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Mass Times:
Saturday 8:30am | Vigil—5:30pm
Sunday 8:00am , Family —10:30am,
Youth —4:30pm
Weekdays 6:30am | 8:00am
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Thursdays Saturdays 6pm 4pm
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Monday-Friday 24 Hours A Day
January 6th, 2019
The Epiphany of the Lord
Éy à{x Blessed Virgin Mary
Pastor—Fr. Stanley Poltorak
Deacons—Lawrence Klimecki & David Leatherby
Our Mission Statement To bring souls to the salvation which Jesus Christ has won for us, by our
proclamation of and witnessing to the splendor, beauty and fullness
of the Catholic Faith.
Parish Office | 8:30am-4:30pm Closed from 12:00pm-1:00pm
Fr. Stanley Poltorak | Pastor [email protected]
Chris Garn [email protected]
916.481.7441 x200
Diana Jimenez | Bookkeeper [email protected]
Parish School Principal-Carrie Donahue 916.482.0351
[email protected] www.presentationschool.net
Religious Education Sidney Curry | 916.482.8883
Youth Ministry Becky Poncini (Interim)
916.541.5805 [email protected]
Visit our website to find more information!
www.presentationparish.org
4123 Robertson Avenue | Sacramento | CA 95821-0208
/presentationparish /pbvm_parish /pparish
Jimmy and Jace are brothers who share the same form of red-green color-blindness. They see as clearly as anyone else, but the colors red and green dis-solve into murky shades of yellow. Even the colors they can see, such as blue, are dull and lifeless.
In a touching video, Jimmy's father holds a bunch of brightly colored balloons, points to the orange one, and asks his son to name the color. There is a long pause before Jimmy hesitantly says, “Green?” His father then points to a green
balloon and gently tells Jimmy, “this is green.” “It looks orange to me,” replies the teenager.
Jimmy is then given a pair of glasses designed to correct red-green color blindness. He puts them on and looks up. His mother, holding the camera, can be heard off screen asking him what he sees. But Jimmy can't speak. He is so overwhelmed by the vividness of the colors that tears are rolling down his cheeks. He turns to his brother, Jace, hugs him, and then passes on the glasses. Jace, too, is overwhelmed and only manages to say, “it's so bright.”
There are more videos like this, of people seeing the vibrant colors of the world around them for the first time. Far and away the most typical responses are tears of joy.
We live in a world surrounded by the beauty of God's creation but we have become so accus-tomed to it that we are frequently blind to its intensity. It often takes an outside force, a pair of glasses or a person with a different perspective to help us see the world as it truly is.
The birth of Jesus in Bethlehem was a quiet moment, limited to a few people. On the feast of the Epiphany, we celebrate the manifestation of God to the entire world, specifically to the Gen-tile nations who had received no prophecies and heard no heavenly hymns of praise.
But the Gentile astrologers did see a sign. Through an unusual star in the common constella-tions, God sent them a message they could not ignore. And so they came, nations and kings, to the light of Israel. They did not come to Israel itself. The people had become so used to God’s Word they had grown somewhat deaf to it, the nations came to the Light itself.
The Light brings together a new people, gathered from all nations, a people of God, a people chosen.
Let us be wakeful and watchful. Let us be mindful of the manifestations of God that occur around us every day. In particular let us watch for our brothers and sisters who are returning home. We reach out to those who are coming to us with questions, and those who are tired and long for nothing more than to be again counted among God’s children.
We are blessed with converts and prodigals. These are our brothers and sisters who often reveal to us new and fruitful paths, let us listen to them, and welcome them with joy.
Pax Vobiscum In trust of God’s infinite goodness, we pray to lift up our sick parishioners, family & friends, and those in need of healing of the body and soul.
Almighty Father, hear out prayers for: Jan Almay, Sharon Anderson-Kunz, Anthony Andreozzi, Shaun Banagan, Pat Botelho, Chris Cetti, Wally Dondero, Bill Dunphy, Judy DuPont, Leilani Fitzgerald, Gume Flores, Marcy French, Vienna Golsong, Doug Hagans, Conor Hagg, George Hague, Sharon Harrington, Lynn Hauf, Susan Hauser, Alex Henderson, Jonathan Hunt, Fred & Pat Ingram, Ed Jackson, Robert Johnson, Kimberly Kaufman, Devonne Keevers, June Kertes, Debbie Robrecht, Mary Largent, Georgia Latimer, Shirley Lauwers, Nilda Medina, Michael Mejia, Lucille Moessinger, Gene Moore, Karla Moore, Irene Pericic, David Qualls, Randy Qualls, Alex Quiroz, Maryanne Redmond, Bridget Ruiz, Amy Fleege Schaffner, Vic Senacal, Chris Shores, Mark Skvarla, Gracie Rose Smith, Laura Smith, Greg Spitz, Wanda Southern, Sarah Thompson, Dawn Wilson, Nic Windeshau-sen, Brenda Winn, Elizabeth & Grecielia Zuranich.
Deacon Lawrence Klimecki
† Mass Intentions † Rel ig ious Educat ion News
Sunday 8:00am † Geard Family (L) 10:30am | Family † Johnny Vallejo, Happy Birthday! (L) Frech Family † Leonard Crabtree (L) 4:30pm | Youth † People of the Parish (L)
Monday 6:30am † Holy Souls in Purgatory 8:00am † Kateri Wilkinson, Happy Birthday! (L) Family
Tuesday 6:30am † Holy Souls in Purgatory 8:00am † Linda Ryle (D)
Wednesday 6:30am † Holy Souls in Purgatory 8:00am † Mary Virgen (D) Frech Family † Ellen & Bill Hallerman (L) Alan & Patty
Leatherby
Thursday 6:30am † Deacon Dave & Jennifer Leatherby (L)
Alan & Patty Leatherby 8:00am † Carmen Quiroga (D) Frech Family † Dave Sr. & Sally Leatherby (L) Alan &
Patty Leatherby
Friday 6:30am † Mary Helen (D) Frech Family 8:00am † Rakhshandeh Fakhim (D) † Mrs. Hinschberger (L) Marotti Family
Saturday 8:30am † The Palton Family (L) Alan & Patty Leatherby 5:30pm † Camille Burgess (L) Cynthia Santos Sunday 8:00am † Willard Whee Jr. (D) Byram’s 10:30am | Family † Fr. Mike Carroll (L) Frech Family 4:30pm | Youth † Turrentine Family (L) Marotti
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PBVM Parish Ministries
St. Vincent de Paul 916.485.3482 ·T/Th/F: 9-11am President : Joe DeMarco
Scrip | PBVM School 916.482.0351 Divine Mercy Prayer Line Mari Farnsworth 916.215.2175
Music Ministry | Becky Poncini 916.541.5805 [email protected]
Legion Of Mary Patricia Jackson 916.973.8537
Altar Society Diana Jimenez 916.402.1028
Knights of Columbus Greg Gillen—Grand Knight 916-487-1964 kofc15693.org
Weekend Collection Amounts
Unavailable due to holiday Thank you for you generous donations!
Contact Sidney Curry | DRE | 482.8883
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Youth Ministry
LifeTeen & Edge
January 10th-LifeTeen Holy Hour of Reparation
January 17th-Edge Game Night
Questions?
Adult Faith Formation
The preparations for Christmas include buying or making gifts for those whom we love.
You can give no better gift than the gift that God has given to us: his Son, our Jesus Christ our LORD.
Invite someone who is not Catholic to attend Mass with you at Christmas.
For information about RCIA contact Sidney 916-482-8883 or [email protected]
Children’s Faith Formation January 20th —No Class for MLK Jr. Holiday
January 27th—No Class for School Open House Take time to visit our school this day!
Respect Life Sacramento
Praying year round at Butano on Wed & Fri 8am-11am
We meet every 3rd Monday in the Immaculata at 6:30pm
Next meeting: 1/21
Come join us for our meeting in the Immaculata!
We would love to hear your ideas!
“You who are my messenger, in you I place my absolute trust.”
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
You are invited to join Catholics nationwide in celebrating Respect Life
Month with the message “Every Life: Cherished, Chosen, Sent!”
Learn more at usccb.org/respectlife
“By embracing the mission entrusted to him, St. Juan Diego helped bring Christ’s transforming love to cultures gripped by
oppression and death… Like St. Juan Diego, let us embrace our daily mission to help others encounter God’s transforming, life-giving love.”
Discernment Retreat
This retreat will be the weekend of Jan. 18th-20th
Are you discerning the priesthood? Know of
someone who is?
To be eligible, participants must be a single male &
21 years or older
No cost to attend! Contact the office of
Vocations 916-733-0100
DONATE YOUR CAR! Knights of columbus
John Abdo—916.214.8721
Mark Zawkiewicz 916.804.3577
Administered by: AVE MARIA CATHOLIC VEHICLE DONATIONS
In addition—We will pick up ANY type of vehicle IN ALL 50 STATES within 72 hours! Tell your neighbors and friends so we may help and assist
thousands of people in need!
FREE TOWING
100% TAX DEDUCTIBLE
CATHOLIC SCHOOL’S WEEK
Begins on January 27, 2019 with the 10:30am Mass.
There will be an Open House at PBVM School after the 10:30am Mass.
Make sure to stop by!
More information to follow.
Walk for Life West Coast 2019
Join fellow Catholics & Pro-Lifers from all over California and beyond as we stand up for the littlest among us at the 15th Annual Walk for Life West Coast in San Francisco on January 26, 2019
There will be Holy Mass at 9:30am celebrated by Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone at St. Mary’s Cathedral.
The rally begins at 12:30pm in SF’s Civic Center Plaza, and the
Walk, down the city’s Market St., begins at 1:30pm.
Last year’s Walk drew over 50,000 people!
More information is available
at walkforlifewc.com or By calling 415-658-1793
9 DAYS FOR LIFE
JOIN THOUSANDS AS WE PRAY FOR THE RESPECT OF HUMAN LIFE.
JANUARY 14-22, 2019 9 DAYS OF LIFE IS A MULTI-FACETED NOVENA FOR THE RE-
SPECT AND PROTECTION OF EVERY HUMAN LIFE. EACH DAY, A DIFFERENT INTENETION IS ACCOMPANIED BY A
SHORT REFLECTION, SUGGESTED ACTIONS, AND RELATED INFORMATION.
VISIT WWW.9DAYSFORLIFE.COM TO JOIN!
News & Events at Presentation Parish!
As a friendly reminder, please include your envelope number on any contribution you wish to be recorded for tax information.
If you need your envelope number or have questions contact Chris in the office [email protected] | 916-481-7441 x200
END OF THE YEAR TAX INFORMATION Contribution statements will be mailed out towards the end of January. If you contribute through Faith Direct
(electronic giving) a statement will be sent to you by e-mail directly from Faith Direct. If you would like your contribution statement by e-mail instead of by mail, please send Chris an e-mail with
this request at [email protected]. Thank you for your generosity!
Senior Joy
Comedy Show “Black Ice” at Chautauqua Playhouse January 13th at 2pm
Call Fran at 916-359-8263 for more details!
The Diocese has received multiple reports from parishioner who have fallen victim to a recent internet email phishing scam. The scam begin when the parishioner exchanges a series of emails from an imposter who assumes the name of the local parish pastor. The imposter will ask the parishioner to purchase iTunes gift cards for some cause or sending some sort of money. CAREFULLY CHECK THE SENDER E-MAIL TO AVOID ANY SCAMS. The Parish & Diocese will never cask you to send gift cards by email.
If you are ever unsure if an email is from the parish or from the Diocese call or e-mail Chris at
916-481-7441 x200 [email protected]
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Monday, January 21st, 2019
Due to the holiday:
There will be no 6:30am Mass The Parish Office will be closed The School Office will be closed
“Darkness cannot drive out
darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only
love can do that.”
-Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
A BIG THANK YOU to all those who helped with our
Christmas and New Years celebrations!
A special thank you to: Deacon Lawrence and Deacon Leatherby
The Altar Society and all those who donated towards the decorations All of our wonder readers, ushers, and Eucharistic Ministers
Sid Curry & Terry Beile
A thank you to all of our wonderful parishioners for making this such a joyous Christmas. As this time of the year is very busy for everyone, we would like to thank you for your support, patience, and kindness.
Rejoice! For Our Savior is born!
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LoM 9:15am
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Kni ng 10:30am
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Book Club 12pm
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Confessions 6pm
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Confessions 4pm
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CFF Confirma on Retreat
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LoM 9:15am
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Kni ng 10:30am
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Book Club 12pm
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Confessions 6pm
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Feed the Hungry 9:30am
Confessions 4pm
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Confessions 6pm
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Walk for Life West Coast
Confessions 4pm
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PBVM School Open House
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PRESENTATION PARISH EVENTS January 6— February 2
P u b l i s h i n g D e a d l i n e s : Church, School & Community Events
January 13th Bulletin— Deadline 01/07 by 12pm
Contact Chris at [email protected]
COMMUNITY EVENTS
January 6—Epiphany of the Lord
January 13—Confirmation Retreat
January 21—MLK Jr. Holiday
January 22—Diocesan Pro-Life Mass
January 24—Religious Decathlon
January 26—Walk for Life West
January 27—School Open House
If you are a new parishioner, or need to update your parishioner information, please call the office.
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To use our parish facility, please contact:
Chris | 916.481.7441 x200
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AVAILABLE HOLY HOURS: Monday | 12:30pm-1:30pm Monday | 6:30pm-7:30pm
Monday | 11:30pm-12:30am Tuesdays | 12:30am-1:30am Tuesdays | 2:30am-3:30am
Wednesdays | 12:30am-1:30am Wednesdays | 2:30am-3:30am
Wednesdays | 12:30pm-1:30pm Wednesdays | 1:30pm-2:30pm
Wednesday | 11:30pm-12:30am Friday| 9:30am-10:30am Friday 11:30am-12:30pm Friday | 12:30pm-1:30pm Friday | 1:30pm-2:30pm
Nicole Resch Sperber | 916.396.1341 [email protected]
‘SCRIP’ is basically another word for gift
certificates, only better! Every time you purchase
scrip from Presentation, our school benefits—a portion
of every gift certificate goes back to the school!
On sale after Masses or at the school office!
