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Vocations Are you being called to the Priesthood or Religious Life? Speak with a Priest or Religious or contact the Vocation Office at 718-827-2454 or vocations@diobrook.org. Baptisms Usually, on the second Sunday of the month at 12:15 p.m. Parents wishing to have their child baptized must attend a class prior to the Baptism. Classes are usually held the first Saturday of the month at 10:30 a.m.. Please call the Rectory to register. Marriages Arrangements must be made with the Priest at least 6 months prior to the wedding. One party should be a parishioner. For information on pre-cana, visit www.pre-cana.org Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Instructions for non-Catholic adults interested in becoming Catholics are held during the year. Instructions for Catholics who have not received the Sacraments of the Eucharist and Confirmation are also given. Anybody interested is asked to call Jim Giorgio at 718-648-6234. Devotions Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet recited after 8:30 a.m. Mass Mondays. Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet is recited on Thursdays after 8:30 a.m. Mass. The Rosary is recited after the 11:00 a.m. Mass each Sunday. Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn Catholic Cemeteries Please contact 718-894-4888 for more information.

Rectory 2331 Gerritsen Ave. Brooklyn, New York 11229 Phone: 718-743-7234 Fax: 718-743-0152 Website: resurrection-brooklyn.org Masses Weekday: 8:30 a.m. Saturday (Vigil): 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Rectory Office Hours Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Closed on Saturday & Sunday) Confession Saturday: 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Other times: By arrangement with Priest at Rectory. Anointing of the Sick Anyone scheduled to enter the hospital or is sick should be anointed. The anointing of the sick is held every Saturday after the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Just ask the Priest and he will pray with you and administer the Sacrament of the Sick. Parish Membership Every parishioner should be formally registered with the parish. Likewise, parishioners are encouraged to use the Sunday collection envelopes. We invite you to register at the Rectory Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m. or complete a registration form, found in Church, and drop off at the Rectory.

Rev. William A. With, Pastor Rev. Michael C. Gribbon, Parochial Vicar Mrs. Angela Parente, Director of Faith Formation: 1-718-891-0888 Mr. Vincent Lee, Director of Music: Phone 1-718-743-7234 Mr. John Fox, Resurrection Sports Association Director: 1-718-934-5003 Also Ministered by: The Sisters of St. Joseph, Brentwood

Resurrection Parish Mission Statement

We, the Body of Christ of

Resurrection Parish in Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn,

proclaim our service to God, our Church, and our Community.

We celebrate the sacramental life of the Church to serve the needs of our parishioners and neighbors always with faith,

hope and charity to grow in love and service to God and one another.

As a community of believers we will build up our parish as

Jesus proclaimed that He is “The Resurrection

and the Life.”

I am the Resurrection and the Life

S , J 28: F S O T

Saturday 5:00 p.m. - Margaret Peggy Ferro 9:00 a.m. - The People of the Parish 11:00 a.m. - Charles & Marie Bridda

(Remembrance) Michael Bridda (Remembrance)

Jack & Rose Priore

M , J 29: 8:30 a.m. - Bridget Connelly (1 year Anniversary)

T , J 30: 8:30 a.m. - Irma Hernandez (Birthday in Heaven)

Wednesday, J 31: S J B

8:30 a.m. - Vincent & Carmella Ardolino

T , F 1: 8:30 a.m. - Theresa Anastasio

F F , F 2: T P L

8:30 a.m. - Hugh McEneaney (19th Anniversary)

F S , F 3: S B ; S A ;

B V M  8:30 a.m. - Sister Maureen McDermott, CSJ

(70th Anniversary)

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — Moses spoke to all the people, saying: “A prophet like me will the L , your God, raise up for you” (Deuteronomy 18:15-20). Psalm — If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts (Psalm 95). Second Reading — Brothers and sisters: I should like you to be free of anxieties (1 Corinthians 7:32-35). Gospel — The people were astonished at Jesus’ teaching (Mark 1:21-28). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 28, 2018

Come, let us bow down in worship; let us kneel before the L who made us.

— Psalm 95:6

The Eucharistic Gifts of Wine & Altar Breads for

the Weekend Liturgies have been offered for: No intentions requested

The Eucharistic Gifts of Wine & Altar Breads for the Weekday Liturgies have been offered for:

Rosita Javier Lam

Requested by: Kevin & Loretta McDonough

One of the most difficult duties of a disciple is to follow the command of Jesus to spread the gospel to all nations. (Lk 24:47, Mk 116:15, Mt 28:19) I think one reason may be that we don’t feel we have the authority to tell

someone else what to believe. Most of us don’t think we know the gospel well enough to preach it. The gospel this Sunday mentions twice that Jesus taught with more authority than any of religious leaders of Israel. So how can we get such authority? First, Jesus didn’t threaten people with thunder-bolts and lightning. He certainly didn’t impress people by saying what they wanted to hear. He spoke the truth that he heard from his Father. His two main actions in his ministry were curing and forgiving people. Since the Jews thought sickness was a punishment for sins, by curing the sick and forgiving sins, Jesus showed that he got authority from his Father. How do we get that authority?” We get it from the Holy Spirit, in Baptism and Confirmation. And like an athlete who has to work-out and practice to be any good, we still need to grow in that authority. One way is to read the scriptures and pray with them, so that we get to know God through his Word and begin to listen to him in our prayers. We can consciously decide to see God in other people, not just those we love, but everyone, even the ones who annoy us. And of course, the Eucharist and other sacraments strengthen God’s life in us. You’ll know you have that authority when you can talk about your faith with confidence instead of hesita-tion, because you will be speaking from experience, not second hand knowledge.

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WE WELCOME THE NEWLY BAPTIZED TO OUR PARISH COMMUNITY

Matteo Rafael Carrillo

The Sick of Our Parish

Lyndon Balter, Lilianna Biscone, Helena Carney,

Agnes O’Neill Catalano, Charles Comi, Mary Cook, Anthony Crudo, Diana Hardy Cummings,

Claire Denver, Carissa D’Alba, Anna DiMattei, JoAnn DiSarno, Genevieve Duffy, Natalie Ferber, Riley Ferguson, Teresa Ferrier, Edward French,

Judy French, Christopher Gari, Billy Hensch, Mary Hose, Janet Jemec, Sophie Jemec,

Kevin Michael Kelly, David Kennedy, Carmen Kokolus, Geraldine Kopp, Olivia LaSpina,

Nancy Lawrence, Kim Loccissano, Dominca Lombardi, Pasqualino Lombardi, Patricia Lombardi, Juan Roberto Luciano,

Andrea Martin, Edward McCarthy, Mary McCormick, Margaret (Peggy) McDonough, Carmen Delia Mejia, Thomas & Marilyn Meyer,

Bill Minze, Carmela Naimoli, Emily Grace Nevara, Jefferson Nieto, baby Nolan, Laura O’Brien,

Kimberly Palmo, Joseph Quaranta, Sana Razzano, Ela Reyes, Nicholas Rodick, Danny Rogers,

Evan Romano, Charles Sabatino, Rosa Maria Santos, Ann Serini, Moira Sharkey,

Anthony Siconolfi, Bernard Snyder, Janet Springer, John Stilp, baby Vivian, Summer Wagner,

Jane Wallace, Stephen Wiegand

Kindly notify the Rectory with any updates.

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK

2018 Baptism Class Dates (1st or 2nd Sat. of the month at 10:30am)

February 3, March 10, April 7, May 12, June 2

Please call the rectory to register

2018 Baptism Dates (2nd Sunday of the month at 12:15pm)

February 11, March 11, April 8, May 13, June 10

POWER OF PRAYER

Please pray this week for the following Priests of our Diocese:

Sunday, Jan. 28: Fr. Dagoberto Noguera Monday, Jan. 29: Fr. Joseph M. Nolan Tuesday, Jan. 30: Msgr. Kevin B. Noone Wednesday, Jan. 31: Msgr. Joseph A. Nugent Thursday, Feb. 1: Fr. James T. O’Brien Friday, Feb. 2: Msgr. John H. O’Brien Saturday, Feb. 3: Fr. Christopher M. O’Connor

Charles F. Irvin, Sr. Carol Ann Monaco

Helen Flanagan Msgr. William Rodgers

PLEASE PRAY FOR VOCATIONS

Is Christ calling you to serve Him as a sister, brother, deacon or

priest? Contact the Vocation Office at 718-827-2454 or

email vocations@diobrook.org.

“Am I Called to be a Deacon”

The Diaconate Formation Office has scheduled several inquiry sessions, beginning now through February 15, 2018. The age to apply to formation

is between 35 to 60 years old. To attend one of these sessions, men must first

meet with their pastor. If you are interested, please schedule an appointment with Fr. With.

Precautions regarding the Influenza Outbreak Due to the severity of this year’s outbreak, Bishop Nicholas Di Marzio has mandated that the distribution of the precious blood to the faithful at Mass be suspended. Also, to refrain from physically exchanging the sign of peace at Mass if a person exhibits any signs of the flu. A reminder to all Extraordinary Mininsters to use a hand sanitizer before distributing Holy Communion.

Good Shepherd Catholic Club would like to thank the parishioners of Resurrection for their generosity and support in this years coat drive. We were able to donate 400 coats and jackets to the less fortunate. God Bless, Ed Bannan, Pres.

World Day for Consecrated Life February 4, 2018

We recognize and give thanks for those who have consecrated their lives to God and the Church through vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. Some join a secular institute. Others remain single and make profession to God through the local bishop and are known as consecrated virgins. May the light of Christ shine brightly through men and women who choose the consecrated life to live out their baptismal commitment, especially those who serve in the Diocese of Brooklyn now or who have been part of our history.

Good Shepherd Catholic Academy 2018-19 Registration is Open

Open House Sunday, January 28th 11:00 a.m. Principal John O’Brien 718-339-2745

2018 PARISH CALENDAR

M , J 29: 9:00 a.m.: Daily Mass (Church) After Mass - Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary, & Divine Mercy Chaplet (Church) 7:00-8:15 p.m.: Religious Ed - Grades 4-7 7:15 p.m.: Confirmation Parents Meeting (Rectory Chapel)

T , J 30: 8:30 a.m.: Daily Mass (Church) 9:00 a.m.: Rosary (Church)

W , J 31: St. John Bosco 8:30 a.m.: Daily Mass (Church) 9:00 a.m.: Rosary (Church) 3:30-4:45 p.m.: Religious Ed grades 1-3 & SSW 7:00 p.m.: Scouts (Church basement) 7:00-8:30 p.m.: Yarns of Love (Rectory bsmnt)

T , F 1: 8:30 a.m.: Daily Mass (Church) 9:00 a.m.: Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet 6:00-8:00 p.m.: JP2 Youth Group (Rectory bsmnt) 7:00 p.m.: Bible Study (Rectory basement) 7:00-9:00 p.m.: Choir Rehearsal (Church)

F F , F 2: The Presentation of the Lord; Groundhog Day 8:30 a.m.: Daily Mass (Church) 9:00 a.m.: Rosary (Church)

F S , F 3: St. Blaise; St. Ansgar; Blessed Virgin Mary 8:30 a.m.: Daily Mass (Church) *Blessing of Throats after Mass 9:00 a.m.: Rosary (Church) 10:30 a.m.: Baptism Class (Rectory basement) 4:00-4:30 p.m.: Confessions (Church) 5:00 p.m.: Vigil Mass (Church)

S , F 4: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time; World Day for Consecrated Life; Boy Scout Sunday 9:00 a.m.: Mass (Church) - Scouts attending 11:00 a.m.: Mass (Church) - Grade 4 attending 12:00 p.m.: Rosary (Church)

PLEASE VIST OUR WEBSITE www.resurrection-brooklyn.org

YARNS OF LOVE

Do you like to knit and/or crochet or want to learn? Come join us!

We meet on Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. in the Rectory basement

New members always welcome Call Phyllis at 1-917-385-5735

R - - 1250 CLUB D

S , J 28, 2018 11:00 M

Rehearsals Thursday nights from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. in the Church

& attendance at the 11 a.m. Mass on Sundays.

Interested in becoming part of our Music Ministry, please see Vincent Lee after Mass.

2018 PARISH SUPPORT PROGRAM All parishioners are asked to use the weekly offertory envelopes. Please

register at the rectory.

January 28 Weekly Offering January 28 Fuel Offering January 28 Churches in Need February 4 Weekly Offering February 4 Monthly Offering

Churches in Need - The revenue from this collection will be used to support pastoral programs for the Church-es in Latin America & the Caribbean, Central & Eastern Europe & Africa. Projects in Latin American & Carribbe-an include the work of evangelization, formation of laity, religious & seminarians, as well as youth ministry & cat-echesis. Projects in Central & Eastern Europe include training seminarians & lay leaders, supporting social service programs as well as church construction and ren-ovation, & evangelization through Catholic media. Pro-jects in Africa include outreach programs, schools, evan-gelization, & education of clergy & lay ministers.

Parish Bible Study

Next meeting on Thursday, February 1, 2018 at 7:00pm

in the rectory basement.

All are invited. Please join us!

In honor of St. Blaise, BLESSING OF THROATS

will take place after the 8:30 a.m. Mass on Saturday, February 3rd.

Next Sunday, February 4th is Boy Scout Sunday

We welcome our Scouts at the 9:00 am Mass

2017 - 2018 RESURRECTION OFFICE FAITH FORMATION

718-891-0888 Resurrection-Brooklyn.org

M . 9-12 7-8:15, T . 9-12 1-3 W . 9-12 1-5, T . 9-12 NO OFFICE HOURS FRIDAY

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Faith Formation Schedule

Grades 4 - 7 Mondays 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. Grades 1 - 3 Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:45 p.m.

Mon. Jan. 29 Confirmation Parents Meeting 7:15pm - Rectory Chapel Sun. Feb. 4 4th Grade attending 11:00 Mass

ATTENTION ALL 6TH, 7TH, & 8TH GRADERS

YOU’RE INVITED TO JOIN OUR

JP2 YOUTH MINISTRY

Every Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Next Meeting February 1st

Resurrection - Rectory Basement

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Frank Morale, Youth Minister fmorale.ym@gmail.com www.jp2youth.org Facebook: jp2 youth

2017 Tax Contribution Statements

Contribution Statements of donations given to Resurrection Church during 2017 are available through the Rectory Office. If you wish to receive a copy of your statement, please complete the following form and place it in the collection basket or return it to the parish office during office hours. No phone requests will be accepted. Thank you.

Please include a self-addressed, legal sized, stamped envelope.

Name: ___________________________________ Phone: __________________________________ Address:_________________________________ _________________________________________

Envelope # (a # followed by a letter) _____________

Join us at the St. Edmund Prep High School Card Party on Friday, February 2, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets purchased by January 12, 2018 are $40 (includes tray of wraps, salads, chips, soda, coffee, tea, dessert). Tickets

purchased after January 12, 2018 are $50. Questions? Contact the Development Office at

718-743-6100 ext. 5080. Hope to see you there!

2018 Tuition Assistance Award Application

The Rev. E. J. Matthews Council of the Knights of Columbus will award four tuition assistance awards to students attending a Catholic High School in the fall of 2018. Each award will consist of a onetime payment of $500. The payment will be made payable to the student with the school as co-payee.

The applicant must be a child, grandchild or legal ward of a member in good standing of the Rev. E.J. Matthews Council and/or our Ladies Auxiliary.

The winners of the award will be selected at a random drawing of all the applications received. The Recipients will be notified by June 15, 2018.

ALL Entries Must Be Postmarked No Later Than May 15, 2018.

Student’s Name: _______________________________ Date of Birth: __________________________________ Address:______________________________________ Home phone: __________________________________ Parent’s name: ________________________________ Member’s name: _______________________________ Relationship: __________________________________ H.S. applicant attending: _________________________ Student’s signature: _____________________________ Date: ________________________________________ Parent/Guardian signature:_______________________ Mail to: John Naimoli, Grand Knight c/o Rev. E. J. Matthews Council 2882 Gerritsen Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11229

Knights of Columbus Rev. Edward J. Matthews Council # 5989 2882 Gerritsen Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11229

Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians Kings County Feast of St. Brigid Celebration Brunch

Sunday, February 11, 2018 Buckleys Restaurant

2926 Avenue S, Brooklyn, NY Mass at 11:00 a.m. followed by Brunch

Cost $45 Deadline for RSVP is 1/31/18 Please Contact Maureen Careccia 646-303-9694

St. Patrick’s Day Raffle 2018 Only 300 tickets being sold

50 pts per chance to benefit Scholarship Fund of

Rev. E. J. Matthews Council #5989 Knights of Columbus

Drawing to take place at the Council on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.

(winners need not be present) Tickets on sale at the Council or contact

John Naimoli, PGK at 917-697-6686 Prizes: 1st-5,000pts, 2nd-1,000pts, 3rd-1,000pts,

4th-1,000pts, - 5th-1,000pts, 6th-1,000pts Total 10,000pts - 5,000pts to fund

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