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St. Cecilia Catholic Church Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston 11720 Joan of Arc Drive · Houston, Texas · 77024-2602 · 713-465-3414 · www.SaintCecilia.org

CLERGY SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE Reverend Francis M. Macatangay, Pastor Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Reverend Michael McFall, Parochial Vicar Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, and 11:00 a.m. (English) Reverend Giovanni Nguyen, Parochial Vicar 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. (Spanish) Deacon Frank Davis, III 5:30 p.m. Life Teen (English) Deacon Greg Evans Deacon Sam Mancuso WEEKDAY MASSES Deacon Don Bradley 713-465-6178 Monday: 8:15 a.m. Tuesday: 8:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. PARISH STAFF Wednesday: 8:15 a.m. Director of Liturgy and Music Thursday: 8:15 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. (Spanish) Mr. Andrew Meinen, [email protected] Friday: 8:15 a.m. Director of Lifelong Faith Formation Saturday: 9:00 a.m. Ms. Karen Ann Martin, [email protected] Director of Community Life and Stewardship RECONCILIATION Ms. Stasie Smith, [email protected] Saturday: 3:30-4:30 p.m. or appointment Director of Parish Administration Ms. Daisy O’Halloran, [email protected] PASTORAL OFFICE: Day School Principal 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday Mr. Jeff Matthews, [email protected] 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturday 12:30-1:30 p.m. Closed for Lunch PASTORAL COUNCIL Please call the Pastoral Office for Anointing of the Meets 2nd Thursday of each month. Sick, for Marriage Preparation, and for Baptism. Tom McQuilling, Chairperson. Members: Fr. Francis *In the event of life & death emergencies after office Macatangay, Ricardo Fernandez, Michelle Forrester, hours (if a priest is needed), please call 713-416-3222. Graciela Garcia, Allan Klenke, Jeff Laird, Elsie Laynez, Jane Mancuso, Jennifer Petree, Gil Ramon, Jeanma- THE SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL OFFICE rie Stevenson, and Missy Wibbelsman. Questions or (for assistance to those in need) 713-468-1185 comments? Please email us at: [email protected] BIRTHRIGHT OFFICE: 713-465-4058

FINANCE COUNCIL GABRIEL PROJECT OFFICE: 713-225-5826 Meets 4th Thursday of each month. Members: Steve Landry, Chairperson. Members: Fr. The Sunday Bulletin deadline is each Friday at 12 p.m. Francis Macatangay, Billy Ambrose, Maria Bahena, (2 weeks in advance of publication date) Christina Carroll, Tammy Coker, Kristi Hyzak, Daisy Email requests to: [email protected] O’Halloran, Stasie Smith, and Lloyd Waguespack Page 2 January 7, 2018 The Epiphany of the Lord

Weekly Highlight: Fr. Giovanni

Greetings to everyone!

My name is Fr. Giovanni Nguyen. I was born in Saigon, Vietnam. I had my formation under the Dominican Order in Vietnam and was ordained to the Deaconate in 1996. In 1998, I went to Italy to further my study and work for the Dominican Order in Rome, Italy. In 2000, I was ordained to the priesthood. My fellow Domini- can brothers here in Italy used to call me "Padre Giovanni" and that name has stuck with me until today. In 2004, I moved to Houston and stayed with the Vietnamese Dominican Fathers at Our Lady of LaVang's Church. In 2010, I became a diocesan priest of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.

My first assignment was at Vietnamese Martyrs Church from 2010 to 2014. From 2014 to November 2017, I was assigned to St. Michael's Catholic Church in Lake Jackson, Texas. Now, my third assignment is here at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, where I have already met so many hospitable and lovable people. Parish The motto that I used to share with my previous parishes was, “God has a plan for Administration: each and every one of us!" In His providential plan, God has brought me here, to Daisy O’Halloran St. Cecilia’s. I feel as if coming from the countryside, everything seemed so new to Director me. I am very blessed to have Fr. Francis and Fr. Michael who both have shown me [email protected] around and guided me to help make the transition easy and smooth. I have also met the wonderful and kind staff members. Jorge Cardenas Associate Director [email protected] Some have asked me about my vocation. My parents sent me to a boarding school ran by Catholic nuns when I was six years old. I stayed there until I finished ele- Lloyd Waguespack mentary, after that I went to a middle and intermediate school ran by St. Vincent de Accountant Paul's priests. I was thinking to myself, had I stayed longer with the nuns, I might [email protected] have become a nice 'nun' by now ha! My real vocation formation was under the Elaine Rossi Dominicans, the Order of Preachers and now, my most recent vocation is here at Parish Secretary St. Cecilia. [email protected] I am very excited and happy to be here. This area reminds me very much of Rome, Mirta Garcia where I used to live. I hope, with your help, that I will be able to serve you well Parish Receptionist [email protected] here, at this 'Little Italy' parish. Life-Long Faith Yours in Christ and in St. Cecilia, Formation: Fr. Giovanni Karen Ann Martin Director [email protected] Communal Prayer before the Blessed Sacrament Mayra Morales Administrative Assistant “During the exposition, there should be prayers, songs, and readings to direct the [email protected] attention of the faithful worship of Christ the Lord.” Holy Communion and Worship of the Eucharist Outside Mass, 95 Adult/RCIA: Kimberly Newcomb 1st Saturday of each month 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. [email protected] – Movimiento Familiar Cristiano 2nd Saturday of each month 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Pastoral Care: – Virgen de Guadalupe Peregrina Frank Davis 3rd Friday of each month 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. [email protected] – Noche Bíblica 3rd Saturday of each month 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Colleen Bryse – Maranathá Young Adult Group [email protected] 4th Saturday of each month 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. – Matachines The Epiphany of the Lord January 7, 2018 Page 3

Mass Intentions and Readings for the Week Monday, Is 55:1-11 or 1 Jn. 5:1-9 8:15 a.m Grace A. Pitner † January 8th Mk 1:7-11

Tuesday, 1 Sm 1:9-20 8:15 a.m. George Conner † & Family January 9th Mk 1:21-28 5:30 p.m. George Conner †

Wednesday, 1 Sm 3:1-10, 19-20 8:15 a.m. Reilly Fluellen January 10th Mk 1:29-39 Liturgy and Music: Andrew Meinen Thursday, 1 Sm 4:1-11 8:15 a.m. Mona Flower † Director January 11th 7:00 p.m. Lucia Castillo † Mk 1:40-45 [email protected]

Friday, 1 Sm 8:4-7, 10-22A 8:15 a.m. Kevin Gardner † Tracy Oliver January 12th Mk 2:1-12 [email protected]

Saturday, 1 Sm 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1 9:00 a.m. Tisher Reynolds KM † January 13th Mk 2:13-17 5:00 p.m. Sally & Ted Holy

Sunday, 1 Sm 3:3B-10, 19 7:30 a.m. Motal Family Deceased January 14th 1 Cor 6:13C-15A, 17-20 Members Jn 1:35-42 9:00 a.m. Steven Vickers † 11:00 a.m. Albert & Rosa Romano † 1:00 p.m. Leoncio (Leo) Caballero † 3:00 p.m. Herbert Krebs † 5:30 p.m. Irene Rettger †

Event Date Time Place

Life Teen 1/07 7:00 p.m. Youth Room 6

KIDs Club Classes 1/07 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. St. Cecilia Catholic School 5 Parish Hurricane Relief Ongoing Efforts 1/08 7:00 p.m. Community Center 8 Bereavement Meeting 1/13 10:00 a.m. Community Center - Room 201 8 Centering Prayer 1/17 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Community Center – Room # 202 - Prime Timers' Luncheon 1/18 12:00 p.m. Community Center 8 Youth Volunteer Appreciation Party 1/19 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Community Center 6 Welcoming Sunday 1/21 After 9 & 11 am Masses Community Center - Room 204 - **Due to limited parking on the Church grounds and the neighboring streets, a shuttle service from Bunker Hill Elementary School (11950 FinancialTaylorcrest) Peace will be University available on Christmas Eve from1/23 2:30 pm to 6:307 p.m. pm.** Community Center 8 Pastoral Council Discerning New Members 1/27 9:00 a.m. School Library 9 Volunteer Appreciation Dinner 1/27 6:00 p.m. Community Center 7 St. Cecilia Valentine’s Wine Dinner 2/10 Details to come Community Center 9 Parish Lenten MissionMeeting 2/25 - 27 Details to come Details to come 5 Page 4 January 7, 2018 The Epiphany of the Lord

Stewardship

Collections for December 24, 2017 Collections for December 17, 2017 Community Life and Stewardship: 5:00 p.m. Saturday $11,011.00 5:00 p.m. Saturday $6,701.00 7:00 a.m. Sunday $1,024.00 7:30 a.m. Sunday $2,406.00 Stasie Smith 7:30 a.m. Sunday $1,878.00 9:00 a.m. Sunday $6,200.25 Director [email protected] 9:00 a.m. Sunday $6,520.03 11:00 a.m. Sunday $4,233.00 1:00 p.m. Sunday No Mass 1:00 p.m. Sunday $2,841.50 Tonia Candelario [email protected] 3:00 p.m. Sunday No Mass 3:00 p.m. Sunday $1,269.00

Yesenia Andablo 5:30 p.m. Sunday No Mass 5:30 p.m. Sunday $2,879.00 [email protected] Mail and Drop-offs - Mail and Drop-offs $9,779.00 Faith Direct $10,203.70 Faith Direct - Maribel Mendoza [email protected] Large Donations/Stock $2,765.00 Large Donations/Stock $20,500.00 Candle Monies $546.00 Candle Monies - Our Lady of Guadalupe $1,183.00 Second Collections:

Today: Week Total $33,947.73 Week Total $57,991.75 St. Vincent de Paul

January 28th: Bishop's Fund for Latin Children’s Collection $1,885.00 Children’s Collection $612.00 America DSF $2,146.00 DSF $1,166.00 Christmas Masses $40,787.25 www.SaintCecilia.org Donate Online To donate online, visit www.faithdirect.net Parish code: TX616

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Religious Education for Children

Children’s Faith Formation programs and events are for children in pre-k 4 through grade 5. For more information please contact Rosemary Munoz at 713-579-2640 (direct line), [email protected] or Cecilia Morillo at [email protected].

Faith Formation (CCE) for children with special needs: This is the third year we are offering this class. Contact us if you or someone you know can benefit from this program.

KIDs Club Schedule: January 7th, and 21st - Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. classes January 10th, 17th and 24th - Wednesday 6:15 p.m. classes Family Life: February 4th, 11th and 18th - Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. classes February 7th, 21st and 28th - Wednesday 6:15 p.m. classes Alicia Quintanilla [email protected] KIDs Club Registration: Registration forms for KIDs Club are available in the parish office or on the parish website. Simply vist: Children: www.saintcecilia.org/llifelongfaithformation. Rosemary Munoz KIDs Club Volunteers needed: [email protected] Volunteers are needed for the special needs class. No Experience is necessary just a desire to share your faith with the children of our parish. All volunteers for Cecilia Morillo children’s programs are required to attend a VIRTUS workshop and background [email protected] check. Please visit www.virtus.org to register. Parish Nursery: Children’s Liturgy of the Word: The next Children’s Liturgy of the Word will be January 7th, 14th and 21st, during the 9:00 a.m. Mass. February 4th 11th and Martina Razo 18th during the 9:00 a.m. Mass. We invite and welcome children ages kindergar- [email protected] ten through grade 4 to hear the Word of God from the Children’s Lectionary. For this to be offered every Sunday, more leaders are needed. RCIA (adapted for children and youth) The RCIA process for children is in need for an added team member to assist with the parent/child sessions and other planned celebrations.

First Eucharist Parent meetings scheduled: February 12, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Center

Children’s Collection

"My good deed was ..."

• I volunteered at a shelter. • I made cookies for my friends. • I helped my mom clean after the party. • I cleaned my room all by myself. • I behaved all day while we had guests over. • I prayed for all the aminals of the world.

Parish Lenten Mission Meeting

February 25th - 27th, 2018 “Igniting our Faith!”

Save the date — Parish Lenten Mission, led by father-daughter team Michal and Ali Hoffman. February 25 - 27, 2018. Page 6 January 7, 2018 The Epiphany of the Lord

Youth Ministry (High School)

Life Teen will return Sunday, January 7th for our Life Teen Family night.

The Life Teen Family night will be in the church and parents are welcome to attend!

All confirmed juniors and seniors are invited to this awesome weekend in Surfside Beach, TX. This leadership retreat will be going deep! Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, confession, worship, and lots of fun all while experiencing the beauty of God's cre- Youth Ministry: ation! We will be staying at the Big Kahuna, which is right on the water. The cost of the retreat is $100 and includes meals and transportation. Registration forms can David Thies (High School) be found in the youth room! [email protected]

Adult First Communion & Confirmation

Did you miss your First Communion? Are you Catholic but not Confirmed? If you are an adult who has not re- ceived their First Communion and/or Confirmation, please contact Kimberly Newcomb at knewcomb@saintcecilia.org for information on classes that will begin in January.

¿Te falta tu primera comunión? ¿Eres católico pero no confirmado? Si usted es un adulto que no ha recibido su Primera Comunión y / o Confirmación, comuníquese con Mayra Morales, [email protected]; para obtener información sobre las clases que comenzarán en enero.

Save the Date: Youth Volunteer Appreciation Party The Epiphany of the Lord January 7, 2018 Page 7

Texas Rally for Life in Austin, Tx

Saturday, January 27, 2018 Cost: $25 per adult

The Texas Rally for Life in Austin, Texas will take place on Saturday, January 27, 2018. Join Catholics from around Texas in support of life from conception to natural death. Cardinal DiNardo will offer Mass at St. Vincent dePaul Church at 8:15 a.m. before departure for Austin on buses chartered by the Archdiocese.

Schedule 12 p.m. — Ministry Fair at 17th St and North Congress Avenue 1 p.m. — March to the Capitol 2 – 3 p.m. — Rally on the South Grounds of the Capitol

Rally Texas por la Vida 27 de Enero 2018 Costo: $25.00/persona

Cardenal DiNardo presedira la misa. Los autobuses saldran con rumbo a Austin despues de la misa La marcha y el Rally por la Vida daran inicio a la 1:00 pm. Las registraciones se abriran el 1 de noviembre.

Misa 8:15 am en: St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church 6800 Buffalo Speedway. Houston, TX 77025

Para registrarte visita: archgh.cvent.com/TexasRallyforLife2018 Habra autobuses que saldran de distintas parroquias. Llama a la oficina de Actividades Pro-Vida al (713)440-3443 para encontrar la ubicacion mas cercana a ti.

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Parish Hurricane Relief Ongoing Efforts

Monday, January 8th at 7 p.m. Community Center

Where are you and your family now, post-Harvey, emotionally, spiritually, physically, socially and intellectually?

Deborah Krummel, LPC & Dr. Richard Krummel, of Krummel & Associates, P.C. are presenting a talk on processing stress as families and couples. We will also discuss the possible need for more emotional support by our families. Those who were impacted by the flood are invited on Monday, January 8th at 7 p.m. in the Community Center. Babysitting will be provided, please RSVP to [email protected]

Bereavement Saturday, January 13th Community Center - Room 201

Have you lost a spouse, a child, or a loved one, and feel like you are walking through the wilderness of grief? Our purpose is to offer spiritual and emotional support to each other and to others in our community with the healing comfort of God to all who mourn a loss through death. You are invited to join the St. Cecilia Bereavement Group. We meet the second Saturday of each month. Please join us at our next meeting.

Prime Timers' Luncheon

January 18, 2018 Mark your calendar for next year! Community Center February 15, 2018- Bingo March 15, 2018 - Entertainment Prime Timers’ January luncheon will be on Thursday, January 18th. April 19, 2018 Come play bridge, dominoes, and card games. Lunch is $5.00 and will May 17, 2018- Bingo be served at noon. If you have a question concerning the luncheon call June 21, 2018 Colleen Bryse at 713-465-3414 and questions concerning bridge, dominoes and card games please email Linda at [email protected].

New Years Resolution - Lose Debt/Become Debt Free

Consider losing the weight of debt and building strength in your assets by attending the upcoming Dave Ramsey's Finan- cial Peace University course beginning on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 7 p.m. in the Community Center.

In just nine weeks, the average person who attends the once a week meeting and follows the simple baby steps,reduces the weight of their debt and increases the strength of their savings regardless of their financial situ- ation. Whether it’s budget control, insurance, real estate, smart purchases or investing, each lesson is invaluable.

Come to the first meeting and we’ll show you how this proven process can help you become better managers of your money. It will change your life.

For more information or questions, contact Ron Peterson at [email protected] or 832-746-1837. The Epiphany of the Lord January 7, 2018 Page 9

Pastoral Council

You’ve probably heard of the Pastoral Council, but you may not know our role or purpose. Our job is to offer counsel to Fr. Francis on Pastoral matters, particularly regarding the spiritual growth of the members of our parish. Pastoral Council is advisory only; we do not vote or have any power to make decisions. Our members are the “eyes and ears” of our fellow parishioners.

Our guide is the Pastoral Plan, which was completed in June of 2015. It is a 5-year plan that is in various stages of being implemented by our dedicated and caring Pastoral Staff.

Here at St. Cecilia, the Pastoral Council is comprised of 12 members, each serving a 3-year term. Four members are discerned each year to serve, and four members “roll off”, or complete their term. New Pastoral Council members are determined through the process of discernment. Discernment consists of prayer and reflection and the opportunity to offer a response to a series of questions related to the church, St. Cecilia, etc.

We will be discerning new members on Saturday, January 27th, 2018 beginning at 9 a.m in the school library. The names of our members and our e-mail address are always listed on the front of the bulletin. It is a privilege to serve St. Cecilia and represent you, our parishioners. If you have any questions about Pastoral Coun- cil, or discernment, please contact us at [email protected].

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Loving Embrace We meet on the third Thursday of each month from 7:30-9 p.m. The format of our meetings changes monthly, rotating between: couples dinner, ladies dinner, and couples discussion.

Loving Embrace is a Catholic educational support group for couples who have endured or are presently enduring the pain and suffering of infertility. The group provides support for coping with infertility and explores resources, methods, and Shannon Lassen options that are morally faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church. For in- 832-978-6716 formation contact Shannon Lassen at 832-978-6716 or infertilitysupporthous- [email protected].

The Gathering Place The Gathering Place is a stimulating, for a loved one with dementia while loving and fun environment where vol- they enjoy games, crafts, entertainment unteers offer interactive and affirming lunch and other fun activities. Caregiv- activities designed for members of the ers may choose to use this opportuni- congregation and community who suf- ty for respite, or may opt to participate fer with memory loss. The program is along with their care partner. free. To volunteer, call Lorrie Dawlearn at Lorrie Dawlearn The Gathering Place is a partnership be- 713-783-7903. To register a loved one 713-783-7903 tween St. Cecilia and Interfaith CarePart- to attend this free program, please con- Tom Breaux ners and is one of 58 participating contact Tom Breaux at 713-682-5995 ext. 713-682-5995 ext. 210 gregations that offer 3 1/2 hours of 210. respite from the challenges of caring

Please Pray for the Sick and the Departed Please pray for all of those who are ill, including:

Joe Atalig Carlos Sera Theresa Jamail Michael Barnhouse Violet Yee James Baker Lilly Nguyen Mary Rose Estrada Irene Evans Rolly Santiago Sara Harvey Jennifer Schneider Pat Flanagan Butch Kamer Lillian Renaud Piccoletti Morillo Jules Faye Richard Cruz Amelyn Agoncillo Jose Marin Donna Sloan Erika Wimberly Glen Butler Barbara Flake Elyas Fejarang

Please pray for the souls of the faithful departed. Please contact Deacon Frank Davis at [email protected] Ruby Mejillano or Colleen Bryse at Celia Mendiola Martin cbryse@saintcecilia. Aurora Agoncillo org if you or a family “May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.” member are ill or in the hospital. Please note: Names of those who are sick will appear in the Sunday bulletin for two months. At the end of this two month period, names will be inscribed in our Prayer Book, located in the Chapel of Reservation, where we continue to pray for all of the sick. Obituaries of those who have died may be found at: www.legacy.com/obituaries/houstonchronicle.