The "King Cake" takes its name from the Biblical Kings. In Catholic liturgical tradition, the Solemnity of Epiphany commemorated on January 6 celebrates the visit of the Magi to the Christ Child. The Eve of Epiphany (the night of January 5) is popularly known as Twelfth Night (the Twelve Days of Christmas are counted from Christmas Eve until this night). The season for King Cake extends from the end of the Twelve Days of Christmas (Twelfth Night and Epiphany Day), up until Mardi Gras, "Fat Tuesday," or Shrove Tuesday; the day before the start of Lent. What started out roughly 300 years ago as a dry French bread type dough with sugar on top and a bean inside now comes in many varieties depending on the country. Some king cakes are made with a puff pastry, filled with one of several fillings (e.g., almond, apple, chocolate/pear, etc.), and have a small figurine hidden inside. Some king cakes are made of a sweet brioche dough in the shape of a hollow circle with a glazed topping sprinkled with colored sugar. The cake often has a small plastic baby (to represent the Baby Jesus) inside or underneath; and the person who gets the piece of cake with the trinket receives various privileges or a prize. I have adapted this tradition to make it a little more child friendly (losing the choking hazard of the plastic toy). Before the children return to school in a couple of days, why not start a new family tradition baking King Cake Cupcakes together. King Cake Cupcake Recipe (makes 12 cupcakes ) Ingredients 1 stick unsalted butter, softened 1 cup white sugar 2 eggs, room temperature and beaten prior to adding 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 1/2 cup cake flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk 1 can vanilla frosting (or you can make your own) 1 cup sugar crystals, divided into thirds Green, yellow and purple food coloring Instructions for Making King Cake Cupcakes 1. While you re gathering your supplies, preheat your oven to 350 degrees. 2. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream butter, sugar, egg and vanilla until smooth. Sift together flour, baking soda and salt. 3. Fold the flour mixture into the creamed butter alternating with the milk. 4. Use an electric mixer to whip the batter for 2-3 minutes. 5. Line a cupcake tin with muffin papers or silicone muffin cups. 6. Fill the muffin papers or cups halfway with batter and gently tap pan or cup on the counter to remove air bubbles. 7. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown. 8. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting. Making Colored Sugar for King Cake Cupcakes 1. Take 3 small dishes and add a few drops of food coloring in each dish. 2. Mix the crystals in, coating completely. 3. Pour the crystals out onto a paper towel or plate and wait for them to dry. 4. Frost cupcakes, add sugar crystals and enjoy your beautiful cakes. Upcoming Regular Religious Education Dates: January 8th: Class for all 11am 12pm (Mandatory Parent Briefing in Lecture Hall for those making First Holy Communion this May) January 15th: No Class (MLK W end) January 22nd: Class for all (including Parent Prayer and Reflection in the BGHS Chapel 11:15-11:45am) UPCOMING Catechesis of the Good Shepherd CLASS DATES Thursday 4pm 5:30pm:January 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th Sunday 10:45am 12:15pm: January 8th, 22nd, 29th Both classes meet in the Gathering Place Trailer on the parish property. Page 6 Anna Forsberg : Director of Children s Ministry annaf@holyspiritlv.org Tel: 702-459-7778 Ext 112

Mary, The Holy Mother of God - January 1, 2017 The UPPER ROOM Sunday Nights 6:30pm-8:00pm in the Holy Spirit Upper Room Trailer Upper Room Life Nights are open to all High School Students grades 9-12. ALL students are invited to attend. December 25th: No Life Night Christmas Day January 1st: No Life Night New Years Day *Join us for our NEW 4-Week Series Starting in January: Immaculata: Life Night Series on Mary January 8th: Upper Room Life Night Immaculata Week #1: Immaculata: Mary s Role in Salvation History January 15th: Upper Room Life Night Immaculata Week #2: Lost Ark: Sin & Salvation January 22nd: Upper Room Life Night Immaculata Week #3: Dwelling Place: Paschal Sacrifice January 29th: Upper Room Life Night Immaculata Week #4: Eternal Crown: Heaven, Hell & Purgatory Louie Latina Director of Youth Ministry Grades 6-12 (702) 901-4106; (702)379-5723 LouieL@holyspiritlv.org Facebook Ɩ Twitter Ɩ Instagram EDGE Nights: Wednesdays 5:00-6:30pm All Edge Sessions Take Place in the Upper Room December 21st: No Edge Christmas Break December 28th: No Edge New Years Break January 4th: Transformation: Introduction to the Sacraments. January 11th: The Waters: Baptism January 18th: Divine Mission: Baptism January 25th: Welcome Home: Family EDGE Sacramental Prep (For those in the Middle School First Communion Program) Wednesday, March 22 nd : Not by Bread Alone Part 1 Wednesday, April 5 th : Not by Bread Alone Part 2 Wednesday, April 26 th : Not by Bread Alone Part 3 & Rehearsal Sunday, April 30 th : Middle School First Holy Communion 5:00pm Mass - Tiberti Commons at Gorman Page 7

Mary, The Holy Mother of of God God - - January 1, 1, 2017 2017 You are invited The Most Reverend Joseph A. Pepe invites all parishioners of the Diocese of Las Vegas to attend the diaconate ordinations of Brother Jose Unlayao and Brother Luis Nguyen Van Dam, on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2017, 5:30 p.m. at the Guardian Angel Cathedral. Brothers Luis and Jose are members of the religious community of the Canons Regular of Jesus the Lord, founded and based in Vladivostok, Russia. (https:// vladmission.org) They are currently serving in our diocese at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary and St. Anne parishes. Please also join us for the reception in Anderson Hall following the Mass to congratulate Brothers Luis and Jose. GUARDIAN ANGEL CATHEDRAL UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR LITURGICAL MINISTERS In an effort to promote a sense of community and belonging among all Catholic Churches in the Diocese of Las Vegas, we would like to extend an invitation to Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Lectors, Ushers, and adult Altar Servers, to serve at the Cathedral on one weekend, at one Mass each month. Ministering at the Cathedral is an opportunity to experience the Universal Church, considering ninety-five percent of those attending Mass are visitors from around the world. It is also an opportunity to become better acquainted with your Cathedral. The Guardian Angel Cathedral is the Bishop s church. It s where he ordains new priests and deacons, administers the Sacraments, celebrates the Sacred Triduum and Holy Days throughout the Liturgical Year. Other liturgies celebrated at the Cathedral are the Mass of Sending Forth for Seminarians, the White Mass for Catholic Physicians, the Red Mass for Catholic Attorneys, and various Masses for active ministries within the diocese. Please prayerfully consider taking advantage of this opportunity to serve the Church and the People of God. For more information please contact Joseph von Hazmburg at the Guardian Angel Cathedral office at (702)735-5241 or adminassist@gaclv.org. Food for the Poor Please remember to bring food items for Casa de Luz each weekend. Boxed and canned items are most appreciated: Peanut butter, jelly, canned meats, tuna, cereals (hot and cold), rice, beans,etc. Page 8

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JANUARY 2017 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 7:30 BK 9:30 BK 12:30 BK 5:00 BK 2 7:30 TG PARISH OFFICE CLOSED 3 7:30 BK Grief Support 6pm 4 7:30 BK Edge 5pm Music Reh 7pm 5 7:30 BK High School Bible Study 2:30 CGS 4pm KofC Council 7pm 6 7:30 BK 7 7:30 BK 4:00 BK 8 7:30 BK 9:30 BK 10:45 CGS 11:00 K-5 RE 11:00 Sac Prep Parent briefing 12:30 BK 5:00 BK 6:30 Upper Room 9 7:30 TG Catholic Inquiry 6:30pm Baptism Prep Class 7pm 10 7:30 BK 11 7:30 BK Prayer Shawl Ministry 10am Edge 5pm Kids Choir 5:30pm Sac Prep Parent Briefing Catch up 7pm 12 7:30 BK High School Bible Study 2:30 CGS 4pm 13 7:30 BK 14 7:30 BK 4:00 BK 15 7:30 BK 9:30 BK 12:30 BK 5:00 BK 6:30 Upper Room 16 7:30 TG PARISH OFFICE CLOSED MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY 17 7:30 BK Grief Support 6pm 18 7:30 BK Edge 5pm Music Reh 7pm 19 7:30 BK High School Bible Study 2:30 CGS 4pm Liturgy Team 6:30pm 20 7:30 BK 21 7:30 BK 4:00 BK 227:30 BK 9:30 BK 10:45 CGS 11:00 K-5 RE 11:15 Parent Prayer/Reflection 12:30 BK 5:00 BK 6:30 Upper Room 23 7:30 TG Catholic Inquiry 6:30pm Outreach Team 6:30pm 24 7:30 BK Catholicism Series RCIA 7pm 25 7:30 TG Prayer Shawl Ministry 10am Edge 5pm Kids Choir 5:30pm Music Reh 7pm 26 7:30 TG Catholicism Series RCIA 8:15am High School Bible Study 2:30 CGS 4pm KofC Officers 7pm 27 7:30 TG 28 7:30 BK 4:00 BK 29 7:30 BK 9:30 BK 10:45 CGS 11:00 K-5 RE 12:30 BK 5:00 BK 6:30 Upper Room 30 7:30 TG Catholic Inquiry 6:30pm 31 7:30 BK Grief Support 6pm Page 10