ST JOSEPH PARISH January 30-31, 2021

Diocesan Principles for Opening •Parishes are permitted to offer Mass up to 25% of possible building occupancy (100 per Mass)

•A distance of no less than 6 feet must be maintained between households, including at Communion

•Names and contact information of those attending Mass must be kept on file in the parish office for 30 days

•Please do no congregate before or after Mass

•Parishioners are required to wear face masks

•Use of hand sanitizer when entering the building is mandated

•Pew missals, envelopes, song books, etc. will be removed

•Holy water fonts may be utilized

•The Sign of Peace is omitted

•The collection baskets will be placed near each door of the sanctuary for parishioners to deposit their con-tributions

•There is to be no procession/presentation of gifts

•Congregational singing is prohibited

•Parishioners are encouraged to receive Holy Com-munion in a flattened hand

Parish Council Members: Leslie Kueffler, Chair 701-8396 Mike Kerschen 991-6633 Tim Kitt (303) 875-0704 Bob Pedersen 238-4083 Jean Smith 238-4316 Steve Woodard 991-3620

Finance Council Members: Mike Kight, Chair 467-6356 Loretta Barrett 370-4341 Lois Blanchette 939-7621 Lynne Larson 953-4405 Sheila Rahn 995-8236 Joyce Woodard 995-6078

Next Weekend’s Liturgy February 6-7, 2021 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Job 7:1-4, 6-7 Psalm 147:1-2, 3-4, 5-6 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23 Mark 1:29-39

All were amazed and asked one another, “What is this? A

new teaching with authority. He commands even the unclean

spirits and they obey him.” His fame spread everywhere

throughout the whole region of Galilee.

-Mark 1:21-28

PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday through Thursday

9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Parish Office is closed on Fridays

Phone: 509-466-4991 Address: 3720 E Colbert Rd, Colbert, WA

Website: www.stjosephcolbert.org

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PARISH STAFF Pastor: Rev Thomas Connolly Deacon Joe Schroeder Religious Education: Kathy Catron Music Minister: Harry Lewis Custodian: John Capuano Admin Staff: Jeannie Saccomanno

EMAILS tconnolly@dioceseofspokane.org joeandnatschroeder@gmail.com kdcatron@comcast.net hj3142lewis@comcast.net office@stjosephcolbert.org

Mass Schedule Saturday: 4:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM

Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday: 8:30 AM

Reconciliation Every Wednesday: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Adoration Every Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Benediction Every Wednesday: 5:00 PM

“Go, therefore, and make disciples of all people.”

Reflecting on Sunday’s Readings

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time: January 30-31, 2021

Reflection: : In one of Aesop’s fables an old Mother Crab says to her son, “Why do you walk sidewise like that my son? You ought to walk straight.” The little crab responds by asking, “Show me how, dear Mother, and I’ll follow your example.” Though the Mother Crab tried in vain to walk straight she could only move sideways. She quickly saw how unreasonable her advice to her son was. The moral of the fable is obvious, it is easier to tell than to do, and an example is more authoritative than is a lesson.

Jesus came teaching with authority as we learn in this week’s Gospel Reading. He advanced his ministry by being the Master Teacher. Jesus communicated truth in simple but powerful word pictures, parables, and then reinforced his teachings by using his miraculous power to heal and do good. Intertwined throughout, he lived an exemplary life responding to lepers, tax collectors, prostitutes, and his dearest friends with the same consistent love and righteous-ness. Jesus’ teaching authority did not come from utilizing the latest teaching techniques, or by practicing recom-mended communication skills. His authority came from within, from who he was, Emmanuel, God with us, and from the truth he taught—the very Truth of God. He lived and shared truth that transcended mere human wisdom, no matter how insightful our earthly wisdom may be. In a similar way, those who followed were able to share in this authority when they allowed God’s truth to flow through them unpolluted by human understanding.

Not many of us are called to publicly teach, speaking for God and on his behalf. Perhaps that is fortunate. But like the old Mother Crab mentioned by Aesop in his fable, we spend a lifetime teaching character and values of one kind or another. We do this not primarily by what we say, but most certainly by how we live. Usually our example speaks so loudly, that others cannot hear what we are saying. What an awesome responsibility is then laid at our feet; to communicate Truth by our lives. Jesus is attempting to authoritatively communicate to those around you the truth and love of God, and he has chosen you to be his simple but powerful word picture. You have been chosen to be his living parable and invited to be a living icon of Jesus Christ. The purpose of an icon, as C. S. Lewis explains, “is not to fix attention upon itself, but to stimulate and liberate certain activities … in the worshipper.” This is the role of an example; to authoritatively focus people’s attention on the Lord of our life, so that they in turn can be freed to wor-ship him. What an awesome invitation is given us to illustrate his message of grace and love.

Pope Paul VI explains it this way; “… for the Church, the first means of evangelization is the witness of an authenti-cally Christian life, given over to God in a communion that nothing should destroy and at the same time given to one’s neighbor with limitless zeal. As we said recently to a group of lay people, ‘Modern man listens more willingly to witnesses than to teachers, and if he does listen to teachers, it is because they are witnesses.’ St. Peter expressed this well when he held up the example of a reverent and chaste life that wins over even without a word those who refuse to obey the word. It is therefore primarily by her conduct and by her life that the Church will evangelize the world, in other words, by her living witness to fidelity to the Lord Jesus—the witness of poverty and detachment, of freedom in the face of the powers of this world, in short, the witness of sanctity.”* Our lives of chastity, reverence, sanctity and obedience to Jesus empowers and brings authority to the Church’s message ofr Jesus and his Kingdom, and our effectiveness as his living witness. *From Evangelization in the Modern World by Pope Paul VI, 94.

Reflecting on Sunday’s Readings, Copyright 2020, Richard A. Cleveland

St. Joseph Parish, Colbert

January 30-31, 2021 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Candlemas Candlemas is a Christian holiday occurring annually on Feb-ruary 2nd that commemorates the Presentation of Jesus at the temple. Father Tom will be blessing candles for your homes before the daily Mass on Tuesday, February 2nd. There will be a table in the gathering space where you can drop your candles for blessing. Then just pick them up after Mass and use throughout the year.

Collecting Old Palms If you have old palm fronds you would like to dispose of please bring them to church. There is a collection bin in the gathering space. The palms will be burned and the ashes will be used for distribution at Ash Wednes-day services, February 17th .

Mass Intentions Sat, Jan 30- St Joseph Parishioners Sun, Jan 31 - Randi Arness+ Tue, Feb 2 - Matt Blair Wed, Feb 3 - Jerry Zaske Thur, Feb 4 - James Johnson Fri, Feb 5 - Rich Saccomanno+ Sat, Feb 6 - St Joseph Parishioners Sun, Feb - Jerry McCoy+

Religious Education Our Religious Education classes for children in Grades K-6 have begun. Classes meet from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Registration forms are available in the gathering space, the parish of-fice, and on the parish website. If you have

questions regarding this program please call Kathy Catron in the parish office: 466-4991.

Year of St Joseph With the Apostolic Letter “Patris corde” (“With a Father’s Heart”), Pope Francis recalls the 150th anniversary of the dec-

laration of Saint Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church. To mark the occasion, the Holy Father has proclaimed a “Year of Saint Joseph” from Decem-ber 8, 2020 to December 8, 2021. The Holy Father wrote Patris corde against the backdrop of the Covid-19 pandemic, which, he says, has helped us see more clearly the importance of “ordinary” peo-

ple who, though far from the limelight, exercise patience and offer hope every day. In this, they resemble Saint Joseph, “the man who goes unnoticed, a daily, discreet and hidden presence,” who nonetheless played “an incomparable role in the history of salvation.”

You will notice that we have erected a temporary altar to St Joseph in the gathering space. There will be different prayers made available at the altar throughout the year.

Knights of Columbus Please remember that next weekend, February 6th and 7th will be Food Sunday. You know the drill!! The Knights of Columbus continue their work even during a pandemic. And the need is greater than ever. Thank you for your ongoing generosity.

Baby Bottle Boomerang The Bottle Boomerang campaign benefitting CAPA (Childbirth and Parenting Assistance) has begun. As you

know, CAPA provides an environment for parents to build loving bonds with their kids to prepare them for a healthy future. Please pick up your baby bottle, drop your loose change in the bottle, and

then return it to church the weekend of February 13th and

St Joseph Parish Profit & Loss

July through December 2020 Income Income $ 141,869 $ 141,869

Expenses Building & Grounds $ 52,539 Clergy 15,006 Liturgy 12,048 Office & Admin 36,022 Outreach 6,010 Parish Activities 1,800 Sacristy 1,242 Youth Ministry 650 $ 125,317 Gross Profit $ 16,552

Parish Accounts Capital Improvement $ 36,064 Event Center 25,486 General Operations 200,125 Social Justice Outreach 17,382 $ 279,057

Chesterton Academy Gala

Please share this invitation with friends & family far and near!

Our live-streamed broadcast of the 2nd Annual Fleur de Lis Gala is February 5th! Our goal is to share this event with everyone who cares about Catholic education and wants to support the next generation of Catholic leaders. Because we are live-streaming the event, people across the country can attend. So, please consider forwarding this email to anyone you know who would like to learn more about our school and our community.

Tickets for the livestream are only $25.

Chesterton Academy of Notre Dame to purchase yours today!

Men’s Fellowship The men of the parish meet each Saturday morning for a time of faith sharing and fellowship. Join them! The group meets at 7:00 AM. All men of the parish are welcome.

Men’s Fellowship Group Do you ever ask yourself, “Have I grown in my faith over the last year?” If the answer is yes, “Can I grow more?” If not, “What am I willing to do to change that?”

St Joseph Parish has a Men’s Fellowship group that meets on Saturday mornings at 7:00 AM. All men of the parish are welcome to attend.

Join us on Saturday mornings. The coffee is ready by 6:45 AM. See you there!!

Traveling Crucifix for Vocations Please help us storm the gates of heaven for much needed

vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Schedule your family’s time to take home the Traveling Crucifix for Vocations. We ask people to sign up for one week with the crucifix. Sign up for your turn in the book located in the gathering space. Thank you for making the commitment to pray for new vocations.

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