SAINT PATRICK

The Epiphany of the Lord January 7th, 2018

26 Hunter Street Highland Mills, New York 10930

SERVED BY Rev. Joseph J. Tyrrell, Administrator frjoetyrrell@gmail.com Deacon Paul Weireter Mrs. Margie Lynch, Parish Secretary margie.lynch@stpatrickny.org Mrs. Jennie Dabney, Coordinator of Religious Ed stpatssor@gmail.com EUCHARIST, PRAYER & DEVOTION

WEEKENDS Saturday Evening Anticipatory Mass .................... 5:30 pm Sunday Morning..................... 8:00, 10:00 am, 12:00 noon Children’s Liturgy of the Word, grades Kindergarten through 5th grade, every Sunday at 10:00am Mass. WEEKDAYS Monday thru Saturday................................................. 9:00 am HOLY DAYS On the Holy Day.....................7:00 am,9:00 am & 7:00 pm ROSARY: Recited Mon. thru Sat. after 9:00 am Mass NOVENA: Every Monday morning after the 9:00 am Mass the Miraculous Medal Novena is prayed. FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION: Every First Friday after the 9:00 am Mass until 11:00 am concluding with Benediction. PARISH OFFICE & RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE Located in the Parish Center—Education Building 26 Hunter Street (Mailing Address) Parish Office: (845) 928-6027 Religious Ed Office: (845) 928-6688 Fax: (845) 928-2982

Monday thru Thursday........................ 9:30 am to 3:00 pm RELIGIOUS EDUCATION St. Patrick’s offers a monthly Family Based Religious Ed (FBRE) process for everyone in whatever structure of “family” you may have. It balances Catholic learning with Catholic Christian living. Please call Jennie for more infor-mation. PARISH WEBSITE https://stpatrickny.org

Saint Patrick is a Catholic Parish—Catholic, from the Greek, meaning universal, international or all inclusive. So, everyone is welcome in our community, no matter who you are or where you’re from, your language or your lifestyle, your age, income, creed or culture. Everyone is welcome here because this is God’s house and we are all God’s family.

WELCOME STATEMENT

THE SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Confessions are heard on Saturday afternoon from 4:30 to 5:15 pm and anytime with Fr. Joe upon reasonable request.

THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Second & fourth Sundays at 1:30 pm. Expectant parents may contact the parish office to arrange for the baptism preparation session held on the third Thursday of every month. The class is held in the Parish Center—Education Building, Room 7 at 7:30 pm. Adults are baptized and confirmed at the Easter Vigil after completing the process of the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA).

RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults: A process for those who wish to learn more about the Catholic Faith, or for Catholic adults, who after being baptized as infants, wish now to receive the sacra-ments of Eucharist and Confirmation. For more information, please call our Parish Office.

THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: It is an honor for our parish to celebrate marriage with couples. Please contact the parish immedi-ately after engagement to begin the preparation process. The recom-mended time for preparation is one year.

PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK: If you are planning to enter the hospital for surgery, experiencing a prolonged or serious illness, or home-bound, please call, or have a loved one call the parish office to arrange for the sacraments of the sick.

WELCOME TO NEW PARISHIONERS: The Saint Patrick faith com-munity warmly welcomes you! Please introduce yourself to Fr. Joe as you leave the church so that, on behalf of the entire community, you may be welcomed. You can register at the parish office and receive any information needed from Margie, the parish secretary.

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THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD

MASS INTENTIONS

SUNDAY, JANUARY 7, 2018 8:00 People Of The Parish 10:00 Special Intentions of Darren Hagan

by the Family 12:00 Ann Curtis by the Eslick Family

MONDAY, JANUARY 8, 2018 9:00 Elizabeth McDermott

by Bernadette McDermott TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2018 9:00 Catherine Barbato by Rob and Mary Lewis WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2018 9:00 For the Intentions of Marie Mirante

by Theresa Weissburg THURSDAY, JANUARY 11, 2018 9:00 Patrick Taggart by Betty and Tom Sullivan FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2018 9:00 Special Intentions SATURDAY, JANUARY 13, 2018

9:00 Florence Smith by Family 5:30 James Grupp by Eddie, Kim and John

SUNDAY, JANUARY 14, 2018 8:00 Sr. Anne Marie Rodrigues and

Sr. Paul B’Ornellas By Annette Lee 10:00 People Of The Parish 12:00 Joseph and Rose Grimaldi

By Diane Angello

*Children’s Liturgy of the Word Mass* Sundays – 10:00 Mass

Passings

Alfred M. Valentino December 16, 2017

Kathleen Candito-Taylor

December 26, 2017

Timothy J. Walsh December 28, 2017

May their souls rest in peace.

JANUARY 7, 2018

THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD First Reading: Isaiah 60:1-6 Isaiah speaks poetically of the coming of the Lord. He describes how “darkness covers the earth” but light and glory appear over God’s chosen people. Second Reading: Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6 Paul tells the Ephesians that the Jews and Gentiles are now co-heirs of the promises God has made. He explains that both groups are now members of one body through Jesus Christ. Gospel: Matthew 2:1-12 After Jesus’ birth, three astrologers from the east came to Jerusalem and inquired about the newborn king of the Jews. King Herod became greatly angered, and asked the astrologers to bring him more information about the child once they had found him, so that he too could pay homage to the infant. However, Herod’s true plan was to kill Jesus. The wise men were warned in a dream not to return to him and they took a different route to return home.

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Dates to Remember

Jan. 7, 2018 - First Holy Communion Prep Class 10:00 am Mass Jan. 18, 2018 - Pre-Baptism Preparation Class 7:30 pm Parish Center Rm. 7 (New Parents) Registration Required Feb. 4, 2018 - First Holy Communion Prep Class 10:00 am Mass

Newborn King Scott Hahn Reflects on

The Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord

Today the child born on Christmas is revealed to be the long-awaited king of the Jews.

As the priests and scribes interpret the prophecies in today’s Gospel, he is the ruler expected from the line of King David, whose greatness is to reach to the ends of the earth (see Micah 5:1-3; 2 Samuel 5:2).

Jesus is found with His mother, as David’s son, Solomon, was enthroned alongside his Queen Mother (see 1 Kings 2:19). And the magi come to pay Him tribute, as once kings and queens came to Solomon (see 1 Kings 10:2,25).

His coming evokes promises that extend back to Israel’s beginnings.

Centuries before, an evil king seeking to destroy Moses and the Israelites had summoned Balaam, who came from the East with two servants. But Balaam refused to curse Israel, and instead prophesied that a star and royal staff would arise out of Israel and be exalted above all the nations (see Numbers 22:21; 23:7; 24:7,17).

This is the star the three magi follow. And like Balaam, they too, refuse to be tangled in an evil king’s scheme. Their pilgrimage is a sign – that the prophesies in today’s First Reading and Psalm are being fulfilled. They come from afar, guided by God’s light, bearing the wealth of nations, to praise Israel’s God.

We celebrate today our own entrance into the family of God, and the fulfillment of God’s plan that all nations be united with Israel as co-heirs to His Fatherly blessings, as Paul reveals in today’s Epistle.

We too, must be guided by the root of David, the bright morning star (see Revelation 22:16), and the light of the world (see Isaiah 42:6; John 8:12).

As the magi adored Him in the manger, let us renew our vow to serve Him, placing our gifts – our intentions and talents – on the altar in this Eucharist. We must offer to Him our very lives in thanksgiving. No lesser gift will suffice for this newborn King.

Altar Rosary

Our Blessed Mother request that we pray the

Rosary and that we pray it often.

For more information on the Altar Rosary Society, please contact Debbie Caldwell at 845-928-7681.

Adult Bible Study

Our group has ended and will resume in March. We have decided that our next Little Rock Scripture Study topic will be Genesis and the study sets are being ordered. The plan is to begin this when we resume our sessions in the spring. We will meet from 7:30-9:00pm in the Religious Education Building. NEWCOMERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!

AA Meetings

Mondays, 6:30pm–7:30pm: Closed Beginner’s Meeting (open only to those who desire to stop drinking or thinks they may be an alcoholic)

Wednesdays, 6:30pm–7:30pm: Open Speaker Meeting (Everyone is welcome.) Speaker will share their experience, strength and hope.

Wednesdays, 7:45pm–8:45pm: Closed “Big Book” meeting (open only to those who desire to stop drinking or thinks they may be an alcoholic) Reading and discussion of the book “Alcoholics Anonymous”.

Knight of Columbus Serve our Parish and Community

The Knights of Columbus of St. Patrick's Parish

is looking for a few good men. Our membership has grown significantly since our inception at the parish. If you are interested, it is an excellent opportunity to join with Father Joe Tyrrell and many other like-minded men of the Parish. The Knights of Columbus is open to male Catholic gentlemen over the age of 18. We meet on the third Tuesday of each month in the lower church hall of St. Patrick's at 8 PM. Please contact Vic Ferrarelli at (845) 325-6207 or via email at vicx56@gmail.com.

Highland Mills Food Pantry Please place your non-perishable food items in the basket at the church entrance. The Highland Mills Methodist Church is open Saturdays from 10am – 11am for people to receive food packages. The pantry serves between 30-40 Woodbury families every week. For more information, call 928-6177.

Warming Station Chapel of the Sacred Heart

Sacred Heart Parish Outreach

parishoutreach@gmail.com or call 782-8510 ext. 223 OUR WARMING STATION is now open at the Chapel of the Sacred Heart! Would you (and a friend) be available one night per month to help provide shelter for someone in need? Last year we averaged nearly 5 people per night and were opened 136 nights! Two volunteers are needed each night. We will provide training. Please email Betsy at parishoutreach@gmail.com for more information.

Camps Bernadette & Fatima 2018 Registration Now Open

Camp Fatima for Boys and Camp Bernadette for Girls are now accepting registrations for the 2018 summer season. The camps, located in the Lakes Region of NH, offer two-week overnight sessions for children, ages 6-15. Round trip bus transportation is available out of Long Island. For more information or to request a brochure, contact Brendan Stackhouse at (603)364-5851 or email Brendan@bfcamp.com. You can also visit and register online at www.bfcamp.com. Sessions fill up quickly…don’t wait.

Catholic Tours

Holyland and/or Fatima & Lourdes 2018

Come and journey away on one or both of two tours. Tour the Holyland from April 24th - May 5th or you can tour Fatima and Lourdes from June 15th – 22nd. Both itineraries can be found on our website at www.CatholicCruisesandTours.com Prices begin at $1449.00 per person based on double occupancy for land. Call us for your air city departure price. Mass is offered. Deposits of only $250 per person for the land will reserve your space. Space is limited. For further info or to register, contact Eileen@catholiccruisesand tours.com

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Starting Sunday, February 11th at 6PM, in the Lower Church of St Patrick's. The timing could not be more perfect. St. Valentine's Day and Ash Wednesday fall on the same day! This Lent, let's get our marriages to shine like beacons, calling our community to closeness and passion, with our Lord, and each other. For more information call or e-mail Mo and Mike McDonnell at 845-926-6892 or mo.mike.mcdonnell@gmail.com.

Bereavement Support Group

Addiction impacts the entire family, but there is no need to go it alone…

For loved ones of individuals who have passed from addiction. This is a safe place, for sharing and support, without judgment or stigma. Talk, share, support, and be supported with others who understand what you have experienced. Safe, non-judgmental forum.

Mondays: January 15 & 29 February 12 & 26 7:00 – 8:15 pm

ADAC 224 Main Street, Goshen (Rear entrance, 1st floor conference room) Facilitated by Jane Carey, LCSW-R For more information, or to RSVP, contact Laura Brovich at 344.5565. DROP-INS WELCOME!

Parish Counseling Network (PCN) St. Patrick’s is pleased to introduce a confidential service available, at a minimal fee, to our parishioners. This program, the Parish Counseling Network (PCN), entitles parishioners to 6 sessions with a Professional Clinician who can help with a variety of individual and inter-personal issues. Please contact your parish priest for more information to access services. Ali C. Curtis Parish Relations and Community Outreach Catholic Charities Community Services of Orange & Sullivan ali.curtis@cccsos.org office 845-294-5124, x333

Worldwide Marriage Encounter

Attend a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend and listen to God’s Plan for your marriage. For more information go to: www.wwmearchny.org or call Peter & Sheila Oprysko at (201)561-9367.

The Rachel Ministry

At the Marian Shrine, Stony Point, New York

The Rachel Ministry meets every third (3rd) Monday of the month. It was created to provide help and support to those who have lost a baby at birth or prior to birth. For more information, call Eileen Peterson at (845)492-6709 or Betty Golemba at (845)271-3344 or (914) 450-4759.

Adoption – China Support Group

Children in China need homes. More boys available than girls. Older parents and single women welcome. For more information call Barbara Salvesen at (845) 623-5277.

Ministry to Separated and Divorced Catholics

This is a support group for separated and divorced Catholics which meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Rectory Meeting Room of St. John’s Church, 71 Murray Avenue, Goshen, N.Y. For more information, please contact Helen: (845) 563-0604.

A Prayer for the New Year

O God of new beginnings and wonderful surprises,

thank You for the gift of a new year.

May it be a time of grace for me, a time to grow in faith and love, a time to renew my commitment

to following Your Son, Jesus.

May it be a year of blessing for me, a time to cherish my family, and friends,

a time to renew my efforts at work, a time to embrace my faith more fully.

Walk with me please, in every day and every hour of this new year,

that the light of Christ might shine through me, in spite of my weaknesses and failings.

Above all, may I remember this year that I am a

pilgrim on the sacred path to you.

Amen.

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