December 2014 - St. Francis of Assisi Parish

The
Franciscan
St. Francis of Assisi Parish
Mass Schedule
Saturday
8:00 AM (Honoring Mary)
5:00 PM (Vigil, English)
7:30 PM (Vietnamese)
Sunday
6:45 AM (English)
8:30 AM (English)
10:30 AM (English)
12:00 PM (English)
5:00 PM (Spanish)
7:00 PM (English)
Rev. Msgr. Craig F. Harrison, Pastor
Hospitals & Temp. Parochial Vicar: Rev. Charles Pham
Hospitals & Temp. Parochial Vicar: Rev. Rodolfo Esmero
Deacon Scotty Bourne
Deacon Van Tran
900 H. Street, Bakersfield CA 93304
Phone: 661-327-4734 / Fax: 661-377-0363
For additional info, please visit www.stfran.org
St. Francis Parish School
Weekdays
6:30 AM
12:10 PM
Administrator: Rev. Msgr. Craig F. Harrison
Principal: Sr. Cris Caballero, RSM
Vice Principal, Jr. High: Jose Santos
Vice Principal, K-5th: Cindy Schoorl
2516 Palm Street, 93304
Grades (Pre-Kindergarten-8th)
Phone: 661-326-7955/Fax: 661-327-0395
Sacrament of Penance
Saturdays: starting at 8:30 AM and
ending 9:30 AM or by appointment.
www.stfrancisparishschool.com
Eucharistic Adoration
Mondays & Tuesdays 7:00AM-9:00PM
Wednesdays 7:00AM non-stop until
Saturday at 8:00AM
The Mission of St. Francis of Assisi Parish is to provide a safe,
welcoming environment of Catholic worship, evangelization
& fellowship, living in the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi.
Parish Administration
Religious Education
Facilities & Construction
Judy Jacobs
Parish Administrator
[email protected]
Betsy Donohue-Wingle
Elementary Coordinator
[email protected]
Dan Hargis
Facilities Director
[email protected]
Natalie Hill
Parish Scheduler
[email protected]
Eileen Burrell
Youth Minister
[email protected]
Isabel Ruiz
Admin. Assistant to Facilities Director
[email protected]
Stella Garcia-Hernandez
Accounting Supervisor
[email protected]
Margo Hellman
RCIA Coordinator
[email protected]
Bulletin & Communications
Carla Medina
Parish Secretary
[email protected]
Irene Gonzales
Sacramental Registrar
[email protected]
Monika Scott-Shields
Communications
[email protected]
Bulletin for December 2014
The Month of Divine Infancy
Dear Parish Family,
Christmas is a time of remembrance. We have been listening to the scriptures and remembering the experience of Mary encountering the divine journey, and the struggles
of Joseph and Mary leading to the birth of Christ. Leading to the moment that has
changed our world forever.
This Christmas I recall the memories of my childhood and the celebrations that we
had as a family. They are wonderful memories and this year will be my first year without my parents. But my memories, and the traditions and the faith they have passed
on to me, continues to help me celebrate this wonderful event.
May your memories, your journey and your families, be blessed this Christmas.
Msgr. Craig Harrison
CHRISTMAS EVE MASSES
Wednesday, Dec. 24th
CHRISTMAS DAY MASSES
Thursday, Dec. 25th

2:30 PM Children’s Mass - English - Church and Hall

6:45 PM Mass - English - Church

4:00 PM Children’s Mass - English - Church and Hall

8:30 AM Mass - English - Church

8:00 PM Mass - Vietnamese - Church

10:30 AM Mass - English - Church

11:30 PM Midnight Mass - Bilingual - Church

12:00 PM Mass - Spanish - Church
St. Francis Parish Ministry News
For our Growing Parish, Faith, Family, & Friends
We are so grateful for the support of our parishioners who
have contributed to our Capital Campaign. Our fund raising goal is $7,470,000 and currently have pledges totaling $
$3,168,000.
It is our request that every St. Francis family make a financial commitment, payable over three years, to support this
project. We hope that you will prayerfully consider this
opportunity, reflect on God’s blessings, and commit with
vigor to this essential parish project. Please use the pledge
cards and envelopes found in the pews or in the back of the
Church, and return it to the parish within two weeks.
Giving is a spiritual adventure. It is an act performed for
God and with God. As we put this into perspective, we will
know the joy that comes from making the decision to give.
When we are able to partner together to see this dream
become a reality, we can all join together in bringing the
love of Christ to a world in need.
Saturday, Dec. 6th, 13th, and 20th
8:30 am to 9:30 am in the Church
NOTE: Please arrive prior to 9:15 am
Tuesday, Dec. 9th - Penance Service
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm in the Church
NOTE: Please arrive prior to 8:00 pm
Monday, Dec. 22nd
11:00 am to 12:00 pm & 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Church
NOTE: Please arrive prior to 11:45 am & 5:45 pm
Tuesday, Dec. 23rd
11:00 am to 12:00 pm & 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Church
NOTE: Please arrive prior to 11:45 am
Wednesday, Dec. 24th
8:00 am to 9:00 am in the Church
NOTE: Please arrive prior to 8:45 am
In the Chapel
Eucharistic Adoration Closure
Christmas Closure: Adoration will end at 9:00 pm on
Tuesday, December 23rd and resume at 7:00 am on Monday,
December 29th.
New Year’s Closure: Adoration will end at 9:00 pm on
Tuesday, December 30th and resume at 7:00 am on Monday,
January 5, 2015.
Pray In The New Year
Wednesday, December 31st
The best way to usher in the New Year.
Beginning at 11:00 pm in the Chapel with private adoration
before the Blessed Sacrament until 11:30 pm. Holy Hour with
the Rosary and Benediction immediately following from 11:30
pm to 12:30 am.
Garces Memorial High School
Principal Search
Garces Memorial High School has initiated its search for a
new Principal for the 2015-2016 school year. The new Principal will be responsible for the operational aspects of the
school, which include all academic programs, faith development, retreat and service learning programs, athletics, student
activities, counseling program, health and safety policies, and
academic technology. Applications are due by January 26,
2015. Please visit the Garces website at www.garces.org for
more information.
Wed., Dec. 3rd at 6:30 pm
Thur., Dec. 4th at 6:30 pm
Fri., Dec. 5th at 6:30 pm
Sat., Dec. 6th at 6:30 pm
Sun., Dec. 7th at 4:30 pm
Mon., Dec. 8th at 6:30 pm
Wed., Dec. 10th at 6:30 pm
Thur., Dec. 11th at 6:30 pm
Elementary Religious Education
Congratulations to the 108 Students, Parents, Teachers and Sr.
Mary for helping to make our November 22nd First Holy Communion such a special day for or students.
Thank you to all who gave to our Warm Clothing and Food
Drive. I know St. Francis is smiling down on all who gave and
continue to give in his name.
We are inviting all our families to come to the Christmas Eve
Children’s Mass at 2:30 p.m. on Dec. 24th. Come see our
Elementary Religious Education children bring the Birth of
our Lord to Life.
Our closures for December are as follows:
Monday’s Classes: Dec.15 - Jan. 5, 2015
Returning on Jan. 12, 2015
Wednesday’s Classes: Dec.17 - Dec. 31, 2015
Returning on Jan. 7, 2015
Thursday’s Classes: Dec.18 - Jan. 1, 2015
Returning on Jan. 8, 2015
We want to wish all our Families a very Blesses Christmas
Season. In the Spirit of Faith,
Mrs. Betsy, Mrs. Irene, and Mrs. Gloria
St. Francis Parish Ministry News
B.A.T.T.L.E.S.
“God created man in his own image…
male and female He created them” Gen. 1:27
Based on the collective teachings of Pope John Paul II on
human body, marriage, sex, and love, the Theology of the
Body proclaims the Church’s beautiful teaching on authentic love and the meaning of our sexuality.
Join us on this journey as we learn to appreciate the true
dignity of the human person, and untwist the lies spread by
culture that confuse lust for love, and leads people to settle
for the counterfeit love. Our ultimate longing is actually the
love that only God can give. Re-connect with the greatness
God is calling you to. Come learn about the love that satisfied; the love where you will find true and lasting happiness.
Fr. Jude Eli
Fr. Jude will be presenting the teaching of the disciples.
An introduction to the Apostolic and Patristic tradition.
This will be an introductory course on the development
of early Christian doctrine which will include Christology,
Ecclesiology, Scripture, and the Sacraments.
Monday, December 1, 2014
10:00 am - 11:30 am: Conference Room B
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm: Conference Room B
Tuesday, December 2, 2014
10:00 am - 11:30 am: Conference Room B
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm: Conference Room B
Thursday, December 4, 2014
10:00 am - 11:30 am: Conference Room B
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm: Conference Room B
Meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month
at 7:30 pm in the Parish Hall. All adults age 20 and over
are welcome.
Monday, December 8, 2014
10:00 am - 11:30 am: Conference Room B
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm: Conference Room B
Find us on Facebook: Bakersfield B.A.T.T.L.E.S.
Email: [email protected]
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
10:00 am - 11:30 am: Conference Room B
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm: Conference Room B
Women of Grace
Thursday, December 11, 2014
10:00 am - 11:30 am: Conference Room B
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm: Conference Room B
Saturday, December 6th from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm
Women of Grace is pleased to present
“Discover the Joy in Advent.”
Monsignor Craig, a variety of speakers, and musicians will
be sharing their gifts to help us offer you an uplifting and
spiritual event for women of all ages. Tickets are $25 and
will go on sale Monday, Nov. 3rd at the Parish Office.
Catholic Homeschoolers of Bakersfield
Catholic Homeschoolers of Bakersfield would like to
welcome any new or existing Catholic homeschooling
families to our group. Please contact Wendy Allen at 805748-9786, Laura Halbur at 661-872-4909, or Megan Van
Sciver at [email protected]
PARISH OFFICE CLOSURE
During December, the Parish Offices will be closed
Thursday, December 25th and
Friday, December 26th. Merry Christmas!
We will also be closed Jan. 1st. Happy New Year.
Retrouvaille
Married Singles Lifestyle
The Married Singles Lifestyle describes couples that may
have lost a sense of closeness they once had as marriage
partners and are living more like roommates. Retrouvaille
(pronounced retro-vi with a long i) teaches couples how to
survive times like these in their marriages. This program
has helped 10’s of 1000’s of couples experiencing difficulty
at all levels of marital distress from disillusionment to
deep misery. For confidential information about or to
register for the January program in Bakersfield beginning
with a weekend on Jan. 16th—18th.
Call 661-747-2212 or email: [email protected]
or visit the web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com
Sick? Recovering? Need a Visit?
Our Pastoral Care Team is available to visit those who are
ill or recovering from illness. This team of pastoral volunteers loves every opportunity to minister in this way. If you
or a family member enter the hospital, or are recovering at
home, contact Lori Kayes at the Parish Office.
St. Francis Parish Events & Announcements
B.B.B.
Bible - Barbeque - Beer
Wednesday, Dec 17TH
6:00 pm - 8:00 PM
St. Francis Parish Hall
St. Francis has gathered top therapists to host a
series of evenings with the purpose of rekindling
the flame in your marriage. It is held once a
month and each evening includes practical solutions to common problems faced by all couples.
Next Session: Saturday, Dec. 13, 2014 at 6:00 pm
with Msgr. Craig Harrison
Please call Joi for more info or to register
at either 661-327-4734 or 661-340-6530.
www.stfran.org/2b1
Men’s Fellowship Breakfast
Meetings are held on the 2nd Saturday of the month from
6:30 am—8:00 am in the Parish Hall.
The December Healing Service has been canceled.
Stay tuned for information regarding our next
Healing & Prayer Service.
Next Meeting:
Saturday, December 13th.
------------------------------------------Anointing of the Sick
Following Meeting:
Saturday, January 10th 2015
Offered each First Friday after Noon Mass in the Church.
Next anointing offered will be Friday, Dec. 5th.
Call the Parish Office for more info at 661-327-4734.
Women of Wisdom
and Wine WOW
Wed. December 3rd
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
In the Church followed by
fellowship in the Parish Hall.
NEW
FOR
PARENTS
Tue. Dec. 2nd at 6:00 PM in the Church
Weaving Faith & Family
Lessons and Fellowship for Busy Parents
World Marriage Day
World Marriage Day with Bishop Armando Ochoa will be
celebrated with Anniversary Couples on Sunday, February 8,
2015, 3pm at Saint Anthony of Padua Parish in Fresno. Married Couples celebrating anniversaries of 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50
+ years are invited to register directly through the diocesan
website, www.dioceseoffresno.org: Ministry/Family Life/
Submenu, or by e-mail or phone with Edith:
[email protected]; 559.488.7474 ext. 103.
There is a $10.00 fee to help defray the cost of the event. Anniversary couples will be seated together on a first come, first
served basis and according to special needs. They will check in
at the front entrance of the Church to verify their registration
fees & seating assignments. There is limited handicap parking
at the front of the Church; but for those who need assistance,
there is access to drop off someone in the front of the Church.
Seating will begin at 2:15pm, once the Spanish Mass has concluded. Everyone is to remain in the pews during Mass. However, Bishop Ochoa will invite anniversary couples celebrating
60 or more years to have their pictures taken with him in the
Church after Mass. All other anniversary couples will have the
opportunity to be photographed with Bishop Ochoa at the
Reception. Please bring your own camera of cell phone. Registration is now open and registration will close on January 26.
St. Francis Ministry & Community News
Six Day Silent Directed Retreat
.
“Transformation in Wisdom”
At Prayer with St. John of the Cross
With Fr. Steve Coffey, O.S.B.
Jan. 3rd through 9th 2015
St. John of the Cross was a 16th century Spanish Carmelite who
is considered one of the greatest mystics and spiritual teachers of
the Church. Father Steve Coffey will lead us in this retreat and
share with us the wisdom and spiritual passion of this great saint
and how his experience of God can lead us deeper into our own
inner longing.
This retreat is for people of all walks of life—clergy, religious, and
lay people who long for a deep personal experience of God’s love
and presence, and who feel drawn to an extended conversation
with the Lord. For more information, please call St. Anthony
Retreat at (559) 561-4595.
Rachel’s Vineyard
Post-abortion Healing
An upcoming retreat will be held in the Fresno area. Communication is highly confidential. You may reach Jennifer Butcher at
877-629-6626 if you would like more details about attending.
Aaron Reyes and Donna Dayrit
Mark Gonzales and Alyssa Whinery
Rob Stevens and Carole Angelini
Christopher Ruiz and Ariana Acosta
Kolby Halley and Micaela Carrasco
Bryton Carlson and Vianca Fernando
Timothy Rossi and Katelyn Rooney
Kevin Kobliska and Laura Topping
Sergio Alvarez and Mary Godde
Sanctuary Lamp
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One of the greatest gifts we can share is the gift of music,
especially during the Christmas season. I would like to thank
all the wonderful musicians who will help us sing with the
angels this Christmas. The music will bring us to the manger
in Bethlehem and the glory of the humble birth. Thank you
for being a gift to us this Christmas and all through the year.
Spiritual Adoptions
“I can look around!”
"Thank you for praying for me. I’m 7 months old and about 15
inches long. I can use all four senses now!”
 Baby’s eyelids open and close, and the eyes look around.
 Baby can hear, taste, touch, cough, yawn, and hiccup!
 Baby can now recognize mama’s voice!
 Baby is receiving antibodies from mama to provide immunity
to a wide variety of diseases.
Prayer to Mary, Mother of the Life Within
O Mary, Mother of the Life Within, all life we entrust
to you; The life of every expectant mother and the
child within her womb: The life of every human body,
the life of every human soul; The life of every newborn
child and the life of all grown old. You held the Lord to your
own heart and drew Him so close in. So draw us now in
all our needs, O Mother of the Life Within. Amen.
Cristine Banducci
Paul Neri
Eric Banergee
Luis. C. Campos
Walt Widhalm
Manuel Inocentens
Deceased family members of
Julie Yoro
John Miksits
Baby Spiritual Adoption Shower
Jesus asks us to open our hearts and provide
not a manger, but a crib and other baby items.
What: A baby shower for women who choose life for their baby
When: December 26, 2014 at 6:00 pm
Who: You are invited to attend — bring yourself and if you
choose, bring a gift as well.
How: Make checks payable to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
and in the memo write “Baby Spiritual Adoption”
Thank you for your prayerful consideration of helping out. Please
continue to pray for these women and their babies. May God
bless your generosity. We would appreciate any word of mouth,
or passing this information on to others supporting the unborn.
Bulletin Submissions
If you have an announcement or submission for the Jan. 2015
Bulletin, it must be turned in for approval by Fri., Dec. 11th.
Last Month’s Weekly Collections
October 19th
5:00 pm
7:30 pm
6:45 am
8:30 am
10:30 am
12:00 pm
5:00 pm
7:00 pm
$4,198.00
$566.00
$4,812.00
$2,954.00
$5,991.00
$2,122.50
$1,109.00
$2,564.00
October 26th
5:00 pm
7:30 pm
6:45 am
8:30 am
10:30 am
12:00 pm
5:00 pm
7:00 pm
Total: $24,317.00
Total: $24,682.50
2nd Collection
World Mission Sunday
$7,884.12
$3,316.00
$475.00
$3,957.00
$3,578.00
$6,292.00
$2,496.50
$945.00
$3,803.00
November 2nd
5:00 pm
7:30 pm
6:45 am
8:30 am
10:30 am
12:00 pm
5:00 pm
7:00 pm
Please call 661-327-4734 to update your
phone number, home address, email, or
other contact information.
None
$4,373.00
$488.00
$4,831.00
$4,062.00
$5,534.50
$1,882.50
$879.00
$2,376.00
Total: $24,425.00
2nd Collection
$7,738.17
Last Month’s Online Collections Total: $5,950.00
It’s important to update your personal
contact information with our Parish Office.
5:00 pm
7:30 pm
6:45 am
8:30 am
10:30 am
12:00 pm
5:00 pm
7:00 pm
Total: $24,562.50
2nd Collection
Bishop’s Appeal
$4,083.00
$1,597.00
$4,239.00
$3,408.00
$4,357.50
$2,762.50
$1,036.00
$3,080.00
November 9th
2nd Collection
Building Fund
$7,762.17
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