St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church •19855 Sherman Way • Winnetka, California Phone (818) 341-6634 • Fax (818) 341-3875 • www.sjwchurch.com • Email parish@sjwchurch.com

St. Joseph the Worker School • 19812 Cantlay Street • Winnetka, CA 91306-3005 • Phone (818) 341-6616 • www.saintjosephtheworkerschool.net

Parish Center Mailing Address • 19808 Cantlay Street • Winnetka, CA 91306-3005

Parish Center Hours: Mon.–Fri.: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00 –9:00 p.m. • Sat.: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Sun.: Closed

MISSION STATEMENT ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER is a Eucharistic community of believers commissioned through our Baptism to share the Gospel message of Jesus Christ with all people. Out of our diversity we create unity through respect for every person, common celebrations, sacramental worship, Christian education of all ages, and outreach programs.

MASSES Saturday 8:30 a.m., 5:30 p.m. (Vigil) English Sunday 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 a.m. English 1:30, 7:30 p.m. Spanish 5:30 p.m. Vietnamese Monday - Friday 6:30, 8:30 a.m. English Holy Days 6:30 p.m. (Vigil) English 6:30, 8:30 a.m., 6:45 p.m. English 5:30 p.m. Vietnamese 8:00 p.m. Spanish

PASTORAL STAFF Pastor Rev. Kevin Rettig

Associate Pastor Rev. Hugo Neyra

Associate Pastor Rev. Francis Ty Bui

Deacon Dn. Heriberto Vega

School Principal Sr. Barbara Joseph Wilson, CSJ

Music and Liturgy Director Sr. Angela Faustina, CSJ

Faith Formation Director Bill Sparks

Confirmation and Youth Ministry Dinh Phan

Religious Education Karina Villanueva

Business Manager Mike Stafford

Parish Secretary Angela Escobar

WELCOME! We are pleased that you have chosen to worship here today and hope you will find this community a place where your faith can be nourished. For information about our parish, visit the Parish Center or www.sjwchurch.com.

St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church •19855 Sherman Way • Winnetka, California Phone (818) 341-6634 • Fax (818) 341-3875 • www.sjwchurch.com • Email parish@sjwchurch.com

St. Joseph the Worker School • 19812 Cantlay Street • Winnetka, CA 91306-3005 • Phone (818) 341-6616 • www.sjwschool.net

Parish Center Mailing Address • 19808 Cantlay Street • Winnetka, CA 91306-3005

Parish Center Hours: Mon.–Fri.: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00 –9:00 p.m. • Sat.: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Sun.: Closed

MISSION STATEMENT ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER is a Eucharistic community of believers commissioned through our Baptism to share the Gospel message of Jesus Christ with all people. Out of our diversity we create unity through respect for every person, common celebrations, sacramental worship, Christian education of all ages, and outreach programs.

MASSES Saturday 8:30 a.m., 5:30 p.m. (Vigil), English Sunday 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 a.m., English 1:30, 7:30 p.m., Spanish 4:00 p.m., Vietnamese Monday - Friday 6:30, 8:30 a.m., English First Friday: 7:30 p.m., Spanish Holy Days 6:30 p.m. (Vigil), English 6:30, 8:30 a.m., 6:45 p.m., English 5:30 p.m., Vietnamese 8:00 p.m., Spanish

PASTORAL STAFF Pastor Rev. Beto Villalobos

Associate Pastor Rev. Emmanuel Effiong Bassey

Associate Pastor Rev. Thuan Nguyen

Deacon Dn. Augusto “Gus” Mora

School Principal CJ Kruska

Faith Formation Director Bill Sparks

Youth Ministry and Confirmation J.P. Fernandez

Religious Education Karina Villanueva

Business Manager Mike Stafford

Parish Secretary Angela Escobar

WELCOME! We are pleased that you have chosen to worship here today and hope you will find this community a place where your faith can be nourished. Visit the Parish Center or www.sjwchurch.com.

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READINGS OF THE WEEK

Monday: 1 Sm 1:1-8; Ps 116:12-19; Mk 1:14-20 Tuesday: 1 Sm 1:9-20; 1 Sm 2:1, 4-8abcd; Mk 1:21-28 Wednesday: 1 Sm 3:1-10, 19-20; Ps 40:2, 5, 7-10; Mk 1:29-39 Thursday: 1 Sm 4:1-11; Ps 44:10-11, 14-15, 24-25; Mk 1:40-45 Friday: 1 Sm 8:4-7, 10-22a; Ps 89:16-19; Mk 2:1-12 Saturday: 1 Sm 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1a; Ps 21:2-7; Mk 2:13-17 Sunday: Is 49:3, 5-6; Ps 40:2, 4, 7-10; 1 Cor 1:1-3; Jn 1:29-34

MASS INTENTIONS To have a Mass said for a loved one or for another inten-tion, stop by the Parish Center to make arrangements. Sunday January 12 7:30 a.m. SJW Parishioners (Intentions) 9:30 a.m. Harry Burnelle (RIP) 11:30 a.m. Victor Abijay (RIP) 1:30 p.m. Pedro Silvio Vaccari (RIP) 4:00 p.m. Giuse Vu Huy (RIP) 7:30 p.m. Mary Ann Carbajal (RIP) Monday January 13 6:30 a.m. Thun Pham (RIP) 8:30 a.m. Dionisio Alejandro, Sr. (RIP) Tuesday January 14 6:30 a.m. Joseph Thua Do (RIP) 8:30 a.m. Maria Cao & John Bastista (RIP) Wednesday January 15 6:30 a.m. Letty Alviar (RIP) 8:30 a.m. Toñita Castro (RIP) Thursday January 16 6:30 a.m. Uyen Hoang (RIP) 8:30 a.m. Norma Ganley (RIP) Friday January 17 6:30 a.m. Ana Yen (RIP) 8:30 a.m. Dellie Abad (Thanksgiving) Saturday January 18 8:30 a.m. Mike Ornelaz (RIP) 5:30 p.m. Mary Lee Baker (RIP) Sunday January 19 7:30 a.m. Elizabeth Tumaru Paje (RIP) 9:30 a.m. SJW Parishioners (Intentions) 11:30 a.m. Julia Angeles Santos (RIP) 1:30 p.m. Maria Dolores Rivas (RIP) 4:00 p.m. Martha Than Nguyen (RIP) 7:30 p.m. Raul Ferruzo Leon (RIP)

INFANT JESUS OF PRAGUE Everyone is welcome to the celebration of the 9-Hour Novena to the Infant Jesus of Prague on Saturday, January 25, beginning at 7:00 a.m. here at St. Joseph the Worker Church. We’ll see you then. SPECIAL NOTICE Due to the Infant Jesus of Prague 9-Hour Novena on Saturday, January 25, the 8:30 a.m. Mass will be in the Conference Center Hall and the 3:30 p.m. Confessions will be cancelled that day.

THIS IS MY BELOVED SON This Sunday’s celebration of the Baptism of the Lord closes the Christ-mas season. In the scriptures we see one more epiphany, or manifesta-tion, of the Spirit of God in Jesus—but this time it is as an adult, rather than as a child. Jesus’ baptism also serves as the inauguration of his prophetic mission and the messianic age. Today’s reading from Isaiah describes God’s chosen Messiah, upon whom God’s spirit rests. In the Acts of the Apostles Peter says that “God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power” (Acts 10:38). Finally, in the proclamation from Matthew’s Gospel Jesus’ bap-tism in water goes almost unnoticed. The crucial moment comes when the Spirit of God comes upon Jesus and a voice from heaven echoes the words of Isaiah: “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased” (Matthew 3:17). Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Valentine’s cards have appeared at the shopping mall, but in the Church it is still Christmas. Today’s feast spun off from Epiphany. Originally, a blessing of holy water was an important feature of the Epiphany feast, and in the Greek Church, this was a day for leaping into the sea in grateful recollection of baptism. The gratitude may not be quite as profound among the Orthodox Christians who have to chop holes in the ice to plunge into the waters! Still, there are few better days to celebrate a baptism, and to plunge our hands into the waters of the font. Jesus found the waters of the Jordan irresistible because of what had been done in those waters: peo-ple had confessed their sins, and had acknowledged their need to be forgiven and healed. Today, we are the people in the water, and Christ comes to be with us. You won’t have to chop a hole in the ice to cele-brate your baptism. A beautiful bowl of water on the table tonight, a toast with sparkling water at dinner, or even a leap into the shower with a sign of the cross and a prayer of thanksgiving will suffice! —James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

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DEVOTIONS/PRAYER GROUPS Rosary Monday–Saturday 9:00 a.m. (Church) Eucharistic Adoration Wednesday 8:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m. (SJW Chapel) First Friday 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. (SJW Chapel) Grupo de Oración Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Charismatic Prayer Group Thursday 7:00 p.m. (Church) Our Lady of Perpetual Help Wednesday 6:00 p.m. (SJW Chapel)

SACRAMENTS Confessions Saturday 3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Confirmation Process (Grades 8th - 12th) Year One – Bimonthly Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 pm OR Sundays 9:30 - 11:00 am Year Two – Bimonthly Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 pm OR Sundays 9:30 - 11:00 am

Information: JP Fernandez, ext. 1018

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Information: Bill Sparks, ext. 1012. See also page 4. Baptisms, Weddings, Funerals Call the Parish Center.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK This sacrament of healing is received by those who are seriously ill, approaching serious surgery, or near death. Please contact the Parish Center to arrange a conven-ient time. If a parishioner who has not been anointed is near death, please call the Parish Center at any hour.

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PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK Giordano Bruno, Samoila Yamin, Maria Romera, Angeli-ca Markosian, Antony Jawiche, Nahle and Tony Yamin, Negme and Ilie Setha, Salustia and Paul Maxim, Julie Nguyen, Noel Columbres, Gilbert Gonzalez, Meilani Her Sandan, Patricia de Guzman Flores, Adorable Manabat, Ana Carmen Gonzalez, Romy and Lulu Calub, Jorge Her-nandez, Christian Chua, Gerardo Ayala, Jorge Hernan-dez, Jerry Johnson, Brenda Perez Vazquez, Patricia Bra-nagan, Alan Byrne, Ernie Estrada, Shane C. Angus, Cyn-thia M. Molina, Rahme, Wendy and Lisa Pelamati, Lisa Grady, Thelma Foley, Dayne Adams, Nancy Storm. If you have a loved one or friend in our parish community who would like a visit from a Eucharistic Minister to the Sick please call the Parish Center.

GIFT SHOP Our Gift shop is open on Sundays 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Great gifts for any occasion!

CONTRIBUTION STATEMENT If you would like a contribution statement for the year 2019, please call the Parish Center (818) 341-6634. We will be happy to send one to you.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION We invite you to be in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament every Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Center chapel. In addition to Wednesdays, there is adoration every First Friday of the month in the chapel at 7:00 p.m.

FROM DEATH TO NEW LIFE Your prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of:

Irma Le Duff, wife of Ernie Le Duff

CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP The St Joseph the Worker Charismatic Group invites everyone to attend a Healing Service on Thursday, January 16, with Fr. Bill Delaney at 7:30 p.m. following praise and worship. All are welcome!

ST VINCENT DE PAUL NEWS Your food donation is very well appreciated. Please bring the items to the Parish Center at any time. When making donations to the needy of the parish in the blue envelopes located in the pews, please make checks payable to: The St. Vincent de Paul Society. For those in need, please call the St. Vincent de Paul voicemail at (818) 213-1067.

SJW MEMORIAL SOCIETY St. Joseph the Worker Memorial Society is intended as a meaningful and beautiful way for persons to remember their beloved deceased or to express their condolences to friends who have lost a loved one. Persons enrolled in the Memorial Society will share in the spiritual benefits of special Masses and prayers offered throughout the year, every year. A Mass is offered for those enrolled every first Saturday of the month at our 8:30 a.m. Mass. The enrollment list is kept in the Parish Center and is accessible during office hours. Each memorial is presented in a hand-some leatherette folder, containing an enrollment card where the name of the person remembered is inscribed, along with the person who en-rolled the deceased. The leatherette folder with personalized enrollment card is particularly suitable on the occasion of a death, to bring to a viewing or funeral, or to send as an anniversary remembrance. Call the Parish Center to make arrangements.

Weekly Goal 01-05-20 Last Year Change

$20,000 $14,555 $16,979 -14.3%

PRAY FOR YOUR PARISH FINANCES Bring your full tithe to the church so there will be ample provisions in my Church. Test me in this and see if I don't open up heaven itself to you and pour out blessings beyond your wildest dreams. (Malachi 3:10)

2019 Env $6,811 (46.8%) E-giving $2,069 (14.2%) 2018 Env $7,002 (41.2%) E-giving $1,499 ( 8.8%) Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Mass Collections = This year $19,457 vs. last year $21,493 (-9.5%) YTD Christmas July-December = $22,033 vs. $27,051 (-18.6%)

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Office Hours: Monday – Thursday, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Information: Karina Villanueva, ext. 1016. Schedule of Classes Elementary Grades 1–5 English Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m. or Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Elementary Grades 1–5 Spanish Saturday, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Middle School Grades 6–8 English Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Special Education Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.–7:45 p.m. Elementary and High School (Vietnamese) Sunday, 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

RCIA (RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS) Curious about Catholicism and want to know more? Inter-ested in becoming a Catholic? Would you like to receive the Sacraments of Initiation?

Information: Bill Sparks, ext. 1012. Inquiry Classes Adults (English) St. Therese of Lisieux/St. Martin de Porres Conference Rooms Sunday 11:00 a.m. Adults and Youth or Teens (Spanish) St. Therese of Lisieux/St. Martin de Porres Conference Rooms Friday 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Adults (Vietnamese) St. Therese of Lisieux/St. Martin de Porres Conference Rooms Monday 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Youth or Teen 12-18 years (English) Parish Center Dining Room Two Wednesdays a month 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Children 7-12 years (English) St. Therese of Lisieux/St. Martin de Porres Conference Rooms Two Wednesdays a month 6:30 p.m. –7:30 p.m. Children 7-12 years (Spanish) Parish Center Dining Room

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We incorporate our Catholic faith into all aspects of our students’ learning to develop well-educated students who will serve others as Jesus Christ taught us to serve.

To set up an appointment, take a tour, and become part of our parish school please contact Mr. Kruska

Phone – (818) 341-6616 Email – Mr.Kruska@sjwschool.net

SJW YOUTH MINISTRY “Serve The Lord With Joy” – St. Dominic Savio

“Like” us on Facebook: SJW Youth Ministry

What is Youth Ministry? “It is the response of the Christian community to the needs of young people, and the sharing of the unique gifts of youth with the larger community” (Renewing the Vision, USCCB).

Confirmation Year 1:

Sunday, January 12 , 9:30 am. to 11:00 a.m. (YM Room): “Jesus Christ: Our Redeemer”

Tuesday, January 21, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Hall) OR Sunday, January 26, 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (YM Room): “The Resurrection of Jesus”

Sunday, January 26, 11:30 a.m. Mass (Church): Ritual of Promise (Candidates & Sponsor)

Confirmation Year 2:

Tuesday, January 14, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Hall) OR Sunday, January 19, 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (YM Room): “Why do I have to go to Mass?” (Encountering Jesus in the Eucharist)

Tuesday, January 28, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Hall) OR Sunday, February 2, 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (YM Room): “What does it mean to say, I do?” (Marriage, a Sign of God’s Love).

Youth Ministry:

Saturday, January 18, starting at 11:00 a.m. (La Placita/Olvera St. to LA State Historic Park): One Life LA, Walk for Life

Saturday, January 25, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Church & Hall): Santo Niño Celebration

Youth Ministry during their Christmas Party: The youth collected canned goods for St. Vincent de Paul’s Social Justice Work and donated more than $1,000 for

the Together in Mission appeal. The youth also helped in the Christmas wrapping and distribution of gifts to the community.

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IN THE COMMUNITY

RESPECT LIFE Crisis Pregnancy Hotline (800) 973-7334 Abortion Recovery Help (877) 467-3463; www.rachelsvineyard.org Angels Way Maternity Home (818) 346-2229

VALLEY FAMILY CENTER We are located in the city of San Fernando. All services are in English/Spanish. Counseling services include: Marriage, family and child. Special groups: Teen girls, children 5 - 12, children of divorced couples, victims of abuse, children’s bereavement group, parenting educa-tional classes, domestic violence perpetrator groups (as needed) Sliding scale fees. Call (818) 365-8588.

TELEVISED SUNDAY MASS A televised Sunday Mass is now airing on ABC Family Channel from 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. each Sunday morn-ing. The Sunday Mass is produced by the Passionist Fa-thers and Brothers out of New York City and is available nationally on local affiliates. Too early for you? Tape it or Tivo it! For more information consult the website at www.TheSundayMass.org.

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RETROUVAILLE - MARRIAGE HELP Retrouvaille has helped tens of thousands of couples at all stages of disillusionment or misery in their marriage. This program can help you too. For confidential infor-mation about, or to register for the next program call (661) 257-7980; ornelasdachs@sbcglobal.net; HelpOurMarriage.com

SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN Scope out your local playground Children love playgrounds — so much space to explore and play — and so do parents – a great way to burn off energy! But before you send your children on their way, consider a few safety tips. Watch out for drawstrings and loose-fitting clothing. They can get caught and snagged in cracks or crevices on play equipment. Go over playground rules, both the posted ones and the ones for your own family. When you get there, check the equipment for any breaks or cracks that could be hazardous. Make sure you know the age recommendations for equipment. For more safety tips, get a copy of the VIRTUS® article “Playground Safety Considerations” at http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/protecting/Pages/VIRTUS-Current-Online-Articles.aspx.

TV MASS FOR THE HOMEBOUND KDOC channel 56 at 9:00 a.m. Is someone you love unable to join us at church? For the faithful at home or in healthcare settings, the Heart of the Nation Sunday TV Mass brings spiritual comfort and the blessings of joy-filled hope in our Risen Savior. Please invite anyone you know who cannot get out to church to tune in Catholic Mass on TV or watch online anytime on Sundays at www.HeartoftheNation.org. (For those who can get to church, the TV or online liturgy does not fulfill the Sunday Mass obligation.)

CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREPARATORY H.S. The Entrance Exam will be administered on two dates: January 18 and January 25 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. An online application for admission and the application fee should be on file with the school at chaminade.org/apply. If you have questions or would like more information please call the Admissions office at (818) 347-8300.

SINH HOẠT GIÁO XỨ

LỜI CHÚA TRONG TUẦN 13-01 ĐẾN 19-01 Thứ hai 13-01:

Trang: 622-624 Thứ ba 14-01:

Trang: 626-628

Thứ tư 15-01:

Trang: 629-631

Thứ năm 16-01:

Trang: 633-635 Thứ sáu 17-01: nhớ thánh An-tôn, Viện Phụ Trang: 636-639 Thứ bẩy 18-01: Trang: 640-642 Chúa nhật 19-01: Chúa nhật thứ II-Mùa Thường Niên Trang: 642-645

NEW ON THE PARISH WEBSITE We have posted on the parish website new videos for you to enjoy. There is one of parish events during the month of November, featuring All Saints Day, All Souls Day, and Thanksgiving, and another presenta-tion on our Advent and Christmas Masses and celebrations. In addition to these new videos, there is an archive of presentations about major parish events going back to 2015.

Go to the parish website – www.sjwchurch.com – and click on “Parish Life in Pictures.”

CHARISMATIC PRAYER MINISTRY Healing Mass on Monday, January 20, at 7:00 p.m. St. Rose of Lima - 1305 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley 93063 Celebrant: Fr. Luis Estrada Deacon: Peter Wilson Parish contact number: (805) 526-1732

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LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: 1 Sm 1:1-8; Sal 116 (115):12-19; Mc 1:14-20 Martes: 1 Sm 1:9-20; 1 Sm 2:1, 4-8abcd; Mc 1:21-28 Miércoles: 1 Sm 3:1-10, 19-20; Sal 40 (39):2, 5, 7-10; Mc 1:29-39 Jueves: 1 Sm 4:1-11; Sal 44 (43):10-11, 14-15, 24-25; Mc 1:40-45 Viernes: 1 Sm 8:4-7, 10-22a; Sal 89 (88):16-19; Mc 2:1-12 Sábado: 1 Sm 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1a; Sal 21 (20):2-7; Mc 2:13-17 Domingo: Is 49:3, 5-6; Sal 40 (39):2, 4, 7-10; 1 Cor 1:1-3; Jn 1:29-34

REQUISITOS PARA LA CELEBRACION DE UNA MISA DE QUINCE AÑOS 1. Reunirse con la secretaria parroquial o llamarla al (818) 341-6634, ext. 1003 para hacer arreglos no antes de 5 meses de la fecha deseada.

2. Presentar una copia u original de los certificados de Bautismo y Pri-mera Comunión.

3. Deben estar ya confirmadas, en el programa de confirmación o mos-trar prueba de que están registradas, ANTES DE QUE UNA FECHA PUE-DA SER RESERVADA.

4. Asistir a misa regularmente.

5. La familia debe ser feligrés de la iglesia San José Obrero, ya sea por-que vive dentro de los límites de nuestra parroquia, o es miembro re-gistrado.

6. Bajo circunstancias especiales, podemos considerar familias de otras parroquias, si la fecha deseada está disponible. La cuota para los que no son feligreses es lo que su propia parroquia cobre por una misa de quinceañera.

7. Requerimos un depósito no reembolsable de $200 para reservar la fecha.

GRUPO DE ORACIÓN El Grupo de Oración te invita todos los miércoles a las 7:00 p.m. en el Salón Parroquial. Tenemos oración en el Espíritu Santo, testimonios, prédicas y alabanzas. Si te sientes cansado de los problemas de la vida diaria, ven y entrégaselos a Jesús, El tiene la solución. Ven a despertar al Espíritu Santo que vive dormido en ti, él quiere consolarte, guiarte y enseñarte el camino de la felicidad.

PROTEGIENDO A LOS NIÑOS Investigue su parque infantil local A los niños les encantan los parques infantiles, pues hay mucho espacio para explorar y para jugar, y lo mismo sucede con los padres de familia, ¡pues es un lugar donde los niños pueden quemar energía! Pero antes de enviar a sus hijos al parque, considere unos cuantos consejos de seguridad. Pongal atención a los cordones de zapatos sueltos o ropa floja de sus hijos. Estos se pueden enredar en rajaduras de los juegos. Repase las reglas del parque infantil, las que están en Internet y las que usted tenga para su familia. Cuando usted llegue al parque, revise el equipo de juego para ver si está que-brado o si tiene rajaduras que pudieran ser peligrosas. Asegúrese de conocer las recomendaciones del equipo en cuanto a las edades. Para más consejos de seguri-dad, obtenga una copia del artículo de VIRTUS® “Playground Safety Considerations” (Consideraciones de seguridad en los parques infantiles), en http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/protecting/Pages/VIRTUS-Current-Online-Articles.aspx.

ESTUDIO BÍBLICO El Grupo de Biblia de nuestra parroquia San José Obrero les hace una cordial invitación para estudiar el curso de Hechos de los Apóstoles, las 21 cartas y el Apocalipsis comenzando el jueves 16 de enero hasta el 4 de junio, de 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Vengan a las clases y tendrán la oportunidad de conocer más la palabra de Dios. Las clases son gratis y su cupo es limitado. Para más información llame a Ismael (818) 355-4476

ESTE ES MI HIJO MUY AMADO Con la celebración del Bautismo del Señor este domingo concluye el tiempo de Navidad. En las lecturas vemos más de una epifanía o mani-festación del Espíritu de Dios en Jesús, sólo que esta vez ya no como niño, sino como adulto. El Bautismo de Jesús es también la inaugura-ción de su misión profética y de la era mesiánica. En la lectura de hoy Isaías describe al Mesías elegido por Dios sobre el cual ha puesto su Espíritu. En los Hechos de los Apóstoles Pedro dice que “Dios ungió con el poder del Espíritu Santo a Jesús de Naza-ret” (Hechos 10:38). Finalmente, en las proclamación del Evangelio de Mateo el Bautismo de Jesús en el agua casi pasa desapercibido. El mo-mento crucial ocurre cuando el Espíritu de Dios desciende sobre Jesús y una voz del cielo viene como un eco de las palabras de Isaías: “Éste es mi Hijo muy amado, en quien tengo mis complacencias” (Mateo 3:17). Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

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BULLETIN AND MASS ANNOUNCEMENTS The deadline (strictly observed) for submission of Bulle-tin and Mass announcements is the previous Monday at noon. Deliver a copy of the bulletin or Mass announce-ment to the Parish Center or email it to Angela Escobar: angela_escobar4@hotmail.com. To submit a photo to accompany the bulletin text, send a digital file (jpeg or TIF), color or black/white, 300 dpi. See the front cover for the parish mailing address and fax number. For more information please contact Angela Escobar, (818) 341-6634, ext. 1003.

PARISH REGISTRATION To promote a spirit of belonging, we encourage all who worship here to become registered parishioners. Having registered makes the process much easier when it is time for infant baptism, school or religious education enrollment, weddings, when asked to be a baptismal or confirmation sponsor, and funerals. Simply attending Mass here does not make you a registered parishioner. Please call or visit the Parish Center to request a regis-tration form or complete the form online at the parish website: www.sjwchurch.com. Also, please contact the Parish Center if you have a new address or phone num-ber. The staff is able to serve you better if the parish records are accurate.

REQUESTING USE OF PARISH FACILITIES Parish and School groups that would like to reserve any facility in the parish must contact Angela Escobar in the Parish Center (818) 341-6634, ext. 1003. Only rooms reserved in advance are open. If your group needs to cancel a reservation, please let Angela know so that the room can be made available to another group. Also, if your group needs a particular room arrangement, please bring a copy of the requested floor plan to the Parish Center a week ahead.

WHERE THERE’S A WILL THERE’S A WAY St. Joseph the Worker is a special place, where we are touched daily by God’s presence among us. Rooted in the legacy of our founding parishioners, we have become the dynamic faith community we cherish today. A gift to the future of our parish will support its spiritual richness and many good works for generations to come.

Please remember St. Joseph the Worker in your will or trust. To learn more about planned giving opportunities that can benefit St. Joseph the Worker, please contact the Parish Center or Kimberly Jetton, Planned Giving Manager, Archdiocese of Los Angeles; (213) 637-7504; plannedgiving@la-archdiocese.org.

To make a gift: Our correct legal title is: The Roman Cath-olic Archbishop of Los Angeles, A Corporation Sole, for the benefit of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church