Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church Franciscan Friars, Third Order Regular Parish founded 1920 Mission Statement United in our belief in Jesus Christ and His Call to Love and Service, we dedicate ourselves to live His Word through the Celebration of the Sacraments, Evangelization, Catechesis and Ministry to the people of Saint Petersburg. Mass Schedule Daily: Monday through Friday Saturday: 4:00pm Vigil Sunday: 8:00am & 11:00am Holy Days Please check the bulletin for Mass times. National Holidays Mass will be celebrated at 9:00am only. Sacrament of Reconciliation Tuesday & Thursday 11:30am-Noon Saturday: 3:00-3:45pm and by appointment. For Sacramental information please call the Parish Office. Baptism: We ask that all families interested in Baptism be active, registered parishioners 6 months prior to the reception of the Sacrament. One hallmark of Franciscan spirituality, also epitomized by Pope Francis, is to extend Welcome to All. On behalf of the Franciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular, the staff and parish family of Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace we extend this heartfelt invitation: No matter what your present or past status in the Catholic Church. No matter what your current family or marital situation. No matter what your past or present religious affiliation. No matter what your personal history, age, background, race, or color. You are invited, welcomed, accepted and loved here at Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace. In the words of Saint Francis of Assisi: May the Lord give you peace. Matrimony: Arrangements should be made 6 months in advance by contacting our Wedding Coordinator. Participation in a marriage preparation program is required. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 1st Wednesday of the month from 12:45pm-2pm.
The Baptism of the Lord Page 2 We welcome all of our new parishioners who have come to worship with us. If you are new to our community, please introduce yourself to one of our Friars. If you are visiting and interested in registering, we kindly ask that you pick up a blue registration form found in the church or visit our Parish Office or website and complete all of the information asked and either return it to our Office or drop it in the collection basket. Membership is strongly encouraged for the reception of the Sacraments of Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, Confirmation, and Marriage. Registration is also required before the parish can issue a sponsorship certificate for those asked to be sacramental sponsors. You must be a registered member of at least six months before a certificate will be given. Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace In the Year of Our Lord Jesus Christ 2019 1920 + 2020 Our Legacy of Grace November 20, 1920 Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace was elevated to Parish status, becoming part of the Diocese of Saint Augustine. In 1968, Saint Mary was transferred to the newly formed Diocese of Saint Petersburg. On November 20, 2020 we will celebrate our parish s 100 th anniversary. Stay tuned for announcements regarding our parish celebrations. Until then did you know that In the late 19 th century, the tiny Catholic settlement in the Saint Petersburg area became a mission of the Jesuit-operated Sacred Heart Church in Downtown Tampa. The first known and recorded Mass in Saint Petersburg was celebrated at the Hotel San Jose in the Driftwood area on September 11, 1892. During the next few years the area was served by Jesuit missionaries who came across Tampa Bay by boat on an intermittent basis. Catholic families met at private homes and other locations for worship. Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace, pray for us. Low Gluten Hosts Anyone wishing to receive a low gluten host (0.01%) at communion time due to a wheat intolerance, please visit the sacristy before Mass. It is a privilege to provide this for consecration. For our hearing impaired Parishioners, signing is available at the 4:00pm Mass on Saturdays. Rev. Fr. Damian Amantia TOR Rev. Fr. James Morman, TOR Rev. Mr. Michael Menchen Wendy Luck (ext 206) Joan High (ext 201) Lois Lowery (ext 200) Giselle Johnson (ext 205) Claudia McIvor (ext 207) Michelle Rego (ext 208) Alice Coston Jim Kochen (ext 204) Calvin Adams Parish Office: 11:30am-3pm Mon 9am-3pm Tues-Thurs Office is Closed Friday 515 4th Street South Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 Phone: 727-896-2191 Fax: 727-895-6279 Pastor Parochial Vicar Deacon Business & Physical Plant Director Parish Secretary Receptionist Director of Communications Director of Faith Formation Director of Liturgy and Music Wedding Coordinator Sacristan Custodial Care Bulletin: Articles e-mailed Wednesday by noon 15 days prior. We will always do our best to get your information in if room allows. communication@stmaryolg.org Parish Website: www.stmaryolg.org Parish Email: communication@stmaryolg.org Parish Facebook: St. MaryOlg
Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace Page 3 DAY MASS INTENTIONS READINGS EVENTS SUNDAY January 13 The Baptism of the Lord M/M Charles Kuchan Sr. & Fam 8:00am By Judge Kovachevich Parish & Staff 11:00am Paul George Beaudet By Robert Walker Is 42: 1-4, 6-7 Acts 10: 23-38 Faith Formation 9:15am (SA) Faith Formation- First Reconciliation Session 5 9:00am (MMH) Winter Concert: Lumina Choir MONDAY January 14 Andy Phillips By Denis Koelsch Heb 1: 1-6 Mk 1: 14-20 RCIA 7:00pm (MMH) TUESDAY January 15 Inez Van Eps By Constance Weeks Heb 2: 5-12 Mk 1: 21-28 WEDNESDAY January 16 Vocations Barbara Posch By Bridget Gabriel Heb 2: 14-18 Mk 1: 29-39 Hibernian Meeting 6:30pm (SA) Wednesday Night Group 7:30pm (MMH) THURSDAY January 17 Memorial Saint Anthony, Abbot William Bule By Arlene Diaco Heb 3: 7-14 Mk 1: 40-45 Legion of Mary 1:30pm (SA) Choir Rehearsal 6:00pm (church and hall) FRIDAY January 18 Mario Argentieri By Ed O'Mara Heb 4: 1-5, 11 Mk 2: 1-12 SATURDAY January 19 Tirena Chiavacci By Paul Chiavacci 4:00pm Heb 4:12-16 Mk 2: 13-17 SUNDAY January 20 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Barbara Anne Beckett Posch By Joseph Posch Parish & Staff Raymond Jablonski By Dianne & Billy O'Connor 8:00am 11:00am Is 62: 1-5 1 Cor 12: 4-11 Jn 2: 1-11 Location Key: (CH) Church; (MMH) Monsignor McNulty Hall; (SJC) Saint Joseph of Cupertino Room/Library; (SA) Saint Anthony of Padua Classroom Please remember the following who are in need of our prayers: John Sainato, Carolyn Wilson, Barbara Hennessey, Dr. Michael Flynn, Marie & Donna Mulholland, Kimberly Mullick, James A. Burke, Barbara Louise Denny, Frank Torpey, Janine McGill Wilson, Regina Yarborough, Georgia Currie, and Richard Bodalski. Please inform the Parish Office of prayer requests as they are updated monthly. Prayer for all Servicemen and Women O Heavenly Father, help keep our men and women safe while they are defending our freedom. Help them fight with valor, serve with honor, and come home when the fight is won. For those who should fall to any harm, O Lord, please watch over them so that they can return home to the families that love them. In the dark of night and heat of battle, may our prayers-and Your divine love-offer them comfort and protection. This we pray, Amen. Candles and Flowers If you would like to remember a loved one or a special occasion by having a 2 week candle burn at the statue of Our Lady of Grace, or by contributing toward the cost of the gifts of bread and wine used during Mass on the weekends, please contact the parish office to make arrangements. A suggested donation of $10 would be greatly appreciated. Flower arrangements placed at the Tabernacle or the statue of Our Lady of Grace, in loving memory or a special occasion, are also available thru the parish office. Flowers are $35 per arrangement. The Vigil candle burning at the statue of Our Lady of Grace is in loving honor of Jon S. Cook requested by Janet Cook The flowers at the statue of Our Lady of Grace were made possible by a generous donation from Ray & Susan Kikel
Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace page 4 Altar Servers Al Hoel Ancient Order of Hibernians Sean Denny Bereavement Ministry Michelle Rego Daystar Life Center Jane Walker Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Jim Messina Connie Messina Holy Communion to the Sick Jim Kochen Faith Community Nursing Ministry Sylvia Gonzales Faith Formation Claudia McIvor Hospitality Ministers/Ushers Nelson Ortiz Legion of Mary Jim Gillis Ministry to the Deaf Carol Downing Music Ministry Michelle Rego Prayer Shawl Ministry Kathy Russell Readers Rick Smith Refugee Resettlement Ministry Claudia McIvor Saint Mary s Merry Makers Pam Hatton Secular Franciscans Jim Gillis Respect Life Ministry Elaine Clark Young Adult Ministry Claudia McIvor For information call the office at 896-2191 ext 201 Marriage Jubilee Mass of Thanksgiving The Marriage Jubilee Mass of Thanksgiving with Bishop Gregory Parkes will take place at the Cathedral of Saint Jude the Apostle on Sunday, February 10th at 3:00pm. This event honors couples throughout the diocese who will celebrate 25, 50 or more years of marriage during the 2019 calendar year. Please RSVP to the parish office by Thursday January 24th. Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., an inspired leader of the Civil Rights movement, sacrificed economic security and personal safety to challenge the status quo in the south. His personal life was not perfect any more than ours is. Yet he never strayed from his mission to work for equal rights. Nonviolent resistance was a hallmark of the work he did. January 21, 2018, Monday, is a National Holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Remembering Edward Hayes who passed on November 30, 2018. Ed joined the Navy in 1947 for two years. He received his BA degree from the Univ. of Illinois Champaign-Urbana in 1965 and taught Spanish at Oak Park-River Forest High School in Oak Park, IL until his retirement in 1987. Excellent pianist learned by ear! Very quick-witted, and humorous, up till the day he died. Baptism of Infants and Children Parents who wish to have their infant or young child baptized in the Catholic faith may call the office to register for a required parent preparation class, (727) 896-2191, extension 207. This one-time class covers the theology of Baptism, the role of the parent and godparent in bringing the child up in the faith, and a review of what happens at a typical Baptism. Class runs from 6-8 pm. The date of our upcoming class is: February 13, 2019 Please contact the parish at least 6 months in advance to arrange for a baptism. Mass will be at 9:00 am In observance of the Holiday the Parish Office will be closed. Remembering Dennis C. Crowley, 71. He attended the University of Massachusetts and earned a degree in hospitality and tourism management. Dennis was an excellent restaurateur. He is most remembered for his work at Steak & Ale and Outback Steakhouse. Dennis served in the Air Force and had active duty in the Vietnam.
Holiday Season Giving and final APA numbers Page 5 December 16, 2018 Offertory: $ 5,195.00 Attendance: 512 Avg Gift: $ 10.15 Christmas Environment: $ 1,633.00 December 23, 2018 Offertory: $ 5,681.00 Attendance: 427 Avg. Gift: $ 13.30 Bldg Fund: $ 2,522.50 December 25, 2018 Offertory: $11,998.00 Attendance: 1095 Avg. Gift: $ 10.96 Bldg Fund: $ 2,522.50 December 30, 2018 The Holy Family of Jesus, Offertory: $ 5,257.42 Attendance: 527 Avg. Gift: $ 9.98 January 1, 2019 Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, Offertory: $ 2,544.00 Attendance: 262 Avg. Gift: $ 9.71 January 6, 2019 Offertory: $ 5,612.00 Attendance: 600 Avg. Gift: $ 9.35 Bldg Fund: $ 2,340.00 Please remember our Poor Boxes. Your donations serve our local community through Daystar Outreach, Saint Mary s Ministry of Mercy. Located at both side entrances. Annual Pastoral Appeal 2018 Assessed: $136,707.00 Paid: $ 101,216.56 Short Fall of Goal: $ 35,490.44 Saint Mary s and Daystar partnered to deliver bags of food for Christmas dinner to 18 refugee families on December 22. Here are just a few of the volunteers who made this gift possible. Thank you to our Refugee Ministry and Daystar for their generosity. RCIA Our opening RCIA session began Monday, January 7, 2019 at 7 pm. Call to let us know you plan to attend: (727) 896-2191, extension 207. Claudia will be happy to answer your questions about the RCIA, and to help you decide if this is the church for you. RCIA also welcomes previously baptized Catholics who wish to be confirmed.
Parking at Saint Mary, Our Lady of Grace We are glad to inform the congregation that we have finalized the parking agreement with Johns Hopkins All Children s Hospital and Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace. We have been given permission per the agreement to park in the lots that the YWCA and Shelter previously used. Our contract states we can use per the following: Saturdays 3-5 pm Sundays 7 am to 12 pm Also, we continue to have access to the USF Saint Petersburg Lot #17 on the corner of 6th Avenue South and 4th Street. Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace page 6 Saint Mary s Our Lady of Grace Presents Winter Dreams Sunday, January 13, 3:00pm The Lumina Youth Choirs Deah McReynolds And Rodney Shores Directors These talented high school students have performed musical styles from Bach to Broadway in renowned venues such as Carnegie Hall in NYC, Saint Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, and Notre Dame Basilica in Montreal. Join the award winning choirs of Stele, Serata and Voci De Lumina as we joyfully close the holiday season with songs of hope, peace and winter dreams Make your New Year resolution to grow in WISDOM! Knights of Columbus Council 2105 For questions or assistance, please call: (727) 678-0183 Join us for the Ascension Press Bible Study, Wisdom: God s Vision for Life The weekly topics include wisdom in decision-making, in finances, in relationships, for peace of mind, and much more. Study groups will be offered on Tuesday evenings starting January 8, and Wednesday mornings, starting January 9 for eight weeks. To register and purchase Knights your of materials Columbus (approximately $20 plus S/H) go online to Wednesday Council Daytime 2105 Study: http://bit.ly/wisdom-day Tuesday Evening Study: http://bit.ly/wisdom-eve For questions or assistance, please call: (727) 678-0183 Don t forget to purchase your participant journal online in time for our first session! For more information, please contact Claudia McIvor (727) 896-2191, extension 207 cmcivor@stmaryolg.org