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St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church 2414 Seventeenth Street, Gulfport, Mississippi 39501 Telephone (228) 864-2272 Fax (228) 864-2273 Email: [email protected] Staff: Rev. Joseph Uko, Pastor Deacon David Allen, Pastoral Associate Sr. Mary Kealy, PBVM, Pastoral Associate Teri Patton, Parish Secretary Masses: Saturday Vigil: 5:00 p.m. First Saturday Devotion: 9:00 a.m. Sunday: 8:00 & 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m. Daily Mass: Monday through Friday: 7:00 a.m. Spanish Mass: Sunday, 7:30 p.m. Holy Days: 6:00 p.m., Vigil, 7:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. Confession: Saturday 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. and anytime on request February 8, 2015 - Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time WOE IS ME Often we think about the troubles in our lives and cry out, “Woe is me!” Like Job we might look around in despair at the misery in the world. Like Job’s friends we might look backward for something or someone on which to blame our suffering. We may decide that God—or we ourselves—must be to blame. The Gospel today offers a different perspective from which to view earthly suffering. Jesus realized that there was nothing to be gained from looking around in despair or backward in blame. Instead, he looked forward in hope. He did not blame the sick and the possessed for their suffering, as many others did. And he did not give up hope, even though he knew he couldn’t cure all the sickness in the world. Jesus tried neither to eliminate human suffering nor to explain it. He simply did what good he could do in the time that he had. WOE TO ME IF I DO NOT PREACH IT! Above all, Jesus kept preaching the good news of the reign of God, a spiritual reality that triumphs over every form of suffering. This was his purpose. When we believe in this good news we may not be healed of physical illness or under- stand the reason for human suffering, but we do receive something much more valuable. We are healed of the sickness of despair and freed from the demons of guilt and blame. The Spirit energizes us to do what good we can do in the time that we have. With Paul we will want everyone to know about the healing, liberating reign of God. We might even begin to say, “Woe to me if I do not preach” the gospel! Today’s Scriptures encourage us to look forward in hope, to do what we can, and to preach the good news of the reign of God. Copyright © 2005, World Library Publications. All rights reserved.
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St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church 2414 Seventeenth Street, Gulfport, Mississippi 39501

Telephone (228) 864-2272 Fax (228) 864-2273 Email: [email protected]

Staff: Rev. Joseph Uko, Pastor Deacon David Allen, Pastoral Associate Sr. Mary Kealy, PBVM, Pastoral Associate Teri Patton, Parish Secretary Masses: Saturday Vigil: 5:00 p.m. First Saturday Devotion: 9:00 a.m. Sunday: 8:00 & 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m. Daily Mass: Monday through Friday: 7:00 a.m. Spanish Mass: Sunday, 7:30 p.m. Holy Days: 6:00 p.m., Vigil, 7:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. Confession: Saturday 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. and anytime on request

February 8, 2015 - Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

WOE IS ME Often we think about the troubles in our lives and cry out, “Woe is me!” Like Job we might look around in despair at the misery in the world. Like Job’s friends we might look backward for something or someone on which to blame our suffering. We may decide that God—or we ourselves—must be to blame. The Gospel today offers a different perspective from which to view earthly suffering. Jesus realized that there was nothing to be gained from looking around in despair or backward in blame. Instead, he looked forward in hope. He did not blame the sick and the possessed for their suffering, as many others did. And he did not give up hope, even though he knew he couldn’t cure all the sickness in the world. Jesus tried neither to eliminate human suffering nor to explain it. He simply did what good he could do in the time that he had.

WOE TO ME IF I DO NOT PREACH IT! Above all, Jesus kept preaching the good news of the reign of God, a spiritual reality that triumphs over every form of suffering. This was his purpose. When we believe in this good news we may not be healed of physical illness or under-stand the reason for human suffering, but we do receive something much more valuable. We are healed of the sickness of despair and freed from the demons of guilt and blame. The Spirit energizes us to do what good we can do in the time that we have. With Paul we will want everyone to know about the healing, liberating reign of God. We might even begin to say, “Woe to me if I do not preach” the gospel! Today’s Scriptures encourage us to look forward in hope, to do what we can, and to preach the good news of the reign of God. Copyright © 2005, World Library Publications. All rights reserved.

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Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 8, 2015

[The LORD] tells the number of the stars and calls them by name.

— Psalm 147:4

HEALING MINISTRY During Jesus’ ministry “he cured many who were sick with various diseases, and he drove out many de-mons.” This is the case in today’s Gospel. Jesus fulfills the vision of Psalm 147: “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” Jesus knew, however, that he couldn’t possibly heal all the illness in the world. No matter how many people he cured or how many hours he ministered, there always would be more suffering people like Job who craved his healing touch. His primary mission was not to rid the world of all suffering. His “purpose” was to preach the coming of the reign of God that heals, yes, but ultimately transcends and transforms earthly suffering. With Paul, Jesus could have said, “Woe to me if I do not preach” that good news. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

Welcome to St. John the Evangelist Church!

If you are new to the parish and have not yet registered, please call 864-2272.

C.C.D. (Grades K-12) ................ Sundays, 9:00-10:15 A.M. Knights of Columbus...... 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 7:00 P.M. K C Ladies Auxiliary..................... 3rd Tuesday, 6:30 P.M. R.C.I.A. .................................................Tuesdays, 6:30 P.M. St. Vincent de Paul................... 2nd Wednesday, 9:00 A.M. Young At Heart............................... 4th Thursday, 12 Noon

Happy birthday wishes to: Anne Haddock celebrates Feb. 7; Barbara Salloum, Divinity Mire & Pam Tillman celebrate Feb. 8; Charles Loftin, Felecia Parish & Rita Bailey celebrate Fe. 10; Denise Maxwell celebrates

Feb. 11; Elliott McDonald celebrates Feb. 12; Cassie Williams, Dustin Williams & Tony Sauro celebrate Feb. 13. May God Bless them with many more Happy Birthdays!

Please bring your blessed Palms from last Easter to use to make the ashes for Ash Wednesday. There is a basket on the center table. Thank you!!

You are cordially invited to help us celebrate Seder Supper on Tuesday, March 17 at 6:00 p.m. in Presentation Hall. Every year we tell the story of our faith which culminated in the insti-

tution of the Eucharist at the Last Supper, and we explain Biblical truths about Jesus, and what hap-pened on the last day of his life. All that is required to attend is a covered dish to help us complete the meal. Please RSVP to 864-2272 to Teri and let us know how many will be attending. There is a sign up sheet on the center table.

GOD’S WORD TODAY “I shall not see happiness again.” With these words, Job concludes his lament to the Lord. Job was obviously in the depths of despair. His words echo the way we can feel when we allow life’s struggles and disappointments to take hold of us. The Lord Jesus, however, has some-thing else in mind for us. The simple story in Mark’s Gospel of the curing of Peter’s mother-in-law shows us that the Lord wants to lift us up out of any despair that has set in. The Gospel is good news for us. If today is a day when we are feeling particularly burdened by illness or disappointment, let us, like the townspeople in today’s Gospel story, bring our cares and gather them at the Lord’s door. With hope, let us be attentive to the saving power of God’s sacred word. From Saint Margaret Sunday Missal, copyright © J. S. Paluch Company

The Popes Intentions for February

GENERAL Prisoners That prisoners, especially the young, may be able to re-build lives of dignity. MISSION Separated spouses That married people who are separated may find wel-come and support in the Christian community.

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The beautiful flowers on the altar this weekend were donated

by Marla & Steve Ellis and Colette & Mike Quigley

in loving memory of Eddie Quigley to commemorate his 80th birthday.

Thank You!

Lenten Coffee and Catholic Apps

Need Help Downloading your favorite Catholic Apps to your Smart Phone or I pad? Parish members and CYO will be available to help. Have the Rosary, The Bible, The Cate-chism, The Daily Readings, all at your fingertips. Sundays at 2pm Feb 15 St Marys Parish – Cowan/Lorraine and I-10 McDonalds Feb 22 St Johns Parish - Hwy 49 Downtown Gulfport McDonalds Mar 1 St James Parish - Cowan/Pass Rd McDonalds We will be using McDonalds Free Wi-Fi

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION “Last rites” is a persistent but pesky phrase in the Catholic lexicon, and not a particularly useful phrase since it props open the door to misunderstanding. Many Catholics presume it refers to the anointing of the sick, yet there is nothing “last” about it. Clearly, the Church desires anointing to be celebrated fairly early on in the crisis of illness, and not as a last measure. The Rites for the Dying stand apart in the Church’s plan, and include two principal rites. The first is viaticum, Latin for “food for the journey,” the reception of Holy Communion by a dying person. Even very active and aware Catholics often do not realize that this “last rite” does not require a priest’s presence, but can be conducted by a deacon or minister of Holy Communion. The second “last rite” in the pastoral plan is a prayer called “Commendation of the Dying.” Similarly, this does not require the presence of a priest, but can be led by any minister or family member. Too often, we have focused on what only a priest can do, namely anoint, and have forgotten the fullness of liturgical care that the Church desires for its dying faithful. The “last rites” are completely available to us even when a priest is not. —Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

World Day of the Sick February 11 is World Day of the Sick, an ob-servation introduced by Pope John Paul II as a way for believers to offer prayers for those suffering from illnesses. The day coincides

with the commemoration of Our Lady of Lourdes and is an important opportunity for those who serve in Catholic health ministry to reflect on caring for those who are sick as well as those who provide care to them.

Prayer for World Day of the Sick GOD OF HEALING AND COMPASSION, You shower us with your infinite care, and comfort all in pain and affliction. LOOK WITH ABUNDANT MERCY ON ALL WHO SUFFER in body, mind or spirit. Grant healing and hope to the sick, the wounded and the dying in their darkest hours, so they may witness the power of Your Healing Presence in the world. WE THANK YOU, GRACIOUS GOD, for all those who have contributed to the mission of Catholic health care for more than 200 years in the United States. These are the women and men who inspire and inform the work we do every day. SEND YOUR MERCIFUL LOVE AND EMPOW-ERING PRESENCE to all who continue working to alleviate the suffering of the sick, the lonely and the broken-hearted, wher-ever they may be. Sustain us, Your ministers of compassion and healing, in our work in the world as we continue Your mission of love and healing. MAY WE BE THE FACE OF YOUR SON, JESUS, WHO SAID “Come to me all who labor and are burdened and you will find rest for your souls, for my yoke is easy and my burden light.” May all who work in health care and all those who suffer with family and loved ones who are ill feel their burdens lightened through the intercession of our prayers. WE ASK THIS, ON THE WORLD DAY OF THE SICK through the intercession of Our Lady of Lourdes, whose feast we celebrate today, and in the name of your Son, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit, now and forever. AMEN.

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MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Saturday: +Emmett J. Niolet Sunday: 8:00am–+Eleanor Adore; +Dr. Edmund Crane; +Vincent & Helen Dauro; +Matthew & Thelma Serpa 10:30am–+John McWaters; +For the Holy Souls; Special Int. of Gloria White 6:00pm– People of the Parish Monday: +Raymond Howze Tuesday: Special Int. of Teresa Wellins Wednesday: +Mackie Fayard Thursday: Special Int. of Butch Oustalet Friday: +Emmett J. Niolet

Collections Jan. 30-Feb 1 Identifiable: $5306 Unidentifiable: $665 ACH: $1520 Hospitality: $381

Thank you for your generosity!

Theresa Barlow Lisa Bass Mary Anne Bishop Ruby Bouchard Harriett Bowles Pablo Cabasa Carol Campbell Danny Carlisle Kevin Crane Gerald Cuevas Linda Eschler Deanne Fasold Lynn Foster Felecia Galle Nicole Gilbert Jal Giuffria Peter Giuffria Betty Godo Tom Goode Anna Grice Jessi Hebert Hazel Herrington Klaus Jeschke

Mary Kealy Kemberly Lacap Gary Lacy Elton Ladner Diane Lefkowitz Herman Lefkowitz Joann Liner Patty Loftin Walter Lolley Celeste McInnis S. J. Marengo Rhonda Mires Luz Monzon Karen Nelson Tillie Nettles Ben North Melvin Olive Kent Olsen Trey Patterson Jane Pendergrass Gary Reeves Chris Richards Randy Richardson

Lexi Roberson Glenda Rockwell Joseph Schultz Don Seymour Marie Stanbro Norman Stanbro Wanda Stephens Emerson Stringer Tracy Taylor Tillie Nettles Lisa Thompson Bennye Turner Becky Truxillo Felecia Vann Nancy Vierling Kathleen Walker Jim Wetzel, III Rosemary White Addie Wittmann Ginger Worth

Please Remember in Your Prayers

Prayer is the door through which all God’s Graces comes to us -St. Theresa of Avila

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — Job finds life on earth to be drudgery; he is filled with restlessness (Job 7:1-4, 6-7). Psalm — Praise the Lord, who heals the brokenhearted (Psalm 147). Second Reading — Woe to me if I do not preach the gos-pel. I have become all things to all, to save at least some (1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23). Gospel — Jesus cured many who were sick with various diseases (Mark 1:29-39). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, Inter-national Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: Gn 1:1-19; Ps 104:1-2a, 5-6, 10, 12, 24, 35c; Mk 6:53-56 Tuesday: Gn 1:20 — 2:4a; Ps 8:4-9; Mk 7:1-13 Wednesday: Gn 2:4b-9, 15-17; Ps 104:1-2a, 27-28, 29bc-

30; Mk 7:14-23 Thursday: Gn 2:18-25; Ps 128:1-5; Mk 7:24-30 Friday: Gn 3:1-8; Ps 32:1-2, 5-7; Mk 7:31-37 Saturday: Gn 3:9-24; Ps 90:2-6, 12-13; Mk 8:1-10 Sunday: Lv 13:1-2, 44-46; Ps 32:1-2, 5, 11; 1 Cor 10:31 — 11:1; Mk 1:40-45

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time; World Marriage Day Tuesday: St. Scholastica Wednesday: Our Lady of Lourdes; World Day of the Sick Thursday: Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday Saturday: St. Cyril and St. Methodius; Valentine’s Day

Training for Altar Servers, Lectors and Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion- We are in the process of setting up training classes for new Altar Servers, Lectors (Proclaimers of the Word) and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. We invite parishioners to pray for God’s guidance on how best to use your gifts and to sign up for one of these ministries. Please call the Parish Office, 864-2272, and put your name on the list. If you are currently involved in a minis-try and would like renewal , please come along too.

Notre Dame Hospice, a ministry of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, in collaboration with the Diocese of Biloxi, is looking for volunteers in Mississippi to serve patients and families in your community. Volunteers can provide caregiver relief, run errands, et cetera. If you are inter-ested or you would like more information please contact: Janine Bonner, Volunteer Coordinator at 504-418-1049.

The Gulf Coast Messiah Chorus announces the rehearsal schedule for the Spring, 2015 season with matinee con-certs March 29th and April 12th. Rehearsals will be held every Monday evening from February 23rd through March 16th. Chorus rehearsals are at 7:00 p.m. at the mu-sic building of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community Col-lege (MGCCC)-Jeff Davis campus in Gulfport, Missis-sippi. New singers are welcome and no audition is re-quired. Dress rehearsal will be held March 23rd at 7:00 p.m. at Trinity UMC, 5007 Lawson Ave., Gulfport. For more details please contact Ed Cake at 228 324 9292 or [email protected].

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Please support our Bulletin Advertisers! Take a bulletin home with you and look at all our advertisers. We appreci-ate their generosity and support of our parish. When you patronize them, thank them for their support of our parish.

Reminder, if you or anyone in your family is ill at home or in the hospital and would like us to visit you-please call the parish office at 864-2272.

Calendar of Events Feb 14-15 World Marriage Day Feb 18 Ash Wednesday—Mass 7am, 12 Noon, 6pm Feb 26 Young at Heart, Presentation Hall-Noon Mar 10 Anointing of the Sick, Noon Mar 17 Seder Meal, Presentation Hall, 6pm Mar 23 Lenten Penance Service, 6pm Mar 26 Young at Heart, Presentation Hall-Noon Mar 29 Palm Sunday - Apr 2 Holy Thursday-Mass of the Lord’s Supper, 7pm Apr 3 Good Friday - Live Stations of the Cross at 3pm Good Friday Services at 7pm Apr 4 Easter Vigil at 7pm

Volunteers Needed!!! St. Vincent de Paul Community Pharmacy has an imme-diate need for volunteers to work on Monday mornings as Program Screeners in our Moss Point Extension Site. Screeners meet with prospective clients to determine eli-gibility for the program, and are an integral part of our operation. Our Volunteer Screeners use a set format to interview clients and examine things such as: income, expenses, available community resources, and medicines being requested. Any experience working in the medical field, case management, or social work is a plus. Hours of work are 9am to Noon. For more information please call our office at 228-374-9097 or visit our website: www.svdprx.org.

PRINCIPAL POSITION: Our Lady Academy in Bay St. Louis, the only all girls junior/senior Catholic high school in Mississippi, seeks the right person to help guide in “fitting our young women for Earth without unfitting them for Heaven”. Applicant must be a practicing Catholic committed to the teachings of the church; hold current administrator’s li-cense in Mississippi or possess qualifications to be li-censed, possess excellent collaborative skills and the abil-ity to lead with wisdom and insight. Application deadline is March 16, 2015. Forms are available at www.biloxidiocese.org. Additional information contact Dr. Rhonda Clark, Associate Superintendent of Educa-tion, [email protected] or 228 702-2130.

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