Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
29 January 2012

“Here is a teaching that is new, and with authority behind it.”

Introduction

We come together to celebrate the presence of the Lord among us, to hear his living word and to receive him ever more fully into our lives.

Today’s Readings

First Reading: Deuteronomy 18:15-20

The Lord promises to raise up a prophet like Moses to speak God’s word to God’s people.

Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 7:32-35

Expecting the world to end soon, Paul calls for single-minded devotion to God rather than attention to one’s worldly needs.

Gospel: Mark 1:21-28

Jesus teaches with an authority that is validated by the subduing of an evil spirit.

MASSES FOR THE WEEK
Monday, 30 January
9:00 a.m. Victoria Abusada & Jorge Menacho & Deceased Family Members - Sergio Menacho & Family
5:15 p.m. Joseph Patrick Robb - Bill Robb & Family
Tuesday, 31 January
9:00 a.m. Maria Oh - Rosa Kwak
5:15 p.m. Rodolfo Quintana - Joe & Lolita Quintana
Wednesday, 1 February
9:00 a.m. Manuel Goncalves & Deceased Family Members - The Family
10:30 a.m. Extendicare - George Dineley - Betty & Barrie Gunhouse
5:15 p.m. Raymond Boudrea - Mike & Rowena Strong
Thursday, 2 February
9:00 a.m. Timothy McKay - Mr. & Mrs. Kimmerle
5:15 p.m. Jeffrey Conley - Carole Conley
Friday, 3 February
9:00 a.m. Sandra Del Prete - Mr. & Mrs. Ray Finnegan
10:00 a.m. Kingsdale Chateau - Paul Sudak - Theresa Hill
5:15 p.m. Joseph Sammon - Ed & Rita Evans
Saturday, 4 February
9:00 a.m. Shirley White - Frank White
5:15 p.m. Gregorio de la Fuente - Joe & Lolita Quintana
Sunday, 5 February
9:00 a.m. Timothy McKay - Miriam Van Vlymen
11:00 a.m. People of the Parish

NEXT WEEK - 4-5 February 2012

Masses Lectors Eucharistic
Ministers Ushers
Sat.
28 Jan.
5:15 p.m. A. Gazeley
E. Bennett C. McBride
K. Stewart
L. Bickerstaffe B. Monk
A. Kelly
I. Stewart
F. Carter
Sun.
29 Jan.
9:00 a.m. K. Deluzio
S. Philippe
Deacon Wojcik A. O’Brien
J. Oosterman T. Raine
M. Turkington
R. Audet
L. Cardamone
Sun.
29 Jan.
11:00 a.m. S. Thomas
J. Fraser G. Lesperance
D. Saunders
Q. Song F. Asuncion
A. Baptista
M. Couto
L. Deszpoth

PRAYERS FOR THOSE WHO ARE ILL

Please remember in your prayers the following: Diane O’Day; Lynne Xamin; Pina Murano; Bill Shaffer; Steve Gorman; Matthew LeBlanc; Martin Scribner; Paula Folks; Marsha Dorey; Luke Rochefort; Sylvia Norman; Lorna Valentine; Pam Wood; Betty Rolandi; Tony Deodato; Jean Wells; Ciara Ryckman; Marc Simard; Frances Hayes; Logan Burtch, Elaine Krumreich; Marie McNeil; Paul Lynch; Bill Rodgers; Cora Warren; Michelle Kemp; Eileen Wilkin; Joe McCambridge; Paul Gabourie; Joyce Dunphy; Anne C. Crowley; Benjamin San Pedro Jr., Eleanor Patriquin; Patricia Treverton.

PRAYERS FOR THE DECEASED

You are asked to remember in prayer those recently deceased.

If there are members of your family or friends who are ill or have recently died, and for whom you wish prayers, please contact the rectory to provide their names.

WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sat. & Sun.
28-29 Jan. *After 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. Masses - Hospitality Sunday
*5:15 p.m., 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. - Catholic Women’s League Membership Drive
Tues.
31 Jan. *9:30 a.m. - Legion of Mary
Wed.
1 Feb. *12:30-3:30 p.m. - Afternoon Card Players
*4:30-5:30 p.m. - 1st Reconciliation Class for Public School Students
*7:00 p.m. - Choir Practice
Sat. & Sun.
4-5 Feb. *5:15 p.m., 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. - Catholic Women’s League Membership Drive

PARISH

2011 INCOME TAX RECEIPTS are available for pick-up in the parish office until 31 January 2012, at which time they will be placed at the back of the church for pick-up after Mass.

HOSPITALITY SUNDAY We are looking for volunteers to provide sweets for Hospitality Sunday on the last Sunday of the month. If you are willing to provide a tray of goodies, please add your name to the sign-up sheet at the entrances. The next Hospitality Sunday will be held next Sunday, 29 January 2012, following the 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Masses, in the parish hall. All are welcome to attend and enjoy refreshments and fellowship.

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE MEMBERSHIP DRIVE The Catholic Women’s League of Canada is a national organization rooted in gospel values, calling its members to holiness through service to the people of God. The annual membership drive will take place here at St. Joseph’s this weekend, 28-29 January, and on 4-5 February 2012. Catholic Women’s League members will be at the church entrances to receive your membership fees of $20.00 for 2012. Every woman of St. Joseph’s Parish, sixteen years of age and older, is invited to be a member of the League.

FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTION On Friday, 3 February 2012, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will commence at 9:00 a.m. and continue until 5:00 p.m. You are encouraged to spend an hour with the Lord.

CATHOLIC MISSIONS COLLECTION A special Diocesan collection for Catholic Missions in Canada (Scarboro Missions) will be taken up next weekend, 4-5 February 2012. This collection will be forwarded to the Archdiocese no later than 28 February 2012; please ensure that you have made your donation by this date. Thank you for your generosity.

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE LUNCHEON & CARDS On Sunday, 12 February 2012, after the 11:00 a.m. Mass, St. Joseph’s Catholic Women’s League will be hosting a luncheon and card afternoon. There will be homemade soup, sandwiches, dessert and beverage, along with an afternoon of card playing, for $10.00 per person. Create your tables and come for a delicious lunch and afternoon fun. To pre-register, please call the parish office at 613-547-5004 before 6 February.

YOUTH GROUP Attention all youth grades 6-9 (or older). The St. Joseph’s Youth Group is starting up the Spring Session on Wednesday, 15 February. We will be preparing for a very special presentation of the Stations of the Cross. All youth are welcome! Come out and make new friends - Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the parish hall. For more information, please contact Alison Bogle at 613-536-5771. Permission forms will be available at schools and back of church.

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE EXECUTIVE MEETING will take place on Monday, 6 February 2012, at 7:00 p.m. in the parish hall. The monthly General Meeting will take place on 13 February 2012.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS EXECUTIVE MEETING will take place on Tuesday, 7 February 2012, at 7:30 p.m. in the parish hall. The monthly General Meeting will take place on 14 February 2012.

OUR COMMUNITY

BEREAVED FAMILIES OF ONTARIO will be hosting Morning Coffee on Tuesday, 31 January 2012, from 10:00-11:00 a.m., at BFO office, 721 Progress Avenue, Unit 1, 2nd floor. For information call 613-634-1230.

NEW LIFE GROUP MEETING is a Catholic Ministry for the Separated and Divorced. Meetings are held on alternate Tuesday evenings at the Diocesan Centre, 390 Palace Road, Kingston. The next meeting will take place on Tuesday, 31 January 2012, 7:30 p.m. All are welcome.

ST. MICHAEL’S CHURCH, BELLEVILLE is hosting a Craft & Bake Sale on Saturday, 11 February 2012, from 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at the Parish Centre. There will be a monitored children’s area on the second floor. There will be food and drinks, and available parking.

ARCHDIOCESAN CELEBRATION OF SUNDAY

PROVIDENCE SPIRITUALITY CENTRE LENTEN RETREATS The Providence Spirituality Centre is offering a number of Lenten Retreats in March. Please call 613-542-8826 or visit info@psck.org before 24 February 2012 for details.

VESPERS AND THE RITE OF ELECTION All parishioners are invited to celebrate Sunday Vespers and the Rite of Election at St. Mary’s Cathedral on the First Sunday of Lent, 26 February 2012, at 4:00 p.m. Archbishop O’Brien will preside and formally welcome all those who have been preparing for Baptism this Easter, as well as Candidates for Full Communion. After the celebration all are welcome to join us for refreshments.

BEREAVED FAMILIES OF ONTARIO are offering the following programs and events:
Spousal/Partner Night - 8 February, at 6:30 p.m.
Mothers’ Night - 14 February, at 6:30 p.m.
Baby Loss Night - 15 February, at 6:30 p.m.
Family Night, 21 February, at 7:30 p.m.
Morning Coffee - 28 February, at 10:00 a.m.
All are held at 721 Progress Avenue, Unit 1, 2nd floor. For information, please call 613-634-1230.

ALUMNAE OF ST. JOSEPH’S SCHOOL OF NURSING is holding a General Meeting on 23 February 2012, at 7:00 p.m., at Hotel Dieu Hospital, in Conference Room 1 Centennary 2. All alumnae are welcome.

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER SERVICE will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 490 Days Road, Kingston, on Friday, 2 March 2012, at 2:00 p.m. A light lunch will follow. If you would like to volunteer to assist in the planning, or for more information, please call Caroline at 613-542-8473. There will be a planning meeting on Friday, 3 February, from 2:00-3:00 p.m. in the parish hall at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. A rehearsal will be held on Friday, 17 February, at 2:00 p.m.