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Fr. Alexis Moronta, Parochial Vicar
Ext. 104
Diane Scott, Director of Faith Formation
Ext. 110
Patricia Griffin, School Principal
pgriffin@catholicacademybridgeport.
org — (203) 334-5856
Pamela LaFleur
Pastoral Assistant [email protected]
Ext. 114
Jen Haddon
Music [email protected]
(203) 640-7242 Sandra Hrenyo
Finance [email protected] — Ext. 101
Angela Mantero
Secretary
Ext. 100
Andrew Seperack
Finance Chair [email protected]
Maureen Pelletier Steven Stafstrom
Lay Trustee
Lay Trustee
Msgr. Tom Powers, Parochial Administrator
[email protected] Ext. 102
Emergency Contact: (203) 258-6006 (Please, only for true emergencies)
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM-3:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
481 Brewster Street Bridgeport, CT 06605
Phone (203) 368-1607 ~ Fax (203) 336-4233
www.StAnnBlackRock.com
Facebook: St Ann Black Rock and Santa Anna Black Rock
PRAYER TRADITION AFTER MASS: After the closing hymn (before leaving the church) to offer three Hail Marys:
one is said for yourself; one is said for the person present in
the church who is most in need; and one for the parishioner
most in need. TRADICIÓN DE ORACIÓN DESPUÉS DE MISA: Después del himno final (antes de salir de la iglesia) y
ofrecer tres Ave Marías : una se dice por sí mismo; una se
dice a la persona en la Iglesia que más lo necesita; y una
para el feligrés que más lo necesite.
PARISH STAFF & CONTACTS
THIS WEEK’S ACTIVITIES ACTIVIDADES DE ESTA SEMANA
(in the Rectory Basement unless otherwise indicated)
Mon. 1/8 7:00-9:00 PM Men’s Group Dinner
Thur. 1/11 7:00-8:30 PM Grupo de Oracion (Church)
Fri. 1/12 7:00-8:30 PM RICA (Español)
Sat. 1/13 6:30-8:00 AM Men’s Group
Tues. 1/9 7:00-8:30 PM RCIA (English)
Saturday Vigil / Vigilia del Sábado
4:00 PM
Sunday / Domingo
8:00 AM
10:00 AM
12:00 PM Español
Monday-Saturday / Lunes-Sábado
8:00 AM
Holy Days / Días Santos Vigil / Vigilia 5:30 PM
8:00 AM
12:10 PM
7:00 PM Bilingual / Bilingüe
Eucharistic Adoration / Adoración Eucarística
First Friday /Primer Viernes
12:00 PM-7:00 PM
Reconciliation / Sacramento de la Reconciliación
Saturday / Sábado, 3:00-3:45 PM
15 minutes prior to all Masses, and/or by appointment.
15 minutos antes de cada Misa; y/o con cita previa.
ST. ANN MISSION STATEMENT: The parishioners of St. Ann Church are called by God, through the Holy Spirit and our Savior, Jesus Christ, to praise, love, and worship
God through the celebration of the Sacraments and espe-cially the Eucharist. Under the patronage of our beloved St. Ann, Mother of Mary and Grandmother of Jesus, we hope with deep humility to be a loving, caring, giving, and forgi-
ving community in the service of all whom we touch in our daily lives. Guided by the teaching of Our Lord found in the Good News and in the traditions of the Church, we stri-ve to be a Beacon of Faith, Hope, and Love, and a Harbor of
Peace.
The Epiphany of the Lord
La Epifanía
del Señor
Saint Ann Church
MASS SCHEDULE / HORARIO DE MISAS
ST. ANN PARISH BRIDGEPORT
Sunday Reflection Reflexión del Domingo Between the years 1558 and 1829, there was a pe-
riod of severe Catholic persecution in England. Praying the
Rosary could send one to jail. Attending Mass could mean
being shot or hanged. If one was caught doing anything in
public to demonstrate one’s the Catholic faith, he or she
would most likely be punished.
But Catholic families so loved their faith that they
found ways to hold fast to their beliefs and to pass that
faith on to future generations. One of among many ways
they did that inconspicuously was to write “catechism
songs” that communicated the Catholic faith in coded lyr-
ics and words.
One of those songs that survives today is a song we
all know: “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” In the song,
the “True Love” – who is God – gives 12 gifts. And they
seem like strange gifts until their true significance is re-
vealed. What do those 12 gifts really mean?
A partridge is the symbol of Christ, because a par-
tridge will go to great lengths and even endure death to
protect her defenseless nestlings.
Two turtle doves symbolize the Old and the New
Testaments.
Three French hens represent the Theological Vir-
tues of Faith, Hope and Love.
The four calling birds are the four Gospels written
by Sts. Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.
Five golden rings. There is a change in the melody
at this point during the focal point of the song. The five
rings represent the five wounds of Jesus Christ on the
Cross, Our Redeemer, who died for our sake.
Six geese a-laying represent the six days of crea-
tion.
Seven swans a-swimming are the seven gifts of
the Holy Spirit and the seven sacraments.
Eight maids a-milking are the eight Beatitudes.
Nine ladies dancing are the nine fruits of the Holy
Spirit.
Ten lords a-leaping represent the Ten Command-
ments.
Eleven pipers playing signify the eleven faithful
Apostles.
And twelve drummers drumming are the twelve
tenets of the Apostles’ Creed.
As we celebrate the twelve days of Christmas,
which from the Nativity of the Lord to the Epiphany, which
we celebrate this Sunday, may we be thankful for our Faith
and never take it for granted.
Be assured of my prayers for you and your families
for a blessed, holy and healthy new year.
In Christ —
Monsignor Tom Powers Parochial Administrator of St. Ann Parish
Entre los años 1558 y 1829 hubo una gran persecu-
ción Católica en Inglaterra. Rezar el Rosario puede enviar-
lo a uno a la cárcel. Asistir a la Misa puede constarle la
vida. Si eres sorprendido en público practicando la fe Cató-
lica uno puede ser castigado. Pero las familias Católicas
que aman su fe y quieren mantenerla por muchas genera-
ciones. Esa manera era escribiendo “canciones de catecis-
mo” para comunicar la fe católica con letras y palabras.
Hay una canción que todos sabemos y recordamos:
“Los doce días Navidad”. En la canción, “El verdadero
Amor” – quién es Dios – da 12 regalos. Y parecían regalos
extraños hasta que se conoció el verdadero significado.
Qué significa 12 regalos?
Una Perdiz es símbolo de Cristo, porque una per-
diz no tienes fuerza y puede ser indefenso.
Un par de tórtolas simboliza el Antiguo y Nuevo
Testamento.
Tres gallina francesa representa la Virtudes Teo-
logicas, Fe, Esperanza, y Caridad.
Los Cuatro Pajaros son los 4 evangelios: San Ma-
teo, San Marcos, San Lucas y San Juan.
Los Cinco añillos de oro. Representan las cinco
llagas de Cristo en la Cruz. Nuestro Redentor que murió
por nosotros.
Los seis gansos representan los seis días de la
creación.
Los siete cisnes nadando son los siete dones del
Espiritu Santo y los siete sacrametos.
Las ocho criadas mamantando las ocho Biena-
venturanzas.
Las nueve mujeres bailando los nueve frutos del
Espiritu Santo.
Los diez señores saltando representa los diez
mandamientos.
Los once gaiteros tocando los once Apostoles
fieles.
Y doce baterías tamborileando son los doce prin-
cipios del Credo de los Apóstoles.
Mientras celebramos los doce dias de Navidad, que
es desde el Nacimiento del Señor hasta la Epifanía, que
celebramos este domingo, seamos agradecidos por nuestra
fe.
Les aseguro mis oraciones por ustedes y familiares
y un año nuevo de muchas bendiciones.
En Cristo —
Msgr. Tom Powers Administrador Parroquial de la Iglesia Santa Ana
THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD ~ JANUARY 7, 2018 ~ LA EPIFANÍA DEL SEÑOR
EVENTS & MINISTRIES AT ST. ANN’S
Ministry to the Sick or Homebound Please call the parish office if you or someone you know is ill or homebound and desires to receive the Eucharist or a visit from a priest or one of our Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist.
MUSIC ~ Jen Haddon
Adult Choir Rehearsals in the church Sundays, 9:40-10:00 AM
Know a young man discerning priesthood? Encourage him, pray for him, offer him your support! Con-sider introducing him to Fr. John Connaughton, Director of Vocations, vocations@diobpt,org, 203-322-5331, and visit www.bridgeportvocations.org.
The Diocesan Leadership Institute
Offering online learning, face to face workshops, independ-ent study, resources and a virtual library to learn more about the Catholic faith and how to share it. Visit www.formationreimagined.org.
For Your Marriage It’s a new year – a chance to start over. What’s one change you’d like to make for the better? Tell your spouse. He/she can keep you honest and accountable. (www.ForYourMarriage.org)
Pro-Life and Religious Liberty
Religious freedom is a precious right. It is also a necessary right – necessary for all people and all societies if they are to flourish. Scholars have shown that when reli-gious freedom for all is protected in law and valued in cul-ture, it brings with it political stability, equality for women, economic growth, and social harmony. Let us pray religious freedom is safeguarded for all people.
Join the St. Ann’s Men’s Group! Meets in the rectory basement Mondays from 7:30-
9:00 PM and every Saturday from 6:30-8:00 AM. All men of our parish are invited to join for fellow-ship and prayer.
St. Ann Sunshine Club
Sending greeting cards to St. Ann parishioners who are homebound or in a nursing home. If you know of someone who would enjoy receiv-
ing cards for holidays, birthdays, and special occasions, call the parish office with their name, address and birthdate.
Remembering Your Loved Ones If you would like to remember your loved ones with a Mass intention, through the Memorial Fund, by dedicating the Sanctuary Candle, or on our Wall of Remembrance, please contact the parish office.
AROUND THE DIOCESE
www.dobcalendar.bridgeportdiocese.org
“Speaking to Sparrows” Film Screening
Wed., Jan. 10 or Thurs., Jan. 18, 7:00-9:00 PM, St. Cathe-rine of Siena Parish Hall, Trumbull. An evening of discus-sion following this documentary about women finding courage to confront the uncomfortable. The film brings to light issues facing women and creates space for difficult conversations that are a light in the darkness and can bring healing. Regardless of age, women struggle with the same issues and will benefit from this free event whether they are 16 or 60. For more information about the film, vis-it www.speakingtosparrows.com.
“Sonoma at St. Ann’s” March 10, 2018. A wine tasting and silent auction to benefit St. Ann Academy. Join us for an evening of food, wine, music and fun! More details to follow.
Peace on Earth: Creches of the World
On display through February 19 at the Knights of Columbus
museum, 1 State St., New Haven. Free admission.
Read the Catechism in a Year! Join the largest group in history to ever study the Catechism of
the Catholic Church together! Receive one email a day (Mon-
Fri) and cover the entire CCC in a year. Go to
www.flocknote.com to sign up.
ST. ANN PARISH BRIDGEPORT
MINISTERIOS HISPANOS CHILDREN/YOUTH
Te han pedido ser Padrino o Madrina? Si deseas ser padrino o madrina de Bautismo o Confirma-ción debes cumplir con los siguientes requisitos: Estar regis-trado en la parroquia; ir a Misa todos los domingos en St. Ann; ayudar cada uno según su capacidad de contribuir a las necesidades materiales de la Iglesia; ser mayores de 16 años; tener todos los Sacramentos de iniciación, y si eres casado debe ser bajo las leyes de la Iglesia Católica. Marca una cita con un sacerdote de la parroquia con anticipación de 3 me-ses antes de la fecha del Bautizo/Confirmación.
FORMACIÓN DE FE Reiniciar de clases Martes, 9 de enero para nuestra clase de confirmación.
Reunión para Padres Cerrado sábado, 16 de enero a las 7:00 pm St. Biblioteca de la Academia Ann o domingo, 17 de mayo a 21:00 en el só-tano de la rectoría. Se requiere para todas las familias que desean que sus hijos reciban la primera comunión en 2018.
Have you been asked to be a Godparent? Those requesting a Sponsor Certificate for Baptism or Con-firmation must be active registered parishioners, attending Mass every Sunday, and assisting with the material needs of the Church, according to his/her abilities; must be over 16 years of age, have received all Sacraments of initiation, and, if married, be married according to the laws of the Catholic Church; must meet with a priest of the parish at least 3 months before the date the certificate is needed. (Catechism
of the Catholic Church 2042; Code of Canon Law 874).
Jovenes Lectores Invitamos a los jovenes mayores de 18 años que puedan leer en español a ser parte de nuestro Ministerio de Lectura en la misa del Domingo a las 12. Interesados contactar a Cesar Vertiz (203) 275-7239
Children’s Missals Located on the tables behind the pews, in both English and Spanish, children’s missals are available to borrow during Mass to help your child participate and follow along.
Misalitos para niños Ubicadas en las mesas detrás de los bancos, tanto en inglés como en español, los misales de los niños están disponibles para tomar prestado durante la misa para ayudar a su hijo a participar mejor en la Santa Misa.
¿Quieres Mejorar Tu Ingles? El Instituto de Ingles a la Sacred Heart University tiene clases durante el dia, por la noche, y en linea. Para mas informacion, contactar la oficina, 203-365-7528.
FAITH FORMATION ~ Diane Scott Office hours Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 11:00 AM-3:00 PM, or by appointment.
Classes Resume Tuesday, January 9 for our Confirmation Class.
First Communion Parent Meeting Tuesday, January 16 at 7:00 PM, St. Ann Academy library OR Wednesday, January 17 at 9:00 AM in the rectory base-ment. Required for all families who wish their child to re-ceive First Communion in 2018.
Libro de Intensiones de Misa 2018 Ya te puedes acercar a la Oficina Parroquial y pedir misa para el 2018. Recuerda a tus familiares, amigos y allegados, pidamos por sus intenciones de salud y todas sus necesites. Donacion sugerida $10.00
Epiphany comes from a Greek word meaning "showing forth, appearance, manifestation, revelation." The Feast of the Epiphany proclaims the Good News that Jesus revealed God to all humanity. At Christmas, the Church celebrates the birth of Jesus, when God entered fully into the human experience. The Feast of the Epiphany takes the Christmas proclamation a step further, when the divine revelation in Jesus was revealed to the whole world as the magi came from the east. Jesus, the Gift of Love, came for all.
MASS INTENTIONS
THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD ~ JANUARY 7, 2018 ~ LA EPIFANÍA DEL SEÑOR
MEMORIALS To memorialize a loved one, contact the parish office.
Seven-Day Vigil Candle
This candle burns for Ralph Deer by The Deer Family.
Memorial Fund Mass is said monthly for all members. Contributions have
been made for A Special Intention.
Wall of Remembrance
Located in the vestibule Infant of Prague Alcove. Candles
may be lit in remembrance of loved ones for either one year,
three months, or one month.
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St. Ann Parish Prayer Line
Jane Petreycik (203-368-4870). Calls with your intentions
and prayer requests are preferred between 5:00 & 6:00 PM.
Online Giving
Register on our website by clicking the Online Giving logo.
The system is secure & private; registration is quick & easy.
OFFERTORY
Weekly Offertory (12/24/17) 3,656.00
Last Year 4,832.00
Fuel (12/24/17) 760.00
Christmas (12/25/17) 7,292.00
Last Year 9,892.00
Weekly Offertory (12/31/17) 3,734.00
Last Year 4,832.00
G.I.F.T. Capital Campaign Paid, 11/26/17 $ 222,171.46
G.I.F.T. Capital Campaign Pledged $ 329,197.90 Percentage of $400,000 Goal 82.30%
Our heartfelt thanks to those who have remembered Saint Ann Church in their will with a bequest.
“Catch Up” Offertory If you have missed Mass here at St. Ann due to your Christ-
mas travel, we have missed your offertory! If possible,
please “catch up” with your tax deductible contributions.
And, consider signing up for Online Giving. Visit the parish
website to register; it is secure and private. Thank you!
G.I.F.T. Capital Campaign “Growing In FaithTogether” We have reached just over 80% of our goal.
Thank you for your generosity! We have
completed work on the heating system and
the bell tower, and additionally fixed and
sealed leaks along the façade and the slate
roof at the front of the church. Contribu-
tions are always welcome. For those of you
making continuing pledge contribution
payments, please do so in a timely manner
and clearly mark them “G.I.F.T. Cam-
paign.” Received
Pledged
SAT. JAN 6 VIGIL, THE EPIPHANY OF THE
LORD
4:00 PM Ralph Deer by the Deer Family
SUN. JAN 7 THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD
8:00 AM Agnes Roach by B. & B. Lee
10:00 AM Anne Hieronymus by S. & A. Skidd
12:00 PM Members of the Memorial Fund and Wall
of Remembrance
MON. JAN 8 BAPTISM OF THE LORD
8:00 AM All Newly Baptized
TUE. JAN 9 WEEKDAY
8:00 AM Mark D’Arcy by J. & M. Casey
WED. JAN 10 WEEKDAY
8:00 AM Darlene Raytar by P. Deer
THU. JAN 11 WEEKDAY
8:00 AM Those Suffering From Addiction
FRI. JAN 12 WEEKDAY
8:00 AM Edward Roach by J. Demshak
SAT. JAN 13 SAINT HILARY
8:00 AM Fr. Ralph Seraphim Rohlman by Fr. Lynch
SAT. JAN 13 VIGIL, SECOND SUNDAY IN
ORDINARY TIME
4:00 PM Increase in Vocations to the Priesthood
SUN. JAN 14 SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY
TIME
8:00 AM James Smith by J. & M. CAsey
10:00 AM Andre VanDaele by the O’Connor Family
12:00 PM Vocation to Married Life by C. & S. Santa
Second Collection next week is for Building and Grounds Maintenance.
Please be as generous as your means allow. The Parish of St. Ann receives no outside financial support.
We rely entirely on your generosity to meet our many ex-penses. Every contribution furthers our parish’s mission of
faith, worship and service. Thank you for your support.
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