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NOVEMBER 9, 2014: WELCOME TO OUR COMMUNITY CELEBRATION OF
THE
THIRTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME.
S T . M A R Y M AG D A L E N C AT H O L I C P A R I S H
St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Parish is a Eucharistic community
that places God first in all things and comes together as a
family to Love as Christ Loves and Serve as Christ Serves .
Community
Engagement
Eucharist
a welcoming spirit loving God with all of our celebrating the
and a culture of
heart, our soul, our
center of our faith
genuine inclusion strength and our mind to through creative,
into our diverse actively and passionately vibrant and diverse
parish family
build the Kingdom
liturgies
Faith Formation
committing to life-long
learning through
Catholic education
from childhood
through adulthood
Family
Stewardship
nurturing,
responding gratefully
empowering
with sacrificial
and supporting generosity for all God
strong families
has given us
in today’s world
Witnessing & Evangelizing
living the Gospel by
sharing & teaching our faith
through conversion of mind,
heart, & reconciliation
with God & one another
Daily: Monday through Friday: 7am, 8:30am Thurs.: 7pm (Español )
Weekends: Sat: 8am, Vigil: 5pm, 7pm (Español) , Sun: 8am, 10am (Interpreted for the Deaf) , 12Noon, 5:30pm
A DDRESS : 861 Maitland Avenue, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 ✥ W EBSITE : StMaryMagdalen.org
P HONE : 407.831.1212 ✥ F AX : 407.831.1560 ✥ E-M AIL : [email protected]
LETTER FROM
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
We continue our message series, Loving the way God
loves and Giving the way God gives.
In the days when Jesus walked the earth, as we learned in
today’s Gospel, too many people were coming to the
Temple without planning ahead and bringing the proper
sacrificial offering. Often times, they weren’t bringing
their best and first fruits to offer to God. Those who
came unprepared often had to exchange their currency
and purchase appropriate items for the sacrificial offering
right outside the temple doors. Although, the problem
started because people were not planning their offering,
it led to business vendors or middlemen conducting unethical business practices in the exchange rate and in the
quality of what they sold to the people who came unprepared. The passage does not imply in any way that business is bad but that business should be conducted in an
ethical manner. The primary lesson from today’s Gospel
is that we should try to plan ahead and come prepared to
make our sacrificial gift at the offertory of the Mass.
Imagine for a moment, being invited by your very best
friend to a birthday party or bridal shower. Because of
your relationship to your best friend, who is celebrating
their special day, as is customary, you would plan way
ahead and put in lots of effort to find just the right gift
for your friend and you would bring it appropriately
wrapped. You would likely not reach into your pocket at
the last minute and pull out a candy bar or stick of gum
because that would indicate to your friend that he or she
really didn’t mean that much to you and you did not prepare in advance. Our annual renewal of Sacrificial Giving helps us to plan our giving to God, to make a written
commitment after first spending some time in prayerful
thought and reflection. Certainly our relationship with
God must be more important to us than anything else in
life.
THE
PASTOR
provided for us and will continue to do so, we recognize
that our real security lies in God. Our God, who has given us all, will take care of our future.
This weekend, Covenant weekend, we make a commitment to God before one another, to carry on the Lord’s
work at our parish and in our world — to DO SOMETHING for others in need. It is the day our Sacrificial
Giving Commitment Cards are brought to the altar during the offertory procession and presented with the rest
of the gifts as “First Fruits” to our Lord.
These past few weeks we have reflected upon what it
means to give “First Fruits”—making an offering to God
of the first and best portion of all we receive: “As soon
as the word spread, the people of Israel gave in abundance the first fruits of grain, wine, oil, honey, and of
all the produce of the field; and they brought in abundantly the tithe of everything” (2 Chronicles 31:5).
This practice is a way of showing that God is truly first
in our life and the highest of our priorities. It means taking the risk of making the Gospel come alive in our
world, our parish, and in our personal lives. We “take a
step” in faith, placing our trust in God, the source of all
we have and all we are, the one who has always been
there for us, who has never failed us. As our holy scriptures reassure us over 600 times, “be not afraid,” or “do
not fear.”
Our request is that each of us makes this the year we intentionally become proportionate givers, or deepen
our commitment from previous years, each “taking a
step” toward the goal of the biblical tithe. We’re convinced that planned, proportionate, and sacrificial giving
out of a spirit of gratitude to God is the key to truly
making it possible for our parish community to become
all that God has meant for us to be.
Challenge of the Week: Please continue during your
daily prayer time (which could be during the week at
Since God wants us to Love as He loves and Give as He Mass), during our Eucharistic Adoration (Monday
gives, we call to mind three characteristics of Sacrificial through Wednesday & Friday from 9AM -7PM and
Giving… giving in a planned way, proportionately and Thursday 9AM-6:30PM), or in the quiet of your home, to
sacrificially. I have outlined these three characteristics in reflect upon how you have personally experienced
the “Our Catholic Faith” section of this week’s bulletin. God’s Love and God’s Giving in your own life. What
led to it? Prayer? Did it come by surprise? How did it
The starting point for Sacrificial Giving is the basic prin- make a difference in your life? How did it make you
ciple of Christian stewardship—that everything we have feel? How did you respond to give thanks to God? Did
is a gift from God. In gratitude for God’s generosity, we you learn anything from it about God showing you how
dedicate a portion of these gifts— our time, talent and
to live by the way he loved or gave to you?
money—to furthering God’s Kingdom. If we truly believe that God gives us all that we have, gratitude is one I thank you for your commitment and your witness to the
response. Trust is another. When we realize that God has Gospel. In gratitude for all God’s many gifts to us,
In gratitude for God’s gifts of time and talent to all of
us, we gratefully acknowledge and salute:
iempo
alento
esoro
VERNON D’ABREU
Vernon has faithfully served his parish community
and his Lord through his involvement with Knights of
Columbus and his helping hands at CommunityFest.
He spends time with the Lord and adores Him at
Eucharistic Adoration. He has participated in CROC
(Christ Renews Our Community) and continues his
journey at Acts 29. In addition, he has served his
community by helping with Funeral Receptions.
With deep gratitude, we thank you, Vern!
In gratitude for the gifts we have received from God,
parishioners and visitors made a joyful return to the
Lord of $60,820 on November 1 and 2 for the mission
and ministries of St. Mary Magdalen. Thank you for
helping us carry out Christ’s mission and ministry.
Thanks for Giving First Fruits & Taking a Step!
✥-Ofrenda con Sacrificio: En gratitud por los
dones que hemos recibido de Dios, los feligreses y visitantes
hicimos retorno gozoso al Señor de $60,820 el 1 y 2 de noviembre para la misión y ministerios de la Parroquia Santa
María Magdalena. Gracias por ayudarnos a seguir llevando a cabo la misión y el ministerio de Cristo.
!Gracias por dar los primeros frutos y dar un paso!
With our new Automated Giving Program, the parish
receives your weekly Sacrificial Giving donation automatically! No more mad rush to find your offertory envelopes or a pen to write a check. Planned and proportionate financial stewardship is made easier with this
new option and it reduces expenses while totally eliminating exposure to cash theft. For more information,
please contact Lois at the Parish Office at 407.265.2317
or e-mail her at: [email protected]. We
also have the form available on the parish website:
StMaryMagdalen.org/Stewardship/AutomatedGiving.htm
Next Sunday is Follow-up Sunday for our annual
renewal of Sacrificial Giving. If you have not already
done so, please bring your Sacrificial Giving
commitment card with you to Mass next Sunday.
The cards will be brought to the altar during the
offertory procession and presented with the rest of the
gifts as “First Fruits” to our Lord.
“A person who sows sparingly will reap sparingly,
and one who sows bountifully will reap bountifully.
People must give according to what they have
inwardly decided: not sadly, not grudgingly, for God
loves a cheerful giver. God can multiply favors
among you so that you may always have enough of
everything and even a surplus for good works” (2
Corinthians 9:6-8).
We are so blessed that you decided to join us! Won’t you
join our Catholic community by registering at St. Mary
Magdalen? Registration forms are available at the
Connection Central “Concierge” table in front of the
Church, by calling Lisa Oak at the Parish Office
407.265.2300, or by filling out the form below. Please
drop it in the mail, collection basket, or you can sign up
online at StMaryMagdalen.org.
Name: ____________________________________
Address: ___________________________________
E-mail:_____________________________________
City/Zip: __________________________________
Phone: ____________________________________
861 Maitland Ave — Altamonte Springs — FL — 32701
UPCOMING EVENTS
Are you new or visiting? Did you miss the last session or
just want to participate? Then you are cordially invited
Sunday, November 9 for a parish tour and general
information on our ministries, services, mission, and
vision after the 12NOON Mass. Enjoy a light reception to
formally welcome and help you become acclimated to
parish life! We will meet at the Connection Central
Concierge table at the front of the Church. ✥-Un
Recorrido de Primeros Pasos y Recepción:
¿Es nuevo, o está de visita? ¿No pudo asistir a la última
presentación, o sólo quiere participar? Está cordialmente
invitado a un recorrido de la parroquia. Recibirá
información sobre los ministerios, servicios, misión y
visión de la parroquia el domingo 9 de Noviembre
después de la Misa de 12PM. Seguidamente disfrute de
una recepción para extenderle nuestra bienvenida y
ayudarlo a ambientarse a nuestra vida parroquial. Nos
encontraremos al frente de la Iglesia en la mesa del
Connection Central Concierge.
Please join us in the church on Friday, November 14 at 7PM
for an evening of praise, worship, and Adoration of the Most
Blessed Sacrament. Our first XLT of fall will feature Deacon
St. Mary Magdalen is hosting the "Together in Holiness" Henry Libersat, Michael Scotchie, and the XLT Band. We
hope to see you there! If you have never been to XLT before,
Marriage & Family Retreat on Saturday, November 15
from 8AM to1PM in the Parish Life Center. Presented by now is the time to check it out. You will be glad you did! ✥the John Paul II Foundation for Life and Family, spouses ¡XLT está de vuelta!: Por favor únase a nosotros en la
will receive motivating insights and practical guidance
iglesia el viernes 14 de noviembre a las 7PM para una noche de
for embracing a vibrant spiritual life in their marriage and alabanza y adoración al Santísimo Sacramento. Los oradores
family. Come and treat yourselves to this morning of
del primer XLT de otoño serán el Diácono Henry Libersat y
inspiring presentations, prayerful reflection and
Michael Scotchie; con la Banda del XLT. ¡Esperamos verlos!
conversation with the one you love. Meals included. Free Si usted nunca ha participado en un XLT venga y eche un
childcare. $45/couples and $25/individuals. Register
vistazo. ¡Usted no se arrepentirá de haberlo hecho!
today at TogetherinHoliness.org or StMaryMagdalen.org.
✥- Retiro de Matrimonio y Familia: Santa
María Magdalena es el anfitrión del "Together in Holiness"
Marriage & Family retreat el sábado 15 de noviembre de There is power in prayer! All are invited to gather as a
community on Monday, November 10 at 7PM in the Chapel
8AM - 1PM en el. PLC. Presentado por John Paul II
to pray for your own and our fellow parishioners’ children,
Foundation for Life and Family. Las parejas recibirán
siblings, spouses, relatives, co-workers, and friends who need
ideas motivadoras y orientaciones prácticas para
abarcar una vida espiritual viva en su matrimonio y con
our prayers, as well as for those who left their faith, that all
su familia. Vengan y participen en esta mañana de
will find peace in the Lord. ✥-Tear Drops Prayer
inspiración, oración reflectiva, y de poder tener
Devotional: ¡Hay poder en la oración! Todos están
conversaciones con la persona que amas. Comidas
invitados a reunirse como comunidad el lunes, 10 de noviembre
incluídas. Cuidado de niños gratis. $45 /parejas y $25
a las 7PM en la capilla para orar por todos nuestros hijos,
individual. Regístrese hoy en TogetherinHoliness.org o
hermanos, cónyuges, familiares, compañeros de trabajo y
StMaryMagdalen.org.
amigos que necesitan nuestras oraciones, así como para
aquellos que abandonaron su fe, para que todos puedan
encontrar la paz en el Señor.
Those left behind when a family member is incarcerated
are just as affected as the inmates themselves. We offer
each other information and support. Join us in the
All women of the parish are invited to attend Sister Acts on
Mother Teresa Room on Saturday, November 15 at
Thursday, November 13 at 7PM in the Mother Teresa
9AM. Coffee, tea, and light refreshments will be
Room. Our guest speaker, the Sister Act Quartet, a Sweet
available. Contact Jean or Jack at
Adelines Quartet, will be performing and sharing their faith
[email protected] or 407.695.6818(h) or
journey. Please join us for an evening of fun, faith, and
407.463.5780(c) for more information.
fellowship and feel free to invite a friend too.
"Could you not watch an hour with me?" (Matt. 26:40). You are
invited to spend time before the Blessed Sacrament sharing your
deepest thoughts with Jesus or just be still with Him offering praise
and thanksgiving for all He has given us. Adoration will be provided
in the Chapel through November 26, Monday through Wednesday &
Friday, 9AM to 7PM and Thursday 9AM to 6:30PM . Become a
"Guardian of the Hour" by signing-up at the concierge desk after
weekend Masses or outside the Chapel during the week. ✥Adoración Eucarística: ¿"¿Así que no habéis podido velar
conmigo una hora? (Mateo 26:40.). Los invitamos a compartir ante El
Santísimo Sacramento. Comparta con Jesús sus pensamientos más
profundos, o simplemente quédese tranquilo con El ofreciéndole
alabanzas y acción de gracias por todo lo que Él le ha dado. Tendremos
la Adoración en la Capilla desde el 27 de octubre al 26 de noviembre,
de lunes a viernes de 9AM a 7PM. Conviértase en un "Guardián de la
Hora". Vaya a la mesa del conserje para inscribirse después de las
Misas de fin de semana o en la salón afuera de la capilla durante el fin
de semana.
Join us Monday, November 17 at 7PM in the Mother Teresa Room
where Deacon Henry Libersat will present on Blessed are the
Merciful and Blessed are the Peacemakers of the Beatitudes!
Evening hosted by Acts 29 and the Evangelization Team ✥Viviendo las Bienaventuranzas: Únase a nosotros el 17 de
noviembre a las 7PM en el salón de la Madre Teresa, donde el Diácono
Henry Libersat explorará las Bienaventuranzas: ¡Bendito sean los
misericordiosos; y Benditos sean los que trabajan por la Paz! La noche
ha sido organizada por Hechos 29 y el Equipo de Evangelización.
Are you struggling with divorce or separation? Meet with others who
are going through similar situations at New Beginnings. Classes are
held in School Room 105 at 7PM. Please request babysitting, if
needed. For information, or to R.S.V.P. call Jeanne at 407.333.9135
or Terry at 407.761.1506
Join us Thursday, Nov. 27 for our Annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner
in the PLC. Dinner will be served at 12NOON. Please call the Parish
Office if you plan on attending.
We are, indeed, uniquely created to serve God
in wonderful and powerful ways! Join us
Sunday, November 16 at 1:30PM in the Parish
Life Center and don’t miss this one-day retreat
that provides foundational information on the
“Living Your Strengths” concept that will
begin you on the journey of being the best
version of yourself for the Kingdom of God.
We focus on what you naturally do well,
because that is where God has gifted you! In
preparation for the retreat, we highly
recommend taking the Clifton
StrengthsFinder® (theme names are
trademark of Gallup, Inc.) to discover your
Top 5 “Signature” themes of talent. The
“Living Your Strengths” book can be
purchased for $15 in the Parish Office or
Religious Book Store. If you are not ready to
take the Clifton StrengthsFinder® and just
want to learn more about the strengths
concept, you are more than welcome to attend.
There is no fee for the retreat itself! Contact
Melissa Findley at 407.265.2311 or
[email protected]. ✥Viviendo Sus Fortalezas: ¡Un día de
retiro gratis! Verdaderamente somos creados
como individuos únicos, para servir a Dios de
una forma maravillosa y poderosa. No se
pierda el retiro el 16 de Noviembre a la
1:30PM en el Parish Life Center. Este día de
retiro nos proveerá la información
fundamental sobre el concepto de “Vivir Sus
Fortalezas” para iniciar el camino que lo
guiará a ser su mejor versión de sí mismos
para el Reino de Dios. Nos enfocamos en lo
que cada uno de nosotros hacemos bien
naturalmente, porque éstos son los dones que
Dios nos ha dado a cada uno. Les
recomendamos que haga el ejercicio: Clifton
StrengthsFinder® (los títulos de los temas son
propiedad de Gallup, Inc.)” que se encuentra
en el libro “Viviendo Sus Fortalezas” que
está a la venta por $15, en la oficina
parroquial o en la tienda de libros religiosos.
Este ejercicio le ayudará a descubrir sus
primeros 5 talentos principales. Si no está
dispuesto a hacer el ejercicio, sino
simplemente quiere conocer más sobre el
concepto de “fortalezas" también puede
asistir. No se cobra nada por la asistencia.
Póngase en contacto con Melissa Findley
llamando al 407.265.2311 o
[email protected].
MINISTRY NEWS:
The Adopt-a-Family parish program is looking for parishioners
interested in adopting a family this holiday season. Please consider sharing your
blessings with a family that could use a little extra help this Christmas. If you are
interested in sponsoring a local family, please contact Sandy Matusz at
[email protected] or 407.325.4390 for more information. “In the same way,
let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give
glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:16. ✥- Adopte una
Familia: El programa Adopt-a-Family parroquial está buscando feligreses
interesados en la adopción de una familia durante la época navideña. Por favor,
considere compartir sus bendiciones con una familia a quien le vendría bien un
poco de ayuda en esta Navidad. Si está interesado en patrocinar a una familia
local, póngase en contacto con Sandy Matusz al [email protected] o
407.325.4390 para más información. "De la misma manera deja que tu luz brille
ante los hombres, para que vean vuestras buenas obras y glorifiquen a vuestro
Padre que está en los cielos."Mateo 5:16
Children's Holy Hour: All children and their parents are invited to a Children's Holy Hour on Friday,
November 14 at 3:30PM in the Chapel. There will be prayer, songs, and adoration at a child's level. Contact Dulce
at 407.538.7833 for more information. ✥- Hora Santa de los niños: Los niños y sus padres están invitados
a la Hora Santa de los Niños el viernes 14 de noviembre a las 3:30PM en la Capilla. Habrá oración, canciones, y
adoración apropiada para la edad de los niños. Para más información por favor llamen a Dulce al
407.538.7833.
Kids Mass Ministry is Here! Ministering to families with children ages 6 months to 5 years, Kids
Mass Ministry offers a safe, friendly, and welcoming environment to inspire children to know and love God
through Bible stories, crafts and activities. The ministry is currently offered during the 10AM Mass. For more
information and to register, please contact Larann Wilson at [email protected] or 407.265.2303. .
Disciple Volunteers needed! Our Children’s Liturgy of
the Word Ministry is in need of disciple volunteers for the 10AM and
12PM Masses to help us in bringing the Word of God to our K-5 grade
children in such a way that they understand the teaching and can apply
the lesson in their own daily lives. Please contact David Salazar at
407.310.8150 or [email protected] for further information. ✥
¡Necesitamos Discípulos Voluntarios!: El Ministerio de la
Liturgia para Niños necesitan más voluntarios durante las Misas
dominicales de las 10AM y de las 12PM. Por favor, ayúdenos a llevar
la Palabra de Dios a nuestros niños de Kínder al 5to. grado de tal
manera que comprendan las enseñanzas y para que aprendan como
aplicarlas en sus vidas cotidianas. Para más información por favor,
póngase en contacto con David Salazar al 407.310.8150 o
Spiritual food, physical food, &
fellowship: 5:30 to 8:30
Sunday’s
Middle School Night:
Wednesdays 7 to 8:30pm
I listened to my parents,
✥ I helped my mom do chores.
✥ I rubbed my dad’s sore back.
✥ I blew out the driveway.
✥ I rehearsed for the radio play.
✥ I folded laundry.
✥ I went to my little brother’s friend’s
house for Halloween.
✥ I drew lots of pictures.
✥ I was an Altar Server.
✥ I helped clean Mommy’s car.
✥ I donated to the church.
✥ I helped my brother clean his room.
✥ I got good grades.
✥ I was nice to others.
✥ I fed my dogs.
✥
MUSTANG MOMENT:
✥-Open House: St. Mary Magdalen Catholic School invites you to
attend our Open House on Sunday, November 16. A presentation by Mrs.
Lorianne Rotz, school principal, begins at 1PM followed by the opportunity to
take a tour and meet our wonderful teachers and staff. Come and learn more
about how we live out our mission statement:
To prepare students for life with a quality Christ-centered education in a safe
and supportive environment. Families, faculty and parish share in the
development of the spiritual, academic, and social potential of each student as a
unique child of God.
We are located at 869 Maitland Avenue, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701. For
additional information please contact Mrs. Brenda East, registrar, at
321.280.5330.
✥-Early Learning Center: St. Mary Magdalen’s Early Learning Center fall enrollment is open!
Stop by to learn about our VPK and Pre-K through 3 enrollments. We are open Monday through Friday from 7AM
to 6PM. Call 407.831.3740 ext5381 for more information. ✥-S t . M a r y M a g d a l e n ’ s E a r l y
L e a r n i n g C e n t e r : ¡Inscriba a sus niños este otoño! Estamos abiertos de lunes a viernes de 7AM a 6
PM. Los invitamos a que visiten el centro de VPK y Pre-K. Habrá 3 oportunidades distintas para inscribir a sus
niños. Llame al 407.831.3740 ext.5381 para más información.
Dear Lord,
Watch over the
guardians
of our freedom and
those who protect
our nation.
Would you like to honor a loved one or a
special event by providing flowers for the
Shrine of Our Lady of Grace in the Church?
If you are interested in donating, please
contact Jo Ann at the Parish Office at
407.831.1212.
Be with those
serving in the air, on
the seas and
on distant lands.
From
May their faith in
your might give
strength and honor
to their service.
the Seminara Family
Amen.
Pray for these parishioners who are
celebrating new life in Baptism,
Marriage, or Eternal Life.
Deaths:
Michael Slivinski
Father of Andrea Cooper
Ronald York
Father of Gerard York
Dana Cullar
Bud Mahoney
Father of Rosemary George
Alan Getz
Husband of Zita
Clarence Hodges
Father of Fr. Leo Hodges
Josephine Wesling
G ENERAL P ARISH I NFORMATION
Hours: Mon-Thur 8:30 AM -7 PM ; Fri 8:30 AM -4:30 PM Sat 9 AM -12 PM Phone Number: 407.831.1212
PASTORAL TEAM
Pastor
Associate Pastor
Associate Pastor
Sacramental Minister
Pastoral Associate
Deacons
Fr. Charlie Mitchell
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Fr. Ed Thompson
x2315
Fr. Alfonso Cely, O.P.
x2318
Fr. Patrick Patton
Lois Locey
x2317
Marshall Gibbs, Juan Cruz, Jerry Kelly, Henry Libersat,
Greg Nelsen & Bill O’Brien, Israel Colon
MUSIC AND LITURGY
Steward for Music & Liturgy
Liturgy Assistant
Steward for Contemporary
Christian Choirs
Mark Ayers
Debbie Karleskint
Andres Ocampo
Fax: 407.831.1560
407.831.1212
x 2310
x 2310
X2603
SMMSchool.org
Lorianne Rotz
SCHOOL OFFICE
407.339.7301
Principal
Brenda East
x 5332
Registration
Elisa
Steiner
(Director)
x 5330
407.831.1212 EARLY LEARNING CENTER
MEMBERSHIP SERVICES
Cecile
Bertot
(Chair)
407.831.3740 x5381
x2307
Ministry to Sick & Grieving
Rosemary Kazyk
Joe Hillebrandt (Vice Chair)
PASTORAL COUNCIL
x2311
Time, Talent & Evangelization
Melissa Findley
Adult Center
SHARE THE CARE
407.423.5311
x2313
Facilities Director
Vince Edman
x2314
Assistant Facilities Director
Leslie McCranie
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Membership Admin. Assistant
Lisa Oak
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5PM, 7 PM (Español )
SATURDAY VIGIL
Parish Accountant
Heidi Lewis
x2302
8AM, 10AM (Interpreted for the deaf),
SUNDAY
Administrative Intern
Julie Daligney
12NOON, 5:30 PM
Receptionist
Jo Ann Kuhn/Wanda Padin x2309/x2320
Mon-Fri: 7AM, 8:30AM, Saturdays 8AM,
WEEKDAY
Bulletin Editor
Lisa Sojourner [email protected]
Thurs 7PM (Español)
Morning Rosary
8 AM (Monday-Saturday)
LIFELONG FAITH FORMATION
Adoration First Friday
9 AM - 5PM (In the Chapel)
x2318
Steward for Faith Formation
Fr. Alfonso Cely, O.P.
Prayer
Line
407.830.9042 [email protected]
x2304
Steward for Adult Sacramental Preparation Deacon Marshall Gibbs
Sacrament
of
Reconciliation
Sat 3-4PM (English), Sat after 5PM Mass (Eng/Sp)
x2303
Steward for Children & Family
Larann Wilson
Sacrament of Initiation,
Deacon Marshall
x2305
Steward for Youth Ministry
Darryl Dziedzic
Baptism
and
Matrimony
Lucy Berger/Fr. Charlie Mitchell
x2306
Steward for Annulments
Sister Pat O’Malley
Sacrament
of
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O UR C ATHOLIC F AITH :
S ACRIFICIAL G IVING IS ….
Sacrificial Giving is … PLANNED
The decision to give is just that—a decision. It requires thought and time, so that it is integrated with other financial decisions as part of a careful, intentional response to God’s generosity.
The degree of planning that goes into our sacrificial giving reflects the importance of our commitment to give. For most of
us, unless we plan something, it doesn’t happen. Unless we consciously incorporate the amount of our giving into our regular budget, it becomes an optional expense and may be lost in the financial shuffle. Planning our giving enables us to give
of the first fruits rather than some amount left over after “more important” obligations have been satisfied. The planning
process itself can be a spiritual exercise, focusing our attention on our values and priorities.
Sacrificial Giving is . . . PROPORTIONATE
Our giving should be proportionate to what God has given us. Most people use the biblical concept of the tithe, a tenth, as
a guide. In any case, our gift should be proportionate to our resources.
How much should you give? Start with an assessment of your level of giving now. Is the amount we currently give, consistent with our faith and values and our belief that God should be first and foremost in our lives. Does the amount we’re
giving now adequately reflect our gratitude for God’s generosity?
Most people use the biblical tithe as their measure (10%) but one’s giving should also be sacrificial and truly commensurate to what God has given you. In many instances, it is a goal we have to work toward, recognizing that it takes time to reorient our priorities. If we are not yet giving a full tithe, we can set that as a goal but begin today by taking a step or two
toward the biblical tithe.
Sacrificial Giving is . . . SACRIFICIAL
The proportion of our gift becomes sacrificial when it comes from our substance rather than our abundance. When we give
out of our substance, we are changed in the process, like the bread and wine at Mass. Perhaps the most important outcome
of Sacrificial Giving is the impact it has on the giver. If you can give your gift and not notice it, it isn’t a sacrificial gift.
The element of sacrifice is present when something about your life has to change in order for you to be able to give the gift.
You re-order your priorities and reconsider your values. Every time you give the gift, you are reminded of the reasons why
you have chosen to give.
Sacrificial Giving is one way we have of walking in the footsteps of our Lord, who sacrificed everything so that we might
have life. We give up something of ourselves so that life can flourish. When we give that way, we are changed.
When giving becomes Sacrificial Giving, it focuses our attention on the true source of our security. When we give away
something we think we need to survive, we are saying, “money won’t take care of us, possessions won’t save us.” Sacrificial Giving bears witness to the reality that God alone will make us safe. Recognizing that reality and living it out constitute a tremendous change in our lives. And this can make an equally tremendous difference to the lives of others. The
sacrifice we make by doing without some portion of our substance is just that—doing without so that life for others may
flourish.
F AT H E R E D ’ S Q U E S T I O N B OX ©
Do nuns know more than priests? ✥ ¿Las monjas saben más que los sacerdotes?
Do nuns know more than priests? Answer: Some nuns know more than
priests; some priests know more than nuns. Some smart nuns taught me
my religion lessons and some smart priests taught me in the seminary.
Just to be a “smart” priest, (a safe priest), I’ll says it’s 50-50, a tie. ✥
Algunas monjas saben más que los sacerdotes; algunos sacerdotes saben
más que las monjas. Algunas monjas inteligentes me enseñaron mis
clases de religión y algunos sacerdotes inteligentes me enseñaron en el
seminario. Usando una respuesta inteligente, yo diría: un empate, 50-50.
MASS INTENTIONS
W E E K LY C A L E N D A R
TI 1:1-9; PS 24; LK 17:1-6
7:00AM
8:30AM
 Don Gallagher
 Daria Dittmer Hardin
 Edward J. Przydzial
 Mary and John Zulkofske
 John and Philip Zulkofske
TI 2:1-8, 11-14; PS 37; LK 17:7-10
7:00AM
8:30AM
 Mary Kerzaya
 Thomas Handy
 Jim Cathcart
 Betty Hutton
 George Schubert
 Lee Gonzalez
Intentions of the Men & Women in the Military
TI 3:1-7; PS 23; LK 17:11-19
7:00AM
8:30AM
 Gary and Michael Sydnor
 Una Pavliga
 Chris Aurand
 Emma Sisco
Intentions of Hibett Lozada
PHLM 7-20; PS 146; LK 17:20-25
7:00AM
8:30AM
7:00PM
 Ed Wilder
 Ray Leonard
 Nora Drew
 Josephine and Michael Slivinski
 George Simmermacher
Intentions of Lorma Molloy
All the People of the Parish
2 JN 4-9; PS 119; LK 17:26-37
7:00AM
8:30AM
 Jack Sheppard
 Eileen Froehlich
Intentions of Joy Gallagher
 Mark Panico
 Karen Panico
 Joe, Jerry and Chris Cina
Irish American Society Meeting – School Cafeteria – 1:00 PM
Newcomer’s Church Tour – Church – 1:30 PM
Retrovaille Meeting – Pope John Paul II Room – 2:00 PM
The Bible Timeline Series – Adult Center – 6:30 PM
LifeTeen – PLC – 6:30 PM
Men’s Bible Study – Mother Teresa Room – 7:00AM
St. Gerard Circle – Mother Teresa Room – 9:30AM
Grief Support Group – Parish Office – 10:00AM
St. Theresa Circle – Pope John Paul II Room – 10:00AM
Confirmation Class – PLC – 6:30PM
St. Luke Circle – Mother Teresa Room – 6:30PM
Centering Prayer Meeting – Parish Office – 6:30PM
Health and Wellness Meeting – St. Francis of Assisi Room – 7:00PM
Teardrops Devotional – Chapel – 7:00PM
Parent Confirmation Meeting – Adult Center – 7:00PM
New Beginnings Meeting – School Room 105 – 7:00PM
The Gospel of Matthew Series – San Juan de la Cruz Room – 7:15PM
St. Eamon Circle – St. Katherine Drexel Room – 7:30PM
Father Ed’s Bible Class – Parish Office – 7:30AM
St. Paul Circle – Pope John Paul II Room – 9:30AM
First Reconciliation Dinner – PLC – 5:45PM
First Reconciliation – Church – 6:30PM
Knights of Columbus Meeting – San Juan de la Cruz Room – 7:00PM
American Sign Language Class – Parish Office – 6:30PM
St. Robert Circle – Pope John Paul II Room – 7:00PM
Faith Formation Meeting – Parish Office – 7:00PM
The Bible Timeline Series – Mother Teresa Room – 7:15PM
The Gospel of Matthew Series – PLC – 9:45AM
St. Vincent de Paul Circle – Mother Teresa Room – 9:00AM
Women’s Theology Group – St. Francis of Assisi Room – 11:30PM
Wednesday Afternoon Seniors –PLC – 1:00PM
P.R.E.P. – Church – 4:00PM
Quick Journey through the Bible – St. Ignatius of Loyola Room – 6:30PM
EDGE – PLC – 7:00PM
Justice and Service Commission Meeting – Parish Office – 7:00PM
Our Lady’s Rosary Group – Chapel – 7:00PM
3 JN 5-8; PS 112; LK 18:1-8
8:00AM
5:00PM
7:00PM
 Josephine Caruso
 Rosendo Diaz
 Maria Figueredo
 Somilia Bazile
 Raul Pou
 Brennen-Schad Families
 Ray Armstrong
 Mary Ann Ferre
 Isabel Faura
The Bible Timeline Series – Mother Teresa Room – 9:30AM
Grief Support Group – Parish Office– 10:00AM
Sisters Act – Mother Teresa Room – 7:00PM
Oración Centrante – Parish Office – 10:00AM
XLT Service – Church – 7:00PM
Renovacion Carismática – San Juan de la Cruz Room – 7:00PM
PRV31:10-13,19-20,30-31;PS128;1THES5:1-6;MT25:14-30
 Ed Wilder
Diocesan Marriage Conference – PLC – 9:00AM
 Victoria Isola
P.R.E.P. – Church – 9:15AM
Safe Return of our U.S. Deployed Military
10:00AM
 Durwood Foshee
 Howard and Doug Stapp
Living Your Strengths Day of Reflection – PLC – 1:30PM
 Bud Provancha
The Bible Timeline Series – Adult Center – 6:30PM
12:00PM
 John Rechinda
LifeTeen – PLC – 6:30PM
 Lou Di Lello
 Gene Kucharski
5:30PM
 Jim Cathcart
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