Saint Ignatius of Antioch

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1 The Roman Catholic Church of Saint Ignatius of Antioch JUNE 28, 2015 THIRTEENTH 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 JUNE 28, 2015 The Results of Sin Today s readings deal with topics we Americans, and perhaps people everywhere, would rather avoid. The readings deal with sickness and death. We do our best to avoid sickness and death. That s reasonable. But there is much in us that is afraid of sickness and death. We do our best to avoid talking about them. That is not reasonable. That s a denial of reality. We have such a hard time with these topics that we have created stories to tone down the reality. So, when a baby dies or a child, like the child we call Talitha in the Gospel dies, we say, God must have wanted another angel with Him in heaven. This is not true. God doesn t go around killing babies and little children because His angel inventory is low. And besides, the whole concept of people becoming angels after they die is a complete fabrication. Angels are different beings than human beings, including dead human beings. Human beings do not become angels and angels do not become human beings. Parents also make a huge mistake when they tell their little children that Grandpa died because God wanted him to be in heaven with Him. Often they have to deal with a child who has become angry with God for killing Grandpa. Our fictions about death even extends to our pets who some say go to Doggy Heaven, Cat Heaven or what have you. A mother brought her nine year old little boy to me one day and had him ask a question that was bothering him since his pet rabbit died. He asked, If my rabbit went to bunny heaven, can a dog in doggy heaven jump the fence and start chasing him? I told him that dogs didn t chase bunnies in heaven. What I should have added is that creatures who do not have immortal souls do not have a special life after death, but a nine year old cannot understand that sort of reasoning. And many adults don t want to deal with it. Let s face it, most of us cannot understand the very fact of death, so we put it all on God s shoulders. It s God s will, we say when a person dies. No it isn t. To say that it is God s will is to say that God does evil things. If God is All Good, and He is, how can He do evil things? Did God have an off day? Aside from when He created some of our voices, God does not have off days. So how can we arrive at some understanding of the existence of sickness and death? How can we understand why that poor lady in the Gospel was suffering for years from hemorrhages, or why Jairus daughter should die? How can we understand why good people that you know and that I know have become terribly sick or have died? Perhaps we can t answer these questions, but we certainly are wrong when we pass the blame off to God. The author of the first reading, from the Book of Wisdom, a book found in the Catholic Bible, does not make this mistake. Nor is he afraid to tell it like it is, to tell the truth. Our readings began today with his telling us, God did not make death. Nor does He rejoice in the destruction of the living. He made everything wholesome and good. He formed man to be imperishable, made in the image of His own nature. But through the envy of the devil, death entered into the world. This is something else we don t want to hear. Sickness and death are the result of sin. Most often this is not the result of the sins of the person who gets sick or dies, but it is due to the consequences of sin in the world. Now, it is tempting to just blame Adam and Eve, but that takes us out of the picture. We are not all that innocent. Look, would there be wars if pride and avarice

3 THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME and other sins did not exist? No, there would be no reason for war. But these sins do exist and good people like Edith Stein and Ann Frank and the millions of innocent people who died during the conflicts of the last century all suffered the results of these sins. Ask yourself, Would women be enslaved in the sex industry if lust and avarice did not exist? Would there be AIDS, and sicknesses of the personal nature if people never sinned with their bodies? No, but these sins do exist, and those held captive by the sex industry or tricked into joining it for the love of money, or forced into it to support a drug habit, all suffer the results of these sins. There is no such thing as a victimless crime. Every click on a porn site enriches pimps somewhere and continues to enslave mostly young women. This is the real war on women. But, we don t want to hear that our own participation in sin results in others suffering sickness and death. So we blame Adam and Eve. Or worse, we blame God. God did not create evil. 1John 1 says, God is light, in Him there is no darkness at all. So, is there hope for this world? Yes, there is hope. There is hope because Christ is in this world. We learned today how He healed that lady and how He raised up that child. We know that He alone has power over sickness and death. We are convinced that there are many who have returned to health due to the direct intervention of the Lord of Life. And we also know, that those who believe in Him with their lives but who do not return to health, those who do die, in fact remain alive with Him. We believe in the gift of Christ s resurrection. He gave His Life to those who accept Him, not just with words but with their lives. We believe in Baptism, for at Baptism we received the spiritual life of the Trinity. We hold on to Jesus Christ with all our might, because He alone makes sense of the confused reality of life. We entrust our dead to the Lord seeking His mercy and compassion, asking Him to reward them for the goodness of their lives and forgive them for their participation in sin. And we ask the Lord to help us transform the world from its slavery to sin by giving us the courage to fight sin in our own lives. God did not make death, the reading proclaims. He made life, eternal life. And we, the baptized, have been given the gift of this life. Yours in Christ, 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 Daily 7:30 a.m. & 9 a.m. 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. Justin Paskert 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. Justin Paskert- 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 First Friday Adoration & Benediction Mother Teresa of Calcutta Eucharistic Quotes Peoples ask me: What will convert America and save the world? My answer is prayer. What we need is for every parish to come before Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament in Holy Hours of prayer. Every time we look upon Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, He raises us up into a deeper union with Himself, opens the floodgates of His merciful love to the whole world, and brings us closer to the day of His final victory where every knee will bend and proclaim that Jesus Christ s Lord. the reign of God is already in your midst. When you look at the Crucifix, you understand how much Jesus loved you then. When you look at the Sacred Host you understand how much Jesus loves you now! The humility of Jesus can be seen in the crib, in the exile to Egypt, in the hidden life, in the inability to make people understand Him, in the desertion of His apostles, in the hatred of His persecutors, in all the suffering and death of His Passion, and now in His permanent state of humility in the tabernacle, where He has reduced Himself to such a small particle of bread that the priest can hold Him in two fingers. The more we empty ourselves, the more room we give God to fill us. Take anyone of Venerable Mother Teresa s quotes and one can find words to move us, as individuals, as families, to humble ourselves and take time away from work and pleasure and visit our divine Lord and very human Brother in adoration as our Lord, Savior and best Friend this side of heaven. OUR NEXT FIRST FRIDAY IS JULY 3rd! A big National holiday weekend in America but also an opportunity to visit Jesus in adoration and thanksgiving for all the blessings we have; being Americans who are Catholic first. First Friday Adoration begins after the 9:30 a.m. Mass and ends with Jesus Blessing us in Benediction at 9 p.m. Please sign the Adoration Commitment Book, which is in the front of the Church., for a half hour, an hour or just a visit to say thanks. UPCOMING EVENTS Pope Francis encourages all of us to Be a Witness of Charity. Fr. Justin Paskert will be moving to his next assignment at the end of this month. Come and join us for a Thank You reception on THIS Sunday, June 28th after the 11:30 a.m. Mass in the hall. This week our diocese will take up the Peter s Pence Collection, which provides the Holy Father with the funds he needs to carry out his charitable works around the world. The proceeds benefit the most disadvantaged: victims of war, oppression, and disasters. Join our Holy Father as a witness of charity to those who are suffering. Join us for Taize Prayer Tuesday, June 30th At 7:30 p.m. All Are Welcome!

5 UPCOMING EVENTS PAGE 5 Please note time change: July s First Saturday of the Month Mass for the Special Intentions of The Women s Council will be at the 6:30 p.m. Mass. Summer Music Camp A special invitation to children going into grades 2-8 Join us for Summer Music Camp Tuesday, August 18- Friday August 21 From 6:00-7:15 p.m. and Sunday, August 23 at the 9:00 a.m. Mass Further information and registration forms are available on the parish website. Examen Prayer Join us Wednesday Evenings July 8, 15, 22, & 29 at 7 p.m. in the Church. Almost 500 years ago St. Ignatius of Loyola, as part of his Spiritual Exercises, developed the Examen Prayer. It was the one exercise from his retreat masterpiece, which Ignatius asked those who had made the retreat to continue for the rest of their lives. This prayer takes 15 minutes of time and can transform every minute of your day when practiced faithfully. Simply put, the Examen Prayer invites an encounter with God and the ordinary stuff of life. Each of our evenings will have time for teaching, reflecting, journaling and group sharing. All are welcome! Please note: The Parish Office will be closed Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day. We will re-open Monday, July 6th. CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE... Scan the QR Code Summer Word in Action An Introduction to the Bible The Word in Context Presented by Fr. William Burton, O.F.M. A Video Discussion Class hosted by Deacon Sam. So may it come that, by study of sacred books, the treasure of Revelation may more and more fill human hearts. To this end I continue to study, write and pray. These are the words of Father Bill Burton who is guided by the Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation, promulgated by the Vatican II council. His extensive work in the study of sacred books written in their original language, and his extensive travels in the Holy Lands provides a firsthand experience of these lands where the biblical texts emerged. Please join Deacon Sam in a short, six week presentation of Fr. Burton s inspiring DVDs followed by open discussions on the materials presented. Classes will begin on Thursday, July 9 th and continue until August 13 th. Participants will meet on Thursday mornings at 10:20 a.m. in classrooms 2 & 3. Please indicate your attendance of the classes below. There are no fees involved. Word in Action - Summer Edition Name: Phone Number:

6 PAGE 6 Symbolon Continues on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in the hall. Join in on this awesome adult education and faith enhancement. Symbolon is open to everyone. We begin with a video presentation and follows with a small group discussion. Bring a friend. 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. Join us Mondays at 7 p.m. in the Youth House. For more info contact: Fr. Justin Paskert at ext. 207 or at frjpaskert@ignatius.net 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 at 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. MINISTRY NEWS Caritas Corner Flowers distributed this week at Florida Hospital North Pinellas by Caritas Volunteers were donated for the special intentions of Joan Mullins. EME Needed Do you have one hour a week to bring Holy Communion to a Spanish speaking parishioner in Holiday? If so 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. Be Prepared Please take note of our hurricane procedures. Mass will not be celebrated if the government restricts travel to emergency vehicles and/or orders an evacuation of the Tarpon Springs area. Eucharistic Ministers will not distribute communion to the homebound or hospitals. Parishioners with special needs should call Laura Margarella, at ext. 221 for forms for shelters. Inquiry Sessions Do you know someone who would like to know more about the Catholic faith? Contact Katie Napolitano at ext. 224 to start the conversation. St. Ignatius Evangelization and Spirituality Check us out on Facebook

7 PARISH NEWS PAGE 7 Where Do Your Annual Pastoral Appeal Gifts Go To? Your gift helps support our Christian Music Station that airs throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Spirit FM s mission is to communicate Christian truth as expressed sacred Scripture and by the Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church. Programming is broadcast to communicate the truth, nourish charity, defend justice, spread joy and foster and confirm among all people that peace which Christ the Lord brings. Check out their website for list of programs, upcoming concerts/events, prayer line, music list, newsletter and to stream live. The Annual Pastoral Appeal is a fundraiser to help support our ministries, our Catholic schools, our seminarians and retired clergy.and so much more. Please visit our diocesan website at and discover how our APA will benefit our parish and you. Thank you to everyone who has already responded to the request to participate in this years Pastoral Appeal for our parish. Your gift is received with great humility, thanks and gratitude. If you have not yet responded we want and need your participation. No gift is too small. Lay Pastoral Ministry Institute Pray & Reflect: Do not be afraid, just have faith. With this simple phrase Jesus speaks words that can destroy death (fear) and bring life (faith) - if we believe! The Lay Pastoral Ministry Institute of the Diocese of St. Petersburg provides education and formation for laity in the Catholic faith. 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 at dpb@dosp.org or call , ext Program brochures and registration forms are available on our website: 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. Lord, grant eternal rest to the souls of our dearly departed, especially for MARGARET COYLE & PATRICK MURPHY For those we hold in our hearts who have died, may they rest in the arms of God.

8 PAGE 8 AROUND THE DIOCESE In the Wildflowers Retreat In the Wildflowers" Retreat is for women who have suffered the trauma of childhood sexual abuse. This 10-week retreat meets Saturdays at Bethany Retreat Center in Lutz beginning July 11th. more information in this healing process, please contact: Cathy at Natural Family Planning For more Information contact: Lay Carmelite Community #1043 St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church Barbara Westcott/Director at bwest@microd.com or: Pat Mermelstein/Formation Director at pmerm7@cs.com Natural Family Planning Awareness Week is July 19th-25th. This is a national educational campaign of the USCCB. Find posters, liturgy and prayer resources, couples stories, and more at: marriage-and-family/natural-family-planning/ YOUTH NEWS Middle & High School Youth Don t Miss Out this Summer! Check out the Upcoming Events with our Edge Middle School Group and Life Teen our High School Group. Check out their links on our website... Guardian Angels School Interested parents may pick up applications for enrollment in the parish office. Come see why a Catholic education at Guardian Angels is the best choice for your child. Scan the QR code to check out the website. St. Ignatius Early Childhood Center Ages 2-5 & Free VPK Call to schedule a tour.

9 DATE MASS INTENTIONS EVENTS Saturday, June 27th 13th Sunday Ordinary Time 4:00 p.m. + Francis Davis 6:30 p.m. + Bud Zarra Sunday, June 28th 13th Sunday Ordinary Time Wisdom 1: Corinthians 8:7-15 Mark 5: :30 a.m. + Jeannie O Connell 9:00 a.m.. People of Our Parish 11:30 a.m. + Willard Hicks 6:00 p.m. + Nicolas Quattrachi 12:15 p.m. Fr. Justin Paskerts Thank You Reception in the hall 6:00 p.m. Life Teen Night in Youth House Monday, June 29th Saints Peter and Paul Acts of the Apostles 12: Timothy 4:6-18 Matthew 16:13-19 Tuesday June 30th Genesis 19:15-29 Matthew 8:23-27 Wednesday July 1st Genesis 21:5-20 Matthew 8:28-34 Thursday July 2nd Genesis 22:1-19 Matthew 9:1-8 Friday July 3rd St. Thomas Ephesians 2:19-22 John 20: :30 a.m. Special Intentions of Mike & Tamara Kortas 9:00 a.m. + Emily Merkle Snook 7:30 a.m. + Casmo Scrivanich 9:00 a.m. + Maria Pazienza 10:30 a.m. + Margaret Gosche 7:30 a.m. Vocations to the Priesthood & Religious Life 9:00 a.m. + Walter Logan 7:30 a.m. + Joseph Hess 9:00 a.m. + Barbara Friend 7:30 a.m. + Barbara Ladner 9:00 a.m. + Robert Kolozy 10:00 a.m. Rosary Makers in the hall 7:00 p.m. Symbolon in the hall 6:00 a.m. Brothers in Christ in the hall First Friday Eucharistic Adoration in the John LaTondress Chapel 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. All Parish Offices Closed Saturday July 4th Genesis 27:1-29 Matthew 9: :00 a.m. + Doris McMahon Have a Safe & Happy 4th of July! Saturday, July 4th 14th Sunday Ordinary Time Sunday, July 5th 14th Sunday Ordinary Time Ezekiel 2:2-5 2Corinthians 12:7-10 Mark 6:1-6 4:00 p.m. + Deceased Members of The Capanna Family 6:30 p.m. For the Special Intentions of The St. Ignatius Women s Council 7:30 a.m. + Lynn Wescott 9:00 a.m.. People of Our Parish 11:30 a.m. + Walter Logan 6:00 p.m. + Msgr. Paul Bradley 6:00 p.m. Life Teen Night in Youth House 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.