St. Brendan Catholic Church Saint Brendan Mission Statement We come together as the Church of St. Brendan to hear the story that God loves us with a love that surpasses all understanding; to break the bread of the Eucharist, so that we might be broken as Bread in service to others; that through our belief in Jesus we may joyfully go forth knowing that our lives have purpose and that we will live forever. January 27, 2019 Saint Brendan Catholic Church 245 Dory Passage Clearwater, FL 33767 Phone: 727-443-5485 Fax: 727-442-5896 Website: stbrendancatholic.org Father Eric Hunter Pastor Msgr. Michael F Devine Pastor Emeritus James Gibson Deacon MASS TIMES Saturday Vigil: 4:30 pm (All Year) Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 am (November-April) Sunday: 9:00 am & 11:00 am (May-October) Daily: Monday-Friday 8:30 am Holy Days of Obligation 8:30 am & 6:30 pm RECONCILIATION Reconciliation is celebrated on Monday at 9:00 a.m. and Saturday from 3:45 p.m. until 4:15 p.m. before Mass.
Mass Intentions January 28th - February 3rd MONDAY 8:30 A.M. {SI} Michael Gerstner TUESDAY 8:30 A.M. George Conti WEDNESDAY 8:30 A.M. {SI} Priestly & Religious Vocations THURSDAY 8:30 A.M. Liz McGinley FRIDAY 8:30 A.M. Charlie Gerstner SATURDAY 4:30 P.M. {SI} Faith Community of St. Brendan SUNDAY 7:30 A.M. Msgr. Edward Mulligan 9:00 A.M. Helga Torres 11:00 A.M. Julia Fitzmaurice Rosary Prayed before Daily Mass Novena - Monday after Daily Mass Clergy Schedule Saturday, February 2nd 4:30 p.m. Msgr. Devine Sunday, February 3rd 7:30 a.m. Father Hunter 9:00 a.m. Father Burshnick 11:00 a.m. Msgr. Irwin Page 2 January 27, 2019 We gather today, as we do every Sunday, as the Body of Christ. We are called to be Christ in the world through our words and actions. Saint Paul teaches us that we are called to be parts of Christ s body. Individually we are many parts, but together we are one. As we begin to observe Catholic Schools Week today, let Paul s words provide a valuable lesson for us to learn The episode from Nehemiah we hear today occurs soon after Ezra led a contingent of the chosen People back to Jerusalem after the Exile. This may have been the first time that they had heard the word of God preached aloud publicly. Understandably, they became quite emotional. It is easy for most of us to take for granted our ability to gather and listen to God s word. But imagine if you lived in a time and place where you were not allowed this communal experience. We rejoice in the freedom we have to worship together. The people in the synagogue in Nazareth that day had a novel experience as well. They definitely had never heard anyone say, Today this scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing. But Jesus is the manifestation of the one prophesied by Isaiah. Jesus was filled with the Spirit, chosen by God, called to bring glad tidings to the poor, and so on. Now consider this: we know that when we gather in His name, Jesus is present. Therefore, this scripture passage is fulfilled right now in our hearing, and every time we gather for the Eucharist. Luke writes that Jesus taught in the synagogues of Galilee and was widely praised. In fact, throughout Luke s Gospel, Jesus is often addressed as Teacher. It is a title of respect and a recognition of His authority. It also implies that people were learning from Him. Teachers in Catholic Schools have a wonderful model in Jesus. They are called to nurture and care for the children they teach as well as educate them. The Catholic school is a place to learn, but it is also a place to grow as a Christian. QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Am I conscious of Jesus presence in our midst? How do I show others that I am part of the Body of Christ? (Permission granted-world Library Publications 2018) SAVE THE DATE One Blood - Blood Drive Sunday, March 3rd
Page 3 January 27, 2019 My Dear Sisters and Brothers, PASTOR S PEN This weekend is the 2019 APA Prayer Weekend and the power of prayer creates a unified strength that should always be encouraged and never underestimated. I ask you to please pray daily for our success in reaching our parish assessment of $84,630.00. Your pledge goes to support many ministries such as just the few that are listed below: Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Petersburg and Ministries of Mercy Prison Ministry Office of Catholic Schools and Centers Office of Faith Formation Lay Pastoral Ministry Institute, Campus Ministry Seminarian Education and Support Vocations Office Permanent Diaconate Program Spirit FM Commitment weekend will be February 16th and 17th and please return your completed pledge card at that time and there will also be cards at the end of the pews for your convenience. I pray that each family will assess their own resources and generously make a pledge/gift and let your gift reflect on how generous God has been with His gifts. Please make your check payable to APA and note it for St. Brendan #230. You can make a one-time pledge or choose monthly or quarterly installments. All pledges will go directly to the Diocese. Please know that you are in my daily prayers and my last Pastor s Pen words on APA will be a thank you on February 23rd and 24th as we will have done our best to reach our assessment and I thank you for your patience and understanding during this Appeal. Sincerely in our Lord, Father Eric Hunter Please pray for our Catholic Schools. Liturgy Readings for the Week of January 27, 2019 Sunday Monday Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Neh 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10; Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 15; 1 Cor 12:12-30 or 1 Cor 12:12-14, 27; Lk 1:1-4; 4:14-21 Memorial of Saint Thomas Aquinas, Priest and Doctor of the Church Heb 9:15, 24-28; Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4, 5-6; Mk 3:22-30 Tuesday Heb 10:1-10; Ps 40:2 and 4ab, 7-8a, 10, 11; Mk 3:31-35 Wednesday Heb 10:11-18; Ps 110:1, 2, 3, 4; Mk 4:1-20 Thursday Memorial of Saint John Bosco, Priest Heb 10:19-25; Ps 24:1-2, 3-4ab, 5-6; Mk 4:21-25 Friday Heb 10:32-39; Ps 37:3-4, 5-6, 2 Saturday Sunday 3-24, 39-40; Mk 4:26-34 Feast of the Presentation of the Lord Mal 3:1-4; Ps 24:7, 8, 9, 10; Heb 2:14-18; Lk 2:22-40 or Lk 2:22-32 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Jer 1:4-5, 17-19; Ps 71:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 15-17; 1 Cor 12:31 13:13 or 1 Cor 13:4-13; Lk 4:21-30 Bringing Up The Gifts If you would like to bring the Offertory Gifts up during Mass, please see an usher when you arrive.
Offertory 1/20/19 $7,142.00 Mass Count for 1/20/19...827 Stewardship Reflections In the end, everything has been entrusted to our protection, and all of us are responsible for it. Be protectors of God s gifts! Pope Francis CHURCH BEQUESTS To observe the best method for naming St. Brendan Catholic Church in your will or trust, please ask your attorney to use the following terminology: I give, devise, and bequeath (amount, article, stock, etc.) to Gregory Parkes, as Bishop of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, and his successors in the office, for the use of St. Brendan Church, 245 Dory Passage, Clearwater, FL 33767. For more information please call Theresa in the Parish Office at (727) 443-5485. Thank you for your support of our parish. Please Support Our Advertisers We extend thanks to the merchants & business people whose advertisements make our Sunday bulletin possible. It is through their generosity that the bulletin is printed and distributed to all members of the parish each week. We hope you will show your appreciation by patronizing them. When you do, why not tell them you saw their ad in our bulletin. Income Tax Donation Letters Your financial support to St. Brendan Church is greatly appreciated. If you contributed more than $250.00 for the year 2018 and require a donation letter for income tax purposes, please call Sheila in the Parish Office at (727) 443-5485. May God s blessings be upon all those in our Parish Community for giving us your time, talent and treasure in 2018. We also ask you to keep our parish community in your continued prayers for the new year. Page 4 January 27, 2019 Living Every Day with Passion & Purpose with Matthew Kelly Our Lady of Lourdes in Dunedin on March 23rd Are you thriving or just surviving? Are you searching for a deeper sense of purpose? More joy? With his signature combination of the profound and the practical and witty sense of humor Matthew Kelly will introduce you to new habits that will reenergize every area of your life, and inspire you to start living with passion and purpose. This event features live music from singersongwriter Eliot Morris and includes a free bag of Dynamic Catholic resources for every attendee. Tickets are $39 and can be purchased at DynamicCatholic.com/events/passion-and-purpose or by calling (859) 980-7900. This will be a sold-out event! CCW FEBRUARY MEETING Please join us on Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. in Msgr. Mulligan Hall. We are pleased to announce our speaker, Jennifer Jacobs, who is the Development Director for Clothes to Kids. Clothes for Kids is a non-profit organization whose mission statement is to "Clothe a Kid - Change a Life. They provide new and quality used clothing to low income or in crisis school age children, free of charge." All ladies are welcome to attend our meeting! If you would like to become a CCW member, please contact Claudia Evans at claudiaevans204@gmail.com call 410-693-4030 or Arlene Marian at a_marian@icloud.com or call 727-266-4044. You can also sign up at the meeting. Refreshments will be served. 2019 APA PRAYER COURAGEOUSLY LIVING THE GOSPEL Almighty, ever living God, by our baptism, we have been called to live as missionary disciples of your Son, Jesus Christ. Grant that we, your people of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, will fulfill our purpose by proclaiming the Good News and inviting all people to experience the love and mercy of Jesus Christ. Deepen our trust in you, O Lord, and help us to remain steadfast in our commitment to Courageously Living the Gospel in our home, neighborhoods, parish communities, and wherever you may lead us. Together, with the intercession of our Blessed Mother and all the saints who have gone before us, we humbly ask for the courage to live as your disciples standing firm in our Catholic faith, through your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen Stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong. (1 Corinthians 16-13)
Page 5 January 27, 2019 2019 Valentine Fashion Show & Luncheon LATEST FASHIONS BY PATCHINGTON Heart Tree, Wheel of Fortune, Silent Auction, Basket Raffle, 50/50 All proceeds go to local charities Sacraments Baptism Please contact the Parish Office to arrange for Baptism Preparation and to schedule a Baptism. Baptisms are not celebrated during the Lenten season. Marriage Couples are required to contact the Parish Office to make arrangements at least six to eight months in advance of the planned date. Sponsored by St Brendan Council of Catholic Women Tuesday, February 12, 2019 Belleair Country Club One Country Club Lane, Belleair, FL Doors open at 11:00 am Fashions at 12:00 Followed by Lunch at 1:00 $35 per Person NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE # # IN PARTY Please make your reservation no later than February 5th by mailing this form and check made payable to St. Brendan CCW Please send to: Dawn Barrett, 1575 Wicklow Dr., Palm Harbor, FL 34684 or call Dawn at 603-568-4894 or e-mail her at: clwdawn@aol.com (If you are making reservations for more than one person, please attach a list of names, their food choices and a check for $35 per person) Entrée choices (choose one) ~Includes salad, dessert, coffee, tea~ Cash Bar Available Salmon Chicken Vegetarian Questions ~ Please call Carol Shea at (727) 735-4484 Anointing of the Sick Please contact the Parish Office if you would like to receive the Sacrament. For anointing following our daily Mass, please call the Parish Office a day ahead. Hospital Admission If you are admitted to the hospital, please have a friend or family member notify the Parish Office for visits and prayers for you. Communion for the Sick & Homebound Please contact the Visitation Ministry in the Parish Office to arrange to have Holy Communion brought to your home, nursing home or hospital. Parish Registration Please register with us so we may include you in our faith community. You may get a registration form from one of the ushers or in the Parish Office during regular business hours.
Parish Staff Office (727) 443-5485 FAX (727) 442-5896 Email: stbrendancatholic.org Parish Administrator Theresa Gerstner Facilities Manager Tom Kellner Music Director Frank Vanden-Eynden Choir Director Harriet Hall Reception & Bulletin Editor Sheila Osorio Ministries Marriage & Sacramental Preparation, RCIA, Prayer & Worship Parish Office (727) 443-5485 Navigators-Men of St. Brendan 3rd Wednesday of the month Dennis Murphy (313) 590-3754 Council of Catholic Women October through April Mary Ellen Kilbane (440) 334-3614 Finance/Parish Council Parish Office (727) 443-5485 Lend-a-Hand Ministry Teresa & Bob Clark (727) 443-5485 Respect Life Don & Debbie Noble (716) 553-3685 debbnoble@aol.com Arimatheans Small Faith Communities Art Deegan (727) 443-3950 Pinellas Hope Volunteers Mike Maslowski (318) 381-5600 Visitation Ministry Theresa Gerstner (727) 443-5485 Virginia Tree Sylvia Cummings (407) 965-7707 Vocations Art Deegan (727) 443-3950 Page 6 January 27, 2019 We pray for all those who are sick, those who are recuperating from surgery or who will have surgery soon, and for our shut-ins. {New Names appear in Bold} Please Lord send your healing love! All names will remain for thirty days unless requested by the individual or a member of his/her family. Elizabeth Rogers, Jimmy Coughlin, Bernadine Purcell, Jennifer Khryat, Michael Gilkey, Dee Olsen, Bill Hazzard, Andrew Veres, Michael Gerstner, Catherine Veres, Jim Werner, Angela Hayes, George Alexander, Nina Veres, Diane and Herb Brown, Emma Foster, Edwina Setzer, Leeley Myers, Richard Cunningham, Shirley Degenhardt, Amy Scaduto, Eugene Degenhardt, George Powers, Daniel Kehoe, Mary Pomeroy, J. P. Malherbe, Esther Connell, Margie Stumpf, Robert Simsek St. Brendan Book Club February Book Selection Grandma Gatewood s Walk by Ben Montgomery Second Tuesday of each month 6:30 p.m. Classroom B All are Welcome! Next meeting is Tuesday, February 12, 2019 NAVIGATOR S NEWS NAVIGATORS YARD SALE FEBRUARY 16TH & 17TH Our 13 th Annual Yard Sale is next month on February 16 th and 17 th. Friends of Navigators please consider down-sizing your storage spaces and cleaning out your closets and boxing or bagging the things you can donate for our upcoming Yard Sale. We welcome electronics, tools, sports gear, books, jewelry, clothes, home furnishings, small kitchen appliances, dishes, glasses, art work and other treasures. Those wishing to donate items may do so by dropping them off at Monsignor Mulligan Hall beginning February 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Courtesy pickups begin February 6 th and arrangements can be made by calling Ken Brady at (661) 917-8337. NAVIGATORS MEMBERSHIP DRIVE IS UNDERWAY Men of our parish we are always looking for new members and our recruitment campaign is underway. The Navigators are a group of men from our parish whose goal is to assist the Pastor in furthering the mission of the Community of St. Brendan. We do this by promoting the spiritual welfare of our members, performing works of charity in the community, supporting parish social and cultural activities and assisting with projects of pastoral interest. We cordially invite you to join our Men s Club. Please call our President Dennis Murphy at (313)590-3754 and he ll save a seat at the table. We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you aboard. Our next scheduled meeting will take place on Wednesday evening February 20, 2019. MORE PANCAKES COMING UP February 3 rd is our next Pancake Breakfast where you can feast on tempting pancakes and great sausage.
Page 7 PARISH CALENDAR January 27, 2019 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday January 28 10:00 am Crafty Characters Classroom A 2:00 pm Joy/Gospel Ministries January 29 11:00 am CCW Fashion Show Meeting Msgr. Mulligan Hall 1:00 pm CCW Board Meeting Classroom A January 30 12:00 pm Circle of Prayer Classroom B 2:00 pm Pinellas Hope Meal Preparation - Msgr. Mulligan Kitchen January 31 6:00pm Choir February 1 9:00 am First Friday Exposition and Adoration February 2 4:30 pm Vigil Mass February 3 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 am Masses APA EDUCATION WEEKEND February 4 10:00 am Crafty Characters Classroom A 2:00 pm Joy/Gospel Ministries February 5 1:00 pm CCW General Meeting Msgr. Mulligan Hall February 6 12:00 pm Circle of Prayer Classroom B February 7 10:00 am Pinellas Hope Meal Preparation - Msgr. Mulligan Kitchen 6:00pm Choir February 8 February 9 4:30 pm Vigil Mass February 10 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 am Masses APA CLERGY WEEKEND