The Financial Report is not available this week. The bulletin went to print early due to the Christmas holiday. The reports for January 5, 2014 will be printed in the January 12, 2014 bulletin. Thank you for your understanding and ongoing generosity.

May God bless you in your sacrificial giving. Lord, help me move from comfort to sacrifice.

How shall I make a return to the Lord for all the good He has done for me? (Psalm 116:12)

THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD JANUARY 5, 2014

MON, JANUARY 6: 8:30 AM † WENZLER, RUDNIK & MAGGIO FAMILIES † JAMES G. FEHEY BY FAMILY † REV. JAMES SAMPSON BY THE MARIANITES 5:30 PM † HARRY WARUSZEWSKI BY MARY & FAMILY † BENNY MORA BY JOSIE MORA SI SR. CRISTINA OVEJERA BY ANNUNCIATION WOMEN’S GUILD TUES, JANUARY 7: 8:30 AM † CECILIA CONNER BY FAMILY † BARKER & CHIADO FAMILIES BY BARKER FAMILY SI ANNUNCIATION STAFF BY ANNUNCIATION WOMEN’S GUILD 5:30 PM † HARRY WARUSZEWSKI BY MARY & FAMILY † FR. JAMES SAMPSON BY LEOS FAMILY † EVELYN & GEORGE TREADWELL BY TREADWELL FAMILY WED, JANUARY 8: 8:30 AM † MURPHY LANDRY BY BEVERLY & FAMILY † HAROLD GONZALES BY SKARSGARD FAMILY SI LIVING & DECEASED MEMBERS OF ANNUNCIATION WOMEN’S GUILD BY WOMEN’S GUILD 5:30 PM † HAROLD WARUSZEWSKI BY MARY & FAMILY † DECEASED MEMBERS OF MARY BACHICHA FAMILY SI CARLY MONTOYA BY JOHN & CATHY SENSI THURS, JANUARY 9: 8:30 AM † JANICE BUSTOS, BEN ROYBAL & RUDY GONZALES BY ROYBAL FAMILY † LUCILE GARNER & DIANE KATZ BY BARKER FAMILY † GLORIA TREADWELL BY TREADWELL FAMILY 5:30 PM † CECILIA CONNER BY FAMILY † HARRY WARUSZEWSKI BY MARY & FAMILY SI ISABEL BALDONADO BY CATHY SENSI FRI, JANUARY 10: 8:30 AM † HARRY WARUSZEWSKI BY CHRIS & JACKIE SMITH † REV. JAMES SAMPSON BY DON & TERRY GLUVNA SI REV. LARRY DUNHAM BY THE MARIANITES 5:30 PM † HARRY WARUSZEWSKI BY MARY & FAMILY † MARIE KORISH BY MR. & MRS. VICTOR VALDEZ SI REV. DONALD JOSEPH PEREA BY THE MARIANITES SAT, JANUARY 11: 5:00 PM † THOMAS MORE LEE BY JUSTIN LEE † HARRY WARUSZEWSKI BY MARY & FAMILY † BILLY MAGUIRE BY DORETTA CALT SUN, JANUARY 12: 7:00 AM † BERT PITRE BY PITRE FAMILY † STEPHANIE COLE BY FAMILY † MARTHA HOEFLING BY JULIE & LARRY ECKHARD 9:00 AM † FOR THE PEOPLE 10:30 AM † REV. RALPH J. DUFFNER BY TIM & SUE GUTIERREZ SI MARTHA GARCIA BY ISAAC & LYDIA GARCIA SI CHARLES ARAGON BY ISAAC & LYDIA GARCIA 12:00 PM SI SPECIAL INTENTION 5:30 PM † HARRY WARUSZEWSKI BY MARY & FAMILY † HAROLD PADILLA BY THOMAS FAMILY SI JILL BROWNE BY THOMAS FAMILY

THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD Is 42:1-4,6-7; Acts 10:34-38; Mt 3:13-17

January 12, 2014

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT Our Lady of the Annunciation Roman Catholic Parish is a people of living faith rooted in the Gospel,

centered on the Eucharist and led by the Holy Spirit.

We are inspired by the example of Mary to continue the mission of Jesus Christ by ministering to all.

Annunciation Parish Website: www.annunciationparishabq.org

From the Pastor

FROM THE PASTOR JAN. 5, 2014

EPIPHANY OF THE LORD

Today we celebrate the Magi who come from the east to wor-

ship the newborn King of Israel. Imagine their surprise when

they find the Child Jesus, messiah and king born in a stable.

Our Savior was born as a humble, shepherd king. Nonetheless,

these wise men bring Jesus gifts of gold, frankincense and

myrrh. Gold signified a gift worthy of a king, myrrh signified

his mortality and frankincense his divinity. Let us offer Jesus

the gold of our love, the myrrh of our mortality and incense of

our worship. In many parts of the world, especially in the east, gifts are exchanged on the Epiphany, tradition-

ally the 12th day of Christmas, in order to commemorate the gifts presented by the Magi. Perhaps we could

present Jesus with the gift of our time in praying at the Adoration Chapel, volunteering service in the commu-

nity, reconciling with enemies, ministering in the Church or the like. St. Paul said to the Ephesians 3:6 in to-

day’s second reading, “In Christ Jesus the Gentiles are now co-heirs with the Jews, members of the same body

and sharers of the promise through the preaching of the gospel.” As Jesus manifests love and blessing for the

entire world at the Epiphany, may we bless others in return with our own gifts of peace.

Rejoice! Jesus is born and made manifest in Bethlehem to the shepherds and the Magi. Come let us adore

Him!

FINANCIAL REPORTS

Please wait until the end of the month for the 2013 financial statements. It takes awhile to reconcile all the re-

ports and make them available to you, but our staff is working hard to get that out as soon as possible. Thank

you for your generous, financial support to the parish throughout 2013.

JESUS

Jesus is the Savior.... Receive Him.

Jesus is the Shepherd... Follow Him.

Jesus is the King... Serve Him.

Jesus is the Lord... Trust Him.

Jesus is the Christ... Worship Him.

Jesus is the Life... Enjoy Him!

(adapted from dayspring)

PARISH LIFE & PASTORAL OUTREACH

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS

Sr. Cristina Ovejera, FdCC, Director Mary Agnes Sain, Secretary 299-9111 covejera@annunciationparishabq.org

Reflection: ““““I always begin my prayer in silence, for it is in the silence of the heart the God speaks. God is

the friend of silence – we need to listen to God because it’s not what we say but what God says to us and

through us that matters.” -Mother Teresa of Calcutta

THIS WEEK’S MEETINGS/ACTIVITIES

► NFP Classes The Sympto Thermal Method of Natural Family Planning (NFP) will be taught at Annun-

ciation in a series of three classes on January 19, February 16, March 9, 2014, at 1:00-3:30PM in St.

Bakhita Hall. Please call Rhonda in the parish office for more information.

► Social Concerns Collection for January 2014 will be for Birthright of Albuquerque, during the weekend of Janu-

ary 25/26. Layettes for newborn to six months, knitted or crocheted booties and blankets are needed.

Thank you for your generosity.

► Infant Baptism Preparation Parents and godparents seeking baptism for their child have a respon-

sibility to attend a preparation session before the sacrament takes place. It is held every second

Monday of the month. Parents are asked to consider choosing a Saint’s name for their child, as a

role model whose life reflects the hopes and aspirations for their God-given child. Please contact

Rhonda at the parish office for more information. Next class is on Monday, January 13, at 7:00-9:00PM in St.

Magdalene Hall.

► Vestibule Food Box collection is intended for the Catholic Charities pantry. The box is emptied every Friday by

assigned members of the Social Concerns Committee. Please refer your questions to Sr. Cristina

about this particular outreach project of our parish. Thank you.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

Renee Pagan – Coordinator

If you want to pray for a specific RCIA candidate, please contact Sr. Cristina to give you a name. The

period of the Catechumenate is an important one for our brothers and sisters who are continuing their Journey of

Faith towards the Easter Sacraments. Your prayers and moral support are a great help. Thank you for witnessing

your faith, hope, and charity.

Jan. 5 Sunday Social Concerns Committee 11:30AM SFH

Jan. 6 Monday Marianites 9:30-10:30AM SFH

Communion Visits to the Sick & Homebound

Divine Mercy Cenacle 7:00-8:30PM SFH

Jan. 7 Tuesday Respect Life Committee 9:30-11:00AM SBH

Contemplative Prayer/Lectio Divina 6:15-7:15PM SFH

RCIA 7:00-9:00PM SBH

Jan. 8 Wednesday Women’s Guild Board 9:15-10:15AM SMH

RCIA Team 6:30-8:00PM SFH

Jan. 9 Thursday Sunday Readings Reflection Group 9:30-10:30AM SFH

“No one, whether shepherd or wise man, can “No one, whether shepherd or wise man, can “No one, whether shepherd or wise man, can “No one, whether shepherd or wise man, can approach God here below except by kneeling approach God here below except by kneeling approach God here below except by kneeling approach God here below except by kneeling before the manger at Bethlehem and adoring before the manger at Bethlehem and adoring before the manger at Bethlehem and adoring before the manger at Bethlehem and adoring

him hidden in the weakness of a newhim hidden in the weakness of a newhim hidden in the weakness of a newhim hidden in the weakness of a new----born born born born child.” (CCC 563)child.” (CCC 563)child.” (CCC 563)child.” (CCC 563)

FAMILY CENTERED RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Leslie Monette—Director

lmonette@annunciationparishabq.org Becky Winebrenner—Secretary

rwinebrenner@annunciationparishabq.org Phone: 296-0411

PARISH HISTORY DVDPARISH HISTORY DVDPARISH HISTORY DVDPARISH HISTORY DVD If you enjoyed the DVD that was shown at the Parish History Fair on Nov. 9th, you can purchase it for $5.00 in the Parish OffIf you enjoyed the DVD that was shown at the Parish History Fair on Nov. 9th, you can purchase it for $5.00 in the Parish OffIf you enjoyed the DVD that was shown at the Parish History Fair on Nov. 9th, you can purchase it for $5.00 in the Parish OffIf you enjoyed the DVD that was shown at the Parish History Fair on Nov. 9th, you can purchase it for $5.00 in the Parish Officeiceiceice. . . . The DVD is a reflection on the beauty of our parish and also shows the vibrancy of our faith community at Annunciation ParishThe DVD is a reflection on the beauty of our parish and also shows the vibrancy of our faith community at Annunciation ParishThe DVD is a reflection on the beauty of our parish and also shows the vibrancy of our faith community at Annunciation ParishThe DVD is a reflection on the beauty of our parish and also shows the vibrancy of our faith community at Annunciation Parish. . . . If If If If you have not seen the DVD you will enjoy it. See Becky in the Parish Office to purchase a copy. you have not seen the DVD you will enjoy it. See Becky in the Parish Office to purchase a copy. you have not seen the DVD you will enjoy it. See Becky in the Parish Office to purchase a copy. you have not seen the DVD you will enjoy it. See Becky in the Parish Office to purchase a copy.

Religious Education for Grades Pre-K—8 is on break

until Wednesday, January 15, 2014. Enjoy your Christmas break!

Knights of Columbus Burrito Breakfast Sunday, January 12, 2014

After the 7, 9 & 10:30 a.m. Masses in the gym Burritos cost $ 5.00 or $20.00 per family of 4 or more Proceeds from this activity will be used to support seminarians

and provide scholarships for Catholic school students.

Adult Faith Formation is on break until Thursday, January 9, 2014. (St. Bakhita Hall @ 7 p.m.)

When we resume we will be studying: Matthew 13—Parables of the Kingdom It is never too late to join the study group. All are welcome!

For more information contact Leslie at 296-0411 Enjoy your Christmas break!

MUSIC & LITURGICAL MINISTRYMUSIC & LITURGICAL MINISTRYMUSIC & LITURGICAL MINISTRY

Dr. Jane Smith, Director 298Dr. Jane Smith, Director 298Dr. Jane Smith, Director 298---963696369636 Rhonda Leonard, AssistantRhonda Leonard, AssistantRhonda Leonard, Assistant

MUSICMUSIC

No children’s Choir until February

Laudate Rehearsal: Wednesday, January 8 , 6:30 pm, in the church

Cantor Rehearsal: Thursday, January 9, 6:45–7:30 pm, in the church

Parish Mixed Choir Rehearsal: Thursday, January 9 , 7:30–9:00 pm, in the church

5:30 PM Mass Music Ensemble Rehearsal: Sunday @ 4:15 pm, in the church

5:30 PM Sunday Mass Music Ensemble welcomes new musicians and singers! Just come to rehearsal.

MINISTRYMINISTRY

All Liturgical Ministers: Please check your schedules carefully to make sure you keep track of each time

you are scheduled to serve. If you know there is a conflict, please arrange for your own substitute ahead

of time. This is a particular problem with Altar Servers; parents of Servers need to be aware of the Mass

dates and time their child is scheduled to serve. Thank you for your commitment to making our liturgies rev-

erent and meaningful.

SACRAMENTAL CELEBRATIONS

Baptisms: Ziva Abigael Avila, Gabriela Inez Gomez, Penelope Therese Schaefer (December 22nd)

Funerals: Richard “Dick” Friday December 2

Harold Gonzales December 5

Joshua Kitzinger December 7

Marie Korish December 16

Please keep the sick and homebound of our parish in your prayers.

The Liturgical Minister Schedule is available on the Annunciation Parish Website: www.annunciationparishabq.org

LECTIONARY READINGS January 6th — January 11th, 2013

MONDAY St. André Bessette, religious 1 Jn 3:22-4:6 Mt 4:12-17,23-25

TUESDAY St. Raymond of Penyafort, priest 1 Jn 4:7-10 Mk 6:34-44

WEDNESDAY Christmas Weekday 1 Jn 4:11-18 Mk 6:45-52

THURSDAY Christmas Weekday 1 Jn 4:19-5:4 Lk 4:14-22a

FRIDAY Christmas Weekday 1 Jn 5:5-13 Lk 5:12-16

SATURDAY Christmas Weekday 1 Jn 5:14-21 Jn 3:22-30

No Coffee and donuts will be served on January 12, 2014 .

The Knights of Columbus will serve burrito breakfast.

AN EPIPHANY PRAYER

Lord Jesus may your light shine our way, as once it guided the steps of

the magi: that we too may be led into your presence and worship you,

the Child of Mary, the Word of the Father, the King of nations, the

Savior of mankind; to whom be glory forever. Amen. --Frank Colquhoun

MINISTRY & MUSIC HAPPENINGS

Youth a nd Young Adul t Ministry Sr. Lisa Marie Doty, FdCC; Di rector

Barry Reinholz, Associate Di rector

293-6760

lmdoty@annunciationpari shabq.org

breinholz@annunciationpari shabq.org

MINISTRYMINISTRYMINISTRYMINISTRY

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of the

Epiphany

No Youth Confirmation

ENDOW

Oratorio for H.S.

FNL on Saturday!;

6:30pm in Gym

Youth & Young Adult Events

January 5 - 11

No Youth Confirmation this WeekNo Youth Confirmation this WeekNo Youth Confirmation this WeekNo Youth Confirmation this Week The Youth Confirmation class will not meet on January 5th. Rather, the youth Confirmation class will gather in the Community Center next Sunday, January 12th, starting at 1:30pm for their session on Vocation. A panel representing a variety of voca-tions will discuss their perspective on vocation and address questions regarding their call. Because of the unique nature of this session, all high school youth and young adults of the parish (or the Frassati Society) are invited to be present for this panel.

Pizza will be provided!

Epiphany of the Lord

January 5

ENDOWENDOWENDOWENDOW The Women’s Group will meet this week—contact Sr. Lisa Marie fo r more info rmation!

Theology of the Body for TeensTheology of the Body for TeensTheology of the Body for TeensTheology of the Body for Teens The TOB for Teens class will remain on break a little while longer. The next session will be Sunday, January 19th from 2:00pm-3:30pm in

the regular classroom gathering space. This second-to-last session will cover the topic of dating—how can we apply the lessons learned about

God’s design of the human person and the goodness of human dignity to the world of relat ionships? Find out at this session!

Oratorio for High School YouthOratorio for High School YouthOratorio for High School YouthOratorio for High School Youth Oratorio resumes this week in Saint Bakhita Hall from 2:45pm-4:15pm. En joy some time to relax and enjoy fellowship with peers, or take

some time to study up if you have a project to prepare for!

Friday Night Live...on Saturday!Friday Night Live...on Saturday!Friday Night Live...on Saturday!Friday Night Live...on Saturday! The first Friday Night Live of the year will be held this Saturday in the Gym at 6:30pm to 8:30pm. All 6th, 7th, and 8th grade youth of the

parish community, regardless of where they attend school, are invited to participate! For Catholics, the Christmas season lasts well after

December 25, so why not spend some time sharing a bit of Christmas cheer in January? Share in an evening of food, fun, and fellowship as

we take t ime to do some good for others. For more informat ion, either contact Barry at the parish office or Mrs. MC Sandoval at the Parish

School.

A Few Words from Bl. Pope John Paul II Regarding Epiphany...A Few Words from Bl. Pope John Paul II Regarding Epiphany...A Few Words from Bl. Pope John Paul II Regarding Epiphany...A Few Words from Bl. Pope John Paul II Regarding Epiphany... “Who does not feel the need for a ‘star’ to guide him on his earthly journey? Individuals and nations both feel the need. To satisfy the universal yearning for salvation, the Lord himself chose a people to be the guiding star for ‘all the families of the earth’ (Genesis 12:3). With the Incarnation of his Son, God then expanded his choice to every people, no matter what their race or culture. Thus the Church came into being, formed of men and women who, ‘united in Christ and guided by the Holy Spirit, press onwards towards the kingdom of the Father and are bearers of a message of

salvation intended for all men’ (Gaudium et Spes, n. 1). –Epiphany Homily, 2002