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THE EPIPHANY OFTHE LORD

January 7, 2018

MONDAY – January 8 – The Baptism of the LordIs 55:1-11; Mk 1:7-11 6:30 p.m. St. Vincent de Paul Meeting (342 N. Main Street) 7:00 p.m. Women’s Study Group: “Matthew: The King & His Kingdom”

TUESDAY – January 91 Sm 1:9-10; Mk 1:21-28 5:00-6:00 p.m. Holy Hour with Eucharistic Exposition/ Benediction & Confessions 6:30 p.m. Mass Intention: Living & Deceased of Anthony J. Maniaci Family

WEDNESDAY– January 101 Sm 3:1-10, 19-20; Mk 1:29-39 8:30 a.m. Mass Intention: †Paul Cade 5:00-5:45 p.m. Children’s Choir 7:00 p.m. Adult Choir 7:00 p.m. RCIA (Commons)

THURSDAY – January 111 Sm 4:1-11; Mk 1:40-45 8:30 a.m. Mass Intention: †Claire Ann Andres

FRIDAY – January 121 Sm 8:4-7, 10-22a; Mk 2:1-12 8:30 a.m. Mass Intention: †James Murry

SATURDAY – January 131 Sm 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1; Mk 2:13-17 9:00 a.m. Rosary 4:00-4:30 p.m. Confessions 5:00 p.m. Mass Intention: †Tom & Tommy Wilson

SUNDAY – January 14 –Second Sunday in Ordinary Time1 Sm 3:3b-10, 19; 1 Cor 6:13c-15a, 17-20; Jn 1:35-42Hospitality Sunday: Hosted by Spiritual Enrichment Commission 8:00 a.m. Mass Intention: Living & Deceased of Robert M. Boltz Family 9:15 a.m. PSR Classes: Preschool-Grade 7 & Confirmation 11:00 a.m. Mass Intention: St. Mary Parishioners 1:00 p.m. Spanish Mass 2:00-4:00 p.m. Baptism Class (Commons) 6:00 p.m. Choice Wine Program (Commons) 6:00 p.m. Life Teen

PRAYER REQUEST LINE: For a prayer request for the Prayer Line, please call Ellen Distel at 740-389-4551 or Dolores at the Parish Office at 740-382-2118 or email dolores@marionstmary.org.

~SERVERS~

This Weekend: January 6/7, 2018 5:00 p.m. Christian Smith, Brett Gubernath, Ben Wood 8:00 a.m. Caitlin Thiel, Nathan Thiel, Camryn Thiel 11:00 a.m. Ben Waldo, Luke Waldo, Grace Waldo 1:00 p.m. Ashley Alvarez, Andrea Tagle, Miguel Martinez

Next weekend: January 13/14 5:00 p.m. Nicholas Swartz, Dylan Baisden, Gavin Baisden 8:00 a.m. Nate Slemmons, Kelly Baer, Sam Baer 11:00 a.m. Dominic Aurigemma, Kasey McDaniel, Nicholas McDaniel 1:00 p.m. Andrea Tagle, Ashley Alvarez, Jesus R. Martinez

~LECTORS~

This Weekend: January 6/7, 2018 5:00 p.m. (I) Bob New (II) Pat Stevens 8:00 a.m. (I) Pat Baldinger (II) Melina Celestino 11:00 a.m. (I) Kevin Anderson (II) Fred Dutton 1:00 p.m. (I) Gabriela Flores (II) Jasmine Flores

Next Weekend: January 13/14 5:00 p.m. (I) Anthony Swartz (II) Becky Swartz 8:00 a.m. (I) Sharon Baldinger (II) Sharon Baldinger 11:00 a.m. (I) Dora Jean Mendoza (II) Joan Shoup 1:00 p.m. (I) Martha Esparza (II) Alma Mendez

COMMUNION HOSTS for this week are in loving memory of MARY ROSE RUBECK by members of St. Mary Spiritual Enrichment Commission.

SACRAMENTAL WINE provided by the Knights of Columbus.

Reminder for Visitation of the Sick: Please remember that due to privacy laws, hospitals no longer notify us when one of our parishioners has been admitted. Please notify the Parish Office if you or a loved one is ill or in the hospital by calling 740-382-2118. Thank you.

Healing Blanket Ministry: Healing Blanket Ministry continues its mission to sew blankets. Would you like to join us in this ministry? We will supply the material for you to sew. We ask those who give a blanket to a loved one, to please sign the blue binder with your name and the name of the person receiving it. We need more people to sew the blankets. Please contact Elaine Kelly at 740-389-1018.

THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD JANUARY 7, 2018

From the Pastor:Dear Friends in Christ,

The Gospel of today’s Mass presents a contrast between two different ways of reacting to the presence of Christ in our lives. King Herod recognizes Jesus as a threat to his status, privilege, plans, and power. So he works to find out how to destroy the Child, while pretending that he wants to adore Him. By contrast, the Wise Men, seeing the star, allow their plans to be interrupted. They set off on a journey of search and discovery, and when they finally find the Child they were seeking, they are overjoyed. We will not find the joy we seek until we are willing to set out on a journey of faith. If we look at this life as the goal and are never willing to be led by the light of the Word, we will end up like Herod.

I need to remind everyone that our parish routines and plans will be interrupted this week as work begins on the priests’ sacristy and altar area of the church. The interior of the church will look rather plain for several months as work continues. The very last item to return to the church will be the reredos. While work is going on, we will have a temporary tabernacle in place, so the Blessed Sacrament will still be in the church.

Sincerely Yours, in Christ, Fr. Thomas Buffer

Del Párroco:El Evangelio de la Misa de hoy presenta un contraste entre dos diferentes caminos de reacción a la presencia de Cristo en nuestras vidas. El Rey Herodes reconoce a Jesús como una amenaza a su estado, privilegio, planes, y poder. Entonces el trabaja para encontrar como destruir al Niño, mientras que pretende que quiere adorarlo. Por el contrario, los Hombres Magos, viendo la estrella, permiten que sus planes sean interrumpidos. Ellos partieron en un viaje para buscarlo y descubrirlo, y cuando encontraron al Niño finalmente, se regocijaron. Nosotros no encontraremos el regocijo que buscamos hasta que estemos dispuestos a preparar un viaje de Fe. Si es que miramos esta vida como una meta y no estamos dispuestos a guiarnos por la luz del Mundo, terminaremos como Herodes.

Necesito hacer recordar a cada uno que la rutina y los planes de nuestra parroquia será interrumpida esta semana mientras que el trabajo empieza en la sacristía del párroco y el area del altar de la iglesia. El interior de la iglesia se mirará un poco simple por varios meses mientras continúa el trabajo. Lo último que regrese a la iglesia serán los retablos. Mientras el trabajo va avanzando, tendremos un tabernáculo temporal puesto, así el Sagrado Sacramento seguirá en la iglesia.

Su hermano en CristoPadre Thomas Buffer

NURSERY: The nursery is available at the 11:00 a.m. Mass each Sunday. Looking for a rewarding way to acquire service hours for Confirmation? Think about helping in the nursery. Please call Angie at 419-834-5783 if you would like to help out.

St. Mary School NewsWednesday, January 10 – 8:30 a.m., School MassFor more information about enrollment, please call the school at 740-382-1607.

Parish School of ReligionReligious Education classes - Sundays at 9:15 a.m. Preschool through 7th grade 9:15-10:45 a.m., St. Mary Grade School (1st Floor)

2018 Classes: January 7, 14, 21 February 4, 11, (off for Presidents’ Day), 25Register on Sunday Morning – 1st floor, St. Mary Grade SchoolGlenna Celestino (glenna@marionstmary.org, 740-382-2262)

Christmas Flowers:In loving memory of George & Dee Lupica.(Donation made after deadline. Thank you)

Classes are held on Sundays from 9:15-10:45 a.m., in the Commons

2018 Classes: January 7, 14, 21February 4, 11, (off for Presidents Day), 25

Joe and Debbie Faber (faber3@thewavz.com, 740-360-1582) Mary Dutton (duttonmatter@aol.com, 740-361-0121)Glenna Celestino (glenna@marionstmary.org, 740-382-2262)

2017-2018 Team: Joe and Debbie Faber, Mary Dutton & Melina Celestino

CHILDREN’S CHOIR

The Children’s Choir meets to practice on Wednesdays, 5:00-5:45 p.m. in the choir loft. We are preparing to sing at the 11:00 a.m. Mass on February 4.

New members are always welcome!

Contact: Mrs. Kathleen Whitt, Children’s Choir Director at 740-262-0365.

ST. MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH MARION, OHIO

Woman in LoveMother Daughter Retreat

January 27/28, 2018Paradisus Dei for Mothers and 8-12 grade daughters.

“Delivering God’s Remarkable Good News about Sexuality.Shepherding young women on the path of purity, sexuality, and chastity is a sacred role entrusted to parents. Mothers, especially, yearn for effective strategies and answers. The Woman in Love Mother Daughter Retreat helps you deliver God’s remarkable good news about sexuality. Katie Hartfiel leads mothers and daughters (grades 8-12) on this journey that weaves engaging talks with powerful prayer and extraordinary fun to create an experience of a lifetime.”

Dates • January 27/28, 2018• Saturday, 9:30 a.m. through Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Mothers will

go home Saturday evening, the girls will spend the night with leaders.

Go to the following website to learn more about this retreat. http://paradisusdei.org/woman-in-love/

2018 January 7 6:00 p.m. 14 6:00 p.m. 21 NO Life Teen 28 6:00 p.m. February 4 6:00 p.m., Life Teen Super Bowl Party at the Starrs’ House (1235 Arbor Lane)

Happy New Year to all! Hey high school teens, if you have not been to Life Teen in a while or ever, you are welcome to come. We would love to see you at 6:00 p.m. in the Commons on most Sunday nights. Just show up. We feed you dinner every time! If you have any questions, you can call or text me at 740-223-8656. Peace and blessings of Jesus to you and your family. – Mark Starrs

March For Life Trip to DC - Join thousands to stand up for the unborn and to pray to end abortion. January 18-20. Depart Thursday at 1:00 p.m. and return Saturday at 8:00 a.m. Cost around $35.00, Only 10 spots available. You will only miss one day of school. Call or text Mark at 740-223-8656 to RSVP!

Please note:When making payment on your pledge to the “St. Mary Church Beautification Project,” please place in separate envelope and note on it “Beautification Project” to ensure it is properly allocated.

Thank you for your assistance in this matter.Vicki Moser, Financial Secretary

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISMIn order to understand and better appreciate this special sacrament, parents must attend a Pre-Baptismal Class. St. Mary offers this instruction four times a year on the second Sunday of the month from 2:00-4:30 p.m. in the Commons. Preregistration for the class is required.

Baptisms are celebrated on Sundays of the month immediately following the 11:00 a.m. Mass. Please call Glenna at the Office of Religious Education at 740-382-2262, to register or if you have any questions.

THE NEXT CLASS: January 14, 2018

EL SACRAMENTO DE BAUTISMOEl bautizo es el inicio de nuestra Vida Católica y es el sacramento más importante que recibimos. Si es que su niño es menor de 7 años, y desea bautizarlo, los padres y padrinos deben atender a una clase Pre-Bautismal. Nuestra Iglesia Santa María ofrece estas clases 4 veces al año.Para más información o si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor llamar a la Sra Evelyn (860)997-0627.

Next Baptism meeting in Spanish is Sunday, January 21, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. at The Commons.

Las próximas clases serán el Domingo, 21 de Enero, 2018 a las 2:30pm en la Casa Blanca (The Commons).

Attention, couples of St. Mary’s parish!

Whether you have been married for several years, a few months, or are engaged to be married soon, you are invited to join us for the Choice Wine Program.

Would you describe your marriage as superabundant? The Choice Wine program is where couples come together and (re)discover God’s beautiful plan for marriage. In this program, couples learn the 7 steps to a Superabundant Marriage. The program will begin on January 14, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. We will meet each Sunday for nine weeks in the Commons.

Registration began on December 31, 2017.

For more information, watch the bulletin, and or call Keith Adams at 740-387-7931 or 740-244-5406.

THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD JANUARY 7, 2018

Ask Jesus What He Wantsfrom You and Be Brave

– Pope Francis

If you want something you’ve never had, you have to do something you’ve never done. Are you ready to reignite your faith? Want to grow closer to Jesus, but you’re not sure how to do it? Want to get involved and meet other men and women of the parish? We have the solution for you!

Please save the dates to attend the upcoming Columbus Catholic Women’s and Men’s Conferences. Discounted pricing ends January 21, 2018.

Women’s Conference:February 17, 2018, from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

http://www.columbuscatholicwomen.com/

Men’s Conference: February 24, 2018, from 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

http://www.catholicmensministry.com/Ohio Expo Center – Cardinal Hall

National Migration Week is January 7-13This celebration coincides with Pope Francis’ Share the Journey Campaign, a global campaign to support migrants and refugees around the world. For a parish tool kit, visit https://justiceforimmigrants.org/take-action/national-migration-week. For Share the Journey resources, visit www.sharejourney.org.

Respect Life Mass – Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children – January 22 The annual Respect Life Mass will be Monday, January 22, 2018, 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Cathedral. Bishop Campbell will be the celebrant. On this day of the anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court decision Roe v. Wade, our diocese will join all dioceses of the United States in observing a Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children. All are invited. For more, visit www.usccb.org/prolife or contact Social Concerns at 614-241-2540.

Roe Remembrance at Ohio StatehouseGreater Columbus Right to Life will sponsor this event on Monday, January 22, noon to 1:00 p.m., at the Ohio Statehouse, following the 10:30 a.m. Respect Life Mass at St. Joseph Cathedral. The program will be held in the Statehouse Atrium. Please allow extra time for new Statehouse security measures. Stickers, signs, and weapons are not permitted inside. For additional information, visit www.gcrtl.org/roe.html.

Building a Culture of Life Conference: Respect Life, Bioethics, Leadership – January 26-27. Join us for an extraordinary two-day event featuring prominent pro-life speakers and offering resources to equip you to build a culture of life. St. Peter Church, 6899 Smoky Row Road, Columbus. Sponsored by the diocesan Office for Social Concerns, Marriage & Family Life Office, Greater Columbus Right to Life, and FEMM. One-day or two-day passes available. For a list of speakers and to register, visit www.gcrtl.org/lifeconference or call 614-241-2540.

WE SHOULD HAVE DONE THIS A LONG TIME AGO!That’s what you’ll be saying after a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend! The next weekend is February 16-18, 2018 in Central Ohio. Marriage Encounter is where married couples can get away from jobs, kids, chores, and phones and focus only on each other. For more information or to apply, contact Paul & Marilou Clouse at 614-834-6880 or visit our website at www.wwmecolumbus.org.