Third Sunday of Ordinary Time
January 22
From that time on, Jesus began to preach and say, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” (Mt 4:12-23 or 4:12-17 )
Prayer of the Week
Heavenly Father,
pour forth your Holy Spirit to inspire me with these words from Holy Scripture.
pour forth your Holy Spirit to inspire me with these words from Holy Scripture.
Stir in my soul the desire to renew my faith
and deepen my relationship with your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ
so that I might truly believe in and live the Good News.
and deepen my relationship with your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ
so that I might truly believe in and live the Good News.
Open my heart to hear the Gospel
and grant me the confidence to proclaim the Good News to others.
and grant me the confidence to proclaim the Good News to others.
Pour out your Spirit, so that I might be strengthened to go forth
and witness to the Gospel in my everyday life through my words and actions.
and witness to the Gospel in my everyday life through my words and actions.
In moments of hesitation, remind me:
- If not me, then who will proclaim the Gospel?
- If not now, then when will the Gospel be proclaimed?
- If not the truth of the Gospel, then what shall I proclaim?
God, our Father, I pray that through the Holy Spirit
I might hear the call of the New Evangelization to deepen my faith,
grow in confidence to proclaim the Gospel
and boldly witness to the saving grace of your Son, Jesus Christ,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.
I might hear the call of the New Evangelization to deepen my faith,
grow in confidence to proclaim the Gospel
and boldly witness to the saving grace of your Son, Jesus Christ,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
Catechism Quote of the Week
466. Why must human life be respected?
Human life must be respected because it is sacred. From its beginning human life involves the creative action of God and it remains forever in a special relationship with the Creator, who is its sole end. It is not lawful for anyone directly to destroy an innocent human being. This is gravely contrary to the dignity of the person and the holiness of the Creator. “Do not slay the innocent and the righteous” (Exodus 23:7).
Checking in with Bishop Walsh
Day of Prayer for the Protection of Human Life
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Welcome Gathering
All Saints Parish will be hosting a welcome gathering for all of the new members of our parish community from the last year. Please come and introduce yourselves after Mass. Sunday, January 22, 2023 All Saints Parish Social Hall after 11:00 Mass If anyone is interested in bringing an hors d’oeuvre to share at the gathering, please email Seth Peters ahead of time: speters@alpenaallsaints.org
Mantles of Mercy
Mantles of Mercy If you know someone in need of a Mantle of Mercy, please contact: Seth Peters: speters@alpenaallsaints.org and let him know what type of mantle and to whom it will be given.
If you would like to help make shawls or quilts for this ministry, please call: Donna Hein: (989) 884-9462 and let her know what kind of skills you can contribute. We will have our next monthly meeting: Wednesday, January 18 at 10:00 am St. John the Baptist Church Please join us.
All Saints Catholic School Presents:
Winter Wonderland Dinner
Grand Raffle Tickets for Sale
Wednesday, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Information has been sent by email, mail, and is also available on our website,
Every Wednesday evening children (K-5) and their parents will gather at St. John Church of All Saints Parish. We are looking forward to seeing all the smiling faces again.
Madonna House Card Party
January 26, 2023 All Saints Parish Social Hall Doors open at 5:00 pm until 9:30 pm Dinner at 6:00 pm Cost: $10 per person We are in need of volunteers to work, bring a door prize, or bring a salad or dessert. For more information or to register or volunteer, please call: Linda Wallen: (989) 354-5720
Join Fr. Tyler on a pilgrimage to Rome and San Giovanni Rotondo
All Saints Parish - Consisting of the churches of St. Anne, St. Bernard, St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception, and St. John the Baptist, All Saints Catholic School, Holy Cross Cemetery and the Friendship Room
Office: 817 Sable Street Alpena, MI 49707 - 989.354.3019
School Office: 500 N. 2nd Ave Alpena, MI 49707 - 989.354.4911