St. Paul Chong Hasang Bulletin

Jesus Steps into the Water

The Baptism of the Lord Year A reminds us who Jesus is and what He came to do. He walks into the Jordan River, not because He needs to, but to show us the way. This moment tells us that Jesus is ready to serve. He stands with us, not above us.

As He comes out of the water, something amazing happens. The Holy Spirit comes down like a dove. God speaks from heaven and calls Jesus His beloved Son. This is the first clear sign that Jesus is sent by God to bring peace and healing.

The Baptism of the Lord Year A is not only about what happened that day. It also points to our own baptism. Like Jesus, we are called to live with love and to follow God’s path each day. This feast invites us to remember that we belong to God too.

• First Reading – Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7: The Lord’s chosen servant will bring justice quietly and gently. He will be a light to the nations, opening blind eyes and freeing prisoners.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 29: Give glory to the Lord, whose powerful and majestic voice is over the waters. He is king forever and will bless his people with peace.
• Second Reading – Acts 10:34-38: Peter tells Cornelius and his guests that God accepts anyone who respects Him and does good, mentioning Jesus’ message of peace and healing.
• Gospel – Matthew 3:13-17: Jesus gets baptized by John, despite John’s initial hesitation. As Jesus emerges from the water, the heavens open, the Holy Spirit descends, and God declares Jesus as His beloved Son.

Then how is it that each of us hears them in our native language?

(Acts 2:8)

Fr. Michael will be traveling to Korea from January 19 to February 6 for visa renewal purposes.
Please keep him in your prayers for a safe and healthy trip.

A second collection to support those in need will be held on January 24–25.
Thank you for your generosity.

Theme: Together We Bring Light

Promotion: Feb 7–8

Commitment: Feb 21–22

Follow-up: Feb 28–Mar 1

CCD and YG classes will resume on January 11. With the resumption of classes, the 10:30 AM English Mass will be celebrated.

<CCD/YG> Classes Resume

Date: Sunday, January 11

<CCD> Confirmation Sponsor Seminar

Date: Sunday, January 25

<CCD/YG> Safe Environment Training #2

Date: Sunday, February 8

+Praise Be Jesus

Beautiful fall is deepening, and the change of season, with its large temperature variations, has begun. We pray that all CCD families stay healthy.

The children are learning God's word from the teachers in CCD and getting along well with their friends.

We would like to provide guidance regarding the reading (lector) volunteer service during Mass. The children who have participated in the reading service so far have done very well, and we thank them. We will need more reading volunteers going forward.

All children who have received their First Holy Communion can participate in the reading volunteer service.

We would like to provide guidance on the methods for reading volunteer service, especially for children who want to participate in reading volunteer service but don't know how.

1. CCD Reading (Lector) Volunteer Method

- Children who wish to volunteer for reading (lector) should use the following link to apply for the reading volunteer service.

2025-2026 Reading Volunteer Signup Link : https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ABA829A2FFC25-57901605-liturgy#/

- Please practice by reading aloud the assigned reading material (First Reading or Second Reading) that the CCD PTO Team sent to you in advance at home.

- Please come to the church by 10:15 on Sunday and practice reading your assigned reading material at the sanctuary's lectern.

- During the 10:30 Mass, please participate by sitting in the very front pew on the center-left side of the sanctuary (the lector's seat).

- When it is your turn to read during the Mass, you will read your assigned reading material at the lectern.

Since the children can practice reading in advance, they can reduce their fear of reading in front of many people. Also, we will help the children practice reading at the lectern before Mass.

Please help the children to participate a lot in the reading volunteer service.

2. CCD Reading (Lector) Volunteer Encouragement and Rewards

Our CCD would like to encourage more students to volunteer for mass reading.

In order for the CCD teachers to provide positive reinforcement and encouragement in the classroom, they will offer praise to that day's reading (lector) volunteers during class time.

And, our CCD will reward all students who volunteer for mass reading.

In order to keep track of those who have volunteered for mass reading, after Mass, volunteers should talk to Sister Rosa in the sacristy and they should sign their name next to the date of service in the reading (lector) volunteer notebook, and Sister Rosa will then sign next to their names. The priest will verify these records and give awards to those who read during Mass on the last day of the first semester (December) and the last day of the second semester (May).

Please strongly encourage the children to join the reading volunteer service!

Thank you for your help.

-St. Paul Chong Ha Sang CCD PTO Team-

The registration fee is $140.

CCD: https://forms.gle/599LgJ9nfWkizEk76
YG: https://forms.gle/4MEF2YmmFsMyu4Zn6

To keep things running smoothly during Mass, please try to sit toward the inside of the pews. This will make it easier for latecomers to find their seats. We really appreciate your help!

<Lunar New Year Memorial Mass (All Souls)>

In observance of the Lunar New Year, our parish will offer Combined Memorial Masses for the repose of the souls of our departed loved ones.

Parishioners who wish to offer Mass intentions for deceased parents, ancestors, family members, and benefactors are asked to sign up at the parish office.

Mass Times:

• Friday, February 14 at 5 PM

• Sunday, February 15 at 7 AM and 11 AM

Register: Parish Office

<2025–2026 Bulletin Advertisement Sign-Up>

Thank you to all who support our parish bulletin.

Those wishing to renew or place a new ad are asked to submit a request to the parish office.

Ad Period: Easter 2026 – Palm Sunday 2026

Ad Fee: 1 space $250 | 2 spaces $450

<Hasang Korean School – Spring 2025-26 Registration>

1. Student Registration

Who Can Register: Current and new students, ages 3.5 to 8th grade

Dates: January 17 – May 9, 2026 (16 weeks)

Class Time: Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Early Registration Deadline: December 20, 2025

Tuition: $300 ($320 after Dec 20)

2. Teaching Assistant Opportunities

Who Can Apply: High school students (grades 9–12)

Role: Assist in Korean language classes

Registration: Google Form

https://sites.google.com/view/hasang/home

For inquiries: 240.357.8406 / hasangkoreanedu@gmail.com