the presentation of the lord february 2, 2020 st. thomas
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ST. THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH
4100 South Coulter Street � Amarillo, TX 79109
The Presentation of the Lord February 2, 2020
Church Phone: (806) 358-2461 Rectory Phone: (806) 353-1016 Fax: (806) 358-2529 Website: https://amarillo.church Office Hours: (M-F) 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Diocese of Amarillo
Mass Times Saturday: 5:00 PM (Sunday Vigil Mass) Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, and 11:15 AM Monday & Tuesday: 6:00 PM Wednesday thru Friday: 7:00 AM Holy Days: (to be announced) Sacrament of Reconciliation Wednesday: 5:30-6:30 PM Saturday: 3:30-4:30 PM Other times by appointment
Sacrament of Baptism Contact the Parish Office to schedule a date and
time. Parents and sponsors must attend a Baptism class. One sponsor must be Catholic and at least 16 years of age.
Sacraments of 1st Reconciliation and 1st Communion These sacraments combine into one sacramental preparation program which takes two consecutive years of religious education classes to complete. Students must be at least in first grade to begin this preparation.
Sacrament of Confirmation This sacrament takes two consecutive years of faith formation to complete. Students must be in at least seventh grade before beginning this preparation.
Sacrament of Matrimony Contact the Pastor at least six months before the date of the wedding.
Sacrament of the Sick Please notify the parish secretary of any sick or elderly shut-ins and all those in the hospital.
The Rite of Christian Initiation The program for adults (RCIA) is open to non-Catholics who wish to learn more about the Catholic faith and to Catholics who have not celebrated the Sacraments. This process is offered on an ongoing basis.
REFLECTION “Now, Master, you may let your servant go in peace, according to your word, for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you prepared in the sight of all the peoples: a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and glory for your people Israel.” Very often, having more light is not something we desire as it forces us to confront something we really do not want to see. There can be comfort found in darkness. It has an eerie sense of security to it. We do not have to challenge ourselves or be challenged and can simply exist in some fabricated state of self-fabricated blissfulness. Jesus came to bring light, and it is a light that is resisted by many and hated by some. It is a light that causes us to see things as they really are and not as we would want or need them to be. It is no wonder then that Simeon boldly and honestly proclaims to Mary, “Behold, this child is destined for the fall and rise of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be contradicted and you yourself a sword will pierce so that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.” We have to take the Gospel message as it is and not just use those parts that are useful to us or more palatable. Taking Jesus at face value can and will lead to turmoil and dissention. Hearts will be pierced. Whether we like it, Jesus’ proclamation of what the world God created really ought to look like has real and absolute social implications. It has a lot to say about how we treat our brothers and sisters: spiritually, personally, economically, and globally. It has everything to do with the poor, the immigrant, the scared, the unborn, the vulnerable, the sick, and the broken. The light opens us to a challenging, table-turning experience that may not be something we want to see but shows us where we need to be. ©LPi
Parish News/Events
Our Stewardship
ST. THOMAS MEN'S CLUB will meet Mon, Feb. 3, 2020, at 7:00 p.m., in the Msgr. Tash Hall. All men of the parish are invited. Join us for food, fun, fellowship and service to the parish. All are welcome to pray the rosary beforehand at 6:30 p.m., in the Chapel. A SECOND COLLECTION will be taken at all liturgies next weekend, Feb. 8/9, for Catholic Campus Ministry. Thank you in advance for your generosity. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS #4621 BREAKFAST: Next pancake breakfast will be held on Sun., Feb. 9, 2020. They will be serving continuously from 8:00 a.m., to 12:30 p.m., in the Gym. Adults $7, Children 10 and under $3. Proceeds benefit seminarians and charities. YOUNG IN SPIRIT: The monthly social gathering for church members 55+, will be meeting Sun., Feb. 9., at 4:30 p.m. Please come join us in Msgr Tash Hall for a great $5 meal and an entertaining program. DIVINE MERCY CENACLE invites everyone for the study and discussion of St. Faustina's Diary, related Scriptures and Catholic Catechism highlighted by praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet. Please join us every other Tuesday in the Marian Room from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. The next meetings will be Feb. 11, Feb 25. For info, please contact Dolores Lukach at 682-557-0200. DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET: Please feel free to join in the praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet every Friday, at approximately 11:10 a.m., in the chapel. We invite you to come and take part in this beautiful Chaplet…we’ll be using the CD from Marians of the Immaculate Conception. Hope you’ll join us. Please bring your rosary.
Budget Actual Variance Jan. 26, 2020 $ 31,000.00 $ 27,431.46 ($ 3,568.54) Month-to-Date $124,000.00 $ 114,403.14 ($ 9,596.86) “...they took him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord…” LUKE 2:22 How seriously do you take being a Catholic? Is “being Catholic” something I just do when I attend Sunday Mass or attend one of my parish functions? It’s easy to be Catholic then, it’s harder to be Catholic when I am out in the world. Would someone recognize you as a Catholic by the way you act, dress and talk? How do you present yourself to the Lord and to others? ~archstl.org
PLEASE KEEP THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE IN YOUR PRAYERS:
OUR SICK AND HOMEBOUND: Kate Schmidt, Ben Canales, Cleta Bustos, Steve Chontos, Glenda Fassauer, Braxton Sandoval, Cheryle Wayne, Jerry Stone, Jerry Terry, Esther York, Mike O’Neill, Emile Jones, Nadine Hadley, Madeline Arrott, Lupita Randon, Betty Cutting, Judy Allen, Jordan Barrientez, Paul Kiefer, Doug Tyler, JoAnn Mercer, John (Jack) Hoben, LaRuth Haverfield, Richard Herbsleb, James Rhodes, Rod Lancour, Jack Turner, Ray Ramirez, C. D. Williams, Kim Zinsmeyer, Michael Hubbs, Margaret Herring, Carol Olivas, Jac DeMont, Ivonne Padilla, Don Terrill, Marilyn Carr, Glenda Gerber, Erminia Wiggs, Cecilia Gleason, Jeannine Bellinghausen, Madeline Ryberg, Henry Jack Hamlin, Tom Leezer, Steven Torres , Elsie Wieck, Marisa Delgado
OUR SERVICE MEN & WOMEN: Sheldon Fowler, A. J. Serafin, Lee Wingfield, Sean Callahan, Bryan Revell, John Nussbaum, Rachel Nussbaum, Matt Nussbaum, Christopher Schrock, David Oviedo Cantu, Jacob Bitonel, Jason Freeby, Jacob Tumbelson, Swasey & Jena Brown, Cody Keesee, Justin Spencer, Ryan Huseman, Ethan Thomas Weaver, Toby Bitonel, Jeremiah Tumbleson, Jarred Romero, David Graham, William Weinheimer , Trevor Bunkers, Chase Logan
Sunday, February 2: Mal 3:1-4/Heb 2:14-18/Lk 2:22-40 Monday, February 3: 2 Sm 15:13-14, 30; 16:5-13/Mk 5:1-20 Tuesday, February 4: 2 Sm 18:9-10, 14b, 24-25a, 30__19:3/Mk 5:21-43 Wednesday, February 5: 2 Sm 24:2, 9-17/Mk 6:1-6 Thursday, February 6: 1 Kgs 2:1-4, 10-12/Mk 6:7-13 Friday, February 7: Sir 47:2-11/Mk 6:14-29 Saturday, February 8: Is 58:7-10/1 Cor 2:1-5/Mt 5:13-16 Sunday, February 9: Is 58:7-10/1 Cor 2:1-5/Mt 5:13-16
Daily Scripture Readings
Altar Flowers this week
were donated by Scott & Joy Kilian
in memory of Richard M. Blais & Richard F. Blais
CHRISTMAS THANK YOU NOTES Dear Father John and Parishioners, All the sisters join me in thanking you for the “Angel Basket” gifts. Thanks for helping meet our needs! /s/ Sr. Cecilia and Sisters of the Disciples of our Lord Jesus Christ
Dear St. Thomas Parish, Thank you for making Christmas bright for our residents with your generous gifts. There were LOTS of smiles as they received them, and they certainly felt your love. /s/ Mollie Swafford Development Director of Another Chance House
PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: At this time, an Adorer is needed for Mon., 1:00 a.m./Thurs., 1:00 a.m./ Fri., 1:00 a.m., & 8:00 a.m./Sun., 11:00 p.m. If you are interested in being a part of this worthwhile ministry, call Simon Wright at 806-570-9776. URGENT NEED for Midnight to 7:00 a.m., substitutes. GETTING MARRIED? If you are getting married sometime this year, NFP is a mandatory requirement in the Diocese of Amarillo for couples seeking the sacrament of matrimony. For more information and class schedules near you, please visit the website, www.amarillodiocese.org/nfp.
ST. THOMAS PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: If you know someone in need of prayers, please let the Prayer Shawl Ministry reach out to you with a Prayer Shawl. You can pick up a shawl, Mon. through Fri., 8:30 a.m., to 4:30 p.m. They are located in the credenza next to the Bell Tower. Any staff member can assist you with obtaining a shawl. Monetary or yarn donations (three skeins of Lyon Brand Homespun) will be appreciated. The Pray-er Shawl group meets on Wed. evenings from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Parlor. ST. THOMAS ROSARY GROUP: If you are interested in praying the rosary with a group once a week, you are welcome to join the St. Thomas Rosary Group each Thurs. morning at 10:00 a.m., in the Chapel. Afterwards, they meet in the Parlor for some refreshments and fellowship.
St. Thomas Youth Events
Super Bowl of Caring this year will be on February 1, and 2, after all Masses! All money raised will go to Catholic Charities of
the Texas Panhandle! Bring your bills on Super Bowl weekend! Thanks!
Holy Cross Catholic Academy band and hand chime students will provide an evening of entertainment on Feb. 6, 2020. The concert will take place in the lobby of the new event center at 7:00 p.m. A coffee bar will be available.
Mark your calendars and come out to see the new event center and hear some great music!
Holy Cross Catholic Academy Parish News/Events
VOCATIONS CRUCIFIX: The crucifix is taken home by an individual or family each week and put in a safe place of honor. The prayer for vocations is then prayed each day by the person or family for the entire week. Your prayers are greatly needed so we ask that you sign up now in the Bell Tower.
If you are new parents and/or first- time sponsors, you are required to attend a Baptism class before the reception of the sacrament. Please call the parish office, 358-2461, to register for the next scheduled class.
Around the Diocese ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH, AMARILLO is hosting their 63rd Annual Smorgasbord, on Feb. 9, from 11:00 to 3:00 pm., in the St. Joseph Elementary School Cafeteria, 4118 S. Bonham. WTA&M CATHOLIC STUDENT CENTER FUNDRAISER is scheduled for Sat., Feb. 22, from 6:00 p.m., to 12:00 midnight. The event will be at the Grand Event Center, 8660 S. Grand St., Amarillo. This fundraiser includes a dinner, dance and live & silent auction. Dinner tickets will be $75.00 per person; they can be purchased by cash, check or credit card. Catholic Student Center students will be selling tickets at St. Thomas Church next weekend, Feb. 8/9. If you miss them, you may visit the website at www.wtcsc.com to purchase your ticket(s). If you are interested in donating items or making a monetary donation, call Betty Aragon at the Student Center, 806-655-4345. Thank you for supporting this ministry. CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE TEXAS PANHANDLE: Catholic Charities is in need of volunteers in our Hunger Project grocery store. We need volunteers on Wednesdays and Thursdays to help check out clients, sack groceries and deliver them to their vehicles. We also need help tocking the shelves. If you are interested in volunteering, please call Vic Allcorn at 376-4571. Thank you for your help!
If you want a lovely memorial tribute to a lost loved one or loved ones or a way to honor those special individuals in your life, be reminded that you may purchase a beautiful fresh flower arrangement designed by Scott’s Flowers for a donation of $85.00. If you are interested in purchasing Altar Flowers, complete a request form (forms
can be found next to the credenza outside the bell tower) or you can call the Parish Office at 358-2461.
THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD
At the end of the fourth century, a woman named Etheria made a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Her journal,
discovered in 1887, gives an unprecedented glimpse of liturgical life there. Among the celebrations she describes is the Epiphany (January 6), the observance of Christ’s birth, and the gala procession in honor of his Presentation in the Temple 40 days later—February 15. This feast emphasizes Jesus’ first appearance in the Temple more than Mary’s purification. The observance spread throughout the Western Church in the fifth and sixth centuries. Because the Church in the West celebrated Jesus’ birth on December 25, the Presentation was moved to February 2, 40 days after Christmas. At the beginning of the eighth century, Pope Sergius inaugurated a candlelight procession; at the end of the same century the blessing and distribution of candles which continues to this day became part of the celebration, giving the feast its popular name: Candlemass. ~LPI
ST. THOMAS THE APOSTLE PARISH STAFF
Pastor ……………………………………………..….Rev. John Valdez Assistant Pastor…………………………..Rev. Victor Hugo Andrade Deacon ………………………………….…………….Blaine Westlake Deacon …………………………………………………..Phillip Whitson Retired Deacon ……………………………………………..Jim Brown Retired Deacon ……………………………………..Terry Pevehouse Music Director/Organist/Choir Master……...………..Jim Gardner Children/Youth Choir Director…………………….Mykel Byersmith Religious Ed & Adult Faith Formation Director…..……Kerry Acker Youth Director……………………………………..Andrew Neighbors Parish Secretary …………………………………………...Rita Walker Facility Administrator …………………………………….Bryan Webb Parish Bookkeeper …………………………..…….Virginia Christian Parish Life Coordinator ………………………..………….Julie Jones Ministry Assistant ……………………..……… Dayamin Winchester Music Secretary ………………………..……….....……Judith Tucker Music/RE Assistant ..……………………..…..…Stephanie Gallegos Facility Assistant …………………………..…..…….....Glen Starcher Custodian …………………………………………….Mark Ebenkamp Custodian ………………………………………………....Curtis Zeissel Liturgical Environmentalist………………………………..Julie Pierce
Mass Intentions MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3 6:00 PM +Edna Henke by Paul & Jenny Harpole TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4 6:00 PM +Libby Howard by Bernie & Diane Wieck Int. of Rev. Victor Hugo Andrade by Pat Wilcox WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5 7:00 AM +Bessie Stirling by Joe & Eunice Schilling +Tom & Paul Stich by Pat Stich THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6 7:00 AM +Jo Rogowski by Joe & Madeline Ryberg FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7 7:00 AM +Richard M. Blais by Scott & Joy Kilian Int. of Paschal & Mary Kay Bottoms by Order of Martha SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8 5:00 PM Int. of Stew Bryant by Grace Peters SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9 7:30 AM MEMBERS OF THE PARISH FAMILY 9:00 AM +Betty Stevens by Stephen & Rosalie Chontos 11:15 AM +Ignacio Gonzalez by Robert & Rosa Bidwell
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