BAPTISM OF CHILDREN Parents are asked to call the rectory on Tuesdays, 9:00am-11:45am, at least four months in advance to make arrangements. MARRIAGE Please call the rectory one year in advance to begin process. Please contact the church before setting a wedding date with a reception hall. SWEET 15 & 16 BLESSINGS Please call the rectory one year in advance to make arrangements. Please contact the church before setting a date with a reception hall. MINISTRY TO THE SICK Please call the rectory to alert us when a member of our parish is hospitalized or confined at home.

The Catholic Community of

Saint Paul LA IGLESIA CATÓLICA DE SAN PABLO 1010 West Fourth Street Wilmington, DE 19805

Tel: 302-655-6596 Fax: 302-655-7684

Website: www.stpaulchurchde.org

Visit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/StPaulWilmington

MISAS / MASSES Sábado por la tarde / Saturday evening:

5:00 p.m. English (Chapel) / Inglés (Capilla) 6:30 p.m. Spanish (Chapel) / Español (Capilla)

Domingo / Sunday:

9:00 a.m. English (Church) / Inglés (Iglesia) 10:30 a.m. Spanish (Church) / Español (Iglesia) 7:00 p.m. Spanish (Church) / Español (Iglesia)

Martes a Viernes / Tuesday - Friday:

6:30 p.m. Spanish (Chapel) / Español (Capilla)

Misa por los Enfermos / Mass for the Sick Último martes del mes a las 7:00 p.m. en la Capilla

HORA SANTA

Tercer jueves 7:00 p.m. (Capilla) NO hay Misa.

RECONCILIATION/CONFESIONES Saturday/Sábado: 4:00 - 4:45p.m. Chapel (Capilla)

Wednesday/Miércoles: 5:30 - 6:15p.m. Chapel (Capilla) Or by appointment at rectory (o por cita en la rectoría)

CÍRCULO DE ORACIÓN

Martes:7:00pm (Salón Roberto Clemente)

BAUTISMO DE NIÑOS Los padres tienen que llamar a la rectoría, los martes de 9:00am a 11:45pm, al menos con cuatro meses de anti-cipación para hacer los arreglos. MATRIMONIO Favor de llamar a la rectoría con un año de anticipación para empezar el proceso. Hay que contactar la iglesia antes de reservar un hall para la recepción. QUINCEAÑERAS Favor de llamar a la rectoría con un año de anticipación para hacer los arreglos. Hay que contactar la iglesia antes de reservar un hall para la recepción. MINISTERIO AL CUIDADO DE LOS ENFERMOS Favor de avisarnos cuando un miembro de la parroquia esté en el hospital o enfermo en casa.

PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Rodolfo Ramón Cabrera, O.F.M., Pastor Rev. Paul Breslin, O.F.M., Parochial Vicar Deacon Angel Rivera PARISH SECRETARY: Mrs. Sandra Toala RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Carmen Silva, carmenst paulchurch@gmail.com St. Vincent de Paul Society Telephone: 302-576-4130 http://www.sphelp.us St. Paul’s Outreach / Food Pantry Telephone: 302-655-4730

Office Hours (Horas de Oficina) Monday - Thursday (Lunes - Jueves)

9:00 a.m. - 11:45a.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Diocesan Hispanic Ministry Office

Rev. Carlos Ochoa E-Mail: aahar@holy angels.net

Telephone: 302-731-2436

THIRD SUNDAY OF

ORDINARY TIME

TERCER DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO

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THIRD SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME JANUARY 20-21, 2018

TERCER DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO 20-21 DE ENERO DE 2018

El Santo Evangelio según San Marcos (Mc 1, 14-20) Después de que arrestaron a Juan el Bautista, Jesús se fue a Galilea para predicar el Evan-gelio de Dios y decía: "Se ha cumplido el tiempo y el Reino de Dios ya está cerca. Arrepién-tanse y crean en el Evangelio". Caminaba Jesús por la orilla del lago de Galilea, cuando vio a Simón y a su hermano, Andrés, echando las redes en el lago, pues eran pescadores. Je-sús les dijo: "Síganme y haré de ustedes pescadores de hombres". Inmediatamente dejaron las redes y lo siguieron. Un poco más adelante, vio a Santiago y a Juan, hijos de Zebedeo, que estaban en una barca, remendando sus redes. Los llamó, y ellos, dejando en la barca a su padre con los trabajadores, se fueron con Jesús. Palabra del Señor

Reflexión

En este tercer domingo del “Tiempo Ordinario” la Iglesia nos invita a convertirnos y, con Je-sús, nos dice: “Conviértanse y crean en la Buena Nueva”. Invitación que nos permite refle-xionar en la gran importancia que tiene corregir y mejorar todo lo que sea necesario en nuestras vidas. Porque todas las acciones y actitudes humanas conectan con lo que Dios desea y espera de nosotros, sobre nosotros y con la vocación a escuchar a Jesús, seguirlo en todo y para todo, y proclamarlo tal como lo hicieron los primeros discípulos, y como lo han hecho y procuramos hacerlo millones de personas. Hoy es la oportunidad de encontrar a Dios en Jesucristo; ahora es el momento de nuestra vida en la que podemos decidir si viviremos una eternidad feliz o desgraciada; ahora es el tiempo que Dios nos proporciona para encontrarnos con Él, vivir como hijos suyos y hacer que los acontecimientos cotidianos tengan la marca divina que Jesucristo con su vida les ha impreso. Nuestra vida más o menos larga en el tiempo, será siempre corta, pues como dice el apóstol San Pablo:” la apariencia de este mundo pasa”. Lo que luego nos espera será una eternidad con Dios y con sus fieles en vida y felicidad plenas, o lejos de Dios (con los infie-les) en vida e infelicidad total. Tan solo quince días atrás concluimos las Fiestas Navideñas y ya nos prepararemos pronto para la celebración de la “Semana Mayor”. Debemos entender que las horas, los días, los meses y los años, no son para malgastarlos, ni para aposentarse y pasarlos sin pena ni glo-ria con un “vivir estéril”. Sino son para vivir aquí y ahora lo que Jesús ha proclamado en los Evangelios: vivir en Dios, “amándolo sobre todas las cosas de este mundo y a todos como a nosotros mismos”. Entonces con quienes han amado así, como María la Madre de Dios y Madre nuestra, los santos y los que han sido fieles hasta el fin de la vida terrenal, trabaje-mos juntos por la salvación de todos, siendo otros “pescadores de hombres y mujeres para el Reino de Dios” y así no solo compartiremos con otros nuestra fe en Jesus Salvador, sino también la vida eterna.. Paz y bien. Padre Rodolfo

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The Holy Gospel According to St Mark (Mk 1:14-20) After John had been arrested, Jesus came to Galilee proclaiming the gospel of God: "This is the time of fulfillment. The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel." As he passed by the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting their nets into the sea; they were fishermen. Jesus said to them, "Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men." Then they abandoned their nets and followed him. He walked along a little farther and saw James, the son of Zebedee, and his brother John. They too were in a boat mending their nets. Then he called them. So they left their father Zebedee in the boat along with the hired men and followed him. The Gospel of the Lord.

Reflection

On this third Sunday of "Ordinary Time" the Church invites us to conversion As Jesus, tells us: "Convert and believe in the Good News." This invitation allows us to reflect on the great importance of correcting and improving everything that is necessary in our lives. Because all human actions and attitudes connect with what God wants and expects from us, about us and with the vocation to listen to Jesus, follow him in everything and for everything, and proclaim him as the first disciples did, and as they have done it, we too can reach out to millions of people. Today is the opportunity to find God in Jesus Christ; now is the moment of our life in which we can decide if we will live a happy or miserable eternity; now is the time that God gives us to meet him, to live as his children and to live daily events that place the divine mark that Jesus Christ with his life sealed on us. Our life more or less long in time, will always be short, because as the Apostle Paul says: "the appearance of this world passes". What then awaits us will be an eternity with God and with his faithful in full life and happiness, or far away from God (and instead with the infidels) in life and total unhappiness. Only fifteen days ago we concluded the Christmas Holidays, and we will prepare soon for the celebration of the "Holy Week". We must understand that the hours, the days, the months and the years, are not to waste them, nor to settle down and pass them without pity nor glory with a "sterile living". But they are to live here and now what Jesus has proclaimed in the Gospel: to live in God, "loving him above all things in this world and to everyone as ourselves". Then with those who have loved this way, like Mary the Mother of God and our Mother, the saints and those who have been faithful until the end of earthly life, let us work together for the salvation of all, being other "fishermen of men and women for the Kingdom of God "and so we will not only share with others our faith in Jesus Savior, but also eternal life. Paz y bien. Fray Rodolfo

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ST. ELIZABETH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

Lower School Open House will be held on the

following 3 days:

January 28th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. January 29th from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. January 31st from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Rachel’s Vineyard Catholic Retreat for post-abortion healing will be held at Jesus House,

Wilmington, DE April 6-8. The retreat weekend is a beautiful opportunity for any

person who has struggled with the emotional or spiritual pain of abortion to heal. For more information contact Nan Freeman at 302-307-

6130 or visit rachelsvineyard.org

TWILIGHT RETREAT FOR PROFESSIONAL YOUNG WOMEN

The Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia are sponsoring an evening of prayer on Sunday, February 18, 2018, from 3 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. for young professional women (ages 18-35) to be held at Our Lady of Angels Convent, 609 S. Convent Road in Aston, Pennsylvania (near Neumann University). The theme is St. Francis of Assisi and the San Damiano Crucifix. A light dinner will be provided. There is no fee for this event. Reservations need to be made by February 11, 2018 with Sr. Christopher Marie Wagner, OSF, at (610) 558-6789 or cwagner@osfphila.org. Bring a friend and have a relaxing, prayerful evening. A future Twilight Retreat is scheduled for April 8, 2018.

PART-TIME ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK

The Catholic Diocese of Wilmington is seeking a Part-time Accounts Payable Clerk to work up to two days per week (flexible schedule) to process payments for vendors for the Delaware Energy Assistance Program. Qualified candidates will have the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, management, clients and the public in a courteous and professional manner and the knowledge of the use of modern office equipment. Responsibilities include: • Enters invoices into accounting system • Processes check requests, garnishments and tax payments • Process check requests one day a week for each company • Prepare journal entries • Handle petty cash and postage fund • Maintain files of paid invoices • Reviews accounts payable aged report monthly • Act as a notary public • Act as telephone relief for receptionist as needed • Performs miscellaneous clerical and

finance office functions Qualifications • Associates Degree in accounting or

comparable degree from a recognized business program

• One or more years of experience in general bookkeeping. A combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

• Knowledge of the fundamentals of computerized accounting software Knowledge of the use of modern office equipment

For more information see our posting at https://jobs.delawareonline.com or a

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MARRIAGE MOMENTS

A common complaint among couples is, "You're not listening to me." When is listening hard for you? If you're busy or tired, ask for a better time. Is there a conversation you've been avoiding? .

Los Caballeros de Colón de la Iglesia San Pablo estarán auspiciando tres cenas de pescado durante la Cuaresma. Las mismas se llevarán a cabo los viernes, 23 de febrero, 9 de marzo y 23 de marzo de 4:30pm a 6:30 pm en el sótano de la Iglesia. El costo es $8 por persona. Los esperamos. The Saint Paul Kof C Council will sponsor three Fish Fry Dinners during lent. They will take place on Fridays, February 23, March 9, and March 23 in the Church Hall. The cost is $8.

From the Office of Priestly and Religious

Vocations, Diocese of Wilmington Jonah did not answer God's call quickly; he wasn't interested in the mission God had for him. Sometimes the attraction of various career opportunities keeps us from being interested in hearing and responding to God's call. Is the Lord calling you to priesthood or to religious life? What could be more satisfying or fulfilling than taking on a mission from God? Call or write Father Norm Carroll, Diocesan Director of Priestly and Religious Vocations (302-573-3113 or vocations@cdow.org). Be sure to visit our website: www.cdow.org/vocations!

Listen to Catholic Forum every Sunday morning at 10:05 a.m. on WDEL 101.7 FM, 1150 AM and www.wdel.com. Next Sunday, January 28th, Ms. Jennifer Briemann from the Maryland Catholic Conference, and Fr. Leonard Klein, Director of Pro Life Activities for the Diocese of Wilmington, will discuss physician assisted suicide. For photos, information regarding upcoming guests, podcasts and more, “Like” Catholic Forum on Facebook at www.facebook.com/catholicforum. Listen to past episodes of Catholic Forum online at cdow.org/communications, or search “Catholic Forum” on Apple Podcasts or iHeartRadio podcasts. .

SCHEDULE OF BAPTISM CLASSES

HORARIOS DE CLASES BAUTISMALES Please call the rectory on Tuesdays, 9:00am-11:45am, to make arrangements before you go to the class. (Por favor, llame a la rectoría los martes de 9:00am a 11:45am para registrarse, antes de ir a la clase.) Thank you. (Gracias.)

Saturday, February 3, 2018 (sábado, 3 de febrero de 2018) 10:00 a.m. (Spanish-Español)

Tuesday, February 13, 2018

(martes, 13 de febrero de 2018) 7:00pm (English-Inglés)

PARENTING POINTERS Talk with your child about the value of life no matter how young or how old. Perhaps donate baby items to a center.

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SAINT PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH IN WILMINGTON, DE

WILL SPONSOR A DRAWING OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: 04/01/2018 Parrilla de Barbacoa / Outdoor Grill 05/06/2018 Sistema de sonido / Sound System 06/03/2018 Aire Acondicionado / AC 07/01/2018 Congelador / Freezer 08/05/2018 Computadora / Computer 09/02/2018 Microonda / Microwave 10/07/2018 Aspiradora / Vacuum Cleaner 11/04/2018 Chimenea Eléctrica / Electric Fireplace 12/02/2018 TV de Pantalla Plana / Flat Screen TV 01/06/2019 Tableta Inteligente / Smart Tablet 02/03/2019 Lavadora / Washer 03/03/2019 Sillón Reclinable / Recliner Usted tendrá la oportunidad de participar durante los 12 meses. Aunque su boleto

salga ganador, el mismo vuelve a entrar en el sorteo para los próximos meses. Cualquier duda o pregunta puede contactarse a la

Rectoría de San Pablo 302-655-6596. Será a beneficio de gastos y reparaciones de nuestra Iglesia.

You will have the opportunity to participate during the 12 months. Even if your ticket is a

winner, it will re-enter the drawing for the following months. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Saint Paul Rectory at 302-655-6596.

Profits will benefit expenses and repairs of our Church.

$10.00 por boleto

Saturday (1/20) 5:00p +Conchita Rivera 6:30p +Jacqueline Rodríguez

Sunday (1/21) 9:00a St. Paul’s Parishioners 10:30a +Felix Guerrero 7:00p Feligreses de San Pablo

Wednesday (1/24)

6:30p Feligreses de San Pablo

Saturday (1/27) 5:00p St. Paul’s Parishioners 6:30p Feligreses de San Pablo

Sunday (1/28) 9:00a St. Paul’s Parishioners 10:30a Feligreses de San Pablo 7:00p Feligreses de San Pablo

January 6-7, 2018 Offerings

Amount Needed First Collection $3,500.00 Actual Collection $2,226.00 Amount Under $1,274.00 Maintenance $807.00 Christmas $130.00 Poor Box $97.00 Votive Lights $112.00

PLEASE MAKE YOUR DONATION COUNT Please become a registered parishioner. Being a registered parishioner will help St. Paul’s and help you in many ways. For example, many people ask for parish letters for immigration or taxes. In order for us to write such a letter you need to be a regis-tered parishioner. This information is private and it is share with others only if you request it. There is a short parishioner registration form at the end. Please fill one out.

TU DONACIÓN CUENTA

Por favor sea un feligrés registrado. El ser un feli-grés registrado ayuda a la Iglesia y se ayuda usted mismo. Si necesita alguna carta para inmigración, documentos legales, prueba de dirección, para en-trar en escuela católica y recibir la cuota baja o para propósitos de impuestos, debe estar registrado para poder recibir dicha carta. Esta información es priva-da y la compartimos solo si usted nos da la autoriza-ción. Encontrará un formulario pequeño al final de esta nota. Llene el formulario y sea parte de la fami-lia de la Iglesia San Pablo.

Saint Paul Parishioner’s Registration Short Form Formulario pequeño para ser miembro de San Pablo

First & Last Name: _____________________________ (Nombre y Apellido) Address: ___________________________________ (Dirección) ______________________________________ Phone #: _____________________________________ (Número de teléfono)

Sandra will call for more information (Sandra los llamará por más información)

766400 St. Paul 1010 W. 4th. Street Wilmington, DE 19805-3602 302-655-6596 Contact: Sandra Toala Software: Win 7 Publisher 2013 Adobe XI Date of Publication: 01/21/2018 Transmission Time: Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. Special Instructions: