MISSION STATEMENT. January 8, Hudson Ave., Rochester, NY Rectory at 34 St. Stanislaus St. Phone:

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1 St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish praises God through Jesus, Mary and the saints, as the central focus of our spiritual community. We welcome all people into our faith community through the celebration of sacraments especially Eucharist, Baptisms, Weddings and the Sacramental, especially Funerals, Blessings and Devotions. We work to preserve the ethnic and historical traditions of our community, and to share with others the richness of our heritage and culture. We share and grow in understanding of the Gospel message as we practice the charity through good works and service to others Hudson Ave., Rochester, NY Rectory at 34 St. Stanislaus St. Phone: Fax: MISSION STATEMENT January 8, 2017 e mail address: rststani@dor.org Website: REV. ROMAN CALY Pastor MRS. BRIDGET NOWAK MRS. MAGDALENA WNUK MRS. PAMELA MOORE MR. DARIUSZ TEREFENKO MRS. DOROTHY PROCACCINI PARISH COUNCIL: MR. HENRY HERDZIK MR. WALDEK WOJDAK MS. KATHY GUSTYN Finance Director Secretary/Bookkeeper Religious Education Coordinator Organist Senior Ministries Chairperson Vice-Chairperson Secretary OFFICE HOURS: Monday through Friday 9:00 AM 2:30 PM. Saturday: 9:00 AM. 1:00 PM. Evenings by appointment MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday: 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. (English) 11:00 a.m. (Polish) Weekdays: Monday 8:00 a.m., Tuesday 5:30 p.m., Wednesday 8:00 a.m. Thursday 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. with Holy Hour at 5:15 p.m. and Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 6:30 p.m. SACRAMENT OF PENANCE Saturday: 3:00 3:40 p.m. or by appointment Please remember the ST. STANISLAUS CHURCH OF ROCHESTER, NY (our legal title) considering bequests, endowments, memorials or other special contributions when making out your will. All donations are tax deductible. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Sundays at 12:15 p.m. or by appointment SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE: Couples are asked to contact the office at least six months before marriage is to take place. NEW PARISHIONERS: Welcome! Please stop at the Rectory during business hours and introduce yourself. We would like to get to know you. CARE OF THE SICK: Inform staff when relatives are confined to home so that we can arrange to have the Eucharist brought to them. Please notify us of family members living in nursing homes or institutions.

2 SATURDAY JANUARY 7 Vigil: The Epiphany of the Lord 4:00 p.m. Living and deceased members of the Holy Name of Jesus Society SUNDAY - JANUARY 8 The Epiphany of the Lord 9:00 a.m. Joseph Mattioli (Daughter Leanora) 11:00 a.m. Polish Mass Janina and Tadeusz Jurzyniec (Syn z Rodziną) MONDAY JANUARY 9 The Baptism of the Lord 8:00 a.m. Martin Krukonis (Wendy Nezelek Budi) TUESDAY JANUARY 10 5:30 p.m. Special intention: Blessings for Natalie Torquato (Family) WEDNESDAY JANUARY 11 8:00 a.m. Antoni i Franciszka Herdzik (Syn, Stanisław Herdzik) THURSDAY JANUARY 12 8:00 a.m. Larry Jakubaszek (Co-worker, Walter Szablowski) 5:30 p.m. John Unwin (Makuła family) FRIDAY - JANUARY 13 Saint Hilary, Bishop and Doctor of the Church 8:00 a.m. Bronisława Ferenc (Anna Ziekiewicz) 5:15 p.m. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Confession 6:00 p.m. Henryka and Franciszek Malarz (Lucyna and Zbigniew Malarz) 6:30 p.m. Chaplet of Divine Mercy SATURDAY JANUARY 14 8:00 a.m. Charles W. Vorndran (Roslyn Polvino) Vigil: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 4:00 p.m. Regina and Stanley Pollock (Jim and Sonja Stenclik) SUNDAY - JANUARY 15 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:00 a.m. Shut-ins of Saint Stanislaus Parish 11:00 a.m. Polish Mass 5th Anniversary: Henry Bujak (Wife and Children) O God, by your heavenly star, You guided those who were wise To your beloved Son, Jesus Christ. May your blessing come to rest on our home and all of us. Make our lives wise with your wisdom, true to your teaching and enlivened by your love. Make your Word made flesh make His home among us. Amen. Live the Liturgy Inspiration for the Week Today's feast of the Epiphany reminds us that Jesus came into the world for all, not just a select group of people. Into all nations a light has come and today we reflect on the wonderful gift Jesus gives us in Light. If we journey with Him, there is always hope and the darkness of confusion, ignorance, sin, and even death is dispelled. God is with us and knows every aspect of what it means to be truly human. A very warm welcome is extended to all who have come to St. Stanislaus Church to worship this Epiphany weekend. We are grateful to our parishioners and we welcome our guests who visit us this weekend. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS SATURDAY JANUARY 7 6:00 p.m. Opłatek Dinner Dance (Auditorium) SUNDAY JANUARY 8 Coffee Hour after the Masses 3:00 p.m. Taking down Christmas trees and decorations MONDAY JANUARY 9 6:15 p.m. Religious Education Classes (Religious Education Center) 7:30 p. m. - Northeast Freedom AA Group meeting (Auditorium) WEDNESDAY JANUARY 11 1:00 p.m. Golden Age meeting SATURDAY JANUARY 14 8:45 a.m. 10:00 a.m. First Confession/ First Communion classes (Religious Education Center) 10:00 a.m. Polish School SUNDAY JANUARY 15 Coffee Hour after the Masses Thank You Thanks to the generosity of many of you our Church was beautifully decorated for Christmas with beautiful Christmas trees and abundance of Christmas flowers this Christmas Season!

3 Epiphany of the Lord "And behold, the star that they had seen at its rising preceded them, until it came and stopped over the place where the child was." In our day and age, the star of Christmas has become a kind of decorative symbol that adorns manger scenes and Christmas trees. It suggests something good and bright and holy, a visual indicator that the "Light of the World" has appeared. But today, on the feast of the Epiphany, we recall that originally, this star was not just a pretty symbolic ornament. This star was a sign from God that intervened in the operations of the physical universe. The Magi understood that this star was sent from God to indicate where his Son would be born. Of course it should not surprise us in this season of all seasons that God should choose to order the universe according to his purposes. Jesus has just been born of a virgin! God has just taken on human flesh. These events in themselves are extraordinary divine interventions--miracles that defy the standard operation of things. Why shouldn't God choose to send a luminous star where He wants it, when He wants it? Why shouldn't He reveal His plan through the things that He created in the first place? The beauty of today's feast is found, in part, in the fact that the Magi were able to recognize this sign from God. They waited for it, they saw it, and they rejoiced in it: "They were overjoyed at seeing the star." We too should be overjoyed in this season of God's special revelation to us. We may need the eyes to recognize it, but truly we have waited for a Savior, we have seen His appearance at Christmas, and now it is time to celebrate! God is at work in our physical world. He has come here, now to save us. This is cause for rejoicing! Baptism of the Lord "I need to be baptized by you, and yet you are coming to me?" Jesus didn't need to be washed clean of any sin, and John the Baptist knew it. But nonetheless, Jesus was humble enough to be baptized like the rest of us. This humility is at the heart of Jesus' mission on earth. As Saint Paul says, Jesus "emptied himself...coming in human likeness...he humbled Himself" (Phil 2:7-8). He did not need to become human, to be born of a woman into a poor family, or to suffer and die on the cross. Rather, Jesus freely chose to do all of these things out of love for us. And in the process, he gave us a model to follow. By being baptized, Jesus emphasized the importance of participating in this sacred action. And later in His ministry, He confirmed the significance of Baptism when He instructed His apostles to "make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit" (Mt 28:19). Through baptism, we become disciples of Jesus. As baptized Christians, we are both called and equipped to be Christ's followers, His pupils, and His friends. Today, we might ask ourselves if we are embracing this calling wholeheartedly. Do we follow Jesus' example of love for God and neighbor? Do we study His word and live by His teaching? Do we nurture our relationship with Him, as we would with any friend? Jesus humbled Himself for our sake. Let us show our gratitude by being His faithful disciples today and every day. Please Pray for Please pray for all those in hospitals, who are ill or recovering from surgery, and all those ailing at home, in hospice or in nursing homes. Please keep in your prayers: Linda Adams, Phyllis Adamski, Marylu Balacki, Ruth Banaszak, Arlene Bialaszewski, Dolores Biddle, Leonard Brozak, Ian Joseph Bruckhaus, Joseph Camptone, Carol Capidone, Norma Coleman, Carl Conde, Linda Cranston, Nolan Cybulski, Irene Czerwiec, Lee Daly-Homa, Irene Drake, Hania Ferenc, Casimera Francione, Phyllis Gardiner, Eleanore Golomb, Veronica Hajecki, Ruth Hoffman, Kathy Przyklek-Jedrzejek, Connie Kawka, Hanna Knapik, Irene Knight, Joan and Nick Legonelli, Norma Leblanc, Irene Lichwiarz, Bogdan Madys, Anne May, Theodore McCracken, Kathleen McHugh, Jim Mills, Justina Montanez, Iwona Muszak, Helena Nadworniak, Emily Nakas, Maria Nawrocki-Dzyban, Susan Oberle, Thomas I. Orczyk, Cristine Paradowski, Vincent Parks Jr., Walter Pawlak, Gloria and Bernie Pensek, Quinn Pomroy, Genevieve Rodgers, Zofia Robaczynski, Fabian Rogalski, Joe Rogers, Shirley Rojek, Trudy Rosolowski, Paul Russello, Rick Rosser, Elaine Scalzo, Tom Schramil, Genevieve Skiba, Stephen Skura, Sharon Smith, George Swartz, Trudy Swol, Barbara Webster, Bernard and Trina Weeg, Janet Zienkiewicz, Ann Zukosky and Józef Zawitkowski. To add a loved one s name to this prayer list or to take someone off the prayer list, please call the parish office at If you or a family member is admitted to the hospital and would like Fr. Roman to visit and/or administer the Sacrament of Healing, please call the rectory. Why Do We Do That? Catholic Traditions Explained Question: In our church, on the feast of Epiphany, we write the initials C+M+B over the doorway, what does this stand for or mean? Answer: Epiphany, like Christmas, is celebrated in various ways by different nationalities and cultures. The customs and traditions surrounding these days give them a distinct feel and meaning. In many Slavic traditions, Epiphany is observed by marking the year on the mantle of the entrance to a room or house. In the center of the year are the initials of the traditional names of the three Wise Men: Caspar, Melchior, and Balthasar. An alternative explanation asserts that the initials stand for the Latin "Christus Mansionem Benedicat," "Christ bless this house." Regardless of the interpretation, the purpose is to ask God's blessing on the home, marking it as though the Wise Men had come and found therein the Christ Child. It also recalls the marking of the doorways in Egypt with the blood of the lamb so that the angel of death would pass over. God's blessing comes to each home as a source of protection and grace. Night of Lights A "Night of Lights" will be held at St. Stanislaus Church is Saturday, January 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. There will be Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, an opportunity to light a candle, request prayer, go to Confession or speak to a priest about your spiritual journey. For more information please call

4 Święto Trzech Króli W tą Niedzielę obchodzimy uroczystość Objawienia Pańskiego, znaną też Świętem Trzech Króli. Królowie: Kacper, Melchior i Baltazar udali się do Betlejem, aby oddać pokłon nowo narodzonemu Jezusowi Chrystusowi. Złożyli Mu w darze złoto, kadzidło i mirrę. Z tym wydarzeniem wiąże się zwyczaj święcenia w uroczystość Objawienia Pańskiego: kredy, kadzidła i wody. Z uroczystością Objawienia Pańskiego wiąże się zwyczaj święcenia kredy, kadzidła i wody. Jest to nawiązanie do darów, które Trzej Królowie - Kacper, Melchior i Baltazar, złożyli Dzieciątku. Tradycją święta Trzech Króli jest pisanie na drzwiach domu poświęconą kredą, trzech liter - K+M+B oraz cyfr nowego roku. Prawidłowo zamiast litery K na drzwiach domostw powinna być pisana litera C. Litery te oznaczają z języka łacińskiego "Christus mansionem benedicat" - Niech Chrystus mieszkanie błogosławi. Według tradycji litery te również mogą oznaczać imiona trzech króli. Uroczystość Objawienia Pańskiego zaliczana jest do ważnych uroczystości w całym roku liturgicznym. Dzień ten jest upamiętnieniem oddania czci Jezusowi, zapowiedzianemu Mesjaszowi, który narodził się dla wszystkich, bez względu na rasę, narodowość czy wyznawaną religię i pragnie zbawienia każdego człowieka. Mędrcy adorujący Dzieciątko Jezus, reprezentują właśnie tych ludzi różnych raz, języków i narodów, którzy pozdrawiają Boga w osobie Jezusa Chrystusa- Króla Wszechświata. Ponadto w Polsce dzień ten obchodzony jest jako dzień modlitw w intencji polskich misjonarzy, którzy jak Trzej Królowie zostawili swoje domy i poszli głosić Ewangelię "aż po krańce świata". Chrzest Pański Wszyscy czterej Ewangeliści zgodnie opisują chrzest Jezusa w Jordanie. Umieszczają go na początku Jego publicznej działalności. Od swojego Chrztu Jezus rozpoczyna wypełnianie misji Proroka i Mesjasza. Jak dla całego Kościoła Zesłanie Ducha Świętego było momentem, od którego rozpoczęła się Jego działalność, tak dla Chrystusa tym wydarzeniem był Jego chrzest w Jordanie. Chrzest Jezusa to jakby pierwsze Zielone Świątki. W czasie swojego chrztu Chrystus otrzymuje pełnię Ducha Świętego. Otrzymuje też potwierdzenie swojego Boskiego synostwa i swojego wybrania przez Ojca. March for Life 2017 DOR to DC Buses are leaving from around the Diocese to the March for Life in DC. Join 1000 s marching for a day when every human life will be valued and protected. Buses leave Thursday night, January 26 and return Friday night, January 27. Mass with Bishop Matano at 10 AM, Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. March with Bishop Matano and others from the DOR. Make your bus reservations today. Contact: Greece (Mother of Sorrows) ghubbel@frontiernet.net; Webster/Penfield (Holy Spirit) committeeforlife@yahoo.com; Diocesan Mass for Life Bishop Matano will be celebrating the 10: 30 AM Mass on Sunday, January 22, 2017 at Holy Apostles Church, 7 Austin St in the City of Rochester. This is on the 44 th Anniversary of Roe vs Wade and we will be praying for the protection of all human life, especially the vulnerable unborn. The parish is hosting a coffee and donut reception following Mass. Questions? Contact Suzanne Stack, Diocesan Life Issues Coordinator, at x1304 or sstack@dor.org. Food Drive Just 1 Can (or 2)!!!! The holidays are over but hunger among the poor and needy continues throughout the year. Please bring in JUST ONE Can of food each week. This will help to feed a family while you practice the Corporal Work of Mercy- Feed the Hungry. It is a win-win for all! Each week (although ANY food item is welcome) we will list a food that is critically needed for the Sr. Regis Food Cupboard. Just bring in 1 can of the item. If EVERYONE who attends Mass does this we will be able to donate about 400 items each week! That would feed a LOT of people! This week we need: Black or Red Beans & Cereal We Need Your Helping Hands! This Sunday, January 8th, at 3:00 p.m. we will be taking down our Christmas trees and Christmas decorations. We hope that many of you will come back to help us. Your help will be greatly appreciated. We look forward to seeing you! Extraordinary Ministers - Lectors - Commentators Altar Servers Ushers Schedule for Saturday and Sunday: January 14-15, 2017 Mass Time Extraordinary Ministers of the Holy Communion Lectors Commentators Altar Servers Ushers Saturday 4:00 p.m. Sonja Stenclik Gerry Wilson Sonja Stenclik Sonja Stenclik Jenna Taha Jessica Kowalski Gene Golomb George Madden, Bill Brand, Paul Jasen Sunday 9:00 a.m. Sister Francella, Sister Barbara Chuck/Jan Vorndran Charles Vorndran Kate Robson Amanda/Jack/Phillip Procaccini, Lexi/Tori Hajec Stephen Zielinski, Eugene Chmiel Sr. Ken Gustyn Don Williams Sunday Polish Mass 11:00 a.m. Cecylia Tryt Krystyna Lizak Witek Lawrynowicz Grażyna Lawrynowicz Maria Makula Jan Wnuk, Lucja Rzepa John Knick, Mark Sewhuk, Maciej Kostecki, Bronislaw Suchodolski

5 Additional Midnight Mass Luminaries... The following people were remembered on the Luminaries at Midnight Mass. We apologize that the names were omitted from the list due to submission past the printing deadline: In loving memory of: Pete and Connie Rossi, Pat and Sylvia Neering, Ryan S., Jennifer Rossi, Mary Therese DeCaro, Eric Hable, George Jovanovich, Phil Leo, Mike Fleming and Bob Breisch. Catholic Charities - Thanks You! To all the generous Parishioners of St. Stanislaus Kostka Church: WOW! Thank you for putting so much time and effort into helping our clients and their families have a happy Christmas season. With your help we were able to provide the gift of anticipation, hope and joy to over 800 people.your generosity is so appreciated. We truly enjoyed working with all of you. May you always receive more than you give. Again, thank you from our clients, their families and our staff. Sincerely, Marianne Tucker, Christmas Giving Project Coordinator Support Those Who Advertise in Our Bulletin The Saint Stanislaus Parish Bulletin is provided for our parish through the generosity of the advertisers on the back pages of the bulletin. Please support their businesses. This week we thank: James Crowley Plumbing Yearly Budget 7/1/16-6/30/17: $323,548 As of December 25: $152,457 Our Gifts to God For the Work of Our Church For the weekend of December 24-25, 2016 Offering: Attendance: Saturday 4:00 p.m. $ 2, Midnight Mass Midnight $ 2, Sunday 9:00 a.m. $ 1, :00 a.m. $ 1, Rectory $ Christmas $ 4, Additional Christmas Flowers $ Online Giving Dec. $ 3, God s Word tells us there are blessings to be found when we return to the Lord from the blessings we have received. Offering Due to New Year s holiday and the offices being closed, the offering for the weekend of December 31- January 1, 2017, will be included in January 15th bulletin.