February 21, 2021 1st Sunday of Lent // 1er domingo de Cuaresma

Mass Intentions Saturday February 20th 8:30 am: † John Byrne by Carol Schaefer 4:00 pm: All parishioners and visitors by Pro Populo Sunday February 21st: 1st Sunday of Lent 7:30 am: † MaryAnn Nemchik by Susan Nemchik 10:00 am: † Maximiano Danlag by Anabelle Danlag-Ramos 1:00 pm: † Brayan Zavala by St Philip Benizi Parish 4:00 pm: † Larry Joe Barfield by St Philip Benizi Parish 7:00 pm: † Jesus Bracero-Vega by Maria Bracero Monday February 22nd: Chair of St. Peter 8:30 am: † Ernest Satkowiak by Gordon Satkowiak Tuesday February 23rd: St. Polycarp 8:30 am: All parishioners and visitors 7:30 pm: † Maria Torres by Julio Torres Wednesday February 24th 8:30 am: All parishioners and visitors 7:00 pm: † Florencia Barquez, on the 1st Anniversary of her death by Yolanda Ravelo Thursday February 25th 8:30 am: † All deceased friars, family, and benefactors of the Franciscan Order by Conventual Franciscan Friars 7:30 pm: † Santiago Garibaldi Munoz by Yanicelis Payne Friday February 26th 8:30 am: † Longin K. Koziol by Fr. John Koziol Saturday February 27th 8:30 am: Don Davis by Priscille Davis 4:00 pm: † William Nagy by Andrea Nagy Sunday February 28th: 2nd Sunday of Lent 7:30 am: All parishioners and visitors by Pro Populo 10:00 am: † Nien LE by Pauline Le 1:00 pm: † Carlos Jaurigue by St Philip Benizi Parish 4:00 pm: † COLETTE AHEHENINNOU by Constant Somadjagbi 7:00 pm: Maggie A. Nichols by Vivian MacCombie

Prayer List ~Lista de Oración (Parishioners, if you or someone you love is on

this prayer list and should be removed, please call the Parish Office at 770-478-0178)

Dustin Pierce, Colin Swan, Linda Kotts, Carolyn Gongwer, Roger Desjardins, Jacob

Duron, James McNamara, Eric Licht, Matthew Jeffries, Jamal Napier, Sharon Rosemary Habach, Joe Subarton, Bea Pinckey, Carlos Duron, Joseph Blake Banks, Falvorees Jones III, Falvorees Jones IV, Carrel G. Clemmons, Jr., Ms. Marilyn Fincher, Stephen Browne,

Barbara Wilmoth, Ron Andrews, Noah Petit-Yulee, Jimmy Philpot, Gene McCarthy, Bonnie Little, David Allen, Richard Davis, Robert,

Shelby and Jordan Alfredson, Lynn Gavel, Fr. Leonard Lowandowski, Philip and Andrew Schoppe, Kamil Zabiegala, Leslie Kostka, Toyoko Ball, Sandra Robinson, Matos Rodriguez Family, Ray Hester, Bertha

Quintanilla and the Quintanilla Family, Lisa Hale, Louella DuBose

We Are Here to Serve Estamos aquí para Servirle

Pastor Fr. John Koziol, OFM Conv.

Parochial Vicars Fr. Vincent Gluc, OFM Conv.

Fr. Luis Palacios Rodriguez, OFM Conv. Fr. Martin Breski, OFM Conv.

Deacons

Rev. Mr. Matias Casal Rev. Mr. Thomas Nemchik

Rev. Mr. Gregory Pecore Rev. Mr. Etienne Rodriguez

Rev. Mr. Peter Swan Rev. Mr. Jim Windon

(Temporary) MASS SCHEDULE For the time being we are altering our Mass

schedule. These are the times that our Masses will be celebrated and live streamed via our Facebook page

and our website (www.stphilipbenizi.org). 4 p.m. Saturday Vigil Mass (English) 7:30 a.m. Sunday Mass (English) 10 a.m. Sunday Mass (English) 1 p.m. Sunday Mass (Spanish)

4:00 p.m. Sunday Mass (English) 7:00 p.m. Sunday Mass (Spanish)

7:00 pm Wednesday Mass; 7:30 Misa los martes y jueves

Time Talent Treasure Tiempo Talento Tesoro Offertory / Stewardship ~Ofertorio / Administracion

Parish Office/Oficina Parroquial 770-478-0178 FAX 770-471-2079

Emergency Number: 770-545-5325

Website: www.stphilipbenizi.org

Archdiocese Website: www.archatl.com

St. Vincent de Paul 770-477-2388

BAPTISM: Mandatory registration is neces-sary before attending Baptism classes. Both parents & godparents are required to attend the classes. Baptisms are celebrated on the 4th Sunday of each month during all Masses and at 3:00pm. For more information, contact Dea-con Peter Swan at 770-478-0178 x116.

CLASES DE BAUTISMO: Es obligatorio regis-trarse antes de asistir a las clases del Bautismo. La registración se llevara a cabo el 3er y 4to Do-mingo del mes después de misa de 12:30pm, o cada Miércoles de 9:30am-2:00pm en la Oficina de Educación Religiosa. Para mas información llame a Lidia Montellano al 770-478-0178 x120.

Pastoral Council Contact for February 2021:

Zayn Valin-Vigilance

631-365-1144

Weekend Masses/

Misas de Fin de Semana

Saturday 4:00 PM

Sunday 7:30 AM 9:00AM 10:45AM

12:30 PM (Español)

5:00 PM Teen Mass

7:00 PM (Español)

Holy Days/Dias de Obligación Mass times to be announced

Weekday Masses/Misas entre Semana Monday-Saturday 8:30 AM

Wednesday 7:00 PM

Thursday (Espan ol) 7:30 PM

Rosary/Rosario

Monday-Saturday 7:50 AM

Morning Prayer/Oración Matutina

Monday-Saturday 8:15 AM

About Us

Stewardship Report

JAN 2021

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Week Offertory Online

Giving

Total Budget

3 Jan $14,978.91 $11,571.00 $26,549.91 $31,826.92

10 Jan $15,148.91 $9,066.00 $24,214.91 $31,826.92

17 Jan $13,745.75 $8,279.00 $22,024.75 $31,826.92

24 Jan $ 41,947.05 $7,458.50 $49,405.55 $31,826.92

31 Jan $17,600.05 $6,149.00 $23,749.05 $31,826.92

TOTAL $103,420.67 $ 42,523.50 $145,944.17 $159,134.60

Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv. has announced that the suspension of the obligation to

attend Sunday Mass has been extended until further notice. Visit archatl.com for more information.

The Archbishop’s Annual Appeal 2020: The Summary Goal: $125, 500.00

Amount Pledged: $146, 663.91 Pledges Outstanding: $24, 312.30 Amount Collected: $122, 351.61 Percent of Goal Collected: 97.49%

Thank you for your support!

February 21, 2021 1st Sunday of Lent // 1er domingo de Cuaresma

¡Caminando Unidos en SPB! Walking United at SPB!

591 Flint River Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236 / 770-478-0178 / www.stphilipbenizi.org

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VITA: Free Tax Preparation The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is a national initiative of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that

offers FREE tax help to low- to moderate-income ($57,000 and under) individuals and families. Taxes are prepared by IRS

trained and certified volunteers. St. Philip Benizi is a site for VITA tax preparation on Saturdays through April 10, 2021.

New Procedures for 2021: 1. If you prefer to file your taxes (with

assistance) using Virtual Vita, go to https://www.myfreetaxes.com/.

2. All will be seen on a first come, first served basis each Saturday through April 10 from 9 am—11 am ONLY. When you arrive at the San Damiano House, call 678-632-3352. A volunteer will come out give you paperwork to fill out; once completed, you will call the number again and a volunteer will come out, take your temperature, and have you enter the building for a BRIEF interview.

3. The VITA volunteers will then take the paperwork for the week to file the taxes, with the participant returning for it the following Saturday. There will be NO WAITING in the building as in years before.

4. All participants and volunteers are required to wear masks, social distance, and wash and sanitize hands often.

What To Bring with You to VITA:

Proof of identification (photo ID) Social Security cards for you, your spouse and dependents An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) assignment letter may be substituted for you, your spouse and your dependents if you do not have a Social Security number Proof of foreign status, if applying for an ITIN Birth dates for you, your spouse and dependents on the tax return Wage and earning statements (Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R,1099-Misc) from all employers Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099) Health Insurance Exemption Certificate, if received A copy of last year’s federal and state returns, if available Proof of bank account routing and account numbers for direct deposit such as a blank check To file taxes electronically on a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms Total paid for daycare provider and the daycare provider's tax identifying number such as their Social Security number or business Employer Identification Number Forms 1095-A, B and C, Health Coverage Statements Copies of income transcripts from IRS and state, if applicable

Ministerial Seminarian education Permanent Diaconate Priest support and retirement care Priest continuing formation

Pastoral Outreach Office of Life, Dignity and Justice Office of Youth and Child Protection Hospital ministry Metropolitan Tribunal Parish and mission support

Cemeteries Office of Intercultural Ministries

Education, Formation, and Discipleship Under resourced school support Parish pre-school programs Campus ministry Religious education Youth and young adult ministry Family life ministry Pastoral care ministry Eucharistic Congress

Catholic Charities of Atlanta: Self-Sufficiency Programs

Skill Development Services

Education/Employment Services

Security and Well-Being Services

Ministries and Programs Funded by the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal

Walking United at SPB!

¡Caminando Unidos en SPB!

Faith, Hope and Love . . . Are these present in your marriage? Have you given up hope that they can be? In 1 Corinthians 13:13 Jesus tells us the greatest of these is Love. Living in a marriage that is missing love can be difficult. If you have given up hope that your marriage can and will get better, ask your spouse to consider attending a Retrouvaille program. Retrouvaille is an international Christian-based ministry that offers a three-stage program to help couples improve their marriages. First, a weekend program is attended, followed by post-weekend meetings. Finally, an on-going monthly small group of couples gather for support and growth. If improving your marriage is important to you, reach out today. For more information about our upcoming VIRTUAL Retrouvaille Weekend, February 25-28 2021, contact: Andy & Lilly Cichon @ 770.912.4743 or visit our website: HelpOurMarriage.com

CRS RICE BOWL 2021: WE ARE CALLED Jesus told us that whatever we did for one of these least brothers of his we did for him. Reflect on the challenge of global hunger— it is a reality for millions of our sisters and brothers. What will you do to

support the hungry in our community and around the world?

Visit crsricebowl.org to learn more.

MEATLESS MEAL RECIPE of the Week: Get the whole family involved! Place the money you save making

this meal into your CRS Rice Bowl.

Squash, Bean and Corn Stew (from Timor-Leste) 1 large onion, diced 5 cloves garlic, minced 3 tbsp fair trade olive oil 3 cups water 1 butternut squash, cut into small pieces 1 10-oz. bag frozen corn 1 15-oz. can red kidney beans, drained Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups cooked rice Saute onion and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until tender. Add water and squash, and increase heat until water is simmering. Add corn and kidney beans, reduce to medium heat, and cook stirring occasionally for 15 to 20 minutes until squash is tender. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve with rice.

Makes 4 servings. 

GriefShare: “Guilt and Anger” These feelings can be a part of the journey of grief and can affect the healing process. Find out how to handle these emotions and to continue the process of healing from grief. Please join us either on Wednesday, February 24,

from 7-9pm, or Friday, February 26, from 9:30-11:30am for on-line Zoom Meeting. Please register by contacting Kathy DiBlasi at 979-417-6765, or at kdiblasi25@gmail.com. Video Session #7 should be viewed before the

on-line group meeting. One-time registration is required before videos can be accessed at www.GriefShare.org

February 21, 2021 1st Sunday of Lent // 1er domingo de Cuaresma

¡Caminando Unidos en SPB! Walking United at SPB!

How Can YOU help? PUT YOUR FAITH IN ACTION...LOCALLY! The Pregnancy Aid Clinic in Forest Park needs volunteers! Volunteer sessions via Zoom are planned for Feb.

24 and March 31. Register at https://www.pregnancyaidclinic.com/volunteer.html

Stations of the Cross (all will be live-streamed; NO in person registrations are required)

Wednesdays during Lent at 8 am Fridays during Lent at 6 pm (English)

Viernes 7:30 pm (Español)

On Fridays during Lent, the SPB Knights of Columbus will

have their traditional fish fry from 5 pm - 7 pm. All food will

be packaged to go.

Our St Vincent de Paul food pantry mailed out contribution acknowledgment letters for 2020 in mid-January 2021. If you made donation(s) in 2020 by check and have not received an acknowledgment letter,

please contact SVdP food pantry at 770-477-2388 and leave a

message. SVdP food pantry will gladly send another

letter. Thank you and God bless you for your support!

¡Caminando Unidos en SPB! Walking United at SPB!

Lent is our 'Come to Jesus moment' This reflection for the First Sunday of Lent was written by Unbound preacher Father David Noone.

“Jesus came to Galilee proclaiming the gospel of God: ‘This is the time of fulfillment. The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the Gospel.’” (Mark 1:14-15) I was visiting a historic cemetery adjacent to a church where I preached recently on behalf of Unbound. As I stood at one gravesite, a vehicle pulled up alongside me. The driver rolled down the window and identified himself as a descendant of the man whose grave I happened to be looking at. We talked a bit and the conversation turned to his own life and the difficulty of his struggle with COVID-19, personally and as a family man and member of his community. “I’m very close,” he admitted, “to having a ‘Come to Jesus moment.’” The origin of that expression likely goes back to the kind of dramatic moment of conversion represented by

an “altar call,” but today it’s often used in a more informal sense to describe any moment of realization and truth that requires a reassessment of priorities. Sometimes, when a new Unbound sponsor is filling out a form, I’ll ask what led him or her to decide to offer their support for a child, youth or elder in need. Often, it seems to be the result of a sudden, intuitive perception, a moment of realization or an opportunity to express a deeply felt need to make a significant difference in another person’s or family’s life. I truly believe that to one degree or another, every sponsor who fills out a form does so as the result of a “Come to Jesus Moment” that I’m privileged to witness. We have words in our language that seem alike and are often used interchangeably. For example, “remorse” and “repentance.” Both suggest that we’ve done something wrong and we won’t do it again. But, on this first Sunday of Lent, the repentance Jesus is calling us to involves a deeper inner change. Lent challenges us to discern if there is some more significant change we are being called to. Let the discernment begin. To enhance the experience of the upcoming Lenten season, Unbound has created a kit with weekly reflections, prayers and activities for families with young children. Download a copy for yourself or pass it on to someone you know. We wish you a blessed and fruitful Lenten journey!