MASS TIMES Saturday 4:00 PM Vigil Sunday 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM 11:30 AM & 5:30 PM Weekdays Monday & Wednesday, 8:30 AM Friday 8:00 AM Tuesday & Wednesday 6:15 AM SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Monday & Wednesday 8:15 AM Tuesday & Wednesday 6:00 AM Saturdays 2:45 PM—3:30 PM All others times by appointment only. BAPTISMS Please call the parish office in the early months of pregnancy. WEDDINGS Contact parish priest at least six months prior to anticipated date of wedding. CARE OF THE SICK Notify the parish office of homebound and hospitalized. PRAYER REQUESTS Contact Mrs. Theresa Himel at 755.3709 or email at sjvprayerline@aol.com

PARISH OFFICE Phone 753.7950 Fax 753.7965 Website www.stjeanvianney.org E-Mail churchinfo@stjeanvianney.org Hours Monday thru Thursday 8:30 AM—6:00 PM Friday 8:30 AM—4:00 PM RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE Phone 751. 2926 Hours Monday thru Friday 9:00 AM—4:00 PM SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY OFFICE Phone 751. 0502 Hours Monday thru Friday 9:00 AM—4:00 PM SJV PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Phone 751.1831 Hours Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM—4:00 PM PRESCHOOL Phone 752.5356 Hours Monday thru Friday 9:15 AM—2:00 PM

16166 S. Harrell’s Ferry Road Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816

PARISH STAFF Pastor Rev. Tom Ranzino Deacon Rev. Mr. Brent Duplessis Deacon Rev. Mr. Dan Borne Director of Religious Education Mrs. Denise Louviere Religious Education Assistant Mrs. Betty Wright Director of Youth Ministry Mr. Craig Baker Receptionists/Secretaries Ms. Belinda Smith Mrs. Mickie Marchiafava Director of Social Responsibility Mrs. Lori Aucoin Facilities Manager Mr. Terry Blackwell Music Director Mrs. Karen Ullo SJV School Principal Ms. Wendy Gilmore Assistant Principal Mrs. Cherie Robinson Assistant Principal Ms. Theresa Cannon Director of Preschool Mrs. Amie Williams Asst. Dir. of Preschool Mrs. Dana Sunseri

LAGNIAPPE Third Sunday of Advent, December 16, 2012

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT Our mission as the Body of Christ in the parish of St. Jean Vianney is to model the love of Jesus by discerning and doing God’s will, consciously Sharing the Word and Eucharist at worship, educating in faith all ages, evangelizing our parishioners for Christ’s mission, and serving justly God’s people, our sisters and brothers within our parish boundaries, our larger Baton Rouge community, and into the world.

Advent-Christmas Season at St. Jean Vianney Church

Monday Night of Advent

Reconciliation December 17th 6:00-7:00pm

Christmas Eve Vigil The Nativity of Our Lord Masses December 24th

4:00 & 7:00pm

Christmas Day Choir Christmas Concert

December 24th 11:30pm

The Nativity of Our Lord Masses December 25th Midnight, 8:00 & 10:00am

Solemnity of Mary Mother of God Vigil

December 31st 4:00pm

Solemnity of Mary Mother of God New Year’s Day January 1, 2013

7:30 & 9:30am

Solemnity of the Epiphany Vigil January 5th 4:00pm

Solemnity of the Epiphany January 6th 7:30 & 9:30, 11:30am & 5:30pm

Called By Name National Vocations

Awareness Week January 13th thru 19th

Season of Ordinary Time Begins

January 14th

LIFE TOGETHER Dear Friends, How quickly it seems that the time is passing during this Advent season. The third week is upon us, known for its tinges of joy, with Monday the 17th as the hinge upon which the Advent season changes. We move from the anticipation of the Lord’s coming again at the end time, to the Christ who comes at Bethlehem. We move to anticipation for the birth of the Christ child, at Christmas. Notice that the prayers of Mass will reflect this change. We are blessed to be Christians who live within a liturgical year, making us travelers along the road of faith with millions of Christians across the world who long for the presence of God. There will be an offering of the Sacrament of Reconciliation this Monday from 6:00-7:00pm in Church. There will also be a final opportunity for the sacrament in the Deanery Light is On for You from 6:00-7:30pm on Wednesday December 19th, at Our Lady of Mercy, St. Aloysius, St. George. Again, there is an opportunity for end of year giving in the Parish. I would encourage you to consider such a gift to the Capital Campaign even if you have already made your pledge. There are tax benefits for you and the parish would deeply appreciate your generosity. If you have yet to make your pledge to the Capital Campaign, please do so by contacting our Campaign Secretary, Debbie Daigle, at the Parish Office. There will be lovely music at all the Christmas liturgies. I particularly invite you to the choral concert from 11:30pm-Midnight with organ, piano, brass, soloists and choir. This is a good time of the year to invite anyone you know who does not have a Church to come and worship with you at Christmas. God’s Spirit can work through your invitation. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Have a good week. Love,

ADORATION “NOT JUST ANOTHER MEETING”

All are invited on Tuesdays to continue their worship and love of God at adoration. It is a visit, not a meeting. A visit of ‘love to love’. Bring whatever is in your heart and soul and leave it at the feet of the Lord for HE will be at yours. “Adoration for the Blessed Sacrament is the best time you will spend on earth”. -Mother Theresa Join us every Tuesday evening at 7:00pm for Eucharistic Adoration. Taking special time with our Lord is a great way to grow closer to Him.

We extend our sympathy to the following parishioners who recently lost a loved one:

Sonya Zimmer on the death of her husband, John.

Irma Landry on the death of her husband Bobby.

SAVE THE DATE

Christ Renews His Parish Women’s Retreat

February 23-24, 2013

ST. JEAN VIANNEY TOTE BAGS

14" x 16" with sturdy handles and zipper closure for carrying loads of anything! Great for kids' carrying PE clothes, Moms groceries, Dads anything Mom says to carry! Show your pride in SJV! Bags are only $6 each or 2 for $10!

Look for them at the Parish Office for sale! All proceeds benefit the SJV Capital Campaign!

Whoever who has two cloaks should share with the person who has none. Whoever who has food should do likewise (Luke 3:10-18). Parish Stewardship Summary Fiscal Year to Date July 1, 2012 - December 9, 2012

Catholic Campaign for Human Development $1,794.00 All Saint’s Holy Day $1,656.50 Thanksgiving Day - $250.00 Parish Mission - $1,516.00 Hurricane Sandy Relief $3,158.58 Nicaragua Mission $3,687.00 Capital Campaign $57,657.00

Knights of Columbus Member: Catholic men’s fraternal organization, focused on service, charity, prayer. Meets 2nd Thursday of each month, 6:30pm.

TOTAL STEWARDSHIP BE GENEROUS, READY TO SHARE

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION ADVENT DATES/TIMES

Confessions will be offered Monday, December 17th from 6:00-7:00pm in Church. Finally, Deanery opportunities will be at St. George, St. Aloysius and Our Lady of Mercy on Wednesday, December 19th from 6:00-7:30pm.

Will meet December 24th at 3:00 PM for a bell choir rehearsal at the church. Children in 1st grade and up are invited to play. The Christmas concert is at 3:30 PM. (Children will sit with their parents during Mass.)

TRUMPET PLAYER NEEDED

We are looking to hire a trumpet player to play with the choir at Easter. Musicians from other parishes or other faiths are welcome. If you know someone,

please contact Karen Ullo, (225) 246.8349.

This weekend after all Masses, the SJV Knights of Columbus will be selling their annual Charity Calendar where you have 365 chances to win a cash prize from $20 to $2,000. This calendar makes a great Christmas

gift and stocking stuffer at only $20. It’s the gift that keeps on giving all year long. They will also be selling the “Keep Christ in Christmas” magnets for cars, refrigerators, file cabinets, etc. These are only $5 and reminds those who see it to remember that Christ is the reason for this Christmas seson. Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted. Thanks for the support of the KC’s and God’s special children.

BISHOP’S RESPECT LIFE RALLY The Bishop’s Respect Life Rally will take place on January 6, 2013, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Main Auditorium of the Bishop Tracy Center, 1800 S. Acadian Thruway, Baton Rouge. Come celebrate life with the Diocese! Dr. Theresa Notare, from the USCCB Secretariat for Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth, will be the keynote speaker. We will also have a Living Rosary for Life with the Knights of Columbus Honor Guard and a variety of information booths from local & regional organizations. Childcare will be available for children 7 years and younger during the keynote speech. Contact Danielle Van Haute at the Marriage and Family Life Office 225-242-0164 or dvanhaute@diobr.org for more information.

MASS TIMES ANYWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES

If you are traveling, there is a website to get the name of a church and mass times—www.masstimes.org

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: Gn 49:2, 8-10; Ps 72:1-4ab, 7-8, 17; Mt 1:1-17 Tuesday: Jer 23:5-8; Ps 72:1-2, 12-13, 18-19; Mt 1:18-25 Wednesday: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a; Ps 71:3-4a, 5-6ab, 16-17; Lk 1:5-25 Thursday: Is 7:10-14; Ps 24:1-6; Lk 1:26-38 Friday: Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a; Ps 33:2-3, 11-12, 20-21; Lk 1:39-45 Saturday: 1 Sm 1:24-28; 1 Sm 2:1, 4-8abcd; Lk 1:46-56 Sunday: Mi 5:1-4a; Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19; Heb 10:5-10; Lk 1:39-45

AUTOMATIC BANK DRAFT Automatic Bank Draft is available as an option for your weekly or monthly tithing and building fund contribution. Please call 753.7950, or come by the parish office for more information.

2013 – 25th & 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration

Sunday, February 24, 2013 at 3:00pm

Sacred Heart of Jesus Church

(2250 Main Street, Baton Rouge 70802) Bishop Robert W. Muench, Celebrant of the Mass, honoring couples on their 25th, 50th, and 65th or greater wedding anniversary. The families of the honored couples are also invited to attend the liturgy and the Reception afterward in the Sacred Heart School Gym. Couples should contact their parish office and let them know they wish to attend.

ST. JEAN VIANNEY HOME AND SCHOOL RAFFLE Looking for some extra cash for Christmas? Buy a Gator Green Raffle ticket….GRAND PRIZE

$5,000. Drawing will be held on December 20th on Grandparents Day. Contact SJV Elementary School for details. Cost per ticket…$5.00!

END OF YEAR GIVING OPPORTUNITIES AT ST JEAN VIANNEY

This is a special time of the year for the Church-with Advent and the Christmas season approaching. The Parish is excited about the success thus far of the ongoing Capital Campaign, “A Time to Pray, A Time to Give.” With 2012 coming to a close, you have the opportunity to give a gift to the parish on-or before December 31rst. There are tax benefits for you and for the parish. If you have already given a gift to the Campaign, and wish to give again, this is welcomed. If you have yet to give to the Campaign, this is a chance to be a part of this parish effort. Call Debbie Daigle at 753.7950 for any information about these opportunities.

An SJV tradition in memory of Claire Goudeau

Sunday, January 13, 2013

7:30-11:30am in Fr. Engels Hall

More information to come!!!!!

Monday, December 17 6:00pm Confessions Tuesday, December 18 Bulletin Articles due for Dec. 29th and 30th Bulletin Articles due for Jan. 5th and 6th 7:00pm Adoration 7:00pm CRHP Women Wednesday, December 19 7:00pm RCIA 7:00pm Choir Thursday, December 20 6:30pm Pack 490 Meeting

Friday, December 21 Preschool Closed School Closed Saturday, December 22 4th Sunday of Advent Sunday, December 23 4th Sunday of Advent Monday, December 24 Christmas Eve Parish Office Closed Preschool Closed School Closed

SJV CALENDAR

Monday, December 17 8:30am Mary Jerome Tuesday, December 18 6:15am Bobby Landry Wednesday, December 19 6:15am Molly Langlois 8:30am Charles Trascher, III Thursday, December 20 6:15am Communion Service Friday, December 21 8:00am Emile Jacquin Dale LaBauve Rose Attardo Kathy Attardo Ruth Smith Nathan Thibodeaux Rebecca Byrum

Saturday, December 22 4:00pm Elizone Ducote Eustice Ducote Ron Henzen Joann Tiffee Catherine Gutkowski Lyman Carlock Irene Suppa Sunday, December 23 7:30am For Parishioners of SJV 9:30am Claudine Polito 11:30am AJ Chiniche 5:30pm Weldon Dufrene, Sr.

MASS INTENTIONS

SANCTUARY LAMP (12/17–23/2012)

Jean Lassard

REMEMBER ST. JEAN VIANNEY PARISH IN YOUR WILL

If this parish has meaning to you and your family, then please consider remembering St. Jean Vianney Parish in your will. Call Fr. Tom for information. (753.7950)