Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110 (505)265-5868 OFFICE (505)268-0680 FAX Rev. Stephen Schultz, Pastor e-mail: OLOFatima_abq9@archdiosf.org Very Rev. John Daniel, Vicar General (in residence) Deacon William Ennis At Our Lady of Fatima Parish we are committed to know, love and serve God through Word and Sacrament, through our shared experience as the Mystical Body of Christ, and through the call to full, conscious and active participation in parish life. January 28, 2018 MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Mass - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7:30 AM Saturday Anticipatory Mass for Sunday- - - - - - - - - - 5:30 PM Sunday Mass- - - - - - - - - - 7:30 AM, 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM Weekday Mass- Monday through Friday- - - - - - - - - - 6:30 AM Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday - - - - 8:15 AM HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION 6:30 AM, 8:15 AM and 6:30 PM UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED CONFESSION Saturday- - - - -3:30 to 5:00 PM or by appointment EUCHARISTIC ADORATION- - - - -Mondays 8:45AM to 6:00PM ANOINTING OF THE SICK- - - - - - - - - - - - -First Fridays after the 6:30 AM & 8:15 AM Masses OFFICE HOURS- - Monday through Thursday- 8:00AM to 4:30 PM Friday 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM NOTES FROM THE PASTOR Today begins a nationwide observance of Catholic Schools Week, recognizing Catholic Schools as communities of faith, knowledge, and service. Within our own parish, Our Lady of Fatima School has been fulfilling this role for 68 years. Tens of thousands of students have benefited from the education and spiritual formation they received at Our Lady of Fatima School over the years, and today s students continue to do so. The class sizes at Our Lady of Fatima School are small enough to ensure that students receive individualized attention, and students are challenged to encourage them to reach their maximum potential. Our parish school is recognized for its academic excellence and this is demonstrated by how well our students score on national tests. In addition to the basic core curriculum, classes are offered in a variety of subject areas including art, music and Spanish. There are also competitive sports even at elementary grade levels - and other extracurricular activities. Encouraging all people to model their lives on that of Jesus, Pope Francis has said, The life of Jesus is a life for others. It is a life of service. There are many service projects undertaken by the students at Our Lady of Fatima each year. They include such activities as raising money for the relief of victims of natural disasters, donating time at the Roadrunner Food Bank, or bringing canned goods to the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry to help feed the hungry in our community. Every service project encourages our students to understand that what we do for others in need, we do for Christ. Finally, and most importantly, faith is an integral component of our school experience. Each day begins and ends with prayer. Matters of our Catholic faith are freely discussed within the classroom. Religion class is taught daily and our 3 rd grade students are prepared to receive the Sacraments of First Reconciliation (Confession) and First Holy Communion. Our weekly School Mass takes place at 8:15 am on Wednesdays, and students serve as lectors, the choir, cantors, and altar servers, as well as bringing up the bread and wine at the Offertory. There are also opportunities for Eucharistic Adoration, praying the Rosary, Stations of the Cross during Lent, and many other faith-related activities. Whether it is in the area of faith, knowledge, or service, Our Lady of Fatima School is truly a treasure within our parish. I invite all parents and grandparents of our parish community to seriously consider Our Lady of Fatima School for your children or grandchildren. It is one of the greatest gifts you can Continued on Page 3 CELEBRATE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CHURCH Page 2 If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts. Psalm 95 Monday, January 29, Weekday 6:30 AM Vera and Barney McQuerry (Armijo Family) 8:15 AM Intentions of Grace s Family (Lucy Park) For a Special Intention Frank and Jeannette Devoti on their 71st Anniversary Tuesday, January 30, Weekday 6:30 AM Virginia and Tony Lucero (Armijo Family) 8:15 AM Intentions of Roselyn Calderon (Family) Intentions of Sr. Carol Ann Nowak, O.P. (Dolores Hance) Wednesday, January 31, Saint John Bosco, Priest 6:30 AM Mary Jane Perry (Armijo Family) 8:15 AM For a Special Intention Thursday, February 1, Weekday 6:30 AM Teresa Bloise (Armijo Family) First Friday, February 2, The Presentation of the Lord 6:30 AM Dave Santillanes (Armijo Family) 8:15 AM For all those on the memorial plaques and for all intentions for which the votive lights are lit Intentions of Philemon Family (Lucy Park) Roberta and Melvin Strickland (Dolores Hance) First Saturday, February 3, Weekday 7:30 AM In thanksgiving for our ministry volunteers 5:30 PM Intentions of Raelyn Elizabeth Bordeau Happy Birthday (Godparents) Intentions of Richard William, Oriana Marie and Nicholas Charles Irvin Intentions of Suzanne Redmond (Bernie Redmond) Sunday, February 4, Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 AM Eusebio Gallegos (Mary Ann Gallegos & Family) Jimmy and Nestora Baca (Baca Family) Fusako Chiko Jaramillo (Family) 10:00 AM Intentions of all parishioners especially those celebrating birthdays this month Br. Arturo Olivas, OFM (St. Anthony Fraternity) Intentions of Ernie Vigil and Family (Carol and Carmel Chavez) 12:00 PM Esequiel Gonzales (wife, Tina) In Thankgiving to St. Jude (Elsa Gomez) Dennis T. Garcia (Family) PLEASE NOTE: Meeting and event times and dates are subject to change. 1/29 Monday s Schedule: 8:45 to 6:00 PM Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 1/30 Tuesday s Schedule: No Scheduled Activities 1/31 Wednesday s Schedule: 3:45 PM CCD in School 6:30 PM Choir Practice in the church 6:30 PM RCIA in FGH Library 2/1 Thursday s Schedule: 9AM to 2PM School Open House 4:00 PM Legion of Mary in FGH Rm 1 6:30 PM Adult Faith Formation Fr. Schultz presents Part 3of 3 Apologetics in FGH 2/2 Friday s Schedule: After the 8:15 AM Mass Active Adults Birthday Breakfast 9AM to 2PM School Open House 2/3 Saturday s Schedule: 9:00AM to Noon School Registration 4:00 PM Children s Choir Practice in Music Room 2/4 Sunday s Schedule: After 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM Masses Coffee, donuts and burritos in FGH 8:30 AM Adult Confirmation Class in FGH Rm 1 Readings for the Week of January 28, 2018 Sunday: Deuteronomy 18:15-20/Ps 95:1-2, 6-7, 7-9, [8]/ 1 Corinthians 7:32-35/Mk 1:21-28 Monday: 2 Samuel 15:13-14, 30; 16:5-13/Ps 3:2-3, 4-5, 6-7 [8a]/ Mark 5:1-20 Tuesday: 2 Samuel 18:9-10, 14b, 24-25a, 30--19:3/Ps 86:1-2, 3-4, 5-6 [1a]/Mark 5:21-43 Wednesday: 2 Samuel 24:2, 9-17/Ps 32:1-2, 5, 6, 7 [cf. 5c]/ Mark 6:1-6 Thursday: 1 Kings 2:1-4, 10-12/1 Chronicles 29:10, 11ab, 11d-12a, 12bcd [12b]/Mark 6:7-13 Friday: Malachi 3:1-4/Ps 24:7, 8, 9, 10 [10b]/ Hebrews 2:14-18/Luke 2:22-40 or 2:22-32 Saturday: 1 Kings 3:4-13/Ps 119:9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 [12b]/ Mark 6:30-34 Next Sunday: Job 7:1-4, 6-7/Ps 147:1-2, 3-4, 5-6 [cf. 3a]/ 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23/Mark 1:29-39 Quotable Saints You must change your life so that God, out of mercy, will pardon you. Be converted with a sincere heart. Then the peace of God will be with you always. St. Francis of Paola
January 28, 2018 Page 3 NOTES FROM THE PASTOR...... Continued from Page 1 give them. For parishioners who no longer have children or grandchildren of school age in the home, please consider sponsoring a student at our school by contributing to our financial aid fund. To visit our school facilities and staff, please call our principal, Mrs. Paula Domino-DeHaas, at 255-6391 to arrange a personalized visit. There will also be an Open House on Thursday, February 1 st and Friday, February 2 nd from 9AM-2PM. Our Lady of Fatima Adult Faith Formation Series Journey with us as we grow in our Catholic Faith Final part of series on apologetics presented by Fr. Schultz Thursday February 1 6:30 PM to 8 PM in Fatima-Gallagher Hall Room 1 Save the Dates for upcoming classes Five-Part Series by Dr. Edward Sri The Biblical Walk through the Mass February 15, 2018 through March 22, 2018 (No Class on March 1 due to Lenten Mission) Two session times to choose from: Thursdays at 10 AM or Thursdays at 6:30 PM in FGH Room 1 Program Materials $20. Register in Parish Office or call 265-5868. Lenten Parish Mission on the Mass Presented by Fr. John Trambley Tuesday through Thursday, February 27, 28 & March 1 Mission talks will be held in the Church. Time to be announced No fee and no need to register Annual Catholic Appeal Results for 2017 The final results for the 2017 Annual Catholic Appeal Campaign (ACA) are in. For the year of 2017, a total of 186 parishioners/families (25% of our registered families) made a pledge to the ACA. Pledges came to $61,133. Of this total, $59,260 was actually paid, leaving unpaid pledges totaling $1,873. Since our assigned goal was $46,000, a total of $13,260 was rebated back to the parish. Many thanks to all who made and fulfilled their pledge in 2017. Your paid pledge supports the continued ministry of Christ in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, and the rebated portion supports the ministry within our own parish. ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL 2018 Archbishop John C. Wester will be sending a letter within the next few weeks to each registered family in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe asking for support of the 2018 Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA). If you receive this letter, please respond with a generous heart to sustain the ministries, programs and services provided by the Archdiocese to parishes and those in need. During February you will be given another opportunity to make an ACA pledge when the parish conducts an ACA Appeal during Mass. Feast of St. Blaise Blessing of Throats The Feast of St. Blaise is on Saturday, February 3 rd. The traditional Blessing of Throats will take place after the 7:30 am Mass. Ash Wednesday February 14 th Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on February 14 th. There will be four Masses with distribution of Ashes that day, at 6:30 am, 8:15 am, 12:10 pm, and 6:30 pm. The distribution of ashes will take place after the homily. Ash Wednesday is a day of fast and abstinence. On Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, all Catholics between the ages of 18 and 59 are bound by the rule of fasting. This means consuming only one full meal on those days. Two smaller meals are permitted, as necessary, to maintain strength according to one s needs, but eating solid food between meals is not permitted, unless a small amount of food is needed for taking medications. Abstinence from meat is observed on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and all of the Fridays during Lent by all Catholics 14 years of age and older. Fasting and abstinence are intended to be penitential in nature a sacrificial action in atonement for sin. Fasting and abstinence also enables us, in some small way, to stand in solidarity with the poor throughout the world for whom hunger is a daily reality. Stations of the Cross and Lenten Soup Suppers At 5:30 pm on Friday evenings during Lent (except Good Friday) the parish will be hosting a simple meatless Soup Supper consisting of soup, bread and butter, and beverage. A different ministry of the parish will prepare the soups each week. The soup suppers will be held in Fatima-Gallagher Hall. There is no charge for the meal. The meal will be followed by praying of the Stations of the Cross in the church at 7:00 pm. Everyone is invited to participate.
January 28, 2018 Page 4 Directives from the Archdiocese of Santa Fe This year, influenza (flu) is widespread in 46 states in the U.S. New Mexico is one of the states listed by the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as having widespread flu outbreaks. The archdiocese prays for those who are sick, and we pray for those whose deaths are attributed to the flu. In a recent report, the CDC mentioned this is the first year the entire continental U.S. is at the same level of flu activity at the same time. This year there has been a 5.8% increase in laboratory-confirmed cases over last year. Due to the severity of the flu season, the archdiocese will be taking the following steps in regards to the celebration of Mass: During the Sign of Peace, instead of shaking hands or hugging, as is practiced in some parishes, it would be best to simply nod your head and avoid bodily contact. When praying the Our Father, please do not hold hands. Simply extend your hands toward Heaven or fold your hands. Holy Communion will not be received under both species, just the Consecrated Host, not the Chalice. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion should wash their hands just prior to distribution Holy Communion and should wash them immediately after distribution. If it is easier, an anti-bacterial gel can be used. If you are sick, sneezing or coughing, it would be best for you to stay home. You are welcome to take advantage of the Sunday TV Masses which are available in English and Spanish. It is not a sin to miss Mass on Sundays if you are ill. Please pray for all who have lost their lives as a result of the flu and may we do our part to prevent its spread. These directives will be revoked when the situation improves. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL MINISTRY January 28 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time: In the Gospel today we read that because Jesus spoke with authority his reputation spread throughout the surrounding region of Galilee. As his disciples, we can also speak with authority when we put our faith into actions by helping the poor and suffering. This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was able to assist 71 families, providing $1,930.45 in food and $1,952.00 rent. May God Bless You! Thank you for your continued support. Welcome! Welcome! Welcome Dolorita Johnson Emily Garrity and her son, Braylon We are blessed that you have joined our parish family. Year-End Contribution Statements Year-end contribution statements have been mailed to parishioners who made contributions to Our Lady of Fatima Parish in 2017. Please contact the Parish Office if you have not received your statement. Thank you for your financial support of our parish. OUR LADY OF FATIMA S HOLY NAME SOCIETY INVITES THE MEN OF THE PARISH TO ATTEND THE 5TH ANNUAL LORD, TEACH US TO GET CLOSER TO JESUS RETREAT WHEN: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2018 TIME: 9:00 AM TO 3:00 PM PLACE: MADONNA RETREAT CENTER 4040 ST. JOSEPH S PLACE (BEHIND ST. PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL) COST: An Invitation to the Men and Women of our parish from the Legion of Mary We are a worldwide apostolic group and approved by five Popes. Frank Duff, our founder, had a standing devotion to the Holy Spirit. As such, Mr. Duff is convinced that the Legionary must bring Mary as Queen into hearts and as Mother into homes if Christ is ever to the reign in individuals and in families. We are now (as of January 25, 2018) meeting on Thursdays at 4:00 PM in Room 1 of Fatima-Gallagher Hall in order to allow more people to join us. Our Legion makes stronger Catholics through a balanced program of prayer and service. Through Jesus, Through Mary, Frances Holmes, President $25. LUNCH INCLUDED RETREAT LEADER: DEACON KEITH DAVIS CONTACT: COLLIN MARTINEZ, JOE VIGIL, LOUIS PUCCINI, ELI TAFOYA, GREG JOYNER OR CALL THE PARISH OFFICE AT 265-5868 JESUS HAVE MERCY ON US MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: OLF HOLY NAME SOCIETY Operation Rice Bowl Students at Our Lady of Fatima School and public school students in the Catechism program will be receiving cardboard Rice Bowls to use during Lent as we participate in Operation Rice Bowl. Students are encouraged to deposit money in the Rice Bowl throughout the Lenten season as almsgiving, a penitential sacrifice and also a means to help the less fortunate. The money they deposit could be a portion of their allowance, or money they have earned from special projects and activities such as recycling aluminum cans. Rice bowls will also be available in the church and parish office for other parishioners who would like to participate. The Rice Bowls will be collected during Holy Week. 75% of our Rice Bowl donations go to support the programs of Catholic Relief Services throughout the world, and 25% of our Rice Bowl donations support local projects to alleviate hunger and poverty here in our own Archdiocese.
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO Page 5 Active Adults-Coordinators: Cecelia & Leo D Amour The first Friday of every month, everyone is invited to gather for breakfast after the 8:15 AM liturgy to celebrate the birthdays of the month. The Active Adults group also sponsors field trips. Altar Servers Coordinator: Theresa Irvin A great opportunity for 4th graders and above to serve at the Celebration of the Eucharist. High school and college age parishioners are especially encouraged to serve. Blessed Mother Rosary Guild Coordinator: Jahna Wilmott The Guild handcrafts rosaries for free distribution to various ministries world-wide in order to promote Our Lady s cause for devotion to her son, Jesus Christ, and world peace. Choir Coordinator: Consuelo Chavez Opportunities are for adults and children to lead the people in joyful worship by singing and playing musical instruments. Coffee and Donuts Coordinator: Susan Koller Facilitate fellowship by helping to serve coffee, donuts and burritos after the 7:30 AM and 10 AM Masses on Sundays. Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors and Commentators Coordinator: Teresa Bennett As extraordinary ministers of the Holy Eucharist you can distribute Holy Communion during Mass or Proclaim the Word of God and introduce the Mass intentions and announcements. Holy Name Society President: Collin Martinez The Society purpose is to gives public devotion and honor to the Holy Name of Jesus, and provide for the spiritual growth and enrichment of the men of the parish 18 years of age and older. A Corporate Mass is held at 10 AM the third Sunday of each month and a meeting follows. CATHOLIC CHRISTIAN DOCTRINE INSTRUCTION (CCD) for Kindergarten through 7th Grades Classes are on Wednesdays during the school year from 3:45 5:30 PM. CRE: Mrs. Bernadette Chavez CONFIRMATION CRE: Mr. John Varney A two-year program of catechesis and preparation to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation that is open to students in grades 8 through 12 who have been Baptized and have received First Communion. The first year Pre-Confirmation class is for 8 th graders as well as any older students who have not completed it. The second year Confirmation Prep class is for students in grades 9 thru 12. RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS (RCIA)- CRE: Kathy O Neill This is a program for individuals interested in becoming Catholic and receiving the sacraments of initiation: Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation. Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8 PM. Birthright Coordinator: Odelia Beach Office-262-2235 Helps any girl or woman regardless of age, race, creed, marital or economic status, who feels distressed by a pregnancy, allowing her to ask questions and explore her options without pressure and without being judged. Legion of Mary Coordinator: Frances Holmes This is an international organization ministering to the spiritual needs of the parish community. Ministry of Care/Outreach- Coordinator: Mary Ann Lopez The home-bound Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion bring the Body of Christ to the parishioners who cannot attend the Celebration of the Eucharist. St. Vincent de Paul President: Margaret M. M. Trace Members grow spiritually through service to people in need and are dedicated to helping with food, utilities and rent. Ushers Coordinator: Position Currently Vacant Offer support to people by assisting in seating, taking up offerings, distributing the bulletins and newspapers. Women s Guild - President: Gina Joyner A bedrock parish organization providing every type of help to the parish community. Parish Council - Chair: Pat Abbott; Co-Chair: Dick Knipfing; Secretary: Christine Martinez Members: Mary Carpenter, Emily Hiller (School Rep.), Chris Joyner, Collin Martinez, Laura Sanchez, Eli Tafoya, Joe Vigil, Kathy Vigil (Women s Guild Rep.), James Willis. Meets the first Tuesday of the month in the Parish Dining Room of the parish Office at 6:30 PM. CALL 265-5868 TO GET MORE INFORMATION ON ANY OF OUR MINISTRIES SACRAMENT PREPARATION AND RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Our Lady of Fatima Website: www.fatimabq.org Vatican Website: www.vatican.va Archdiocese of Santa Fe Website: www.archdiosf.org SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Couples must contact the parish office at least six months in advance of the desired wedding date. They must participate in a Weekend for Engaged Couples and attend an introductory class in Natural Family Planning. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM-The Sacrament of Baptism for infants is offered the third Sunday of the month after the 12:00 PM Mass. Arrangements are to be made in person at the parish office. A birth certificate is required. Parents and godparents must attend a Baptism class that is offered the first Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM in Room 1 of Fatima-Gallagher Hall. Godparents must be at least 16 years old, confirmed and actively practicing their Catholic faith. If Godparents are married, they must be married according to the norms of the Catholic Church. OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Pre-K through 8th grade Mrs. Paula Domino DeHaas, Principal School Office: (505) 255-6391 School Fax: (505) 268-3279 Website: www.fatimaschoolabq.com