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1 ATTENTION BULLETIN EDITORS! Diocese of Palm Beach Bulletin Announcements October 2014 The monthly announcements can be downloaded to your PC via the diocesan website at Bishop Barbarito s special collection letter for the month of October is for Propagation of the Faith (World Mission Sunday). It is posted on the website and can be found at Respect Life Month October 2014 From October 5-19, 2014, Pope Francis will convene the Third Extraordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops in Rome which will have a focus and theme of the pastoral challenges of the family, both within the life of the Church and society. The Vatican announced in advance of this Synod, a Day of Prayer for the Synod will be held on Sunday, September 28, During the work of the Synod, the Eucharist will be celebrated every day in the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome. The deadline for Voter Registration is October 6. Those who are registered by that date can vote in the November General Election. Please promote voter registration and the Candidate Questionnaire Project conducted by the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops. Wording and a PDF are again included in this month s announcements. Parishes are encouraged to print the announcements beginning before General Elections. Important Upcoming Election Dates are: GENERAL ELECTION November 4 a) Early voting begins October 25 b) Voter registration deadline October 6 I ve built an election resources page in bulletin announcements. They can be found at I will continue to build this as more resources become available. Respect Life Weekend is just about here. There are prayerful events being planned in the diocese for the first weekend in October. Information is included and on the websites of Catholic Charities and the DPB. Meantime, check out the USCCB s Respect Life Program website as you will find many materials for the 2014 Respect Life Sunday. Look at There is information, a full page flier, and smaller bulletin size ads in English and Spanish on the diocese s annual Grandparents Pilgrimage and Mass for families which takes place in October. 1

2 In October, we will kick off in the Diocese of Palm Beach the World Youth Day USA (WYDUSA) Countdown to Krakow, the start of a two-year countdown suggested by the USCCB. The first Diocesan World Youth Day will take place on Saturday, October 25. Information is included. You can expect the final version of the flier next week. There is a NEW ad and promotion for the month of October of the DSA. Images and copy are available. Please utilize the information provided for October (and not previous months) when promoting the DSA. Information is available in different sizes and in PDF and Jpeg formats. If you need jpeg or a different size, please let me know. June 1 started Hurricane Season. During each month of this season, we will include the Prayer for Protection from Storms (in three languages), and the special intentions. The Pastoral Center will be closed Monday, October 13, in observance of Columbus Day. We would appreciate it if you could publish the first four announcements below with the red heading (**PLEASE PUBLISH AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE IN BULLETINS AND PARISH WEBSITES**) as often as possible. (**PLEASE PUBLISH AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE IN BULLETINS AND PARISH WEBSITES**) EDITORS: THE BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENT BELOW MUST BE PLACED IN YOUR PARISH BULLETIN REGULARLY AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH) (new headline) Protection of Children and Young People The Catholic Diocese of Palm Beach is committed to the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults in its care. Victims of abuse are encouraged to contact the Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator to begin necessary emotional, psychological and spiritual healing. The Diocese of Palm Beach Victim Assistance Coordinator, Ms. Theresa Fretterd, can be reached at For more information on Diocesan policies and procedures for reporting abuse as well as to view the USCCB Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, please go to and click on Offices/Safe Environments. (**PLEASE PUBLISH AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE IN BULLETINS AND PARISH WEBSITES**) Pray for our Priests By popular request, we continue to maintain and update the monthly calendar which originally appeared on the diocesan website during the Year for Priests (June 2009 June 2010.) The prayers of all the faithful in support of the dedicated priests of the Diocese of Palm Beach are much appreciated by our priests. Please continue to pray daily, using the monthly calendar as a guide. The guide can be found on the Events Calendar of the website. Go to and click on the Pray Daily for Priests wording in the left column. 2

3 (**PLEASE PUBLISH AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE IN BULLETINS AND PARISH WEBSITES**) New Copy Catholic Charities Diocese of Palm Beach Promoting Life, Dignity and Justice Counseling, Elder Affairs, Guardianship Training, Immigration & Refugee Services, Outreach Information and Referral, Pregnancy Care Centers, Prison Ministry, Respect Life Ministry, Catholic Relief Services, Samaritan Center, and Interfaith Health & Wellness. For general or program information contact Volunteer opportunities are available. (**PLEASE PUBLISH AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE IN BULLETINS AND PARISH WEBSITES**) Watch the Catholic Mass Each Sunday Tune in each week for the televised Catholic Mass which airs Sundays at 9:30 a.m. on Ion Television Networks (on most local cable it is Channel 8). Priests from around the five counties of the diocese along with Bishop Babarito bring the Mass to the sick, homebound and all the people of God on a weekly basis. The televised Mass is produced by the diocesan Office of Communications. Please visit to hear the weekly homilies. To support the televised Catholic Mass contact or write to Office of Communications, 9995 N. Military Trail, Post Office Box , Palm Beach Gardens, FL Rosary Service Held Every Month Catholic Charities Office of Respect Life conducts a Rosary Service the first Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. outside the Presidential Women s Center in West Palm Beach. The center is located at 100 Northpoint Parkway, just off 45 th St. and Village Blvd. Please join us across the street from the abortion center as we peacefully pray. For information, call Catholic Charities Respect Life Office at Rosary Service Each Month in Western Community Join other parishioners from the western community Churches on the first Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. 10 a.m. as they Pray the Rosary for Life on the sidewalk just north of Wellington Regional Medical Center, near an office of Planned Parenthood which performs abortions. For additional information, contact Bill or Melanie Hill at **Editors: Further Contest Rules are included in PDF format in both English and Spanish in the PDF related file** Poster Contest for Hispanic Heritage Month The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), a community partner with the diocesan Office of Safe Environments and its VIRTUS Program, is holding a Poster Contest in recognition of October as Hispanic Heritage Month. The theme this year is Beat the Tricks - Ganale a los Engaños. The contest is open to all students in 5 th grade. Poster Guidelines and submission rules in both English and Spanish can be downloaded by parents, teachers and participants at Entries must be received by October 17 at NMEC s headquarters in Virginia. Winners will be notified by October 27. 3

4 **Please note: Below there are two different announcements you may use. There is also a PDF** Announcement #1 (longer version with list) Prayer Chains Planned for Respect Life Weekend Pro-life Prayer Chains are planned for the first weekend in October at various parishes and locations within the five-county area of the Diocese of Palm Beach in observance of Respect Life Sunday which occurs on Sunday, October 5. Respect Life Sunday is the first Sunday of October in which Catholics celebrate life and participate in pro-life events. October is also part of Respect Life Month designated as such by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops to encourage all to reflect during the entire month in a special way on the respect for all life and the dignity of all life. The Prayer Life Chains have been arranged through Catholic Charities Respect Life Office. Below is a partial list. Please check with your parish office or parish bulletin for any additionally planned activities and prayerful events. Information is also available on the diocesan Events Calendar at or or by contacting Don Kazimir in the Respect Life Office at Sunday, Oct. 5: Various locations Time: 2 3 p.m., Delray Beach Location: Corner of West Atlantic Ave. and State Rd This Prayer Chain is planned by Our Lady Queen of Peace Church. Time: 2 3 p.m., Jensen Beach Location: U.S. Highway 1 between Baker Road and the Roosevelt Bridge. This Prayer Chain is hosted by St. Martin de Porres Church. Time 2 p.m. 3 p.m., Palm Beach Gardens Location: Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola at 9999 N. Military Trail. Prayer Chain will be along Military Trail in front of the Cathedral. Time: 2 3:30 p.m., Royal Palm Beach Location: Corner of Okeechobee Blvd. and Royal Palm Beach Blvd. This Prayer Chain is hosted by Our Lady Queen of the Apostles Church. Time: 2:30 3:30 p.m. Location: St. Juliana Church at 4500 Dixie Highway. This Prayer Chain will be in the front of the Church. Announcement #2 (shorter version) Prayer Chains Planned for Respect Life Weekend Pro-life Prayer Chains are planned for the first weekend in October at various parishes and locations within the five-county area of the Diocese of Palm Beach in observance of Respect Life Sunday which occurs on Sunday, October 5. Respect Life Sunday is the first Sunday of October in which Catholics celebrate life and participate in pro-life events. October is also part of Respect Life Month designated as such by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) to encourage all to reflect during the entire month in a special way on the respect for all life and the dignity of all life. October is also part of Respect Life Month designated as such by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) to encourage all to reflect during the entire month in a special way on the respect for all life and the dignity of all life. The Life Chains have been arranged through Catholic Charities Respect Life Office. For the list of the locations and a list of other weekend activities, visit the or or contact Don Kazimir in the Catholic Charities Office of Respect Life at

5 *Below is wording for the registration deadline to vote in the fall election** Voter Registration Deadline in October All voters must be registered by October 6 in order to vote in the November 4 General Election. Citizens have a right and a duty to participate in the electoral process. Parishioners who are not registered to vote for the upcoming elections are encouraged to do so. This can be accomplished by visiting the website of the Florida Division of Elections, Follow the instructions for completing and mailing a voter registration form. You will receive a voter registration card in the mail to confirm your registration. Follow this same procedure to update your name or address or change your party affiliation. *Please note: There are PDFs in English and Spanish includeed in the PDF announcement file or find it AND MORE in the Election Resources page filed under page* Editors: The Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops recommends publishing the following announcements in parish bulletins beginning three Sundays before the General Election. Parishes may choose from the three sample announcements provided or use all three. Recommended publication before the General Election: October 19 November 2 CQP Announcement #1 - English 2014 Candidate Questionnaire Project: What s a Catholic voter to do? Catholic faithful are urged to choose their political leaders according to principle, not party affiliation or mere self-interest. To help parishioners become informed on where candidates stand on key issues, the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops has polled those running for U.S. Congress, the Florida Legislature, and Florida Governor. To see how candidates appearing on the November 4 General Election ballot responded to the questionnaire, visit CQP Announcement #2 - English 2014 Candidate Questionnaire Project: Let your conscience be your guide Catholic faithful are called to political engagement shaped by the moral convictions of well-formed consciences and focused on the dignity of every human being, the pursuit of the common good, and the protection of the weak and the vulnerable. To help parishioners become informed on where candidates stand on key issues, the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops has polled those running for U.S. Congress, the Florida Legislature, and Florida Governor. To see how candidates appearing on the November 4 General Election ballot responded to the questionnaire, visit CQP Announcement #3 - English 2014 Candidate Questionnaire Project: An informed voter is a responsible voter The U.S. bishops remind us, "In the Catholic Tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue, and participation in political life is a moral obligation. To help parishioners become informed on where candidates stand on key issues, the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops has polled those running for U.S. Congress, the Florida Legislature, and Florida Governor. To see how candidates appearing on the November 4 General Election ballot responded to the questionnaire, visit ***SPANISH VERSIONS**** 5

6 La Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de la Florida recomienda que los siguientes anuncios se publiquen en los boletines parroquiales comenzando tres domingos antes de ambas elecciones, las primarias y las generales. Las parroquias pueden escoger uno de los tres ejemplos proveídos o usarlos todos. Se recomienda que los anuncios antes de las elecciones generales se publiquen de octubre 19 a noviembre 2 CQP ANUNCIOS#1 Proyecto del Cuestionario de los Candidatos 2014: Qué debe hacer el votante católico? Los fieles católicos son urgidos a escoger sus líderes políticos basados en sus principios, no en la afiliación partidista o interés personal. La Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de la Florida, para asistir a los feligreses que quieren conocer la posición de candidatos políticos sobre temas claves, ha encuestado aquellos postulándose para el congreso, la legislatura estatal, y el puesto gubernativo. Para ver como los candidatos, que aparecerán en la papeleta de la Elección General de noviembre 4, respondieron al cuestionario, visite CQP ANUNCIOS#2 Proyecto del Cuestionario de los Candidatos 2014: Que su conciencia sea su guía Los fieles católicos somos llamados a la participación política. Esta participación debe ser influida por las convicciones morales de conciencias bien formadas y enfocada en la dignidad de cada ser humano, la búsqueda del bien común, y las protección de los débiles y vulnerables. La Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de la Florida, para asistir a los feligreses que quieren conocer la posición de candidatos políticos sobre temas claves, ha encuestado aquellos postulándose para el congreso, la legislatura estatal, y el puesto gubernativo. Para ver como los candidatos, que aparecerán en la papeleta de la Elección General de noviembre 4, respondieron al cuestionario, visite CQP ANUNCIOS#3 Proyecto del Cuestionario de los Candidatos 2014: Un votante informado es un votante responsable Los obispos estadounidenses nos recuerdan que: En la Tradición católica, ser ciudadanos responsables es una virtud y la participación en la vida política es una obligación moral. La Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de la Florida, para asistir a los feligreses que quieren conocer la posición de candidatos políticos sobre temas claves, ha encuestado aquellos postulándose para el congreso, la legislatura estatal, y el puesto gubernativo. Para ver como los candidatos, que aparecerán en la papeleta de la Elección General de noviembre 4, respondieron al cuestionario, visite Do You Know Anyone Who is Separated or Divorced and Needs Support? This summer, the diocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life will offer another session of its peer-led ministry to men and women who have suffered from divorce: The Catholic s DIVORCE SURVIVAL Guide. This is a 12-week program featuring weekly 30-minute DVD segments covering topics such as anger, guilt, forgiveness, money, co-parenting, the ex-spouse, annulment, sexuality, spirituality, finding peace, and more. Whether you were divorced ten days ago or ten years ago, the program offers valuable insight for everyone. The Catholic Church is not here to condemn but to console and to help you find peace, power, and renewed passion for life. If you are interested in attending the next session, please contact Cathy Loh at

7 *Please note: The PDF available is in the PDF announcement file is FOR PARISH CAPTAIN USE ONLY; NOT TO BE PRINTED AS IS IN THE BULLETIN! ** Workshop for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion The fall schedule of workshops for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion is out. There will be three workshops held September through December. The second workshop will be Saturday, October 18, from 9 a.m. Noon (12:00 p.m.) at St. Ann Church in West Palm Beach. Last day to register is Tuesday, October 14. These workshops provide training for both new and experienced Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. Topics include: salvation history, sacramental theology, history of Eucharist, origin and development of the Mass, principles of good liturgy, ministry to the sick and up-to-date information on rubrics for Extraordinary Ministers. New Ministers will get hands-on practice with unconsecrated altar breads and wine. Sessions are offered simultaneously in English and Spanish. Currently serving Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion wishing to attend should call your parish office as they will be taking reservations and registering all participants with the diocesan Liturgy Office. Dates for future workshops: November 15, 2014 at St. Patrick in Palm Beach Gardens December 6, 2014 at St. Bernadette in St. Lucie **Please note: There are multiple PDFS for this announcement in the PDF announcement file. These are available in English and Spanish** Annual Grandparents Pilgrimage & Mass Save the Date to attend the Annual Grandparents Pilgrimage and Mass to be celebrated on Saturday, October 18 at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola in Palm Beach Gardens. There will be a Children s Concert at 4:00 p.m. and the Vigil Mass at 4:30 p.m. with Bishop Barbarito as the celebrant. All are invited the reception following Mass. Our Grandparents pass on the faith to future generations. We encourage families to attend and grandparents who grandchildren may not live in the area. Join us for this celebration sponsored by the diocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life. For information: or cloh@diocesepb.org **Please note: There are multiple PDFS for this announcement in the PDF announcement file. These are available in English and Spanish** La Misa anual de Peregrinación de los abuelos Reservar la fecha para atender a la Misa anual de Peregrinación de los Abuelos que se celebrara el sábado 18 de octubre de 2014, en la Catedral de San Ignacio de Loyola en Palm Beach Gardens. Tendremos el concierto de niños a las 4:00 p.m. y la Santa Misa a las 4:30 p.m. celebrada por Monseñor Gerald M. Barbarito. Todos están invitados a la recepción después de la Misa. Los abuelos quienes pasan la fe a las futuras generaciones. Familias y abuelos se les anima a participar aunque sus nietos no vivan en el área. Acompáñanos en esta celebración patrocinada por la oficina diocesana de Matrimonio y Vida Familiar. Para obtener más información, llamar : or cloh@diocesepb.org 7

8 **Please note: There is PDF for this announcement in the PDF announcement file.** Annual Family Fun Fair for Special Needs Families Please join the diocesan Special Needs Ministry for its 2 nd Annual Family Fun Fair for Special Needs Families to be held Saturday, October 18, from 10 a.m. 1 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Boca Raton. The day includes arts & crafts, Progressive Paws, pumpkin and cupcake decorating, balloon art and so much more fun! Palm Beach County Fire and Rescue will also be there, and the Knight of Columbus Council #11241 will provide food and beverages. Again, this is a FREE event for our Special Needs Population and their family members. All ages are welcome. Please RSVP by October 10 to Rosemary D'Annunzio at extension 1429 or via at rdannuzio@lourdesboca.org or view information & event flier at **Please note: To come later this week: a PDF for this announcement in the PDF announcement file.** Diocese Holds 1 st WYD to Begin the Countdown Let the Countdown to Krakow in the Diocese of Palm Beach Begin! World Youth Day 2016 will take place in Krakow, Poland but we are starting the Celebration Now on Saturday, October 25 from 2:30 p.m. 8 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola in Palm Beach Gardens. All high school youth and youth ministries are invited to join us for this Diocesan WYD Event! Youth are encouraged to create a flag that represents them or their youth ministry, parish or school. Bring them to our World Youth Day as part of our celebration of our youth! Create your own or create one as a group. (Flags should be no bigger than the 22x28) Come with friends, or come to meet new friends. You will be uplifted spending time with so many fellow teens! For more information, contact Dee Aitken, Cathedral Youth Minister, at or daitken@cathedralpb.com You can also find more information at **Please note: There is a PDF for this announcement in the PDF announcement file.** Catholic Charities Connection Support Group for Families of People in Prison There will be a one-hour meeting on Saturday, October 11 at 9:30 a.m., at the Christian Living Center of Saint Helen Church at th Avenue, Vero Beach in the Saint Maria room. This Christ-centered group is open to persons of all denominations and is to offer fellowship, consolation and support to family members through group interaction, conversation and prayer. October 21 Open House for Volunteers Catholic Charities will be hosting an Open House for Volunteers at their St. Francis Center located at 100 W. 20th Street in Riviera Beach (next door to the parish of St Francis) on October 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a presentation of the different programs of Catholic Charities and volunteer positions within each. Afterwards, there will be a tour of the facility, refreshments and time for questions. Please RSVP to the Volunteer Coordinator, Denise McOsker, at or by at dmcosker@catholiccharitiesdpb.org. 8

9 October 30 Elder Affairs Luncheon The Elder Affairs Program is hosting a luncheon honoring Integrated Therapies Department of TrustBridge (Hospice of Palm Beach County and Broward Counts, Hospice by the Sea, Focus Care and Harbor Palliative Care Services) on Thursday, October 30 from noon- 2 p.m. at the Hilton Palm Beach Airport. Contact for more information. Tickets are $75 and the event is open to the public. SAVE THE DATES November 1, 2014: Adoption Awareness Week November 10, 2014: Samaritan Center Soup Bowl Cocktail Party Kickoff November 13, 2014: Samaritan Center 22nd Annual Soup Bowl November 22, 2014: Birthline/Lifeline s Dinner Dance Gala January 29, 2015: Caritas Dei Bishop s Gala **Please note: There is a PDF for this announcement in the PDF announcement file.** We are still in Hurricane Season. It ends December 1. Are you Prepared for a Hurricane? Here are some things to consider and to help you prepare. ARE YOU PREPARED FOR A HURRICANE? Evacuations Check to see if you are in an evacuation area. Know where the emergency shelters are. Special Medical Needs Pre-register for a Special Care Shelter if you need oxygen, nebulizer treatments or are on a ventilator. Special Needs Coordinator: (Palm Beach County) Homeowner s Insurance Make sure your policies are up-to-date. Read your hurricane and flood clauses. NECESSARY SUPPLIES (AT LEAST 2 WEEKS SUPPLY) Prescription medications First Aid kit Portable radio, flashlight, & clock Cell phone (fully charged) Extra batteries Baby food, formula, & diapers, etc. Bottled water Toilet paper Manual can opener Ice chest filled with ice Pillows, blankets, sleeping bags Important papers & valid ID Extra cash Mosquito repellent Pet food Disposable plates, cups, utensils Paper towels Hand sanitizer 9

10 Bleach (without any additives) Trash bags Tools, nails, duct tape Extra clothing Special dietary needs Canned milk, fruits, vegetables, soups Instant coffee, tea Crackers, cereals cookies, snacks Peanut butter and jelly Dried fruits/nuts **Editors: note below is text only. There is a PDF with graphics in the PDF announcement file. If you should need it in a jpeg format or in the graphic in a different size, please contact the DPB Office of Communications so we can accommodate that** (October DSA Text Only) ATTENTION DSA SUPPORTERS: We want to hear from you! Share your witness and inspire others to support the shared ministries of our diocese. Tell us why you give and the importance it plays in the life of your family. Your Gift Transforms Lives Please Contact: Elizabeth Merizzi, Creative Arts Coordinator, Diocese of Palm Beach Development Office (561) or emerizzi@diocesepb.org **Please note: There is a pdf for this item in the PDF related fliers.** NEW COPY Save the Date to Attend the 26th Annual Lumen Christi Celebration! The Lumen Christi Gala is the Bishop's annual dinner dance for the benefit of our Diocesan Catholic Schools, both elementary and secondary. Please plan to join us for our 2014 gala celebration to be held Saturday, December 13, 2014, at The Breakers Palm Beach. The Catholic schools in the Diocese of Palm Beach provide for the education and formation of more than 6,000 students throughout the diocese's five counties. The Diocese of Palm Beach allocates 100% of the net proceeds of the Lumen Christi Gala to tuition scholarships which are shared equally among the schools. The schools distribute the funds within their school communities. Please plan to join us for our 2014 gala celebration. For more information, contact Kathy Wildes at or kwildes@diocesepb.org The Breakers Palm Beach is offering specially-priced hotel rooms for the Lumen Christi Gala Guests. Reservations need to be made by October 29, Book your room via their website, or The Breakers Room Reservations: (Mention you are a Lumen Christi Guest). (The website is 10

11 **Please note: There is a PDF for this announcement in the PDF announcement file.** Vocation Awareness Weekend Set for November A Vocation Awareness Weekend will be held November 7-9 at St. John Vianney College Seminary in Miami for young men considering a call to the priesthood. During the weekend, seminarians will give reflections on what brought them to the seminary and what seminary life is like. There will be opportunities for prayer and fellowship with the seminarians, fun social activities and great food! There is no cost and transportation is provided. All young men who are juniors in high school and above are invited. Please ask your parish priest for a registration form to attend the vocation weekend or the Office of Vocations for the application at vocations@diocesepb.org Save the Date for Rachel s Vineyard Retreats Struggling After an Abortion? You are NOT ALONE! There is hope after abortion. Catholic Charities Rachel s Vineyard program offers a healing retreat to help both men and women struggling after an abortion. The next retreat will be held November 7 9 and will be in Spanish. During the retreat, participants will experience the healing love of Jesus Christ. This retreat offers an opportunity to deeply enter into the grieving process and identify the ways your abortion(s) may have affected you or a loved one. This healing program is an apostolate of the Catholic Charities Office of Respect Life of the Diocese of Palm Beach; however, those from other faith backgrounds are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Donna Gardner at dgardner@catholiccharitiesdpb.org or Events Around the Diocese For more information on any events listed below, please visit the diocesan online Events Calendar at Catholic Homeschoolers on the Treasure Coast October Meeting Friday, October 3 from 7:30 a.m. 1 p.m. at St. Andrew Church in Stuart. All Catholic homeschoolers on the Treasure Coast are welcome to attend 7:30 a.m. Mass together. Immediately afterward, we will go to the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament. Then we will go to Bathtub Beach for some fellowship and play! If you are a Catholic homeschooling family on the Treasure Coast, join us! For questions please contact at AcevedoHomeschoolers@hotmail.com or Grief and Loss Support Group Tuesday, October 7 from 10 a.m. 11 a.m. at Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola in Palm Beach Gardens. The purpose of the support group is to offer support to persons who are experiencing symptoms of grief due to the death of a loved one. The group is opened to all adult men and women. The group is religiously based and opened to all persons seeking support. Not limited to parish members. For questions please contact Gloria at gstevensonlcsw@yahoo.com or St. Catherine of Siena: A Woman for Our Times" Wednesday, October 8 at 7 p.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Church in West Palm Beach. With props and fertile imagination, Sister Nancy Murray, OP, portrays Saint Catherine as the colorful, strong, passionate and enthusiastic personality that she was. She also interacts with the audience. For information, contact Holy Name of Jesus at

12 Care and Treatment Decisions for Compromised Patients or Patients at the End of Life Saturday, October 25 at St. Martin de Porres Church in Jensen Beach Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Ph.D. (Fr. Tad), the Director of the National Catholic Bioethics Center will be speaking on issues such as stem cell research to organ donation, abortion to euthanasia. He offers a clear and compelling analysis of modern bioethical questions, addressing issues we may confront at one time or another in our daily living. For more event details, contact the parish at info@stmartindp.com or School Open House Thursday, October 30 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at John Carroll High School in Ft. Pierce Any current 6 th -11 th grade students and their families are encouraged to visit JCHS for a personal tour, to learn information about what the school has to offer, and to register for the placement test. A drawing for FREE TUITION, a $7,800 value, will take place at our home football game during halftime. For questions please contact Jennifer at jennifertrefelner@johncarrollhigh.com or Homecoming Football Game & Alumni Celebration Thursday, October 30 at 6 p.m. at John Carroll High School in Ft. Pierce Alumni and their families are invited to the annual celebration which features complimentary food, drinks, and gifts at the Homecoming football game. For questions please contact Jennifer at jennifertrefelner@johncarrollhigh.com or Respect Life Conference (State conference) Oct 24 to 25 at Bethany House retreat Center in Lutz, just north of Tampa. This year's annual statewide Florida Respect Life Conference will be held for two days and is hosted by the Diocese of St. Petersburg. Speakers include the Executive Director of the USCCB Pro-Life Secretariat in Washington, DC; Susan Wills, an experience Respect Life and Rachel's Vineyard educator and pro-life promoter; Reverend Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Ph.D. who writes a monthly column on timely life issues; and much more! There will also be Mass celebrated by Most Reverend Robert N. Lynch, Bishop of St. Petersburg. There are elements for our youth to gather, too. There will be a special Youth Leadership Conference on Saturday for high school students. Youth groups are encouraged to attend, however, those interested in leadership on pro-life issues may want to consider attending both events with their chaperones. Come to this conference and be uplifted by spending time with so many like-minded pro-life individuals! For more information, please contact the contact Diocese of St. Petersburg Office of Life Ministry at SAVE THE DATES March 2015 Catholic Days at the Capitol. Plan to join Catholics from throughout Florida March 3-5, 2015, to advocate for legislation that takes Catholic values into account. Bus transportation from three points within the Diocese. Activities in Tallahassee include a briefing by Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops staff; office visits with legislators; luncheon at Civic Center where awards are made to supportive legislators, and the Red Mass of the Holy Spirit at St. Thomas More Co-Cathedral. Plan now to attend. For more information contact Betty McKinley, , bmckinley@diocesepb.org or Don Kazimir, , dk@catholiccharitiesdpb.org. 12

13 Save the Date for Diocesan Women s Conference Save the Date for the 6 th Annual Catholic Women of Faith, Women of Action Conference to be held Saturday, March 7, 2015 at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius in Palm Beach Gardens. This inspiring day of worship will provide you with many opportunities to grow in your prayer life, faith and service. Our conference speaker will be Colleen Carroll Campbell which many may know as anchor of EWTN s News Nightly and Faith & Culture television and radio interview show. She is an author, print and broadcast journalist and former presidential speechwriter. Other conference highlights will include praise & worship, confession, rosary and Mass with the Most Reverend Gerald M. Barbarito, Bishop of Palm Beach. Registration/check-in will be held from 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.; Conference doors will open at 9 a.m. Please mark your calendars now to attend. More details and registration forms are coming soon. Keep checking your bulletin and visiting the websites of Palm Beach Diocese Council of Catholic Women at and the diocesan Events Calendar at Publicize Your Event on the Diocesan Website Would you like more people than just those in your parish or school to know about your special event, Mass, concert, bible study/class or fundraiser? Go beyond your parish walls! Check out the Event Submission section on the diocese s website at Enter your event information and there s even a place to include a poster or flyer. It s that simple! Information submitted is automatically sent to the Office of Communications and the Florida Catholic for inclusion on the diocesan website, in the newspaper and thoughtful consideration for possible inclusion in the diocesan E-Newsletter and parish bulletin announcements. Anyone checking out the Calendar of Events section on the website could see your event. Just go to and look for the News and Events tab found on the home page. An Offer from You Did It For Me Offer Catholic Charities USA and Catholic Relief Services have started "You Did It For Me, " brief stories for parish bulletins or parish, diocesan or organization websites any place you would like to share good news of the Church helping those in need across America and around the world. Catholic parishes can receive a 100 word story with graphics for its bulletin, Website, or newsletter detailing the good work of one of the two organizations every week. For more information about these weekly "good news" stories, contact Steve Herro. at sherro@catholiccharitiesusa.org **Please note there are 4 versions of the text for this announcement. There is also a PDF available which each announcement in a text box just perfectly convenient for inserting into a bulletin** (text #1) Important Information about Florida Atlantic University Do you know someone who is going to FAU this year? Be sure to let them know that they are invited to live out their faith on campus by becoming part of the Catholic Campus Ministry Newman Club at the Boca Raton campus. Sunday Mass at 6:00 PM followed by pizza. Contact the Newman Club at or 13

14 (text #2) Going to F.A.U. in Boca this Fall? Come and hangout in the Newman Lounge located near the Bookstore. Contact us at: or (text #3) Welcome to the F.A.U. Owl Family... You re invited to Sunday evening Mass on the Boca Raton campus followed by pizza and good fellowship in the Newman Club Lounge. Contact us: or (text #4) Attention Parents and Grandparents of F.A.U. Students How about encouraging your F.A.U. student to become part of our F.A.U. family by joining us for Sunday evening Mass and fellowship on the Boca Raton campus beginning in July. Send us their names and contact info so we can invite them too! Contact us at: or Monthly Mass for Home Schooled Students & Families Please join us for a monthly Family Mass for our Home School Students at Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center located on U.S. Highway 1 in North Palm Beach on the third Friday of each month! Holy Mass will begin at 11:30 a.m. Middle school and teen youth are also invited to spiritual reflection talks at 10:00 a.m. with Father Patrick Daugherty. For more information, please call Gabriella at Support Group for Family Members Encourage is a spiritual support group for family members of loved ones with same-sex attraction. For information about the location and meeting time for this group call or visit our website at All contacts are confidential. ***Please note: a PDF of this listing is available in the PDF announcement file** New on the Diocesan Website The diocesan Office of Safe Environments now has posted on its web pages guidelines for those working in the ministry to Vulnerable Adults. These helpful guidelines help parishes train the people in the ministry. Visit then click on the Vulnerable Adults tab on the left of the page. If you want further information or training assistance, contact Kit Johansen at or kjohansen@diocesepb.org Get the Florida Catholic E-Edition You read the printed Florida Catholic newspaper but did you know you can also receive it as an e-edition on a Smartphone, ipad, computer, tablet and other Internet-connected devices? Subscriptions are available for print or e-edition or both! This is perfect for those who love electronic news and especially for those who go out of town but still want the latest issue filled with diocesan news. With your subscription, you also have access to newspaper archives. Produced as another tool of evangelization, the Florida Catholic is the newspaper of the Diocese of Palm Beach. It covers the local activities of Bishop Barbarito, parishes and other local news. The paper also offers national, international and Vatican news, which gives a voice to the Church and provides witness. 14

15 **Note: These listings below for the Florida Catholic newspaper subscriptions are generic and can be utilized any week or month. Fliers are PDF or JPEG*** Announcement #1 Subscribe to the Florida Catholic Newspaper Throughout history, it has always been a good idea to subscribe to the Florida Catholic! For 75 years, the Florida Catholic has served to help families grow in faith. For just $24 a year (in state) you will receive 24 issues delivered to your home. For $20 a year (anywhere), receive our e-edition and get all three diocesan editions of the newspaper on your PC or tablet. Support Catholic communication! Subscribe toll-free at , or visit us at and subscribe day or night. Announcement #2 Subscribe to the Florida Catholic Newspaper Florida Catholic newspaper Delivered via cyberspace to your tablet and PC! For $20 a year, receive our e-edition and get all three diocesan editions of the newspaper on your PC or tablet. Subscribe tollfree at , or visit us at and subscribe day or night. Consider a gift subscription! Prefer our paper delivery? Get 24 issues of the Florida Catholic delivered to your home for $24 a year. Visit or call toll-free Announcement #3 Subscribe to the Florida Catholic Newspaper Florida Catholic newspaper 75 years of service and still going strong! Let your Catholic newspaper help you grow in your faith. Subscribe now or renew your subscription to the Florida Catholic 24 issues of your home diocese for $24; or access to our e-edition, which includes Orlando, Palm Beach and Venice editions, via your PC or tablet, for $20. Visit or call toll-free An Invitation to Host a Fair Trade Sale Catholic Charities Parish Social Ministry wants you to consider hosting this fall a Catholic Relief Services (CRS) FAIR TRADE consignment sale in your parish, school or ministry group. FAIR TRADE respects human dignity, promotes the common good, advances economic justice, empowers disadvantaged people and cultivates global solidarity. For more information visit crsfairtrade.org or contact Elena Garcia at and egarcia@catholiccharitiesdp.org An Invitation to Hold a Good News People Program Catholic Charities Parish Social Ministry invites you to hold the Good News People, a program of JustFaith Ministries. Good News People is a fourteen-session program (seven sessions in the fall and seven sessions in the spring) designed for groups of ten participants. The program is a dynamic process engaging sacred scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, readings and reflections, and Church teaching. The purpose of the program is to communicate hope, love, and possibilities found in a faithful commitment to be "Good News" in the world today. This program is for: Young Adults Newly Married Parents with Young Children Working Professionals Active Retired Widows and Widowers New Parishioners And more! For more information contact: Elena Garcia at or egarcia@catholiccharitiesdp.org 15

16 No One Buried Alone Ministry at Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery As Christians, we believe the body is sacred and as the temple of the Holy Spirit here on Earth, deserves repose in a consecrated dwelling as we await the coming of our Lord Jesus and the resurrection of our bodies. Guided by this truth, Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery in Royal Palm Beach accepts the remains of those who have no family or friends to bury them the loveless, the homeless, and the abandoned stillborns who possess inherent dignity because they are made in the image of God. Please consider volunteering to attend these charitable services which occur periodically throughout the year. If you would like to be added to our charitable committal service notification list, please contact Christina: christina@ourqueen.org. Learn More About Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery As Catholics, We Respect Life From Conception Until Natural Death, However.not all Catholics are aware of: The respect that must be given to the human body after death Why this respect is due And how we show this respect The Catholic Church s teaching in this area is in logical agreement with the Church s teaching on life issues. Learn more about this teaching by contacting Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery and arranging for a representative to speak to your parish or ministry, either at Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery or at a location you prefer. Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery Month s Mind Requiem Mass at Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery On the second Saturday of each month Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery celebrates the Month s Mind Requiem Mass. This Mass takes place 10 a.m. 11 a.m. in the cemetery s outdoor chapel. Prayers during this Requiem Mass are offered for those who have been laid to rest during the previous month, all of the deceased at Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery, and all of the holy souls in purgatory. All of the faithful are welcome and encouraged to attend. The tradition of the Month s Mind Requiem dates back to the fifteenth century as a feast of prayerful remembrance for departed souls on or about the thirtieth day of their passing. Though it is still common in Ireland and England, few parishes in the United States continue the custom today. Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery is located exactly 1-mile west of State Road 7 (US-441) and 3-miles west of the Florida Turnpike at Southern Boulevard, in Royal Palm Beach. For additional information, please feel free to contact us at: (561) Sign Up to Receive Advocacy Alerts Are you receiving Advocacy Alerts from the Diocese of Palm Beach? Through the diocesan website, you can sign up to be a part of our Advocacy Alert E-News Group. Just go to and in the upper right corner of the web page, click on Receive E-News. It is that easy! An added note: when a person signs up to receive our E-Newsletter, he or she is given a menu option of six types of Electronic News to select to receive -- such as DPB News and Calendar; DPB Events Calendar, Advocacy Alerts and more. You can also sign up to receive Action Alerts from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and The Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops. Just visit or 16

17 Prayer to Avert Hurricanes The Most Reverend Gerald M. Bishop is asking all parishes and schools in the diocese to join him a united prayer effort in thanksgiving for the past several calm hurricane seasons and for our protection from devastating storms in the 2014 season. Below is a prayer to avert storms that you and your families can use throughout the hurricane season. Thank you for your support of our prayer effort to ask God to keep us safe from hurricanes in this upcoming season. (SUGGESTED PRAYER FOR PROTECTION FROM STORMS) God our Father, Creator of the Universe and Lord over all creation, we humbly stand before you as your children in thanksgiving for your loving care and protection. We ask that you keep us safe from all hurricanes which may threaten us in the coming seasons. Protect us from all fear and anxiety of storms and give us an ardent trust and hope in Your love and mercy. You alone have the power to command the sea, the wind and the rain. You alone bring peace, calm, and safety. Father, we thank you in advance, for you are our only Refuge. We ask this through Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. Mary, Queen of the Apostles, and Patroness of our Diocese, pray for us. ******************************************************** Oración para pedir protección contra las tormentas Dios Padre nuestro, Creador del Universo y Señor de toda la creación, humildemente nos presentamos a ti, como hijos tuyos, en acción de gracias por tu amoroso cuidado y protección. Te pedimos que nos guardes de los huracanes que nos puedan amenazar en la próxima temporada. Protégenos de todo temor y de la ansiedad que nos causan las tormentas y danos confianza ardiente en Tu amor y misericordia. Solo Tú tienes el poder de mandar al mar, al viento y a la lluvia. Solo Tú traes paz, calma y seguridad. Padre, te agradecemos de antemano, pues tu eres nuestro único refugio. Te lo pedimos por Cristo, tu Hijo, que vive y reina contigo y el Espíritu Santo, un Dios, por los siglos de los siglos. Amén. María, Reina de los Apóstoles y Patrona de nuestra Diócesis, ruega por nosotros. **************************************** Bondye Papa nou, ou menm ki kreye syèl la ak tè a, ou menm ki Bondye kreyasyon an, nou kanpe devan w tou piti, nou menm ki 17oun an17, pou nou di w mèsi pou tout renmen ak pwoteksyon ou ban nou. Nou mande ou pou ou pwoteje 17oun an sezon siklon k ap vini an. Ban nou pwoteksyon ou kont tout sa ki vle fè nou pè, kont tout angwas e ban nou plis lafwa ak lesperans nan renmen ak mizerikod ou a. Se ou menm sèl ki gen pouvwa pou komande lanmè a, van ak lapli. Se ou menm sèl ki kapab bay lapè ak pwoteksyon. Papa, nou di w mèsi davans, paske se ou menm ki refij nou. Nou lapriyè ou konsa nan non Jezi-Kri pitit ou, li menm ki vivan e ki ap komande ansanm avèk ou, ansanm ak Lespri Sen an, yon sèl Bondye, kounye a e pou toutan. Amen. Mari, rèn Apot yo, ou menm ki patron Dyosèz nou an, lapriyè pou nou. **Please note the below are the Prayers of the Faithful distributed on May 14 by Bishop Barbarito to all Pastors and School Administrators** 17

18 SUGGESTED PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL In thanksgiving for protecting us from devastating storms during the past several years and in supplication for His protection again this year. That God would bring order out of chaos in His created elements and protect us from all hurricanes and storms this season, we pray to the Lord. That God would dispel all fear and anxiety that threatens our confidence and trust in Him, and protect us from all hurricanes and storms this season, we pray to the Lord. That we would receive the grace of physical protection from all storms, disaster and calamity this hurricane season, we pray to the Lord. That in the midst of storms, we your people would be a source of solace in service to our brothers and sisters in need and that we be protected from all hurricanes and storms this season, we pray to the Lord. That we would recognize that it is in God alone that we receive our protection and security as we ask for safety from all hurricanes and storms this season, we pray to the Lord. For all those who have been adversely affected by storms and other natural disasters, that we may always be aware of their needs and assist them with our prayers and resources, we pray to the Lord. Intercessions for Life October 5th Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time (Respect Life Sunday) For the world: That all people may recognize and treat each person as a masterpiece of God s creation; October 12th Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time For couples who are experiencing difficulty in conceiving a child: May the Holy Spirit fill them with trust in God s loving plan; October 19th Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time For those working to promote the sanctity of all human life: May they be strengthened through the grace of Christ; October 26th Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time For children awaiting adoption: May the Lord inspire loving families to welcome and nurture them; 18

19 Bulletin Briefs - October 2014 Children are really the supreme gift of marriage and contribute very substantially to the welfare of their parents. Second Vatican Council, Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World (Gaudium et Spes), 50 Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I dedicated you, a prophet to the nations I appointed you. Jeremiah 1:5 (NABRE 2010 CCD. Used with permission.) God s infinite love for each one of us helps us to grasp our identity and our worth. The recognition of this dignity leads us to respect and protect each person s life 2014 Respect Life Program pamphlet, Advance Medical Directives: Planning for Your Future, USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities When God created each of us, He did so with precision and purpose, and He looks on each of us with love that cannot be outdone in intensity or tenderness Respect Life Program flyer, USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities The credibility of a healthcare system is not measured solely by efficiency, but above all by the attention and love given to the person, whose life is always sacred and inviolable. Pope Francis, Address of Holy Father Francis to Participants in the Meeting Organized by the International Federation of Catholic Medical Associations, September 20, 2013 Life, Marriage and Religious Liberty. Visit or text FAST to Join the Movement! Copyright 2014, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. All rights reserved. Addition for October 2014 Respect Life Month: Intercessions for Life For all people throughout the world: that they might recognize and treat each person as a masterpiece of God s creation; For the poor, the homeless, and all who are in need: that they may receive love, respect, and the material assistance they need; For all those facing an unexpected pregnancy: that the peace of Christ may fill their hearts; That we may listen for the Lord s voice and follow Him with trust; 19

20 That Jesus grant each of us the courage and peace to share His love with the world; That birthparents placing their children with adoptive families may receive abundant support; That all women, men, and family members suffering from abortion may know the Lord s tender, healing love; For those who are ill: may they draw strength from the Sacred Heart of Jesus, who is always with us in our suffering; For parents who have lost a child through miscarriage: that they may know the comfort and hope that Jesus brings; For all elected officials: that throughout their service, they may respect the dignity of each person; Copyright 2014, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. All rights reserved. Palabra de Vida - Octubre de 2014 Intercesiones por la Vida 5 de octubre 27º Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario (Domingo Respetemos la Vida) Por el mundo: para que todas las personas reconozcan y traten a cada persona como una obra maestra de la creación de Dios; 12 de octubre 28º Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Por las parejas que tienen dificultades para concebir un hijo: que el Espíritu Santo las colme de esperanza en el plan amoroso de Dios; 19 de octubre 29º Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Por quienes trabajan para promover la santidad de toda vida humana: para que sean fortalecidos por medio de la gracia de Cristo; 26 de octubre 30º Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Por los niños que esperan ser adoptados: que el Señor inspire a familias cariñosas para acogerlos y criarlos; 20

21 Citas para el boletín Los hijos son, sin duda, el don más excelente del matrimonio y contribuyen sobremanera al bien de los propios padres. Concilio Vaticano Segundo, Constitución pastoral Gaudium et spes sobre la Iglesia en el mundo actual, 50 Desde antes de formarte en el seno materno, te conozco; desde antes de nacieras, te consagré como profeta para las naciones. Jeremías 1:5 ( Leccionario 2011Comisión Episcopal de Pastoral Litúrgica de la Conferencia del Episcopado Mexicano, se usa con permiso.) El infinito amor de Dios para cada uno de nosotros nos ayuda a comprender nuestra identidad y nuestro valor. Reconocer esta dignidad nos lleva a respetar y proteger la vida de cada persona. Folleto del Programa Respetemos la Vida 2014, Directivas anticipadas para el cuidado médico: planes para el futuro, USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities Cuando Dios creó a cada uno de nosotros, lo hizo con precisión y con un propósito, y mira a cada uno de nosotros con un amor que no se puede superar en intensidad ni ternura. Folleto del Programa Respetemos la Vida 2014, USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities La credibilidad de un sistema sanitario no se mide sólo por la eficiencia, sino sobre todo por la atención y el amor hacia las personas, cuya vida siempre es sagrada e inviolable. Papa Francisco, Discurso del Santo Padre Francisco a los Participantes en la Conferencia organizada por la Federación Internacional de las Asociaciones Médicas Católicas, 20 de septiembre de 2013 Vida, matrimonio y libertad religiosa. Visite o envíe un mensaje de texto con la palabra FAST al Únase al Movimiento! Copyright 2014, Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de Estados Unidos, Washington, DC. Todos los derechos reservados. Mes Respetemos la Vida: Intercesiones por la Vida Por todas las personas del mundo; para que reconozcan y traten a cada persona como una obra maestra de la creación de Dios; Por los pobres, los que no tienen vivienda y todos los necesitados: que reciban el amor, el respeto y la ayuda material que necesitan; Por todas las que se enfrentan a un embarazo inesperado: para que la paz de Cristo reine en sus corazones; 21

22 Que podamos escuchar la voz del Señor y seguirlo con confianza; Para que Jesús nos conceda a cada uno de nosotros el valor y la paz para compartir Su amor con el mundo; Que los padres biológicos que ofrezcan a sus hijos para ser adoptados reciban abundante apoyo; Por todas las mujeres y los hombres que sufren a causa de un aborto para que sientan el amor tierno y sanador del Señor; Por todos los enfermos: para que obtengan fortaleza del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús; que siempre está con nosotros en nuestro sufrimiento; Por los padres que han perdido a un hijo a causa de un aborto espontáneo: para que encuentren el consuelo y la esperanza que nos trae Jesús; Por todos los funcionarios electos: que durante su servicio puedan respetar la dignidad de cada persona; Copyright 2014, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. Se reservan todos los derechos. Related fliers are posted in this month s PDF file for Bulletin Announcements. Questions about the above announcements? Contact the Director of Communications, Dianne Laubert, at or dlaubert@diocesepb.org 22