MARY STAR OF THE SEA

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Baptism of the Lord January 12, 2020

PASTOR: Fr. M. Harrigan ASSOCIATE PASTORS: Fr. Kaspar Reddy Udumala & Raymond Perez, O.Praem.

CROATIAN & ITALIAN MINISTRY: Fr. Ivan Gerovac, S.J. MARITIME MINISTRY: Fr. Raja Selvam

IN RESIDENCE: Fr. Diego Menniti

PERMANENT DEACON: Dn. John Salazar

NORBERTINE FATHERS: Serving in our Elementary School & High School (310) 521-1930

870 W. 8th St., San Pedro, CA 90731 Parish Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Parish Office Closed on Sundays. Tel: (310) 833-3541

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CONTACT US:

Website : www.marystar.org E-mail : office@marystar.org Convent : Sisters of St. Joseph of Cluny (310) 834-5431 Bookstore: Stella Maris (310) 519-8661

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Dear Mary Star of the Sea Parishioners: A Blessed and Holy New Year to you all. Happy Feast of the Baptism of Our Blessed Lord, which we celebrate today. I hope things are beginning to settle down after this busy but very Holy Season. Peace to all of you and your families. Sincerely in Christ, Fr. Harrigan Pastor

God the Father attests to the divinity of the Son at the moment of his baptism in the waters of the Jordan and, by this means, Jesus "manifested his glory, and his disciples believed in him." (Jn 2:11) Jesus is Messiah. His eternal messianic consecration was revealed during the time of his earthly life at the moment of his baptism by John, when "God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power," "that he might be revealed to Israel" (Acts 10:38; Jn 1:31) as its Messiah. His works and words will manifest him as "the Holy One of God." (Mk 1:24; Jn 6:69; Acts 3:14) (CCC 438)

When he attained to the perfect age, when the time came for him to teach, to work miracles and to draw men to himself, then it was fitting for his Godhead to be attested from on high by the Father's testimony, so that his teaching might be the more credible . 'The Father who sent me has himself borne witness to me' (Jn 5:37) (St. Thomas Aquinas, Summa theologiae, III, q. 39, a. 8 ad 3.) Our Lord's baptism, a sign only of his divinity, better enables us to understand our own reception of this great sacrament of initiation into Christian life and salvation. Baptism is a grace which we accept and in which we grow through a life of perseverance in prayer and worship in body, mind and spirit. ...after Baptism man needs to pray continually in order to enter heaven; for though sins are remitted through Baptism, there still remains the inclination to sin which assails us from within, and also the flesh and the devil which assail us from without. (St. Thomas Aquinas, Summa theologiae, III, q. 39, a. 5.) The Father has spoken forth the eternal Word in Christ the Lord, and breathed forth the word of truth at the baptism of the Lord; "Thou art my beloved Son; with thee I am well pleased." (Lk 3:22) In our daily lives we are to grow in prayer, sacrifice and consecration, all by means of the Word of truth, poured forth for us continually in the proclamation of the Gospel and the sacramental life. We encounter the Lord Jesus most perfectly and most fully each week in the Eucharistic Sacrifice, for He truly speaks to us when the Scriptures are proclaimed in the assembly and at the Communion of the Mass we truly receive Him Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity in the Most Blessed Sacrament. By this God-given means the grace of our baptism will grow ever stronger, becoming "a fountain within us, welling up to eternal life".

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Joe Marino, Danny Hernandez, Albert Di Rocco, Richard Hernandez,

Jesse Hernandez, Michelle C. DiBernardo

Helen Ursich Bernard Morgan Rita Calise

Albert Brandelli Albert Jelenic Ivan Spanjol

May Their Souls Rest In Peace

Let Us Pray For The Sick

In Memoriam

Perpetual Adoration It is always a great way to start the New Year; adding an hour of prayer to your life. Pray for your family’s health and well being.

Pray for guidance or in thanksgiving. There are countless reasons to join us in the Adoration Chapel, praying before the Blessed Sacrament.

Hours now available: Saturday afternoon Noon-1 p.m. Monday evening 5-6 p.m. Wednesday eve. 5-6 p.m. Friday evening 5-6 p.m. “Almighty Father, help me to show gratitude to You for all the good things You have done for me. Let me also be grateful to all those who help me on my earthly pilgrimage to Your heavenly Kingdom.” Every Day is a Gift. Thank you for your consideration.

(310) 548-1693 Barbara West / Coordinator

Weekdays: Monday-Friday:8:00a.m.& 5:15 p.m.

Saturday: 8:00 a.m.

Weekend: Saturday: 5:15 p.m. – Vigil Mass

Sunday: 7:30 a.m., 9:00a.m., 12:00p.m.(English) 10:30 a.m. (Spanish) 1:30 p.m. (Croatian) 4:00 p.m. (Italian) 5:15 p.m. (English/Latin)

Holy Days of Obligation: 5:15 p.m. (Vigil); 8:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 5:15 p.m.

Reconciliation (Confessions): Thursday & Friday: After 5:15 p.m. Mass & Saturday: After 8:00 a.m. Mass & 4:00p.m-5:00pm

Morning Prayer: Monday - Friday: 7:45a.m.

Rosary: Monday - Friday: 7:20 a.m. &5:00 p.m.

All Parish, Federal & State Holidays, there will be only one Mass at 9:00 a.m.

Mass Schedule

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Please join COMMANDER JOHN J. SHEA ASSEMBLY #0081

February 8th, 2020 Turn around trip to Casino Pauma

Pauma Valley, Ca. $25.00 per person -

$10.00 back for Free Play Please arrive at 7:30 A.M.

The bus will leave MARY STAR OF THE SEA at 8:00 A.M.

A fundraiser event for Knights of Columbus Assembly #0081 Charities

For Information & Reservations Call Joseph Ungaro: (818)749-8332

Join LA’s 6th Annual Walk for Life! When: Saturday, January 18, 2020 Time: 12 noon Where: The walk will begin at La Placita/Olvera St.

ending at LA Historic Park (1 mile) Celebrate the beauty and dignity of every human life from conception to natural death. After the walk, join us for a family friendly day of Inspiring speakers, live music, food trucks and much more! Visit onelifela.org for the most up to date information ¡Celebremos la vida juntos! Forma parte de la caminata mas grande del Sur de California. Cuando: sábado, 18 de enero del 2020 Hora: 12 del mediodía Dónde: La caminata empieza en La Placita Olvera y termina en el Parque Histórico de Los Ángeles. Lema: Una familia, una mission Ven y celebra la belleza y la dignidad de la vida humana desde la concepción hasta la muerte natural. ¡Acompáñanos será un día familiar con conferencistas, música en vivo, comida y mucho más! Visita onelifela.org para mayores informes.

On Saturday, March 7, 2020 the Italian Catholic Federation Branch #115 will hold its Annual Crab Dinner-Dance in honor of San Giovan

Giuseppe della Croce commemorating the 285th Anniversary of his death. The event will take place in the Mary Star of the Sea Church auditorium 870 West 8th Street, San Pedro. This is the I.C.F. major fundraiser for the year with most of the proceeds going to charities, seminarian education, scholarships and Mary Star of the Sea Church. Cocktails: 6:00 P.M., Dinner: 6:30 P.M., dancing to the music of “Tony Ciaramitaro”. Menu includes: Antipasto, salad, linguine with clams, crab, shrimps, rolls, butter, spumoni ice cream, coffee and wine. Donation: $40.00 per person. Assigned table seating. For reservations call Neal Di Leva 310- 433-1044. Deadline is March 1, 2020.

We Welcome the newly

baptized to our Parish Lincoln Daenerys Navalta

Nina Katrina Kovac

Lucas Anthony Alcala

I.C.F. PALA CASINO TRIP

The Italian Catholic Federation Branch #115, Mary Star of the Sea, is planning a

Turnaround Trip on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 to

Harrah’s Indian Casino. Price $25.00 per person.

Members will get $5.00 discount. Proceeds to benefit I.C.F. seminarian support. For additional information and reservations call Pauline Iacono 310-832-0563.

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Women's Silent Retreat February 7-9, 2020

Please join us for the Women's Silent Retreat weekend February 7-9, 2020 at the

Sacred Heart Retreat house in Alhambra. The retreat master will be Rev. Brian Mullady,

OP. The Carmelite sisters are wonderful and the grounds are beautiful. For information and

reservations please call Patricia Cervantes at

(310) 519-1045 or the Sacred Heart Retreat House at (626) 289-1353, ext.2204

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It’s almost time! Mary Star of the Sea Elementary hosts our 18th annual “Casino Night Gala”! This year’s theme is “‘70s Disco Party”, so open up that closet and get out the old sequined jumpsuit and Angel’s Flight bell bottoms. It’s going to be a great evening of food, music, gaming and fun; all while raising much needed financial support for MSSE.

Saturday, January 25 5:00-5:30 Tours of the School Available

5:30-6:00 Doors Open/Cocktails/Silent Auction Begins

6:00-7:30 Dinner-Live Auction Begins 7:30 Gaming Begins

10:00 Silent Auction Ends 10:30 Gaming Ends-Raffle Begins

Tickets $75 each, includes dinner and casino chips

Call the Office 310.831.0875 for information and tickets or purchase online https://www.marystarelementary.com/apps/form/CasinoNight.

MSSE is accepting applications for our Kinder thru 8th Grade classes, as well as in our Pre-School. Financial Aid and sliding Tuition scale are possible with completed application; please call our Office 310.831.0875 to arrange

for a tour and more information. God bless!

Mr. Cordero Principal

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ELEMENTARY & PREELEMENTARY & PREELEMENTARY & PRE––– SCHOOLSCHOOLSCHOOL MARY STAR OF THE SEA

HIGH SCHOOL

School resumes Monday, January 13th with the start of the second semester.

The High School is now accepting applications for the 2020-2021 School Year. Please visit www.marystarhigh.com or call 310-547-1138 for information and applications. The application due date for incoming freshmen is Friday, January 24th. The MSHS Placement Exam is on Saturday, January 25th and a make-up exam will held on February 8th.

Do You Know Someone Interested in attending an awesome Catholic High School? Want to experience a vibrant academic, athletic, social and spiritual life during your high school years? All public, private and Catholic school students are invited to visit Mary Star of the Sea High School. Through the MSHS Shadow Program, all visitors will shadow freshman-level courses and several advanced courses. Lunch will be provided. Please contact MSHS main office to schedule your Shadow Day: (310)-547-1138

Mary Star High School Mobile App, Instagram and Facebook! Download the app today by going to Apple App Store or Google Play. Also, follow us on Instagram@marystarhighschool and Facebook@MaryStarHigh. Donations to Mary Star of the Sea High School can be made also through Memorial Pledges in lieu of flowers. Pay tribute to someone special and their living faith in God with a donation to Mary Star of the Sea High School. Donations can be made online at www.marystarhigh.com or via envelopes found by the entrances of the Church.

Stay up to date with Mary Star of the Sea High School news and information at marystarhigh.com

Upcoming Events: School will be on Christmas Break from December 23rd - January 12th Adoration/Benediction Friday January 17th at 8:15 a.m. Junior Celebration Mass Friday, January 24th at 10:30 a.m. High School Placement Test Saturday, January 25th at 7:30 a.m.

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In today’s Gospel the Holy Spirit descends upon Jesus and a voice from heaven pro-claims: “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” Here we hear an unmistakable echo from the first reading: “Here is my ser-vant whom I uphold, my cho-sen one with whom I am pleased” (Isaiah 42:7). Jesus is the Suffering Servant who

comes as liberator, opening the eyes of the blind, freeing those unjustly bound or confined in darkness. As another Christmas fades into the past and we pre-pare to move on next week to ordinary time, these readings help us to understand more fully the mean-ing of the incarnation – of why Christ has come. As Pope Francis noted in a recent general audience, the good news of the incarnation is not merely that God has taken on human flesh, but that God has done so in a world “marked by so many things, good and bad, marked by divisions, wickedness, poverty, arrogance and wars.” Jesus has come to bring God’s mercy to the world.

Having been baptized into the Body of Christ, we too are called to his ministry of mercy - to embrace the mission of Christ and the suffering servant to go out into the world and “heal all those who are oppressed” doing the ordinary actions of our day with love.

ADULT CONFIRMATION classes will begin on TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2020 from 7:00 -8:30 pm in Room 111 in the Religious Education Building. Register now to reserve your place. The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on Monday, March 23, 2020 at 6:00 pm at Mary Star of the Sea church.

RECYCLING: Thank you to all who help us to recycle so that we can purchase resources for the children.

If you need further information on any of the above programs please call Sister Mary or Jamie at 310-833-3541, ext. 221, 222.

Faith Formation 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. 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 quebrado o si tiene rajaduras que pudieran ser peligrosas. Asegúrese de conocer las recomendaciones del equipo en cuanto a las edades. Para más consejos de seguridad, 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.

Did You Know/ Sabia Usted?

Mark Your Calendars for our 73rd Annual Mary Star Parish Fiesta

Fiesta dates are: Friday, Saturday & Sunday:

July 17th, 18th & 19th

inside our church parking lot Bring the entire family for a weekend of :

Carnival Rides And Games, Fresh Home Made Foods.

Crowing of our new "2020" Fiesta Queen Main Raffle is:

A New "2020" Car Or =="$20,000" In Cash. Free Admission. Watch upcoming Parish

Bulletins for Fiesta planning meeting dates.

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Parish Events

SATURDAY: 01-11-2020 8:00 a.m. Mary Jane Swift by Bellen Davis † 5:15 p.m. Deacon Willie Garcia by Wife & Children †

SUNDAY: 01-12-2020 7:30 a.m. Giovanni, Maria, Grazia & Lina Lauro by Tony & Nancy † 9:00 a.m. Pro Populo 10:30a.m. Enrique Chacon by Wife Esther Chacon † 12:00p.m. Grozdana Zanki by Neven Zanki & Family † 1:30 p.m. Leonard J. Baric by Parents & Famil † 4:00 p.m. Vito Terzoli by Wife Antoniette † 5:15 p.m. Jelena & Marcelo Finka by Family †

MONDAY: 01-13-2020 8:00 a.m. Bobbie Wilder by Bellen Davis † 5:15 p.m. For all Parishioners of Mary Star Living & Deceased

TUESDAY: 01-14-2020 8:00 a.m. For all Parishioners of Mary Star Living & Deceased 5:15 p.m. Lois Weenig by Rene Mardesich †

WEDNESDAY: 01-15-2020 8:00 a.m. Don Pavao Bjazevich by Seka, Jack & Family† 5:15 p.m. Russ Bedinger by Joann Adams †

THURSDAY: 01-16-2020 8:00 a.m. For all Parishioners of Mary Star Living & Deceased 5:15 p.m. Joe Casares by Daughter Rita Marino †

FRIDAY: 01-17-2020 8:00 a.m. Pasko & Kata Bozulich by Daughter Ana & Silvia † 5:15 p.m. For all Deceased Members of Velike Gospe Society by Velike Gospe Society

SATURDAY: 01-18-2020 8:00 a.m. Frank Colonna by Family † 5:15 p.m. Toni Good by Husband & Children †

SUNDAY: 01-19-2020 7:30 a.m. Michael Mc Osker † 9:00 a.m. Pro Populo 10:30a.m. For all Parishioners of Mary Star Living & Deceased 12:00p.m. Kathyann Parks by Verna Hammer † 1:30 p.m. Marijan Madoe by Daughter Mirjana & Family † 4:00 p.m. Nino Palma by Wife & Children † 5:15 p.m. Ron Pesuich by Nikkie & Julie Pesuich †

Mass Intentions

SATURDAY: January 11, 2020 9:45 a.m. Religious Ed: MSB 103,104,111 12:30p.m. Funeral: Church 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Prayer Group: MSB 111,218 SUNDAY: January 12, 2020 9:00 a.m. MSSE 5th Grade School Mass: Church 9:00 a.m. RCIA Dismissal: MGPC Round Room MONDAY:_____ January 13, 2020 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Choir Group: MSB 111 TUESDAY: January 14, 2020 7:00 p.m. Adult Faith Formation & Enrichment Session: Topic the Mass, Church 7:00 p.m. Adult Confirmation Session: MSB 111 7:00 p.m. Prayer Group: MGPC Chapel 7:00 p.m. Saint Joseph Society Meeting: MGPC Kitchen, Long Room WEDNESDAY:___________ January 15, 2020 3:30 p.m. Religious Ed: MSB 103,104,111, 210 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Prayer Group Holy Hour: MGPC Chapel THURSDAY:____________ January 16, 2020 9:00 a.m. Prayer Group Bible Study: MGPC Round Room 6:00 p.m. Croatian Choir Practice: Church 7:00 p.m. RCIA Session: MSB 111 7:30 p.m. ICF: Regular Meeting MGPC Long Room Kitchen FRIDAY:_______________ January 17, 2020 9:00 a.m. MSSE School Mass: Church 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Diaconal Ministry Meeting: MSB 218 SATURDAY:_____________ January 18, 2020 9:45 a.m. Religious Ed: MSB 11,103,104,105 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Prayer Group: MSB 111,218 SUNDAY:______________ January 19, 2020 9:00 a.m. RCIA Dismissal: MGPC Round Room

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Bible Study (Mornings) Mrs. Louise Garcia (310) 831-9839 Croatian Catholic Family Guild Mario Juravich (310) 547-3870 Croatian Choir Josip Mardesic (310) 548-0450 Daughters of Isabella Rita Marino (310) 625-5277 Divine Mercy Group Madelyn Walker Virginia Pagan (310) 872-8129 Environment Lu Barbieri (310) 833-3541 Families of Nazareth Holly Oldenburg (310) 729-3736 Fiesta Committee Neal DiBernardo (310) 833-3541 Ext. 203

Filipino Community Myrna Cabanban (310) 529-0774

Guadalupanos Josefina Ruiz (310) 980-8309 Grupo de Oración Jose Mendoza (310) 986-9442 Hispanic Group Gregoria Lopez (424) 488-4961 Hospitality/Mary & Martha Josephine Frka (310) 833-3541

Italian Catholic Federation Branch #115 Neal Di Leva (310) 833-9444 Knights of Columbus Mario Saborio (323)646-5909 KofC1740a.org

Lectors—Ministry of the Word Shelly Chin (310) 753 -6131

Ministerio Hispano Coordinador Líder Dn. Jorge Malca (424) 224-0071

Perpetual Adoration Barbara West (310) 548-1693

Prayer Group Louise Garcia (310) 831-9839

Respect Life Katie Clark (310) 514-1493

St. Anne Altar Society Delight Hernandez (310) 831-6214

St. Joseph Table Josephine Accetta (310) 519-0289

San Pietro Society Grace Ciolino (310) 548-8447

Club Trappeto Joe Lo Grande (310) 519-0815

Velike Gospe Society Natalie Sutlovich (310) 547-5391

Virtus Nick Vilicich (310) 833-3541 Ext. 225

Parish Office: (310) 833-3541 office@marystar.org Business Administrator: Josephine Frka Ext: 205 Operations Manager: Michelle Downes Ext: 200 Bulletin Editor: Jamie Gurrola, Ext: 203 Bulletin Deadline: Saturday by Noon to bulletin@marystar.org Adult Initiation Sister Mary (310) 833-3541 Ext: 222 Email: sistermary@marystar.org Christian Care (310) 548-1645 853 W. 7th St., San Pedro Email: christiancare@marystar.org Maritime Ministry Fr. Raja Selvam Mary Star of the Sea Elementary 717 S. Cabrillo Ave. San Pedro, CA 90731 (310) 831-0875 Website: www.marystarelementary.com Principal: Jim Cordero Youth Ministry & Confirmation Please contact Mary Star High School

Mary Star of the Sea High School 2500 N. Taper Ave San Pedro, CA 90731, (310) 547-1138 Website: www.marystarhigh.com Principal: Rita Dever

Mary Star of the Sea High School Development Office (310) 833-3861 Email: development@marystarhigh.com Email: alumnirelations@marystarhigh.com

Music Ministry Jelil Romano Ext: 224

Religious Education Sr. Mary J. Glynn , Jamie Gurrola Ext: 222, 221 Email: religioused@marystar.org Baptism Coordinator

Fr. Kaspar Udumala Ext.200

Sacristan & Altar Servers Nick Vilicich Ext: 225 St. Vincent de Paul Celia Bremer Ext: 223 Email: stvincentdepaul@marystar.org

Vocation Discernment Website: www.LAVocations.org (310) 833-3541 - Email: office@marystar.org

For private circulation this bulletin is Published by Fr. Harrigan, the Pastor , and prepared & edited by Jamie Gurrola