T C S . B 51 Prospect Street, White Plains, New York 10606

www.stbernardswp.com February 7, 2016

R 914-949-2111

L D L C

914-428-4727

Rev. Robert J. Morris Pastor &

Director of Rel. Ed.

Weekend Associates: Rev. Ernie Lukaschek M.M. Rev. Michael McFarland, S.J. Rev. Msg. Peter O’Donell Rev. Hernan Paredes, S.J.

Verónica Meléndez

Rectory Office Manager

Jennifer Frías

Director The Little Disciple Learning Center

Brenda López Coordinator

of Religious Education

Parish Trustees: Elizardi Castro Millie Castro

S M / M

Saturday/Sábado

5:30 pm

Sunday/Domingo 9:00am, 10:30am,

12:00pm (Spanish/Español),

Confessions Saturday 4:00-5:00 pm

Fi h Sunday in Ordinary Time

Keep your family safe, O Lord, with unfailing care, that, relying solely on the hope of heavenly grace, they may be defended always by your protec on. Amen.

Proteger a tu familia, Señor, con el cuidado infalible, que, basán-dose únicamente en la esperan-za de la gracia celes al, puedan ser defendidos siempre por tu protección. Amén

Page 2

Fi h Sunday in Ordinary Time

PREACHING THE GOSPEL John, the only other evangelist to recount the story of the miraculous catch of fishes, places the story a er the resurrec-

on of Christ from the dead, not at the begin-ning of his ministry, as

Luke does here. Unlike Ma hew and Mark, who write that the disciples immediately follow Jesus at his sum-mons, Luke seems to know that his listeners will compre-hend the call to discipleship be er if it follows a miracu-lous sign. But whether it’s Luke describing the beginning of the disciples following Jesus in mission, or John’s de-pic on of the risen Christ preparing his followers for the mission facing them a er his return to the Father, the point is the same—and remains the same for us today. Paul expresses it best. It does not ma er who preaches the gospel, or where or when, but only that it is, through the grace of God in us, preached and believed. GOD IS CALLING When God calls you to preach that gospel, what will be your response? Do you feel you have what it takes to love and serve? God knows your gi s and your good-ness, even where the only things you may see are your faults. Despite these flaws, or perhaps even because of them, God wants you just as you are, just as God called Isaiah, Paul, and Peter. God assured and strengthened them in spite of their fears. Even as Paul said, “I am the least of the apostles, not fit to be called an apostle” (1 Corinthians 15:9). Even as the psalmist said, “When I called, you answered me; you built up strength within me” (Psalm 138:3). Remember, Peter finally said, “At your command I will lower the nets” (Luke 5:5). Today’s readings offer a clarion call to each of us to live the voca on to which God has called us. Through our bap sm, we have been invited to live out God’s vibrant love each day, making some hard choices as we go along. Today’s readings offer food for the journey as we try and try again to leave everything and follow Jesus. Today’s readings: Isaiah 6:1–2a, 3–8; Psalm 138:1–5, 7–8; 1 Corin-thians 15:1–11 [3–8, 11]; Luke 5:1–11 Copyright © World Library Publica ons. All rights reserved.

Quinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario

PREDICAR EL EVANGELIO San Juan, el otro único evangelista que nos cuenta la his-toria de la pesca milagrosa, coloca este incidente des-pués de la resurrección de Jesús, y no al principio de su ministerio, como lo hace san Lucas. San Mateo y san Marcos nos cuentan que los discípulos siguieron a Jesús tan pronto los llamó. Pero san Lucas parece darse cuenta de que sus lectores comprenderán mejor el llamado si éste le sigue a un signo milagroso. Pero, ya sea que Lucas describa el inicio de los discípulos siguiendo a Jesús en su misión, o sea que Juan nos pinte a Cristo resucitado pre-parando a los discípulos para la misión que les espera cuando él haya regresado a su Padre, la lección de la his-toria es la misma –y sigue siendo la misma para sus discí-pulos de hoy. San Pablo la expresa magníficamente: No importa quién sea que anuncie el mensaje del evangelio, ni dónde ni cuándo; lo que importa es que, por la gracia de Dios en nosotros, el evangelio ha sido predicado y las personas lo han creído. CUANDO DIOS LLAMA Cuando Dios te llame a predicar su evangelio, ¿cómo responderás? ¿Te parece que enes lo que hace falta para amar y servir? Dios conoce tus dones y tu bondad, aun cuando tú puedas ver sólo tus fallas. A pesar de esos defectos, o tal vez hasta por causa de ellos, Dios te llama tal como eres –igual que llamó a Isaías, a san Pablo o a san Pedro. Dios los afirmó y fortaleció a pesar de sus te-mores. El mismo san Pablo dijo, “Yo soy el úl mo de los apóstoles, y ni siquiera merezco ser llamado após-tol” (1Corin os 15:9). Y así dice el salmista: “El día en que clamé, tú me escuchaste –y le infundiste a mi alma más valor”. No olvidemos que al fin Pedro dijo: “Porque tú lo mandas, echaré las redes” (Lucas 5:5). Las lecturas de hoy son como un toque de clarín que nos llama a cada uno de nosotros a vivir la vocación a la que Dios nos ha llamado. Por el bau smo hemos sido invita-dos a vivir el amor increíble de Dios día a día, a hacer algunas decisiones muy di ciles en el transcurso del

empo. Las lecturas de hoy nos ofrecen alimento para el camino, mientras que tratamos una y otra vez de aban-donarlo todo para seguir a Jesús. Lecturas de hoy: Isaías 6:1–2a, 3–8; Salmo 138:1–5, 7–8; 1 Corin-

os 15:1–11 [3–8, 11]; Lucas 5:1–11 Copyright © World Library Publica ons. All rights reserved.

Page 3

Invest just five minutes a day, and your faith will deepen and grow—a day at a time.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2016 FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME All in the family

During Black History Month, parishes today celebrate National Day of Prayer for African-American and African Families. For more than a quarter-century, this day has been an opportunity to recognize and support the African-American community, which is part of a larger call, reflected in Luke’s gospel, for justice and unity in troubled times. When violence and hate rear up in ugliness, turn to your one family, to which each and every one of us belongs in Christ. You and your parish can strengthen and love all your members.

A Catholic sister and former slave, Saint Josephine Bakhita is for many a companion in the fight against human trafficking. Her feast day coincides with the U.S. Bishops’ Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Human Trafficking. In 2013 when this day was inaugurated, Bishop Eusebio Eli-zondo called upon the church to “lift our voices loudly in prayer, hope, and love for trafficking victims and survivors” and emphasized awareness and action on their behalf. Visit the U.S. Bishops’ website for information on how you can be part of the solution.

Pope Francis’ 2015 encyclical Laudato Si sends an urgent message that invites you to change your ways and take better care of the earth. The document is a strong testament to our Catholic belief that all creation comes forth from God’s goodness and is itself good. God gave us the gift of this home, where we live and breathe, and charged us to take good care of it. This Lent, do something each day to protect this precious gift.

Lent is an annual opportunity for deep soul-searching. What have I done, and what have I failed to do, to live up to my Baptism? Yet the repentance and conversion called for in this season is a communal decision, not a private one. Together we gather to accept our ashes. Publicly, we remind our fellow citizens that life is short and fragile every step of the way. In our practices of self-denial, greater attention to prayer, and generous almsgiving, we inspire each other with the courage to go the distance these 40 days.

It’s fitting that the day designated as the World Day of the Sick coincides with the liturgical calendar’s feast dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes. Lourdes had no claim to fame in 1858, but it was home to a young Berna-dette Soubirous. Life in Lourdes changed that year, however, when Mary, the mother of God, appeared repeatedly to Bernadette and, in time, the apparitions and healings gained the attention of the world. Today, 6 mil-lion pilgrims travel yearly to Lourdes seeking healing in the spring waters that it is said Our Lady revealed to Bernadette. In solidarity with the pil-grims, offer your day on behalf of those who have lost their health, their livelihood, or their hope.

Walk down the aisle of any supermarket these days and you’ll find that meat abstinence is no hardship in a world of infinite variety. But it was more difficult back in the second century when the church was already recording the practice of abstaining from meat on Fridays to observe the day of Christ’s crucifixion. By the 13th century, Aquinas argued that meat, milk, and eggs incite lust, and fasting bridles desire since all physical pleasures keep close company. The carnivore lifestyle may or may not be good for body and soul—but self-denial does express our willingness to meet Christ at the cross.

OK, so maybe Ash Wednesday came and went this past week while you were looking the other way. Here’s the good news (yes, we still celebrate good news during Lent!): As long as you have breath to breathe it is never too late for what the Greeks called metanoia—we call it repentance but the literal meaning is more like the command “About face!” It’s about turning your life around and heading in a better direction. We all have traveled a few highways and byways best left behind. If you’re on one now, stop in your tracks, turn around, and get your metanoia on!

Page 4

Catechist Forma on Class

The first course for Level One Catechist Cer fica on will be offered at our parish. If you are interested in a end-ing, please speak with Brenda López, in the Reli-gious Educa on office. Course: Religion Teaching Skills Fridays: February 19th, 26th and March 4th Time: 6:30-8:30 pm *Registra on is required

Upcoming Parish Mee ngs

♦ Divine Infant Jesus Mee ng, today, Sunday, February 7th at 1:30 pm in the Guadalupe Room.

♦ Divine Mercy Mee ng, Today, February 7th at 1:30 pm in the Main Church.

LENT BEGINS ASH WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10th

Ash Distribu on Schedule:

• 9:00 am Mass in Chapel Hall • 12:00 pm Bible Service in Chapel Hall • 4:00 pm Bible Service in the Main Church • 8:00 pm Bible Service in the Main Church

Sta ons of the Cross:

On Fridays during Lent, Sta ons of the Cross will be held in English at 7:00 pm and in Spanish at 8:00pm.

Distribu on of ashes - should only take place in a sacred place - a church or chapel - preferably during Mass. Lenten Fas ng and Abs nence– During the Season of Lent, the Church urges all the Faithful to reflect a spirit of penance in their daily life through performing acts of fast and abs nence.

“Fas ng” requires that only one full meal be taken per day. Two other smaller meals may be taken during the day to maintain physical strength, but these two meals together should not equal a full meal in quan ty. Fas ng obliges all those who have reached the age of 18 and con nues to oblige un l age 59. Those not specifically obligated to fast are encouraged to join in the discipline of fas ng to the extent that they are able.

“Abs nence” prohibits individuals from ea ng meat on a par cular day. Abs nence obliges all those who have reached the age of 14 and con nues to be obliged throughout their en re life. Those not specifically obligated to abstain from ea ng meat are encouraged to join in this discipline to the extent that they are able. Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fast and abs nence. Fridays in Lent are days of abs nence.

Religious Educa on Program Reminder:

There will be a Make-Up Session for students who have missed 3 or more classes/Masses: ·Make-Up Session for grades 6th- 8th, & RCIA Level 2 Date: Saturday February 13th 2016 Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Annual Liturgy and Breakfast for Catholic Men and Women Who Teach in Public School Celebra ng the Jubilee of Mercy

Each year the Cateche cal Office offers dedicated educa-tors an opportunity for spiritual refreshment and renew-al. Please spread the word to your public school teacher friends. Perhaps give them a treat and invite them as your guests. This liturgy and breakfast is a wonderful way to thank them for their service. Check all the details and registra on informa on here: www.nyfaithforma on.org

Date: Saturday, April 2, 2016 Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Loca on: The Riverview Cost: $30/person Celebrant and Guest Speaker: Rev. Brian E. McWeeney, Director, Office of Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs, Archdiocese of New York.

The St. Bernard’s Crea ve Cra Group

In our last mee ng, the St. Bernard Crea ve Cra Group made Christmas Trees They turned out beau ful! Thank you to everyone who par cipat-ed. We hope to see you at our next mee ng on Friday, February 12th from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm in the Cafeteria.

Page 5

Clase de Formación de Catequistas

El primer curso de Cer ficación de Catequista Nivel Uno, se ofrecerá en nuestra parroquia. Si usted está interesa-do en asis r, por favor hable con Brenda López, en la oficina de Educación Religiosa. Curso: Formación para la enseñanza de Religión Viernes: 19 y 26 de febrero, y el 4 de marzo Hora: 6:30-8:30 pm * Se requiere inscribirse

Próximas Reuniones Parroquiales

• Divino Niño, hoy domingo, 7 de febrero a la 1:30 pm en el Salón de Guadalupe.

• Divina Misericordia, hoy domingo, 7 de febrero a la 1:30 pm en la iglesia principal.

Comienza La Cuaresma Miércoles de Ceniza, 10 de Febrero

Horario de la distribución de ceniza: • 9:00 am Misa en el Chapel Hall • 12:00 pm Servicio de Biblia en el Chapel Hall • 4:00 pm Servicio de Biblia en la iglesia principal • 8:00 pm Servicio de Biblia en la iglesia principal Viacrucis: Todos los viernes durante la cuaresma, un viacrucis se celebrará en inglés a las 7:00pm y en español a las 8:00pm.

Imposición de la ceniza - sólo debe tener lugar en un lugar sagrado - una iglesia o capilla - preferiblemente durante la misa.

Ayuno y abs nencia cuaresmal- Durante el tiempo de Cuaresma, la Iglesia exhorta a todos los fieles a reflexio-nar con espíritu de penitencia en su vida diaria a través de la realización de actos de ayuno y abstinencia. “Ayuno” requiere que solo una comida completa sea tomada por día. Otras dos comidas pequeñas pueden ser tomadas durante el día para mantener la fuerza si-ca, pero estas dos comidas juntas no deberían igualar la can dad de una comida completa. El ayuno es obligato-rio a todos aquellos que han llegado a la edad de 18 años y con núa siendo obligatorio hasta la edad de 59. Aquellos que no están específicamente obligados a ayu-nar se les anima a par cipar en esta disciplina en la me-dida en que sean capaces.

“Abs nencia” prohíbe a individuos el comer carne en un día en par cular. La abs nencia es obligatoria a to-dos aquellos que han llegado a la edad de 14 años y con núa siendo obligada a lo largo de toda su vida. Aquellos que no están específicamente obligados a abs-tenerse de comer carne se les anima a par cipar en esta disciplina en la medida en que sean capaces. Miércoles de ceniza y Viernes Santo son días de ayuno y abs nencia. Los viernes durante la cuaresma son días de abs nencia.

Programa de Educación Religiosa Recordatorio:

Habrá una Sesión de Recuperación para estudiantes que enen 3 o más ausencias de clase/Misa:

·Sesión de recuperación para grados 6º - 8º, & RCIA Ni-vel 2: Día: sábado 13 de febrero, 2016 de 10 AM-1:00 PM

Grupo Crea vo de Manualidades de San Bernardo

En nuestra úl ma reunión, el Grupo Crea vo de Manua-lidades de San Bernardo hizo los árboles de navidad. Resultaron hermosos! Gracias a todos aquellos que par-

ciparon. Esperamos verles en nuestra próxima reunión el viernes 12 de febrero de 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm en la cafe-tería.

Liturgia Anual y desayuno para hombres y mujeres católicos que enseñan en la escuela pública celebrando el Jubileo de la Misericordia

Cada año, la Oficina de Catequesis ofrece a los educado-res dedicados una oportunidad para una renovación es-piritual. Por favor pase la voz a sus amigos maestros de las escuelas públicas. Tal vez como un regalo podría traerlos como invitados especiales. Esta liturgia y el desayuno es una manera maravillosa de darles las gra-cias por su servicio. Puede obtener todos los detalles y la información de registro aquí: www.nyfaithforma on.org Fecha: Sábado, 2 de abril, 2016 Hora: 9:00 am a 1:00 pm Localización: El Riverview Costo: $ 30 / persona Celebrante y orador invitado: Rev. Brian E. McWeeney, Director de la Oficina de Asuntos Ecuménicos e Interreli-giosos, Arquidiócesis de Nueva York.

Mass Intentions for the Week

Please remember in your prayers those who are ill and those who serve them. Recemos por todas las personas de nuestra parroquia quienes se encuentran enfermas.

Elma Caprio Anthony Cardon

Marck Canoli

Prayers for the Sick

Saturday, February 6, 2016 5:30 Sergio Ripari Sunday, February 7, 2016 9:00 For the people 10:30 Cornelius Barry 12:00 For the people Monday, February 8, 2016 9:00 Communion Service Tuesday, February 9, 2016 9:00 Communion Service Wednesday, February 10, 2016 9:00 Mia Madappa (Living) Thursday, February 11, 2016 9:00 Virginia Hagen (Living) Friday, February 12, 2016 9:00 Arthur Stagg Saturday, February 13, 2016 5:30 Ma lde Rodríguez Sunday, February 14, 2016 9:00 Mia & Meeva Madappa 10:30 For the people 12:00 Carmen Galarza

St. Bernard’s Capital Campaign Update

Total Amount Pledged: $643,442 Total Amount in Payments: $430,524 Average Pledge: $1,697.74

Last Sunday’s Collec on :

First Collec on 1/31/16: $6,394 Second Collec on 1/31/16: $2,018 First Collec on 1/24/16: $2,673 Second Collec on 1/24/16: $889

Today’s Second Collec on is for Peter’s Pence. The Peter’s Pence Collec on supports Pope Francis in his outreach to those suffering the effects of war and violence, natural disasters, and religious persecu on. Next week’s second collec on will be for Fuel. Thank you for your generous support of our parish.

La segunda Colecta de hoy es para los Centavos de Pedro. La Colecta de Pedro apoya al Papa Francisco en su alcance a los que sufren los efectos de la guerra y la violencia, los desastres naturales, y la persecución religiosa. La segunda colecta de la próxima semana será para el Combus ble. Gracias por sus generosas contribuciones a nuestra parroquia.

Bill Claroni Carlos Escobar

Theresa Praskach

Hymns in Spanish - Cán cos en Español Entrada #633 Himno de la alegría Ofertorio #657 Amar Comunión #586 Arriba los corazones Salida #613 Te damos gracias

Hymns in English 9:00 am Entrance - Hymnal #436 "Seek Ye First" Offertory - Missale e #133 "Immaculate Mary" Communion - Hymnal #550 “Glory & Praise to Our God” Closing - Hymnal #601 “Alleluia No.1” 5:30 pm / 10:30 am Entrance - Hymnal #641 "This day God Give Me” Offertory - Missale e #126 "In His Temple Now Behold Him Communion - Hymnal #327 “Gi of Finest Wheat Closing - Missale e #130 "Now Thank We All Our God”

Page 7

ANNOUNCEMENTS OF EL CENTRO HISPANO ANUNCIOS DEL CENTRO HISPANO

914-289-0500

COVER SHEET

Church name: St. Bernard Bulletin number: 911004 Date of publication: 2/7/2016 Number of pages transmitted: 8 Special instructions: Please call Veronica @ 914-949-2111