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The Presentation of the Lord February 2, 2020
Eudist Seminarian
George German Perez
(third from left front row)
"This then is the consecrated life: praise which gives joy to God’s people,
prophetic vision that reveals what counts."
Pope Francis, 2019 World Day for Consecrated Life
Feb. 2, the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, is set aside in our Church as a special day
to pray for men and women in consecrated life. Saint Pope John Paul II instituted the World
Day for Consecrated Life more than 20 years ago.
The choice of the day is intentional: "This Feast is also known as Candlemas Day; the day on
which candles are blessed symbolizing Christ who is the light of the world. So too, those in
consecrated life are called to reflect the light of Jesus Christ to all peoples." (USCCB)
Thank you for reflecting the light of Christ!
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January 19, 2020
Throughout his Gospel, Matthew reminds his
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Jesus’ genealogy to show that he is of the house
of David. Also, he was born of a virgin, born in the What return shall I make to the Lord for all the
town of Bethlehem, later to come out of Egypt Lord has given me. – Psalm 116
and grow up in Nazareth. Now he reminds them
that after his baptism he went to Galilee, to the
region of Zebulun and Naphtali, just as Isaiah had READINGS FOR THE WEEK
prophesied. It is no coincidence that the first Monday: 2 Sm 15:13-14, 30; 16:5-13; Ps 3:2-7; Mk 5:1-20
reading nearly every Sunday since the first of Tuesday: 2 Sm 18:9-10, 14b, 24-25a, 30 — 19:3;
December has been from the prophet Isaiah. Ps 86:1-6; Mk 5:21-43
Unlike Luke, Matthew does not precede the story Wednesday: 2 Sm 24:2, 9-17; Ps 32:1-2, 5-7; Mk 6:1-6
of the calling of the first apostles, fishermen all, Thursday: 1 Kgs 2:1-4, 10-12; 1 Chr 29:10-12; Mk 6:7-13
by relating the story of a miraculous catch of fish. Friday: Sir 47:2-11; Ps 18:31, 47, 50, 51; Mk 6:14-29
Perhaps this is because he trusts that Simon, Saturday: 1 Kgs 3:4-13; Ps 119:9-14; Mk 6:30-34
Andrew, James, and John, like his Jewish Sunday: Is 58:7-10; Ps 112:4-9; 1 Cor 2:1-5; Mt 5:13-16
audience, would already recognize in Jesus the
fulfillment of the ancient prophecies. No wonder SAINTS & SPECIAL OBSERVANCES
they are able to abandon their steady jobs “at Sunday: The Presentation of the Lord;
once” for a completely new calling. Only after Blessing of Candles;
they are called does Jesus embark on his mission, World Day for Consecrated Life;
teaching, preaching, and healing. But Isaiah clued Boy Scouting Sunday; Groundhog Day
them in to what Jesus would do, this Light in a Monday: Fourth Week in Ordinary Time;
land overshadowed by death, glorifying the road St. Blaise; St. Ansgar
between Jewish and Gentile lands, proclaiming Wednesday: St. Agatha
Good News of abundant joy, and destroying the Thursday: St. Paul Miki and Companions
burdens of disease and illness. Just after we Friday: First Friday
completed the week of prayer for Christian unity, Saturday: St. Jerome Emiliani; St. Josephine
we hear this reading from Paul decrying the Bakhita;
divisions within the church in Corinth. As disciples International Day of Prayer and Awareness
ourselves, we have a responsibility to work for against Human Trafficking;
unity, for in Christ there can be no division. Christ Blessed Virgin Mary
transcends all human leaders who could claim
adherents while excluding others.
Low Gluten Hosts
Fr. Gerard Lecomte, CJM Are you aware that you can receive Holy Commun-
J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. ion on Sunday with a low-gluten host? Before
Mass begins, ask any usher to direct you to the
QUESTION OF THE WEEK Sacristan, who will make sure a consecrated low-
What divisions among the people in my life can I gluten host is available to you at Communion time.
help to heal? How can I build unity in my family,
parish, or community?
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Prayer Ministries
Eucharistic Adoration
St. Leo Mondays 9AM to 5PM
St. James Thursdays 8AM to 8PM
“Cast all of your anxieties upon the Lord because
He cares for you.” 1Pt 5:7
Addi onal adorers needed Thursday Monday, Feb 3 ~ Joanne Codrai †
Please sign up to spend an hour on Thursdays with Tuesday, Feb 4 ~ Charlie & Janet Lasnier
Jesus. Call Monica (858) 945-7220 or email : Wednesday, Feb 5 ~ Kathleen Varni †
mzeboldbell@cox.net Thursday, Feb 6 ~ Aaron Jilka
Rosary Prayer Group Friday, Feb 7 ~ Stanley Kieta †
Mondays at 6pm in the chapel.
All are welcome! Healing Prayer
▪ Every 3rd Sat after 5pm Mass
Centering Prayer ▪ Every 3rd Sunday after 9am &
Tuesdays 9AM 11:30am Masses
St. James Parish ▪ Every 3rd Wednesday at 7pm-
8pm includes Praise & Worship, Adoration &
Centering Prayer is a method de- Healing Prayer.
signed to facilitate the development of contempla-
tive prayer by preparing our faculties to receive Rosary Group
this gift. It presents ancient Christian wisdom
teachings in an updated form. Centering Prayer is
not meant to replace other kinds of prayer; rather Mondays 6PM
it casts a new light and depth of meaning on them. Chapel behind the Altar
It is at the same time a relationship with God and a All are welcome!
discipline to foster that relationship. This method
of prayer is a movement beyond conversation
with Christ to communion with him. MORE
Be still and know that I am God.—Psalm 46:10E
Doug Wickhan Patrick Comyns
January 26, was designated by Pope Doris Bower Lou Marsh
Francis as Word of God Sunday. We will Have a prayer request?
celebrate God’s gift of the Holy Scriptures Email your prayer request to:
in our lives of faith. Please bring your vlopez@stjames-stleo.org
home Bible to Church Sunday, February 16 to add a name to the list. Names will be listed for
one month. Please make sure you have permission
to be blessed during Mass. from the person before you send your request.
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When's the last time you saved someone's life?
Here's your chance!
The mobile unit of the San Diego Blood Bank will
be at St. James Sunday, February 16, from 7:30 Hospitality and Welcome Ambassadors needed!
A.M. to 12:45 P.M. to receive blood dona-
tions. Bringing it close to home, we have had sev- The Pastoral Council’s Hospitality Committee is
eral parishioners whose lives have been saved by looking for individuals to assist in becoming
blood transfusions, and over the years we’ve been hosts at the Welcome Kiosk which will be set up
doing it, your donations have saved over 9,000 the First and Third Sundays after all Masses. Our
lives. Remember: people are the only source -- team will use this venue to welcome new peo-
there is no substitute. And only 3% of Americans ple to our community and provide information
ever donate blood. If you've never given blood on the many ways all Parishioners can expand
before, now is the time to start. Let’s give them a their own Evangelization path. If this ministry is
big turnout! For your convenience, you may make of interest to you please contact Marty Peters
an appointment either by: at paul.peters@LPL.com.
• signing up at the table after Mass, or
• visiting the Blood Bank website
at MY-SDBB.org, or
• calling the Blood Bank 1-800- Knights Of Columbus
4MY-SDBB (1-800-469-7322), or Friday Fish Feast 2020
• calling Bob or Cory Graves at
858-755-8990, or
emailing Bob at robtgraves@wwwdb.org The Friday Fish Feast is always looking for individu-
Appointment not required, but advisable. als who like to plan, prepare and cook the dinners
for our Lenten dinner series. This year we will be
developing a new and exciting series of dinners
Catholic Business Professionals that incorporate the use of fresh seasonal produce
Monthly Meeting and seafood. If this ministry is of interest to you
Get a mid-day power boost with Mass, Meal and please contact Jeff Sturgis at jeffsturgis@me.com.
an engaging Message of living out our Catholic
faith in the Workplace! Powerful 90 minutes: Noon
Mass, followed by lunch and this month's speaker, Breakfast is Ready!
Mike Murphy Recently retired CEO of Sharp
Healthcare. Tuesday, February 11th, Noon to 1:30 Next Sunday, February 9, the Knights of Columbus
$20 St. Elizabeth Seton RSVP: Text John O’Reilly at will be serving breakfast in the parish hall after the
760-504-6040 or CatholicBPofNC@gmail.com 7:30am and 9:00am Masses. Doors open at 8:00
am. The full breakfast features golden brown but-
World Day of the Sick Mass termilk pancakes and includes juice, fresh fruit,
scrambled eggs, country potatoes, and sausage.
Tuesday, February 11th at 10:00 AM
The full breakfast runs $7 Children 12 and under are
There will be NO 8:00 AM Mass
half-price.
JOIN US FOR A
GREAT FAMILY Breakfast!
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SAN DIEGO CATHOLIC ADULT SINGLES 55+
COMMUNITY Saturday, February 15 POTLUCK/GAME NIGHT
Young Adults | Adult Community | ACTIVE 60’s+ 6pm at St. James - Ministry Center
Sign up for weekly email updates at http:// We will be in the Conference Room at St. James -
sandiegocac.org/ located INSIDE the Parish Office. YOU: Bring a
Contact Nancy Wesseln nancy@sandiegocac.org potluck item and beverage of choice. How you
(858) 847-0724 can help: Doreen with the games/prizes/
"The Best Way to Meet Catholics Like You” etc. doreen@sandiegocac.org
Nancy with setup/hospitality/organizing the food,
etc. nancy@sandiegocac.org
YOUNG ADULTS
(20s & 30s) & 30 “Somethings” (30s & early 40s) ACTIVE 60s+!
EVERY FRIDAY Chair Exercise
TODAY! February 2nd St. James Ministry Center 10:30am-11:30am
Super Bowl Game Watch Located in the Parish Office Building.
HELLO EVERYONE! Plans for Super Bowl Sunday? Strengthen your mind, body and spirit without
Join us for part or the whole game. standing up! Build muscle tone, strength, flexibil-
Meet at 3pm Game Kick Off - 3:30pm Free Parking ity and a positive mental attitude!
Crust Pizzeria: 124 S Solana Hills Dr · Solana Beach Certified instructor: Sara (858) 224-0551
https://solanabeach.crustpizzeriasb.com/ Suggested donation $5-$10
Contacts:
Young Adults – meryl@sandiegocac.org
30 "Somethings" – jovi@sandiegocac.org
Have you moved?
Are you new to the parish? Have you been coming
to Mass for a while but never registered? Have
ADULT COMMUNITY (35+) you moved or changed your phone number?
Would you like to receive envelopes? Registration
forms are available in the brochure rack in the
Saturday, February 8 church vestibule, on line on our website and in
CAC Hiking Group – 2nd/Saturday/month the parish office. We can even mail one to you!
We meet 8am at OMC, and carpool. Please be aware that if you are giving online,
February hike info in your weekly email or contact that does not make you registered in the parish.
Marc and Tim hiking@sandiegocac.org You need to complete a parish registration form
for us to track your donations.
If you have any questions, whether you are registered
Sunday, February 16 or not, please call the office at 858-755-2545 ext. *100
Great Works Book Club – ALL AGES ARE INVITED
TO JOIN! Mission Circle
6pm Champagne Bakery in the Del Mar Highlands People Helping People In Need
Shopping Center Be sure to like Mission Circle on Facebook
For our February meeting, we will be continuing to keep up with all our news and activities!
Mamonidies "The Guide for the Perplexed."
We will be focusing on Book Two. New members FEEDING THE HOMELESS
welcome to come & participate, or listen in. @ FR. JOE’S VILLAGE
RSVP/questions: Rochelle Hight school youth, join us for our monthly visit to
at GreatWorksClub@sandiegocac.org downtown San Diego to help our brothers and sis‐
Suggested donation $5-$10 ters in need. We’re going Feb. 3rd. We leave St.
James at 3pm and return by 7pm.
Must RSVP: https://stjamesandleo.org/youth/
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Burkina Faso:
The unshakeable faith of women religious in the face of terror
“We take in refugees every day, especially wives
whose husbands have been murdered— because the
terrorists mainly kill the men—but also children and
elderly people.”
Amélie de La Hougue-ACN News | Jan 27, 2020
Even as Burkina Faso is increasingly plagued by terrorist violence, the Sisters of the Immaculate Conception (SIC), an indige-
nous congregation, are staying firmly put alongside their people.
Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) spoke with Sister Pauline Sawagado, the General Superior of the congregation, and Sister Ma-
rie-Bernadette Rouamba, her predecessor (pictured above).
Terrorist attacks have been increasingly targeting Burkina Faso. Have you personally witnessed any incidents?
We are living in a climate of permanent insecurity. Especially, our Sisters in the communities in the north of the country are
witnessing clashes daily. In Bam, the terrorists were just two miles away from the community.
We take in refugees every day, especially wives whose husbands have been murdered— because the terrorists mainly kill the
men—but also children and elderly people. In the north, Sisters are caring for between 30 and 60 refugees each day.
Even in Ouagadougou, the capital city, we have taken in more than 600 displaced people. They need bread, water, a little soap,
and especially a sympathetic hearing, a gesture of gentleness, a sign of being loved, even if only for a day, after what they have
been through.
Are the terrorists targeting a particular segment of the population?
Everyone is in their sights—Catholics are killed, animists are killed, Muslims are killed, Protestants are killed! We welcome all
refugees, whether Christians, Muslims, or animist.
Are you afraid?
Afraid? No, because we trust in God’s providence. We know that anything can happen to us any day and that we have to be
prepared for every possible situation. We are concerned for everyone, we want to be able to attend to the needs of every indi-
vidual. And as leaders of the community we carry all these cares and concerns. Here in Burkina Faso, everyone is suffering from
this climate of insecurity—not just our Sisters in the north of the country, but also our Sisters in Mali.
What do you say to the Sisters during these difficult times?
We tell them to remain firm in their faith and love. We encourage them in their mission outreach wherever they happen to be.
And we pray a great deal every day, for peace but also for the conversion of the terrorists. We are hopeful that the Lord will
help us, for we are there for Him. We are living this martyrdom in faith.
Have you thought of closing some of your communities?
We don’t want to close any of our communities, because the people are already afraid and if they see the Sisters leaving, they
will really feel abandoned. We want to stay alongside the people, to help and console them. Some of our Sisters in Mali were
forced to leave for security reasons, but now they tell me they are willing to return there. They feel they are ready to suffer
along with the people, side by side with them.
Are Christians continuing to hope, despite the threats?
Yes, we have noticed a real spiritual growth among the people. Faced with these difficulties, the Christians are not deserting
the churches; instead, on the contrary, they are praying still more! In the Archdiocese of Ouagadougou we have organized a
prayer chain in the 35 parishes, so that every week one parish will be praying especially for peace.
This article was first published by Aid to the Church in Need and republished here with kind permission. To learn more and to
help ACN’s efforts on behalf of persecuted Christians visit www.churchinneed.org
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El Rincón del P. Gerardo LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA
Lunes: 2 Sm 15:13-14, 30; 16:5-13; Sal 3:2-7;
A lo largo de todo su Evangelio Mateo le recuerda a su Mc 5:1-20
audiencia que Jesús es quien ha cumplido todas las Martes: 2 Sm 18:9-10, 14b, 24-25a, 30 — 19:3;
profecías del Antiguo Testamento sobre el que habría Sal 86 (85):1-6; Mc 5:21-43
de venir. Ya él ha expuesto la genealogía de Jesús a fin Miércoles: 2 Sm 24:2, 9-17; Sal 32 (31):1-2, 5-7;
de mostrar que es del linaje de David. Además nació de Mc 6:1-6
una virgen en la ciudad de Belén y después salió de Jueves: 1 Re 2:1-4, 10-12; 1 Cr 29:10-12; Mc 6:7-13
Egipto para crecer en Nazaret. Ahora Mateo le Viernes: Eclo 47:2-11; Sal 18 (17):31, 47, 50, 51;
recuerda a su audiencia que Jesús fue a Galilea, a la
Mc 6:14-29
región de Zabulón y Neftalí, después de haber sido
bautizado, tal como lo había profetizado Isaías. No es
Sábado: 1 Re 3:4-13; Sal 119 (118):9-14; Mc 6:30-34
coincidencia que la primera lectura en casi todos los Domingo: Is 58:7-10; Sal 112 (111):4-9; 1 Cor 2:1-5;
domingos desde los primeros de diciembre ha sido Mt 5:13-16
tomada del libro del profeta Isaías. A diferencia de LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS
Lucas, Mateo no precede la historia del llamado de los
apóstoles (todos ellos pescadores) al relato de la pesca CELEBRACIONES
milagrosa. Tal vez sea porque confía en que Simón, Domingo: La Presentación del Señor;
Andrés, Santiago y Juan (al igual que su audiencia Bendición de las velas;
judía) ya reconocían en Jesús el cumplimiento de las Día Mundial de la Vida Consagrada;
antiguas profecías. Con razón pudieron dejar sus Domingo de los Niños Exploradores;
trabajos regulares “inmediatamente” para dedicarse a Día de la Marmota
una misión completamente nueva. Sólo después que Lunes: Cuarta Semana del Tiempo Ordinario;
ellos fueron llamados es que Jesús emprende su misión San Blas; San Óscar
de enseñar, predicar y curar. Pero Isaías les da un
Miércoles: Santa Agueda
indicio de lo que haría Jesús, pues esa Luz alumbra en
una tierra de sombras de muerte y glorifica el camino
Jueves: San Pablo Miki y compañeros
entre la tierra de los judíos y la de los paganos, Viernes: Primer viernes
proclama la buena nueva de la alegría abundante, y Sábado: San Jerónimo Emiliano;
destruye el yugo de padecimientos y enfermedades. Santa Josefina Bakhita;
Justo después de terminarse la semana de oración por Jornada Internacional de Oración y
la unidad de los cristianos escuchamos esta lectura de Reflexión
Pablo denunciando las divisiones en la Iglesia de Contra la Trata de Personas;
Corintio. Como discípulos que somos también nosotros Bienaventurada María Virgen
tenemos la responsabilidad de trabajar en favor de la
unidad, pues en Cristo no pueden haber divisiones.
Cristo trasciende a todos los líderes humanos que se
adjudican a sí mismos ser adeptos mientras que a la vez
excluyen a otras personas.
ADORACIÓN AL
SANTISIMO
Padre Gerard Lecomte, CJM
J.S. Paluch Co., Inc.
SACRAMENTO
Todos los Lunes
PREGUNTA DE LA SEMANA de 9:00am a 5:00pm
¿Qué divisiones hay entre las personas que son
parte de mi vida y cómo puedo remediarlas? HORA SANTA
¿Cómo puedo fomentar la unidad en mi familia, en Sábado 8 de Febrero
mi parroquia y en mi comunidad? a las 7:00pm
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Amar a Dios, Proclamar la Buena Nueva de Jesucristo, servir al pueblo de Dios
¿Sabías qué?
El día 2 de febrero de cada año, se recuerda la presentación del
Niño Jesús al templo, llevando a alguna imagen del Niño Dios a
presentar a la iglesia o parroquia. También ese día, se recuer-
dan las palabras de Simeón, llevando candelas (velas hechas de
parafina pura) a bendecir, las cuales simbolizan a Jesús como
luz de todos los hombres. De aquí viene el nombre de la
“Fiesta de las candelas” o el “Día de la Candelaria”.
Es una fiesta que podemos aprovechar para reflexionar acerca
de la obediencia de María y para agradecer a Jesús que haya
venido a iluminar nuestros corazones en el camino a nuestra
salvación eternal. (sacado de catholic.net)
TODOS LOS JUEVES
Grupo de Oración
A las 7:00pm
en la Misión de San León Magno.
Tenemos Alabanza, predicación de la
Palabra Y Oración.
Acompáñanos!
RETIRO DE NIÑOS
De 8 a 10 años
GRUPO DE MATRIMONIOS ¿Cuándo? El domingo 16 de Febrero
Miércoles 19 de Febrero a las 7:00pm ¿A qué hora? De 10:00am a 3:00 pm
En la Misión de San León Magno ¿Dónde? En el salón de St. James
COSTO: $10
DRAMA DE LA PASIÓN DE CRISTO
Les invitamos a participar en el drama de la pasión
de nuestro Señor de este año.
Anótense con el Sr. José Ramírez
después de misa.
National Day of Prayer for the Unborn
January 22, 2020
PASTORAL STAFF
Rev. Gerard Lecomte, CJM, Pastor ..................................... 858-755-2545 ........................ frgerardcjm@stjames‐stleo.org
Rev. John H. Howard, CJM, Pastor Emeritus ...................... 858-755-2545 x *110….. ........ jhhcjm@stjames‐stleo.org
Rev. Lawrence Goodwin, CJM, In Residence...................... 858-755-2545 ........................ lawrencegoodwin@eudistsusa.org
Deacon Al Graff .................................................................... 858-452-3684
Deacon Peter Hodsdon, Business Manager ....................... 858-755-2545 x *112 .............. deaconpeter@stjames‐stleo.org
Deacon Ernesto Juarez, Coordinator St. Leo Mission ........ 858-755-2545 x *200............. deaconernesto@stjames‐stleo.org
Albert Fitzgerald, Bookkeeper ............................................ 858-755-2545 x *104 ............. afitzgerald@stjames‐stleo.org
Antonio Mendoza, Facilities ............................................... 858-755-2545 x *109 ............. mendztony@stjames‐stleo.org
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Cathryn Flynn……………………………………………….858-755-2545…………… ..cflynn@stjames-stleo.org
Christine Lang, Principal, St. James Academy……………..858-755-1777………………..clang@saintjamesacademy.com
Evangely Aliangan Ward, Director of Youth Ministry ......... 858-755-2545 x *114 .............. eward@stjames‐stleo.org
Jannet Diaz, Director of Religious Education, Spanish....... 858-755-2545 x *102 ............. jdiaz@stjames‐stleo.org
Pamela Smith, Director of Religious Education, English .... 858-755-2545 x *106 ............. psmith@stjames‐stleo.org
Pauline Wright, Director of Music ....................................... 858-755-2545 x *300............. thepurplemusiclady@gmail.com
Timothy O’Shea, Saints Thrift Store Manager .................... 858-755-0654 ........................ timothykoshea@yahoo.com
Virginia Lopez, Parish Secretary…………………………...858-755-2545 x *100 ............. vlopez@stjames-stleo.org
Medical Program.................................. 858-259-9464 Pastoral Council….PastoralCouncil@stjames‐stleo.com
Mission Circle ....................................... 858-792-0516 Finance Council…..Stj‐StlFinancecouncil@stjames‐stleo.com
Dental Program .................................... 858-523-0710
St. James—St. Leo Catholic Community is under the pastoral care of the Eudist Fathers, or Congregation of Jesus and
Mary. We owe our name to Saint John Eudes who founded the Congregation in France in 1643. Evangelization, mainly
with the poor and the youth, is our primary purpose, as well as formation to ministry in the training of diocesan priests and
lay ministers. Our motto is “To Serve Christ and His Church.” For more information visit: http://www.eudistsusa.orgYou can also read
