St. Leo Catholic Church

January 26, 2020 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

401 N 12th Street ~ Murray, KY 42071 www.stleoky.org

Phone 270.753.3876 Fax 270.759.2074 Hours Mon, Wed & Thur from 8:00am-4:00pm

Tues from 1:30pm-4:00pm & Fri from 8:00am-12:30pm Closed Daily for Lunch from 12:30-1:30pm

Parish Staff Fr. Brandon Williams Pastor brandon.williams@pastoral.org Fr. Eugene Batungbacal, C.S.s.R Director of Campus Ministry, Newman Center Sr. Esperanza Rivera-Gomez, Hispanic Ministry sresperanza@stleoky.org Cell 270.925.3942 Megan Bell Pastoral Associate Josh Stewart PSR Coordinator Deacon Victor Fromm & Deacon Joe Ohnemus Permanent Deacons

Mass Schedule (Check Bulletin/Website for changes)

Weekend Saturday—4:00pm & Spanish Mass 5:30pm Sunday—8:00am & 11:00am

Weekday Mon, Tues & Thurs-12:05pm; Wed-6:00pm; Fri-8:00am Reconciliation Wednesday at 5:15pm & Saturday at 3:15pm or by calling to schedule an appointment.

Sacrament of Baptism—The sacrament of baptism for infants is administered on the 3rd weekend of the month. Parents should contact the parish office to set up an appointment for a baptism preparation class at least 1 month prior to the baptism. Parents must be registered parishioners or have a letter from their home parish with permission for the baptism to take place at a different church. Godparents must be practicing Catholics at least 16 years of age who have received the sacrament of confirmation and have a letter of good standing from the pastor of their home parish if they are not registered parishioners of St. Leo. A baptized Christian who is not Catholic may serve as a Christian witness to the baptism but not as a godparent. Sacrament of Marriage—A couple wishing to marry must contact the priest at least six months before setting the wedding date. The couple will be required to attend a marriage preparation course which will include at least one formal program such as an Engaged Encounter weekend or the Sponsor Couple Program. Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick—The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is celebrated upon request. Please notify the pastor or call the parish office if you know of anyone who might need this sacrament. Please inform the pastor or someone in the parish office if you or any of your family is in the hospital. Sacrament of Reconciliation—The sacrament of Reconciliation is available each Wednesday from 5:15pm-5:45pm, Saturday 3:15pm-3:45pm or by calling the Parish Office for an appointment. Additional times are listed in the bulletin during Lent and Advent. Sacrament of Eucharist to the Homebound—Please notify the Parish Office if you or a family member is homebound and would like to receive the Eucharist. Parish Hall or Classroom Use—Use of the Parish Hall or classrooms for all meetings must be cleared through the Parish Office. All non-parish events such as showers, rehearsal dinners, wedding/anniversary receptions must be reserved 3 weeks before the event. The Diocese requires the purchase of an insurance policy covering the non-parish events.

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Parish Pastoral Council Chris Wooldridge—Chairman

Shawn Touney—Co-Chair Belinda Woods—Reporter

Andy Balzer Ray Campbell Chris Clark Marty Jacobs

Committee Representatives Sean Caldwell—Administration & Finance John Krieb—Building Committee Linda Ohnemus—Community Life Megan Bell—Faith Formation Fr. Brandon Williams—Liturgy Mike Basile—Social Justice

Prayer Request Patti Conklin Naomi Cunningham Hannah Gravitt Ron Ratliff James Strong Carolyn Haas Carrie Field John Resig Harold Jones Marie Dolchan Mike Lockett Mary Jane Murphy Tammie Riggins Linda Swift Kara Pecoraro John Mikulcik Kevin Munsey Mary Theresa Leach Eddie Shouse Jackie Dombro Jim Stroud Nancy Lewandowski Carl Woods Bonnie Plummer

For all Men and Women serving in the Armed Forces

Compendium of Catechism of The Catholic Faith

The Ten Commandments

443. What is the meaning of the words of our Lord, “Adore the Lord your God and worship Him alone” (Matthew 4:10)? These words mean to adore God as the Lord of everything that exists; to render to him the individual and community worship which is his due; to pray to him with sentiments of praise, of thanks, and of supplication; to offer him sacrifices, above all the spiritual sacrifice of one’s own life, united with the perfect sacrifice of Christ; and to keep the promises and vows made to him.

Saints & Special Observances

Sunday: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time; Sunday of the Word of God Monday: St. Angela Merici Tuesday: St. Thomas Aquinas Friday: St. John Bosco Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary; First Saturday

News & Events

Job Posting Saint Leo Office Manager

St. Leo Catholic Church in Murray, KY has a full-time job opportunity for an Office Manager, working under the supervision of the Pastor.

Position Summary: The Parish Office Manager must be a well-organized professional who is able to execute daily parish accounting functions and is the point person responsible for all aspects of parish administration. The Parish Office Manager works closely with the Pastor and the staff, as well as with parish volunteers.

Qualification and Duties: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business preferred or an Associate’s degree with equivalent accounting experience; A minimum of three to five years of prior professional experience; Active practicing Roman Catholic; Knowledge of budgeting principles, accounting principles, and financial reporting; Excellent organization, interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills; Strong computer skills; Ability to relate to a variety of persons who are part of the Parish and Parish staff. Successfully complete a criminal history and background check.

Contact details: Saint Leo Parish is an equal opportunity employer that provides a wide range of benefits. All interested applicants may submit a resume and cover letter to: Email: Diocese.hr@pastoral.org

Catholic Men’s Conference of Western Kentucky February 15, 2020

The Catholic Men’s Conference of Western Kentucky is hosting their 9th annual conference on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at the RiverPark Center in Owensboro. Men from all around the diocese are encouraged to attend. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for students. Guest speakers this year are Patrick Madrid, Bruce Sullivan and Brian Greenfield. Mass with Bishop Medley will follow the conference at St. Stephen Cathedral, 610 Locust Street, at 5 PM. Read the speakers’ biographies, find more information and purchase online tickets by visiting kycatholic.com.

Memorial Mass for Nellie Malys

There will be a memorial Mass for Nellie Malys on Saturday February 8, 2020 at 11:00 AM. All are invited to attend and pray together in memory of Nellie who was a beloved long-time member and volunteer at our parish.

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Today’s Readings First Reading — God has restored the land, and brought great joy to the people (Isaiah 8:23 — 9:3). Psalm — The Lord is my light and my salvation (Psalm 27). Second Reading — Paul exhorts the believers at Corinth: As there is one Christ, so too just there be no divisions among you (1 Corinthians 1:10-13, 17). Gospel — After calling his first disciples, Jesus goes throughout Galilee (Matthew 4:12-23 [12-17]). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass (c) 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

Readings For The Week Monday: 2 Sm 5:1-7, 10; Ps 89:20-22, 25-26; Mk 3:22-30 Tuesday: 2 Sm 6:12b-15, 17-19; Ps 24:7-10; Mk 3:31-35 Wednesday: 2 Sm 7:4-17; Ps 89:4-5, 27-30; Mk 4:1-20 Thursday: 2 Sm 7:18-19, 24-29; Ps 132:1-5, 11-14; Mk 4:21-25 Friday: 2 Sm 11:1-4a, 5-10a, 13-17; Ps 51:3-7, 10-11; Mk 4:26-34 Saturday: 2 Sm 12:1-7a, 10-17; Ps 51:12-17; Mk 4:35-41 Sunday: Mal 3:1-4; Ps 24:7-10; Heb 2:14-18; Lk 2:22-40 [22-32]

Lecturas De Hoy Primera lectura — El Señor glorificó el distrito de los gentiles (Isaías 8:23 — 9:3). Salmo — El Señor es mi luz y mi salvación (Salmo 27 [26]). Segunda lectura — Les ruego que se pongan de acuerdo, que no haya divisions entre ustedes (1 Corintios 1:10-13, 17). Evangelio — Jesús les decía: “Cambien su vida y su corazón” (Mateo 4:12-23 [12-17]). Salmo responsorial: Leccionario Hispanoamericano Dominical (c) 1970, Comisión Episcopal Española. Usado con permiso. Todos los derechos reservados.

LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: 2 Sm 5:1-7, 10; Sal 89 (88):20-22, 25-26; Mc 3:22-30 Martes: 2 Sm 6:12b-15, 17-19; Sal 24 (23):7-10; Mc 3:31-35 Miércoles: 2 Sm 7:4-17; Sal 89 (88):4-5, 27-30; Mc 4:1-20 Jueves: 2 Sm 7:18-19, 24-29; Sal 132 (131):1-5, 11-14; Mc 4:21-25 Viernes: 2 Sm 11:1-4a, 5-10a, 13-17; Sal 51 (50):3-7, 10-11; Mc 4:26-34 Sábado: 2 Sm 12:1-7a, 10-17; Sal 51 (50):12-17; Mc 4:35-41 Domingo: Mal 3:1-4; Sal 24 (23):7-10; Heb 2:14-18; Lc 2:22-40 [22-32]

SEEKING THE LIGHT

In today’s readings we find ourselves being drawn more deeply into relationship with Jesus. We are getting to know more about him as we see how he struggles with the news of his cousin John’s arrest. His first response is to withdraw, to leave Nazareth and go to Capernaum. There he is perhaps both consoled and challenged by the words of Isaiah that Matthew quotes: “the people who sit in darkness have seen a great light, / on those dwelling in a land overshadowed by death / light has arisen” (Matthew 4:16). Jesus contemplates his cousin’s death, perhaps his own death, and he seeks the light. Maybe it is these words of Isaiah that move Jesus out of his withdrawal and into action. He begins to preach, teach, cure disease and illness, and proclaim the gospel of the kingdom. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

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Readings for the Week

Our Mission St. Leo Parish, a culturally diverse Catholic community, empowered by the Holy Spirit, is committed to worshiping God and providing for the spiritual development of the parish and the larger community through liturgy, service, and evangelization.

Our Vision St. Leo Parish, fully alive in the Body of Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit, will Minister to all phases of life of our parish and community: Celebrate through our Sacraments Be recognized as a foundational part of the community Be stewards of our gifts from God Actively welcome all

SAINT ANGELA MERICI (c. 1474-1540)

January 27

Born in Northern Italy, orphaned in childhood, Angela Merici faced a society in which education was largely the privilege of wealthy young men and based primarily in monastic schools. This reality shaped Angela’s insightful conviction that society’s disorder was caused by disorder in the home, and a lack of model Christian mothers the result of neglecting the education of young women. Transform the Christian family by placing an educated wife and mother at its heart, Angela believed, and the whole world would be renewed in Christ! So she gathered a small group of unmarried women, many of them Franciscan Tertiaries (lay affiliates) like herself, and set out to educate poor girls, free of charge, in their homes. She and her band of teachers called themselves companions, pioneering a new form of non-cloistered religious life for women, bearing witness to evangelical simplicity in the midst of the world, not as a formal “order” but as the Company (compagnia) of Saint Ursula. Known today as the Ursulines, Angela Merici’s spiritual daughters continue serving the Church and society in a rich diversity of ministries.

—Peter Scagnelli, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

St. Leo — Weekly Information

Saturday February 1st at 4:00pm Server: Evan Bell Lector: Marilyn Wolf EMHC: Belinda Woods & Andrew Balzer Hospitality: Knights of Columbus

Sunday February 2nd at 8:00am Server: Andrea Morales-Cano Lector: Bill Whitaker EMHC: Joy Navan & Jennifer Caldwell Hospitality: Knights of Columbus

Sunday February 2nd at 11:00am Server: Collin Zellmer Lector: Jackie Kennedy EMHC: Chanel Schwenck, Mark Kennedy, Rochelle Squire, Cecilia Batungbacal, Junior Hopwood, Christine Anderson Hospitality: Knights of Columbus

If you are interested in being a Lector or EMHC please contact Megan at megan@stleoky.org or at the Parish Office at 270.753.3876. Thank you for sharing your time & talent with our Parish. M

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Monday January 27th 12:05pm Mass 12:35pm Rosary

Tuesday January 28th 12:05pm Liturgy of the Word with Communion 12:35pm Chaplet of St. Michael 6:00pm Zumba 6:30pm Bingo at Knights of Columbus

Wednesday January 29th 10:00am The Great Adventure Bible Timeline 5:00pm Adoration & Lectio Divina 5:15pm Confessions 6:00pm Mass 6:30pm St. Leo High School Youth Group 6:30pm That Man Is You

Thursday January 30th 10:00am The Great Adventure Bible Timeline 12:05pm Mass 12:35pm Chaplet of Divine Mercy 6:00pm Ponder in Your Heart Book Study

Friday January 31st 8:00am Mass

Saturday February 1st 11:00am First Saturday Rosary 11:00am You Did It to Me Book Study Conclusion 11:30am First Saturday Fellowship 3:15pm Confessions

Sunday February 2nd 9:15am PSR * Hispanic Ministry

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Weekly Budgets Amount $ 6,923.08 Average YTD Budgeted $ 200,769.23 YTD Collection $ 219,593.00

Total ABOVE Budget $ 18,823.77

Sunday—January 12, 2020

Regular Collections $ 5,211.35 Diocese—Retired Religious $ 00.00 Diocese—Good Works $ 00.00 At The Door Collection $ 333.96 Mass Intentions $ 20.00 Candle Collection $ 43.00 Capital Improvements $ 95.00 Children’s Collection $ 13.96

Thank you for sharing your time, talent & Treasure with our Parish.

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Monday January 27th 12:05pm Charles Heuser

Tuesday January 28th 12:05pm No Mass Intention

Wednesday January 29th 6:00pm Dorothy Bickett

Thursday January 30th

12:05pm Teresa Lockett

Friday January 31st

8:00am James Cantrell

Saturday February 1st 4:00pm Intentions of Darryl Rezac 5:30pm Parish Families & Intentions in the Book

Sunday February 2nd

8:00am Greg Biegler 11:00am April Neatherton Schornak

Mass intentions are a great way to remember deceased loved ones, anniversaries & birthdays. Place your list of names in the regular intention envelope, which are located in the Gathering Space or the north side entrance with your donation.

The Great Key to Wisdom: The Holy Trinity

Fr. Michael Gaitley, formation director of the Marian

Missionaries of Divine Mercy and ardent promoter of Marian

devotion, invites the faithful to delve into the great key to

wisdom, the Most Holy Trinity. Using his

popular book, “The One Thing Is Three”

with workbook and DVD presentations,

Fr. Gaitley shares fresh insights into the

relevance of the Trinity to our daily lives,

how the Trinity illuminates every aspect

of our faith and how knowing and loving

our Triune God allow us to live our faith

to the full.

In the words of Dr. Schott Hahn, author, speaker and Professor

of Theology and Scripture at Franciscan University of

Steubenville, “ Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC, has a holy passion, not

only to contemplate the truth and beauty of the Trinity, but to

communicate it, which he does here with practical wisdom and

spiritual insight. Readers will gain a new understanding and

appreciation of the mysteries of faith based on what the Church

teaches about the highest and holiest mystery of all: ‘The

communion of the Holy Trinity is the source and criterion of

truth in every relationship’ (CCC, n. 2845). Both inspirational and

illuminating, I highly recommend this book.”

Orientation to sign up for the book study and view a DVD

introduction will be Saturday, February 1st from 2:00 to 3:30 pm

in the St. Isidore Faith Formation room. Cost of book is $15.

That Man Is You! Is an interactive men’s program combining the

best research from science with the teachings of the Catholic faith

and the wisdom of the Saints to develop the vision of man fully

alive. By honestly addressing the pressures and temptations that

men face in our modern culture, That Man Is You! seeks to form

men who will be capable of transforming homes and society. To

register please contact Megan at megan@stleoky.org or at

270.753.3876. Session will be held on Wednesday evenings from

6:30pm—8:00pm.

The Knights of Columbus Wheelchair Program

The Knights have several Motorized Wheelchairs and Scooters

currently available. There is no charge for this service. Contact

Darryl Rezac at 270.436.2022 for more information.

Rosary Making Class With Cecilia

February 14, 2020 from 5:00-6:30 pm

St. Isidore Faith Formation Room

Please sign up in the church gathering space so

that materials, which are free of charge,

can be prepared in advance. See you there!

A Message From Need line—Urgent Request

Here it is a new year, and we are very much in need of hygiene

products. We are so low that we are not giving any out at the

moment, so as to not be unfair... We desperately need your help

with these items: Toilet Paper, Hand Soap, Shampoo, Conditioner,

Body wash, Tooth Paste, Men’s and Women's Razors, Men’s and

Women's Deodorant, Small Bottles of Dish Soap, Small Bottles of

Laundry Detergent ($1 store products will work just fine).

Once again thank you to our wonderful Calloway County residents

and volunteers for making Need Line a success in aiding our

community!!!!!

Discipleship in a Chaotic

World

Speaker: Sonja Corbitt The Bible Study Evangelista & Best

Selling Author

March 7, 2020 10:00 am—4:00 pm

Holy Cross Catholic Church, Paris, TN

Two sessions with Sonja - morning and afternoon

Personal Witness Sharing: Lynn Toombs

Pork and Chicken Lunch Buffet (Provided by Henry County's Own TOSH FARMS ) Local Musicians Confession available

4:00 PM Mass following conclusion of conference

$20 per person. Register Early - Limited Seating Available

Registration Deadline - February 24, 2020 For more information call: 731-642-4681 - ask for Kim

OR email: beasleyj2@yahoo.com

The Catholic Truth

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Hauntings…

WITNESSING TO THE POWER AND GLORY OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH’S VICTORY OVER THE KINGDOM OF EVIL…

Modern Culture’s obsession with all things

paranormal provides the Catholic Church with

a unique evangelistic opportunity. The

Catholic Church is the only true authority on

this subject, and it is time to share the power

and the glory of the Church’s victory over the

gates of hell. Dave will give a well-balanced,

highly evangelistic, and engaging presentation

and will answer all of your questions about

Angels, Demons, Ghosts, Hauntings and

Exorcism.

Dave VanVickle has spent years assisting

Priests with their ministries of exorcism

and deliverance. Thousands of Catholics

across the country have had the chance to

hear this powerful presentation. Do not

miss out!

St. Leo’s Catholic Church

Wednesday, February 5, 2020 6:00 to 8:00 PM

Register by visiting the event listings on our St. Leo Catholic Church

Facebook page and selecting “Going” for this event.

Reception to follow in Parish Hall

St. Leo Church is issuing Boarding Passes for the

3rd International Buffet

Pack your special dish (and bring the recipe) to share withall on board! Sampling will take place in the International

Parish Hall after the 11 a.m. Mass.

Sunday, February 9, 2020

3o Buffet InternacionalSt. Leo Church está emitiendo pases de embarque

para el

¡Prepare su plato especial (y trae la receta) para compartir contodos! La fiesta está en el Salón Internacional de la Parroquia

después de la misa de las 11 a.m.

Domingo, 9 de febrero de 2020

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