ALL ARE WELCOME AT THE BETHLEHEM CRIB.

In celebrating the Feast of the Epiphany, may the story of the Epiphany be our story as well. Like the magi, we are seekers searching for an encounter with the Lord, a deeper relationship with Jesus in 2019.

In celebrating the Feast of the Epiphany, we celebrate the Good News of the birth of Jesus "breaking out" beyond the boundaries of Israel, and being made known to all the peoples of the world - to every tribe, and tongue, and people, and nation. So, we celebrate the Savior who comes to the Gentiles. This is symbolized by the three wise men, who came from the East to welcome and worship Him.

"Epiphany" - means "revealed". But what is it, exactly, that is revealed to the magi?

It's revealed that God loves all human beings, not just one kind.

It's revealed that God has a plan to save us from the dead end of sin and selfishness, and love us back from the brink of hatred, jealousy, and greed that threatens to destroy us.

It's revealed that God chose to do this through a small, humble and unassuming family from a poor neighborhood so that the poor and the rich could recognize the love at the heart of this world-transforming event.

It’s revealed that there were no outsiders at the Bethlehem crib. There was no racism. All were welcome. Jesus welcomed everyone -- the ox and the ass, the shepherds and magi, poor and rich, the Jews and Gentiles. He came for us all. He would reject no one, as he would accept the unique gifts of each.

Please note well in the Christmas mystery that it is not just the magi who are seekers. God is a seeker. We are sought by a God who has become one of us and who hunts us down with His love. In the Epiphany mystery, we need to allow ourselves to be found by the love of the Christ child.

Have a Blessed Epiphany Day.

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Church of the Holy Spirit

1355 Hatch Road, Webster, NY 14580 585.671.5520

www.ChurchofHolySpiritWebster.org email: pholyspi@dor.org

January 6, 2019 Epiphany of the Lord

Last week’s donations: $10,498 Christmas donations: $13,985

Total Attendance: 585

COFFEE FOR HOSPICE

Hospice homes are in need of coffee, as the coffee pot is brewing continuously throughout

the day and night. The Knights of Columbus are asking for donations of coffee to be distributed to neighboring Hospice Centers, including Shepard Home in Penfield and Comfort Care Home in Webster. During the weekends of January 12th, 19th and 26th, after all 3 Masses, you can drop off your donations in the gathering area. We’ll be accepting donations of canned coffee (regular and decaf only), K-cups, hot chocolate for the kids and boxes of tissues. As always, thank you for your generous support and God Bless!

Spiritual Retreat at Notre Dame Retreat House

Come on Retreat in 2019 at the Notre Dame Retreat House. "Our Spiritual Journey" will be the theme for 2019 Retreat Season starting January, 2019 thru October, 2019. Our Retreat Team will offer insights on our journey towards and with Christ. To make your reservation, please contact Roseanne Hazard at 585-872-5692 for the Women’s Retreat (September 13 - 15, 2019); Joe Sakmyster at 585-671-2651 for the Men’s Retreat (September 20 – 22, 2019) or Nancy Lynch at 585-394-5700 for either one.

Forget Your Tithe? Give Online!

Did you forget your checkbook or offertory envelope today? Don’t worry….we have you covered! You can make a one-time or recurring donation by visiting www.holyspiritwebster.org/give. It’s quick, easy, and convenient!

Bible Study with Fr. Jeff Chichester

Join Fr. Jeff for a five-week bible study starting on January 22. In this series Fr. Jeff will delve into a wholistic understanding of the bible, touching upon topics like the Bible's organization, it’s historical context, the canon, interpretation, and how to pray with Sacred Scripture. Meetings will take place on 5 consecutive Tuesdays beginning with January 22, from 7:00-8:30pm in Classroom Two. All are welcome!

Map o f Israel with symbols for Nazareth,

Bethlehem, and Jerusalem (Kaeden, age 3) from our CGS

program.

Annunciation working with Mary and Gabriel (Maeve, age 4) from our from our Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program.

Liturgical Assignments for January 13, 2019

Saturday 4:30 PM Sunday 8:30 AM Sunday 11:00 AM

Presider Fr. Jim Schwartz Fr. Jim Schwartz Fr. Jim Schwartz

Altar Servers David Lynch Emma Weaver Daniel Weaver

Gabriel Calcagno Jerry Marchand

Christopher Gress Cassidy Kress John Sheba

Communion Ministers

Sam Cappiello Joe Corona Roseanne Davie Jim Flanagan Diane Sullivan

Jamie Gudyka Jim Peters Jeff Rembold Joe Sakmyster Kevin Spacher

Joe Aschenbrenner David Geen Irene Geen Lori Klafehn Ron Maggio

Lectors Tom Hammond Chris Jagla

Joell Calcagno Mary Rembold

Mary Reardon Bernie Heroux

Greeters Tony Gramza Gary Hosenfeld

Christopher Rembold Mike Schifano Adam/Michaela Calcagno

Cecilia Samikkannu Kate/Bruce Hanson

Ushers

Joe Aschenbrenner Jim Flanagan Tony Costanza John Donato Ralph Dimmick Tony Gramza

Mike Schifano Joe DePaolis Richard Berardini Peter O’Meara Tom Gervasi Dirk Keymel Jim Britz

Angelo Magagnoli Phil Latulipe Joanne Andresky John Fallon Roger Hazard Bob Kress

Prayer table set by Kaeden (age 3) and some time with the empty manger, from our Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program.

filled with cream or chocolate and are decorated with a paper crown. There is normally a figure of a king (if you find that you can wear the crown) and a dried bean (if you find that you're meant to pay for the cake!). In Catalonia it's known as a Tortell or Gâteau des Rois and is stuffed with marzipan.

In France you might eat a 'Galette des Rois', a type of flat almond cake. It has a toy crown cooked inside it and is decorated on top with a gold paper crown.

There are similar traditions in Mexico where Epiphany is known as 'El Dia de los Reyes' (the day of The Three Kings). It's traditional to eat a special cake called 'Rosca de Reyes' (Three Kings Cake). A figure of Baby Jesus is hidden inside the cake. Whoever has the baby Jesus in their piece of cake is the 'Godparent' of Jesus for that year.

In Portugal, people take part in Epiphany carol singing known as the 'Janeiras' (January songs). On the Island of Maderia they're known as the 'Cantar os Reis' (singing the kings).

In Italy, some children get their presents on Epiphany instead of Christmas. They celebrate an old lady called 'Befana' who brings the gifts to them. Children put stockings up by the fireplace for Befana to fill.

In Austria and Germany, at Epiphany, some people write a special sign in chalk over their front door. It's a reminder of the Wise Men that visited the baby Jesus and is a request for Jesus to protect the house for the coming year.

In Belgium and Poland, children dress up as the three wise men and go from door to door to sing songs and people give them money or sweets, kind of like Trick or Treating on Halloween.

What does your family do to celebrate the feast of the Epiphany?

Source from CatholicNewsAgency.com and WhyChristmas.com

Epiphany Around the World

While Christmas ends for many people on Dec. 26, throughout Christian history Christmas lasts for twelve days – all the way until Jan. 6.

This feast marking the end of Christmas is called “Epiphany.” The feast focuses on the arrival of the Three Wise Men to Bethlehem, and Jesus’ revelation to all the people of the world.

Spain: on Epiphany morning you might go to the local bakers and buy a special cake/pastry called a 'Roscón' (meaning a ring-shaped roll). They are normally

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Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm Sunday: 8:30am and 11:00am Weekday: Monday - Friday 9:00am, Saturday 8:30am

Rosary: Weekdays at 8:30am, Sat. after 8:30am Mass, and Sunday before 8:30am Mass

Adoration Schedule Monday: 3:00 - 9:00pm, Our Mother of Perpetual Help

Devotion 8:00pm Tuesday: 9:30am - 9:00pm Wednesday: 9:30am - 4:00pm Thursday: 3:00 - 9:00pm Friday: 9:30am - 9:00pm, Divine Mercy Devotion 3:00pm

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Church of the Holy Spirit

Mass Intentions for the Week Monday 1/7 - Christmas Weekday 9:00am † Bob Farnand by Joanne, Sue & Mark † Vince Alonci by wife

Tuesday 1/8 - Christmas Weekday 9:00am † Imna Iocabelli by Vincenzo & MaryLou Porretta † Peggy Zornow by mom, dad, and family

Wednesday 1/9 -Christmas Weekday 9:00am † Jane Garbach by the Prayer Shawl Ministry † Carl Lamendola by family

Thursday 1/10 - Christmas Weekday 9:00am † Richard M Nevinskas by Sacristans † Ed Matuck by family

Friday 1/11 - Christmas Weekday 9:00am † Gary Greene by the Sullivans † Carl Lamendola by family

Saturday 1/12 - Christmas Weekday 8:30am † Richard M Nevinskas by Meg, Cristin & Kathy

Donaher

4:30pm † Luigi Valente by wife and family † Carl Lamendola by family

Sunday 1/13 - Baptism of the Lord 8:30am Richard M Nevinskas by Karen T Adams &

GraceAnn Culiano

11:00am † Patricia Flynn by family All the Parishioners of Holy Spirit