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December 28th, 2014

Christmas Novena Posada

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Saturday/Sábado 5:30 pm Sunday/Domingo 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm (Spanish/Español), Confessions

Saturday 4:00-5:00 pm

On Monday, December 15th through Tuesday, December 23rd, the Devo onal Groups at the Church of St. Bernard along with the Cursillistas Group celebrated our “Devo onal Group Christmas Novena”. During the novena combinaons of different tradi ons are celebrated during the 9 days before Christmas in the countries where our parish devoons originated. We thank everyone who made this year’s Christmas Novena/Posadas a success.

El Lunes, 15 de diciembre hasta el martes 23 de diciembre, los Grupos de devociónales de la iglesia de San Bernardo, junto con el Grupo de los Cursillistas celebrarón nuestra "Novena Navideña de los Grupos Devocionales ". Durante la novena combinaciones de diferentes tradiciones son celebradas durante los 9 días antes de Navidad en los países donde se originaron nuestras devociones parroquiales. Damos las gracias a todos los que hicieron de este año la Novena Navideña / Posadas un éxito.

Ministry Schedules & Hymns This weekend–Dec. 27th & 28th, 2014

Hymns in English

5:30 Mass Altar Servers L. PaƟno (A1), A. Tirado (A2), S. Velezaca (CB), F. Velezaca (BB)

9:00 Mass Entrance - Missale e 61 / O come, All Ye Faithful

Lectors L. Quintero , A. Lueth EucharisƟc Minister C. Cook 9:00 Mass Altar Servers M. Naulaguari (A1), J. Naulaguari (A2) L. Navarro (CB), C. Navarro (BB) Lectors W. ShuƩs , B. Stanton EucharisƟc Minister M. Fargelli 10:30 Mass Altar Servers I. Nisi (A1), M. Onofre (A2) C. Orellana-OrƟz (CB), M. Sánchez (BB) Lectors G. Coatl, R. O’Neil EucharisƟc Minister L. Claroni , L. O’Neil

Offertory - Missale e 70 / O Come, Li le Children Communion - Missale e 71 / Silent Night Closing - Missale e 62 / Joy to the World 5:30/ 10:30 Mass Entrance - Missale e 66 / Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Offertory - Missale e 86 / Once in Royal David’s City Communion –Missale e 64 / Angels We Have Heard on High Closing—Missale e 91 / Angels, From the Realm of Glory

Hymns in Spanish - CánƟcos en Español Entrada Ofertorio Comunión Salida

La Virgen se está peinando Viva Jesús mi amor Campana sobre campana Rin Rin

12:00 Mass Altar Servers D. Rosado (A1), C. Rosas (A2) K. Sisa (CB), L. Sisa (BB) Lectors L. MarƟnez—Commentator A. Hernández—1st Lector L. Ortega—2nd Lector EucharisƟc Minister N. Espinosa, L. Abreu, V. Bonilla

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Christmas Novena Posada

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Religious EducaƟon The Religious Educa on classes will resume on Sunday, January 4th.

Thank You We would like to thank all those who donated their me and talents to this year’s Christmas Pageant, especially Caroline Staab, Lori O’Donnel, Maeve Staab, Victoria McGuire and all the children who par cipated in this special presenta on of the Christmas story. The performance was perfect! We also want to thank Sanae Miyazaki, Br. Pius and our English & Spanish Choir for all the wonderful music. Hear elt gra tude to Martha Alfonso, all the Parish Devo onal Groups, and Cursillistas who organized and parcipated in our 9 day Posada/Novena in Chapel Hall. The posada was a blessing that was filled with many graces for our parish. Thank you to Amodio’s Nursery for decora ng our Church so beau fully this Christmas.

Blessing of Toys There will be a Blessing of Toys at the 9:00 a.m. Children’s Liturgy on Sunday, January 4th, the Feast of the Epiphany (the Feast of the Three Kings). The children are invited to bring one of their Christmas presents - a small toy, game, book or stuffed animal to be blessed that day.

Upcoming Parish MeeƟngs

New Year’s Schedule New Year’s Eve, December 31st 5:30 pm - English Mass New Year’s, January 1st 10:30 am (English), 12:00 pm - (Spanish)

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Señor de los Milagros mee ng, Sunday, December 28th at 1:00 pm in the Community Room. ♦ Divine Infant Jesus mee ng, Sunday, January 4th at 1:00pm in the Guadalupe Room. ♦ Ladies of Charity Mee ng, Wednesday, January 6th at 9:30 am in Chapel Hall. ♦ Virgin of Guadalupe Mee ng, Tuesday, January 6th at 8:00 pm in the Guadalupe Room.

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, & Joseph My eyes have seen your salva on, which you have prepared on the sight of all peoples. -Luke 2:30-31

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Educación Religiosa El Programa de Educación Religiosa comenzará de nuevo el sunday, 4 de enero.

¡Gracias! Queremos agradecer a las personas quienes donaron su empo y talento para la Presentación del Nacimiento de Jesús, especialmente a Caroline Staab, Lori O’Donnel, Maeve Staab, Victoria McGuire y a los niños que par ciparon en esta presentación Navideña. ¡La presentación estuvo perfecta! Y le agradecemos a Sanae Miyazaki, Br. Pius, y a los coros de ingles y español por la maravillosa música. Le agradecemos de corazón a Martha Alfonso, a todos los Grupos de Devoción de Nuestra parroquia y Cursillistas quienes organizaron y par ciparon en los 9 días de la Posada/Novena el cual tuvo lugar en el Chapel Hall. La posada fue una bendición que llenó con muchas gracias a nuestra parroquia. Le agradecemos a el vivero de Amodio por haber decorado hermosamente nuestra Iglesia en esta Navidad.

Bendición de los Juguetes Habrá una Bendición de los juguetes en la misa de los niños el domingo 4 de enero a las 9:00am , la fiesta de la Epifanía (fiesta de los Tres Reyes Magos). Los niños pueden traer uno de sus regalos de Navidad– un juguete pequeño, un juego, un libro, o un peluche, a ser bendecido ese día.

Próximas Reuniones ♦

Reunión del Señor de los Milagros, domingo, 28 de diciembre a la 1:00pm en el Salón de la Comunidad. ♦ Reunión del Divino Niño Jesús, domingo 4 de enero a la 1:00pm en el Salón de Guadalupe. ♦ Reunión de las Damas de la Caridad, martes, 6 de enero a las 9:30am en Chapel Hall. ♦ Reunión de la Virgen de Guadalupe, martes, 6 de enero a las 8:00pm en el Salón de Guadalupe.

Horario de Año Nuevo Vispera de Año Nuevo, 31 de diciembre 5:30 pm - Misa en Ingles Año Nuevo, 1 de enero 10:30 am (inglés), 12:00 pm - (español)

La Sagrada Familia de Jesós, María, y José Mis ojos han visto a tu Salvador, al que has preparado para bien de todos los pueblos. -Lucas 2:30-31 Page 5

Parish Schedule - Horario de la Parroquia Sunday, December 28, 2014 The Holy Family Feast 9:00am Family Mass 10:10am No Religious Education Classes 10:15am Spanish Bible Study 10:30am English Mass 10:30am Cursillistas Meeting - Chapel Hall 12:00pm Spanish Mass 1:00pm Divine Mercy Meeting 8:00pm Senor de los Milagros Novena Monday, December 29, 2014 9:00am Communion Service– Chapel Hall Tuesday, December 30, 2014 9:00am Communion Service –Chapel Hall 7:30pm English Bible Study Wednesday, December 31, 2014 New Year’s Eve 9:00am Mass - Chapel Hall 4:00pm Spanish Bible Meditation - Guad. Rm. 4:00pm No Religious Education Class 5:30pm No Youth Choir Practice - Music Room 5:30pm English Mass 6:30pm Spanish Bible Meditation –Guad. Rm 6:30pm No Religious Education Class 7:00pm No English RCIA 7:30pm Adult Choir Rehearsal-Music Room Thursday, January 1, 2015 Solemnity of Mary Mother of God 10:30am English Mass 12:00pm Spanish Mass - Virgin of the Cloud 7:00pm No Religious Education Class 7:00pm Spanish Bible Meditation 7:00pm No Youth Group Meeting Friday, January 2, 2015 St. Basil the great & Gregory Nazianzen, Bishop, & Doctors 9:00am Mass - Chapel Hall 6:30pm English Classes-2nd Fl. Classroom 7:00pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Saturday, January 3, 2015 The Most Holy name of Jesus 4:00pm Confessions 5:30pm Sunday Vigil Mass

Sunday, January 4, 2015 The Epiphany of the Lord 9:00am Family Mass 10:10am Religious Education Class 10:15am Spanish Bible Study-Guadalupe Rm. 10:30am English Mass 10:30am Cursillistas Meeting-Chapel Hall 12:00pm Spanish Mass 1:00pm Divine Infant Jesus Meeting Monday, January 5, 2015 St. John Neumann 9:00am Communion Service-Chapel Hall

Sunday, January 11, 2015 The Baptism of the Lord 9:00am Family Mass 10:10am Religious Education 10:15am Spanish Bible Study– Guadalupe Room 10:30am English Mass 10:30am Cursillistas Meeting-Chapel Hall 12:00pm Spanish Mass 1:00pm Virgin of Caacupe Meeting 1:00pm Corazones Unidos Meeting Monday, January 12, 2015 9:00am Communion Service-Chapel Hall

Tuesday, January 6, 2015 9:00am Communion Service-Chapel hall 9:30am Ladies of Charity Meeting 7:30pm English Bible Study 8:00pm Our Lady of Guadalupe Meeting

Tuesday, January 13, 2015 9:00am Communion Service-Chapel hall 7:30pm English Bible Study

Wednesday, January 7, 2015 9:00am Mass - Chapel Hall 4:00pm Religious Education Class 4:00pm Spanish Bible Meditation - Guad. Rm. 5:30pm Youth Choir Practice - Music Room 6:30pm Religious Education Class 6:30pm Spanish Bible Meditation - Guad. Rm. 7:00pm English RCIA 7:30pm Adult Choir Practice Thursday, January 8, 2015 9:00am Mass - Chapel Hall 7:00pm Religious Ed. Class 7:00pm Youth Group Meeting - Schnumarcher 7:00pm Spanish Bible Meditation –Guad. Rm Friday, January 9, 2015 9:00am Mass - Chapel Hall 6:30pm English Classes-2nd Fl. Classroom Saturday, January 10, 2015 12:00pm Spanish Baptisms 4:00pm Confessions 5:30pm Sunday Vigil Mass

Wednesday, January 14, 2015 9:00am Mass - Chapel Hall 4:00pm Spanish Bible Meditation 4:00pm Religious Education Classes 5:30pm Youth Choir Practice - Music Room 6:30pm Religious Education Classes 7:00pm English RCIA 7:30pm Adult Choir Practice Thursday, January 15, 2015 9:00am Mass - Chapel Hall 7:00pm Religious Ed. Classes 7:00pm Youth Group Meeting 7:00pm Spanish Bible Meditation-Guad. Rm. Friday, January 16, 2015 9:00am Mass - Chapel Hall 6:30pm English Classes - 2nd Fl. Classrooms Saturday, January 17, 2015 St. Anothony, Abbot 4:00pm Confessions 5:00pm English Cursillo 5:30pm Sunday Vigil Mass

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Invest just five minutes a day, and your faith will deepen and grow—a day at a time. Sunday, December 28, 2014 Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus , Mary , and Joseph Family bonds Immediately after the excitement of a new baby’s arrival begins the hard work of being a family. After Jesus’ arrival in the most humble of circumstances, his family had to flee to Egypt for his protection. They did what was expected of them as parents, presenting their infant in the temple, but they made mistakes, too— such as leaving their adolescent son behind on return from a trip to Jerusalem. While you do your best as a family, and fall short, it’s the working together for one another that counts. Today’s readings: Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 or Genesis 15:1-6; 21:1-3; Colossians 3:12-21 or 3:12-17 or Hebrews 11:8, 11-12, 17-19; Luke 2:22-40 or 2:22, 39-40 (17). “Put on, as God’s chosen ones . . . heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience . . .” Monday, December 29 Feast of Thomas Becket , bishop , martyr The last temptation of Thomas Thomas Becket, archbishop of Canterbury, was murdered in his cathedral on this day in 1170. Becket was appointed by King Henry II, who then wanted Thomas to turn control of the church over to him. Thomas almost gave Henry what he wanted but ultimately resisted, leading to his death. In T.S. Eliot’s Murder in the Cathedral, Becket faces a final temptation to seek martyrdom for earthly glory and revenge. Thomas at one point in the play says, “The last temptation is the greatest treason: To do the right deed for the wrong reason.” The next time you find yourself thinking, “I’ll show you . . .” pause to consider if you are about to do the right thing for the wrong reason. Today’s readings: 1 John 2:3-11; Luke 2:22-35 (202). “Lord, now let your servant go in peace; your word has been fulfilled.” Tuesday, December 30 Sixth day within the Octave of the Nativity of the Lord A priceless gift Earthly wisdom says that everything you need is just a purchase away—beauty, peace, and even happiness. The truth, though, is that God’s Word is the only thing that lasts forever. No purchase can fill the space created in you for and by God, a space laid claim to by the Word of God made human in Jesus Christ. Just as Jesus lived out unconditional love through union with others, so you’re called to live. The return for such self-giving? A gift without price: a life rooted in God, filled with beauty, peace, and, ultimately, happiness. Today’s readings: 1 John 2:12-17; Luke 2:36-40 (203). “The world and its enticement are passing away. But whoever does the will of God remains forever.” Wednesday, December 31 Feast of Sylvester I, pope The strong, silent type Great leaders are often thought of as forceful and authoritarian,

with big personalities and egos to match—someone such as Emperor Constantine, for example, whose qualities enabled him to achieve stupendous things. But there are other kinds of leaders, too—ones who have the quiet wisdom to shepherd dynamic people and times. Such a leader was Pope Sylvester I, who presided over the church during the momentous events of Constantine’s reign, including the Council of Nicaea and the building of Rome’s most famous basilicas. Very little is known about Sylvester, except that he is an example of how to foster change with humility. Today’s readings: 1 John 2:18-21; John 1:1-18 (204). “A man named John was sent from God. He came for testimony, to testify to the light, so that all might believe through him.” Thursday, January 1, 2015 Octave day of the Nativity of the Lord ; Solemnity of Mary , the Holy Mother of God Ring in the news The birth of a much-awaited child is a joyous occasion. Such was the case when the shepherds found that Mary had given birth to a baby, one who was to change the world! The shepherds were the bearers of the exciting news, sharing it with people far and wide. Meanwhile for Mary, the birth was another step in a very personal journey with God. She was the bearer of God’s Word, entrusted with nurturing the new life in the world. As we move into the New Year, how will we, like the shepherds and Mary, be bearers of the Good News in our world? Today’s readings: Numbers 6:22-27; Galatians 4:4-7; Luke 2:1621 (18). “The shepherds went in haste to Bethlehem.” Friday, January 2 Feast of Basil the Great , bishop , Doctor of the church No good deed goes unpunished When Athanasius died in the year 373, the mantle of defender of the faith at a time of division and heresy fell upon Basil. He strove to unite his fellow Catholics, and for his troubles he was misunderstood, misrepresented, and accused of heresy and ambition. “For my sins,” he once wrote, “I seem to be unsuccessful in everything.” Some 72 years after his death, however, the Council of Chalcedon described him as “the great Basil, minister of grace who has expounded the truth to the whole earth.” Stay the course with your own efforts to do good, even in the face of opposition—history will be the final judge. Today’s readings: 1 John 2:22-28; John 1:19-28 (205). “I am the voice of one crying out in the desert, ‘Make straight the way of the Lord.’ ” Saturday, January 3 Feast of the Most Holy Name of Jesus Power of names Jesus has many titles, and at Christmastime, we’re reminded that Jesus is called by yet another name: Emmanuel, which means “God with us.” Eight days after his birth, he was circumcised and named Jesus, which means “God saves” and was the name an angel told Mary and Joseph to give him. This name itself, heavenly selected, is an object of Catholic devotion, a name to be venerated throughout the year. Today’s readings: 1 John 2:29-3:6; John 1:29-34 (206). “Behold, Page 7 the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world.”

Mass Intentions for the Week Saturday, December 27, 2014 5:30 Joe Castagna Sunday, December 28, 2014 9:00 Catherine Zuccolo 10:30 Lou Fortunate 12:00 For the people Monday, December 29, 2014 9:00 Communion Service Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Last Sunday’s CollecƟon : First CollecƟon : $ 4,042 Second CollecƟon: $ 1,467 (Fuel) Today’s Second Collec on is for Snow plowing. Next week’s second collec on will be for Catholic University of America. Thank you for your generous support of our parish. La segunda Colecta de hoy es para el arado de nieve. La segunda colecta de la próxima semana será para las Universidades Católicas de América. Gracias por sus generosas contribuciones a nuestra parroquia.

9:00 Communion Service Wednesday, December 31, 2014 5:30 Evelyn Valetu Thursday, January 1, 2015 10:30 Iannace Family—Living & Deceased 12:00 Manuel Gu errez Friday, January 2, 2015 9:00 Anna & Angelo Barberio Saturday, January 3, 2015 5:30 Dolores McLoughlin Sunday, January 4, 2015 9:00 For the people 10:30 Roseana Zanazzi Woodberry 12:00 Santos Castro

Prayers for the Sick Please remember in your prayers those who are ill and those who serve them. Recemos por todas las personas de nuestra parroquia quienes se encuentran enfermas. Teresa DeQuina Michael DiGuilmi Shyrlye Jaramillo Reyna Le owitz María Romero-Pérez Micky Stagg

This Friday, January 2nd, is the First Friday of the Month. Please join the community at 7:00 pm for an hour of Prayer with Christ during the Exposi on of the Blessed Sacrament the Benedic on. Este viernes, 2 de enero es el primer viernes del mes. Les invitamos a todos a reunirse como comunidad a las 7:00 pm en una hora de oración ante Nuestro Señor Jesucristo durante la Exposición del Sanơsimo.

St. Bernard’s Capital Campaign Update Total Amount Pledged: $566,069 Total Amount in Payments: $286,268 Average Pledge: $2,088.82

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ANNOUNCEMENTS OF EL CENTRO HISPANO

ANUNCIOS DEL CENTRO HISPANO 914-289-0500

FEAST OF THE THREE WISE MEN In keeping with the tradition, once again this year, El Centro Hispano will celebrate the arrival of the Three Kings by distributing toys to all the parish children between the ages of 1 and 12 on Sunday, January 4 at 1:30pm here in the gym. We are very grateful to the following groups and organizations who donated so generously all the toys: Archbishop Stepinac High School Football Team, College of Westchester, Scarsdale High School Spanish Club, White Plains High School Spanish Club, White Plains High School Latino Coalition, Rye Presbyterian Church, Woman’s Club of White Plains JUNIOR COUNSELOR TRAINING If you would like to work with young children in an after school program, earning $8.75/hr, please call Janet Spencer at (914) 4221378 x6721 or visit her office in H-Café at WPHS for more information or to obtain an application. Participants should be 14 - 17 years of age. Must love kids; have no prior experience; have good grades; have a valid work permit and be able to commit to an 8 week program (Mon-Fri 3-6pm) . EL CENTRO HISPANO SCHOLARSHIPS If you are interested in applying for a scholarship from El Centro Hispano, please contact Ms. Lesley Tompkins, Director of the Guidance Department at White Plains High School. The requirements to receive a scholarship are as follows: 1. Have a grade point average of at least 3.5* or have a grade point average of at least 3.0* and have volunteered at El Centro Hispano more than 20 hours a year. 2. Write a two-page essay indicating why he/she should be considered for this scholarship. 3. Must have financial need. 4. Be involved in extracurricular activities in school and/ or the community. Special consideration will be given to those students who volunteered at El Centro Hispano or El Centro Hispano- sponsored events. 5. Be Hispanic or of Hispanic descent. 6. Be accepted at a college or university, which the student will attend in September. 7. Speak Spanish. 8. Complete the application on time. 9. Reside or attend a school in White Plains. 10. Graduate from high school the year of the application. 11. Use the money awarded in the fall of that same year (the money cannot be put on hold for one year to another). * Students with this grade point average will be considered for an El Centro Hispano scholarship; whether or not they will get one will be dependent on funds available. Please note: Applying for a scholarship is no guarantee that a student will get a scholarship from El Centro Hispano.

FIESTA DE REYES MAGOS Como todos los años, una vez más, para conservar nuestra tradición navideña, el Centro Hispano celebrará la llegada de los Tres Reyes Magos, el próximo domingo, 4 de enero, aquí en el gimnasio de la iglesia a la 1:30pm. Todos los niños entre las edades de 1 y 12 años recibirán un regalo de mano de los tres reyes, que les recibirán vestidos con sus hermosos trajes. Les damos las más expresivas gracias a los siguientes grupos u organizaciones que tan generosamente donaron los juguetes:Archbishop Stepinac High School Football Team, College of Westchester, Scarsdale High School Spanish Club, White Plains High School Spanish Club, White Plains High School Latino Coalition, Rye Presbyterian Church, Woman’s Club of White Plains. PLAZAS DE EMPLEO PARA JOVENES Si te gustaría trabajar con niños en un programa después de las clases ganando $8.75 la hora, por favor llama a Janet Spencer at (914) 4221378 x6721 o visítala en su oficina H-Café en la WPHS para más información o para recoger la solicitud. Los jóvenes interesados deben tener de 14 – 17 años; les debe gustar trabajar con niños; no tener experiencia previa; tener buenas calificaciones, tener un permiso de trabajo vigente y estar dispuesto a trabajar por 8 semanas de lunes a viernes de 3-6 pm. BECAS DEL CENTRO HISPANO Si están interesados en solicitar a las becas del Centro Hispano, deben contactar la oficina de consejería y hablar con la Sra. Lesley Tompkins, Directora del Departamento de Consejería de la Escuela Secundaria de White Plains. Los requisitos para recibir las becas son los siguientes: 1. Tener un promedio académico mínimo de 3.5*, o tener un promedio académico de 3.0* y haber trabajado voluntariamente en el Centro Hispano más de 20 horas al año. 2. Escribir una composición de dos páginas explicando por qué se le debe considerar para esta beca. 3. Demostrar que necesita ayuda financiera. 4. Estar involucrado en actividades extra-curriculares en el colegio y en la comunidad, especialmente en el Centro Hispano. Los estudiantes que son voluntarios en el Centro tendrán preferencia. 5. Ser hispano o de descendencia hispana. 6. Haber sido aceptado en una universidad a la cual asistirá en septiembre. 7. Hablar español. 8. Llenar la solicitud a tiempo. 9. Vivir en White Plains o estudiar en una de las escuelas privadas o públicas de esta ciudad. 10. Graduarse de la escuela secundaria este año. 11. Usar el dinero para pagar la matrícula del primer semestre del año escolar 2013-2014.(No pueden guardar el dinero de un año para otro) *Los estudiantes con este promedio académico serán considerados para la beca del Centro Hispano. De acuerdo a los fondos que tengamos determinaremos si el estudiante recibe la beca o no. Por favor tenga en cuenta que no es garantizado que los estudiantes que apliquen recibirán una beca del Centro Hispano. Page 9