Second Sunday in Ordinary Time - January 20, 2019
Nations shall behold your vindication, and all the kings your glory. -- Isaiah 62:2
Nations shall behold your vindication, and all the kings your glory. -- Isaiah 62:2
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Second Collection
January 26 & 27 Church in Latin America Parish Office Closed
The parish office will be closed on Monday, January 21, for the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday Join the Filipino Community on Saturday, January 26 after the 5:00 pm Mass as we celebrate our annual Santo Niño de Praga fiesta.
Mary’s Garden
Would you like to see Mary’s Garden flourishing? You can donate fresh flowers (nothing artificial) or $ toward a fund to be used to purchase them. Sacred Space, Sacred Silence
Let us please all remember that our Church building is a space for prayer. Before and after Mass we all need to maintain silence to respect others who are praying. We can always go outside to do our socializing so those who are praying can do so in silence. |
It’s Coming in Less than a Month!
Join us for OLF’s Annual Crab Feed which will be held on Saturday, February 2, 2019. Our feast includes all-you-can-eat clam chowder, pasta, bread, dessert and of course, marinated crab. Your evening will be completed with a raffle, dancing and entertainment. Tickets are now on sale in the parish and school offices. $50 adult/$20 child (11 & under). 5:30-7:00 pm Social Hr 7:00 pm Dinner. Don’t miss the best Crab Feed in town!! Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School
Catholic schools week is January 27—February 2 Come see what the Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School community has to offer at our Open House, January 27th, 2019 from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Tour the school, meet our teachers, speak with students and parents. 8th grade will be hosting their annual omelet breakfast fundraiser from 8-12 on the 27th. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $10. This year's theme is College: Join us as we look into the future! New Pastoral Council Members - Congratulations to the five new members of the Pastoral Council. They are: Lori Begen, Ruth Ann Bonzi, Chris Griffin, Ben Grimes and Stephanie La Bove.
SCAM ALERT !!!
We recently discovered someone has been texting parishioners claiming to be various priests, our pastor or our bishop asking them to purchase goods for him as a favor. None of these people would ever contact you this way and ask this of you. We have reported this to the police, but it is continuing. Please be on the alert. Pray the Rosary daily
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Can you spend one hour with me? This is a beautiful way to spend quiet time in the presence of our Lord. Hours for exposition are: 12 noon to 5:00 pm, Thursdays.
Come pray with us
We pray Morning Prayer at 7:15 am and the Rosary at 7:30 am Monday thru Saturday in the Church before Mass. Join us. Desperate need for high school confirmation catechists.
We have a great need for catechists for this age group. Is God calling you to help us out? Call Joyce Teixeira 491-3468 Attn: All Communion Ministers
There is always AN URGENT need for more Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to take Communion to the homebound, to those in hospitals & convalescent & rehab facilities. If you feel called to serve in this Ministry please call Kathy Sbragia at 545-1896. Spiritual Direction
Are you looking for a new way to grow spiritually? Spiritual direction may be just the right experience to help you to use your "inner GPS" to find clarity and peace of mind and heart. For more information, call Joyce Teixeira in the Parish Office at 491-3468. LOOKING GOOD
The best mirror is a friend’s eyes. -Gaelic proverb |
Two Great Opportunities for Seniors!
1. Young at Heart: Fitness and Strength Training Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00 – 10:00 AM in the New Hall Classes consist of a combination of strength training exercises, flexibility movements, and balance training to keep participants living longer, healthier, more physically active lifestyles. Most exercises can be done sitting or standing. Modifications can be made to accommodate most fitness levels. 2. Faith Sharing and Learning Wednesdays, 10:15 – 11:00 AM in the New Hall. Informal gatherings to share and learn about varied faith topics while enjoying a healthy and tasty treat. Need more information? Call Joyce Teixeira at the OLF parish office, 491-3468. Are you 50 or older? Would you like to make new friends? Why not join the OLF Seniors club? We meet on the third Thursday of each month in the new hall at 11:30. Come join us for a luncheon for a small charge. For more info, call Frank at 576-5689.
Looking for a great way to jumpstart your faith and knowledge in this new year?
Our Lady of Fatima Parish Bible Study: The Gospel of St. Luke Choose from morning OR evening sessions on Thursdays January 24, 31 * February 7, 21, 28 * March 7 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. in the New Hall Led by Joyce Teixeira OR 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. in Classroom #6 Led by Deacon Juan Vargas. $15 donation covers the cost of supplies and the book, Meeting St. Luke Today: Understanding the Man, His Mission, and His Message by Daniel J. Harrington, SJ, Professor of New Testament at the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry. To register, call Joyce Teixeira in the Parish Office, 491-3468 KNIGHTLY NEWS - The way to defeat evil is with goodness. St. John Paul II taught us this. Defeat scandal by showing our love of God and neighbor.
Defeat self-centeredness by service rooted in faith directed to the poor and needy. Defeat indifference by discussing with those you love why the Church and our faith are so important to us. Our faith in action is the most effective and most enduring way to be the strong arm of the Church. The Knights of Columbus are service oriented for the parish and community. Richard Morgan, Grand Knight (542-8119) 
Invitation from Bishop Blaire
As part of his pastoral ministry in retirement, Bishop Blaire would like to visit parishioners confined to their homes who no longer are able to come to church. If you know someone who would like a visit please call the rectory at 524-7421 and leave the name and phone number. Bishop Blaire will follow up in arranging for the visit. Adult Faith Formation Classes
Adults who would like to learn more about the Catholic faith are invited to participate in our Monday evening sessions from 7:00 – 8:30 PM. in the Parish Center. Come discover how God may be calling you to celebrate the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. Please call Joyce Teixeira in the Religious Education Office (491-3468) to find out more about getting started in this important part of your life journey. Linen Ministry
Could you find time to help out in a wonderful ministry of service in the parish? Our Linen Ministry cares for the altar linens from each Mass. With over 12 weekly Masses celebrated, many hands are needed. We can always use new volunteers. Would you be willing to volunteer a few hours per month? Call Lisa Rego at 872-1995. 
Our St. Vincent de Paul Society has an ongoing need for canned chicken, Hamburger, Tuna, Chicken Helper, canned meals, canned fruits, boxed side dishes, and pancake mix and syrup. Your help is greatly appreciated and goes directly to the many people we help each week. Thank you for your generosity.
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HAVE YOU SIGNED UP FOR FORMED YET? OVER 700,000 HAVE.
Who Do You Say That I Am? The Four Great Expectations of the Messiah Bishop Robert Barron FORMED.org, our parish code F7GZ8R will gain access to this and other Catholic content via your computer, tablet, or your smartphone. If you like a program you have tried, spread the word and invite a friend or relative to sign up, too! It’s FREE! Central Catholic High School
We are currently accepting applications for the 2019-2020 school year. If your student is interested in attending CCHS, please email Rebekah Nelson at Nelson@cchsca.org to get more information about the admissions process. Pray the Rosary daily
for world peace. † Bulletin E-mail
bulletin@olfmodesto.org Please join the digital age and send your announcements to this address. Your bulletin editor likes to copy and paste, not type. |
Walk for Life West Coast 2019
Join fellow Catholics and 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 Mass at 9:30AM celebrated by Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone at St. Mary’s Cathedral. The rally begins at 12:30PM in San Francisco’s Civic Center Plaza, and the Walk, down the city’s Market Street, begins at 1:30PM. Last year’s Walk drew 50,000+people. For complete information about the Walk, visit www.walkforlifewc.com or call 415-658-1793. Catholic Charities Ombudsman Program
Catholic Charities provides supportive services to seniors throughout Stanislaus County. Be a champion for seniors by becoming a volunteer. The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program needs volunteers to advocate for residents in Long Term Care Facilities by helping them to receive both quality of life and care. All volunteers receive 36-hour training course, are certified by the California Department of Aging, and receive guidance from trained volunteer staff. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, and commit to volunteering at least 15 flexible hours per month. Ombudsman orientation– To learn more about the Ombudsman program and training call ar attend a one hour Ombudsman Orientation. Ombudsman 8 day training dates and time: *January 14, 15, 16, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29* from 19:00 am—3:00 pm Training Location: 2351 Tenaya Dr., Ste D, Modesto *Please call the Ombudsman office to reserve seating. Ombudsman Contact Information: Beverly Ballam-LTC Ombudsman, e-mail: stanltco@ccstockton.org. Phone: (209) 322-0204 All Catholic Charities volunteers and staff are background checked (FBI and CA Department of Justice). Bilingual volunteers are especially helpful. Poland Pilgrimage
Fr. Marian Korzeniowski (St. Stanislaus Parish, Modesto) will be leading a pilgrimage to Poland 20 May – 02 June 2019. We will be visiting St. Faustina convent and Shrine, the tomb of St. Stanislaus, Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine(aka The Black Madonna), the monastery founded by St. Maximilian Kolbe, the birthplace of Chopin and many other shrines, castles and historical places. You will see the best that Poland has to offer and it has a lot as it is the most Catholic country on the face of this earth. The price of the ground tour is $1900 US and includes everything except airfare. The deadline to register and pay is Feb 15, 2019. For more info and more details please contact Fr.Marian at: (209) 422-7123 mkorzeniowski@ststanscc.org Relentless “The one” Central Valley Catholic Family Conference
Saturday, Feb. 26, 2019, 8 am—6:30 pm. Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, 2602 S. Walnut Rd., Turlock, CA. Presented by World Ablaze & Possibility Productions Speakers: John Sablan, Christine Watkins, John Pridmore, Lizzie Reezay, Kelly Nieto, Brian Kravec, Featuring the music of ARMEE Ministries. www.RELENTLESSCONFERENCE.NET |
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Are you a registered parishioner?
Have you moved, changed phone numbers, or had other changes since registering? Help us to keep our records up to date by letting us know when changes happen-call the parish office at 524-7421 or go to the Update Form page to change your address. Do you consider yourself a member of the parish? If you do, but have not registered, please do so. Please call the parish office at 524-7421. Periodically we mail out information and would hate to have you miss out on what is happening because you haven’t let us know you are part of us. Help us to be a more welcoming parish Bulletin e-mail bulletin@olfmodesto.org Please send your announcements to this address. |
PARISH FACILITIES POLICY
It is the policy of the parish that we don’t rent out any of the parish facilities: church, halls, gym, classrooms, meeting rooms or field. As a parish with a school, we have a busy usage and demand for our facilities by our ministries, clubs, and organizations. For the same reasons, we also do not rent or loan tables, chairs, or any other equipment. 
NEVER leave any valuable items in your car that can be seen. If you’re going to leave something in the trunk or other areas that are out of sight, place them there before you arrive. There are people who watch and wait for any opportunity to break into cars.
Our security cameras are good, but they can’t stop a break-in. Also, please don’t leave bicycles parked without locking them. Purses, bags, and backpacks should never be left unattended-even while going to communion. Sadly, there are people who look for opportunities. Don’t be a victim! SCHOOL SECURITY
For security our parking lot gates will be closed at 8:15 am on school days. The sliding gate between the old hall and Church will remain closed. If you are attending weekday morning Mass we ask that you please park on the street or the parking lot in front of the school. FOR YOUR SAFETY
Our exit gates (# 2 behind the priests’ garage {EXIT ONLY} and # 7 on the west end of the campus {this is both an entrance and exit}) are being automated, if they are closed and you are inside—PULL SLOWLY UP CLOSE to the gate and it will open. |
OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH
505 W. Granger Ave. Modesto, CA 95350
Rev. Khoi Pham, Pastor • Rev. Madhu Appanapalle • Rev. Ronnie Manango • Deacons Jim Johnson & Juan Vargas
505 W. Granger Ave. Modesto, CA 95350
Rev. Khoi Pham, Pastor • Rev. Madhu Appanapalle • Rev. Ronnie Manango • Deacons Jim Johnson & Juan Vargas
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HOURS
Monday-Friday 8:30am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-7:00pm Sat and Sunday: 9am-1:00pm Parish Office: 524-7421 School Office: 524-4170 Email: school@olfmodesto.com Religious Education: 491-3462 RCIA: 491-3468 Youth Ministry: 524-7421 |
MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday Anticipated Mass 5:00 pm - English, 6:30 pm - Spanish Sunday 8 am, 10 am and 6 pm - English 12:00 Noon - Spanish 3:30 pm - Vietnamese Daily Mass 8:00 am (Monday-Saturday) - English 6:30 pm (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday) - Spanish |
Holy Days
7:30 pm - Vietnamese Vigil 8:00 am - English 9:00 am (school) - English 12:15 pm - English 6:00 pm - English 7:30 pm - Spanish Sacrament of Penance Saturdays 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
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