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Epiphany Chalk
Epiphany Chalk is used to write an inscription over the door of one's house.
It is blessed by the priest on the feast of Epiphany. Taken from the Roman Ritual, these are the words of the blessing: O Lord God, Bless this chalk which Thou hast created, that it may be helpful to mankind, and grant that, through the invocation of Thy most Holy Name, all those who use this chalk or with it write over the doors of their houses the names of Thy saints, Gaspar, Melchior and Balthazar, may by their merits and intercession receive health of body and protection of soul. Through Christ Our Lord. Amen On any day within the Octave of the Epiphany, the father, or senior member of the family, writes the following inscription with the blessed chalk above the door of the house: 20 + G + M + B + 12 The following prayer may be recited: Hear us O Lord, Father Almighty, Eternal God, and send Thy Holy Angel from Heaven to watch over, cherish, protect, be with, and defend all who live in this house. I call upon Thy holy saints, Gaspar, Melchior and Balthazar, to protect my family and my home from every harm and danger, and I place the marks of their holy names over the door of my home to remain there as a constant reminder to us and to all who enter here that my house is truly a house of the Lord. O God, make the door of my house wide enough to receive all who need human love and companionship, narrow enough to shut out all envy, pride and strife. Make its threshold smooth enough to be no stumbling block to children nor to straying feet, but rugged and strong enough to turn back the tempter's power. O God, make the door of my house the gateway to Thy eternal Kingdom. I ask these things in the Name of Jesus Christ Thy Son. Amen
 The Light of ChristThe Sanctuary Lamp is, as every Catholic knows, a very special candle. Its brightness assures all who visit the church that Jesus is really present upon the altar. It is an assurance of His continuous love for us as He remains in the tabernacle. It is also a symbol of faith, shining through the darkest of nights. Here at Queen of Angels, our sanctuary lamp hangs by Our Lady’s altar. Recently it came to our attention that some churches offer their parishioners an opportunity to have the sanctuary lamp burn for their own intentions, thus adding another “vigil candle” to their church. We would like to begin this practice on Easter morning, when we relight our sanctuary lamp with the “new fire.” The offering for each lamp will be $15.00. Special envelopes for you to write your intentions will be available soon. What a comfort, to know that Jesus in the tabernacle will remember your intention as your candle shines before Him in the church! The Sanctuary Lamps will burn this week for the intentions of: Paul Mugar church (If you would like the Sanctuary Lamp to burn for a week for your special intention, please fill out an envelope available in the pamphlet rack as you enter church or contact Father.)
Set Your Missal
Today is Third Sunday after Epiphany. There is a commemoration of Sts. Vincent & Anastasius (Jan 22) at the Collect, Secret, and Postcommunion. The Preface today's Mass is that of the Most Holy Trinity. The liturgical color is green. Next Sunday is the Fourth Sunday after Epiphany.
There is hardly a Catholic family which will not, sooner or later, have to prepare their home for the visit of a priest making a sick call. In danger of death, the priest will come to give the Last Rites. If the family member is seriously ill, but not in danger of death, the priest will administer the sacraments of Penance and Holy Eucharist, and give the Blessing for Sick People from the Roman Ritual. In both cases, it is good to know what ought to be prepared for the priest’s visit.
First of all, make sure that the sickroom is neat and clean. Have a small table near the sick person’s bed and cover it with a clean, white cloth. Place the following items on it: a crucifixThe priest should be met at the door by someone with a lighted candle, who will lead him to the sick room. All present should kneel out of reverence for the Blessed Sacrament. The first three articles should be easy to procure, since every Catholic family should have a crucifix, blessed candles and holy water in the home. However, if none of these articles are available, the priest carries miniature versions of these in his sick call kit. When a family member is so ill that he or she can’t come to Mass, call the priest. Cardinal Vaughn of England stated that the essence of the priesthood consists in bringing people to Our Lord (through the Sacraments) and bringing Our Lord to them when they are unable to come to Him. |
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Queen of Angels Catholic Church is located in Santa Clarita, California and draws parishioners to the Traditional Latin Mass (Tridentine Mass) from all over Southern CA and the Greater Los Angeles areas.
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