Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church Nuestra Señora de la Asunción 4207 Shamrock Drive Charlotte, NC 28215 Tel: 704-535-9965 Fax: 704-535-3621 Website:http://www.rc.net /charlotte/ola Office Hours/Horas de Oficina Monday, Tuesday & Thursday (lunes, martes y jueves) 8:30 am-4:30 pm Sunday (domingo) — 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Confession: 1/2 hour before the 5:00pm & 7:00pm Saturday Masses, and 1/2 hour before the 11:00am Sunday Mass. Marriages/Matrimonios: In this diocese, arrangements must be made at least six months prior to your proposed wedding date. For information, phone Deacon Peter Duca at 704-573-0097. En la diócesis, arreglos para matrimonio deben hacerse por lo menos seis meses antes de la fecha de la boda. Para más información, llame al Padre Felipe @ 704-535-9965. Baptisms: Baptisms are held every month. Parents who wish to have their children baptized must be registered active parishioners for at least 6 months and attend a Baptismal Preparation session. Both parents and sponsors should be present for this important class. Call the office or Deacon Peter Duca to register. Please make sure your parish registration is up to date. The next preparation session will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2015 at 10am. Clases de Instrucción Para el Bautizo: Las Clases de Bautizo son el segundo y tercer domingo de cada mes después de la Misa de las 3:00pm. Las próximas clases son Domingo, 8 y 15 de febrero requiere la asistencia de los padres y padrinos en todas las clases. La familia tiene que ser registrado en la parroquia por lo menos 6 meses antes de la primera clase. Se registra uno en la oficina de la parroquia para las clases de bautizo después de los seis meses. Si tiene preguntas hable con Martha Román en la oficina de lunes a jueves. Sponsor Certificate: In order to receive permission to be sponsor for baptism or confirmation, you will need to be a registered and a contributing parishioner for at least six months. Sick/Hospital Visits If someone in your family is sick or admitted to the hospital, please let the church office know so that we can visit them. Tuesday (Martes)……………………9:00 am (English) Thursday (Jueves)…………………...9:00 am (English) 7:00 pm (Español) Saturday Vigil……………………….5:00 pm (English) Sábado Vigilia……………………….7:00 pm (Español) Sunday (Domingo)…………………..8:30 am (English) ……………………………………...11:00 pm (English) ……………………………………….3:00 pm (Español) Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time • February 1, 2015 Cuarto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario • 1 de febrero, 2015 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Date: Mon., 2nd Tues., 3rd Wed., 4th Thurs., 5th Fri., 6th Sat., 7th Sun., 8th Time: 2:00pm 9:00am 9:00am 7:00pm 5:00pm 7:00pm 8:30am 11:00am 3:00pm Intention: @Missionaries of Charity +Ralph & Evelyn DeKemper --------+Peter Duca, Sr. --+Amber Marie, Juanita, and Lorito Ubaldo +Pam DeLuca --- February 1, 2015 Requested By: --DeKemper Family --------Ryberg Family --Ubaldo Family Pam Hartman & Family --- Parish Staff/Personal de la Parroquia Pastor Rev. Philip Scarcella, PhD, JCD 704-535-9965 Deacons/Diáconos Rev. Mr. Steve Horai (Retired) 704-568-4944 Rev. Mr. Kevin Williams 704-537-9973 Rev. Mr. Luis Flores (Coordinador de Grupo Carismatico) 704-777-2711 Rev. Mr. David Reiser 704-535-3310 Rev. Mr. Peter Duca (Director of Music) 704-573-0097 Church Secretary/Secretaria Martha Roman 704-535-9965 Faith Formation Coordinator Coordinador de Formacion de Fé RCIA (Inquiry into Catholicism) RICA (Catolicismo para Adultos) Deacon David Reiser 704-535-3310 Our Lady of the Assumption School/ La Escuela de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción: Allana-Rae Ramkissoon, Principal 704-531-0067 FEBRUARY WEDDING ANNIVERSARY BLESSINGS A special blessing will bestowed upon couples celebrating their wedding anniversaries in the month of February at the 11:00am Mass, February 8, 2015. Please call the church office to be on placed on the list, (704) 535-9965. Tax Statement of Contributions for 2014 REMINDER: A 2014 statement of contributions for tax purposes will be mailed in January upon request. If you would like a statement, please indicate so on one of your offertory envelopes or by contacting the church office. Thank you. Readings: Mal 3:1-4; Ps 24:7-10; Heb 2:14-18; Lk 2:22-40 [22-32] Heb 12:1-4; Ps 22:26b-28, 30-32; Mk 5:21-43 Heb 12:4-7, 11-15; Ps 103:1-2, 13-14, 17-18a; Mk 6:1-6 Heb 12:18-19, 21-24; Ps 48:2-4, 9-11; Mk 6:7-13 Heb 13:1-8; Ps 27:1, 3, 5, 8b-9; Mk 6:14-29 Heb 13:15-17, 20-21; Ps 23:1-6; Mk 6:30-34 Jb 7:1-4, 6-7; Ps 147:1-6; 1 Cor 9:16-19, 22-23; Mk 1:29-39 A Mass intention is a special way to remember your family members and friends, living or deceased, and anniversaries, birthdays, or any special occasions. This is a wonderful opportunity to obtain special blessings for your loved ones. PRAYER LIST- Please kindly remember the following friends and family members in your daily prayers: Deacon Steve Horai, Eleanor Greulich, Reggie Belk, Marie Heggie, Damian Balog, Ashley Thompson, John Alvarado, Don Baker, Deborah Thompson, Patricia Padgett, Joyce Mullis, Domingo Carrasco, Nancy Carte, Dick Leone, Grace Ryberg, Genevieve Weigold, Dorothy Ehlebracht, Kelly Taylor, Gina Rios, Nelia Haulk , Bernie Weigold, Jimmy Newland, Terry Lachin, Mary Threatt and Kelly Taylor. If you or someone you know would like to be on the prayer list, please notify the church office. God always hears our prayers and in His goodness blesses us with His Strength, Love & Peace. Stewardship of Treasure Offertory Collection 01/25/15…………. Budget Amount………………………… Surplus/[Deficit]……………………….. $ 7,938.09 $ 8,100.00 $ 161.91 Combined Mission Collection….……… Priests’ Retirement & Benefits………… $ 699.00 $ 1,873.00 Thank you for your Generosity! Feast of St. Blaise— Blessing of the Throats Tuesday, Feb. 3rd, is the feast day of St. Blaise, 4th century Bishop and Martyr. We will offer the traditional blessing of throats associated with St. Blaise at the 9:00am Mass on Tuesday, Feb. 3rd. Cuarto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — Moses spoke to all the people, saying: “A prophet like me will the L , your God, raise up for you” (Deuteronomy 18:15-20). Psalm — If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts (Psalm 95). Second Reading — Brothers and sisters: I should like you to be free of anxieties (1Corinthians 7:32-35). Gospel — The people were astonished at Jesus’ teaching; he taught them as one having authority (Mark 1:21-28). PARISH MEMBERSHIP AND BENEFITS To be considered an active, participating member of the parish, and thus eligible for tuition assistance and sacramental sponsor eligibility, Our Lady of the Assumption takes into account a family or individuals ministry involvement and Mass attendance. Since OLA weekly Mass attendance envelopes are the primary way we determine if parishioners are regularly attending Mass, we ask that if you can’t make a contribution on a given Sunday, that you still place your envelope in the collection basket so we can record your attendance. Attendance at Mass is the most important thing as Catholics and most meaningful way we model and live our Catholic faith. ARE YOU MOVING - Please remember to notify the Parish Office as soon as possible! ___Address Change ___Other change ___Delete from Parish Rolls Family Env. #___________ Effective Date:________________ Family Name:_________________________________ New Address:_________________________________ ____________________________________________ New Home Phone #____________Unlisted: Yes No Change in Marital Status________________________ Change in Occupation__________________________ New Work #________________________ Comments:___________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ You may drop this form in the wooden box next to the church office door or mail to the church office 1 de febrero de 2015 LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura — Moisés le habló a todo el pueblo diciendo: “El Señor Dios hará surgir en medio de ustedes un profeta como yo” (Deuteronomio 18:15-20). Salmo — Ojalá escuchen hoy su voz; no endurezcan sus corazones (Salmo 95 [94]). Segunda lectura — Hermanos y hermanas: Yo quisiera que ustedes vivieran sin preocupaciones (1 Corintios 7:32-35). Evangelio — Los oyentes quedaron asombrados de sus palabras, pues enseñaba como quien tiene autoridad (Marcos 1:21-28). Bulletin Information Deadline is 10 days prior to the requested notice date. All announcements must be submitted in writing to the parish office with your name and phone number. Información en el Boletín La fecha límite es 10 días antes de la fecha que usted solicite que aparezca el anuncio. Todos los anuncios deben ser presentados por escrito a la oficina de la parroquia con su nombre y número de teléfono. Parroquianos Nuevos Le damos una calorosa bienvenida y esperamos que participe en nuestra familia parroquial. Las formas de registración están localizadas al lado de la puerta de la Secretaria. Regréselas por correo o déjelas en la caja próxima a la puerta de la Secretaria. NO ESTA REGISTRADO? Si ésta es su iglesia “base”, se debería registrar • Para recibir el periódico The Catholic News & Herald, y otras informaciones del Diocesis. • Para facilitar la expedición de certificados y otros documentos a medida que surja la necesidad. • Más que nada para saber que usted es un miembro importante de la familia de nuestra gran iglesia. Para registrarse en nuestra iglesia, debe completar la forma Inscripción de la Parroquia. Puede recoger una de éstas formas en el estante de circulares próximo a la puerta de la oficina en el vestíbulo o en la oficina de la iglesia de lunes a jueves de 8:30am-4:00pm Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time FAITH FORMATION/FORMACION DE FÉ Questions/Preguntas? Contact/Contacto Faith Formation Coordinator/Coordinador de Formacion de Fé Deacon David Reiser (704) 535-3310 NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING FREE Natural Family Planning (NFP) Full Courses (with intro.) will be offered in Charlotte at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church January 31st. Topics to be covered include: * Effectiveness of modern NFP methods * Health risks of popular contraceptives * Benefits of NFP - health, relational, and spiritual * Church teaching on responsible parenting * And...how to use NFP For more information, go to ccdoc.org/nfp or to RSVP, contact: Batrice Adcock, MSN, at Catholic Charities (704)-370-3230 or [email protected] UNDERSTANDING YOUR LATE LIFE CHOICES … featuring a legal expert, a Medicare/Medicaid specialist, a financial counselor and numerous community resource people. Date: February 4 & 11 Time: 10:30am until 12:00 (noon) Call Suzanne Bach to reserve space or for more information @ 704-335-0253). All sessions held at St. Gabriel. PRAYER FOR THE UNBORN Heavenly Father, You created us in Your own image, and You desire that not even the least among us should perish. In Your love for us, You entrusted Your only Son to the Holy Virgin Mary. Now in Your love, protect against the wickedness of the devil, those little ones to whom You have given the gift of life. I ask that you help Another Way Pregnancy Center reach those considering abortion, and by Your Grace, changing their hearts and protect the unborn. February 1, 2015 Adult Faith Formation Beginning Sunday February 1st, an adult Faith Formation/Bible study will be offered at the School gym, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM, while the children are in class. Adult Faith Formation The next Adult group will meet Tuesday, February 3, 2015. The format will remain the same, potluck at 6:30pm, video and discussion at 7:00pm. Creciendo en Nuestra Fe Se les invitan a unas clases, con el fin de aprender y entender un poco más de nuestra fe y así poder ayudar a nuestros hijos en el crecimiento y con las tareas de la doctrina. Las clases comenzaran el domingo 8 de Febrero de 1:30 a 2:30 PM, Cuando sus niños están en la clase de doctrina. Los interesados por favor hablar con Miguel y Maira Escoto o el Diacono David. The Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools (MACS) is accepting applications for new students for the 2015-2016 school year at all schools and for all grades. The Early Admission Round ends January 31st. Please call the MACS Admissions Office to request an application packet or go to the MACS website at www.macs-schools.com for the application documents. (access under the MACS tab on this page….admissions…applications) For school locations and additional information please call the MACS Admissions Office at 704.370.3273 or visit our website at www.macsschools.com/our-schools Las escuelas Católicas del área de Mecklenburg (MACS) están aceptando aplicaciones para el nuevo año 2015-2016 para nuevos estudiantes en todas las Escuelas y para todos los grados. Las primeras admisiones terminan el 31 de Enero. Por favor llame ala oficina de admisiones MACS 704 370- 3273 para obtener mas información y requerir las aplicaciones o visite el sitio electrónico www.macs-schools.com/our schools Cuarto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Retrouvaille Marriage troubles? If you have been thinking about separation or divorce, please contact us about Retrouvaille. Don’t give up without learning how to begin to communicate with your spouse again For confidential information or to apply for the next program beginning with a weekend February 13–15, 2015, call 800-470-2230 or 434-793-0242, e-mail us at [email protected], or visit the web site at www.retrouvaille.org. 1 de febrero de 2015 The Blessed Virgin Mary was the model steward with her unqualified, “yes” and complete trust in God’s will. When I put God first in my life, everything else falls into place. Los discípulos responsables hacen una decisión firme y consciente, acompañada de la acción, de seguir a Jesucristo sin importarles el costo. The OLA Ladies Guild next meeting will be Monday, February 9th, starting at 6:30pm, in the church vestibule. We will be making plans for the Spring of 2015. We will be making plans for Lenten soup dinners, our retreat, the Annual Easter Egg hunt and a First Communion celebration. Please join us if you are interested in finding out more about our group and upcoming events. The Knights of Columbus, OLA Council 11102, are sponsoring a Rosary Devotion, at Our Lady of Assumption Church, every Saturday evening at 4:30 pm and Sunday morning at 8:00 am, fulfilling the Blessed Virgin Mary’s request. Rosary prayer cards, in English, Spanish and French are available to all along with rosaries at no charge. Catholicism in Dialogue February 25 * March 25 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. During these Wednesday evening sessions we will enter into dialogue with other Christian denominations, looking at our common beliefs and practices. This will be an opportunity to grow in understanding of these other Christian faiths. Our first speaker (January 28) will be from the Mormon Church. Please contact the Center for the other topics and speakers. No charge, but pre-registration appreciated. The Oratory: Center for Spirituality, PO Box 11586, Rock Hill, SC 29731 803-327-2097 [email protected] MORE Care more than others think necessary. Trust more than others think wise. Serve more than others think practical. Remember your generous giving at the kiosk helps keep these CDs available at our parish. **Your donation of just $3 for each CD helps to keep these CDs in stock. Just place in the box at the kiosk. Our Lady of the Assumption retains all proceeds from the of each CD. Check are also accepted made payable to OLA Church. In today’s second reading St Paul talks about the fact that married couples have to deal with the anxieties of the world. Sometimes those stresses can really have a negative impact on our marriages. Get away from all those worldly anxieties and take time to just focus on God and each other by making a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are Feb 6-8, 2015 in Asheville, NC and May 1-3, 2015 in Greensboro, NC . Early sign up is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at: http:// NCMarriageDiscovery.org or contact us at [email protected] or 704-315-2144. St. Vincent de Paul Preschool Registration - Fall 2015 registration, for children ages 2-5, has begun for St. Vincent de Paul Preschool. If your child would benefit from a faith-based, developmentally appropriate program, please call Mary Helen or Sonya at (704)644-4656 or email [email protected] to schedule a tour or for more information. New for 20152016: A TK class will be offered for 5-year-old children who need extra development time. Register early to reserve your child's place; classes are filling quickly and waiting lists have been started. Registration forms may be found at www.stvincentdepaulchurch.com/preschool. Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time St. John Neumann’s Annual Parish Mission Parish Mission: Go and announce the Gospel of the Lord, making disciples through our Catholic faith. Rev. Hugh Burns, O.P., will be conducting St. John Neumann’s annual Parish Mission, Sunday, February 22-Wednesday, February 25. The theme of this year’s mission, “Get Real: Religion With Two Feet on the Ground,” focuses on the intersection of Christianity with reality. Evening talks centering on this theme begin nightly at 7:00 PM. Rev. Burns will also speak at the 9:00 AM daily masses. Ordained in 1982, Rev. Burns has preached throughout the United States, Canada, Latin American and the Caribbean for more than 25 years in English and Spanish. He has also been a commentator on National Public Radio (NPR) and New York area Public Radio since 2001. February Programs at the Oratory Center for Spirituality Winter Film Series The final film in our series, The Intouchables. Pre-registration required! Monday, February 2 @ 7:00 pm Donation: $5 35th Annual Cardinal Newman Lecture The topic for this year’s free event is Teresa of Avila, in celebration of the 500th anniversary of her birth. Day includes morning presentation, noon liturgy, a light lunch and short concert. Saturday, February 21 @ 9:00 am - 2:30 pm No charge, but pre-registration appreciated. Catholicism in Dialogue The second of our three part series. Contact the Center for topic and speaker. Wednesday, February 25 @7:00-8:30 pm No charge, but pre-registration appreciated. Please visit the Oratory website (www.rockhilloratory.org) or contact the Center for Spirituality ([email protected] or 803- 327-2097) to register or for more information February 1, 2015 Squirettes of Mary Circlette at St. Thomas Aquinas Open Houses for February and March The Squirettes of Mary Circlette at Saint Thomas Aquinas invites all Catholic girls aged 10 – 17 to come to their next Open Houses which will be held on February 9 and March 9 at 7pm in room 4 of the Family Life Center at St. Thomas Aquinas (at the far end of the parking lot). Learn more about the Squirettes, how to become a member, and make new friends. Some of the planned activities for the weeks ahead are a sleepover, a visit to a nursing home to do a craft with the residents there, and a special activity with Deacon Joe Diaz. St. Thomas Aquinas is located at 1400 Suther Rd, Charlotte NC 28213. With any questions, please contact Anne DeSart at [email protected] or 704-651-6725. We hope to see you! The 35th Annual Cardinal Newman Lecture Saturday, February 21, 2015 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Rock Hill Oratory 434 Charlotte Avenue Rock Hill, SC features Dr. Keith Egan Teresa: Prayer is an Adventure in Love This year’s talk will be a celebration of the 500th anniversary of the birth of Teresa of Avila, Saint and Doctor of the Church. Teresa’s life and writings are all about prayer, prayer that is a discovery of God’s lavish love. To pray is to learn to love God and to love one’s neighbor. The test of our love of God, says Teresa, is growth in the love of those around us. Keith Egan is Professor Emeritus at St. Mary’s College and Adjunct Professor of Theology at the University of Notre Dame. He is President of the North American Carmelite Institute and has lectured throughout this country and in Europe. We are pleased to welcome him back to the Oratory for this year’s Newman Lecture. Schedule for February 21 9:00 a.m. Gathering Time 9:30 a.m. Morning Prayer 9:45 a.m. Presentation 12:00 Noon Eucharistic Liturgy 12:45 p.m. Lunch 1:45 p.m. Concert 2:30 p.m. Closing For more information: Newman Lecture, The Oratory: Center for Spirituality, PO Box 11586, Rock Hill, SC 29731-1586 (803)327-2097 or [email protected] Cuarto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time; Boy Scout Sunday Monday: The Presentation of the Lord; World Day for Consecrated Life; Blessing of Candles; Groundhog Day Tuesday: St. Blaise; St. Ansgar; Blessing of Throats; Tu B’Shvat (Jewish new year of trees) begins at sunset Thursday: St. Agatha Friday: St. Paul Miki and companions; First Friday Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary; First Saturday Shining Stars Adult Day Respite is a not-for-profit organization helping families dealing with memory loss. We provide relief for the caregiver and activities And friendship for care receivers. Meetings times are: Monday & Wednesday 10:00 - 3:00 St. Gabriel Catholic Church Tuesday, Thursday 10:00 - 3:00 Sardis Presbyterian Church SHINING STARS ADULT DAY RESPITE CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP A support group for caregivers meets from 10:0011:30am the last Monday of each month at St. Gabriel in Room E, Ministry Center. This service is free and open to the public. Want a fun and rewarding experience and only one time per month? Shining Stars Adult Day Respite is in need of volunteers who enjoy people, have a sense of humor and believe that “to whom much is given, much is expected.” We meet from 10:00am-3:00pm at St. Gabriel on Monday and Wednesdays. We are also open at Sardis Presbyterian Church on Tuesdays and Thursday. “New” early onset dementia support group begins on October 21st for both caregiver and care receiver: Third Tuesday, 1:00-3:00pm, at Sardis Presbyterian Church, 6100 Sardis Rd, Room 215. Call Suzanne Bach 704-335-0253 for more information Fiesta de San Blas y Bendición de la garganta. San Blas, fue un Obispo y mártir en el 4.a cuadragésimo siglo. El martes, 3 de febrero es la fiesta de San Blas y estaremos ofreciendo, la tradicional bendición de la garganta en la Misa de las 9:00 de la mañana en Ingles. 1 de febrero de 2015 LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS OBSERVANCIAS Domingo: Cuarto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario; Domingo de los Boy Scouts Lunes: La Presentación del Señor; Día Mundial de la Vida Consagrada; Bendición de las velas; Día de la Marmota Martes: San Blas; san Oscar; Bendición de las gargantas; Tu Bishvat (Día del Árbol, festividad judía) comienza al atardecer Jueves: Santa Águeda Viernes: San Pablo Miki y compañeros; Primer viernes Sábado: Santa María Virgen; Primer sábado SECULAR FRANCISCANS ORDER (OFS) Come & See—How Secular Francis cans Live Joyfully In the World & Celebrate God’s Creation. The OFS is a branch of the worldwide Franciscan Family. We are single and married. We work, worship and play in the community we live. The OFS is a secular movement, established by St. Francis of Assisi more than 800 years old. Our purpose is to bring the gospel to life where we live and where we work. We look for practical ways to embrace the gospel in our lives and try to help others to do likewise. Our fraternity (St. Maximilian Kolbe) meets at St. Mark Catholic School Library from 1:30am to 3:30pm—14750 Stumptown Rd Huntersville, NC. For more information call Rob Buchanan, OFS @ 704-548-9009 or e-mail: [email protected]. or Come & See. NEXT GATHERING WILL BE ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2015 The CatholicTV Network, America’s Catholic Television Network, is now available to cable and satellite providers in our area. Please help provide this upbeat, youthful and exciting Catholic network and a powerful resource to the people of our area and the entire nation. To help, simply visit GetCatholicTV.com as an easy way to petition your cable or satellite provider. If you are unable to access the internet please follow up with a postcard or letter to your provider. MÁS Ama más que otros creen necesario. Confía más qe otros creen prudente. Sirve más que otros creen práctico. CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS Our Lady of the Assumption Church #661701 4207 Shamrock Drive Charlotte, NC 28215 TELEPHONE 704 535-9965 CONTACT PERSON Martha Roman EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected] SOFTWARE MSPublisher 2003 Adobe Acrobat X Windows XP PRINTER HP Deskjet 6940 TRANSMISSION TIME Tuesday 12:00 SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION February 1, 2015 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT’ 1 through 8 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
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