St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church
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St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church
ST. JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC CHURCH & SCHOOL As a diverse Catholic community, we joyfully worship God, celebrate fellowship and care for our neighbor with steadfast faith, confident hope and passionate love. ALIVE IN THE SPIRIT OF CHRIST! 370 SW 3rd St. • Boca Raton • FL 33432 561.392.0007 • 561.392.0074 Fax www.stjoan.org Msgr. Michael D. McGraw • Pastor Fr. Jimmy B. Hababag • Parochial Vicar Fr. Tomasz Bochnak • Parochial Vicar Fr. Vincent Byaruhanga • In Residence Fr. Carlo DiNatale-Tarasi • Assisting Deacon Bill Watzek Deacon Michael Zatarga Deacon Sam J. Barbaro Deacon Matthew Busch • Transitional Deacon Parish Office Hours Monday-Thursday 8:30am to 7:30pm Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm Saturday 9:30am to 2:30pm School Office Hours 561.392.7974 • 561.368.6671 Fax Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm Mass Schedules Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm, 6:30pm(Spanish) Sunday: 7:00am, 8:00am, 9:15am, 10:45am, 12:15pm & 5:00pm Monday-Friday: 6:45am & 8:15am Saturday mornings: 8:15am Eve of Holy Days: 6:00pm Holy Days: 6:45am, 8:15am, 9:15am, & 12:15pm Holidays: Only one Mass at 9:00am The Epiphany of the Lord “Then they opened their treasures and offered Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.” Isaiah 60:1-6 Psalm 72:1-2,7-8, 10-13 Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6 Matthew 2:1-12 The feast of the Epiphany marks the end of Christmas but it is also the first time the Son of God revealed himself in His humanity to the whole world as represented by the 3 Magi from the east, who prostrated themselves and offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh (Gospel). By His Incarnation, Jesus also fulfilled the promise made of old foretelling the glory of the Lord finally downing upon Jerusalem, thus dispelling the darkness that once covered the earth, manifesting in effect His glory far and wide, and heralding the praises of the Lord (First Reading). St. Paul asserted that this mystery had been revealed to him by the Spirit for the benefit of the early Christians: that the Gentiles are coheirs, members of the same body, and copartners in the promise in Christ Jesus through the Gospel (Second Reading) thus highlighting the universality of God’s Love. Baptisms And it is this same Spirit that was revealed to me through His healing power and God’s transformative Love. For it is precisely when I am weak, sick and low that I am strong with the strength of my Lord that continues to sustain me. For no amount of pain, worries or discomforts could indeed dampen my missionary spirit from serving and sharing with you His tremendous blessings. Sunday (English): 1:30pm 1st Saturday (Bilingual): 12 noon 3rd Saturday (Spanish): 12 noon Indeed, today’s feast challenges us all to be the guiding star/light so that we too could lead others to Jesus and experience His creative Love like the rain that falls on the mown grass, like showers that water the earth till the moon be no more! (Psalm) Confessions Saturday: 3:15-4pm & 5:30-6:15pm Like us on JANUARY 5, 2014 Wishing you all a Healthy and Grace-filled New Year! Fr. Jimmy B. Hababag YOUR CATHOLIC COMMUNITY IN DOWNTOWN BOCA RATON PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS Father, you call each one of us by name and ask us to follow you. Diocese of Palm Beach Office of Vocations www.diocesepb.org/vocations January 5, 2014 The Epiphany of The Lord Bless your Church by raising up dedicated leaders from our families and friends in the Diocese of Palm Beach, who will generously serve your people as sisters, brothers, deacons, and priests. Inspire us as we grow to know you, and open our hearts to hear your call. We ask this in the name of Jesus, Our Lord. Amen. MASSES FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 6, 2014 MONDAY, JANUARY 6 INDEX PG. 3 - Pastor´s Message: The Promise of Renewal PG. 4 - Wish List - Weekly Treasure - Parish Directory PG. 5 - St. Joan of arc’s 2013 Christmas concert PG. 6 - SJA's Breakfast with Santa PG. 7 - All Aboard The Polar Express PG 8 - The Epiphany of Our Lord PG. 9 - Fr. Randall’S Book Club 2014 - The Return of the Prodigal Son PG. 10 - Religious Education PG. 11 - Women of Grace Study - Catholic Charities - Sunday Readings PG 12 - Pray for the Sick - Deceased - Overseas in the US Armed Forces - The Arc-Angel Society PG. 13 - S.J.A. Ministries & Support PG. 14 - Around our Diocese PG. 15-16 - Ministerio Hispano Dear Parishioners & Friends, When coming to Mass, please note that additional Parking is available across the street at Temple Beth El. Thank you very much. 6:45am Deacon Frank Clifford 8:15am Mary Louise Coates by The Odierna Family TUESDAY, JANUARY 7 6:45am Deacon Hank Seppanen 8:15am Alice Childerhouse by Frances & Desmond Toner WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8 6:45am Deacon Michael Zatarga 8:15am Yolanda Miret by Alba & Maria THURSDAY, JANUARY 9 6:45am St. Joan of Arc Parishioners 8:15am Henry Farrell by Helene Farrell (mother) FRIDAY, JANUARY 10 6:45am St. Joan of Arc Parishioners 8:15am Fr. Savaia SATURDAY, JANUARY 11 BULLETIN EDITOR: PATTY DELANEY *Please email Bulletin materials to: [email protected] *We reserve the right to edit and publish such materials at our discretion 2 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l JANUARY 5 8:15am Jeremiah Blu Dori Derrigan 4:30pm Ronald Klipsic by Gail, Tim & Melissa Edward McSherry by Jo-Ann & Lud 6:30pm Alberto & Maria del Rosario SUNDAY, JANUARY 12 7:00am Theresa Porpora by The Family 8:00am Lucy Cuomo by Dave & Diane Salerno Steve Schnellenberger by Mom & Dad 9:15am Yolanda Miret by David & Marge Dunn Chris Burndt by Mark & Eileen Duffy 10:45am August Siebert by The Allen Family Carmelina Prioriello by Husband & Daughter 12:15pm Louis & Lilian & Edward Scarpetti by Donna & Rizzo Kathleen De Woody by Rick & Rosa Reyes 5:00pm Marie Barbagallo by Christine Roman Anthony Curcio by Tina & Trace Walter PASTOR´S MESSAGE THE PROMISE OF RENEWAL E ach year when we celebrate New Years it is a powerful reminder to us that God is always making things new. We are not fated to a mindless repetition of the past but are caught up in the creative and ever-new that is characteristic of God's love. The challenge for us as individual Christians and as members of God's Kingdom is to quietly listen and discern what needs our attention, hard work and imagination. God's plan often has different values and purposes than plans put forth by humanity. God's logic or hidden designs are not always clear to us because we are too often blinded by self-interest and a self imposed myopia. What is clear, however, is that God wants to use our freedom and our intelligence to help make things new. New approaches to peace, new ways of acting justly, new forms of forgiveness and new sources of human sustenance are all examples of God's agenda that invites our passion and faithful commitment. New Year’s Resolutions without the peaceful certitude that comes from prayer and discernment are easy prey to enthusiasms and short term fantasies. If we are congruent with the will of God though, real and concrete good will result from our efforts and the New Year will really be new. It will be renewed and re-created. The “Happy New Year” we wish to others will become a reality as we join together as Christians with all people of good will to respect and govern this precious world that God has given us as His stewards. Renewal and New Year---A future to hope in and to create. - Msgr. Michael D. McGraw JANUARY 5 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l 3 WEEKLY TREASURE ANNULMENTS MUSIC MINISTRY Deacon Bill Watzek 561-952-2828 Douglas Byers, 561-952-2856 by appt. only. Director of Liturgical Music BAPTISMAL ARRANGEMENTS 561-392-0007 PARISH MANAGER Vincent Castellano. (English) Baptism class Patricia Suau, 561-392-0007, ext. 2806 for parents 1st Thurs. each month, 7 pm. PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY 561-392-0007 Deacon Bill Watzek 561-952-2828 Constanza Preble (Spanish) Baptism class for RELIGIOUS ARTICLES STORE parents 3rd Tues. each month, 7 pm. Laura Watzek, 561-393-0006. 561-392-0007 Hours: Mon - Fri, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. CARE MINISTRY 561-962-6000 Sat, 9:00am to 5:30pm COUNSELING CENTER Sun. 9 am to 1:30 pm. (Catholic Charities Satellite Office at SJA) SACRAMENTS Maria T. Isava MA, LCSW - 561-215-0208 Anointing of the Sick and Elderly: First Conseling Director Saturday of the month following the 8:15am Fanny B. Ramos, IMH - 561-777-6407 Mass. Please call the Parish Office to COUNSELING CENTER (Private Practice) request a priest if you are a patient at Pamela Diane Sigda, Ph. D. - 561-706-2277 Boca Regional Hospital. COMMUNICATIONS MINISTRY SACRISTAN Patty Delaney, 561-952-2868 Laura Watzek 561-952-2808 LIFE LONG FAITH FORMATION MINISTRY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL/SISTERS OF MERCY Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Constanza Preble, 561-620-6280 Bill Watzek, 561-952-2828 Religious Education Bill Watzek, 561-952-2828 Office, 561-391-4345 Fax: 561-962-6002. FAMILY LIFE MINISTRY Tessie O’Dea, 561-952-2852 HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY Katherine Leach, 561-952-2858 HISPANIC MINISTRY Sr. Ellen Murphy R.S.M., 561-392-7974 WishList S T. J O A N O F A R C C H U R C H & S C H O O L 1. Tuition (full or partial) for a needy child for 2014-2015 school year. 2. Underwrite Religious Education Classes for a Needy Child. Partial or complete donations may be made for any item To donate an item call Wendy Horton, 561-952-2838 As you all know, implementation of Our Journey Forward Strategic Plan has gradually started. This implementation of our Plan will require the collaboration of many parishioners with the Seven Goal Champion Teams. In this bulletin you will notice a Journey Forward Goal number next to every event, task or program that points-out a pertinence to one of St. Joan of Arc’s Goals: Sr. Josephine Sullivan R.S.M. Sr. Kathleen Sweeney R.S.M. Sr. DeLourdes O’Mahony R.S.M. SJA DEVELOPMENT MINISTRY Wendy Horton, 561-952-2838 Diane Salerno, 561-952-2848 (Special Projects) USHERS MINISTRY Ken Meldonian 561-620-4884 GROW IN LOVE SPREAD THE GOSPEL GROW IN SERVICE GROW OUR RESOURCES GROW IN FAITH GROW OUR SCHOOL GROW THE CHURCH Please consider your role in working with Ministry Leaders, parish staff and many of your fellow parishioners to create a future that will be energized by the Holy Spirit and responsive to God's will. Emails indicating interest in volunteering should be sent to: [email protected] Dennis Jordan 561-395-8329 WEDDING PREPARATION Rosario Gonzales, 561-952-2854 Constanza Preble, 561-859-4666 Due to early printer deadlines, because of the New Year Holiday, this week’s Weekly Treasure posting will be featured in next week’s bulletin. Thank you. 1 year notice required for marriages HOMEBOUND/PASTORAL VISITATION Fr. Tomasz Bochnak, 561-392-0007 ext. 2824 4 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l JANUARY 5 WOULD YOU LIKE TO CONTRIBUTE BY CREDIT CARD? Forms are available at the back of the church or in the Parish Office. You can earn frequent flyer miles on your contributions to St. Joan of Arc. We now accept most mayor credit cards: ST. JOAN OF ARC’S 2013 CHRISTMAS CONCERT JANUARY 5 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l 5 SJA'S BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 6 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l JANUARY 5 ALL ABOARD THE POLAR EXPRESS St. Joan of Arc Church and School sponsored the Train Ride and Snow at the recent showing of The Polar Express movie. Local families brought their children with blankets and some wearing P.J’s for this annual event held at Mizner Park Amphitheater. In addition to the train ride, snow fell down over the area to create a true Polar Experience. Our very own Raffi was a hit with the crowd, waving as the children boarded the train, offering his usual high-five and thumbs-up. The families that attended appreciated the donation from our church and school, and a fun time was had by all who attended. Members of our school staff, Dad's Club and the Sisters of Mercy were on hand to chat with families and answer questions they may have about St. Joan of Arc Catholic School. JANUARY 5 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l 7 THE EPIPHANY OF OUR LORD The Feast of the Epiphany of Our Lord Jesus Christ is one of the oldest Christian feasts, though, throughout the centuries, it has celebrated a variety of things. Epiphany comes from a Greek verb meaning "to reveal," and all of the various events celebrated by the Feast of the Epiphany are revelations of Christ to man. Like many of the most ancient Christian feasts, Epiphany was first celebrated in the East, where it has been held from the beginning almost universally on January 6. Today, among both Eastern Catholics and Eastern Orthodox, the feast is known as Theophany the revelation of God to man. Epiphany originally celebrated four different events, in the following order of importance: the Baptism of the Lord; Christ's first miracle, the changing of water into wine at the wedding in Cana; the Nativity of Christ; and the visitation of the Wise Men or Magi. Each of these is a revelation of God to man: At Christ's Baptism, the Holy Spirit descends and the voice of God the Father is heard, declaring that Jesus is His Son; at the wedding in Cana, the miracle reveals Christ's divinity; at the Nativity, the angels bear witness to Christ, and the shepherds, representing the people of Israel, bow down before Him; and at the visitation of the Magi, Christ's divinity is revealed to the Gentiles - the other nations of the earth. 8 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l JANUARY 5 Eventually, the celebration of the Nativity was separated out, in the West, into Christmas; and shortly thereafter, Western Christians adopted the Eastern feast of the Epiphany, still celebrating the Baptism, the first miracle, and the visit from the Wise Men. Thus, Epiphany came to mark the end of Christmastide - the Twelve Days of Christmas, which began with the revelation of Christ to Israel in His Birth and ended with the revelation of Christ to the Gentiles at Epiphany. Over the centuries, the various celebrations were further separated in the West, and now the Baptism of the Lord is celebrated on the Sunday after January 6, and the wedding at Cana is commemorated on the Sunday after the Baptism of the Lord. In many parts of Europe, the celebration of Epiphany is at least as important as the celebration of Christmas. In Italy and other Mediterranean countries, Christians exchange gifts on Epiphany the day on which the Wise Men brought their gifts to the Christ Child - while in Northern Europe, it's not unusual to give gifts on both Christmas and Epiphany (often with smaller gifts on each of the twelve days of Christmas in between). FR. RANDALL BOOK CLUB 2014 We shall meet on Tuesdays beginning January 7 at 3:00p.m. in our usual meeting room. Our first five meetings will cover the life and poetry of Robert Frost. To make it easy for everyone, I will follow the selections from Tim Kendall’s The Art of Robert Frost, a book published by Yale University in 2012. Jan. 7: The life of Robert Frost and his first volume of poetry: A Boy’s Will, 1913 Jan. 21: North of Boston, 1914, Robert Frost Feb. 4: Mountain Interval, 1916, Robert Frost Feb. 18:New Hampshire, 1923, Robert Frost Mar. 4: Later Poems of Robert Frost, 1924-1963 Mar. 18:Life of William Golding and his novel Free Fall, 1959 April 1: Free Fall, William Golding (conclusions) April 15:The Spire, 1964, William Golding April 29:The Spire (conclusions) The life of Robert Frost and his first volume of poetry: A Boy’s Will, 1913 ASSIGNMENT FOR JANUARY, 7: POEMS: 1.- The Pasture 2.- Into my Own 3.- My November Guest 4.- Storm Fear 5.- Mowing 6.- The Trial of Existence 7.- The Tuft of Flowers 8.- My Butterfly 9.- Reluctance (If possible bring a copy of Frost's final work: In the Clearing) Monday Prayer Group..4:00pm. to 5:00pm. in Casa Hispania THE RETURN OF THE PRODIGAL SON Please join us in our study of a Story of Homecoming by Henri Nouwen, "on the road to reconciliation".The author evokes the powerful drama of the parable in a rich, captivating way that is sure to reverberate in the hearts of readers.All are welcome to this weekly study from 4 to 5 P.M., starting Monday, Jan. 6, 2014. Any questions, please call Marjorie O'Sullivan at 395-6029 or Cassie Krajewski at 416-9831. Happy Birthday to Bishop Barbarito & Fr. Jimmy they share the same birthday: January 4. May they continue to have blessed and healthy birthdays to celebrate! The St. Joan of Arc Parish Family JANUARY 5 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l 9 2013-2014 ST. JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC CHURCH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SCHOOL YEAR St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church prides itself in quality Faith Formation for our children. We will not turn any child away. Registration for the new school year is now under way for Religious Education. Please feel free to stop by the Religious Education Office Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm. The program runs from September 15, 2013 until May 11, 2014. A complete calendar for the school year will be available after August 1, 2013. It will be important to follow our calendar for dates of classes, parent sessions, rehearsals, special events and reception of Sacraments. HOME SCHOOLING is offered to any child who is unable to meet any of the times in the schedule for various extenuating reasons. In order to be in this program you must contact Vincent Castellano directly to schedule an appointment and set up a monthly schedule. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CALENDAR JANUARY 2014 SUN 5. NO CLASSES Christmas Break (Classes resume 1/12) WED 8. NO CLASSES Christmas Break (Classes resume 1/15) SUN 12. Classes (9:15am – 10:30pm) PK 4-8th grade Classes meet from PreKindergarten-4 years old to Grade 8 on Sundays from 9:15am to 10:30am and on Wednesdays from 4:45pm to 6:00pm. SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION 2013-2014 Our Sacramental Preparation Sessions are held on Sunday mornings, 9:15am – 10:30am starting in September through May. We ask that participants and their families be active, registered parishioners, and attend Mass on a weekly basis. PREPARATION TIME: First Reconciliation/First Communion is 2 years, (Grades 1 and 2) Confirmation Class is also 2 years, (Grades 7 and 8). We offer classes for children in first and second grades and seventh and eight grades, both in English and Spanish. A copy of the Baptismal Certificate is required when registering your child. The Religious Education Office is open from 9am to 5pm, Mon. – Fri. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Bill Watzek at 561-952-2828. WED 15. Classes (4:45pm – 6:00pm) PK 4-8th grade SUN 19. NO CLASSES. Martin Luther King RCIA--FOR ADULTS The RCIA program is a journey of Faith, designed for those adults who wish to become members of the Catholic Faith Community. The journey includes: CATECHUMENS Those of you who wish to celebrate the sacrament of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation. CANDIDATES Those of you who wish to celebrate one or more sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and/or Confirmation. Weekend WED 22. NO CLASSES SUN 26. Classes (9:15am – 10:30am) PK 4-8th grade WED 29. Classes (4:45pm – 6:00pm) PK 4-8th grade If your child is less than 7 years old, parents are required and godparents are encouraged to attend Baptism Preparation Classes the first Thursday of the month from 7:00pm to 8:15pm in the Rose & Pat Procacci Bldg. in Conference Room A. Baptisms are celebrated Sundays at 1:30pm. For further information or to register please contact the Parish Office at 561-392-0007 or Bill Watzek at 561-952-2828. 2014 PRE-BATISM CLASSES 1st Thursday of Every Month in English Conference Room A 6:00am - 9:00pm February 7, 2014 March 6, 2014 April 3, 2014 May 1, 2014 June 5, 2014 July 3, 2014 RCIA--FOR CHILDREN Catechetical classes are done individually for children 7 and up to be prepared for the reception of the sacraments of Baptism, Holy Communion and Confirmation at the Easter Vigil. August 7, 2014 September 4, 2014 October 2, 2014 November 6, 2014 December 4, 2014 This schedule is adapted to meet everyone's needs. NO ONE SHOULD BE WITHOUT RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION. WE WILL NOT TURN ANY CHILD OR FAMILY AWAY. OFFICE HOURS FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR (September 15, 2013 to May 11, 2014) Monday , Tuesday, Thursday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Wednesday 10:00am to 6:00pm (When there is no class on Wednesday the office hours are 9am to 5pm) Friday’s 9:00am to 2:00pm. Sunday’s 9:00am to 12:00 noon (when there is no class on Sunday the office will be closed. The office will then be open on Fridays from 9:00am to 5:00pm.) For more information call: Bill Watzek directly by calling at 561-952-2828 or email: [email protected]. 10 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l JANUARY 5 jÉÅxÇ‹ FIND YOUR PURPOSE FEED YOUR SOUL AT LAST, A POWERFUL CATHOLIC STUDY FOR THE IMPERFECT WOMAN SEEKING HOLINESS IN AN IMPERFECT WORLD! In the Women of Grace Foundational Study, you will embark upon a journey of discovery and transformation as you explore the great call and gift of your femininity. Along the way, each week you will meet two great women saints, receive wisdom from Holy Mother Church, unpack the life-changing wisdom of Holy Scripture, and discover how the Blessed Virgin Mary is the exemplar of discipleship and the pathway to her Son, Jesus Christ and the heart of the Father. STUDY DETAILS: Women of Grace Ten-Week Foundational Program Tuesday, January 14, 2014, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 14, 2014, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Tessie O’Dea: 561-620-4850 or email: [email protected] or Martha Nicolli: 561-212-8673 or email: [email protected] Registration is required. Space is Limited. Study Name: …………………............Participant Name: ……………………………....... Address: ………………………………… Phone: ………. Email:…………………..... Mail complete form to: St. Joan of Arc, 370 SW 3rd Street, Boca Raton, FL 33432. Attn: Women of Grace Tâà{xÇà|v YxÅ|Ç|Ç|àç ‹ yÉÜ áâv{ t à|Åx tá à{|áAÊ COFFEE AND DONUTS will now be available following the 10:45am Mass in the Gazebo. SUNDAY READINGS CATHOLIC CHARITIES COUNSELING SERVICES AVAILABLE at their Satellite Office at St. Joan of Arc 298 SW 3rd Street, Boca Raton, Fl 33432 Maria Teresa Isava, MA, LCSW l 561-215-0208 Fanny B. Ramos, IMH l 561-777-6407 JAN 5 (The Epiphany of The Lord) Is 60:1-6; Ephe 3:2-3a, 5-6; Mat 2:1-12 JAN 12 (Feast of the Baptism of the Lord) Is 42:1-4, 6-7; Acts 10:3438; Mt 3:13-17 JANUARY 5 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l 11 PRAY FOR THE SICK Amantia, Bill Amantia, Ro Ayala, Angelina Calkin,Tristin (6 Yrs. Old) Cacace, Vincent Conaghan, Patrick Colon, Myrna Desmarais, Clovis Teresa Marrou Freundt Feerguson-Byrne, Ashley Ferguson, John Fiorito, Josephine Gereke, Dorothy Gonzales, Ernest Horn, Amy Holmes, Mary Imbrigiotta, Marlene Jorgensen, Bob Kassing, Robert Kartheiser, Karen Kenny, Pauline M. Kiernan, Terence Kolcun, Laverne Krasne, Mary Rose BAPTISMS We welcome the newest members of St Joan of Arc Parish and offer our congratulations to the parents of the newly baptized. ALTAR BREAD December Leighton, Wilson Lippy, Jim Lupo Anna Manno, Jean Martinez, Mauro Marrou, Ana Teresa Miller, Betty Muriel McCarthy, Mary McCormick, John Nguyen, Christopher Pacheco, Licha Pershyn, Moira Perez, Rosa Pike, Stephen Pinto, Kevin Pfistner, Paul Rellick, Mary Risko, Greg Ridge, Teresa Roberts, Tyler Rodriguez Mary Ann Roesslein, Mike Roy, Dolores & George Sagaria, Joyce Santiesteban, Lillian Soihet, Samoel Soihet, Fanny Schley, Megan Syler, Jr. Bob Tousignant, Helen Trzeciak, Max Zatarga, Deacon Mike WOULD YOU LIKE TO DONATE FLOWERS TO DECORATE THE ALTAR ON THE WEEKEND MASSES? You can do this to celebrate special dates, (birthdays, anniversaries etc.), you can also donate them in memory of someone or to celebrate your family, or your business or simply to decorate the Lord's table. Your name would be printed here on the week you choose to donate the flower arrangement/s. If interested, please call Patty Delaney at (561)952-2868 or email [email protected] This week’s altar flowers: provided complimentary by BOCA BY DESIGN. A floral & décor company servicing south Florida for all of your floral and event needs 561-447-5444 www.bocabydesign.com 10% discount to SJA parishioners should you state prior to ordering that you were referred by St Joan of Arc. 12 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l JANUARY 5 Do you want a special remembrance for a loved one, living or deceased? You can donate Altar Bread for a week of Masses by calling Karen Tringali, 561-752-0014. JANUARY 05: In loving memory of Deacon Hank Seppanen DECEASES Christa M. Mussenden Nella Manes "We loved them in life; let us not abandon them in death until we have seen them safely into the House of the Lord." - ST. AMBROSE Overseas in The US Armed Forces: Afghanistan: Staff. Sgt. Douglas Stott, PVT 1st Class Brendan Nestor. Jason Fry Master Sgt. Marines Iraq: Sgt. Maj. John Hermeling, Capt. Christopher Allen & PFC Lee E. Palmer; David Schuler, Lance Corp., Marines. Germany: Benjamin Creed, PVT. Okinowa: SA William Fix Jr. Djibouti, Africa: Rev. John Gayton, member of the Navy Chaplain Corps Spain: Lance Corporal Brett R. Bryant When you consider your estate plans, remember your spiritual Family Truly your parish has been a part of your faith development, a member of your family. Consider becoming a member of The Arc Angel Society as a way of guaranteeing the health of your spiritual family long into the future. Please consider a bequest as part of your plans to benefit your parish. Through your estate, your membership in our extended community of faith will continue in perpetuity. Your attorney, or financial advisor can advise you on the tax benefits and other considerations you will want to think about as you consider your estate plans. A number of valuable and attractive benefits will accompany your membership. These include special masses and mailings designed especially for Society members. For more information, please contact Wendy Horton at 561.952-2838. S.J.A. MINISTRIES & SUPPORT SERVICES PRAY THE ROSARY Join us every morning, 6:15am in the Chapel, to pray for our Pope, Bishop, Priests, Deacons, and Religious, and for vocations. Join us every morning after the 8:15am Mass in the Chapel to pray to end abortion. AA (ALCOHOLIC ANONYMOUS) Meets at St. Joan of Arc Saturdays, 10am in Immaculata Center, Mondays, 7:00pm, Art Room, and Wednesdays 7:00pm in Immaculata Center. AL - ANON ALA - TEEN Meets at St. Joan of Arc Saturdays, 10am in Immaculata Center ST. JOAN OF ARC KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS! We are a part of this great dynamic Catholic International Organization. Call Joe Kabbas, G.K.: 561-299-8921. ST. JOAN OF ARC COLUMBIETTES are the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary of dedicated Catholic women. Please join us as United We Stand to embark on this fresh new year in building a strong bond in our parish. For details call Terri Picinich, 561-901-7312. MOMMY & ME Weekly get together Every Tuesday between 10:00am and 1:00pm. Come and go as you please. We bring snacks/lunch for the little ones and ourselves. At The Ark - every other week. Please contact Amanda Roccapriore - Herrera at 561-859-8684 or [email protected] for information. JOIN THE SJA COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN (CCW) St. Joan of Arc Council of Catholic Women (CCW) is a dynamic group of women who support, empower and educate its members in spirituality, leadership and service. We are an affiliate of the National Council of Catholic Women. Our Circle Meetings are smaller groups that meet once a month. St. Ana Circle 4th Wednesday at 8am. St. Clare Circle 3rd Wednesday at 1pm. St. Elizabeth Circle 2nd Friday at 12.00pm. Sts Martha & Mary Circle 3rd Thursday at 7pm. St. Monica Circle 4th Monday at 2pm. St. Therese of Lisieux 3rd Tuesday at 8am. We have an interesting calendar of events. Please join us, make new friends, as we are Women Making a difference. For more information call Miriam Gaynor, 561-395-5615 SJA RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY Join us to pray the rosary at the Planned Parenthood site at 8177 Glades Rd., West Boca. We meet in front of the shopping center at 9:45am on Fridays. For information call Terri at 561-901-7312 or Mary Jane at 561-961-4900. PREGNANT? KNOW YOUR OPTIONS, CALL 800-395-HELP ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Join us every Tuesday, 5-9pm and Friday, 9am to 9pm in the Chapel. Divine Mercy Chaplet prayed on Fridays at 3:00pm, and the Rosary on Fridays at 8:30pm. KNIT/CROCHET SOCIAL All are invited to join us on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month at 10:30am in the at the Casa Hispana (corner of 3rd Ave and 4 th St.). Beginners to experts are needed to make prayer shawls and projects for preemies, kids and our troops. Call Claire at 445-4802 or Dottie at 395-2681 for more information. SJA DAD’S CLUB Every Monday in Mercy Center at Drop off - 7:45am All dads in the Parish welcome. P.O.P.S. Parents of Prayer & Service meet every Thursday during the school year, 7:45am to 8:15am in the Convent Chapel. Please join us. ALLELUIA CLUB Is a meeting of Parishioners 50 + More information please call Tessie O’Dea at 561-952-2852 SJA SCHOOL ALUMNI: We invite you to register on our St. Joan of Arc website as an alumnus if you haven't already done so at [email protected] SHARED CARE Each Wednesday at Temple Beth El, 9:30am to 2:30pm. Bring your loved one so you may have some respite care, or come and volunteer and have fun with us! This is a combined effort between Temple Beth El, St. Joan of Arc and The First Presbyterian Church. For more info call Tessie O’Dea at 561-952-2852. THE SJA PUBLIC ADVOCACY COMMITTEE is requesting the current members and any other parishioners who wish to join, to send their email/phone number (whichever you wish) to Joseph Kabbas, Chairman of Public Advocacy. Joined with Public Advocacy is Respect Life. If you are a member or wish to be part of these two ministries, please forward your e-mail / phone number to Joseph Kabbas Chairman e-mail [email protected] phone 561-299-8921 fax 561-362-7134 KOINONIA GATHERING 2nd Sunday of each month at 10:30am Immaculata Center. For info call Tessie O’Dea at 561-952-2852 JOYFUL AGAIN For more information please call Marjorie O’Sullivan 561-395-6029. SUNDAY TV MASS FOR THE HOMEBOUND Each week at 9:30am on WPXP TV, Channel 8, Mass for the Homebound can be seen. For a copy of the Sunday Missal, call the Diocesan Office of Communications at 561-775-9529. HOMEBOUND MINISTRY Call us if you or someone you know is no longer able to attend Mass. Our Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion visit the elderly & infirmed Parishioners. Call 561-952-2828 UPGRADE YOUR CLOSET! THE ST. JOAN OF ARC USHERS WANT YOU!!! Are you tired of your wardrobe and deciding what to wear to Mass each week? Let us dress you! We are a ministry of over 60 men and women that provide each mass with the hospitality & services to make all parishioners and guests feel welcome. We would like to tell you about this great ministry and how getting involved provides a service to St. Joan and a blessing for you. And you’ll be one of the best dressed people at Mass! Call Ken Meldonian 561-620-4884 or Dennis Jordan 561-395-8329. SCRIPTURE STUDY Sunday Morning from 9:15am to 10:30 am. in Conf. Room B. Thursday Morning Scripture Study 9:00am at the Casa Hispana (corner of 3rd Ave and 4 th St.) NA (NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS) Meets at St. Joan of Arc Fridays at 7 pm, in Immaculata Center. More information call: 276-4581 Find your purpose... feed your soul. Embark upon a 10-week Journey of Discovery and Transformation that is life-changing! For details contact. Tessie O'Dea 561-952-2852 or Martha Nicolli at [email protected] JANUARY 5 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l 13 ROSARY SERVICE HELD EVERY MONTH Catholic Charities Office of Respect Life conducts a Rosary Service the first Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. outside the Presidential Women's Center in West Palm Beach. The center is located at 100 Northpoint Parkway, just off 45th St and Village Blvd. Please join us across the street from the abortion center as we peacefully pray. For information, call the Respect Life Office at 561-775-9565. SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILIES OF PEOPLE IN PRISON Catholic Charities’ Prison Ministry has initiated a Support Group for adult family members of persons who are incarcerated in state and federal prisons and county jails. All communications are kept in confidence. Group meets 10:00 A.M. on the second Saturday of each month at St. John of the Cross Parish Hall in Vero Beach. Contact our Prison Ministry office for details: 561-3603326. WORKSHOPS FOR MINISTERS OF WORD (LECTORS) Presented simultaneously in English and in Spanish. Saturday, January 11, 2014 in St. Lucie Church, Port St. Lucie. More information at 772-878-1215. (Last day for registration: Tuesday, January 7). Saturday, January 25, 2014 in St. Rita Church, Wellington. More information at 561-793-8544. (Last day for registration: Tuesday, January 21). WORKSHOP FOR EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION Presented simultaneously in English and in Spanish. Saturday, January 11, 2014 (English class only) in St. Helen Church, Vero Beach. More information at 772-567-5129. (Last day for registration: Tuesday, January 7). Saturday, January 18, 2014 in Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, Palm Bch. Gdns. More information at 561-662-2565. (Last day for registration: Tuesday, January 14). Saturday, March 8, 2014 in Ascension Church, Boca Raton. More information at 561-997-5486. (Last day for registration: Tuesday, March 4). Saturday, March 15, 2014 in Sacred Heart Church, Okeechobee. More information at 863-763-3727. (Last day for registration: Tuesday, March 11). Saturday, March 22, 2014 in St. Lucie Church, Port St. Lucie. More information at 772-878-1215. (Last day for registration: Tuesday, March 18). CALLING ALL DIOCESAN CATHOLIC WOMEN Registration Forms are now available for the 5th Annual Catholic Women of Faith, Women of Action Conference to be held Saturday, March 1, 2014 at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius in Palm Beach Gardens. Hosted by the Palm Beach Diocesan Council of Catholic Women, all women of faith and of all ages throughout the Diocese of Palm Beach are invited to attend this conference. This inspiring day of worship will provide you with many opportunities to grow in your prayer life, faith and service. Our motivational guest speaker will be Father Richard Champigny, O. Carm., and Parochial Vicar at St. Jude Catholic Church in Boca Raton. Other conference highlights include: • Spiritfilled music by St. Jude's H.O.P.E. (He Opened Paradise for Everyone) Music Ministry • Mass with celebrant Most Reverend Gerald M. Barbarito, Bishop of Palm Beach • Confession, the Rosary, religious articles, prayer and contem- 14 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l JANUARY 5 plation • Registration/check-in will be held from 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.; Conference doors will open at 9 a.m. For more information or to view or download a registration form, please call Patti Amann at 561-662-4780 or visit www.pbdccw.catholicweb.com or www.diocesepb.org/events ANNUAL ANNIVERSARY MASS FOR MARRIED COUPLES Most Reverend Gerald M. Barbarito, Bishop of Palm Beach, will preside at the celebration of our 30th Annual Anniversary Mass for Married Couples on Saturday, February 22, 2014, 10:30AM, at St. Mark in Boynton Beach. Cake, coffee and punch will be served in the parish hall after the Mass. All couples who will be celebrating 25, 40, or 50 or more years of marriage in the calendar year 2014 are invited to participate. To attend, please contact your own parish office and register your names as soon as possible – but no later than Monday, February 3, 2014. We ask that all participating couples arrive at St. Mark Church by 10:00AM -- thirty minutes prior to the start of the Mass. PRAY FOR OUR PRIESTS By popular request, we continue to maintain and update the monthly calendar which originally appeared on the diocesan website during the Year for Priests (June 2009 – June 2010.) The prayers of all the faithful in support of the dedicated priests of the Diocese of Palm Beach are much appreciated by our priests. Please continue to pray daily, using the monthly calendar as a guide. The guide can be found on the Events Calendar of the website. Go to www.diocesepb.org/events and click on the “Pray Daily for Priests” wording in the left column. PERMANENT DEACON APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE NOW Men interested in applying to become Permanent Deacons are asked to speak to their pastors for permission to apply and download the application from the diocesan website at www.diocesepb.org/deacon-formation. To be considered for next year’s class the deadline for applications is January 31, 2014. For more information contact Lynn Powell in the diocesan Diaconate Office at 561-775-9540 or [email protected] NATIONAL WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY On January 18 - 25, 2014, Christian Churches throughout the world will join in prayer asking the Lord to restore oneness to the Christian community. This oneness was ruptured at various times during the history of the Church, thankfully, most of the acrimony of the past is behind us, and Christians are more and more yearning for doctrinal unity and pastoral charity among all believers. To this end, the Graymoor Ecumenical Institute inaugurated the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity which is entering its 107th year in 2014. CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL Will be administering our 2014 Entrance Exam (High School Placement Test) on Saturday, January 25, at 8:00am. All freshman applicants are required to take the High School Placement Test. This is a standardized test written and evaluated by the Scholastic Testing Service, Inc. Applications for prospective 9th graders are available online at www.cghsfl.org/admissions or by calling (954) 291-2900 ext. 108. Ministerio Hispano MISA EN ESPAÑOL TODOS LOS SABADOS A LAS 6:30PM “Nuestro principal apostolado como cristianos consiste en crear en el mundo un ambiente de auténtica caridad” Solemnidad Epifania del Señor Mateo 2, 1-12: “HEMOS VISTO SALIR SU ESTRELLA Y VENIMOS A ADORARLO” La pregunta de los Magos, al llegar a Jerusalén, está motivada por la ocultación de la estrella que les puso en movimiento, les guió, con esperanza, por el camino hasta que desapareció. Quieren seguir adelante y culminar su hazaña. La fuerza de la estrella está latente en ellos impulsándoles a mantenerse en su empeño. La palabra Epifanía es una palabra griega que significa manifestación de la divinidad. Manifestación que tuvo un primer momento, "llegada la plenitud de los tiempos" (Gal 4,4), en la noche de Belén a los pastores, descubriendo el empeño de Dios de hacerse cercano al hombre: “Acampó entre nosotros” (Jn 1, 14), como Enmanuel, Dios - connosotros. Hoy esta manifestación es el desvelamiento de la universalidad de la salvación de Dios por Cristo para todos los hombres y naciones de todos los tiempos. Dios es para todos. Su salvación es para todos, porque esa salvación no es recompensa de unos méritos, sino la gratuidad sublime de un Padre que quiere lo mejor para todos sus hijos. Fiesta de la Epifanía del Señor, fiesta de la abolición de lo que pueda separar, distanciar, diferenciar a unos de otros. Todo ser humano es hijo de Dios. En un mundo globalizado, donde se dan pasos para la unión económica y monetaria, pretendiendo que nuestro joven siglo pueda llamarse del hombre universal y planetario, andamos aún divididos y enfrentados, despedazados en bloques, razas, pueblos, naciones, regiones, lenguas. Se habla de la unión y qué poco se hace para que desaparezcan las divisiones. Los Magos vieron la estrella, se ponen en camino saliendo de su comodidad, seguridad y esquemas fijos. Una actitud de búsqueda, provocada por una llamada, les impulsa a horizontes nuevos. No es fácil la aventura. No hay garantías de seguridad. Pero la luz de la estrella les encandila y con entusiasmo emprende la marcha. La estrella desaparece. Ellos siguen aferrados a su proyecto y preguntan buscando una orientación que pueda sacarlos de esa oscuridad que les desasosiega. Siguen con tesón logrando llegar a la meta: “Cayendo de rodillas le adoraron”. Atentos a la estrella, dejando a tras lo de siempre, caminando con entusiasmo venciendo cansancios y obstáculos, buscando quien les reoriente, llevando en el corazón la ilusión de un encuentre gratificante, es el secreto de esta aventura que hoy celebramos. ¿Cómo cambiar a una actitud universal exigida por la adhesión de Cristo, Salvador de los hombres? El amor a Cristo hace universal al hombre. Los personajes protagonistas de este episodio son ejemplo y estímulo. La Epifanía del Señor es una llamada, como cristianos, a una vocación misionera. Si en nuestra vida no somos manifestación de Dios que es amor universal y fraternidad, justicia y liberación, esperanza y solidaridad, especialmente con los más pobres y marginados, no tiene sentido la celebración de hoy, falla muestra vida cristiana y nuestro seguimiento de Cristo Si se desvirtúa la sal, la luz de la comunidad cristiana, ¿cómo será visible el rostro y los rasgos de Dios? Estamos llamados a ser testigos de la luz de Cristo, estrella que llame y oriente para hacer presente a Dios en nuestro mundo. Para Información sobre los sacramentos, clases de preparación para bautismo, etc. Entrar en nuestra página web:http://stjoan.org/ministries/casa-hispana/ o pedir información en la parroquia con María, Rosario o Alba 561-392-0007. Para pedir una intención en las misas para difuntos o enfermos dirigirse a la oficina parroquial en las horas de oficina. Nuestra contribución semanal a la Iglesia. Como miembros de Santa Juana de Arco la comunidad hispana contribuimos semanalmente con el ofertorio, continuemos siendo generosos con nuestra aportación. La participación de todos los feligreses es esencial para el éxito de nuestros ministerios apostólicos. JANUARY 5 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l 15 MINISTERIO HISPANO AVISOS PARROQUIALES “Los obispos de los Estados Unidos, reconociendo el valor del sacrificio espiritual y corporal en la vida de la Iglesia animan a todos los fieles a hacer ayuno y abstinencia todos los viernes por la intención de la protección de la vida, el matrimonio, y la libertad religiosa.” El Papa advierte que nuestra cultura ha perdido la percepción de la presencia concreta de Dios, LOS SACRAMENTOS, de su acción en el mundo. Pensamos que Dios sólo se encuentra más allá, en otro nivel de realidad, separado de nuestras relaciones concretas. Pero si así fuese, si Dios fuese incapaz de intervenir en el mundo, su amor no sería verdaderamente poderoso, verdaderamente real [PAPA FRANCISCO, LITT. ENC. LUMEN FÍDEI, 29-VI-2013, N. 4.5]. —Vivimos como si el Señor estuviera allá lejos, donde brillan las estrellas, y no consideramos que también está siempre a nuestro lado. Y está como un Padre amoroso —a cada uno de nosotros nos quiere más que todas las madres del mundo pueden querer a sus hijos—, ayudándonos, inspirándonos, bendiciendo... y perdonando (...). Preciso es que nos empapemos, que nos saturemos de que Padre y muy Padre nuestro es el Señor que está junto a nosotros y en los cielos. San Josemaría, Camino, n. 267 Al recibir la ABSOLUCIÓN SACRAMENTAL Y LA EUCARISTÍA, movidos por la fe, ¡qué seguridad se adquiere en el perdón y en la cercanía de Nuestro Señor, qué paz se derrama también sobre el alma, y cómo nos hacemos capaces de contagiar esa serenidad a nuestro alrededor! CONFESIONES todos los sábados a las 5:45 (antes de la Santa Misa) en la capilla. CLASES DE PRIMERA COMUNIÓN: Clases particulares para ayudar a las mamas a preparar a sus hijos para recibir la Primera comunión. Llame a 561859-4666 para una entrevista. PARA PARTICIPAR COMO MONAGUILLO por favor envíe su información completa a: [email protected] O comuníquese con Rita Carrillo 561 543 6049 para más información. Estamos preparando el próximo taller. Durante las Misas en español, los niños de 4 a 11 años se reúnen en la capilla para vivir la LITURGIA DE LA PALABRA dirigida por nuestros queridos catequistas. Gracias Nanci y José Mesa y Cinthia Lara por su generosa colaboración para presentar la Palabra a los niños durante la Misa. PRÓXIMO BAUTISMO EN ESPAÑOL para menores de 6 años: sábado 18 de enero regístrese en la oficina de la parroquia. Próxima clase pre bautismal en español para padres y padrinos: martes 21 de enero a las 7:00pm GRUPO DE ORACIÓN SANTA JUANA DE ARCO: Únase a nuestro grupo de oración, Nos reunimos todos los jueves a las 7:00pm en la Casa Hispana. Para más información llame a Fernando: 561-573-0194 o venga sin com- promiso a la Casa Hispana: en la esquina de SW 4thStreet y SW 3rd Ave. GRUPO DE ORACIÓN PADRE PIO: Todos los jueves a las 8:15 la Santa Misa en la capilla, a seguir a partir de las 9:00am nos reunimos en la casa de oración THE ARK para rezar juntos el Santo Rosario y escuchar una charla mensual. Llame a Anabella para más información: 561-283-9366. Si usted desea participar en un TALLER DE ORACIÓN Y VIDA del Padre Larrañaga. Por favor comuníquese con Martha Bencomo 561-212-5021. SERVICIOS OFRECIDOS PARA LA COMUNIDAD: Las CLASES DE INGLÉS se reúnen todos los miércoles por la mañana y por la tarde Llame al 561- 212 9868 para registrarse y recibir más información. Próximas CLASES DE PREPARACIÓN PARA LA CIUDADANÍA: lunes 13 y 27 de enero. Por favor llame a Adriana para confirmar: 954-818-5032 CLASES DE COMPUTACION: Continuarán el Sabado 11 de Enero del 2014 en la Casa Hispana. Las Clases comienzan a las 9am. Computación básica, Microsoft Office Word, Internet, Correo Electronico y muchos tips para el uso de computadoras, laptos o tablets. Llamar al 561-929-9005 para reservar su asistencia. SEMINARIO GRATIS DE MOTIVACION Y EMPRENDIMIENTO. Transforme su vida! El proximo Sabado 11 de Enero del 2014, a las 12 del mediodia GRATIS el seminario de Motivación y Emprendimiento con el fin de sensibilizar acerca de Educación Financiera Personal y Empresarial, a través de la presentación de ejemplos concretos de buenas prácticas en la creación de nuevas ideas de negocios. Reserve su asistencia llamando al 561-929-9005. RECUERDA: "Mientras usted no ponga sus metas en papel tendrá intenciones que son semillas sin tierra" Directorio Director: Constanza Preble 561-859-4666 - 561-620-6280 - Ministerio Extraordinario de la Eucaristía: Sr. y Sra. Córdova 561-573-0194 Monaguillos: Rita Carrillo 561-543-6049 - Proclamadores de la Palabra: Carmen Gomez 561-305-9082 - Liturgia de los niños: Nanci Mesa 561-208-6380 Clases de Inglés: 561- 212-9868 - Computación: 561-929-9005 16 l ST. JOAN OF ARC l JANUARY 5
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