3050 ALTA DRIVE LAS VEGAS, NV 89107 Parish Office: 702-802-2300 Fax: 702-802-2301

Website: www.ollvchurch.org Email: ollvparish@ollv.org Parish App: myparishapp.com PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm (Closed for lunch 11:30am-12:30pm)

OLLV School: 702-802-2323

PASTORAL STAFF Served by Society of Christ Fathers

Rev. Gerald Grupczynski, SChr, Pastor Rev. Tomasz Ludwicki, SChr, Parochial Vicar

Dave Kowaleski, Director of Music

FAITH FORMATION Religious Education & Confirmation Liz Williams: 702-802-2362 lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com

RCIA

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Julia Dodson: 702-802-2300 jdodson@ollv.org

LIFE TEEN Marc Sayre: marcsayre@ollv.org

MASS TIMES

Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm Sunday: 6:30am, 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm Polish, 5:00pm, 6:30pm with Tagalog music Weekday: Monday - Friday 8:00am (Rosary before Mass at 7:25am) Civic & Holiday: Refer to parish bulletin Holy Days of Obligation: Refer to parish bulletin

RECONCILIATION (Confession)

Saturday: 3:30pm - 4:15pm

FIRST FRIDAY 7:30am: Sacrament of Reconciliation 8:00am: Mass (Eng.) / Adoration to follow 6:00pm: Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet 6:15pm: Sacrament of Reconciliation 7:00pm: Mass (Eng.) / Holy Hour to follow

FIRST SATURDAY 8:00am: Mass (Eng.)

DEVOTIONS St. Jude: Every Tuesday morning following the 8:00am Mass Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Every Wednesday morning after the 8:00am Mass

Our Lady of Las Vegas ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

- Faith, Family, Friends -

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On this second Sunday after Christmas and the first Sunday of the New Year, the Church celebrates the feast of the Epiphany. Traditionally, the Epiphany is celebrated on January 6. In many countries around the world, the Epiphany still is observed on January 6. In Eastern Christian traditions it is also observed as Christmas. In our country, the bishops decided to assign the observance of the Epiphany to the second Sunday after Christmas so that it would always be celebrated on Sunday instead of during the week. This would give the faithful a better opportunity to celebrate this important feast. What is the Epiphany and why is it so important? The word “epiphany” means “to reveal” or “to manifest”. In the Christian sense, the Epiphany means that God has revealed His Son

to the world and has manifested Him as the Savior and Light of the world. God has done this in a very special way through the light of a star and through some very mysterious visitors from the Far East. The Epiphany is often also referred to as the feast of the Three Kings or the Three Wise Men. The Gospel, according to St. Matthew, tells us that Magi from the East arrived in Jerusalem seeking a newly born king. Magi are, by definition, members of a hereditary priestly class among the ancient Medes and Persians. The light of a great star in the sky guided their arrival. Being well read and educated, the Magi understood the star’s appearance to signal the birth of a new king whose coming was foretold in the ancient scriptures. It is uncertain whether these mysterious visitors from the East were Kings or not. It is also unclear whether their number was only three; or even whether they were only men. The notion that the Magi were three in number comes from the three gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh, which, according to Matthew, they brought to the Child Jesus. The idea that the Magi were kings comes from the Prophet Isaiah and from Psalm 72, which states, “The Kings of Tarshish and the Isles shall offer gifts; the kings of Arabia and Seba shall bring tribute. All kings shall pay Him homage, all nations shall serve Him.” Even though our Christmas decorations show the arrival of the Magi at the manger, it is more likely that they arrived much later after Jesus’ birth. Matthew says, “on entering the house” the Magi saw the Child with His mother. Joseph certainly would have found better accommodations for his holy family. Also, because King Herod ordered the massacre of all young boys up to two years of age in the vicinity of Bethlehem, the Magi more than likely arrived later after the birth of Jesus. What is important about the Epiphany is that it is God’s manifestation of His Son to the entire world. The arrival of the Magi from the East indicates that God’s promised Messiah was not sent for only a selected few, but rather for all of His people. Christ has come into the world for the salvation of all people of all times and places. Jesus is indeed the universal King and all nations shall rightly give Him honor and praise. According to tradition, packets of incense and chalk are blessed on the feast of the Epiphany. The incense is a reminder of the gifts of the Magi. The chalk is used to mark the year and the initials of the Magi above the doorway of your home. C + M + B + 2018 This marking is a sign that your home is a Christian household and that you have the wisdom of the Three Wise Men, Caspar, Melchior and Balthazar, to follow the light of Christ and His Gospel every day of the year. It also stands for Christus Mansionem Benedicat, which is Latin for “Christ bless our home”. Please take a blessed packet of chalk and incense home with you. Follow the instructions on the packet and mark the doorposts of your home today. (We ask that you take only one packet per household so that there will be enough for everyone.) I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for making this Christmas the joyful celebration that it was. Thank you to all who showed so much kindness, generosity and love to Fr. Tom, the parish staff, and me with your many cards, gifts and baked goods. We very much appreciate you thinking of us during this wonderful time of the year. We promise to keep you all in our prayers and we hope that this New Year 2018 will be filled with God’s choicest blessings for you and your families!

Fr. Gerry

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Sanctuary Lamp Sponsorship

JANUARY 7 - 13, 2018

This week the Sanctuary Lamp is in memory

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Prayer Intentions of the Holy Father JANUARY 2018

Religious Minorities in Asia - That Christians, and other religious minorities in Asian countries, may be able to practice their faith in full freedom.

Catholic Mass for the Homebound - The Diocese offers a televised Mass for the home-bound each Sunday at 7:30am on KFBT Channel 33.1 Digital or Cox Cable Channel 6.

Relevant Radio - Now in Las Vegas, you can listen to Catholic radio 24-hours a day by tuning your radio to 970am / KNIH.

First Reading — You shall be radiant at what you see, your heart shall throb and overflow (Isaiah 60:1-6). Psalm — Lord, every nation on earth will adore you (Psalm 72). Second Reading — The Gentiles are copartners in the promise in Christ Jesus (Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6). Gospel — The magi were overjoyed at seeing the star (Matthew 2:1-12). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

TODAY’S READINGS

Saturday, January 6 - FIRST SATURDAY; Saint André Bessette 8:00am: Margo Turner 3:30pm: Confessions 4:30pm: †Leticia Meneses

Sunday, January 7 - The Epiphany of the Lord 6:30am: Parishioners of OLLV 8:00am: †Deceased Members of Pinderski Family 10:00am: †Angelo Gabriele Tenuta; †Lupita Lara 12:00pm: †Teta Haddad; †Thomas Cali 1:30pm: (Polish) †Leokadia Bosowski

5:00pm: †Tom Cali 6:30pm: †Rachelle Ann Lamug Monday, January 8 - The Baptism of the Lord 8:00am: For the Intentions of Walter & Marilyn Reed

Tuesday, January 9 8:00am: Maria Rebstock in Thanksgiving

Wednesday, January 10 8:00am: †Guadalupe Gonzales; †Coty Martinez

Thursday, January 11 8:00am: †Punch Martinez 9:15am: (School) †George Kielak

Friday, January 12 8:00am: †Tanny Iannone

Saturday, January 13 - St. Hilary; Blessed Virgin Mary 3:30pm: Confessions 4:30pm: †For the Intentions of Helga Romero

Sunday, January 14 - Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 6:30am: †Gerri Kellogg; †Elsie Kanana 8:00am: †Dorothy Trupiano 10:00am: For the Intentions of Wilfredo & Rey Ordinario 12:00pm: †Dorothy Trupiano; †Thomas Cali 1:30pm: (Polish) †Jan Schmit

5:00pm: †Joe A’Hearn 6:30pm: Margo Turner

MASS INTENTIONS

Lectionary - Contains the scripture readings for Mass. It is carried in the procession by the lector and placed on the ambo.

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Sunday Offering Totals DECEMBER 24, 2017

Sunday First Collection $15,498.25

DECEMBER 25, 2017 Christmas First Collection $35,205.00 Second Collection (Security) $ 2,891.00

DECEMBER 31, 2017

First Collection $16,013.25

JANUARY 1, 2018 First Collection $ 2,658.00 Parish Building Maintenance $ 715.00 Christmas Flowers $ 236.00

Thank you for your continued support!

Our Lady of Las Vegas’

Divine Mercy Prayer Group Worship Songs of Praise Fellowship

UPCOMING DATE MONDAY, JANUARY 8

6:30pm - 8:30pm in the Welcome Room of the Church

Come join us in prayer! “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” — Matthew 18:20

For more information, contact: Mary Diluciano at 702-485-9067

**Please allow 5 business days for processing.**

Today’s Date Parish ID# Last Name First Name Street Address City & Zip Code Phone #

Please Mail Will Pick Up

2017 DONATION RECEIPT The Parish Office is now accepting receipt requests for donations made by registered parishioners in 2017. Please complete the form below and place it in the collection basket during Mass, drop it off at the parish office, mail it or you can go to the parish website www.ollvchurch.org and click the Donation Receipt button. Requests cannot be made over the phone.

2017 Request for Donation Receipt

What do I do to make the Church a community where everyone feels welcomed and understood, everyone feels the mercy and love of God who renews life?

- Pope Francis, General Audience, May 29, 2013

Each of us can make our parish a more welcoming place to newcomers, persons with disabilities, and persons with special needs. Here are a few ideas: If you see a parent struggling with a child’s behavior,

offer a friendly smile, a sympathetic nod, or a helping hand.

If you see a person physically struggling to get in, hold open a door, scoot down in the pew, or offer to carry something.

If you see someone exhibiting unusual behavior, understand that it might be a sign of a disability. Embrace the person as a child of God and understand that each of us has different ways of receiving and communicating God’s love.

If you see someone who is disheveled or out of sorts, consider that he or she might be in dire straits. Act with compassion.

Some people may struggle to get to or sit through the Mass. Offer a ride, an open door, or simply acceptance and understanding.

A warm smile, a nod, or a small kindness can make all the difference.

“Amen I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.”

— Matthew 25:40

God is peace: let us ask him to help us to be peacemakers each day, in our life, in our families, in our cities and nations, in the whole world. Let us allow ourselves to be moved by God’s goodness. (12/25/13) - Pope Francis

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All parishioners are invited to participate in our newly formed Parish Pro-Life Ministry.

This important ministry will have a focus on prayer and also help promote and plan pro-life activities within our parish. As Pope John Paul II has reminded us: “Where life is involved, the service of charity must be profoundly consistent. It cannot tolerate bias and discrimination, for human life is sacred and inviolable at every stage and in every situation; it is an indivisible good” (The Gospel of Life, no. 87).

Fr. Gerry will be welcoming everyone to the first group meeting:

THURSDAY, JANUARY 11, 2018 6:30pm - 7:30pm

In the Welcome Room of the Church The meetings will continue every second Thursday of the month.

Who is the Blessed Virgin Mary? Why do we honor her?

What can we learn from her?

To have these questions answered, please come to this presentation on:

SUNDAY, JANUARY 14 11:00am - 12:30pm

In Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room

A Special Presentation with a Focus to examine the ways in which the three Persons of the Trinity relate to one another, how they relate to us, and what difference this makes to our lives, will take place on:

SUNDAY, JANUARY 21 11:00am - 12:30pm

In Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room

Two Special Presentations in January for all Parishioners — Both Facilitated by Ron Vallance —

THANKS to Our Lady of Las Vegas: a man who is homeless woke up hungry this morning and came to Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada for a hot, nutritious meal. Like the hundreds of men, women, children, veterans, and people with disabilities who were in line alongside him, he was not asked if he is Catholic. Instead, we asked if he was hungry.

On behalf of every person who comes to us in need of food, thank you for the kind gift of $500.00 from Our Lady of Las Vegas to our St. Vincent Lied Dining Facility.

SACRAMENTALS “are sacred signs which bear a resemblance to the sacraments. They signify effects, particularly of a spiritual nature, which are obtained through the intercession of the Church. By them, men are disposed to receive the chief effect of the sacraments, and various occasions in life are rendered holy” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, No. 1667).

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Our Lady of Las Vegas’ Next

Baptism Class For Parents & Godparents

THURSDAY, JANUARY 18 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

In the Welcome Room of the Church.

As a courtesy to the priest who is facilitating the class and other attendees, we ask that infants & children do not attend this class. Please call the parish office to register at 802-2300.

Partners for Life is a diocesan approved marriage preparation class that provides engaged couples the opportunity to explore, assess and evaluate their relationship in the context of a sacred, sacramental commitment.

The next marriage preparation class at Our Lady of Las Vegas will be:

Saturday, March 24, 2018

Cost: $195.00/couple Please contact the parish office at 802-2300 to register.

The following child was recently baptized into our faith:

Benedykt Antoni Ros

Robert Pozeg 01/14 Zeny & Fred Quimpe 01/14 Angie Calim Lim & Family 01/14 Eurlyne Torreliza & Family 01/14 Ezperansa Lopez & Family 01/14 Lucila Valdizno & Family 01/14 Mercy Abella & Family 01/14 Alberto Angeles 01/14 Orlando Nunez & Family 01/14 Aida Westbrook 01/14 Rey Ordinario & Family 01/14 Toots & Bob Parnel 01/14 Leinette Marasigan 01/14 Laureen & Donald Williams 01/14 Adelaida Bernal 01/14 Anna Maria Matuszak 01/14 Nancy Steiner 01/14

Veronica Reyes 01/14 Jesus Pama Jr. 01/14 Cheryl Ventenilla 01/14 Trish Bitwinski 01/14 Mikeala Belluomini 01/14 John McCauley 01/21 Linda McCauley 01/21 Jayne McCauley 01/21 Rosalie Cusimano 01/21 Rebecca Chambers 01/21 Steve & Jami Grant 01/21 Jamie Kimball 01/21 Margo Turner 01/21 Bill Mitchell 01/21 Chelsi & Kim Almeida 01/21 Mark & Ryan Gorman & Fam. 01/21 Jason & Sophia Ludwicki 01/21

Shannon Boyd 01/21 Sara Ayoub 01/21 Pat Webb 01/21 John P. Gerlak Jr. 01/21 Joventino Cortez 01/21 Jane D. Ward 01/21 Michelle Weyler 01/21 John Slusarczyk 01/21 Alessandra Cerro 01/21 Doran Family 01/21 Sharon Miller 01/21 Aragon Family 01/21 Tonnie Blea & Family 01/21 Arnold Family 01/21 Marjorie Martinez & Family 01/21 John & Val Maea 01/21 Eliana Alderete 01/21

Pam Watts & Family 01/21 Mark 01/21 Barbara Bonak 01/21 Cristina Drost 01/21 Meg Lee 01/21 Rosa Soto Sanchez 02/11 Vester & Mary King Shultz 02/11 Kay, Mary & Doug Schmitz 02/11 John Blas 02/11 Jean Hill 02/11 Jace Talbot 02/11 Debbie Ingram 02/11 Ara Saroonzadek 02/11

PLEASE PRAY for THOSE WHO ARE ILL If you have the sick person’s permission, you may request that their name be printed in the bulletin for prayers. This is strictly for the sick only. Their name will remain for four consecutive Sundays. If a longer period of time is needed, please contact the parish office. (The date next to the name is the date their name will be removed)

Please be mindful of not shaking others’ hands for the Sign of Peace when you are sick and could pass on germs, especially during flu season. No one is obligated to shake hands at the sign of peace. As an alternative to shaking hands, you may simply bow to those around you and say, “Peace be with you.” If your fellow parishioners decide upon this option, do not be offended, as it is merely for sanitary concerns and is not personal.

You may want to also consider not taking the Blood of Christ while you are sick.

All kings shall pay him homage, all nations shall serve him. - Psalm 72:11

What to do with that tattered scapular or broken rosary? Catholic tradition holds that when a material sacramental becomes so worn out that it can no longer be used as a sacramental, it should be disposed of in a becoming manner and not merely tossed into the trash. Catholic custom is to burn those things that can be burned — for example, rosaries, Bibles, prayer books. For items that cannot be burned — a statue, for instance — they should be buried. — www.osv.com

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Bishop Gorman High School PLACEMENT EXAM

Find out what a Bishop Gorman education can mean for your child.

Current 8th grade students interested in applying to Bishop Gorman High School for Fall 2018 are invited to take our placement exam scheduled for:

SATURDAY, JANUARY 20 8:00am check-in

Prospective students that take the placement exam by January 20 are included in our first pool of applicants considered for admission. Additionally, applicants active in their Catholic parish receive priority admission consideration.

PRE-REGISTER for the exam by following the link on the homepage of our website: www.bishopgorman.org or register on-site the day of exam

The $50 application fee covers the cost of the exam. If you have further questions, please contact our Admissions Department at:

702-476-4060 or admissions@bishopgorman.org

The U.S. Bishops’ Annual Novena, 9 Days for Life, takes place:

THURSDAY, JANUARY 18 through

FRIDAY, JANUARY 26

Pray for the respect and protection of all human life with new intentions, brief reflections, and more each day. Download the novena online, or participate through Facebook, email, text message or an app. Join at www.9daysforlife.com!

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Coordinator: Liz Williams 3046 Alta Drive Las Vegas, NV 89107

Phone: 702-802-2362 Email: lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com

Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:30am - 2:30pm; Tuesday 1:00pm - 2:30pm; Friday CLOSED

All Religious Education & Confirmation classes are held on the OLLV School Campus. Contact the Religious Education & Confirmation Office if you have any questions regarding these programs.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONFIRMATION - I CONFIRMATION - II Wednesday, January 10 Class: 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Sunday, January 7 Mass: 5:00pm

Life Teen: 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Wednesday, January 17 Class: 5:45pm - 7:30pm

Wednesday, January 17 Class: 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Wednesday, January 10 Class: 5:45pm - 7:30pm Confirmation Name Due Youth Rally Forms Due

Saturday, February 3 Youth Rally @ Bishop Gorman H.S.

(Attendance Required)

Wednesday, January 24 Class: 5:45pm - 7:15pm

1st Penance for all children receiving FHC this year

Sunday, January 14 Mass: 5:00pm

Life Teen: 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Wednesday, February 7 Class: 5:45pm - 7:30pm

A full schedule can be found at www.ollvchurch.org | Click on Faith Formation | Click on Documents

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (((RCIARCIARCIA) ) ) Coordinator: Julia Dodson

3050 Alta Drive | Las Vegas, NV 89107 Phone: 702-802-2300 Email: jdodson@ollv.org

2017-2018 Schedule A full schedule can be found at www.ollvchurch.org

Click on Faith Formation | Click on Becoming Catholic (RCIA) | Under Documents, click on Schedule

Wednesday, January 10 Class: 6:00pm - 8:00pm McFarland Room

TBA

Sunday, January 14 Make-up class - “Mary” after Mass

Mass: 10:00am Attend as a group

Wednesday, January 17 Class: 6:00pm - 8:00pm McFarland Room

Ron The Precepts of the Church The Beatitudes The Fruits of the Holy Spirit

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Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic School 3046 Alta Drive Las Vegas, NV 89107

Phone: 702-802-2323 Fax: 702-802-2324 School Website: www.ollvschool.org Principal: Phyllis Joyce Vice-Principal: Monica Futryk

OLLV Life Teen - 6:15pm - 7:45pm For more information contact Marc Sayre: marcsayre@ollv.org

Sunday, January 7 Life Night: “Complete Guide to Human Happiness” Week 1: “We’re Waiting for You” (McFarland Room)

Sunday, January 14 Life Night: “Complete Guide to Human Happiness” Week 2: “New & Improved: God’s Law”

Sunday, January 21 Life Night: “Complete Guide to Human Happiness” Week 3: “Church Authority”

Sunday, January 28 Social Night

Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic School prepares students to become Catholic leaders of the 21st Century. Find out more about our wonderful faith formation, academic excellence and progressive learning opportunities.

PROGRAM: Fully Accredited, Pre-K - 8th Grade, Student Centered, Technology Driven, Family Oriented, Community Focused, Globally Engaged CURRICULAR ENRICHMENT: School Masses, Sports Programs, Leadership Opportunities, Community Service, Visual Arts, Children’s Choir, Band & Orchestra, Field Trips, Science Fair, Chess Club SERVICES: Chapel on School Grounds, Bevan Hall, Before & After-School Care, Hot Lunch, Student Success Teams, Sports Field & Gymnasium, Science Lab, Two Technology Labs, Library, Daily Broadcast, Flat Screen TV & Interactive White-Boards in each classroom

Monday, January 8 • School Resumes • Girls’ Basketball Practice

Tuesday, January 9 • Girls’ Basketball Practice

Wednesday, January 10 • Girls’ Basketball Practice

Thursday, January 11 • 8th Grade Class Pictures • School Mass: 9:15am • Girls’ Basketball Practice

Friday, January 12 • Mid Trimester • Girls’ Basketball Practice

PARKING LOT SAFETY PARKING LOT SAFETY PARKING LOT SAFETY --- The parish and school staff would like to emphasize that SAFETY is always a top priority. Please be mindful of your speed and parking lot courtesy when entering and exiting. We strive to avoid safety hazards to our students, parents, parishioners and staff. Thank you.

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To read the Bible is not enough; it is just as important to understand it. As to living it - that is accomplished in and through us by the Holy Spirit.

Open Invitation to All Parishioners — By Ron Vallance —

GENESIS AND

SALVATION HISTORY

We will meet every TUESDAY for 5 weeks beginning TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 7:00pm - 8:15pm, in the Welcome Room of the Church.

Bring Your Bibles!