CHURCH OF SAINT MARK The Baptism of the Lord January 13, 2019

Fr. Paul Spellman, Pastor Fr. Michael Tang, In Residence Deacon Joseph Girard 940 Coeur d’Alene Ave., Venice, CA 90291 Phone: (310) 821-5058

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Parish Staff Rectory Care Maggie Robles………….821-5058 Church Care Catalina Blasi ................ 821-5058 Secretary Gabriela Bravo .............. 821-5058 Bookkeeper Kathy Olson……………..821-5058 Pastoral Coordinator Heidi Villaluz….………....821-5058 Liturgy Altar Servers Joan Horne .................... 463-9017 Altar Servers (Sp) Romeo Santos……….....720-0084 Altar Society Chris Putziger ................ 396-3265 Eucharistic Ministry In Church MaryAnn Long...………..717-2645 To the Sick Fr. Paul Spellman .......... 821-5058 In Church (Sp) Juan Hernandez..…424-309-3994 To the Sick (Sp) Ofelia Gonzalez ............. 306-8768 Ministry of the Word English Michael Shindle ............. 821-5058 Spanish Erick Yela ...................... 463-9080 Wedding Coord. Gabriela Bravo .............. 821-5058 Quinceañera Coord. Gabriela Bravo .............. 821-5058 Music Music Director Maeve Becker ............... 902-0109 Adult Choir Valerie Vinnard ....... 323-804-7720 Spanish Choir Alex Venegas ......... 213-675-0564 Organist/Pianist Mark Balling………….....390-3646 Ushers Scott Haberkon (Eng) .... 821-5058 Ausencio Rosales (Sp)...821-5058 Parish School Principal Mary Ann McQueen ...... 821-6612 Admissions Jennifer Dao .................. 821-6612 Office Manager Maria Donaldson………..821-6612 School Receptionist MaryAnn Welchhance….821-6612 Religious Education Director Judy Girard…….822-1201 ext 249 Office Secretary Maria Acosta…..822-1201 ext 250 Confirmation Jaime Perez …...822-1201ext 248 R.C.I.A. Susan Lewis…...822-1201 ext 247 Parish Organization Bereavement Ministry Fritz Hirt ......................... 827-1585 Guadalupanos Rosa Gonzalez .............. 752-3891 Grupo de Oracion Luis Vazquez……. .. 424-216-2261 Knights of Columbus George Arias……....760-888-7321 Legion of Mary Horst Blasi……………....306-1326 Mary Widows Helen Liberto…...……….391-2997 Pastoral Council Tom Suchy. ................... 821-5058 Power House of Prayer Barbara Kennedy .......... 823-9387 St. Vincent de Paul ………..…………….424-272-1629 Young Adult ………...YAM@stmarkvenice.com Youth Ministry ..Jaime.Perez@stmarkvenice.com Forever Young/40 Plus ……………………………821-5058

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Closed 12:00pm - 1:00pm Sunday Masses: Saturday: (Vigil) 5:30pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am 12 noon (Spanish) & 5:30pm Daily Masses: Monday - Saturday 8:00am Holy Day Masses: 8:00am, 12:15pm and 7:00pm (Bilingual) Eucharistic First Monday of each month Adoration : 8:30am to 8:30pm Confessions: Saturday 4:30pm - 5:15pm Baptism: 3rd weekend of each month. Please contact the rectory office. Marriage: 6 months notice is required. Please contact the rectory office. Anointing of Sacrament for the sick is celebrated The Sick: upon request. Please contact the rectory office. Holy Eucharist Communion is given upon request. for the Sick: Please contact the rectory office.

The Baptism of the Lord Saint Mark Church January 13, 2019

Pastor’s Corner This Sunday we jump ahead in our Gos-pel readings, from the time Jesus was an infant until He was approximately 30 years of age. He has left His home town of Nazareth, and is pre-paring to begin His ministry of proclaiming the message of the Kingdom of God. But first He goes to the Jordan River, where John the Baptist is Baptizing the people with water. John is the one who is preparing them for the One who will Baptize with fire and the Holy Spirit! When Jesus comes up out of the water, the voice of God the Father proclaims, "This is my Beloved Son in whom I am well pleased!" Whenever I Baptize an infant, a child, or an adult, I remind them that we are all children of God, and it is through the Sacrament of Baptism that we are washed clean of original sin and wel-comed into our faith community. Jesus obvious-ly did not need to be cleansed of any type of sin, but He wanted to begin His ministry by showing the people how He was a member of their com-munity, and would then go on to become their shepherd. I was Baptized when I was about two weeks old, but that was back in the 1950's when "limbo" was still accepted by many people as the place where unbaptized babies went if they died before they received the Sacrament. "Limbo" is no longer part of our faith, but it is still important to have our children Baptized so that they can begin their journey as part of our faith communi-ty. Obviously, the parents and the godparents are the primary teachers of our faith to their children, and it is up to us as a faith community to wel-come them into the Catholic Church. During this week I invite us all to reflect upon our own Baptism, and the importance of this Sacrament. Even if we were too young to remember it, Baptism is the first Sacrament that we receive as we prepare for a lifelong journey with our Lord and Savior. May the Lord continue to bless us always and in all ways,

Father Paul Spellman

FROM OUR PASTOR

La Esquina del Párroco

Este domingo nos adelantamos en nuestras lecturas del Evangelio, desde el momento en que Jesús era un bebé hasta que él tenía aproximada-mente 30 años de edad. Ha abandonado su ciudad natal de Nazaret, y se está preparando para comen-zar su Ministerio de proclamar el mensaje del Reino de Dios. Pero primero va al río Jordán, don-de Juan el Bautista bautiza al pueblo con agua. ¡Juan es quien los prepara para el que bauti-zará con fuego y el Espíritu Santo! Cuando Jesús sale del agua, la voz de Dios del Padre proclama, "este es mi hijo amado en quien estoy bien muy complacido " cada vez que bautizo a un bebé, un niño, o un adulto, les recuer-do que todos somos hijos de Dios y es a través del Sacramento del bautismo que somos lavados lim-pios del pecado original y recibidos en nuestra co-munidad de fe. Obviamente Jesús no necesitaba ser limpiado de ningún tipo de pecado, pero él qui-so comenzar su Ministerio mostrando a la gente cómo él era un miembro de su comunidad, y en-tonces pasaría a ser su pastor. Me bautizaron cuando tenía alrededor de dos semanas de edad, pero eso fue en la década de los 1950 cuando el "limbo" todavía era aceptado por muchas personas como el lugar donde los be-bés no bautizados iban si murieron antes de recibir el Sacramento. El "limbo" ya no es parte de nues-tra fe, pero todavía es importante tener a nuestros hijos bautizados para que puedan comenzar su jor-nada como parte de nuestra comunidad de fe. Ob-viamente, los padres y los padrinos son los maes-tros primarios de nuestra fe para sus hijos, y noso-tros como una comunidad debemos darle la bien-venida a la iglesia católica. Durante esta semana, invito a todos a refle-xionar sobre nuestro propio bautismo, y la impor-tancia de este Sacramento. Incluso si fuéramos demasiado jóvenes para recordarlo, el bautismo es el primer Sacramento que recibimos al prepararnos para un viaje de toda la vida con nuestro Señor y Salvador. Que el Señor nos siga bendiciendo siempre y en todas las formas, Padre Paul Spellman

The Baptism of the Lord Saint Mark Church January 13, 2019

SPIRITUAL LIFE

READINGS OF THE WEEK LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA

VIDA ESPIRITUAL

VISITS TO THE SICK AND HOMEBOUND If you or anyone you know is in need of receiving the sacra-ment of the anointing of the sick or is homebound and would like to receive Holy Communion please call the rectory at 310-821-5058 to arrange a time for a visit.

VISITAS A LOS ENFERMOS Si usted o alguien que conoce necesita recibir el Sacramento de la unción de los enfermos o no puede salir de su casa y le gustaría recibir la Sagrada comunión por favor llame a la rectoría al 310-821-5058 para ser una cita.

MEN’S SILENT RETREAT The Annual St. Mark Parish Men’s Silent Retreat will be held at Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center in the city of Sierra Madre January 18th - 20th. For reservations please contact Fritz Hirt at 310-827-1585 or Rick Winter at 310-699-1098.

RETIRO DE HOMBRES DE SAN MARCOS El retiro de hombres de la parroquia de San Marcos se llevará a cabo en El Centro de Retiros de Mater Dolorosa el 18 - 20 de enero. Para reservaciones póngase en contacto con Fritz Hirt 310-827-1585 o Rick Winter 310-699-1098.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS The Knights of Columbus celebrated their Recognition Dinner for the Year, on January 5, 2019. On that special occasion, the following were announced:

The Volunteer of the Year - Cookie Barthel The Knight of the Year - Fred Barthel

Please join the Knights in congratulating these exceptional individuals who are dedicated to serving others!! To everybody who is still trying to find themselves, never give up. Never settle with the person you are, because you can al-ways be better. Just because you wander does not mean you are lost. So, instead of counting the days, make the days count.

CABALLEROS DE COLON Los caballeros de Colón celebraron su cena de reconocimiento para el año, el 5 de enero de 2019. En esa ocasión especial, fueron anunciados:

El voluntario del año - Cookie Barthel El caballero del año - Fred Barthel

Por favor únase a los caballeros para felicitar a estas personas excepcionales que se dedican a servir a los demás! A todos que todavía está tratando de encontrarse, nunca se rinde. Nunca conformarse con la persona que eres, porque siempre puede ser mejor. Aunque usted este buscando su camino no significa que esta perdido. Así, en lugar de contar los días, haz que los días cuenten.

Lunes: Heb 1:1-6; Sal 97 (96):1, 2b, 6, 7c, 9; Mc 1:14-20 Martes: Heb 2:5-12; Sal 8:2ab, 5, 6-9; Mc 1:21-28 Miércoles: Heb 2:14-18; Sal 105 (104):1-4, 6-9; Mc 1:29-39 Jueves: Heb 3:7-14; Sal 95 (94):6-11; Mc 1:40-45 Viernes: Heb 4:1-5, 11; Sal 78 (77):3, 4bc, 6c-8;Mc 2:1-12 Sábado: Heb 4:12-16; Sal 19 (18):8-10, 15; Mc 2:13-17 Domingo: Is 62:1-5; Sal 96 (95):1-3, 7-10; 1 Cor 12:4-11;        Jn 2:1-11

Monday: Heb 1:1-6; Ps 97:1, 2b, 6, 7c, 9; Mk 1:14- 20 Tuesday: Heb 2:5-12; Ps 8:2ab, 5, 6-9; Mk 1:21-28 Wednesday: Heb 2:14-18; Ps 105:1-4, 6-9; Mk 1:29-39 Thursday: Heb 3:7-14; Ps 95:6-11; Mk 1:40-45 Friday: Heb 4:1-5, 11; Ps 78:3, 4bc, 6c-8; Mk 2:1-12 Saturday: Heb 4:12-16; Ps 19:8-10, 15; Mk 2:13-17 Sunday: Is 62:1-5; Ps 96:1-3, 7-10; 1 Cor 12:4-11; Jn 2:1-11

SISTERS OF THE HOLY NAMES The Sisters of the Holy Names are celebrating 150 Years of Ministry in California! All are invited to a special Mass on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at 5:30pm at St. Monica Church with a reception to follow at 6:30pm in the Grand Pavilion. For more information and to RSVP visit www.snjmca150.org.

HERMANAS DE LOS NOMBRES SAGRADOS Las Hermanas de los Nombres Sagrados están celebrando 150 años de Ministerio en California! Todos están invitados a una Misa especial el sábado, 02 de febrero de 2019 a las 5:30pm en la iglesia de Santa Mónica con una recepción a seguir a las 6:30pm en el gran pabellón. Para más información y confir-mar su asistencia, visite www.snjmca150.org.

ONE LIFE, ONE LIGHT All are invited to the Requiem for the Unborn and Ceremony of Light on Saturday, January 19th at 5:00pm at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels. Join Archbishop Jose Gomez, Auxil-iary Bishops, Priests, Deacons, Religious and Faithful of the Archdiocese in the special Eucharistic Celebration of Life! For more information visit www.olacathedral.org

UNA VIDA, UNA LUZ Todos están invitados a una Celebración Eucarística de la Vi-da el sábado, 19 de enero a las 5:00pm en la Catedral de Nues-tra Señora de Los Ángeles. ¡Únete al Arzobispo José Gomez, obispos auxiliares, sacerdotes, diáconos, religiosos y fieles de la Arquidiócesis para esta celebración especial! Para mas información visite al sitio www.olacathedral.org

Sat. Jan 12 5:30pm Ernestina Beltran Sun. Jan 13 7:30am Betty Cam 9:00am People of the Parish 10:30am Luis & Trinidad Martinez † 12:00pm Julia y Familia 5:30pm Altagracia Rodriguez † Mon. Jan 14 8:00am Maria Sanchez Tues. Jan 15 9:00am Sociedad Guadalupana Wed. Jan 16 8:00am Tessie Cam † Thurs. Jan 17 8:00am Citlali Pizarro Fri. Jan 18 8:00am Zacharrias Camacho † Sat. Jan 19 8:00am The Alexander Family

Sat. Jan 19 5:30pm Fr. Paul Spellman Sun. Jan 20 7:30am Fr. Paul Spellman 9:00am Fr. Paul Spellman 10:30am Fr. Tom King 12:00pm Fr. Michael Tang 5:30pm Fr. Paul Spellman

NEXT WEEK’S READINGS First Reading — As a bridegroom rejoices in his bride, so God rejoices in the chosen ones (Isaiah 62:1-5). Psalm — Proclaim his marvelous deeds to all the nations (Psalm 96). Second Reading — All the varied gifts in the Christian com-munity are from one Spirit (1 Corinthians 12:4-11). Gospel — Rejoicing at a wedding celebration in Cana, Jesus replenishes the wine supply (John 2:1-11).

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

LECTURAS DE LA PROXIMA SEMANA Primera lectura — Como el esposo goza con su esposa, así Dios se regocija con su elegida Sión (Isaías 62:1-5). Salmo — Cantemos la grandeza del Señor (Salmo 96 [95]). Segunda lectura — Todos los diferentes dones que se en-cuentran en la comunidad cristiana son obra del mismo Espíri-tu (1 Corintios 12:4-11). Evangelio — Compartiendo el gozo de una boda en Caná, Jesús rellena la provisión de vino (Juan 2:1-11).

This Week at St. Mark’s Jan 14 – Jan 20 2019 Mon. 8:00am Mass - Church Bible Study 6:30pm - School Spanish Choir 7:00pm - Hall Tues. 8:00am Mass - Church RE Grades 7-8 6:30pm - School Wed. 8:00am Mass - Church Legion of Mary 6:00pm - School RCIA Inquiry 6:30pm - School Thurs. 8:00am Mass - Church Spanish Prayer Group 7:00pm - Church Fri. 8:00am Mass - Church Sat. 8:00am Mass - Church Early Childhood & Grades 1-6 at 9am - School Confessions 4:30pm –5:15pm 5:30pm Mass Sun. 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Mass Times: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm (Sp), 5:30pm Children’s Liturgy at 9am Mass

The Baptism of the Lord Saint Mark Church January 13, 2019

Adult Confirmation If you are an adult who has not celebrated the sacrament of Confirmation now is the time to register for the annual prepa-ration sessions. Confirmation will be celebrated at St. Mark in May. For information please call for information at 310-821-5058 or email re@stmarkvenice.com New Year Resolutions Perhaps this is the right time to consider a Faith Formation opportunity at St. Mark. A study of the Gospel of Luke con-tinues each Monday evening at 7pm in the school. Another opportunity is RCIA for those not baptized, baptized in anoth-er Christian church or those baptized Catholic who wish to complete the sacraments of initiation. If you know someone who would like to inquire please invite them to call the Reli-gious Education Office at 310-822-1201 or email rcia@stmarkvenice.com

The Baptism of the Lord Saint Mark Church January 13, 2019

SAFE GUARD THE CHILDREN PROTEGIENDO A LOS NINOS

SPIRITUAL LIFE SPIRITUAL LIFE

Learn how to help children suffering from trauma With mass shootings, natural disasters, and the social climate today, our children are living in a world that can be very scary at times. Children who have suffered from trauma, through abuse, loss, or another tragedy, may have different ways of viewing the world through the distorted lens of their fears and worries, and often need the help of trusted adults to guide them through their emotions. Many children use denial as their first coping method, so getting them to talk about what’s happened and explore how they’re feeling and what scares them now is important. Consider consulting someone with expertise in child development – a psychologist, counselor or experienced teacher might have suggestions as to how best to support a child in the aftermath of a frightening experience.

Aprende como puede ayudar u un niño sufriendo trauma Con los tiroteos en masa, los desastres naturales y el clima social de hoy, nuestros niños viven en un mundo que a veces puede ser muy aterrador. Los niños que han sufrido trauma, abuso, pérdida u otra tragedia pueden tener diferentes formas de ver el mundo a través de la distorsionada realidad de sus temores y preocupaciones. Por esta razón, estos niños con fre-cuencia necesitan la ayuda de adultos de confianza que los guíen a través de sus emociones. Muchos niños usan la nega-ción como su primer método de afrontamiento, por lo que es importante que hablen sobre lo que sucedió y exploren cómo se sienten y qué los asusta ahora. Considere la posibilidad de consultar a alguien con experiencia en desarrollo infantil. Un psicólogo, un consejero o un maestro experimentado podría tener sugerencias sobre la mejor manera de ayudar a un niño después de una experiencia aterradora.

Cathy Mapes, Fritz Hirt, Martha Yanez

Veronica Cappolonga,

CALLED TO SERVE For many weeks now, we have been celebrating the appear-ance of the divine presence in human form. As a child, he came to Mary and Joseph, was seen by the shepherds, and then by some wandering magi from the East. Today we cele-brate another showing, later in time, to a group gathered at the Jordan River.  John hesitated to baptize Jesus, whom he recognized as “one mightier than I.” But he did as Jesus asked, and the “Holy Spirit descended” and heaven’s voice spoke to Jesus, “You are my beloved Son.” Jesus was beginning his public life of teaching and service. Soon he would start calling others to join him.  Peter was one of the first to be called by Jesus. In today’s second reading, he announces the heart of the message, “peace through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all.” Peter was called, and you and I are called to spread that message and to serve God’s word.

LLAMADOS A SERVIR Por muchas semanas hemos celebrado la aparición de la pre-sencia divina en su forma humana. Cuando era niño, Jesús vivió con María y José, al nacer lo visitaron unos pastores y luego algunos errantes magos de Oriente. Hoy celebramos otra situación, ocurrida un tiempo después, a un grupo reunido en el río Jordán.  Juan vaciló cuando le tocó bautizar a Jesús, a quien reconocía como “uno más poderoso que yo”. Pero hizo como Jesús se lo pidió, “descendió el Espíritu Santo” y una voz celestial habló a Jesús: “Tú eres mi hijo, el predilecto”. Jesús estaba empezando su vida pública de enseñanza y de servicio. Pronto comenzaría a llamar a otros a seguirlo.  Pedro fue el primero que Jesús llamó. En la segunda lectura de hoy anuncia el centro del mensaje: “la paz que traería Jesucris-to, el Señor de todos”. Pedro fue llamado, y tú y yo somos lla-mados a llevar el mensaje y cumplir la palabra de Dios.