FEBRUARY 5, 2012

5TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Job 7:1-4, 6-7. 1 Cor 9:16-19, 22-23.  Mark 1:29-39

TRIDENTINE LATIN RITE

SEPTUAGESIMA SUNDAY

1 Cor 9:24-27, 10:1-5.  Matt 20:1-16

Sunday, February 5

8:30    Cindy Mae Hartnett requested by Lawrence Hartnett

10:00  For the People

11:30  In Honor of the Blessed Trinity requested by Naomi August

Monday, February 6

7:00    Dan Swann requested by Nancy & Michael

12:10  Fr. Gordon MacRae V requested by Lisa Basarab

Tuesday, February 7

7:00    Rose M. Rifkin V requested by Josephine Baran

12:10  Fr. Robert DiMattei V requested by Mr & Mrs Michael Staicer, Sr.

Wednesday, February 8

7:00    Margarito Torivio

12:10  Hugo Peterson V requested by Kevin Kelly

Thursday, February 9

7:00    Torivion Family, Living & Deceased requested by Margarito Torivio 

12:10  Apolonio Sarceno V requested by Frank & Loy Vogel

Friday, February 10

7:00    Mary Wamboi Macharia V requested by Susan Supsic

12:10  Mr & Mrs Stephen Koslik requested by Joan Scoca

Saturday, February 11

7:00     Vitalis Pilius V requested by mother, Anele Pilius

12:10  Cathy Machlinski V requested by Gloria

MASSES CELEBRATED AT UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND HOSPITAL CHAPEL

BY FR. BILL SPACEK

Sun., Feb. 5 - 9:00 am – Jacqueline Dawson V

Sun., Feb. 5 - 4:00 pm – Paul Ellis V

Mon., Feb. 6 - 12:00 noon – Edna Marsh V

Tues, Feb. 7 - 12:00 noon – Susan Ward V

Wed., Feb. 8 - 12:00 noon – Loretta Wantz

Thurs., Feb. 9 - 12:00 noon – Michael Joseph & Grace Lanasa V

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament  is held in the Saints’ Chapel, Monday through Saturday from 7:30 am until 1:30 pm.  Please come and spend some time with Christ.

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The sanctuary light for the week of February 5 - 11, 2012 is for Robert Gardner V requested by his parents

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SOMETHING TO PONDER

Enjoy life –

It has an expiration date!

SACRIFICIAL GIVING FOR

JANUARY 29, 2012

Envelopes   $2,957

 Loose             445    

TOTAL        $3,402

                         The second collection for the week of January 29 was for Operational Expenses here at St. Alphonsus and amounted to $1,045.  Thank you for your generosity. 

            Today’s second collection will be for High Energy & Fuel Expenses here at St. Alphonsus.  Please be generous.

TRIDENTINE  MASSES IN  JANUARY & FEBRUARY

Sun., Feb. 5 – 11:30 am – High (s) Msgr. Bastress

Wed., Feb. 8 – 12:10 pm – Msgr. Bastress

Sat., Feb. 11 – 12:10 pm – Msgr. Bastress

Sun., Feb. 12 – 11:30 am – Msgr. Bastress

Wed., Feb. 15 – 12:10 pm – Msgr. Bastress

Sat., Feb. 18 – 12:10 pm – Msgr. Bastress

Sun., Feb. 19 – 11:30 am – High (c) Fr. Peterson

Wed., Feb. 22 – 12:10 pm – (NO) Msgr. Bastress

Wed., Feb. 22 – 7:00 pm – Msgr. Bastress

Sat., Feb. 25 – 12:10 pm – Msgr. Bastress

Sun., Feb. 26 – 11:30 am – Fr. Peterson

Wed., Feb. 29 – 12:10 pm – Msgr. Bastress

 (s) – schola               (c) – mixed choir

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       RESPECT LIFE CORNER

 Pregnant, Need Help?  1-800-ANGEL-OK

                         Suffering Post-Abortion Stress?  Call Project Rachel  1-800-286-4224

Need pregnancy counseling? Call Center for Pregnancy Concerns at 410-391-3911

Please continue to say prayers for the closing of Planned Parenthood and the end of abortion, either at home or at Planned Parenthood. 

WORD OF LIFE

Our society, which all too often questions the inestimable value of life, every life, needs you [young people with disabilities]: in a decisive way you help build the civilization of love. What is more, you play a leading role in that civilization. As sons and daughters of the Church, you offer the Lord your lives, with all their ups and downs, cooperating with him and somehow becoming “part of the treasury of compassion so greatly needed by the human race” (Spe Salvi, 40).

             Pope Benedict XVI, Remarks at the San José Foundation for Disabled Youth, Madrid, August 20, 2011

ADOPTION – THE LOVING OPTION

Adoption is a life-giving, loving option for women in a crisis pregnancy.  For information about adoption, visit www.catholiccharitiesusa.org or www.directory.adoption.com/domestic/Maryland.html

Please continue to pray for the born so that they may be healthy and happy; for the unborn so that they may be born; and for the babies who will not be born due to abortion, that they find happiness in the loving arms of God.

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Please pray for the sick of the parish.  If you know of any member of the parish who is homebound or in the hospital, please call the office.  As you are aware, we no longer publish a list of the sick, but remember, they are kept in our prayers.

 RACHEL’S VINEYARD

Rachel’s Vineyard weekend retreats offer a beautiful opportunity for healing to any woman or man who has struggled with the emotional or spiritual pain of an abortion.  The retreat is a chance to get away from the daily pressures of work and family, to focus on a painful time in life, and to begin healing through a supportive and non-judgmental process.   Rachel’s vineyard strictly respects confidentiality and privacy.  If you or someone you know is hurting, please call today.   For more information call the toll-free national hotline at 1-877-hope-4-me or visit the website at www.rachelsvineyard.org.

DEFEND LIFE LECTURE TOUR

 Fr. Paul Schenck – “Has Science Become Pro-Life?”   See bulletin insert for more details.

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100,000 ROSARIES FOR THE UNBORN

The Archdiocese of Baltimore is collaborating with the Knights of Columbus in Maryland, the Archdiocese of Washington, and the Diocese of Wilmington to conduct a drive to solicit pledges to have 100,000 rosaries said for the unborn in the month of March.  The purpose is to rid our state and nation of abortion and to pray for the families of the children who have been aborted. 

Please stop by the office/gift shop and sign the pledge sheet.  The rosary you say can save a life!

 MARYLAND MARCH FOR LIFE - MARCH 12, 2012

            The only night of the week the Maryland State Legislature is in session is Monday night.  We want to be there when they are.  Mark your calendars now for the Maryland March for Life in 2012 at the Lawyer’s Mall.   The March and Rally take about 2 hours, with a worship Service and Mass for those who would like to attend.  Afterwards, there is a reception so Marchers can warm up, have a snack, and socialize.       For more information info@marylandmarchforlife.org.

Please pray for our Purgatorial Enrollees:  Paul A. Myers & Judd Cronin

Please pray for the repose of the soul of David Corrigan who died on January 25, 2012.  David was the son of Sarah Corrigan, one of St. Alphonsus’ parishioners. 

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Please pick up your SUNDAY OFFERTORY ENVELOPES.  PLEASE stop by the hallway outside the Gift Shop and retrieve your envelopes.  They are arranged in alphabetical order.

TAX REMINDER

 In order for your donations to be acknowledged by St. Alphonsus Church for 2011, your donations must have been postmarked or received by St. Alphonsus Church no later than December 31, 2011.  DONATIONS RECEIVED IN THE OFFICE OR POSTMARKED AFTER DECEMBER 31, 2011, WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED AS DONATIONS IN 2012 FOR TAX PURPOSES.  Please call the office to request your contribution letter for 2010.  (If you received a letter in 2011, you will automatically receive one for 2011)

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FIRST COMMUNION CLASSES

The next class for those who will be receiving their First Communion in May, 2012, will be meeting in the first floor conference room, on Sunday, February 12th,  immediately following the 11:30 a.m. Mass.  

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LOOKING FORWARD TO:

 February  5 – Four Chaplains’ Mass – 10:00 a.m.

 February 11 – Valentine’s Raffle (stop by the office to pick up your chances)

February 20 – Presidents’ Day – Office Closed – One Mass Only – 10:00 am

 February 22 – Ash Wednesday – Ashes distributed after all Masses.  7:00 am (English) 12:10 pm (English)

and 7:00 pm (Tridentine) 

February 24 – Stations of the Cross after the 12:10 pm Mass 

February 26 – Stations of the Cross after the 11:30 am Mass

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WELCOME!!

        Every so often, we here at St. Alphonsus entertain a visitor from not only another city or state, but also from other countries.  We have had visitors from Ireland, Columbia South America, Germany, Egypt, and a variety of others.  They all say that they have heard of the beauty and spirituality of our church and were glad to see that what they heard was true! 

       If you are a visitor to St. Alphonsus, we want you to know how welcome you are – whether you come from another part of the country, from across the world, or from another parish.  Thank you for praying with us and we hope you enjoyed your visit and will come again!

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 Anticipating a Baptism? 

If you are thinking of presenting an infant or young child for Baptism in the next few months, please contact either Msgr. Bastress or Deacon Hugh Mills at the parish office (410-685-6090).

GIFT SHOP NEWS

There are a variety of religious books and other items now available in our Gift Shop.  Please stop by and browse – you may find something that catches your eye!

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Don’t forget to turn in your Valentine Raffle Tickets.  Drawing is on Saturday, February 11 at 3:00 p.m.  If you haven’t received any tickets, stop by the Gift Shop. Win $1,000.00, $500.00, or $250.00!   $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00.  Benefits the Organ Restoration.

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THE ARCHBISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL

ENTRUSTED WITH A STEWARDSHIP

(1 Corinthians 9:17)

             The Archbishop’s Annual Appeal is now underway.  Many of our parishioners have received a mailing from Archbishop O’Brien.  He has asked that you make a pledge to the 2012 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal.

             This year, the theme of the Appeal is, “Entrusted With a Stewardship.”  We have been entrusted with a stewardship to care for the less fortunate members of our community.  Let us act as our Savior Jesus Christ and touch their lives with compassion.  Let us share the many blessings that God has bestowed on us and give generously to the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal. 

            Your gift will enable Archdiocesan support of ministry, education, and services that touch thousands of lives not only in our Archdiocese but throughout the world.

             Our parish receives 25% of each dollar contributed up to our goal of $20,770.  The, we receive 50% of the additional funds received beyond our goal.  This year, we will commit our parish rebates to some of the maintenance issues facing our buildings. 

            Please answer the Archbishop’s request and make a generous pledge.  All pledges can be billed in ten monthly installments.  Thank you in advance for your support.

Living Will & Testament

The future of St. Alphonsus Church depends on YOU! 

Please remember your Church in your Will. 

Our legal title is: 

St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Congregation, Inc.

114 W. Saratoga St.

Baltimore, MD 21201

In addition, stocks may be donated to St. Alphonsus Church through

Mike Stafford, Investment Executive

@ R B C WEALTH MANAGEMENT

100 Light St., 10^th Floor

Baltimore, MD 21202

410-659-4697

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GETTING MARRIED?

                 Remember to contact either Msgr. Bastress or Deacon Hugh Mills at the parish office at least

six months   prior  to the wedding date

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All married couples are cordially invited to join Archbishop Edwin O’Brien for the special World Marriage Day Mass and Reception at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen, 5200 N. Charles St. (not the Basilica downtown), February 12, 2012 at 3:00 pm.  The Mass will be bilingual in English and Spanish and interpreted for the deaf.

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TRIP TO LITHUANIA

            The Cathedral of Vilnius, Antakalnis Cemetery, Gediminas Castle, KGB Museum, Gates of Dawn, Amber Museum, Kurion Peninsula, Hill of Crosses…

            Sound like places you have heard of and would like to see?

           Join Msgr. Arthur W. Bastress on a trip to the Old Country in August 2012!  Information on the trip has arrived.  Anyone interested may call the rectory office or gift shop and leave your name and contact information.

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Knights of Columbus Council #5058

Free Family Night at the Movies

Held at

St. Ursula’s Spiritual Center

(8801 Harford Rd., Parkville, MD)

Friday, February 10,  2012

Starting at 7:00 pm – doors open at 6:30 pm

Presenting:

Disne’s “Cars2”

Come and enjoy an evening of family fun

RSVP helpful but not required

For more information call:

Rick Callender – 410-665-1695

Raphael Cilento – 410-529-8671

Michael Colbourne – 443-876-2828

  Any parish organization having information that it would like to share, such as meeting dates and times, please submit same before noon on Wednesdays.  All information is subject to approval by Monsignor.  Thank you.

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Tree of Life: A beautiful gilded Tree of Life is on the vestibule wall of Saint Alphonsus Church.  The name of an individual or family to be honored will be inscribed on his or her own gold leaf.  Mass will be offered annually for all those whose names appear on the tree or on one of the foundation stones around it.  Parishioners, members of the Novena Family and Friends of Saint Alphonsus Church are invited to call Deacon Hugh Mills at (410) 685-6090 for information.  All donations from the Tree of Life will be used for church and rectory restorations.  Leaf donation is $500.00.  Your gift is tax deductible. Payments can be made in installments.

In addition, please continue to remember to bring in your used computer ink or copy machine cartridges as well as old cell phones.  This is a fund raiser that doesn't hurt but only helps.  On the average, cell phones bring in up to $3.00 per phone.  Remember, please continue to bring in those old used cell phones.  THANKS TO ALL WHO TAKE PART IN THIS FUNDRAISER.  Any questions please call the rectory office.