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Saint Brigid Parish
February 8, 2015 ▪ Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Mission Statement: Saint Brigid is a welcoming Catholic community of faithful disciples of
Jesus Christ centered on the celebration of the Eucharist and committed to encountering
Christ in others by teaching as Jesus did, loving as Jesus loved, and serving as Jesus
served.
PRAYER
Mass Schedule:
Sacrament of
Reconciliation:
Devotions:
Prayer & Bible Study:
Saturday Vigil: 5:30 p.m.
Sunday: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 5:30 p.m.
Daily: 7:30 a.m.
Holy Days: 7:30 a.m., 12:00 noon, 6:00 p.m.
Reverend Peter Bosque
Associate Pastor
[email protected]
Deacon Mike Daniels
[email protected]
Deacon Chris Hulburt
[email protected]
Saturday: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. or by appointment
Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Tuesdays after 7:30 a.m. Mass
Rosary: Daily after 7:30 a.m. Mass
Eucharistic Adoration: Thursdays 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Divine Mercy Chaplet: Thursdays 3:00 p.m.
Contemplative Prayer: Thursdays 6:30 p.m.
Small Church Communities: On-going and seasonal
Healing Prayer: Erika Toraya (858) 775-7458
FAITH FORMATION
Children’s Faith
Formation
Very Rev. Msgr. Steven Callahan
Pastor
[email protected]
Pre-School & Kindergarten: During 9:00 a.m. Mass
Grade 1: Sundays 8:40 - 9:35 a.m.
Grades 2-8: Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:50 p.m.
Youth Ministry:
High School: Wednesdays
Jr. High School: Tuesdays
Adult Renewal:
On-going
Sacramental
Preparation:
Infant Baptism: Seminar for Parents & Godparents
RCIA: Adults - Year-round process
First Communion & First Reconciliation: Two-year process
Confirmation: Two-year process
Marriage: Contact Parish Office to initiate 9-month preparation process
SERVICE
Cub Scouts: Dave Russell (858) 336-5394
Culture of Life: Greg & Gabriele Anthony (858) 344-5569
Eucharistic Ministry to Homebound: Fr. Peter Bosque (858) 483-3030
Family Cancer Support Ministry: Deacon Mike Daniels (858) 361-1240
Knights of Columbus: Matt Kuczkowski (858) 692-2565
Married Couples Group: Deacon Mike Daniels (858) 361-1240
Ministry to Seniors: Nancy Wesseln (858) 483-3034
Pacesetters: Marianne Weis (619) 295-1346
Pat Easton (858) 270-1580
Social Ministries: Deacon Mike Daniels (858) 361-1240
St. Brigid Adult Community: Nancy Wesseln (858) 483-3034
Stewardship: Maryanne Russell (858) 483-3155
Surf Club: Holly Yang (858) 263-7679
Thomas Merton Society: Walt Tice (858) 483-3343
Ushers: Gloria Williams (858) 344-9900
Women’s Club: Eileen Myster (858) 531-8209
Young Adults: Carrie Giebel (858) 483-3416
MUSIC
Classic Choir
Contemporary Groups
Sunday
Revelation
Morning Praise
Ordinary Time
11:00 a.m. Mass (October-May)
Saturday, 5:30 p.m. Mass
Sunday, 9:00 a.m. Mass
Sunday, 5:30 p.m. Mass
Office of Faith Formation
Gayle Heyman (858) 483-3032
Email: [email protected]
Infant Baptism, RCIA
Ministry of Consolation
Lee Hulburt (858) 483-3030
Email: [email protected]
Young Adult Ministry
Carrie Giebel, Director (858) 483-3416
Email: [email protected]
Youth Ministry
Grant Milbrand, Coordinator (858) 483-8905
Email: [email protected]
Wedding Coordinator
Elizabeth Rotgans (858) 483-1204
Email: [email protected]
Music Ministry
Jensine Nolan, Director (619) 886-9561
Morning Praise
Jensine Nolan (858) 274-1193
Ordinary Time
Brian Curry (619) 517-1520
Revelation
Tim Foley (858) 344-3164
Saint Brigid
Catholic Church
4735 Cass Street
San Diego, California 92109
(858) 483-3030 Parish Office
(858) 483-7131 Fax
[email protected]
E-mail address
www.saintbrigidparish.org
ST. BRIGID
FEBRUARY 8, 2015
From the Pastor’s Desk
Dear Parishioners,
Whole Community Catechesis
Question of the Week
Mk 1:29-39
Theme:
We are called to be children of the light.
Question for Adults:
What specific efforts do you take to maintain your light?
Do you let your light dim? Why?
Question for Adolescents:
How do you feel when Jesus says that YOU are the
salt of the earth and that YOU are called to be the light for
others?
Question for Children:
What can you do to bring the light of Jesus into the
lives of your family, friends, and people you meet?
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Readings for the Week
Monday:
Gn 1:1-19; Ps 104:1-2a, 5-6, 10, 12, 24, 35c;
Mk 6:53-56
Tuesday:
Gn 1:20 — 2:4a; Ps 8:4-9; Mk 7:1-13
Wednesday: Gn 2:4b-9, 15-17; Ps 104:1-2a, 27-28, 29bc-30;
Mk 7:14-23
Thursday:
Gn 2:18-25; Ps 128:1-5; Mk 7:24-30
Friday:
Gn 3:1-8; Ps 32:1-2, 5-7; Mk 7:31-37
Saturday:
Gn 3:9-24; Ps 90:2-4c,5-6, 12-13; Mk 8:1-10
Sunday:
Lv 13:1-2, 44-46; Ps 32:1-2, 5, 11;
1 Cor 10:31 — 11:1; Mk 1:40-45
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Mass Intentions—Feb. 9-14
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Intention Anthony Vinole
Bernard Herber 
George Gafford 
David Worden 
Intention Jack & JoAnn Cannon
Hal Gardner 
A week ago Friday on my day off I went to a Barnes &
Noble store, with a gift card someone had given me for
Christmas. I saw a book that intrigued me -- mainly because of
my experience in recent months with the deaths of Bishop
Flores and Father Mike Cunnane, a very close priest friend of
almost 30 years.
The book is The Conversation: A Revolutionary Plan
for End-of-Life Care by Angelo E. Volandes, M.D. It was just
published. I bought it because the back cover includes an
endorsement by Ira Byock, M.D. I just learned about Dr. Byock
at the California bishops meeting in Burbank last October. Dr.
Byock is one of the top palliative care physicians in the country,
and he is now working at Providence Catholic Hospital in
Torrance, California.
The book was so captivating that I read it in five days.
The author writes about true case stories in his life as a
physician. He advocates for conversations with our doctor and
with loved ones about end-of-life care. He presents some
wonderful tools and resources to assist with these
conversations, which need to take place before we find
ourselves seriously ill. Doctor Volandes presents many topics
that we hope to cover sometime soon in a workshop at the
parish.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Father Steve Callahan
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Attention New Parents & Godparents!
Our next Infant Baptism Class will be on Wednesday,
February 11th from 6:00—8:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. If you are
anticipating the birth of a child or desire the sacrament of
baptism for child under age 7 years, or need godparent
preparation, please contact Lee Hulburt to begin the process:
(858) 483-3030 or [email protected]. See the parish
website for additional information, under Sacramental
Preparation.
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Lenten Soup Suppers & Fish Frys
Lent begins on Wednesday, February 18th. We are
looking for volunteers to prepare a soup meal on two of the
Fridays of Lent. The Knights of Columbus will be providing 3 of
the Lenten meals.
The meals are served from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in
the parish hall each Friday during Lent except Good Friday.
 February 20th—Available
 February 27th—Knights of Columbus
 March 6th—Available
 March 13th—Knights of Columbus
 March 20th— Jim & CeCe Simon
 March 27th—Knights of Columbus
If you, your family, or parish organization would like to
shop, prepare and serve one of the remaining Friday meals
during Lent, please call Liz at the parish office at (858) 4833030.
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If you would be loved, love and be lovable.
—Benjamin Franklin
Young Adult Ministry ~ 20’s &30’s
Saint Brigid Adult Community
“Connection to Christ” Lenten Bible Study
Wednesday, February 11th—7:00 p.m.—Ministry Center
The “Connection to Christ” 7 week program is aimed at
recapturing that vital connection with God, renewing your faith,
and giving your life new purpose in Christ. Each group will meet
weekly to discover Jesus through Scripture, discussion, and
prayer. Contact Carrie as [email protected] to sign
up.
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Ladies Breakfast
Saturday, February 14th—10:00 a.m.—Ministry Center
Come join other spirit-filled women to grow closer to
Christ and build friendships! We will meet for a light breakfast, a
short talk and discussion. This will be a potluck! First names that
being with A-L bring a protein—eggs, bacon, sausage and first
names that begin with M-Z bring fruit, pastries, juice, etc. If you
are able to attend contact Cullen at [email protected]
or (240) 381-6308.
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Be sure to check the website for updated information on
upcoming events! For more information call or email Carrie at
(858) 483-3416 or [email protected] or go to the
parish website at www.saintbrigidparish.org.
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Providing activities and a social network for single,
married, widowed, divorced adults in their 40’s, 50’s and early
60’s. Join us! Sign up to receive our Adult Community weekly
email updates: http://sandiegocac.org/ and choose St. Brigid as
your
parish
or
email
Nancy
Wesseln
at
[email protected].
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Attention 40’s & 50’s!—Dinner/Social
Saturday, February 21st—Ministry Center—
Join us for a Dinner/Social after the 5:30 p.m. Mass in
the Ministry Center. Cost: $20 by Friday, February 13th.
R.S.V.P. online to http://sandiegocac.org/calendar.
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St. Brigid 30s & 40s Group
The Saint Brigid 30s & 40s Group, single and married,
is a fellowship of adults seeking to grow in their Catholic/
Christian faith and love as disciples of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
We come together to promote, plan and facilitate activities
intended to build community through service, formation, and
social interaction. We are one body, in our one Lord, Jesus
Christ.
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Happy Hour
Friday, February 13th—5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Tom Ham’s Lighthouse
2150 Harbor Island Drive
Come enjoy drinks and appetizers while taking in the
view of San Diego Bay. Happy Hour is officially from 3:00 to
6:00 p.m. Contact Lisa to R.S.V.P. at (619) 565-5356.
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If you would like to be added to our weekly email list,
please send an email to [email protected].
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Married Couples
Annual Renewal of Vows and Social
Saturday, February 14th
After 5:30 p.m. Mass
Join us for Mass and Renewal of Vows with a social
immediately following in the Ministry Center! Childcare will be
available, but only if you R.S.V.P. The cost is a donation.
Contacts: R.S.V.P. to Nancy at [email protected] or
call the parish office at (858) 483-3030.
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St. Brigid High School Youth Ministry
Wednesday, February 11th—6:30 p.m.
Parish Lounge
For more information, please contact Grant Milbrand,
Coordinator of Youth Ministry, at [email protected] or
by cell at (858) 682-8888.
San Diego Catholic Adult Community
Our Mother of Confidence, St. Brigid and St. Therese
of Carmel parishes are working together to provide Activities
and a Social Network for our parishioners. Want to meet fellow
Catholics from different parishes? Check out events calendar at
http://sandiegocac.org/calendar/
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Theology “Uncorked”—Real Bar & Bistro, Solana Beach
Wednesday, February 11th—7:00 p.m.—Cost: Donation
Speaker: Father Mark Campbell
Topic: “How God is calling you to be a special disciple”
A casual gathering where we can have a glass of wine,
socialize, hear a brief presentation, and ask questions in order
to gain a deeper understanding of our faith.” R.S.V.P. to http://
sandiegocac.org/calendar/
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ACTIVE 60’s+ Group
Working with Our Mother of Confidence to provide
activities and a social network for adults 60+!
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Contact [email protected] or check our calendar
online at http://sandiegocac.org/ and choose St. Brigid as your
parish or email [email protected].
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St. Brigid Senior Scene
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Mondays: Prayer Group-All ages are welcome! Mary Lou’s
Group meets at 10:00 a.m. in the Parish Lounge. Call Mary
Lou at (858) 272-5372 if you have any questions!
 Tuesdays: 1:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m. —Bay Room—Bridge
 Wednesdays:10:00a.m.—Parish Lounge—Moving
Meditation for Seniors —Join us for an opportunity for
Christian people to meet in a community of fellowship.
Come learn gentle movements that promote health and
flexibility along with spiritual peacefulness.
 Wednesdays: 12:00 Noon—Bay Room—Pacesetters—
Weekly gathering, lunch and card games—Join us!
Contacts: Marianne—619-295-1346 or Pat—858-270-1580
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Pizza & a Movie!—Tuesday, February10th—Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Movie: Soul Surfer
Join us! We’ll supply the lunch and enjoy a movie together
No need to R.S.V.P.!
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Catholicism Series—Fridays’ during Lent
Start Date: Friday, February 20th
Time: Noon to 2:00 p.m.
There is no cost, but kindly R.S.V.P. to Nancy at (858) 483-3030
or [email protected].
At the first meeting soup will be served for lunch.
February Movie Knight
Friday, February 13th
Movie: Cinderella (Rated G)
Doors Open: 5:30 p.m.—Movie: 6:30 p.m.
Please join us in the parish hall for an enjoyable
evening with fellow parishioners and friends. Popcorn, nachos,
ice cream, snacks, punch and coffee are provided. Donations
are gratefully accepted.
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Anchor Series
Thursday, February 12th—7:00 p.m.
Ministry Center
Topic: Grace and Merit
Presenter: Louise Allen
Source: Catechism of the Catholic Church
Sections 1987-2011
Come and gain new insight into the treasures you
possess as a Catholic.
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February Women’s Club Meeting
Monday, February 23rd—11:45 a.m.—Parish Hall
Program: Encountering the Shroud of Turin—A Journey
Through the Evidence
Lunch will be a delicious split pea/ham soup made by
our very own Gerry Legare. Soup, rolls and beverages will be
provided at no charge.
Our guest speaker, Mary Hines, has been involved in
Shroud Research since 1977 and is a member of the Shroud
Science Group. She has viewed the Shroud many times, has
attended numerous conferences on and given many
presentations on the subject. We are so fortunate to be able to
hear her speak; guests are welcome!
Questions? Want to help? Contact Eileen Myster at
(858) 531-8209 or [email protected].
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Healing Prayer Ministry
Do Miracles Still Happen? Yes, They Do!
Come to our Healing Prayer Speaker Event on
Wednesday, February 25th, to hear about one of them! Karmyn
Laverghetta Garcia will share how she was healed from a major
trauma through the kindness and fervent prayers of a dear
friend. In her talk, she will tell how God’s power released her
from the burden of these past wounds, and how God showed
her the extent of this healing years later in a way she never
expected! Join us at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Bring a friend!
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Need Prayer?
Every first Sunday of the month the Healing Prayer
Ministry is available from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the John Paul II
Room to pray with anyone seeking healing—whether physical,
spiritual or emotional. If you need prayer at times other than the
scheduled prayer time, we are happy to make arrangements to
pray with you at another time. Call Erika at (858) 775-7458 or
Mike and Kathy at (858) 715-9831.
Our prayer team will also pray for your intentions that
you submit online through the website, e-newsletter, or to
[email protected].
Becoming Catholic
The formation of the individual starts with the
community. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.) is
a process of discernment and formation for adults interested in
exploring the possibility of becoming Catholic. It is open to those
who are unbaptized, or baptized Christians, or to baptized
Catholics seeking to complete their Sacraments in the Catholic
Church. For more information, please contact Lee Hulburt
at (858) 483-3030 ext. 117 or [email protected].
We ask the community to pray that engaged in this
process of discernment and formation, they may experience the
love of our Lord and Savior, through the love expressed by this
community.
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Neighbors In Need
Dinner: Monday, February 9, 2015
We have had a great start to the New Year with all of
your wonderful donations, but continue to need socks, shoes,
jackets and warm clothing both for men and women. Sleeping
bags, blankets and cash donations are also greatly appreciated.
These items can be left in the Parish Office clearly marked
“Neighbors in Need”.
Not everyone can participate in the meals we serve,
but your generous donations are still a very large part of the
success of our Ministry. Thank you!
We are not here to be served, but to serve others as
Christ would do.
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St. Brigid School of Prayer
Presents:
The New Evangelization: Our Life is Mission
Guest Speaker: Bishop Robert Brom
Saturday, February 28th
9:00 a.m.—12:00 Noon
Parish Hall
Please Register:
[email protected]
St. Brigid School of Prayer gratefully welcomes Bishop
Robert Brom for a morning of prayer, reflection, and teaching on
the central mission of the Church and the essential vocation of
all Christians: Evangelization.
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T.V. Mass for the Homebound
Make Sundays complete for someone you love who
can’t get to church by sharing information about TV Mass for the
homebound.
Sunday TV Mass—9:30 a.m. MyTV13 cable channel 13
Note: TV Mass does not meet the Sunday Mass
obligation for the faithful who are able to attend in person.
A Stewardship Moment
In today’s Gospel we hear of a great number of
suffering people seeking the healing touch of Jesus. He could
not respond to them all. But the Gospel also reveals Jesus, after
praying in solitude, sensing an urgency to proclaim the Good
News of his Father’s redemptive love to those who suffer in the
nearby villages and towns. Stewards are called to follow in
Jesus’ footsteps, to respond to those who suffer with
compassion. How are we responding to the suffering in our
world? How are we using our gifts to continue the works of
Christ’s redemptive healing?
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Collection for the Week of:
January 24 & 25
Envelopes: $ 13,552.93
Loose:
3,133.70
———————
Total:
$ 16,686.63
St. Vincent de Paul
Dinner for the Homeless
Saturday, February 21st—4:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m.
Help serve dinner to the homeless at St. Vincent de
Paul’s Village. Meet at 4:00 p.m. in the main reception area of
the Village located at 16th and Imperial. Contact Rob Clark to
R.S.V.P. and for parking information at [email protected] or
(619) 813-9199.
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Prayer for the Sick
Please include the following parishioners in your
prayers for those suffering from illness or disease:
Tom Abts
Karlyn Murphy
Martin Aguilar
Stuart Patton
Mary Brown
Diane Perry
Marlene Cesarz
Fay Putz
Corbet Ciszak
Hilda Rivera
Eva Crossman
Ruth Smith
Bill Davidson
April Solis
Mary DeConcini
JimSpalenka
Caralina Floding
Kathryn Sundquist
Mary Gildea
Virgie Candor Sweet
Toni Gholson
Amparo Vallin
Alicia Hubbs
Mario S. Valin
Niki Lawless
Ariadna Wall
Eve Lonack
Ethel Walsh
Carl Miller
Michele Welters
Ruby Minder
Richard Wheelock
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Eucharistic Adoration
Thursdays—8:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
Please join us for some quiet time with
the Lord. Every Thursday we have Adoration of
the Blessed Sacrament in the church.
If you would like to sign up for specific time either as a
permanent volunteer or as a substitute, please contact
Rosemary Fraunces at (858) 254-3945.
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Marriage Retreat
Social Ministries
Saturday, February 21st—8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
St. Therese of Carmel Parish
Cost: $50/couple
Guest Speaker: Dr. Sharon May PhD
Casa del Migrante Trip
Saturday, February 28th—10:30 a.m.—8:00 p.m.
On Saturday, February 28th, join us on a trip to the
Casa del Migrante shelter house in Tijuana, which ministers to
immigrants, deportees, and refugees. It provides food, shelter,
clothing, and most importantly love to people on the move. A
group from St. Brigid will take a brief border tour and then arrive
at the Casa to help prepare dinner for the migrants and then sit
and share that meal with them. Spanish is helpful but not
necessary. Bring bottled water and passport to cross the border.
Participants must be 18 years old or be with a parent. The
carpool meets in the St. Brigid parking lot at 10:30 a.m., and
depending on border traffic returns around 8:00 p.m. To ask
questions or R.S.V.P. for the carpool, please contact Matt
DeCarolis at [email protected] or (323) 648-4707.
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Support Group for Separate
Divorced
An ongoing support group for anyone suffering from
the pain and loss associated with a separation or divorce. The
group meets on Sundays at 10:15 a.m. at St. James Catholic
Church—Ministry Center in Solana Beach. For more information
contact Frank Grant at (760) 533-1520 or Jan Nadler, PhD at
(760) 814-8604.
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Ministry for Men
The Men’s Ministry meets on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays
at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room.
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Help enrich your marriage
Strengthen your family
Improve your work relationships
If you would like tickets to attend the retreat please
contact Mary Lenihan at [email protected] or call her
at (858) 229-7443.
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Grupo de Veinte Foundation
Lenten Soup Supper
Friday, March 20th—4:30 p.m.—8:00 p.m.—Parish Hall
Everyone is invited to the annual Lenten Soup Supper
sponsored by Grupo de Veinte Foundation. Four delicious
soups will be served: Quinoa, Broccoli Cheese, Minestrone, and
Chowder as well as salad, assorted breads, tropical fruit, coffee,
tea and dessert. Donations received will benefit the Andean
people by literally bringing light to their lives.
Visiting us from Cusco, Peru, the owners of Buen
Power Peru will demonstrate the Solar Home Light System and
discuss the many benefits of having a rechargeable, solarpowered lighting source in the high Andes region. Forty-four
percent of the Andean population has little or no access to
electricity. The Solar Home Light System will provide clean
lighting and help prevent pulmonary health problems and burn
accidents due to the use of kerosene lamps and candles.
Knights of Columbus Light and Life
Opus 4 Presents:
Valentine Love Songs Concert & Dinner
Saturday, February 14th—5:30 p.m.
Cost: $35/person or $60/couple
San Diego Knights and Light and Life will be taking
reservations online at www.kofcbringlight.org or call Greg or
Gabriele Anthony at (858) 622-1188.
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Out and About
St. Vincent de Paul Village Ladies Guild Fundraiser
Tuesday, February 17th—11:00 a.m.
Sheraton Mission Valley
Cost: $55.00
Theme: “Lights, Camera, Action: A Tribute to the Oscars”
All proceeds from this event benefit the children at
Father Joe’s Villages. For reservations or more information,
please contact Kathy at [email protected] or (619) 4233227.
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Save the Date!
Monday, March 2nd—4:00—8:00 p.m.
10th Annual Spaghetti Dinner
Fundraiser for Ecuador Missions
Friends & Helpers of Madre Berenice
Live & Silent Auctions and…
Rey Vinole’s Big Band
St. Brigid Parish Hall
Your participation in 2014 provided 35 student
scholarships and Much More!
Tickets available after all weekend Masses, Feb. 8 to Mar. 1
Buy your $15 ticket (s) and/or
Buy a $200 Student Scholarship for
Fr. P.J.’s needy children in Ecuador
Questions? Call Gerry Greer (858) 997-5278
Betty Matteson (after Feb. 8) (858) 272-4812
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Free Tax Assistance
Mondays, February 2nd—April 13th
Location: Pacific Beach Library
Time: 10:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Walk-In Only/ No Appointments
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Thank You
I would like to thank my St. Brigid Family for their
generous support and let everyone know that I am enjoying my
new home. I have a great roommate, the caregivers are nice to
me, the food is homemade and healthy, and I can sit on the
back deck and see the blue dome of the Immaculata. Thank you
all for your kindness.
With love and appreciation,
Chris/Hank Hahnke
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Saints and Special Observances
Sunday:
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time;
World Marriage Day
Tuesday:
St. Scholastica
Do You Know…
Perfume and cologne can trigger life-threatening
breathing emergencies in persons with asthma, allergies and
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? Hospitals and
schools are becoming “scent-free” due to this increasing health
hazard. Please be sensitive to this concern when coming to
church. Thank you.
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Healing Ministry
During Jesus’ ministry “he cured many who were sick with
various diseases, and he drove out many demons.” This is the
case in today’s Gospel. Jesus fulfills the vision of Psalm 147:
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
Jesus knew, however, that he couldn’t possibly heal all the
illness in the world. No matter how many people he cured or
how many hours he ministered, there always would be more
suffering people like Job who craved his healing touch. His
primary mission was not to rid the world of all suffering. His
“purpose” was to preach the coming of the reign of God that
heals, yes, but ultimately transcends and transforms earthly
suffering. With Paul, Jesus could have said, “Woe to me if I do
not preach” that good news.
Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
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TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION
“Last rites” is a persistent but pesky phrase in the Catholic
lexicon, and not a particularly useful phrase since it props open
the door to misunderstanding. Many Catholics presume it refers
to the anointing of the sick, yet there is nothing “last” about it.
Clearly, the Church desires anointing to be celebrated fairly
early on in the crisis of illness, and not as a last measure. The
Rites for the Dying stand apart in the Church’s plan, and include
two principal rites. The first is viaticum, Latin for “food for the
journey,” the reception of Holy Communion by a dying person.
Even very active and aware Catholics often do not realize that
this “last rite” does not require a priest’s presence, but can be
conducted by a deacon or minister of Holy Communion.
The second “last rite” in the pastoral plan is a prayer called
“Commendation of the Dying.” Similarly, this does not require
the presence of a priest, but can be led by any minister or family
member. Too often, we have focused on what only a priest can
do, namely anoint, and have forgotten the fullness of liturgical
care that the Church desires for its dying faithful. The “last rites”
are completely available to us even when a priest is not.
—Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
Wednesday: Our Lady of Lourdes; World Day of the Sick
Thursday:
Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday
Saturday:
St. Cyril and St. Methodius; Valentine’s Day
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Please Contact Us...
If you have moved, changed your phone number,
mailing address, email address or changed your name, please
contact the parish office immediately at (858) 483-3030 to
update your parish registration. Thank you.
Madonna
Arts
Since 1981
Serving All German & Japanese Models.
1727 Garnet Ave. (858) 270-1142
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Bruce Howard
Steve Leinow
DIMENSIONAL
parishioner
Broker/Owners
REAL ESTATE SERVICES
858-245-5198
Since
1980
619 297-4931
madonnaarts.com
274-9977
Debbie Conca
John Conca
DUALTONE
Since 1946
ALIGNMENT • BRAKES • MUFFLERS
4745 MISSION BAY DR. • SAN DIEGO
We are next to the new McDonald’s
(858) 273-8745
Home Repair Co.
Tommy Hoyt - Parishioner
858.761.8745
TASTEE
FREEZE
Repairs, Remodeling, Decks, Painting
Finish Carpentry, Dry Rot Repair
Door & Window Installation, Wood Repairs
33 years of experience / References
Physical Therapy
Marcia Tassinari, MPT
Rusty Tassinari, MPT, ATC
North Shore Medical Center
4747 Mission Blvd. Ste. 4A
W ILLIS A LLEN R EAL E STATE
Thomas J. Schoettle, JD, CFP, CFA
Over 20 years
experience
PROFESSIONAL MENTAL
HEALTH ASSOCIATES
Michael & Linda Daniels
(858) 488-3800
Board Certified Psychiatry & Neurology
1959 GRAND AVE. • STE. A
Coastal & Greater SD Real Estate
1470 Garnet Ave. • Pacific Beach
T HE D ANIELS G ROUP
Investment & Advisory Services • Estate Planning
Parishi oners
It’s always a delicious day at...
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Boutique
960 Turquoise Street • North Pacific Beach
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Erasmo’s Gardens
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Yard Maintenance * Clean-ups
Trash Hauling * Free Estimates!!
Residential
Over 15 years experienced!
Cell (619) 318-6065 Office (619) 266-2694
East West Tailoring & Cleaners
Specializing in Men’s & Women's Alterations
Experts in Leather & Wedding Gowns
4512 INGRAHAM ST., S.D.
Serving San Diego for over 25 years!
“You’ve Got a Friend in the Business”
Estate Planning
Business Entity Formation & Law
Bankruptcy
Civil & Construction & Collections Law
(858) 576-7223
Sales & Service of Doors & Openers
8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.  www.allproqgd.com  Lic. #772078
All Hallows
Academy
“Where Faith and Education Meet”
Grades TK-8
I specialize in Pacific Beach, call me today!
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David Garmo
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Alignments • Brakes • Shocks • Struts • Name Brands • Custom Wheels
Christopher S. Cooke, Tax Attorney
Senior Homecare By Angels
You Select Your Caregiver!
Focused on helping San Diego County residents
with all their tax needs. (800) 235-0894
Up to 24 hour care Hygiene
Assistance
Meals, Errands & More.
Caregivers with Character!
Thoroughly Screened.
Gift Certificates Available
Tax Audits│IRS, FTB, EDD or BOE Disputes│Tax Preparation│
Unfiled Returns│Preparation of wills, trusts, powers of attorney,
and advance health care directives│Formation of corporations,
limited liability companies, and nonprofits
858-459-6074
President / Principal
Architect, LEED AP
Parishioner
(619) 804-3171
[email protected]
Filippi’s Pizza Grotto
Architecture and Planning
Commercial | Urban Infill | Custom Homes
Parishioners
S.D.
Plumbing & $25 off with this ad
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Service Office: (858) 384-6004
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In-Home Therapy for Individuals with Special Needs
MONIQUE K. DICKINSON, RKT
Registered Kinesiotherapist #1628
619-347-4182
**Licensed and Insured**
Parishioner
HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC
CEMETERY & MAUSOLEUM
45th & Hilltop Drive, San Diego, CA 92102
Pre-Needed Arrangement is an act of love
No Interest Budget Plan / Up to 5 years to pay
Call 264-3127
ORDER TO GO - (858) 483-6222
“LOOK FOR THIS
MAN FOR QUALITY”
LARIMER DESIGN
• Se Habla Español
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SPAGHETTI • LASAGNA • TORPEDO SANDWICH
Please call to schedule a tour
Tom Larimer, AIA
Cont. Lic. No. 959822
Quality Garage Doors
(619) 847-7034
[email protected]
Parishioner
Quality 24-Hr. Service
2085 Hotel Circle S., San Diego
(858) 274-8062
(858) 483-6880
Marilyn Sobilo, REALTOR®
CA BRE #01863789
619-985-2028
Specials
for Parishioners
Free estimates
on New Doors
EMORY
PLUMBING
962 Garnet Ave. • Pacific Beach (2 blocks from the church)
Your new neighbor.
A place to congregate.
Share ideas, kindness
and coffee
4680 Cass Street
Mission Kitchen &
Bath
Specializing in Complete, Ceramic Tile,
Bathroom Remodels
Free Estimates
Babysitters Club
Trustworthy, dependable &
experienced babysitters looking to
provide quality child care .
Please contact us at
831-419-9538
Stella Maris
Academy
Experience a place where every child is
cherished, academics excel and
community is embraced.
The K-8 Parochial School of Mary, Star
of the Sea in La Jolla offers:
~A Solid Foundation in all
of the Core Studies~
~Spiritual Development~
~A Technologically advanced campus~
~U.S. Dept. of Education Blue Ribbon School:
WASC and WCEA accredited~
(858) 454-2461
www.stellamarisacademy.org
#67 St. Brigid, San Diego
Protect Your Family
(858) 581-5776
Victoria Talarico
Parishioner
Students & Adults
858 610-1073
[email protected]
“An independently owned and operated Office”
TODD PEARSALL
Joseph R. Mawhinney, M.D.
Spanish Lessons
Catering
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581-6900
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