SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Pss II  Seasonal prop

Prop Gl Cr Sun Pf I-VIII

66: Is 62:1-5  Ps 96:1-3, 7-10

1 Cor 12: 4-11  Jn 2: 1-11

At Cana in Galilee, Jesus performed the first of his signs, revealing his glory to his disciples (3), and later to all the nations (1, Ps). He has revealed as well the manifestation of the Spirit who distributes different gifts as he chooses (2).

Stewardship

In today’s second reading, St. Paul tells the Corinthians

(and us) that all of our gifts are from God and that they are given, not for ourselves alone, but for the common good.  But the generosity of God knows no limits - the miracle at Cana reminds us that whenever we faithfully do as God asks, He can change our gifts of water into wine!

PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL OF OUR PARISHIONERS including John Vanderhoff, Tony Gangitano, David King, Mary Pokotello, John & Peter Foxwell, Haley Weber, Frank Stashak, Blanche Ferarro, Josephine Sarnoski, and Elizabeth Connelly, Kippy Hale,

Loretta Girard

Collections

Final Christmas Collection Total  $14033.00

Sunday, December 31^st  $4994.45

Solemnity of Mary  $420.00

Sunday, January 7^th  $4113.25

Together in Charity Collection  $592.00

January 14^th, 2007

Counters Team #2

Bingo Team #2

DIOCESAN NEWS

www.diometuchen.org

World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life Celebration

From Most Rev. Paul G. Bootkoski, Bishop of Metuchen

Feb 4, 4:00 pm  Evening Prayer at St. Francis Cathedral in Metuchen. This annual celebration is an opportunity to thank God for the gift of consecrated life in the Church and to pray for future vocations to this life. This year, we will also acknowledge those women and men who are marking significant anniversaries of religious profession.

Bishop Bootkoski is looking for 5 volunteers to go to this Mass to represent Our Lady of Mercy. Please contact Father at the rectory to talk to him about becoming a volunteer.

Annual Diocesan Respect Life Mass

Jan 21, 12 Noon  The Annual Diocesan Respect Life Mass at St. Francis Cathedral, Metuchen. Following the Mass, there will be a small reception in the Comminity Room downstairs. For more info: (732) 562-1990 x1629 or 1543.

Upcoming Diocesan Events

To register, call Mary or Pat (732) 562-1900 x1309 or 1310

Jan 19^th, 10 am  God is Love. Fr. Greg Uhrig

Jan 23^th, 7:30 pm  Plan Your Family Naturally. Discover the Creighton system, a highly effective method of avoiding or postponing pregnancy. To register, call Elizabeth Smith at (732) 877-6905.

Feb 10^th, 8:30 am  The Great Adventure Bible Timeline Seminar. $45.00 includes seminar materials and lunch. Contact Office of Evangelization (732) 562-1990 x2469

MOUNT SAINT MARY ACADEMY

1651 U.S. Highway 22

Watchung, NJ 07069-6587

(908) 753-2091 msmhope@att.net

Please, register for all events

Meeting Our Compassionate God in Jesus

Jan 23, 7:30-9:30 pm ($15) - A Biblical perspective of our merciful God revealed  by Jesus. Includes presentation, reflection, sharing.

Weekend Retreat

Jan 26-28, Begins 7 pm on opening day ends at 2 pm ($100) - An experience of personal prayer based on Scripture.  Daily spiritual direction.  Atmosphere of

prayerful quiet.  Adaptable to the needs and desires of each individual.

Twenty Fourth Annual Catholic Scout Gathering

Theme: Blessed Are They

Feb 3, 9:00 am – 2:30 pm  Our Lady of Mt. Virgin Church Hall, 650 Harris Ave., Middlesex. Cost: $10.00 includes program and patch. Registration from 8:30 am. Program for Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors. Get instructions on how to earn medals for I Live My Faith, Marian Medal and Spirit Alive. Must register by Jan 29^th. For more info, please contact: vcieslarczyk@diometuchen.org or (732) 562-1990 x1630.

OUR LADY OF MERCY NEWS

End of Year Financial Report for Taxes

Anyone wishing to obtain a statement of contributions for the past year – 2006, should either drop a note in the collection basket with name, address & phone no. or call the rectory during business hours.

Please Note: The Holy Name Society Change

The Holy Name Society will meet Monday, January 15^th at 7:30 pm in the Church Hall.  All men of the parish are invited and welcomed to attend.  Please update your copy of this week's bulletin to remind you of the date change. Blessed be His Holy Name.

Poster Contest for CCD Students Sponsored

by The Holy Name Society

The Holy Name Society is sponsoring a poster contest for our CCD students. The respect life theme is: “You are Priceless! God loves us all as His children and in His eyes, each of us is priceless”. The 1^st place winners in each grade level will be given a $10 cash prize and the 2^nd place winners in each grade level will take home a $5 cash prize.

The 1^st place winners will also be entered into the Diocese’s annual Pro-Life poster contest for Religious Education students. The winning entries of the Diocesan contest will be used to make a 2007/2008 Respect Life calendar.

Our CCD teachers have provided the contest rules to each student. The entries should be returned to the teachers by February 4^th, 2007.

The Rosary Altar Society Mass Change

The Rosary Altar Society Mass has been changed to the First Sunday of every month - 10 AM Mass.

Installation of the Rosary Altar Society Officers

Installation of the Rosary Altar Society Officers will take place at the 7:00 pm Mass on Monday, January 29^th. All members are invited to attend.

$$ Concession Opportunity $$

Our Lady of Mercy is looking for a person/persons to run the Bingo food concession every Sunday evening from 6:00PM until the kitchen closes starting immediately. Please call the rectory for further information (732) 356-1037.

Thank You to Our Bulletin Sponsors

We would like to thank all the advertisers who have supported us throughout the year. Our parish benefits greatly from the ads you see in the bulletin. The revenue pays for the printing which is an important means of communication for the parish. We thank the many local businesses that have renewed their advertisements as well as the many new advertisers who have recently signed on.