Saint Dunstan Catholic Church Epiphany of the Lord January 4th, 2009 - Bulletin
		All kings shall pay him homage, all nations shall serve him.
		— Psalm 72:11

	Herod was one of history’s great tyrants: he spared no one, not even his own family; to keep his grip on power he murdered his wife, three of his sons, his brother-in-law, an uncle, and his mother-in-law. When Herod of the quest of the magi “He was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him.” He was not going to tolerate a rival. Although he was a tyrannical ruler, the religious leaders colluded with him in locating the infant. Knowing Herod’s taste for blood, it’s a strange fellowship. A sign of things to come? The Magi, who came in search of the “new born king”, were foreigners, pagans, and astrologers: everything that was despicable in the eyes of the religious authorities. Tradition calls them “kings” - judging, probably, by the wealth of the gifts they brought. They followed a star and not the advise of human authority. The Magi came to a stable or a cave where they found a poor family, with animals and perhaps a few shepherds. All the appearances would have told them they had made a ridiculous mistake, yet “falling to their knees, they did him homage.” It is these strangers, outsiders and wise people who catch sight of the star. They come searching, wanting to offer gifts and homage, and to meet the newborn king. They offer their gifts and give him their hearts. They in turn are given gifts and are changed. They cannot retrace their paths; there is no going back to old ways. They find a new way home – another way to live, another way to belong, another way to show forth the glory of God. We are all beckoned to the stable, to be humbled by God. And He forever calls us to see Him in the most unpredictable of places in the most unexpected company.
	The St. Dunstan Youth Core Team meets a few times each month to plan events ranging from religious to social themes. Any high school students who are Confirmed in the Catholic Church and interested in participating in the Youth Core Team should contact Aly Garcia, Youth Minister Intern at 692-4872 or stdunstanyouth@att.net. Need a copy of the Sunday bulletin or of a particular schedule, church and parish information? Please visit the St. Dunstan Parish website at www.saintdunstanchurch.org. WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK AT ST. DUNSTAN PARISH Monday, January 5 School begins at 8 am Tuesday, January 6 Novena in honor of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament after the 8am Mass CCD today at 3:45 pm Thursday, January 8 Bible Study at 10 am in the Convent School Athletic Board meeting at 7 pm in the school math room Prayer group meets at Mary mount Green Hills at 7:30 pm Saturday, January 10 Retrouvaille meets in the convent RCIA at 9 am in the rectory Monday thru Saturday Morning Prayer in the church at 7:15 am Monday thru Friday Rosary recited in the church at 7:40 am ST. DUNSTAN GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP – NOW IN ITS 4th SUCCESSFUL YEAR If you or someone you know is struggling with the loss of a loved one, please join the St. Dunstan Grief Support Group for ongoing sessions to help process your grief and loss issues. For more information please call Barbara Cappel, L.C.S.W. at 692-7543 or Carol Hensley at 692-1488. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Last year the Society of St. Vincent de Paul served over 76,000 meals to the hungry and homeless in San Mateo County. Volunteers are needed to help serve at our Homeless Help Centers in South San Francisco and San Mateo. Learn more at the SVdP Volunteer Orientation on Tuesday, January 6th at 1:30 pm at the San Mateo District Office. Volunteers are also needed to answer helpline calls and for computer data entry. Call Lisa at 373-0623 to reserve a spot at the volunteer orientation. Help us feed the hungry! BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS: Those who wish to attend the Baptism Preparation Class should call the rectory well in advance to register. Classes are held on the 1st Saturday of the month at 10:30 am and the 3rd Monday of the month at 7:30 pm in the convent, 1111 Magnolia Avenue. WALK FOR LIFE WEST COAST 2009 Mark your calendars for Saturday, January 24, 2009. Join upwards of 25,000 pro-lifers for the 5th annual Walk For Life in San Francisco as we peacefully proclaim our message that abortion hurts women and we all deserve better than abortion. For more information visit the website at www.walkforlife.com. To volunteer or to arrange busses contact us at 415-586-1576 or email questions to info@walkforlifewc.com. ENVELOPE USERS Please pick up your box of envelopes for the new year in the back of the church. They are in numerical order. If you do not know your envelope number a list is available. We request that you please put your name and the amount of your donation on each and every envelope as you use them. If any of your loved ones have been hospitalized, we ask that you please call the rectory to let the priests of the parish know so that they are able to visit them. The hospitals do not inform us when one of our parishioners has been admitted, so it is up to their family members to let us know. Thanks for your help! SUPPORT FOR SENIORS Is there a senior in your life whose safety and care need monitoring? Licensed therapists, social workers, registered nurses and gerontologists work together to help elders stay at home by providing a range of care solutions, counseling and home care services. Sliding scale fees. Call 650-592-9325 for more information. -Catholic Charities CYO PRAYER-DISCUSSION GROUP Would you like to try a faith-sharing group that includes a blend of praise, song, scripture, petitions, talk, etc.? This group meets on Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 9 pm .at Marymount Green Hills Retirement Center. Call Fran or Joe Sigona at 692-2466. St. Dunstan Women’s Club Past Presidents Bingo Luncheon Sunday, January 11 at 11 am St. Dunstan Parish Center $30 per person We will serve lunch, drinks and dessert. There will be 10 games of bingo and some wonderful raffle prizes. There is no charge to our past presidents for lunch and bingo. Invite your family and friends to this enjoyable event. Kindly RSVP by Friday, January 9 to Lynne at 255-5307. Last weekend’s Regular Collection: $9,066.00 Christmas Collection: $29,277.00 Thank you for all your support! SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: The Epiphany of the Lord New Year Blessing of the Home National Migration Week Monday: St. John Neumann Tuesday: Blessed André Bessette Wednesday: St. Raymond of Peñafort Orthodox Christmas Saturday: Muslim New Year 1430 to those who served as Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers and Altar Servers this weekend: Saturday, January 3rd 5 PM Lector: L. Clothakis Eucharistic Ministers: J Clothakis, J Ryan, B&G Borba, E Danli, R Attard Altar Servers: Fusaro, Capitolo, McLaughlin, De-Guzman Sunday, January 4th 7 AM Lector: H. Connolly Eucharistic Ministers: B Albright, M Hutchings, S Bosso Altar Servers: Gracia, Jose, Peralta, Peralta 8:30 AM Lector: E. Linak Eucharistic Ministers: D Lawson, M Anderegg, M Ocafrain, S Jajeh, D Magsaysay, R Pezo Altar Servers: Ghanaim, Jajeh, Mendoza, Pramono 10 AM Lector: P Begin Eucharistic Ministers: J&F Sigona, P Maloney, B Murphy, P Livingston, R&C Fry Altar Servers: Janiczek, Lim, Miller, Pucci 11:30 AM Lector: P. Hain Eucharistic Ministers: T Dizon, B Tiamson, J Roensch, M Rogers, R Barrera, C Caimotto Altar Servers: Hain, Hain, Panopio, Rossi 5 PM Lector: S. Santana Eucharistic Ministers: P Boromeo, K Babasa, H Santana, D Sammut, J Costa, F Gutierrez Altar Servers: Jones, Jones, Puzon, Eckmann Special thanks to all of our ushers for their dedicated service at our weekend Masses. Mass Intentions for the Week January 4 thru January 10, 2008 Sunday 7:00 am For Parish Monday 6:30 am Ezlo Nardone 8:00 am Joseph P. Monte 5:10 pm Fr. Finnbarr Horrigan, C.S.Sp Tuesday 6:30 am Cornelius McLaughlin 8:00 am Cesare Bernardo 5:10 pm David Pape Wednesday 6:30 am John Lennon 8:00 am Paul Vella 5:10 pm Dr. Charles Zerzan Thursday 6:30 am Priscilla Broderick 8:00 am Peter Guaraglia 5:10 pm Mae McGowan Friday 6:30 am Anne Cooke 8:00 am Kathleen Castro 5:10 pm Linda Robles Saturday 8:00 am Albina & Joseph Caimotto 5:00 pm Lori Silva We pray for the sick members of our parish family and for those who care for them: Madison Kitz, William Dill, Ted & Eileen Damian, Pat Saracini, Bill Barca, Helen & Vicky Noceti, Irene Thommen, Kyong Cruz, Ciera Whipple, Dorothy Rives, Elsie Noceti, Steve Bacho, Eva Caprini, Mary Farr, Barbara Modica, Karen Shirley, Jose Conrado Vasquez, Henry & Lucy Garcia, Frances Snyder, Jack & Rene Sagrafena, Mrs. Larry Duggins, Antoinette Ramos, Joe Hamilton, Pauline & Joseph Burgio, Noralee Gelhaar, Geraldine Feehan, Martin Hidalgo, Norman Roos, Lyle Dibbs, Gloria Giannini, Maxine Coutts, Anna Mae Stewart, Jonathan Cerezo, Nick Cannuli, Kathy Montiel, The Yakaitis Family, Susan Silvera-Dunn, George Rodriguez Jr, Nafal Jweinat, Michael Coffaro, Diedra Bradshaw, Irma Sweeny, Charlene Spediacci, Esther Litton, Jan Diamond, Viola Burdick, Ronald Reyes, Josephine Muscat, Patricia O’Neill, Virginia Ryan Rogers, Michael Wisherop, Helen Maternia, Elsie Clark, Bernice Malloy, Wayne Devora, Beverly Buhs, Rita Gilmore, Marisa Hosea, Marcella Mahoney, Judy Marks, Rita Bartolo, Michael Hovan, Gerda Altherr, Stephen Petinak, Richard Castro, Donald Clancy, Dan Bray, Rene Tiamson, Dondon Pasco, Dotty Mardiloff, Robert Weldon, Doug Baldwin, Joseph Conrad Rodriguez, Raymond Reudy, Mona Pasco, Rick Trecartin, Doris Spiteri, Mike Casella & Mike Phipps We pray for the deceased members of our parish family: Beverly LaMont