INCARNATION CATHOLIC CHURCH
8220 W. Hillsborough Ave. Tampa, FL 33615 | www.icctampa.org
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THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PARISH OFFICE Hours: 9am - 4pm 5124 Gateway Dr. Tampa, FL 33615 Ph. 813.885.7861 | www.icctampa.org
SCHOOL OFFICE 5111 Webb Rd. Tampa, FL 33615 Ph. 813.884.4502 Fax: 813.885.3734 | www.icstampa.org
Are you a fisher of men? “Jesus said to them, ‘Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men.’” – Mark 1:17 The year 2020 was a difficult year for many. Racial and political unrest and a global pandemic made it historic and memorable for all the wrong reasons. It also made us hope for a new year of change and opportunity. More than 2000 years ago, Simon and Andrew were struggling fisherman, just trying to make a living while under the rule of the Roman government and religious authorities. Their lives revolved around fish – catching and selling them. That was their present and their future reality. Not really much to hope for when you think about it. That is until they encounter Jesus. From that moment forward, their lives would change forever. Jesus offers them a new outlook on life, a future of hope, new opportunity and a brighter tomorrow. They make the decision to abandon their nets and follow Jesus. Many people feel trapped in their current reality. Career goals, societal pressures and family responsibilities can make life difficult and challenging. We often look for short term solutions that we think will bring us happiness and fulfillment. But, in the end, they only leave us feeling more empty. But there’s a different path we can follow – a path that leads to ultimate and eternal happiness. It’s the path of following Jesus Christ. Jesus’s invitation to Simon, Andrew, James and John is also extended to us. Come, follow me. I know that many are already following Jesus. You have a good life, attend church regularly and do charitable works. But are you a fisher of men as Jesus says? Do you give good example to others by the way you live your life? Do you invite others to a relationship with Jesus Christ by sharing the Good News? Our mission is to proclaim Jesus Christ, invite others to follow Him, and to see His presence in those we encounter. It’s not too late to embark on a different path as we begin this new year. —Bishop Gregory Parkes
I pray these lines find all doing well. I can now write that YES, it was a wonderful time off! (I wrote in my previous article what a great time I was having -BEFORE I had it) I got to do so much stuff around my condo, had a COVID scare during my time but tested negative, just shows me yet again that we are not out of the woods when it comes to getting past this pandemic. We will get there but we are not there yet. Today’s Gospel once again speaks of a vocational call to follow Jesus. Jesus had an amazing way about Him – maybe because he is God, but I feel there was so much more. You know as well as I do that there are some people that you just love being around because they are so positive, they remain upbeat and you even “feel better about yourself when you are with them,” got that from a TV show but I think its true as well, I always feel much better about myself after prayer time with the Lord!! Something to note is that all these men who were called were secure in their jobs. They were established and good at what they did. However, Jesus comes along, and they leave behind all that they knew. Their lives were going to be changed forever. Would any of us do that today? Leave everything we knew to follow someone, had we been around at the time Jesus walked the earth in his humanity, would we have left everything behind to follow? Just something to reflect on for the week! God Bless You! Love, Fr, Mike
January 24, 2021 CLERGY Rev. Michael Cormier, Pastor Rev. Brian Fabiszewski, Parochial Vicar Rev. Francisco Hernandez, Parochial Vicar Deacon Ramon Rodriguez Deacon Matt Shirina Deacon Jim Minary Deacon Frank Julian
STAFF 813-885-7861 Business Manager - Rae Stabile stewardship@icctampa.org 813-493-3069 Facility Manager - Arnie Fernandez facilitymanager@icctampa.org 813-486-1612 Parish Secretary - Irene Martinez secretary@icctampa.org Bulletin Coordinator - Monica Windmiller bulletin@icctampa.org Director of Music - David Funes musicdirector@icctampa.org 813-885-7811 Director of Faith Formation Deacon Matt Shirina dff@icctampa.org 813-884-3624 Religious Education Ministry Judy Licari reled@icctampa.org 813-884-3624 Youth Coordinator -Thomas Myers youthcoordinator@icctampa.org
SCHOOL OFFICE www.icstampa.org Ph. 813.884.4502 Principal - Marrie McLaughlin
MASS SCHEDULE Monday through Friday: 7:00am Saturday: 9:00am & 4:00pm (Vigil) Sunday: 7:00am, 9:00am & 11:00am, Spanish at 1:00 pm MISAS EN ESPAÑOL: Domingos a la 1:00pm
CONFESSIONS/ Confesiones: Saturdays - 2:30pm to 3:30pm in Church or by appointment
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Prayer List SUNDAY - JANUARY 24 - THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 7:00 A.M. People of Incarnation 9:00 A.M. + Felipe Diaz Zayas 11:00 AM. (SI) Valentina Barraza - 18th Birthday 1:00 P.M. + Ivan Dario La Cruz MONDAY - JANUARY 25 7:00 A.M. + Rev. Eric Hunter TUESDAY - JANUARY 26 7:00 A.M. Intentions of ICC Parishioners WEDNESDAY - JANUARY 27 7:00 A.M. Intentions of ICC Parishioners THURSDAY - JANUARY 28 7:00 A.M. Intentions of ICC Parishioners FRIDAY - JANUARY 29 7:00 A.M. Intentions of ICC Parishioners SATURDAY - JANUARY 30 9:00 AM. + Dolores Mortenson 4:00 P.M. + Robert Shelton SUNDAY - JANUARY 31 - FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 7:00 A.M. People of Incarnation 9:00 A.M. + Tom Day 11:00 A.M. Intentions of ICC Parishioners 1:00 P.M. + Ma. Mercedes & Lazaro Paez
SACRIFICIAL GIFTS OF TREASURE OFFERTORY (First Collection) is used solely for the operation and maintenance of the parish.
Offertory Donations………..…......$ 10,757.90 Online Giving……………………...$ 6,940.00 Offertory Total………………....$ 17,697.90
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
Our Condolences
We offer our condolences and prayers to families who have lost a dear family member during the last few weeks: Lydia Perez 8/20/95 - 11/27/20 Michael Lowney 6/25/60 - 11/30/20
Enrique Lopez 2/16/40 - 12/01/20 Frank Gargagliano 8/13/33 - 1/11/21
May the souls of your dear ones rest in Peace!
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. Adriene Goldman Angelica Gonzalez Paula Gray
Melissa Adler Julie Bianchi Monique Biumi Joseph Brana Miriam Brown Nicole Burgos Cora Millie Cecil Olga Cora Robert J Cornelio Robert Curry Jennie Cusmano Anne Delgado Laura Delince Susan Denney Beverly Fenton Steve Fisher
Yaris de la Guardia Lopez
Ana Sophia Girwar-Nath
Kiara Girwar-Nath
Jenny Hatfield Isabel Hernandez Margie Hilton Jacqualyn Jones Charles Kanaszka Teresa Kanaszka Patricia Kilkelly Mary Ellen King Alyza Kitchens Sharon Maclejews Alberto Martinez Matthew T. McLane Meagan E. McLane Melissa D. McLane
Xaviel Mercedes Bonnie Miller Veronica Nickell Dina Marie Osburn Sarah Paccione Sylvia Rom Joseph Santiago Chuck Schaff Nancy Shirina Peggy Shirina Rachel Slowey Dominic Van Someren
Rose Marie Varas Daniel Alvarez Viera Rose Vrabel Pat Whitty Amy Workman Sienna Rose Yeager
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY 2LT Dillon C. Browne PV2 Chad Michael Burgess PV2 Angelique Burgess SGT Damian Patrick Bumm SRA Jasmin S. Chan SSGT Christina Costa Marine Amir Cris USCG LT. Andrew Ellis USCG Ensign Patrick Ellis CPL Michael K. Lam A1C Noel C. Marcano SRA Brett Masser LC George Mike
LCPL. Reese Nichols US Navy Brian Quevedo CG Tyler Reyes PFC Yoselyn Rivera C Louis Ruscetta Dante Sanchez SN Ryan Schultz 2LT Brandon Shively SPC Jason Seal Daniella Alexandra Serrano A1C Aaron Wilson Cadet Caleb K. Wong
TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — The Ninevites turn from their evil ways in response to Jonah’s message (Jonah 3:1-5, 10). Psalm — Teach me your ways, O Lord (Psalm 25). Second Reading — The world in its present form is passing away (1 Corinthians 7:29-31). Gospel — Jesus proclaims, “Repent, and believe in the gospel.” The new disciples abandon their nets and follow him (Mark 1:14-20). READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Mk 16:15-18 Tuesday: 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5; Ps 96:1-3, 7-8a, 10;Mk 3:31-35 Wednesday: Heb 10:11-18; Ps 110:1-4; Mk 4:1-20 Thursday: Heb 10:19-25; Ps 24:1-6; Mk 4:21-25 Friday: Heb 10:32-39; Ps 37:3-6, 23-24, 39-40; Mk 4:26-34 Saturday: Heb 11:1-2, 8-19; Lk 1:69-75; Mk 4:35-41 Sunday: Dt 18:15-20; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; 1 Cor 7:32-35; Mk1:21-28
For your donation of flower arrangements for our church & chapel. 11234 W. Hillsborough Ave. Tampa, FL 33635 | (813) 818 - 9600
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A change in Offertory Envelopes: Envelopes are now being provided annually instead of bimonthly: 11/1/2020 - thru10/31/2021 • Envelopes will no longer be mailed. • Please call Rae at 813-493-3069 to schedule a time to stop by the Parish Office and pick up your envelopes no later than Feb. 5, 2021. • This change will help the Parish to practice good stewardship as well as making it easier for you the parishioner.
TODAY after all Masses you can pick up your envelopes in St. Michael’s Hall
Diocesan & Community Events One Team Tampa Bay Anti-Trafficking awareness event and missing children outreach. The Diocese is encouraging participation a community-wide AntiTrafficking awareness and outreach event in anticipation of Superbowl LV. The event, sponsored by NOMORE and supported by the NFL Host Committee, will be held at Grace Family Church on Saturday, January 30, 2021. You can sign up individually, with friends or with a group. If you wish to sign up with a group from the Diocese, contact Sabrina at sab@dosp.org. COVID protocols will be followed. To learn more and register, visit: fornomore.org/superbowl Catholic Days at the Capitol will be a virtual event, held on February 2-3, 2021. Previous attendees as well as those who have not been able to join Catholics in Tallahassee for this annual event are urged to take this opportunity to participate as a way of bringing their values and voices to the political process. Online activities include virtual group meetings with legislators set up by the Office of Life, Justice and Advocacy.
To Request Your 2020 Contributions Statement please Email: stewardship@icctampa.org and include your name and envelope number in the email. or Call Rae at the Parish Office at 813-493-3069. 4
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Our Public Masses Have Resumed With Nuestra Misas Publicas Se Reanuden Con Revised Mass Schedule and Safety Horario de Misas Revisado y Protocolos Protocols In Effect de Seguridad En Efecto (Face masks are mandatory for people who attend mass).
Here are some details of some changes to expect. The dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass is still in effect and will be until further notice. Everyone must use main entrance and follow the instructions of the ushers. Please be patient. The side doors are ONLY emergency exits. They are marked by green crosses. People who live in the same home may sit together. Ushers will greet each person and show them to their seat. In order to properly disinfect after each Mass, the Sunday schedule will be:
Saturday 4:00 pm Sunday 7am, 9am & 11am, Spanish at 1pm Please limit private prayer after mass to no longer than 5 minutes so our volunteers can properly disinfect the church. The chapel and cry room will remain closed. There will be a collection basket at the entrance. No basket will be passed around and there will be no basket bearers. Hand sanitizer dispensers are in the Narthex as you enter and leave. No holding hands at Our Father and no contact peace. Ushers will direct section by section in a single line at three communion spots. Communion is ONLY distributed on the hand, not the tongue, for the time being at Incarnation. Please respect other’s space in communion line with proper distance.
Las mascarillas son obligatorias para las personas que asisten a misa.
A continuación, detalles de algunos cambios a implementar: Continúa la dispensa de no asistir a la Misa de Domingo, hasta próximo aviso. Todos debemos usar la puerta principal de la iglesia, así como seguir las instrucciones de los acomodadores (ujieres). Por favor ejercitemos la paciencia. Las puertas laterales de la iglesia se usarían SOLO en emergencia. Siga la guía de las marcas con cinta verde en los bancos. Los ujieres (acomodadores) cortésmente le indicarán los espacios disponibles. Las personas que viven en una misma casa pueden sentarse juntos en el mismo banco. En atención al hecho de que debemos desinfectar los bancos después de cada misa, el horario de celebración de misas es como sigue:
Sábado: 4:00 p.m. Domingo: 7am, 9am & 11am, 1:00 p.m. en Español La capilla y el cuarto para familias con niños pequeños permanecerán cerrados. Canasta de colecta: las encontraremos a la entrada. No pasaremos la canasta dentro de la misa y por el momento las especies para la consagración serán colocados en la mesa cerca del altar en lugar de llevarlos en procesión. Tendrá la oportunidad de higienizar sus manos a la entrada/ salida del templo. No unirnos de manos durante el Padre Nuestro; no contacto en el saludo de la Paz. Los Ujieres dirigen a los comulgantes a formar una sola fila para la comunión, la cual se hará por sección, habrán tres estaciones para recibir la Comunión. Por el momento, La Comunión será distribuida solo en la mano, no sobre la lengua. Por favor mantenga la distancia entre personas en la fila para recibir la Comunión.
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January 24, 2021 mhm@icstampa.org 813-884-4502
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24 de enero de 2021 ¿Eres un pescador de hombres? Jesús les dijo: “Síganme y haré de ustedes pescadores de hombres". - Mc 1, 17 El año 2020 fue un año difícil para muchas personas. El malestar racial y político, y una pandemia global hicieron del año pasado un acontecimiento histórico y memorable, pero por las peores razones. También nos hizo esperar por un nuevo año con cambios y oportunidades. Hace más de 2000 años Simón y Andrés eran pescadores, que trataban a duras penas de ganarse la vida bajo el dominio del gobierno romano y las autoridades religiosas. La vida de ellos dependía mucho de los peces, que pescaban y vendían. Ésa era su realidad presente y su futuro. Viéndole a simple vista, no tenían mucho que esperar de su vida. Pero a partir del momento en que se encuentran con Jesús, su vida cambia para siempre. Jesús les ofrece una nueva visión de la vida, un futuro de esperanza, nuevas oportunidades y un mañana más prometedor. Hacen la decisión de abandonar sus redes y seguir a Jesús. Muchas personas se sienten atrapadas en su realidad actual. Las metas profesionales, las presiones sociales y las responsabilidades familiares pueden hacer la vida difícil y desafiante. A menudo buscamos soluciones a corto plazo, pues creemos que nos traerán felicidad y satisfacción; pero, al final, sólo nos dejan sintiéndonos más vacíos. Mas, hay un camino diferente que podemos seguir - un camino que nos lleva a la felicidad definitiva y eterna. Es el camino de seguir a Jesucristo. La invitación de Jesús a Simón, Andrés, Santiago y Juan también es para nosotros. Ven y sígueme. Sé que muchos ya están siguiendo a Jesús. Llevan una vida buena, van a la iglesia regularmente y hacen obras de caridad. Pero, ¿eres un pescador de hombres como dice Jesús? ¿Das buen ejemplo a los demás por la forma en que vives? ¿Invitas a otras personas a tener una relación con Jesucristo compartiendo la buena nueva? Nuestra misión es proclamar a Jesucristo, invitar a otras personas a seguirlo y ver su presencia en aquellos que encontramos en nuestro caminar. No es demasiado tarde para que tomes un camino diferente al comenzar este año nuevo. - Monseñor Gregory Parkes LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: Hch 22:3-16 o Hch 9:1-22; Sal 117 (116):1bc, 2; Mc 16:15-18 Martes: 2 Tm 1:1-8 o Ti 1:1-5; Sal 96 (95):1-3, 7-8a, 10;Mc 3:31-35 Miércoles: Heb 10:11-18; Sal 110 (109):1-4; Mc 4:1-20 Jueves: Heb 10:19-25; Sal 24 (23):1-6; Mc 4:21-25 Viernes: Heb 10:32-39; Sal 37 (36):3-6, 23-24, 39-40; Mc 4:26-34 Sábado: Heb 11:1-2, 8-19; Lc 1:69-75; Mc 4:35-41 Domingo: Dt 18:15-20; Sal 95 (94):1-2, 6-9; 1 Cor 7:32-35; Mc1:21-28
10 UN NUEVO AMANECER Hoy escuchamos la manera en que Jonás, enviado por Dios para advertir a la gente, pasa como un torbellino por las calles de Nínive, asustando a los ciudadanos hasta el pánico. ¡Y funciona! Dios tiene un cambio de corazón, al ver “sus obras” como la gente se aparta del mal (Jonás 3:10). Un nuevo amanecer. Luego escuchamos a Pablo decir a los corintios: “Este mundo que vemos es pasajero” (1 Corintios 7:31). Pide un cambio de corazón. Sin llegar a decir que no hagan sus actividades diarias, les insta, misteriosamente, a vivir “como si” no están haciendo las cosas que están haciendo. Es un nuevo amanecer. Finalmente, Jesús se encuentra en la orilla y clama: “El Reino de Dios ya está cerca” (Marcos 1:14). Simón y Andrés abandonan sus redes –e incluso a su padre– y lo siguen. Es un nuevo amanecer. Todo el mundo tiene que cambiar cuando amanece un nuevo día: los ninivitas, los corintios, los apóstoles, ¡hasta Jesús! ¿No es hoy un nuevo amanecer para nosotros también?
LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura — Con los avisos de Jonás los ninivitas se arrepienten de su maldad y Dios no los castiga (Jonás 3:1-5, 10). Salmo — Descúbrenos, Señor tus caminos (Salmo 25 [24]). Segunda lectura — El mundo que conocemos está pasando (1 Corintios 7:29-31). Evangelio — El reino de Dios ha llegado. Tomen otro camino y crean en la Buena Nueva (Marcos 1:1420).