St. Bernadette Catholic Church 9020 E. 51st Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64133-2125

Phone: (816) 356-3700 Fax: (816) 737-3447 Priest Emergency: 356-3700, press 4

Special Events: 356-3700, press 3, pause press 3 stbkcmo@gmail.com www.stbernadettekcmo.org

Facebook: St Bernadette Catholic Church KCMO Mass Schedule: Saturday - 4:00 pm; Sunday - 9:30 am

Weekdays: Mass - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 8:15 am Communion Service: Monday 8:15 am

Annulment Process Contact Advocates Linda Sapenaro or Cathy Weidmaier at the Parish Office.

Baptisms Please contact the Parish Office to register for the preparation class.

Bulletin Notices Please submit in writing to the Parish Office or via email to Vonda@stbernadettekcmo.org and Judy@stbernadettekcmo.org by noon on the Thursday 10 days before bulletin publication. Our bulletin is published weekly, in color, at www.stbernadettekcmo.org

Catechumenate Please contact the Parish Office for more information on the process to join The Catholic Church.

Communion for Homebound We desire community connections. Please call the Parish Office when lifestyle, through age or injury, keeps one from joining our weekend worship.

Food Pantry Monday through Thursday, 9:30 - 11:30 am, by appointment: 356-3700, Ext 228.

Marriage Contact the Parish Office at least nine (9) months before desired wedding date.

New Parishioners Welcome! We are glad you are here. Please see an usher or our Pastor after Mass, or call the Parish Office, to register.

Reconciliation Saturday 3:00 - 3:30 pm or by appointment.

Religious Education Children Preschool to Grade 6

Please contact the Parish Office for information.

Parish Staff - Servants of God’s People

Pastor .......................... Reverend David Holloway Ext. 212 Daveusn2003@yahoo.com

Associate Pastor ............. Reverend Phil Luebbert lubecallmephil@hotmail.com

Pastoral Care Coordinator ..... Cathy J. Weidmaier Ext. 232 Cathy@stbernadettekcmo.org

Director of Liturgy & Music ................. Jerry Snow Ext. 214 Jerry@stbernadettekcmo.org

Faith Formation Coordinator ...... Linda Sapenaro Ext. 218 Linda@stbernadettekcmo.org

Business Manager ........................... Vonda Geary Ext. 211 Vonda@stbernadettekcmo.org

Receptionist/Secretary ..................... Judy Carneal Ext. 210 Judy@stbernadettekcmo.org

Maintenance ................................. Michael Novak Report Abuse Diocesan Victim's Advocate Ombudsman Jenifer Valenti………....……...JeniferValenti@att.net 812-2500 Victim Advocate Kathleen Chastain……...Chastain@diocesekcsj.org 392-0011 Pastoral Council Visioners and Dreamers Mike Cushing .......................................... 358-1527 Jean Fahlstrom ....................................... 358-1827 Bonnie Heck ........................................... 737-2686 Kathy Marlatt ......................................... 217-6638 Tom Padilla ............................................. 645-2781 Noda Scherer.......................................... 358-4644

January 6, 2019

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Mission Statement We, the faith community of St. Bernadette, strive to better know, love, and serve God, through the teachings of

His Son Jesus Christ and the graces provided to us through His Holy Spirit and the Sacraments.

Dear Parishioners,

Epiphany is more than celebrating the appearance of the Magi, the Wise Men, in the story of Christmas. In the Eastern Christian churches, it is the main feast of the Christmas season and celebrates not only the birth but the manifestation of the Savior to the world, the light of God has been revealed. For us, in what we refer to as the Western Christian Churches, it is the end of the Twelve Days of Christmas. So, from Christmas Day until Epiphany a period to celebrate both liturgically and socially the Feast of Christmas. Unfortunately, much of the population is not tuned into this fact. One doesn’t have to have a big dinner every day for the twelve days, but the spirit of Christmas should last longer than it does. So, don’t be in a hurry to take down the tree, for instance. Next year don’t put the tree up too early, wait to put it up closer to Christmas. When people ask why you haven’t put your tree up yet tell them about the true Twelve Days of Christmas. This may also help us appreciate the season better.

God Bless, Fr. Dave

Mass Intentions for the Week

MONDAY, January 7 8:15 am Word/Communion Service TUESDAY, January 8 9:00 am ✝Lucille Carr by Joanne Ferdig WEDNESDAY, January 9 8:15 am ✝Anna Boehm by Jack & Laura Gray THURSDAY, January 10 8:15 am ✝Rocky Sapenaro by Linda Sapenaro FRIDAY, January 11 8:15 am ✝Harold Langsford by Jerry & Jean Fahlstrom SATURDAY, January 12 4:00 pm ✝Mary Scammacca by St. Gerard Guild SUNDAY, January 13 9:30 am St. Bernadette Memorials

✝ Indicates Deceased

Readings for the Week of January 6, 2019 Sunday Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord Is 60:1-6; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13; Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6; Mt 2:1-12 Monday Saint Raymond of Penyafort, Priest 1 Jn 3:22—4:6; Ps 2:7bc-8, 10-12a; Mt 4:12-17, 23-25 Tuesday 1 Jn 4:7-10; Ps 72:1-2, 3-4, 7-8; Mk 6:34-44 Wednesday 1 Jn 4:11-18; Ps 72:1-2, 10, 12-13; Mk 6:45-52 Thursday 1 Jn 4:19—5:4; Ps 72:1-2, 14 and 15bc, 17; Lk 4:14-22 Friday 1 Jn 5:5-13; Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, 19-20; Lk 5:12-16 Saturday 1 Jn 5:14-21; Ps 149:1-2, 3-4, 5-6a and 9b; Jn 3:22-30 Sunday Feast of the Baptism of the Lord Is 42:1-4, 6-7 or Is 40:1-5, 9-11; Ps 29:1-2,3-4, 3, 9-10 or Ps 104:1b-2, 3-4, 24-25, 27-28,29-30; Acts 10:34-38 or Ti 2:11-14; 3:4-7; Lk 3:15-16, 21-22

Mass times at Our Lady of Lourdes are Sunday 8:00 am & 11:00 am

Your Safety Matters

If the weather turns hazardous and any of you are afraid of driving in bad conditions, I would rather you be safe than wind up hurting your-self or your vehicle. If you can safely attend Mass, please do. Fr. Holloway

All Parishioners Donation Envelopes If you put your donation envelope in the collection basket at either

OLL or St. Bernadette, it will go to your home parish.

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We have a Facebook page! St. Bernadette Catholic Church KCMO

Bulletin Deadline is 10 days before publication date.

Emergency Updates

From time to time, it is a good idea to make sure the parish office has your current emergency contact information. If you’re not certain we are up to date,

please call or email the office with names and phone numbers of those you would like us to contact in the event of an emergency. It’s one more way we all take care of each other.

See our full color bulletin: stbernadettekcmo.org

Calendar of Events Week of January 6 through January 13

Sunday, January 6 PSR The Epiphany of the Lord Maintenance Fund Collection Coffee and Donuts by St. Frances Guild Monday, January 7 Women’s Cursillo Tuesday, January 8 Exercise Staff Meeting RCIA Renew Choir Practice Wednesday, January 9 Faith Formation Gathering Thursday, January 10 Exercise Friday, January 11 Altar Angels Church Cleaning Saturday, January 12 Pantry Collection Serra Club Greeting Card Sale Sunday, January 13 Pantry Collection Serra Club Greeting Card Sale Coffee and Donuts by St. Frances Guild

Our parish is hosting diocesan training for Mass Readers here January 15, and our Readers will also attend as a renewal and refresher?

Formation Gathering The next formation gathering is this Wednesday, January 9 in the Parish hall at 6 PM. We will begin with a light meal and then continue our study of Bishop Barron’s – Priest, Prophet and King. Every-one is welcome. Sign up sheet is in the vestibule.

Pew Buddy Many people who attend church sit in the same section each week. We have many one-person households in our parish, so thanks for letting us know if you notice anyone missing. We are also grateful for opportunities to meet visitors and those who are looking for a church home. Your welcome and hello makes a big difference. Contact Pastoral Care Coordinator, Cathy Weidmaier 356-3700 x232 or cathy@stbernadettekcmo.org

Catholic Charities 2018 RECAP Thanks to many generous donors, 2018 was a record-breaking year for the number of clients we were able to assist and the amount of funds we raised. Although these records are noteworthy, we all know, there is no end to poverty and Cath-olic Social Teaching tells us that human life is sacred and that the dignity of the human person is the foundation of a moral vision for society. If you were able or unable to help us in 2018 with our charitable mission, please prayerfully consider what you might be able to do in 2019. Aside from simply making cash donations, there are multiple opportunities for vol-unteering and getting involved in our events. Reach out to Nancy Butters (nbutters@ccharities.com) or Christie Dade (cdade@ccharities.com) to be part of this mission!

Italy Pilgrimage 2019 Father Ed Wills will be leading a pilgrimage to Italy in 2019, from October 3 to 17. Daily Mass and visits to basilicas and many holy sites in and around Venice, Padua, Florence, Assisi and Rome, including the Vatican and St. Peter’s Basilica, will be enjoyed. Since the group will be limited to 32, if you or a friend are interested, please contact Cheryl Wills at 816.807.2144 or Cheryl@CherylAnnWills.com for a de-tailed brochure as soon as possible.

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Question of the Week Epiphany of the Lord

Respect for Elders

Reading 1 I Isaiah 60:1–6 (glory of the new Zion) Reading II Ephesians 3:2–3, 5–6 (commission to preach God’s plan) Gospel Matthew 2:1–12 (the visit of the magi)

Key Passage: Then Herod sent the [magi] to Bethlehem, saying, “Go and search diligently for the child; and when you have found him bring me word so that I may also go and pay him homage.” (Matthew 2:8) Adult: When have you been jealous or fearful of another person? When are such feelings harmful? Child: When have you been jealous because something good happened to another person instead of you? What is the problem with feeling that way?

Reflection

The Magi are “overjoyed” at seeing the star that leads the way to Jesus. To those searching for truth, Jesus is a beacon of light in a dark night. The Magi overcame obstacles and yet still found their way, bearing their gifts, to Jesus Christ. May this be an example for us: let us be guided by Christ’s light as we bring our best to the world. Let us always find new ways around any obstacles we might face.

St. Francis Xavier is hosting a live video conference with Jesuit Father James Martin, SJ

“Building a Bridge: How the Catholic Church and the LGBT Community Can Enter into a Relationship of Respect, Compassion, Sensitivity.” Thursday, January 31, 2019 at7:00 - 8:00 PM (doors open at 6:00 PM) Arrupe Hall Auditorium, Rockhurst University (campus entrance at 54th and Troost). This is a public event, no cost. All are Welcome. We at SFX want to be a church “where God’s inclusive love is

proclaimed.” Parking available in the SFX Church parking lot and the Rockhurst University parking garage at the NE corner of 52nd and Troost. Childcare for ages 2-12 will be provided at SFX. Please register your attendance (and reserve a child-care spot for your child) by Monday, January 28 by emailing Mariann McCormally at mccormally@sfx-kc.org 816-381-9163.

Adult Faith Formation Offering at St. Sabina Welcoming the poor, the outcast and the stranger: Luke – Acts and its challenges to the modern world. Sessions will be held on Wednesday evenings beginning January 9 through January 30 from 7 – 9 PM. They will be repeated on Thursday mornings beginning January 10 through January 31 from 10 AM – Noon. All sessions will be held at St. Sabina Parish and will be facilitated by Biagio Mazza. See bulletin board for further details.

Greater Kansas City Worldwide Marriage Encounter

The mission of Worldwide Marriage Encounter is to proclaim the value of Marriage and Holy Orders in the Church and in the world. We provide couples, priests and religious with the opportunity to enter more deeply into their sacrament through a weekend experience designed to enhance the skills needed for living out God’s plan for a fruitful and loving relationship. Our next weekend is scheduled for March 1-3, 2019. As we begin the new year we offer a few “resolutions” for married couples. Resolution #1 - Make Your Marriage a Priority. Your marriage is the foundation of your family. It is the “school of love” that your children attend and the “domestic church” of the faith. Make a resolu-

tion to invest in your marriage in 2019. A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend will help you discover new ways to make your marriage the priority. The next weekend in the Kansas City area will be March 1-3, 2019. For more information, or to apply for a weekend, visit www.wwme4youandme.org, or call/email Tony & Barb Zimmerman at 816-741-4066, to-nybarbz@prodigy.net

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Healing and Hope after abortion. If you have had an abortion and are still grieving, Project Rachel can help. Visit www.ProjectRachelKC.com or call 816-591-3804, 913-621-2199 or 1-888-246-1504. Complete confidentiality is assured.

The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph is committed to combating sexual abuse in the Church. If you are a victim of sexual abuse, or if you observe or suspect sexual abuse:

1. Call the Missouri Child Abuse Hotline at 1.800.392.3738 (if the victim is currently under the age of 18), and

2. Contact your local law enforcement agency or call 911, and 3. After reporting to these civil and law enforcement authorities, report suspected

sexual abuse of a minor or vulnerable adult to the Diocesan Ombudsman, Jenifer Valenti, at: 816.812.2500 or JeniferValenti@att.net if the abuse involves a priest, deacon, employee or volunteer of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph.

The Diocese has a sincere commitment to providing care and healing resources to victims of sexual abuse and their families. Please contact the Victim Advocate, Kathleen Chastain, at: 816.392.0011 or Chastain@diocesekcsj.org for more information.

Holding in prayer…...Homebound

Mary Carter, Elmer Friederichs, Richard & Annie Kaber, Doug Rhodes, Kimberly Sanders, Prichard von David

Care Center Residents Armour Oaks Senior Living - Martha Hodson

Autumn Terrace - Joan DeMarkey Benton House of Blue Springs - Ray Rinas

Bridgewood Healthcare Center - Frank Cucchiara

Cameron Veterans Home - Levon Taylor John Knox Apartments - Faye Bloom New Mark Care Center - Nancy Rove

Rosewood at the Groves, Independence - Catherine Siron The Gardens at Jackson Creek - Sarah Brough

The Groves - Mike McMahon Village Assisted Living - Richard Coons

Wilshire at Lakewood - Peggy Neger, Patsy Smith Please Pray For:

Glenn Albin, Plez Bradley, Esther Brandt, Patrick Chapin, Judy Cushing, Wilma Doelling, Madeleine Fiscus, Beth Fisher, Susie Franklin, Kathleen Grace, Nettie Gaughran, John Gillum,

Lucille Grotewiel, Terrence Henry, Gary Hendricks, Larry Henggeler, Martha Hodson, Janice Jarrett, Madelon Kadlic, Dorothy Kline, Ray Kline, David Konecny, Mary Alice Lawrence, Clara Lenox, Dorothy Marra, Greg Marquart, Charito Ovalles, Paul Pace,

Gary Pricer, Nancy Reves, Robin Reed, Jerry Risser, Bea Robles, Gale Sloan, Chris St. Germain, Don Tattershall, Liz Tattershall,

Marcella Vaughn, Pat Wilkins, Maureen Williamson

Family and Friends Asking for Prayers

Sarah Gordon, daughter of Cathy Gordon; Heather, niece of Patricia Jones; Barbara Silvius, former pa-rishioner; Sara Shortino, daughter-in-law of Margue-rite; Mickey Rosenberger, niece of Nettie Gaughran; Jenny Stringer, daughter of Jean and Jerry Fahlstrom; Sharon Ness, friend of Kathleen Grace; Brandon, nephew of Veronica Hurd; Thomas Cardamone, uncle of Chuck Linton; Lucille Kobosky, aunt of Chuck Linton; George Thomas, friend of Chuck Lin-ton; Jim Strathaus, friend of Chuck Linton; Deanna Cunningham, aunt of Judy Carneal; Dana Ruark, daughter of Dee Phillips; Rosemary Sailler, Godchild of Rosie Sosna; Fr. Donald E. Sturm, former pastor; Arnold Richichi, brother of Nettie Gaughran; Michael Shortino, son of Marguerite Shortino; Deanna Kunzweiler, former parishioner; Agnes Sala-dino, mother-in-law of Rita; Zeny Anico, sister-in-law of Naty Pricer; Kathy Schneider, niece of Cookie Crosby; John Novak, brother of Mike and Ed; Joe Mayer, relative of Liz Tattershall; Steven Zicarelli, grandson of Marguerite Shortino; Marion Saladino, father-in-law of Rita Shortino; Ron Harris, husband of Cerise; John Amaro, cousin of Shortino family; Paul and Joseph Shortino, sons of Marguerite Shortino; Jill Padilla, sister of Terrance Henry; Kathy & Robert Matroni-Mobley, relatives of JoAnn Arrighi; Wayne Parsons, friend of Sosna family; Sharon Churchill, friend of Marguerite Shortino & Rosie Sosna; Pat Fitzgerald, neighbor of Alosie Barringhaus; Jennie Alfs, granddaughter of Margue-rite Shortino; Jonathan Shortino, grandson of Mar-guerite Shortino; Maxine Breunig, ex mother-in-law to Willie Brandt; John Tuccillo, former St. Bernadette parishioner; Anita, sister of JoVita Kleiman; Jeff Huffmaster, friend of Chuck Linton’s brother Pat; Telesa Tinberg, niece of Clara Lenox; Pat Rhodes, sister of Gloria Curtis; Sam Dempsey, father of Vonda Geary; Jan Rogers, daughter of Mike and Judy Cushing; David Flannery, son of Jim and Mary; Sharise Barnes-Vaughn, daughter-in-law of Marcella Vaughn; Kendra Barnes-Albert, sister of Sharise Barnes-Vaughn; Jim Carroll, brother-in-law of Bob (Jacqui) Rose; Virginia Wood, mother of Karen Wood; Joan Olson, 4 pm Mass; Kathleen Vogel, sister of Tom Lyndon; Monica Sloan, aunt of Geralyn Cerveny; Dennis Randall, brother-in-law of Mary Strahan; Mary Ann Schneider, sister of Cookie Crosby; Jim Miller and Jodi Hamblin relatives of Clara Lenox; Mindy Horton, daughter of Vonda Geary; Kimberly Ann von David, daughter-in-law of Prichard von David; Bob Boehm, son of Annie and nephew of Rosie; Tom Neff, brother of Mary (Jerry) Snow; Richard Habiger, brother of Liz (Don) Tattershall; Andrea Marchese, daughter of Patty Marchese; Marge Sosna, sister-in-law of Rosie Sosna; Robert Sosna, brother-in-law of Rosie Sosna; Rosie Ringor, sister of Maria Sanchez; Anna Marie Williams, daughter of Betty Medina; Adolph & Larry, brothers of Aloise Barringhaus.

Did we miss anyone? Call Cathy

Hospital Visits

Did you know that hospitals do not call to notify the parish about your stay, even though they may ask for your religious affiliation at admis-sion? Ask your nurse to contact the hospital chaplain if you want to re-ceive communion. Each hospital has a different schedule. Did you also know St. Bernadette Parish serves Research Hospital on Fridays? We have six Extraordi-nary Ministers of Holy Communion who

serve on rotation.