ALL ARE WELCOME! -- 54 Iraqi sisters and brothers were killed.

s and brothers were killed. While John Lanese is on vacation, we welcome the
PRAYER AND WORSHIP
We continue to pray for the safe return of all of
those serving in the military, and their families,
especially: Richard J. Bailey (grandson of Helen
Bailey), Vincent Catalano (grandson of Ellen Cata-
lano), Matthew Digeser (son of Nancy and Hank
Digeser), Glenn Gottschalk (son of Peter & Casey
Gottschalk), Dan Hotaling, Philip Malone (brother of
Nell Ball), Robert Shaye (son of Christine Schade).
as well as our sick & homebound sisters & brothers:
Kevin Bagley, Nora Bermudez, Carol Branch, Sr.
Barbara Bowe, RSCJ, Jane Buchanan, Richard
Burke, Arline Burton, Anne Bush, Lona Campbell,
Nick Cavaleri, Ann Clifford, Don Clifford, Valerie
Clifford, Rose Connolly, Patricia Crawford, Nancy
Dillon, Fran Donahue, Mary Beth Dunn, Dorothy
Edwards, Bridgette Eichhorn, Jim Ferris, Edward
Finn, Margaret Fox, Ted Fritsch, Bob Furman, Rob-
ert Gilberti, Howard Glasser, Al Grogan, Sarah
Grover, Anthony Harden, Paul Harrigan, Nancy
Hayden, Mary Heil, Nina Hodge, Cindy Hogman,
Mary Ellen Holm, Mickey Horgan, Sr. Maureen
Joyce RSM, Marcy Keens, Peter Kirwin, Ron Moses,
Barbara Murphy, Nathan Natale, Dakota Neese,
Peg O’Brien, Helen Purcell, Pat Renzi, James Rey-
nolds, Mary Jane Rice, Kathleen Rosch, Leo Rossi,
Jim Ryan, Alyson Schneider, Ronald Schneider, Sr.
Catherine Schuyler, CSJ, Margaret Siary, Naomi
Simcoe, Margie Smith, Bette Teal, Avery Toole, Bill
Town, Sharon Vergura, Debbie Williams, and all
those remembered on our Prayer Chain.
Also, our loved ones who have completed their earthly
sojourn, including those who have recently died: May
Finan Kennedy, Peter Balogh and all others who we
hold dear, especially: Pearl Forezzi, Ann Fox, William
fox, Frances Moran
and, those individuals who were victims of violence and
war from Jan 3 to 9:
-- 2 of our brothers were killed in Iraq:
Spc David Croft Jr 22 Plant City FL, Pvt Michael
Jarrett 20 North Platte NE
--This past week the Albany County Health Dept.
-- 9 of our brothers were killed in Afghanistan:
Spc Brian Bowman 24 Crawfordville IN, Sgt
Joshua Lengstorf 24 Yoncalla OR, Pvt John Dion
19 Shattuck OK, Air Bradley, Smith 24 Troy
IL, Pvt Robert Hayes 19 England, Sgt Jason
Hickman 35 Kingsport TN, Christian Aguirre 24
Spain, Cpl Simon Hoffman 23 Denmark, Cpl
Mark Juarez 22 Bakersfield CA
-- 110 Afghanis and Pakistanis were killed.
Guilderland Neighbors for Peace is holding monthly
vigils. The next one is Jan. 20 from 5-6 p.m. at the
corner of Rt. 20 & Rt. 155.
Scripture Readings
This Weekend
Isaiah 62: 1-5; 1Corinthians 12:4-11; John 2:1-2
Next Weekend
Nehemiah 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10
Proclaimers/Petitioners/Servers/Homilist /Presider
This weekend:
Vigil 4 p.m.
Bill Quackenbush, Sr. Maura Simms, Vera
Hall/TBD/John Lanese/John Lanese
The Lord’s Day, 10 a.m.:
Carol Coogan, Marie Maxwell, Joe Lapinski/Liam
Clarke/Kerry George/John Lanese/John Lanese
Next Weekend:
Vigil 4 p.m.
Vera Hall, Lucille Williams, Bill Quacken-
bush/TBD/John Kirwin/John Kirwin
The Lord’s Day, 10 a.m.:
Dolores Kania, Sheila Giordano, Susan
Shipherd/Kyra Malamood/Megan Malamood/John
Kirwin/John Kirwin
The flowers at the Table of the Lord
this weekend are given in loving memory of
May Finan Kennedy
by the Flanagan Family
This week’s breadbaker is Mary Briggs. Our bread-
baker for next weekend is Kathleen Balfe.
following presiders for the upcoming weekends:
Jan. 23/24 John D. Kirwin
Jan. 30/31 John D. Kirwin
Sat. Feb. 6 TBD
Sun. Feb. 7 John D. Kirwin
SERVICE
Welcome Table
--On Tues., Jan. 19 the Welcome Table will be
hosted by Corpus Christi. St. Edward’s/St. Mary’s
Youth Ministry, will host on Sat., Jan. 23.
-- DON'T FORGET THAT OUR CLUSTER PARISHES
WILL BE HOSTING THE WELCOME TABLE ON
TUES., FEB. 2. A SIGN-UP SHEET IS ON THE
HIGH TABLE IN THE ANN LAWLOR FOWER.
-- This past week one of the volunteers came to me
after the Welcome Table and told me how much he has
enjoyed serving at the Welcome Table. He said," Even
in spite of all these people are going through they all
said ‘thank you’ and they had a smile on their face"
I can't wait to come back next month!”
--Barbara
Food Pantry
--We need jelly, spaghetti sauce, chili, beef stew and
cereal. Personal care products are also always needed.
Spring Run-Off Kick-Off Meeting
The first organizational meeting will be held on Wed.,
Jan. 20 at 6:30 pm, in Zacchaeus’ River Room. Any-
one interested in helping out this year is welcome, es-
pecially those with past experience.
Extra Helpings
The menu flyer for February is now available on the
high table in the church foyer. Your order and pay-
ment are due no later than Wed., Feb. 10.
Furniture Program
The Furniture Program needs beds. If you can help,
please call Mary Briggs at ext. 12.
Other
--WISH LIST: We are in need of men's gloves. Also
don't forget to donate your old towels and sheets.
came in and 36 people received the H1N1 vaccination
free of charge.
-- Special thanks to Linda Forezzi for helping out while
Betty Bursey is away caring for her granddaughter,
Bridgette.
Quilt raffle results
We are very happy to announce that the Center raised
$7,701 to further our ministry in the South End, as a
result of this year’s Quilt Raffle. Thanks to the
“Piecemakers” for creating such a beautiful quilt which
inspired so many to participate in the raffle. And,
thanks to all who bought so many tickets!
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE
The Parish Budget
Our “target” for our weekly offertory collection is
$3,770. The following was received for the weekend
of Jan. 9/10:
Offertory $3,183
Candles $10
Building Maintenance $35
If you were away during the Christmas season,
please do your best to “make-up” for contributions
you may have missed. Thank you!
Harvest Festival --- Final Numbers
Due to your generosity, the Harvest Festival took in
$33,830 for the parish! Thanks again to all who par-
ticipated in any way
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Concert by John Walthausen – Sun. Jan. 17
John Walthausen, a sophomore at Oberlin College
will be performing on Sun. Jan. 17, 3 p.m. at St.
James Church. Please come and spend an hour en-
joying the sounds of the wonderful Casavant organ.
Holy Hour for Life
Rev. John Lanese will preside, Thurs., Jan. 21 at 7
p.m., at St. James Church. Call 434-4028 for in-
formation.
Get Together! St. James Annual MARDI GRAS
There will be a soup and sandwich “get-together” in The St. James Annual MARDI GRAS will be
Zacchaeus’ River Room following the 4:00 p.m. Mass
celebrated on Sat., Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. in the
on Sat., Jan. 23. The menu includes: soup, salads,
school gym. Desserts and fun! Raffle and
sub sandwiches/wraps, dessert and beverages. All
are invited to attend. Sign-up sheets are on the
door prizes!
high table in the church foyer.
Weston Priory Retreats – More info!
Sr. Natalie’s Vacation Schedule Sign-up sheets are now available in the church
Sr. Natalie will be away on vacation starting Fri., foyer for those interested in attending this year’s
Jan. 15 through Sat., Jan. 23. We wish her a retreats: Men’s Retreat: Mar. 12-14 and the
relaxing time away! Women’s Retreat: Mar. 19-21
If you are interested in helping to coordinate the
women’s retreat there will be a meeting with Chris
Opposition to Language Changes
Please sign the petition in the church foyer opposing Lapinski on Jan. 31 after the liturgy
language changes in the liturgy. Info is available to
read. IMMIGRATION MYTH
Myth: Americans oppose immigration; debate in
14th Annual St. James Women's Retreat Congress reflects that.
The 14th Annual St. James Women's Retreat Fact: Some politicians use fearmongering and
is being held the evening of Feb. 5 through the scapegoating of immigrants to attract attention and
evening of Feb. 6 at St. Joseph's Provincial House support. But most people in the U.S., particularly
in Latham. Total cost of the weekend is $100.00 those that live in high immigration areas, are not
anti-immigrant.
which includes lodging, and three meals. That
weekend happens to be the Sisters' Mission week-
end, so if you like to shop, you may want to bring CALENDAR
along some cash! And, the Sisters have a beautiful The Parish Offices and Outreach Center will be
gift shop with handmade items for purchase at a closed on Mon. Jan. 18 in recognition of Martin
low cost. They take cash or check. The theme of Luther King Day
our retreat this year is "New Wine in New Wine Sun., Jan. 17 Women’s Spirituality Group
Skins" and will be facilitated by Sr. Kitty Hanley, Tues., Jan. 19 11:30 a.m. Welcome Table
CSJ, of St. Bernard's Institute. Sr. Kitty is well hosted by
known throughout our diocese for her wonderful Wed., Jan. 20 6:30 p.m. Spring Run-Off meet-
spiritual reflections and her ability to challenge ing
Christians out of their comfort zone. Please, con- Sat., Jan. 23 11:30 a.m. Welcome Table spon-
sored by
sider joining us for this period of reflection,
prayer, story-telling, laughter, and celebration of “Get-Together”/Supper after 4
community, specifically our communities of St. p.m. liturgy
John's/St. Ann's and St. James. I believe if we
really, truly take advantage of our time together, SAVE THE DATE
God will teach us why we have been called to be the Thurs. Jan. 28 Confirmation Ritual Ex-
community of St. Francis of Assisi. perience
--- Annmarie Yellico, St. James Tues. Feb. 2 “Cluster” parishes host the Wel-
To reserve your space (by Fri. Jan. 22), contact come Table
Alison Tovar at 426-1228. Mar. 12-14 Men’s Lenten Retreat at Weston
Mar. 19-21 Women’s Lenten Retreat at Wes-
ton
Sat., Apr. 24 “SPRING RUN-OFF”
WELCOMES ALL!
We’ve been celebrating and serving
in the South End since 1837
88 Fourth Avenue, Albany, New York 12202
472-9091, Fax 427-5983
463-3429 Parish House
www.sjsachurch.org
SERVICES/CELEBRATIONS
Masses (Eucharist)
Saturday Vigil 4 p.m.
The Lord's Day 10:00 a.m.
Christian Initiation of Adults & Infants
and Marriage
Please inquire of Sr. Natalie Runfola, rscj.
Reconciliation / Penance
Individual celebration any time by appointment.
The community celebrates semi-annually
During Advent & Lent.
Anointing of the Sick
Individual celebrations by appointment. We celebrate
semi-annually during Easter & Ordinary Time.
PARISH LIFE DIRECTOR
Sr. Natalie Runfola, rscj #15
Emergencies only: cell # 1-917-364-6905
nrunfola@verizon.net
Parish Staff (Office: 472-9091+Ext.)
Ann Marie Carswell – Pastoral Associate,
Faith Formation #17
Michael Conti - Cemetery Superintendent
465-3970
Patricia Holm – Pastoral Associate,
Administration #16
Lauren Lomanto - Music Director
Barbara Quinn - Outreach Dir. #14
Judith Doody - Asst. to Outreach
Dir. #10
Mary Briggs - Furniture Prog. - #12
Konstantin Tsykun – Musician
John D. Kirwin, Pastor Emeritus
PASTORAL COUNCIL
Ann Marie Carswell, Ellen Catalano, Michael Clarke,
Co-Chair, Michael Conti, Bruce Doud, Leo Hetling,
Wayne Higdon, Pat Holm, Sec., Millie Holmes, Alice
Kolb, Barbara Quinn, Nicole Robilotto, Co-Chair,
Sr. Natalie Runfola, rscj, Christine Schade, Ken
Umina, Dale Walts
TRUSTEES
Bruce Doud & Nicole Robilotto
WEBSTEWARD
Gary Johnson
17 JANUARY 2010
2ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Please turn off all mechanical devices and dispose of
chewing gum before you enter the worship space.
Thank you.