Saint Ignatius of Antioch

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1 The Roman Catholic Church of Saint Ignatius of Antioch AUGUST 16, 2015 TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME I am the wheat of God. I must become the pure bread of Christ. St. Ignatius of Antioch

2 PAGE 2 AUGUST 16, 2015 The Dynamic Presence This week we come to the climax of John 6. But this is not the last Sunday that we have a reading from this chapter. Next week we ll consider the disciples suggestion that Jesus tone down His teaching. That s the conclusion. Today we have the climax. John 6 is about sustenance. It is about eating. It is about nourishment. It is about the Eucharist. It is not about eating like we normally eat. Normally, when we eat, we assimilate the food. Forgive my simplification, but basically, our body breaks down the food, takes the nutrients it needs, and feeds our cell system. In a sense, the food becomes part of us, although not as much of us as the guy who eats so much chicken that he starts growing feathers. I guess I should qualify that, because I have met a large number of people who share my Italian heritage who look like they have been turned into meatballs. Still, eating is about what we do with the food. We assimilate the food. But that is not what happens when we receive the Eucharist. When we receive the Eucharist, instead of us assimilating the food, the food assimilates us. When we receive the Eucharist, Jesus transforms us. We take on the life of the Lord. We just heard: Just as the living Father sent me and I have life because of the Father, so also the one who feeds on me will have life because of me. During the last three or four years, more and more people in our parish have recognized the importance of adoring the Presence of the Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. We added four hours to the time set aside for First Friday adoration. We initiated beginning Lent with Forty Hours. Our young people have a real hunger to receive communion and to adore the Lord in the Eucharist. Every time you ask any of the Teens who return from a spiritual experience like a Steubenville Conference or a week at Covecrest, What was your favorite part? the vast majority of the Teens respond, Eucharistic Adoration. The attraction of the Eucharist is dynamic. Jesus is dynamic. When we receive communion or when we come to pray before the Blessed Sacrament, we don t receive an inanimate object. We don t kneel before a static entity. This is not a crucifix or a statue that reminds us of something. This is Jesus. The One Who Is. When we receive communion or come to adoration, we take within ourselves or we come before the dynamic, powerful Presence who speaks to us through the life He has given us. How great is our God. He has found a way for each of us to have continual, intimate encounters with Him. Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI wrote that the Eucharist is the Dynamic Presence that grasps us and makes us His Own. The fundamental action of Jesus s life, the reason why He became one of us, was the gift of Himself in His passion, death and resurrection: the Paschal Event. The gift of His sacrificial love re-established our union with God and our capacity to share in His immortality. Or to put it simply: because He died for us we can live forever with Him.

3 TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME When Jesus gave us His Body and Blood the night before He died and when He gives us His Body and Blood every time we receive communion, the Lord gives us the total sacrifice of Himself to His Father. This is my Body which shall be given up for you. This is the cup of my Blood, the new and everlasting covenant that shall be shed for you and for all until the end of time. When we receive the Eucharist, Jesus is present as the Servant of God who in His sacrificial death is saving us all. Right here, right now. Today s Gospel states: The one who feeds on my flesh and drinks my blood has life eternal. In the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist we receive Jesus saving His people, saving us now. We receive Christ strengthening us and transforming our joys and sorrows into prayers to His Father. Our union with Christ in the Eucharist is union with Christ in passion, death and resurrection. Sometimes we are full of the joy of the Resurrection, sometimes the sorrow of the Passion, but always we are strengthened by the one who gives us His Body and Blood. The Lord is always in action. His Presence is dynamic. The first reading speaks about the Wisdom of God. God has built a house and invited us to a dinner. Come and eat and drink and live forever, He says. He gives us the dream of living in peace and happiness totally united to Him for all eternity. The marvelous paradox of our Eucharistic relationship with the Lord is that the more we have Him, the hungrier we are for Him. Only God in His Infinite Wisdom could find a way to satisfy our hungry hearts while leaving us even hungrier for Him. We can t get enough of Him. We never will until we are fully united to Him in heaven. Today we pray for the Gift of the Holy Spirit called Reverence. May we revere the Dynamic Presence that assimilates Us into Himself every time we receive His Body and Blood. Yours in Christ, Please Note: Due to unforeseen circumstances this year s Summer Music Camp is cancelled. Rev. Joseph A. Pellegrino, Pastor 715 East Orange Street Tarpon Springs, Florida Mass Schedule: Saturday 4:00 and 6:30 p.m. (Fulfills Sunday Obligation) Sunday.7:30, 9:00, 11:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Life Teen Weekdays. 7:30 a.m. & 9:00 a.m. Saturday.. 9:00 am. Schedule of Confessions: Saturday 3:00-3:45 p.m. and after 6:30 p.m. Mass PARISH OFFICE Main office ext. 201 Rev. Joseph A. Pellegrino ext.209 Rev. Brian Fabiszewski ext.207 Deacon Samuel Moschetto ext.210 Deacon John Edgerton ext.222 Ron Appel, Parish Manager ext.215 Katherine Creamer, Office Mgr ext.201 Lorna Moffitt, Parish Mgr Asst. ext.203 Eldean Jenkins, Facilities Mgr. ext.201 Anne Harman, Music Director ext.206 FAITH FORMATION Rev. Brian Fabiszewski -Director ext.207 Fran Morin, Pre K 8th Grade ext.220 Evangelization & Spirituality Katie Napolitano ext.224 Laura Margarella, Caritas ext.221 YOUTH MINISTRY Life Teen - High School Bart Kovacic, Life Teen ext.246 The Edge - Middle School Jen McIlveen, Edge ext.210 EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Sharon Stokely, Director ext.225 GUARDIAN ANGELS SCHOOL Mrs. Cindy Malinski, Principal UPPER PINELLAS PREGNANCY CENTER Mary Caesar Parish Office Fax Office kcreamer@ignatius.net Parish Website Miraculous Medal Devotion: Before 9 a.m. Mass each Wednesday Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Thursdays after 9 a.m. Mass until 10:15 a.m. First Friday of Month 9:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. Baptism: Please call the Parish Office Marriage: Call Parish at least 6 months in advance. Holy Orders: Please call Rev. Carl Melchior at

4 PAGE 4 Please Note the Date Change. Confirmation Orientation scheduled for this Wednesday, has been rescheduled for Wednesday, September 2nd in the hall at 7 p.m. All 9th grade teens and parents are to attend. If you have any questions please contact Fran Morin in the Faith Formation office at ext 220 or at fmorin@ignatius.net St. Ignatius Altar Servers Corps Our ministry is looking for new candidates to replace those who have moved on to college or other towns. Must be in at least the 4 th grade through High School. Those who served in previous parishes are most welcome. For inquiries, please contact Deacon John (Spiritual Moderator) at ext. 222 or jedgerton@ignatius.net or Mrs. Jennifer McIlveen, Coordinator at altarservers.stignatius@gmail.com. Training sessions will be in the Church on Saturdays at 10 a.m. starting September 12 th continuing each Saturday through October 10th. All sessions are 90 minutes. All of our Servers say they like serving because it helps them to get closer to God. Come and find out why! UPCOMING EVENTS Life Teen Missionary Dear Fellow parishioners. I am PJ Vega, a member of St. Ignatius and the Knights of Columbus. This summer I was honored by being accepted as a full time missionary for Life Teen. I will be based at Hidden Lake Camp in Dahlonega, GA. During the next year, I will be serving the Church in this beautiful movement that has changed my life since I first became involved in the St. Ignatius Life Teen back in At Hidden Lake I will join eight other missionaries in giving retreats for teens, reaching out to local youth groups, taking mission trips to Haiti, as well as studying theology and spirituality. I need your help. Would you consider being a mission partner and support my ministry monthly or perhaps, with a yearly donation? As a mission partner you will walk with me on this journey. I d love to meet with you and tell you more. Let s set up at time to talk! Contact me at or at pveiga@lifeteen.com. My fundraising page is donate.lifeteen.com/pveiga My address will be Life Teen Hidden Lake 830 Hidden Lake Rd Dahlonega, GA Register August 23rd and 30th Classes begin in September! Who: Children and Youth from Pre K 8 th Grade What: Faith Formation Religious Education Continuing formation. Pre K 5 th grade Sunday Mornings between the 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Mass. 3 rd 5 th grade Wednesday 4 p.m. 5:15 p.m. 6 th 8 th grade Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 8 p.m. Edge Middle School Faith Formation. Where: St. Ignatius Parish Life Center rooms 2 and 3. When: Sunday August 23rd and 30th from 10 a.m. 1 p.m. Note: If your son or daughter is in 1 st or 8 th grade this school year, then it s time to start preparing for 1st Holy Communion or Confirmation. Fran Morin ext. 220 fmorin@ignatius.net Marie Day ext.223 mday@ignatius.net

5 FAITH ENRICHMENT & OUTREACH PAGE 5 Little Rock Bible Study IN THE BEGINNING. Both the Old Testament (Genesis) and the Gospel of John start with the words; In the beginning.. Our Little Rock Scripture Sessions, beginning in September will start with a three-fold insight into 1-Creation by God of all that is visible and invisible; 2-An insight by what is meant when it is said that to understand the Hebrew Scriptures or the Old Testament, one must look at it from the perspective of New Testament; for example; the Prologue to John s Gospel says In the beginning was the Word and the Word became Flesh; 3-Excerpts from Pope Francis Encyclical On Care of our Common Home, Mother Earth. Laudato si = Praise be to you, my Lord St. Francis. Come join Deacon John on this fascinating journey into the meaning of creative life, which is still going on, the creative Word of God as it applies to our lives today personally in communally. Little Rock Bible Sessions invite us to look into the Word of God and what it means personally to us. You don t have to have attended any Bible Study group before to be a part of Little Rock; just a desire to answer the wisdom questions: Who Am I? Where Am I Going? Why? What Am I Doing About it? The Little Rock Method teaches how to Pray the Word, Share the Word, Live the Word as you freely wish to do so. There is a simple book and a Q & A part of the closing commentary by Deacon John. And for convenience, sessions are held Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. beginning September 8 th and repeated on Wednesday Mornings at 10 a.m. in classroom 6. All Sessions are 90 minutes but not all have to be attended. For more information, contact Deacon John by ; jedgerton@ignatius.net (Coffee & snacks provided) REGISTRATION: NAME: ADDRESS ZIP Enroll me: Tuesday Evenings at 7 p.m. Wednesday Mornings at 10 a.m. Cost: (Books/Materials) $15.00 checks payable to St. Ignatius Little Rock Bible Early registration insures books and materials for lst session. Word in Action The Bible Time Line Second Semester Presented by Deacon Sam begins September 10th The WIA Group will be continuing their study of The Bible Time Line, a Narrative reading and study of the Old and New Testament. This is a reminder for the students from the last semester. Registration is not required. Classes will resume on September 10th. All classes will be on Thursday mornings beginning at 10:20 a.m. and repeated again on Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Classes will be held in Classrooms 2 and 3. You may chose to attend either session. Anyone who would like to join us may come. All are invited. Help Keep Christ in Christmas! Last year s event was great, with your help this year s will be better! Our first meeting for the 2nd annual Multi-Parish Christmas Festival will be at St. Catherine s Church in Largo on Tuesday, August 25th at 7 p.m. The event is a large MULTI-PARISH Christmas outdoor festival held on SR 580 where the Christmas Story is presented live and our Catholic faith is shared with the entire community. Along with choirs singing Christmas carols, activities for kids, snacks, and ministry booths identifying what we believe. St Nick visits with the kids and reads the Gospel with the Wise Men. The event runs the weekend of Dec Gerry Morneau is the coordinator. We are looking for Many Hands from the Pinellas County Parishes. Our calling is to spread the word, please show your support. If you are unable to attend but are interested please Gerry Morneau directly and let him know of your interest. His is: gmorneau57@gmail.com

6 PAGE 6 MINISTRY NEWS Elijah Cup Prayer works! Your prayers are being heard! Join us in our Prayer Program for Vocations. At a Mass of their choosing, participants receive a Mass Chalice in their home for a week to pray for vocations. For more details and information please contact Deacon John at jedgerton@ignatius.net. or sign the Elijah Cup Book in the Church. Truth Seekers This Young Adult Ministry is an opportunity for community and discussion about what it means to be a follower of Jesus in our world. Mondays at 7 p.m. in the Youth House. For more info contact: Fr. Brian Fabiszewski at ext. 207 Brothers in Christ Join us Wednesday mornings at 6 a.m. in the Parish Hall. All men are welcome! Coffee & doughnuts served. For more information please contact: Jim Edmiston: or Geoff Kirby: Lay Pastoral Ministry Institute The program is designed to enhance personal faith and develop intellectual aptitude to enrich personal ministry. Over the past 14 years, Bishop Lynch has formally commissioned 330 graduates of the LPMI program. New LPMI classes begin September 12th. For more information about the LPMI program, contact Dale Brown atdpb@dosp.org or call , ext Program brochures and registration forms are available on our website: Caritas Corner Flowers distributed this week at Florida Hospital North Pinellas by Caritas Volunteers were donated by Patricia Soto, in memory of her beloved husband, Felix, on the 5th anniversary of his return to the Lord. Care Club Do you have a family member or neighbor who is homebound and cannot get to Mass on the weekends? Our Tuesday morning Care club has volunteers who will bring them to the Chapel for Mass. Please call the Caritas office for more information. Commemorate a special occasion or a loved one by donating flowers distributed at Florida Hospital North. Call the Caritas Office for more information. Wednesday Rosary As we face many challenges in our country today, we know, as Catholics, that so many problems are solved through the intercession of Mary, particularly through the Rosary. As a parish, we ask all to pray a Rosary every Wednesday for the Protection of our Nation and a Resurgence of Faith in God. MOVED? PHONE OR CHANGE Please tell the Parish Office! Drop us a note or contact kcreamer@ignatius.net Name Address: Phone Envelope Number address

7 MINISTRY NEWS PAGE 7 Women of Grace Study Program We invite you to join us on an exciting adventure to discover who you are in the eyes of God and embrace the great gifts of authentic femininity and spiritual motherhood. With the Blessed Virgin Mary as your model and guide, this study will deepen your prayer life, increase your knowledge of the Catholic Faith, and discover and appreciate the great gift of Holy Mother Church. Become a woman of grace today and experience all that God has in mind for you! Wednesday mornings, Sept. 16 th thru Nov. 11th from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in classroom 4 $30 (includes book Full of Grace and study guide) Registration Due by Wednesday, September 9th Name: Phone Number: Amount Enclosed: Babysitting is available at a low cost. Interested in Babysitting? YES NO (Make Checks Payable to: St. Ignatius) Search myparish in the App Store or visit myparishapp.com to download.

8 PAGE 8 PARISH NEWS St. Ignatius Mass on Shalom World TV! Our 9 a.m. Mass on July 24th was filmed on Shalom World TV. Fr Joe begins with an Introduction on the history of St. Ignatius of Antioch Parish. Followed by the Mass assisted by Deacon Sam. Check out the Mass by going to : CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE... Scan the QR Code We are on Facebook too! Lord, grant eternal rest to the souls of our dearly departed, especially for CRAIG HARDY For those we hold in our hearts who have died, may they rest in the arms of God. Guardian Angels Catholic School Guardian Angels Catholic School is currently accepting applications for the school year. Summer office hours are Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Fridays 8:30 a.m.- 12 p.m. Applications are available at the parish office, school office and on our website at Call the school office for a tour at We would love to show you what your parish school has to offer. We accept Step Up for Students Scholarships Scan the QR code For the GACS website. CATHOLIC SCHOOL NEWS St. Ignatius Early Childhood Center Ages 2-5 & Free VPK Call to schedule a tour.

9 DATE MASS INTENTIONS EVENTS Saturday, August 15 20th Sunday Ordinary Time 4:00 p.m. + Susan Hatchell 6:30 p.m. + Tom & May Hejl Food Pantry Drive Sunday, August 16 20th Sunday Ordinary Time Proverbs 9:1-6 Ephesians 5:15-20 John 6:51-58 Monday, August 17 Judges 2:11-19 Matthew 19:16-22 Tuesday, August 18 Judges 6:11-24 Matthew 19:23-30 Wednesday, August 19 St. John Eudes Judges 9:6-15 Matthew 20:1-16 7:30 a.m. + Albert Tagarelli 9:00 a.m.. People of Our Parish 11:30 a.m. + Salvatore & Rosaria Incorvaia 6:00 p.m. Teens of Our Area 7:30 a.m. + Jackie King 9:00 a.m. + Margaret Daley 7:30 a.m. + Lenore Beck 9:00 a.m. + Salvitore Benanti 10:30 a.m. + Robert Egts 7:30 a.m. Vocations to the Priesthood & Religious Life 9:00 a.m. + Fr. Michael Finnegan Food Pantry Drive 6:00 p.m. Life Teen Night in hall 9:30 a.m. Rosary Makers in the hall 7:00 p.m. Truth Seekers in Youth House 7:00 p.m. Priest, Prophet & King -c2&3 6:00 a.m. Brothers in Christ in the hall Thursday, August 20 St. Bernard Judges 11:29-39 Matthew 22:1-14 Friday, August 21 St. Pius X Ruth 1:1-22 Matthew 22: :30 a.m. + Terrence Brennan 9:00 a.m. + Andrew & Helen Sipera 7:00 p.m. Adult Choir in the Church 7:00 p.m. Knights of Columbus Business Meeting in c6 7:30 a.m. + Cheryl DiBlasi 9:00 a.m. + Carlos de la Espriella 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts c2,3,4 Saturday, August 22 The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ruth 2:1-17 Matthew 23:1-12 Saturday, August 22 21st Sunday Ordinary Time Sunday, August 23 21st Sunday Ordinary Time Joshua 24:1-18 Ephesians 5:21-32 John 6: :00 a.m. + Mary Lou Jasulevich 4:00 p.m. + Deceased Members of The Mullins Family 6:30 p.m. + Dave & Maud Lecoin 7:30 a.m. + Mildred Wisnewski 9:00 a.m.. People of Our Parish 11:30 a.m. + Gavin Duncan 6:00 p.m. Special Intentions of the Kubiszyn Family 10:00 a.m. Polish School Registration in classrooms 10 & 12 10:00 a.m. Faith Formation Registration in classrooms 2 &3 6:00 p.m. Life Teen Night in hall If you wish to have a Mass said for special intentions or for deceased members of your family or friends please stop by the parish office between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekdays.