Annunciation BVM Church February 1, 2015 The Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time 1511 South 10th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 Rectory 215-334-0159 Fax: 215-462-5065 Pastor: Rev. John E. Calabro Business Manager: Ms. Cathy Sampere Hall Rental Managers: Mr. Frank Franzini 267-702-9798 Mr. Mario Mangini 215-519-1495 Saturday: Confession 4:30-5:00 PM Mass 5:00 PM Sunday (English): Mass 7:30 & 11:00 AM Sunday (Spanish): Mass 9:00 AM Ministerio Hispano: Sr. Maria Lauren, MSBT “Annunciation BVM is a faith-filled community fostering hope and practicing charity.” We welcome all new parishioners and encourage you to join our faith community and register, by phone or in person, at the Rectory. The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is available every Saturday from 4:30-5 p.m. or by calling the Rectory to schedule an appointment with a priest. The Rectory hours are M-Th. 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Fri. morning 9-til noon. February 1, 2015 SAVE THE DATE! WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES-PHILADELPHIA 2015 THROAT BLESSING In honor of the Feast of Saint Blaise, throats will be blessed after all Masses this weekend. ***************************************************************** Saturday 01/31 5:00 p.m. Maria Cancelliere 1st Anniversary - Family Sunday 02/01 7:30 a.m. Fr. Ron Jakows - Friends 9:00 a.m. (Spanish) 11:00 a.m. Elisa Maiorini - Maiorini Family Monday 02/02 7:30 a.m. Tuesday 02/03 7:30 a.m. Josephine Mirarchi - Mario and Jean Mangini FEAST OF SAINT BLAISE Testa Family - Marie Graci Wednesday 02/04 7:30 a.m. Thursday 02/05 7:30 a.m. . For the People of the Parish Philomena Giordano - Connie Delizio Friday 02/06 7:30 a.m. Saturday 02/07 5:00 p.m. Sunday 02/08 7:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. No Intention Elizabeth Sampere - Daughter, Cathy Linda Bocolo - Family (Spanish) Albert Glielmi - Daughter FROM TODAY’S GOSPEL READING: All were amazed and asked one another, “What is this? A new teaching with authority. He commands even the unclean spirits and they obey him.” Join us for a once in a lifetime event at the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia on September 22-27, 2015. The theme is “Love is Our Mission: The Family Fully Alive”. Families from around the world will come together for prayer, speakers, celebrations, and activities for all ages. All are welcome! Visit the official World Meeting of Families website at: WorldMeeting2015.org to learn more and to sign up for regular updates on how you can participate. Please Pray for the following: PERSONS SERVING OUR COUNTRY: If you know anyone who is serving our country, please call the Rectory and we can add them to the prayer list. OUR SICK : Phyllis D’Orazio, John Murphy, Anna Panzano, Cynthia Barbera, Thomas Tartack, Christine Fitzgerald, Mr.& Mrs. Pruna, Florence Herner, Carmella Wittenberg, Frank Fortuna, Rita Monzo, Patty Cara, Laurie and Rebakah Goodwin, Isitza Carla Cesar Dera, Frances DelBorrello, Rachel Sgamato, Susanne V. Wood, Jean Cedrone, Martha Sorrentino, Anthony Damore, Mary Condora, Elaine Piselli, Larry DeLizio, Mary Grace Rocco, Georgina Donnelly, Mrs. Coco, Shawn Pettine, Robin Kent, Helen Henderson, Shawn Fitzgerald, Domenic Petrella, Elsie Capitano, Barbara Kateusz, Gail Rebuck, Darbianna Goodwin, Charlie and Sharon Parto, Laurie and David Axe, Elvira Squilla, Edward Grassinger Jr, William Goodwin, III, Anthony Cedrone, Grace Scalia, Eleanor Cona, Theresa Scola, Michael Riley, Baby Sonny Alfieri, Delia Sabatini, Robert Ridolfi, Rosemary Ianieri, Daniel McGowan, Julio Pontes, Joseph Borda, Lou Trasatto, Rita & John Scola, Midge Enrico-Caruso, Andrew Longo, Tom Hart, Cpl. Bianca Nigro, Gabarella Nigro, USN, Charlene Hobbs, Sheila Kendall, Brian Webb, Jose and Rayna Castro, Kathy Maldenado, Janice Vernile, Joseph Descano, Miguel Anazco, Cass and Eugene Ochiuto Jr., Leanora DeFeo, Josephine DeFeo, Aurelia Minardi, Maria Coccia, Lucy Ranelli, Robert & Phyllis Lott, Lois Di Tedoro, Patricia Iraci, Dolores Russino, Dolly DiJoseph, Theresa Ripoli, Madeleine Dziena, Bryan Anderson, Patricia Rosato, Carmella Rizzio, Alan Garms, Charles Massucci. REFLECTION: Who speaks to us with authority? Whose words, guide our spirits and direct our energies? Is it the voice of Pope Francis who expresses concern for the poor, the persecuted and the environment? Or, are we influenced by other “authorities”. How much sway over us have political parties, blogs, editorials, the opinion of others, etc? We are responsible to form our conscience according to God’s authoritative word - but who and what helps us do that? Also, please pray for those seeking jobs. Please call the Rectory to add a name to this list. PLEASE PRAY TO SUPPORT THOSE IN NEED PRAYER IS AN EASY AND POWERFUL ACTION! PARISH & COMMUNITY NEWS WELCOME TO OUR PARISH COMMUNITY! CONGRATULATIONS! On January 25, after the 11:00 Mass, Giovanna Rizzio, daughter of Michael and Jennifer Leberte Rizzio was Baptized. Born of Water and the Holy Spirit, Giovanna was received into the Roman Catholic Community and began her journey of faith that will last throughout her lifetime. Congratulations to the Rizzio/Leberte Family! Please keep Giovanna and her family in your prayers. Congratulations to our students who received the Sacrament on Reconciliation at St. Nicholas of Tolentine Church this week. God bless you always! ********************************************************************* FIRST COMMUNION First Communion will be celebrated on Sunday, April 26th, at 11 A.M. Please pray for our children ***************************************************************** and their families. ********************************************************************* PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR DECEASED Sacrament of Confirmation ROSE D’OLIO Archbishop Charles Chaput REST IN PEACE! The office of the Archbishop has informed us that ***************************************************************** Archbishop Chaput will confirm our children PADRE PIO CHAPTER - THE SONS OF ITALY attending St. Anthony of Padua Regional School and CCD on Sunday, April 12th, at the 11 A.M. Mass DESIGNER HANDBAG BINGO in Annunciation Church. This is an honor for our SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH, 2015 Parish to have the Archbishop confirm our children here at Annunciation. Doors open at 1pm, Bingo starts at 2pm Admission - $30.00 each ($35.00 at the door) Please pray for our Confirmandi and their families. Food, Drinks, Games and Auctions *************************************************************** Bring extra cash for “Specials”, 50-50, and Auctions FAMILY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT PRAYER GROUP Every Thursday there is a weekly prayer group meeting in our Chapel. This will be a time of prayer, Scripture ***************************************************************** Reflection and sharing. We meet on Thursdays, 7:00PM RESTORATION ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE CHURCH until 9:00 PM. Please plan to join us. All are welcome. Significant work must be done on the exterior of our ******************************************************************** Church. An inspection by the engineering firm of THE PADRE PIO CHAPTER SONS OF ITALY LODGE O’Donnell-Nacarotto, and mandated by the city has determined that there are serious issues that must be The next meeting of our Padre Pio Chapter Sons of Italy Lodge will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2015, at addressed. We are currently obtaining bids for this major project. The work will begin in the Spring. Ini- 6:30 PM, in the Parish Center. All members and anyone interested in joining our Lodge are welcome to attend tial estimates are between $250,000 and $300,000. Because of the sale of the School, we will not have to this Meeting. If you have any questions, please call Mario Mangini at 215-519-1495. take out a loan or have a special appeal. For tickets call Mario Mangini at: 215-519-1495 *************************************************** ********************************************************************* YOUNG ADULTS RETREAT TREE OF LIFE LEAVES AND ANNUAL CANDLES February 13 - 15 (Friday dinner till Sunday 1pm) Marianist Family Retreat Center Cape May Point, NJ 08212 In celebration of our Tenth Annual St. Pio Festival, we have reducing the donation for either a “Tree of Life” Leaf or Annual Votive Candle. The Bricks will remain at $ 100.00 & $ 250.00. The Donation for a “Tree of Life” Leaf is $150.00, and the Phone: 609-884-3829 or www.capemaymarianists.org Donation for an Annual Votive Candle is $100.00. This weekend is for young adults (age 22-35, married or single) who wish to examine their personal faith in relation to God, self, co-workers and others. There will be a time for Eucharist, prayer experiences, faith sharing, social interaction and free time to explore Cape May and Cape May Point. Cost: $125 per person double occ. Financial Aid is available. You may obtain ordering forms for the “Tree of Life” Leaf, the Annual Votive Candle, or for the Bricks in the Rectory office. If you have any questions call: Mary Hardy Mario Mangini The Rectory 215-271-2331 215-519-1495 215-334-0159 Brick orders will be taken until March 1st, and will be installed sometime in May. BOLETÍN EN ESPAÑOL VINCENT GANGEMI Founder VINCENT C. GANGEMI, JR. 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