ST. MICHAEL CATHOLIC CHURCH P.O. Box 6310 Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 corner of North Fourth & Broome Streets 904-261-3472
FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER APRIL 24, 2016 TRUE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY Can you imagine a world such as the one put before us in today s scripture readings? Communities of believers everywhere would support and encourage one another and be identified as Christians by the way they love each other. It would be a world with no tears, no death and mourning, no crying out in pain. Behold, I make all things new, we hear the Son of God say in the second reading from the book of Revelation (21:5). Is this world of John s vision only imaginary? Are these faithful followers for whom Jesus prayed only a savior s dream? Today they are put before us as a worthy goal. How much closer can we come to this vision of a true Christian community in our lives today TODAY S READINGS First Reading Paul and Barnabas continue their travels, spreading the faith and unifying the churches (Acts 14:21-27). Psalm I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God (Psalm 145). Second Reading John s vision of God dwelling with the human race (Revelation 21:1-5a). Gospel As Jesus has loved us, so we must love one another (John 13:31-33a, 34-35). READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: 1 Pt 5:5b-14; Ps 89:2-3, 6-7, 16-17; Mk 16:15-20 Tuesday: Acts 14:19-28; Ps 145:10-13ab, 21; Jn 14:27-31a Wednesday: Acts 15:1-6; Ps 122:1-5; Jn 15:1-8 Thursday: Acts 15:7-21; Ps 96:1-3, 10; Jn 15:9-11 Friday: Acts 15:22-31; Ps 57:8-10, 12; Jn Saturday: 15:12-17 Acts 16:1-10; Ps 100:1b-3, 5; Jn 15:18-21 Sunday: Acts 15:1-2, 22-29; Ps 67:2-3, 5-6, 8; Rv 21:10-14, 22-23; Jn 14:23-29 CHURCH Church in Greek means convocation, or assembly in Latin, because all are called to be members of it. St. Isidore TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION The French Revolution swept the church in France away in an astonishing way, stripping the nation of every possible vestige of the faith, not merely shuttering churches, but using them as staging areas for pagan raves and romps. While millions of faithful simply went underground and hung on for the ride, even the seven-day week was demolished along with the names of the months. What emerged from the chaos was the Napoleonic Code of 1792 governing church life, and therefore marriage law in France, French Canada, and elsewhere. The code makes civil marriage mandatory for all citizens. In practice, when the faithful marry, they go first to the City Hall. There, the mayor performs the civil marriage, usually accompanied by a patriotic speech about the duties of the citizen, particularly in the rearing of children. Then, typically after a lunch, everyone goes off to change into more festive attire for the wedding liturgy, featuring consent, the exchange of rings, and the nuptial blessing. Sadly, only a minority of citizens today celebrate even the civil form of the rite, and a fraction of those continue on to the church. For those who do celebrate the liturgy of marriage, however, there is near certainty that the spouses are active worshipers, and that they will later present their children for baptism.
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Fifth Sunday of Easter; Julian Calendar Palm Sunday Monday: St. Mark Wednesday: Administrative Professionals Day Thursday: St. Peter Chanel; St. Louis Grignion de Montfort Friday: St. Catherine of Siena; Arbor Day; Julian Calendar Good Friday Saturday: St. Pius V SHRIMP FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED St. Michael Men s Club is asking for volunteers from the Parish to join us at our annual Onion/Pepper Peel & Cut Event in preparation for the St. Michael Men s Club Food Booth at this year s Shrimp Festival. The peel & cut event will be held Wednesday, April 27th, between 4:30pm 6:30pm at our Parish Hall. Please bring your favorite knife and cutting board and join us for this annual gathering of Parishioners. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, contact Don Cacciola: doncacciola@comcast.net. Thank you. We will be signing up volunteers after all Masses to work at our Food Booth from Friday, April 29th thru Sunday, May 1st. VBS June 13 17 th 6 pm 8:15 pm. Preschool VBS is available for 3, 4 and 5 year olds who have not completed K. Grades K (if completed) to 6 grade Why do we have VBS? Many wonderful things happen at VBS when a child is immersed in discovering more about Christ. A child will understand more about his or her own faith journey, more about Scripture and prayer and the Church, and more about what it means to live a life of discipleship. This is true also for all those involved in the planning and participating as adults. We are looking for parishioners who would like to help with the numerous tasks that need to be done. Please give Lori a call at the parish office or email at lkennedy@stmichaelscatholic.com if you would love to be a part of this wonderful week! ST. MICHAEL ACADEMY GOLF OUTING Join us for the 12 th Annual St. Michael Academy Golf Outing on Friday, May 27 th at Long Point Golf Club. This year we are celebrating the life of Trinity Hoblit and part of the proceeds will go to establish a scholarship in her name. You can contact our registration coordinator Andy Godek: 904-583-7028 or andrewgodekatc@yahoo.com with any questions. Tickets for the golf dinner are also available for $60/person. Bring your spouse and enjoy a wonderful evening supporting St. Michael Academy! Faith + Excellence = St. Michael Academy Now enrolling VPK students for the 2016-17 school year. Call 904-557-9870 to schedule your tour today! St. Michael Academy is located in Historic Fernandina Beach. VPK is a free prekindergarten program for 4-year-olds who live in Florida and were born on or before Sept. 1 each year. PROTECTING GOD S CHILDREN CLASS All parishioners who are working in a ministry with vulnerable adults or with children, or plan to become involved, are required to take Protecting God s Children. There is a class being offered on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 6:00 pm in the Raphael room in our parish hall. There is no charge, but you must register at www.virtus.org in order to attend. Any questions, please call Lori 261-3472.
GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS OFFERING! Registered Families 1613 April 17, 2016 Offertory $15,397.39 Children s Collection 43.00 Debt Reduction 2,155.00 On Line Giving 1,931.00 On Line Debt Reduction 425.00 The SECOND COLLECTION next weekend will be for Catholic Home Missions Appeal. BAPTISMS Our next baptism class will be Thursday, May 26th at 6:30pm in parish office, 505 Broome Street. If you have a child/children to be baptized, it is mandatory that the parent(s) attend a class, and recommended that the godparents attend one if possible. I you plan to attend or have any questions, please call the parish office, 904-261-3472. You must be a registered member of St. Michael for at least 6 months prior to your child s baptism. Sat. Apr. 23 (5pm) Pat Stores by Bob Stores Sun. Apr. 24 (8am) Cy Yelk by Jane McCormick Sun. Apr. 24 (10am) Jack Crowley by the family Sun. Apr. 24 (12noon) Parishioners of St. Michael Mon.Apr.25(8:30am) Ruth Ann Petree by Sean & Mary Maguire Tues. Apr. 26 (6pm) Don Koegh by Kevin & Maureen Conboy Wed.Apr.27(8:30am) George Matty by the Matty family Thurs.Apr.28(8:30am)Gene Partain by Kevin & Maureen Conboy Fri. Apr.29(8:30am) Tom Martin by Mariela Martin Sat. Apr. 30 (5pm) Sun. May 1 (8am) Sun. May 1 (10am) Edward Velazquez by Ed Jr. & Anne Velazquez Bob Mangold by Patrick & Suzy Sabadie Margarita Duenas Matagolai by the family Sun. May 1 (12noon) Parishioners of St. Michael Please pray for the sick and all requests in our Prayer Request Book. Please pray for the repose of the soul of Ronnie Peterson, son of parishioners, Hydie & Rhonda Peterson. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. CONGRATULATIONS TO ST. MICHAEL ACADEMY SECOND GRADERS We thank our St. Michael second grade students who saved their allowances, and did extra chores, to earn money to donate to the Salvation Army Hope House Interfaith Dinner Network (IDN) who provide dinners to those less fortunate. At the school Mass last Wednesday, they presented Mr. Steve White a check in the amount of $600.40. We are inspired with their sacrificial generosity. Small acts lead to bigger acts that benefit others.
ST. MICHAEL CATHOLIC CHURCH Corner of North Fourth & Broome Streets P.O. Box 6310 Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 Parish Office - 505 Broome Street - Phone - 904-261-3472 Fax - 321-1901 Email: smjdean@bellsouth.net ALL EMERGENCIES: 904-277-6566 Website: www.stmichaelscatholic.com Rev. Jose Kallukalam, Pastor Visiting Priest: Rev. Gerard O Shea Deacon Art Treadwell Saturday Vigil Mass: Sunday Masses: Confessions: Saturday: Daily Masses: Holy Days Vigil: Holy Day MASS SCHEDULE 5:00 pm 8:00 am 10:00 am 12:00 noon 4:00-4:45 pm or by appointment 8:30 am Mon., Wed., Thurs., & Fri. 6:00 pm Tues. 6:00 pm 8:30 am & 6:00 pm MINISTRY TO SICK & HOMEBOUND Weekly visits and monthly Communion Services are held at Savannah Grand, Quality Health Care and Jane Adams House. Visits by Priest or Extraordinary Minister can be arranged by calling 261-3472. MATRIMONY Marriage preparation for couples who wish to be married in a Catholic ceremony must meet with their parish priest at least eight months prior to the wedding date. R.C.I.A. For those seeking to learn more about the Catholic faith, call 261-3472. RELIGIOUS FORMATION Classes are available for grades 1 8. Sacrament preparation is available for Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation. Call the parish office, 261-3472. YOUTH MINISTRY Walt Edwards: 491-0180 MUSIC DIRECTOR Denise Ziegler: 654-3855 ST. MICHAEL ACADEMY Pre-K Grade 8 Principal Jackie Stewart Call 321-2102 for information Email: smacad@smacad.org Website: www.stmichaels-academy.org St. Michael Catholic Church Mission Statement We are the body of Christ at St. Michael s Parish, called to: Gather for Worship, Celebrate the Paschal Mysteries, Preach the Gospel, Minister to Others, Be Witnesses to the World.