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Reverend James Rodia, O. Praem.
ST. RICHARD PARISH PHILADELPHIA, PA
The Baptism of the lord
SUNDAY January 10th
8:00 Helen Young requested by Joan & Bob Schafer
10:00 HOLY SPIRIT Vincent Smith requested by
Mary & Eric Smith
11:30 Josephine Gerace requested by daughter, Rosalie
MONDAY January 11th
8:00 Edith Scairato req. by Ted Scairato Sr and family
TUESDAY January 12th
8:00 St. Richard Memorial Society
WEDNESDAY January 13th
8:00 Nick & Millie DiDonato requested by
daughter, Joann & son-in-law, Lou
THURSDAY January 14th
8:00 Maria Porchia requested by Dora
FRIDAY January 15th
8:00 David S. Miller requested with love, Mommom
SATURDAY January 16th
8:00 Tony & Nancy Tartaglia requested by
Betty & Bernie Tartaglia
4:30pm Sam Malgieri req. by Aunt Jennie and Godson Sal
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Our SANCTUARY CANDLE will be burning this week
In Loving memory of Edith Scairato requested by
Ted Scairato Sr. and family
VOTIVE CANDLES
IMO Frances Coccia requested by
Marie & Tom McKnight and family
IMO Loretta DiDonato requested by Joann & Lou
IMO Ralph Barbieri req. with love, wife and family
IMO Anthony Carrea requested by wife Anna
ILM 95th Birthday of Angelina Rose Scaruzzi requested
with love daughter, Annette Gaudio,
Grand children and Great Grandchildren
ILM Jennie Montagna love, niece Annette Guadio
IMO Frances Coccia requested by friend, Mary **
ILM William Clark requested by wife, Connie **
**correction
FROM MY HOUSE
TO YOURS
Dear Parishioners,
Today the Church celebrates the Solemnity of
the Baptism of Our Lord. This brings to an end the
season of Christmas. At first glance, the Baptism of the
Lord might seem an odd feast. Since the Catholic
Church teaches that the Sacrament of Baptism is nec-
essary for the remission of sins, particularly Original
Sin, why was Christ baptized? After all, He was born
without Original Sin, and He lived His entire life with-
out sinning. Therefore, He had no need of the sacra-
ment, as we do.
In submitting Himself humbly to the baptism of
St. John the Baptist, however, Christ provided the ex-
ample for the rest of us. If even He should be baptized,
though He had no need of it, how much more should
the rest of us be thankful for this sacrament, which
frees us from the darkness of sin and incorporates us
into the Church, the life of Christ on earth! His Bap-
tism, therefore, was necessary--not for Him, but for us.
Many of the Fathers of the Church, as well as
the medieval Scholastics, saw Christ's Baptism as the
institution of the sacrament. His Flesh blessed the wa-
ter, and the descent of the Holy Spirit (in the form of a
dove) and the voice of God the Father announcing that
this was His Son, in Whom He was well pleased,
marked the beginning of Christ's public ministry. Thus
his life would never be the same.
This feast is a good time for all of us to reflect
on our own faith life. Perhaps this is the time for us to
remember our own baptism, renew it and become more
involved in our parish family. So as we emerge from
the Christmas season to the rest of the year ahead of
us, may we stay close to the Lord, asking him to lead
us on the path he calls us to walk; for if we do I am
sure our life will never be the same!
God Love Ya!
Fr. Reilly
The Baptism of the Lord January 10, 2016
Celebrate Baptism!
Celebrate our Faith! Today we celebrate the Baptism of
Our Lord and the last day of the
Christmas Season. We congratulate
all families who have had a child
Baptized in the past two years. We
celebrate with all of you today at the special
blessing. Baptism, the first Sacrament that we receive,
welcomes us into the Christian Community. As a
community of Faith, it is important for us to pray for
each other throughout all of the special Sacrament mo-
ments and throughout the year.
Bits & Bytes: Baptism
Baptism is a sacrament that celebrates our faith in Christ.
Obviously, infants are in no position to make a faith deci-
sion to accept Christ's salvation. They cannot and do not
choose to become members of the church. Parents who
present their children to be baptized, therefore, accept the
responsibility for their child to learn about God and to
develop a sense of the holy through their involvement
with a faith community. The rite of baptism makes it very
clear that parents present their children to Christ and to
the church. In turn, the church blesses the parents as the
child's first Christian teachers. In reflecting on this awe-
some task, parents should remember that they have re-
ceived God's special call and God's special grace to help
to form their children in the faith.
• How do you describe the might of God?
• What does your baptism empower you to do?
A Note of Thanks Dear Parishioners,
Thank you very much for surprising me by your Christmas
gift and I am really grateful to Fr. Reilly and each and eve-
ryone of you. St. Richard’s Parish is always in my prayers
and please remember me in your prayers, too.
Thank You and may the Blessed Mother keep all of you
closer to her heart.
Sonny (St. Charles Borromeo Seminary- Theology II)
St. Richard Memorial Society
Newly enrolled:
Gabrielle Schlear
Reading Reflection Isaiah 42:1–4, 6–7
“Here is my servant whom I uphold, my chosen one with whom I am pleased.”
Acts 10:34–38
“God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power.”
Luke 3:15–16, 21–22
“All were asking in their hearts whether John might be the Messiah.”
Sacrament Calendar
Jan. 14 First Eucharist Parent Evening of
Reflection 7-8 p.m. in the Church
(Parents only)
Feb. 20 Confirmation Preparation Session 3
9-11:30 a.m. in School Hall
Feb. 27 First Holy Communion Family
Retreat 9-11:00 a.m. in School Hall
The Baptism of the Lord January 10, 2016
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the Archdiocese, please visit:: http://archphila.org/mercy/calendar/
A Word from
Pope Francis
“Jesus did not need to be baptized, but the first theologians say that, with his body, with his divinity, in baptism he blessed all the waters, so that the waters would have the power to confer baptism. And then, before ascending to Heaven, Jesus told us to go into all the world to baptize. And from that day forward up until today, this has been an uninterrupted chain: they baptized their children, and their children their own, and those children� And also today this chain continues.” Homily on the feast of the Baptism of the Lord, January 12, 2014
For Christmas, every individual/family received a
book by Matthew Kelly titled Rediscover Jesus.
Additional copies are in the back of church if you did
not receive a book.
Since Christmas is the time we celebrate the birth of
the King of Peace and Savior of the World, this is a
good time to think of Jesus as an infant and then grow-
ing and preparing to spread the Gospel offering people
FAITH, HOPE and CHARITY/LOVE.
The title of the prologue is ARE YOU JESUS? The
end of the chapter, and every chapter, offers a prayer,
reflection and challenge to live as authentic disciples
of Jesus Christ.
——————————————————-
Points to Ponder: Jesus wants you to carry on his
world.
Verses to live: “Seek first the kingdom of God and his
righteousness.” (Matthew 6:33)
Question to consider: How much is the sheer busy-
ness of your life preventing you from living the life
God is calling you to live?
Prayer: Jesus, give me the courage to let down my
guard.
Pre-Cana Classes
In preparation for the sacrament of Marriage, Pre-
Cana classes are required for all couples. You must
register in advance for this class. For registration and
more information visit
www.philamarriageprep.com .
Pre-Jordan Classes
In preparation for Baptism Pre-Jordan classes are
held the third Monday of the month at 7:00 pm in the
Church. The parents of the child are required to at-
tend the class; godparents are also welcome but not
required to attend.
Please call the rectory to make arrangements for the
Baptism and to attend the class. After you have at-
tended the class and acquired certificates of eligibil-
ity for your godparents, you may then call the rectory
for an appointment to book the date of your choos-
ing. The next scheduled class is :
January 18, 2016
February 15, 2016
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