Hello Crozet friends,
Sunday 1/17 is the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time.
When is the 1st Sunday in Ordinary Time?
Trick question, there isn't one! Here's why.
Immediately following the Christmas season, the Roman Rite of the Catholic Church celebrates “Ordinary Time.” However, it can be confusing as many Catholics come to Mass on Sunday and the priest will explain how it is the “2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time“!
Wait, what happened to the “1st Sunday“? Did I miss something?
In January, the Church celebrates the feast of Epiphany on January 6 and in most places in the world this feast is transferred to the nearest Sunday.
The Baptism of the Lord is then celebrated on the next available Sunday, still within the Christmas season.
The confusing part is that the liturgical season of Christmas ends on the feast of the Baptism of the Lord. This means that the next day that follows (typically Monday), is the beginning of Ordinary Time.
Since the Sunday celebration has already happened, the only possible choice is to begin the 1st “week” of Ordinary Time on a Monday (or Tuesday).
This means the first Sunday in the season of Ordinary Time is the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time! Talk about confusing!
After that the rest of the year is “normal,” but it’s interesting to note that Ordinary Time is the only liturgical season in the Roman Rite to begin on a week day.
Mass information: Registration for Mass allows us to plan ahead to assure that seating is within the social distancing guidelines. If you do not sign up, you may still come to Mass and seats will be on a first come, first served basis. For all attendees COVID-19 protocols (including wearing a face covering and maintaining appropriate social distance) must be followed. If you are unable to join us yet for public Mass, we are now livestreaming it on our Facebook page at facebook.com/OLRCrozet.
Sunday Mass 1/17
Mass at Crozet Baptist Church
1:30 PM
Home Reception of the Eucharist 1/17
Request an Extraordinary Minister bring Eucharist to your home. All dates and times will be confirmed by the Eucharistic Minister. Please be sure your contact information is updated in Flocknote.
Sunday 1/17 after 1:30 PM Mass
January Crozet Chat dates:
- Jan 12: scheduled for 4 PM
- Jan 19: cancelled
- Jan 26: scheduled for 4 PM
Chats with Msgr. Keeney are livestreamed on our Facebook page, and recorded/available for viewing at other times.
2021 Annual Diocesan Appeal: Building our Family of Faith
How are your New Year’s resolutions going? It is said that in order for a resolution to become a habit, it takes 3 weeks. Well, we’re in week 2 of the new year. You’re close to making them a habit, a routine, a reality. Is a “stewardship way of life” one of your resolutions this year? It’s not too late to make Giving, Praying and Serving a habit each week. Make a commitment today to give, pray and serve as your part in the upcoming Annual Diocesan Appeal.
In Pew weekends are coming in February. Because of the ongoing reality of Covid-19, both in-pew weekends for the 2021 Appeal will be digital-based. More information will be forthcoming as we get closer.
As our Annual Diocesan Appeal approaches, let our own baptism remind us to love God through prayer and serving others and through our generous financial support, as members of the Our Lady of the Rosary Mission
In Pew weekends are coming in February. Because of the ongoing reality of Covid-19, both in-pew weekends for the 2021 Appeal will be digital-based. More information will be forthcoming as we get closer.
As our Annual Diocesan Appeal approaches, let our own baptism remind us to love God through prayer and serving others and through our generous financial support, as members of the Our Lady of the Rosary Mission
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This week: Msgr. Keeney is scheduled to have office hours on Wednesday, but Fr. Masla is on vacation and will not have office hours on Thursday.
Website: https://olrcrozet.org/
Office: 1186 Crozet Ave (Blue Goose Bldg, 2nd floor)
Mailing address: PO Box 74, Crozet VA 22932 (for checks and other mail)
Office: 1186 Crozet Ave (Blue Goose Bldg, 2nd floor)
Mailing address: PO Box 74, Crozet VA 22932 (for checks and other mail)
Email: info@olrcrozet.org
Phone: 434-812-2936
Please call the office to schedule Confession.
Rev. Msgr. Timothy E. Keeney, Pastor msgrtimkeeney@olrcrozet.org
Fr. Christopher M. Masla, Parochial Vicar frchris@olrcrozet.org
Music and Liturgy Coordinator: Jean DePiro jeand@olrcrozet.org
Faith Formation: Deborah Samley deborahs@olrcrozet.org
Parish Life: Lori Mohr Pedersen lorip@olrcrozet.org
Communications: Betty Groth bettyg@olrcrozet.org
Social Outreach: socialministry@olrcrozet.org
Communications: Betty Groth bettyg@olrcrozet.org
Social Outreach: socialministry@olrcrozet.org
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Our Lady of the Rosary, Pray for us!