Holy Rosary Catholic Church December 28, 2014 — Feast of the Holy Family

Warm wishes to all for a blessed Christmas Season!

Rev. Fr. Bryan W. Jerabek, J.C.L., Parish Administrator

Fr. Jerabek may be reached at St. Barnabas Catholic Church, 205-833-0334

Sunday Mass – 8:30am

Wednesday Mass – 8:00am

Rosary – Before all Masses

Confession – Sunday 8:00am a nd u pon r e q u es t

7414 Georgia Road

Birmingham, Alabama 35212 http://www.holyrosarybirmingham.com

holyrosarybirmingham@gmail.com

205-595-0652

Mailing – P.O. Box 321576 – Birmingham, AL 35232

Feast of the Holy Family – December 28, 2014 – And you yourself a sword will pierce.

Parish Mass Intentions

Sunday 12/28 People of the Parishes Wednesday 12/31 NO MORNING MASS Thursday 1/1/2015 Elizabeth Berman+ Sunday 1/4/2015 People of the Parishes

To request a Mass intention, please speak with Father Jerabek.

Our Prayers Go Out

For the people of Eritrea, where there is human trafficking, forced labor, and many other crimes against humanity.

For the sick, especially Bishop Baker, Chris Metcalf, Deb & Michael, Mary (Father Tony’s sister), Mildred, and Don.

For those celebrating birthdays, especially Caroline Louise Holland and Gracie Carruba.

For the Graham Family, who need God’s help.

For the repose of the souls of Faye Goff, Ms. Consola, Frs. Jim Naughton & Michael Wrigley.

Bulletin Notices

Always feel free to contact Mike Geerts at 205-266-3065 or mhfgeerts@gmail.com if you have anything to include in the bulletin (including birthdays, anniversaries, etc.).

RCIA – Instruction in the Catholic Faith (at St B)

Classes will resume in early 2015!

NO WEDNESDAY MASS

There will be no morning Mass this Wednesday (New Year’s Eve). The normal weekly Mass schedule will resume next week.

Coats Needed!

As every year, we have noticed several children coming to our youth program not dressed appropriately for the weather. Coach Murphy would like to be able to offer jackets to them. Please talk to your family and friends and take up a collection of no-longer-needed children’s jackets for the church; they will go to good use!

NEW YEAR’S EVE/DAY SCHEDULE HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION

(last holy day until August!)

Plan ahead so that you can fulfill your religious obligation! Missing Mass on a Sunday or Holy Day of Obligation is objectively a mortal sin (Catechism of the Catholic Church # 2181), requiring sacramental confession to be forgiven.

Wednesday-Thursday, December 31-January 1

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

Mass at Holy Rosary: 8:30am New Year’s Day

Masses at St. Barnabas: 6:00pm New Year’s Eve 7:00am & 8:30am New Year’s Day

NEW! Birmingham – Statewide March For Life

You are invited to participate in the Birmingham March For Life on Saturday, January 17. The day will begin with a Respect Life Mass at 9:00am at the Cathedral of St. Paul, 2120 3rd Avenue North, and will continue with the march beginning at Brother Bryan Park, 22nd Street & 10th Avenue South, at 10:45am. More information can be found at http://www.BirminghamMarchforLife.com.

NEW! Christmas Is Just Beginning!

In the Church’s liturgical calendar, Christmas is celebrated until the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, which this year falls on Sunday, January 11. In some places (such as parts of Italy), the decorations traditionally stay up all the way until the Feast of the Presentation (February 2), making it a full 40-day season, following an ancient custom. Others celebrate just the traditional “12 days” (ending on the Epiphany, January 6). Whatever tradition you choose to observe, Christmas is just beginning. Resist the worldly tradition of having Christmas end on December 25!

Knights of Columbus News

The Knights of Columbus are collecting children's coats, reading materials, and flash cards. The drive will end this weekend – December 27/28. We will collect both new and gently used coats and learning materials.

Contribution Statements

Fr. Jerabek will prepare and mail contribution statements for 2014 for your information and tax purposes, sometime in early January. It is only possible to prepare statements for those who have donated via check; or if by cash, with an envelope; or for those who have donated in-kind gifts or services. Please be sure to pick up your Offertory Envelopes, if you have not done so already, and use them faithfully in the coming year, so that you can be sure to receive a contribution statement for 2015! Thank you!

Father Jerabek Time Off

From Christmas Day until New Year’s Day, apart from regularly-scheduled Masses/confessions and emergencies, Father Jerabek will be unavailable. Please never hesitate to call for a sacramental emergency.

NEW! Homilies Online

Did you know that Father Jerabek’s homilies are online? Currently, they may be downloaded from the St. Barnabas web site. As our Holy Rosary web site continues to develop, they will be available there as well. For now, check out http://barnabascatholic.com, clicking the link for “Father Jerabek’s Homilies” on the right-hand side. Of course, the weekly bulletin for Holy Rosary may always be accessed at our own site, http://www.holyrosarybirmingham.com.

Scripture Readings for Next Sunday – 1/4/15

1st Reading: Isaiah 60:1-6 Responsorial: Psalm 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13 2nd Reading: Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6 Gospel: Matthew 2:1-12

GENERAL PARISH INFORMATION

Baptisms – Contact Father Jerabek, preferably during the pregnancy so as to be able to schedule the baptism soon after birth.

Weddings – Contact Father Jerabek no less than six months in advance, to begin preparations.

Anointing of the Sick – For those who begin to be in danger of death due to serious illness and/or old age. Discuss with Father Jerabek to determine if now is the right time for this sacrament; in sacramental emergencies, call Father at 833-0334 at any time, day or night.

Food Pantry and Clothes Closet – Open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00am – 12:00pm for residents of the 35212 zip code; registration required.

Youth Program – Monday to Friday, 3:00 – 5:00pm. Open to students from Gate City. Tutors are available to assist with homework, then games are available on the basketball court (inside the Oratory in case of rain). Contact Coach Allen Murphy at 595-0652.

We’ve Got Mail

We recently received some mail from an old friend, Sister Rita Vogelsang. Here is a scan of her original note, as well as a transcription.

Dec. 9, 2014

Hello Everyone! As often as I think of many of you, you would receive a card/e-mail one to two times a week. Your helpfulness and kindness will not be forgotten — working in and for the Youth Center, Pantry, and for other parish needs. Am fine, working mainly as a volunteer in a local hospital and here in the office, a HUD facility. Enjoyed reading the article in One Voice describing your 125th anniversary. God Bless You! Sincerely, Sr. Rita Sr. Rita’s Address

If you’d like to send Christmas greetings to Sr. Rita, you may do so at:

Sister Rita Vogelsang 3515 W. Hadley St. Apt. 216 Milwaukee, WI 53210-2565

First Friday Mass & Holy Hour at Holy Rosary

Our First Friday Mass and Holy Hour will take place this week (Friday, January 2), starting with Holy Mass at 1:30pm. The Holy Hour will go from 2:00–3:00pm. (This is a reduction in adoration time with respect to the recent past, due to lower participation.)

First Saturday Mass at St. Barnabas

St. Barnabas will host its monthly First Saturday Mass this coming Saturday, January 3, at 8:30am. All are welcome!

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!