St. Peter Claver Church ESTABLISED in 1920 LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST SCHEDULE Saturday Evening: 4:00 p.m. Sundays: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m. Holy Days: See Liturgy of the Eucharist schedule inside Weekdays: See Liturgy of the Eucharist schedule inside SACRAMENT OF PENANCE 2:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. on Saturday or anytime by appointment. 1923 St. Philip Street New Orleans, LA 70116 Office (504) 822-8059 Fax (504) 822-9251 School (504) 822-8191 Credit Union (504) 988-1182 Misaada Center (504( 827-0707 PASTORAL STAFF Rev. J. Asare-Dankwah Pastor BAPTISM Appointment with the priest or deacon for preparation is necessary. Call during pregnancy or as soon as possible after the child is born. Mr. André Aguillard, Sr. Plant Manager Mrs. Alena Boucree Director of Religious Education Mr. Devin Boucree Youth Ministry MARRIAGE Contact the priest at least six (6) months in advance. Mrs. Vanessa Chavis School Principal FUNERAL Contact the parish office before making arrangements with a funeral home. Mrs. Veronica Downs-Dorsey Director of Music Rev. Mr. Lawrence Houston Deacon CHURCH OFFICE HOURS Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mrs. Linda Hunter Receptionist Mr. Oliver Mahone Business Manager RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Grades K-8 – Saturday from 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Meet in the parish school. Mrs. Edith B. Reed Executive Secretary Mrs. Henri Reed Director of Family Life & Liturgy WEBSITE www.stpeterclaverneworleans.org Rev. Mr. Allen Stevens Pastoral Assistant NEW PARISHIONERS: WELCOME TO OUR PARISH COMMUNITY! We ask that you please call the office to register in the parish. MISSION STATEMENT St. Peter Claver Catholic Church is a vibrant, spirit-filled, evangelizing community that is grounded in the Eucharist and celebrates the culture and traditions of our African-American heritage. Strengthened by our belief in Jesus Christ and trusting in God’s Word, we transform our community through acts of justice by caring for the spiritual and physical needs of His people. Feast Of The Baptism of the Lord January 11, 2015 Scripture Insights OUR FAMILY PRAYER When John the Baptist invites his fellow Jews to be immersed in the River Jordan he is employing a strategy used by the prophets Jeremiah and Ezekiel– a prophetic symbolic action. He invites them to acknowledge their ins by reenacting their origins as a chosen people. Just as their Israelite ancestors completed their exodus out of Egypt by passing through the waters of the Rad, Sea, so that are invited to renew their commitment to live the life of the Torah by getting immersed in those same waters. Jesus chooses this time tot enter his public work by joining the crowd. To acknowledge his sins? No. This is the one who is “like us in all ways but sin.” Jesus participates in the immersion ritual to be in solidarity with the rest of his people, another way of living out the mystery of the Incarnation. For people who knew their Scriptures, John's brief statement says all that is needed. To say that Jesus will baptize them with the Holy Spirit is a clear reference to several prophetic passages, especially Ezekiel 36:25-27: “I will sprinkle clean water upon you … and from all your idols I will cleanse you. I will give you a new heart and place a new spirit within you, taking from your bodies your stony hearts and giving you natural hearts. I will put my spirit within you.” Every detail of Mark’s account echoes the Old Testament. The “tearing” of the sky recalls Isaiah 63:19 suggesting that this public debut of Jesus us the answer to Isaiah’s prayer (addressed to God as "Father” in 63:16) that God “rend the heavens and come down” and again send his Spirit (Isaiah 63:1-14) to lead them. As with so many other details of Mark's’ story, the key to understanding the Father’s words to his son, “With you I am well pleased,” is found in the prophets. In Isaiah 42:1-17, God uses similar words to introduce his servant, who will “bring forth justice to the nations.” ♦ How does Jesus's immersion introduce the rest of Mark’s gospel account? ♦ How does the Father’s statement to his son point to Jesus's mission? ♦ How does Mark’s account of Jesus’s (Jewish) immersion illuminate or Christian baptismal vocation? Loving and faithful God, through the years the people of our archdiocese have appreciated the prayers and love of Our Lady of Prompt Succor in times or war, disaster, epidemic and illness. We come to you, Father, with Mary our Mother, and ask you to help us in the battle of today against violence, murder and racism. We implore you to give us your wisdom that we may build a community founded on the values of Jesus, which gives respect to the life and dignity of all people. Bless parents that they may form their children in faith. Bless and protect our youth that they may be peacemakers of our time. Give consolation to those who have lost loved ones through violence. Hear our prayer and give us the perseverance to be a voice for life and human dignity in our community. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Our Lady of prompt Succor, hasten to help us. Mother Henriette Delille, pray for us that we may be a Holy family. We welcome all newcomers to St. Peter Claver Church. Please fill out the “Welcome Card” as the Ministers of Hospitality gives you and drop it in the collection basket. A member of St. Peter Claver Church will contact you with registration. “Thank You”! Our Stewardship for Sunday, January 4, 2015 was $19,06754. $18,827.00 is NEEDED to balance the budget weekly. Second Collection Maintenance Fund: $626.46. Thanks for your generosity. St. Peter Claver Homebound and Sick Parishioners MLK—DAY ON, NOT OFF— A DAY OF SERVICE TO HONOR DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. A volunteering in our community sponsored by various offices of the Archdiocesan of New Orleans. The MLK-DAY ON, NOT OFF. St. Peter Claver Church is forming a group of high school youth and adults to volunteer. Join our youth and give back to our community in service. You may sign up in the back of church or call the Parish Office on Monday, January 12th, 822-8059, leaving your name, contact number and T-shirt size. More details of the day will be provided. A prayer service at Jesuit high School led by Archbishop Gregory Aymond. Please pray for the following parishioners who are homebound or ill: Ryan Robinson, Jr., Edith Henry, Darrell Esteen, Gwendolyn Rocque, Verna Mae Martin, Joycelyn Johnson, John Henry, Shawn Curry, Stanley & Beatrice Grant, Myra Harrell, Merline Hinkson, Mildred Blackwell, Francisco Richard, Marion LeBlanc, Aaron LaCabe, Florence Smith, Bernice Stein, John John, Diane Williams, Gwendolyn Wiltz, Lois Reimonenq, Joyce Evans, Sheryl Bennett, Javette and Michael Garner, John and Claire Bidol, Connie Sykes, Angie Lawrence, Gerald Martin, Levorah Jessie, L’Issa Gates, Demetria Bernard, Gladys Shief, Monique Rouege, Rosemary Alexander, Patricia Johnson and Elenore Duplessis . Visit St. Ann’s Shrine (2100 Block of Ursulines Ave.) Open Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday, Thursday, January 15, 2015 Dr. Martin Luther King’s Birthday Holiday will be celebrated on Monday, January 19, 2015 SANCTUARY LIGHT Tuesdays & Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. FATIMA ROSARY Monday, January 12, 2015 5:30 p.m. St. Ann Apartments in the Chapel Will burn in memory for: Ms. Melissa Anne Moore Requested by: The Family SOCIAL MINISTRY/FOOD PANTRY We “thank you” so much (for this past year, 2014) for all the food items that we have received as we continue to feed our brothers and sisters in the community. May God continue to bless each of you and your families. Hosted by: The Residents of St. Ann Apts. PRAYER FOR THOUGHT You are my BELOVED SON with you I am well pleased. I have set you as a Light for the Nations; JESUS baptizes us in the HOLY SPIRIT; One faith, one baptism, one LORD; This is my beloved Son! ST. PETER CLAVER CHURCH STAR PROJECT 2015 St. Peter Claver Catholic Church Health & Wellness Ministry Presents—Star Project, 2015 A Scripture based holistic approach to better Health. If you can make a two (2) hour a week commitment for 13 weeks to better manage your high Blood Pressure, diabetes, Heart Disease and control your weight. The Health & Wellness Ministry is looking for you!!! Join us every Wednesday, at 6:00 p.m. in the Ujima Center. Please call the Parish Office for more Information, 822-8059. Scripture Readings for: January 12-18, 2015 Monday –1/12/2015 Tuesday-1/13/15 Wednesday-1/14/15 Thursday –1/15/15 Friday-1/16/15 Saturday-1/17/15 Sunday-1/18/15 Hebrews 1:1-6 Mark 1:14-20 Hebrews 2:5-12 Mark 1:21-28 Hebrews 2:14-18 Mark 1:29-39 Hebrews 3:7-14 Mark 1:40-45 Hebrews 4:1-5, 11 Mark 2:1-12 Hebrews 4:12-16 Mark 2:13-17 1 Samuel 3:3b-10, 19 1 Corinthians 6:13c-15a, 17-20 John 1:35-42 SANCTUARY FLOWERS.. In Memory of Mr. Edward Leon Requested by: Ms. Vanessa Leon NEW ORLEANS, LA January 11-17, 2015 Sunday, January 11, 2015 7:30 a.m. Ms. Melissa Anne Moore Mr. Edward Leon Mr. David McCampbell 9:00 a.m. Ms. Adrienne Jolly Ms. Savannah Butler Ms. Marguerite Batiste Lee Mr. Edward Leon Ms. Deanna Marie Jefferson Mr. Alfred Page 11:30 a.m. Ms. Adrienne Jolly Mr. James Davis Tuesday, January 13, 2015 7:30 a.m. Mass-Rectory Wednesday, January 14, 2015 8:30 a.m. School Mass—Church Thursday, January 15, 2015 7:30 a.m. Mass-Rectory Friday, January 16, 2015 8:30 a.m. St. Ann’s Chapel Saturday, January 17, 2015 4:00 p.m. Mr. Simon Dave, Jr. Mr. Manuel Dave ST. PETER CLAVER SCHOOL CARNIVAL PAGEANT St. Peter Claver School Mardi Gras Carnival Pageant will be held on this Saturday, January 17th for 7:00 p.m. in the School Hall. We will introduce our “Royal Court”. The attire is informal; no jeans, tennis shoes, tt--shirts or tank tops. We invite our parishioners to come out and support our children as they reined as King, Queen, Maids and Dukes. ST. PETER CLAVER CHURCH HEALTH CORNER…. January 17, 2015 January 18, 2015 EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS 4:00 p.m. Cynthia Smothers, Reginald Vicks, Claudette Vicks, Leonetta Terrell, Verita Thomas 7:30 a.m. Elvira Talton, Becky Bell, Chandra Green, William Broyard, Keith Darby 9:00 a.m. Diane Blanks, Glen Blackwell, Cynthia Gilbert, Raymond Curry, Thelma Blouin Balcony: Felicia Boucree, Kionne Lear, Christopher Kennie 11:30 a.m. Marvelle Perrin, Niquelle Lackings, Audrey Evans, Henri Reed, Denise Nichols Balcony: Lloyd Bradford, Jr., Merlin Smith, Thomas Nash LECTORS 4:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Brandon Davis * India Haydel Tonya Bernard * Arian Randolph Alice Grooms * Edith Stevens Emelda Watts * Stephanie Smith Weekly Ministry Schedule January 12-18 2015 Mon. 3:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Tues. 7:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Wed. 8:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Thurs. 7:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Fri. 8:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Sat. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Sun. 7:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Senior Citizens-St. Ann’s Bible Study-Ujima Center Mass-Rectory Food Pantry-Misaada Ctr. Legion of Mary-Ujima Ctr. Youth Choir –Church NIA-Imani-Ujima Center School Mass-Church Youth Ministry-Sankofa STAR Project-Ujima Center Mass-Rectory Food Pantry-Misaada Ctr. Pageant Rehearsal-Hall Choir Rehearsal-Church Mass-St. Ann’s Chapel SPC Boys Scout-Ujima Ctr. CCD Classes– School Bldg. High School Sessions-Ujima Vigil Mass-Church SPC School Carnival Pageant Sunday Mass—Church Sunday Mass-Church Sunday Mass – Church January is National Eye Care Month...GLAUCOMA…… Glaucoma refers to a group of eye conditions that lead to damage of the optic nerve. This nerve is due to increased pressure in the eye, also known as intraocular pressure (IOP). Glaucoma is the second most common cause blindness in the United States. Glaucoma is an eye disease that can steal sight without warning signs or symptoms. Everyone is at risk but especially individuals who are age 40 and older are AfricanAmerican, Asian or Hispanic heritage, have a family history of glaucoma or a personal history of steroid use. If your are nearsighted, have a high blood pressure, diabetes or an eye injury you should be concerned about your eyesight. Glaucoma is not curable but is not curable but is treatable is diagnosed early. Protect Your Sight by having a complete eye exam. The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends a comprehensive eye exam for all adults starting at age 40, and every three or five years after that if you don’t have any glaucoma risk factors. After age 60, you should be screened every year. If you are African-American or have other risk factors for glaucoma, your doctor likely will recommend periodic eye exams starting between ages 20 and 39 and every one to two years after age 40. REFERENCES: PubMed Health and Mayo Clinic. Health & Wellness Ministry Office we can be reached by phone: (504) 822-8059 CONGRATULATIONS to one of our own.. Dominique Carter.. Who appeared in the movie “When the Game Stands Tall” this summer. The movie is now on DVD.
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