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St. Thérèse of Lisieux, R.C. Church Church Address: 4402 Avenue D, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Rectory Office Address: 1281 Troy Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Telephone#: 718-451-1500 / Fax: 718-451-1502 E-mail: stthereselis@gmail.com Website: www.stthereseoflisieuxchurch.org
Weekly Bulletin: Sunday, December 24th 2017
THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT/
THE NATIVIY OF THE LORD
PARISH MISSION/ MISYON PAWAS LA
“…With Confidence and Love ” -St. Therese of Lisieux
5 TALENTS
MT 25: 14-30
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Readings for this Week/Lectures de la Semaine
Pastor Jesus Christ
Administrator Rev. Fr. Rony Mendes
Parochial Vicar Rev. Fr. Michél Pierre -Louis
Music Ministry Mr. Edsen-Samy Renaud
Music Director
Religious Ed. Coordinator Ms. Frances McCormick
(718-451-1671)
Parish Nurses: Bernadine Noel, RN
Carnice Modeste, RN
Parish Staff
Parish Office Hours
Monday/Lundi: 9AM; 7PM (Little Flower Novena after 7PM Mass on Monday/
Neuvaine de Petite Fleur après la Messede 7PM)
Tuesdays (Miraculous Mèdal Novena/ Neuvaine du Medal Miraculeux): After 9AM Mass
Wednesday/Mercredi (Rosary after 9AM Mass/ Rosaire après la Messe)Saturday/Samedi: 5PM (Vigil Mass for Sunday/Veillée pour le Dimanche) Sunday/Dimanch: 9:00AM(English) 11:00AM (English) 1:00PM (Creole)
Adoration and Confession/Adoration et Confession Friday/Vendredi (Eucharistic Adoration/Adoration Eucharistique) (Adoration du Saint –Sacrament) 9:30AM — 12NOON Saturday /Samedi (Confession) 4:00PM — 4:45PM
Confession can also be scheduled by appointment. Confession peut également être prévue sur rendez-vous.
Next Sunday’s Readings/ Lectures du Dimanche Prochain
Fall/Winter Mass Schedule/Otòn/Ivè des Mas
Monday/Lundi & Friday/Vendredi: 9AM-3PM Tuesday/Mardi , Wednesday/Mercredi & Thursday/Jeudi: 9AM-5PM Saturday/Samedi: Closed Sunday/Dimanche: Closed (Temporary Office Hours—After Hours by appointment Only, Please Call 718-451-1500).
St. Catherine of Genoa ~ St. Therese of Lisieux
Catholic Academy 4410 Avenue D, Brooklyn, NY 11203-5726
Phone: 718-629-0738 Fax: 718-629-6854 Website: www.scgstl.org
Principal: Mrs. Jeanette Charles
The Academy offers a welcoming, safe, faith-filled environment where children from grades Pre-K to 8th
can learn and grow to their potential. Call us at 718-629-9330 for additional information.
Financial aid is available.
Sunday/Dimanche: (FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT/ KATRI-YÈM DIMANCH NAN AVENMAN): 2 Sm 7: 1-, 8b-12, 14a, 16 ; Ps 89: 2-5, 27, 29; Rom 16: 25-27; Lk 1:26-38 Sunday/Dimanche: (VIGIL OF THE NATIVITY OF THE LORD): Is 62: 1-5; Ps 89: 4-5,16-17, 27, 29; Acts 13: 16-17, 22-25; Mt 1: 1-25 or 1: 18-25 Monday/Lundi: (THE NATIVITY OF THE LORD (CHRISTMAS)): Is 62:11-12; Ps 97: 1, 6, 11-12; Ti 3: 4-7; Lk 2: 15-20 Tuesday/Mardi: (SAINT STEPHEN, THE FIRST MARTYR): Acts 6: 8-10; 7: 54-59; Ps 31: 3cd-4, 6, 8ab, 16bc-17; Mt 10: 17-22 Wednesday/Mercredi: (SAINT JOHN, APOSTLE AND EVANGE-LIST): 1 Jn 1: 1-4; Ps 97: 1-2, 5-6, 11-12; Jn 20: 1a, 2-8 Thursday/Jeudi: (THE HOLY INNOCENTS, MARTYRS): 1 Jn 1:5-2:2; Ps 124: 2-5, 7b-8; Mt 2: 13-18 Friday/Vendredi: (FIFTH DAY WITHIN THE OCTAVE OF THE NATIVITY OF THE LORD): 1 Jn 2: 3-11; Ps 96: 1-3, 5B-6; Lk 2: 22-35 Saturday/Samedi: (SIXTH DAY WITHIN THE OCTAVE OF THE NATIVITY OF THE LORD): 1 Jn 2: 12-17; Ps 96: 7-10; Lk 2: 36-40
Sunday/Dimanche: (THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY,
AND JOSEPH/ FANM JEZI A, JEZIKRI, MARI, AK JOZÈF) First Reading/1ere Lecture: 2 Sm 7: 1-, 8b-12, 14a, 16 Psalm/Psaume: 128: 1-5 Second Reading/2e Lecture: Rom 16: 25-27 Gospel/Evangile: Lk 1:26-38
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK/ INTENTIONS DES MESSES DE LA SEMAINE
Sunday/Dimanche:
9:00AM— In Memory of Phillip Lewis on his Birthday
— Christine George & Connie Romelus—Birthday/Thanksgiving
— Marlene Lamarre—Birthday/Thanksgiving
11:00AM— Aaliyah Garrett—Birthday/Thanksgiving
1:00PM— Mr. & Mrs. Loucita & Jean Gabriel Louis—
Wedding Anniversary
— Gerdine Joseph—For Deliverance for Her Exams
Bread & Wine
The Clark Family—In Thanksgiving ++++
Sanctuary Lights
In Memory of the deceased members of the Clark Family
Monday/Lundi:
9:00AM— For the People of the Parish
Tuesday/Mardi:
9:00AM— In Memory of Janice Edwards—Chin
Wednesday/Mercredi:
9:00AM— For the Homebound of the Parish
Thursday/Jeudi
9:00AM— Gary Patterson—Birthday/Thanksgiving
— Bentley G. Abraham—Birthday/Thanksgiving
Friday/Vendredi:
9:00AM— In Memory of Rita Johnson & Horatio Whiteman
Saturday/Samedi:
5:00PM— For the People of the Parish +++
*If those who have requested Sunday Masses above wish to bring gifts
at the offertory, please see one of the Ushers before Mass.
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INTERCESSION OF ST. THERESE ON BEHALF OF THE SICK
Kenrick Fraser, Keith Haywood, Edna Scott, Elias Scott, St. Clair A. Waterman, Joan Griffith, Adelaide Harrop-Williams, Alvin Richard, Hunter Jimenez, Rose Romano, Mona Lisa Hilaire, An-thony Lagano, Grace Lagano, Audrey English, Nadine Graham, Karon Osson, Marva McNeil, Amos Ozell Thornton, Carrie Nor-man, Emmaline Holmes, Amanda Hall, Marie Salomon, Eileen Boyke, Elaine St. Bernard, Maxine Campbell–Reid, Bienvena Houenou, John Zozzaro, Constance Paul, Lucinda Thorton, Debora Corren, Marie Edwige Moise, Magdalin James, Marlene Alphon-so, Errol Albert, Yvette Cardenas-Joseph, Lenora Whittle-Gomas, Doreen Alexander, Ella Hunte, Bertram & Dolores Lovell, Patrice Layne, Phyllis Joseph, Sandra McKessey, Cai Henry, Julian John-son, Guy Dupeoux, Francesca Francis, Isaac Koeing, Chrissy Butti-gieg, Guytaud Leandre, Sybil Carmichael, Joe Roberti, Shelia Bowen, Sylvia Marshall, Marcia Clifton, Michel Caliber, Kevin Cubero, Edmar Hopkinson, Dara Abraham, Rene Charles, Jean–Jacques, Ann Walker, Jennifer Abraham, Nyamarie Abraham, Sha-ron Jones, Martinez, Marie France Badin, Bernadette Mwynica, Elsa Gibbs
Kindly notify the rectory with any updates.
VOCATION MINISTRY THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
“Make known to all nations to bring about the obedience of faith.” Is Christ calling you to let Him manifest His love in you as a priest or consecrated religious? Contact the Vocation Office at (718) 827-2454 or
email: vocations@diobrook.org.
ATTENTION ALL MINISTRY LEADERS
If you would like to advertise your upcoming events in
the parish bulletin, please bring a hard copy to the Rectory Office or by email and fax. Deadline is Monday by 12noon.
If you are sending by email or fax, please call to make sure that we have received your information.
Email: stthereselis@gmail.com Fax #: 718-451-1502
WORDS OF ST.THERESE OF LISIEUX
“To the pure all is pure (Titus1:15), the simple and upright soul sees not evil in anything, since evil exists in impure hearts only and not
in material objects.”-
St. Therese of Lisieux ― Thérèse de Lisieux, The Little Way for Every Day: Thoughts from Therese of Lisieux
CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUPS
“Stay Awake, Be Ready!” The Lord is Coming Soon!
The English Prayer Group gathers on Monday even-ing at 7:45pm in the school gymnasium.
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The Haitian Prayer Group gathers on
Monday evening at 7:45pm in the Convent Chapel We welcome you to join us in praise, worship, a lit-
tle fellowship and encouragement.
MASS INTENTIONS
Take advantage of the privilege and blessing the church offers us to request a Mass for our Intentions
(In Memory of a Loved One, In Thanksgiving, for healing, for achievement, etc). Stop
by the Rectory Office window to submit your Mass intentions.
Donations include: Weekday Masses( Mon-Fri) $15,
Weekend Masses (Sat. and Sun.) $30. Bread and Wine, or
Sanctuary Lamp Candles $30. Parishioners are encouraged to request the
regular Mass for their intentions. There is no special Mass offered outside of the
regular parish Mass.
ATTENTION PARISHIONERS
The Rectory Office will be Closed on Monday, December 25th and will re-open on Tuesday, December 26th.
There will only be a 9AM Mass on Christmas Day, December 25th!
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PARISH NURSES 824 E. 45th St. between
Avenue. D and Foster Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11203
The Nurses’ Office is now Open.
From Mon.—Wed.—Fri.
10am to 12pm ++++++
Please call the Rectory if you have any questions at 718-451-1500 or
E-mail us at Stthereselispnurses@gmail.com ++++++
THANK YOU THANK YOU
St. Therese of Lisieux Parish Nurses thank Father Mendes and all parishioners who generously volunteered their
time, who donated food and who attended the Luncheon. We appreciate all contributions.
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year
The Feast of the Epiphany
Lord Jesus may your light shine our way,
as once it guided the steps of the magic that we too may be led into your presence
and worship you, the Child of Mary,
the Word of the Father, the King of nations,
the Saviour of mankind; to whom be glory for ever.
PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND
A tremendous thank you to all participates who supports our fundraising on an ongoing basis. The trip to the Holy Land is now closed. We look forward to the next fundraising effort.
Peter’s Way Tours will be following up with additional info as we get closer to the date as well Mrs. Audrey, Mrs. Aminta and
Mrs. Denise will follow up with room assignments.
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BAPTISM SCHEDULE
To have your children receive the Sacrament of Baptism, at least one parent and one godpar-
ent must be Catholic.
For registration, parents must bring a copy of the child’s Birth Certificate. Godparents must bring to registration a signed and stamped sponsor letter from the church they
attend. ++++
BAPTISM SCHEDULE FOR 2018
January 2018
Registration Wednesday, January 3rd at 7:30pm
First Class Wednesday, January 17 at 7:30pm
Second Class Wednesday, January 24 at 7:30pm
Baptism Ceremony : Saturday January 27th at 1:00pm (English) Saturday, February 3rd at 1:00PM (Creole)
St. Therese of Lisieux Upcoming Events/Fundraisers for
2017—2018 At-A-Glance Keep checking the bulletin for more information on each event.
DATE/TIME EVENT LOCATION
2017
Sunday December 24th
9am Mass
11am Mass 1pm Mass Midnight
Mass
Church Church Church
English Midnight Mass Church
Creole Mass Auditorium
Monday December 25th
9am
Christmas Mass
Church
Saturday December 30th
5pm Mass Church
Saturday December 30th
6pm
Spiritual Concert
Auditorium
Sunday December 31st
9am Mass 11am Mass 1pm Mass Midnight Bilingual
Mass
Church
2018
Monday January 1st
9am Mass Church
October 7th-16th Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
Nazareth, Cana, Jerusalem and much more
Join us for a trip to The National Museum of African American History
and Culture. February 24th 2018
As a result of the incredible response to The National Mu-seum of African American History and Culture on Febru-
ary 24th, 2018; we will need two buses. There are 12 more seats to fill two buses. Please remember that your seat is
held when payment is made. The deadline is January 15th, 2018. Don’t miss out on a great opportunity. Ticket prices are $110 for Adults and $100 for Children which include Transportation, Lunch, and Entrance to the Museum. To purchase a ticket and if you would like to sponsor a child for this trip please contact the rectory. Please note that
checks should be made out to St. Therese of Lisieux Church.
IN COOPERATION WITH NORTHEAST ROAD SAFETY
St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Academy PRESENTS
THE 6-HOUR NYSDMV-APPROVED POINT AND
INSURANCE REDUCTION COURSE (Defensive Driving Course)*
Sponsored by American Safety, Inc. (#028) Saturday January 27, 2018 10 am – 4 pm
In the school at 4410 Ave. D, Brooklyn, NY 11203 (main entrance)
The fee for the Course is $50. To pre-pay and reserve a seat for the Class please complete form below and submit form & regis-tration fee to Rectory office (718 451-1500). Same-day registra-tion allowed if openings are available. Please arrive by 9:45 am
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Visit our website at www.stthereselisieuxchurch.org to see bulletins, event pictures, registration forms, ministries and more.
AVAILABLE AT THE RECTORY OFFICE
The 2018 At Home with the
Word Book Regular Print Edition: $10.00
Pierre Toussaint: Apostle of Old New York Story
English Book: $ 15.00 French: $10.00
Number of Parishioners and Friends present for
December 9th & December 10th
Saturday (Samedi) 5pm Mass: 54
Sunday (Dimanche): 9:00am Mass: 206 11:00am Mass: 84 1:00pm: Mass: 94
Total: 438
Number of Parishioners and Friends present for
December 16th & December 17th
Saturday (Samedi) 5pm Mass: 68
Sunday (Dimanche): 9:00am Mass: 233 11:00am Mass: 94 1:00pm Mass: 136
Total: 531
Collections received for December 9th & December 10th
Tithing Envelopes: Saturday (Samedi)
5pm: $506.00
Sunday (Dimanche): 9:00am Mass: 2,267.00 11:00am Mass: $515.00 1:00pm: Mass: $943.00
Total = $4,231.00
Collections received for December 16th & December 17th
Tithing Envelopes: Saturday (Samedi)
5pm: $0.00
Sunday (Dimanche): 9:00am Mass: $0.00
11:00am Mass: $0.00 1:00pm Mass: $0.00
Total = $0.00
Currently we have 1,400 registered parishioners
SUNDAY OFFERINGS
2017 Annual Catholic Appeal
Diocese of Brooklyn ! Annual Catholic Appeal 2017 Live in Faith Give in Love
Our Parish Goal: $54,704.00 Amount Pledged: $60,871.28
Received: $54,701.28 Donors: 206
Amount of Goal Received 89.86%
SCHOOL NEWS
December 24, 31 Weekly Offerings
December 25 Catholic Charities
December 31 Second Collection
January 1st Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother
of God
Currently the collection decreased by $2,303.00 across the week’s indicated above.
VOTIVE CANDLES
Attention Parishioners, We are sorry to inform you that the votive candles around the church are Out of Order. Once again sorry for the inconvenience . If you wish to donate funds toward getting new ones for the church, please feel free to do so. If you are using a plain envelope, please put Votive Candle Donation
with your name, address and envelope number. Please note that the price range for one votive candle can go from $3,000–$5,000. Please be generous.
ST. THERESE OF LISIEUX FOOD PANTRY
will be open on Tuesdays from 10:30AM–12:30PM.
Catherine of Genoa~ St. Therese of Lisieux
Catholic Academy Forming a Lens for Learning, Living and Leading
2017-2018 UPK Registration is Open
2 Seats Available! All of our many programs are offered in a faith-based,
safe, nurturing environment FREE Morning Care and Breakfast
After School Program Latin and Greek Root Challenge
Music, Fine Arts and Honors Programs
We’re saving a seat for you !
Schedule a personal tour of St Catherine of Genoa ~ St Therese of Lisieux
Catholic Academy with Principal Mrs. Jeanette Charles at 718.629.9330 4410 Avenue D, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Website: scgstl.org
DISCOVER AFFORDABLE EXCELLENCE
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FROM ST. THERESE OF LISIEUX AND
YOUR SERVANT LEADER
SALUS ANIMARUM SUPREMA LEX. A vicar forane, sometimes called a dean, is a priest appointed by the bishop in order to promote a common pastoral activity in
a region of the diocese and to provide spiritual and pastoral counsel to the other priests in that region.
PART 1: FR. MENDES’ STYLE OF WORKING
+ Model Servant Leadership—Modus Operandi + Transparency + Communication + S.M.A.R.T. Goals
CHRISTOCENTRIC. CHRIST IS THE CENTER OF MY MISSION.
PART 2: MINISTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW LITURGICAL YEAR
I am asking all ministries to: + submit your profiles in your binders with the names of each committee + Submit members names and contact information + Submit the times, when and where you meet + Submit your yearly calendar for 2018 + Submit your ministries S.M.A.R.T. Goals + Include your ministries budget for the year. + Include your Ministries Patron Saint + Each to focus on your own ministry and mission goals, and not to combine minis-
tries.