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St. Andrew the Apostle

Our Mission is... To live in God's peace by embracing the mind and heart of , under the guidance of the Holy Spirit...

Centered in the Eucharist and living the as Disciples of , we seek fulfillment through prayer, worship, education and Christian fellowship. As stewards of God's love, sharing our gifts and talents, we serve others both in and outside of our parish.

Our Vision is... To be the model of a vibrant, loving and diverse faith community, welcoming all in the Catholic tradition.

Saturday Vigil 4:00 pm Sunday 8:00 & 10:00 am

Daily Mass Monday - Saturday 8:00 am

The Baptism of Our Lord Saturday 3:15 pm

856-784-3878 www.ChurchofStAndrews.org From the Pastor’s Desk

Several years ago, I served This was the very moment for which Jesus had been as the Executive Director of waiting. Men and women were conscious of their sin the St. Pius X Retreat and conscious of their need for God. The time was House in Blackwood, NJ. now ripe. Jesus had prepared so long to begin his At the time, the Retreat public ministry. The people realized their conscious House was located directly need for God, and the Father revealed (made next door to the 's manifest) who, and what Jesus was, at that very Residence, and, from time moment. Remember, Epiphany means manifestation, to time, various prelates and the by in the Jordan is would come to spend time another manifestation of God…and ends the in prayer while visiting our Christmas season. local Bishop. Frequently, while spending time in prayer, many visiting and Cardinals would This event must have been so humbling for John. The request confession. At the time, I was only ordained idea of a powerful, important person submitting a few years, and I found it to be very humbling. himself to the simple acts of faith and that Despite a lifetime experience in the priesthood, these are suited to all of us is indeed touching. Everyone clerics knelt humbly in front of me to receive was deeply impressed at President Kennedy's humbly absolution. There are not enough words to express going to Sunday Mass in an ordinary Church, the feelings I experienced during those moments. especially in the little parish in Virginia that had so few Catholics. The priest came only twice a month. While reflecting on this week's Gospel, I thought John Similarly, our Lord, being baptized by St. John the the Baptist must have had similar feelings. There are Baptist, reminds us of the Sacrament of Baptism's many aspects of the life of Christ that we cannot extreme importance. It is not merely a ritual and not pretend entirely to understand. Choosing to be only a cleansing symbolization. Baptism is a direct baptized by St. John is one of those moments. We means of divine grace and redemption for us, in and realize that St. was puzzled and through our belief in Christ. This helps explain Christ's suggested to Christ that it should be Christ who action. He considered Baptism so vital that he chose would baptize him. After all, Jesus was sinless…. why to be baptized himself so that we might have not only did he need to get baptized at all? But Christ insisted, His words but His example to imitate. and St. John the Baptist gave in. As stated previously, Jesus considered Baptism I believe that he participated in this ritual because he extremely important. For that reason, He allowed was waiting for John the Baptist to call people John to baptize him in the Jordan River. That day in repentance. Before this, no Jewish person ever the Jordan, God the Father and Jesus went public. So, thought of submitting to Baptism. practiced as we close the Christmas season with this feast, let Baptism, but only for converts to Judaism. No Jew us resolve to "go public" for God. Let us never be ever conceived that he, a member of God's chosen afraid to go public with our faith in God. Let us do the people, could ever need Baptism. Baptism was for work of Christmas…and together….put the Gospel in the sinner, and no Jew ever imagined himself as a action. sinner, that is, shut out from God. For the first time May God's choicest blessings be upon you and your in their national history, the Jews realized their sin family in this New Year, and…their own need for God. There had never been such a unique national movement of penitence and With a loving and grateful heart, search for God. Msgr. Marucci, VF, Pastor

From the Pastor’s Desk

Memorial Christmas Tree Garden: I would like to and especially lifting in prayer each person/intention thank everyone that memorialized a loved one or mentioned. Once again, thank you to all who offered a prayer intention in our Christmas Tree participated this year. We ask everyone that Memorial Garden. I was overwhelmed by the participated to kindly remove your lights and number of people that would drive through the ornaments between today and Thursday so we can parking lot, park in front of their tree, or drive/walk remove the trees from the property. Two years ago, along the tree line to reflect on their loved ones in when we first started this Garden, I found a plastic heaven. The Garden is one of my favorite parts of bin and placed all the lights, ornaments, and photos Christmas at St. Andrew the Apostle Parish. For in the Bin. I marked it Dad's Memorial Christmas those who did not participate, it was unfortunate. Tree, and everything was ready for this year when it For all those memorialized, we offered Mass, a holy came time to decorate! hour, the Rosary, and the Divine Mercy Chaplet each day from December 12th through today, the Feast of FORMED.ORG: The and Heroes Collection the Baptism of the Lord, which ends the Christmas season. Heroes of the Faith. The Stories of real-life Saints &

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Penitential Act I confess to almighty God and to you, my and sisters, that I have greatly sinned, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do, through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault; therefore I ask blessed Mary ever-, all the and Saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God. Amen Lord, Have Mercy Lord, have mercy, Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy,

Gloria Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to people of good will. We praise you, we bless you, we adore you, we glorify you, we give you thanks for your great glory, Lord God, heavenly King, O God, almighty Father. Lord Jesus Christ, Only Begotten Son, Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us; you take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer; you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are Gathering Hymn the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in When Jesus Comes to Be Baptized the glory of God the Father. Amen. When Jesus comes to be baptized, He leaves the hidden years behind, The years of safety and of peace to bear the Liturgy of the Word sins of humankind. First Reading A reading from the Book of the Prophet The Spirit of the Lord comes down, anoints the Christ to Thus says the LORD: All you who are thirsty, come to suffering, To preach the word, to free the bound, and to the water! You who have no money, come, receive the mourner comfort bring. grain and eat; come, without paying and without

cost, drink wine and milk! Why spend your money He will not quench the dying flame, And what is bruised for what is not bread, your wages for what fails to he will not break, but heal the wound in justice dealt, and our of death His triumph make. satisfy? Heed me, and you shall eat well, you shall All rights reserved. Used with permission under ONE LICENSE delight in rich fare. Come to me heedfully, listen, #A-723805. that you may have life. I will renew with you the Introductory Rites everlasting covenant, the benefits assured to . Greeting As I made him a witness to the peoples, a leader and C. In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of commander of nations, so shall you summon a nation the Holy Spirit. you knew not, and nations that knew you not shall All. Amen. run to you, because of the LORD, your God, the Holy C. The Grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. One of Israel, who has glorified you. Seek the LORD All. And with your spirit

Mass and Worship while he may be found, call him while he is near. Let the love of God is this, that we keep his the scoundrel forsake his way, and the wicked man commandments. And his commandments are not his thoughts; let him turn to the LORD for mercy; to burdensome, for whoever is begotten by God our God, who is generous in forgiving. For my conquers the world. And the victory that conquers thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways the world is our faith. Who indeed is the victor over my ways, says the LORD. As high as the heavens are the world but the one who believes that Jesus is the above the earth so high are my ways above your Son of God? This is the one who came through water ways and my thoughts above your thoughts. For just and blood, Jesus Christ, not by water alone, but by as from the heavens the rain and snow come down water and blood. The Spirit is the one who testifies, and do not return there till they have watered the and the Spirit is truth. So there are three that testify, earth, making it fertile and fruitful, giving seed to the the Spirit, the water, and the blood, and the three one who sows and bread to the one who eats, so are of one accord. If we accept human testimony, the shall my word be that goes forth from my mouth; my testimony of God is surely greater. Now the word shall not return to me void, but shall do my will, testimony of God is this, that he has testified on achieving the end for which I sent it. behalf of his Son. The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

Responsorial Psalm Gospel Acclamation You will draw water joyfully from the springs of R. Alleluia, alleluia. salvation. John saw Jesus approaching him, and said: God indeed is my savior; confident and unafraid. Behold the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of My strength and my courage is the LORD, and he has the world been my savior. With joy you will draw water at the Alleluia, Alleluia fountain of salvation. Gospel You will draw water joyfully from the springs of The Lord be with you. And with your spirit. salvation. A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Mark. Give thanks to the LORD, acclaim his name; among Glory to You, O Lord. the nations make known his deeds, proclaim how This is what John the Baptist proclaimed: “One exalted is his name. mightier than I is coming after me. I am not worthy to You will draw water joyfully from the springs of stoop and loosen the thongs of his sandals. I have salvation. baptized you with water; he will baptize you with the Sing praise to the LORD for his glorious Holy Spirit.” It happened in those days that Jesus achievement; let this be known throughout all the came from Nazareth of and was baptized in earth. Shout with exultation, O city of Zion, for great the Jordan by John. On coming up out of the water in your midst is the Holy One of Israel! he saw the heavens being torn open and the Spirit, You will draw water joyfully from the springs of like a dove, descending upon him. And a voice came salvation. from the heavens, “You are my beloved Son; with

you I am well pleased.” Second Reading The Gospel of the Lord. A reading from the first Letter of John Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. Beloved: Everyone who believes that Jesus is the

Christ is begotten by God, and everyone who loves Homily the Father loves also the one begotten by him. In this way we know that we love the children of God Profession of Faith when we love God and obey his commandments. For I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, maker of

Mass and Worship heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible, I Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb. believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten All: Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God under my roof, but only say the word and my soul from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, shall be healed. begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; Concluding Rites and Final Blessing through him all things were made. For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven, and by Prayer to St. the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary. and O St Joseph, whose protection is so great, so strong, became man. For our sake he was crucified under so prompt before the throne of God, I place in thee , he suffered death and was buried, and all my interests and desires. O St. Joseph, assist me rose again on the third day in accordance with the by thy powerful intercession and obtain for me all Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at spiritual blessings through thy foster son, Jesus the right hand of the Father. He will come again in Christ Our Lord, so that, having engaged here below glory to judge the living and the dead and his thy heavenly power, I may offer thee my kingdom will have no end. I believe in the Holy Spirit, thanksgiving and homage. O St. Joseph, I never the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the weary contemplating thee and Jesus asleep in thine Father and the Son. who with the Father and the Son arms. I dare not approach while He reposes near is adored and glorified. who has spoken through the thy heart. Press him in my name and kiss His fine prophets. I believe in one, holy, catholic and head for me, and ask Him to return the kiss when I apostolic Church. I confess one Baptism for the draw my dying breath. St Joseph, of forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the departing souls, pray for me. Amen resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen

Liturgy of the Eucharist May the Lord accept the sacrifice at your hands for the praise and glory of his name, for our good and the good of all his holy Church. Amen.

The Lord's Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Lamb of God Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, grant us peace. Communion C. Behold the Lamb of God. All music has been printed with permission of OCP, One License and The Word Among Us. Behold him who takes away the sins of the world. For Whom Shall We Pray

“TO EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON AND A TIME SATURDAY, January 9, 2021 8:00AM + George Quinn r/b Marianne Kraus FOR EVERY PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN . . . + Mariakutty Peter r/b Annie Peter 4:00PM + Theresa D’Alesandro r/b Bob & Geri Borbe A Time to Be Healed . . . + Pat Javier r/b Nelly Sison Terri Sweeney Kirk Tang SUNDAY, January 10, 2021 Robert Fagan, Jr Lecetta Brown 8:00AM + L. Harting r/b Royer & Kathy Schwartz Kim Simone Linda Fox 10:00AM + Jeffrey DiDonato r/b DiDonato Family Joan Geier Julio Pastrano + Theresa May Price r/b Bob & Marge Merkert Barbara Curtis Carmella Sabatin + Valerie Patterson r/b Patricia Sawka William Robbins Lawrence Hill MONDAY, January 11, 2021 Randy Goldy Visitacion Urbiztondo 8:00AM + Judith L. Madden r/b DiRocco Family Mila Bravo Cheryl Kline L Mark & Bernadette Kauffman Gloria Preuitera Janet Lassby r/b Lourdes Calingasan Declan Laner Brian Horton TUESDAY, January 12, 2021 Francine Guarino Mary Bauman-Soards 8:00AM L Thomas Niesen—Happy 1st Birthday Andrew Urbiztondo Matt McCloskey r/b Grandmom & Grandpop Loretta Lipp Jane Mooney + Anthony D’Amico r/b Eugene Casole Bob Monetti Bob Freer WEDNESDAY, January 13, 2021 John Lopinski Carmella Armetta 8:00AM + Ford Fabello r/b Leonardo & Visitacion Brian Horton Luke McShane Urbiztondo Dena Miller Carol Antonelli THURSDAY, January 14, 2021 Sanja Masterson Ed Keefer 8:00AM + Frank Thatcher r/b Michelina O’Neill Michael Masterson Nick Smyth + Anna Haas r/b Bill Wagner Nicole Antonelli Ray McCausland FRIDAY, January 15, 2021 Alyssa James Joseph Caruso & Son 8:00AM + Rodolfo & Josefina Joven r/b Joven Family Licia Boccaforno Caddie Alfonso + Raymond J. Moffo, Sr. r/b Michelina O’Neill Eleanor Campanaro Mae Alfonso SATURDAY, January 16, 2021 Edward Troncone Dottie DiMattia 8:00AM + Leilani Talosig r/b Family & Friends 4:00PM + Eugene Egizi, Sr. r/b Bob & Geri Borbe A Time for Peace... + Giseppe & Antonina Graffeo Jon Beale John D. Vozzelli r/b Peter & Vitalba Graffeo Austin Tyler Cole, USMC Wyatt Williams, USMC SUNDAY, January 17, 2021 Robert F. Ianni Nicholas Grady, USAF 8:00AM + Robert Taylor r/b Dorothy Porto Vince Setineri, USMC Peter Ferro, USN 10:00AM + Elisa D. Schmidt r/b Jaworski Family Kristin Leone, USN + Leilani Talosig r/b Jeanie Eddis + Deceased L Living A Time to Die…

PRESIDER SCHEDULE William Lees Saturday, January 16th 4:00PM Fr. Victorino For Those Expecting New Life. . . Sunday, January 17th 8:00AM Fr. Victorino Allison Marantz DeMaio Kimberly Martin 10:00AM Fr. Victorino Beth Maiatico Cokely Kristen Brennan Cohen (Schedule subject to change) Alicia Falcone

Week of January 10th The Sanctuary candle burns in honor of The Blessed Mother candle burns with intentions of All frontline workers r/b St. Andrews Staff Dolly Murray r/b The Ferguson Family Good News and Notes

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Baptism of the Lord BAPTISM OF THE LORD

Sunday First Reading: Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7 Is 55:1-11; 1 Jn 5:1-9; Mk 1:7-11 Isaiah tells of the Lord’s Servant, who will be inconspicuous, but will not rest Monday until justice is established. The Lord then tells his servant that he was formed Heb 1:1-6; Mk 1:14-20 to be “a light for the nations.” Tuesday Second Reading: Acts 10:34-38 Heb 2:5-12; Mk 1:21-28 Peter speaks to a group of pagans for the first time. He explains to them that Wednesday any person who follows God’s will is acceptable to God, regardless of Heb 2:14-18; Mk 1:29-39 nationality. Thursday Heb 3:7-14; Mk 1:40-45 Gospel: :7-11 Friday John the Baptist had claimed one would come far more powerful than himself, one who would baptize with the Holy Spirit rather than water. When Heb 4:1-5, 11; Mk 2:1-12 Jesus came to John and was baptized, the Spirit descended on him and a voice Saturday said, “You are my beloved Son. On you my favor rests.” Heb 4:12-16; Mk 2:13-17 ©1999 Bon Venture Services, Inc. Good News and Notes

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Classes are in full swing with in-person classes meeting Monday at 5:00 pm, Virtual classes Tuesday at 5:00 pm, Eighth Grade virtual class Wednesday at 5:00 pm, and RCIA Thursday at 6:30. Home School classes are continuing. These parents have taken on the task of teaching their own children under our supervision and guidance.

CONFIRMATION: Eighth Grade classes meet on Wednesdays at 5pm. This year we are using a text that is very well known in Germany, but has not really taken hold in the U.S. It is based on the Youth Catechism (YOUCAT). Just before the Christmas break, we had a Zoom “Meet the Ministries”. At this Zoom our eighth graders were able to hear directly from our Ministry Leaders. Each one explained to the candidates what they do in their ministry and how the candidates can help them in this Pandemic. Each candidate went away with an assignment to fill out their Service Plan and submit it to us for approval. Just a reminder, each Confir- mation Candidate must spend a year in service to one of the ministries. If there are any questions please contact the CCD office at (856)783-0550. NOTE: To help the Eighth Graders we purchased a copy of the YOUCAT for each student. We cut costs by purchasing slightly used books in very good condition. If you have not done so, please pick up your copy in the CCD Office any afternoon after 2:30pm.

RCIA: ARE YOU AN ADULT WHO WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION, OR HOLY COMMUNION, OR ARE YOU SOMEONE WHO IS THINKING OF ENTERING THE CHURCH? Our online classes and discussion groups will pick up on Thursday January 7. Please contact Jim at [email protected] if you would like to “sit in” and see what it is all about, no pressure and no obligation.

NEW PARENTS WANTING THEIR CHILDREN BAPTIZED Please contact Jim at [email protected]. We can get your required instruction done via video conferencing and emails.

Beat the cold with some warm friends and fun activities! This week we decided to focus on some of the Saints! They are our friends and advocates, and their lives are an example of courage and strength. Many of us know that they walk with us through difficult times! You will hear some detailed descriptions of two saints, and we are asking that you gather a few facts about your favorite saint! Then on Thursday, Mary Lou has a new game called “Chronology!” In this game, you will win points if you can guess the timeframe of historical events! This looks like a lot of fun. What else are you doing on Tuesday and Thursday mornings? Please sign on and join in the fun! With the vaccine on the horizon, we will be able to meet again soon! If you would like to join our Zoom group, send an email to [email protected] and I will add you to the list. Lots of love!

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THE BAPTISM OF JESUS is attested to in the of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. The account that appears in Matthew is the only one to include the dialogue between Jesus and John, however. Another difference in Matthew’s presentation of this event is the announcement made by the voice from heaven, which says, “This is my beloved son”. In Mark and Luke, this voice addresses itself to Jesus: “You are my beloved son .”

The baptisms that John performs prefigure Christian Baptism. John baptizes for repentance from sin. In accepting this baptism, Jesus unites himself with all sinners even though he is sinless. In Matthew’s Gospel, John the Baptist distinguishes his practice of baptism from the Baptism that the brings: “I am baptizing you with water . . . He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire” (:11). This Sunday marks a transition from the Christmas season to Ordinary Time. In a way, today’s feast is the high point of the Christmas season. Before Jesus’ birth, angels announced to Mary and to Joseph who Jesus would be. At his birth, the shepherds and the Magi recognize Jesus as the Messiah. At his baptism, Jesus accepts that he is God’s son and inaugurates that mission. (Loyola Press, Sunday Connection) A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON THE SUNDAY READINGS RETROUVAILLE: REDISCOVER THE LOVE IN YOUR HIS WORD TODAY by Rev. William J. Reilly MARRIAGE Tens of thousands of couples have Most Holy Name , Garfield, NJ healed their marriages through Retrouvaille

(pronounced Retro-vy). If you know anyone who Baptism of the Lord could benefit from this program, please pass this January 10, 2021 on. Couples learn to build communication skills “One more powerful than I is to come after me. I am and to increase intimacy. It provides help for not fit to stoop and untie his sandal straps. I have marriage problems, difficulties or crises. The next baptized you in water; he will baptize you with the Holy program begins the weekend of February 12 - 14, Spirit... ‘You are my beloved Son. On you my favor 2021 at the Family Life Center in Malvern, PA. For rests.’” The familiar scene... the meeting of the cousins, more information, or to register, the theme of John’s preaching, pointing out the person visit www.HelpOurMarriage.org or call 215-766- of the Christ. The beginning of the ministry of Jesus. 3944 or 800-470-2230. All inquiries are strictly The clouds part, the dove of peace descends and the confidential. reassuring voice, another epiphany.

We celebrate our baptism, when the Lord reaches down to us, elevates us, making us members of His family, fills us with the gift of grace, and echoes the same words, ‘you are my beloved, on you my favor rests.’ Jesus began His ministry on the banks of the river, and we begin our lives as disciples, not just the day of our baptism, but again today as we offer thanks for God coming to us with His grace.