From Fr. Jim …One cannot help but feel sorry for Job in our first reading. A prosperous and God-fearing man, Job, suddenly experienced the successive, catastrophic losses of wealth, family and health. The only explanation the author offers for God’s permitting the innocent Job to suffer these losses is that He had allowed Satan to test Job’s trusting commitment and fidelity in God, even under extreme pressure. Job eventually realizes that those who choose to give themselves to God will find that life has meaning. Only in the light of Christ's sufferings and cruel execution, can we see the value of suffering in this life. Job’s detailed account of the miseries of human existence contrasts with Jesus’ work of healing as described in the Gospel where Jesus heals Peter’s mother-in-law.

The Sustaining Hope for the Future campaign is winding down. We have pledges totaling $577,471 – 85.7% of our $673,500 goal. So far, 409 parishioners have returned their pledge cards.

Baby Bottle Fundraiser -Thank you so much for taking our Baby Bottles. The bottles are due back as soon as possible. We appreciate your generosity and prayers.

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 18. Please watch upcoming bulletins for information about our celebrations of Mass and Liturgies of the Word with the distribution of ashes on Ash Wednesday; our parish mission: Be Who You Are: Live + Jesus, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday evenings, February 22, 23 and 24 at 7:00 pm and other Lenten opportunities.

PARISH LENTEN MISSION 2015BE WHO YOU ARE: LIVE+JESUS!

FR. PAUL H. COLLOTON, OSFS, D.Min., Preacher

Join Father Paul and the IC/SJ parish family for our Lenten Mission. We will gather on: Sunday, February 22 at 7:00 pm for Solemn Evening Prayer with song and preaching to reflect on who we are as baptized members of the Body of Christ;Monday, February 23 at 7:00 pm for our Lenten Penance Service with preaching to reflect on our need to repent or reorient our lives to “Live+Jesus” every day; andTuesday, February 24 at 7:00 pm for Mass with extended preaching to reflect on our need to live each day as if it were our last (St. Francis de Sales), to live in the “now.”

“Lent is a preparation for the celebration of Easter. For the Lenten liturgy disposes both catechumens and the faithful to celebrate the paschal mystery: catechumens, through the several stages of Christian initiation; the faithful, through reminders of their own baptism and through penitential practices.” [General Norms for the Liturgical Year and the Calendar #27] Enter into the first full week of Lent, 2015, by coming together for our Lenten Mission. If you cannot join us in person, please support us in prayer.

Offertory February 1, 2015 Fiscal Budget

Immaculate Conception $ 8,796.73 $11,755.50St. Jude’s $ 1,940.90 $ 2,044.50Online $ 2,237.95 -

** $12,975.58 $13,800.002014-2015 Fiscal YTD (Offertory Surplus ) $13,217.30Building Maintenance Fund:

Collected $230,453.68

Expenses $222,584.49

Balance $ 7,869.19STEWARDSHIP: The Scripture passages today are linked by the subjects of suffering and healing, faith, preaching the Good News, and prayer. Job experiences tremendous suffering but keeps his faith in God. In St. Mark’s Gospel, through the disciples’ faith in Jesus, Simon-Peter’s mother-in-law is healed. Jesus teaches us, as His disciples, the importance of prayer and to know through faith that He is always present to strengthen and heal us from our afflictions.

Parish Community NewsWe extend our condolences and prayers to the families of those who have recently died:

Terry Lee WaskoBetty Cantymagli

Margaret SchauberMargaret Bubb

Jane FabriziPatricia Morrison

February 9, 2015 8:30 AM Charles H. Bradley, Jr.

February 10, 2015 – St. Scholastica, Virgin

8:30 AM Ruth BouldenFebruary 11, 2015

8:30 AM Paul LeClercFebruary 12, 2015

8:30 AM Ruth BouldenFebruary 13, 2015

8:30 AM Tony SniadowskiFebruary 14, 2015 – Saints Cyril, Monk and

Methodius, Bishop8:30 AM John and Ruth Schulz5:00 PM People of the Parish

February 15, 2015 – 6th Sunday of Ordinary Time

7:00 AM Connie Farrell8:30 AM Mary Razze 9:00 AM SJ Mary Sue Vaccarini10:15 AM Prayer of Thanksgiving12:00 PM Larry Smith

Liturgy

VocationsIn today's first reading, Job asks, "is not man's life on earth drudgery?” Well, life can be drudgery if we're trying to live a life different from the one God

created us for! What is God's plan for you? Has He chosen you to serve as a priest, deacon, religious sister or religious brother? What are you doing to learn His plan for your life? If you'd like to explore

further, please call or write Father David Kelley, Diocesan Director of Priestly and Religious Vocations (302-573-3113 or vocations@cdow.org). Be sure to visit our website: www.CalledByTheLord.com!

Adoration for Vocations is usually held the first Sunday of each month in the Immaculate Conception Chapel. The next Adoration for Vocations will be held Sunday, March 1st from 1:30–6 PM. Please take this opportunity to spend time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and to pray for priestly and religious vocations. Benediction begins at 5:30 PM.

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) RCIA is the process by which baptized Christians and those who are unbaptized become members of the Catholic Church. It is also the process by which baptized Catholics who never received the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation receive those sacraments. RCIA sessions are held Thursdays at 7pm in the Parish Center.

Readings for Next Week: SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

First Reading: Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46 - The Lord tells Moses and Aaron that anyone bearing the sore of leprosy must first be seen by Aaron or one of the other priests, and that as long as the sore is upon him, “He shall dwell apart, making his abode outside the camp.”Second Reading: I Corinthians 10:31—11:1 - Paul instructs the Corinthians to do everything for the glory of God, to avoid offending others, and to be imitators of Christ.Gospel: Mark 1:40-45 - Jesus takes pity on a leper and cures him of his disease with a warning not to say but to show himself to the priest and make an offering. Instead of remaining silent, the leper greatly publicized the healing, making it impossible for Jesus to enter the town openly.

It’s flu and cold season. Please be considerate of others during the upcoming flu, cold and virus season. Be cautious about shaking hands or drinking from the cup at Communion if you are under the weather. Please take care of yourself this winter!

ATTENTION LITURGICAL MINISTERSPROCLAIMERS, USHERS

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION

THANK YOU to all of the Liturgical Ministers who were able to join us for the morning of reflection and formation. Your energy, your prayer, and your suggestions affirm the high level of commitment to our liturgical life that has been my experience since coming to Immaculate Conception/St. Jude. If you were unable to join us, please watch for an announcement about how we can make sure that all liturgical ministers have the information needed to serve our parish family and be aware of some of the changes that we are making.The majority of our changes will not go into effect until the new schedule begins, March 8. However, you may notice the ushers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, proclaimer, servers, deacon and presider gathering together right before Mass begins to pray. We will gather this way each weekend before Mass. We pray that God will help us serve you well, that you may see the face of Jesus in us and that we will see the face of Jesus reflected in you.

FORMATION FOR ALTAR SERVERSAND INVITATION TO SERVE AT THE

ALTAR At a date that is still to be determined we will gather the Altar Servers of Immaculate Conception/St. Jude for a time of formation and renewal in your ministry and duties. This gathering will be geared toward you especially. As soon as we have a date set we will contact you. Please watch the bulletin and the parish website for further information. Thank you for your service. If any young woman or man has been thinking about becoming an altar server, please call the parish office and leave your name with Paula Amberg.

Palms needed.Please bring your blessed palms from previous years for us to burn to become the Ashes that we will use on Ash Wednesday. There will be containers for you to drop them off at the entrances to both Immaculate Conception and St. Jude churches this weekend.

Children’s Liturgy of the WordThe ages of the children for Children’s Liturgy are: Ages 5 & 6 and Ages 7 & 8 ONLY. Children who do

not fall into these categories are asked to remain in church. Catechists for next Sunday, February 15th

are: CLW 1 – Lynn O’BrienCLW 2 –Louis Najera

Christian Formation

Immaculate Conception School NewsThe students and staff continue to work hard through the winter. Our students are representing the school and parish well in different activities. The Knights of Columbus presented awards to some of our students for their artwork in the “Keep Christ in Christmas” poster contest. Receiving honorable mention were Carson Peace, Joey Paoli, Ava King, Delaney Burnham, and Brooks Riddle. ICS swept the 4th-6th grade age group with Evan Pickering in 3rd, Megan Artymowicz in 2nd, and Mia Poppitt in 3rd. In each of their age groups, Maddie Barlow and Bailey Pressler received 2nd place. In their second competition, our Declamation Team performed well. In the Spartan Speech Classic, 8th

grader Kristina Keithley earned 2nd place for her oral interpretation of “The Painting”. 6th grader Alyssa Jezyk won 1st place for her speech by Marina Nemat, an Iranian dissident who spoke before the UN Human Rights Conference about Iran’s crimes and atrocities against their own citizens. Our fantastic foursome took 1st place as a team! Congratulations to the team and their advisor, Mrs. Strengari.We are currently accepting registration for next year. If you would like to set up a tour, please contact the school office at 410-398-2636.DID YOU KNOW… we are creating an ICS Family Tree? All alumni and friends who complete a contact card will have their name placed on a leaf on our tree. Stop by the school to see how the tree grows!

Religious EducationReligious Education Classes:

For Gr. K-8 on Sunday, Feb. 8th at 8:30am; For Gr. 1-8 on Wed., Feb. 11th at 6:15pm.

PASS ON THE GOOD NEWSWe Are Still In Need of Volunteers who are willing

to nurture the faith of our young people. Grade 9 needs 1 Assistant on Monday.Contact re@iccparish.org to volunteer.

FIRST COMMUNION PROGRAMThe Parent Orientation Meeting for First Communion was held on Mon., Feb. 2nd. The only make up meeting will be held Today, Sunday, Feb. 8th at 10:30am in the 8th grade classroom of school.

*The next meeting for those who attended the Orientation Meeting will be a Parent/Child Meeting on Sunday, February 22nd at 4pm in Church.

Youth MinistryPlease visit the parish web site at www.iccparish.org. See the News, Faith Formation and Ministries pages for more detailed information on YM events and opportunities. To contact the YM office, call 410 392 3551 or email youthministry@iccparish.org. Weekly gatherings for high school students - All high school students are welcome to join us Sunday evenings 6-8 PM in the Parish Center Youth Room. We typically have students from 8-10 different high and a faith-based activity. No RSVP needed. Drop-ins welcome. Confirmation students are welcome to attend from 6-7:00 before class. Parents: Please donate some soda in cans or small water bottles for our teens on Sunday nights. Thanks!

Service Hours - If ever you are in need of service hours, or if you’ve just been blessed with a servant heart, please scroll through the pictures on the parish website home page at www.iccparish.org. Click on the one about “Service Opportunities” and see the contact person listed for each opportunity. Thank you!

Work Camp 2015 - High School students interested in a summer mission trip with our parish and Catholic Heart Work Camp should call 410-392-3551 or email youthministry@iccparish.org to sign up. Our 2015 camp will be July 12-18 in Pittsburgh. Visit www.heartworkcamp.com for all the details. It’ll be the BEST week of your summer!

Confirmation News - Confirmation will be March 21, 2015 at 1:30 PM. Registration for Confirmation in 2015 is closed. Our Confirmation Retreat will be Saturday, February 28, 2015.

Registration for Confirmation in 2016 begins in March. Students must be in a Catholic school or a parish religious education program in 8th & 9th

grade to be eligible for Confirmation in 9th grade. Older high school students may also be Confirmed. For more information please email youthministry@iccparish.org.

Adult EducationADULT EDUCATION COMMITTEE MEETING : Thursday, February 12th at 10am

Matthew: The King and His Kingdom

What was Christ’s mission, really, and what does He mean when He talks about the

“Kingdom of Heaven”?Sessions this week will be held on Monday, Feb. 9 th

at 6:30pm and Tuesday, Feb. 10th at 9:15am. The topic is Marriage-God’s Love. The topic for next week will be Stepping Down Into Greatness as we reflect on Mt. 20-21.

PARISH WEBSITE : Don’t Forget to… Continue to check our parish website for the Weekly Scripture Puzzles and resources for Children, Families, and Adults.

HAVE YOU USED THE VIBRANT FAITH LINK? This site offers faith-forming activities and prayers available for families for young people, and teens.

Social Concerns

OUTREACH –The Parish Outreach is grateful to all those who continue to support this essential ministry – both materially and in their prayers. We are in need of JELLY, BAKED BEANS, HAND SOAP, & SHAMPOO.

ROTATING SHELTER - The parish will be hosting the rotating shelter on the week beginning March 23, 2015. Many volunteers are needed for the week of the shelter. The shelter

committee is also in need of new members. For information please call Mary Ann Hopkins at 443-553-4604 or email mah106@verizon.net.

Community KitchenMany words of gratitude are extended to each of you for making our last meal on January 23 so delicious and nurturing.  Your food preparation, serving of the meal and thorough clean up made Team ICC/ST. JUDE an awesome provider.  Thanks to your monetary gifts, time and effort we were able to serve 138 meals including extra sandwiches.  All leftovers were brought to the Men's Shelter for use in the Hot Lunch Program. We wish you a prayerful Lenten Season, a Happy Easter and look forward to our next service date on April 24. Stay safe and healthy through the rest of winter.

Parish and Family Life

Parish Coffee: SPECIAL NOTE : There will be NO Parish Coffee this weekend at Immaculate

Conception. The Coffees will resume in March as regularly scheduled. Thank you!

Parish Events / Information

SAVE THE DATEImmaculate Conception Parish

Present 3rd AnnualViva San Giuseppe Dinner

Saturday, March 14, 2015, 6 PM

Immaculate Conception GymValentine’s Day has become a holiday filled with outward signs of our love for each other. We are called share the Good News with others, not only with what we do

but also by how we speak, think, and pray. Take the Scriptures and Bring It Home this week by sharing your faith freely and lovingly with one another.

“Marriage and Family Life Corner”Marriage Moments (by Susan Vogt, www.SusanVogt.net)

In the spirit of the Groundhog Day, develop your shadow side today. If you're shy, make an overture to someone in need. If you're not very affectionate, give your spouse an unexpected kiss or hug. If you're a work-a-holic, take some time off to play together.Parenting Pointers (by Susan Vogt, www.SusanVogt.net)February is Black History Month. No matter what our skin color, religion, or economic status we need to learn to get along with people who are different from us. As a family, learn about a race different from your own this month.

Where do you need me?? Parish Volunteers / Donations are needed for:

Altar Servers details on Page 2Outreach donations details on Page 4Rotating Shelter Volunteers details on Page 4Vacation Bible School Volunteers details on Page 4

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL PLANNING:

Come Be Part Of This Exciting Adventure…

Conquering Challenges with God’s Mighty Power.

Many volunteers are needed tomake this happen.

A meeting will be held on Tuesday,February 17 th at 6:45pm in the Parish Center .

Consider coming to see what the excitement is all about and how you can be involved.

SHOE DRIVE THANK YOUOur sincere thanks goes to all those who donated shoes to our shoe drive in January. We collected hundreds of pairs of new and used shoes that will be made available to those who need them. May God bless you for your generosity!

Thanks, Nick Ciffolelli and Hayden Marshall (YLT Representatives)

This Week’s Calendar Sunday, February 8

8:20 AM Confessions – SJ8:30 AM Religious Ed (k-8) – S/PC1:30 PM Baptisms - IC6:00 PM High School Gathering – PC7:00 PM Confirmation – PC

Monday, February 9 9:00 AM Novena – Ch5:45 PM Light Weigh – PC6:00 PM ICAA Basketball Practice – gym6:00 PM HSRE - PC6:30 PM Gospel of Matthew – PCL8:00 PM AA – caf

Tuesday, February 10 9:00 AM Holy Hour – Ch9:30 AM Gospel of Matthew – PCL6:00 PM HSRE - PC6:00 PM ICAA Basketball Practice – gym6:30 PM ICAA Board Mtg - PC7:00 PM Contemporary Ensemble – IC

7:00 PM BoyScout Patrol Ldr Mtg – PCWednesday, February 11

9:00 AM Rosary Crusade/St. Jude Novena – Ch1:00 PM Leisure Club - PC6:00 PM ICAA Basketball Practice – gym6:15 PM Religious Ed – (Gr 1-8) – S/PC7:00 PM Parish Council - PC

Thursday, February 129:00 AM Rosary Crusade – Ch10:00 AM Adult Ed Committee Mtg - PC11:00 AM Calvert Nursing Home Liturgy6:00 PM ICAA Basketball Practice – gym6:30 PM Cubscouts – caf6:45 PM Boyscouts – PC67:00 PM Choir Rehearsal – IC7:00 PM RCIA - PC

Friday, February 13 9:00 AM Rosary Crusade – Ch6:00 PM ICAA Basketball Practice – gym

Saturday, February 149:00 AM Rosary Crusade – Ch4:15 PM Confessions – IC7:00 PM NA – caf

ICAA SPRING SPORTS REGISTRATION TIME!Spring Registration Begins for Baseball (Gr 6-

8) AND Softball (Gr 6-8) on Monday, Jan. 20th and ends Friday, Feb. 27th OR until Teams are

Full! Registration Process:

1. All athletes must first go to the online ICAA registration site and register:  www.iccparish.org/aaregform.php

2. Once you complete the registration process, continue to pay your registration fee online.   If you are unable to pay your fee during the online registration process, please bring it to the first practice.  In addition, there will be a $50 uniform deposit fee due prior to receiving a uniform.  No uniforms will be distributed without the deposit fee.  Deposit fee will be returned when the uniform is returned at the end of the season.

3. Next, (Grades 3-8) must register through the CYM website.  To register go to this website: http://www.cdow.org/cymathletics.html. Print out the registration form and bring it to the first practice. 

Registration Fees:

Parishioner Rates in Gr 3-8: 1 Athlete = $120, 2 Athletes  = $190, 3+ Athletes = $260Non-Parishioner in Grades 3-8: 1 Athlete = $130, 2 Athletes= $200, 3 Athletes = $270If you have any questions, please email:  Jamie Moulthrop - President: jsmoulthrop@verizon.net Please visit ICAA websites frequently for information regarding practice times, upcoming ICAA events, and other sports registration information:  www.schoolnotes.com click on Athletic Association.

Parish Council Reminder: The February Parish Council meeting will be held THIS Wednesday, February 11 at 7 PM in the Parish Center. (The regular meeting date is Ash Wednesday). The reports have been sent electronically and the paper reports are in the sacristy for pickup. Thank you.

BAPTISM CLASS UPDATE: The next Baptism Class is scheduled for Monday evening, February 16th at 7 pm in the Parish Center. IT IS NOW NECESSARY TO REGISTER FOR THE CLASS. Please contact the parish office (410-398-1100 or office@iccparish.org). Thank you for your cooperation

Community Events / Information

Knights of ColumbusBishop Becker Council 2427

443-616-5370 www.kofc2427.org

Meetings:  2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month.Membership Information: call 443-616-5370

Listen to Catholic Forum every Sunday morning at 10:05 a.m. on 1150AM WDEL and www.wdel.com. Next Sunday, Feb. 15th, meet musician and composer, Tom Esposito and sample his music. For photos, information regarding upcoming guests and more, “Like” Catholic Forum on Facebook at www.facebook.com/catholicforum.Cecil County Pregnancy Center, 138 Cathedral St. Elkton is in need of diapers & wipes, good used baby clothes up to 4T, used strollers, bassinets, cribs, anything in good condition. Hours are Mon, Tues, Thurs, 11-4 or call office 410-398-7888. Thank you.

The Diocesan Vocations Guild is open to Catholics from within or with ties to the Diocese of Wilmington. Members pray for an increase in priestly and religious vocations, the success of priestly and religious ministry in the diocese and participate in a variety of programs to promote and affirm vocations to the priesthood and religious life.  For information, contact Mary Ann Peirson at 302-573-3113.