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Sunday:
9:00 A.M.
11:30 A.M.
5:30 P.M.
Tuesday:
5:30 P.M. |
Wednesday:
7:00 A.M.
Thursday:
5:30 P.M.
Friday:
7:00 A.M. |
5:00 P.M. Vigil Masses
at Neighboring Towns:
Corpus Christi, Macon
Immaculate Conception,
West Point |
Confession:
Tuesday 4:30 - 5:30 P.M. |
Adoration
of
the
Blessed Sacrament:
Tuesday 7 A.M. through
Wednesday 7 A.M |
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607
University
Drive
Starkville, MS 39759
(662) 323-2257
Office Hours:
Mon.-Thurs.- 8:30AM - 4:00PM
Fri.- 8:30AM - Noon
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Fr.
John
Bohn
Pastor
frjohn@stjosephstarkville.org
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Fran
Lavelle
Campus Minister
fran@stjosephstarkville.org
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Demi Dunne
Office Manager
demi@stjosephstarkville.org
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Jeff
Artigues
Pastoral Minister and DRE
jeff@stjosephstarkville.org
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| Let us Pray
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Davis Pigg, Charlie Winfield, Maribel Luck,
Kathryn Randall, Craig Randall, Bob Mangum,
Dee Dee Cook, Warren Bourgeois Jr., Alana Aucoin,
Diane Lindner, Bud Tomaso, Dino Paccasassi,
Angela Tomaso, Tim Read, Mary McCoy
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Susan Shappley - friend of Amelia Bevill
Ben and Brian Murkison - friends of Rachel Singleton
Raul Alvarado - father of Maria Arun Kumar
Marian Sue Roberson - friend of Amelia Bevill
Tom Runnels - son of Mary Runnels
The family of Joe Tralle - friends of Mike and Katy Richey
Leane Fazio - friend of Ronnie Puckett
Nan Price - mother of Richard Rocconi
James Fieber - father of Tammy Ricks
Juan Felipe Salazar - nephew of Germania Salazar
Lisa Blume - sister of Leslie Parker
Bjorg Johnsonn - friend of Laura and Jay McKee
Liegh Gilbert - friend of Peter Ryan
Joe Puckett - cousin of Ronnie Puckett
Judy Rudolph - friend of Ronnie Puckett
Tina Nevala - friend of Carolyn and Eugene Columbus
Joan Sanford - mother of Cindy Callahan
Cynthia White - friend of Linda and Vince McGrath
Bailey Stowell Edwards - friend of Lisa Leach
Tara, Ginger, and Niles Puckett - family of Ronnie Puckett
Emily Renee LeBlanc - great niece of Beverly Wilson
Elizabeth Sullivan - sister-in-law of Beverly WIlson
The Carson family - friends of Scott and Darlene Comish
Lynette Soules - aunt of Robin Pigg
Tony Allen - friend of Ronnie Puckett
Louise Winters - friend of Demi Dunne
Jody Barnes - aunt of Janet Downey
Randy Stein - friend of Danny and Barbara Setaro
Hart Bailey - friend of Lou D’Abramo
Mike Harrill - friend of Mike and Olga Ryan
Tricia Stout & Erin Kendall - niece and nephew of Janice
Giallourakis
Anonymous - friend of Janice Giallourakis
Sharon Haston - friend of Carolyn Columbus
Please pray for those
fighting abroad to keep us safe
Emily Arnold, Andrew Rendon, Andrew Pitman,
Michael Ryan, Robert Elias, John Brogdon, Jeff Woleben,
Patrick Shepard, Clayton Eckler, Scott Shepard, Ian Fischer
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St. Joseph Catholic
Church Starkville
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January
22,
2012
3rd
Sunday of Ordinary Time
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A
Message from Fr. John
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Dear Parishioners,
One of the more frequent questions I get regards the reception of
communion by Catholics in non-Catholic churches, and the reception of
communion at a Catholic Mass by non-Catholics. In this age of increased
ecumenical activity between the varying denominations, more and more
Catholics find themselves going to services in non-Catholic churches,
and non-Catholics more frequently attend Holy Mass with their Catholic
family members and friends. In light of this reality, what about the
reception of communion? Who should receive where, and when?
In our Catholic Tradition, we do not have what many refer to as “open
communion.” Open communion means that anyone, regardless of their
denomination, can approach and receive the host and the cup. Many times
the minister will simply state that if you have accepted Christ as your
Lord and Savior, or if you are a Christian believer, you can receive
communion. This practice is very common in many Protestant churches.
In the Catholic Church, however, the reception of communion is reserved
solely for baptized Catholics who are in good standing with the Church
and in a state of grace (free from serious sin). To some people, this
practice seems inhospitable at the least, and exclusive at best.
However, we Catholics hold this position based primarily on what we
believe the Eucharist is.
To us Catholics, the Eucharist is the Real Presence of Jesus Christ.
This teaching is very different from many Protestant churches, who
believe that the bread and wine (or grape juice) are merely symbols of
Christ. Additionally, for us Catholics, the Eucharist is an outward
sign of our complete unity with one another, an acknowledgement that we
are all united in faith and morals under the leadership of Pope
Benedict XVI and the bishops.
Sadly, no one can deny the fact that there are divisions within
Christianity today, some of which are very significant. For Catholics
to invite non-Catholics (or even non-Christians) to receive communion
at Holy Mass would be an acknowledgement of a unity that simply does
not exist yet. This is the primary reason we Catholics are not allowed
to take communion in non-Catholic churches as well.
To some people, these restrictions on the reception of communion seem
overly exclusive and inhospitable, even un-Christian. I’ve had many
people say it’s just rude and inconsiderate to not invite all people to
receive communion, regardless of their denomination, or to not receive
communion when invited to in a non-Catholic church. My response to
these criticisms is always the same; you need not agree with it, but
certainly respect it.
Reception of the Eucharist is about much more than just hospitality and
inclusiveness because the Eucharist is more than just a symbol, more
than just a meal. The Eucharist, by its very nature, is a real and
mystical sharing in the saving mystery of Jesus Christ. The Eucharist,
celebrated by Christ only once before He died, and only with His
Apostles who were united with Him and had been with Him from the
beginning of His ministry, is the continued presence of Christ in our
midst freely given to us who believe for our
Salvation.
-Fr. John
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Calendar of
Events
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Monday, 1/23
6:00 p.m. - RCIA Team Mtg. - Lounge
Tuesday, 1/24
6:30 a.m. - Men’s Morning Group - Center
7:00 a.m. - Adoration begins
4:30 p.m. - Confession
5:30 p.m. - Mass - Rosemarie Cook
6:00 p.m. - Tues. Night Women’s Study - Center
6:00 p.m. - CSA Tues. Night Dinner - Hall
6:30 p.m. - Food Pantry Mtg. - Hall
Wednesday, 1/25
7:00 a.m. - Adoration ends
7:00 a.m. - Mass - Mary Elizabeth & Frank
Weisenburger
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 Mass Choir Practice - Church
6:30 p.m. - CSA Council - Hall
7:00 p.m. - LIFT - Hall
7:00 p.m. - RCIA - Center
7:15 p.m. - 11:30 Mass Choir Practice - Church
Thursday, 1/26
8:30 a.m. - Women’s Group - Center
5:30 p.m. - Mass - Paul Brignac
6:00 p.m. - CSA Men’s & Women’s Group - Hall
7:30 p.m. - 5:30 Mass Choir Practice - Church
Friday, 1/27
7:00 a.m. - Mass - Rosemarie Cook
12:15 p.m. - Pro-life Rosary - Church
Saturday, 1/28
10:00 a.m. - Rule 62 Group - Lounge
5:00 p.m. - Mass - Corpus Christi in Macon, MS
Sunday, 1/29
9:00 a.m. - Mass - Catholic Extension Society
10:15 a.m. - K-8 Religious Ed. - Center and Hall
10:15 a.m. - Adult Ed. - Hall
11:30 a.m. - Mass - People of St. Joseph
5:30 p.m. - Mass - Catholic Extension Society
6:30 p.m. - HS Religious Ed. - Hall
STEWARDSHIP...1/15/2012
Offertory:
$
8,611.50
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
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Announcements
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RCIA
The next RCIA meeting will be on Wednesday, Jan. 25th, at 7:00pm. The
topic will be: The Sacraments of Reconciliation and Anointing of the
Sick.
JOHN OF THE CROSS RETREAT
Though John of the Cross lived in the 16th century, he has left us a
treasure in understanding the spiritual life and leading others in
growth in prayer. As we struggle with the normal dry spells in
prayer, John gives us deeper insight into that darkness and dryness,
encouraging us in our desire for an ever deeper relationship with
God. Presented by our own Fr. John at 6:30pm Friday, Feb. 10th,
to 3:30pm Saturday, Feb. 11th. A donation of $100 is requested.
For more information please contact the Dwelling Place at 662-738-5348
or visit their website at www.dwellingplace.com.
DWELLING PLACE DRAWDOWN
The Dwelling Place Annual Drawdown will be on February 3, 2012 at Lee
Home in Columbus. The time will be 7:00-9:00pm. The cost of
the ticket is $100 and admits 2 people. The grand prize will be
$2500 and you do not need to be present to win. Come dance to your
favorite music and enjoy Heavy Hors d'oeuvres. For more info.,
contact the Dwelling Place at 662-738-5348. Anne Johnson will be
selling tickets after Mass on Jan. 22 & 29th.
NFP CLASSES BEGINNING
Natural Family Planning is a safe and healthy alternative to artificial
birth control, based on scientific research and is effective for
achieving or postponing pregnancy. Spring course (consists of 3
classes) will begin in February. Cost is $45 and includes
all materials. Please contact Karen (662-722-0206) or Linda
(662-324-3944) for more information and to schedule class time.
ANNUNCIATION OPEN HOUSE
Open House for Annunciation Catholic School will be held Saturday, Jan.
29th, from 10:00am-12:00pm and Wednesday, Feb. 1st, from
9:30am-11:00am. For more information, or if you or someone you
know is interested in attending one of these scheduled events please
contact Terri Heath at (662) 328-4479 or by email at:
tehehath@cableone.net.
CASSEROLE KITCHEN
Our Parish continues to prepare home cooked meals for those in need on
the third Tuesday of every month at First Presbyterian Church. If
you could help prepare and/or serve these meals, please contact Jeff in
the Church Office. Thank you!
MARRIAGE RETREAT IN MEMPHIS
A Catholic program called RETROUVAILLE (pronounced retro-vi), which
helps people in problem marriages, is being offered in Memphis, TN the
weekend of Feb. 24-26, 2012. The program focuses on
re-discovering yourself, your spouse, and a loving relationship in your
marriage. It is NOT a spiritual retreat, sensitivity group,
seminar or social gathering. Rather, it is a program that saves
marriages. For confidential information about Retrouvaille or to
register, please contact Shelly or Jerry at (901) 210-6532, or email at
3042@retrouvaille.org. You can also explore their website at
www.helpourmarriage.com.
CYO CONVENTION
All 9th - 12th graders of our Parish are invited and encouraged to
attend this year’s CYO Convention on February 25th and 26th. For
more information, or to get paperwork, please see Jeff. He will
need to know if you intend to come along by January 23rd in order to
make hotel reservations, but the deadline for the paperwork is not
until Feb. 3rd.
ABBEY YOUTH FEST
Any 9th - 12th graders interested in spending a faith- filled day of
worship, prayer, music and much more with three thousand Catholic teens
on March 10th, needs to contact Jeff. Abbey Youth Fest takes
place on the grounds of St. Joseph Seminary in St. Benedict, LA.
You won’t want to miss this event! Just ask those who attended
last year or check out their video on abbeyyouthfest.com.
Paperwork is due by Feb. 10th.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
The CSA will be selling tickets on Jan. 28th and Feb. 5th, after the
Masses for their annual Valentine's Day Dinner. The dinner
will be held on Saturday, Feb. 11th, at 6:30pm. The cost is
$40 per couple or $20 for a single ticket. Music by David Reese
and child care will be provided.
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