Liturgical Calendar & Mass Intentions Confessions are heard before all Masses. ~ Sundays 8:15 &10:30am Sunday, Jan 29 St. Francis de Sales 9:00am Gabriel Carter by M/M Victor Carter Jan 30 St. Martina 6:30am Fr. Laurent Demets by Matthew Markich 9:00am Matthew Covey by Dave Conger Tuesday, Jan 31 St. John Bosco 6:30am Kathy & Andrew Markich by Sarah Hodges 9:00am Catherine Cunningham by Jeff Dargis Wednesday, Feb 1 St. Ignatius of Antioch 6:30am Phyllis Donlon by Richard & Anne Perry Noon Madilyn Kelly by Deena Arango Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary Thursday, Feb 2 6:30am Fr. Christopher Pelster, FSSP by Patricia Murphy 7:30pm Blessing of Candles & Procession followed by High Mass FSSP Confraternity Intention by M/M Scott Carter Friday, Feb 3 Feria/Sacred Heart 1 st Friday Blessing of Throats follows each Mass today. Noon Mary Newman by Deena Arango 6:00 Eucharist Adoration ~ Confessions until 6:40pm 7:00pm Joseph Lawson by LaPlante Family Saturday, Feb 4 St. Andrew Corsini/Immaculate Heart 1 st Saturday 7:00am Frederique LeClou & Family by Christine Brock 9:00am Rosemary LaPlante by LaPlante Family Sunday, Feb 5 Septuagesima Sunday 9:00am Elsie Ware by Adam Markich Last Sunday s Collection ~ $6,532.84 God reward you. Hispanic Ministries $268.00 St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church Archdiocese of Atlanta Dedicated to the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite offering the Traditional Latin Mass and Sacraments according to the 1962 Roman Missal of Blessed John XXIII 587 Landers Drive, Mableton, GA 30126 (770) 948-6888/FAX 6894 Emergency Cell 770-557-9241/688-6762 Bookstore 770-745-3613 www.francisdesales.com Mail: sfds@priest.com Served by The Priestly Fraternity Of St. Peter (FSSP) Father Howard J. Venette, FSSP, Pastor Father Matthew J. McCarthy, FSSP Assistant Deacon Douglas J. Anderson, Archdiocese of Atlanta Patronal Feast of St. Francis de Sales January 29, 2012 The Christmas Creche will remain through the feast of the Purification of Our Lady, February 2 nd. Feb. 2 Candlemas: household candles will be blessed at the evening Mass; leave them at the Nativity scene, opened & identified Feb. 5 Bookstore to offer books on sale Feb. 8 1:30pm Perpetual Help Cancer Home visit (see below) Feb. 12 Visit of Fr. James Fryar, FSSP, Confraternity Chaplain (see below) Visit of Confraternity Chaplain & Monthly Potluck Fr. James Fryar, FSSP, Chaplain for the English language sector of the Confraternity of St. Peter, will visit our parish on Sunday, February 13. He will give a presentation on the Confraternity following each Mass. The second presentation will be in the context of the monthly Parish Potluck, for which the main course will be Pasta and Meatballs. Please bring appropriate sides according to the following alphabetical list: A-E Salad or Rolls ~ F-K Drinks L-P Dessert or Fruit ~ R-Z Vegetable or casserole Date Change for Shelter Volunteers at the Shrine of the Immaculate. A group of workers from our parish is now being solicited for Saturday, May 19 th The work day is from 7:00AM NOON. If interested, please sign the entry list.
Pope Benedict XVI s February Prayer Intentions General Intention: Access to Water~That all peoples may have access to water and other resources needed for daily life. Missionary Intention: Health Workers~That the Lord may sustain the efforts of health workers assisting the sick and elderly in the world s poorest regions. Catholic Business Breakfast ~ Friday, February 3rd 7am Mass followed at 7:30am by light breakfast. Fellowship and featured speaker, Mr. Paul Gleeson - Consul General of Ireland to Atlanta, who will reflect upon " "Ireland: The Road to Peace and Economic Recovery." This event held at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, 353 Peachtree Street, NE, Atlanta, 404-522-6800. Fifth Annual Catholic Day at the Capitol February 7 Faith in Action with Most Reverend Wilton D. Gregory, Metropolitan Archbishop of Atlanta, from 8:30am 2:30pm. The Archdiocese of Atlanta and Diocese of Savannah invite Georgia Catholics to the State Capitol in Atlanta to exercise our baptismal call as advocates for public policy that protects those who are vulnerable and promotes the common good. Join us for a legislative briefing at 8:30 at the, view the opening of the session, meet your legislators and have lunch on your own. The event is free, but registration is required so that we can communicate last minute changes. For additional information, please contact Joy Place at 404-920-7346. Visit to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cancer Home on Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 1:30pm. Parishioners are invited to meet at 760 Pollard Boulevard, SW, Atlanta, and visit with the residents. Valentine crafts and treats are welcomed. Archbishop s Appeal 1-20-12 Goal: $26,262 ~ Paid: $18,408 Pledges Outstanding: $430 ~ Balance due from parish accounts: $7,426 St. Genesius Drama Club announces auditions for Candle in Umbria, a musical based on the life of St. Clare of Assisi. The play will be performed on April 29, 2012. Actors ages 8-18 are encouraged to audition by contacting Dominic Rasnick at 770-927-2581 or rasnick@windstream.net. News from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul VITA Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Feb 7 th April 12 th 2012 The Society, in partnership with the Atlanta Prosperity Campaign, provides free federal and GA income tax preparation for those below the $49,000 household income threshold. During the traditional income tax reporting season, guests are invited to have their taxes prepared free of charge. This service affords guests the ability of saving the preparation cost and ensures that all credits (such as the Earned Income Tax Credit) and other deductions that provide monetary refunds are included. These cost-saving measures can make a huge impact on households that are financially struggling. Call 678-892-6160, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. February is Dedicated to the Holy Family "The house of Nazareth is a school of prayer where we learn to listen, to meditate, to penetrate the deepest meaning of the manifestation of the Son of God, drawing our example from Mary, Joseph and Jesus. The Holy Family is an icon of the domestic Church, which is called to pray together. The family is the first school of prayer where, from their infancy, children learn to perceive God thanks to the teaching and example of their parents. An authentically Christian education cannot neglect the experience of prayer. If we do not learn to pray in the family, it will be difficult to fill this gap later. I would, then, like to invite people to rediscover the beauty of praying together as a family, following the school of the Holy Family of Nazareth". (Pope Benedict XVI) St. Francis de Sales Parish Check bulletin for updates Confessions 15 minutes before weekday Masses/ Sundays 8:15 &10:30am Baptism Contact the parish at least six weeks before birth. Marriage Couple contact the parish at least six months before the wedding; pre-marital preparation is required. Legion of Mary Wednesdays at 6:00 Rosary after 9:00am & Noon daily Masses & before Sunday Masses Parish Activity Council meets 4 th Saturday at 10am (as scheduled) Knights of Columbus Lumen Christi Council #14625 meetings held 2 nd s at 7:30 in Parish Hall; pre-meeting fellowship at 6:30pm Eucharistic Exposition Friday after evening Mass & 1 st Friday 6:00pm Catholic Boy Scouts Troop #1376 Contact Ray Young 770-640-9197 Religious Education Sundays at 10:15 (Sept-May) Traditional Girls Club (ages 8-16) Meets 1 st Saturday after Marian devotions
Liturgical Calendar & Mass Intentions Confessions are heard before all Masses. ~ Sundays 8:15 &10:30am Sunday, Jan 22 3 rd Sunday after Epiphany 9:00am Erin Dargis by Jeff Dargis St. Raymond of Penafort NO NOON 6:30am Margaret B. Regan by Ralph Regan MASS TODAY 9:00am Fr. Robert Fromageot by Matthew Markich Tuesday, Jan 24 St. Timothy 6:30am Andrea McCourtney by Sarah Hodges 9:00am Coeli Howard by M/M Victor Carter Wednesday, Jan 25 Conversion of St. Paul 6:30am The Bullard Family by Richard & Anne Perry Noon Marione Rasnick by Scott & Loretta Carter Thursday, Jan 26 St. Polycarp 6:30am FSSP Increase in Vocations by Patricia Murphy 9:00am Danielle Zorzin by Jesse Aranda Friday, Jan 27 St. John Chrysostom Noon David Cunningham by Deena Arango 7:00pm Fr. David Bechill by Dave Conger Eucharistic Adoration & Confessions follow Mass this evening. Saturday, Jan 28 St. Peter Nolasco 7:00am Fr. Christopher Pelster, FSSP by Thomas Anderson 9:00am Frank Drzewicki by Jeff Dargis Sun, Jan 29 4 th Sunday after Epiphany 9:00am Gabriel Carter by M/M Victor Carter Last Sunday s Collection ~ $5,436.73 God reward you. Archbishop s Appeal 1-20-12 Goal: $26,262 ~ Paid: $18,408 Pledges Outstanding: $430 ~ Balance due from parish accounts: $7,426 St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church Archdiocese of Atlanta Dedicated to the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite offering the Traditional Latin Mass and Sacraments according to the 1962 Roman Missal of Blessed John XXIII 587 Landers Drive, Mableton, GA 30126 (770) 948-6888/FAX 6894 Emergency Cell 770-557-9241/688-6762 Bookstore 770-745-3613 www.francisdesales.com Mail: sfds@priest.com Served by The Priestly Fraternity Of St. Peter (FSSP) Father Howard J. Venette, FSSP, Pastor Father Matthew J. McCarthy, FSSP Assistant Deacon Douglas J. Anderson, Archdiocese of Atlanta 3 rd Sunday after Epiphany ~ January 22, 2012 The Christmas Creche will remain through the feast of the Purification of Our Lady, February 2 nd. TODAY 1:30 Bible Timeline Class in downstairs classroom K of C Chili Cook-Off following 11:30 Mass Archdiocesan Pro-Life Events ~ see reverse side 9:00am Mass for convenience of event attendees & for carpooling from the church Jan 28 Parish Activities Council meets after 9:00am Mass Our regional seminarian, Joseph DeGuzman, FSSP will become a Subdeacon on Saturday, January 28. Greetings may be sent to him at Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary, 7880 West Denton Rd, Denton, NE 68339. Date Change for Shelter Volunteers at the Shrine of the Immaculate : a group of workers from our parish is now being solicited for Saturday, May 19 th The work day is from 7:00AM NOON. If interested, please sign the entry list. Please be conscientious about not remaining in the church after services in the late evening, e.g. Friday Mass & Adoration. When the priest/servers have completed their tasks, please kindly vacate the church at that time so that the lights can be extinguished & the building can be locked for the night.
Church Unity Octave Prayers January 18 25 Recited after Low Mass today Priest: Let us pray. All: That they all may be one, as Thou, Father, in Me and I in Thee; that they also may be one in Us; that the world may believe that Thou has sent Me. Priest: I say unto thee that thou art Peter: All: And upon this Rock I will build my Church. Priest: Let us pray for the following intention: that Christians in America may be one, in union with the Chair of Saint Peter. (Jan. 22) All: O Lord Jesus Christ, Who didst say to Thine Apostles: peace I leave with you. My peace I give unto you; look not upon my sins, but upon the faith of Thy Church and vouchsafe unto her that peace and unity, which are agreeable to Thy Will. Who livest and reignest God forever and ever. Amen. Priest: Our Lady, Mother of the Church, All: Pray for us. s Archdiocesan Pro-Life Events 9:30 10:00 11:15 12:00 Noon 1:00 Rosary for Life Mass for the Unborn w/ the Archbishop Lunch must be preordered or bring your own Together for Life Memorial Service Silent Memorial Walk steps Begins/ends at the Parishioners may gather just before Noon at the corner of Washington St. & MLK Blvd. to assemble as a group for the Service and Memorial Walk. History of the Chair of Unity Octave On October 3, 1899, the eve of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the Rev. Lewis Thomas Wattson, an Episcopal clergyman later known as the Very Rev. Paul James Francis, S.A., arrived at Graymoor, N.Y. to establish a community of Episcopal Franciscans called the Friars of the Atonement. A year previously, Miss Lurana White, a devout young woman, had founded in the same place a community of Episcopal nuns known as the Sisters of the Atonement. For ten years the two communities were jointly known as the Society of the Atonement and lived the monastic life as members of the Protestant Episcopal Church. Looking about him on a largely irreligious world, Father Paul grieved most because Christians seemed divided into warring sects and factions. He began to preach corporate reunion of the Episcopal Church with the Roman Catholic Church. Because of this he was banned from the pulpits of the Episcopal Church. In his brown robe and sandals, Father Paul took his message to the streets and parks of New York. He caused quite a sensation. Father Paul James Francis was determined to carry on a vigorous apostolate for the return of all separated Christians to communion with the Holy See. To further this aim, he inaugurated in 1908 the Chair of Unity Octave (Jan. 18-25). One year later, the members of the Society themselves received the grace of conversion, and on October 30, 1909, they entered the Catholic Church in a body. It astonished no one when he took his own advice and brought his community with him into the Catholic Church. With the blessing of Pope St. Pius X, they were permitted to continue as a religious society in the Catholic Church and were commissioned to carry on the apostolate of Christian unity as their community aim. The Chair of Unity Octave was also approved as a Catholic devotion by Pope Benedict XV in an Apostolic Brief in 1916. In 1921, at their annual meeting in Washington, the Catholic hierarchy of the United States unanimously adopted the Octave for all the dioceses in the country. Under the patronage of St. Peter, the first Vicar of Christ, Bishop of Rome, and St. Paul, the Apostle of the Gentiles, the Chair of Unity Octave has flourished and grown. It is now observed in many parts of the world. Taken from "Devotions for the Chair of Unity Octave" published by the Atonement Friars of Graymoor, New York, 1960, pp. 5-6. Fifth Annual Catholic Day at the Capitol. Faith in Action with Most Reverend Wilton D. Gregory, Metropolitan Archbishop of Atlanta. The Archdiocese of Atlanta and Diocese of Savannah invite Georgia Catholics to the State Capitol in Atlanta to exercise our baptismal call as advocates for public policy that protects those who are vulnerable and promotes the common good. Join us for a legislative briefing at 8:30 at the Shrine of the Immaculate, view the opening of the session, meet your legislators and have lunch on your own. The event is free, but registration is required so that we can communicate last minute changes. For additional information, please contact Joy Place at 404-920-7346.
Liturgical Calendar & Mass Intentions Confessions are heard before all Masses. ~ Sundays 8:15 &10:30am Sunday, Jan 15 2 nd Sunday after Epiphany 9:00am M/M Ed Malone by Matthew Markich Jan 16 St. Marcellus I 6:30am M/M William Alberti Special Intentions by Owen & Caroline Elliott Noon Margo Kimber by Matthew Markich Tuesday, Jan 17 St. Anthony the Abbot 6:30am Ben Hodges by Sarah Hodges 9:00am Br. Herman-Joseph Putnam, O.Praem. by Dave Conger Wednesday, Jan 18 Feria 6:30am John Dargis by Jeff Dargis Noon Archbishop John Francis Donoghue by Gwen Powderly Thursday, Jan 19 Feria NO 6:30am MASS TODAY 9:00am Nicholas Anderson by Thomas Anderson Friday, Jan 20 Sts. Fabian & Sebastian NO Noon MASS TODAY 7:00pm Rev. Martin J. O Sullivan by Catherine Mahoney Eucharistic Adoration & Confessions follow Mass this evening. Saturday, Jan 21 St. Agnes NO 7:00am MASS TODAY 9:00am F.O.S.S. by Nora Rose Sun, Jan 22 3 rd Sunday after Epiphany 9:00am Erin Dargis by Jeff Dargis Last Sunday s Collection ~ $5,436.73 God reward you. Archbishop s Appeal 1-6-11 Goal: $26,262 ~ Paid: $16,381 Pledges Outstanding: $675 ~ Balance due from parish accounts: $9,206 St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church Archdiocese of Atlanta Dedicated to the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite offering the Traditional Latin Mass and Sacraments according to the 1962 Roman Missal of Blessed John XXIII 587 Landers Drive, Mableton, GA 30126 (770) 948-6888/FAX 6894 Emergency Cell 770-557-9241/688-6762 Bookstore 770-745-3613 www.francisdesales.com Mail: sfds@priest.com Served by The Priestly Fraternity Of St. Peter (FSSP) Father Howard J. Venette, FSSP, Pastor Father Matthew J. McCarthy, FSSP Assistant Deacon Douglas J. Anderson, Archdiocese of Atlanta 2 nd Sunday after Epiphany ~ January 15, 2012 The Christmas Creche will remain through the feast of the Purification of Our Lady, February 2 nd. TODAY 1:30 Bible Timeline Class in downstairs classroom Jan 18 Christian Unity Octave ~ Prayers after Low Mass through Jan 25 th Jan 22 1:30 Bible Timeline Class K of C Chili Cook-Off following 11:30 Mass~ see reverse side 1pm Pro-Life Silent Memorial Walk begins/ ends at State Capitol Jan 28 Parish Activities Council meets after 9:00am Mass Requiescat In Pace Please pray for the happy repose of the soul of Mrs. Jeanne Marciniak, who died unexpectedly at Christmas, and pray for the consolation of her husband, Thaddeus, and family. As a parishioner here, Jeanne was also the assistant coordinator for our CCD program. Her Requiem was held in St. Louis, where her extended family resides. Thanks to all who assisted, attended and performed at our 1 st Annual Christmastide Dinner & Music Festival last weekend. Fr. McCarthy will be away from Wednesday through Saturday this week.
Knight of Columbus Chili Cook-Off after High Mass, next Sunday, 1/22/12. The proceeds will go toward the Ultrasound Project, where the Knights of Columbus purchase ultrasound machines for crisis pregnancy centers. These machines have proven that they can be the key to turning the heart of a young woman who is considering abortion by showing her that she has life within her. This friendly competition is open to anyone in the parish who would like to submit their favorite chili recipe to a taste-test. A $2 contribution buys a bowl and will allow all participants to sample all the competitors' chili and judge the winner. We expect this to be a delicious and worthy fundraising event once again this year. Homeless Shelter Volunteer Workers The Shrine of the Immaculate offers daily food & shelter services. A group of workers from our parish is being solicited for Saturday, April 7 th. The work day is from 7:00AM NOON. If interested, sign the entry list. Friday Jan 20 Sun-Mon Jan 22-23 Archdiocesan Pro-Life Events 6:00 4:00 9:30 10:00 11:15 12:00 Noon 1:00 Mass and Fundraising Banquet Rise Up for Life Pro-Life Lock-In for Teens Rosary for Life Mass for the Unborn w/ the Archbishop Lunch must be preordered or bring your own Together for Life Memorial Service Silent Memorial Walk Cathedral of Christ the King Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School steps Begins/ends at the Fr. Venette recently offered Mass for the following intentions: Sunday, Jan. 8~ The Intentions of the Braaten Family Jan. 9~Conversion of a Friend by Adam Markich Sacrament of Anointing ~Extreme Unction: This sacrament should be received with a proper disposition which includes at least a habitual attrition for sin (hatred and sorrow for sin committed and determination not to sin again from a supernatural motive such as dreading the loss of Heaven and the pains of Hell). If received with a proper disposition it has the following effects: Primary effects: 1. An increase in sanctifying grace which of its nature destroys venial sin and the remnants of sin, and makes the person more pleasing to God and merits a greater reward in Heaven. Temporal punishments for sin are remitted to the extent of the degree of charity and penance of the recipient. 2. Sacramental grace which strengthens the soul against all evils, past, present, and future and gives the person a claim to all the actual graces he needs in this illness, especially to resist diabolic temptations and to have confidence in God. Moral weakness due to the effects of sin is healed. Secondary effects: 1. The forgiveness of mortal sins if there are any on the soul. This can happen if the person is so ill that he cannot confess his sins or even manifest his attrition for them (e.g. he is unconscious or his mental faculties are lacking). He need only have habitual attrition for his sins. 2. The healing of the bodily illness to the extent that it is expedient for salvation. This happens much more frequently than we might think. The most important thing to remember about this sacrament is that it should not be put off until it is too late. If someone s life is threatened by illness, he should be anointed. If he cannot summon a Priest himself, his family and friends are responsible for doing so. The effects of this sacrament are very powerful. They can make a great difference including anything from physical healing to eternal salvation. St. Francis de Sales Parish Check bulletin for updates Confessions 15 minutes before weekday Masses/ Sundays 8:15 &10:30am Baptism Contact the parish at least six weeks before birth. Marriage Couple contact the parish at least six months before the wedding; pre-marital preparation is required. Legion of Mary Wednesdays at 6:00 Rosary after 9:00am & Noon daily Masses & before Sunday Masses Parish Activity Council meets 4 th Saturday at 10am (as scheduled) Knights of Columbus Lumen Christi Council #14625 meetings held 2 nd s at 7:30 in Parish Hall; pre-meeting fellowship at 6:30pm Eucharistic Exposition Friday after evening Mass & 1 st Friday 6:00pm Catholic Boy Scouts Troop #1376 Contact Ray Young 770-640-9197 Religious Education Sundays at 10:15 (Sept-May) Traditional Girls Club (ages 8-16) Meets 1 st Saturday after Marian devotions
Liturgical Calendar & Mass Intentions Confessions are heard before all Masses. ~ Sundays 8:15 &10:30am Sunday, Jan 8 The Holy Family 9:00am Marc Lavelle by Ines Lavelle Jan 9 Feria of 1 st Sunday after Epiphany 6:30am Lisa Hankins & Family by Owen & Caroline Elliott Noon Philip A. Albert by Anita Albert Tuesday, Jan 10 Feria of 1 st Sunday after Epiphany 6:30am Verne Hunt by the LaPlante Family 9:00am Marc Blateau by Christine Brock Wednesday, Jan 11 Feria of 1 st Sunday after Epiphany 6:30am Gene Drzewicki by Jeff Dargis Noon Conversion of a Friend by Matthew Markich Thursday, Jan 12 Feria of 1 st Sunday after Epiphany 6:30am Kelly Moneymaker by David Conger 9:00am Jesse Aranda Friday, Jan 13 Commemoration of the Baptism of the Lord Noon April Rowland by Adam Markich 7:00pm Sophie Dargis by Jeff Dargis Eucharistic Adoration & Confessions follow Mass this evening. Saturday, Jan 14 St. Hilary 7:00am The Perry Family by Richard and Anne Perry 9:00am Mirianna Carter by her husband, Victor Sun, Jan 15 2 nd Sunday after Epiphany 9:00am M/M Ed Malone by Matthew Markich Last Sunday s Collection ~ $8932.61 God reward you. Archbishop s Appeal 1-6-11 Goal: $26,262 ~ Paid: $16,381 Pledges Outstanding: $675 ~ Balance due from parish accounts: $9,206 St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church Archdiocese of Atlanta Dedicated to the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite offering the Traditional Latin Mass and Sacraments according to the 1962 Roman Missal of Blessed John XXIII 587 Landers Drive, Mableton, GA 30126 (770) 948-6888/FAX 6894 Emergency Cell 770-557-9241/688-6762 Bookstore 770-745-3613 www.francisdesales.com Mail: sfds@priest.com Served by The Priestly Fraternity Of St. Peter (FSSP) Father Howard J. Venette, FSSP, Pastor Father Matthew J. McCarthy, FSSP Assistant Deacon Douglas J. Anderson, Archdiocese of Atlanta The Holy Family January 8, 2012 The Christmas Season continues through Friday, January 13, the commemoration of the Baptism of the Lord. TODAY 10:15 Finding God Through Faith & Reason Series- downstairs 20% off all Christmas items in the Bookstore Jan. 9 6:30pm K of C fellowship dinner; 7:30pm Meeting Jan. 14 Decorations removed following 9am Mass; volunteers, please. Jan. 15/22 1:30 Bible Timeline Class Jan. 23 1pm Pro-Life Silent Memorial Walk begins/ ends at State Capitol TODAY ~ Christmastide Music Festival & Dinner & Visit of FSSP NA District Superior, Fr. Eric Flood The main course will be roast beef, which along with beverages, will be supplied by the parish. Come to the gym after 11:30 Mass! Our thanks to Daniel Longtin, his family, Boy Scout Troop 1376 and all who assisted him in renovating our Mary Garden. Daniel has cleared the Rosary path, constructed a new shrine and a covered picnic table, as well as installed a sign. This was an Eagle Scout project. Well done, Dan! The shrine will be blessed at a future, hopefully, warmer date. TODAY at 10:15am Finding God Through Faith & Reason Video Series. A new section begins: "Manifestations of God s Absolute Simplicity." The group meets in the large downstairs classroom.
We welcome our FSSP Seminarian, Joseph DeGuzman, who is home for Christmas break. Joseph and his classmates just received word that they have been approved for major orders this year. Our prayers and congratulations to you, Joseph!! Friday Jan 20 Sun-Mon Jan 22-23 Archdiocesan Pro-Life Events 6:00 4:00 9:30 10:00 11:15 12:00 Noon 1:00 Mass and Fundraising Banquet Rise Up for Life Pro-Life Lock-In for Teens Rosary for Life Mass for the Unborn w/ the Archbishop Lunch must be preordered or bring your own Together for Life Memorial Service Silent Memorial Walk Cathedral of Christ the King Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School steps Begins/ends at the Holy Spirit College 4465 Northside Drive, Atlanta GA 30327 Student services in communion with the teachings of the Catholic Church Full compliance with Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the Apostolic Constitution of the Supreme Pontiff John Paul II on Catholic Universities. through Friday of each week Morning Prayers are offered in St. Joseph's Oratory at 7:40am and Mass is offered both at 8:30am in the Parish, at 11:30am in St. Joseph's Oratory and again at 6:00pm in the Parish. A full weekend Mass Schedule is offered at the parish of Holy Spirit. Eucharistic Adoration offered regularly Optional monthly overnight-weekend retreats Georgia Right to Life Club Knights of Columbus College Council (in formation) Marian Society Faith-based service projects Faith-based service Fraternity and Sorority Contact: 678-904-4959/admissions@holyspiritcollege.org Grant us, O Lord Jesus, faithfully to imitate the examples of Thy Holy Family, so that in the hour of our death, in the company of Thy glorious Virgin Mother and St. Joseph, we may deserve to be received by Thee into eternal tabernacles. News from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul VITA Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Feb 7 th April 12 th 2012 The Society, in partnership with the Atlanta Prosperity Campaign, provides free federal and GA income tax preparation for those below the $49,000 household income threshold. During the traditional income tax reporting season, guests are invited to have their taxes prepared free of charge. This service affords guests the ability of saving the preparation cost and ensures that all credits (such as the Earned Income Tax Credit) and other deductions that provide monetary refunds are included. These cost-saving measures can make a huge impact on households that are financially struggling. Call 678-892-6160, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. HUNGER WALK The SVdP Atlanta Conference Support Center is excited to invite all Conferences to help fight hunger in Georgia by participating in the upcoming Hunger Walk/Run 2012 on March 11, at the Green Lot at Turner Field. SVdP is blessed to be one of the six benefiting partners of this event, hosted by the Atlanta Community Food Bank. If you have any questions, please call or email Caryn Stofko, 678-892-6172, cstofko@svdpatl.org. St. Francis de Sales Parish Check bulletin for updates Confessions 15 minutes before weekday Masses/ Sundays 8:15 &10:30am Baptism Contact the parish at least six weeks before birth. Marriage Couple contact the parish at least six months before the wedding; pre-marital preparation is required. Legion of Mary Wednesdays at 6:00 Rosary after 9:00am & Noon daily Masses & before Sunday Masses Parish Activity Council meets 4 th Saturday at 10am (as scheduled) Knights of Columbus Lumen Christi Council #14625 meetings held 2 nd s at 7:30 in Parish Hall; pre-meeting fellowship at 6:30pm Eucharistic Exposition Friday after evening Mass & 1 st Friday 6:00pm Catholic Boy Scouts Troop #1376 Contact Ray Young 770-640-9197 Religious Education Sundays at 10:15 (Sept-May) Traditional Girls Club (ages 8-16) Meets 1 st Saturday after Marian devotions Spiritual Bouquet Father Omar Loggiodice is known by many of our parishioners. Currently, Father is afflicted with multiple health issues which are keeping him from active parish ministry. In the parish hall, there is a card for offering prayers; your greetings may also be sent to his current assignment: St. Joseph s Church, 134 Prince Avenue Athens, Georgia 30601.
Liturgical Calendar & Mass Intentions Confessions are heard before all Masses. ~ Sundays 8:15 &10:30am Sunday, Jan 1 Octave Day of the Nativity Midnight Pro Populo 9:00am Thanksgiving to St. Joseph by M/M Christopher Carver 11:30am Wayne Rose Birthday Intention by Nora Rose Jan 2 Most Holy Name of Jesus 6:30am Julea Pierzchula by Adam Markich Noon Lelia J. Johnson by Dick & Anne Perry Tuesday, Jan 3 Feria of Christmastide 6:30am Mary Anderson by Thomas Anderson 9:00am Rev. Richard Valker by Gwen Powderly Wednesday, Jan 4 Feria or St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 6:30am Friend s Return to the Practice of the Faith by Matthew Markich Noon Jeanette Jurado by David Conger Thursday, Jan 5 Feria of Christmastide 6:30am Gabriel Smith by M/M Fred Carver 9:00am Ani DiLollo by Adam Markich Friday, Jan 6 Epiphany of the Lord 1 st Friday Noon Jonathan Hodges by Sarah Hodges 7:30pm Solemn Mass A. Almand Bullard by Dick & Anne Perry No Eucharistic Adoration or Confessions after Mass this evening. Saturday, Jan 7 Saturday of Our Lady 1 st Saturday 7:00am Bill West by Jeff Dargis 9:00am Karen Grace Thomas by M/M Victor Carter Sun, Jan 8 The Holy Family 9:00am Marc Lavelle by Ines Lavelle Last Sunday s Collection ~ $8128.69 God reward you. Catholic Charities $317.00 Archbishop s Appeal 12-31-11 Goal: $26,262~Paid: $16,231 Pledges Outstanding: $675~Balance due from parish accounts: $9,356 St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church Archdiocese of Atlanta Dedicated to the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite offering the Traditional Latin Mass and Sacraments according to the 1962 Roman Missal of Blessed John XXIII 587 Landers Drive, Mableton, GA 30126 (770) 948-6888/FAX 6894 Emergency Cell 770-557-9241/688-6762 Bookstore 770-745-3613 www.francisdesales.com Mail: sfds@priest.com Served by The Priestly Fraternity Of St. Peter (FSSP) Father Howard J. Venette, FSSP, Pastor Father Matthew J. McCarthy, FSSP Assistant Deacon Douglas J. Anderson, Archdiocese of Atlanta Octave Day of the Nativity January 1, 2012 The Christmas Season continues through Friday, January 13, the commemoration of the Baptism of the Lord. Jan. 7 St. Clare Girls Club meets after 9am Mass & devotions Jan. 8 1:15pm Christmastide Dinner & Music Fest (see below) Jan. 14 Decorations removed following 9am Mass; volunteers, please. Jan. 15/22 1:30 Bible Timeline Class Jan. 23 1pm Pro-Life Silent Memorial Walk begins/ ends at State Capitol Our thanks go to those who helped to decorate the church for the Christmas season. As always, well done!! January 8 ~ Christmastide Music Festival & Dinner & Visit of FSSP NA District Superior, Fr. Eric Flood Please sign the dinner lists at the entry for 1) Attendance & 2) Food Items. The main course will be roast beef, which along with beverages, will be supplied by the parish. We thank you for the many Christmas prayers, cards & gifts which came our way. May God reward your kindness! ~Your Priests We welcome Fr. Valentine Young, OFM, who offers 9:00am Mass today. Now retired, Fr. Young served most recently as chaplain at the Lexington, Kentucky apostolate, as an Associate Priest of the FSSP.
Faith and Public Policy Workshop for all Catholics The Archdiocese of Atlanta invites you to join us for a Faith and Public Policy Workshop sponsored by the Georgia Catholic Conference on Saturday, January 7, 2012 from 8:30 12:00 noon at St. Ann s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, NE, Marietta, Georgia 30062. The workshop will include a presentation on Catholic Social Teaching, Faithful Citizenship, and today s public policy issues. To register for the event visit www.archatl.com/ or contact Joy at jplace@archatl.com or 404-920-7346. There will be a $10.00 registration fee to cover cost of materials for the workshop. Today is the Octave Day of the Nativity. The Gospel relates the Circumcision of Our Lord. Various prayers in the Divine Office for the Feast refer to the Blessed Virgin Mary and her Motherhood. is the Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus. We read in Sacred Scripture: In the Name of Jesus every knee shall bend in Heaven, on Earth, and in Hell. (Phil. 2:10) and Whatever you do in word or in work, do all in the Name of Our Lord Jesus Christ. (Col. 3:17). Traditionally, Catholics bow their head as sign of respect when the Name of Jesus is mentioned in their presence. They especially avoid taking the Holy Name in vain and they use it in the time of temptation. When tempted to sin one can reverently repeat: Jesus, Jesus, Jesus! The demons hate the Holy Name and flee before its reverent pronunciation as they do before the Sign of the Cross. Friday is the Feast of the Epiphany. This ancient Feast was celebrated in the Church even before Christmas itself. It commemorates the manifestation of Our Lord to the world. The focus is on His manifestation to the foreign visitors representing the Gentile nations. However, Our Lord s manifestation at His baptism in the Jordan and at His miracle of changing water to wine at Cana are also celebrated. This Feast is especially appropriate to be celebrated as a family. Children can place figures of the Magi at the family Nativity Scene. The story of the Three Kings can be told or the song We Three Kings can be sung. Some incense can even be burnt before the crib. The significance of the gifts of the Magi is as follows: Gold is the proper gift to a King and this gift acknowledged Our Lord s Kingship. Frankincense or incense is properly offered to God, thus the gift of Frankincense acknowledged Our Lord s divinity. Myrrh is used to anoint a body in preparation for burial and this gift foreshadowed Our Lord s Passion, death, and burial. St. Francis de Sales Parish Check bulletin for updates Confessions 15 minutes before weekday Masses/ Sundays 8:15 &10:30am Baptism Contact the parish at least six weeks before birth. Marriage Couple contact the parish at least six months before the wedding; pre-marital preparation is required. Legion of Mary Wednesdays at 6:00 Rosary after 9:00am & Noon daily Masses & before Sunday Masses Parish Activity Council meets 4 th Saturday at 10am (as scheduled) Knights of Columbus Lumen Christi Council #14625 meetings held 2 nd s at 7:30 in Parish Hall; pre-meeting fellowship at 6:30pm Eucharistic Exposition Friday after evening Mass & 1 st Friday 6:00pm Catholic Boy Scouts Troop #1376 Contact Ray Young 770-640-9197 Religious Education Sundays at 10:15 (Sept-May) Traditional Girls Club (ages 8-16) Meets 1 st Saturday after Marian devotions A selection of prophecies of the Messiah: 1. The sceptre shall not be taken away from Juda, nor a ruler from his thigh, till he come that is to be sent and he shall be the expectation of nations. (Gen. 49:10) 2.. A Star shall rise out of Jacob and a scepter shall spring up from Israel. (Num. 24: 17) 3. The Lord said to me: Thou art my son, this day have I begotten thee (Ps. 2:7) 4. He shall come down like rain upon the fleece; and as showers falling gently upon the earth the kings of the Arabians and of Saba shall bring gifts.. (Ps. 71:6-10) 5. The Lord said to my Lord: Sit thou at my right hand.. (Ps. 109:1) 6. The ox knoweth his owner, and the ass his master s crib (Is. 1:3) 7. Behold a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and his name shall be Emmanuel. (Is. 7:14) 8. The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light (Is. 9:2) 9. For a child is born to us, and a son is given to us, and the government is upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, God the Mighty, the Father of the world to come, the Prince of Peace. (Is. 9:6) 10. And there shall come forth a rod out of the root of Jesse, and a flower shall rise up out of his root. (Is. 11:1) 11. Say to the fainthearted: Take courage,and fear not God himself will come and will save you. (Is. 35:4) 12. And I will save My flock and I will set up one shepherd over them.. (Ez. 34:23) 13. And thou, Bethlehem out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be the ruler in Israel (Mich. 5:2) 14. And the Desired of all Nations shall come: and I will fill this house with glory saith the Lord of hosts. (Agg. 2:8) 15. Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Sion, shout for joy, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold thy King will come to thee, the just and saviour (Zac. 9:9) 16. And presently the Lord, whom you seek, and the Angel of the Testament, whom you desire, shall come to his temple. Behold he cometh, saith the Lord of hosts. (Mal. 3:2)