Saint Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church Laguna Beach, CA Month of the Holy Name Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord January 7, 2018 Lord, ev’ry nation on earth will adore you. Psalm 72 Epiphany of the Lord January 7, 2018 Page 2 Welcome to Our Parish MISSION STATEMENT—We, the community of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, located within the larger, diverse and artistic seaside community of Laguna Beach, recognize and celebrate the uniqueness which is grounded in the sacred mysteries and traditions of the Roman Catho- lic Church and in the history and lives of our individuals, families and leaders. Built on these roots, and in order to see the world as God sees it, we commit ourselves to: being a welcoming sanctuary and a place of prayer and worship, nurturing, assisting, encouraging and serving all those in need, offering all generations opportunities for personal and communal growth, and, by these commitments, to honor our call to evangelization. ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA CHURCH 1042 Temple Terrace Laguna Beach, CA 92651 EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Phone: (949) 494-9701 Fax: (949) 497-2610 On the First Friday of each month we gather in prayer and praise before the www.stcathchurch.org Blessed Sacrament. Following the 8 a.m. Mass and concluding at 8 p.m. OFFICE HOURS Mon—Thurs 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Fri 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Parents of infants requesting information about Baptism may contact Father Closed Saturday & Sunday Ken in the parish office. Infant baptisms are celebrated on the second Saturday of the month. SUNDAY EUCHARIST (MASS) CELEBRATION OF CHRISTIAN FUNERALS Saturday: 5:30 p.m. (Sunday Vigil) At the time of death, a family member should contact the parish office, as Sundays: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m.,11:00 a.m., soon as possible, to arrange the date and time for the Funeral Liturgy. 1:30 p.m. Spanish, 5:30 p.m. Mon - Sat 8:00 a.m. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Couples must begin preparation for their Sacrament at least six months prior HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION MASS SCHEDULE to their proposed wedding date. Please call the parish office for more 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. information. CLERGY SACRAMENT OF THE SICK Rev. Kenneth A. Schmit—Pastor The third Saturday of each month after the 8:00 a.m. Mass. In the event of Ext. 111 or [email protected] serious illness or medical emergency, Anointing of the Sick and Eucharist may be arranged by contacting the parish office Rev. Gabriel Stack, O. Praem—Sunday Assistance CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA) Adults requesting information about full initiation and communion with the Rev. Marito Rebamontan (Retired)- Roman Catholic Church (the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirma- Sunday Assistance tion) may contact the office for more info.—949-494-9701, ext. 113 SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION) Saturdays: 4:00—5:00 p.m. (or by appointment) PARISH STAFF ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA PARISH SCHOOL Susan Daley-Ministry Coordinator/Office Manager (Transitional Kindergarten—8th Grade) Ext. 118 or [email protected] 30516 So. Coast Hwy w Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Phone: (949) 494-7339 Fax: (949) 376-5752 Carmela Davidheiser-Parish Bookkeeper www.stcathschool.org Ext. 124 or [email protected] Mike Letourneau—School Principal Lisa Marcus-Parish Administrator Ext. 211 or [email protected] Ext. 131 or [email protected] Tracy Smith—Office Administrator Charles Stephenson-Director, Music Ministry Ext. 210 or [email protected] Gina Stewart-Director, Youth Religious Education/ Jackie Batho—Administrative Asst. Informacion en Espanol Ext. 213 or [email protected] Ext. 119 or [email protected] Carmela Davidheiser—Bookkeeper RCIA-Ext.113 Ext. 212 or [email protected] Epiphany of the Lord January 7, 2018 Page 3 Epiphany Around the World Each year the Pope leads an Epiphany Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica and people around the globe take part in celebra- tions specific to their region. In Spanish-speaking countries, The Epiphany is called Dia de los Reyes, meaning “Three Kings’ Day,” while in Pamplona, Spain celebrates with a Cabalgata Los Reyes Magos parade. The Epiphany is celebrated each January 6 and is a day dedicated to the birth of Christ, which includes a nod to- ward the three Kings who came to visit Him. The definition of “epiphany” - an appearance or manifestation, especially of a deity Appearance is correct, as Christ revealed himself in the form of a newborn babe to the Three Wise Men, who trav- eled from their countries to pay tribute to the Son of God. It is also a reference to the baptism of Christ by John the Baptist. The six Sundays following Epiphany are known as the time of manifestation. The Gospel of Matthew describes three Wise Men, named Melchior, Caspar and Balthazar, who were told of Christ’s birth and set off, following the Star of Bethlehem, to meet the baby Jesus. Each king brought with him gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh to represent Jesus’ elevated position, divine birth and mortality respectively. Historically, Christmas was celebrated each day from Christmas Eve to the Epiphany, with January 6 being as large a celebration as December 25. Though Protestant churches celebrate a season of Epiphany from January 6 to Ash Wednesday, the Catholic Church observes Epiphany as a single day, with some in America celebrating the Epiphany feast the Sunday follow- ing January 6. In Spain, children believe their Christmas presents are delivered by the Three Wise men on January 6, while in Ven- ice, children believe “La Befana,” an imaginary old woman in Italian folklore, brings gifts to them on the Epiphany Day. An old Catholic tradition is the Star Singers, which are groups of people who dress as the Wise Men and carry a wooden star who go door-to-door to sing and collect donations for the poor. In Germany, if the Star Singers (Sternsinger) come to your door, they offer a blessing for your home. If you accept, they write 20 * C+m+b+(year, this year would be 18) in chalk above your doorway. The numbers represent the year and the letters represent the phrase Chrustus mansionem benedictat, meaning “God bless this house.” In Bulgaria it is traditional for an East- ern Orthodox priest to throw a cross in a river. It is believed whoever recovers the cross will be healthy through the rest of the year, as will any who join in a dance within the river’s frigid waters. Mexico makes King’s bread, called Rosca de Reyes, which has a circular shape and is decorated with figs, cherries or dried and candied fruits. In Spain, the King’s bread includes baking a Jesus figurine and a bean into the bread. Whoever discovers the figu- rine is crowned king or queen of the celebration, while the person who discovers the bean must pay for the fol- lowing year’s Epiphany party. 5 Fast Facts: The three Kings represent Europe, Arabia and Africa Hundreds of years ago, roast lamb was served at Epiphany to honor Christ and the Three Kings’ visit In some European countries, children leaven their shoes out to be filled with gifts, while others leave straw for the three kings’ horses In Prague, a Three Kings swim commemorates Epiphany Day at the Vitava River In New York, El Museo del Barrio has celebrated and promoted Three Kings’ Day annual parades for over thirty years Epiphany of the Lord January 7, 2018 Page 4 Readings, Intentions, Saints & Special Observances READINGS OF THE WEEK SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Monday: Is 42:1-4, 6-7 or Is 55:1-11 or Acts 10:34-38 Sunday: The Epiphany of the Lord; or 1 Jn 5:1-9; Ps 29:1-4, 3, 9-10 or National Migration Week; Is 12:2-3, 4bcd-6; Mk 1:7-11 Julian Calendar Christmas Tuesday: 1 Sm 1:9-20 or 1 Sm 1:1-8 and 1 Sm 1:9-20; Monday: The Baptism of the Lord 1 Sm 2:1, 4-8abcd; Mk 1:21-28 or Tuesday: First Week in Ordinary Time begins Mk 1:14-20 and Mk 1:21-28 Saturday: St. Hilary; Blessed Virgin Mary Wednesday: 1 Sm 3:1-10, 19-20; Ps 40:2, 5, 7-10; Mk 1:2939 Thursday: 1 Sm 4:1-11; Ps 44:10-11, 14-15, 24-25; Mk 1:4045 Friday: 1 Sm 8:4-7, 10-22a; Ps 89:16-19; Mk 2:112 Saturday: 1 Sm 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1a; Ps 21:2-7; Mk 2:1317 Sunday: 1 Sm 3:3b-10, 19; Ps 40:2, 4, 7-10; 1 Cor 6:13c-15a, 17-20; Jn 1:35-42 GOD’S PROMISE TO ALL PEOPLE Today Isaiah reminds the people of God that the land shall be restored to their possession, they shall rejoice to see their people return from the bondage of exile, and that they shall be a light to the nations. In other words, through the people of Israel, the Savior shall come to all people who seek God with a sincere Please pray for the sick: heart. This brings joy and the radiance of God’s glory to all the world and to all people everywhere. Through the fidelity of the people of God, and Andrea Burns Lauriann Meyer through God’s fidelity to them, all people shall be- Charles Cambruzzi Jared Nelson come God’s children and rejoice in the fulfillment of God’s promise to Israel.