SCHOOL OFFICE
5111 Webb Rd. Tampa, FL 33615
Ph. 813.884.4502
Fax: 813.885.3734 | www.icstampa.org
PARISH OFFICE
Hours: 9am - 4pm
5124 Gateway Dr. Tampa, FL 33615
Ph. 813.885.7861 | www.icctampa.org
I pray these lines find all doing well and enjoying this cooler weather. It’s just a nice change, after all, we do live in Florida, and it will be 98 degrees day after day soon enough.
The readings this weekend are, filled with different topics to write and preach about. I will write about the second reading because we hear something which I use at funeral homilies all the time. “Eye has not seen, and ear has not heard, and what has not entered the human heart, what God has prepared for those who love him.”
I use this passage in funerals specifically because the reality of how amazing Heaven will be gets paled by the loss of the loved one, and I can certainly understand that. What this phrase is relaying is that we can not even begin to comprehend what Heaven will be like because we simply do not have the ability nor capability to fathom what is waiting for us on the other side. Our minds do not even have the information required to get a sense of Heaven. A very poor example of this would be someone who has no knowledge of Disney going to Disney World.
The kernel of truth I want to leave you with is – picture what Heaven would be for you, go crazy, the sky is the limit. With whatever you thought of it will be at least 100 times better than even that. Although I love this life and am waiting my turn, I look forward to Heaven. I pray you do too. God Bless! Love, Fr. Mike
CLERGY
Rev. Michael Cormier, Pastor
Rev. Michael Owen, Parochial Vicar Deacon Ramon Rodriguez
Deacon Matt Shirina
Deacon Jim Minary
STAFF
Facility Manager - Arnie Fernandez facilitymanager@icctampa.org
813-486-1612
Parish Secretary - Hilda Lyons office@icctampa.org
813-885-7861
Parish Secretary - Laverne Lawrence office@icctampa.org
813-885-7861
Bulletin Coordinator - Monica Windmiller bulletin@icctampa.org
813-885-7861
Director of Music - David Funes musicdirector@icctampa.org
813-885-7861
Director of Faith Formation - Deacon Matt Shirina dff@icctampa.org
813-884-3624
Religious Education Ministry - Judy Licari reled@icctampa.org
813-884-3624
SCHOOL OFFICE
www.icstampa.org
Ph. 813.884.4502
Principal - Ms. Alina Lopez
MASS SCHEDULE
Monday through Friday: 7am
Saturday: 9am & 4pm (Vigil)
To Request Your 2022 Contributions Statement please Email: office@icctampa.org and include your name, telephone number and envelope number in the email. or Call the Parish Office at 813-885-7861.
Envelopes may be picked up in the parish office
Monday - Thursday. Please call the parish office at 813-885-7861 or email offfice@icctampa.org stating your name, phone number and the date you will pick up your envelopes.
Sunday: 7am, 9am & 11am, 1pm (Spanish)
MISAS EN ESPAÑOL: Domingos a la 1pm
CONFESSIONS/ CONFESIONES:
Saturdays - 2:30pm to 3:30pm in Church or by appointment
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Every 1st Friday following the 7am Mass until 10am. Also every Monday evening between 7pm & 8 pm conducted by the Deacons of Incarnation Parish.
SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME FEBRUARY 12, 2023
PRAYER LIST
SUNDAY - FEBRUARY 12 – SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
7:00 A.M. People of Incarnation
9:00 A.M. + Jose R. Abellana
11:00 A.M. + Rivera family
1:00 P.M. + All Souls in Purgatory
MONDAY - FEBRUARY 13
7:00 A.M. (SI) Valerie
TUESDAY - FEBRUARY 14
7:00 A.M. + Jimmie Midulla
WEDNESDAY - FEBRUARY 15
7:00 A.M. + Maritza Hernandez
THURSDAY - FEBRUARY 16
7:00 A.M. (SI) Bentley Rockwood
FRIDAY - FEBRUARY 17
7:00 A.M. + Leonidas Lopez
SATURDAY - FEBRUARY 18
9:00 A.M. (SI) David Rumpf Jr.
4:00 P.M. (SI) David Rumpf Sr.
SUNDAY - FEBRUARY 19 – SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
7:00 A.M. + Giovonni Cuervas
9:00 A.M. People of Incarnation
11:00 A.M. + Maria Socorro A. Blanco
1:00 P.M. + Daysi Pire
SACRIFICIAL GIFTS OF TREASURE
OFFERTORY is used solely for the operation and maintenance of the parish. Offertory Donations………..…......$10,336.14
Online Giving……………………...$ 4,221.00 Offertory Total………………......$14,557.14
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading: No one does he command to act unjustly, to none does he give license to sin. (Sir 15:20)
Psalm: Blessed are they who follow the law of the Lord! (Ps 119)
Second Reading: Rather, we speak of God’s wisdom, mysterious, hidden, which God predetermined before the ages for our glory. (1 Cor 2:7)
Gospel: “I tell you, unless your righteousness surpasses that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven.” (Mt 5:20)
Please pray for those who are suffering from illness in our parish. Prayer list names remain on the prayer list for 3 months. If you would like to add, remove or update a name call the parish office at 813-885-7861or send an e-mail to bulletin@icctampa.org.
Donna Dwinell
Dolores Hartman
Roland Hiltz
Christine Hyde
Leslie Kennedy
Erin King
Thelma Lois Lau
Marcella Larez
Carmen Pierce
Janet Potter
Gabriel Rivera
Nancy Shirina
Dolores Skanks
Michael Skourellos
Kathleen Stachowiak
Erick Steinmetz
Christian Alexander
Nora Alonso
Celia Arrazola
Sember Baez
Robert Carney
Luke Curtis
Ana Marcicano
Teresa Martinez
Sylvia McCleave
Jhoan Michael Meja
Conner Mills
Alicia Munoz
Ivy Valdes
Ramon Valdes
Catalina Viera
Naomi Ward
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY
1LT Dillon C. Browne
PV2 Chad Michael Burgess
PV2 Angelique Burgess
SGT Damian Patrick Bumm
SSGT Jasmin S. Chan
SSGT Christina Costa
Marine Amir Cris
USCG LT. Andrew Ellis
USCG LTJG Patrick Ellis
SFC Michael Haley
SGT Timothy Haley
CPL Michael K. Lam
SSGT Noel C. Marcano
SRA Brett Masser
LC George Mike
CG Tyler Reyes
C Louis Ruscetta
SN Ryan Schultz
2LT Brandon Shively
SPC Jason Seal
Daniella Alexandra Serrano
SRA Aaron Wilson
For your donation of flower arrangements for our church. 11234 W. Hillsborough Ave. Tampa, FL 33635 | (813) 818 - 9600
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
10/Ps 29:1a and 2, 3ac-4, 3b and 9c10/Mk 8:14-21
Wednesday: Gn 8:6-13, 20-22/Ps 116:12-13, 14-15, 18-19/Mk 8:2226
Thursday: Gn 9:1-13/Ps 102:16-18, 19-21, 29 and 22-23/Mk 8:27-33
Friday: Gn 11:1-9/Ps 33:10-11, 12-13, 14-15/Mk 8:34—9:1
Saturday: Heb 11:1-7/Ps 145: 2-3, 4-5, 10-11/Mk 9:2-13
February 24,2023
March 3, 10, & 17, 2023
4:30pm - 7:30pm
St. Michael’s Hall
24 de Febrero de 2023
3, 10, & 17de Marzo de , 2023
4:30pm - 7:30pm
Salón San Miguel
$13.00 Adults
$6.00 Children (7 and under)
Selection of Menu:
FRIED FISH, FRIED SHRIMP, OR COMBINATION OF FRIED FISH, AND FRIED SHRIMP INCLUDES, COLE SLAW, FRENCH FRIES AND ROLL
Sponsored by Incarnation Council of Catholic Women
$13.00 Adultos
$6.00 niños (7 y menores)
Selección de Menú:
PESCADO FRITO, CAMARON FRITO, O COMBINACIÓN DE PESCADO FRITO, Y CAMARONES FRITOS INCLUYE, ENSALADA DE REPOLLO, PAPAS FRITAS
PATROCINADO POR EL CONSEJO DE LAS MUJERES CATÓLICAS DE LA ENCARNACIÓN
SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME FEBRUARY 12, 2023
Regulations on Fasting and Abstinence
The dual disciplines of fasting and abstinence have a long history in the Catholic Church. Going back to the early Church, the purpose behind the custom of self denial is not punishment; it is to simplify our lifestyles so that we create a certain emptiness. In this way, freed from all distractions, we are able to hear and respond to God’s continued call to conversion and holiness.
♦ Fasting is to be observed on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday by all Catholics between the ages of 18 to 59 years (inclusive). On days of fasting, one full meal is allowed. Two smaller meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken according to one’s needs, but together they should not equal another full meal. Eating between meals is not permitted, but liquids are allowed.
♦ Abstinence from meat is to be observed by all Catholics who are 14 years of age and older. Ash Wednesday, all the Fridays of Lent, and Good Friday are days of abstinence.
Note: If a person is unable to observe the above regulations due to ill health or other serious reasons, they are urged to practice other forms of self denial that are suitable to their condition.
Fasting, almsgiving, and prayer are the three traditional disciplines of Lent. The faithful and catechumens should undertake these practices seriously in a spirit of penance and of preparation for baptism or of renewal of baptism at Easter.
Ash Wednesday Mass Schedule
February 22, 2023
7:00AM, 8:30AM, 12:10PM, 6:00PM - (Spanish) & 7:30pm
Easter Egg Hunt
Save the date!
April 9th, 2023
12:00pm-2:00pm by the pavilion
A wonderful way to celebrate the rebirth of our savior is with the Egg Hunt. An event sponsored by the Incarnation Council of Catholic Women. Always a success with the children, their families, and our parishioners. Lots of food, games, prizes, music, and entertainment. A guaranteed fun time
SUPER BOWL WEEKEND
FEBRUARY 11 AND 12, 2023
SPONSORED BY INCARNATION COLUMBIETTE AUXILIARY # 8612
* CUBAN SANDWICH/BAG OF CHIPS
* FRIED CHICKEN WINGS
* BBQ CHICKEN WINGS
BAKE SALE - HOMEMADE ITEMS
50/50 DRAWING $$$ ST MICHAEL’S HALL
SATURDAY 2/11/23 4:30pm - 6:30pm
SUNDAY 2/12/23 8:30am - 3:00pm
SANDWICH/CHIPS $ 10.00
CHICKEN WINGS $ 10.00/10 WINGS
$ 20.00/20 WINGS
TO PLACE YOUR ORDER, PLEASE CONTACT: Alma Shamblin 813-294-4373 or afshamblin@aol.com
Director of Faith Formation
Deacon Matt Shirina dff@icctampa.orgReconciliation was beautiful yesterday. Our kids and parents were wonderful. We will continue, now, to prepare them for First Holy Communion. Please keep them in your prayers.
Reminder for our Confirmandi, the next mandatory workshop is Wednesday February 15th. Please sign in at the Church. We will begin there at 6pm for Confessions and then go to St. Michael’s Hall as a group.
There is no Faith Formation classes on Sunday, February 19th We will resume on February 26th. Please remember that February 22nd is Ash Wednesday check the bulletin for Mass times.
7th and 8th Graders: You are invited to join us in St. Michael’s Hall on Wednesday, February 15th at 6:30pm for youth group. Permission slips are required. We have them in the Faith Formation Office, or they can be filled out Wednesday so bring a parent in when they drop you off. Please Sign up at https:// www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F45A8A729A7FEC70-youth or call the Faith Formation Office to let us know you will be there 813-8843624.
La reconciliación fue hermosa ayer. Nuestros hijos y padres fueron maravillosos. Continuaremos, ahora, preparándolos para la Primera Comunión. Por favor, manténgalos en sus oraciones. Recordatorio para nuestro Confirmandi, el próximo taller obligatorio es el miércoles 15 de febrero. Por favor, regístrese en la Iglesia. Comenzaremos allí a las 6:00 pm y luego iremos a St. Michael's Hall como grupo.
No hay clases de Formación en la Fe el domingo 19 de febrero. Reanudaremos el 26 de febrero. Por favor, recuerde que el 22 de febrero es el Miércoles de Ceniza. Consulte el boletín para conocer los horarios de misa.
Estudiantes de 7º y 8º grado: Están invitados a unirse a nosotros en St. Michael's Hall el miércoles 15 de febrero a las 6:30 pm para el grupo de jóvenes. Se requieren permisos de permiso. Los tenemos en la Oficina de Formación en la Fe, o se pueden completar el miércoles, así que traiga a un padre cuando lo dejen. Regístrese en https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F45A8A729A7FEC70-youth o llame a la Oficina de Formación en la Fe para informarnos que estará allí 813-884-3624.
LicariSociety of St. Vincent de Paul – Food Pantry Request
The food pantry is in need of some specific food items: canned meats, jelly, applesauce/ fruit packed with individual servings, oatmeal, grits, cream of wheat and granola bars. Please remember no glass jars and we are a dry food pantry only. We are currently located in what was previously the chapel and are open two days a month the Wednesday and Saturday after the 3rd Sunday of the month from 10am to noon. We appreciate your continued support with food and monetary donations. Thank you! It is solely because of your generosity that we are able to help others. God bless you.
“LA EXPERIENCIA DE EMAÚS” RETIRO PARA MUJERES
Cuando fue la última vez que te preguntaste:
… ¿Quién soy yo?
… ¿Es mi FE importante para mí?
… ¿A dónde voy?
… ¿Es Jesús parte de mi vida diaria?
Tú puedes encontrar las respuestas si te das tiempo para pensar. Encontrarás la respuesta en tu propio corazón cuando hagas el retiro de Emaús.
¡Ven y acompáñanos!
Este retiro se llevará a cabo en Marzo 24, 25 y 26 de 2023. en la Casa de Retiro Mary Help Tampa, FL Se proveerá transporte. El costo será de $120.00 (incluye alimentación y programa). Las registraciones se realizan después de la misa Hispana en la entrada de la Iglesia.
Para más información llamar a Patricia Foreman (916) 4942229 y/o Beatriz Arevalo (813) 414-9726
El próximo retiro de matrimonios será el 28 al 30 de abril de 2023. Para más información, por favor de comunicarse con Lourdes Borjas (813) 770-7872 o Luis Borjas 813-393-7246. Los esperamos!
Ruego que estas líneas encuentren que todos estén bien y disfrutando de este clima más fresco. Es solo un cambio agradable, después de todo, vivimos en Florida, y muy pronto habrá 98 grados día tras día.
Las lecturas de este fin de semana están llenas de diferentes temas para escribir y predicar. Escribiré sobre la segunda lectur a porque escuchamos algo que uso en las homilías fúnebres todo el tiempo. “Ojo no vio, ni oído oyó, y lo que no ha subido en corazón humano, lo que Dios ha preparado para los que le aman”.
Utilizo este pasaje en los funerales específicamente porque la realidad de lo maravilloso que será el Cielo palidece por la pérdida de un ser querido, y ciertamente puedo entender eso. Lo que esta frase transmite es que ni siquiera podemos comenzar a comprender cómo será el Cielo porque simplemente no tenemos la habilidad ni la capacidad de comprender lo que nos espera en el otro lado. Nuestras mentes ni siquiera tienen la información requerida para tener una idea del Cielo. Un ejemplo muy pobre de esto sería alguien que no tiene conocimiento de Disney vaya a Disney World. El núcleo de verdad con el que quiero dejarte es: imagina lo que sería el Cielo para ti, vuélvete loco, el cielo es el límite. Con lo que hayas pensado, será al menos 100 veces mejor que eso. Aunque amo esta vida y estoy esperando mi turno, anhelo el Cielo. Rezo para que tú también lo hagas. ¡Dios los bendigan!
Con amor, Padre Mike
Jesús Está Vivo
Dónde: Salón Saint Michaels Hall
Cuando: Todos los martes a las 7:00 pm.
Para más información lláme: Virginia Liriano- 813597-4748
Búsqueda de Huevos de Pascua
¡Reserve la fecha!
Abril 9. 2023
12:00pm-2:00pm por el pabellón
Una manera maravillosa de celebrar el renacimiento de nuestro salvador es con la búsqueda de Huevos de. Un evento patrocinado por el Consejo de las Mujeres Católicas de la Encarnación. Siempre un éxito con los niños, sus familias y nuestros feligreses. Mucha comida, juegos, premios, música y entretenimiento. ¡Un momento de diversión garantizado para todos!
SI YA VIVISTE EL RETIRO DE EMAUS
TUS HERMANOS DE EMAUS DE NUESTRA
PARROQUIA ENCARNACION ,TE INVITAMOS A QUE
VENGAS A NUESTRAS REUNIONES PRESENCIALES
LOS SIGUIENTES DIAS:
HOMBRES: LUNES 2DO Y 4TO DE CADA MES.
MUJERES : MIERCOLES 2DO Y 4TO DE CADA MES
ANIMATE ! JESUS TE ESPERA!
CUALQUIER INFORMACION COMUNICATE
HOMBRES: 813 546-1087
MUJERES: 916-4942229
