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Third Sunday in Ordinary Time—January 25th, 2015
Dear Parish Family,
As we move into Ordinary Time the urgency from the Gospel to Discipleship
and Conversion becomes more evident especially on our Sunday celebration
of the Eucharist. Last weekend we witnessed the call of the first four disciples of Jesus. This weekend’s readings emphasize the urgency from Jesus to conversion.
This urgency to conversion is more evident as we contemplate Jonah’s preaching in Nineveh.
There was not time to waste, the citizens from Nineveh believed in God and they changed their
life around. The very fact that the people had accepted the right moment for the conversion beginning with the preaching of the prophet preserved them and their city from destruction.
In the second reading St. Paul also presents us with the same urgency to conversion; time is
running out he says. There should be nothing that would hinder us, not even family or work,
from making God our priority and the reason for our decisions in life.
Jesus in the Gospel chooses to have as The Good News to begin his ministry, the proclamation of the same urgency; this is the time of fulfillment. The Kingdom of God is at hand. The time
of fulfillment is the time God has chosen to bring about his project of salvation for humanity. The closeness of the Kingdom of God marks the end of the long wait, the Kingdom is
here and now, in our midst in the presence of Jesus himself.
To enter this Kingdom, is not easy. While it is true that the Kingdom is a free gift from God,
it is also true that we can only enter it under the condition of becoming ourselves a presence
of that Kingdom, that is to say; we need to become a transforming force in the world in sync
with the demands this Kingdom presents to us by renewing our very lives.
Following Jesus as disciple implies a conversion of life. Having celebrated the novena of prayer for the respect of life and ending today, it would be good to consider the different aspects
of our life in need of God’s grace for conversion.
Greetings and Blessings,
Fr. César Vega M.
Pastor
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Third Sunday in Ordinary Time—January 25th, 2015
Kingdom of God
Reflection for First Reading
Jonah 3:1-5,10
God sent the prophet Jonah to the people of the pagan city of
Nineveh. The people of Nineveh were doing many sinful
things, and Jonah warned them of God’s anger. The people
listened to Jonah. They turned from their evil ways, believed
in God, fasted, and did penance. Because of their change of
heart, God spared them.
No matter who we are, we all need God’s mercy and forgiveness. Like the people of Nineveh, we are to turn away
from evil and return to God without delay.
Discussion Questions-Reading 1
Who are the people in today’s world that help us
to turn away from sin and evil behavior? Do we
always listen to the Jonahs in our lives? Why or
why not? How do you sometimes help others to
turn back to God and do the right thing?
How does celebrating Reconciliation show that
we have had a change of heart?
Reflection for Second Reading
1 Corinthians 7:29-31
In this reading Saint Paul reminds the people of Corinth that
our world is not a lasting home. By this he means that Christ
will come again in glory . Until he comes again, we are always ready to meet Christ. Preparing for God’s Kingdom
should always be a top priority for Christians.
Reflection for Gospel
Mark 1:14-20
Today’s gospel reading recounts how Jesus calls his first
disciples Simon and Andrew, James and John. His herald,
John the Baptist, has been put in prison. Jesus urgently calls
people to repent and believe in the good news. Like the Ninevites in the first reading, the four fishermen immediately
respond to God’s call. They leave their boats and their nets
in order to follow Jesus right on the spot. “I will make you
fishers of men,” Jesus promises his new disciples. They take
his words to heart and make following him their first priority
in life.
Discussion Questions-Reading 2
Why is it important to live each day as a preparation for God’s Kingdom? How do we do that?
Who helps us to remember that will come again
and that no one knows the time of his coming?
Discussion Questions Gospel
What does Jesus call his first disciples and us to
do? Are there things that might prevent us from
hearing Jesus’ urgent call? What are they? Who
or what can help us to put following Jesus first in
our lives? What do you think Jesus means by the
term “fishers of men”? Who do you know in
your family, school, parish, or community that
seems to be a fisher of men, women, or children?
Explain what this person does and tell how you
might try to follow this person’s example.
Catholic Communication Campaign
Today, we will take up the Collection for the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC). This collection communicates the Gospel
through Catholic social media activities and enriches our faith
through podcasts, television, radio, and print media. Please be generous in this week’s collection and support this important work.
Remember, half of your donation stays in our diocese to support
local communication needs. The CCC is how we share
our experience of faith, worship, and witness.
Envelopes in the bulletin bins!
READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary time
February 1st, 2015
1st Reading: Deuteronomy 18: 15-20
2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 7: 32-35
Gospel: Mark 1: 21-28
MAGNIFICAT
Formation School of Faith, Leadership and Lay Ministry
The Song of Mark
February 14th Classes
By Popular Demand … Once again, the stage
production of The Song of Mark will be performed across the sanctuary of Holy Family
March 25th, 26th, and 27th. Wednesday and
Thursday evening rehearsals are open to all who
want to be a part of this spectacular performance.
Call Mary Smith for more information 966-0830.
Ministries – Rev. Miguel González
Ecclesiology — Bishop Joseph Tyson
Catechesis — Stephanie Bafus
Pastoral Center in Yakima
5301-A Tieton Drive
“Credo ut intelligam, intelligo ut Credam”
“I Believe to understand, understand to believe”
St. Agustín of Hipona
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Third Sunday in Ordinary Time—January 25th, 2015
WELCOME TO HOLY FAMILY CHURCH
If this is your first time at Holy Family, welcome and be sure to pick up a registration card at the Welcoming Desk or call the Parish
Office at 966-0830 and we will be glad to assist you. If you are looking for a church home, we invite you to become a member of
Holy Family.
NORTHWEST CATHOLIC MEN’S CONFERENCE
Pendleton Convention Center
Pendleton, Oregon
February 27-28, 2015
Conference begins Friday at 4:00 pm with registrations and ends Saturday at 5:00 pm with a final blessing.
Cost is $40 and includes 3 meals
Fathers and sons ages 15 and up are welcome.
Registration forms and additional information are available
on our website: nwcmg.com or
call St. Mary’s Parish (541) 276-3615
The Song of Mark
What I say to you, I say to all. Mark 13:37
A story handed down
A musical production based on
the Gospel of St. Mark
Wednesday, March 25th
Thursday, March 26th
Friday March 27th
7:00 PM
Registration forms on the Welcoming Desk or Parish Office
The Haven: Yakima's Catholic Young Adult Group
All young adults are invited to join The Haven for:
Theology on Tap with Bishop Tyson
Topic: "The Beatitudes and How to Live Them"
at Xochilmilcos on 5110 Tieton Drive
February 5th at 7 pm
Please join us for dinner at 6 pm if you can
Stage Director: Julia Barcott
Music Director: Mary Smith
(a free will offering will be taken during the performance
break)
Attn. All Altar Servers! TODAY!!
We are planning a fun pizza party with games and prizes
on: January 25th at 1:00pm to 2:30pm in the Gathering
Hall. We encourage all current Altar Servers and any
children (4th grade and up) that may be interested in serving to attend. Help us spread the word. Serving mass has
so many rewards….
Valentine Boxes: Volunteer Chore Services : Each year with your help, VCS
delivers a “Valentine Box” of food to help 70 of our low-income elders and lowincome adults with disabilities deal with winter budgets. There’s a decorated box to
collect your generous donations of non-perishable food items (don’t for get to
check the expiration date!). Cash donations to be used for purchasing fresh produce
are also welcome and checks can be made out to Volunteer Chore Services. More
Info? Call Lou Ann at 965-7105.
Catholics Returning Home
Were you, or someone you know raised a Catholic but do not come, or seldom come, to Church anymore? Are you a Catholic who feels separated from the Church? Would you like to feel at home in the
Catholic Church again? Catholics Returning Home (CRH) is a six-week program assisting Catholics
to return to the active practice of faith. No matter how long a person has been away and no matter the
reason, we invite you or a family member or a friend to consider renewing your relationship with the
Catholic Church. If you would like to attend or would like more information on this ministry
outreach please call Mary Hamelin at 966-4206, Jeff Schlieman at 833-2515 or the Parish
Office at 966-0830. Our session for CRH continue on Sundays at 10:30 am in the Church
Bride’s Room.
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Aluminum Cans
Do you have any
piled up aluminum
cans– Please bring
them and deposit
them in bin near the
paper bins on the
corner of 56th and
Tieton. All proceeds
go towards
Seminarian
Education.
SEMINARIANS!
Bishop Tyson has encouraged us to pray for
vocations to the priesthood and religious life.
Edgar Rene Estrada is
studying English at
Central Washington
University. Please keep
him and those who are
considering vocations in
your prayers.
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time—January 25th, 2015
Middle School Upcoming Dates:
January 28th—REGULAR CLASS
February 4th and 11th—REGULAR CLASS
February 18th—No Class– Meet @ the Church for Ash
Wednesday Mass
February 25th—REGULAR CLASS
Save the Date:
Friday, Feb. 20th,2015
Youth Ministry & Religious Ed
Annual Crab & Pasta Feed
Ages 13-59
$35.00
Ages 5 - 12 & 60+ $30.00
Tickets available in main office, RE Office & Gi Shop
When Auld Resolutions Be Forgot By Rachel Allen
however you pray best (whether that’s journaling, hiking,
playing music, sitting in Adoration, or something else entireI think the New Year is pretty overrated, as far as holidays go. ly) and ask Jesus some questions about what kind of home
improvements He’d like to make on your heart. He should
But I do like the idea of making resolutions and trying to
know– He lives there.
change some of my (many) bad habits. I’ve been known to
keep a New Year’s Resolution well into February, sometimes A couple ideas to get you started:
March...probably because I don’t start them until January
 Is there a particular virtue (honesty, charity, chastity, etc.)
15th, at the earliest.
where I feel especially weak? How can I grow stronger in
And, if I happen to slip up and lose it somewhere along the
it?
way and mess up, Lenten resolutions, thankfully, are always
 Am I disciplined in my prayer life?
right around the corner.
 Do I think about others or myself more?
If you didn’t make a resolution this year, or if you’ve made
So...how’s that New Year’s Resolution holding up?
one and already broken it, it isn’t too late to reconsider. Pope
Francis has some suggestions– his top ten list for Vatican employees is full of excellent advice for any of us.

Do I spend more time being jealous, or grateful?
Those are some tough questions-and please don’t take this to
mean that I think you are struggling in each of those areas and
need God to do a total overhaul on your life (although, I don’t
know you, so maybe that’s true…). But when it comes to
New Year’s Resolutions, we generally try to make some big
changes. And if we work at them, we might achieve one.
I think Papa Frank might be on to something, here...As much
fun as it is to talk about a new diet or an exercise routine, or
finally sticking to a budget and getting some organization,
let’s step outside the box for a minute.
This life isn’t going to last nearly as long as the life to come.
Maybe there ought to be more to this New Year’s Resolution
thing than just looking like we have it all together on the outside….How are things looking on the inside?
So why not ask God to help you tackle one of those areas? If
anyone can make it happen, it’s Him. Just ask:
Ezekiel 36:26– I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I
will put within you. I will remove the heart of stone from your
Have you ever asked Jesus what He would resolve for you, flesh and give you a heart of flesh.
if He could?
2 Corinthians 5:17– So whoever is in Christ is a new creation:
Think about it: no one knows you better than He does. He has the old things have passed away; behold, new things have
seen every moment of your life, known your every fault,
come.
cheered on your every triumph.
New Year, new you—in Him. Now that’s a resolu on worth
What about letting Christ make us into something new? Rakeeping.
ther than coming up with our own lists on what we’d like to
improve or change on ourselves, maybe we ought to come to
"All High School students in grades 9 - 12..."
Him in prayer and ask what He would like to do in our hearts,
our relationships, etc.
Jan. 28th-REGULAR GROUP
This year, I’ve resolved not to make any resolutions, except
one: to spend more time with the One who knows what I most
need, and has the power to help me achieve it. Go to prayer,
February 4th, 11th-REGULAR GROUP
Feb 18th ASH WEDNESDAY (All groups
meet in church
February 25th Regular Group
Feb 25th Confirmation Parent
Meeting
What home improvements need
changing inside your heart?
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Third Sunday in Ordinary Time—January 25th, 2015
Announcements
Sacraments/Faith Formation
Children’s Ministries: PRESCHOOL THRU GRADE 5
Middle School Ministries: GRADES 6, 7 & 8 - Middle School
In today’s gospel Jesus calls his followers to repent and believe in the gospel. John the
Baptist called his listeners to change their ways. Jesus takes the message of John further
by calling his followers to walk in the way of faith. Simon, Andrew, James, and John
drop everything to follower Jesus. These fishermen put aside their nets so that they can
follow Jesus and become fishers of people. They choose to change their lives and walk
in faith. Today’s gospel shows how all believers are called to a new way of life, a life of
faith.
Family Questions:
 Why does Jesus want his followers to change their ways?
 What does it mean to be fishers of people?
 How does Jesus help us walk in faith?
Baptism Preparation: Infant Baptisms take place on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the
month in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m.; and on the 2nd, 4th and 5th weekends during
mass, (Par ents r equesting baptism for childr en) ar e expected to attend two pr eparation sessions prior to your child's baptism. Godparents are also encouraged to attend.
Please register ahead of time, and if you need childcare you must call the office.
Pew Pad Contribu ons: If you are interested in sponsoring “your pew” or
many pews with any amount you can
contribute please let us know.
The Haven: Yakima’s Catholic Young
Adult Group: The Haven at 810 S. 16th
Ave. Faith study at 7 pm on Thursday’s
all people ages 18-35 are invited! Like
“The Haven” on Facebook to keep up to
date on all ac vi es . For more informa on Contact Steven Easterby at [email protected]
Extreme Winter Weather Program
Holy Family is once again par cipa ng
in helping to feed the homeless this
year. Overnight emergency shelter for
homeless people con nue to need
dona ons of pre-cooked, frozen main
Bible Study on the Book of Exodus
dish casseroles in disposable containCome join us for our Bible Study on the Book of Exodus!
ers. If you can help, please bring donaons of frozen main dish casseroles to
We meet in Room 10 on Thursdays, at 10:15-11:45 a.m. in the Parish Activity Center.
the
Gathering Hall kitchen ON SUNThis Bible Study is facilitated by Ree Kearns using the materials from Catholic Way
DAY
ONLY BEFORE OR AFTER MASSBible Study. Please call 966-5344 if childcare is needed. Fee: $5 Walk-ins are always
ES.
If
you wish to donate money in
welcome☺!
stead of food, this would also be grateBecoming a Woman Whose God is Enough: YOU ar e invited to join women at Ho- fully appreciated. Call Ed Abel at 965ly Family for an 11-week bible study reflecting on the sufficiency of God, learning to
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turn from worldly satisfactions/anecdotes that leave women weary, empty, and guilty to A en on: Please put your casseroles
the life of contentment as women focus on the all sufficient Shepherd
in a pan that can be heated, aluminum disposable pans only. No paper
and a deeper dependence on Him.
or plas c, the casseroles need to e
This study will begin Monday evenings in Activity Room 5 at 6:30 PM,
cooked in their containers. Also
please make casseroles that can feed
February 9th through May 11th. Books are available at the church office
at least 8 people, thank you so much
for $8. To register, contact Jaci or Dolores at the church office, 966for all that you do!!
0830, or Teresa Guaglianone, 559-269-4364. Scholarships are available.
KC BREAKFAST: Thank you for
Special Announcements
joining us this last Sunday. Our
next breakfast will be on February
Friday, Feb. 20th,2015
the 15th Brea k fa st w ill be served
Youth Ministry
Knights of Columbus 6097 7:30 to 11:00am. There will be sau& Religious Ed
5502 W. Chestnut
sage, ham, eggs, biscuits and gravy,
Annual Crab & Pasta Feed
Wednesday,
pancakes and hash-browns. Donation
Ages 13-59
$35.00
January 28, 2015
at the door. Proceeds to KC Projects!
Ages 5 - 12 & 60+ $30.00
Tickets available in main office, RE Office & Gift Shop
Monthly Collec on—1500 Households
Average Needed Weekly—$16,000
January Collec on 2014
OperaƟng Funds
Reserve
1. $18979.75
$1555.00
2. $11791.50
$510.00
3. $12545.00
$50.00
Total: $40967.50
$1771.00
1:00-5:30
To Schedule your appointment or for
more information, contact Nate at
509-966-3216
Annual Catholic Appeal
Our Goal: $ 127,801.00
323 pledges
of 1,300 households Total:
$118,893.00 Thank you!
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Sister Janet Strong is in need of a
small love seat, and a person that can
help with snow removal, and bird
feeder @ Ahtanum Mission. If you
could help please call the office.
Electric Wheelchair available to parishioner at no charge if interested
please call the office.
MASS OF ANOINTING &
SENIOR LUNCHEON
Thursday, February 19th 12:15pm.
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time—January 25th, 2015
Ministries and Groups
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Chaplet of Divine Mercy is sung on the 1st
Tuesday of the month at 3:00 pm. Adoration: Tuesdays from 8:00 to 5:45 ending
with Benediction.
HOLY FAMILY NURSERY:
Ages 4 and Under The Childcare Center
at Holy Family church is available during
the Saturday 5:00 pm Mass and the
Sunday 9:00 am & 11:45 am Masses. We
invite all other children to attend Mass
with their families.
HOLY FAMILY MOMS:
If you are interested in sharing ideas, talking about your children, connecting with
other Catholic Moms or just hanging out,
join our group. On the 1st and 3rd
Wednesday of the month from 9:30 to
11:30 at the Holy Family Activity Center
Room 14. Childcare is available. If you
have any questions please call Rose Meyer at 966-0788.
Sharing the Light Gift Shop
Normal hours are Saturday
4:45-6:15 (closed for Mass) &
Sunday, 8:00 am –11:45am.
PRAY AND PLAY!!
“Basketball -a decade of the
Rosary- and reflection” Join us
on Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:00
a.m. Call Tom Kelleher for
more information at 494-3738.
All adults (22 and older) are
welcome!!!!!
Holy Family Men’s Ministry
Elizabeth Ministry
is a wonderful ministry in our parish
that congratulates new parents
and welcomes your new little one into our
faith community. Do you know someone
who is pregnant, or someone with a new
baby? Please call Kathleen Silvernail at
901-1104 so that we can ‘gift’ them with
some goodies and helpful information. We
offer support for women who have suffered
the loss of a baby to miscarriage. In this
time of grief and questions please call
Christine Levitan at 901-4995.
Knitting & Crocheting
for Jesus: A pr ayer
shawl ministry: Caring, Comfort and Celebration is what Knitting & Crocheting
for Jesus does. Knitters & those who Crochet, knit & crochet at home and during
our Prayer shawl gatherings twice a
month (2nd and 4th Tuesdays). If you
know someone who needs Caring or
Comfort or has an event to Celebrate
please call Mary Patrick 952-1974 or the
parish office. More knitters & those who
crochet are also needed. Come and Knit
or Crochet for Jesus.
PRAYER HOTLINE: For any pr ayer
requests call Barb McKinney at 575-1806
or email: [email protected]
If you’d like to become a member of
the prayer hotline please call Barb.
PRAYER INTENTIONS
Sister Janet Strong -Tel: 576-0931; email:
[email protected], our Diocesan
religious Hermit, would like us to know
that she is very happy to pray, before the
Blessed Sacrament, for any intentions that
might be referred to her.
Help Stop Abortion!
Please join Greg Sherman and Nathan
Stone in representing Holy Family's crusade against abortion. Tuesday mornings
from 9-10:00 and Tuesday afternoons between 2:30- 3:30, and Wednesday mornings between 9-11:00, people committed to
ending abortion walk with signs in front of
the Planned Parenthood abortion clinic on
11th Ave & Tieton DR. Please contact
Nathan at 966-3216 for more information.
FLOWER REMEMBRANCE
 Alice Cone Nelson: In memory of my
husband Charles (Chuck) Nelson, on
the anniversary of his Birthday in
heaven. January 30th.

Ken Sauve: In memory of his parents
Isidore & Celestine Sauve.

Jackie Koreski & Sons: In memory of
her husband and their father, Mike
Koreski, on the anniver sar y of his
death, January 31st.

Jim & Jan Stohr: In memory of my
husband, Jim Stohr.

Kathy Burns and children: In loving
memory of her husband and their father, Richard Burns on the anniversary
of his death, January 28th.

The John Eglin family: In loving
memory of Ben Russett on the anniversary of his death, January 28th.
“Holy Grounds”
after Mass Fellowship Coffee
and donuts every weekend.
Coffee hours will follow the 7:00, 9:00
am Masses. Come visit and have a latte
or coffee.
PRAISERCISE
Women Praising and Exercising to get
Strong for God
FREE MEDICAL CLINIC
Union Gospel Mission together with St.

Strengthen your heart & body with
Vincent De Paul presents a FREE Medical
low impact movements.
Clinic. Dr. Crafts, MD & Alondra Garibay  Tone muscles & increase flexibility.
RN, will be seeing patients on Thursdays

Improve your balance.
from 5:00 to 8:00 pm in the Parish Activity  Exercise your gi of prayer and praise.
Center, Rm 2. 5502 West Chestnut. All are  Have fun ge ng faith fit and body fit!
welcome. For questions you may contact:
Out of shape, in shape, or over-shaped?
[email protected]
Ladies…You are invited!
[email protected]
Mondays + Wednesdays + Fridays
Facebook.com/yugmc
10:30 to 11:45 in the GYM! Ques ons?
[email protected] or call-509-853-4327.
Call Cathy Schlieman at 833-9456.
Thursday Nights
The Yakima Diocese has a sexual abuse hotJanuary
and February 7-8:30pm
line for those who wish to report some incident
In the Gym-Jan. 29th
If you have wondered about how to plan concerning that issue as regards to a bishop,
In Activity Room 10 - Feb 5th
a vigil and funeral liturgy contact Dea- priest, deacon or diocesan employee or volunIn the Gym February 10th, 12th, 19th, 26th
teer. Please call (888) 276-4490.
con Jim at 945-5432 after 4pm
Please join the other men in the parish for
one of our Men’s Ministry Programs.
The Journey – Mondays at 7:00pm
The Journey is an opportunity to grow
closer to Christ and in the process become
in influencer to those in your life
That Man is You! – Thursdays at 7:00pm
That Man is You! – Fridays at
6:00am.
That Man is You! explores the
true dignity of fatherhood and
becoming a man after God’s own heart.
Please contact Steve Branch at
[email protected] or
509-480-9685 for more information.
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