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SACRAMENTAL LIFE AT ST. PAUL

BAPTISM: Baptisms in English are celebrated every 2nd Saturday of the month at 1:00pm and 2nd Sunday during Mass at 9:30 and 11:30am. Baptisms in Spanish are celebrated every 4th Saturday of the month at 1:00pm and 4th Sunday at 1:00pm (Spanish Mass). Parents and Godparents are required to attend one Baptismal Preparation Class, if Godparents are not registered parishioners in St. Paul Church, they must bring a sponsor Letter from their parish. First requirement is that the parents must bring an original birth certificate when meeting with Fr. Leonardo to schedule a Baptism.

RECONCILIATION: The sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated every Saturday from 4:15pm to 5:00pm in the Church. Personal appointments may be made by contacting the parish office. MARRIAGE: The sacrament of matrimony is celebrated Friday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, Saturday from 1:00pm to 3:00pm and Sunday from 3:30pm to 5:00pm. We must be contacted one year prior to the date of the wedding. In your initial meeting with Fr. Leonardo couples must bring the following documents: updated Baptismal, First Communion, and Confirmation certificate. SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: The sacrament of the sick is celebrated during the 5:30pm Mass on Saturday. If you wish to be anointed during the 5:30pm Mass, or if you prefer other arrangements, please contact the parish office. In cases of illness, please notify us if you or a family member would like to receive Holy Communion at home. The pastor visits the sick twice a month. Please notify the Parish Office at 973-340-1300. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: The Religious Education Program provides religious formation and sacramental preparation for children of our parish in Grades 1 through 11. For more information contact our Parish Office. RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION (RCIA) FOR ADULTS: A process of Liturgical and Spiritual formation for those seeking to receive the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. For more information contact our Parish Office.

BAUTISMO: En Inglés el segundo Sábado del mes a la 1:00pm y el segundo Domingo durante las Misas de 9:30am y 11:30am. En Español celebramos el Bautismo el cuarto Sábado del mes a la 1:00pm y el cuarto Domingo a la 1:00pm dentro de la Eucaristía. Es un requisito que Padres y Padrinos asistan a una clase de Preparación Bautismal antes de celebrar este Sacramento, si los Padrinos no están registrados como miembros de la Parroquia de San Pablo, deben traer una carta en la que indique que ellos asisten a Misa o son miembros activos de otra Parroquia. Los padres deben traer el certificado original de nacimiento del niño(a) a la primera cita con el Padre Leonardo.

CONFESIONES: El Sacramento de la Reconciliación o Confesión es celebrado todos los sábados de 4:15pm hasta las 5:00pm en la Iglesia. Si desea una cita personal con el Sacerdote, por favor llamar a la oficina. MATRIMONIO: El Sacramento del Matrimonio es celebrado Viernes de 1:00pm hasta las 4:00pm; Sábados de 1:00pm a las 3:00pm y Domingos de 3:30pm a 5:00pm. Los documentos que deben traer son: Certificado original de Bautismo, Primera Comunión y Confirmación. Las parejas de novios deben empezar a prepararse con un año de anterioridad. Para mayor información, por favor ponerse en contacto con el Padre Leonardo in la Oficina Parroquial. UNCIÓN DE LOS ENFERMOS: El Sacramento de la Unción de los enfermos es celebrado durante la Misa de 5:30pm el día Sábado. Si usted desea ser ungido durante esta Misa o en otra ocasión por favor póngase en contacto con la Oficina Parroquial.

En caso de una persona enferma, por favor déjele saber a nuestra Parroquia, si usted o un miembro de su familia desean recibir la Santa Comunión en su casa. El Párroco visita a los enfermos dos veces al mes. Por favor, notifique a la Oficina de la Parroquia al 973-340-1300. EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA: El Programa de Formación Religiosa ofrece la formación tanto religiosa como la preparación a los Sacramentos para niños y niñas de nuestra Parroquia en los grados 1º al 11º. Para mayor información contacte nuestra oficina Parroquial. RITO DE INICIACIÓN CRISTIANA PARA ADULTOS (RICA): Es un proceso de formación litúrgico y espiritual para aquellos que buscan recibir los Sacramento del Bautismo, Confirmación y Eucaristía. Para mayor información por favor, ponerse en contacto con la Oficina Parroquial.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN GETTING YOUR CHILD

Luke 2:16-21

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TODAY’S GOSPEL The shepherds went in haste to Bethlehem and found Mary and Joseph, and the infant lying in the manger. When they saw this, they made known the message that had been told them about this child. All who heard it were amazed by what had been told them by the shepherds. And Mary kept all these things, reflecting on them in her heart. Then the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, just as it had been told to them. When eight days were completed for his circumcision, he was named Jesus, the name given him by the angel before he was conceived in the womb.

EL EVANGELIO DE HOY Los pastores fueron rápidamente y encontraron a María, a José, y al recién nacido acostado en el pesebre. Al verlo, contaron lo que habían oído decir sobre este niño, y todos los que los escuchaban quedaron admirados de lo que decían los pastores. Mientras tanto, María conservaba estas cosas y las meditaba en su corazón. Y los pastores volvieron, alabando y glorificando a Dios por todo lo que habían visto y oído, conforme al anuncio que habían recibido. Ocho días después, llegó el tiempo de circuncidar al niño y se le puso el nombre de Jesús, nombre que le había sido dado por el Angel antes de su concepción.

ST. PAUL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH MANY CULTURES, MANY COUNTRIES, MANY LANGUAGES IN ONE BODY: ST. PAUL’S FAMILY

THE SOLEMNITY OF MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD JANUARY 1ST, 2017

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWLY BAPTIZED:

Matthew James Betancourt and Anthony Jeremiah Zdunek

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWLYWEDS:

Richard Timothy Guarini and Lindsay MariePergola

MASS SCHEDULE Saturday: 5:30pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am (English), and 1:00pm (Spanish) Weekdays: 8:00am Mass is celebrated in the St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta Chapel in the Parish House. Holy Days: 8:00am and 7:30pm Confessions: Saturdays from 4:15pm-5:00pm

DEVOTIONS Novena in Honor of the Immaculate Conception: Monday after the 8:00am Mass. Chaplet of Divine Mercy: Wednesdays after the 8:00am Mass. Mass and Novena for Our Mother of Perpetual Help: Wednesday at 7:30pm in the Church and gathering every 3rd Wednesday of the month. (Parish Hall) Prayer for Vocations: Friday after the 8:00am Mass. Eucharistic Adoration: First Friday of the month from 8:30am to 6:00pm.

PARISH OFFICE Pastor: Fr. Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D. Address: 231 Second Street Clifton, NJ 07011 Office Hours : 9:00am to 3:00pm. Closed for lunch from 12:00pm to 1:00pm Phone: (973) 340-1300 ***Fax: (973) 340-2083 E-mail: stpaulchurchcnj@verizon.net Web site : www.stpaulcnj.org

RECTORY Address: 124 Union Avenue Clifton, NJ 07011 Phone: (973) 772-0117 E-mail: pastor.stpaul@verizon.net

MOTHER CABRINI CENTER Address: 97 Washington Ave. Clifton, NJ 07011

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SATURDAY, December 31, 2016 New Year’s Eve Saint Sylvester I, Pope 8:00am: St. Paul Parishioners (In Chapel) 8:30am-5:15pm: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 5:30pm: Doris Tompkinson, Maria Camelia Romero, Liz Diana Caro (In Church)

SUNDAY, January 1, 2017 New Year’s Day The Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God 7:30am: Jennifer Almodovar, **In Thanksgiving for Gerry Meola on her Birthday** 9:30am: Deceased Members of the Menconi Family, Ralph Errico 11:30am: William and Anna Bush, Gregory and Arch Griffith, Titina V. Kenning (1st Ann), Antonio R. Aviles (3rd Month), **For the Health of Stacey Robertson** 1:00pm: Miriam Giraldo (4o Mes), Dora Salcedo (2nd Aniversario), Antonio Torres, Dionisia Algarin, Padre Fuino, Maria Camelia Romero, **Acción de Gracias al Divino Niño por un Milagro concedido** **Acción de Gracias al Sagrado Corazón de Jesús**

MONDAY, January 2, 2017 Saints Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen, Bishops and Doctors of the Church 8:00am: Doris Tompkinson, Maria Camelia Romero

TUESDAY, January 3, 2017 The Most Holy Name of Jesus 8:00am: Doris Tompkinson, Maria Camelia Romero

WEDNESDAY, January 4, 2017 Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Religious 8:00am: Doris Tompkinson 7:30pm: Maria Camelia Romero

THURSDAY, January 5, 2017 Saint John Neumann, Bishop 8:00am: Rose Wroblewski

FRIDAY, January 6, 2017 Saint Andre Bessette, Religious 8:00am: St. Paul Parishioners

SATURDAY, January 7, 2017 Saint Raymond of Penyafort, Priest 8:00am: St. Paul Parishioners 5:30pm: Czeslawa and Edward Kolodziej

SUNDAY, January 8, 2017 The Epiphany of the Lord/Tres Reyes Magos 7:30am: George Gerardi 9:30am: Maryann Gasparovic (5th Ann), Frank Gasparovic, Doris Tompkinson 11:30am: Helen Loden, Myriam Suanez 1:00pm: Edrian Peguero (4o Mes), Emiro Caicedo, Maria Camelia Romero **Acción de Gracias al Divino Niño y a la Virgen de Guadalupe

The Sanctuary Lamp will be lit in Memory of... St. Paul Church Parishioners Host and Wine is offered in Memory of... William and Anna Bush Donated by Barbara Griffith The Candles on the Main Altar are in Memory of... St. Paul Church Parishioners The Flowers on the Main Altar are in Thanksgiving for ... St. Paul Church Parishioners The Blue Candle on Mary’s Altar will be lit in Memory of … St. Paul Church Parishioners The flowers on Mary’s Altar are in Memory of… St. Paul Church Parishioners

READINGS FOR THIS WEEK Monday: 1 John 2:22-28; Psalm 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4; John 1:19-28 Tuesday: 1 John 2:29–3:6; Psalm 98:1, 3cd-4, 5-6; John 1:29-34 Wednesday: 1 John 3:7-10; Psalm 98:1, 7-8, 9; John 1:35-42 Thursday: 1 John 3:11-21; Psalm 100:1b-2, 3, 4, 5; John 1:43-51 Friday: 1 John 5:5-13; Psalm 147:12-13, 14-15, 19-20; Mark 1:7-11 Saturday: 1 John 5:14-21; Psalm 149:1-2, 3-4, 5 and 6a and 9b; John 2:1-11 Sunday: Isaiah 60:1-6; Psalm 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13; Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6; Matthew 2:1-12

JANUARYENVELOPE SCHEDULE

GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING:

COLLECTION FOR DECEMBER 25th, 2016

Please notify an usher if the Mass you are attending is in memory of a friend of family member, and you will like to bring the Gifts to the Altar in the Offertory Procession.

Memorials This Weekend 31st,1st

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Regular Collection $ 5,223.00 Christmas Gift $ 14,375.00 Candles $ 267.00 Young Children’s $ 55.00 Christmas Novena $ 628.00 Total $ 20,548.00

Thank you for your loving kindness and generosity to

our home, St. Paul Church. May God Bless you always.

1/01 Weekly 1/15 Weekly 1/01 Solemnity of Mary 1/15 Maint. & Repairs 1/08 Weekly 1/22 Weekly

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ST. PAUL CHURCH YOUTH MINISTRY Our next youth ministry meeting will be on Wednesday, January 4th at 6:45pm in the Mother Cabrini Center. We welcome all the youth of our parish to come and join us and bring a friend!

COMMUNITY PRAYERS PRAYERS FOR FIREFIGHTERS, POLICEMEN, AND

THOSE SERVING IN THE MILITARY may they be strengthened by knowing that Jesus Christ is with them always especially; Douglas Aquino, Kevin Aquino, Christopher McQuade, Matthew Mulick, Jeremy Brubaker, Matthew Valderama, Joseph Puskas II, Samantha Eromenok, Brian Eromenok, Erin Kidd, Kevin Fitzpatrick, Joseph Belfi, Fernando Rodriguez, Juan Perdomo, Anais Calderon, Christopher Calderon, Stephen Prandy, Lorenzo Urbano, Joseph Domicolo, Jake Castro, Marci Mann, Christopher & Matthew Molino, Carlos & Patricio Archila, Steven Green, Jose Carrero, Tom Scangarello Jr., Javier Cruz, William Fernandez, Rudy Ruiz, Wesley Delgado, Michael Genchi, Christopher Ashey, and William Fernandez. May they be comforted by our continual prayers for their safety. Let us pray to the Lord.

PRAYERS FOR THE SICK We especially pray for the sick who are suffering in our parish community: Cathy Scyncik, Andrew Sussman, Agnes Espinas, Lucile

Paradiso, Roseanne Rocasanta, Dennis Asti, Margaret Bernhardt, Cathy Telofski, Elizabeth DaCunha, Sofia Hichez, Giovanna Miceli, Frank Messina, Marilyn Mays, Marina Regino, Catherine Murphy, Vinny Wilson, Linda Cotroneo, Angela Kelly, James Blakemore, Katie Mamay, Clare Messina, Carlos Saldarriaga, Vincent Lodato,

Francisca Maldonado, Mathew Rinkerman, Maria Graceus, Gene Iler, Florence Rinkerman, Jackie Pou, Debra David, Felicia La Bozette, Erin Kenney, Robert Clark, Ladonna Ackerman, Richard Murray, Gloria Cruzado, Tom Felipe, Anne Marie Gitin, George Vlases, Rosemary Cinderella, Ryan Halupka, Flor Angela Garzon, Sara Hernandez, Sharon Golembiewski, Marie Marranzino, Wayne Carbona, Isabel Azona, Jorge Vallejo, Marc Gallichio, Ruth Vargas, Ana Ortiz, Margie Schwieghardt, Ruben Diaz, Alma Dickinson, Maria Van Dorn, Evelyn Mack, Ellen DeLosh, Gerry Meola, Lijia Salinas, Celina DeGraaf, Lewis Morgan, James Scangarello, Jim Webber, Eugene Jurewicz, Jessica Hernans, Barbara Griffith and George Habedank. Let us pray to the Lord.

We pray especially for those that recently passed away in our Parish: Mary Borzetta, Patrick Noonan, Gloria Kolodziej, Patrick Nicholas Murray, Frank Gatto, Doris Tompkinson and Maria Camelia Romero.

GOSPEL REFLECTION

Throughout Jewish history it was traditional for Jews to demonstrate repentance through washing ceremonies. John the Baptist was preaching repentance for the coming of God's reign. His baptism may have been related to the purifying washings of the Essenes at Qumran near the

was God's anointed one. John answered that his baptism was only a preparation for "one mightier" who would aptize with "the Holy Spirit and fire" (v 16). Although

Jesus had no need of repentance, he entered the murky waters where the people had been baptized, thereby uniting himself with sinful humanity. The baptism of Jesus was another "epiphany," or manifestation of the divine presence. While Jesus was praying, the Spirit descended upon him, and God's voice was heard confirming Jesus as the "beloved Son" (v.22). On Calvary, Jesus would undergo a baptism of fire that would bring salvation to the whole world (Lk 12:49-50). This transforming fire would be poured out on the Church at Pentecost (Acts 2:1-4).

PARISH MINISTRY “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” 1 Peter 4:10

In fulfilment of this precept, Mary's newborn child is given the name Jesus on the eighth day according to the Jewish custom. Joseph and Mary gave the name Jesus because that is the name given by God's messenger before Jesus was conceived in Mary's womb (Luke 1:31, Matthew 1:21). This name signifies Jesus' identity and his mission. The literal Hebrew means the Lord saves. Since God alone can forgive sins and free us from death, it is God who, in Jesus his eternal Son became a man to offer up his life as the atoning sacrifice to save his people from their sins (Matthew 1:21).

atoning sacrifice to save his people from their sins (Matthew 1:21). The son that Mary bore is both God and man - the "Word who was God" (John 1:1) and who "became flesh and dwelt among us" (John 1:14). That is why Mary is not only called the mother of the Christ (the Greek word for Messiah in Hebrew) but also the mother of God or Theotokos in Greek which literally means "God bearer."

In the birth and naming of this child we see the wondrous design and plan of God in giving us a Savior who would bring us grace (the gift of God's favor), mercy, and freedom from the power of sin and the fear of death. The name Jesus signifies that the very name of God is present in the person of his Son who became man for our salvation. Peter the Apostle exclaimed that there is no other name under heaven given among mortals by which we must be saved (Acts 2:12). In the name of Jesus demons flee, cripples walk, the blind see, the deaf hear, and the dead are raised. His name is exalted far above every other name (Philippians 2:9-11).

The name Jesus is at the heart of all Christian prayer. It is through and in Jesus that we pray to the Father in the power of the Holy Spirit. Many Christians have died with one word on their lips, the name of Jesus. For Reflection: Do you exalt the name of Jesus and pray with confidence in his name?

CATHOLIC HUMOR

PRAYER DURING CHRISTMAS

Lord of light, shine on us; Lord of peace, dwell in us; Lord of might, protect us; Lord of love, enfold us; Lord of wisdom, enlighten us. Lord, let us go out as your witnesses, in obedience to your command; to share the good news of your mighty love for us in the gift of your son, our savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.

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UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS

CALENDAR OF EVENTS ST. PAUL CHURCH LEISURE CLUB UPCOMING EVENTS:

*Camp Hope on Wednesday, January 4th, Price is $13 per person. Bus leaves at 9 a.m. from the front of St. Paul Church. There are games, bingo, raffles and live music. Call Esther Kenney (973)773-2317 for a seat on the bus.

*Next meeting of St Paul Leisure Club is Wednesday, January 11th 1:00pm-3:00pm. An elevator and handicap- accessible bathroom are available. Folks 55 years and over are welcome to join our club. We will have a short business meeting followed by light refreshments and bingo. We have occasional speakers to address us regarding senior relevant topics.

*Members or non-members are welcome to sign-up for upcoming trips. If you are interested, please contact Jane Decker 973-684-7340 or Esther Kenney 973-773-2317

MASS AND NOVENA IN HONOR OF OUR MOTHER

OF PERPETUAL HELP 7:30pm (In Chapel)

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JANUARY 6TH

JANUARY 1ST

JANUARY 7TH AND 8TH

* January 29th, 2017: Religious Education

* February 26th, 2017: Youth Ministry and Leisure Club

* March 26th, 2017: Knights of Columbus

* April 23rd, 2017: Geraci Citizen Group

FAMILY MASS HOSTS

JANUARY 4TH

ST. MOTHER TERESA HER ESSENTIAL WISDOM—A CALL TO SERVE

“I remember when I was leaving home fifty years ago—my mother was dead set against me leaving home and becoming a sister. In the end, whe she realized that this is what God wanted from her and from me, she said something very strange: ‘Put your hand in his hand and walk all alone with him.’ This is exactly our way of life. We may be surrounded by many people, yet .”—Mother Teresa’s words.

SOLEMNITY OF MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD

Masses at 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am in English and

1:00pm in Spanish (In Church)

strange: ‘Put your hand in his hand and walk all alone with him.’ This is exactly our way of life. We may be surrounded by many people, yet our vocation is really lived out alone with Jesus.”—Mother Teresa’s words.

CHRISTMAS GIVING TREE TAKE AN ORNAMENT FROM OUR TREE AND

GIVE TO THOSE IN NEED *NO TOYS*

*Please wrap Gifts *Bring Gifts to the vestibule in Church.

All donations will go to the needy Children in Puerto Plata and nearby towns in the Dominican Republic

THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD

Mass at 5:30pm on Saturday Sunday at 7:30am, 9:30am,

11:30am in English and 1:00pm in Spanish (In Church)

RITE OF ENROLLMENT For 2nd Year Confirmation

Candidates during the 11:30am Mass (In Church)

JANUARY 15TH

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

1st Exposition of New Year 8:30am-5:30pm (In Chapel)

ROSARY SOCIETY The Rosary Society will be meeting

on Monday, January 9th 1:00pm to 3:00pm (In Parish Hall)

Non-perishable food items for those in need will be collected

Barbara Griffith says, “Thank You” to St. Paul Parishioners for all your get well wishes and prayers towards her. She wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New

Year to all. God Bless Everyone.

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My Dear Parishioners, Christmas is a time for giving thanks. Thank you for letting me serve you as your pastor. Thank you for being so generous to God in supporting our parish of St. Paul’s. Thank you for your generosity during the Elevator project, renovation of the Parish Hall and the restrooms.

Christmas—“that time of year when the world falls in love.” Fall in love again with the child who came down to

earth to share our humanity, and through His death gave us all the gift of eternal life.

Hear the music of this blessed season with renewed joy. From the angels’ first “Glory to God in the Highest” to a

young child’s first attempt at “Silent Night,” let the world resound with songs of praise.

Reach out to those in need—physical, financial or spiritual. May every stocking be filled with gifts of Christ’s

mercy, peace, health, and love.

Invite a friend to come to Mass on Christmas. Welcome all those who have been estranged from the Church with

open arms and the certainty that they have “come home.”

Seek the comfort of Christ’s love in the Eucharist and share a quiet moment of reflection in thanksgiving for His

many gifts.

Take this opportunity to make Christ and His undying love for us the center of this holy season and every day of

the new year to come. May the blessings of the Holy Infant Jesus fill your homes and your lives and may the coming New Year bring us lasting peace and happiness. God bless you.

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Father Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D., Pastor Mis Queridos Parroquianos, Navidad es el tiempo para dar gracias: Gracias por permitirme servirles como su párroco. Gracias a todos ustedes, mis fieles parroquianos, por ser tan generosos con Dios al apoyar a nuestra parroquia de San Pablo. Gracias por su generosidad durante el desarrollo de los proyectos del elevador, la renovación del salón parroquial y los baños.

Con alegría celebramos la Navidad: "es la época del año cuando el mundo se enamora". Nos enamoramos otra

vez del Niño Jesús, que vino a la tierra para compartir nuestra humanidad y a través de su muerte nos dio a todos el don de la vida eterna.

Regocíjate, escucha la música en esta temporada bendita con renovada alegría. "Gloria a Dios en el cielo" los

Ángeles cantan al niño pequeño en la noche buena, "Noche de Paz" y que el mundo resuene con cantos de alabanza.

Inviten a todos aquellos en necesidad tanto física, económica o espiritual. Llenen las bolsas de regalos con dones

de misericordia, paz, salud y amor de Cristo.

Saluda e invita a un amigo a ir a la Misa de Navidad. Denle la bienvenida a todos aquellos que se han alegado

de la Iglesia con los brazos abiertos y la certeza de que ha llegado a "su casa,” a la familia de Dios.

Tengan la seguridad que buscando del amor de Cristo en la Eucaristía y compartiendo un momento tranquilo de

reflexión en acción de gracias por los abundante dones, hallarás la presencia del Señor, que es Paz y la Felicidad.

Oh! Feliz Navidad. Aprovecha esta oportunidad para hacer de Jesús, nacido en un pesebre, el centro de esta

Santa temporada y de todo el año, la razón de nuestra esperanza.

Que las bendiciones de Jesús, el Niño Dios, llenen sus hogares y sus vidas y que el Año Nuevo les traiga paz y felicidad duraderas. Dios los bendiga.

FELIZ NAVIDAD Y PROSPERO AÑO NUEVO!!! Padre Leonardo Jaramillo, Ph.D., Párroco

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“A Time to Heal, to Help, to

Forgive.”

Please make your donation payable to: St. Paul Roman Catholic Church.

Thank you for your generosity!

January

$155,700.00

DEDICATION AND HONORARY RESURRECTION WALL

Please note that the minimum donation eligible for a plaque is $100.00 and plaque design varies

according to amount of donation made. GOLD DONATION - IN MEMORY OF A LOST LOVED ONE

SILVER DONATION - IN HONOR OF FAMILY/EVENT

$100 - $199 Leaf Plaque $200 - $299 Leaf Plaque w/1 Star

$300 - $399 Leaf Plaque w/2 Stars $399 - $499 Leaf Plaque w/3 Stars

$500 - $749 Leaf Plaque w/4 Stars $750 - $999 Leaf Plaque w/5 Stars

$1,000 - $2,499 Small Rock $ 2,500-$4,999 Medium Rock $5,000- $10,000 Large Rock Over $10,000 X Large Rock

LIFE’S LITTLE INSTRUCTION BOOK 1. Learn to play a musical instrument. 2. Sing in the shower. 3. Use the good silver. 4. Learn to make great chili. 5. Plant flowers every Spring. 6. Own a great stereo system. 7. Be the first to say “Hello.” 8. Live beneath your means. 9. Buy great books, even if

you never read them.

ALTAR SERVERS PIZZA NIGHT ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16th, 2016

THANK YOU OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL BROTHERHOOD FOR THE DELICIOUS HOT CHOCOLATE AND PANETON ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18th, 2016

OUR BEAUTIFUL CHURCH AT CHRISTMAS