The Roman Catholic Church of Saint Ignatius of Antioch OCTOBER 26, 2014 THIRTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME I am the wheat of God. I must become the pure bread of Christ. St. Ignatius of Antioch Jesus' answer was a combination of the great Shema Israel, Deuteronomy 6:5 "and you shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your might" and Leviticus 19:18 "you shall love your neighbor as yourself." Rev. Joseph A. Pellegrino, Pastor 715 East Orange Street Tarpon Springs, Florida 34689 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. & 9:00 a.m. Schedule of Confessions: Saturday...3:00-3:45 p.m. and after 6:30 p.m. Mass PARISH OFFICE 937-4050 Main office ext. 201 Rev. Joseph A. Pellegrino ext.209 Rev. Kevin Molloy ext.208 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 799-6724 UPPER PINELLAS PREGNANCY CENTER Mary Caesar 937-4304 Parish Office Fax 727-943-0676 Office email kcreamer@ignatius.net Parish Website www.st.ignatius.net 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 345-3338
MASS INTENTIONS SATURDAY OCTOBER 25 4:00 p.m. + Gary Wech 6:30 p.m. + Thelma Bonzagni SUNDAY OCTOBER 26 7:30 a.m. + Albert & Ann Gundy 9:00 a.m. For the People of Our Parish 11:30 a.m. + Bill Sutterland 6:00 p.m. + Deceased Members of The Wrobel Family MONDAY OCTOBER 27 7:30 a.m. + Lisa Demblewski 9:00 a.m. + Henry & Alice Nickel TUESDAY OCTOBER 28 7:30 a.m. + Mary Sill 9:00 a.m. + Cecilia Mary Wrobel 10:30 a.m. + Joseph Greco WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 29 7:30 a.m. Vocations to the Priesthood & Religious Life 9:00 a.m. + Arthur Ramsdell THURSDAY OCTOBER 30 7:30 a.m. Special Intentions of Patricia Ryan 9:00 a.m. + Paul Hammerl FRIDAY OCTOBER 31 7:30 a.m. + Walter James 9:00 a.m. + Steven Sotloff SATURDAY NOVEMBER 1 9:00 a.m. + Stephen Soncini ALL SOULS DAY NOVEMBER 2, 2014 SATURDAY NOVEMBER 2 4:00 p.m. Special Intentions of the St. Ignatius Women s Council 6:30 p.m. + Leo Hurley SUNDAY NOVEMBER 3 7:30 a.m. + Richard McBride 9:00 a.m. For the People of Our Parish 11:30 a.m. + Vito Renda 6:00 p.m. For all Souls of the Departed Lord, grant eternal rest to the souls of our dearly departed, especially for DICKSIE CARPENTER & ROBERT LOYA For those we hold in our hearts who have died, may they rest in the arms of God. PAGE 2 OCTOBER 26, 2014 The Heart of the Law In 1927 my grandfather, my father's father died. My dad was just 10 years old. his older brother was 13. His four sisters were 11, 8, 5, and 2. My grandmother was in her mid 30's. There was no welfare, no child support, no social security. Then the depression hit. My father and my uncle and aunts not only survived, but as individuals and as family, they prospered. How was this possible? It was possible because their neighbors felt a deep responsibility to help the widow, Minnie Pellegrino, and her children. When someone picked the string beans in their back yard, a portion would go to Minnie. When someone bought butter from the farmer, a portion was cut and sent to Minnie. If someone bought a piece of pork, the widow Pellegrino's portion was cut first before the mother did the cooking. If you needed some sewing to be done, you let Minnie do it, so she could make a little money while she watched her little ones. There was no written law that detailed exactly what the neighbors had to do. It was the common sense realization that we can't be the people God wants us to be unless we help those who hurt. A lawyer asked Jesus in an attempt to trip Him up, "Teacher, which is the greatest of the laws," and Jesus responded, "'You shall love the Lord with your whole heart and whole soul and with all your mind.' This is the greatest and the first commandment. The second is like it: 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself.' On these two commandments the whole law is based and the prophets as well. There were 613 laws detailed in the Torah. All were seen as the direct revelation from God of what He wanted people to do. The Pharisees were determined that God's will be followed. By the time of the Lord, many were mere legalists, concerned with the minimum of what was expected of them. But there were many others who were quite sincere. How can we serve God? Of all the precepts of the Torah, which were the most important?, the scholar of the law asked. Jesus' answer was a combination of the great Shema Israel, Deuteronomy 6:5 "and you shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your might" and Leviticus 19:18 "you shall love your neighbor as yourself." He pointed out the two fundamental precepts from which common sense would dictate what God wants. There was nothing that said, "You should place God before your stuff. That was implied in the first precept of loving God with all our heart soul and might. There was nothing that said you must give a piece of meat to the widow, that was implied in "love your neighbor as yourself." Jesus says that all of scripture, Moses and the prophets, is based on these laws. Therefore, there are far more ways for a Christian to act than the 613 laws of the Torah, or the laws and moral precepts of the Catholic Church. The trouble is that we are tempted to take a legalistic, and therefore minimal view of how we should serve God. With regard to worship we used to experience some people showing up for Mass at the Gospel and leaving at the Our Father because that was defined as
THIRTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PAGE 3 what the minimal attendance at Mass was. Thank God those days are over and minimal attendance is no longer defined. You either go to Church to worship with the community or you don't. We shouldn't be so concerned with the minimum that we forget what is at the heart of the law. The heart of the law regarding others is that we treat them with the respect and dignity that they deserve. All of us are people made in the image and likeness of God. There are no written laws defining how we are to treat people with dignity. There were no laws saying how much butter should go to the widow and her children. There are no specific laws saying that we have got to help the pregnant woman with no means of caring for the new life within her. We do this because we cannot claim to be loving God and neighbor if we do not help them. A while back, I spent time with a family that had suffered a terrible tragedy that made the front pages of the paper. While we were praying together, the doorbell rang and people brought all sorts of sandwiches from the business where one of the members of the family worked. You have all done this or something like this. Now, there is no specific law saying you have to bring over some food to the grieving. But there is the heart of the law of Christianity that says you have to help those who are hurting. Perhaps this is simple common sense. But it is common sense that flows from the deep seated need to allow the love of Christ within us to be expressed wherever possible. We don't need specific laws to tell us how to act. In fact, if we refused to act unless there was a law telling us what to do and when to do it, then the law would hurt us rather than help us. We are to act out of love, not out of obligation. Church laws can give life or they can stifle life. If a law is seen from the minimal viewpoint, it stifles life. Jesus was not interested in this and often indicated His low opinion of people concerned with the minimum. But Church law can also give life. Church laws can point us in a direction where we can best serve God. We have an obligation to charity. That means we have to seek out those who need our help, and not be concerned with whether or not there is a specific law to do so. Loving God and neighbor must be the fundamental precepts of our lives. Jesus says all of scripture flows from these laws. The Bible is the book of God's love for His people. Every action of the Almighty, from our creation through our redemption as detailed in the Bible is an expression of the Infinite Love our God has for us. To really be a Godly people, we have to give life to the scripture by allowing the actions of our lives to resonate the voice of His love. In the 31st chapter of the Book of Jeremiah, the prophet predicts what Jesus tells us is fundamental to His Way: This is the covenant which I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says the LORD: I will put my law within them, and I will write it upon their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Yours in Christ, Caritas Corner Flowers distributed this week at Florida Hospital North Pinellas by Caritas Volunteers were donated in honor of our Blessed Mother. Mass of Remembrance There will be a special liturgy on Saturday, November 8th at 10 a.m. to remember all our loved ones who have died. This will be a time to celebrate the gift of their lives. Refreshments will be served after the Mass. Please call the Caritas office if you plan to attend. Thank You Thank you for your generous donations to our World Mission Sunday Collection. With this, we have recommitted ourselves to our vocation, through Baptism, to be missionaries. The Church s missionary activity begins with the proclamation of faith: Jesus is Lord!
PAGE 4 OCTOBER 26, 2014 First Friday Adoration BEING PRESENT TO PRESENCE All my life as a Catholic, I have believed in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Now, I also recognize that the very concept of presence is inherently and necessarily relational. We Catholics can defend the doctrine of the Real Presence all we want (and I do) but if we don t teach the children of God how to be present to Presence, there is no Real Presence for them! We spend much of our history arguing about the how and the if and who could do it ( transubstantiation of the bread), instead of simply learning how to be present ourselves (contemplation). We made it to be magic to be believed instead of transformation to be experienced. We emphasized the priest as the transformer instead of the people as the transformed. (Yet even Canon Law always said that the Sacraments are pro populo for the sake of the people-and not an end in themselves. The Eucharist is an encounter of the heart, knowing Presence through our available presence. In the Eucharist we move beyond mere words and thinking with the rational mind and to that place where we don t talk about the Mystery anymore, we begin to chew on it. Jesus did not say, Think about this more, he said Eat this! It was to be an action. We must move our knowing to the bodily, unitive level. Then we keep eating and drinking the Mystery, until one day it dawns on us in an undefended level, My God, I really am what I eat! (Fr. Richard Rohr, O.F.M, Things Hidden, Scripture as Spirituality. Pope St. John Paul II said: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is an important practice and becomes an inexhaustible source of holiness. It is pleasant to spend time with Christ, to be close to His breast as the Beloved Disciple and to feel the infinite love present in His heart. ( The Church and the Eucharist ) November 7 th is the First Friday. Please sign our Adoration Commitment Book in the front of the Church so that we know that all hours have at least 2 Adorers present in our Chapel from 9:30 a.m. ending with Benediction at 9 p.m. Our goal is to have at least one person from each family represented as we pray for all families, as we pray for peace in our war torn world. ALL SAINTS DAY, November 1st is not a holy day of obligation this year but will be celebrated at the 9 a.m. Mass. ALL SOULS DAY, November 2nd will be celebrated at the weekend Masses. November is the traditional month to remember all our beloved dead. Kindly remember to return the Mass intention envelopes with the names of the deceased to be remembered clearly printed. Additional envelopes are available on the courtesy desk in the Church. May all of the faithfully departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. These intentions will be placed on the altar for the month of November. Rules of Discernment Rules of Discernment: The Heart of the Christian Spiritual Life How come sometimes I love to pray and other times I would rather do anything else? How come sometimes God feels close and other times far away? Is there a way to understand this? This seminar introduces and explains St. Ignatius of Loyola s Rules for Discerning the movements of our hearts in the spiritual life. Invite your friends ALL faithful Christians will greatly appreciate learning these Rules. Saturday, November 1 st in rooms 2 & 3 from 9:30 a.m. -5:30 p.m. Bring a sack lunch. Please Call Katie Napolitano to register by Oct. 27th. Taize Prayer Service November 5th at 7:30 p.m.! All are welcome.
THIRTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PAGE 5 Knights of Columbus All are Welcome! November 6th at 7 p.m. for the Knights of Columbus Memorial Mass in the Chapel. Members of the Knights of Columbus spend a part of their lives contributing to the welfare of many people. You may have known some of these men. When they pass away, the least we can do to remember them for what they have done is to say a prayer of thanks. This is best done by attending a Memorial Mass to say thank you and may God welcome you home! Show that you care. Refreshments will be served following the Mass. 33 Days to Morning Glory Want to Grow in Holiness, But Too Busy? Want to transform your work, your marriage, your family, and your life, but don t have time? Looking for the quickest, surest, and easiest way to holiness, but don t know where to begin? In our hectic day and time, Pope John Paul II and Blessed Mother Teresa knew that the quickest way to be transformed into a saint is through a relationship with Our Blessed Mother, Mary. Consecrate yourself to her Immaculate Heart! Easy As 1-2-3! Read a 2-5 minute selection from the Retreat Book everyday. Ponder the reading and questions in the Retreat Companion book. Meet each Tuesday, for 6 weeks, with a small group to discuss the reading and view a 30 minute video presentation. Beginning November 4 th at 1 p.m. or 7 p.m. Registration forms are on the Courtesy desk in the Church, the Evangelization Office or in the Parish Office. A Big Thank You to All who donated at our last Blood Drive! Mass of the Angels Catholic Charities and our Diocese invite you to attend a special Mass and Remembrance of children (born or unborn) who have gone to be with the Lord. Saturday, November 8th, at 11 a.m. at the Bethany Retreat Center. Our celebrant is Rev. Lipscomb. Families are invited to bring a picture of their lost child/ren to be displayed at the reception following Mass. For RSVP's, information, or to have a child's name added to the program, please call Barbara Hertz at Catholic Charities: 727-893-1314 Ext. 210 or email: bhertz@ccdosp.org. Inquiry Sessions Do you know someone who would like to know more about the Catholic faith? Do you know someone who...wants to become Catholic?...has questions about the Catholic Church?...is dating, engaged or married to a Catholic? Please join our Inquiry Sessions on the 2 nd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Evangelization Office. All Are Welcome! Bring your Questions! Truth Seekers A Young Adult Ministry. This is an opportunity for community and discussion about what it means to be afollower of Jesus in our world. For meeting times and more info contact: Fr. Justin Paskert at 937-4050 ext. 207 or at frjpaskert@ignatius.net Brothers in Christ Come explore the wonders of the Catholic faith in a fresh new way with an exciting new series titled Symbolon. A comprehensive study of the Catholic faith. Filmed on location in Rome, the Holy Land and Calcutta. Join us Wednesday mornings at 6 a.m. in the Parish Hall. All men are welcome! Coffee & doughnuts served-bring a friend For more information please contact: Jim Edmiston: 642-9555 or Geoff Kirby at 813-728-2082
CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE... www.st.ignatius.net Events of the Week SUNDAY OCTOBER 26 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Faith Formation Parents (c2,3,4) Faith Formation classes 10:00 a.m. Faith Centers in the hall 6:00 p.m. Life Teen Night (h) MONDAY OCTOBER 27 10:00 a.m. Rosary Makers, Crafts & Srs (c2) 6:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Girl Scout Troop 1233 (c12) Girl Scout Junior Troop (c9) 6:30 p.m. Girl Scout Brownie Troop (c10) 7:00 p.m. CIC (c4,6) 7:00 p.m. RCIA (Chapel & hall) TUESDAY OCTOBER 28 7:00 p.m. Little Rock Bible Study (c2&3) WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 29 6:00 a.m. Brothers in Christ (hall) 9:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Mothers Morning Out (c8) Little Rock Bible Study (c2&3) 5:00 p.m. Faith Formation Grades 3-7 7:00 p.m. 7:15 p.m. Faith Formation Grades 3-8 Spiritual Exercises (Evang. Office) THURSDAY OCTOBER 30 9:30 a.m. Mothers Morning Out (c8) 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Scouts Leader Training (c2&3) Fr. Kevin class (hall) FRIDAY OCTOBER 31 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Girl Scout Troop 1142 (c7) Girl Scout Troop 1124 (c6) 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts (c2,3,4) 7:00 p.m. Cub Scouts (c8-12) SATURDAY NOVEMBER 1 9:00 a.m. Discernment of Spirituality (c2&3) 10:00 a.m. Polish School (c7-12) 1:00 p.m. Boy Scouts Merit Badge (c4) ST. IGNATIUS WOMEN S COUNCIL... will hold their Annual Arts & Crafts Fair on November 15th and 16th from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Just in time for Christmas Shopping! All vendors need to apply in advance. Please call Dolores Carotenuto at 942-6336. In conjunction with the Craft Fair, come join your Priests and Fellow Parishioners in supporting the St. Ignatius Knights of Columbus Breakfast Fundraiser on Sunday November 16th from 8:00am 11:15am Full Breakfast of Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage, Coffee / Juice / Milk $6 Adults / $4 Children / $20 Family of 5 or more Or enjoy a Lite Breakfast of a Donut w/ Coffee / Juice / Milk for only $2.00 BISHOP MCLAUGHLIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Open House on November 2nd from 2p.m. 5 p.m. Students of all faiths are welcome. We offer College-Prep. Honors and AP courses in small class sizes, Variable tuition rates, Step Up and McKay Scholarships Accepted. Come get all the details and view the school. 13651 Hays Rd in Spring Hill. Check out our website www.bmchs.com LITTLE ANGELS STORY TIME... stories, songs, and crafts to encourage your child to listen, learn and have fun! We also include some play ground fun! Snacks included. Join us every Friday at 10 a.m. at Guardian Angels School. Free and open to all children age 2-5! For more info contact Jane at jgrantham@gacsfl.com GUARDIAN ANGELS SCHOOL We would love the opportunity to show you what your Catholic school has to offer in providing a faith-filled education for your children. If you wish to schedule a tour of the school, please contact Cindy Malinski at cmalinski@gacsfl.com or at 727-799-6724. Scan our QRcode