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Second Sunday of Advent - December 10, 2017 St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church is a community of culturally diverse people called to serve God. We fulfill this mission through: celebration of the sacraments, prayer, education, stewardship & evangelization. San Juan Evangelista Iglesia Catolica es una comunidad de personas culturalmente diversas llamadas a server a Dios. Cumpli- mos esta mission a traves de: la celebracion de los sacramentos, la oracion, la educacion, el servicio y la evangelizacion. Reverend Michael Onyekuru, M.S, J.C.D. Pastor Reverend Thomas Zahuta, Parochial Vicar Reverend Fausto Marquez, Parochial Vicar Reverend Mr. Joseph Barker, Deacon Reverend Mr. Richard Tolcher, Deacon St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Parroquia De San Juan Evangelista Welcome To Our Parish! NEWS OF COMFORT In a time of preparation, much of it having to do with material things, it is good to hear the words of Isaiah, “Comfort, give comfort to my people, / says your God” (Isaiah 40:1). In a time of such stress and rush, when our usual burdens are aug- mented by piles of Christmas preparations, we can choose to slow down, take some time to heal, and appreciate the enormous gift we are about to receive. Christ, the Son of God, has become one of us, and knows our human limitations. Yet God, even now, is freeing us from the burdens that our inattentiveness to our God and to our deepest inner longings have heaped upon us. The Lord comes, not as a king with mighty armies, but as a shepherd lead- ing the flocks with care and tenderness. Isaiah prophesies good news: our oppression is over, our sins forgiven. The savior we have awaited is coming, not the first time, but in the end times, as our salvation. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Many people think that Saint Francis originated the Christmas crèche, but its origins go far back. The Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome has housed what is said to be relics of the cradle of Jesus since the seventh century. In time, every year dur- ing the Christmas season the reliquary (container for relics) was surrounded by an increasingly grand three-dimensional scene of the place of Jesus’ birth. Rocks and trees, houses, streams, figu- rines of villagers going about their daily tasks were all included. It was a very dramatic presentation. If you’ve ever seen an elaborate model train installation, you get the idea. The proper term for this depiction is presepio, from the Latin word for “surround” or “hedge.” Over the centuries, the custom spread first to churches, and then to aristocratic homes. In Italy, whole chapels are often set aside for the presepio, and it is not unusual to have hundreds of figures. It can sometimes be a challenge to locate the Holy Family amid the crowd, almost like a Where’s Waldo? children’s book. The oldest surviving presepio is in St. Mary Major and dates from the thirteenth century, although many pieces have been broken or lost. Saint Francis of Assisi took a decidedly creative step in 1233 in the village of Greccio, when he directed his followers to fill a manger with hay and tether an ox and ass nearby. He then invited the villagers to attend Mass outdoors near the crib, the worshipers themselves becoming a living presepio. By the seventeenth centu- ry, the tradition was well-established, particularly in Naples, and had a firm hold in Portugal, Spain, and in the Provence region of France. Today, it is not unusual to find presepios with five hun- dred figures, a vivid reminder of Emmanuel, God-with-us! —Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Is 35:1-10; Ps 85:9ab, 10-14; Lk 5:17-26 Tuesday: Zec 2:14-17 or Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab; Jdt 13:18bcde, 19; Lk 1:26- 38 or Lk 1:39-47, or any readings from the Common of The Blessed Virgin Mary, nos. 707-712 Wednesday:Is 40:25-31; Ps 103:1-4, 8, 10; Mt 11:28-30 Thursday:Is 41:13-20; Ps 145:1, 9-13ab; Mt 11:11-15 Friday: Is 48:17-19; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Mt 11:16-19 Saturday: Sir 48:1-4, 9-11; Ps 80:2ac, 3b, 15-16, 18-19; Mt 17:9a, 10-13 Sunday: Is 61:1-2a, 10-11; Lk 1:46-50, 53-54; 1 Thes 5:16-24; Jn 1:6-8, 19-28 Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths. — Mark 1:3
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St John the Evangelist Catholic Church December 10, 2017

Second Sunday of Advent - December 10, 2017

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church is a community of culturally diverse people called to serve God. We fulfill this mission through: celebration of the sacraments, prayer, education, stewardship & evangelization.

San Juan Evangelista Iglesia Catolica es una comunidad de personas culturalmente diversas llamadas a server a Dios. Cumpli-mos esta mission a traves de: la celebracion de los sacramentos, la oracion, la educacion, el servicio y la evangelizacion.

Reverend Michael Onyekuru, M.S, J.C.D. Pastor Reverend Thomas Zahuta, Parochial Vicar Reverend Fausto Marquez, Parochial Vicar

Reverend Mr. Joseph Barker, Deacon Reverend Mr. Richard Tolcher, Deacon

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church

Parroquia De San Juan Evangelista

Welcome To Our Parish! NEWS OF COMFORT

In a time of preparation, much of it having to do with material things, it is good to hear the words of Isaiah, “Comfort, give comfort to my people, / says your God” (Isaiah 40:1). In a time of such stress and rush, when our usual burdens are aug-mented by piles of Christmas preparations, we can choose to slow down, take some time to heal, and appreciate the enormous gift we are about to receive. Christ, the Son of God, has become one of us, and knows our human limitations. Yet God, even now, is freeing us from the burdens that our inattentiveness to our God and to our deepest inner longings have heaped upon us. The Lord comes, not as a king with mighty armies, but as a shepherd lead-ing the flocks with care and tenderness. Isaiah prophesies good news: our oppression is over, our sins forgiven. The savior we have awaited is coming, not the first time, but in the end times, as our salvation. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Many people think that Saint Francis originated the Christmas crèche, but its origins go far back. The Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome has housed what is said to be relics of the cradle of Jesus since the seventh century. In time, every year dur-ing the Christmas season the reliquary (container for relics) was surrounded by an increasingly grand three-dimensional scene of the place of Jesus’ birth. Rocks and trees, houses, streams, figu-rines of villagers going about their daily tasks were all included. It was a very dramatic presentation. If you’ve ever seen an elaborate model train installation, you get the idea. The proper term for this depiction is presepio, from the Latin word for “surround” or “hedge.” Over the centuries, the custom spread first to churches, and then to aristocratic homes. In Italy, whole chapels are often set aside for the presepio, and it is not unusual to have hundreds of figures. It can sometimes be a challenge to locate the Holy Family amid the crowd, almost like a Where’s Waldo? children’s book. The oldest surviving presepio is in St. Mary Major and dates from

the thirteenth century, although many pieces have been broken or lost. Saint Francis of Assisi took a decidedly creative step in 1233 in the village of Greccio, when he directed his followers to fill a manger with hay and tether an ox and ass nearby. He then invited the villagers to attend Mass outdoors near the crib, the worshipers themselves becoming a living presepio. By the seventeenth centu-ry, the tradition was well-established, particularly in Naples, and had a firm hold in Portugal, Spain, and in the Provence region of France. Today, it is not unusual to find presepios with five hun-dred figures, a vivid reminder of Emmanuel, God-with-us!

—Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Is 35:1-10; Ps 85:9ab, 10-14; Lk 5:17-26 Tuesday: Zec 2:14-17 or Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab; Jdt 13:18bcde, 19; Lk 1:26- 38 or Lk 1:39-47, or any readings from the Common of The Blessed Virgin Mary, nos. 707-712 Wednesday:Is 40:25-31; Ps 103:1-4, 8, 10; Mt 11:28-30 Thursday:Is 41:13-20; Ps 145:1, 9-13ab; Mt 11:11-15 Friday: Is 48:17-19; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Mt 11:16-19 Saturday: Sir 48:1-4, 9-11; Ps 80:2ac, 3b, 15-16, 18-19; Mt 17:9a, 10-13 Sunday: Is 61:1-2a, 10-11; Lk 1:46-50, 53-54; 1 Thes 5:16-24; Jn 1:6-8, 19-28

Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths. — Mark 1:3

St John the Evangelist Catholic Church December 10, 2017

ANNUAL APPEAL ~ We are now just at the seven thousand dollar mark for the Appeal for which we thank you. But we only have only until Dec 31st to raise the rest. So please help us by getting those unpaid pledges in soon!

CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEA ~ Our parishioner, Anne McCallum, has writ-ten a book, What Birds Do And Say, which is a fun way to learn a lot about birds & a great Christmas present idea. Anne will donate all pro-ceeds to the Special Projects Fund. She will be in the Narthex with books for sale for $10 this weekend. So please buy a book. This will be your last opportunity. Thank you, Anne!!

Monthly KNIGHTS OF PETER CLAVER BREAKFAST is next week after the 8am and 10am masses in Daly Hall. Join with your fellow parishioners for the best $4 breakfast of eggs, pancakes, sausage or bacon, grits, a beverage and fellowship. Catch up on the latest news!

CHURCH DECORATING on Friday, December 22—Plan on joining us for this family friendly good time. Watch for more information or ask Sue Yarber but keep the date.

ADULT CATECHISM CLASS is right after the 10 am Mass on Sunday mornings. All, especially parents of religious education students, are welcome to meet in the St. Peter Claver Room for one hour right after the conclusion of the 10 am mass to learn more about our faith.

NO ENTRANCE ~ Daly Hall will be closed for the bi-annual floor clean-ing & waxing from Tuesday, December 26, 2017 until Thursday morn-ing, January 4, 2018. No activities will be allowed in Daly Hall/Cafeteria or the Kitchen. No one will be allowed to enter either space for any reason. We ask your cooperation while the floor work is being done.

Weekly Offering for December 3, 2017

Weekly Goal Revised 9/19/16 $11,872.00 Offertory $ 9,503.25 Online Giving $ 57.50 Difference ($ 2,311.25)

Saturday, December 9 8:30am Melvin Jones (D) ~ Pastor 5:00pm Nhu Nguyen (D) ~ Pastor 7:00pm For Souls in Purgatory Sunday, December 10 8:00am Louise & Wayne Shaw (D) ~ Douglas Family 10:00am Omobouyi Asemota Ogiamien (D) ~ Asemota Family 12:30pm For All St. John Parishioners 5:00pm John Egbejimba (L) & Family ~ Pastor 7:00pm For All Sick Parishioners Monday, December 11 7:00am Linda Nguyen (L) ~ Pastor 8:30am Grace Egbejimba (D) ~ Pastor Tuesday, December 12 7:00am Bob Bouffard (D) ~ Pastor 8:30am Jim Yarber (D) ~ Sue Yarber

Wednesday, December 13 7:00am Joseph Misale (D) ~ Mike Misale 8:30am Frank Danchetz (D) ~ Pastor 7:00pm For All Sick Persons Thursday, December 14 7:00am Dorothy Danchetz (L) ~ Pastor 8:30am Margaret Dean Rich-ardson (D) ~ Mary Dean Friday, December 15 7:00am Eusebius Uzodinma (D) ~ Pastor 8:30am Carol Nichols (D) ~ Pastor Saturday, December 16 8:30am Bob & Marybeth Grenner (L) & Family ~ Pastor 5:00pm St. Vincent de Paul Conference at St. John’s ~ Pastor 7:00pm For Souls in Purgatory

Each Mass is celebrated for one special intention only. For specific dates, please send your request to the office at least 4 weeks in advance and include your phone number. Also let us know if the mass intention is for someone Living (L) or Deceased (D). Thank you.

2017 Archbishop's Annual Appeal Parish Goal $43,900.00 Amount Paid $36,811.25 Amount Remaining $ 7,088.75

277 Pledges Already Turned In

Thank you for your pledges and for your continued support of St. John’s! Te damos gracias por tus promesas y por su apoyo continuo de San Juan!

Parish Information

LITURGICAL MINISTERS SCHEDULE

5:00 PM Saturday December 16, 2017 Greeter/Usher Rick Luteran, Nick Sauro Lector Bryan Briones 8:00 AM Sunday December 17, 2017 Greeter/Usher Sue Yarber Lector Meg Warner 10:00 AM Sunday December 17, 2017 Greeters/Ushers Benton Walker, Sylvester Brown Lector John Bialoglow Ministers of Victoria Agu, Christina Bialo- Communion glow, Sr. Helen Mick, Robert Mize, Teresita Saethang, Amy Veurink Garcia, Shirley Warri or, Valencia White, Sue Yarber, Bernice Zellner 5:00 PM Sunday December 17, 2017 Greeter/Usher Patricia Hampton Lector Wanda Pierson

Church Cleaning Altar Linens

Dec 16 Spanish Community Dec 16 Phillis Baker Dec 23 St. John’s Parents Dec 23 Hanh Tran

Thank you to all of our Volunteers. You are the best (and most blessed) in Atlanta!

MASS INTENTIONS

Parish Office: 230 Arnold St., Hapeville, GA 30354 Regular Office Hours: Tues - Fri 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Phone 404-768-5647/Fax 404-767-6416 Website: www.stjohnevangelist.net

School Office: 240 Arnold St., Hapeville, GA 30354 Office Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-3:30pm Phone 404-767-4312

Website: www.sjecs.org

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST PARISH CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Campaign Amount $427,000.00 Amount Raised To Date We’re doing it $277,664.03 Balance Remaining $149,335.97

Please continue to give so we can repay the entire loan.

St John the Evangelist Catholic Church December 10, 2017

Llamamiento Anual del Arzobispo Ahora estamos justo debajo de los ocho mil dólares para el llamamiento de que le damos las gracias. Pero sólo tenemos 6 semanas a la izquierda para subir el resto. De modo que pasemos esas promesas in-

cumplidas en pronto!

Rifas Gracias por su cooperacion. Ya estan a la venta los boletos de 3 microondas con 3 ganadores de solo $5 el boleto. Compre el suyo HOY!

Horario de Misas Sabado 7:00PM. Adoracion al Santisimo todos los sabados depués de la Misa de 7:00PM. Confesiones despues de misa. Domingo misa de 12:30 PM y 7:00 PM de sanacion cada 4to Viernes de cada mes.

Talleres de Oración y Vida Talleres de oración y Vida. Contactar a Antonia 404-960-6816 en Español y Rebeca 404-819-8289 en Ingles.

Reservaciones en San Juan Para todos aquellos que ya tienen alguna reservación para quinceañera, matrimonio, etc en la Parroquia de San Juan, confirmen con la oficina los Miercoles y Jueves de 10AM a 1PM con las senoras Sagrario y Maribel. Gracias por su com-prension.

BODAS COMUNITARIAS EL 16 de Deciembre seran las bodas comunitarias invitacion a todas las parejas para recivir la bendicion de el sacramento de matrimonio. Para mas informacion por favor contactar a Sa-grario 678-830-7972. Clases ya comensaron.

Prebautismales Y Prematrimoniales Para informacion para bautismo, matrimonio, quinciñera, etc. favor de venir a la oficina parroquia los Miercoles y Jueves 10AM a 1PM horario en Espanol.

Grupo Elisha Jóvenes entre los 15 - 20 años que quieran hacer parte de este proyecto de nuestra Parroquia. Nos reunimos todos los Viernes a las 6 PM en los salones del catecismo.

Grupo de Acólitos Para todos los que quieran servir en el Altar durante las Misas en Español les recordamos que el grupo de Acólitos se reune todos los Viernes a las 6 PM en los salones del catecismo primer piso.

Hombres de Fe Ministerio Catolico Hombres de Fe los invita a sus reunions si esta buscando perseverar y conoser mas de la palabra venga cada segundoa y cuarto Sabado de mes en los salones de catesismo a las 8PM.

NOTICIAS QUE DAN CONSUELO

En un tiempo de preparación, relacionado en gran medida con cosas materiales, es bueno escuchar las palabras de Isaías: “Consuelen, consuelen a mi pueblo, dice nuestro Dios” (Isaías 40:1). En un tiempo de tanto nerviosismo y prisa, cuando nuestras cargas habituales se duplican a causa de los miles de preparativos navideños, podemos elegir aminorar la marcha, dedicar un tiempo a curar las heridas y valorar el enor-me regalo que estamos por recibir. Cristo, el Hijo de Dios, se ha convertido en uno de nosotros y conoce nuestras limitacio-nes humanas. Sin embargo, Dios, incluso ahora, nos está li-brando de las cargas que se nos amontonan por no prestarle atención a él ni a nuestros anhelos más profundos. El Señor llega, no como un rey con ejércitos poderosos, sino como un pastor que guía a los rebaños con amor y ternura. Isaías anun-cia buenas noticias: nuestra servidumbre terminó, nuestros pecados han sido perdonados. El salvador que esperábamos está llegando, no por primera vez, sino al final de los tiempos, como nuestra salvación.

Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FE

El día 9 de diciembre conmemoramos a san Juan Die-go de México. Hace un par de años este indígena mesoameri-cano fue canonizado por su misión en las apariciones Guadalu-panas. Hubo controversia alrededor de su canonización porque había quienes insistían que Juan Diego nunca existió. Después de investigar, el Vaticano decidió que no sólo existió, sino que fue y es santo, digno de ser modelo e intercesor. Las investigaciones encontraron que el nombre indí-gena de Juan Diego era Cuauhtlatoatzin, es decir “Águila que habla”. Tal vez por este nombre tan significativo fue que los franciscanos lo bautizaron Juan Diego. El nombre Juan recuer-da al apóstol, quien escribió el evangelio más místico y cuyo símbolo es el águila. Diego viene del apóstol Santiago o san Diego quien evangelizó a los españoles durante el siglo I. De cualquier manera, Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin se convirtió en el “Águila que habla” y anuncia el evangelio místico según Guadalupe, es “Águila que habla” de amor, paz, consuelo y desafío en una tierra conquistada, oprimida y llena de promesa.

—Fray Gilberto Cavazos-Glz, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.


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