MASS TIMES Saturday 4:00 PM Vigil Sunday 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM 11:30 AM & 5:30 PM Weekdays Monday & Wednesday, 8:30 AM Friday 8:00 AM Tuesday & Wednesday 6:15 AM SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Monday & Wednesday 8:15 AM Tuesday & Wednesday 6:00 AM Saturdays 2:45 PM—3:30 PM All others times by appointment only. BAPTISMS Please call the parish office in the early months of pregnancy. WEDDINGS Contact parish priest at least six months prior to anticipated date of wedding. CARE OF THE SICK Notify the parish office of homebound and hospitalized. PRAYER REQUESTS Contact Mrs. Theresa Himel at 755.3709 or email at sjvprayerline@aol.com

PARISH OFFICE Phone 753.7950 Fax 753.7965 Website www.stjeanvianney.org E-Mail churchinfo@stjeanvianney.org Hours Monday thru Thursday 8:30 AM—6:00 PM Friday 8:30 AM—4:00 PM RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE Phone 751. 2926 Hours Monday thru Friday 9:00 AM—4:00 PM SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY OFFICE Phone 751. 0502 Hours Monday thru Friday 9:00 AM—4:00 PM SJV PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Phone 751.1831 Hours Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM—4:00 PM PRESCHOOL Phone 752.5356 Hours Monday thru Friday 9:15 AM—2:00 PM

16166 S. Harrell’s Ferry Road Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816

PARISH STAFF Pastor Rev. Tom Ranzino Deacon Rev. Mr. Brent Duplessis Deacon Rev. Mr. Dan Borne Director of Religious Education Mrs. Denise Louviere Religious Education Assistant Mrs. Betty Wright Director of Youth Ministry Mr. Craig Baker Receptionists/Secretaries Ms. Belinda Smith Mrs. Mickie Marchiafava Director of Social Responsibility Mrs. Lori Aucoin Facilities Manager Mr. Terry Blackwell Music Director Mrs. Karen Ullo SJV School Principal Ms. Wendy Gilmore Assistant Principal Mrs. Cherie Robinson Assistant Principal Ms. Theresa Cannon Director of Preschool Mrs. Amie Williams Asst. Dir. of Preschool Mrs. Dana Sunseri

LAGNIAPPE The Holy Family Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, December 30, 2012

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT Our mission as the Body of Christ in the parish of St. Jean Vianney is to model the love of Jesus by discerning and doing God’s will, consciously Sharing the Word and Eucharist at worship, educating in faith all ages, evangelizing our parishioners for Christ’s mission, and serving justly God’s people, our sisters and brothers within our parish boundaries, our larger Baton Rouge community, and into the world.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!

ALL THE DAYS OF 2012 AT ST JEAN VIANNEY PARISH

This New Year 2013 is our parish entrance into our 37th year and our Diocese’s 52nd year. How many cycles of time we pass through each day, month, year and this past year of 2012 were no different? We marked the liturgical calendar, the ministry calendar, the school calendar, the political calendar, the financial calendar. God was at the center of all these intense times of activity. During 2012, the sacramental calendar observed the welcoming into the faith of the Church through Baptism 43 infants and 11 adults and fully initiated people. 35 children received First Communion; 47 young people were confirmed in faith; 6 couples celebrated the Sacrament of Marriage; 45 lives were remembered through the Order of Christian Funerals; hundreds were consoled through the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. Following another calendar, young parishioners completed their Pre-School days, their grade school days, their high school days, and their college days. In yet another calendar, two on campus parish retreats for men and women were held through Christ Renews His Parish. Our parish focusing on the Year of Faith began in the Fall and will continue through 2013. We have used two of the seven segments, Where is God in My Life and Does God Have a Plan for Me?? Fr. Philip Chircop sj led the parish in the annual Parish Mission Unwrapping the Gift of Faith. A Lenten Retreat day was held and spiritual direction was offered throughout the year with various Directors. The Parish Capital Campaign has been underway since the late Spring of 2012. The first of the three part goals of the Campaign, the elimination of all parish debt was successfully accomplished in September 2012. As of this writing, the Campaign has raised very close to $2 million in pledges. The goal remains ahead of $3 million to build a covered walk way for Church and a parish Gymnasium. Sacramental preparation was offered to parents who sought Baptism, parents and children preparing for First Reconciliation continued inside bulletin

LIFE TOGETHER Dear Friends, Blessed New Year ahead! The celebration of Mary the Mother of God, a Holy Day of Obligation January 1st, accentuates our Catholic observance of the coming New Year. Since we believe in a Christian View of time, time is not cyclical, but has a beginning and end. While we are experiencing annu-al events that makes time “feel” cyclical, in truth, we are doing some “circular, familiar observances” throughout A year that passes, moving towards times end in a future of which we do not know. All this sounds rather deep {?} yet, marking the New Year is a lot about gumbo, football and time with family. So, enjoy The New Year festivities and remember the Lord on this special day by coming to Mass either for the 4:00pm Vigil, or the Masses on New Year’s Day at 7:30 or 9:30am. Its still not too late to consider an End of the Year financial gift to the parish. This has obvious tax benefits for you and the parish would be very grateful for this support. If you have yet to make a gift to the Capital Campaign here is a means to do so; or if you have already made a pledge, you could consider making another gift as well. Please call the parish Office and speak with Debbie Daigle, and she would be happy to assist you with your plans. Any gift would be most welcome. There are some parishioners who have already indicated that they will remember St. Jean Vianney in their wills. This is a great vote of confidence in the future of the parish and could impact the parish in a significant way. Over the years, a number of Catholic Churches in our diocese have received these remembrances in wills from their parishioners and these have created opportunities for ministries that were not possible before. So, as you come to the end of a year and think about the future remember St. Jean Vianney in your will. Contact me and let’s talk. The second of a seven part series on the Year of Faith, called Does God Have A Plan For My Life is now available. Small Faith Communities will be using this second DVD series for one of their sessions in the coming weeks . There will be a Morning of Reflection for all parishioners from 9:00-Noon, on Saturday Jan-uary 12, in the Library and Church, led by Fr. Jerry Burns on Does God Have A Plan For My Life. There will also be a Liturgical Minister’s Spiritual Formation evening around this same topic on Tuesday, January 22, 7:00-8:30pm. We begin our consideration of the second phase of parish Stewardship life, Financial Stewardship during the month of January.

I look forward to celebrating New Year’s with you at Mass. Lots to pray for….. Love,

Continued form cover and First Communion, and parents and young adults preparing for Confirmation. Marriage preparation was offered to the engaged. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults was offered year-round. Certification courses were offered on campus to benefit our catechists/ teachers in Religious Education, our Parish School and Parish Pre School. A successful Auction and Raffle was held by the School; the Men’s Club did their work days and held a successful Christmas Dance. The KC’s followed their charity work calendar in the parish and in the larger community. The KC’s, CDA’s and Parish Community Life Commission partnered in the annual Parish Family Day Picnic. Community Life also held Fishing with Mom and Dad and the Dads and Daughters Dance. All three phases of parish Stewardship were completed. A fourth JUST FAITH group of parishioners began their studies of Catholic social justice teachings. Our parish continues to actively participate with other churches and civic institutions to form Together Baton Rouge, seeking to create a better Baton Rouge. Through this effort the parish will Participate in a Contextual Scripture Study. Musicians offered their skills and other liturgical ministers served daily and weekly all through the liturgical year. Direct services were offered to the needy. Prayers were offered at all hours of the day and night through the Parish Prayer Line. We again survived what appears to be the final year [yeah!] of road construction. ☺ We survived Hurricane Isaac [Boo]. What lies in the future? Who knows? We know God will be faithful, come what may. Happy and Blest New Year 2013!!!!!!

Giving Is Planned In almost every significant endeavor in life, planning is an important part of the process. That is certainly true in

regard to our finances. Before serious spending, we research options and we plan. To make sure we can save for future needs, we plan. In the same way, please take the time to prayerfully consider your involvement in this important stewardship effort—well ahead of time. Wise giving to the needs of this parish should be planned

Parish Stewardship Summary

Fiscal Year to Date July 1, 2012 - December 16, 2012

Due to the Christmas and New Year Holidays you stewardship will be in the week of Jan. 13th.

The boy Jesus remained behind in Jerusalem but his parents did not know it. They found him in the tem-ple, in the midst of the teachers

(Luke 2:41-52). Lector: Proclaiming the Word of God at Mass. Scheduled on monthly basis. [Formation required.]

Goal Amt. Rec’d

Year to date Offertory

592,726.00 602,503.00

Weekly Offertory

30,226.00 24,068.05

TOTAL STEWARDSHIP BE GENEROUS, READY TO SHARE

Christmas Season at St. Jean Vianney Church

Solemnity of Mary Mother of God Vigil

December 31st 4:00pm

Solemnity of Mary Mother of God New Year’s Day January 1, 2013 7:30 & 9:30am Solemnity of the Epiphany Vigil January 5th 4:00pm Solemnity of the Epiphany January 6th 7:30 & 9:30, 11:30am & 5:30pm Called By Name National Vocations Awareness Week January 13th thru 19th Season of Ordinary Time Begins January 14th

An SJV tradition in memory of Claire Goudeau

Sunday, January 13, 2013

7:30-11:30am in Fr. Engels Hall

More information to come!!!!!

MORNING OF PRAYER AND REFLECTION

January 12, 2013 from 9:00am until Noon Library and Church

DOES GOD HAVE A PLAN FOR MY LIFE?????

Led by Fr. Jerry Burns The parish will host a morning of prayer and reflection on the second theme of the Year of Faith, Does God Have a Plan For My Life? Led by Fr. Jerry Burns. Utilizing the second DVD of the seven part series, as well as insights from the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola, Fr. Burns will lead the participants to consider God’s plan and how it may unfold.

Evening of Spiritual Formation for Liturgical Ministers #2

Tuesday, January 22, 7:00-8:30pm Fr. Engels Hall

Does God Have a Plan for My Life [and how do I know it???]

Exploring the Year of Faith continues for all Liturgical Ministers. With the second of seven presentations on Does God Have a Plan For My Life??? All of us would want life to be not just a spin on the wheel of chance, but that there be meaning and purpose. Come explore this question, to discover your answer.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: 1 Jn 2:18-21; Ps 96:1-2, 11-13; Jn 1:1-18 Tuesday: Nm 6:22-27; Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8; Gal 4:4-7; Lk 2:16-21 Wednesday: 1 Jn 2:22-28; Ps 98:1-4; Jn 1:19-28 Thursday: 1 Jn 2:29 — 3:6; Ps 98:1, 3cd-6; Jn 1:29-34 Friday: 1 Jn 3:7-10; Ps 98:1, 7-9; Jn 1:35-42 Saturday: 1 Jn 3:11-21; Ps 100:1b-5; Jn 1:43-51 Sunday: Is 60:1-6; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-13; Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6; Mt 2:1-12

2013 – 25th & 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration

Sunday, February 24, 2013 at 3:00pm

Sacred Heart of Jesus Church

(2250 Main Street, Baton Rouge 70802) Bishop Robert W. Muench, Celebrant of the Mass, honoring couples on their 25th, 50th, and 65th or greater wedding anniversary. The families of the honored couples are also invited to attend the liturgy and the Reception afterward in the Sacred Heart School Gym. Couples should contact their parish office and let them know they wish to attend.

END OF YEAR GIVING OPPORTUNITIES AT ST JEAN VIANNEY

The Parish is excited about the success thus far of the ongoing Capital Campaign, “A Time to Pray, A Time to Give.” With 2012 coming to a close, you have the opportunity to give a gift to the parish on-or before December 31rst. There are tax benefits for you and for the parish. If you have already given a gift to the Campaign, and wish to give again, this is welcomed. If you have yet to give to the Campaign, this is a chance to be a part of this parish effort. Call Debbie Daigle at 753.7950 for any information about these opportunities.

TRUMPET PLAYER NEEDED

We are looking to hire a trumpet player to play with the choir at Easter. Musicians from other parishes or other faiths are welcome. If you know someone,

please contact Karen Ullo, (225) 246.8349.

REMINDER

A reminder to school parents that the cutoff date for tithing to the church parish is December 31st. Registered members of St. Jean Vianney Parish should pay a minimum of $250 in the calendar year to be identified as a contributor.

PARISH OFFICE CLOSED The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, December 31st and Tuesday, January 1st for the New Year Holiday.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY NEWS January Food Drive We will be collecting the following non-perishable food items at all the Masses the weekend of January 5th & 6th. Please bring your donations to church this weekend, and place them in the designated area near the front doors of church. can vegetables can potatoes tomato sauce chunky soup can tuna sugar peanut butter jelly flour crackers juice beets instant potatoes carrots peas dish detergent helper dinners fruit snacks cookie mix pork n’ beans chili mix spaghetti sauce cheese snacks stuffing mix Items to be frozen, such as ground beef, chicken, bacon, sausage, sandwich meats, fish, and wild game or fish (cleaned, wrapped & labeled) may be brought to the parish office during the week only, during office hours. Please do not bring these items to the church with you. As always, we appreciate your generous support.

Monday, December 31 New Year ‘s Eve Parish Office Closed 4:00pm Mass Tuesday, January 1 New Year’s Day 7:30am Mass 9:30am Mass Wednesday, January 2 Bulletin Articles due for Jan. 12th & 13th Preschool Closed School Closed 7:00pm RCIA 7:30pm Choir Thursday, January 3 Preschool Closed

School Closed 6:30pm KC Officer Mtg Friday, January 4 Preschool Closed School Closed Saturday, January 5 The Epiphany of the Lord Food Drive Weekend Sunday, January 6 The Epiphany of the Lord Food Drive Weekend 9:30am Children Church 6:30pm High School Rel. Ed Monday, January 7 6:00pm Elem./Jr. Rel. Ed.

SJV CALENDAR

Monday, December 31 4:00pm Warren & Lorena Petty Tuesday, January 1 7:30am 9:30am Margaret Ray Wednesday, January 2 6:15am Molly Langlois 8:30am Bobby Landry Thursday, January 3 6:15am Communion Service Friday, January 4 8:00am Emile Jacquin Anne Stiegman

Saturday, January 5 4:00pm Patricia Callis Jack Manno Fly. Joseph Campagna Fly George Campagna, Sr. Joey Campagna Langlois Chris Dore’ Lyman Carlock Sunday, January 6 7:30am For Parishioners of SJV 9:30am Claudine Polito 11:30am 5:30pm

MASS INTENTIONS

SANCTUARY LAMP (12/31–01/06/2013)

A. C. Dugas Irene Suppa REMEMBER ST. JEAN VIANNEY PARISH

IN YOUR WILL

If this parish has meaning to you and your family, then please consider remembering St. Jean Vianney Parish in your will. Call Fr. Tom for information. (753.7950)

AUTOMATIC BANK DRAFT Automatic Bank Draft is available as an option for your weekly or monthly tithing and building fund contribution. Please call 753.7950, or come by the parish office for more information.