November 4, 2018 (View this bulletin on-line at www.stjoanofarcfl.com) Page 1 ST. JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC CHURCH 13485 Spring Hill Drive Spring Hill Florida 34609 ~ Telephone: (352) 688-0663 Fax: (352) 686-7937 November 4, 2018 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time You shall love the L, your God, with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength. Deuteronomy 6:5 Eucharistic Liturgies Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 pm (Spanish) Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & by appointment Baptism for Children: Parent preparation. Matrimony: If you are contemplating marriage at St. Joan of Arc Church, please be mindful that there is a six month prior notice request required. RCIA/RCIC: Rite of Initiation into the Catholic faith. Pastoral Team Rev. Patrick Rebel, Pastor Assisting: Rev. Jerry Murphy, Rev. Edward Reiter, Rev. Michael Kouts, Rev. Paul Coughlin, Rev. Dennis Kaelin, Msgr. Joe Sobiesiak Deacons: Deacon Fred LaPiana and Deacon José Cruz Business Manager/Secretary Anne Cofone Faith Formation and Youth Ministry (352) 686-7864 Faith Formation Director:Mary Jo Waggoner StJoanRelEd@gmail.com Youth Ministry: Nancy Lovelock, Youth Minister SJOA-Youth@Tampabay.rr.com Director of Music: Joyce Thorpe sjoaorganist@gmail.com OFFICE E-mail: jchrchca@tampabay.rr.com Website: www.stjoanofarcfl.com Emergencies Only: (352) 666-3156 or (352) 683-0755 Website: www.ndcsfl.org In His Footsteps Soup & Sandwich Lunch Served on the second Thursday of each month from Noon - 2:00 p.m. in our Parish Hall and on the fourth Thursday of each month for the homebound only. Mary & Martha s Gift Shop: Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Saturday: 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sunday: 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Closed during all Masses St. Vincent de Paul Society (352) 556-3670 Parish Office Hours Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Friday: 9:00 a.m. - Noon Closed daily 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Phone: (352) 688-0663 Ministers of the Eucharist: Please notify the Parish Office if you, or someone you know is sick, in the hospital, homebound or shut-in. Notre Dame Catholic School Phone: 352-683-0755 Website: www.ndcsfl.org
Page 2 (View this bulletin on-line at www.stjoanofarcfl.com) November 4, 2018 Notes from the Pastor Bill Donohue: Pennsylvania Grand Jury Report on Clergy Sex Abuse Debunked Unlike most reporters and commentators Dr. Donohue has read most of the Pennsylvania The purpose of this paper is to expose many of the myths and lies that harm the report and the interpretation the report. Myth: Over 300 priests were found guilty of preying on the youth in Pennsylvania. Fact: No one was found guilty of anything. This did not stop CBS from stating 300 predator priests abuse more than 1,000 children over a period of 70 years. These are just accusations, most were never verified by either the grand jury or the dioceses. The report as well as CBS are wrong in saying that all the accused are priests. Some were brothers, deacons and seminarians. How many of the 300 persons were guilty? Dr. Donohue believes that maybe half are guilty. He said that according to the 2004 report by the John Jay College for Criminal Justice 4 percent of priests nationwide had a credible accusation made against them between 1950-2002. The report also states that half that number was confirmed. If that is correct the 300 figure drops to around 150. During the seven decades under investigation by the grand jury, there were over 5,000 priests serving in Pennsylvania. This also includes two dioceses not covered in the report. As a result the accusation made against the priest is very small. This is a different picture than what the media tells us. Also, the accused named was never given a change to defend themselves against the charges. This is because the report was investigative and not evidentiary. Even though the report s summary suggest that it is authoritative, it manifestly is not. The report covers accusations that go back to World War II Almost all the accused are either dead or thrown out of ministry. For example, in the Diocese of Harrisburg, 71 persons are named; 42 are dead and four are missing. Most of those who are still alive are no longer in ministry. Some cases are so old that they are unbelievable. A perfect example is the case of Father Joseph M. Ganter. He was born in 1892 and was accused in 2008 by an 80-year old man of abusing him in the 1930s. Also in 1945, at the request of Fr. Ganter, a Justice of the Peace interviewed three teenage males who made accusations against him. Not only did they give conflicting stories, the three admitted that they were never abused by Fr. Ganter. Adapted by CNSNews Notes from Deacon Fred For the Love of God The commitment of love is the strongest, the most everlasting commitment one can live. Even if two people were to part having lived that commitment, they never really do part. That bond of love is never broken and transcends space and time. When we look back on our lives and probe our hearts it won t take long to find that this is true. There is only One who has no beginning or no end. There is only One who is eternal. Love must be that which comes from God and is His Divine Nature that we are made of. It is that love that brings life to all of us. Love the Lord our God with all of our hearts, minds and soul and each other because we are His. This is more than words. This is the stuff of eternity. To love is to commit. To love is to honor. To love is to cherish. To love is to sacrifice. To love is to forgive. To love is to live in that special place our Lord called heaven. One of the most touching and inspiring accounts of such a strong witness to love and to humanity which touched my heart and perhaps yours as well, happened on that dark day at Columbine High School. Her mother wrote about her daughter s rebirth which her daughter called her second birthday on March 8, 1997 the day she invited Jesus into her life. Through the love and commitment of a local youth group and a retreat she attended, she was on fire for our Lord. She was so much in love with Jesus and His message she wanted to leave her Christian school and attend public school so that she could witness to Christ s love to those in need. That school was Columbine. She wrote in one of her letters I wonder what God is going to do with my life? I m confident I will know someday. On April 20, 1999 she was asked if she believed in God by a very troubled young man. Without hesitation she looked at him and said Yes. Cassie Bernall, November 6, 1981 April 20, 1999 Happy Birthday Cassie -- Your message will live forever!
November 4, 2018 T M, S.J (View this bulletin on-line at www.stjoanofarcfl.com) A P, GOD S LAWS God s laws are not intended to burden or torment us. Instead they are guideposts that point us in the direction of good living. Accordingly, good living requires loving God and loving one another. We should not follow God s laws out of fear of what might happen if we don t, but rather view them as a foundation for building relationships and trust with one another and with God. The Shema prayer of Orthodox Jews is based on the reading from Deuteronomy today, Hear, O Israel. Every morning people recite the prayer as a profession of their love for God and pledge their obedience to God throughout the day. They pass on their love of God to their children, from one generation to the next. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. TODAY S READINGS First Reading The L, the God of your fathers, will give you a land flowing with milk and honey (Deuteronomy 6:2-6). Psalm I love you, Lord, my strength (Psalm 18). Second Reading Jesus is always able to save those who approach God through him (Hebrews 7:23-28). Gospel To love God with all your heart and to love your neighbor as yourself is worth more than all burnt offerings and sacrifices (Mark 12:28b-34). READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Phil 2:1-4; Ps 131:1bcde-3; Lk 14:12-14 Tuesday: Phil 2:5-11; Ps 22:26b-30ab, 30e, 31-32; Lk 14:15-24 Wednesday: Phil 2:12-18; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; Lk 14:25-33 Thursday: Phil 3:3-8a; Ps 105:2-7; Lk 15:1-10 Friday: Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12; Ps 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9; 1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17; Jn 2:13-22 Saturday: Phil 4:10-19; Ps 112:1b-2, 5-6, 8a, 9; Lk 16:9-15 Sunday: 1 Kgs 17:10-16; Ps 146:7-10; Heb 9:24-28; Mk 12:38-44 [41-44] NEITHER DESPAIR NOR PRESUME Two criminals were crucified with Christ. One was saved; do not despair. One was not; do not presume. St. Augustine J. Page 3, SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time; National Vocation Awareness Week; Daylight Saving Time ends Tuesday: Election Day Friday: The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica Saturday: St. Leo the Great TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Just two years ago, we engaged in one of the core activities of our democratic system: a presidential election. Actually, the institution of election can be traced to traditions in the Church, and although bishops are no longer chosen in this way, abbots and abbesses (heads of monastic communities) have almost always been elected by full voting members of their communities. The lifetime appointment begins when the monks or nuns are gathered in chapter at the death or resignation of the abbot, and fortunately for all involved, campaigning is not allowed! The members of the community discern, with prayer to the Holy Spirit, who among them is the best suited for leadership. Once chosen, the new leader requests the blessing of the local bishop, who usually presides at a ceremony of consecration or investiture. The ballots are always secret, and a simple majority must be achieved. In our American system the Electoral College is the determining voice in the presidential election, not the popular election on a November Tuesday, just as the monastic chapter is the electorate. Today, most religious orders elect general superiors in chapter by delegates of the professed members, and usually for a term of six years. A few, like the Jesuits, elect for life. At least we don t have that weight on our shoulders when we choose a president. Four years at a time will do! Rev. James Field, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. PRAY FOR THE DEAD Let us not hesitate to help those who have died and offer our prayers for them. St. John Chrysostom
Page 4 (View this bulletin on-line at www.stjoanofarcfl.com) November 4, 2018 SATURDAY November 3 9:00 a.m. June Theresa Quirino (D) req by Sweeney Family 4:00 p.m. Russell Martocci (D) req by Wife ---- SUNDAY November 4 7:30 a.m. For Our Parish Community 9:00 a.m. For those on our Tree of Life 11:00 a.m. Frank Tine. (D) req by Loving Wife 1:00 p.m. Luis Alfonso López (D) req by Esposa, Sofi López - - MONDAY November 5 9:00 a.m. Arcangelo Galella (D) req by Lucia and Angela - - TUESDAY November 6 9:00 a.m. Emily Justiniano (L) - Happy Birthday! req by John and Susan Herron - - WEDNESDAY November 7 9:00 a.m. Maria Lorusso (D) req by Daughter - - THURSDAY November 8 9:00 a.m. Deceased Members of Council of Catholic Women - - FRIDAY November 9 9:00 a.m. For those who volunteer in our many ministries - - SATURDAY November 10 9:00 a.m. Michael Caruana (D) req by His Loving Mom 4:00 p.m. Theodore A. Statuto (D) req by Family ---- SUNDAY November 11 7:30 a.m. Jennie Conte (D) req by Rita, Toni and Noah 9:00 a.m. Robert De Chiara (D) req by Loving Mom and Dad 11:00 a.m. Joaquina Bogalhas (D) req by Family 1:00 p.m. For our Parish Community You cannot out-do the generosity of God. Stewardship Report for October 7, 2018 Attendance: 786 Envelopes Used: 296 Envelopes : $6316.00 Offertory Cash $1254.00 2nd Collection $614.01 Total: $8184.01 MILES OF SMILES TRAVEL CLUB The next Miles of Smiles Club Meeting will be on Tuesday, November 13th (2nd Tuesday of each month) at 10:00 am in the Library. Everyone is invited to attend. Open to all - come and bring a friend. Trip Fliers are available on the bulletin board located in the hall leading to the library and restrooms. Come check out our trips to the ICE show at the Gaylord Palms (Dec), St Johns Pass with Dolphin Cruise (Jan), New Orleans (Feb), Medieval Times (Mar), Dunedin Highland Games (Apr) and cruise to Spain, Italy & the Greek Isles (May). Questions about the club or to sign up for a trip, please call Sandy 352-397-5493 or Joyce 352-610-2883. Hope to see you in October. MARY AND MARTHA S GIFT SHOP T IENDA DE MARIA Y MARTA Come see the new and lovely things we have in the shop; we have gift items ranging from The Spiritual to the fun gifts and we hope everything in-between. If there is something you need, but can t find, just let whoever is at the counter know and we ll do our best to find it for you. We are keeping the shop open on Sundays until Mass begins at 1PM to give everyone time to come in and browse. We take special orders also for whatever you need, in either English or Spanish. Hermanos en Cristo, tenemos una tienda de artículos religiosos y la tienda ya va a estar abierta hasta que la misa empieze a la 1pm. Ven a ver lo que tenemos, y si no tenemos lo que está buscando, lo podemos ordenar. 2019-2020 Picket Calendars now Available Christmas is coming up, purchase a Catholic gift for your family and friends. MASS INTENTION REQUESTS Offering Mass for a special intention has been a long standing tradition in the Catholic Church. It is usually considered that special graces are received by the person who the intention is for. Masses are said for many reasons; for a deceased person, for a living person, in honor of someone s birthday, in honor of someone's anniversary, etc. The name of the person or persons we are praying for is mentioned in the general intercessions, by the priest at Mass and in our weekly bulletin. If you would like to have a Mass said for someone, living or deceased, please go to the Parish Office. A Mass Card will be given to you as a reminder of the time and date you requested.
November 4, 2018 (View this bulletin on-line at www.stjoanofarcfl.com) Page 5 4 St Vincent de Paul THRIFT STORE & FOOD PANTRY, 1291 Kass Circle Spring Hill 352-688-3331 (Food list 4) Our SVdP Food Pantry collects these suggested Items each month. Please donate based on the first letter of your last name to help those in our area. A,B...rice, Spaghetti O s, Beef-a-Roni, ravioli. C,D...toilet paper, personal products, soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes. E,F,G canned vegetables, canned fruit, baked beans, instant potatoes. H,I,J..boxed cereals, powered milk. K,L,M peanut butter, jelly, All Fruit, canned fruit drinks. N,O,P spaghetti meat sauce, dry spaghetti. Q,R,S,T beef stew, canned tuna, canned ham, Spam. U,V,W,X...chunky soup, clear broth, Ramen noodles. Y,Z.Rice-a-Roni, macaroni & cheese,. Hamburger Helper. COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN Come join us for the CCW Annual Christmas Luncheon, Thursday December 6th, doors open at 11, Lunch will be at noon. $15 per person. Good Food (Pot Roast, Mashed Potatoes and Veggies, Homemade cookies for dessert. YUM! Good Fun and Great Fellowship! Tickets will be available after all of the Masses. For questions, contact Awilda Berrios- 352-442-5797 Youth Group Meetings are in the Library Wednesday, November 7, 7:30 8:30 Wednesday, November 14, 7:30 8:30 Wednesday, November 28, 7:30 8:30 Wednesday, December 5, 7:30 8:30 Wednesday, December 12, 7:30 8:30 To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under Heaven. - Ecclesiastes 3:1 a time to die Please pray for the deceased of our parish, who recently passed away. Especially for Angelo Santos ST. JOAN OF ARC GROUNDS CREW We are asked to give to our church, TIME, TALENT and TREASURE. Many cannot give much monetarily, and we understand that, but can you give time? We need volunteers for our Grounds Crew. They are here on Wednesday and Friday mornings mowing, trimming shrubs and maintaining our sprinkler system to keep our property beautiful. Please think about donating some hours each week or month to help keep our parish grounds beautiful. If you are interested please call the parish office at: 352-688-0663. THANK YOU to the following people for your donations to our Faith Formation program: Anthony and Marilyn Frontiero Edma Laracuente Alan Howes Because of their generosity several families, who could not afford to pay for Faith Formation, have had their tuition taken care of. We are very thankful for these donations! Mary Jo Waggoner, Director of Faith Formation St. Joan of Arc Conference of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Please help us. The flu season is now upon us and most will be getting a flu shot. Both Publix and Winn Dixie are offering a $10.00 gift card if you get your flu shot from them. Please consider doing this and donating your gift card to St. Vincent de Paul. You can drop them in the poor boxes by the exits on both sides of the church or drop them in the collection basket at Mass or even drop them off at the church office. Your help will be greatly appreciated especially as the holiday season approaches. We thank you for your past support both prayer and financial. We couldn t do it without you and ask that you continue to support us. We also ask that you consider joining us as we put our Catholic faith into action.
Page 6 (View this bulletin on-line at www.stjoanofarcfl.com) November 4, 2018 Notitas del Diácono José El escriba fiel sólo le pregunta a Jesús: Cuál es el primero de todos los mandamientos? (Marcos 12, 28). Pero recibe más de lo que pidió, pues en vez de un mandamiento Jesús le da dos. Parece que, desde la perspectiva de Dios, emparejar esos dos mandamientos tiene un perfecto sentido. La humanidad fue creada a la imagen y semejanza de Dios, En efecto, la humanidad fue creada por el amor de Dios. Consecuentemente, desde la perspectiva divina, todos son dignos del amor. Todos fueron creados a imagen de Dios, Todos fueron creados por el amor de Dios. Mirándolo desde esa perspectiva nos damos cuenta de que el segundo mandamiento fluye lógicamente del primero. Sabemos también que Dios vive en cada uno de nosotros. Si miramos al otro no superficialmente, sino con intensidad, veremos el rostro de Jesús que se hace visible en el rostro de ellos. El Espíritu Santo habita en nosotros. Por tanto, amar al prójimo es amar a Dios. Y por la parábola del buen samaritano sabemos lo que Dios nos pide cuando nos dice que debemos amar a nuestro prójimo. El escriba entiende inmediatamente por qué Jesús incluye el segundo mandamiento en el primero y recuerda entonces las palabras de Oseas: yo quiero misericordia y no sacrificios (Oseas 6, 6) cuando repite las palabras de Jesús. Por eso es que Jesús le dice: No estás lejos del Reino de Dios (Marcos 12, 34). Pero ahora viene la parte importante: el escriba debe poner sus conocimientos en práctica. Tenía el deseo de hacer la voluntad de Dios, entendió bien la respuesta y expresó su esperanza de ponerla en práctica. Desafortunadamente no sabemos en qué paró todo. No sabemos lo que este escriba anónimo hizo. Esperamos que haya vivido el resto de su vida conforme a lo que había aprendido. Pregunta de la Semana Pongo estos dos mandamientos por encima de todos los demás por la manera en que vivo? Veo el rostro de Jesús en mi prójimo? Para la Comunidad RETIRO: TRANSFIGURACIÓN Del Padre Ignacio Larrañaga, Ofm, Cap. (Fundador de los Talleres de Oración y Vida) Los Talleres de Oración y Vida te invitan a VIVIR un retiro que transformará tu vida y llenará tu alma con la presencia amorosa y envolvente de Dios. Fijar la mirada y el corazón en Dios, no para alejarnos de la realidad, sino para volvernos a la realidad. Lo urgente es dejar que el Señor hable dentro de nosotros. Fecha: sábado 10, de noviembre de 2018 Hora: 8:00 am 4:30pm (Hora de Registro: 7:15 7:45am) Lugar: Parroquia Santa Juana de Arco St. Joan of Arc 13485 Spring Hill Dr, Spring Hill, FL 34609 Salones: Biblioteca y Cocina Costo: $10.00 (Incluye Libro Transfiguración, folleto de Cantos y Oraciones, desayuno liviano, meriendas) Trae tu Biblia, cuaderno, bolígrafo, silla plegable y tu almuerzo. Para más información: Cavi Velasquez: tovpiltampa@gmail.com (No habrá cuido de niños)