Mass Times: Sat. 4:30 pm Sun. 7:45 am, 9:30 am, 12:10 pm, 5:00 pm Last Sunday of Month 12:10 pm Latin Mass
Daily Mass: Mon.– Fri. 8:00 am, Sat 9:00 am. Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Saint Joseph Catholic Church
830 Poplar Street Macon, Ga. 31201 478-745-1631 [email protected] January 28, 2018
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Pastor: Very Rev. J. Scott Winchel
Parochial Vicar: Rev. John W r ig ht
Permanent Deacon: Dona ld Coa tes
Permanent Deacon: Thoma s Eden
School Principal: Alex Por to
Director Religious Education: Ca ndia Michela
Music Director/Organist: Nelda Cha pma n
Director Youth Ministry: La ur en Miller
Finance: Pa tti Stinson
Receptionist/Secretary: Cindy Zila r o
Nursery Coordinator: Dia nne Ca r ter
Bulletin: Jim Zila r o
Maintenance Supervisor: Da vid Rubbo
Pastoral Council President: K a thr y n McCa nnon
Important Information and Resources Sacrament of Baptism:
Baptisms are celebrated once a month. Please contact our office
to register.
Confessions:
Mon thru Fri: 7:30 am to 7:50 am
Sat: 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm
Anointing of the Sick:
After Saturday morning Mass and by request
Sacrament of Matrimony:
Arrangements should be made at least six months in advance.
Participation in a marriage preparation program is required.
Please call parish office for more information. Do not set a date
prior to speaking to the priest or deacon.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA):
Interested in becoming Catholic, contact Deacon Don Coates at
Religious Education:
Sunday 11:00 am - 12 Noon, Mid-August - May.
Bookstore/Gift Shop: 478-743-9224
Tues - Sat: 2:30 - 4:30 pm & following each weekend Mass.
Phone Numbers:
Saint Joseph School - 478-742-0636
Mount de Sales Academy - 478-751-3240
Family Advancement Ministries - 478-745-7165
Maximilian Kolbe Center For Life - 478-257-4425
Daybreak - 478-216-9119
Dear Parishioners,
This week we celebrate Catholic Schools Week and are thankful for the blessing that we have in St.
Joseph Catholic School and Mount de Sales Academy. There will be a school open house today
(Sunday, January 28th) from 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm if you would like to visit and take a tour of our
school. We still have openings for next year’s school year, so feel free to stop by for a visit.
This year, the Distinguished Alumni Award recipient is Pauline O’Mahony and we are grateful to her
for all she has done for our community and for our school. Congratulations Pauline!
This week we welcome a seminarian to our parish who will be staying with us for the upcoming
months while getting some on-the-job training. Solomon Kaanan has been studying to be a priest for
the Diocese of Savannah and has been studying at St. Vincent de Paul Seminary in Boynton Beach,
Florida. His anticipated ordination is planned to take place in 2020. If you see Solomon around the
parish, feel free to welcome him and pray for him on his journey. As Jesus said, “The harvest is great
and the laborers are few. Therefore, ask the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into His
harvest.”
Thank you and have a blessed week.
In Christ,
Fr. Winchel
Sanctuary Candle In Memory of:
Gail Marshall
Altar Flowers
Flowers on the altar today are in memory of:
Hugh Coleman
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Weekly Schedule: SUNDAY, January 28, 2018 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Deuteronomy 18:15-20; 1 Corinthians 7:32-35; Mark 1:21-28 7:45AM: Jim Bothe † 9:30AM: For the People 11:00AM: PREP (SJS) 11:30AM: Canticum Novum Rehearsal (LOFT) 12:10PM: Latin Mass - Mary Durbin † 3:00PM: Q & A End of Life Medical Issues (SH) 5:00PM: Teresa and Gaetano Conte † 6:10PM: Youth Meeting (GYM) MONDAY, January 29, 2018
2 Samuel 15:13-14, 30; 16:5-13; Mark 5:1-20 8:00AM: Ted Wach † 5:00PM: Miraculous Medal Novena (CH) TUESDAY, January 30, 2018
2 Samuel 18:9-10, 14b, 24-25a, 30—19:3; Mark 5:21-43 8:00AM: Patti Able 10:00AM: Adult Bible Study (KOLBE) WEDNESDAY, January 31, 2018 St. John Bosco, Priest
2 Samuel 24:2, 9-17; Mark 6:1-6 8:00AM: Augustine Okeke † 6:45 PM: Dinner and Doctrine (SH) 7:15PM: RCIA (CTR) 7:15PM: St. Joseph Choir Rehearsal (LOFT) THURSDAY, February 1, 2018
1 Kings 2:1-4, 10-12; Mark 6:7-13 8:00AM: Fr. Vernon Knight 10:00AM: Catholic Schools Week Mass - Joe Day † FRIDAY, February 2, 2018 Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
Malachi 3:1-4; Hebrews 2:14-18; Luke 2:22-40 8:00AM: Hugh Coleman † 10:00AM: SJS Mass - Cindie Ortiz † SATURDAY, February 3, 2018 St. Blaise, Bishop and Martyr
Romans 5:1-5; Mark 16:15-20 9:00AM: Matthew Pritchard 10:30AM: Altar Server Training (CH) 3:15PM: Confession (CH) 4:30PM: John Kochanek † SUNDAY, February 4, 2018 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Job 7:1-4, 6-7; 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23; Mark 1:29-39 7:45AM: Dr. James Bolan † 8:45AM: First Sunday Fellowship (SH) 9:30AM: Patrick Cochran † 10:45AM: First Sunday Fellowship (SH) 11:00AM: PREP (SJS) 11:30AM: Canticum Novum Rehearsal (LOFT) 12:10PM: Johnny J. Deep † 5:00PM: For the People No Youth Meeting 6:20PM: Theology on Tap (Just Tap’d)
CAFÉ: School Cafeteria CH: Church CTR: Center FAM-H: FAM High St.
SJS: St. Joseph School UR: Upper Room * Nursery Available
LOFT: Choir Loft MDS: Mount de Sales RR: Resource Room REC: Rectory
FAM-O: FAM Orange St. GYM: School Gym KCH: Knights of Colum bus Hall KOLBE: Kolbe Center
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Catholic Medical Association The Catholic Medical Association St. Kolbe Guild and the Kol-
be Center are presenting a talk entitled “End of Life Medical
Issues: A Catholic Perspective.” This brief talk will be in the
St. Joseph Social Hall today January 28, 2018 at 3:00
PM. The presentation will discuss issues of planning, decision
making, advanced directives and other topics that confront
individuals and families during emotionally difficult
times. Light refreshments will be served. All are invited. If
you have questions contact Ann Beall at The Kolbe Center
[email protected] or 478-257-4425.
AED Machines And Medical Pagers
There are two AED machines located in different areas of the
church. One is in the back of the church near the elevator on
the wall over the water fountain; the other one is located in the
Social Hall just inside the double doors near the kitchen.
Our ushers are in need of volunteers to assist in an emergency
should the need arise during Mass. Volunteers are needed to
be in possession of our medical pagers during Mass. If you are
in the medical profession and would like to volunteer for this
important service, please see one of the ushers upon arrival at
the Mass you normally attend. We appreciate your assistance.
Lent 2018 We have some very eye-catching dates coming up in our
Church calendar. Ash Wednesday is February 14, and Easter is
April 1. Maybe this is the year to fall in love with Jesus in the
Eucharist, and the year to really become “fools” for Jesus. The
Diocese of Savannah is asking parishes to participate in a
program called Living the Eucharist. It is a time when small
groups meet for Bible study and discussion to further our
understanding of the Mass. It is for adults, youth, and families
---truly a program for everyone. Sign up to participate in six
small group meetings. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity
for growing in your faith!
Confirmandi Meeting Today, January 28th, there is a meeting for the Confirmandi
at 6:30 in the church. Parents and sponsors are encouraged to
attend.
Sunday Envelope System As parishioners we encourage the use of the envelope system
or online giving for your offertory. Since many of you have
taken advantage of the Online Giving option in lieu of using
the envelopes you may want to consider discontinu-
ing receiving them in the mail. If so, please call Cindy in the
parish office at 478-745-1631.
Saint Joseph’s Catholic School
Activities Here and Around St. Joseph’s
Since 1872 St Joseph’s Catholic School
905 High Street.
Located in Historic Downtown Macon
(478) 742-0636 . www.sjsmacon.org
Academic Enrichment
Fine Arts and Technology
PE and Foreign Language
Welcoming Families of all Faiths 3K-6th
Accredited by AdvancED
Specialized Tutoring
Before and After Care
Extracurricular Activities
OPEN HOUSE
Sunday, January 28
Drop In Noon-2:30 p.m.
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Catholic Medical Association
Stewardship Dinner
Saturday, February 24 @ 6:30PM
Catholic Pastoral Center Boland Hall
2170 E. Victory Drive
Savannah, Georgia 31404 Physicians and all health care workers: The Catholic Medical
Association will host a guest speaker at the Catholic Pastoral
Center in Savannah. Dr. Kathleen Raviele will be speaking on
the history of the Catholic Medical Association. Dr. Raviele is a
physician in Atlanta and served as the president of the nation-
al CMA organization in 2007-2008. Dinner will be provided.
Health care workers and supporters are welcome to attend
this talk and meeting to discuss formation of a CMA guild in
Savannah. For further information, contact Richard Rowe
Around the Deanery and the Diocese
Clean Cupboards / Clean Hearts The Clean Cupboards/Clean Hearts ministry at St Joseph
Church assists the St Peter Claver Church Food Pantry by
providing foods for distribution. Please place your donations
in the marked boxes in the church on February 3rd and 4th.
Canned soups, boxed pasta, sauces, rice, dry potatoes and
cereals are especially needed this month. Please be mindful
that all items are factory sealed and are within the “used by”
date. Thank you for your support, your contributions have
made a difference in the lives of so many. May God bless you
and your family throughout the coming year.
He who is kind to the poor lend to the Lord and he
will reward him for what he has done. Proverbs 19:17
Question of the Week
What kind of “unclean spirits” afflicting some people do I
encounter? Do I risk becoming unclean myself when encoun-
tering those who are afflicted? Can I overcome that risk?
Mass Intentions One of the greatest gifts we can give our living or deceased
loved ones is to offer prayer for them. If you would like to offer
a Mass Intention, call or come by the parish office to make
your request. The suggested stipend is $10 per intention
which includes a card to be sent to the family.
Altar Servers I would like to thank all those who attended the altar server
introduction session. Please make sure you get your
registrations forms completed and sent in. If you missed one
of these sessions and would like to serve please contact Jim
Zilaro at [email protected] or call 478-390-3697.
Daybreak Daybreak, a ministry of DePaul USA, is a centrally located, stand-alone facility that offers homeless people support that assists to increase their daily living skills and connect them to existing community services. Daybreak offers services in three primary areas: medical care, hygiene (clothes washing, show-ers), education and citizenship (job readiness, literacy, art therapy). Anyone interested in helping this ministry please contact: Kathy Smith, 478-442-1850 or [email protected]
Health Ministry This ministry provides an opportunity for health care profes-sionals to volunteer their time to provide health information, basic health screening, and information on available commu-nity services. All medical professionals are welcome – physi-cians, nurses, dentists, dental hygienists, physical therapists, assistants, dieticians, medical students, etc. Those who work outside of the healthcare industry are also welcome to help organize the ministry activities. For more information, contact Billy Shackelford at 478-952-0988 or [email protected]
Ministry Opportunities
The bulletin deadline is 10 days prior to the date you need your article to appear. All items received after
the deadline will go into the next bulletin. Submissions should be emailed to: [email protected].
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Expectant Mothers & their babies Amy Bates, Baby Boy Devin Brittany Elizabeth Bennett
US Navy
LCDR. Burnes Brown PO2. David Bushey MMFN/SS. Brandon Fowler PC2 T. Michael LeMaster SN. Mills Misinco PO2. James A. Palmer, III SGT. Scott Johnson LT. Christine Russell Petty LT. Thomas Petty LT. Nicholas D. Maskell LT. Jason M. Conner ENS. Zackary W. Putman LCDR. Wrenn Landers SA. James E Carter SN/FN. Nathan Treiber
US Air Force
Maj. Amy Bates MSgt. Gregory Currey SSgt. Irene Hewins Maj. Richard Ray Capt. Kyle Stramblad Capt. Robert Johnson TSgt. Kaitlyn Salvatore SSgt. Daniel Letchworth Capt. Paul Elsbernd Capt. Reed Elsbernd
US Army
SPC. Christopher J. Barry SGM. Marlon Faulds SPC. Charles Faulds Sgt. Brian Godwin PFC. Ian Hayward Maj. Sean Michelson Sgt. Josh Scroggins SPEC Forces Derek King SFC. Enrique A. Cayado LTC. Mark R. McClellan 2LT. Grace McClellan Sgt. Anthony Trujillo
US Army Reserves
Sgt. Alonza Richardson SSG. Kenneth Aguiar
US Marine Corps
Pfc. David H. Dixon, Jr. SSgt. Josh Howe SSgt. C. William Stanford Cpl. Dakota L. Lawson
Please say a prayer for the following:
Recent Baptisms
The Faithful Departed
Dr. James Bolan Welcome to our New
Members
Register/Address
Change If you are new to our parish and would
like to register with us or have had a
change in address, please complete the
form below and drop it in the offering
basket at Mass or mail to the address
on the form. Upon receipt, a parish
registration form will be mailed to you.
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Name______________________
Address_____________________
City____________ Zip________
Phone______________
Email___________________
New Parishioner
Change of Address
Return completed form to: St. Joseph Catholic Church
830 Poplar St. Macon, GA 31201
The Sick
Debbie Stallworth Catherine Genone Very Reverend Jacek Szuster, VF Dot Kelley Helen Jackson
Catholic Quiz
1. __________ was the Jewish warrior who led the fight against King
Antiochus to restore the Jewish Temple that had been defiled.
2. _________ was a Jewish Priest known as the King of Salem.
3. _________ was conjured up by the witch of Endor for King Saul.
4. _________ was a Jewish wife who saved her people from Haman's plotting.
5. _________ was King Solomon's Queen Mother.
Answers for last week: 1. Elisha 2. Jeremiah 3. Solomon 4. Isaiah 5. David
Our Catechumens and
Candidates
Catechumens
(those to be baptized)
Todd Mitchell, Allie Patrick, Lorrie
Shackelford, Brianna Tyler, Joshua Tyler
Candidates
(those baptized in other Christian faiths) Julia Callahan, Lindsey Keene, Jean
LeBeuf, Chrissy Mays, Becky Mays, Amber
Merschat, Betsy Mills, Cody Moran, Nick
Shackleford, William Stilley, Chris
Woiwode, Johna Wright
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Offertory for 1/21/18 Collected: $19,888
Same time last year: $21,391
Weekly average budgeted: $23,165
Debt Reduction/Vision 2020 As of January 21st, 2017
Debt reduction figures shown monthly.
Original debt: $3,223,645
Current debt: $1,759,341
Online Giving Online Giving allows us to make contributions to our church without
writing checks or worrying about cash donations. If you would like to give
online go to our St. Joseph online giving website
https://www.osvonlinegiving.com/697 to sign up or give us a call at our
parish office: 478-745-1631
Interested in how you can leave a
donation to St. Joseph’s in your will?
Contact us at the parish office.
Thank you for your generosity and continued support of St. Joseph Catholic Church!