~ ~ Fr. Gilbert Medina, Pastor Fr. Ed McCarthy, Retired Fr. Kenneth Metz, Retired Fr. Andrzej Jurkiewicz, Latin Mass Celebrant Fr. Mark Christopher, Retired Rev. Mr. Marty Mueller, Deacon www.allsoulssanford.org 407.322.3795 407.322.1131 FAX Parish Office 301 W. 8th Street Hours: M-F, 8 am to 4:30 pm office@allsoulssanford.org 3280 W. 1st St. (SR #46), Sanford, FL Saturday 5:00 pm Vigil Mass Sunday 9:30 am, 11am, 12:30 pm (Spanish) Confession: Saturday, 3:35 to 4:45 pm 800 S. Oak Ave., Sanford, FL Daily Mass 8:30 am, Monday Saturday Sunday 8:00 am, 2:00 pm (Latin) The Sacrament of Reconciliation: Confessions are heard each week on Saturday at the Church (SR #46) from 3:45pm to 4:45pm or by calling the parish office to make an appointment with a priest. Learn more about this beautiful sacrament by visiting our website: www.allsoulssanford.org/reconciliation The Sacrament of Baptism: Call the parish office to learn the necessary requirements and make an appointment with Fr. Kenneth Metz to have your child baptized. Ask us about the requirements for Godparents. The Sacrament of Marriage: Getting married? Congratulations! The process of being married in the Catholic Church could take between 6 months to a year to complete. Please contact Ann Cammarata at the parish office as soon as possible after your engagement if you would like to be married at All Souls Catholic Church. Anointing of the Sick: Please call the parish office. The Rite of Anointing tells us there is no need to wait until a person is at the point of death to receive the Sacrament. Did you know that the Sacrament may be repeated if the person becomes sick again? A person should be anointed before surgery when a dangerous illness is the reason for the intervention. Eucharistic Ministry to the Sick and Homebound: If you are unable to attend Mass, please call the parish office so we may assist you in having a visit from one of our ministers or one of our priests. Catholic Funeral and Burial: Please call the parish office or have the funeral home director contact us to arrange the Funeral Mass and for more information about burial at All Souls Catholic Cemetery. Our Online Homilies: If you missed Mass over the weekend you may view the homily by visiting: www.allsoulssanford.org
All Souls Catholic Church 2 "He called them, and immediately they left their boat and their father and followed him." Peter, Andrew, James, and John's lives would never be the same. They were going about their usual business--fishing on the Sea of Galilee--when Jesus approached them and said, "Come after me." And that's just what they did. "At once they left their nets and followed him." Such a quick response to such a radical request! What compelled these men to leave their livelihood to follow the Lord? His promise to them was that he would make them "fishers of men." Perhaps they thought that promise sounded fabulous. But it seems more likely that it was Christ himself who drew the men. There must have been something utterly attractive about him, and completely trustworthy. Otherwise, it seems unbelievable that these men would have been so quick to respond to his call. This compelling man is the same Christ who calls us. We hear his voice in a different way, of course, through the Church and through the Bible, through his Spirit in our hearts, but it is nonetheless the same Jesus of Nazareth who asks us to follow him. Have we allowed ourselves to be drawn by his voice? Are we open to a real encounter with the Lord who changes lives? If our relationship with Jesus does not transform us, if it does not change us into different, better people moment by moment and day by day, then chances are that we are not truly encountering him. He is too powerful to be inconsequential. It might take some courage and commitment to come into authentic contact with the Lord, but when we do, our lives will never be the same. LPI, Inc. El punto importante de este Evangelio es que el ministerio de Juan Bautista ha terminado. Con su arresto, la tradición de los profetas del Antiguo Testamento termina. Jesús entra, inaugurando una realidad nueva, llamando a Pedro, Andres y más adelante a Santiago y Juan hijos de Zebedeo. Ellos no dudaron en seguirlo, se convirtieron en sus discípulos para proclamar el Reino de Dios que Jesús anunciaba ahora. La humanidad ahora se mueve de la oscuridad a una gran luz. Nuevas enseñanzas, nuevas curaciones para todas clase de enfermedades. Llega una nueva vida con la presencia de Dios en el mundo por medio de su Hijo Jesús. Qué podemos aprender nosotros de esta lectura del Evangelio? A qué nos mueven las lecturas, qué sentimientos nos provocan? Para vivir el misterio de Cristo en nuestra vida hay una clave y la podemos ver ahora. Todo encuentro con Jesucristo provoca una respuesta. El Evangelio de este domingo nos muestra la forma de cómo respondieron sus primeros discípulos. "Rápido y decididos". Enfocados en Jesús. Si, así, lo hicieron ellos pasando por todo durante la vida pública del Maestro. Y nosotros, cómo lo hacemos ahora? El Evangelista Mateo acierta el cien por ciento al decir que la gran luz brillando en la oscuridad es Jesús. Creo que todos hemos vivido los momentos de tensión a través del país por la violencia de policías contra la comunidad y viceversa. Sin embargo dentro de todo el problema siempre existen personas que nos conducen a esa luz que es Dios. Jesús hizo y hace la misma invitación. "Conviértanse, porque ya está cerca el Reino de los cielos" (Mt 4, 17). LPI, Inc. Secretary to Fr. Medina/Office Manager Ann Cammarata acammarata@allsoulssanford.org Receptionist Amy Scott ascott@allsoulssanford.org Hispanic Secretary Beatriz Perez De Koeneke bkoeneke@allsoulssanford.org Faith Formation Director Jenny Mansingh jmansingh@allsoulssanford.org Youth Minister Michelle Murphy mmurphy@allsoulssanford.org Director of Music & Liturgy David McGhee dmcghee@allsoulssanford.org Web site: www.allsoulsmusic.com Associate Director of Music Nancy Pfingsten associatemusicdirector@allsoulsmusic.com Phone: 407.322.7003 Business Manager Mimi Costa mcosta@allsoulssanford.org Facilities Mary Valente mvalente@allsoulssanford.org Cemetery: Contact Mary Valente at the Parish Office. All Souls Cemetery Location: Corner of 25th St. & Hardy Ave. Volunteers are an integral part of everything we do at All Souls Catholic Church and All Souls Catholic School. To create a safe environment for all volunteers and participants working with our children and vulnerable populations (the elderly, handicapped, homebound, etc.) the Diocese of Orlando, as mandated by the USCCB (United States Conference of Catholic Bishops), has instituted fingerprinting and criminal background investigation (FDLE-Level II) for all volunteers and employees, in addition to a Safe Environment Training video and test that must be completed before you can become an employee, or volunteer in an activity or ministry. This process is to be completed every five years for all those ages 15 years and older. The mission of this program is to protect children, the elderly, and the disabled and to effectively screen out current and prospective volunteers and employees who are not suitable for contact with children, the elderly, or the disabled. Should you have any questions regarding the Diocesan Safe Environment Policy, please contact our parish office at 407.322.3795. Working together we can protect our vulnerable populations. All are welcome here If you are alienated or upset, we welcome you lovingly. If you are in need of forgiveness, Jesus forgives you completely with unconditional love. If you have been hurt by the Church, we are truly sorry. If you are angry, Jesus offers you peace. If life has become burdensome, we are here to support you. We are happy you are here and want you to stay. We would like to share our lives with you. Come join us each week so we can worship God together.
The 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 3 Often people attend Mass at All Souls for several years, but never register. Registering here is a declaration of your desire to be part of a Catholic community and to make a commitment to the life of All Souls Church. Being a registered parishioner makes the process much easier when it is time for infant baptism, school or religious education registration, weddings, when asked to be a baptismal or confirmation sponsor, and even funerals. A registered parishioner receives all parish mailings, too. Church law advises that territories or boundaries no longer limit parish registration. All Souls accepts anyone who wants to share in the life of the parish regardless of where they live. In order to register, you need to complete a registration card. These may be found in the narthex of the church or chapel, the parish office during the week or online at our parish website: www.allsoulssanford.org. Why not sign up today? We Love New Members and Welcome: Cesar, Ashley & Alison Jimenez and Daisy Cruz John White Mildred Mongelli Ken & Amy Cordova Michael, Kristine, Katherine & Jacob Lowe Larry & Connie Bryan, Angelical Bryan Chaves Anthony Johnson Brett, Kristin & James Bormann Please complete and return the white registration card found in the Narthex of the Church or register online at the parish website allsoulssanford.org to ensure your official registration at All Souls Catholic Church! A very sincere and heartfelt thanks to all of our parishioners whose stewardship of treasure is offered to the parish each year. All Souls Catholic Church cannot survive without your generosity. Your financial support is truly a gift from God! If you would like a statement of your contributions made to All Souls Catholic Church during 2016, please call: Ann Cammarata at the parish office 407.322.3795 or email to: acammarata@allsoulssanford.org with 2016 Tax Stmnt in the subject line. Statements of contributions will be available to all registered parishioners (PDF email or by USPS) who give online or use offertory envelopes or contribute by check AFTER January 31st. Please note: due to postage costs to the parish we do not automatically send out offertory statements. Parishioners who only give online may print out a statement of their contributions by logging on to their account at the secure WeShare site through the parish homepage at: allsoulssanford.org. www.allsoulssanford.org Church Mortgage Principle Bal. 12/31/16 $ 1,874,910 Did you forgot your envelopes? Register for online giving today! Lost or forgotten envelopes? Do you prefer to set up automatic donations? It s easy to give online with our secure site: WeShare Visit: https://allsoulssanford.weshareonline.org Attendance: 01/15/17 5:00 pm 348 8:00 am 151 9:30 am 356 11:00 am 413 12:30 pm (Sp) 406 2:00 pm not reported Total 1674 Dear Sisters in Christ, Our CCW Weekend was a spectacular event. Holy Mass on Saturday evening, distribution of our new brochure, and then dinner for 28 at Colorado Steakhouse with our priests. Thanks be to God for them. Ladies of the Parish please plan to attend our General Meeting on February 7 at 7pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall. Terry Frana our very own Parishioner will be our Guest Speaker. Her inspiring and holy experience should be heard by all. Also, Bunko tickets will be sold after the Masses this weekend and next. Lead with your heart! Eleanor Tolley, President 407.637.2236, etolley16@gmail.com Men of the parish come join the Knights of Columbus! The council meets at 7:00 pm on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the Columbus Club of Sanford. First Tuesdays are Social meetings, and everyone is invited. Third Tuesdays are Officer and Council Business meetings and open only to Knights of Columbus. The Columbus Club officers meet at 7:00 PM on the last Wednesday of each month. For more information see a Knight after Mass or contact our Grand Knight, Ken Conrad at 407.493.0785 If you've got what it takes to go round after round, then you'll enjoy BINGO with the Knights of Columbus Council 5357. We offer three game packages plus extras, a snack bar and full meals, intermissions, and a guaranteed payout. Located in the Columbus Club of Sanford, 2509 Myrtle Ave, Sunday & Thursday night, 5:30 pm. State law requires that all persons playing Bingo must be at least 18 years of age. For more information call 407.324.3699.
All Souls Catholic Church 4 United States Department of Education National Blue Ribbon School Excellence in Catholic Education 810 S. Oak Avenue, Sanford, FL 32771 If you are considering enrolling your child in All Souls Catholic School please contact the school office for more information. Dr. Kathleen Kiley, Principal Mrs. Mary Moran, Asst. Principal Phone: 407.322.7090 FAX: 407.321.7255 Visit our website: www.allsoulscatholicschool.org All Souls Catholic School Open House January 29, 2017 Are you looking for a faithfilled academically rigorous education for your child or grandchild? Come see what the excitement is all about! ASCS is hosting an Open House for prospective families on Sunday, January 29, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Jog4Jenni 5K February 11, 2017 Mark your calendar for the 2nd Annual Jog 4 Jenni 5K on Saturday, February 11, 2017, at Fort Mellon Park, Sanford. Register Now at: https:// runsignup.com/race/fl/sanford/ Jog4Jenni5KRun. For more information CALL 407.322.7990 or visit: www.allsoulscatholicschool.org The All Souls Athletic Club presents Night Golf on Friday, January 27th at the Winter Park Municipal Golf Club. Dinner starts at 5:30 pm. Format is scramble and begins at dusk (Shot Gun start), no dress restrictions. Night Golf is limited to 36 players so don t delay if you want to participate. Please bring a flashlight. Hand carts are available (no golf carts on this course). Call Mrs. Valerie Gelovich at 407.322.7090 for details. All Funds raised will support the Athletic Program at All Souls Catholic School. Attention Students and Parents: The first session of Sacramental Preparation for First Holy Communion will be held this coming Monday, January 23 at 6:20 pm in the Historic Chapel. At least one parent must attend with your child. Attendance to these sessions are mandatory. Parents, each week during the period of the First Holy Communion Sacramental Preparation session you will find a short teaching or an assignment for you to complete with your child. This will be part of your formation and the follow-up will take place at the session immediately after. For example: The word Eucharist means thanksgiving Altar the table around which Catholics gather to celebrate the Eucharist Looking forward to seeing you this coming Monday at 6:20 pm. Jenny Mansingh, Director of Faith Formation All High School Students Join us every Wednesday Night in the school gym/ social hall ror DAWG Youth Ministry 6:45 pm Dinner 9:00 pm Feed your belly and your soul! Join us on Wednesday! ALL TEENS ARE WELCOME! Exciting News! 8th Grade High School students Join the All Souls Youth (DAWG) on our Summer Mission Trip July 16 to 22 in Charleston, SC. Reserve your place by February 1st for $45 (non-refundable deposit) Cost is $345 dates due: 2/15 $45; 4/30 $100; 4/31 $100; 6/30 $100. Please contact Michelle Murphy, Youth Minister at mmurphy@allsoulssanford for complete details. *Some financial assistance is available. Please contact Michelle if you want to attend! Read more here: http://heartworkcamp.com Following Christ takes more than simply believing in him or doing what he asks of us. Jesus wants you to be more than just a believer he wants you to be his disciple and friend. Please join our upcoming Adult Bible Study Program, Follow me: meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John beginning on Monday, February 6th and continuing to April 24th. Session times are at either 9:30 am or 6:30 pm in Suite C of the parish offices. Workbook is $17 and pre-registration is required. Follow this link for registration, payment and to connect with the facilitator: https://www.allsoulssanford.org/adult-bible-study-groups
The 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 5 www.allsoulssanford.org Readings for the Week of Sunday: Is 8:23--9:3; 1 Cor 1:10-13, 17; Mt 4:12-23 Monday: Heb 9:15, 24-28; Mk 3:22-30 Tuesday: Heb 10:1-10; Mk 3:31-35 Wednesday: Acts 22:3-16; Mk 16:15-18 Thursday: 2 Tm 1:1-8; Mk 4:21-25 Friday: Heb 10:32-39; Mk 4:26-34 Saturday: Heb 11:1-2, 8-19; Lk 1; Mk 4:35-41 Next Sunday: Zep 2:3; 3:12-13; 1 Cor 1:26-31; Mt 5:1-12a Observances for the Week of Sunday:3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: Day of Prayer for Unborn Children; Tuesday: St. Francis de Sales, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Wednesday: Conversion of St. Paul the Apostle Thursday: Sts. Timothy and Titus, Bishops Friday: St. Angela Merici, Virgin Saturday: St. Thomas Aquinas, Priest and Doctor of the Church Next Sunday: Catholic Schools Week Nuestro Grupo de Oración Jesús María y José cordialmente te invita a su reunión tradicional en Salon Social en Sanford a las 7:15 pm, comenzando con el rezo del rosario, oraciones y la adoración del Santísimo Sacramento. Todos están invitados a asistir. Our Adoration Chapel is open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 9 pm. Please plan a visit to relax and pray before our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. Before your first visit to the Adoration Chapel, please stop by the parish office for important information you need to know. "He called them, and immediately they left their boat and their father and followed him." Peter, Andrew, James, and John's lives would never be the same. They were going about their usual business--fishing on the Sea of Galilee--when Jesus approached them and said, "Come after me." And that's just what they did. "At once they left their nets and followed him." Such a quick response to such a radical request! What compelled these men to leave their livelihood to follow the Lord? His promise to them was that he would make them "fishers of men." Perhaps they thought that promise sounded fabulous. But it seems more likely that it was Christ himself who drew the men. There must have been something utterly attractive about him, and completely trustworthy. Otherwise, it seems unbelievable that these men would have been so quick to respond to his call. This compelling man is the same Christ who calls us. We hear his voice in a different way, of course, through the Church and through the Bible, through his Spirit in our hearts, but it is nonetheless the same Jesus of Nazareth who asks us to follow him. Have we allowed ourselves to be drawn by his voice? Are we open to a real encounter with the Lord who changes lives? If our relationship with Jesus does not transform us, if it does not change us into different, better people moment by moment and day by day, then chances are that we are not truly encountering him. He is too powerful to be inconsequential. It might take some courage and commitment to come into authentic contact with the Lord, but when we do, our lives will never be the same. LPI, Inc. Saturday, January 21 Richard M. Roger 5:00 pm Church People of the Parish by his mother by the Parishioners of All Souls Sunday, January 22 8:00 am Chapel Margo Shiver 9:30 am Church Edward Holland 11:00 am Church Nelson Gunter 12:30 pm Church (Spanish) Armando Perez-Leefmans 2:00 pm Chapel (Latin) Andrew & Mary Salansky Monday, January 23 Michael Lischke Tuesday, January 24 Pam Fortunato 8:30 am Andrea Kalisz by a friend by John Vetrano by Tim & Nellie Hickey by his Family by Tim Gergely by John & Joanne Lischke by Bob & Donna Palagano Wednesday, January 25 Adele Camozzi Friday, January 27 Wade Preston by Todd & Christina Kalisz Thursday, January 26 Saturday, January 28 Joseph Hai Ngo 5:00 pm Church Irene Lommerse Sunday, January 29 8:00 am Chapel Judge John Woodard by Rose Callier by Leslie Hobek by his daughter by the Lommerse Family by Marlene Alva 9:30 am Church Pablo Principe by the Principe-Miro Family 11:00 am Church Connie Robinson by Tim & Nellie Hickey 12:30 pm Church (Spanish) People of the Parish by the Parishioners of All Souls 2:00 pm Chapel (Latin) Miguel A. Terron by the Latin Mass Community Inspiration for the week - Sometimes we get so accustomed to walking in shadows and even in darkness that we forget that there is a light that can illuminate our lives more clearly. That light is Jesus Christ. Have you ever been looking for something in a dimly lit room and when someone shines a light, you suddenly find what you seek? This is how the Gospel works. At first we may not realize that we need it but then when someone shares its good news with us it all becomes clear. Jesus invites us out of darkness and calls us to come after him.
All Souls Catholic Church 6 We Are Truly Blessed: Recently, a parishioner of All Souls found a wallet and a cell phone. When she returned the items to the man she was offered a reward. She declined for herself, but asked if she could give it to SVDP for the poor. He was delighted to contribute! Great way to start the New Year! Food Pantry Needs of the Week: 1 lb. rice and boxed potatoes. Last Week: 191 items were donated with a retail value of $337. Thanks! Vincentian Reflection: In today s Gospel, we find that Jesus proclaimed the good news of the kingdom and cured the people of every disease and illness. Your gifts to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul proclaim the good news of Jesus to those who are suffering. The St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Stores of Orlando are hiring! We're especially in need of a truck driver in our Apopka Store. Please fill out an application at: svdporlando.org SVDP Assistance Hotline call: 407.330.4400 SVDP for Pick up of donations: 1.888.986.4483 Thrift Store Location: 216 N. Hwy 17-92, Suite #150 Big Lots Plaza, Longwood, 32750, Hours: Mon. to Fri.: 10 am to 7 pm; Sat. 9 am to 6 pm *Closed Sunday* Middle and High School students are invited to become a Young Vincentian and join us for a year of FAITH, FELLOWSHIP and FUN! We Love God, love the poor, love making new friends and serving God s needy. We volunteer at the Rescue Outreach Mission, serve at the monthly Grace n Grits, go bowling, play games and go on picnics! Please join us in the Church Gathering Room every 3rd Sunday of the month beginning at 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. Our first meeting will be this Sunday,! Email Corrin DelPalazzo for more information: cdelpalazzo@gmail.com Men of the parish are invited to join us each Monday morning or each Saturday morning at 6:00 am (a repeat of the Monday morning meeting), at the Knights of Columbus Meeting Hall, 2509 S. Oak Ave., Sanford. That Man is You! honestly addresses the pressures and temptations that men face, especially those relating to their roles as husbands and fathers. Contact Scott Kinser: scottkinser@gmail.com for more information. Come celebrate with Father Gilbert for his 10th Anniversary of the Priesthood August 10-21, 2017 Russian River Cruise from Moscow to St. Petersburg Cruise / Air from Orlando $4,395 per person Call: Annette Moskop for more details, 407.971.1971 Do you like to make crafts? Please join us we love new members! We will meet at the Parish Office in the Conference Room on Friday, January 27th at 6:00 pm. Bring your ideas, creativity and plan to have lots of fun! Contact Shiela Calhoun by email: stc32771@hotmail.com or call 407.927.2092 LET S STAY CONNECTED! Like and post to us on our Facebook Pages: All Souls Catholic Community All Souls Catholic Cemetery Sign-up to receive parish emails or text messages through our Flocknote service. We regularly send updates about parish activities, events, and announcements. You can sign-up to receive our email and free* text alerts by texting Allsouls to: 84576 (*Standard messaging rates may apply from your cell phone provider) Follow us on Twitter: @AllSoulsSanford Watch: Parish Media Ministry for our priest s Weekly Homily online at our parish website: https://www.allsoulssanford.org CH - New Church on SR 46; CP - Historic Chapel on Oak Ave.); SH - Social Hall; WH - White House (9th/Myrtle); SL - Science Lab; CR - Parish Conference Room; Suite C - Parish Office Suite C, upstairs; TRC - Technical Research Center; CGR - Church Gathering Room; R - Rectory, PRF Parish Office Upstairs Jan 23, 2017 Sacramental Prep., 6:30 pm (CP) Spanish Prayer Group, 7:15 pm (SH) Jan. 24, 2017 Spanish Choir, 6:00 pm (CH) Faith Formation, 6:30 pm (CP/School) RCIA, 7:00 pm (SL) Parish Choir, 7:00 pm (CH) Jan. 25, 2017 Faith Formation, 6:30 pm (CP/School) DAWG, 6:45 pm (SH) Jan. 26, 2017 Contemporary Choir, 7:00 pm (CH) Jan. 27, 2017 All Souls Crafters Mtg., 6:00 pm (CR)