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St. Joseph the Worker PARISH NEWSLETTER 10th, of and January 17th, Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

You will draw water joyfully from the springs of salvation Isaiah 12:3

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WEEKEND MASSES QUESTIONS Saturday, English: 4:00 pm vigil Mass Sunday, English: 8:30 am; 10:30 am Terri Fessler Boris, Administrative Assistant Sunday, Spanish: 1:00pm [email protected] 503-761-8710 x101 2nd & 4th Sundays, Zomi/Myanmar: 3:30pm PARISH STAFF WEEKDAY MASSES English Masses: Monday 7:00 am; Tuesday 6:00 pm Rev. Ted Prentice, x102 [email protected] Wednesday through Friday 8:00 am Mass in Latin: Saturday 9:00am (Missal-of-1962 Latin) Deacon Rev. Mr. Mike Caldwell x105 [email protected] EUCHARISTIC EXPOSITION AND BENEDICTION Wednesdays & Thursdays, 8:30am—10:00am in the main church. Business Cathy Keathley, x103 Eucharistic Exposition questions: Father Ted Prentice x102 Manager [email protected] PARISH CENTER OFFICE HOURS Admin Terri Fessler Boris, x101 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9am–4pm Assistant [email protected] Music Ministry Kathy Harris, x106 Coordinator [email protected] of Baptism Infant Baptism Preparation classes are held by appointment during Maintenance Lorenzo Nicholson [email protected] pandemic. Contact Father Ted, x102 or [email protected] Care Terri Fessler Boris, x101 Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) Ministry [email protected] Confessions by appointment. Call or text Fr. Ted Prentice, x102 or [email protected] Faith Formation Sarah Phillips Coordinator [email protected] Marriage Please notify Fr. Ted, x 102 or [email protected] at least six months COUNCIL CHAIRS in advance of desired date. Finance Council: Lillian Erwin of the Sick [email protected] For urgent, near-death , call Fr. Ted 503-568-2600. All non-urgent anointings may be arranged by calling or texting Pastoral Council: Michelle Craver 503-381-2950 Terri 503-730-8281 or email Fr. Ted at [email protected] [email protected] In Case of Death In the event of a death, Please call or text Father Ted, 503-568-2600 to NOTE: PARISH NEWSLETTER DEADLINE is noon 10-days prior to make arrangements for funeral services at Joseph the Worker before the Sunday publication date. setting the schedule with the mortuary.

JANUARY 10, 2021 – THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD “YOU WILL DRAW WATER JOYFULLY FROM THE SPRINGS OF SALVATION.” Isaiah 12

Today, the Church celebrates the Baptism of the Lord . This celebration puts the finishing touch on the mystery and reminds us of our own Baptism. The of Mark briefly records that the people where filled with expectation as they prepared their hearts for the promised Messiah. The Baptism of Jesus reveals that he is the desired Savior. Heaven is opened, and the descends upon Jesus in the form of a dove. At the same moment, the crowds hear the voice of the Father affirming that Jesus is the beloved and pleasing Son. This dramatic revelation shows that in our own Baptism we become the sons and daughters of . The grace of our Baptism also invites us to participate in the mission of Jesus Christ to boldly announce and proclaim the Good News of salvation. May our celebration of the Baptism of the Lord always encourage us to actively and joyfully respond to the powerful graces of our own Baptism, our rebirth, blessing and filling with the divine love of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. May God – Father, Son, Holy Spirit – abundantly bless you and your families in these coming weeks! In Christ, Fr. Ted Prentice, Pastor

JANUARY 21-29: Nine Days for Life Novena Begins. To sign up CLICK HERE. 9 Days for Life is a novena for the protection of human life. Each day’s intention is accompanied by a short reflection and suggested actions to help build a culture of life.

MASS REGISTRATION NO LONGER REQUIRED January 22 U.S. Catholic Conference of Based on the most recent guidance from the Office of the (USCCB) Day of Prayer for the Legal Governor, no reservations are required for English- Protection of Unborn Children language Masses. Please arrive early; admittance will be first come, first seated. All attending Mass are required to wear a facial covering and to maintain social distancing January 23 Oregon Right to Life March for of six feet between family groups. Thank you for Life at Salem capitol steps 2:30pm observing COVID-19 protocols while attending Mass here at the Worker. To see Mass times CLICK HERE. 2

PARISH & OTHER NEWS

FOR THESE WE PRAY CELEBRATION Please keep the following PARISHIONERS, FAMILY, and FRIENDS in your prayers 489 Years ago in Please Pray for Louise Phillips Mexico, a 57-year the Living... Angela & Josh Rice old man met the Joel Rivera Blessed Virgin as he The Akin Family Charles Robrecht walked to Mass. Cathy Alexander Angela Schillereff Joseph Ashenbrenner Mary appeared to Ralph & Genny Schwartz Mike Bledsoe Ed Starrett Juan Diego a total of Lori DeFir four times, gently Craig Dulay Please Pray for the conveying her Bev Granado Souls of... message of comfort Pauline Edwards and requesting a Laura Heidt John Huffman (10/23/20) church be built on Greg Lough Nadine Chapman (12/24/20) that very hill. The Jake Mary Cassandra Kipp (12/18/20)

country at that time, Blanchette Morrison & Family was struggling to Jean O’Neill overcome the pagan cruelty of the Aztec culture, having just APPLICATIONS FOR 2021 ARMSTRONG recently been SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABLE introduced to the The Armstrong Scholarship for St. Joseph the Worker Catholic faith. She Foundation is now receiving applications from parish gave him a sign to high school seniors who plan on attending a higher p r o v e h e r education or trade school starting the fall of 2021. appearances: roses and an image of The foundation was established by the Mastroieni herself on his tilma, Family of our parish in 2013 to recognize high school or cloak. The tilma seniors for their significant parish involvement during with her image is still their school years. Since its inception, a total of 24 vibrant and fresh parish families have been the recipients of the today though it scholarship. should long ago You may acquire an application by contacting Terri have deteriorated. Boris at the office [email protected] or by SJTW celebrated contacting the scholarship administrator, Our Lady of Mastroieni at [email protected]. Applications Guadalupe on are due no later than Thursday, March 18, 2021 to the December 12th. The attention of Father Ted Prentice, pastor, at the parish flowers were office. Successful applicants will be announced in June. provided by the Hispanic community SJTW NEWSLETTER busines owners would like and coordinated by SPONSORS Carmen Velazquez. to advertise your business For more of the story of Thank you to so many in our newsletter, please Juan Diego and Our Lady parishioners and friends contact Tina Watson of Guadalupe, go to the who are sponsoring our [email protected] or 512- Catholic News Agency or parish newsletter by 431-9413. Sponsorships The Catholic Education advertising on the back start at $40 a month with Resource Center. page. If any other local an extra two weeks FREE.

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MASS INTENTIONS During the COVID-19 extenuating circumstances, you may have a Mass intention remembered for someone by phoning the office or by emailing your intentions to Terri at [email protected]. The suggested $10 offering can be mailed to the church, dropped in the offering box at the back of the church or in the mails slot by office door. Mass Cards can be picked up during office hours or mailed to you or your loved ones. Monday 1/11/20 7:00am Intentions of the Belatti Family Suzanne Belatti Tuesday 1/12/20 6:00pm For Thanksgiving Angelo Ignssio Wednesday 1/13/20 8:00am Suzanne Belatti Suzanne Belatti Thursday 1/14/20 8:00am (+)Maurizio Bianchini Gina Bianchini Friday 1/15/21 8:00am (+)Rita Grace Sukosh Rita Akin Saturday 1/16/21 9:00am For Thanksgiving Angelo Ignssio 4:00pm (+)John Huffman Peggy Serdar Sunday 1/17/21 8:30am The Family of Patricia Craver Dan & Lynette Baisley 10:30am NO MASS TODAY 1:00pm NO MASS TODAY Monday 1/18/21 7:00am NO MASS TODAY Tuesday 1/19/21 6:00pm NO MASS TODAY Wednesday 1/20/21 8:00am NO MASS TODAY Thursday 1/21/21 8:00am NO MASS TODAY Friday 1/22/21 8:00am NO MASS TODAY Saturday 1/23/21 9:00am NO MASS TODAY 4:00pm People of Our Parish Our Parish Sunday 1/24/21 8:30am (+)Hoot Hegstadt Terri Boris 10:30am (+)Scott Gustafson Ed, Barbara & Leanne 1:00pm For Thanksgiving Angelo Ignssio 3:30pm Claire Belatti Suzanne Belatti

2021: THE YEAR OF SAINT JOSEPH Pope Francis has declared the year 2021 to be dedicated to St. Joseph, the Patron of the Universal Church. St. Joseph, a man of deep faith, patience, acceptance of God’s will, and one who willingly remained in the shadows, is the patron of our beloved church, St. Joseph the Worker. To read more about Saint Joseph and Pope Francis’ letter to us on this occasion, go to VATICAN NEWS. St. Joseph Prayer Cards available in narthex.

St. Joseph the Worker Altar Flower Bouquets January 10, 2021 January 17, 2021 Wishing all Parishioners at In loving Memory of Ellis Wesley St. Joseph the Worker A Blessed 2021! From daughter, Rose Wesley and Family The Rossi Family

To request Memorial Bouquets, please contact Jodie Rossi 503-936-3434 or [email protected].

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LITURGICAL SEASONS AND ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER Throughout the year, you may have noticed how our church’s adornments and hangings change as the liturgical seasons flow one to the other. The vestments Father wears revolve their colors as we circle the year, moving from Advent and Christmas to ordinary time into Lent, the Season and on through ordinary time again. The colors and trimmings are timeless, woven through our church’s long history, steeped in symbolism and meaning. Keeping the altar cloths, linens, and hangings up-to-date, clean and pressed takes planning, time, and is no small expense. The task has been undertaken by the Altar Guild who organizes parishioners looking for an opportunity to give back to the church. Also, since the Altar Guild was not able to hold fundraisers this year, they are hoping to catch up once COVID is under control. Captured here are photos of Altar Guild and church members decking our beloved sanctuary with the appropriate accoutrements for the Christmas season.  To offer your assistance or to contact the Altar Guild, call Marge McDevitt, president, at 503-242-9428 or email [email protected]  If you would like to assist the Altar Guild in purchasing new linens and banners, please make a check out to St. Joseph the Worker Altar Guild or CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE GIVING. Select, Altar Guild. Above: Parishioners Lorenzo, his son , and Denise Thornton adjust seasonal banners.  To learn more about the liturgical calendar, click here. An easy to understand, pictorial view of the Liturgical Calendar with the seasonal vestment colors is hanging on the narthex wall by the south entrance door, or view it here. Below: Jodie Rossi, who purchases, arranges, and places our flowers each week, and her son Michael examine the Christmas arrangements. During the pandemic, finding fresh, unblemished flowers at a reasonable price has been a challenge.

Right: Parishioner Rose Wesley stands behind Altar Guild Vice Presi- dent Denise Thornton, as they change the altar clothes for the season.

Right: Altar Guild president, Marge McDevitt and parishioner, Rose Wesley pause during preparations for the Christmas season in the church. 5