Rev. Gregory B. Wilson, Pastor Rev. Art Dalupang, Parochial Vicar Rev. Hugo Ruiz, Hispanic Ministry or at Our Lady of Peace (803) 279-0315

Deacon Robert A. Pierce

Deacon Robert J. Waters

PARISH OFFICE: (803) 649-4777 OFFICE HOURS: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - Monday - Friday MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 438, Aiken, SC 29802 E-MAIL: stmaryaikn@aol.com WEBSITE: www.stmarys-aiken.org FAX: (803) 642-6421 ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY: (803) 642-3211

PARISH PERSONNEL: (803) 649-4777 Mrs. Regina M. Kvartek, Parish Secretary Mrs. Janet A. Morris, Director of Facilities & Administrative Assistant Mrs. Phyllis Waters, Business Manager Mrs. Mary E. Jackson, Pastoral Care Coordinator

Miss Priscilla Estrada, M.A. Director of Christian Formation Office: (803) 642-2676 Mrs. Joan M. LaBone, Director of Youth Office: (803) 649-3049 Dr. Maureen A. Simpson, Director of Music Office: (803) 649-3057 Mrs. Marguerite B. Wertz, Principal of St. Mary’s School Office: (803) 649-2071

DIOCESE OF CHARLESTON

ST. MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS CATHOLIC CHURCH Aiken, South Carolina

MASS SCHEDULE

WELCOME TO OUR CHURCH: We extend a warm welcome to all who are visiting or are here for the first time. If you

attend St. Mary’s regularly and consider this your parish, please take the time to register by stopping by the Parish Office to fill

out a registration form. Please use the envelope system to practice Good Stewardship of the many gifts God has given to you and

to your family and in order to support your Parish, Diocese and the worldwide Church. Thank You.

PERPETUAL ADORATION of Jesus Christ in His Blessed Sacrament 24 hours a day in Ste Claire Chapel

WEEKDAY MASSES: Mon. - Fri. Mass 5:30 PM

Wed. School Mass 8:30 AM Miércoles en la capilla 7:00 PM

Thurs. Nursing Home Mass 10:00 AM Thurs. Pro-Life Rosary 6:00 PM

Sat. Pray The Rosary 7:30 AM

Sat. Morning Mass 8:00 AM

Sat. Miraculous Medal Novena 8:30 AM

SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE: Sat. Mass-St. Angela Hall 5:00 PM Sun. Mass-St. Angela Hall 8:30 AM Sun. Mass-St. Angela Hall 11:15 AM Sun. Spanish Mass-Church 12:00 PM Sun. Mass-Church 5:00 PM

HOLY DAY MASSES: check the bulletin or web site for the Holy Day schedules

NURSERY: during the 11:15 AM Mass in the Kindergarten room adjacent to St. Angela Hall.

CONFESSION: Mon.-Fri. 4:45-5:15 PM Sat. 3:30-4:30 PM

LAS MISAS Y LAS CONFESIONES Misa del domingo en la iglesia 12:00 mediodía

Misa del miércoles en la capilla 7:00 de la tarde

Las confesiones son media hora antes de la misa de los domingos

BAPTISMS: To have a child baptized at St. Mary’s, at least one parent must be a practicing Catholic, regularly attending Mass and participating in the life of the parish. Instruction in preparation for Baptism is provided for parents and godparents. The next class is Thursday, February 13 at 6:00 PM in Smith Hall. Attendance is required prior to the baptism of each child. Contact Priscilla Estrada at 803-642-2676.

BAUTIZOS: Para bautizar niño en ésta parroquia, llévese uno de los volantes que encontrará a la salida del Templo, donde viene toda la información referente a los bautismos. Preparación pre-bautismal: domingo 12 de enero a las 8:00 de la mañana en la escuela-aula 7.

SACRAMENTS Sacramental information on Holy Communion, Confirmation and

Marriage, can be found on our web site at www.stmarys-aiken.org Click on “Sacraments” or call the parish office.

GPS location of St. Mary’s, use: 203 Park Ave. SE, Aiken, SC

THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD JANUARY 12, 2014

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READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JAN. 12 - 19 BOX INDICATES SEASONAL COLOR

PASTOR’S CORNER + JMJ +

Sunday

Monday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Tuesday

Wednesday

1 Sm 1:1-8 Ps 116:12-19 Mk 1:14-20

1 Sm 3:1-10,19-20 Ps 40:2,5,7-10 Mk 1:29-39

1 Sm 8:4-7,10-22a Ps 89:16-19 Mk 2:1-12

1 Sm 9:1-4,17-19; 10:1a Ps 21:2-7 Mk 2:13-17

1 Sm 1:9-20 (Ps) 1 Sm 2:1,4-8 Mk 1:21-28

1 Sm 4:1-11 Ps 44:10-11,14-15,24-25 Mk 1:40-45

Is 42:1-4,6-7 Ps 29:1-4,9-10 Acts 10:34-38 Mt 3:13-17

Is 49:3,5-6 Ps 40:2,4,7-10 1 Cor 1:1-3 Jn 1:29-34

If you have any questions about the campaign, your pledge or making a contribution, please call Phyllis Waters at the Parish Office at 649-4777.

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN STATISTICS AS OF: SUNDAY, JANUARY 5

CURRENT AMOUNT PLEDGED TO DATE: $4,481,759

NUMBER OF FAMILIES PLEDGED TO DATE: 744

NUMBER OF PLEDGES PAID IN FULL: 209

CAMPAIGN CASH REDEEMED TO DATE: 2,896,782.52

01/20/13 Alan Khang Dang 01/27/13 Jacob Dylan Peel 02/10/13 Haley AnnaMarie White 02/10/13 Miley LeeAnn White 02/24/13 Harrison James Marion 03/24/13 Jose Ayala 03/24/13 Oscar Ayala 03/31/13 Alex Manuel Cardenas Soto 03/31/13 Valeria Duran Figueroa 03/31/13 Jason Olegario Orozco Plasencia 03/31/13 Edguin Jacobo Ayala 04/14/13 Logan Mae Napier 04/14/13 Miriam Joy Gordon 04/14/13 Cynthia Emily Contreras Moreno 04/14/13 Abigail Tonia Contreras Moreno 04/14/13 Julio Cesar Contreras Moreno 04/20/13 Bryan Acosta Gutierrez 04/21/13 Dayana Alison Vera Duran

2013 BAPTISMS ST. MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS CATHOLIC CHURCH

07/28/13 Miles John Bauersfeld 07/28/13 Alexandria Marie Salomone 07/28/13 Abigail Mace Stetson 08/17/13 Angel Rene Gallegos 08/17/13 Valentin Gallegos 09/01/13 Nicholas Reece Vargas 09/01/13 Evelyn Caye Lambert 09/22/13 John Turner McNicoll 09/22/13 Hector Guzman 09/26/13 Mary Helen Elizabeth Platte 09/26/13 Yoselin Cortez 09/26/13 Reginaldo Cortez Jr. 10/11/13 Hayden Elizabeth Williams 10/13/13 Michael Stephen Colleran 11/17/13 Fernanda Velazquez 11/17/13 Jomari Michi-Lopez 12/15/13 Kolin Edward Schuler 12/15/13 Isabel Maria Mangulabnan

04/21/13 Edward Emir Vera Duran 04/21/13 Joshua Adair Vera Duran 05/18/13 Daniel Vasquez Sanchez 05/18/13 Ailyn Mitchell Espinoza Giron 05/18/13 Gabriela Aracely Gonzalez 05/26/13 Adalyn Victoria Ware 05/26/13 Alejandro Hideo Velarde 05/26/13 Jamie Josephine Velarde 05/26/13 William Jude Knight 06/09/13 Bennett Joseph Suda 06/09/13 Serbando Sanchez 06/23/13 Lewis Henry Camantigue Tan 07/14/13 Carson Michael Cunning 07/14/13 Ellison Kate Bacon 07/21/13 Jacqueline Barranco Borja 07/21/13 Diana Lopez

9 DAYS FOR LIFE - PRAYER, PENANCE AND PILGRIMAGE The USCCB supplied for those of us back at home, not going to DC for the March for Life, to participate in a meaningful, prayerful way. Their initiative is called "9 DAYS FOR LIFE - Prayer, Penance and Pilgrimage". The core of this program is a 9 Day Novena marking the 41ST Anniversary of Roe v. Wade. For more information check out the website 9daysforlife.com or call Christy at 803-554-6088.

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

The Christmas season comes to an official end today with the Solemnity of the Baptism of the Lord. It is a superb day to reflect upon our own Baptism and our baptismal call. “Christ is baptized, not that He may be sanctified in the waters, but that He Himself may sanctify the waters. …Christ therefore takes the lead in Baptism, so that Christian peoples may follow after Him with confidence.” (St. Maximus of Turin, 423 AD)

Jesus Himself speaks of the importance of Baptism. Here is the Great Commissioning, Jesus’ last words of Matthew’s Gospel: “Go, therefore, and make

disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of

the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I

am with you always, until the end of the age.” (St. Matthew 28:19-20) Perhaps take some time this week, even today, to read the section of the Catechism on Baptism, which begins with paragraph 1213.

Above all, Baptism is, of course, not “magic.” It is a beautiful channel of grace, but only the beginning. God does not infuse full knowledge as if we were senseless beings. We are beings endowed with the gift of reason, part of having been created in God’s own image and likeness. He still wishes us to use our minds, and we must use them as adults if we hope to grow in faith and understanding. With this in mind and with renewed attacks from the “new atheists” sector, here are some recommended books for the beginning of this year. They can be found and purchased online.

Answering Atheism: How to Make the Case for God with Logic and Charity, by Trent Horn. “Trent Horn’s book strikes the right balance of breadth and depth, clarity and sophistication, charity and truth. His main project is to show there are no good reasons to embrace atheism while there are many reasons to accept theism. He defends these contentions with fair and accessible prose, copious endnotes, thick appendices, and helpful Socratic dialogues, which all make this [a] go-to recommendation for anyone wondering whether God is real.”

The Priority of Christ: Toward a Postliberal Catholicism, by Fr. Robert Barron. “Barron offers one answer to our need to join the gap between Christian culture and secularism: Jesus Christ. … Fr. Barron’s understanding of scripture is beyond compare.”

Fire of Mercy, Heart of the Word, by Erasmo Leiva Merikakis. 3 Volumes. This beautiful, monumental work on the Gospel of Matthew is filled with both detailed commentary and nourishing spiritual insight written over a decade of reflection. A great read for this Year of Matthew in our Lectionary cycle. Don’t be daunted by the three volumes – try the first and go from there.

THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD 8:00 AM-PREPARACIÓN PRE-BAUTISMO-ESCUELA-AULA 7 9:45 AM-CHRISTIAN FORMATION-SCHOOL GROUNDS 9:45 AM-YOUTH MINISTRY-SMITH HALL 9:50 AM-ADULT ED-CAFETERIA 3:00 PM-MEN’S DISCERNMENT GROUP-RECTORY 3:00 PM-BOY SCOUTS-CAFETERIA 3:00 PM-VENTURE CREW-MUSIC ROOM 6:00 PM-CUB SCOUTS-CAFETERIA 6:00 PM-DAISY SCOUTS-CARTER HALL 6:15 PM-HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY GR 9-12-SMITH HALL

6:30 AM-MEN’S PRAYER GROUP-SMITH HALL 9:30 AM-PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY-SMITH HALL 12:00 PM-LUNCH AND LEARN-SMITH HALL 5:30 PM-ITALIAN CLASS-ROOM 8 6:00 PM-LEGIÓN DE MARÍA-SMITH HALL 6:30 PM-KARATE-CAFETERIA 7:00 PM-MEN’S BIBLE STUDY-SMITH HALL 7:00 PM-BINGO-K OF C HALL 7:30 PM-SMALL CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY I-SMITH HALL

3:45 PM-LEGION OF MARY-SMITH HALL 6:00 PM-RCIA-SMITH HALL 6:00 PM-MMP CENACLE OF PRAYER-CHURCH 7:00 PM-PRACTICE: EIGHT-THIRTY CHOIR-CHOIR ROOM

8:00 AM-PARENT PRAYER GROUP-SMITH HALL 9:30 AM-ADULT BIBLE STUDY-SMITH HALL 5:00 PM-YOUTH MINISTRY CORE MTG.-SMITH HALL 6:15 PM-PRACTICE: SUNDAY NIGHT CHOIR-CHURCH 6:15 PM-LEGION OF MARY-LIBRARY 7:00 PM-PRACTICE: ELEVEN-FIFTEEN CHOIR-CAFETERIA

4:00 PM-HEALING OF HEARTS-SMITH HALL 6:00 PM-STEPHEN MINISTRY-LIBRARY 7:30 PM-CURSILLO ULTREYA-CHOIR ROOM

6:00 PM-SPANISH CHOIR-SMITH HALL 6:30 PM-KARATE-CAFETERIA

SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 9:45 AM-CHRISTIAN FORMATION-SCHOOL GROUNDS 9:45 AM-YOUTH MINISTRY-SMITH HALL 9:50 AM-ADULT ED-CAFETERIA 3:00 PM-BOY SCOUTS-CAFETERIA 3:00 PM-VENTURE CREW-MUSIC ROOM 6:00 PM-CUB SCOUTS-CAFETERIA 6:00 PM-DAISY SCOUTS-CARTER HALL 6:15 PM-HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY GR 9-12-SMITH HALL

SUN. 01/12

MON. 01/13

TUES. 01/14

WED. 01/15

THU. 01/16

FRI. 01/17

SAT. 01/18

SUN. 01/19

WEEKLY CALENDAR

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STEWARDSHIP FISCAL YEAR 2013-2014

DECEMBER 22 OFFERING $ 23,731.00 CHRISTMAS OFFERING $ 33,303.00 DECEMBER 29 OFFERING $ 25,521.52 LAST SUNDAY’S OFFERING $ 37,037.00 WEEKLY BUDGET NEEDS $ 26,500.00 YEAR TO DATE TOTALS $ 735,350.67 YEAR TO DATE BUDGET NEEDS $ 715,500.00 OVERAGE TO DATE $ 19,850.67

SOLEMNITY OF MARY $ 8,759.00

St. Mary’s is sustained by the generosity of our parishioners through time, talent and treasure. For all that you do, Thank You.

DEATHS

PRAY FOR OUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN CHRIST

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 CHURCH 8:00 AM Richard Griffis

ST. ANGELA HALL 5:00 PM Ruth Chelchowski Richard & Margaret Burns Damian Johnsen Baer Carrie Gouveia †

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MONDAY, JANUARY 13 CHURCH 6:30 AM

CHURCH 5:30 PM Justin Roach

TUESDAY, JANUARY 14 CHURCH 5:30 PM Jerry Roberts

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15 CHURCH 8:30 AM Joe Fulkerson

CHURCH 5:30 PM James Birch

(SP) CHURCH 7:00 PM Jean Fasullo

THURSDAY, JANUARY 16 PEPPER HILL 10:00 AM Patti Boyleston

CHURCH 5:30 PM Luana Grimley

FRIDAY, JANUARY 17

CHURCH 5:30

William “Bill” Dalton

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 11 CHURCH 8:00 AM Dora M. DiSilvestro

ST. ANGELA HALL 5:00 PM For the People Timothy Lesko Robert Husted Christine Rothammer The Morreale Family

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 ST. ANGELA HALL 8:30 AM For the People

ST. ANGELA HALL 11:15 AM

Lynn C. Brown

CHURCH (SP) 12:00 PM Joseph Calestro

Church 5:00 PM Inez Fresolo

SUNDAY, JANUARY 12 ST. ANGELA HALL 8:30 AM Bobbie Nunn

ST. ANGELA HALL 11:15 AM

Austin Allen

CHURCH (SP) 12:00 PM Juan Cortes Tadeo

Church 5:00 PM Joseph Cooper

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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Only individuals blessed by the projects funded by the Collection for the Church in Latin American can adequately explain the true value of each dollar that has been provided by your generous support of this. Neotefilo (in Brazil), is a project funded by this collection. Young people there face poverty, drugs and little hope for the future. This special collection, through projects like Neotefilo, empowers young people to deepen their call and become leaders in their communities. Our diocese will be taking up this collection the weekend of Jan. 25-26. Please be generous in the Collection for the Church in Latin America and encourage the youth to live faith. Your support will truly make a difference. Thank you and God bless you. In the Lord’s Peace, Most Reverened Robert E. Gugliemone

Please note: There is a 6:30 AM Mass every Monday for the Men’s group that meets in Smith Hall. This Mass is open to all of St. Mary’s parishioners, not just the men. So, ladies and gentlemen, you are welcome to join in the celebration of this Mass.

12/25/13 Ted Zahuta

Contact Priscilla Estrada for more information at 642-2676 or stmarydcf@gmail.com

ADULT BIBLE STUDY Wednesdays - 9:30 AM - Smith Hall

contact Martha Whittingham whittimp@gmail.com

ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION

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Interested in becoming Catholic? Want to learn more about the Catholic Church?

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS

Our next RCIA class will be: Tuesday, January 14, 2014 6:00 - 7:30 PM in Smith Hall.

If you know of anybody interested in becoming Catholic, please keep them in your prayers and invite them to join us. Please watch the

bulletin for more information.

$3.00 suggested donation Featured CD this week

REVIEWING & APPLYING What we have learned from

EARLY CHURCH HISTORY.

RETROUVAILLE (Re-tro-vi) A LIFE LINE FOR MARRIED COUPLES

Remember your wedding vow “for better or worse?” Every marriage travels through difficult times, some more

challenging than others. Retrouvaille teaches couples how to get through the rough times.

Retrouvaille couples and priests believe your marriage is worth the work of rediscovery. Reach for the RETROUVAILLE LIFELINE.

Our next Retrouvaille Weekend will be February 7-9, 2014 in an Augusta Hotel. For additional information or to register call

800-470-2230 or www.retrouvaille.org Space is limited. Register early.

CWA GAME/CARD PARTY

The CWA will hold its annual Game/Card Party

Saturday, February 15, 2014 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM in St. Angela Hall

Please come and bring your party of 2,3,4 or more for games/cards. Lunch will be served, accompanied by a large array of prizes. The cost is $10.00 per person. All proceeds benefit local Aiken charities.

For more information or to reserve a space contact Lois Gniazdowski at 648-8671 or Mary Alice Speed at 648-5569 by February 12th.

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY THE BIBLE TIMELINE The Story of Salvation

by Jeff Cavins Explore Salvation History from Genesis to the

establishment of the Catholic Church. MONDAYS 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

UPSTAIRS OF SMITH HALL Study kit available for $35 if interested. New participants are welcome to join us at any time!

For more information contact Priscilla Estrada at 803-642-2676 or stmarydcf@gmail.com

Seven Deadly Sins – Seven Lively Virtues: Fr. Robert Barron

CWA GENERAL MEETING

The next CWA meeting will be on Wednesday, January 22

11:30 AM - Rosary in the Church Followed by lunch in Smith Hall at NOON

We will have nominations for new committee chairpersons.

The CWA is open to all the ladies of St. Mary’s Parish.

For more information please call 803-648-7188.

ACTS 6th ANNUAL ICICLE BALL

February 8, 2014 St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church

6:00 PM Social and Silent Auction

7:00 PM Dinner catered by Newberry Hall 8:00 - 11:00 PM Dancing

Music by Palmetto Groove Party Band Cash bar available for wine and beer

$75 per person and $600 per table of 8 - Black tie optional

Tickets available for purchase at ACTS 803-649-3800

Join noted Professor of Theology and author, Fr. Robert Barron, in this revealing presentation as he sheds light on the Seven Deadly Sins - those great spiritual blocks that inhibit our relationship with God and others - and the antidote to them, the Seven Lively Virtues! Fr. Barron uses Dante's DIVINE COMEDY to expose these sinful patterns in our lives and show how they are effectively counteracted by the cultivation of virtue through the development of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. This fascinating journey shows the path that God has designed to lead us to health, happiness and holiness. Come, eat and See! You. Yes, you! What are you

looking to do with your Spiritual life? Listen! Can you hear that? ….. a still, small Voice from deep within calling, stirring….but to what? Perhaps it’s a deeper walk with Him

- in your prayer life, in serving those around you; maybe it’s just to put your Faith where your mouth is and become a living example walking in His Footsteps. Well, this is your lucky day! Your Brothers and Sisters of the Secular Franciscan Order are inviting you to “come and see” who we are and what we are about! And you get to do this with a great home cooked Italian meal of pasta marinara, meatballs, garlic bread, salad and dessert! What’s the cost? Simply a little bit of your time and some joyful fellowship. We will get together in Smith Hall on Thursday, January 23 at 6:15 PM. There will be a very brief presentation followed by Q&A.

Please RSVP to Sharon Stanley at 803-648-6998 by Wed., Jan. 22 if you plan to attend so our cook will be sure to have plenty to eat!

CWA/SUPER BOWL BAKE SALE!

The CWA will hold its annual bakes sale on FEBRUARY 1ST & 2ND AFTER ALL MASSES

Ladies, please bring your baked goods on Saturday morning to St. Angela Hall or before the mass you attend.

All proceeds help supply the St. Mary’s kitchens.

For more information call Sue Briatico at 803-642-6051.

PASTORAL CARE MINISTRY

Are you seriously ill, facing surgery or of advanced age? Receive grace and strength from

the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. Call Mary Ellen Jackson at 649-4777

or e-mail st.mary.pastoralcare@gmail.com to schedule an anointing.

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MINISTERIO HISPANO Fr. Hugo Ruiz, ruizmcholer@hotmail.com

For more information, contact Linda Izard at 644-9136 / linda_izard@bellsouth.net or Mary Ellen Jackson at 649-4777

HEALING OF HEARTS A Catholic bereavement group

Meets on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of each month 4:00 - 5:00 PM in Smith Hall

For a complete list of our EXPECTANT & NEW MOTHERS, go to our website at www.stmarys-aiken.org from the home

page go to the St. Elizabeth Ministry link.

ST. ELIZABETH MINISTRY

PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL EXPECTANT & NEW MOTHERS

If you are pregnant or have recently given birth, and would like to be added to our prayer list, please call Mary Ellen

Jackson at St. Mary’s Parish Office at 649-4777 or e-mail st.mary.pastoralcare@gmail.com

Jessica Cadarr Hensley & son Mason Alexander born 08/15/13

Mary Hutto & daughter Adelyn Elizabeth born 8/24/13

Hillary Redd Platt & son Edwin, V born 9/17/13

Maria Domingo & daughter Isabel Marie born 9/03/13

Kim Platte & daughter Mary Helen Elizabeth born 9/26/13

Maritza Cortes & daughter Lina Guadalupe born 10/22/13

Sarah Ortaldo & daughter Everly Marie born on 12/18/13

Chioma Udogu Nwoga & son Noel Tamunotonye born 12/20/13

Cheryl Salomone Wix due January 2014

Catherine Carlisle Osborne due February 2014

Janie Dinges due February 2014

Rachael Carlisle Angel due March 2014

Amy Noel Paradies Souders due March 2014

Kasey Karasch Voyles due March 2014

Kathleen Haro Black due April 2014

Elizabeth Mastromonico Boessneck due April 2014

Jacqueline Burge Ondick due April 2014

Caroline Smith Redd due April 2014

Lauren Bentley Maddux due May 2014

Melissa Moose Whittingham due May 2014

Natalie Bruce Carlisle due June 2014

Have you or a friend had a problem such as divorce, financial problems, death of a loved one, severe illness or major life change? Would you appreciate someone who could help you over one of life’s troubling times? If so, please talk to Fr. Wilson, Fr. Art or Mary Ellen Jackson at 649-4777 in complete confidentiality. We can introduce you or a friend to a Stephen Minister who is extensively trained to be there for you.

UP-COMING EVENTS

February 2 - Super Bowl XLVIII Party - 6:00 PM (pre-game) 6:30 PM - kick-off. At the home of Carla Noziglia at 305 Ascot Dr. Bring your own drinks and a snack to share. Wings will be provided.

Please make reservations by January 27 to Carla at skipncar@aol.com or Jeanne Shanks at 803-663-3839.

MARRIAGE FOR LIFE Next Workshop in Aiken:

Feb. 8 & Feb. 22, 2014 from 8:45 AM - 4:30 PM

A marriage preparation course serving the Diocese of Charleston. This is for engaged couples, recently married couples or even more experienced couples seeking to renew the love that brought them together.

For more information call Deacon Bob & Donna Pierce at (803) 474-6011 or rampierce@bellsouth.net

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Each year the Aiken Knights of Columbus Council #3684 awards scholarship assistance to eligible applicants. Scholarships are based solely on ability and will be awarded based on school grades, standardized test scores, quality of the essay submitted, letters of recommendation, and community or extracurricular involvement. With few exceptions scholarship assistance will require a minimum grade average of B or 3.0 in high school and 1600 or higher SAT scores (or equivalent). All scholarship applications must be received by Wednesday, April 30, 2014. All scholarships awarded are renewable upon reapplication provided a recipient maintains a B or 3.0 grade average and is a worthy campus citizen. Scholarship interviews may be an integral part of the evaluation.

For more information or an application form, call Tom Meisner: 803-649-4721 or Chuck Goergen: 803-649-4097.

ARE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW GOING THROUGH A DIFFICULT TIME IN YOUR LIFE? WOULD YOU

APPRECIATE SOMEONE WHO COULD HELP YOU?

EL BAUTISMO DEL SEÑOR

Las primeras palabras de Jesús en el Nuevo Testamento son: "Ceder" (Mt 03:15). Por lo general, cuando escuchamos este comando, estamos siendo terco, egoísta y rebelde. Sin embargo, cuando Jesús le dijo a Juan el Bautista ceder, fue en un contexto diferente. Jesús le dijo a Juan que ceda y lo bautizara, es decir, hacer algo de Juan no era digno de hacer. En un contexto similar, Jesús nos manda a dar, por ejemplo antes de recibir la Sagrada Comunión, decimos: "Señor, no soy digno de que entres" (ver Mt 08:08). A continuación le damos y recibimos la comunión a pesar de nuestra indignidad.

LARCUM Lutheran Anglican Roman Catholic United Methodist

ANNUAL PRAYER SERVICE SUNDAY, JANUARY 26 AT 4:00 PM EBENEZER LUTHERAN CHURCH

1301 Richland St., Columbia, SC

Bishop L. Jonathan Holston SC Annual Conference, United Methodist Church

ALL ARE WELCOME!

For more information contact Missie Walker at ecumenical @catholic-doc.org

or go to: www.larcumsc.org

YOUTH CHRISTIAN FORMATION

ST. MARY’S SCHOOL For more information contact Mrs. Peggy Wertz, Principal

at 649-2071 or pwertz@stmaryhoc.net

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Sunday Morning Youth Ministry 9:45 –11:00 AM in Smith Hall - Grades 7-12, come join us!

No Morning Youth Ministry on January 19.

YOUTH MINISTRY For more information contact Mrs. Joan LaBone,

labone@stmaryhoc.net or call 649-3049 / cell 215-7040

January 12 - LIFE! Life Night - Going Deeper January 19 -Tweeting Jesus! January 20 - Youth Ministry sponsored Lasagna Dinner January 26 - EDGE!

Sunday Evening High School Youth Ministry 6-6:15 Gathering, 6:15-8:00 PM

Edge OR Life Night in Smith Hall

CHRISTIAN FORMATION GRADES 4K - 6

9:45 –11:00 AM-School Grounds For information contact Priscilla Estrada 803-642-2676 / stmarydcf@gmail.com

LEADING TEENS TO CHRIST

A Ministry to Catholic Women

You are invited to a Breakfast sponsored by Magnificat.

Mary, Our Mother Chapter Saturday, January 25

St. Mary on the Hill Catholic Church-Parish Hall 1420 Monte Sano Ave., Augusta, GA

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Guest speaker: Genie Summers. For more information contact Betty Gill at 706-793-7174 regarding reservation and payment.

LUNCH AND LEARN BOOK CLUB 2014 WINTER SERIES

Mondays in Smith Hall from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17 & 24

BETWEEN HEAVEN AND MIRTH: Why Joy, Humor and Laughter are at the Heart of the Spiritual Life

By James Martin, SJ

No Reservations are needed. Bring your lunch and come join us! A copy of the book can be ordered through local bookstores or at

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The St. Vincent de Paul ministry of St. Mary’s church would like to express their sincere thanks for all the wonderful monetary and volunteer support given them by our parishioners, youth group and school families for the annual Christmas Basket program. Through your

generous donations and gifts of service, you helped make the difference for the many poor and underserved families in our community. Thank you for your continued support of this important mission. God bless you and Happy New Year.

Registration for 2014-2015 5K Run/Walk January 26 Open House January 30 Snow Days February 1 Beauty and the Beast February 12 - 13 Call St. Mary’s School at 803-649-2071

A friendly reminder…

Sunday, January 19: No Class

Sunday, February 16: No Class

Monday, February 17: Confirmation Retreat - 9:00 AM-6:00 PM - St. Angela Hall

Thursday, February 20: Confirmation Practice at 6:30 PM - Church

Wednesday, February 26: Confirmation at 7:00 PM - Church

Epiphany Exalt, Jan. 5, 2014