St.

Columba Parish
3327 Glencolum Drive, San Diego, CA 92123

Visit our web site: www.stcolumbasandiego.com

Phone: (858) 277-3863
Fax: (858) 277-3883
Email: stcolumbarectory@gmail.com
OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed weekends and holidays.
MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday: 8:00 AM and 5:30 PM (Vigil)
Sunday: 7:30, 9:30 AM & 5:30 PM
Monday-Thursday: 7:00 AM / Friday: 8:15 AM
Holy Days: See bulletin.
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Second Saturday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
CONFESSIONS
Saturdays, 4:00 to 5:00 PM or by appointment
ROSARY
Monday-Saturday before daily Mass
ST. COLUMBA CATHOLIC CHURCH SAN DIEGO

Rev. Edward McNulty PARISH LIFE

Pastor ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: 2nd Saturday,
Daily Chapel, 8:30 am—3:30 pm. For more info, call Alma
Rev. Gervatius Hong at 858-565-4231.
Chaplain of Korean Ministry BIBLE SHARING: Mondays, 8:00-9:30 a.m. in the Ministry
Center. For more info, call Dottie at 858-277-0229.
Rev. Mr. Bill Vasquez
Deacon BINGO: Every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. in the hall. Doors open
at 4:00 p.m.
PARISH OFFICE STAFF:
CHILDCARE: Every Sunday at 9:30 am in the Preschool; for
Kathi Lohry Parish Secretary infants and children up to four years of age.
Marlo Antonio Business Manager,
CUB SCOUTS: Kindergarten to 5th grade; contact Deb
Pastoral Assistant
Oberg at 858-717-7851 or email: doberg10@aol.com
BAPTISMS:
Call Deacon Vasquez - 619-818-0972 or CULTURE OF LIFE MINISTRY: For information, call Louise
Holland at 619-316-7498.
email: deaconvasquez@gmail.com
DIVINE MERCY DEVOTION: Mondays and Fridays at 3:00 p.m.
in the Daily Chapel (chaplet, rosary and a reading from
MARRIAGES:
the diary of St. Faustina)
Nine months preparation required.
GRIEF & BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: The 1st Monday,
Call the Parish Office for information.
7:00-8:00 pm in the Ministry Center. Call Robin at (858) 277-
3861 for more information.
MUSIC MINISTRY:
GREETERS/USHERS: Terry Foster at 858-427-7178.
St. Columba Church Children’s Choir -
Kathleen Mawanay - 5:30 pm (Sat.) HOMEBOUND OUTREACH: If you or someone you know
needs Communion or other services because they are
Traditional Choir -
homebound, contact the rectory or Robin at (858) 277-
Mark Villas/Pat Dalton - 7:30 am 3861.
Spiritus - Hans Becker - 9:30 am
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Council #1349. Round Table,
Contemporary - Tess Nelson - 5:30 pm (Sun.) Richard Portugal. For info call (858) 279-8731.
tessnelsonmusic@cox.net
LAY APOSTLES for JESUS CHRIST RETURNING KING: 2nd
Tuesday in the Music Room, 6:30-8 p.m. Contact Peggy
R.C.I.A. Keller at (619) 933-6677.
Mike Conroy (858) 278-1507
MEN’S CLUB: The 1st Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. in the Hall. All
men of the parish are welcome and encouraged to join.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AND YOUTH OFFICE: Contact Curtis Carlson at 858-337-5768.
Robin Keator, DCM (858) 277-3861 MEN’S FAITH GROUP: First Saturday, 8:45 am in the Ministry
robin.keator@yahoo.com (619) 922-7941 Center. All men are invited to this informal spiritual
Office hours: Sundays, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm gathering to share prayer, discussion and donuts.
Mon., Tues., & Wed., 5:30-9:00 pm PRAYER MEETING: Join us in praise, songs, scripture readings,
teachings and worship every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the
ST. COLUMBA SCHOOL: Ministry Center. For more info, call Mary Quinn at (858) 278-
0526.
www.stcolumbaschoolsd.org
Rose Navarro, Principal (858) 279-1882 R.C.I.A.: The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is for adults
seeking Baptism and for baptized adults seeking the
Linda Glenwinkel, Secretary (858) 279-1882
sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. For more info,
Trish Gilsdorf, Preschool Director (858) 279-0161 call Mike Conroy at 858-278-1507.
Marlo Antonio, Business Manager (858) 277-3863
ROSARY MAKERS: First Thursday at 2:00 p.m. in the Music
MEMBERSHIP Room. Call Teresa for more info at 858-277-6240.
SENIORS’ CLUB: 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month, 10:30
To register as a member, please complete a white a.m. in the Parish Hall. Open to seniors 50 and up in our
registration card found at the back of the church, or parish. For more info, contact Donna at 858-278-3415.
register online through our website (listed on cover).
Also, if you are currently using envelopes, please inform YOUTH GROUP: Sundays, 6:30-8:00 p.m. in Ministry Center for
the rectory of any status/address change. both Junior & Senior High. Info: call (858) 277-3861.
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Pastor’s Corner peace of Christ, towards which the whole

world is journeying"
My dear brothers and sisters, Tomorrow we celebrate the Feast of
Mary, Mother of God. Please note that
I would like to take a moment to thank January 1st is not a Holy Day of Obligation.
all of you who presented our parish with your Mass will be at 9:00 a.m. that morning. The
gifts of time, talent and treasure to make our liturgy of the Octave of Christmas presents to
Christmas liturgies so special. From the greening us the icon of the Mother of God, the Virgin
and decorating of the Church, to liturgical Mary. The Apostle Paul points her out as the
ministers at our celebrations, to the choirs and "woman" through whom the Son of God
other musicians, to the extra hours spent by entered the world. Mary of Nazareth is the
parish staff and other volunteers I am grateful to Theotokos, the One who "gave birth to the
all who contributed to make this a truly blessed King of Heaven and earth for ever". At the
season at Saint Columba. beginning of this New Year, let us place
Today we shift our gaze from the grotto of ourselves with docility at the school of Mary.
Bethlehem where the Savior was born on that We want to learn from her, the Holy Mother,
Holy Night to the humble house of Nazareth, to how to accept in faith and prayer the
contemplate the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and salvation that God never ceases to offer to all
Joseph, whose feast we celebrate in the who trust in his merciful love. In this atmosphere
festive, family atmosphere of Christmas. The of listening and prayer, let us give thanks to
Redeemer of the world chose the family as the God for this New Year: may it be a year of
place for his birth and growth, thereby prosperity and peace for everyone!
sanctifying this fundamental institution of every
society. The time he spent in Nazareth, the Fr. Ed
greater part of his life, continues to be
shrouded in deep silence. Very little information MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK
about it has been passed on to us by the
Evangelists. However, if we aspire to a deeper MONDAY, JANUARY 1
understanding of Jesus' life and mission, we 7:00 am—EM Int. Tony & Marlo
must draw close to the mystery of the Holy
Antonio
Family of Nazareth to observe and listen.
Today's liturgy offers us a providential TUESDAY, JANUARY 2
opportunity to do so. For every believer, and 7:00 am—EM Concepcion Nena
especially for Christian families, the humble Amaguin
dwelling place in Nazareth is an authentic
school of the Gospel. Here we admire, put into WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 3
practice, the divine plan to make the family an 7:00 am—EM Connie Seelbinder
intimate community of life and love; here we
THURSDAY, JANUARY 4
learn that every Christian family is called to be
a small "domestic church" that must shine with 7:00 am—EM Donor’s Intention
the Gospel virtues. Recollection and prayer, FRIDAY, JANUARY 5
mutual understanding and respect, personal 8:15 am—LP Int. of Bill Schultheis
discipline and community asceticism and a
spirit of sacrifice, work and solidarity are typical SATURDAY, JANUARY 6
features that make the family of Nazareth a 8:00 am—NM Santos Tamares
model for every home. The Church relies 5:30 pm—LP John McManus
especially on the witness and contribution of
Christian families to fulfill her urgent mission. SUNDAY, JANUARY 7
Indeed, in the face of the dangers and 7:30 am—LP Int. of Tammy Nelson
difficulties that beset the family institution, she 9:30 am—LP Flo Kloberdanz
invites families to have greater spiritual and 5:30 pm—LP People of the Parish
apostolic boldness, knowing that the family is
called to be "a sign of unity for the world" and EM—Fr. Ed McNulty, LP—Fr. Larry Purcell,
thus to bear witness to "the Kingdom and NM—Fr. Nate McWeeney
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NEWS YEARS DAY POPE TWEETS

Go out to meet Jesus, spend time with
The rectory will be closed on Him in prayer, and entrust your whole life
Monday, January 1. to His merciful love.
There will be one Mass: 9:00 a.m. Pope Francis @Pontifex

IN NEED OF PRAYER MATTHEW 25

Please pray for:
Joe & Betty Brozovic, Dori Lee Davis,
Imelda Del Rosario, David Lane,
Fernando Manrique, Francisco Santos,
Sylvia Scott, Myrna Singca,
Lorenzo Tolbert, John Trolinger
NOTE: Please call or email the rectory to request a name
be added to the list. The names will be on the list for a
period of 30 days. If you wish the person to be on the list
longer than one month, you will need to call the rectory
to request that it be added again.
MARRIAGE HELP
Retrouvaille offers hope: hope that it is not too
late, hope of a different and better marriage.
Retrouvaille helps couples to show each other
mercy through the opportunities it provides to
listen, to forgive, to be reconciled and to
move into their futures believing that God
loves them and with His help and their efforts
their marriages can be healed and restored.
For more information about an upcoming
Retrouvaille Weekend program for couples,
call 951-259-9474 or visit the website:
www.HelpOurMarriage.com
12/17/17 SUNDAY COLLECTION
Plate Collection: $1,114.76
Envelope Collection: $5,375.00
Online Giving: $1,343.00
Total # of Envelopes: 161
Our Matthew 25 giving tree is an
opportunity to support Fr. John Tasto and
his parish in Tijuana, Mexico. If you would
like to make a donation, insert your cash or
check (payable to St. Columba) into an
envelope and drop it in the collection
basket or bring to the rectory. (Do not
leave cash or checks on the tree!)
Please do not take envelopes home.
Thank you!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
REGISTERED?
We value you as a parishioner of St.
Columba. Each week your presence,
support and participation brings life to our
community.
If you have never filled out a registration
form, then we have no record of your
presence in our parish. Use the form below or
register online by going to our web site:
www.stcolumbasandigo.com
_____ New Registration
_____ Change of address and/or phone
_____ Registered but need offering envelopes
Name_____________________________________

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Address___________________________________

Mon: Nm 6:22-27/Ps 67:2-3,5-6,8/Gal 4:4-7/Lk 2:16-21
Tues: 1 Jn 2:22-28/Ps 98:1-4/Jn 1:19-28 City________________________ Zip___________
Wed: 1 Jn 2:29—3:6/Ps 98:1-3,6/Jn 1:29-34
Thurs: 1 Jn 3:7-10/Ps 98:1,7-9/Jn 1:35-42 Phone_____________________________________
Fri: 1 Jn 3:11-21/Ps 100:1-5/Jn 1:43-51
Sat: 1 Jn 5:5-13/Ps 147:12-15,19-20/Mk 1:7-11 Email _____________________________________
Next Sun: Is 60:1-6/Ps 72:2,7-8,10-13/Eph 3:2-3,5-6/
Mt 2:1-12 Place in collection basket or mail to parish office.
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Religious Education classes are offered at St. Columba for

Preschool through high school ages.

This December, Miss Alma’s 3rd-grade Religious Ed class used empty

shoe boxes to create mangers, the ‘first gift’ of Christmas.
Pictured:
L to R, back row: Brendan, Brianna, Alexander, Lilly
L to R, front row: Yviannah, Anthony, Elena, Kaylee, Everly, Isabel

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SCHOOL NEWS

Dear Families,

On behalf of Fr. Ed and the entire St. Columba faculty and staff we wish you and your
loved ones a Blessed Christmas and a new year filled with peace and happiness. This is such
a beautiful time of the year for families and friends to come together as one. The cultural
traditions and customs of Christians may vary around the world, but at this time we all
rejoice in the birth of Our Lord. During this season let us continue to remember all those less
fortunate and who are going through difficult times.
As part of our Advent giving, the St. Columba families have collected several baby items
for the Culture of Life. We thank all our families who donated baby items for those mothers
who are financially struggling. If anyone would still like to contribute baby items during the
school break, please take them to the rectory and leave them with Miss Kathi.
May God Bless You and Your Families during this Christmas Season.
In Christ,
Ms. Navarro

SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR NEEDED!!!!

Our annual book fair will be held during Catholic Schools Week from January 28th to
February 2, 2018. The profit from the book fair allows our school library to be well stocked
with books from all genres. Part of the profit is also divided between the Pk-8th grades to
stock their classroom libraries as well. At this time we are in need of a parent volunteer that
will assist in coordinating the book fair for the week. If we are unable to recruit a coordinator
the book fair may have to be cancelled. Please call Miss Linda if you are interested in
volunteering for this one week fundraiser by Friday, January 5, 2018. We need to keep our
students reading!!!!!!!!!!!

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY: Reminder: Our Christmas holiday will begin Thursday, December 21st
through January 3rd, school and preschool will be closed. School and preschool will resume
January 4, 2018 with a regular school day.

GIFT CARDS: It’s a great way to support our school and an easy way to shop. You can also
order online just go to www.shopwithscrip.com. enter the new school code: D6D72A8L5922
and follow the simple instructions. Order forms are also available in the school office. Thank
you to all our families, parishioners and friends who support this program. Without your help
this program would not be possible.

WINTER SPORTS: Important reminder: Parents, if your child will be participating in winter
sports, and you have not paid the fees due, please pay these fees as soon as possible. Also,
thank you to all our parents who will be volunteering their time to coach our winter sports
program. These programs wouldn’t be possible without your help. Also fall sports are over,
and for the JV & V teams, all sports jersey’s need to be turned in to Mr. Fairchild or the
school office. Thank you.

SERVICE HOURS: Please make sure you are using the volunteer book in the school office to
mark all your volunteer service hours on an ongoing basis.

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