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St. Joseph Parish
3452 Andersonville Hwy (TN 61)
P.O. Box 387, Norris, TN 37828
Church phone (865) 494-7746
Church Contacts
Parochial Administrator:
Message to Parishioners of St. Joseph
Fr. Julius Abuh
Sacramental Emergencies: 865-457-1317
Pastoral Associate:
Deacon Dan Hosford
St. Joseph Office (865) 494-7746
[email protected]
Secretary: Angie Harber
Church Office: (865) 494-7746
Answering Machine is checked daily
Office Hours:
Tue - 9:30-1:30 & Thurs -9:30-1:30
Committees
Altar Servers
Mike Ferkany - 426-2627
CCW
Patti Ferkany - 426-2627
Columbarium
Bill Jolly - 922-9775
Finance
Eric Rauch - 494-0304
Liturgy
Margaret Donaldson - 925-1488
Maintenance
John Seymour - 254-3028
Men’s Club
George Miceli - 494-7933
RCIA
Judy Donovan - 494-5921
Rel. Ed
Cheryl Ridenour - 320-7942
Youth
Spiritual Life
Brothers and Sisters,
God has graciously called us here today to support each other in our faith and to be nourished at the
tables of the Word and the Eucharist. How do we, called
as disciples of Jesus Christ, hear the word of God and
put it into practice in our lives? Does it make a difference, or do our lives resemble the movie names after tomorrow’s celebration of Ground Hogs
Day - the same thing over and over
again? Perhaps our prayers today
can be to really hear what God is
saying to us, and to resolve to make
it reality in our lives.
Deacon Dan, Heidi Poore
Mike Ferkany
Beverly Froning - 865-607-3627
Spiritual Life Inspiration February 1, 2015
The Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Parish Council
Susan Miceli (Chairperson), Karen Thompson, John
Mosca, Susan Baker, Bob Kapolka, Kathy Ferowich,
Meetings are held on the FIRST Tuesday of each
month at 7:00pm.
Mass Schedule
Sunday
9:00 am
7:00 pm Spanish Mass
Tuesday
9:00 am
Thursday
9:00 am
Liturgy of hrs
8:45 pm Tues & Thurs am
Sacraments
Baptism - By appointment at least 4 weeks prior.
Contact Karen Meiring at (865) 494-7830
Reconciliation - Confessions 8:30 am Sundays or weekdays
by appointment by calling the church office (865) 494-7746
Marriage - 4 month preparation period as required by the
Diocese. Please Contact Deacon Dan
"A very noble figure, the aged Simeon!
Through many, many years he had desired the Messiah's coming. Now with
the unquestioning faith of a child, he
adores Israel's hope in a workman's
needy Child. His glowing love causes
him to feel young again as he takes the
Infant in his arms. There is nothing
more he wants from life. Having seen
the Redeemer, he is overcome with
gratitude and pours out from his soul
the night prayer of his life: 'Now, Lord,
you may dismiss Your servant in
peace.'"
Father Pius Parsch, Catholic Culture.org,
Reflections on The Presentation of the Lord (Candlemas),
Feast Day - February 2nd
Blessing of the Throats
Tuesday Feb 3 - 9:00 am
St. Joseph Catholic Community strives to strengthen the Kingdom of God through
our worship, service to others, spiritual growth and evangelization. We are a family-oriented, welcoming community,
with Christ as our focus. We participate with and support the greater community in works that encourage strong families and
community development. Our growing family includes all age groups, caring for each other’s needs.
Parishioner Registration - New to the Parish?
Welcome! Please see an usher for a
registration form.
Second Collections - Feb 18 - Church
Central and Eastern Europe.
Mass Intentions - For Mass intentions,
contact Sally Jackson or call the office.
Happy Anniversary
Gregory & Anne Lyles - 30 yrs, John & Kathy Mosca - 32 yrs,
Lawrence & Charlene MacDonald - 54 yrs
Happy Birthday
Eliseo Garcia - 2-2,
Hicks - 2-3,
Leah Fecco - 2-3, zach
Alec Chambers - 2-5, Monique Helton - 2-5,
Jack Currie - 2-8
(If your special day wasn't listed , please contact the office so we can update our records.)
Praying for Healing - Jesus helps us in the
painful situations we face in life. If you would
like to pray for physical, emotional, or
spiritual healing with the prayer team, see
Kathy Cloutier, Nikki Kapolka, Cathy Henn or
Gail Ratti Curran after Sunday Mass.
Eucharistic Adoration - “Could you not
spend even one hour with me?” Eucharistic
adorers are needed to pray for the faith
community of St. Joseph Church. Come
pray with the Lord every Thursday @ 6:00pm.
Sign up to be photographed for the church directory.
March 17th through March 21st, and then again March 24 through March 28th.
We begin photography Soon (See our posters for details). There is no
cost to the church and no sitting fee for your family. You will receive a
complimentary 8 x 10 portrait and a copy of the directory. You will also
have the opportunity to purchase additional portraits, wallet size to 30 x
40 in four professional finishes. You may also select from retouch services. The sale of
portraits fund the directory program, an important tool for building our church, our
ministries and our congregation. Our directory won’t be complete without you!
Please call 1-877-764-4535 or go to http://bit.ly/1sDaDu5 to schedule your appointment time.
Eucharistic Ministry - Please contact
Lynnette Currie—865-388-6363 or
[email protected] or the office if a family
member is in the hospital or nursing home
and wishes a Eucharistic Minister to visit.
Sacristan (Altar Care)- Thanks to Sally Jackson
for serving as Sacristan during the month of
January. Lynnette Currie and Jennifer will be
Sacristan for February. The 2015 sign-up sheet is
on the board at the back of church. If you
need training, please contact Addie Lackovic
494-9282 or Margaret Donaldson 925-1488.
Catholic Council of Women Corner
Bottles of Holy Water - are available, please take a bottle of Holy water, The
Holy water is on the wall to the right of the Baptismal font. You can also recycle Holy water bottles in the red basket at the entrances.
St Joseph CCW is looking for small free items to put in the 2015 KDCCW Convention bags. Please drop off at the CCW Board in the social hall by March 1
any items that you or your company would like to donate. Christian items.
Valentine Day Party
For all the women of the parish sponsored by CCW on February 10 at
7:00 PM in the social hall. Ania Williams will demonstrate making lotions.
Offerings ~ Jan 18, 2015
Regular
Second Collection—Latin America
$ 2,598.00
$ 774.50
Ania loves to make her own cleaning products and personal care products
that are friendly to all using natural ingredients. Ania is from Poland and
the mother of 2 beautiful children. There will be card signing and lots of
Total
$ 3,372.50
Operating Income (July thru Dec )
Capital Program Income (July thru Dec)
$ 123,024.19
$113,533.59
$27,430.90
Balance on Loan
$231,962.45
Expenses (July thru Dec)
Capital Program Balance
Please continue to pray for our Seminarian
and write to him if you wish.
Stephen Hamby
Sacred Heart School of Theology
$32,873.81
refreshments. Please come one and all.
St. Joseph Ministries - Feb 8, 2015
5th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Readers
Linda Rauch, Sally Jackson, and int. Deacon Dan
Ushers
Chuck Stearle, Dottie Stearle, and Jim Lackovic
Servers
Katie Curtin- Bells, and Mary Hicks- Candle
EMHC
Ken Barry, Patty Ferkany, Karen Meiring, Kathy Ferowich,
Deacon Dan
PO Box 429
Hales Corners, WI 53130.
Rosary
Sue Campbell
Youth Ministry
Corner
CCD - Next Sunday
High School Youth Ministry: All youth in
grades 8-12 are welcome to attend. It’s
never too late to join us and we welcome
newcomers each week. Normal meeting
days are Sunday from 6 - 7:30 pm in the
Youth Room. Our leaders are Deacon Dan,
Heidi Poore, and Mike Ferkany.
St. Therese CCW
will be hosting a
special event with
Sister Timothea.
She will be doing a talk on the
Psalms. Tuesday, February 17, 2015
at 6:30 p.m. In the Parish Hall at
St. Therese, Clinton.
Help support St. Joseph. It is
easy, just register and a portion
of your purchase will come
back to us in the form of a check for the
fund to be used as needed.
Kroger Community Rewards®
Please register and support St. Joseph
Catholic Church at:
krogercommunityrewards.com
and select
St. Joseph’s organization number: 28369
Senior Moments
Breakfast at Shoney’s Feb 5, 10:00am
Are you Ready to Grow Closer to God?
The next meeting will be Feb 19-
Join with other parishioners this Lent in . . .
Luncheon at Los Caballeros - 11:30 am
RSVP by 2-13-15 calling
Pandy (865)659-6926 or
Martha (865)494-8530.
Is a musical written to appeal to
teenagers. It is upfront… it is blunt…
it is life!
attend.
Saturday Feb 14 - 6 pm
Sunday Feb 15 - 3 pm
Parents of middle school age
children are encouraged to attend
on Sat and send your student on
Sunday of you feel it is a good
program for them to see.
Anderson County High School
Ticket information 1-800-459-7268
or WWW.MISH-INC.com
Our RCIA program (Rite of
Christian
Initiation
The Eucharist is our most
beautiful treasure.
All seniors are welcome to
of
Adults) is continuing, If you
are interested in joining
please contact. Please contact Deacon Dan or call the parish office with
-POPE BENEDICT XVI
Soda Can Tabs for
Ronald McDonald
House.
Please save the tabs and drop
them in the box at the back of
church. Every tab counts.
Prayer Shawl Please continue to pray
for those who received Prayer Shawls/
Comfort Blankets.. If you know anyone in need of peace, comfort or healing, blessed items are available at no
charge. Please contact Beverly Froning
865-607-3627, Kathy Cloutier
865-494-8790 or you
can also stop by the
church on Tues and
Thurs 9:30-12:30 and
speak with Angie
Harber.
any questions.
To be a participant in this
Lenten program stop by the sign up
table in the social hall Jan 25 through
Feb 8 or drop your form in the basket at
the side door.
If you have any questions
please or need more information
St. Albert the Great—Singles Group.
Monday, February 2nd at 6pm ~ Fountain
Lanes for bowling! $1.15 per game and $3.50
for shoe rental. Can't bowl!?! That makes it all
the more fun, so join us anyway! ~ 3315 N
Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37917
Tuesday, February 17th at 6ish ~ Cru Bistro for
$5.00 pizza specials ~ 141 S. Gay Street,
Downtown Knoxville.
Call, text or email with questions!
Sandy Stanulis 202-4648
Mark Your Calendars
Feb. 3
St. Joseph Website You can read each week’s
bulletin online, http://www.sjnorris.org
Calendar Events please fill out the form that
is in the binder by the Parish Office. You can
leave it in the binder or slip it under the door
of the Parish Office. You can continue to submit activities via the bulletin email. Please
have your announcements submitted by
Thursday to be included in the current week’s
bulletin. Bulletin Announcements
[email protected]
All interested parishioners may
participate fully in the sacrament by
praying with the Scriptures for the upcoming Sunday in a way that makes
them come alive.
Tuesday

9:00 am - Communion Service at
St. Joseph—Blessing of the throat
Parish council—7pm
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Feb. 4
Wednesday

7:00 pm - RCIA - Parish Hall
Feb. 5
Thursday
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9:00 am - Mass at St. Joseph
6:00 pm - Adoration
Feb. 6
Friday
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Feb. 7
Saturday
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Feb 8
Sunday
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9:00 am - Mass at St. Joseph
7:00 pm - Spanish Mass at St. Joseph
6:00 pm - YOUTH
The Diocese of Knoxville
Living our Roman Catholic Faith in East Tennessee
THE BISHOP’S APPEAL 2015 IS UNDERWAY
“ANSWERING HIS CALL”
Please spend some time this week reflecting on the Bishop’s Appeal
information that you received with your bulletin. Please remember that
the Bishop’s Appeal is much different than a one-time special collection. It
is a pledge campaign where you can make a gift payable in installments.
Thank you for your payment consideration and generous response.
SAVE THE DATE: St. Joseph School will be hosting their
16th Annual Mardi Gras fundraising event on Saturday,
February 21st, from 6:00-11:00. Come and enjoy the great
dinner, the silent auction, the dancing, the live auction and the
fantastic entertainment at this FUN community event. More
details to follow in the coming weeks. For more information,
contact Howie Sompayrac @ 804-8977 or email [email protected].
National Marriage Week 2015
Art Contest for Catholic kids.
The Committee on Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth of
the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
is encouraging all parishes to observe National Marriage
Week February 7-14, 2015. It begins with World Marriage
Day on Sunday, February 8, and ends with Valentine's Day
on February 14th. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate
the gifts and blessings of married life. The diocesan website
for the Office of Marriage Preparation and Enrichment has a
link to a seven day virtual retreat as a special affirmation and
support to engaged and married couples during National Marriage Week. Check it out at this link!
The theme of the contest is: “Wake up the World! Be witnesses of a different
way of doing things, of acting, of living!” The quote is from Pope Francis and we
hope that it will inspire the kids to think about consecrated life and their own
vocation.
http://dioknox.org/marriage-preparation-and-enrichment/marriageenrichment-opportunities/
Kids are encourage to participate. This is to help them think about what consecrated life is and to ask themselves if they have a vocation to become a religious
sister, brother or priest. At least it will hopefully focus their attention on the idea! There will be a prize for each finalist in each
different age group. Each entry is to have identification on it
(Child’s name, Parent’s name, Address, Phone Number, Email
address, Age, Grade and Parish) so that it can be returned and
identified. They will have to pick up the art work but I have encouraged our four parishes to display the artwork so the kids can
World Day of Consecrated Life Mass February 8, 2015
All are invited to share in the celebration of Mass for World
Day of Consecrated Life with the Religious men and women
of the Diocese. Mass will be on February 8, 2015 at 5pm at the
Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Please come and
share in the blessing of having their presence in our Diocese.
On Thursday, February 5, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. please
join the Most Reverend Bishop Richard F. Stika and Catholic
Charities of East Tennessee at our Open House to celebrate
the return of our administrative offices to the heart of Knoxville . 119 Dameron Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917. Kindly reply to
Catholic Engaged Encounter is an indepth marriage preparation experience
within the context of Catholic faith and values. The Diocese of Knoxville's Catholic
Engaged Encounter community invites married couples to get involved in this ministry
by praying for a fiancée couple, helping
with logistics, or attending a weekend retreat to share
your experiences as a married couple. For more information, contact Charles and Blanca Primm at [email protected] or visit engagedencounter.org.
Carrie McConkey at 865-684-1884 or [email protected]
Tickets for “A Conversation with the Cardinals” are on sale for a special evening at the
historic Tennessee Theatre featuring Cardinal
Timothy Dolan, Cardinal Justin Rigali and
Cardinal William Levada in a conversation
moderated by Bishop Stika on April 18, 2015
from 7-9 pm. Proceeds from this event will
benefit the St. Mary’s Legacy Foundation Mobile Health Clinic. Tickets are $15 and are
available and can be purchased online at the
Tennessee Theater webpage. If you call the
phone number listed in your bulletin for the
TN theatre, be advised that it is an 800 number
Invitamos a parejas de la comunidad hispana de la diócesis
a participar en una sesión de entrenamiento sobre cómo
facilitar la catequesis “El amor es Nuestra Misión: Familia
Plenamente Viva” para familias en sus parroquias. Para
más información por favor contactar a [email protected]
o llamar al 865 637-4769.
Por favor suscribete para que seas fotografiado
en el directorio de la iglesia.
Nosotros vamos a tomar las fotos para el directorio
prontamente(mira nuestros afiches, anuncios para
mas detalles). No hay costo para la iglesia y no costo de silla para
Las sesiones se realizarán en:
su familia. Ademas tu vas a recivir un 8x10 portraretrato y una
copia del directorio. Ademas de esto vas a recivir una opportuni-
Decanato de 5 Ríos Iglesia St. Patrick, Morristown
Jueves 22 de enero de 2015, 6:30 a 8:00 pm
Decanatos Cumberland y Smokey Mountains
Cancillería, Diócesis de Knoxville
dad para comprar retratos adicionals para su billetera o 30x40 en
cuatro diseños profesionales. Ademas puedes seleccionar servicios de retoques.la venta de portraretratos encontrada en el directorio del programa,una importante herramienta para construir
nuestra iglesia. Nuestro ministerio y nuestra congregacion. LLAMA
877-764-4535 ext 203 o ir a http://bit.ly/1sDaDu5
Sábado 31 de enero de 2015, 10:30 am a12 de la tarde
Decanato Chattanooga
Iglesia Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Chattanooga
Sábado 31 de enero de 2015, de 3 a 4:30 pm
LA COLECTA DEL OBICPO 2015 ESTÁ EN MARCHA
“RESPONDIENDO A SU LLAMADO”
La Colecta del Obispo 2015 comenzará con una información enviada por correo regular que muchos de los feligreses ya han recibido o recibirán próximamente. Es una comunicación del Obispo
Stika en donde les solicita hacer un generoso compromiso con la
Colecta de este año.
Su donación no solo provee los fondos de muchas de las operaciones de la Diócesis sino que brinda los fondos para servicios
que ayudan en gran manera a los ministerios de nuestra Parroquia. Por ejemplo, ayuda proveyendo los fondos para las necesidades de tecnología para los ministerios dé jóvenes y niños, la
formación de fe para los adultos, y las necesidades de nuestras
comunidades…
Este año, el tema de la Colecta es “RESPONDIENDO A SU LLAMADO”. Cada donación recogida en la Colecta permite a la Diócesis construir el reino de Dios en todo el Este de Tennessee.
Dios nos da todo lo que tenemos. Incluso cuando queremos creer que nuestros éxitos se deben a nosotros mismos, sabemos que
es Dios quien nos ha bendecido abundantemente con todo lo que
tenemos. Él siempre nos está dando. Su gracia siempre está ahí
para nosotros. Una manera en que podemos demostrar nuestra
gratitud es ofreciendo nuestro generoso apoyo financiero a nuestra parroquia, a nuestra diócesis y a la Iglesia en todo el mundo.
Las donaciones que hacemos hacen posibles ministerios, la educación y
Queridos miembros del Consejo Diocesano Hispano,
Por favor pasen la voz de la siguiente sesión informativa sobre la
orden ejecutiva del presidente sobre inmigración en cuanto al
estatus migratorio de los padres de ciudadanos americanos.
Bajo las Siglas de DAPA (Deferred Action for Parents of Americans) que se llevará cabo el 8 de febrero a las 12 del día en la
Iglesia Beata Teresa de Calcutta, ubicada en 4365 Maynardvill
Highway, Maynardville, TN 37807.
Por favor venir a esta sesión informativa Abajo está el enlace
del mapa de la Iglesia:https://www.google.com/maps/
place/4365+Maynardville+Hwy,+Maynardville,+TN+37807/
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