February 5, 2012

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

 

 

THE GOOD NEWS

Today’s readings begin with a few verses from the book of Job. First, Job complains that his nights drag on endlessly. Then, worse yet, “My days are swifter than a weaver’s shuttle; they come to an end without hope” (Job 7:6). Not exactly encouraging, these lamentations, not when taken alone. Most of us have been there, though, and the antidote is the “good news” that Paul found so compelling that “an obligation has been imposed on me, and woe to me if I do not preach it!” (1 Corinthians 9:16). Paul felt driven to announce the gospel to as many people as possible, “to save at least some” (9:22). This good news is the mystery of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, who lifted Simon Peter’s mother-in-law from her sickbed with a mere touch of his hand. “The whole town was gathered at the door. He cured many who were sick with various diseases, and he drove out many demons” (Mark 1:33–34)). Our woes and demons are as real as Job’s, and Jesus is our savior. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

 

 

 

PRIESTS’ SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday, February 11                                 Sunday, February 12

4:00 PM  Msgr. Farrell                                8:30 AM   Msgr. Farrell

5:30 PM  Fr. Paddy                                                   10:00 AM  Fr. Ryan

This schedule is subject                          11:30 AM   Fr. Ryan

to change.                                                    5:00 PM    Fr. Paddy                                                                                              8:00 PM    Fr. Paddy

 

 

ATTENDANCE: Sat. 4 pm-352; 5:30 pm-123; Sun. 8:30 am-233; 10 am -463; 11:30 am-656; 5 pm -300; 8 pm -171; Mon.-207; Wed-80.

 

WORLD MARRIAGE DAY 2012: Honoring the vocation of marriage and family will be celebrated next weekend with the renewal of marriage vows at each mass. Please attend mass with your spouse next weekend as this celebration affirms the life-long, sacramental commitment of husbands and wives and gives witness to the positive impact of their vocation on their families, communities, the Church and our Nation!

 

 

 

8 PM MASS MUSIC: Nikki Frontz, who teaches piano & singing, is helping to form a diverse group of musicians and singers for a choir for the 8 PM Mass. If you would like to join this group, practice is held at 7 PM Sunday evening. If interested in private lessons from Nikki or would like to hire Nikki to sing/play at a wedding, funeral, etc. contact her at 207-3761 or 233-6475.

 

MUSIC LEADER: Is needed for the Single Adult 6:30 PM Masses on Thursdays. If you are interested contact Fr. Ryan McCoy at 217-9765 or email – ryanmccoy22@gmail.com.

 

YOUNG AT HEART (YAH-YAHS): Will meet Thursday, February 9, at 11 A.M. in the Parish Hall for socializing and games. Drinks will be provided to go with your brown bag lunch. Anyone needing transportation to and/or from the meeting, please call Jim Hinkle at 388-4549. Anyone 50+ is invited.

 

FR. PADDY’S WISH LIST

 

Promised –Portable Piano Keyboard – approximate cost is $500 to $800.

Promised – Electronic Votive Light Stand.

Received - Catholic Bibles placed in each pew.

Received – Air Conditioner/Heater for Parish Center

Received – New Hymnals that will be up to date with the changes in the mass – $5,000.

Still needed – DuraLast Roof for the Parish Center, it has been leaking since Hurricane Katrina and the insurance will not cover it -$70,000. Small donations gratefully accepted.

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR

In Memory of Moira Mapes and Sons Kevin and Michael

In Memory of Jennifer Sicuro

Flowers are $37.50.

To order flowers call Diane Batia – 861-3895

PRAY FOR OUR SICK: Clyde Anderson, Johnnie Abruzzese, Hunter Bentz, Wallace Boudreaux, Paul Batia, Eric Boyd, Kevin Beckham, Joe Bello, Tom Brimmer, Mary Theresa Bosarge, Jo Ann Boudreaux, Fr. Gerard Cleary, Joyce Cox, Sherman Canaan, Warren Cox, Janet Cavanaugh, Robert Cubberly, Joyce Choate, Lelia Creel, Erin Cates, Don Coggin, Larry Dalgo, Dylon Dishon, Rene & Brenda Davidson, Paige Davis, Melinda Easterling, George Everett, June Ford, Fred Firth, Mamie Finnegan, Jake Fallo, Anita & Paul Gorgas, Goaz Family, Mary Gasparro, Bill Gasparinni, Pat Haller, Jimmy Harrell, Troy Holmes, Jennie Hutto, Harry Horseman, Joan Johnson, Shaun Kostmayer, William Khor, Kira Kalinauskas, Tim Keely, Ed & Virginia Kersh, Ann Kanaly,  John Lewis, Sr., Mandeline Langlinais, Norma Lowery, Jake Lewis, David Lawrence, Terri Mayne, Adam Mahmood, Mary Alice Monty, Donny McCollister, Sandy & Archie Miller, Dix Nord, Jeanne Nelson, Jo Ann Nelson, Charles Pierpont , Phyllis Paggeot, Michael Pechawer, Susan Pechawer, Anthony Parratore, John Pates, Gayle Perreault, Pat Pettit, Mary Jane Rodi, Jody Rodriguez, Danny Romano, Rebecca, Carrie Rau, Ashley Skinta, Bill Smith, Gray Slay, Edward Sapia, Allen Schultz, Robert Shore, Edward Song, Jessica Spray, Doris Swab, Kathy Smith, Timothy Sherwood,  Miles Smith, Glenn Stewart, Sara, Joanita Santanelli,  Mary Underhill, Tony Vesa, Villalpando Family, Verlin Wein, Jack Welter, and all who are sick or hospitalized.    

MASSES RECEIVED:  For Samantha Fountain, Margie Hemer, Johnnie Gogue Menol (Chamoru)-2, For Toni McKinley, Kenneth W. Howard, Pearl Harshbarger-4, Dr. Normand Chouinard, Jr. , Mary Gilich, Althea Burkle-4, Ronnie Perez-3, Norris Haltli, Edward C. Barq, III, Special Intentions-3, Anna Pisarich Lewis-2, For 53^rd Wedding Anniversary of John & Beryl Lewis, Edward A. Barq, Jr., For 23^rd Wedd. Anniv. of Stephen & Lisa Fletcher, In memory of Jessica Fletcher-2, Lillian King Barq, Vincent J. Rosetti,  

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK

SUNDAY 5:    

8:30 AM    Simon Le, Christine Rusher, Julius Broussard, Isadore Paul

Schuster, Jr., Antoine Vu Duc Anh, Pearl Harshbarger † For Toni

McKinley

MONDAY 6:

6:20 AM     Patricia Langlinais †

8:30 AM      Norris Haltli  †

4:00 PM      Donor’s Intention

6:00 PM     Hispanic Ministry Intention

TUESDAY 7:

6:20 AM      Elwood ‘Woody’ Cavalier †

8:30 AM      Harry T. Lyons, Jr. †

WEDNESDAY 8:

6:20 AM      Dr. Malcolm Latour †

8:30 AM      Maria Nguyen Thi Dung†

6:00 PM       Special Intention

THURSDAY 9:

6:20 AM     Janka & Ervin Otvos, Sr. †

8:30 AM     Stanley Lapinski, Mike Patrick, Audrey Murray, Memory

of Jessica Fletcher†

6:30 PM      Robert Woznick †

FRIDAY 10:

6:20 AM     Johnnie Gogue Menol(Chamoru) †

8:30 AM     All Souls †

SATURDAY 11:

8:30 AM    Ethelyn Swan †

SUNDAY 12:

8:30 AM    Candice Newman, Edward C. Barq, III, Simon Le, Inez M.

Conovich, Kenneth W. Howard, Mary Welter † For Toni McKinley

 

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY: On the deaths of Andy Cannette, Theresa Dannenmueller, Bobby Hammett, Kevin Zoldos, Lib Harloe,

Manuel Doria, Bobby Burger, Althea Berkle, Ann Lund. Please pray for the repose of their souls and remember all who mourn them in your prayers.

 

SACRED HEART YOUTH RETREAT FOR BOYS:  Sponsored by the Diocese of Biloxi Youth Ministry will be held February 24-26 at the Dedeaux Hilton. Suggested donation is $60. Applications are available in the vestibule of the church and the parish office. The retreat is open to boys in grades 9 through 12, public or parochial school. This is an excellent opportunity to grow in your faith.

The retreat for girls will be held November 2 – 4 2012.

 

ARISE RETREATS: Curious about the Catholic faith, interested in becoming Catholic? Join us as we learn about the history and practices of the Catholic Church. Along with fellowship, fun and delicious food at one of the following retreats. Applications are available in the vestibule of the church.

 

LADIES ARISE: February 10-12 Call Elizabeth Lingenfelder –

354-8377.

CO-ED ARISE RETREAT: Will be held March 9-11. Applications are in the vestibule. For information call Ron Alexander – 238-4095; Karen Stockbridge – 547-4135; Margot Swetman-234-7070; Mary Ellen Lestrade – 217-9090.

 

ARISE FOR MEN: March 23-25. For information contact Kermit Loupe 228-219-8192, or John Rickman 228-383-4765.

 

RETREAT CENTER BAY ST. LOUIS: Tuesday Seminars for 2012 will be held February 7; March 20; April 10; May 8; June 12; July 10; September 11, 9 AM until 1 PM. For information call Marilyn at 228-467-2032.

 

BIBLE STUDY: Will be Saturday, February 25 led by John Shinn, covering the New Testament Gospels and Acts of the Apostles. This session will be held at 9 AM in the Sts. Joseph & Mary Rooms of the Parish Center.

 

 

 

LENTEN DINNERS: Bruce Strong will again sponsor the Lenten dinners to help raise seed money for the festival. Much help is needed to set up, serve, sell, and clean up. Watch the bulletin for further information.

 

CUPCAKES FOR A CAUSE: Cheeky Monkey Cake Co, 3516 Sangani, D’Iberville, will donate a portion of the purchase price of  the February  flavor of the month cupcakes to the Fatima Grandparents’ Club.  The Grandparents’ Club urges parents and friends of Our Lady of Fatima School to consider purchasing their Valentine and Mardi Gras Cupcakes from Cheeky Monkey Cake Co. to benefit the art and music programs at the School. For information call – 396-0946.

 

 

JANUARY FUN DRAW WINNERS: 1/3/12 – Sonya Hogan $250;

1/13/12 – Catherine Broussard $75; 1/17/12 – Carolyn Handler $75

1/24/12 – Raven Gonsoulin $75; 1/31/12 – Keri Nguyen $75

SHRIMP RAFFLE FOR VOCATIONS: Win 40 pounds of Shrimp Sponsored by the Vocations Committee of Our Lady of Fatima Tickets are on sale after Masses this weekend, February 4 and 5 Cost of a ticket is $1 – Drawing will be held February 8^th after the 6:00 PM Filipino mass.

 

SINGLE SENIORS (Widows, Widowers, Divorced or Single) MASS: Is held the 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month at

6:30 PM in the Day Chapel. Followed by a meal, fellowship and socializing in the Parish Center. This week will provide the meal.

 

GOD’S HOUSEKEEPERS: Sunday, Feb. 12, the Knights of Columbus are scheduled to help with the church cleaning. Help is always welcome. Join Mireya Alexander after the Sunday 5 PM Mass to help.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: Both in Catholic school and public school. Did you know that helping clean the church can be used toward your needed Service Credits? Come serve the Lord in his house and earn the credits you need.

 

SATURDAY FOOD PROVIDER: Ruby and Coleen Houlihan are scheduled to bring a hot meal to the rectory for 6 priests on Saturday, February 11, at 11:30 am.

 

NOTE FROM FR. PADDY: Fr. Paddy requests that for spiritual emergencies, after 9 PM, that you please call the church 388-3891 number, not his cell phone as he turns it off in the evenings to recharge the battery.

 

 

SUPPORT OUR PARISH YARD SALES: The next Yard Sale will be held February 10/11 by the Knights of Columbus – Contact Bill Roberts – 233-9312.  Proceeds from the yard sales benefit the organization in charge and seed money for the Spring Festival.

 

MARDI GRAS FOOD BOOTH: St Michael Church will have a booth at the Biloxi Mardi Gras Parade.  The booth will be located on Lameuse St. across from the Half Shell Oyster House.  They will be selling hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries, nachos, chicken on a stick, soft drinks, bottled water and sweets.  They would appreciate our support!

 

INSTALLATION OF MEMORIAL WALK:  Will begin very soon. If you would like to order a brick it is not too late to leave a remembrance for future generations that you were a member of Our Lady of Fatima Parish. Support the Children’s Sacred Music Teacher Trust by purchasing a brick for the Memorial Walk. Forms are available at the tables where the bricks are on display.  Bricks are available as follows:

12X12 inch with 4 lines, of up to 15 characters per line $1,000 (with the option of signing an agreement form to put $100 down and make up to 12 monthly payments on the balance.) If you chose this method contact the Parish Office– 388-3887.

4X8 inch with 2 lines, up to 15 characters per line - $200. Profits from this fundraiser will be deposited in a trust for a sacred music teacher for the children of Fatima Parish. Samples of the bricks are on display in the vestibule of church.

 

SINGLE YOUNG ADULT GROUP NEWS: February’s meeting will be the 13^th, 6:30pm at Newk’s restaurant in d’Iberville. We will help at a Habitat for Humanity build in February. We are also going to the Young Adult Conference (available to young adults 18 – 40) in Alexandria, LA. March 16 – 18. Please come with us to hear great speakers including the conference host, Paul Hood. The theme of the conference is “Love is…” You can get information and register online at http://www.diocesealex.org/crossroadsconference. Let Ian know if you plan to go by Friday, Feb. 24th, early registration (before March 1) is $50 after that $60. Contact Ian D’Angelo for information on any of these events at ian.dangelo@gmail.com. or 228-596-5966.

 

GULF COAST MESSIAH CHORUS: Rehearsals for the Spring concerts in March, will be Mondays beginning February 13 with registration at 6:30 pm and rehearsal at 7 at the music building of MGCCC-Jeff Davis campus in Gulfport, through March 19. New singers are welcome no audition required. February 27th and March 5th rehearsals will be at MGCCC-Jeff Davis campus 7 to 9 pm, February 20, March 12 and 19 rehearsals will be at Biloxi First United Methodist Church, Woolmarket  For details contact Paul McGahie 257 2249 or Ed Cake 324-9292.

PRAYERS URGENTLY NEEDED: Please keep in your prayers the Christians in Egypt and Syria who are being persecuted for their belief in

Jesus Christ.

 

FR. RYAN’S BLOG: fatherryanhomily.squarespace.com   Check out his site and give him some feedback on his homilies.

 

DIOCESAN JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH MINISTRY RALLY

IGNITE A FLAME SPREAD THE SPIRIT

Sunday, March 4, 2:00 – 5:00 PM at the Mississippi Coast Convention Center. Cost is $20 per person. Registration will begin at 1:30 PM. All 6^th, 7^th and 8^th graders are encouraged to attend. For information call 702-2142.

PATIENTS: When you are admitted to the hospital please be sure that you are listed as a Catholic and as a member of Our Lady of Fatima Parish. If possible call the rectory to let us know that you have been admitted, been transferred or gone home.

 

SHUT INS: Do you know a Catholic who is unable to come to church on a regular basis? Please call the parish office to let us know if they would like to have communion brought to them at home. We have a wonderful group of parishioners who are happy to go to their homes to distribute the body of Christ.

LOST SOMETHING: Check out the Lost and Found in the vestibule of the church this weekend. Unclaimed items will be donated to St. Vincent de Paul.

DONATIONS BY ELECTRONIC DRAFT: You can make your church tithe by automatic electronic drafts. Drafts are done at two different times during the month. Fill out the forms which are available in the vestibule of the church on the east book rack, and return it to the parish office.

 

COLLECT ALUMINUM CANS: And deposit them (NO TIN CANS PLEASE) in the collection container in the vestibule of the church to help the Vocations Committee support vocations to the priesthood and the religious life.  DO NOT PUT TRASH IN THE COLLECTION CONTAINER.

 

 

JESUS CHALICE FOR VOCATIONS: Parishioners are invited to pick up the ‘Jesus Chalice’ each week to pray for vocations.  It is very important to return it the next weekend before the same Mass that you picked it up from. Please give prayerful thought to accepting this invitation to pray for vocations.

 

P.L.A.Y. For children kindergarten to 6^th grade meets Fridays from 5:30 to 8:00 PM in the Parish Center. For information call Jo Massey – 918-0077.

 

 

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NEWS

Feb 7th:  Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at 6:30 pm followed by the February business meeting at 7:00 pm in the Parish Center.

 

RCIA:  Class meets on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm in the Sts. Mary & Joseph Rooms of the Parish Center. For more information call Betty Jean Hughes – 388-4552.

 

NEW TO THE PARISH Please let us get to know you by filling out the form below. Put it in the collection basket.