PARISH STAFF FR. MARTINO BÁ THÔNG NGUYEN, PASTOR RICK RAFTER, DEACON PATTIE LIEBL, PARISH SECRETARY CELESTE GISH, DRE JANICE KOSEK, OUTREACH ASSISTANCE DON SMITH, CUSTODIAN PARISH STAFF EMAIL pastor@sbcatholic.com parishoffice@sbcatholic.com dre@sbcatholic.com outreach@sbcatholic.com WEB ADDRESS www.sbcatholic.com BAPTISM Please contact Fr. Martino for an appointment. WEDDINGS Please contact Fr. Martino for an appointment a minimum of four months before a possible wedding date. Whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God. --1 Corinthians 10:31 St. Boniface Catholic Church 1952 GA Hwy 21 South Springfield, GA 31329 February 15, 2015 The Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time PARISH CONTACT INFORMATION Office: (912) 754-7473 Fax: (912) 754-1201 WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE Saturday, 5 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. CONFESSIONS Saturday, 4:00 4:30 p.m. Or Upon request WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, 8:30 a.m.. Thursday, 8:30 a.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. Religious Education Sunday Mornings 9:45-10:45 a.m. When school is in session ANOINTING OF THE SICK Please contact Fr. Martino day or night if a priest is needed in an emergency.1-706-825-3032 Bulletin Deadline We welcome your contributions to the bulletin. Deadline for submission is 12 noon on Thursday
Liturgical Ministry Schedule February 15, 2015 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time Brothers and sisters, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God. --1Corinthians 10:31 Do a quick check of your priorities. Where does God rank in that list? If He s not first, you have some work to do. Putting God first in everything helps develop the attitude of I am grateful for the gifts God gave me instead of I want more. For most people gratitude leads to generosity. God's love must so permeate our motives that all we do will be for His glory. Keep this as a guiding principle by asking, "IS THIS ACTION THAT I AM DOING GLORY- YING GOD?"OR "HOW CAN I HONOR GOD THROUGH THIS ACTION?" We may be surprised how often we will find that God hasn't even been considered. This week at St. Boniface: Feb.15-Feb.21 Sunday: Mass- 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. Monday: Presidents Day-Office Closed Parish Council Meeting- 7:00 p.m. Tuesday: Mass- 8:30 a.m. CCW Mardi Gras Pancake/Sausage Supper- 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: Ash Wednesday-Office Closed Rosary 11:30 am in Church Mass-12:00 noon & 7:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Catechism lead by Fr. Martino Thursday: Mass- 8:30 a.m. Followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament RCIA- 6:30 p.m. K of C Officers meeting- 7:00 p.m. Friday: Stations of the Cross-6:30 p.m. Mass at 7:00 pm Meatless Meals served after Mass Followed by RECALL -Lead by Fr. Martino and Deacon Rick Saturday: Spiritual Gifts Workshop-9 am- 12pm -Nursery available 8:30-12:30 Reconciliation- 4:00-4:30 p.m. Mass- 5:00 p.m. Ash Wednesday- Feb. 18 12:00 p.m. AS J Bahm, C Reynolds, & G Klock EM M Bahm, R Visconti, E Pazos, & M Wills L D Curtis G Volunteer U B Russo & Y Carr 7:00 p.m. AS G Usher, L Usher, & N Stark EM Jimmy McIntosh, A Colanero, P Liebl, & P Galasco L M Imbertson G D Gadomski & D Robider U P Tanguay & R Lafond Feb. 21 5:00 p.m. AS P & K Tanguay, & K Liebl EM P & T Liebl, Don Smith, M Wills, & J Kessler L P Galasco G I& R Rohrer U C Reynolds & G Liebl Feb. 22 8:30 a.m. AS M Heyman, Lynn Duncan, & T DePace EM C & M Felipe, L Tanguay & M McCumber L J Baker G A & G Snyder U B Milne Jr & R Lafond 11 a.m. AS A & N McIntosh, & T Rafferty EM D Robider, A Seymour, M Huntley, & J Colanero L T King G G Klock & K Klock-Powell U Y Carr & R Rego Children s Liturgy Volunteer 1- M Felipe & Volunteer 2- C Felipe The Parish Office will be closed Monday, February 16 in observance of Presidents Day and on Ash Wednesday.
MARDI GRAS PANCAKE/ SAUSAGE SUPPER Please join us on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at 6:30 P.M. for our Annual Mardi Gras Pancake/Sausage Supper sponsored by St. Boniface's CCW (Council of Catholic Women). It's an all FREE and all FUN way to celebrate with family and friends before we begin Lent on Ash Wednesday, February 18.Free will donations are accepted and we will sell raffle tickets to benefit our Debt Reduction Fund. ROSARY PRAYER GROUP The Rosary Prayer Group will not meet at 10:00 A.M. on Ash Wed., 2/18/15. Instead, we will pray the Rosary at 11:30 A.M. before the 2/18/15 noon Mass in the Church. Please join us and begin your Lenten journey with this prayerful first step. The Rosary Prayer Group will resume their regular meeting time at 10 A.M. on Wed., 2/25/15 in the Faith Formation Center. Parish Penance Service St. Boniface will hold its Parish Penance Service on Wednesday, February 25, at 7:00 p.m. Five priests will be available for you to get your oil changed. Praying the Scriptures for Lent Are you wondering what to give up for Lent? How about a little time! Come and enhance your prayer life. Here is your chance to join in a deepening of your spiritual journey. During Lent for 6 weeks join us in the in the Catholic Focus room Tuesday mornings from 9:15-10:45 am. beginning February 4-March 31, for Lectio Divina, praying with the Psalms. All you need to bring is a pen, notebook paper or a small note book for journaling. Because we need a quiet environment, this is for adults and older students, please. Pre-register with Pat Walters at (912) 604-5076 Spiritual Gifts/Charisms Workshop Saturday, February 21, 2015 9:00 am- 12:00 pm St. Boniface Parish Hall All Adults Are Encouraged to Attend. Learn where you are called to serve God and discover your talents. You may be in for a surprise. This will certainly be a great learning experience and food for thought for this Lenten Season. The nursery will be available from 8:30 am-12:30 pm for parents who want to attend. Please contact Carolyn Leonard at 912-754-6841 to sign up. Parents are asked to bring a light lunch for the children. Ecumenical Dinner a Success Thank you to all the wonderful people of St. Boniface who worked so hard to make our Ecumenical dinner such a success. There was so much work involved, from the set up of the tables to setting the church back up. The church looked beautiful, the food was delicious, the cleanup was fast and thorough. -The Parish Life committee Knights of Columbus Poster Contest The Knights of Columbus annual Substance Abuse Awareness Poster Contest was announced to Faith Formation students on Feb. 8. Completed posters and entry forms must be returned by Sunday, Feb. 22. Extra poster paper (11 x 17) and forms can be found in the Education Building and in the parish hall. $25 prizes will be awarded to the winners of the various age and theme categories. Students must be 8-14 to enter the official contest, but we will also accept posters from younger students for a parish contest. Contact Bill Fogarty (754-9796) if you have questions. ANNOUNCEMENT TO SENIORS Every month, St. Boniface seniors gather for a social event, usually in the former church building, the large corner room. Watch the bulletin under the title YOUNG @ HEART EVENT. Beginning time is 11 a.m. concluding by 1 p.m., almost always and is on the 3rd or 4th Wednesday. And we ALWAYS serve lunch. So why don't you plan to join us when you can? On Feb. 25th we'll have a mystery guest, have salad for lunch ($3)and play Charades (or you can just watch and laugh). Any questions, call Emma @ 657-4888. Oh, yes, we'll need four folks to make salads.
Diocese of Savannah Bishops Annual Appeal 2015 Last week you should have received a letter and pledge card from Bishop Hartmayer. Please prayerfully consider your gift this year. The people of this parish have a history of great generosity. This year our parish goal is $23,433.00. If you have been a regular supporter of the Bishops Annual Appeal in the past, thank you, please continue that generous tradition. If you have never given to the Annual Appeal, please consider joining our parish family in keeping the Catholic Community of South Georgia alive, vibrant, Christ-centered, and responsive to the needs of God s people. Mass Intentions for the Week of Feb. 15-Feb. 21 Sunday 2/15 +Pam Weber +Betty Matzdorf Tuesday 2/17 +Eileen Neidlinger Wednesday 2/18 +Joseph Perrone Thursday 2/19 +Mark Rogers Friday 2/20 Poor Souls Saturday 2/21 Pat Neklia Your contributions for the weekend of February 8, 2015 Adult $4,703.50 Children $14.25 Debt Reduction $2052.00 Mortgage Balance $353,252.78 Bills paid last week $4,119.87 Thank you for your continuing generosity! COMPASSION AND GENEROSITY Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone, and let your hand give in proportion to your purse. George Washington CCW MEGA YARD SALE The money has been counted and CCW's MEGA YARD SALE netted $4,255.46. CCW wishes to thank all those who participated in any way: the people who donated and bought items, helped with the setup and clean up of the Church and helped with the placement and pricing of items. We also want to thank all those men and women with muscles and trucks who helped in numerous ways. We not only sold a lot of "stuff" to benefit CCW's budget, but were also able to help other groups and individuals with the following: Habit for Humanity (Restore) filled their big truck with leftover items that they will sell in their store. Manna House-Our parishioners took many truckloads of leftover items for Manna House to sell in their Thrift Shop. Mary Mistak took the leftover books to the Effingham Humane Shelter for their upcoming book sale. Lisa Ganser took the leftover picture frames to use for a Vacation Bible School project. Joe and Monica Bahm were given a big vase and some silk flowers and greenery to be used in decorating the Church. Youth Group-We gave them a leftover multi-game table for them to use on their game nights. The Church kitchen-we put some of the donated items in our Church kitchen. CCW Craft Group-Some donated items were given to this group for crafts that will be sold to benefit St. Boniface. Some of the new items that were donated will be used for future CCW events and activities. As you can see, your donations of time, talent and treasure paid off in a big way now and will continue to pay off in the future. Thank you. Charline Reynolds, Yard Sale Chairperson Janet Frazier, Yard Sale Co-Chairperson Family Promise Families are Coming The St. Boniface parish family will once again host Family Promise on the first week of March, beginning Sunday March 1. Please save the date for our ministry meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 7 PM in the education building. Family Promise makes a difference in the lives of the children of Effingham County. For more information about Family Promise, call Gerry Klock at 826-3566 or Yvette Carr at 657-5423 (evenings or weekends) or go to www.effinghamfamilypromise.org The Francis Effect: A Documentary The Francis Effect, a one-hour documentary, will air at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, on WJCL-TV in Savannah. The program, which coincides with the second anniversary of the historic transition in the papacy of 2013, takes a critical and in-depth look at how the Catholic Church is rapidly changing under the leadership and vision of Pope Francis. For more information, or to purchase the DVD, visit the Salt and Light Television website at www.saltandlighttv.org/ thefranciseffect.
From the Desk of your Servant - Fr. Martino Lent 2015 Theme: RECALL RECALL NOTICE: The Maker/Creator of all human beings (GOD) is recalling all units manufactured, regardless of make, year and models due to a serious defect in the primary and central component of the heart. This is due to a malfunction in the original prototype units, code named, Adam and Eve, resulting in the reproduction of the same defect in all subsequent units. This defect has been identified as "Subsequential Internal Non- morality," more commonly known as S.I.N., as it is primarily expressed. Some of the symptoms include: 1. Loss of direction 2. Foul vocal emissions 3. Amnesia of origin 4. Lack of peace and joy 5. Selfish or violent behavior 6. Depression or confusion 7. Fearfulness 8. Idolatry 9. Rebellion The Manufacturer, who is neither liable nor at fault for this defect, is providing factory-authorized repair and service, free of charge, to correct this defect. The Insurer/Repair Technician, JESUS, has most generously offered to bear the entire burden of the staggering cost of these repairs. There is no additional fee required. The number to call for repair in all areas is: P-R-A-Y-E-R. Once connected, please upload your burden of SIN through the REPENTANCE procedure. Next, download ATONEMENT from the Repair Technician, Jesus, into the heart component. No matter how big or small the SIN defect is, Jesus will replace it with: 1. Love 2. Joy 3. Peace 4. Patience 5. Kindness 6. Goodness 7. Faithfulness 8. Gentleness 9. Self- control Please see the operating manual, the B.I.B.L.E. (Best Instructions Before Leaving Earth) for further details on the use of these fixes. WARNING: Continuing to operate the human being unit without correction voids any manufacturer warranties, exposing the unit to dangers and problems too numerous to list, and will result in the human unit being permanently impounded. For free emergency service, call on Jesus. (Or call Fr. Martino 912-754-7473) DANGER: The human being units not responding to this recall action will have to be scrapped in the furnace. The SIN defect will not be permitted to enter Heaven so as to prevent contamination of that facility. Thank you for your attention! Your Maker/Creator - GOD P.S. Please assist where possible by notifying others of this important recall notice!! Working for God on earth doesn't pay much...but His retirement plan is out of this world! Please see the other side for details of this RECALL The Business hours of Certified Mechanics at Saint Boniface Catholic Church!
Lenten Schedule of Events Highlights: Missions Weekend of March 21-22 and Monday and Tuesday ((23-24) at 7:00pm No Mass on Fridays Mornings Mass is at 7:00pm on Fridays evening Holy Hour/Adorations with Benedictions on Thursdays Morning after mass Stations of the Cross at 6:30pm on Fridays (Mass at 7:00pm) Meatless meals at 7:30pm Adults Recall class at 8:00pm (Lead by Father Martino and Deacon Rick) Feb 18: Ash Wednesday Mass: 12:00pm and 7:00pm with Catechism by Fr. Martino at 6:30pm Feb 20: 6:30pm Stations of the Cross 7:00pm Mass 7:30pm Meatless meal 8:00pm RECALL Feb 24: 9:00am LECTIO DINIVA/Prayer (Lead by Pat Walters) Feb 25: 7:00pm Reconciliation - OIL CHANGED!!!! Feb 21: 9:00am-12:00pm Spiritual Gifts and Charisms (Lead by Carolyn Leonard) Feb 27: 6:30pm Stations of the Cross 7:00pm Mass 7:30pm Meatless meal 8:00pm RECALL Mar 3: 9:00am LECTIO DINIVA/Prayer (Lead by Pat Walters) Mar 6: 6:30pm Stations of the Cross 7:00pm Mass 7:30pm Meatless meal 8:00pm RECALL Mar 10: 9:00am LECTIO DINIVA/Prayer (Lead by Pat Walters) Mar 13: 6:30pm Stations of the Cross 7:00pm Mass 7:30pm Meatless meal 8:00pm RECALL Mar 17: 9:00am LECTIO DINIVA/Prayer (Lead by Pat Walters) Mar 20: 6:30pm Stations of the Cross 7:00pm Mass 7:30pm Meatless meal 8:00pm RECALL Mar 21-22: Fr. Francis Higgins Preaches at all mass MISSION - REACALL Mar 23: 7:00pm Mission (RECALL) talk (Fr. Francis Higgins) Mar 24: 7:00pm Mission (RECALL) talk (Fr. Francis Higgins) Mar 24: 9:00am LECTIO DINIVA/Prayer (Lead by Pat Walters) Mar 27: 6:30pm Stations of the Cross 7:00pm Mass 7:30pm Meatless meal 8:00pm RECALL Mar 31: 9:00am LECTIO DINIVA/Prayer (Lead by Pat Walters) Holy Week Schedule Apr 2: 7:00pm -Holy Thursday Service Adoration of the Holy Eucharist until midnight- 11:45pm Night Prayer (lead by Fr. Martino) Apr 3: 6:30pm- Stations of the Cross 7:00pm- Good Friday Service Apr 4: 8:00pm- Easter Vigil Receive the Candidates into FULL COMMUNIONS with the Church! Apr 5: 8:30am- EASTER MASS Alleluia HE has RISEN!!! 11:00am- EASTER MASS Alleluia HE has RISEN!!! There are 50 Books and 50 CDs entitled Confessions of the Mega Church Pastor by Allen Hunt (Formal Megachurch pastor) who had discovered the HIDDEN TREASURES of the Catholic Church! They will be available in the back of the church Ash Wednesday Take one per family!!! Read it Listen to it!!! You will find the SAME TREASURE he did! Share with others! After you finished please return to the back of the church so others can listen/read as well!
SAVANNAH DIOCESAN COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN RETREAT Taste & See What Are You Seeking This Lent? During this Lenten retreat you will experience God reaching out to you and find yourself reaching out to Him. You will hear God asking... "What do you want me to do for you? Through great talks, a dyad, labyrinth experience, and Tai Chi, you will leave knowing the goodness of the Lord. DATE and TIME: March 14, 2015 Saturday: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. LOCATION: Villa Marie Center 6 Dolan Drive Savannah, GA 31406 (912) 201-4048 WHO SHOULD ATTEND All women are welcome, including non-catholics Fee: Registration $15 to cover cost/ lunch provided REGISTRATION & CONTACTS: Register two ways: To register: Mail checks In care of SDCCW to Geraldine Klock, SDCCW Treasurer 112 Crystal Drive Rincon, Georgia 31326 Indicate: Taste and See Retreat and phone number on checks. To register: Contact local Council of Catholic Women Presidents, Deanery and Affiliate Parish Presidents and members for registration information, check for forms in the narthex and bulletins for announcements. For further information contact Dr. Eleanor Willingham, SDCCW Spirituality Commission chair 706-414- 4404, settingfoundations@gmail.com. FYI: Brief description of the retreat: SPONSORED BY: Savannah Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Coordinated by: Dr. Eleanor Willingham, SDCCW Spirituality Commission Chair and Yvette Carr, former SDCCW President, and presenters THEME: Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord as God reaches out to you and you reach out to God. Ref. Story of Bartimaeus with the question, "What do you want me to do for you?" Villa Marie Center is located on 29 acres of pristine deep water acreage on Isle of Hope; available for spiritual development, breathtaking inner views of one s self, family and parish recreation and celebrations as well as, summer camps for children. The facility is amid beautiful natural settings making it perfect for group retreats. PRESENTERS: Bishop Boland Sr. Pat Thompson presentation, Sr. Donna Loeper and Sr. Jackie Griffith (Labyrinth and Tai Chi) inspiring spiritual experiences and movement activities ACTIVITIES: Inspirational theme selected music, Scripture Reading, Presentation: Taste and See, Dyad sharing, Labyrinth DVD, Tai Chi outdoor activities, Chapel, quiet meditative walks, prayer and reflection time, lunch
WE WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME ANY NEW PARISHIONERS AND ENCOURAGE YOU TO REGISTER WITH THE PARISH. REGISTRATION FORMS ARE LOCATED IN THE CHURCH ON THE STAND IN FRONT OF THE CONFESSIONAL. OR YOU MAY STOP BY THE PARISH OFFICE AND REGISTER MONDAY-FRIDAY 9 AM-3:30 PM. Faith Formation News Celeste Gish-DRE- 912-754-1432 Class times: 9:45 am to 10:45 St. Boniface Youth Formation Meets Wednesday evenings from 7:00-9:00 p.m. and Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:45 am in the Annex next to the rectory. All students 7-12th grade are welcome to attend. Catholic Focus Immediately after 8:30 a.m. Mass each Sunday (9:30 a.m.), adults of all ages meet in in the Education Building in the Catholic Focus classroom. We study and discuss how to apply the scriptures from the Masses to our daily lives. Classes are led by dedicated Catholic Catechist Disciples. We encourage you to become part of this loving group. You will not regret it! So just visit with us and see for yourself! Now Available Sunday Mornings 8:15 am -12:30 p.m. The nursery will be available upon request on Friday evenings during Lent from 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Please contact Sarah Harrison by Wednesday evening to request the nursery at 828-699-5155. Alex Arrietta Joy Austin Joyce Baker Richard Bender Jim Brado Christy Brazwell Grandma Carter Nancy Dotson Dan Gonzales George Gonzales Ava Lynn Gobrogge Sarah Gobrogge Glenn Harmon Frank Hester Carson Hollis Pat Kavanaugh Amber Kaderbek Ron & Myrt Kuster Tim Kyle Brenda Liebl Vince & Sandra Mackey Ramon & Maria Mancieas Pat Neklia Peter Osella Michelle Paoli Eileen Proveaux Angel Smith Phyllis Smith Jack Stein Barbara Strickland Ed Talick Olive Tebbetts Burr Tolles Gary Wilks Hannah Wiedemann Linda Wright Maj. Brian Healy, USAF, TSgt Brian A. Lafond, Sgt. Clayton Emanuel Holloway, SFC Shawn Brown, SSgt. Ryan Peters, LSSN Jonathon Benson King, Capt. Thomas Naldrett, Sgt. Steven Liebl Want To Advertise Your Business? St. Boniface is still accepting business cards to advertise in our weekly bulletin. Forms are located in the church or online at www.sbcatholic.com. Questions? Call Pattie in the Parish Office for more details. Post Office Box 392 Springfield, Georgia 31329 Yvette D. Carr USA Travel Consultant tel 912.754.5573 fax 912.754.5583 ycarr@bumsworldtravel.com