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St. Vincent de Paul Parish Pampa Tx Diocese of Amarillo Bishop Patrick J. Zurek Pastor Rev. Francisco Pérez 810 W. 23rd Pampa Texas 79065 Phone: 665-8933 Fax: 806-665-2840 Email: [email protected] Website: WWW.STVINCENTPAMPA.COM Amount needed each week for expenses 5500.00 Regular Collection 5600.77 Children’s Collection46.87 December 25th PEC Give and giſts will be given to you; a good measure, packed together, shaken down, and overflowing, will be poured into your lap. For the measure with which you measure will in return be measured out to you.” Luke 6:38 Good Sams needs: Any kind of canned goods, shampoo ,sheets, towels, toothpaste, tennis shoes for: Men, Women & Children (Any size), brown papers bags & plasc bags!!! Volunteers January Collections Mary Mother of God January 1st Latin America January 8th Pastoral Education Center January 22nd December 24th Sat. 5:30 p.m. +Robert & +Lenny Diaz Midnight Mass Special Intention December 25th Sun 9:30 a.m. Curtis Rogers, spiritual needs of Lorna Winget & family 12:00 p.m. Parish Family Monday December 26th No Mass December 27th No Mass Tues. 7:00 p.m. December 28th Wed 5:30 p.m. No Mass December 29th Thurs 7:00 a.m. No Mass December 30th Fri. 8:30 a.m. No Mass December 31st Sat. 5:30 p.m. +Ron Graves January 1st Sun 9:30 a.m. Parish family 12:00 p.m. +Carlos Regalado Mass Intenons for the Week December 24th & 25th, 2016 Scripture Insights The rich images and the poetic phrases of today’s Isaiah reading form one of the most celebrated pas- sages in Handel’s Messiah. Isaiah proclaims that the state of the people has been overturned by “a great light.” Oppression and gloom have been overcome; the power and graciousness of God brings rejoicing. And the most amazing feat of all is that it is a child who brings this about; his Kingdom will be forever. The psalmist calls on the Israelites to rejoice, for our saving God has come! All the nations, all of crea- tion—the earth and the seas are to join in the rejoic- ing. Singing this psalm fills us with joy as we, too, celebrate the coming of the Lord of salvation. In his letter to Titus, Paul affirms that the grace of God has already been bestowed on believers. They can live as those whose hope of salvation is already assured by the Lord. In this expectation they (and we) enter another time of waiting-for the coming of the Lord in glory in the future. Until then they are to live devoutly and justly. Luke’s account of the birth of Jesus is one of rhe most familiar texts of the new Testament. The de- tails are so familiar. This humble scene has inspired centuries of art, from great masterpieces to the school pageant. Luke situates the birth of Jesus in the course of history and I the midst of the everyday public life of secular rulers and humble shepherds alike. But this is no ordinary birth event. The child is “of the house and family of David.” He is the ful- fillment of God’s promise that has stirred the hearts of God’s people for generations. The humble sur- roundings point to the nature of Jesus’ mission, and the future of humankind is forever changed in this night. What names for the Messiah is today’s readings ap- peal to you? What might prevent a person from entering into the full joy of the Nativity? If you can, listen to Handel’s Messiah; what does it convey to you about this holy time? December 25th, 2016 The Nativity of the Lord
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St. Vincent de Paul Parish Pampa Tx
Diocese of Amarillo Bishop Patrick J. Zurek
Pastor Rev. Francisco Pérez
810 W. 23rd Pampa Texas 79065 Phone: 665-8933
Fax: 806-665-2840 Email: [email protected]
Website: WWW.STVINCENTPAMPA.COM
Amount needed each week for expenses 5500.00
Regular Collection 5600.77 Children’s Collection46.87
December 25th PEC
Give and gifts will be given to you; a good measure, packed together, shaken down, and overflowing, will be poured into your
lap. For the measure with which you measure will in return be measured out to you.”
Luke 6:38 Good Sams needs: Any kind of canned goods, shampoo ,sheets, towels, toothpaste, tennis shoes for: Men, Women & Children
(Any size), brown papers bags & plastic bags!!! Volunteers
January Collections Mary Mother of God January 1st
Latin America January 8th Pastoral Education Center January 22nd
December 24th Sat. 5:30 p.m. +Robert & +Lenny Diaz Midnight Mass Special Intention December 25th Sun 9:30 a.m. Curtis Rogers, spiritual needs of Lorna Winget & family 12:00 p.m. Parish Family Monday December 26th No Mass December 27th No Mass Tues. 7:00 p.m. December 28th Wed 5:30 p.m. No Mass December 29th Thurs 7:00 a.m. No Mass December 30th Fri. 8:30 a.m. No Mass December 31st Sat. 5:30 p.m. +Ron Graves January 1st Sun 9:30 a.m. Parish family 12:00 p.m. +Carlos Regalado
Mass Intentions for the Week
December 24th & 25th, 2016
Scripture Insights The rich images and the poetic phrases of today’s Isaiah reading form one of the most celebrated pas-sages in Handel’s Messiah. Isaiah proclaims that the state of the people has been overturned by “a great light.” Oppression and gloom have been overcome; the power and graciousness of God brings rejoicing. And the most amazing feat of all is that it is a child who brings this about; his Kingdom will be forever. The psalmist calls on the Israelites to rejoice, for our saving God has come! All the nations, all of crea-tion—the earth and the seas are to join in the rejoic-ing. Singing this psalm fills us with joy as we, too, celebrate the coming of the Lord of salvation. In his letter to Titus, Paul affirms that the grace of God has already been bestowed on believers. They can live as those whose hope of salvation is already assured by the Lord. In this expectation they (and we) enter another time of waiting-for the coming of the Lord in glory in the future. Until then they are to live devoutly and justly. Luke’s account of the birth of Jesus is one of rhe most familiar texts of the new Testament. The de-tails are so familiar. This humble scene has inspired centuries of art, from great masterpieces to the school pageant. Luke situates the birth of Jesus in the course of history and I the midst of the everyday public life of secular rulers and humble shepherds alike. But this is no ordinary birth event. The child is “of the house and family of David.” He is the ful-fillment of God’s promise that has stirred the hearts of God’s people for generations. The humble sur-roundings point to the nature of Jesus’ mission, and the future of humankind is forever changed in this night. What names for the Messiah is today’s readings ap-peal to you? What might prevent a person from entering into the full joy of the Nativity? If you can, listen to Handel’s Messiah; what does it convey to you about this holy time?
December 25th, 2016 The Nativity of the Lord
PLEASE PRAY FOR….those who are sick or suffering in any way, we es-
pecially remember at this time:
Lilliana Renteria, Mary Hartley, Guadalupe Resendiz, Rosa Resendiz, Lisa Torres,
Tina Anguiano, Clyde Trusty, Danielle Fontenot, Hugh McLeland, Jean Ladd, Sha-
r o n Strickland, Leonila Payan, Higinia Sanchez, Ramon Arana, Elieso
Garcia, Krista Hughes, Jesse Chavez, Maria L. Luis Martinez, Jus- tin Sealman, Robyn Schmid, Marilyn Thomas, Jackie Dunn,
Maddy Ortega, Korina Garcia, Martin Moreno Jr. Philipa Mar-tinez, Sandy Clark, Israel Martinez, Laura Walker, Ann Hamil-
ton, Mary Ann Ebenkamp, Marsha Varner, Olivia Hernandez, Tatum Schulte, Pat Wyatt, Leopoldo Anaya, Mikaela Miranda
For all those that are incarcerated , lonely, sick or dying… . We pray to the Lord
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Christmas Day December 25th 9:30 a.m.
Mass & 12:00 noon Mass
10:30 a.m. Adult Bible Study-conf room
10:40 a.m. No Faith Formation—PEC
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Monday December 26th NO MASS
Parish Office Closed
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Tuesday December 27th No Mass
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Wednesday December 28th, No Mass
12-3 p.m. Women of the Cloth
5:30—8:00 p No Youth Night–PEC
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Thursday December 29th, No Mass
2:00 p.m. Bulletin folders—conference rm
6:00 p.m Santacruz prayer group
7:00 p.m. Ulteya—cafeteria
7:30 p.m. Solis choir practice—church
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Friday December 30th , No Mass 9a.m.—7:00p.m. NO Adoration 6:30 p.m. Servicio Coro Divina Miscricordia– cafeteria
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Saturday December 31st, 5:30 p.m. Mass
4:30 p.m. NO Confessions _________________________________________
Solemnity of Mary Most Holy Mother of God
Sunday January 1st 9:30 a.m. Mass & 12:00
p.m. Sp. Mass
10:30 a.m. Adult Bible Study—conf room
10:40 a.m. NO Faith Formation—PEC
6:30 p.m. Rafael choir practice—church
December 24th & 25th 2016
Today is born our Savior, Christ the Lord.
WOMEN’S COUNCIL
Epiphany Party Several women have asked about our Wom-en's Council Christmas Tea that we usually have the first Sunday in December. This year we will not have a Tea, but we will have an Epiphany Par-ty on January 8th at 1:00PM at the home of Doretta Gerber. All women are invited and are asked to bring a finger food to share.
May the Holy Family bless you
Today and through the year,
And fill your home with happiness
Your heart with joy and Cheer
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from
Fr. Francisco and parish staff
No Daily Mass next week Fr. Francisco will be gone right after Christ-mas for a couple of weeks. Please pray for him.
December 24th & 25th, 2016
Good Samaritan Box: Did you know that we have a food box at every entrance of the
church? These boxes are to help Good Sam’s with giving out food to the poor. Bring your can goods, flour, sugar etc and place in the box. Lets help feed the hungry
in our community. If you would like to give a monetary donation, our Poor Box is located at the front entrance of
the church. Thank You for your help.
Faith Formation There will be NO FAITH FOR-MATION CLASSES December 25th and January 1st.
Elizabeth Ministry is a ministry that helps affirm, support, encourage, and assist women during pregnancy and the child bearing years. Our ministry is designed to involve mothers in networking to support one another through personal visits, pray-er, telephone calls and family support ser-vices. Please call: Maria Davila 662-7516 or Andrea Wyatt 669-9884.
Chosen youth group meets every
Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Pastoral Educa-
tion Center!!
Please join us!!
Christmas Flower Donations
Thank You so much for your donations toward the Christmas Flower Fund. We will have three frames on dis-
play on the North Wall with names of our loved ones living and deceased.
St. Vincent de Paul Annual Parish Fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017 Mark your calendars now for an evening of fun and fellowship! There will be silent and live auctions, a delicious meal, and dancing for everyone to enjoy. There are many things that we can do before hand as a parish family to prepare for the fundraiser! If you would, could you please consider the following between now and February 11th……
Watch the holiday sales and purchase an item or 2 for the silent auction Combine your talents and resources with others for a live auction item or items (be creative….Pinterest is a wonderful thing!!) Purchase coke products or water when you catch them on sale! Invite your friends and relatives to join us! Sell Tickets!! 1st Prize 5,000.00 2nd Prize 3,000.00 3rd Prize 2,000.00
Tickets are NOW AVAILABLE in the Parish Office! Call Michael or Pam Zemanek if you have questions, 664-3568 or 898-7145.
Save the Date – Diocesan Mass & Walk for Life,
January 28th 2017. For Life Love & Liberty! – “The
Lord has…sent me to bring glad tidings to the
lowly, to heal the brokenhearted, and to pro-
claim liberty to the captives.” – IS 61:1 www.amarillodiocese.org/life
2017 Calendars Our 2017 Calendars are at the entrances of the church, please take one. A BIG THANK YOU to Carmichael Whatley for your help in sponsoring our calen-dars. If you see Brad Pingle please say Thank You
God has truly blessed us in some many ways. As stewards, we are asked to give back, tithe, to the Lord in thanksgiving for all he has given us. We, your parish family, ask that you keep us in mind as you prepare your year-end charitable giving for 2016. Your accountant or financial advisor can provide you with more information specific to your needs. YOUR YEAR-END
GIVING Makes a Difference
Thanks to all of you who donated time, money, turkeys, and groceries to the Christmas baskets this year: Because of your thoughtfulness we were able to help 25 families with 26 adults and 55 children. May God bless you for your gener-osity and may you have a very blessed year. A very special Thanks to the drivers who braved
the cold snow to deliver.
A baby, is a baby, is a baby Every child is unique and beautiful in God’s eyes, whether they are born or unborn. Their value and worth is immeasurable, but their vulnerability is also great. You can help take a stand to de-fent theses unborn people by supporting the Pregnancy Support Center and Hope House Maternity Home of Pampa. They are preparing for Sanctity of Human Life Sunday This day of re-membrance will be held on January 15th, 2017. This marks the 44th anniversary of the Roe v Wade decision that legalized abor-tion on demand. They will have their annual fundraiser Baby Bottle Benefit. The slogan being “Your Change can Change a Life.” Please help our community with your change! Baby bottles
Preparación Para Bautismo en Español Las instrucciones para papas y padrinos serán el 7 de Enero a las 7:00 p.m. en la oficina de la parroquia. Los padrinos ya deben haber recibido los sacramentos de Confirmación y Primera Comunión, y si son casados deben serlo en el Sacramento de la Iglesia Católica. Este programa es obligatorio para quienes no
lo hayan tomado antes. Seria muy bueno tomarlo durante el embarazo. Para reservaciones llamar a la oficina 665-8933.
Los niños no son admitidos a la clase porque distraen la sesion, por
favor no los traiga.
Teléfonos celulares Pedimos que por favor apaguen o cambien la señal de sus teléfonos celulares durante la Misa para no interrumpir los ritos durante la misa.
Mes Enero
Ministros de Comunión-Misa de los Martes
Lectores - Misa de los Martes
3 y 10
No Misa
17 Socorro Granillo-Lupita Machado Benjamin Machado Sonia Solis
24 Tina Gonzalez—Javier Gonzalez Maria Brito Rosa Soto
31 Julia Soto-Cecilia Losoya Bertha Arreola Maria Davila
Que El Espiritu de
Navidad les Traiga
Paz, Esperanza y
Amor.
Que la paz y el dulce
amor de Cristo
Les acompañe durante
esta
Navidad y todo el
año.
