January 6, 2013

T HE E PIPHANY OF THE L ORD – J A N U A R Y 6, 2013
THE READINGS FOR THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD ARE:
IS. 40: 1-5
TITUS 2: 11-14
LK. 3: 15-16
Please Pray for
Sunday, January 6, 2013
8:00
Jordan Kelly
10:00 Margaret Murphy
Wolohan
Noon Bertha Miszkuly
5:30
Karen Holland –BC ‘65
Monday, January 7, 2013
5:30 Luciola De Ramos &
Leonilea Vise
Friday, January 11, 2013
12:15 Stephen Maloney
5:30 Capobianco, Casaletto
Family & Judge Mgt. C.
Scott
Sunday, January 13, 2013
10:00 Elizabeth Gervasini
Noon Maria Ambrusim Lorenzi
Saturday, January 12, 2013
9:00 The Duffy & McKinney
Families
4:00 Frank Campanella
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
5:30 Robert Reynolds
Dear Parishioners,
As we begin this new year, 2013, I want to give thanks to God for all the wonderful "gifts" we have in
our diverse parish community. The Christmas celebrations reminded me of the gift of beauty and
community that is the heart of our liturgical life. Many people commented to me how beautiful the
church looked and how consoling the liturgies were during the weeks of Advent and Christmas,
especially given the heart-breaking events right before Christmas.
I'm sure I don't have to remind you that the Christmas season continues today and ends with the
celebration of the Baptism of the Lord, next Sunday, January 13th. This weekend we celebrate "Little
Christmas", the feast of the "Epiphany" in which God's incarnate love is made manifest in the infant
Jesus. It is a day of gift-giving for our Latino brothers and sisters and should remind us of the many gifts
we give and receive during this Christmas time, especially those of family and friends.
I'm not sure whether the reason for the light attendance at Mass this past Sunday was due to the snow or
people being out of town, but I was grateful that the large percentage of our income comes through the
pledge program. Before we started the pledge, I would worry about how we would make up for the loss
of income on a snowy weekend. I still worry, but not to the same extent :-) So let me thank you again if
you have made a pledge for 2013. If you haven't had the time to pledge yet, we'll be grateful to receive it
at your convenience.
Words cannot express my gratitude for all the ways in which you make St Ignatius such a vibrant, lifegiving parish community. Please know that I'll be praying for you throughout this coming year. As we
sing together the words of the song, “We Three Kings”, let us pray that we may be guided to come to
worship and adore the One who reveals the beauty, the tenderness and vulnerability of our God.
"O Star of Wonder, Star of Night, Star with Royal Beauty Bright, Westward Leading Still Proceeding,
Guide Us to Your Perfect Light".
In God’s Incarnate Love,
Fr Bob
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THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR
Sunday, January 6
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Tuesday, January 8
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Wednesday, January 9
Friday, January 11
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Contemporary Music Ensemble – Upper Church
4:30 pm
Liturgy Commision Meeting – Conference Room
7:15 pm
Transitions – Friary Room
7:15 pm
Children’s Carol Choir – Choir/Media Room
4:30 pm
Parish Choir Rehearsal – Choir/Media Room
7:15 pm
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament – Lannon Chapel
12:45 pm
REFUGEE AWARENESS ON WORLD DAY FOR MIGRANTS AND REFUGEES
Pope Benedict has designated 1/13/2012 as World Day for Migrants and Refugees. The St. Ignatius ARRUPE
group (Assisting Refugee Resettlement Using Parish Energies) will offer a refugee awareness session in the Media
Room in the lower church at 11:00 am on January/13/2012. “Find Out” what the Church does to help refugees:
globally, around the US, in Massachusetts and right here at St. Ignatius Parish. A brief presentation will be
followed by a *s**creening of award-winning film: Monkey Dance, dealing with teens from refugee families
coming of age in Lowell, Massachusetts. The filmmaker, Julie Mallozzi, will introduce the film. Don’t miss it! If
you can’t make it on that date, but want to know more, email: [email protected] or [email protected].
ST. IGNATIUS WOMEN’S RETREAT
"A Woman's Search for God" directed by Sr.Clare Walsh
WHEN: January 25-27, 2013
WHERE: The Connors Family Retreat and Conference Center in Dover, MA
COST: $225
DEPOSIT: $100
Call Betty McLaughlin (617 552-6102) at the Parish Offices to register or if you would like more information
please contact either Martha Sullivan at 508
668-7268, Mary Dailey at 617 332-6987, or Mary Santapaula at 617
879-0395.
BOOK BISCUSSION
On January 13th at 11:15 in the Parish Offices, there will be a discussion of the book Bright Evening Star by
Madeleine L'Engle. Described as a personal reflection of the mystery and majesty of the Incarnation of Jesus
Christ, Bright Evening Star provides a glimpse into the life stories of this prolific author and her encounters with
God. L'Engle invites us on a spiritual adventure that leads to hope, joy, and a closer relationship with Jesus.
According to Madeleine L'Engle, Christmas should be a time of awed silence. If you're looking for a unique and
Christ-centered Christmas meditation, Bright Evening Star will be a rich and delightful discovery -- year round. All
are welcome to participate in this discussion.
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St. Ignatius Church, 28 Commonwealth Avenue, Chestnut Hill, MA
LITTLE ROCK BIBLE GROUP HOLIDAY PARTY- Just when you thought the holidays were over, there’s
one more party to go to. The Little Rock Holiday Pot Luck party will be held on Sunday, January 13th in the
Parish Office from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm. There will be music, food, singing of Christmas carols and a Yankee
swap. All participants from the Bible Group (past and present) are welcome. For more information, directions and
what to bring, call John Dafarra at 781-899-9540.
WE
GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE THE
D ONATIONS
MADE IN THE
M ONTH
OF
N OVEMBER
AND THE
C HRISTMAS P OINSETTIA D ONATIONS
MADE IN MEMORY OF :
TOM ANDREWS & VAL PRIDE
SEAN E.LUCEY
LES BROOKS
ROSE ANNE MCCUSKER
JAMES & FRANCES DARCY
MATTHEW & MARY O’CONNOR
DONALD CHEETHAM
KATHLYN V. MCFARLAND
COL. JOHN P. DOWNING, JR.
ANNE E. REGOLINO
ANN & JAMES CORKUM
JOAO STEFANON
MICHAEL, MARIE, JOSEPHINE GILARDE
THERESE TRENHOLM
EILEEN & CHARLIE KOKINAS
INEZ & PRIMO LORENZONI
OUTREACH MINISTRIES
COMING…
January 13th: World Day for Migrants and Refugees. The St. Ignatius ARRUPE group
(Assisting Refugee Resettlement Using Parish Energies) will offer a refugee awareness
session in the Media Room in the lower church at 11 AM.
January 22nd: Shattuck Fourth Tuesday. As always, we’ll
need servers and desserts.
February 9th/10th:
Our Valentine’s Day at-the-door collection.
February 9th/10th: Materials will be out for the Rice Bowl Lenten
program.
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St. Ignatius Church, 28 Commonwealth Avenue, Chestnut Hill, MA
La Página Hispana
Del Escritorio del Padre Bob
Queridos Parroquianos,
Al principio de este Nuevo Año 2013, quería agradecer a Dios por todos los regalos maravillosos que
tenemos en nuestra comunidad tan diversa. Las celebraciones de la Navidad me recordó del don de la
hermosura y de la comunidad que revela el corazón de nuestra vida litúrgica. Tantas personas me
comentaron de la belleza de la Iglesia y cuan consoladora eran las liturgias durante Adviento y Navidad,
especialmente con los eventos trágicos que ocurrieron antes de la Navidad.
Estoy seguro de que no necesito recordarles que el tiempo de Navidad sigue hasta el domingo que
viene con la celebración del Bautismo del Señor. Como saben bien, hoy celebramos el Día de Los
Reyes Magos, la Epifanía, el día en que el Amor de Dios se manifiesta en el niño Jesús, quien es la Luz
de las Naciones. Para ustedes, en especial, es un día cuando regalan los niños como los Magos
regalaron al niño Jesús. Nos recuerda de los regalos que damos y recibimos durante este tiempo, en
especial aquellos de nuestros familias y nuestros amigos.
Hablando de los dones que hemos recibido, debo decirles que el servicio que celebré para Josefa, una
de nuestras parroquianas que murió el día de la Vigilia de Navidad me conmovió muchísimo. Me
impresionó el numero de las parroquianos que vinieron a recordar a Josefa y a ofrecer apoyo y
consolación a su familia. La fe de nuestra comunidad me es evidente en momentos del luto además de
aquellos cuando nos podemos regocijar.
En el evangelio de hoy, los Reyes Magos han visto una estrella que los guía a la casa donde
encontraron a María, José y el niño Jesús. Creo que en nuestra comunidad la estrella que nos guía a la
Sagrada Familia es Caridad. Su fe y su fidelidad es un modelo para todos nosotros. Cuando veo la
esfuerza que hace cada domingo para que pueda asistir en la Misa, estoy tan conmovido. A decir la
verdad, me pregunto cómo es posible que tantas personas encuentran tantas razones por no venir a la
Misa dominical cuando para ellos es mucho más fácil a venir. Como ya les dije, Caridad nos revela la
importancia de nuestra fe y de nuestra comunidad como la Estrella revela a todas las naciones quien es
el que adoremos y a quien damos alabanza.
Por fin, déjenme desearles un Nuevo Año lleno de la gracia de Dios y de muchas bendiciones que
merecen.
En el amor de Jesús.
Padre Bob
¡Feliz Año Nuevo!
SAVE
THE
DATE: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6TH –NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL SERVICE AWARD
DINNER - This year’s event will honor Fr. John Unni of St. Cecilia’s Parish and Fr. Bob VerEecke, SJ of St. Ignatius
for the generous service they and their parishioners provide to Nativity Prep and others in need. For more
information, please call 857-728-0031, x21 or email [email protected].
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CHURCH OF SAINT IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA
28 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE – CHESTNUT HILL, MA 02467
PHONE 617-552-6100
FAX: 617-552-6101
E-MAIL [email protected]
WEB: HTTP://BC.EDU/ST-IGNATIUS
THE PARISH STAFF
REV. ROBERT F. VER EECKE, SJ, PASTOR
REV. KENNETH G. LOFTUS, SJ, ASSOCIATE
REV. JOHN ALLAN LOFTUS, SJ, ASSOCIATE
CAP TEAM MEMBER (CHAIR)
MICHAEL BURGO, DIR. OF MUSIC MINISTRY
TIMOTHY ZIMMERMAN, ASSOCIATE DIR.
OF MUSIC / ORGANIST
SR. DIANE VALLERIO, OSF, DIR. OF OUTREACH
AMY CHAPMAN, FAITH FORMATION DIRECTOR
SUSAN STUART, ASSOC. DIR. FAITH FORMATION
DANIEL ROBB, CORD. FAITH FORMATION
JOSE MARIO LOPEZ, CORD. SPANISH MINISTRY
RICHARD MOYNIHAN, BUSINESS MANAGER
ELIZABETH MCLAUGHLIN, ADM. ASSISTANT
WALTER FOTHERGILL, FACILITIES MANAGER
KATHY MAHER
MARC GERVAIS
CAP TEAM MEMBER
CAP TEAM MEMBER
[email protected] 617-552-6100
[email protected] 617-552-6100
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617-552-6100
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617-552-6108
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[email protected] 617-552-6103
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617-552-6128
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617-552-6102
WALTER.FOTHERGILL 617-552-6119
@BC.EDU
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[email protected]
THE CELEBRATION OF EUCHARIST
SUNDAY
WEEKDAY
SATURDAY
UPPER CHURCH 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 NOON, 5:30 PM
LOWER CHURCH 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, FAMILY LITURGY
12:00 MISA EN ESPANOL EN LA CAPILLA LANNON
12:15 PM, 5:30 PM – LOWER CHURCH
LOWER CHURCH 9:00 AM, UPPER CHURCH 4:00 PM (Vigil)
THE SACRAMENTS
BAPTISM
Adults are baptized at the Easter Vigil as part of the Rites of Christian Initiation for
Adults. Infant and child baptisms are by arrangement.
FIRST EUCHARIST
Preparation begins in Grade 1 and includes classes, retreats and home instruction.
CONFIRMATION
Our Confirmation program begins in the 9th grade. Students are confirmed in the
Spring of the 10th grade. Young adults who have been catechized but are not yet
confirmed should contact the rectory for an alternative program.
MATRIMONY
Must be registered as a parishioner six months prior to beginning Marriage arrangements.
RECONCILIATION
Saturdays 3:15 – 3:45 PM Upper Church or by arrangement
ANOINTING OF THE SICK by arrangement.
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