St. Jude Maronite Catholic Church

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1 St. Jude Maronite Catholic Church FR. BASSAM M. SAADE, D.MIN., PASTOR DEACON JACK MANHIRE, PH.D. Parish Council President - Amine Harb Women s League President - Paula Harb Music Director & Organist - Sharon Luhrs Office Manager/Secretary - Barbara Fidler Fr. Bassam MASS TIMES Saturday Vigil - 5 p.m. Sunday: & 11 a.m. Monday - Wednesday Thursday - Communion Service Friday - 5 p.m. HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION As noted NOVENAS Following Weekday Masses St. Joseph - Tues. Miraculous Medal - Wed. St. Jude - Thurs. Sacred Heart & St. Jude - Fri. Every 3 rd Friday - Divine Mercy Novena ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT & VENERATION OF ST. CHARBEL S RELIC Every 22nd of the month from - 5 p.m. PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday-Wednesday & Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thursday - Closed Parish Council & Finance Committee Members Dr. Abdo Asmar Gail Bell Myrla Cromer Dr. Dany Dacacche Telma Domingues Bill Hinshaw Diane Homsi Sheila Love Imad Nasnas John Shaheen Leo Shalhoub BAPTISM Call the Parish Office for information. MATRIMONY Arrangements with Fr. Bassam must be made at least six months in advance. One of the parties must be registered in the Parish & attending mass for at least 3 months. MARONITE CHRISTIAN FORMATION (Religious Education) Communion - Saturdays at 3:30 p.m. Confirmation - Call the Parish Office. RCIA Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday at 7 p.m. RECONCILIATION Saturdays before the 5 p.m. mass or by appointment. COMMUNION FOR THE SICK Please call the Parish Office. Announcement to the Virgin Mary November 19-20, Dr. Phillips Blvd. Orlando, FL phone fax stjudemaronitecatholicchurch@gmail.com

2 FROM THE DEACON S DESK The second Sunday of the Season of Announcements commemorating the announcement to Mary that she is to be the Mother of God. The feast actually recalls two aspects of the same salvific mystery: the incarnation of the divine Word and the motherhood of Mary. For this reason, the feast was given different names according to the aspect which was being emphasized. With time, the incarnation of the Son of God was stressed on the feast of the Birth of our Lord and today's feast became a Marian feast. In addition to this second Sunday of the Season of Announcement, the Maronite Church celebrates the Annunciation on March 25th. The feast of the Annunciation appeared in the West, in Italy, during the fifth century, and was eventually adopted by the Maronite Church. The great announcement to Mary, the fulfillment of the promises of the prophets, took place in the humble home of Mary in Nazareth. At the time, Mary was probably between fourteen and sixteen. Again it was Gabriel, the messenger of the end times, who brought the wonderful message to the young girl. In many ways, the announcement to Mary can be compared to the announcement to Zechariah. Both apparitions took place during the day and both Zechariah and Mary were to be found at prayer. Mary, the Queen, is speaking with her Lord in her own home. It was necessary for Zechariah to go to the Temple and encounter the Lord in the holy of holies. When the angel appeared to Zechariah, he was described as "standing." The angel himself praises Mary, "You have found favor with God." In the name of all of humanity, Mary consented to be the instrument through which salvation was to be brought into the world. One recalls Eve, who consented to bring darkness and sin into the world. With Mary, the New Eve, salvation history is at a turning point. She is to be the "Mother of the Light." Sat p.m. Sun Sun a.m. Mon Tues 11/22 Wed 11/23 Thur 11/24 Fri 11/25 5 p.m. Sat 11/26 5 p.m. Sun11/27 Sun 11/27 11 a.m. Mass Intentions ANNOUNCEMENT TO VIRGIN MARY +Joann Castagna RIP by Joe & Maryann Tucci + Joseph Donanghy RIP by Ann & Jim O'Connell ANNOUNCEMENT TO VIRGIN MARY + The Cudden Family Friend SI by Tom Cudden & Family + Albert Llaput, Pedro Martinez & Joseph Eimerez RIP by Pedro Martinez ANNOUNCEMENT TO VIRGIN MARY + Maurice Sholy 40 Day Mass RIP by his niece Nahi & Khalil Bassil + Sal Assal RIP by Hamid & Raya JeBailey + Fil Meneses 3rd Anniversary RIP by Tito Garcia Family + Joan Alberstadt RIP by Janet & Robert Estelle + Dorothy Maunjier SI by Mary Walter HAPPY THANKSGIVING + In Thanksgiving to God by Fr. Bassam + Eleanor Lynch SI by Janet & Robert Estelle + Peewee Adams RIP by Ustick Family VISITATION OF THE VIRGIN TO ELIZABETH + In Thanksgiving to our Lord by Fr. Bassam + Peewee Adams RIP by Eric & Teryl Plaisance VISITATION OF THE VIRGIN TO ELIZABETH + In Thanksgiving to our Lord by Fr. Bassam + Kitty Bauer RIP by Eric & Teryl Plaisance VISITATION OF THE VIRGIN TO ELIZABETH + Elias & Hibus Rabady 40 Day Mass RIP by their 6 children + Joyce & Albert Motie by daughter Daphne Dhanraj RIP - Rest in Peace SI - Special Intention WEEKLY COLLECTION for the weekend of November 13, 2016 Sunday Collection/Donations $2,172. Second Collection/ Patriarchal Charities 469. Memorials 50. Candles/Gifts 155. Donations 494. Coffee 168. Total Collections/Donations $3,508. # of envelopes used: 72 # of attendees: 445 Thank you for your generosity and support! God Bless You, Deacon Jack OUR SECOND COLLECTION This week: Religious Ed Next Week: Mortgage Reduction

3 Lector-Usher Schedule - November 11/19-20 Announcement to the Virgin Mary Gal 3:1-6 & Lk 11: p.m. Lector: Laura Tellado (E) Ushers: Myrna Calderon & Kathy Morrell Lector: Maria Clark (E&S) Ushers: Larry & Deborah Mancuso 11 a.m. Lectors: Jezabelle Kenealy (E) & Eleanor Nader (A) Ushers: Amine Harb & Tony rouhana 11/26-27 Visitation of the Virgin to Elizabeth 2 Tim 2:8-16 & Mt 10: p.m. Lector: Leo Black (E) Ushers: Mike & Donna Harrison Lector: Bob Rodgers (E) & Luis Martell (S) Ushers: Larry & Deborah Mancuso 11 a.m. Lectors: Grace Enriguez (E) & Nader Zikra (A) Ushers: Amine Harb & Tony Rouhana Father in Heaven, Creator of all and source of all goodness and love, please look kindly upon us and receive our heartfelt gratitude in this time of giving thanks. Thank you for all the graces and blessings. You have betowed upon us, spiritual and temporal: our faith and religious heritage. Our food and shelter, our health, the loves we have for one another, our family and friends. Dear Father, in Your infinite generosity, please grant us continued graces and blessing throughout the coming year. This we ask in the Name of Jesus, Your Son and our Brother. Amen. MEMORIALS If you would like to sponsor one of the religious gifts in memory of your loved ones or for a special intention, please call the parish office at Memorials & Special Intentions $50 each/month) & Altar Flowers ($100/wk) CURRENT DONORS ALTAR CANDLES SPONSORS ++ November - Maha Stephan & Elias Khourisader RIP by Edison Khourisader & Family ++ December - Special Intentions by Mezo Riccio ++ January - RIP Michael, Vincent, & Louise Sack by the Sack Family SANCTUARY LAMP SPONSORS ++ November - Halim Younes RIP by Hayat Younes ++ December - Special Intentions by Deacon Jack & Diane ALTAR BREAD & WINE SPONSORS ++ November - Andrew Napolitano RIP by daughter Theresa Downey ++ December - Special Intentions for the Mattar family by Dr. & Mrs. Ziad Mattar & Family ++ January - The Reinhardt Family RIP by Barbara Torten ++ February - The Torten Family RIP by Barbara Torten ++ March - The Eiserle Family RIP by Barbara Torten CHARCOAL & INCENSE SPONSORS ++ November - Antoun Merched Makhlouf RIP by daughter Emilia Makhlouf Rivero ++ December - Antoun Merched Makhlouf RIP by daughter Emilia Makhlouf Rivero SPECIAL INTENTIONS ++ November - Special Intentions by Chlastawa & Kupiec Families ++ December - For Family Unity SI by Deacon Jack & Diane to all of our St. Jude Parishioners

4 ANNOUNCEMENT TO VIRGIN MARY Galatians 3:15-22 The Promise to Abraham Brothers and Sisters: I give an example from daily life: once a person s will has been ratified, no one adds to it or annuls it. Now the promises were made to Abraham and to his offspring; it does not say, And to offsprings, as of many; but it says, And to your offspring, that is, to one person, who is Christ. My point is this: the law, which came four hundred thirty years later, does not annul a covenant previously ratified by God, so as to nullify the promise. For if the inheritance comes from the law, it no longer comes from the promise; but God granted it to Abraham through the promise. Why then the law? It was added because of transgressions, until the offspring would come to whom the promise had been made; and it was ordained through angels by a mediator. Now a mediator involves more than one party; but God is one. Is the law then opposed to the promises of God? Certainly not! For if a law had been given that could make alive, then righteousness would indeed come through the law. But the scripture has imprisoned all things under the power of sin, so that what was promised through faith in Jesus Christ might be given to those who believe. Praise be to God always! Luke 1:26-38 The Birth of Jesus Foretold The Evangelist said: In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin engaged to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. The virgin s name was Mary. And he came to her and said, Greetings, favored one! The Lord is with you. But she was much perplexed by his words and pondered what sort of greeting this might be. The angel said to her, Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And now, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you will name him Jesus. He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God will give to him the throne of his ancestor David. He will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end. Mary said to the angel, How can this be, since I am a virgin? The angel said to her, The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be holy; he will be called Son of God. And now, your relative Elizabeth in her old age has also conceived a son; and this is the sixth month for her who was said to be barren. For nothing will be impossible with God. Then Mary said, Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word. Then the angel departed from her. This is the truth. Peace be with you. NEXT WEEK S READINGS - The Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth Eph 1:14 & Lk 1:39-45 DAILY READINGS Mon : Gal 3:1-6 & Lk 11:27-32 Tues : Gal 3:7-14 & Mt 11:25-30 Wed : Gal 3:23-29 & Mt 13:54-58 Thurs : Gal 4:1-7 & Mt 12:46-50 Fri : Gal 4:8-12 & Jn 6:40-44 Sat : Gal 4:13-20 & Lk 10:21-24 ST. JUDE PRAYER CHAIN Your request should be sent to songbird728@gmail.com. Please let us know your prayer intention and we will send it to the prayer chain. "Truly I tell you that two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or those gather in my name, there am I with them." Matthew 18:19-20 God Answers Prayers POPE FRANCIS NOVEMBER INTENTIONS UNIVERSAL: COUNTRIES RECEIVING REFUGEES That the countries which take in a great number of displaced persons and refugees may find support for their efforts which show solidarity. EVANGELIZATION: COLLABORATION OF PRIESTS AND LAITY That within parishes, priests and lay people may collaborate in service to the community without giving in to the temptation of discouragement. He who sings... prays twice! You are invited to join our St. Jude Choir! Singers needed at all Weekend Masses! The Christmas Choir is being formed now!

5 . St. Jude Parish is designated a Holy Door parish. Those who make a pilgrimage to St. Jude and go through the Holy Door, attend mass, go to confession, receive communion & pray for our Holy Father s intentions will receive a special indulgence The Holy Door closes on Sunday, November 20. Christmas Pageant Rehearsal Christmas Eve 5 p.m. Mass All children in our parish are welcome to participate. Costume fitting & rehearsals Saturdays 4:00-4:45 p.m. Thanks to all parents for bringing your children & making them part of this Christmas pageant. We will have our Angel Tree at the entrance to the church. Each ornament will have a gender and age on it with a suggested gift. Please choose an angel and return your unwrapped gift to the church ASAP, the latest - Sunday, December 18. Thank you for being AN ANGEL to a needy child. Christmas Novena Come & join us to prepare Spiritually for this Blessed Announcement Season & the Birth of our Lord. December 15 through 23-9 Days Christmas Masses If you would like your loved ones name placed on the altar for the Christmas Masses, please put their names on an envelope (indicate if they are living or deceased) and place the envelope with your donation in the offertory basket or give it to Fr. Bassam. CALENDAR OF EVENTS 1 st Tuesday of each month Parish Council Mtg 7 p.m. 2 nd & 4 th Sunday of each month Portuguese Mass 6 p.m. 22 nd of each month Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & St. Charbel Relic Veneration - 5 p.m. CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS Parish Christmas Party - Saturday, December 10 Party with Santa - Sunday, December 11 Pageant Rehearsal - every Saturday 4-4:45 p.m. Christmas Pagaeant - Christmas Eve Mass - 5 p.m. Christmas Masses: Christmas Eve - Saturday - December 24-5 p.m. & Midnight Christmas Day - Sunday, December 25 - & 11 a.m. New Year's Eve - December 31-5 p.m. New Year's Day - January 1 - & 11 a.m. Weekday Liturgies - Schedule as usual ST. JUDE S CHILDREN S PARTY with Santa Sunday, December 11, :30 p.m. after 11 a.m. Mass $5 per person Ticket s available after masses Pizza, Desserts & Salads Parents, please bring 1 gift for each child wrapped with child s name on each gift. Gift Value: up to $20.00 It's the season of giving! St. Vincent de Paul needs your support now more than ever. Donate your vehicle to support our non-profit and receive a tax deduction. The process is simple; the pick-up is free. Contact us now for more information: Also your donated furniture and appliances help St. Vincent de Paul Orlando to provide to families in need. Schedule a FREE pick up today: or online at: svdporlando.org You can offer a Christmas Poinsettia to the Altar of the Lord in Honor/Remembrance of your loved ones Living or deceased. Suggested donation per plant/name $10.00 Thank you & God Bless you, Fr. Bassam

6 10 Days in the Holy Land Walk in the Footsteps of Jesus February 14-23, 2017 ITINERARY hosted by Fr. Bassam Saade only $3,299 per person More info, call TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 - ORLANDO/ACROSS THE ATLANTIC ARRIVE TEL AVIV - WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16 - TEL AVIV/CAESAREA/HAIFA/TIBERIAS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17 - TIBERIAS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 - TIBERIAS/CANA/NAZARETH/JERUSALEM SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 - JERUSALEM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 - JERUSALEM TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 - JERUSALEM WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22 - JERUSALEM/TEL AVIV/ORLANDO THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23 - ARRIVE ORLANDO

7 You re Invited St. Jude Maronite Catholic Church Annual Christmas Dinner Dance Fundraising Event Saturday, December 10, 2016 St. Jude Social Hall 7 p.m. Dress - Formal $50.00 per person Bring your own liquor! Tickets will be available shortly. Your support is appreciated!