St. Paul Chong Hasang Bulletin
Sunday, December 29, 2024
Feast of the Holy Family
The Feast of the Holy Family Year C focuses on consecration, holiness, and sacred spaces. The readings highlight the importance of family relationships and the dedication of children to God. Key themes include the blessings of family, the love that binds us together, and the recognition of sacred spaces in our lives.
- First Reading – Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14: Respect and care for parents brings spiritual and personal benefits, including answered prayers and a long life.
- Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 128: Honoring and following the Lord’s ways brings happiness, prosperity in one’s work, a fruitful family, and a blessed life.
- Second Reading – Colossians 3:12-21: Embrace virtues like compassion and kindness, forgive each other, and let Christ’s peace rule your hearts. Teach, advise, and sing with gratitude, doing all in Jesus’ name.
- Gospel – Luke 2:41-52: At twelve, Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem during Passover to discuss scripture with temple teachers, astounding many with his understanding, before returning home obediently.
Pastoral Direction for 2025
Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?
(1 Corinthians 3:16)
Year-End Banquet
Join us for a warm gathering as we close out the year!
Date & Time: Sunday, December 29th, @ 12 PM
Location: Church Gym
RSVP: Church entrance lobby / Via the Google Form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdowOWWOLzRO2S3cUzMRzG5-fwBGx8GshixpidcA97hH9AvDA/viewform
Ticket: $10 per person (free for Children, CCD, and YG students)
There will be exciting grand prizes! We hope you can join us!
Seating Reminder for Mass
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!
<CCD & YG> Important Dates to Remember
<CCD & YG> Winter Break
Date: December 22 & 29
Classes will resume on January 5.
<CCD> Confirmation Sponsor Seminar
Date: Sunday, January 26
Time: 11:45 AM ~ 12:45PM
Where: Room is TBD
Volunteer Sign-Up Link
Reading Volunteer Sign-Up
Annual Confession Helper
Parish Announcements
Mass Schedule
- New Year’s Eve Mass
Tuesday, December 31st @ 8 PM (No 10 AM weekday Mass) - Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Mass
Wednesday, January 1st @ 11 AM
New Year Office Hours
Tuesday, December 31: 8 AM – 12 PM
Wednesday, January: 10 AM – 1 PM
Year-End Banquet
Join us for a warm gathering as we close out the year!
Date & Time: Sunday, December 29th, @ 12 PM
Location: Church Gym
RSVP: Church entrance lobby
Ticket: $10 per person (Children: Free)
2025 Parish Contribution Pledge Form
As we begin the New Year, we invite you to support our parish by making a pledge. Pledge forms are available in the church lobby. Please complete the form and place it in the offering basket. Your prayerful participation is deeply appreciated.
Dates: January 1st, 4th, and 5th
Gym Unavailable for Use
Due to parish events, the gym will be unavailable until December 29.
Thank you for your understanding.
2024 Church Contribution Tax Deduction Statement
Tax deduction statements have been sent to families who contributed to the church this year.
If you have any questions, please contact the church office.
Father Michael's Retreat
Father Michael will be on retreat from Tuesday, January 7 to Friday, January 10, so there will be no weekday Mass during this time.
January Holy Hour Schedule
Date: Friday, January 3, after Mass
Devotion Mass
Every month, on the first Saturday, the Devotion Mass will be held at 10 AM. The January Mass will be on January 4 at 10 AM.
Communion for the Sick
Date: Wednesday, January 15, after Mass
To register, please contact the Sisters or the church office.
Classroom Clean-Up and Room Usage Reminder
Please ensure the classroom is returned to its original setup after your meeting and kindly adhere to the designated room usage times.
Self-Serve Kimbap and Cup Noodle
Self-serve kimbap and cup noodles are now available in the cafeteria.
- Kimbap: $5
- Cup Noodles: $2
Please drop your cash or check in the sales box.
Thank you for your support!
2025 Spring Semester Registration for Ha-Sang Korean School
Full-Day Classes: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Grades
Course: Korean language, culture, and history
Duration: 16 weeks (January 18, 2025 ~ May 10, 2025)
Class Time: Saturdays, 9:30AM ~ 12:30PM
For the full annual schedule and more information, please visit our website:
https://sites.google.com/view/hasang/home
*If you are a high school student and interested in helping as a Korean School Teacher Assistant, please contact the Korean School.
For Inquiries:
Phone: 224.714.9044 / Email: hasangkoreanedu@gmail.com
Rev. Sungjae Hwang
Sr. Insook Han and Sr. Migyeong Kim