Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church July 8, 2018 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. 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 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 Mass Schedule Daily: Monday through Friday 12:10pm 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. 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.
Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time We page 2 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. 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. November 18, 2018 Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace In the words of Saint Francis of Assisi: May the Lord, give you peace! My friends as we prepare to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday in our homes this week, I invite you to join me around the table of Word and Eucharist on Thanksgiving morning at 9AM. It is most fitting that we gather to celebrate and give thanks and praise to God for all the many gifts given to us through our Savior, Jesus the Christ. Let us rejoice my friends in God s love and give thanks for the blessings showered upon us, our families and our community here at Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace. During this celebration a special collection of canned goods and nonperishable items will be collected for Daystar, our parish outreach ministry. I ask that you please be generous and bring an item or two so that we may provide families with food baskets during the holidays. Father James, Deacon Michael and I extend to each of you heartfelt blessings on this special day set aside to give thanks and praise. Should you be unable to join in the celebration here at church please know that you and your family will be remembered from grateful hearts for the gift you are to us and our community. As you gather around your table it is my hope that a prayer of thanksgiving will be offered. If you do not have one, I share a favorite of mine that was written by Kris Ediger. May it bring you a sense of the depth of what we celebrate. We take so much for granted of life and liberty, and think that we deserve it; that all was done for me. Think how they must have struggled, new pilgrims in this land. So many died from hardships yet still they made a stand. When all the work was finished, new crops sowed in the ground, they gathered with their neighbors, asked blessings all around. For our hearing impaired Parishioners, signing is available at the 4:00pm Mass on Saturdays. Abundant blessings to all, Oh, God, help us be grateful for gifts you ve sent our way. For these we want to thank you on this Thanksgiving day. 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 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:
November 18, 2018 Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace Page 3 DAY MASS INTENTIONS READINGS EVENTS SUNDAY November 18 Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time James Argentieri By Ed & Mary O'Mara Parish & Staff Anthony VanEss By Marilyn & Robert Frank 8:00am 11:00am Dn 12: 1-3 Heb 10: 11-14, 18 Mk 13: 24-32 MONDAY November 19 Christina V. Rush By Scott & Bozena Rush 12:10pm Rv 1:1-4; 2:1-5 Lk 18:35-43 TUESDAY November 20 James Argentieri 12:10pm By Ed & Mary O'Mara Rv 3:1-6, 14-22 Lk 19:1-10 WEDNESDAY November 21 Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Vocations Dan & Emilie Kovachevich By Judge Kovachevich 12:10pm Rv 4:1-11 Lk 19:11-28 Choir Rehearsal 6:00pm (church) Hibernian Mtg 6:30pm (SA) Wednesday Group 7:30pm (MMH) THURSDAY November 22 Thanksgiving Day Mr. & Mrs. Charles Kuchan, Sr. & Fam By Judge Kovachevich 9:00am Sir 50:22-24 1 Cor 1:3-9 Lk 17:11-19 Thanksgiving Mass 9:00am Parish Office Closed FRIDAY November 23 No Intention 12:10pm Rv 10:8-11 Lk 19:45-48 SATURDAY November 24 Paul & Therese Chiavacci By Paul Chiavacci 4:00pm Rv 11:4-12 Lk 20:27-40 SUNDAY November 25 The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King Of the Universe Dan & Emilie Kovachevich By Judge Kovachevich Parish & Staff Amelia Hinojosa By Jim Kochen 8:00am 11:00am Dn 7:13-14 Rv 1:5-8 Jn 18:33B-37 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, Richard Bodalski and Audrey Calabrette. Please inform the Parish Office of prayer requests as they are updated monthly. Candles and Flowers If you would like to remember a loved one or a special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) 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 Robert Whittaker requested by The Amantia Family The flowers at the statue of Our Lady of Grace were made possible by a generous donation from Ray & Susan Kikel
November 18, 2018 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 Offertory Total for November 11, 2018 Attendance: 539 Offerings: $6,337.18 Average Gift: $11.76 Ministries & Outreach: $2,042.00 November 18th the second collection will be for Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) November 25 th the second collection will be for Ministries & Outreach which helps support Daystar Life Center. Poor Box $356.00 Welcome to the 2018 Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace Annual Pastoral Appeal Goal: $136,707.00 Paid: $ 82,553.80 Balance: $ 54,153.20 Have you made your gift of $212.50 to help make our parish goal? Every contribution makes a difference to us achieving our goal. No gift is too small. Thank you if you have already made your gift to our appeal. Offertory Envelope Information Needed Thank you! Please help us help you by indicating the amount given and the check number on your offertory envelopes. This will ensure your end of year statements are reflecting the accurate information provided by you. Thank you for all of your support in Time, Talent and Treasure to Saint Mary, Our Lady of Grace.
Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace Page 5 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: December 12, 2018, January 9, 2019 and February 13, 2019 Please contact the parish at least 6 months in advance to arrange for a baptism. Thanksgiving Thursday, November 22nd Join us for Mass at 9:00 am Please be generous in this week s second collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development. In the United States, one in seven people lives in poverty. With this collection you support programs that address the causes of poverty and provide a sustainable future for those who are struggling across the country. In addition, 25 percent of funds collected remains in our diocese to fund local anti-poverty projects. Please prayerfully consider how you can support this collection and work on the margins. More information about the Catholic Campaign for Human Development can be found at www.usccb.org/ cchd/collection. Non-perishables will be collected in the Mass for Daystar Life Center s Pantry. Our Parish Office will be closed and will reopen on Monday, November 26th. We wish you a very blessed Thanksgiving with loved ones. Advent Candle Bearers Needed! As is our custom at Saint Mary, Our Lady of Grace, we invite families, couples, and anyone interested in participating in our upcoming Advent weekend liturgies to be Advent Candle Bearers. This involves being a part of the opening processions at each Advent weekend Mass and placing one large, lit candle into the Advent wreath. If you, your spouse, family or friends would be interested in taking part, please contact Michelle Rego at 727-896-2191 ext. 208 or MRego@stmaryolg.org November 18, 2018 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. PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS O loving and gracious God, Father of all, you bless your people in every time and season and provide for their needs through your providential care. Your Church is continually in need of priests, sisters and brothers to offer themselves in the service of the gospel by lives of dedicated love. Open the hearts of your sons and daughters to listen to your call in their lives. Give them the gift of understanding to discern Your invitation to serve you and your Church. Give them the gift of courage to follow your call. May they have the spirit of young Samuel who found fulfillment in his life when he said to you, "Speak Lord, for your servant is listening." We ask this through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer. Amen.
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. November 18, 2018 Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace page 6 The Saint Jude Medal Award Ceremony will be at 3:00pm on Sunday, November 18 th, at the Cathedral of Saint Jude the Apostle. Bishop Parkes will present the Saint Jude Medal Award to one lay member from each of our parishes for their distinguished and outstanding service. This year our parish honors, Sylvia Gonzales for her dedication to the Faith Community Nursing Ministry, The Legion of Mary and Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. Please be sure to congratulate Sylvia next time you see her. We thank you Sylvia for all the years of service you have given the parish. Please join us at the Month's End Mass on Saturday, November, 24th, at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of the Resurrection. Those persons who have been laid to rest this month and last month will be remembered by name during our General Intercessions as we lift up our prayers for them and for all who are interred at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. We look forward to praying with you for your loved ones, Knights of Columbus Council 2105 For questions or assistance, please call: (727) 678-0183 Father Charles Leke-Nkafu and the Calvary Catholic Cemetery Family A Heart-felt Thank You On behalf of Mary s Outreach for Women I would like to thank Fr. Amantia, the Respect Life Committee and the parishioners of St. Mary Our Lady of Grace for all the beautiful baby gifts that were donated through the month of October, Respect Life Month to our ministry. We truly appreciate your support and want you to know how grateful we are. One of our moms whose baby was a save from abortion and gave birth in October will be receiving some of those gifts. I only wish I could share the joy that I see on their face when they see the gifts that they are given. Thank you again for your generosity and know that you will be in our prayers. Sincerely, Linda Mason, Director Mary s Outreach for Women