Really Old StuffDuring these last days of Advent, we reflect on the situation in the Middle East and the necessity of groups to forgive, reconcile and work with other groups to ensure that bloodshed ends and peace is possible. The birthplace of Jesus needs the witness of peacemaking.
St. Stephen – December 26th
“A man filled with faith and the Holy Spirit” (Acts 6:5): thus Luke introduces Stephen, first of seven deacons chosen by the community for its ministry of charity, first to lay down his life in witness to Christ. As the Church’s first martyr, Stephen’s life and death mirror the preaching and passion of Jesus, “the faithful witness” (Greek, martyr) (Revelation 1:5). Like Jesus, Stephen works “great signs and wonders among the people” (Acts 6:8). Like Jesus, when falsely accused, Stephen’s face radiates angelic serenity (Acts 6:15), though his tongue, like Jesus’, is a two-edged sword. As the dying Jesus forgave His executioners, even making excuses for them, then commended His spirit into His Father’s hands (Luke 23:34, 46), so Stephen intercedes for his murderers and begs Jesus to receive his spirit (Acts 7:60, 59). How fruitful both passions! The penitent thief inherits Paradise; Saul, who consented to Stephen’s killing, is transformed into the fearless preacher Paul. Thus Stephen challenges us to bear witness not in words only, but by Christ-like forgiveness toward all. —Peter Scagnelli, © Copyright, J.S. Paluch Co.
Youth News
The One Catholic ‘Ohana Youth Group will be gathering at their usual time and location (IC at 12noon). The last gathering will be Dec. 19th at Kona Bowl for an end-of-term party. Please call John Paul at 217-6886 for Permission Slips and more information. Youth Groups will continue Jan. 17th for high school and Jan. 18th for middle school.
1st-Year Confirmation will be ending Dec. 13th with a retreat. 2nd-Year Confirmation classes will begin after the Christmas season.
Please call John Paul if you have questions regarding any of this information.
Holiday Schedule
- December 24th (Christmas Eve):
- Masses at St. Michael’s – 6 pm / 8 pm / 12 midnight
- Mass at St. Paul’s Pavilion (Spanish) – 8 pm
December 25th (Christmas Day):
- Mass at Immaculate Conception – 8 am
- Mass at St. Paul’s Pavilion (Spanish) – 9am
- Masses at St. Michael’s – 9 am / 11 am
- Mass at Holy Rosary – 10 am
*Simbang Gabi Masses at St. Michael’s, Dec. 16th-24th; *Las Posadas at St. Paul’s Pavilion, Dec. 16th-24th
Holiday Office Closures
Please note the parish office will be closed for the holidays Thursday and Friday, Dec. 24th and 25th, and Thursday and Friday, Dec. 31st and Jan. 1st.
O Lord of Israel – “We could not be saved by ourselves, but only by God’s help.” —St. Irenaeus of Lyons
Jesus is the Light of the World
Jesus, Jesus You’re the One
Jesus, Jesus You’re the Son
Jesus, Jesus in the moon and in the sun
Jesus, Jesus my heart You have won.
Jesus, Jesus You’re the Dove.
Jesus, Jesus Love Divine
Jesus, Jesus You’re the Vine
Jesus, Jesus I’ll keep You
Jesus, Jesus I love You
Jesus, Jesus You’re the Joy
Jesus, Jesus I give You glory.
Jesus, Jesus Son of God
Jesus, Jesus You’re the Rod
Jesus, Jesus full of lovin’
Jesus, Jesus my life you gov’n
Jesus, Jesus You’re he Yeast that’s kneaded
Jesus, Jesus You’re the Love so needed.
Jesus, Jesus full of fruitful ways
Jesus, Jesus You fill all my days
Jesus, Jesus You help me walk the line
Jesus, Jesus Your blood You’ve given
Jesus, Jesus my Savior has risen.
Jesus, Jesus all glory be to Thee
Jesus, Jesus all my Love I’ll give with glee
Jesus, Jesus in my sight
Jesus, Jesus all in white
Jesus, Jesus You’re the Light.
Jesus, Jesus I love You!!
with all my might
Jesus, Jesus God’s blessed me
Jesus, Jesus I do see
You’re the only true Savior for me. —By: Mary Mansur
One Catholic Ohana Goes Global
Please help celebrate Christmas Mass with those who live in the dump at Payatas, Philippines. Anyone who can give a monetary donation, can do so this last weekend Dec. 19-20. Put any cash in an envelope marked “Mass at the Dump” or checks payable to St. Michael’s Church, with a note on the memo line “Mass at the Dump.” Thank you for your generosity.
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Baptism Preparation
The Sacrament of Baptism will be administered Sunday, Dec. 27th at St. Michael’s. In preparation, parents and godparents must attend the 11am Mass on Dec. 20th (arriving no later than 10:45am), followed immediately by a short class at 12:15pm in Kamiano Hall. Please note that the naming of the child and the anointing with the Oil of Catechumens will take place at the Dec. 20th Mass. It is mandatory that parents and godparents attend this Mass with their child. All paperwork should have been submitted to the parish office already. Any questions, please call Susan Bender at 326-7771.
Simbang Gabi
Join us for the annual Simbang Gabi Novena Masses at St. Michael’s for nine days. These Masses are sponsored by the Filipino Catholic Club and began on Wed-nesday, Dec. 16 until Christmas Eve. Simbang Gabi continues to be a significant time where the relationships among family members are strengthened and also provides time to re-strengthen our faith in God. This special time helps us to feel the loving presence of Our Lord and offers us a deeper spiritual preparation for Christmas; the birth of Jesus Christ. Everyone is welcome! The continuing schedule is: Dec. 19 at 5pm / Dec. 20 at 9am / Dec. 21—23 at 6pm / Dec. 24 at 7am
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Stop by to pick up your copy as a keepsake or a Christmas gift! St. Michael’s Church will soon be demolished, and proceeds from the book sales will go toward our Building Fund. Cost = $20 each; mail orders = $22.50 each.
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Stewardship Report: Week of Dec. 12th-13th
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# of Attendees |
Total Contributions |
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St. Michael’s |
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Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe – 6am |
362 |
$362.00 |
|
Saturday 5pm |
117 |
$1,110.00 |
|
Sunday 7am |
219 |
$2,159.00 |
|
Sunday 9am |
316 |
$2,759.00 |
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Sunday 11am |
122 |
$753.00 |
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Sunday 4pm |
105 |
$491.00 |
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Sunday 6pm |
125 |
$263.00 |
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Immaculate Conception |
42 |
$285.00 |
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Holy Rosary |
47 |
$336.00 |
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Totals = |
1,455 |
$8,518.00 |
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