SAINT RAPHAEL CATHOLIC CHURCH 770 KILBOURNE AVENUE, ENGLEWOOD, FLORIDA 34223 Office: (941) 474-9595 Religious Education:(941) 473-2359 Fax: (941) 475-5697 Web Site: www.strapheng.org E-mail: office@strapheng.org July 29, 2018 REV. MARK SCHAFFNER, O. CARM. Pastor JEAN BALMES Office Manager CONNIE FLYNN Bookkeeper JEFFREY HERBERT Director of Music RODI REYES HERNANDEZ Maintenance/Custodial Services JUDY STRANDBERG Rel. Education Coordinator STEVE VARGA Facilities Coordinator Masses Saturday Vigil Mass 4:00PM Sunday Masses 7:30, 9:00 and 11:00AM Weekday Mass 8:30AM The Rosary is prayed Monday through Saturday morning at 7:50AM, prior to the morning Mass. All are invited to participate. Holy Day Masses Vigil Mass Holy Day 4:00PM 8:30AM & 7:00PM unless noted otherwise in bulletin Parish Office *Summer Hours* 8:30AM 12:30PM Monday thru Friday Closed in the afternoon for the summer. Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions) Saturday: 9:00 9:30AM and 2:30 3:00PM Sacrament of the Sick Anointing is available upon request before surgery, serious illness and emergency at any time. Please call the Parish Office. Baptism Registration for Baptism will be held on the First Sunday of each month at the Parish Office shortly after the 11:00 AM Mass. Please call the office for an appointment. Preparation for Baptism is required for both parents and sponsors and will be available at the Parish Office on the second Saturday of each month beginning at 10:00 AM. Arrangements for and the scheduling of baptism will not take place until after the required preparations have been completed. Rite of Baptism will be celebrated after the last Mass on the last Sunday of each month. Marriage Couples who are registered parishioners must see a priest or deacon AT LEAST six months before anticipated wedding date. Do not rent a hall for a reception before your wedding is placed in the Parish Calendar. Religious Education Please call the parish office for information Parish Bulletin All articles in the parish Bulletin must be approved by the priest. The deadline is 10:00AM on Friday of the week before the date you wish to have the item run.
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 29, 2018 The eyes of all look hopefully to you, and you give them their food in due season. Psalm 145:15 READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Jer 13:1-11; Dt 32:18-21; Mt 13:31-35 Tuesday: Jer 14:17-22; Ps 79:8, 9, 11, 13; Mt 13:36-43 Wednesday: Jer 15:10, 16-21; Ps 59:2-4, 10-11, 17-18; Mt 13:44-46 Thursday: Jer 18:1-6; Ps 146:1b-6ab; Mt 13:47-53 Friday: Jer 26:1-9; Ps 69:5, 8-10, 14; Mt 13:54-58 Saturday: Jer 26:11-16, 24; Ps 69:15-16, 30-31, 33-34; Mt 14:1-12 Sunday: Ex 16:2-4, 12-15; Ps 78:3-4, 23-25, 54; Eph 4:17, 20-24; Jn 6:24-35 ST. RAPHAEL TREASURE CHEST Offertory 07/15/2018 07/22/2018 Loose: $ 2160.25 Loose: $ 1792.00 Env.: $ 4184.00 Env.: $ 4042.00 Total: $ 6344.25 Total: $ 5834.00 2018 Catholic Faith Appeal 07/02/2018 GOAL: $ 159,000 % OF GOAL: 63.19 % PLEDGED: $ 100,466.34 RECEIVED: $ 90,066.55 % of HOUSEHOLDS PARTICIPATING: 31.78 %. TODAY S READINGS First Reading When they had eaten, there was some left over, as the LORD had said (2 Kings 4:42-44). Psalm The hand of the Lord feeds us; he answers all our needs (Psalm 145). Second Reading Strive to preserve the unity of the spirit through the bond of peace (Ephesians 4:1-6). Gospel Jesus took the loaves, gave thanks, and distributed them to those who were reclining, and also as much of the fish as they wanted (John 6:1-15). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: St. Peter Chysologus Tuesday: St. Ignatius of Loyola Wednesday: St. Alphonsus Liguori Thursday: St. Eusebius of Vercelli; St. Peter Julian Eymard Friday: First Friday Saturday: St. John Vianney; First Saturday TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Last Wednesday, the greatest pilgrimage in our tradition ended with the feast of Saint James at his shrine in Compostela, Spain. Every year, as many as a hundred thousand persons walk a portion of the medieval way of the pilgrim, earning the right to wear the scallop shell symbol of this journey of faith. In legend, this city on the northern coast of Spain is the final resting place of the apostle, and the full name of the cathedral is Saint James of the Field of Stars. There is a tradition that Saint James the Great preached there. In the Roman Catholic tradition, the pilgrimage, like any procession, is a symbol, life s journey distilled, a powerful sign of our journey toward a certain goal. The perils of the road, the support of companions, the contemplative slower pace of life, have the potential to transform and renew the pilgrims in ways that last a lifetime. Along the way, the distinctions between rich and poor fall away, and everyone shares humble rustic food and stops for the night in hostels or under the stars. After a long walk, the experience of entering through the great doors into the vast cathedral filled with incense, light, and song is a foretaste of heaven. The pilgrims often say that their whole lives are redirected toward that moment of entry into the heavenly Jerusalem. The most memorable feature of the cathedral is called the botofumeiro, an incense burner on pulleys and chains that sweeps through the cathedral in immense circles, swirling clouds of sweet-smelling incense around the vast nave. Rev. James Field, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. WEEKLY MIRACLE This week marks the beginning of a kind of liturgical detour. We have been listening to Saint Mark s Gospel during this liturgical year (Year B). Today we begin to hear a long section from John s Gospel, starting with the miracle of the multiplication of the loaves and fishes. This miracle story is a prelude to the Lord s statements that we will begin hearing in a few weeks, in which Jesus refers to himself as the bread of life. Each week we witness a miracle at Mass. We do not see a multiplication of loaves before us. What our eyes of faith allow us to see is the miracle of the transformation of common elements bread and wine into the Lord s Body and Blood. Once we have received the Lord, the multiplication begins, for in the Eucharist we are strengthened to multiply our efforts to feed the poor, shelter the homeless, and bring comfort to the despairing. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.
SHARE THE JOURNEY CONTINUES The Diocese of Venice continues to promote Share the Journey, a worldwide two-year initiative of Our Holy Father, Pope Francis. This series is designed to answer questions focusing on Refugee Resettlement & serve as an aide to build bridges of reconciliation, understanding &hospitality, in keeping with the spirit of Share the Journey. Are Refugees a Burden? 1. The primary goal of the U.S. refugee resettlement program is to help provide protection to refugees and help them become self-sufficient. (Sources: U.S. Refugee Act, Code of Federal Regulations 45 400.1) 2. Within a period of 2-4 months, most refugees manage to find a stable job, send their children to school and pay taxes. One study in Cleveland found that in 2016, refugees generated a total economic impact of $88.2 million in spending that supported 1,220 jobs in the region. In addition, refugees and refugee service organizations contributed $4.5 million in taxes to the state, county, and municipal governments. (Sources: Chmura Economics & Analytics; MPI) 3. Likewise, between 2002 and 2012 refugees started 38 businesses that employed 141 locals in the Cleveland area. In addition to contributing economically, refugees culturally enrich communities and parishes with new perspectives, histories and cultures. (Sources: Chmura Economics & Analytics; MPI) STAND FIRM In time of desolation one should never make a change, but stand firm in the resolutions and decisions that guided one the day before the desolation. St. Ignatius of Loyola MARRIAGE STRUGGLING? If your marriage has become troubled and stressed, unloving or uncaring; if you have grown cold and distant; even if you are divorced or separated, or are thinking about it, no matter how bad it may be Retrouvaille can help, as it has helped tens of thousands of others. Our next program in Tampa begins Jul 27-29, 2018. For more information, call (813) 816-0711 or visit www.helpourmarriage.org, Not counseling or group therapy. All contacts and names held in strictest confidence. PERPETUAL ADORATION CHAPEL Nowhere does Jesus hear our prayers more readily than in the Blessed Sacrament. Bl. Henry Susa Epiphany Cathedral Perpetual Adoration Chapel Parishioners from all parishes are invited to participate. To schedule a Holy Hour call Jenny 441-7495. Note from Epiphany Cathedral: We are approximately two months away from completion of the Adoration Chapel. We're reaching out to our feeder parishes asking once for your support. There are 79 hours still to be filled before we can open. Even if the chapel is completed - we can't begin 24/7 Perpetual Adoration until each hour is covered by two Adorers. Any support you can give us will be appreciated. Thank you! PRAYER FOR SAFETY DURING HURRICANE SEASON O God, Master of this passing world, hear the humble voices of your children. The Sea of Galilee obeyed Your order and returned to its former quietude. You are still the Master of land and sea. We live in the shadow of a danger over which we have no control: the Gulf, like a provoked and angry giant, can awake from its seeming lethargy, overstep its conventional boundaries, invade our land, and spread chaos and disaster. During this hurricane season we turn to You, O loving Father. Spare us from past tragedies whose memories are still so vivid and whose wounds seem to refuse to heal with passing of time. O Virgin, Star of the Sea, Our beloved Mother, we ask you to plead with your Son on our behalf, so that spared from the calamities common to this area and animated with a true spirit of gratitude, we will walk in the footsteps of your Divine Son to reach the heavenly Jerusalem, where a stormless eternity awaits us. Amen.
Church Hours (Parish Center Building) Monday thru Saturday Morning doors open at 7:45AM doors close at 9:30AM Saturday Afternoon doors open at 2:30PM doors close at 5:00PM Sunday doors open at 6:30AM doors close at 12:00PM Please note: For security purposes, access to the church area will be restricted to the times listed above. Thank you for your patience and understanding. FEAST OF FAITH Penitential Act Standing together in the presence of the Lord, we acknowledge our weakness, our sins and faults and failings. But the Penitential Act is really less about our sins than it is about God s mercy. It is not a time for individual confession, like a mini-sacrament of reconciliation. It is, rather, a preparatory rite, preparing us to praise the mercy of Christ as we acknowledge our own weakness. When Simon Peter witnesses the miraculous catch of fish when he realizes who is in the boat with him he falls at Jesus feet with the words, Depart from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man (Luke 5:8). We are like Peter. The more aware of the Lord s presence we become, the more awareness we also have of our sinfulness, our weakness. The Penitential Act of the Mass takes several forms, from the traditional Confiteor or I confess to a litany, spoken or sung by the deacon or cantor with responses by the entire assembly. Corinna Laughlin, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Experienced fathers who are willing to coach rookie dads in how to take care of their family and be great fathers are needed at Pregnancy Solutions Inc..Offices in Venice, North Port & Port Charlotte. For details, contact Pregnancy Solutions Executive Director Callie Cowan at 941-408-7100. BE A WITNESS FOR LIFE Volunteer to pray outside of the abortion clinic on Olean Blvd. in Port Charlotte. Volunteers are needed to cover the extra hours so that a small group is always seen praying outside the center when it is open. Shifts are 1-2 hours long on Tues. & Wed., 2-4PM and Thurs. & Fri., 9-11AM. Please call the Volunteer Coordinator Dennis at 941-380-0025 to schedule a time. You can make a difference! CURSILLO Cursillo is a worldwide movement and within our diocese, which presents a simple way for people to live a fully Christian life. It involves a weekend experience that provides the framework for initiating a closer and fuller life in Christ. FOR THOSE WHO HAVE ALREADY EX- PERIENCED A CURSILLO WEEKEND, OUR NEXT UL- TREYA GATHERING WILL BE ON TUESDAY, AU- GUST 7 in VENICE at 6:30pm at EPIPHANY CATHE- DRAL, Soy Bldg. Room 109. An information night will be held Monday, August 13 at 6:30 pm at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice, Soy Bldg. Room 109. A second info night will be held at Church of the Incarnation in Sarasota on Monday, September 10 at 6:30 pm in in the conference building. RSVP to Nancy Marsh at 941-350-1157 or Irene at 941-726 -0368 for more information. Find out how to be sponsored for a Cursillo weekend. The next Cursillo weekends will be held in October 4-7 for men; Oct 11-14 for women at OLPH Retreat & Spirituality Center. Also, for those who are already Cursillistas, Ultreya and friendship groups are meeting regularly. Contact us. EPIPHANY SCHOOL DRAWING The July winner is Leanne Vadnais of Venice ticket # 1169. PRAYER CHAIN Please call Dorothy Seymour at 474-8904 if prayers are needed. Prayer intentions are passed on only to those who are part of the prayer chain. All information is confidential.
TO COUPLES who cannot have children of their own, you are no less loved by God; your love for each other is complete and fruitful when it is open to others. Pope Saint John Paul II s February 13, 1982 Homily. 1982 Libreria Editrice Vaticana. Used with permission CCW CLUB OPPORTUNITIES PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: Anyone who is experiencing physical or emotional distress & needs to feel the touch of God & His love may receive a blessed shawl. Call Jackie 474-7828 or Anne 460-2733. CRAFT CLUB is looking for members. Fridays 9:30am- 11am in the parish center. Info call Marianne 474-1329. WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES Couples who wish to celebrate their wedding anniversary are invited to participate in the renewal of wedding vows at the 11AM Mass on the last Sunday of their anniversary month. Please call the parish office to register. SAFE ENVIRONMENT TRAINING Any group or club that has members who have not complied with the requirements of safe environment will no longer be able to hold meetings, advertise and hold fund raisers, etc. on parish property until such time when all club/group members have complied and completed the Safe Environment requirements of the Diocese of Venice. Please note: This includes all ministries that are affiliated with St. Raphael Church, including those who meet offsite. If there are individuals who require Safe Environment training, contact the office for a schedule of training sessions. OUR PARISH IS A SAFE ENVIRONMENT committed to protecting children, youth and vulnerable adults. Report all abuse to the Florida Department of Children and Families at (800)-962-2873. To report abuse by Diocesan personnel or volunteers, call the Diocesan Victims Assistance Coordinator at (941)416-6114. For further information visit http://www.dioceseofvenice.org. ABORTION RECOVERY Do you often think about an abortion you had years ago? There is someone there to listen. Call Sylvia at 941-412- 5860 or email projectrachel@dioceseofvenice.org. All calls are confidential. See www.dioceseofvenice.org for more information about Project Rachel. CATHOLIC CHARITIES Catholic Charities "Summertime and the Giving is Easy Appeal". Help provide support, shelter, food and education to families and individuals in your community. Catholic Charities builds up the people of Southwest Florida with the courage to move beyond poverty and achieve selfsufficiency. A total of 92 cents of every dollar donated goes directly to clients. Your gift will make a positive impact! To donate, please visit www.catholiccharitiesdov.org. ST. RAPHAEL ACTIVITY CORNER Monday July 30 through Sunday August 5 Mon. 1:00PM Prayer Shawl Group Tues. Wed. Thur. 7:00PM K of C Business Mtg Fri. 9:30AM CCW Craft Group Sat. Sun. ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES The Institute for Catholic Studies. Classes are eight weeks and presented to your computer or smart device. Cost $200. For details, visit www.institute-dov.org, 941-766-7334. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES For employment opportunities in the Diocese of Venice, go to www.dioceseofvenice.org/employment. PRISON MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS No previous experience required; newcomers are paired with experienced volunteers. Contact Robert 863-558-0407. WORKSHOP TEACHERS REQUESTED Looking for married couples who are willing to teach a oneday workshop up to three times per year. Training provided. Stipend paid. Contact Kim at elsmore@dioceseofvenice.org. WITNESSING FAITH Join Bishop Frank J. Dewane for his monthly radio program "Witnessing Faith with Bishop Dewane" on the last Friday of each month at 10:30am online at RelevantRadio.com MASS INTENTIONS Monday July 30 through Sunday August 5 Mon 8:30AM Deloris Brown Req. by Maria Higgins Tues 8:30AM Joseph Consolmagno Req. by Diane Miller Wed 8:30AM In thanksgiving Req. by Dorothy Seymour Thur 8:30AM John & Eileen Durnberger Req. by the family Fri 8:30AM Patricia Consolmagno Req. by the CCW Sat 8:30PM Purgatorial Society 4:00PM Austin Burke Req. by Jim & Annie Conway Sun 7:30AM Rich Tompkins Req. by his wife Liz 9:00 AM People of the Parish 11:00 AM Deceased members of the Borja family Req. by Jim & Annie Conway Please remember in your prayers the sick of the parish and all who have gone before us in the faith.