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BAPTISM OF THE LORD Renewal By The Holy Spirit Sts. Peter and Paul Church
January 13, 2019
GOOD NEWS! We have all received baptism, but why don’t the amazing fruits and graces received then always show themselves powerfully in our lives? Titus tells us what has already happened for us in baptism. We were saved “through the bath of rebirth and renewal by the holy Spirit” (3:5). Yet this renewal accomplished by the Spirit needs to be fully embraced by us for it to reach its potential. We know we have been renewed, but how do we keep renewing? This happens by prayerful contact with the Holy Spirit. In Titus, Spirit is capitalized because it’s the Spirit of God. Renewal by the Holy Spirit is a renewal in which God, not man, is the principal protagonist. “Behold, I” (not you) “make all things new” (Revelation 21:5). We often think that to be renewed and grow, we have to do something. God tells us it is something he does. “I, the Lord, make you holy” (Leviticus 20:8). We have to give him back the power he already has. Or better yet, we need to recognize God’s power and let him use it in us. A revolution needs to happen in our minds and hearts where we recognize that without the Holy Spirit we can do nothing. So ask the Holy Spirit to come upon you in a real baptism of fire. Then all those baptismal gifts will spark into a flame and help you set the world ablaze with his love! — Fr. Mark Haydu, LC
For Reflection: When was the last time I prayed to the Holy Spirit? He is a real divine person; talk to him. Am I courageous enough to ask the Holy Spirit to come down and touch my soul with his fire? © 2019 Liguori Publications, Liguori, MO 63057-9999. Printed in U.S.A. Imprimatur: “In accordance with c. 827, permission to publish has been granted on December 1, 2017, by the Most Reverend Edward M. Rice, Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese of St. Louis. Permission to publish is an indication that nothing contrary to Church teaching is contained in this work. It does not imply any endorsement of the opinions expressed in the publication; nor is any liability assumed by this permission.” No part of this work may be used in any form without the prior written permission of Liguori Publications. Scripture texts in this work are taken from the New American Bible, revised edition © 2010, 1991, 1986, 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., Washington, DC. All Rights Reserved. To order Liguori Sunday Bulletins, call 800-325-9521
Reading I - Isaiah 40:1—5, 9—11 The prophet Isaiah gives us a timeless vision of God’s promised redemption. Jerusalem is comforted, her warfare is ended, and her iniquity is pardoned. The world of nature will be transformed, and the coming One will feed and care for the people like a shepherd. This is the peace and joy that awaits the faithful.
Reading II - Titus 2:11--14; 3:4--7 St. Paul the apostle writes to Titus of the ultimate triumph of the saving power that is revealed in Jesus Christ. Christ gave himself to redeem us and to purify us for his use. In Christ we have been justified by grace and through faith, and have become heirs of eternal life.
Reading III - Luke 3:15—16, 21—22 Great movements tend to begin with some kind of initiation or commissioning. We do not know how much Jesus knew about his mission, but by submitting to baptism he was dedicating himself to fulfill his Godgiven vocation. He would face a world of darkness and light, persecution and promise, sorrow and joy. But he would triumph in the end.
NEXT WEEK’S READINGS Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 1st Reading– Isaiah 62:1—5 2nd Reading – 1 Corinthians 12:4—11 Gospel - John 2:1—11
JANUARY Prayer Intentions from
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That young people, especially in Latin America, follow the example of Mary and respond to the call of the Lord to communicate the joy of the Gospel to the world.
Have you met the Desert Fathers? St. Anthony, Feast Day on January 17 Anthony "the Great", the "Father of Monks", ranks with those saints whose life exercised a profound influence upon succeeding generations. He was born in Middle Egypt (about 250) of distinguished parents. After their untimely deaths, he dedicated himself wholly to acts of mortification. One day while in church he heard the words of the Gospel: "If you wish to be perfect, go, sell what you have, and give it to the poor" (Matt. 19:21). It seemed as if Christ had spoken to him personally, giving a command he must obey. Without delay he sold his property, gave the proceeds to the poor, and went into the desert (about 270). When overcome by fatigue, his bed was the hard ground. He fasted rigorously, ate only bread and salt, and drank only water. Nor would he take food before sundown; at times he passed two days without any nourishment. Often, too, he spent whole nights in prayer. The saint suffered repeatedly from diabolical attacks, but these merely made him more steadfast in virtue. He would encourage his disciples in their struggle with the devil with such words: "Believe me; the devil fears the vigils of pious souls, and their fastings, their voluntary poverty, their loving compassion, their humility, but most of all their ardent love of Christ our Lord. As soon as he sees the sign of the Cross, he flees in terror." He died in 356 on Mount Kolzin by the Red Sea, 105 years old. A year later his friend, the fearless bishop and confessor St. Athanasius, wrote his biography, which for centuries became the classic handbook of ascetics. As seen by St. Anthony, the purpose of asceticism is not to destroy the body but to bring it into subjection, re-establishing man's original harmonious integrity, his true God-given nature. Patron Saint of: Amputees; animals; basket makers; basket weavers; brushmakers; butchers; cemetery workers; domestic animals; eczema; epilepsy; epileptics; ergotism (Saint Anthony's fire); erysipelas; gravediggers; hermits; hogs; monks; pigs; relief from pestilence; skin diseases; skin rashes; swine; swineherds
Rose & Fidel Adamos Kiana Rose Adams Vanessa Alcova Isaac Alajado Loranzo Alota Becky Alota Darlene Amaroso Tony Bacani Michael Bartolome Ho Lun Big Olivia Mia Blake Maniko Brady Arthur Cababa Wini Chow Teresita M. Custodio Avon Czerwinski Regina Czerwinski Blanche DeConte Azarias D Dosdos Shirley Dungo Tessie Dungo Charles Goo Blanche Hansen Florence Henson Stanley Ho Shirlene Iwai Maria Elena Jencks Jack Jucewicz Christopher Jucewicz Michelle Keely Charlene Lau Pat Low Magdalin Lutero Bona M. Macabare Charita A Mabon John M. Masunaga Craig McCrea Hilda Mendoza
Brady Metcalf Thomas Mistysyn Robert Mistysyn Edwin Munalem Betty Ann Nault Patrice Nielsen Felicitas R. Noland Jean Obara Ray M. Olis Lourdes Olis Berry Oloday Maria Oloday Judy Orlando Nancy Pang Joannita Pangelinan Yvonne S. Pangelinan Ephrem Perez Josefina Perez Anella Rabauliman Bregida R. Reyes Maggie Rotelo Victoriana Santiago Ingo Rafael Sharez Oliver Shilling Myong Soon Sim Joseph Anthony Sullivan Dolores Suredam Lolita A. Sutton Edwin Tagura John Testado Yolanda Trejo Myrna Vallespin Arlyn P. Valmoria Lydia Velasquez Ho Chun Wah Ho Shiu Yan Theresa Yu Janleen Maria Xymoon
Please pray for the repose of the soul of George DeConte His funeral mass will be held on
January 26, 2019 at 9:00 a.m.
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STEWARDSHIP TIME-TALENT- TREASURE HOW TO HELP FIGHT HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Our Catholic Care Brown Bag Collection is January 19th & 20th. Please see the list of needed items.
Sorting and packing - Jan. 21st at 9:00 AM. Distribution - January 22nd & 23rd. Mahalo for your sharing food supplies with those who have less. Your donations help us to help others. ***************** The next Hawaii Food Bank Distribution will be Friday, January 18th @ 1:15-2:45.
If you would like to receive the Hawaii Foodbank box see the website to register. There are age and income qualifications. If you are able to volunteer please come at 11:00 a.m. to check in. We need help registering people, passing out water and refreshments, translators, showing kindness to strangers. Strong bodies needed to help carry boxes to the cars. Do you know someone in our parish who would benefit from receiving a food bag to help them make ends meet? Please tell them to contact our Catholic Care Helpline (808) 941-0675 All information we receive remains confidential.
Be Informed Visit the USCCB website "About Human Trafficking" page to educate yourself about the issue of human trafficking and learn about the Catholic Church's teaching on this subject. Download the National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month toolkit. Sign up for their newsletter. Become Involved Become a SHEPHERD and lead your parish or community group to fight human trafficking in your area. Join an anti-trafficking coalition or group in your city. Pray for the safety of the vulnerable. Be an Ethical Consumer and Employer Find out how your actions contribute to or reduce the demand for human trafficking. Websites like www.slaveryfootprint.org., www.knowthechain.org., or the app Sweat & Toil., can be good places to start. Spread the Word Help reach your community. For resources or to request technical assistance, training or consultancy services, contact Anti-Trafficking Services at mrstraff@usccb.org. Be Observant-Notice these Indicators of Human Trafficking. Signs of being controlled: • No identification documents. • Unable to leave job or residence. • Not in control of their own finances . • Is under 18 and provides commercial sex acts. • At any age unwillingly provides commercial sex acts. • Is afraid of law enforcement or receiving help. • In a relationship with someone who is dominating. • Never is alone and/or always has someone translating or answering questions on their behalf. Signs of trauma: • Inconsistent details when telling their story. • Seems anxious, fearful or paranoid; avoids eye contact. • Tearfulness or signs of depression. • Unexplained bruises or cuts or other signs of physical abuse. • Is evasive or unable to answer questions about where they live. Take Action If you or someone you know has experienced any of these indicators call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text the hotline's BeFree textline: Text "BeFree" (233733). If you need more guidance on reporting potential cases of trafficking, you can call and talk through the case with USCCB Anti-Trafficking program staff at 202.541.335 Visit http://www.usccb.org/about/anti-trafficking-program/humantrafficking.cfm
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FAITH FORMATION YOUTH
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Our Youth Ministry continues to meet on thessecond and fourth Fridays in the 2nd floor conference room. As we meet, let us remember those preparing to meet in Panama January 22-27, 2019. Watch official WYD video at https://youtu.be/M3wGWp6Jom4
Just when you thought you had things squared away. . .The name RCIA (Rites of Christian Initiation for Adults) will change. The suggested name for the process of becoming a Catholic is the Catechumenate. The book with the Rites will change to Order of Christian Initiation for Adults. For the time being we will keep the process RCIA and change will come after we begin a new cycle.
As World Youth Day Panamá is fast approaching, it is important to spiritually prepare, so that your heart and mind will be open for God’s purpose in your life during this week-long pilgrimage.
So, if you are interested in becoming a Catholic, there is still room for you. If you need Sacraments Prayer is essential to the pilgrimage experience. of Confirmation and First Holy Communion we One key reason to pray is because God has cominvite you to join us as we explore the teachings manded us to pray. If we are obedient to His will, of the Church. You will not need to participate in then prayer must be part of our lives. Pilgrim Prayer (Take a few minutes a day to pray the Rites but we invite you to pray with our for the Youth of the world) Official Prayer for WYD candidates and catechumen. Panamá 2019 Our TOPICS from now until Lent are as follows: January 16/20 – Introduction to Prayer Merciful Father, January 23/27 – Sacred Scriptures You call us to live our lives as a way of salvation. Help us to recall the past with gratitude, to embrace January 30/Feb 3 – Baptism and Confirmation the present with courage and to build the future Feb 6/10 – The Four Last Things with hope. Feb 13/17 – The Second Coming of Christ Lord Jesus, our friend and brother, thank you for looking upon us with love. Let us listen to your voice Feb 20/24 – Preparing for Sacraments as it resonates in the hearts of each one with the March 6 – Ash Wednesday 6 pm Mass and strength and light of the Holy Spirit. reception of Ashes Grant us the grace of being a Church that goes forth with vibrant faith and a youthful face to communiTHE RITES will be celebrated as follows: cate the joy of the Gospel. May we help to build up March 10, 2019 – Rite of Sending for All the kind of society we long for, one where there is Participate at 9:00 a.m. Mass (followed by fairness and fellowship. Lunch) & 2:00 p.m. Rite of Election at St. We pray for the Pope and the bishops; for young Theresa Co-Cathedral. people; for all those who will take part in World March 30 – First Scrutiny at 5:00 p.m. Mass Youth Day in Panama and for those who are pre(Readings from Cycle A) paring to welcome them. April 7 – Second Scrutiny at 7:00 a.m. Mass Our Lady of Antigua, Patroness of Panama, help us (Readings from Cycle A) to pray and live with generosity like yours: “I am April 14 – Third Scrutiny at 11:00 a.m. Mass the servant of the Lord. May it be done to me ac(Readings from Cycle A) cording to your word” (Lk 1:38). Amen 4
STEWARDSHIP TIME – TALENT – TREASURE TREASURE
This Week’s Events January 13-19 2019
Mahalo for your generous contributions and Faithful Stewardship.
M – Main Church, U–Upstairs Parish Conference Room, R – Reception room, B - Blue room, G - Green Room, C – Courtyard
The Collection for January 5-6 is as follows: $16,802.63 Envelopes & Loose Collections Mass Intentions Blessing Electric Votive & Candles Total:
Sunday BAPTISM OF THE LORD
$8,718.34 55.00 200.00 803.01 $9,776.35
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6:15 am —Rosary (M) 8:15 am — Youth choir practice (B) 10:15 am—R.C.I.A. Monday
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Building Fund Donation Solemnity of Mary All Saints Assumption First Offering Christmas
$15.00 95.00 2,586.90 10.00 5.00 1,460.00 50.00 Total: $4,221.90 Special Collections:
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6:30 pm – Charismatic Prayer Group (M) resumes Jan. 21
Our monthly Building Fund collection will be this weekend, January 12/13. There will be another Second Collection scheduled by the US Council of Bishops January 26/27. Your contributions are greatly appreciated, as we are continuing to improve and repair our Parish Church.
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January 15
6:10 am – Rosary (M) 11:15 am – Rosary (M) 7:00 pm – Centering Prayer (M) Wednesday
January 16
6:10 am – Rosary (M) 7:30 am – Novena to our Lady of Perpetual Help (M) 11:15 am – Rosary (M) 1:00 pm – Legion of Mary, Queen of Peace (R) 6:00 pm – RCIA (B) 6:30 pm – Scripture Study (R) Thursday
January 17
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6:10 am – Rosary (M) 11:15 am – Rosary (M) 5:15 & 6:00 pm – Choir Practice (M) Friday
SECOND COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND
January 14
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6:10 am – Rosary (M) 7:40 am - Eucharistic Adoration/Sacred Heart Devotion 10:00 – 11:30 am Confession and Spiritual Direction 10:45 am – Divine Mercy Devotion & Chaplet 11:15 am—International Rosary 11:45 am—Benediction 1:15-2:45 pm —Hawaii Foodbank Foodbox distribution Saturday BVM
11:15 am – Rosary 3:30 – 4:30 pm – Confessions (M)
January 19
AROUND THE PARISH AND THE DIOCESE Ecumenical Taizé Service In observance of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Friday, January 18, 2019 at 7:00 pm Newman Center—Holy Spirit Parish University of Hawaii—Manoa All are welcome! Join us for an hour of Sacred Music, Scripture and Prayer. “Justice and only justice you shall pursue.” Deuteronomy 16:18—20 Parking is available at St. Francis School. 2707 Pamoa Rd. Honolulu, HI. For more information contact the Office of Worship Ealmuena@rcchawaii.org or 808-585-3342
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SAVE THE DATE RED MASS Tuesday January 15, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. CATHEDRAL BASILICA OF OUR LADY OF PEACE Downtown Honolulu (1184 Bishop St.)
Saturday, February 9, 2019 Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, Pearl City 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
The Red Mass has been a tradition since 1955 for government officials and the community to gather at the beginning of the Legislative Session to pray together.
Mass and Opening Address by Bishop Larry Silva. Continental breakfast, vendor displays and workshops presented by national and local experts. There is no charge THANKS to our lead sponsor OSV. Register today by emailing your name and parish to mclark@rcchawaii or phone (808) 203-6723.
The Red Mass will feature Cardinal Peter Turkson, Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.
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valid baptism. Orthodox and most Protestant baptisms are recognized by the Catholic Church. However, baptisms performed by Christian communities that don't believe in the Trinity-Jehovah's Witnesses and Mormons, for example-are not recognized by the Catholic Church as valid. These communities may use the same matter (flowing water), but they don't have the same form (Trinitarian formula) or intention in their baptism. If your fiancde decides to become Catholic, she will need to attend Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) classes, make her first Communion and reconciliation, and be confirmed, but she has already been validly baptized and will not need to be baptized again.
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