January 25, 2015 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Roman Catholic Church Established 1852 Minor Basilica Status Granted June 21, 2008 Basilica Dedicated November 1, 2008 Pastor Very Rev. Richard Catanach Pastoral Staff Liturgical Director & Gift Store Manager…….Pat Stuth Director of Religious Education………………Mary Lujan Maint./Cust./Grounds…..Mark Marquez Office Manager………….Greg Sánchez Secretary…………………Leanora “Ellie” Vasquez Weekly Mass Schedule Sunday/domingo Monday/lunes Tues/mar Wed/mier with Thursday/jueves Friday/viernes* Saturday/sabado Español………...8 :00 am English………….11:00 am English…………..5:30 pm Español………….5:30 pm English…………..5:30 pm Rosary…………..5:30 pm English…………..5:30 pm English…………..5:30 pm Staff Meeting (Monday) …….1:00 pm —2:30 pm Contact Us Phone:……(575) 526-9349 Fax:……….(575) 647-1619 Mailing…….P.O. Box 26 Address…...Mesilla, NM 88046 Office:……...2280 Calle Principal Email:……[email protected] Website:…...SanAlbino.org with Anointing of the Sick during Mass Monday—Fri./lunes-Viernes..9:00 am—4:00 pm An English Mass is celebrated on Tuesday at 8 am and a Spanish Mass on Wednesday at 8 am at the Carmelite Monastery—2015 Glass Road, Las Cruces. You are welcome to attend. Thursday………….10 am — 4:00 pm Friday……………...10 am — 4:00 pm Saturday …………..12 pm — 5:00 pm Sunday…………….12 pm — 5:00 pm Monday…………….12 pm 4:00 pm 2270 Calle Principal Mesilla, NM 88046 (on north side of office building) Parish Council Members Reconciliation/Confession Monday after Mass and Saturday 4-5 p.m—or by appointment Lunes despues de Misa y Sábado 4-5 pm—o por cita Sacrament of *First Friday Mass (Nov— Feb)…………12:10 pm Anointing of the Sick Parish Office Hours Religious Gift Shop Bertha Gallegos, Ronny Limón, Robert McComas, John Medina, Concha Oakeley, Vicky Schneider Finance Council Members **Offered during First Friday Mass at 5:30 pm Tim Altamirano, Gabe Anaya, Ronny Limón, Mary Lujan, Phill Swanson **En la Misa de cada primer viernes a las 5:30 pm View our Bulletin Online: www.sanalbino.org From the Pastor’s Desk Dear Parishioners, This past week lots of prayers were offered regarding the sanctity of human life. Forty-two years ago on January 22nd, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its decision regarding the legalization of abortion. Since then, about 50 million unborn babies have been aborted in this country. Abortion occurs for many reasons but it all boils down to fear. One is afraid to have a baby because: they are not married and ashamed and don’t want to get married at that time; fear that a baby will effect plans about college or career; fear that the baby might be born with a defect; or some other reason. Fear is the underlying reason for wanting an abortion. The opposite of love is fear and this is why Jesus says so many times, ‘do not be afraid.’ Mother Theresa said it well as I paraphrase; ‘a nation is at its lowest point when it becomes afraid of its own babies.’ We are called to respect human life from the womb to the tomb. If we, as a whole, disrespect any part of life, then it will get to a point where the sanctity of human life is meaningless. We pray that we not get to that point ever. The United In Ministry kick-offs dinners on west side of the diocese begin this week. I will be on the road the evenings of the next two weeks to speak about UIM and hand out rebates. We will receive a good UIM rebate this year and that will help our parish in its bottom line. Thank you to all who participated. Also, mark you calendars for Saturday, February 7th so as to join in the Las Cruces UIM dinner at the Farm and Ranch at 5:30 p.m. The Gospel really shows us the truth about Jesus and his words. He gathered his disciples by asking them to follow him. They left everything including their work to do so. It takes a special person to convince someone to leave one’s livelihood and follow him or her. Jesus was that person and he calls us to do the same. God bless you, Fr. Richard Sacrament of Baptism Worshipping with us at Mass is a time to spiritually prepare both you and your family for the Sacrament of Baptism. Baptism preparation requires at least 3 months. Parents who are registered in the parish desiring and planning baptism for their child are to come by the office to register for baptism classes, and to make an appointment with the pastor to begin baptism preparation. Only after this initial meeting with the pastor may a tentative baptism date be set. Pre-baptism classes are required for both parents and Godparents. Godparents must have received the sacrament of Confirmation and, if married, married in the Roman Catholic Church and be receiving Holy Communion regularly. Only one Godparent is necessary. If two (2), then male and female are required. Please come by the office to register for baptism classes. Two consecutive classes are required. BAPTISM CLASS SCHEDULE 2015 February 24th & March 3rd May 26th & June 2nd Aug 25th & Sept. 1st 2 consecutive classes are required. Those of you that are looking at baptizing on Easter Sunday. A reminder that classes are Feb. 24th and March 3rd Sacrament of Holy Matrimony Regular Mass attendance is an important spiritual preparation for your wedding in the Church. Please contact the office for an appointment at least EIGHT MONTHS prior to your possible wedding date. Only after this meeting may a tentative date be discussed. Please Pray for Our Sick & Homebound If you know of anyone needing prayer, please call the parish office at 526-9349 to include them on our Prayer List. Also, please call if there is a change or to remove a name from the list. Eddie Gamboa, Jr. Luis Garcia Msgr. Bob Getz Suzi Hagen Marie Holguin Fred Allen LemonPlease Pray for Our Sick Johnson Kevin Michael LemonBertha Alatorre Eddy Briones Johnson Manuel F. Cadena Eddie Lopez Richard Carrera Sidney Lopez Ray Davis Jo Mary Lujan Tony DePiazza Patti Lyles Maggie Duran Eddy Martinez Dora Estrada Rosalie Martinez Rita Fernandez Anita Medina Mary Flores Felipe Medina Joseph Murillo Bertha Navarette Solomon Padilla, Jr. Pablo Perez Maria Rios Raymond Saenz Petra Tellez Lucille Fountain Valentine Brizzanna Zapata Please Pray for Our Homebound Esther Gallegos Ignacio Gonzalez Casimiro Kowal Chuck Perea Rita Smith Hollis Smith Weekday Mass Schedule Evening Prayer Mon.-Fri. at 5:15pm Monday Mass……………………...5:30pm. Confession after Mass Tuesday Mass (Sp) ……………….5:30 pm Wednesday Mass………………….5:30 pm Thursday Rosary (No Mass).…….5:30 pm Friday Mass ……………………….5:30 pm Parish Ministries 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time Saturday, January 17th 5:30pm Mass For parishioners by Father Richard Sunday, January 18th 8:00 am Mass Special intention for Regina Galvan by Kathleen McManus †Cheno Garcia by family 11:00 am Mass †Pablo,†Inez Alejo by Mary Madrid Monday, January 19th 5:30pm Mass Special intention for all our priest and those discerning a life of service in the church Tuesday, January 20th 5:30pm Mass Special intention for all involved with feeding the poor Wednesday, January 21st 5:30 pm Mass Special intention for all souls in purgatory Thursday, January 22nd NO MASS–Rosary 5:30pm Friday, January 23rd 5:30pm Mass †Beth Shannon by family Saturday, January 24th 5:30 pm Mass †Jose,†Ramon Alejo by Mary Madrid †Ricardo,†Freddy Portillo by Richard,Marty & Sarah. Sunday , January 25th 8:00 am Mass For parishioners by Father Richard 11:00 am Mass Special intention for an increase in devotion to the Rosary Altar Servers Richard Lohmeyer..…………………….………...526-9349 Docents Jim Yankovic …..…......................................(773) 396-9671 Funerals Bertha Gallegos………………………….………..526-9349 Lectors Frank Chavez….…………………………….…....525-3429 Min. of Holy Communion John & Kathy Medina……………………….…...526-9349 Pro-Life Jim and Martha Beasley……………………..…..523-6923 RCIA & Gabriel Project Richard Hinderliter……………….......................680-2871 Sick & Homebound Bertha Gallegos……….…………………….…....526-9349 LCCS AND SISBARRO PRESENT THE GREAT CAR RAFFLE...... WE ARE RAFFLING OFF A BRAND NEW DEEP CHERRY RED JEEP PATRIOT!!! Please support Holy Cross Catholic School and St. Mary's High School...AND win a BRAND NEW JEEP!!! ONLY 150 tickets printed, tickets are $500 each...Drawing will take place March 16, 2015 at the O'Blarney Golf Tournament. NEED NOT BE PRESENT TO WIN!!!!!!!! Credit cards accepted. Tickets are available at the front office, or through Christy Saiz. You may contact her at 480-272-4002 or via email at [email protected]. END OF YEAR TAX LETTER Please call the parish office if you would like a letter for tax purposes Readings Week of January 25 Sunday: Jon 3:15, 10/1 Cor 7:29 31/Mk 1:1420 Monday: 2 Tm 1:18 or Ti 1:15/ Mk 3:2230 Tuesday: Heb 10:110/Mk 3:31 35 Wednesday: Heb 10:1118/Mk 4:120 Thursday: Heb 10:1925/Mk 4:2125 Friday: Heb 10:3239/Mk 4:26 34 Saturday: Heb 11:12, 819/Mk Please bring palms to parish office for use on Ash Wednesday Last Sunday’s Collection January 18, 2015 Ofrenda del domingo pasado 18 de enero Collections/ Colección…………………$ Children/Niños…………...$ Total Collection…………..$ Second Collection……….$ United in Ministry Update El Progreso de UIM 2015 Goal $36,500 (projected) Gracias por su Generosidad! Thank you for your generosity! Carmelite Monastery 2015 Glass Road Las Cruces, NM 88005 575-524-2951 For prayer, spiritual counseling, or to offer a donation. Next Week’s Second Collection: San Albino Calendar Recurring Events Every 3rd Mon. 5:30pm Catholic Daughters Every Tues.6:30pm RCIA (Finley Hall at IHM) Every Tues.6:30-8:30pm Every 4th Mon. 6:30pm Every 3rd Sun. Every Thurs. 6:30pm –8:30 Every Sat. 7:00am-9:00am Taller de Jesus Sana y Libera Knights of Columbus Mtg. Food Drive by the KofC Familias Unidas en Cristo TMIY Upcoming Events Feb 6 Friday UIM Dinner, Farm & Ranch 6:00pm Addiction & Abuse Help Lines/ Ayuda Para Adiciónes y Abuso Al-Anon Family Groups— (575) 525-2983 or (575) 526-4381 Al-Anon Alateen—El Paso (915) 562-4083 Albuquerque (505) 262-2177 Alcoholics Anonymous— (575) 527-1803 Alcohol A 24 Hour Help Line (575) 373-8270 Gambling Problems— 1-800-572-1142 La Casa Inc. — (575) 526-2819 — Domestic Violence La Piñon — (575) 526-3437 Sexual Assault Recovery Legal Service Program (Catholic Charities) (575) 527-0500— Immigration legal services National Domestic Violence 1-800-799-7233 Retrouvaille Marriage Program Call Tony & Terri De Piazza at (575) 523-3975. Retrouvaille is for married couples, alone or distant form their partner, who are anxious about their marriage relationship. La Frontera — 1-855-334-2400 Mental health Sex Addicts Anonymous— 1-800-477-8191 If you or someone you know has been the victim of sexual abuse by clergy or church personnel, contact the victim’s assistance coordinator at (575) 523-7577, or e-mail: [email protected]. Reporte El Abuso Sexual Si usted o alguien que usted conoce ha sido victima de abuso sexual por parte del clero o personal de la iglesia, póngase en contacto el Coordinador de Asistencia a Victimas de Abuso Sexual de La Basilica of San Albino Upcoming Events ACTS RETIRO PARA MUJERES ACTS Retiro Para Mujeres en espanol del 1922 febrero, 2015. Estamos aceptando las inscripciones, y estan disponibles en la oficina parroquial de la Catedral del Imaculado Corazon de Maria. Para mas informacion, por favor contacte a Silda Garcia (575) 6502416 o a Irene Gomez (575) 644-5353. Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass Couples married any of years are welcome to attend the Annual Anniversary Mass on Saturday Feb. 14 at 11am at IHM Cathedral. Come and give witness to and receive encouragement from those couples who are celebrating the designated years (25,30,35,40,45,50+) Please call the parish office to register for this event. Misa Annual de Aniversario de Bodas Las Parejas casadas cualquier número de años están invitadas a asistir a la Misa Annual de Aniversario de Bodas que se llevará acabo se sábado 14 de febrero a las 11am en la IHM Catedral. Acompáñenos a dar testimonio y a recibir ánimo de esas parejas quienes celebrant los años designados de matrimonio (25,30,35,40,45,50 +) Por favor comuníquese a la oficina de San Albino para registrarse para este evento especial. MAGNIFICAT Saturday, January 31, 2015 9:00am —11:30pm Guest speaker: Fr Tom Smith, OFM New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum 4100 Dripping Springs Road Las Cruces NM 88011 Tickets are on sale in the parish office January 25, 2015