Brings Christ to our community and our community to Christ

830 Poplar Street, Macon Ga. 31201 478-745-1631 Email: [email protected] December 22, 2019

Mass Times: Sat. 4:30 pm Sun. 8:30 am, 11:00 am, 5:00 pm Latin : Last Sunday of Month 2:00 pm Daily Mass: Mon.– Fri. 8:00 am, Sat 9:00 am Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30 am to 4:30 pm Website: stjosephmacon.wordpress.com Like Us On Facebook: @ saintjosephcatholicchurchmacon

Weekly Schedule: SUNDAY December 22, 2019 Fourth Sunday of Isaiah 7:10-14; Romans 1:1-7; :18-24 8:30AM: Jason McGoldrick † No PREP 9:45AM: Catholic Information Class (SH) 11:00AM: For the People 5:00PM: Evelyn Panzica

MONDAY, December 23, 2019 St. John of Kanty, Priest Malachi 3:1-4, 23-24; Luke 1:57-66 Office Closes at Noon 8:00AM: Frank Huthnance † 5:00PM: Miraculous Medal Novena (CH) 7:00PM: Novena of Masses (CH)

TUESDAY, December 24, 2019 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16; Luke 1:67-79 Office Closed 8:00AM: Louis Scarci † 4:00PM: Mass - Lois Wrenn † 6:30PM: Christmas Mass & Nativity Pageant - The Mc Intyre Family 11:00PM: Christmas Carols

WEDNESDAY, December 25, 2019 Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord Isaiah 52:7-10; Hebrews 1:1-6; John 1:1-18 Office Closed - Merry Christmas Midnight: Midnight Mass - Patsy Joseph Tine † 8:00AM: Christmas Day Mass - All Priests 10:00AM: Christmas Day Mass - Evelyn Panzica No Dinner and Doctrine No Choir Rehearsal

THURSDAY, December 26, 2019 Feast of St. Stephen, The First Martyr Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59; Matthew 10:17-22 Office Closed 8:00AM: Joseph and Florence Ferro † 7:00PM: Praise and Worship Prayer Group (CTR)

FRIDAY, December 27, 2019 Feast of St. John, Apostle and Evangelist 1 John 1:1-4; John 20:1a, 2-8 Office Closed 8:00AM: Communion Service (CH)

SATURDAY, December 28, 2019 Feast of the Holy Innocents, Martyrs 1 John 1: 5—2:2; :13-18 9:00AM: Susan Panzica † 3:15PM: Confessions (CH) 4:30PM: Nate Swann

SUNDAY December 29, 2019 Feast of the of , Mary and Joseph Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14; Colossians 3:12-21; Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23 8:30AM: Ovie and Ejiro Nelson-Twakor No PREP 9:45AM: Catholic Information Class (SH) 11:00AM: Onajefe Nelson- Twakor 2:00PM: Latin Mass - For the People 5:00PM: Evelyn Panzica CAFÉ: School Cafeteria FAM: FAM Orange St. LOFT: Choir Loft UR: Upper Room CH: Church GYM: School Gym MDS: Mount de Sales CTR: Center KCH: Knights of Columbus Hall RR: Resource Room SJS: St. Joseph School KOLBE: Kolbe Center REC: Rectory

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Dear Parishioners,

Today marks the fourth and final Sunday of Advent. Our preparations for the coming of our Savior are almost complet- ed. I would like to thank all who have participated in our Advent activities, music concerts, Christmas caroling on the steps, decorating, Breakfast with Santa, Advent Penance Service, the Novena of Masses, and other events, as I pray that all of these activities have been spiritually edifying this Advent Season.

As the days draw closer to Christmas, I like to meditate upon the night in which Jesus was born and to think about those who gathered at the stable to see the baby Jesus. I wonder what it must have been like to have been there and to be one of those special individuals who were able to see the newly born Jesus. What was going through the minds of the shep- herds as they watched this little baby in the ? Were they given the opportunity to hold the baby Jesus in their arms for a few moments? Were they able to see the Son of God behind the eyes of the baby? Could they imagine the hope and the goodness that this child would bring into the world? Life brings with it all kinds of possibilities. The future and the world feel the impact of the birth and the life of every child. The world has never been the same since the Light of the World, Jesus Christ, came into our world and into the darkness. May the child Jesus come into our hearts, into our lives and bring light in the midst of our darkness and may we experience the great joy and love and healing that he wants to bring to us. Fr. Wright and I pray that you may have a wonderful and blessed Christmas! Be safe in your travels and be joyful in the love that you share this Christmas!

Fr. Scott Winchel

Sanctuary Candle Important Information and Resources Sacrament of Baptism: In Memory of : Baptisms are celebrated once a month. Please contact our office Marianna Zilaro to register.

Confessions: Mon thru Fri: 7:30 am to 7:50 am Sat: 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm

Anointing of the Sick: After Saturday morning Mass and by request

Sacrament of Matrimony: Arrangements should be made at least six months in advance. Participation in a marriage preparation program is required.

Please call parish office for more information. Do not set a date Pastor: Very Rev. J. Scott Winchel prior to speaking to the priest or deacon.

Parochial Vicar: Rev. John Wright Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA): Permanent Deacon: Donald Coates Interested in becoming Catholic, contact Fr. Winchel at [email protected]. School Principal: Alex Porto Religious Education: Religious Education: Mollie Germann Sunday 9:45 am - 10:45 am, Mid-August - May. Music Director/Organist: Nelda Chapman Bookstore/Gift Shop: Youth Director: Patrick Tunnell Tues - Sat: 2:30 - 4:30 pm & following each weekend Mass.

Finance: Janet Williams, Patti Stinson Phone Numbers: Receptionist/Secretary: Cindy Zilaro Saint Joseph Bookstore - 478-743-9224 Saint Joseph School - 478-742-0636 Nursery Coordinator: Dianne Carter Mount de Sales Academy - 478-751-3240 Bulletin: Jim Zila ro Family Advancement Ministries - 478-745-7165 Maximilian Kolbe Center For Life - 478-257-4425 Maintenance Supervisor: David Rubbo Daybreak - 478-216-9119 Pastoral Council President: Kathryn McCannon Sexual Abuse of Minors and Diocesan Policy - 1-888-357-5330 3

Activities Here and Around St. Joseph’s The Most Reverend Gregory Hartmayer, Office Closings For The Holidays OFM Conv., Bishop of Savannah Christmas:

Invites all couples celebrating their Silver or Gold (25th or 50th) Monday, December 23rd, Noon thru Friday, December 27th. Wedding Anniversaries in 2020 Will re-open Monday, December 30th at 9:30AM.

to join him in celebrating the New Year’s: Gold & Silver Wedding Jubilee Wednesday January 1st and Thursday January 2nd. Anniversary Mass Will re-open Friday, January 3rd at 9:30AM.

in your honor at the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist in Savannah, Georgia on Sunday: February 23, 2020 @11:30 am

Those wishing to attend should contact the parish office or register online at www.diosav.org/gold-and-silver by January 6, 2020 in order to receive a formal invitation with the detailed information. Questions? Contact the Diocesan Office of Marriage, Family and Respect Life, 912-201-4068.

Christmas Caroling

OUR PRIESTS AND STAFF The St. Joseph Pastoral Council invites all of our parishioners, AT SAINT JOSEPH family, and friends to join us in singing Christmas Carols on the front steps of the church after the 5:00 PM Sunday Mass, WISH YOU ALL December 22nd. Come join in the fun! A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS!

St. Joseph’s Catholic School

From our St. Joseph’s School Family to Your Family

“The giver of every good and perfect gift has called upon us to mimic His giving, by grace, through faith, and this is not of ourselves.” ~ St. Nicholas

We wish you a blessed Christmas season filled with the wonder of the birth of Christ, the warmth of the Holiday spirit, and the love of family and friends.

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Around the Deanery and the Diocese Kolbe Center

Don’t know what to give this Christmas? Give a Kolbe Christ- mas Card in someone’s name and the Kolbe Center will mail them a Christmas card acknowledging that the gift made in their name helps mothers and infants. Giving levels below are provided for convenience but no gift is too big or too small. Platinum Diaper Level - $100.00 Gold Diaper Level - $50.00 Silver Diaper Level - $25.00 Bronze Diaper Level - $15.00 The Nativity of the Lord Scripture Contact the Kolbe Center at [email protected] or Readings (478) 257-4425.

First Reading: All the ends of the earth will behold the salvation of our God. (Isaiah 52:10b) Psalm: All the ends of the earth have seen the saving power of God. (Psalms 98) Second Reading: When he had accomplished purification from sins, he took his seat at the right hand of the Majesty on high. (Hebrew 1:3b) Gospel: The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us, and we saw his glory, the glory as of the Father’s only Son, full of grace and truth. (John 1:14)

Kolbe Center First Thursdays

First Thursdays with Sister Elizabeth at the Kolbe Center will continue with her next talk scheduled for January 9th at 7:00PM. Sister Elizabeth will FaceTime in from the Sisters’ ABUSE HOTLINE NUMBER house in Utica, New York. Her first two sessions have been a big hit! Plan to attend and hear Sister’s inspirational words at To report sexual abuse of a minor at a Diocese of Savannah the Kolbe Center, 833 Walnut Street. Dinner will be provided! Church, School or sponsored event, call the abuse hotline at Call (478) 257-4425. for more information. 1-888-357-5330

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Please say a prayer for all the following:

US Army US Navy US Air Force SPC. Christopher J. Barry LCDR. Burnes Brown Maj. Amy Bates CSM. Marlon Faulds PO2. David Bushey Maj. Richard Ray Sgt. Charles Faulds MMFN/SS. Brandon Fowler Capt. Kyle Stramblad Sgt. Brian Godwin PC2 T. Michael LeMaster Capt. Robert Johnson Pfc. Ian Hayward SN. Mills Misinco TSgt. Kaitlyn Salvatore Maj. Sean Michelson PO2. James A. Palmer, III SSgt. Daniel Letchworth Sgt. Josh Scroggins SGT. Scott Johnson Capt. Paul Elsbernd SPEC Forces Derek King LT. Christine Russell Petty Capt. Reed Elsbernd LTC. Mark R. McClellan LT. Thomas Petty SSgt. Douglas Heiman The Sick Capt. Grace McClellan LT. Nicholas D. Maskell Sgt. Anthony Trujillo LT. Jason M. Conner Dot Kelley Pfc. John Conrad Catto ENS. Zackary W. Putman US Marine Corps Margie Massenburg SPC Jan Michael Oliva CDR. Wrenn Landers SSgt. C. William Stanford Evelyn Panzica STS3. James E Carter Lt. Jeremiah Harding Debbie Stallworth US Army Reserves IC3. Nathan Treiber Sgt. Alonza Richardson Roger Walden SSG. Kenneth Aguiar The Faithful Departed Welcome to our New Members Ted Baar

Expectant Mothers & Their Babies Our Seminarians

Blake Hall Deacon Nate Swann, Lewis King, Michael Downey, Will Cook Jennifer Jamison

Register/Address Change

If you are new to our parish and would like to register with us or have had a Marriage Banns change in address, please complete the form below and drop it in the offering basket at Mass or mail to the address on the form. Upon receipt, a parish Recent Baptisms Marriages registration form will be mailed to you. Maggie Abell and Brian Mears Robert Lee Hartfield ————————————————— December 14th, 2019

Name______Advent Trivia

Address______1. The word crèche means ______. a) “candy canes” in Russian, b) “jump like a French ballet dancer”, c) “crush” in French, d) “a representation of the City______Zip______Nativity scene”.

2. Mary and Joseph traveled from Nazareth to ______, even though Mary Phone______was nine months pregnant. a) Jerusalem, b) , c) Rome, d) Egypt.

Email______3. It was snowing when Jesus was born on the first Christmas. True or False. 4. The Feast of the celebrates ______. a) the angel’s New Parishioner announcement to Mary that she would be Jesus’ mother, b) the birth of Jesus, c) Jesus’ graduation from college, d) when Jesus told Pontius Pilate that he Change of Address was God.

Return completed form to: 5. Joseph found a fancy hotel for Mary to rest in before she went to the hospital St. Joseph Catholic Church to deliver the baby Jesus. True or False. 830 Poplar St. Macon, GA 31201 Answers for last week: 1.C 2.False 3. D 4. A 5. B 6

Offertory for 12/08/19 Bishop’s Annual Appeal

Collected: $00,000 As of December 5th, 2019 Same time last year: $00,000 Parish Goal: $120,057 Weekly average budgeted: $23,165 Total Given: $118,120 December Second Collection: Diocese of Savannah Catholic Schools 12/25 Online Giving

Online Giving allows us to make contributions to our church Interested in how you can leave a without writing checks or worrying about cash donations. If you would like to give online go to our St. Joseph online giving donation to St. Joseph’s in your will? website https://www.osvonlinegiving.com/697 to sign up or give Contact us at the parish office. us a call at our parish office: 478-745-1631

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Christmas Masses: *** Videos, Movies, Audio Talks, E-Books*** This is a Holy Day of Obligation. Share openly with family, friends, neighbors Tuesday, December 24th at 4:00PM, 6:30PM (Children’s Mass & Nativity Pageant), and Midnight Mass. Christmas Carols All Provided Free by Saint Joseph Parish 11:00PM before the Midnight Mass. Wednesday, December 25th at 8:00AM and 10:00AM Go to: https://stjosephmacon.formed.org.

Click on the “Register Now” Box New Year’s Masses: This is a Holy Day of Obligation. Warning: Use of Formed.org may be habit Tuesday, December 31st, Mass at 5:00PM forming. Side effects, you will fall more in love Wednesday, January 1st at 9:00AM and 11:00AM with Christ and the Church!

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