U.S.A. National Circus Church The Pallottines (Society of Catholic Apostolate) 200 N. Orange Avenue, Sarasota, Florida 34236 Telephone: (941) 366-4210 Website: www.stmartha.org Facebook: St. Martha Roman Catholic Church Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - Noon & 12:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. NOVEMBER 4, 2018 Very Rev. Fausto Stampiglia S.A.C., Pastor Rev. R. Patrick Wilson, S.A.C. Rev. Wojciech Stachura, S.A.C. Rev. Jan Rykala, S.A.C. Rev. John Cao, C.R.M., Hospital Chaplain Rev. George Jerry Hogan, Circus Chaplain Rev. Deacon William Ladroga Rev. Deacon C. Patrick Macaulay Rev. Deacon Robert Gaitens Br. William Hudspeth, S.A.C. Br. Tom Flanagan, S.A.C. Br. Lawrence Skitzki, C.S.C. Sr. Cathy Bonfield, S.S.N.D. PARISH STAFF Sara Brinn, Office Manager/Parish Secretary Virginia Bray, Music Director Gina Snode, Business Manager/Bookkeeper Patricia Sileo, Director of Religious Education Teressa McCoy, Admin. Asst./Media Coordinator Sabrina Gibson, Reception/Data Entry Pamela Paulson, Reception/Data Entry Rose Ann Runnells, Sacristan Tom Patt, Sacristan Janet Cocco, Sacristan Miguel Jimenez, Maintenance Supervisor 31ST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME MASS SCHEDULE Church opens 30 minutes before each service and closes afterwards. Saturday: 7:30 a.m. & 8:30 a.m.; (Vigil) 4 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. Sunday Church: 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., Noon & 5:30 p.m. Sunday Parish Hall: 8 a.m. (Spanish): Noon (Vietnamese) Weekday: 7:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m., Noon & 5:30 p.m. Holy Day: (Vigil) 4 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.; 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., Noon, & 5:30 p.m. TV Mass Sunday, 9:30 a.m. on CW Network. Check your local listings or go to dioceseofvenice.org/tv-mass CONFESSIONS Saturday: 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.; 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. (Reconciliation Room) Sunday - Friday: 11:30 a.m. - Noon (Church Entrance) EXPOSITON OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Carosella Chapel: Tuesdays 9 a.m. - Noon; Fridays 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (The Carosella Chapel is open for quiet prayer during office hours.) STATIONS OF THE CROSS Monday through Friday at 11:15 a.m. in the Church. ROSARY & MORNING PRAYER DEVOTIONS Rosary is prayed daily following the 7:30 a.m. Mass, immediately followed by Morning Prayer. Rosary is again prayed before the Noon Mass. BAPTISM Classes are held on the 2nd Monday of each month from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Conference Room. Baptism will take place regularly every Sunday at 5 p.m. or by appointment with your choice of clergyman. ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Saturdays after the 8:30 a.m. Mass HOUSE BLESSING: Contact Sara Brinn at the Parish Office PRAYER LINE: 941-306-6503
NOVEMBER 4, 2018 PSALTER WEEK III From Our Pastor, Fr. Fausto... My Dear Friends, The Gospel today picks up the theme of the first reading and gives us the entire Biblical revelation in a nutshell: Love! Jesus answer is given to another controversy presented by a Scribe, who was concerned about the greatest of the 613 precepts of the Old Testament Law, and who was voicing the common controversy as held by devout Pharisees in Jesus time. In a sense, it does parallel the great XVII Century controversies about the type of mortal and venial sin in the actions of the Catholic faithful. Jesus answer to this sincere Scribe, willing to learn the views of the great miracle-worker, is based on two quotes, one from the Biblical Book of Deuteronomy: The Lord is one, and the other quote, from the Biblical Book of Leviticus: Love Your Neighbor as Yourself. The Scribe, well versed in the Bible, recognized immediately the admirable way that Jesus employed in adding a second place command which Jesus, although He was not asked for it, did volunteer; and note also that Jesus did not attempt to make one command subordinate to the other, and actually Jesus still accepts the gauge of loving neighbor with loving oneself; if we cannot love SELF, then we re unable to love neighbor, and ultimately GOD, because LOVE IS ONE! One of the greatest discoveries of the modern behavioral sciences is the inability of people with low self-esteem, or with destructive self-hatred, to truly engage in loving relationships, as God had already taught us in the Bible. And now we also can fully understand the celebrated praise of love in Chapter 13 of the First Letter to the Corinthians by the apostle Paul, so often employed in the nuptial ceremonies, and the magnificent poem to love in Chapter 4 of the First Letter of John: God is love, and only those who love, live in God and God lives in them. Let us resolve then, my dear friends, to keep loving beyond rejection, to be forgiving beyond hurt, and keep believing beyond evidence. As Jesus told us, let us carry everyday our cross with joy and love! Tuesday, November 6th, is Election Day: VOTE! It is our duty and responsibility in front of God. It is a well worn saying that we Americans vote our pocketbook, but we CATHOLICS should vote our conscience! We will answer God for every useless word as Jesus put it, imagine how much more important is a useless vote that we did not cast. Remember also that every right we enjoy is based on the fact that we are alive. If we are dead we have no right to vote, to get a driving license, to privacy (although our forefathers did not put such a right in the Constitution!), which means that all our rights are based on the right to life. Let us ponder God s words: I have set before you life and death, the blessing and the curse. Choose Life, then, that you and your descendants may live (Deut 30:19). Sadly, today we American Catholics are deeply divided, when the U.S. government has assailed our Catholic tenets, we did not come to Jesus defense. Please, please, at least for once in our lifetime, let us put Jesus Number One! This weekend is designated The Florida Catholic subscription weekend. I urge you to subscribe to our diocesan newspaper. For only $26 per year (in state), you will receive 24 issues of the Florida Catholic to your home, and for $20 a year you can receive the e-edition and get all three diocesan editions of the newspaper on your PC or tablet. Subscribe this weekend with the envelope in the pews. Faith-filled reading at a bargain price! Friday, November 9, we celebrate the Dedication of the Cathedral of Rome (begun by Pope Sylvester I on November 9, 324 AD) in honor of the Savior, and then of St. John the Baptist, in the land of the Lateran family, just inside the Aurelian Walls. For more than one thousand years, Popes resided there, moving into the Vatican Basilica of St. Peter in the XIV century. This original Basilica of St. Peter was opened in 330 by Emperor Constantine, enlarged in the 14th century, and again enlarged to become the largest Church in Christendom, with the consecration by Pope Urban VIII on November 18, 1626. The Cathedral of Rome is not St. Peter on the Vatican Hill, but St. John in Lateran, which is the mother, and head of all Churches of Rome and Christendom. Please pray for our Pope Francis. On Thanksgiving Day, November 22, the Knights of Columbus #3358 in Sarasota will host their annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner at the Council Hall (4880 Fruitville Rd.) at 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., for the homeless, the homebound, the lonely and anyone else who would like to enjoy a delicious wholesome meal in the company of others on this national holiday. This event is provided at no charge to the less fortunate so if you would like to make a financial donation, please make checks payable to K of C, Council #3358, and send them to the Knights of Columbus, 4880 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34232 - Attn: Grand Knight Mike Deering, Feed the Hungry. If you can make a turkey donation, please deliver it to the Council Hall by Sunday, November 18. If you would like to work the dinner, please call Chris Baer at (248) 299-9805 or email her at baerc3436@gmail.com. Today is Caritas Sunday. There will be volunteers at the doors of the Church after each Mass collecting for the poor and the needy. Not all of the snowbirds have returned for the season, please be generous again this month! With pain we associate our prayers to those of our sisters & brothers of Jewish faith, our ancestors in the faith, at this time of sorrow for them and us. It is terrible that we, in these United States, cannot enter in peace and joy into the house of God. Hatred is a terrible sin! May God free our nations of all the hatred. If we do not like what our elected officials do, remember our right to select other citizens to be our new politicians: VOTE on election day! But PRAY before you write your choice; we have to answer God on our judgement day for our choices. May the Holy Spirit of divine love help us in our choices. Smile, God loves you and so does Fr. Fausto with your St. Martha clergy: Fathers Patrick, Wojciech, Jan, John & Jerry Deacons Bill, Patrick & Robert and Brothers Bill, Tom & Lawrence & Sister Cathy
31ST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Join us in Geenen Hall Sunday morning for Pancake Breakfast! For 79 years, the Florida Catholic has brought alive the truth about our faith through educational, spiritual and inspirational stories and commentaries. From personality profiles to in-depth coverage of pro-life issues, from bishop letters to reflections on the Scriptures, the mission of the paper is to help Catholics grow in faith. For just $26 a year you will receive 24 issues delivered to your home. For $20 a year, receive our e-edition and get all three diocesan editions of the newspaper on your PC or tablet. Any level of donation support is appreciated for our ministry of Catholic news and the truth. Call toll free at 1-888-275-9953, or visit us at www.thefloridacatholic.org. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS THANKSGIVING DAY DINNER Our Lady of Victory Council #3358 will host its annual Thanksgiving dinner for the homeless, the homebound, the lonely, and anyone else who would like to enjoy a delicious wholesome meal in the company of others on Thanksgiving Day. Dinner will be served from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. In addition the Knights will donate funds to organizations that feed the hungry on a continuing basis. To make a financial donation, please make checks payable to K of C Council #3358 and send them to the Knights of Columbus, 4880 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34232- Attn: Grand Knight Mike Deering. If you wish to make a turkey donation, please deliver it to the Council Hall on Sunday November 18 th between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm. If you would like to volunteer or work the Thanksgiving event please call Chris Baer at (248) 299-9805 or e-mail her at baerc3436@gmail.com. P F P I N 2018 That the language of love and dialogue may always prevail over the language of conflict. Family Dinner Hosted by Knights of Columbus Thursday, November 8 Fr. Fausto Parish Hall Menu Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Veggie, Salad, Rolls, and Dessert All are welcome with a $5.00 donation per person. Tickets are available in parish office.
BULLETIN Email bulletinsmc@stmartha.org The dying process is a sacred time - a final season to seek closure in this life and prepare for the next in the hope of sharing in Christ s Resurrection. As you enter into this season with your friend or family member, ask God to accompany both of you. PASTOR EMAIL pastor@stmartha.org The Parish Ministries are always looking for new volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering with one or more ministries, please contact John Gearon at 941-320-4745 or johngearon@yahoo.com T W O P Sun., Nov. 4 - Daylights Savings Time Ends 7:00 a.m. Knights of Columbus Membership Drive - Courtyard 8:00 a.m. Pancake Breakfast - Geenen Hall 10:15 a.m. Religious Educa on - 2nd Floor Classrooms 11:30 a.m. Confession - Fr. Jan Mon., Nov. 5 6:00 p.m. Bible Study - Geenen Hall Tues., Nov. 6 9:15 a.m. Bible Study - Geenen Hall 6:30 p.m. RCIA Mee ng - Conference Room Wed., Nov. 7 5:30 p.m. Adult Choir Prac ce - Choir Room 6:30 p.m. Carita Mee ng - Conference Room Thurs., Nov. 8 6:00 p.m. Parish Dinner - Fr. Fausto Parish Hall 6:00 p.m. Safe Environment Class - Geenen Hall Fri., Nov. 9 - The Dedica on of the Lateran Basilica 8:00 p.m. AA (Spanish) - Geenen Hall Sat., Nov. 10 - St. Leo the Great 9:00 a.m. Confession - Fr. Fausto 9:15 a.m. Legion of Mary - Mee ng Room 9:30 a.m. Safe Environment Class - Geenen Hall 3:00 p.m. Confession - Fr. John ST. MARTHA BIBLE STUDY In The Beginning Was The Word... John 1:1 Join us in Geenen Hall Monday Evenings from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. or Tuesday Mornings from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. The Book of Genesis is our focus for this year. Study materials will be available. All are welcome to join us at any time. Be sure to bring your Bible! MARRIAGE BANNS Matthew Gerhardt & Deanna Falconetti (3) Greg Angilecchia & Brittany Wheeler (3) CHURCH OPERATING RESULTS 7-1-17 THROUGH 10-21-2018 Offertory & Other ACTUAL BUDGET DIFF Income (excludes special donations & bequests) $379,880 $384,198 ($4,318) Operating Expenses $554,276 $580,798 $26,522 Net through 10-21-2018 ($174,396) ($196,600) $22,204 2018 CATHOLIC FAITH APPEAL DRIVE Assessment ($340,000) Pledges through 10-21-2018 $287,907 Uncollected Pledges 10-21-2018 ($18,678) Deficit through 10-21-2018 ($70,771)
Together let us pray to the Virgin Mary, that she helps us...to walk in faith and charity, ever trusting in the Lord s mercy. Pope Francis St. Joseph Catholic School will host a Carnival Spectacular from Thursday, November 8 through Sunday, November 11. Enjoy games, rides and live entertainment. For more information, visit sjscarnival.org. Veterans Day Mass is being held Sunday, November 11 at 2:45 p.m., at the Sarasota National Cemetery, 9810 State Road 72/Clark Road, approximately five miles east of I-75. All are invited to attend, and active military personnel are encouraged to wear their uniform. Although the event is held in the amphitheater, you are encouraged to wear sunscreen and bring a hat. There is ample seating and parking at the cemetery. For further information, contact Gail Ardy at ardy@dioceseofvenice.org or 941-484-9543. Sugar Bowl Show of Shows will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 25 at the Venice Performing Arts Center. All proceeds will go to the Sugar Bowl Fund for families in the community who are experiencing a financial hardship. Sponsored by Catholic Charities and the local Knights of Columbus Councils, the show will feature California Surf, Incorporated - all former members of the Beach Boys. These legends of surf music have united to offer the most spectacular tribute to the Beach Boys! Tickets are $25, $30 or $40 a person and can be purchased at www.veniceperformingartscenter.com. DIOCESE OF VENICE SAFE ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM As Christian adults, we have a moral and legal responsibility and are entrusted by God with the spiritual, emotional and physical well-being of minors and vulnerable adults. As they participate in activities within or sponsored by our Diocese, it is our commitment to provide an environment which is safe and nurturing. IF YOU ARE AN EMPLOYEE OR A VOLUNTEER WHO HAS ROUTINE CONTACT WITH CHILDREN OR VULNERABLE ADULTS, YOU MUST BE TRAINED. St. Martha will offer the following classes: Thursday, Nov. 8 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10 from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. To register, please contact the Parish Office. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS OUR LADY OF VICTORY COUNCIL #3358 MEMBERSHIP DRIVE NOVEMBER 3 & 4 The Knights of Columbus will be having a membership drive this weekend, November 3 & 4. Representatives will be available after all Masses. If any Catholic men desire to become active in their community, while enhancing their faith and family, and supporting their Church, consider joining the Knights of Columbus. Contact Mike Deering at 225-0564 for more information. Mayors Feed the Hungry Program Thanksgiving Food Drive November 5 16, 2018 The Mayors Feed the Hungry Program is a coalition of charitable groups, religious institutions and service agencies, endorsed by the Mayors of: Sarasota, Venice, Bradenton, Longboat Key, North Port, and the County Commission Chairpersons of Manatee and Sarasota Counties. We are all volunteers with a desire to help people in need. Boxes will be available in the Church, Fausto Center and Parish Office from Nov. 5-16. Please share your blessings by bringing non-perishable food items, such as, canned foods, rice, noodles, dried beans, instant potatoes, etc. Trigésimo Primer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 4 de noviembre de 2018 Amarás al Señor, tu Dios, con todo tu corazón, con toda tu alma, con todas tus fuerzas. Deuteronomio 6:5 LAS LEYES DE DIOS Las leyes de Dios no intentan atormentarnos o ser una carga. Al contrario, son señales que nos guían por el sendero de la buena vida. Por lo tanto, la buena vida requiere que amemos a Dios y nos amemos unos a otros. No debemos seguir las leyes divinas por miedo a lo que pudiera ocurrir si no las seguimos, más bien verlas como un fundamento sobre el cual construir nuestras relaciones y entablar confianza con los demás y con Dios. La oración Shema de los judíos ortodoxos se basa en la lectura de hoy del Deuteronomio: Escucha, pues, Israel. Cada mañana la persona recita la oración como una profesión de amor a Dios y un compromiso de obediencia a Dios a lo largo del día. Así transmiten el amor a Dios a sus hijos, de generación en generación. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. What kind of people become priests, sisters or brothers? Are they uncommonly holy, unusually saint-like? No. They are people who make mistakes, people who aren t afraid to be human while in God s service. Are they people who can t face the competition and cruelty of the real world? No. They are people who believe that through ministry they can immerse themselves in the world and make positive changes. Are they people who don t relate well with other people? No. They are people who love others - people who find real satisfaction chatting with a 93-year-old parishioner, holding the hand of a cancer patient, listening to the troubles of a streetwise teen. They are people with the courage to touch lives, hearts and souls in a high-tech, unchurched world. ARE YOU THAT PERSON?
Mass Intentions Sun., Nov. 4 Dt 6:2-6; Heb 7:23-28; Mk 12:28b-34 7:30 a.m. [PW] All Souls 8:00 a.m. [OM] (Span/Hall) All Souls 9:00 a.m. [FS] All Souls 9:00 a.m. [PW] (Hall) All Souls 10:30 a.m. [FS] All Souls 12:00 p.m. [WS] All Souls 12:00 p.m. [JC] (Viet/Hall) All Souls 5:30 p.m. [JR] All Souls Mon., Nov. 5 Phil 2:1-4; Lk 14:12-14 7:30 a.m. [JC] Eugenio Luigia by Maria Rocca 8:30 a.m. [PW] Living & Deceased Members of Altar Society 12:00 p.m. [WS] Patricia Styer by Jim & Peg Styer 5:30 p.m. [WS] Mary J. Mahoney by Tim & Rosemary Mahoney Tues., Nov. 6 Phil 2:5-11; Lk 14:15-24 7:30 a.m. [JC] Frances Stemley by Mary Ann White 8:30 a.m. [WS] Dora Irene Massaro by The Pallottines 12:00 p.m. [PW] Kevin Crowley by St. Martha Parish 5:30 p.m. [WS] Parents of Rosario & Donna Criscuolo Wed., Nov. 7 Phil 2:12-18; Lk 14:25-33 7:30 a.m. [PW] Lungi Rosa by Maria Rocca 8:30 a.m. [PW] Maria Neuschell by Magda Neuschell 12:00 p.m. [FS] Tony Caragiulo by Anna Caragiulo 5:30 p.m. [WS] William Muir by Tim & Rosemary Mahoney Thurs., Nov. 8 Phil 3:3-8a; Lk 15:1-10 7:30 a.m. [FS] Cindy Rottkamp by Claire Collins 8:30 a.m. [PW] Milliman Family by Family 12:00 p.m. [WS] Dora Irene Massaro by The Pallottines 5:30 p.m. [FS] (L) Mary Ann & Sean White by Family Fri., Nov. 9 Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12; 1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17; Jn 2:13-22 7:30 a.m. [WS] (L) Anne Marie Lennox by Paul & Marge Lortie 8:30 a.m. [JC] Elizabeth Herman by Maria Roman 12:00 p.m. [WS] Raffalla & Sam Deluco by Family 5:30 p.m. [JC] William McGowan, Jr. by Rita McGowan Sat., Nov. 10 Phil 4:10-19; Lk 16:9-15 7:30 a.m. [FS] Catalino Parame & Alfredo Escala by Kenneth Parame 8:30 a.m. [JC] Living & Deceased Members of Legion of Mary 4:00 p.m. [PW] Iwan Kiwczak by Sabina Kiwczak 5:30 p.m. [FS] Marguerite Romaine by Gail & Fr. Robert Romaine Sun., Nov. 11 1 Kgs 17:10-16; Heb 9:24-28; Mk 12:38-44 7:30 a.m. [PW] Michael K. Graziano by William & Claire Power 8:00 a.m. [OM] (Span/Hall) Mary E. LoCicero by Paula Dendy 9:00 a.m. [JR] Eugenia Gomes by Laurie Gomes 9:00 a.m. [PW] (Hall) Nora Ferguson by Family 10:30 a.m. [FS] For All Parishioners 12:00 p.m. [WS] Manuel De Jesus Roman by Maria Roman 12:00 p.m. [JC] (Viet/Hall) Lh. Maria Thoi Tran by Gd Thuy 5:30 p.m. [FS] Lvg & Decd Members of Plouffe Family by Joe & Betty Fr. Fausto (FS), Fr. Patrick (PW), Fr. Wojciech (WS), Fr. Jan (JR), Fr. John (JC), & Fr. Oscar (OM) OUTREACH MINISTRIES Altar Servers Brian Clark 993-8526 Altar Society Janet Cocco 366-4210 Archivist Ted Cover 379-0758 Arimathean Ministry Geri Roberts 600-8479 Bethesda House Colleen McMenamin 366-1886 Catholic Charities Marisa Zorger 355-4680 Herrig Caritas (9-11 a.m., M-F) Tony Cocco, Chair 366-5620 Casa Santa Marta Debbie Greising 366-4448 Choir/Cantor Virginia Bray 366-4210 Council of Catholic Women Marcia Stokes 334-648-4328 Eucharist Adoration Parish Office 366-4210 Finance Council John J. DeStefano 306-5014 Family Ministry Gary Kerschner 961-8713 Hospitality Ministry Beth Cannata 321-2953 Jail Ministry Bob Hiniker 863-558-0407 Knights of Columbus Mike Deering 225-0564 Lectors Ed Hale 1edhale@gmail.com Legion of Mary Diane Such 993-2354 Ministries Council John Gearon 320-4745 Peace & Justice/S.U.R.E. John McGruder 953-6541 Parish Council Roland Gibson 685-1204 Prayer Line Diane Domagala 306-6503 R.C.I.A Maggie Gallucci 355-5957 R.C.I.A Sue Thompson suehome2@verizon.net Respect Life Ministry Joseph Gina 702-1700 Rosary Makers Don & Maxine Brand 755-9749 Solve Maternity Homes Peggy Kerwin 748-0094 St. M. Early Learning Center Jamie Van Dyke 366-1395 Ushers Parish Office 366-4210 EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION Parish & Homebound Pam Paulson 366-4210 Hospital Calvin Kreider 928-6995 Nursing Home Pam Paulson 366-4210 BISHOP NEVINS ACADEMY 4380 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34232 St. Martha Catholic School 953-4181 Principal: Mrs. Siobhan Young St. Mary Academy 366-4010 Principal: Mrs. Rebecca Reynolds CARDINAL MOONEY HIGH SCHOOL 371-4917 4171 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34232 IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND OUR SCHEDULED MASSES, CONTACT OUR NEIGHBORING PARISHES: St. Jude Sarasota 955-3934 Christ the King Sarasota 924-2777 Incarnation Sarasota 921-6631 Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Sarasota 755-1826 St. Patrick Sarasota 378-1703 St. Mary Star of the Sea Longboat Key 383-1255 St. Thomas More Sarasota 923-1691 St. Joseph Bradenton 756-3732 St. Michael the Archangel Siesta Key 349-4174 Our Lady Queen of Angels Lakewood Ranch 752-6770 Our priests & deacons minister to the following local facilities: The Pines, Brookdale Midtown, Magnolia, Life Care Center, Horizon Bay, Jefferson Center, Alderman Oaks, Plymouth Harbor, Sarasota Health, Springwood, Casa Santa Marta I & II, Sarasota Bay Club, Cross Breeze, Sunshine Meadows, Sarasota Point, Sarasota County Jail.