He told them, “Let us go on to the nearby villages that I may preach there also. For this purpose have I come.” -Mk 1:38

El les dijo: “Vamos a los pueblos cercanos para predicar también allá el Evangelio, pues para eso he venido”. -Mc 1,38

Many people compare their everyday lives STEWARDSHIP REFLECTIONS to running on a treadmill. They are always busy, always on the go, but never getting anywhere. Such people find themselves getting up in the morning, working, taking PRAYER TO JOSEPH THE WORKER care of their children, putting supper together, and then going to bed only to start the cycle over again the next morning. Though coronavirus has slowed things down for Glorious Saint Joseph, most people, it has also increased the monotony of life for so many. There are times Model of all those who are devoted to labor, when we’re not even sure what day of the week it is. All of it can cause us to question Obtain for me the grace the meaning of our lives and wonder if all the activity is worth it. to work in a spirit of penance In today’s first reading, Job expresses some of the same sentiments. As he puts it, For the expiation of my many sins; “Life on earth is a drudgery.” Remember that Job, in a series of tragedies, lost his To work conscientiously, wife, his children, and all his possessions. In his grief, he couldn’t find the strength to Putting the call of duty above my inclinations; pick himself up from the ground. In a near state of shock, he compares his life to that To work with gratitude and joy, of a slave or hireling who has no share in the profits of his work. These are sentiments we can very easily share, especially during these dark and cold winter Considering it an honor to employ and develop, days. By means of labor, the gifts received from God; While Job poses the problem, Jesus provides the solution. In this Sunday’s gospel, To work with order, peace, Jesus has had a very long day. The people of Capernaum, hearing that he had the moderation, and patience, power to heal and cast out demons, were bringing the sick to him while he stayed at Without ever recoiling the house of Peter’s mother-in-law. When everyone had finally left, Jesus slipped before weariness or difficulties; away by himself to a deserted place to pray. He needed time away from the crowds To work, above all, with purity of intention, and the demands of the people to spend time alone with his father. And with detachment from self, For Jesus, prayer was a source of strength. All the power to preach the good news, Having always death before my eyes to heal and to cast out demons came from the time he spent praising and adoring his And the account which I must render of time lost, Father in secret. Like all of us, Jesus needed to step aside from his busy, demanding Of talents wasted, of good omitted, life to take stock of his Father’s presence and love. Of vain complacency in success, If we are going to live lives marked by peace and joy, prayer is vitally important to us. It will bring clarity to our minds when we are confused and calm to our spirits So fatal to the work of God. when we are anxious. Prayer is like an incubator cultivating faith, hope, and love All for Jesus, all for Mary, all after your example, within our spirit. O Patriarch Joseph. Our lives are about much more than what we do day in and day out. Our lives are Such shall be my watchword in life and in death. rather about who we are — children of God made in his image and likeness. Through Amen. prayer, we will see ourselves being renewed and transformed daily by God’s presence and power. Our lives will be marked, not with monotony or drudgery, but with the joy and peace which come from the Holy Spirit. -Douglas Sousa © LPi

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SPECIAL OBSERVANCES INTENTIONS READINGS Saturday, February 6 8am Ben Cisneros+ Heb 13:15-17, 20-21/Ps St. Paul Miki and 4pm The People of SPX 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6 [1]/ Companions, Mk 6:30-34 Sunday, February 7 8am Ernie Ochoa+ Jb 7:1-4, 6-7/Ps Fifth Sunday in 10am John Francetic+ 147:1-2, 3-4, 5-6 [cf. Ordinary Time 12pm Irma Meza 3a]/1 Cor 9:16-19, 22-23/Mk 1:29-39 Monday, February 8 7:30am Dcn. Jose Macias Gn 1:1-19/Ps 104:1-2a, St. Jerome Emiliani; 5-6, 10 and 12, 24 and St. Josephine Bakhita 35c [31b]/Mk 6:53-56 Tuesday, February 9 7:30am Sam Meza Gn 1:20—2:4a/Ps St. Apollonia, 8:4-5, 6-7, 8-9 [2ab]/Mk Virgin and 7:1-13 Wednesday, February 10 7:30am Otilla Diaz Juan+ Gn 2:4b-9, 15-17/Ps MANDATORY MASS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS St. Scholastica 104:1-2a, 27-28, 29bc-30 [1a]/Mk Please follow the instructions of our Ministers 7:14-23 of Hospitality and comply with all posted signs Thursday, February 11 7:30am Caroline Marie Gn 2:18-25/Ps and markers. Our Lady of Lourdes Platt+ 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 [cf. • Face covering is required on campus at all 1a]/Mk 7:24-30 times. Friday, February 12 7:30am Eric Martinez Gn 3:1-8/Ps 32:1-2, 5, • Remain 6 feet apart from individuals unless St. Saturninus and 6, 7 [1a]/Mk 7:31-37 you're from the same household. Companions, Martyrs Wash your hands often and use hand Saturday, February 13 8am Adrian & Violet Gn 3:9-24/Ps 90:2, • Bl. Jordan of Saxony Silva 3-4abc, 5-6, 12-13 [1]/ sanitizer. 4pm Willie Fetter+ Mk 8:1-10 Safety is everyone's responsibility!

CLERGY MASS SCHEDULE PARISH OFFICE WEEKEND REV. JAY BANANAL 1120 CUYAMACA AVENUE Saturday 4:00pm Vigil Pastor CHULA VISTA, CA 91911 Sunday 8:00am, 10:00am [email protected] 12:00pm Spanish PH: 619-420-9193 | FX: 619-420-9353 DAILY [email protected] Monday-Friday 7:30am www.saintpiusx.org Saturday 8:00am WEEKEND HOURS PETER JOHNSON Parish Hall Welcome Center Masses will be celebrated outdoors Permanent Deacon Saturday & Sunday in the Plaza. [email protected] CLOSED until further notice Tips and Recommendations: WEEKDAY HOURS • Bring Your Own Chair (BYOC) Monday Closed • Use Sun Protection: sunscreen, Tuesday-Thursday 9:00am-12:00pm hat, and/or umbrella held low in PATRICK WRIGHT and consideration of others Permanent Deacon 1:00pm-4:00pm • Dress appropriately for colder [email protected] Friday 9:00am-12:00pm weather.

ADORATION OF THE CONFESSION SCHEDULE BLESSED SACRAMENT JOSÉ MACIAS SATURDAY 3:00pm-4:00pm Permanent Deacon Plaza St. Jude Adoration Chapel [email protected] CLOSED until further notice BY APPOINTMENT Jesus is present in the tabernacle for veneration in the Plaza. FEBRUARY 7, 2021 | 3

MY CHURCH, MY STORY February 10, 6:30pm The virtual series of forums exploring racism in the Church and recommending ways to root it out continues in the new year! This Wednesday, we will be exploring the story of migrants and refugees. 40 DAYS FOR LIFE VIGIL Details about the upcoming forums, videos of past speakers, February 17-March 28 the initial report, and other resources are available at Will you be a visible sign of hope and sdcatholic.org/racism. mercy to those who may be planning an abortion? Join our 40 Days For Life Spring Vigil. FRATELLI TUTTI- SISTERS AND BROTHERS ALL St. Pius X has committed to cover the February 10, 6:30-8:30pm on Zoom six Thursdays of the campaign. Please This free webinar will explore Francis’ encyclical plan to join us for at least one hour each Fratelli Tutti. In the midst of today’s turmoil, the voice of week for the six weeks. , inspired by many other faith leaders, rings You can sign up at one of the tables at out loud and clear. Love one another. We all belong to a the entrances to the Plaza before or after global human fraternity of sisters and brothers. weekend Masses. The Office for Life, Peace and Justice is bringing together voices from various faith traditions to speak to different aspects of our present national and world reality, as the voice of faith, hope and justice. ADULT To register go to sdcatholic.org CONFIRMATION or contact [email protected]. COURSE MAR. 11 - MAY 20 ZOOM DIOCESAN MARRIAGE ANNIVERSARY MASS A 10-week ONLINE February 13, 2:00-3:30pm at Good Shepherd Parish course designed for The Diocese of San Diego invites you to the inaugural baptized Catholics, diocesan Marriage Anniversary Mass! Join us to renew age 18 or over, who your commitment in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese. A would like to receive special invitation is extended to couples celebrating a the Sacrament of Confirmation will be major anniversary. No RSVP needed. Bring a chair & mask. offered in the Spring. Contact information: [email protected] Fee: $35 858-490-8299. For more information, contact Deacon Pete at [email protected] CONFERENCIA VIRTUAL E MEDIO ANO 2021 13 de febrero, 9:00am-12:30pm ¡Acompañanos! por primera vez nuestra Conferenica de Medio Año sera virtualmente. Nuevamente nos acompaña el P. Chacon y el centro a brindar respuestas intergrales y sistemáticas para restaurar, reconstruir y revitalizar la fen en Dios, la dignidad trascendente de cada persona, el significado de la virtud, los niveles más altos de felicidad, amor, y libertad, y la presencia real de Jesuscristo. P. Chacón es Vicario para la Formación de la Fe, Director de Ministerio Hispano, y también Párroco de la Iglesia St. Andrew de la Diócesis de Yakima. THE CCFSD IS HIRING Applications will close Friday, February 19th. The Catholic Community Foundation of San Diego (CCFSD) seeks a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organization into the future. The Catholic Community Foundation San Diego exists to encourage and grow Catholic philanthropy and to provide opportunities for families, individuals and institutions to respond to the needs of the world. The CEO provides creative, collaborative and service-oriented leadership and direction in fulfilling and advancing the mission of the CCFSD. For information about the position, please visit our parish website, saintpiusx.org. 4 | FEBRUARY 7, 2021 SAINT PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Registration is now open for the 2021-2022 School Year! The mission of St. Pius X School is to provide a Christ-Centered educational environment, which is student-focused. We strive to provide a quality education that allows each student to: • Have a deeper relationship with God • Improve academic achievement • Develop physically • Grow socially • Mature emotionally At St. Pius X School, we work with our students so that they become lifelong learners who integrate Catholic truths and values into their daily lives. We strive to help them to become vibrant members of family, school, church, and global communities and to work cooperatively to “restore all things in Christ.” Come and see what a Catholic Education can do for you! Worried about tuition? FIAT Catholic Schools offers tuition assistance through the Blessing our Future Scholarship fund. Applications are open until the end of February. You can apply and learn more at https://www.fiatcatholicschools.com/apply

Say YES to God, YES to Catholic Education! St. Pius X School has operated in St. Pius X Parish since 1960. Through June 30, 1986 our school was staffed by the Sisters of Saint Clare and lay teachers. Beginning with school year of 86-87, the entire school staff has been comprised of laywomen and laymen. St. Pius X School operates under the policies of the Diocese of San Diego and is governed by St. Pius X School Board. It provides Catholic education for children in grades Pre-K through 8th grade. We have adapted with the times to ensure a safe and successful education for our students. We have made our campus as safe as possible. Every student has a plexiglas shield on their desk, all teachers and staff wear their masks, and families are able to choose to learn on campus or at home with distance learning. Please join us at Saint Pius X Catholic School! We hope to see you next school year!

ANNUAL FIAT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS BLESSING OUR FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS “Blessing our Future” Applications for Blessing Our Future Scholarships for Thanks to your prayers and support, more the 2020/21 School Year are now available! The families at St. Pius X and parishes in the application period is 1/2/21-2/28/21. South Bay Deanery are able to afford a If you are interested in applying for a scholarship for K-12 Catholic education for their children. your child entering grades K-12 in the 2020/21 The goal is to bless every family with School Year, you can do so by visiting: access to a Catholic school and watch fiatcatholicschools.com them grow toward a promising future. For more information: For more information: www.fiatcatholicschools.com (619) 721-3309. www.fiatschools.com(619) 721-3309. Yes to God. Yes to Catholic Education. Yes to God. Yes to Catholic Education. Thank you for your support! Thank you for your support! FEBRUARY 7, 2021 | 5

PRAYER INTENTIONS ST. JOSEPHINE BAKHITA It is fitting that in February, which is traditionally celebrated as Black History Month, that we celebrate the Please pray for… feast of St. Josephine Bakhita. As a young girl, St. Josephine was kidnapped from her THE REPOSE OF THE SOULS OF: family in Darfur and sold into slavery at age nine. She was Carmen Villa Angeles+ introduced to Catholicism as an adolescent and Gertrude Coulson+ experienced a profound love for Jesus Christ. St. Jose Sandoval Alapisco+ Josephine eventually gained legal freedom and entered Lillian Harnitchek+ religious life. Though she bore over one hundred scars Jerry Costello+ beneath her habit, St. Josephine forgave her enemies Anna Marie Thompson+ Emma Chavez+ and became known in the convent for her humility and Victor Soltero+ joyful spirit. Bob Montgomery+ Author Fr. Jeff Kirby writes, "Saint Josephine gives us Wayne Twiliger+ all a scarred and human face to the evils of human Lorenzo Ruiz+ trafficking, racial tension, and of the brutality found in Alexandra Gaona+ the peripheries. Her life demands a response." Shirley Bauer+ St. Josephine offers us a chance to reflect on how God Aquiles Alvarez Figueroa+ works through our sufferings and through even the greatest sins of humanity. THE INTENTIONS OF: As we approach the season of Lent, let us recall our Sal Caloca, Sr own call to conversion and an active concern for those Bernie Wood who suffer. Maria Elena Montano Lopez Rodolfo & Virginia Ramirez Gerald Bisson Abraham Macias LENTEN FISH FRY Doug Semler Earl Semler Fridays in Lent, 5:00-7:00pm Parking Patrick Robert Combos Lot Drive Thru Manuela Soltero The Knights’ Famous Fish Fry is back! The Unborn Healthcare Workers Although COVID restrictions prevent us The Sick Clergy & Religious from dining in person, you can enjoy the The Elderly Youth & Young Adults same great fish and sides by pre- Law Enforcement ordering for drive-thru pick up. Additional information regarding pre-ordering coming soon. Prayer Requests The menu includes Fried Fish, Lobster Mac & Cheese, Spanish Rice, Pinto Beans, Cole Please make your requests by contacting the Slaw, Tortillas, Cake, and Drinks. Parish Office. Names will remain on the prayer list for one month. $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, $8 for kids Meals must be preordered and prepaid. OUR TROOPS: SSgt Kyle Goode, USAF MSgt James M. Gonzalez, USAF SSgt Trevor R. Moore, USAF FROM THE BUSINESS OFFICE LtCol Deric W. Prescott, JAG USAF Capt Eryn Nyre Raborn, USAF Capt Grant Raborn, USAF HM3 David Johnson, USN IT2 Samuel Hodge, USN E5 Allan M. Kerns, USN MT Tyler A Moore, USN P01 Diana Padilla, USN LT Ralph E. Roe III, USN IP2 Cody Currens, USN Sgt Dominico Castillo, US Army PVT Eulogio N. Vazquez, US Army PFC Julian Whetton, US Army Prayers for Our Troops JAN. 31 If you have loved ones who are currently deployed, please contact the Parish Office with their name, rank, and branch of the SUNDAY LIVING STONES armed forces to have them added to our CAMPAIGN prayer list. The St. Pius Community takes PLATE $312.00 pride in those that serve and the families ENVELOPE $8,431.00 ENVELOPE $912.00 that support them. With gratitude, we would ONLINE $3,615.00 ONLINE $656.47 like to acknowledge their heroic efforts and sacrificial love throughout the year. TOTAL $12,358.00 TOTAL $1,568.47 • Traditional Funerals • Memorial Services • Cremation • Traditional Burial • Pre-Need • Onsite Crematory Simon Tree Service • Shipout to Mexico and International

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For Catholics, the Mass is entirely familiar, but often not well understood. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Scripture scholar and wellknown author Dr. Edward Sri takes listeners on a 7:30am Mass journey through the sacred liturgy that is sure to help Catholics experience 8:00am St. Joseph Devotion the Mass more fully as the most powerful and important prayer of the 10:00am Funeral Church. Dr. Sri examines the historical and biblical roots of the words, 5:00pm Youth Group: Core Prep (Virtual) prayers, actions, and gestures contained within the Mass in order to arrive at 6:00pm Nightly Novena (Virtual) a deeper understanding of their significance. 7:00pm A&R Rosary (Virtual)

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