Blessed Sacrament. C a t h o l i c C h u r c h. The Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Sunday September Dear Parishioners,

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1 September 27, 2015 Blessed Sacrament C a t h o l i c C h u r c h September Dear Parishioners, While I might share a last name with a part of the source, I don t often go to Merriam-Webster for the definition of a term! Given the story of Eldad and Medad found in the Book of Numbers (11:25-29) and proclaimed on this day, it might be appropriate to explore the word intention. Five (5) redundant lines are offered for this definition which includes a determination to act in a certain way (resolve); the import or significance of what one intends to do or bring about; the object for which a prayer, Mass or pious act is offered; a process or manner of healing incised wounds; and a concept considered as the product of attention directed to an object of knowledge. Interestingly, its plural speaks of a purpose with respect to marriage! It was the intention of the Hebrew community (and of Moses) that the Spirit of the Lord would come upon the seventy elders: the problem is that 68 of them were present at the gathering, and that Eldad and Medad had remained in camp and the Spirit still came upon them! It was the purpose, aim and design of God (all synonyms of intention) that these men, who had been designated for this purpose, would share in this empowerment. Hearing the concerns of the 68 who protested such an empowerment, Moses affirmed what God had accomplished praying that the Lord would bestow his Spirit upon them all! In the Gospel (Mark 9:38-43), John (presumably speaking on behalf of the 12) raises a similar concern regarding a man who, using the name of Jesus, expels demons. Jesus immediately reminds John of the intention that this man, while not of their company, is most certainly a believer. The object of this pious act draws attention to Jesus and his holy name. In the end, (and more so in this day and age) there is a deep need on the part of all disciples to share one another s company. There is also a cautionary note that any of us who use the saving name of Jesus do so in a manner which brings about salvation lest it bring self-condemnation! May the name of Jesus be ever holy in our hearts and on our lips: We give you thanks, O Lord, for the fruits that the earth given to benefit the human family and we pray that, as the workings of your supreme providence has produced them, so you may cause the seed of justice and the fruits of charity to spring up in our hearts. May the week ahead be filled with countless graces and blessings! The Twenty-Fifth in Ordinary Time 1

2 The Twenty-Sixth in Ordinary Time Weekly Daily Mass Monday - Friday, 8:30am Wednesday, 7:00pm (sp) Weekend Mass Saturday 4:00pm 7:00pm (sp) Welcome If you are new to the parish and would like to register, please visit us in the Parish Office. Registration forms are also available in the Religious Gift Shop or from the Ministers of Hospitality. 8:00am 10:00am 12:00pm 5:00pm Reconciliation Saturday 2:30pm 6:15pm (sp) The first Saturday of the month offers a communal penance service, in lieu of individual confessions, at 2:30pm. Other times available by appointment. Office Hours Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm Closed daily for lunch 12:30pm - 1:30pm th Street Clermont, FL phone (352) fax (352) web The submission deadline for Oct. 11 bulletin articles is Wed., Sep. 30. Submissions can be made on the parish website by clicking on forms and completing a communication request. Save the Date Mark your calendar for this year s festival. It s a celebration you won t want to miss! Fellowship November 6, 6pm-10pm November 7, 2pm-10pm Widows & Widowers Social group meets 2nd Mondays for lunch & camaraderie. Please join us. Contact: - Betty Razzano, (352) Betty Hay, (352) The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process for those who wish to join the Catholic Church. If you would like more information regarding this process please join our inquiry session after the 10:00am Mass on October 11 in classroom #7. For more information, contact Denise Kriscunas: (352) , x118 faithformation@mybscc.org Prayer Line facebook.com\mybscc Praise & Petition Prayer Line Within a few minutes of your calling, many people will be praying for you - 7 days a week, 9am-9pm. blessed.sacrament.prayerline@gmail.com Toni (352) Stella (352) Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church

3 September 27, 2015 September 27 8:00 am Virginia Arnault 10:00 am Mary Belliveau & Donald Boudreau 12:00 pm Donald Boudreau 5:00 pm Paul Murray Nm 11:25-29 Jas 5:1-6 Mk 9:38-43, 45, :00 pm Youth Choir Rehearsal CH 6:00 pm Youth Ministry YC Monday September 28 8:30 am Edward Aaron Jones Brooks Zec 8:1-8 Lk 9: :00 am Food Addicts Anonymous R1 5:00 pm Parish Council MB 6:00 pm Schola Rehearsal CH 6:00 pm Faith Formation 8:30 am Miguel Agosto, Jr. Dn 7:9-10, Jn 1: :30 am Memorial Mass Association 7:00 pm Etta Mae Bivins Neh 2:1-8 Lk 9:57-62 Tuesday September 29 8:30 am Backpack Ministry SJB 9:30 am Adoration (continues until 8:00pm) DC 9:30 am WMO - True Devotion to Mary R3/7 9:30 am Quick Journey Through the Bible MB 6:00 pm Cub Scouts SH 6:30 pm WOG Foundational Study R3/7 Wednesday September 30 4:15 pm Faith Formation 5:20 pm Children's Choir DC 5:30 pm Contemporary Ensemble Rehearsal CH 6:00 pm Faith Formation 7:00 pm Choir Rehearsal CH Thursday October 1 8:30 am Walter O Delle Saucier Neh 8:1-4a, 5-6, 7b-12 Lk 10:1-12 9:30 am Divine Mercy Prayer Cenacle R6 6:00 pm CRHP Women's Retreat Meeting YC 6:00 pm Handbell Choir Rehearsal HB 6:00 pm Boy Scouts SH 6:30 pm Garden of Blessings R6 6:30 pm Girl Scouts R1/5 7:00 pm Bible Class (Hisp. Min) R4 7:00 pm KOC Ladies' Auxiliary R2 7:00 pm Spanish Choir Reh. DC 7:00 pm Renovación Conyugal R3/7 7:00 pm KOC Council MB Friday October 2 Saturday October 3 8:30 am Fred Bioni Bar 1:15-22 Mt 18:1-5, 10 9:30 am Centering Prayer R1/5 7:00 pm Charismatic Prayer (Hisp Min) SH 4:00 pm Stephanie Hahlen 7:00 pm Andrea Cortez Cardona Bar 4:5-12, Lk 10: :00 am KOC Second Degree Exemplification MB 2:30 pm Penance Service CH October 4 8:00 am Parish Family 10:00 am Fred Gill & Family 12:00 pm Beverly Gordon 5:00 pm Carmen De La Cruz Gn 2:18-24 Heb 2:9-11 Mk 10:2-16 4:00 pm Youth Choir Rehearsal CH 6:00 pm Youth Ministry YC Stewardship Weekend of September 20 Offertory $19,254 2nd Colletion $2,723 Sister Diocese $3,626 CH DC Church Day Chapel SJB MB St. John Bosco Hall Ministry Building R SH Classroom Social Hall YC STR Youth Center Santo Toribio Romo 3

4 The Twenty-Sixth in Ordinary Time mandatory Faith Formation Parent Meeting ^ During regular Faith Formation Times Monday, September 28-6:00pm, Wednesday, September 30-4:15pm and 6:00pm, October 4th - 9:30am Our guest speaker will be Heidi Peckham St. John Bosco Hall The Christian home is the place where children receive the first proclamation of the faith. For this reason the family home is rightly called the domestic church, a community of grace and prayer, a school of human virtues and of Christian charity. (Catechism of the Catholic Church #1666) Heidi will enlighten parents on ways they can teach and share their faith with their children so that their home is truly a domestic church. Heidi is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a parenting education expert. She began her clinical work at the Beta Center for Mothers and Children, working with both teen parents and families involved with the Department of Children and Families. In 2001, Heidi became the Director of the Family Life Office for the Diocese of Orlando, overseeing marriage preparation and family enrichment programs. She also served on the board of the National Association of Catholic Family Life Ministers. Before retiring in 2013 she was Secretary of Pastoral Ministries, where she oversaw a myriad of departments, ministries and budgets. Heidi has been entertaining and enlightening Catholics throughout the Diocese for more than 30 years, offering retreats, workshops and training. She spreads the Good News with humor and thoughtful insight. All are welcomed to this engaging presentation! Angels The English word angel comes from the Greek angelos, which means messenger. In the Hebrew Scriptures, with two exceptions, the Hebrew word for angel is malak and also means messenger. Although angel nearly always applies to heavenly beings when used in the Bible, it occasionally applies to human messengers. The most significant angel is Gabriel, who appears to Daniel, Zachary and Mary. We celebrate the feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabriel and Raphael on September 29. On October 2 we celebrate the feast of our Guardian Angels, who watch over and safeguard all God s creatures. No evil shall befall you, no affliction come near your tent, for God commands the angels to guard you in all your ways. With their hands they shall support you, lest you strike your foot against a stone (Psalm 91:10 12). Belief in the Beyond Percentage of U.S. adults who say they have... been protected from harm by a guardian angel 55% witnessed miraculous physical healing 23% heard God s voice 20% Responses from 1,648 random adults in fall Source: Baylor University Institute for Studies of Religion 2008 CNS Text, Philip J. Sandstrom, STD 2000, OCP. All rights reserved. 4 Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church

5 Knights of Columbus Annual Pasta Dinner Saturday, October 10 The Blessed Sacrament Knights of Columbus Council No will be hosting their annual Pasta Dinner in the church Social Hall on Saturday, October 10. This annual event features an authentic Italian pasta & meatball dinner; cooked by members of the Council. Salad, bread, soft drinks, coffee and dessert are included in the admission price. Adult beverages will not be served, however you are welcomed to bring your own alcoholic beverages. Join us on Saturday, October 10th for a great pasta dinning experience. Doors open at 5:00pm, dinner will be served until 7:30pm. Tickets are $10.00 per person, $5.00 for children under 12. They can be purchased after Mass, at the Church office, or by calling Luca DelVerme at (407) Proceeds will benefit the Knight s local charities. Sacrament of Penance Penance Service October 3, 2:30pm In leiu of our regularly scheduled confessions, the first Saturday of the month offers an alternate form for the Sacrament of Reconcillation. The liturgy begins at 2:30pm in the church. Community Breakfast Join us next weekend after the 8:00am and 10:00am Mass in the Social Hall for delicious scrambled eggs, sizzling sausage, fluffy pancakes, chilled orange juice, hot coffee and tea. Sposored by BSCC Men s Club. Suggested donation $4 per person. Children under 10 are free. Clergy Very Rev. Robert Webster Pastor Rev. Augusto Cadavid Associate Pastor Rev. Roy Eco Associate Pastor Rev. Mr. Rafael Gonzalez Deacon Rev. Mr. Fred Grant Deacon Rev. Mr. Luis Roman Deacon Administration Bryan Hayes Director, Operations & Com. Michele Benigno Office Manager Don Gursky Bookkeeper Teresa Rivera Admin. Assistant Dulce Guzman Admin. Assistant (STR) Michelle Berardi Secretary to Operations Greg Nielsen Maintenance Supervisor Estella Vallejo Maintenance Coordinator Lilio Alvarez Maintenance Staff Sharon White Maintenance Staff Worship Sr. Linda Gaupin, CDP, Ph.D. Director of Liturgy Matthew Cremisio Director of Music Marie Messner Secretary to Worship Faith Formation Denise Kriscunas Director of Faith Formation Chris Stalnaker Coordinator of Religious Ed. Dorene Rodriguez Asst. Coord. of Religious Ed. Kitty Pachucki Secretary to Faith Formation Pastoral Care Kathy McGuinness Pastoral Care Coordinator September 27, 2015 frbob@mybscc.org fraugusto@mybscc.org frroy@mybscc.org rgonzalez@mybscc.org fgrant@mybscc.org lroman@mybscc.org x108 bhayes@mybscc.org x122 mbenigno@mybscc.org x109 dgursky@mybscc.org x100 trivera@mybscc.org x160 dguzman@mybscc.org x125 mberardi@mybscc.org x107 lgaupin@mybscc.org x115 mcremisio@mybscc.org x114 mmessner@mybscc.org x118 dkriscunas@mybscc.org x103 cstalnaker@mybscc.org x113 drodriguez@mybscc.org x120 kpachucki@mybscc.org x117 kmcguinness@mybscc.org 5

6 The Twenty-Sixth in Ordinary Time Around the Diocese Harvest Ball of Bishop Grady Villas October 17, 2015 Join Bishop Noonan, the Board of Directors, staff and residents of Bishop Grady Villas in St. Cloud for the annual Harvest Ball, benefiting Bishop Grady Villas. The event is a celebration of thanksgiving for the residents of Bishop Grady Villas, an assisted living facility that supports persons with disabilities and helps them use their God-given gifts to achieve greater independence, physical and emotional well-being, and spiritual growth. The evening includes silent and live auctions, dinner, award presentations, dancing and entertainment. Tickets for individual seats begin at $150. All sponsorship inquiries may be made by contacting Kevin Johnson, Charitable dollars raised during the Harvest Ball will be used for the Residents Scholarship Fund. Fr. Richard Walsh will be honored with the Lifetime Legacy Award and the St. Cloud Police Department will receive the Community Service Award during the annual Harvest Ball. For more information or to register online, visit Retrouvaille: A Lifeline for Married Couples Retrouvaille is a program to help heal and support married couples experiencing difficulties, couples broken, lonely and hurting. It s also for couples who have separated or divorced and want to try again. The next program begins October 16-18, 2015 at the San Pedro Spiritual Development Center (2400 Dike Road, Winter Park) and continues for seven follow-up sessions. For more information and registration, call All calls and names held in strictest confidence. We invite you to visit our website at Participate in the Blue Mass for the Safety of our Local Heros Bishop John Noonan invites you to the celebration of the Blue Mass on Tuesday, September 29 at 12:10 p.m. at St. James Cathedral, 215 N. Orange Avenue in downtown Orlando. The Blue Mass will lift up our local heroes in prayer as they seek to protect our community. They often risk their lives and encounter tragedy and violence in their service. As a community, we will fervently pray for these dedicated men and women in law enforcement, fire/rescue and public safety and all who serve our communities throughout Central Florida. Free parking is available on the corner of Orange Avenue and West Robinson Street. Please arrive early as parking is limited. Free Citizenship Class Catholic Charities of Central Florida and Hope CommUnity Center are offering free citizenship classes beginning October 6 at the Hope CommUnity Center (1016 N. Park Ave. in Apopka). The 12 week session will be held Tuesdays from 6pm - 8:30pm or Saturdays from 9:30am - 12pm. Participants will learn about US. government, history, and geography as well as right and responsibilities of citizenship. There is also free assistance with the citizenship application and practice for the citizenship interview. Contact ext. 240 to register. 6 Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church