January 17 - The Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus of Mary
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January 17 - The Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus of Mary
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time January 17, 2016 The Second Luminous Mystery The Wedding Feast At Cana The Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Southampton, NY Welcome to the Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Pastoral Team: Rev. Michael A. Vetrano, Pastor In Residence: Rev. Msgr. William J. Gill Jennifer Ferrantino, Director, Religious Education Jeannine Rose, Director of Parish Social Ministry Maura O’Loughlin, Youth Minister Jo Ann Morse, Director of Music Bill Kunzer, Plant and Facilities Manager Daily Mass Mon. Wed. Thurs. Fri. at 12 Noon Tue. at 8:00 AM First Saturday 8:00 AM Holydays: 7 PM Vigil, 8:00 AM, 12 Noon Weekend Masses Parish Ministries Parish Office Suzanne Marchisella Karen Berry Donna Valle Saturday: 5 PM Sunday: 8 AM, 9:30 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM (in Spanish) and 5 PM Cemetery Office Suzanne Marchisella Reconciliation Finance Committee Fred Weinfurt (trustee) Pat Jordan (trustee) Jay Diesing Charlene Kagel John Neknez Saturday: 4 PM - 4:45 PM Ministry to the Sick For communion at home or Anointing please contact the Parish Office. Baptism Please contact the Parish Office to schedule an appointment with Jennifer Ferrantino Marriage Arranged at least six months in advance, please call the Parish Office. Becoming A Catholic We welcome those who would like to become Catholic and adult Catholics who have never received formal religious education and/or sacraments. Please call the Parish Office. Parish Leadership: Pastoral Council In formation Liturgy Jack Hanlon Consolation Sr. Barbara McKenna, RSM Adult Faith Formation Mary Adamczyk Parish Office 168 Hill Street Southampton, NY P: 631-283-0097, Ext 0 F: 631-283-3836 W: www.shjmbasilica.org E: [email protected] Mon-Sat: 9 AM - 4:00 PM Fr. Mike Vetrano E: [email protected] Religious Education Office Jennifer Ferrantino, Director P: 631-283-0508 E: [email protected] Parish Social Ministry Jeannine Rose, Director E: [email protected] P: 631-283-0097 Ext 317 Apostolado Hispano Rev. Steve Grozio 631-283-4379 Cell: 631-375-1001 Vincentian Fathers 631-283-9647 Youth Ministry Maura O’Loughlin [email protected] Our Lady of Hamptons School Sister Kathy Schlueter, CSJ 160 North Main Street Southampton, New York 11968 P: 631-283-9140 E: [email protected] BASILICA PARISH OF SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY Second Sunday in Ordinary Time—January 17, 2016 Readings: Is 62:1-5; Cor 12:4-11; Jn 2:1-11 Mission Statement: We are a Eucharistic centered people, who by following Christ’s teaching, join together to love and serve those in spiritual and physical need in our community. Liturgical Ministers Schedule Saturday, Jan 23 5 PM Father Bill Gill SERVERS B. Ferguson E.M.’S M. Adamczyk, M. Lynch, P. Madison LECTORS C. Ferguson, F. Milani Sunday, Jan 24 8 AM Father Bill Gill SERVERS L. Martin E.M.’S D. Dwyer, P. Mackey, J. McKenna, M. Muller, M. Thompson LECTORS A. Enstine, S. Wilson GREETERS SERVERS E.M.’S LECTORS GREETERS 9:30 AM Father Mike Vetrano A. Cuccia G. Arresta, A & J Cuccia, M. Johnson, Sr. B. McKenna M & H Bennett I. Robinson, J. Navan Mass Intentions for the Week of Jan 18-24 LECTORS GREETERS 11 AM Father Ed Kiernan May Family S. Adelante, T. Alegria, G. Bauer, J. Cleary, M. McDonald J. Kepczynska C. Butler, C. Brown, R. Essay SERVERS E.M.’S LECTORS 5 PM Father Mike Vetrano H. Reyes L. DeRobertis G. Reisig, N. Conroy SERVERS E.M.’S Monday 12:00 Domenico Pensa, Sr. Tuesday 8 AM John Kennedy Wednesday 12:00 Vito Salamone Thursday 12:00 Rosalind Martorana Friday 12:00 Margaret & Matthew Pope Saturday 5 PM Robert Rubino Sunday 8:00 Elizabeth “Betty” Cary 9:30 People of the Parish 11:00 Otto von Schirach, William R. Stuckart, Mary & Joseph ALTAR MINISTRY CHURCH CLEANING: J. Ripalone ALTAR CLOTHS: G. Bauer McCarthy, Stanley Witkowski 12:30 5 PM Mass in Spanish Marie Theresa Williams HAND LINENS - January 11-23– Peg Jordan SOUTHAMPTON HOSPITAL January 17—D. Podlaski Janaury 24—D. Podlaski HAMPTON CENTER January 17—P. Mackey, N. Conroy Financial Realities and Stewardship The Christmas collection to date is $51,104.00. Our ministry Collection stands at: $14,924. The January 10th collection was $6781.00. Our fuel collection was $3186.00. Thank you for your generosity. January 24—S. Raynor Rosary - January 21—S. Raynor Memorial donations To donate the flowers on the altar or bread and wine and/or candles offered at Mass each week, please contact the parish office. Pastor’s Letter January 16/17, 2016 At a Certain Point The Wine Ran Out Dear Parish Family, In the gospel of John, the very first miracle of Jesus happens at a wedding. It is just an ordinary wedding, and Jesus, his mother, and disciples are among the guests. The miracle, too, is rather mundane. It does not involve a great physical healing or act of forgiveness. The problem, it seems, is simply this: the wine has run out. Actually, anyone who has ever planned a wedding for themselves or a son or daughter can appreciate the enormity of the problem. A wedding celebration must be perfect. After all, it is ideally a once in a lifetime event. The celebration itself is to be a sign of the future to come: full, complete, and endless. In biblical times, to run out of anything essential, like food, music, or wine, meant that the celebration was over. In the gospel we have a sense that this celebration is ending all too soon. An anxious Mary brings this to her son’s awareness: They have no more wine! What happens next is a parable for living. Jesus turns the water to wine. He turns it to so much wine that it will never run out and better wine than anyone ever expected. Even the maître' d is surprised! I think in life our fears of running out are one of the greatest obstacles to our joy and our freedom. We are careful of time and energy because we might run out. We worry about generosity because what if we run short. We fear that our forgiveness, our mercy, or our kindness may be taken advantage of, as if these things could ever run out. The gospel sees things differently. With God, these most important things never run out. They are always renewed. And more than that — the moment when we most fear things running out is the moment when we are most filled. Of the truth of this, I can only say that in all my years of priesthood I have never met a person who told me that their generosity, their gift of time and friendship, their mercy and forgiveness was a mistake. Generosity and mercy are virtues, not faults. Despite our fears and anxieties they never fail us and they never run out. To live a generous life, a forgiving life, a merciful life is to live in God’s world. In God’s world we never run out and even the most humble jar of water can become the finest of wines. Today we return to the ordinary time of the church year. May we find the great miracle of God’s generous love in the ordinary places where we live our lives. Sincerely yours in Christ, Rev. Michael A. Vetrano Sacred Hearts Basilica YOUTH GROUP Youth Group welcomes all 8th Grade and High School teens! Upcoming Events Calendar: Wednesday, January 20th 6:00-8:00 p.m. @ The Parish Center Wednesday, January 27th 6:00-8:00 p.m. @ The Parish Center Friday, February 5th Bishop McGann-Mercy High School Host's "Project Mercy" 7:00-9:00 p.m. An Evening of Prayer and Fun! Maura O’Loughlin Follow us on Instagram @ shyg168 A Note from Religious Education Director :: Jennifer Ferrantino This month in Religious Ed we will be very busy preparing for the sacraments. First Holy Communion children will begin with First Reconciliation on rd Saturday January 23 at 11 AM in church with pizza to follow. Confirmation students will begin with Confirmation Enrollment Mass on Sunday January 24th at 5 PM with Pasta dinner to follow. This includes all Confirmation candidates, Sponsors and families. Please contact Jen if you have questions. Questions about events or programs please contact Jennifer at 631-283-0508 or [email protected] Confirmation Date: May 31, 2016 4:30 PM with Bishop William Murphy Questions about events or programs please contact Jennifer at 631-283-0508 or [email protected] Religious Education Wednesday, February 3rd Rescheduled: Youth Group Skate Night! 7:30-8:30 p.m. @ The Southampton Ice Skating Rink! News from the Office of Parish Social Ministry: Living Healthy Workshop Series This FREE 6 week workshop series will help you . . . Feel better. Increase your energy and get relief from pain, fatigue, and difficult emotions. Take control of your life. Helps you do the things you want to do each day. PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY Get connected. Learn from others who have similar health and life style issues. The Living Healthy workshop series is a peer-led health education program for seniors, and people with any type of ongoing health condition. The purpose of the workshop is to enhance one’s skills and ability to manage their health and maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle. The course is facilitated by two trained volunteers. It is provided no cost to participants and runs 6 consecutive weeks for 2 hours each session. Program Includes: Decision making & problem-solving skills - Developing & maintaining a safe, long- term physical activity program - Fatigue management - Dealing with anger, depression & difficult emotions - Cognitive management of pain and stress - Communicating effectively with family, friends & health professionals - Using prescribed medication appropriately - Healthy eating ▪ Making informed treatment decisions - Planning for future health care Program Results: Stanford University Patient Education Research Center conducted a randomized, controlled test of the program and found many participants to have the following outcomes for up to three years after attending the class series: Better communication skills - Better coping strategies and symptom management - Increased physical activity - Reduced health distress Where: The Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary-Southampton Dates: Tuesdays --- April 19, 26 & May 3, 10, 17, and 24 Time: 10:00 a.m. to noon There is no cost to attend but we ask that you attend for the full 6 weeks. Registration required: Please call Jeannine Rose to register or for additional information call 631-283-0097 Ext: 217 or email: [email protected] Statistics show that there is a growing community of middle age children caring for their aging parents. We know you are so much more than a statistic. The office of Parish Social Ministry will be organizing a series of informational meetings focused on helping you create the best toolbox to navigate this complex world. The series will include speakers on topics such as How to care for a Parent with Alzheimer’s; What paperwork should we try to find, and have in place BEFORE we need it; how do I find time to take care of myself, and my children WHILE I am caring for my parents? ….all this, and so much more. Around the Parish In Sympathy William H. Duggan, Jr. We mourn the passing of William “Bill” Duggan on January 6, 2016. A mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at the Basilica Parish of Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary on January 12, 2016 by Rev. Michael A. Vetrano. A private cremation followed. Mr. Duggan practiced law in East Hampton for many years, was on the Board of Directors of Southampton Hospital for 12 years, was a member East Hampton Rotary and on the Board of Directors of Guild Hall. He belonged to the Suffolk County Bar Association for more than 50 years. He loved to golf, read and travel. Bill was predeceased by his wife, Kate. Our sympathies go out to his children, Ann & Bill and his partner, Frances, twin grandchildren, his brothers, Robert and David, their families and his many family and friends. Stanley J. Witkowski, Jr. We mourn the passing of Stanley “Totski” Witkowski on January 7, 2016. A mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on January 13, 2016 by Rev. Msgr. William Gill. A private cremation followed. Stan worked for many years as a manager for LiLCO’s Gas division. He was active in Sacred Hearts as an usher and volunteered at Human Resouarces of the Hamptons. He was avid golfer and supporter of Southampton schools sports teams . Stan was predeceased by his wife, Fay, and a son, Brian. Our sympathies go out to his children, Ron and his wife, Jenny, and Sheila and her husband, Buddy, his grandchildren, Sean, Aubrey, Jonathan and Melanie, and his many family and friends. Secular Franciscans meet on the Second Sunday of the month after the 11 AM Mass in the Parish Center. You are always welcome to come to our meetings. Please come, bring a friend, bring a snack for breakfast, and we supply the coffee. Pray for Our Sick Elaine McDonagh John Lynch Patrick & Eileen Connolly Suzanne Parillo Bobby & Caroline Parillo Eileen Finlay Resurrection Prayer Group :: meets on Thursdays at 7 PM Ebby Culver in the Parish Center. Come share your healing gifts with us. Prayer requests are always welcome. Spiritual Book Group :: Elizabeth Joyce Roger Williams Robert Melter Patricia Kahl Patsy Raynor Spiritual Book Group meets on Tuesdays, at 1 PM, in the Parish Center. Please join us for a discussion of Against the Infinite John Schizas Horizon by Ronald Rolheiser. All are Bailey & George Brown welcome. Welcome: The Basilica Parish of Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary welcomes the following newly baptized child with joy: Daniel Sheerin Dylan Jayme Cheewing Join us in Prayer Become an Anchor of Mercy During this Holy Year of Mercy we will be offering Eucharistic Adoration on Thursday from the conclusion of the noon mass until Benediction at 4:00 PM. We will also have confessions during this time and our Spanish community will pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Parishioners who support this time of prayer are Anchors of Mercy. You can use this page to sign up or send an email to [email protected] Name:__________________________________________________ Parish Events Telephone and Email:______________________________________ I can be an anchor: 1:00 PM____ 1:30 PM____ 2:00 PM____ 2:30 PM____ 3:00 PM____ 3:30 PM____ Anchor of Mercy schedule January 21, 2016 1 PM: Sunette Dudley, Tom Behringer, Michael 1:30 PM: Michael Anderson, Tom Behringer, Anderson, M/M Jim Jensen,Theresa & Jim Jeanne Diesing McKenna, T. Alegria 2:30 PM: Michael Anderson, Patricia Enne, Peter 2 PM: Theresa Ameres, Michael Anderson, Gannon, Charlie Peg & Pat Jordan Patricia Enne 3:30 PM: Michael Anderson, Patricia Enne 3 PM: Michael Anderson, Patricia Enne Music at the Basilica presents A special St. Patrick’s Day Event March 17, 2016 This year Sacred Hearts is happy to welcome The High Kings, a traditional Irish singing group, to be with us for St. Patrick’s Day. Tickets will be on sale the week after Christmas. Tickets are $40 / $32. This will be a sellout event so visit our website or parish office now for best seats! Join our St. Bernard League Winter can be a beautiful time in the East End but for many senior citizens the cold and storms can be frightening and isolating. You can help! If you are a parishioner who could use a little St. Bernard help. Or, if you would be willing to lend a hand, please fill out the form below. __I/We could use winter help. Please include me in this ministry. __I/We would like to join and help one of our parishioners. Name __________________________________________ Address ________________________________________ Telephone number ________________________________ You can place the form in the collection basket or return it to the Parish Center. Lenten Mission 2016 A Mission of Mercy In this Holy Year of Mercy our Lenten mission will bring together three speakers to lead us in understanding the mission of mercy in our lives. Monday, March 7: Mercy Revealed in women of faith. Dr. Maria Basil, MD, a doctor and poet, will share her awareness of mercy in her life as healer. As a physician, wife, and mother Dr. Basil will reflect on faith, mercy, and healing in her life. How do we learn of mercy through Mary, the women Jesus meets along the way, and the saintly women of our church. Tuesday, March 8: Bishop Nelson Perez will be with us to speak about Mercy toward the refugee and immigrant. This special mission of our country is also at the heart of the Gospel. Wednesday, March 9: Police officer Steven McDonald will join us to speak about Mercy toward those who have harmed us. Officer McDonald was shot and paralyzed in 1986 while questioning a young suspect in a theft. Since that dreadful day he has preached a message of healing and forgiveness. PARISH MINISTRIES Email: __________________________________________ Cinema Basilica The Adult Faith Formation group is happy to announce __Cinema Basilica__ to bring films of Catholic interest to our parish. This series will begin on Saturday January 23rd at 10 A.M. in the Chapel Room of the Parish Center. The first film, “Amazing Grace” tells the true story of the legislation that abolished slavery in England. It is a winner. The short discussion afterwards is an important part of the program. SATURDAY AT THE MOVIES ALL ARE WELCOME! Please plan on joining us. There is no cost to attend this series. Films are currently scheduled to be held on select Saturday Mornings at 10:00 A.M. Please call the Office of Parish Social Ministry to reserve your seat, although reservations are not necessary, it will help us in planning. We are all looking forward to this exciting program, we are sure you won’t want to miss it!!! Saturday January 23, 2016 10:00 A.M. in Chapel Room of Parish Center This is the blockbuster portrayal of unsung real-life hero William Wilberforce shown in theaters worldwide in early 2007. Elected to Parliament at the young age of 21, Wilberforce, a devout Christian, worked tirelessly and courageously for many decades to abolish slavery in the British Empire, often against overwhelming opposition, and even when threatened with serious health problems. Finally, his efforts paid off and the Emancipation Bill was passed in 1833, one month after he died. An outstanding cast starring Ioan Gruffudd, Romola Garai, Michael Gambon, and Albert Finney. Saturday February 6, 2016 10:00 A.M. in Chapel Room of Parish Center Get ready to discover the "hidden" truths of Confession — truths that have always been embraced by theologians, saints, and mystics — now finally made understandable to all. Based on his best-selling book, this inspiring presentation by Vinny Flynn will forever change your view of the often misunderstood Sacrament of Confession as he explores the "hidden" truths of this encounter with Jesus. Vinny presents a new and more profound way of going to confession, inviting you to begin an exciting personal journey to healing and holiness. Saturday February 20, 2016 10:00 A.M. in Chapel Room of Parish Center In 1946, Jackie Robinson is a Negro League baseball player who never takes racism lying down. Branch Rickey is a Major League team executive with a bold idea. Rickey recruits Robinson for the Brooklyn Dodgers to break the unspoken color line as the first modern African American Major League player. As both anticipate, this proves a major challenge for Robinson and his family as they endure unrelenting racist hostility on and off the field, from player and fan alike. As Jackie struggles against his nature to endure such abuse without complaint, he finds allies and hope where he least expects it. And lets his bat, base-stealing and love of the game do his talking. Winner of the Heartland Truly Moving Picture Award. A strong cast with Chadwick Boseman, Harrison Ford, Lucas Black and Nicole Beharie. Our Lady of the Hamptons Thirty members of the OLH elite chorus, the Hamptones, visited the retired sisters at St. Joseph’s Convent in Brentwood, performing selections from their repertoire, engaging in intergenerational conversations. Father E Sheridan was the presider at the special liturgy to mark the opening of the Year of Mercy at OLH. The liturgy was prepared by the students of Prep 6 and their teacher, Mr. Peter Lynch. The twenty-fifth annual BUCKS FOR BOOKS raffle will be held on Saturday, February 6 with the drawing of the fifteen thousand dollar winner. Second and third prizes of five thousand and twenty-five hundred dollars will also be awarded. This will be a combined celebration Cocktail Party with dancing to a live DJ at 230 ELM in Southampton. Tickets for the Cocktail Party are available at the school, as are raffle tickets at one hundred dollars each. One thousand tickets will be sold in this effort to raise funds for the operating budget of Our Lady of the Hamptons School. Call 283-9140 for details. The registration period leading toward enrollment at OLH for September 2016 will open on January 12. Interested families are invited to request information packets early. Seating on the primary and intermediate grades will be limited, so early interviews are advised. Call 2839140 for details. We invite parishioners and friends to learn more about Our Lady of the Hamptons by visiting the website www.olh.org. Tours can be arranged at any time, by calling 283-9140. Bishop McGann-Mercy Diocesan High School Registration Day Bishop McGann-Mercy Diocesan High School Registration Day for accepted students January 30th from 9:00 a.m. through 12:00 p.m. For more information on Registration Day or general admissions please contact Robert DiRe by email at [email protected] or by phone at 631-727-5900 ext. 332. Regional School The annual Family Pancake Breakfast and Open House at OLH will be held on Sunday, January 31. This will mark the beginning of Catholic Schools’ Week. The public is invited to enjoy a full pancake and sausage breakfast and tour the school facility. The hosts will be the OLH Dads and the students of Prep 7. Contact Fr. Mike for a full trip brochure: [email protected] To book or for information, contact: Amanda: (800) 206 8687 ext: 109 email: [email protected] Visit our trip website: Faith and Justice www.pilgrimages.com/ frvetrano Life Corner :: SHJM Respect Life Ministry RESOURCES FOR THOSE SEEKING AN ALTERNATIVE TO ABORTION: Rockville Centre Diocese, 516-678-5800, ext.626, www.drvc.org/respectlife Birthright, 631-728-8900, 800-550-4900 Healing post-abortion: Rachel's Vineyard, 877-467-3463, www.rachelsvineyard.org Keep in mind: the March For Life 2016, will take place in Washington DC, Friday, January 22, 2016. On this day, marking the date in 1973 when abortion was legalized, hundreds of thousands from all over the world - mostly young men & women - will once again voice opposition to this decision. For those of us who cannot be present in person, let us support the effort with our prayers. For more information go to www.marchforlife.org. Full coverage of the March For Life -- interviews, speeches, etc. -- will be provided on Jan. 22nd by the EWTN television network -- CABLE channel 135, DIRECTV channel 370. Reflections On the Gospel from Pax Christi January 17, 2016 To celebrate the closing of the Merton Centenary, Kathleen Deignan, CND, Beth Bradley and her consort, Gadelica, will offer a concert to honor Thomas Merton's Celtic spirit. In word and song, this ensemble will offer selections from their new CD, "Asling"(ash-ling), a collection of sung visions and poems by Sister Kathleen - many texts drawn from the old collection called "The Carmina Gadelica" and realized in concert with an extraordinary troupe of musicians. Join us for this wonderful afternoon of song on Sunday, January 31, 2016, at 2:30 PM at Saint Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village, New York, Sixth Avenue at Washington Place - it just happens to be Merton's 101st birthday! All seats are $25 in advance, $30 at the door for adults and $15 with a student ID. Reserve now at www.nycharities.org, [email protected], or 212-420-0250 El Año Jubilar de la Misericordia – Durante este año el Santísimo estará expuesto para la adoración todos los jueves de la 1 a las 4 PM en la basílica de Southampton. Nuestra comunidad latina acompañará al Santísimo de 3 a 4. Se concluirá con la bendición solemne y habrá oportunidad de confesarse a fin de ganar la gracia del año jubilar. Tomado de http://w2.vatican.va/content/francesco/es.html Rincón de Información Curso Pre-Bautismal El curso se da el último domingo de cada mes a la 1:30 PM en el Apostolado Hispano en Southampton o a las 5:00 PM en la iglesia en East Hampton. El próximo curso será el domingo, 31 de enero. Favor de llevar la copia del acta de nacimiento del niño. Bautizos en Southampton serán el 7 de febrero el 6 de marzo, el 3 de abril y el 1º de mayo. El Asesor de Inmigración de Caridades Católicas En el Apostolado, jueves, 11 de febrero, de 2 a 5 PM. Comunidad de Oración para Adultos y Familias Los martes a las 7:30 PM en el salón parroquial. El 3r martes de cada mes - la hora santa en la iglesia. Divina Misericordia - Misa en la Basílica el cuarto miércoles de cada mes a las 8:00 PM. Preparación Pre Matrimonial – Para casarse por la iglesia, haga una cita para una entrevista con el P. Jesús o el P. Esteban. El curso pre-matrimonial se da por seis domingos, Cursillo Prematrimonial - A los interesados en de las 9 AM al mediodía comenzando el primer domingo contraer matrimonio por la iglesia católica, les estamos de octubre o de feb. informando que el Cursillo Prematrimonial si iniciará el 7 de febrero. Las reuniones serán los domingos de Requisitos para el Bautismo de un Niño Curso: Para bautizar a su hijo, es necesario que los padres y las 9 AM hasta las 12 en Southampton. padrinos asistan al curso pre-bautismal. Padrinos: Debe escoger a los padrinos conscientes de los requisitos. Los padrinos tienen que ser católicos bautizados, confirmados y que han hecho su Primera Comunión y deben poder comulgar. El padrino (madrina) debe ser un(a) soltero(a) o debe ser casado por la iglesia. Prevención del Cáncer - ¡Mujeres! Para hacer una cita Permisos: Si viven afuera de la zona servida por el para una mamografía gratis llame a la trabajadora, Apostolado Hispano, necesitan una carta de su párroco dándonos permiso para bautizar su hijo. ¿Conoce a alguien que tiene cáncer? - ¿Conoce a alguien que tiene cáncer? Fighting Chance es una organización que le puede ayudar gratis. Llame a Blanca (631-329-2425) para más información. Claudia, en el número 516-317-7663. Retiro Espiritual - Todos están invitados a un retiro Padre Esteban: Cel: 631-375-1001; Fax: 631-287-0986 Padre Jesus Arellano: Cel: 929-257-3467 espiritual organizada por el Movimiento Familiar Horas del Apostolado: los martes a viernes - 2-4 PM Cristiano Católico el sábado, 23 de enero de las 9 AM hasta las 3 PM. La donación será $20. APOSTOLADO HISPANO La Puerta Santa – Una puerta santa que se abre en un año de jubileo es una costumbre que ha existido desde el siglo 15 como una expresión de conversión. Peregrinos y penitentes pasan por ella como un gesto de dejar atrás el pasado y cruzar el umbral del pecado a la gracia, de la esclavitud a la libertad, de la oscuridad a la luz. Muchas veces estos ritos se asocian con la oración, una peregrinación, el sacrificio, la confesión e indulgencias. Pero una puerta santa tiene sentido sólo y cuando el creyente asocia la puerta con Cristo. Jesús es la Puerta. Como dijo el Papa Francisco: “Sólo hay un camino que abre la entrada a la vida de comunión con Dios: este es Jesús, el único y absoluto camino a la salvación. Sólo a Él se aplican en plena verdad las palabras del Salmista: “Esta es la puerta del Señor por donde los justos entren.” Que la Puerta Santa en la Basílica en Southampton les recuerde a todos que entren por ella que Jesús es el camino hacia la salvación. Que sea un símbolo de la misericordia eterna de Dios y su invitación constante que regresemos a Él. Y que la puerta de nuestro corazón se abra a su llamado. Intenciones del Papa para Enero Universal: Diálogo interreligioso - Que el diálogo sincero entre hombres y mujeres de diversas religiones, conlleve frutos de paz y justicia. Por la Evangelización: Unidad de los cristianos - Para que, mediante el diálogo y la caridad fraterna, con la gracia del Espíritu Santo, se superen las divisiones entre los cristianos. Kid’s Page 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, January 17, 2016