525 Jackson Street, Anoka, MN 55303 | 763.421.2471 | StStephenChurch.org B USCA , A MA , Y S IRVE A J ESUCRISTO S EEK , L OVE , AND S ERVE J ESUS C HRIST December 18, 2016 | Fourth Sunday of Advent IN THIS ISSUE: From the Desk of Father Jack, page 2 Let Us Walk in the Light of the Lord, page 3 Women’s Christmas Social This Tuesday, page 4 Youth Ministry Events This Week, page 4 School Advent/Christmas Program This Monday, page 5 Sunday Stewardship and Christmas Giving, page 7 Anuncios en español, paginas 8-10 Christmas and New Year Schedules December 23 - Adoration Chapel closes at 5:00 p.m. and re-opens at 8:30 a.m. December 27 December 24 - Christmas Eve Masses: 4:00, 5:30, and 10:00 p.m. (No Confessions) 7:00 p.m. in Spanish December 25 - Christmas Day Masses: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. in Spanish (No 6:00 p.m. Mass) December 26 - Parish Office Closed December 30 - Adoration Chapel closes at 5:00 p.m. and re-opens at 8:30 a.m. January 3 December 31 - Mary, Mother of God Vigil Masses: 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. in Spanish January 1 - Mary, Mother of God Masses: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. in Spanish (No 6:00 p.m. Mass) January 2 - Parish Office Closed
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525 Jackson Street, Anoka, MN 55303 | 763.421.2471 | StStephenChurch.org
BUSC A, AMA, Y S IR VE A JE SUCRISTO
SEEK, LOVE, A ND SE R VE JESUS CHRIST
December 18, 2016 | Fourth Sunday of Advent
IN THIS ISSUE:
From the Desk of Father Jack, page 2
Let Us Walk in the Light of the Lord, page 3
Women’s Christmas Social This Tuesday, page 4
Youth Ministry Events This Week, page 4
School Advent/Christmas Program This Monday, page 5
Sunday Stewardship and Christmas Giving, page 7
Anuncios en español, paginas 8-10
Christmas and
New Year Schedules
December 23 - Adoration Chapel
closes at 5:00 p.m. and re-opens at
8:30 a.m. December 27
December 24 - Christmas Eve Masses:
4:00, 5:30, and 10:00 p.m.
(No Confessions)
7:00 p.m. in Spanish
December 25 - Christmas Day Masses:
8:30 and 10:30 a.m.
12:30 p.m. in Spanish
(No 6:00 p.m. Mass)
December 26 - Parish O! ce Closed
December 30 - Adoration Chapel
closes at 5:00 p.m. and re-opens at
8:30 a.m. January 3
December 31 - Mary, Mother of God Vigil Masses:
5:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. in Spanish
January 1 - Mary, Mother of God Masses:
8:30 and 10:30 a.m.
12:30 p.m. in Spanish
(No 6:00 p.m. Mass)
January 2 - Parish O! ce Closed
Need Prayer?The Church of St. Stephen Inter-
cessory Prayer Group will pray
for any of your needs: health,
! nancial, marital, spiritual. All
requests are con! dential. If you
have a prayer request, please
call Dolores, 763-421-0612 or
Joan 763-270-5370.
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Pastor’s Page | Fr. Jack Long
The Church of St. Stephen is served by the clergy of the Archdiocese ofSt. Paul and Minneapolis
Priest Sta! Fr. Jack Long, Pastor Fr. Kevin Manthey, Parochial VicarFr. Joseph Kuharski, Parochial Vicar
DeaconsRev. Mr. Peter BednarczykRev. Mr. Charles WaughRev. Mr. Ramón Garcia
Interpreter for Deaf and Hard of Hearing at 8:30 a.m. Mass Christmas DayThe ASL interpreter will be present at the 8:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass.
There are also assistive listening devices for those who need them -
simply speak with an usher at the Mass you attend.
Let Us Walk in the Light of the LordBehold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall name him
Emmanuel, which means “God is with us.” (Mt. 1:23) Processing forward,
walking together in unity, during communion at Mass is an incredible
visible demonstration of God’s presence with human members of the
Church. The Sacred Constitution on the Liturgy states: …every liturgical
celebration, because it is an action of Christ the Priest and of his Body
which is the Church, is a sacred action surpassing all others; no other
action of the Church can equal its e! ectiveness by the same title and to
the same degree (#7). May the hearts of all who process together during
communion be open to the light of Emmanuel, God with us.
Advent Re! ection - “I Am” Helen Mallicoat
I was regretting the past and fearing the future.
Suddenly my Lord was speaking: “My name is ‘I Am.’”
He paused. I waited. He continued.
“When you live in the past with its mistakes and regrets, it is hard.
I am not there. My name is not ‘I Was.’”
When you live in the future, with its problems and fears, it is hard.
I am not there. My name is not ‘I Will Be.’
When you live in the moment it is not hard,
I am here. My name is ‘I Am.’”
DecemberYouth Ministry EventsMonday, December 19, 6-
8:00 p.m. - HS Open Youth Room.
A fun social event to just hang
out, play video games, board and
card games, ping-pong and en-
joy yummy snacks
Wednesday, December 21,
6-8:00 p.m. - The Refuge for grades
9-12. The
Refuge is
a peer-led
event. This
is a great
o p p o r t u -
nity for high schoolers to com-
bine faith and fun. The night will
consist of fun games and engag-
ing activities, praise and worship
or other forms of prayer, yummy
snacks, relatable talks and/or tes-
timonies and inviting small and/
or large group discussions.
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Faith Formation
www.ststephenchurch.org/faithformation
Religious Resources at Your Fingertips! Check out www.formed.org for access to various Catholic dvd se-ries for adults, children and teens. You must use our parish code: 8NGBP9. You will then need to sign in with your email and create your own password.
Titles include: Important Mes-sage for Dads, Just for Parents, Advent, From Nothing to Cosmos: God and Science and many more. There are also movies, audio cds and books for people of all ages. There are some resources in Spanish. You might have a little extra time these last two weeks before Christmas to deepen your spiritual life and enjoy these re-sources as a family. Here’s a great opportunity to make your new year a time to explore the faith
and how to live it.
Join St. Stephens Women’s Group - “Women ofWonder” - for a Christmas Social! Kari Henning
Evening Christmas Social: Tuesday, December 20, 6-9:00 p.m. at the
Knights of Columbus Hall in Anoka (2421 4th Ave).
We will celebrate Christmas together! All women of St. Stephen’s (and
friends) are welcome to join us for a fun and fabulous evening " lled
with Music, Games, Door Prizes, Great Conversations,
Appetizers, Desserts, and Beverages!!! It is POTLUCK, so
bring an appetizer or a dessert to share! Beverages will
be provided! If you have a game you think would be fun,
bring it.
In the spirit of Christmas, Women of Wonder will collect donations
for HOPE 4 YOUTH this month. Bring donations to our evening Christ-
mas Social! Items that are needed right now: non-perishable food,
jeans, hooded sweatshirts, socks, new men’s/women’s undergarments,
tennis shoes, or personal hygiene items.
As usual all women of St. Stephen’s Church and School are welcome to
join us whenever and as often as you like.
Upcoming Faith Formation Events –Training, Classes and Sacramental Preparation:Thank you to all of the catechists, assistants, and volunteers who have
made our " rst half of the year a success! Enjoy your Christmas break!
Elementary and Middle School Catechist Training will take place
Wednesday, January 4 at 6:15 p.m. in FCC 10.
After today’s (December 18) session, Sunday Morning Faith Formation
classes resume Sunday, January 8 at 10:30 a.m.
Elementary classes resume Tuesday, January 10 and Wednesday, Janu-
ary 11 at 6:15 p.m.
Middle School Faith Formation classes resume Sunday, January 8 at
7:15 p.m. and Wednesday, January 11 at 6:15 p.m.
High School Faith Formation resumes Sunday, January 8 at 4:15 and
7:15 p.m.
First Eucharist Parent Meeting: one parent should attend ONE of the fol-
lowing sessions – Tuesday, January 10 or Wednesday, January 11, 6:30-
7:15 p.m. in Church.
St. Stephen’s Youth MinistryFollow us on Social Media:
ssym_anoka @SSYMAnoka SSYM
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St. Stephen’s Catholic School
www.ststephenschool.org
St. Stephen’s School Students Perform the Musical Suessical, Jr. Heather Douglas, Music Teacher
The ! rst weekend in December, 41 students from grades 3-8 performed
Seussical, Jr. at Totino-Grace High School. They had been working on
their show since early September. Rehearsals were held in the FCC three
afternoons a week and the ! nal Technical Rehearsal Week was at Totino-
Grace. Through numerous hours of preparation, three audiences were
able to be entertained by these talented performers. Congratulations
on a job well done!
Advent/Christmas ProgramThis MondayAll are invited to the Advent
Program Monday, December
19, 12:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
in the church. Enjoy the sights
and sounds of this special,
sacred season.
Advent ServicesEach week during Advent, our school is taking part in prayer services.The
students in fourth grade room 201 and the students in ! rst grade room
109 planned and shared the readings for the Second Week of Advent.
The fourth graders are spreading cheer by writing letters and making
Christmas cards for our U. S. Troops.
St. Stephen’s Catholic School integrates faith with academics to prepare students to make solid Christian choices. It is an accredited, private school, comprised of pre-school, elementary, and middle school levels.
Faith: As a vital part of the parish community, we educate students in a Catholic atmosphere enriched by the Gospel messages of peace and justice. The spiritual development of students is the primary goal. The school recognizes that a person's faith is formed by living out that faith in community through prayer, worship, service and study; and grounded in our Catholic tradition.
Academics: In partnership with their family, each student is encouraged and directed to reach his or her potential. Our academic program emphasizes mas-tery of the basics, academic excellence, and a variety of extracurricular activities. The school prepares students to be fully equipped for their next level of academic achievement.
Community: The school seeks to provide a safe and trusting learning environment where each student is valued and chal-lenged to grow spiritually, academically, emotionally, socially, and physically.
prophetic words in a dream. They were words of anticipation, of what
was to come. And in a sense, they ushered in a kind of Advent for Jo-
seph. With this divine message, Joseph began a period of holy waiting.
He now knew that the Messiah was going to be coming into his own
home, and he had just nine months to prepare! We can only imagine
how Joseph might have spent these precious days. Most likely he did
more than prepare a physical home for his soon-to-be-born Son; he
must have also used these days to prepare his heart, mind, and soul for
such a tremendous mission.
Today, we stand in a position not all that di# erent from St. Joseph. We
also know that the Messiah will be arriving--not just in remembrance at
Christmastime, but in reality at the second coming. But unlike Joseph,
we don't have an ex-
act timeframe. We don't
know when Jesus will re-
turn. We just know that
we need to be ready!
During the season of Ad-
vent we are challenged
to recall this fact and
strive to get our hearts in
order. The days are short
now until Christmas, and
for all we know they might be short until Christ's return as well. What
remains to be done? Aside from wrapping presents and planning par-
ties, where do we yet need to tidy up our habits to properly celebrate
the real meaning of this festive season? How can we make sure that we
don't get swept away in the external preparations, forgetting the work
that needs to be done in the invisible silence of our souls?
God may not speak to all of us directly in our dreams, but he does speak
to us clearly through his word. May we recognize today the mission he
has laid before us.
Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat for Healing after AbortionIf you or someone you love is grieving the loss of a child or children to
abortion, come and experience the compassionate love of Jesus Christ
on our weekend retreat. Rachel’s Vineyard Twin Cities retreats are open
to anyone impacted by abortion - women, men, grandparents, siblings,
and health care professionals. The next retreat is February 24-26, 2017
in the Twin Cities area. For more information contact Nancy at rachels@
rvineyardmn.org, call 763-250-9313, or visit www.rvineyardmn.org.
"Let us be renewed by God's mercy, let us be loved by Jesus, let us en-
able the power of his love to transform our lives." - Pope Francis
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ADMINISTRATION
Calendar of EventsMonday, December 19
Church Cleaners: Church/Chapel/FCC 6, 8:30 a.m.Men’s Group: St. Paul Room, 5:30 p.m.Open Youth Room for Grades 9-12: The Refuge/Gym, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 20No Elem. Faith Formation: FCC, 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, December 21WHO Group: Archbishop Romero Room, 8:30 a.m.No Elem. and MS Faith Formation“The Refuge” for Grades 9-12: The Refuge, 6:00-8:00 p.m.Men’s Group: St. Paul Room, 6:30 p.m.Reconciliation: Chapel, 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 22Men’s Group: The Refuge, 6:45 a.m.Bible Study: Archbishop Romero Room, 7:00 p.m.
Friday, December 23
Saturday, December 24No ConfessionsChristmas Eve Masses: 4:00 (FCC and Church), 5:30 and 10:00 p.m.La Misa en Español: 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 25Christmas Masses: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. (No 6:00 p.m. Mass)La Misa en Español: 12:30 p.m.
Stewardship Re! ection“When Joseph awoke, he did as the angel of the Lord had commanded
him and took his wife into his home.” MATTHEW 1:24
Putting our
c o m p l e t e
trust in the
Lord without
e x p e c t i n g
anything in
return. Striv-
ing to put
God ! rst in
all things and
follow Him
wherever He may led us. As we prepare for the birth of our Lord, pray for
the strength and courage to be a model of discipleship, just as Joseph was.
www.ststephenchurch.org
The Gift of Generosity - Sunday Stewardship and Christmas GivingEach year, we rely on generous Christmas contributions to support
the ministries of our parish. Weekly Sunday o" erings are also vital; it
is through these ongoing gifts that we are able to fund sta# ng needs,
building operation and maintenance costs, and the many services and
ministries our parish provides.
As Christmas Day falls on a Sunday this year,
please consider o" ering your regular Sunday
o" ering and an additional Christmas o" ering
to the parish.
If you receive a contribution envelope packet, you will ! nd envelopes for
both a Christmas o" ering and a Sunday o" ering for Sunday, December
25. You may give at Mass or you may wish to contribute electronically.
Visit www.ststephenchurch.org and click on the “Online Giving” link lo-
cated along the top bar of the home page or contact the church o# ce
for more information. We understand that you may be traveling to visit
loved ones this Christmas and we want to make it easy for you to re-
member our parish during this joyful time.
As we approach the end of the calendar year, please be reminded that
if you would like your ! nancial contributions to be counted for chari-
table giving tax purposes for 2016, contributions must be received or
postmarked on or before December 31, 2016. Thank you very much for
your generosity in support of our parish. The Parish O# ce will be open
December 31, 2016 from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Thank you for your generous contributions at Christmas and through-
out the year!
Serving Our Families WithYoung ChildrenDuring the 10:30 a.m. Sunday
Miércoles, Jueves y Viernes:de 1:30 p.m. a 9:00 p.m.
Sábados: de 11:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.
Tel. 763-712-7482
Fax. 763-421-4230
Iglesia de San Esteban
O! cina Parroquial en Inglés:
Tel. 763-421-2471
PárrocoPadre Jack Long
Pastor AsociadoPadre Kevin Manthey
Tel. 763-712-7421
DiáconoRamón García
Tel. 763-712-7482
Preparación MatrimonialLlamar seis meses antes
de la fecha deseada
Información para la preparaciónSacramental:
Bautismos, Primera Comunión,Reconciliación, Con! rmaciónMatrimonios y celebraciones
para Quinceañera
Lecturas de La SemanaDomingo: Is 7, 10-14/Sal 24/Rom 1, 1-7/Mt 1, 18-24
Lunes: Jue 13, 2-7. 24-25/Sal 71/Lc 1, 5-25
Martes: Is 7, 10-14/Sal 24/Lc 1, 26-38
Miércoles: Cant 2, 8-14 o Sof 3, 14-18/Sal 33/Lc 1, 39-45
Jueves: 1 Sm 1, 24-28/1 Sm 2/Lc 1, 46-56
Viernes: Mal 3, 1-4. 23-24/Sal 25/Lc 1, 57-66
Sábado: Misa de la mañana: 2 Sm 7, 1-5. 8-12. 14. 16/Sal 89/Lc 1, 67-79
Proxímo Domingo: Vigilia: Is 62, 1-5/Sal 89/Hch 13, 16-17. 22-25/Mt 1, 1-25 o 1, 18-25
Misa de medianoche: Is 9, 1-6/Sal 96/Tit 2, 11-14/Lc 2, 1-14
Misa de la matutina: Is 62, 11-12/Sal 97/Tit 3, 4-7/Lc 2, 15-20
Misa del día: Is 52, 7-10/Sal 98/Heb 1, 1-6/Jn 1, 1-18 o 1, 1-5. 9-14
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Un Mensaje del Padre Jack¡Saludos a todos!
Solo nos restan siete días más para ir de compras antes de La Navidad. Es increíble que se midan los días antes de La Navidad por cuantos días hay de compras. En este cuarto domingo de Adviento, que estemos agradecidos que tenemos todavía siete días más para prepararnos por la venida del
Señor al mundo, a nuestras vidas dentro de la Iglesia, en nuestras vidas dentro de nuestra familia. Hay un canto que dice, "Lo que necesita este mundo es amor, dulce amor". Es un canto de los años 60 y 70, escrito por Hal David y Burt Bacharach. Es cierto que el mundo necesita amor, pero nosotros, el pueblo del Adviento, creemos que lo que necesita el mundo es Dios en nuestras vidas. Creemos que nuestro Dios se hizo uno de nosotros, para salvarnos y redimirnos de nuestros pecados.
Si escuchamos a los programas de noticias o si leemos el periódico, vemos una necesidad grande de la presencia de Dios. Lo que necesita el mundo ahora es mucho más que "amor, dulce amor"...necesita a Dios. Es Cristo en Dios. La Iglesia, fundada por Jesucristo, necesita una presen-cia continua de Dios. Agradecidos, celebramos la presencia de nuestro Dios cada día cuando La Iglesia se reúne diariamente para celebrar a Jesús en la misa. La Iglesia es la presencia constante de Dios, que nos permite conocer, amar y servirle a Él. Como familias, necesitamos la presencia de Dios para sobrevivir la vida. La familia es la ave-nida más grande para experimentar a Dios. Tomo en cuenta que la vida familiar no es perfecta, no nadie lo es, y por eso, tenemos que invitarle a Jesús a nuestros hogares y a nuestras familias, y tenemos que celebrarle a Él. Juan Bautista prepara-ba la venida de Jesús. Tenemos que levantar el manto de Juan Bautista y prepararnos, anunciando la presencia de Jesucristo en nuestro mundo, nuestra Iglesia y en nosotros mismos.
¡Feliz Adviento! Solamente hay siete días más para que llegue La Navi-dad.
Paz, Padre Jack
Se Necesita Más Adoradores al Santísimo Todos son bienvenidos para pasar tiempo ante el Sacratísimo Sacramento. Necesitamos más adoradores en el horario de los miércoles, de 1:00 a.m. a 2:00 a.m., y los domingos de 2:00 p.m. a 3:00 p.m. Se permite compartir una hora con otra persona comprometida con el mismo horario, para que cada quien tome dos horas santas al mes. Si te interesa ser adorador/a favor de contactar a Joyce a 612-860-3830 en inglés, o en es-pañol, al Diácono Ramón al 763-712-7482.
El Horario de La Navidad y El Año NuevoEl 23 de diciembre, a las
5:00 p.m. la Capilla de La
Adoración al Santísimo se
cierra y se abre de nuevo
a las 8:30 a.m. el 27 de
diciembre.
El 24 de diciembre, Las
Misas de La Noche Bue-
na: en inglés, a las 4:00,
5:30 y 10:00 p.m.; en espa-
ñol a las 7:00 p.m. No hay
confesiones aquel día.
El 25 de diciembre, Las
Misas de Navidad: en in-
glés, a las 8:30 a.m. y 10:30
a.m. y en español a las
12:30 p.m.
La o! cina parroquial
estará cerrada el 26 de
diciembre, y la Capilla de
La Adoración al Santísimo
se cierra a las 5:00 p.m. el
30 de diciembre, y se abre
de nuevo a las 8:30 a.m. el
3 de enero.
El 31 de diciembre, La Fi-
esta de María Madre de
Dios, la misa en inglés a
las 5:00 p.m. y la misa en
español a las 7:00 p.m.
El 1 de enero, las misas en
inglés: a las 8:30 y 10:30
a.m. y en español a las
12:30 p.m. No habrá misa
a las 6:00 p.m. en inglés.
El 2 de enero estará
cerrada la o! cina parro-
quial.
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El Sacramento de La ReconciliaciónEl sacramento de la Reconciliación es uno de los tesoros más grandes de
nuestra fe católica, porque es por medio de la confesión que experimenta-
mos la sanación y la misericordia de nuestro Señor, por todos nuestros
pecados. Es por esta razón que la Iglesia pide a todos los católicos que
nos confesemos por lo menos una vez al año, y nos invita a frecuentar el
sacramento aún más.
Las confesiones en español:
miércoles, 21 de diciembre, 7:00 p.m.
sabado, 7 de enero, 3:30 p.m.
miércoles, 11 de enero, 7:00 p.m.
sabado, 14 de enero, 3:30 p.m.
Caminemos en la Luz del SeñorY La Virgen concebirá y dará a luz a un hijo, y la llamarán Emmanuel, que
quiere decir “Dios con nosotros” (Mt. 1:23). Yendo adelante, caminando
juntos en la unidad durante la Comunión en la misa es una demostración
visible e increíble de la presencia de Dios con los miembros humanos de
la Iglesia. La Constitución Sagrada de La Liturgia nos enseña que cada
celebración litúrgica, por ser una acción de Cristo el Sacerdote y su Cu-
erpo que es la Iglesia, es una acción sagrada que sobrepasa a todas las
demás; ninguna otra acción de la Iglesia puede igualar su efecto por el
mismo título ni al mismo grado. Que los corazones de todos los que for-
man procesión durante la comunión sean abiertos a la luz de Emanuel,
Dios dentro de nosotros.
Una Re# exión del Adviento, “Yo Soy” Helen Mallicoat
Estaba yo arrepintiendo el pasado y tenía miedo del futuro. De repente
mi Señor hablaba, “Mi nombre es ‘Yo Soy’”. El pausó. Yo esperé. El con-
tinuó. “Cuando vives en el pasado, con los errores y los arrepentimientos,
es difícil. Yo no estoy ahí. Mi nombre no es ‘Yo era’”. Cuando vives en el
futuro, con sus problemas y miedos, es difícil. No estoy ahi. Mi nombre
no es ‘Yo Seré’”. Cuando vives en el momento, no es difícil. Yo estoy aquí.
Mi nombre es ‘Yo Soy’”.
La Escuela Católica de San EstebanDesde preschool hasta el octavo grado, La Escuela de San Esteban of-
rece una educación de alta calidad, llena de fe, para sus hijos. Hay becas
disponibles para nuestra comunidad. Vengan a formar parte de nuestra
familia de creyentes. Todos son bienvenidos.
Favor de llamar a 763-421-3236 para más información, en inglés, o con el
Diácono Ramon o el Padre Kevin, para informarse en español.
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Una Re! exíon DeLa Corresponsabilidad4º Domingo de Adviento
“Cuando José se despertó, hizo lo que el ángel del Señor le había mandado, y llevó a su mujer a su casa.” Mateo 1:24
Pongamos toda nuestra con& -anza en el Señor sin esperar nada a cambio. Tratemos de poner a Dios primero en todo y de seguir-lo a donde sea que nos guíe. Mientras nos preparamos para el nacimiento de nuestro Señor, oremos por fortaleza y valor para ser un modelo de discipulado, así como lo fue José.
Hoy estamos en una posición no tan distinta que el de San José. También sabemos que el Mesías va a llegar…no solo de acordarlo en La Navidad, pero también en la Segunda Venida. Pero, no como José, no tenemos un plazo de tiempo exacto. No sabemos cuándo Jesús va a regresar. ¡Solo sabemos que tenemos que estar listos!
Durante este tiempo del Adviento, somos retados a recordar este hecho y tenemos que trabajar para poner en orden a nuestros corazones. Los días son cortos entre ahora y la Navidad, y tal vez son cortas entre ahora y la Segunda Venida de Cristo. ¿Qué nos hace falta que hacer? Aparte de envolver los re-galos y planear & estas, ¿qué tenemos que hacer para limpiar nuestros hábitos para celebrar de la manera correcta el signi& cado verdadero de esta estación festiva? ¿Cómo podemos asegurarnos que no estamos siendo arrastrados por los preparativos externos, olvidando del trabajo que se tiene que hacer en el silencio invisible de nuestros almas?
Dios tal vez no nos está hablando directamente en nuestros sueños, pero nos habla claro por medio de su palabra. Que reconozcamos hoy la misión que Él nos ha puesto enfrente de nosotros.
La Viña de Rachel, Para Sanación de Un Aborto ProvocadoSi tú, o alguien que tu amas, está(s) de luto por haber perdido a un niño o a niños por el aborto provocado, ven a experimentar el amor y compasión de Jesucristo en nuestro retiro de un & n de semana. Los retiros de Rachel’s Vineyard Twin Cities están abier-tos a todos que han sido impacta-dos por el aborto provocado: las mujeres, los hombres, los abue-los, los hermanos y los que traba-jan en el área de la salud. El próx-imo retiro es el 24-26 de febrero, 2017, en el área de Minneapolis/St. Paul. Para más información, llamar a Nancy a 763-250-9313, o por correo electrónico a [email protected]. “Que seamos renovados por la misericordia de Dios, que seamos amados por Jesús, que permitamos que el poder de su amor transforme a nuestras vidas.” Papa Francisco.
El Don de La Generosidad: La Corresponsabilidad y La Navidad Cada año, dependemos de las contribuciones generosas navideñas para apoyar a los ministerios de nuestra parroquia. Las ofrendas de cada domingo son vitales, y es por medio de estos regalos que podemos tener fondos para el personal, para los edi& cios y el mantenimiento y los servicios y ministerios que nuestra parroquia provee.
Como el día de Navidad cae un domingo este año, favor de considerar la ofrenda de cada semana, junto con una ofrenda adicional para la Navidad, para nuestra parroquia.
Si recibes el paquete de los sobres de las ofrendas, vas a encontrar sobres para la ofrenda dominical y la ofrenda de La Navidad. Puedes darlo en la misa o también electrónicamente. Visita a www.ststephenchurch.org, haci-endo clic donde dice “Online Giving”, arribita de la pagina principal, o llama a la o& cina parroquial para mayor información. Entendemos que tal vez estés afuera, visitando a los seres queridos, y quisiéramos hacerlo más fácil para acordar de nuestra parroquia durante este tiempo alegre.
Como nos acercamos al & n de año, favor de acordar que si quisieras que tus contribuciones & nancieras sean incluidas para los impuestos del 2016, ten-emos que haber recibido sus donaciones antes del 31 de diciembre, 2016, en persona o por correo. Muchas gracias por el apoyo generoso de la parroquia. La o& cina parroquial estará abierta el 31 de diciembre de 12:00 p.m. a 5:00 p.m.
Gracias por las contribuciones generosas en Navidad, y a lo largo del año.
Save The Date! February 25, 2017
Karen Sorbo, Auctioneer Extraordinaire, Returns!
Back to delight us this year is
nationally known auctioneer
Karen Sorbo. Karen is excit-
ing and fast paced. Many of
your favorite Live Auction
Items return again this year so
raise your bid card to be part
of the action.
Make sure not to miss the semi-live Hurricane
Auction while you enjoy appetizers in FCC 10.
This quick moving bidding on premier auction
items sets the stage for the exciting Live Auction
after dinner.
BACK BY POPULAR
DEMAND! This year’s dinner will once
again be catered by the one and only Raffaele
Virgillo, owner of Buona Sera in Champlin. Come
and enjoy good food, good wine and support a
good cause!
BE ENTERTAINED… Enjoy the vocal melody that is
Kirk Bakken in his Frank Sinatra
and Friends Tribute. Take part in
the Heads and Tails game for
$500 Cash Prize, Best of the
Live Raffle, 150+ Silent Auction
Items, Semi-Live Auction, photo
booth, AND many other fun surprises throughout
the night! AN AUCTION TO REMEMBER
A sample of Live Auction Items this year...
Own a piece of Dan Gould Jewelry
Ultimate School Basket
4 Wild Tickets with Parking Pass
Monthly Bouquets from Toni’s Flowers
Hawaii Trip: 12 day/11 night stay at one of the following resorts: 1 bedroom unit at the Kaanapali Beach Club (Maui)
2 bedroom unit at The Point at Poipu (Kauai) Must be used in either 2017 or 2018. Airfare is not included.
YOU CAN STILL DONATE!
Additional Live or Silent Auction items still needed.
Parish and School Need Items: Help make the dream
come true whether or not attending Mardi Gras.
Stop by our table after Masses for more information.
Early Bird MARDI GRAS TICKETS $50 PER PERSON through January 8, 2017 $60 PER PERSON starting January 9, 2017
Purchase Early Bird tickets in the Parish Office or online at: www.ststephenchurch.org. Tickets will be available in the Gathering Space after weekend Masses starting January 14-15.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS...You don’t want to miss the 18th Annual St. Stephen’s Mardi Gras. So
many great things in one evening. The one and only Fr. Kevin will again be emceeing this evening,
but you have to be there to hear his comic stylings. Below are just a few of the other highlights of the
night. Don’t forget Early Brid Pricing… it won’t last long, so don’t delay!
Saturday, February 25, 2017
St. Stephen’s Catholic Church 525 Jackson Street Anoka, MN 55303
2017 DONATION FORM (Please type or use blue or black pen)
Committee Member
NAME:
PHONE:
Donor Information:
If multiple donors please list separately or use multiple forms.
BUSINESS/DONOR NAME – FOR CATALOG: (As it should appear in catalog)
DONOR CONTACT NAME:
DONOR ADDRESS:
PHONE
CITY: STATE: ZIP:
EMAIL (This is how we will send you your receipt. Please Print Clearly)
Item Information:
ITEM:
ESTIMATED DOLLAR VALUE:
ITEM DESCRIPTION – INCLUDE QUANTITY, SIZE, COLOR, NUMBER OF PERSONS, DAYS/NIGHTS AND ALL RESTRICTIONS:
MARK APPROPRIATE BOX:
___ Delivery of item by Donor ___Donor provides Certificate
___ Item needs to be picked up ___Committee to create Certificate
SIGNATURE
DATE:
For office use only:
TRACKING NUMBER:
NOTES: Category: Date Entered: Initials:
PLEASE RETURN YOUR DONATION FORM BY 2/6/2017 to be listed in the Auction Catalog and on our website. To request pick-up of your donation, please call 763-712-7470 and leave a message with pick up instructions,
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