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“Lord, every nation on earth will adore you.”
-Psalms 72
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Have you ever wondered why the world decided to use the calendaring system that is used today, more specifically, how did it come to be the year 2022 A.D.? I mean, hasn’t the world been around longer than just 2,000 years? Yes, the world has existed for much longer than that, so here’s a simple explanation about why it is that we are only in the year 2022.
First we need to understand that the acronym A.D. stands for Anno Domini, Latin for “in the year of the Lord.” Secondly, as Christians we profess that 2022 years ago at that first Christmas, a Savior was given to us, the birth of Jesus! The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.
Now we put those two things above together and we have “2022, in the year of the Lord”. Ok, I think I get it, but can you explain a little more?
Through the influence of the early Church, all the nations in the world today, as far as I, Father Peter, am aware of, now use this schedule which in turn honors our Lord. With the birth of our Savior, Jesus, a new beginning, a new start has been given to us and we show that by “resetting” time to year “0 A.D.”, the year Jesus was born, and every successive year after that reminds us that he is still with us and that this is his time.
This new beginning we received from his life reminds us to learn from our past, because history is important, but more importantly, that we continue to march forward with heads held high to live in the present well and strive for greatness, for excellence, for the future. That is, for heaven, eternity with Jesus.
In this new year of 2022, grow a little more in charity and holiness. Give thanks to Jesus for abiding with us and for the gift of time, which he has given that we may prepare ourselves for his Kingdom.
Let us make Jesus known and loved to all the world!
Also, the acronym, B.C. simply means, “before Christ.” So there’s everything that came before Jesus (B.C.), and now we have everything because of Jesus (A.D.).
Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!
Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for us!
-Fr Peter, letter to the faithful in the new year of 2022 A.D.
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Virtual Children's Liturgy of the Word
This week's theme: The Three Kings Arrive!
Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!
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Eucharistic Adoration
Monday-Friday: 2pm-12am
Life is busy. All the more reason to retreat to our Lord for rest, strength and to intercede for others. Spend some time with Jesus, truly present in the Eucharist.
We have a great need for adorers!!
“The time you spend with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament is the best time you will spend on earth. Each moment that you spend with Jesus will deepen your union with Him and make your soul everlastingly more glorious and beautiful in Heaven, and will help bring about everlasting peace on earth,” –St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta.
Adorers are in great need for Tuesdays, 10:00 p.m., Thursdays, 8:00 p.m. & 10:00
p.m., Fridays, 10:00 p.m. & 11:00 p.m. Consider being a substitute adorer or be a prayer partner for Wednesdays, 8:00 p.m. & Fridays, 2:00 p.m. Contact Barb Kleiter at 651-774-1172.
Please note there will be no adoration on December 31st.
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Homebound Communion Ministers Needed
We are hoping to start up our Homebound Communion Ministry again, but can only do it with your help. We have many parishioners who are homebound and/or shut-in and have requested to receive the Eucharist.
The beautiful responsibility of Our Homebound Communion Ministry is to bring Jesus to our homebound regularly, through the Eucharist and by spending some time with them in conversation.
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CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE
The Epiphany of the Lord
January 1-2, 5:00pm (Sat.), 9:30am (Sun.)
The Baptism of the Lord
January 8-9, 5:00pm (Sat.), 9:30am (Sun.)
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Presentation 55 Club Luncheon
The next Presentation 55 Club Luncheon is January 18 at noon at Blessed Sacrament Church. The menu is lasagna, salad, Italian bread with butter, and cake catered by Little Oven. Entertainment is a Personal Safety presentation by a police officer. Reservations should be made by
Friday, January 14 by calling Teri Garrity at 651-303-2145.
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Get your home blessed for the New Year! If you would like Father Peter to come bless your home in the new year, please contact the parish at 651-777-8116 or mail@presentationofmary.org to set up a time.
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Holiday Parish Office Hours
Closed on Monday, January 3rd.
New Church and School Websites
Take a look at our newly designed websites and share it with others!
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RCIA has begun.
Registration forms can be found on our website, in the parish office, or by contacting Kay Mottaz at
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Faith Formation
Faith Formation has started.
If you still need to sign up, registration forms and the schedule can be found here or picked up at the Parish Office. Questions? Email: fr.ly@presentationofmary.org.
Classes will resume next Sun, Jan 9th.
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Reconciliation Hours
Reconciliation/Prayer/Conversation
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:00-5:45pm
Saturdays from 4:00- 4:45pm
Also available by appointment.
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The Parish Annual Report for the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year is available.
Copies can be found at the Parish Center.
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Baby Items/Advent Collection
The Respect Life Committee is sponsoring a baby drive for Options for
Women East Life Care Center. From November 27th through January 2nd, we will collect baby items for moms in need and their infants newborn to size 2T. We
prefer that all donations be new, but we do accept gently-used clothing. Items can be placed in the crèche in the Kennard Street entrance or call the office if you need to drop items off outside of church times.
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Work at Presentation!
We are hiring!
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Auction Items Needed - Come on Down!
The Panther Pride Auction & Benefit will be here before we know it and we are collecting items to be used in the auction.
Do you have something you'd like to donate? Item ideas are: theme baskets, gift cards to restaurants, hotels, or experiences, cabin rentals, a hosted meal, wine, beer, or spirits, and so much more!
Any donated items can be brought to the school or parish office. Questions? Contact Sam Rita.
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Click the image to see the latest pics and posts on the school Facebook page. |
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Click the image to read the latest Panther Post School Newsletter. |
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Come to the Drive-In!
Park your car, come in the church and head to the Reconciliation Room with the lit candle.
Tues & Thurs: 5:00-5:45pm
Sat: 4:00-4:45pm
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Pastoral Care
Presentation of Mary is here for you!
Conversation, prayer requests, resources...? Please ask.
All information will remain confidential.
Contact the Parish Office at
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Prayer, Participation, and Generosity |
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Troop/Pack 461 Scouts are teaming up with Presentation’s HEO (Help Each Other) for the weekend of 2/5/22 to collect additional non-perishable food items. This promotion will benefit the Salvation Army, Maplewood. Just bring your donations as usual to the weekend Mass. We will have many strong helpers to deliver the food so be as generous with your donations as you would like! We appreciate your participation and generosity. Together we can fight hunger!
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Retirement Fund for Religious Collection
The Retirement Fund for Religious collection addresses the profound deficit in retirement savings among US religious congregations. It also helps provide assessment tools, educational programming, services, and resources that promote quality eldercare and help religious communities plan for long-term retirement needs. Donation envelopes for this fund will be inserted into bulletins this weekend and will also be located at church entrances. Please prayerfully consider donating.
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Stewardship
Amidst this pandemic, I have been very edified by the generous outpouring of love and support from our community. Thank you!
If you would like to switch over to e-giving, click on the image to sign up.
Questions? Please contact the parish:
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Loaves & Fishes
The Loaves & Fishes collection will be taken this weekend. Please drop donations in the canisters located at all the entrances. Your financial support allows us to purchase the food which we prepare and serve monthly, at Dorothy Day.
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2021 Catholic Services Appeal
The 2021 Catholic Services Appeal is getting ready to roll out for this year. The 2021 theme is “Together in Hope” which is most fitting in these challenging times. This Appeal is wonderful as it reminds us that as a Christian people, we are one family in faith, who need Jesus first and foremost in our lives, as well as one another. Your participation will help support ministries that serve the poor, support life and strengthen our Faith.
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Website: Check Mass times, read latest news, sign up for online giving, etc. |
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Bulletin: Read the latest issue and subscribe to the online version. |
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Facebook: Watch livestream Mass & see what our community is up to. |
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Presentation of Mary Church | Website
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