HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC CHURCH

Rev. Patrick Hirtz

JANUARY Month of the Holy Name

“Lord, ev’ry nation on earth will adore you.”

Psalm 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13

Mission Statement

Holy Angels is a Catholic community of faith joining past, present, and future members on a journey with Christ to the Father. Through worship, stewardship, evangelization, and works of charity, we strive to more perfectly image God, who is love.

Saturday Vigil: 5:00pm Sunday: 8:00am and 11:00am

Spanish Mass: Sunday at 1:00pm Daily Mass: M, W, F at 12 noon; Th at 9:00am

First Saturday ONLY is at 8:00am (Holydays & Holidays: See special announcement in bulletin)

CONFESSION - Saturday: 4:00-4:30pm; Sunday: between Masses or by appointment

January 3, 2021 — The Epiphany of Our Lord (B)

Holy Angels Catholic Church 535 Tucker Street

Dyersburg, TN 38024-3873 Parish Office Phone: (731) 287-8000 Parish Email: hachurch@cableone.net

www.holyangelscc.com

Pastor Rev. Patrick Hirtz Email: revhirtz@cableone.net

Finance Mary Alyce Fiechtl

Administrative Assistant Cathi Cychol Shea Email: ccshea@cableone.net

Music Director Sarah Jean

Nursery Therese Cohen

Maintenance Richard Spence

Parish Religious Education (PRE) Director (DRE): Jamie McGowan Email: PCLHolyAngels@cableone.net Parish Office Hours: M-F 9:00am - 4:00pm or by appointment

Youth Group Minister Deborah McCallen (cell: 731-297-6197) Assistant: Tanya Larraga Wednesday Evenings 6:00-8:00pm

Monday – Friday 9:00am – 4:00pm (Closed 12:30 – 1:30pm for lunch)

We welcome any visitors, including those who may not be of our Catholic faith. We pray that our celebration of the sacred liturgy today was a meaningful one for you. If you are a new member in the parish, complete a census form and return it to the church office. Census forms can be found in the foyer. To date we have 139 families and 353 parishioners.

The Epiphany of the Lord (B) Jan 2/3, 2021 JANUARY -- Month of the Holy Name

The Solemnity of the Epiphany uses the convention of light to celebrate the universal salvation made available through Christ. Isaiah’s splendid poetry and the Magi who followed a star provide apt and joyous images of the truth that was kept hidden in former times but now is boldly proclaimed by Paul: “Gentiles are coheirs…[and] copartners” in God’s promise of salvation in Christ. The manifestation of Christ is not for some, but for all. The solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord has several themes. First, we have the wise men being guided through darkness by the light of the star. Second, we have the star as a sign that leads the wise men to Jesus. Third, we have the manifestation of God to Gentiles, not just Jews pointing to the reality that Jesus came for all people. Fourth, we have the mystery that God does reveal his very self in human flesh. Young children relate better to the themes of signs and being a sign of Jesus to others. It is important to keep repeating those themes throughout the year. Epiphany is a grand event which deserves special attention. To most, an “epiphany” is a fabulous idea that comes right when we need it. Jesus comes each moment—each day of our lives. Continue to give Jesus the attention he deserves. Continue to celebrate Christmas by paying homage to the Christ-child, falling to your knees at the crèche and offering the gifts hidden quietly in your heart. Continue to celebrate the season’s full festivity for we still “need a little Christmas” long after the world has stopped celebrating. Be filled with the awe and wonder which captivated and possessed the three wise ones to give up all they had to search for Jesus and give him the greatest gifts, ones which honored his reign as King and prepared him for what was yet to come, death. Pray with this question: what are you called to give up in your lives daily to search for and then gift back to Christ? Offer your response to God in a way most fitting of your life. The oldest traces of this feast come from Alexandria, Egypt, where the feast of Jesus’ baptism was celebrated around January 6, as “the real moment of the Son of God’s birth into the world”. The Christmas season officially ends next Sunday with the feast of the Baptism of the Lord. Today we celebrate the arrival of the three kinds. If “We Three Kings” reminds you of camels crossing the desert, that’s exactly what the composer intended!

FIRST READING (Isaiah 60:1-6) In Isaiah’s splendid poetry, Israel heard a promise of the exiles’ return from Babylonian captivity and a prophesy that Gentiles would one day come to honor the city. Light and darkness are the images he uses to suggest the difference that will be manifest when God’s strong arm demonstrates divine power over the earth. To Christian ears, Isaiah’s words announce the coming of the light of Christ who dispels the “darkness” of sin and fills us with radiant light. Note: it is from this text, not Matthew’s account of the Gospel, that we derive the details of kings and camels that we generally associate with the magi.

RESPONSORIAL PSALM (Psalm 72:1-2, 7-8. 10-11, 12-13) The psalm extols the virtues of Israel’s ideal king and prophesies, as does today’s First Reading from Isaiah, the coming of foreign kings to bring gifts and pay homage to the Lord’s servant. The verses offer a blend of praise for and promise of a reign of justice and concern for the poor. God’s anointed does not simply enjoy the privileges of royalty, instead he extends himself on behalf of the people, ensuring them peace built on justice and genuine concern for the poor and afflicted.

SECOND READING (Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6) Unique among the band of Apostles, Paul gained knowledge of the mysteries of salvation by direct revelation from Christ himself without ever having known him in the flesh. The special charge entrusted to Paul was to evangelize the Gentiles and such was his success that his efforts could only have been fueled by divine grace. The revelation Paul asserts here was a disquieting one among the early Christians: Gentiles are made coheirs with the Jews. The mercy and generosity of God goes far beyond our own; Jews cannot claim exclusive right to Christ. In Christ, Jews and Gentiles are made members of one body and both are sharers in the promises of Christ.

GOSPEL (Matthew 2:1-12) The arrival of the “magi” and their inquiry regarding the child born to be “king of the Jews” strikes fear in the heart of Herod and all his minions. Immediately, he seeks information about the prophesied birth of the Messiah, so Herod fears not some future human usurper, but the divine will itself that will place a true and eternal king upon the throne of David. The sad details of the story tell of this tragic king’s futile efforts to thwart the will of God through schemes and subterfuge. But we’re left with a hopeful image of a child in his mother’s lap plied with gifts that dimly foreshadow his destiny as King and Savior.

Readings: Week of Epiphany (B) Su 1/3 Is 60:1-6 • Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-13 • Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6 •

Matt 2:1-12 M 1/4 1 John 3:22—4:6 • Ps 2:7-8, 10-12 • Matt 4:12-17,

23-25 Tu 1/5 1 John 4:7-10 • Ps 72:1-4, 7-8 • Mark 6:34-44 W 1/6 1 John 4:11-18 • Ps 72:1-2, 10, 12-13 • Mark 6:45-

52 Th 1/7 1 John 4:19—5:4 • Ps 72:1-2, 14-15, 17 • Luke

4:14-22a F 1/8 1 John 5:5-13 • Ps 147:12-15, 19-20 • Like 5:12-16 Sa 1/9 1 John 5:14-21 • Ps 149:1-6, 9 • John 3:22-30

Funerals When planning a funeral for a loved one, please call the pastor before making any arrangements with the funeral home regarding the date and time of visitation, the funeral Mass or service at the funeral home.

Hospitality Committee Holy Angels will provide a funeral luncheon if the family of the deceased requests one. The Hospitality Committee consists of several women from the parish who volunteer to host the luncheons. Someone from the committee will be calling on you for food and help when the need arises.

Pope Francis’ Monthly Prayer Intention

Each year, the Holy Father asks for our prayers for a specific intention each month. You are invited to answer the Holy Father's request and to join with many people worldwide in praying for this intention each month. Only one intention is offered per month, whether universal or related to evangelization.

JANUARY Human Fraternity

May the Lord give us the grace to live in full fellowship with our brothers and sisters of other religions, praying for one

FOOD DRIVE for Matthew 25:40

Help us fill Matthew’s Food Pantry!!! Place donations in the grocery buggy

located in the foyer.

SHARE WHAT YOU CAN

Anniversaries: Jan 3rd – 9th 1/7 Ralph & Georgianne Incrocci Birthdays: Jan 3rd – 9th 1/3 Juan Garzon, Jr., Ashley Piskorski, Cole Piskorski, Juan Daniel Ramirez 1/4 Jesus Rubio, Gracie Scheaffer 1/6 Jo Ann Perry, Maria Ponce 1/7 Maribel Manzano Ramirez, Chris West 1/8 Alejandro Valdovinos

Nursery The nursery is located in the classroom next to the kitchen in the parish hall. The nursery is open to children birth to 4 years. Notify the Parish of Seriously

Ill Family Member If a family member has been admitted to the hospital or is ill at home, please let us know by contacting Cathi Shea in the Parish Office.

Bulletin Announcement Deadline

Items must be received by Monday at 12 noon. Please submit all items to ccshea@cableone.net

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK: Week of Jan 3rd – 9 t h

1/3 Su 8:00am 11:00am 1:00pm

EPIPHANY OF THE LORD Repose of the soul of Greg West by Darrell & Chris West In appreciation of all First Responders by Ronald Szewczyk Spanish Mass People of Holy Angels, living and deceased

1/4 M 12 Noon Health Intentions of Derrick Durham by Dee Davis 1/6 W 12 Noon Repose of the soul of Nicholas Pirrello by Marilyn

Luckenbaugh & Family 1/7 Th 9:00am Repose of the soul of Ruth A. McNeff by Dot Alley 1/8 F 12 Noon Special Intention of Barbara Johnson /

SACRAMENTS Baptism - A preparation class is required of the parents requesting Baptism for their first child. Parents and godparents are encouraged to attend the class before the baby’s birth. Confirmation - is celebrated with students who are at least in the 8th grade and have completed the requirements for the preparation process in our PRE program. Matrimony - Couples planning to marry should contact the Pastor at least 6 months prior to the proposed date so all parish and diocesan requirements may be completed. Holy Orders - If you feel called to a vocation in the priesthood or religious life, please contact the pastor. Anointing of the Sick - If you wish to receive this sacrament, contact the pastor. If there is an emergency situation, an immediate family member should contact the pastor.

Alb Care Volunteers* January – Judy Boehmler

*Following COVID sanitation guidelines, altar servers will not be wearing albs for Masses because it is impossible to launder them in

between Masses. Altar Linen Care Volunteers

January – Debbie McAndrew

The Catholic Diocese of Memphis in Tennessee encourages all victims, or parents of

minors who are victims of sexual abuse by a bishop, priest, deacon or diocesan employee or

agent, to report such abuse by phoning any of the following numbers:

Tennessee Child Abuse Hotline 1-877-237-0004

Victim Assistance Coordinator 901-652-4066

Dir. of Child and Youth Protection 901-359-2027

All reports will be treated in a confidential manner. The Diocese of Memphis offers a

program of psychological and spiritual assistance to abused victims in need.

(2/14/2019)

FORMED – To sign up FREE of charge as a parishioner of Holy Angels Church, go to www.holyangelscc.formed.org, click on the “REGISTER NOW” button and establish an account. After doing so, you’ll have access to a wealth of material to grow in your faith. Please take advantage of this opportunity to benefit yourselves and others.

Collection Reports for

December 19-20, 2020 December 24-25, 2020 December 26-27, 2020

Dec 31-Jan 1, 2021 January 2-3, 2020

† will be published in the

Bulletin dated January 10, 2021

2nd Collections for January

1/3 Building Maintenance 1/24 For the Church in Latin America

Special Collections for January 1/1 Mary, The Holy Mother of God

If you do not contribute online, you can drop-off or mail your weekly collection

checks to the Parish Office. To drop-off your check, use the outside

black secure mailbox located at the office door on Tucker Street. Thank You

Attendance (139 families /353 parishioners)

12/19-20 xx-xx-xx-xx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxx 12/24-25 xx-xx-xx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxx 12/26-27 xx-xx-xx-xx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxx 12/31-1/1 xx-xx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx

Men of Holy Angels… Want to learn more about the Knights?

Visit www.holyangelscc.com and learn more. Why wait… Do it today!!!

MEETING

Sunday, January 31, 2020 6:00pm in the Conference Room

MINISTERS SCHEDULE FOR NEXT WEEK: January 9/10 5:00 8:00 11:00 Lector Judy Boehmler Jamie McGowan Richard Spence Eucharistic Ministers Sue Hurst Moe Sims Dot Alley Christi Boone Enrique Rodriquez Ushers Volunteer Joseph McGowan Tucker Cozort Volunteer J C Rivera Ken Dunn Greeter Volunteer Ushers Ushers Honor Family Volunteer Ushers Ushers Sacristan Volunteer Volunteer Volunteer Minister of the Sick

Suspended due to COVID

Suspended due to COVID

Suspended due to COVID

Our 50th Anniversary Mass Celebrations The new dates for the Diocesan 50th Anniversary Mass celebrations will be Wed, May 26th at the Cathedral at 7:00pm and Thurs, May 27th at St. Mary’s in Jackson at 7:00pm. That All May Be One About 50 years ago, Pope Paul VI announced the formation of our Memphis Diocese with the actual ordination of our Diocese taking place on January 6, 1971. The theme for our 50th Anniversary is: That All May Be One. What an excellent theme to go along with the theme: ¡Adelante! Going forward together, on mission… coming out of our recent Priest Convocation. We are truly uniting as one church, one family -- working together to strengthen our faith, increase our evangelization and grow a diverse Diocese.

Jan 6th — S c r i ptural Rosary The Scriptural Rosary has been cancelled for January 6th. it will resume January 13th.

NO Bible Study until further notice due to COVID

Year End Annual Financial Statements for Tax Purposes Year-end financial statements showing tax-exempt contributions to Holy Angels for 2020 will only be prepared for those parishioners who request them. If you wish to receive a year-end financial statement, please notify the Parish Office.

JANUARY – M O NTH OF THE HOLY NAME Throughout the month of January, we give special honor to the name of Jesus. St. Paul write to the Philippians: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father” (Philippians 2:10-11). We hold the name of Jesus in special reverence. The very name of Jesus is a prayer. Christ's name is chosen in heaven, and the Angel Gabriel announces it when he informs the Blessed Virgin of the incarnation: "Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus". It is a name that has marvelous implications, for it means "savior." The very name bespeaks the magnitude of His mission, His infinite love, a love that will cause Him to offer Himself up for us. The name of Jesus is the sweetest of all names, and He who bears it is most worthy of all love. He who calls Jesus his friend can be assured that this friend is the most devoted and unselfish of all friends. Jesus is our all. In His name we may pray to the Father with assurance of being heard. In His name the Church administers all her sacraments. In His name she offers all her prayers and blesses homes, the fields, and the sick. In the name of Jesus she casts out evil spirits, and at the hour of our death bids us, "Go forth, Christian soul." She assures us that whoever shall call upon this name will be saved. When our soul has departed this life to seek its eternal home, the Church asks in the name of Jesus, "Eternal rest give unto him, O

Consider a Year-End Gift As you begin year-end tax planning, take advantage of a charitable tax deduction to Holy Angels Parish. This donation can make a big difference to us and help you as well. If you choose to make a cash donation, please prepare your check so that it is dated December 31, 2020. Contributions received over the holidays will be recorded January 6th, so have your donations in by then. Your generosity has been a blessing to Holy Angels throughout this past year.

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, As you are aware, our Diocese of Memphis is currently engaged in the process of Strategic Planning for our future. The input of everyone who calls our beloved Diocese home is vital as we look to strengthen our Parishes and enhance the existing programs, ministries and services found throughout our Diocese.

Over the past few weeks, we have received numerous responses from families in every Parish of our Memphis Diocese. I am truly grateful to you for your time, insight and thoughtfulness. If you have yet to participate in this process, I hope you will consider sharing your opinions and ideas.

To complete the Feasibility Study/Survey, go to the diocesan webpage, www.cdom.org and click on the link

All responses are held in the strictest confidence as this process is being managed by Guidance In Giving, Inc., a Catholic development organization acting as a third-party administrator to our Memphis Diocese.

Thank you for your counsel, faith and commitment to your parish and the Diocese of Memphis. I know this process will have tremendous value in determining the best course of action as we seek to best serve our people. I am yours

In the light and love of the Lord,

Jan 6th — 5 0 t h Anniversary Mass of the Diocese On Wednesday, January 6th at 6:00pm, Fr. Patrick will celebrate the Eucharist for the 50th Anniversary Mass for the Diocese of Memphis. We will give thanks to God for all the faithful of this Diocese who, motivated by the love that Christ showed us on the cross, gave of themselves for the building up of the Kingdom. All are invited to attend.

Our Sincere Condolences Charlotte Poutre, beloved sister of Dot Alley, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020 in North Lauderdale, Florida. Please keep the Poutre and Alley families in your prayers.

Nursery The nursery is located in the classroom next to the kitchen in the parish hall. The nursery is open to children birth to 4 years. Notify the Parish of Seriously

Ill Family Member If a family member has been admitted to the hospital or is ill at home, please let us know by contacting Cathi Shea in the Parish Office.

Bulletin Announcement Deadline

Items must be received by Monday at 12 noon. Please submit all items to ccshea@cableone.net

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK: Week of Jan 3rd – 9 t h

1/3 Su 8:00am 11:00am 1:00pm

EPIPHANY OF THE LORD Repose of the soul of Greg West by Darrell & Chris West In appreciation of all First Responders by Ronald Szewczyk Spanish Mass People of Holy Angels, living and deceased

1/4 M 12 Noon Health Intentions of Derrick Durham by Dee Davis 1/6 W 12 Noon Repose of the soul of Nicholas Pirrello by Marilyn

Luckenbaugh & Family 1/7 Th 9:00am Repose of the soul of Ruth A. McNeff by Dot Alley 1/8 F 12 Noon Special Intention of Barbara Johnson /

SACRAMENTS Baptism - A preparation class is required of the parents requesting Baptism for their first child. Parents and godparents are encouraged to attend the class before the baby’s birth. Confirmation - is celebrated with students who are at least in the 8th grade and have completed the requirements for the preparation process in our PRE program. Matrimony - Couples planning to marry should contact the Pastor at least 6 months prior to the proposed date so all parish and diocesan requirements may be completed. Holy Orders - If you feel called to a vocation in the priesthood or religious life, please contact the pastor. Anointing of the Sick - If you wish to receive this sacrament, contact the pastor. If there is an emergency situation, an immediate family member should contact the pastor.

Alb Care Volunteers* January – Judy Boehmler

*Following COVID sanitation guidelines, altar servers will not be wearing albs for Masses because it is impossible to launder them in

between Masses. Altar Linen Care Volunteers

January – Debbie McAndrew

The Catholic Diocese of Memphis in Tennessee encourages all victims, or parents of

minors who are victims of sexual abuse by a bishop, priest, deacon or diocesan employee or

agent, to report such abuse by phoning any of the following numbers:

Tennessee Child Abuse Hotline 1-877-237-0004

Victim Assistance Coordinator 901-652-4066

Dir. of Child and Youth Protection 901-359-2027

All reports will be treated in a confidential manner. The Diocese of Memphis offers a

program of psychological and spiritual assistance to abused victims in need.

(2/14/2019)

FORMED – To sign up FREE of charge as a parishioner of Holy Angels Church, go to www.holyangelscc.formed.org, click on the “REGISTER NOW” button and establish an account. After doing so, you’ll have access to a wealth of material to grow in your faith. Please take advantage of this opportunity to benefit yourselves and others.

Collection Reports for

December 19-20, 2020 December 24-25, 2020 December 26-27, 2020

Dec 31-Jan 1, 2021 January 2-3, 2020

† will be published in the

Bulletin dated January 10, 2021

2nd Collections for January

1/3 Building Maintenance 1/24 For the Church in Latin America

Special Collections for January 1/1 Mary, The Holy Mother of God

If you do not contribute online, you can drop-off or mail your weekly collection

checks to the Parish Office. To drop-off your check, use the outside

black secure mailbox located at the office door on Tucker Street. Thank You

Attendance (139 families /353 parishioners)

12/19-20 xx-xx-xx-xx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxx 12/24-25 xx-xx-xx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxx 12/26-27 xx-xx-xx-xx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxx 12/31-1/1 xx-xx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx

Men of Holy Angels… Want to learn more about the Knights?

Visit www.holyangelscc.com and learn more. Why wait… Do it today!!!

MEETING

Sunday, January 31, 2020 6:00pm in the Conference Room

MINISTERS SCHEDULE FOR NEXT WEEK: January 9/10 5:00 8:00 11:00 Lector Judy Boehmler Jamie McGowan Richard Spence Eucharistic Ministers Sue Hurst Moe Sims Dot Alley Christi Boone Enrique Rodriquez Ushers Volunteer Joseph McGowan Tucker Cozort Volunteer J C Rivera Ken Dunn Greeter Volunteer Ushers Ushers Honor Family Volunteer Ushers Ushers Sacristan Volunteer Volunteer Volunteer Minister of the Sick

Suspended due to COVID

Suspended due to COVID

Suspended due to COVID

Our 50th Anniversary Mass Celebrations The new dates for the Diocesan 50th Anniversary Mass celebrations will be Wed, May 26th at the Cathedral at 7:00pm and Thurs, May 27th at St. Mary’s in Jackson at 7:00pm. That All May Be One About 50 years ago, Pope Paul VI announced the formation of our Memphis Diocese with the actual ordination of our Diocese taking place on January 6, 1971. The theme for our 50th Anniversary is: That All May Be One. What an excellent theme to go along with the theme: ¡Adelante! Going forward together, on mission… coming out of our recent Priest Convocation. We are truly uniting as one church, one family -- working together to strengthen our faith, increase our evangelization and grow a diverse Diocese.

Jan 6th — S c r i ptural Rosary The Scriptural Rosary has been cancelled for January 6th. it will resume January 13th.

NO Bible Study until further notice due to COVID

Year End Annual Financial Statements for Tax Purposes Year-end financial statements showing tax-exempt contributions to Holy Angels for 2020 will only be prepared for those parishioners who request them. If you wish to receive a year-end financial statement, please notify the Parish Office.

JANUARY – M O NTH OF THE HOLY NAME Throughout the month of January, we give special honor to the name of Jesus. St. Paul write to the Philippians: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father” (Philippians 2:10-11). We hold the name of Jesus in special reverence. The very name of Jesus is a prayer. Christ's name is chosen in heaven, and the Angel Gabriel announces it when he informs the Blessed Virgin of the incarnation: "Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus". It is a name that has marvelous implications, for it means "savior." The very name bespeaks the magnitude of His mission, His infinite love, a love that will cause Him to offer Himself up for us. The name of Jesus is the sweetest of all names, and He who bears it is most worthy of all love. He who calls Jesus his friend can be assured that this friend is the most devoted and unselfish of all friends. Jesus is our all. In His name we may pray to the Father with assurance of being heard. In His name the Church administers all her sacraments. In His name she offers all her prayers and blesses homes, the fields, and the sick. In the name of Jesus she casts out evil spirits, and at the hour of our death bids us, "Go forth, Christian soul." She assures us that whoever shall call upon this name will be saved. When our soul has departed this life to seek its eternal home, the Church asks in the name of Jesus, "Eternal rest give unto him, O

Consider a Year-End Gift As you begin year-end tax planning, take advantage of a charitable tax deduction to Holy Angels Parish. This donation can make a big difference to us and help you as well. If you choose to make a cash donation, please prepare your check so that it is dated December 31, 2020. Contributions received over the holidays will be recorded January 6th, so have your donations in by then. Your generosity has been a blessing to Holy Angels throughout this past year.

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, As you are aware, our Diocese of Memphis is currently engaged in the process of Strategic Planning for our future. The input of everyone who calls our beloved Diocese home is vital as we look to strengthen our Parishes and enhance the existing programs, ministries and services found throughout our Diocese.

Over the past few weeks, we have received numerous responses from families in every Parish of our Memphis Diocese. I am truly grateful to you for your time, insight and thoughtfulness. If you have yet to participate in this process, I hope you will consider sharing your opinions and ideas.

To complete the Feasibility Study/Survey, go to the diocesan webpage, www.cdom.org and click on the link

All responses are held in the strictest confidence as this process is being managed by Guidance In Giving, Inc., a Catholic development organization acting as a third-party administrator to our Memphis Diocese.

Thank you for your counsel, faith and commitment to your parish and the Diocese of Memphis. I know this process will have tremendous value in determining the best course of action as we seek to best serve our people. I am yours

In the light and love of the Lord,

Jan 6th — 5 0 t h Anniversary Mass of the Diocese On Wednesday, January 6th at 6:00pm, Fr. Patrick will celebrate the Eucharist for the 50th Anniversary Mass for the Diocese of Memphis. We will give thanks to God for all the faithful of this Diocese who, motivated by the love that Christ showed us on the cross, gave of themselves for the building up of the Kingdom. All are invited to attend.

Our Sincere Condolences Charlotte Poutre, beloved sister of Dot Alley, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020 in North Lauderdale, Florida. Please keep the Poutre and Alley families in your prayers.

HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC CHURCH

Rev. Patrick Hirtz

JANUARY Month of the Holy Name

“Lord, ev’ry nation on earth will adore you.”

Psalm 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13

Mission Statement

Holy Angels is a Catholic community of faith joining past, present, and future members on a journey with Christ to the Father. Through worship, stewardship, evangelization, and works of charity, we strive to more perfectly image God, who is love.

Saturday Vigil: 5:00pm Sunday: 8:00am and 11:00am

Spanish Mass: Sunday at 1:00pm Daily Mass: M, W, F at 12 noon; Th at 9:00am

First Saturday ONLY is at 8:00am (Holydays & Holidays: See special announcement in bulletin)

CONFESSION - Saturday: 4:00-4:30pm; Sunday: between Masses or by appointment

January 3, 2021 — The Epiphany of Our Lord (B)

Holy Angels Catholic Church 535 Tucker Street

Dyersburg, TN 38024-3873 Parish Office Phone: (731) 287-8000 Parish Email: hachurch@cableone.net

www.holyangelscc.com

Pastor Rev. Patrick Hirtz Email: revhirtz@cableone.net

Finance Mary Alyce Fiechtl

Administrative Assistant Cathi Cychol Shea Email: ccshea@cableone.net

Music Director Sarah Jean

Nursery Therese Cohen

Maintenance Richard Spence

Parish Religious Education (PRE) Director (DRE): Jamie McGowan Email: PCLHolyAngels@cableone.net Parish Office Hours: M-F 9:00am - 4:00pm or by appointment

Youth Group Minister Deborah McCallen (cell: 731-297-6197) Assistant: Tanya Larraga Wednesday Evenings 6:00-8:00pm

Monday – Friday 9:00am – 4:00pm (Closed 12:30 – 1:30pm for lunch)

We welcome any visitors, including those who may not be of our Catholic faith. We pray that our celebration of the sacred liturgy today was a meaningful one for you. If you are a new member in the parish, complete a census form and return it to the church office. Census forms can be found in the foyer. To date we have 139 families and 353 parishioners.

The Epiphany of the Lord (B) Jan 2/3, 2021 JANUARY -- Month of the Holy Name

The Solemnity of the Epiphany uses the convention of light to celebrate the universal salvation made available through Christ. Isaiah’s splendid poetry and the Magi who followed a star provide apt and joyous images of the truth that was kept hidden in former times but now is boldly proclaimed by Paul: “Gentiles are coheirs…[and] copartners” in God’s promise of salvation in Christ. The manifestation of Christ is not for some, but for all. The solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord has several themes. First, we have the wise men being guided through darkness by the light of the star. Second, we have the star as a sign that leads the wise men to Jesus. Third, we have the manifestation of God to Gentiles, not just Jews pointing to the reality that Jesus came for all people. Fourth, we have the mystery that God does reveal his very self in human flesh. Young children relate better to the themes of signs and being a sign of Jesus to others. It is important to keep repeating those themes throughout the year. Epiphany is a grand event which deserves special attention. To most, an “epiphany” is a fabulous idea that comes right when we need it. Jesus comes each moment—each day of our lives. Continue to give Jesus the attention he deserves. Continue to celebrate Christmas by paying homage to the Christ-child, falling to your knees at the crèche and offering the gifts hidden quietly in your heart. Continue to celebrate the season’s full festivity for we still “need a little Christmas” long after the world has stopped celebrating. Be filled with the awe and wonder which captivated and possessed the three wise ones to give up all they had to search for Jesus and give him the greatest gifts, ones which honored his reign as King and prepared him for what was yet to come, death. Pray with this question: what are you called to give up in your lives daily to search for and then gift back to Christ? Offer your response to God in a way most fitting of your life. The oldest traces of this feast come from Alexandria, Egypt, where the feast of Jesus’ baptism was celebrated around January 6, as “the real moment of the Son of God’s birth into the world”. The Christmas season officially ends next Sunday with the feast of the Baptism of the Lord. Today we celebrate the arrival of the three kinds. If “We Three Kings” reminds you of camels crossing the desert, that’s exactly what the composer intended!

FIRST READING (Isaiah 60:1-6) In Isaiah’s splendid poetry, Israel heard a promise of the exiles’ return from Babylonian captivity and a prophesy that Gentiles would one day come to honor the city. Light and darkness are the images he uses to suggest the difference that will be manifest when God’s strong arm demonstrates divine power over the earth. To Christian ears, Isaiah’s words announce the coming of the light of Christ who dispels the “darkness” of sin and fills us with radiant light. Note: it is from this text, not Matthew’s account of the Gospel, that we derive the details of kings and camels that we generally associate with the magi.

RESPONSORIAL PSALM (Psalm 72:1-2, 7-8. 10-11, 12-13) The psalm extols the virtues of Israel’s ideal king and prophesies, as does today’s First Reading from Isaiah, the coming of foreign kings to bring gifts and pay homage to the Lord’s servant. The verses offer a blend of praise for and promise of a reign of justice and concern for the poor. God’s anointed does not simply enjoy the privileges of royalty, instead he extends himself on behalf of the people, ensuring them peace built on justice and genuine concern for the poor and afflicted.

SECOND READING (Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6) Unique among the band of Apostles, Paul gained knowledge of the mysteries of salvation by direct revelation from Christ himself without ever having known him in the flesh. The special charge entrusted to Paul was to evangelize the Gentiles and such was his success that his efforts could only have been fueled by divine grace. The revelation Paul asserts here was a disquieting one among the early Christians: Gentiles are made coheirs with the Jews. The mercy and generosity of God goes far beyond our own; Jews cannot claim exclusive right to Christ. In Christ, Jews and Gentiles are made members of one body and both are sharers in the promises of Christ.

GOSPEL (Matthew 2:1-12) The arrival of the “magi” and their inquiry regarding the child born to be “king of the Jews” strikes fear in the heart of Herod and all his minions. Immediately, he seeks information about the prophesied birth of the Messiah, so Herod fears not some future human usurper, but the divine will itself that will place a true and eternal king upon the throne of David. The sad details of the story tell of this tragic king’s futile efforts to thwart the will of God through schemes and subterfuge. But we’re left with a hopeful image of a child in his mother’s lap plied with gifts that dimly foreshadow his destiny as King and Savior.

Readings: Week of Epiphany (B) Su 1/3 Is 60:1-6 • Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-13 • Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6 •

Matt 2:1-12 M 1/4 1 John 3:22—4:6 • Ps 2:7-8, 10-12 • Matt 4:12-17,

23-25 Tu 1/5 1 John 4:7-10 • Ps 72:1-4, 7-8 • Mark 6:34-44 W 1/6 1 John 4:11-18 • Ps 72:1-2, 10, 12-13 • Mark 6:45-

52 Th 1/7 1 John 4:19—5:4 • Ps 72:1-2, 14-15, 17 • Luke

4:14-22a F 1/8 1 John 5:5-13 • Ps 147:12-15, 19-20 • Like 5:12-16 Sa 1/9 1 John 5:14-21 • Ps 149:1-6, 9 • John 3:22-30

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Hospitality Committee Holy Angels will provide a funeral luncheon if the family of the deceased requests one. The Hospitality Committee consists of several women from the parish who volunteer to host the luncheons. Someone from the committee will be calling on you for food and help when the need arises.

Pope Francis’ Monthly Prayer Intention

Each year, the Holy Father asks for our prayers for a specific intention each month. You are invited to answer the Holy Father's request and to join with many people worldwide in praying for this intention each month. Only one intention is offered per month, whether universal or related to evangelization.

JANUARY Human Fraternity

May the Lord give us the grace to live in full fellowship with our brothers and sisters of other religions, praying for one

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