Annunciation Parish @ Saint Gabriel Church January 15, 2017

Pastors Thoughts John the Baptist’s words and actions unmistakably point to Jesus, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world” (Jn 1:29). The greatest man born of a woman (Mt 11:11, Lk 7:28) always testifies that Christ “is the Son of God” (Jn 1:34). The readings today invite us to reflect on our words and actions. To whom do our lives point? What kind of testimony do we give? Do we strive to be “dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus” (Rom 6:11)? Are we “imitators of God as beloved children and live in love as Christ loved us” (Eph 5:1-2)? The way we treat and interact with one another is our answer to these questions. And this answer can either bring others to the faith or become an obstacle to follow the Lord.

If you would like a copy of your contributions for the year 2016, please fill out the coupon below and drop in collection basket. 2016 STATEMENT OF CONTRIBUTIONS

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HAPPENINGS IN THE PARISH January 17th - Fr. Dan’s class resumes @ 7:00 PM January 22nd Feast of Altagracia January 26th - Monthly Dinner 4:00 – 6:30 PM January 30th – Baptism Class @ 7:00 PM

NEXT SUNDAY, January 22, we will celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Altagracia – Mary the Mother of God. This is devotion among the Dominican population. We will begin with a special mass, celebrated by Bishop Joseph Bambera, followed by a Fiesta in the church hall. All are most welcome!!!

WE NEED YOUR HELP!!!!!! As you all know our Monthly Dinners are a big income for the parish and they are always successful. BUT we can certainly use EXTRA help every month. It is a process that takes place over two days to get setup, prepare the food, serve the food and then of course the clean up. So if you would like to volunteer your time one of the two days or maybe both, we would love to have you. Contact the rectory Monday – Friday and we will get you hooked up with the right person.

NEXT MONTHLY DINNER ST. GABRIEL'S CHURCH THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 2017 4:00 PM TILL 6:30 PM PASTA/HOMEMADE MEATBALLS VEGETABLE SOUP GARLIC BREAD DESSERTS & BEVERAGES Adults $8.00 ---Children $4.00 Take-outs available $8.50

KITCHEN CREW MEETING is scheduled for Wednesday, January 18th beginning at 10:00 AM in the church hall.

ANNUNCIATION PARISH Needs and expenses of the parish Weekend of January 8th $5760.00

ANNUNCIATION PARISH HEALING SERVICE- is held on the first Thursday of each month. The Holy Misfits Band who are the musicians for the service are looking for a vocalist who can sing in Spanish and English. If you can sing or play an instrument and would like to offer it to God, we welcome you to participate.

LECTORS/MINISTERS With your last schedule you were asked to please provide your email address to the parish. Many of you have done that and we thank you. But there are still a few that we have not heard from. If you could take a moment and mark it on a piece of paper and drop in the collection basket or email it to the parish email that would be great!

CATHOLIC KARATE & SCRIPTURE is starting up 2 beginner classes, he is accepting 5 new families per location. St.John Bosco in Conyngham, and Most Precious Blood in Hazleton. Each class starts and ends with a blessing, scripture and prayer are also part of the class. A 2 month course $60.00, $10.00 off for 2 nd family member. Contact Sensei Burns at 570 – 578 -3499 to reserve your spot.

25/50 Wedding Anniversary Mass - June 11, 2017 His Excellency, the Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of Scranton, the Office for Parish Life wish to invite couples celebrating their 25th & 50th Anniversary in 2017 to a Wedding Anniversary mass, June 11th. The mass will take place at 2:30 PM followed by a reception. To request an invitation, call the parish office. MASS INTENTIONS MONDAY, JANUARY 16th FRIDAY, JANUARY 20th 7:00 AM Eleanor Pollock…Husband, 7:00 AM Veronica McGeehan…Molly Bernard Maue 12:10 PM Margaret Rolland…Karen Delfine 12:10 PM Pamela Burton…Therese TUESDAY, JANUARY 17th Zogby 7:00 AM Frances Genetti…Ron/Sharon SATURDAY, JANUARY 21st Maue 8:00 AM Vincent Kowalick…Mary Tarone 12:10 PM Beatrice Kesselring…Henry Filbert 4:00 PM Jack McBride…Family WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18th SUNDAY, JANUARY 22nd 7:00 AM Anna Russo….Fran Cole 7:30 AM Corinne Malloy…Family 12:10 PM Kathy Dufallo..Martha Fulton 10:15 AM Angeline Panzarella…Mrs. THURSDAY, JANUARY 19th Margaret & Margaret Ann Enama 7:00 AM Tom Malloy…Graziano Family 12:00 PM For the People 12:10 PM Edward Olexa….Family 5:30 PM Joseph Barletta…Jean Przybeck 7:00 PM Special Intention