Incarnation Catholic Bulletin 12-18-22

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 completely done with shopping by now – as I write this it is only December 7th – so there is no guarantee I am finished by the time you read this – I pray I am. We hear a Gospel which is very familiar, leading up to the Holy Birth. Our focus today is St. Joseph, a perfect role model for any guy to follow. Joseph was a good, honest, hard-working and very faithful man. The accounting we hear is when he now knows Mary to be pregnant. He must have felt at one point like he lost everything, his heart must have broken, the one he loved was with child. And because he was such a good man and loved Mary, we hear he decided to divorce her quietly instead of accusing her.

Once the angel came to him in a dream and brought him up to speed he fully understood and was accepting of and open to what his future would hold. Something that is of interest is that Joseph was given the “Holy News” while he was asleep. Mary was awake when the angel appeared to her, when it came to God, she was an open, receptive vessel. One way to see this is to realize that God is going to contact us one way or another if we are open to Him.

Bottom line, awake or asleep I pray that you always remain open to God, feel His promptings and hear His voice when He does contact – AND HE DOES!!! Have a great week! Maranatha (Come Lord Jesus) Love, Fr. Mike

CLERGY

Rev. Michael Cormier, Pastor Rev. Michael Owen, Parochial Vicar Deacon Ramon Rodriguez Deacon Matt Shirina Deacon Jim Minary

STAFF

Business Manager - Rae Stabile stewardship@icctampa.org 813-493-3069

Facility Manager - Arnie Fernandez facilitymanager@icctampa.org 813-486-1612

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) 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

Dec. 23rd & Dec. 26 Closed

Reopen on Tuesday, Dec. 27 th at 9:00am

Dec. 30th Open until 12pm Jan. 2nd Closed

Reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 3 th at 9:00am

Every 1st Friday following the 7am Mass until 10am. Also every Monday evening between 7pm & 8 pm conducted by the Deacons of Incarnation Parish.

SUNDAY - DECEMBER 18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT

7:00 A.M. People of Incarnation

9:00 A.M. (SI) Mr. & Mrs. Quiroz (Wedding Anniversary)

11:00 A.M. + Dale Zgurzynski

1:00 P.M. + Julio Escobar

MONDAY - DECEMBER 19

7:00 A.M. + Miguel Zegarra

TUESDAY - DECEMBER 20

7:00 A.M. + Alice Morse

WEDNESDAY - DECEMBER 21

7:00 A.M. + Lucas Rivera Jr.

THURSDAY - DECEMBER 22

7:00 A.M. + Maryel Martin Septiem

FRIDAY - DECEMBER 23

7:00 A.M. + Souls of Purgatory

SATURDAY - DECEMBER 24

9:00 A.M. (SI) Angela Gocon

4:00 P.M. (SI) Barrera family

6:00 P.M. + Rafael Richardo Cantillo

12:00 A.M. + Isabel Diaz

SUNDAY - DECEMBER 25 - THE NATIVITY OF THE LORD

9:00 A.M. Intentions of ICC Parishioners

11:00 A.M. Intentions of ICC Parishioners

1:00 P.M. Intentions of ICC Parishioners

Offertory

totals will be in next weeks bulletin.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a; Ps 71:3-4a, 5-6ab, 16-17; Lk 1:5-25

Tuesday: Is 7:10-14; Ps 24:1-4ab, 5-6; Lk 1:26-38

Wednesday: Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a; Ps 33:2-3, 11-12, 20-21; Lk 1:39-45

Thursday: 1 Sm 1:24-28; 1 Sm 2:1, 4-8abcd; Lk 1:46-56

Friday: Mal 3:1-4, 23-34; Ps 25:4-5ab, 8-10, 14; Lk 1:57-66

Saturday: 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16; Ps 89:2-5, 27, 29; Lk 1:67-79

Sunday: Vigil: Is 62:1-5; Ps 89:4-5, 16-17, 27 29; Acts 13:16-17, 22-25; Mt 1:1-25 [18-25]

Night: Is 9:1-6; Ps 96:1-3, 11-13; Ti 2:11-14; Lk 2:1-14

Dawn: Is 62:11-12; Ps 97:1, 6, 11-12; Ti 3:4-7; Lk 2:15-20

Day: Is 52:7-10; Ps 98:1-6; Heb 1:1-6; Jn 1:1-18 [1-5, 9-14]

PRAYER LIST

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.

Vicky Cundiff

Luke Curtis

Paul Curtas

Lewis Daly

Mercy Gocon

Roland Hiltz

Christine Hyde

Leslie Kennedy

Ana Marcicano

Christian Alexander

Nora Alonso

Celia Arrazola

Edwin Borges

Tricia Costa

Teresa Martinez Karen McLane

Matt T. McLane

Melissa McLane

Conner Mills

Alicia Munoz

Olivero Muñoz

Gabriel Rivera

Donald Schirmer

Sandi Scott

Nancy Shirina Michael Skourellos Stachowiak family

Kathleen Stachowiak Meg Stacy

Regina Uhl

Ivy Valdes

Ramon Valdes Catalina Viera

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

TODAY’S READINGS

First Reading — You will be given this sign: the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall name him

Emmanuel (Isaiah 7:10-14).

Psalm — The king of glory shall come in (Psalm 24).

Second Reading — God has called us to belong to Jesus Christ (Romans 1:1-7).

Gospel — The son born of Mary shall be called Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins. He shall be Emmanuel, “God is with us” (Matthew 1:18-24).

FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 18, 2022

Diocesan & Community Events

Tampa Bay Catholic Lawyers Guild's Annual RED MASS

Christ the King Catholic Church 821 S. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33609 Thursday, January 5, 2023, at 5:30 p.m.

The Mass will be celebrated by the Most Reverend Gregory L. Parkes, Bishop of the Diocese of St. Petersburg. Deacons Eugene Beil and John Schaefer, Sixth Judicial Circuit (Retired) will assist.

First Reading: Hon. Melissa M. Polo, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit

Second Reading: Hon. Joseph M. Tompkins, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit

Oath of Attorney: Hon. Christine A. Marlewski, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Prayer of the Faithful: Hon. Darren D. Farfante, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit

A reception* will follow the Mass for Guild members and all in attendance with the opportunity to renew your membership or become a new member of The Tampa Bay Catholic Lawyers Guild *Please RSVP for the Reception to: tomallisonlaw@hotrnail.com

THE "RED MASS" IS A HISTORICAL TRADITION WITHIN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH DATING BACK TO THE THIRTEENTH CENTURY WHEN IT OFFICIALLY OPENED THE TERM OF THE COURT FOR MOST EUROPEAN COUNTRIES. THE PARTICIPANTS-GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS. LAWYERS AND JUDGES-WOULD PROCEED INTO A CHURCH CLOTHED IN RED VESTMENTS OR RED GARMENTS. SIGNIFYING THE FIRE OF THE HOLY SPIRirs GUIDANCE TO ALL WHO PURSUE JUSTICE IN THEIR DAILY LIVES. JUDGES, LAWYERS, STUDENTS. PROFESSORS, AND OTHERS IN THE LEGAL FIELD ARE INVITED.

Gift Shop Hours:

Saturday Mass- 4:00pm and Sunday Masses 7:00M-9:00AM- 11:00 AM AND 1:00PM

Saturday open 30 minutes before the 4:00pm mass open after the mass. Sunday open 30 minutes before all masses and open after all masses.

CLOSED DURING MASS

TREE OF LIFE MEMORIALS

In memory of a loved one has passed away you may want to consider the Tree of Life Memorial at the church’s entrance. You may also want to remember a special Anniversary or a family member with a Leaf on the Tree. For information call Connie Hennessey at 884-8326.

SPIRITUAL MOTHERHOOD FOR PRIESTS

We pray the Rosary of Intercession every Thursday after the 7am Mass.

THE 2023 MASS BOOK IS NOW OPEN!

All Mass intentions may be scheduled at our Parish Office, Monday - Friday, 9am - 4pm. Unfortunately, due to over 50 unpaid Masses we are unable to accept phone requests. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you are unable to come in, you may send a check with a date request, name, intention, and a contact number (Please print). We will be happy to accommodate the request if the date is available. If requesting more than 3 Masses at a time, please have a list prepared with printed names with intentions. You can offer a Mass for a deceased loved one, a birthday, anniversary, for healing or in thanksgiving for prayers answered. Masses may only be requested for one particular person a maximum of 3 times per year. The donation is $20.00 per Mass payable at time of request.

EL LIBRO DE MISAS 2023 YA ESTÁ ABIERTO!

Todas las intenciones de Misa se pueden programar en nuestra Oficina Parroquial, de lunes a viernes, de 9pm a 4pm. Desafortunadamente, debido a más de 50 misas no pagadas, no podemos aceptar solicitudes telefónicas. Nos disculpamos por cualquier inconveniente. Si no puede venir, puede enviar un cheque con una solicitud de fecha, nombre, intención y un número de contacto (letra de imprenta). Estaremos encantados de darle la fecha si la fecha está disponible. Si solicita más de 3 misas a la vez, tenga una lista preparada con nombres impresos con intenciones. Puede ofrecer una Misa por un ser querido fallecido, un cumpleaños, un aniversario, por sanación o en acción de gracias por las oraciones contestadas. Sólo se podrán pedir misas para una persona en particular un máximo de 3 veces al año. La donación es de $20.00 por misa pagadera al momento de la solicitud.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul –Incarnation Conference

Thanks to the generous support from our parish, we have assisted, from February to mid-August, 99 households consisting of 238 people in our community with rent, utilities, food, and other expenses. And we have been able to help them solely because of your generosity. The food pantry, located in what was previously the chapel, is now open two days a month on the fourth Wednesday and Saturday from 10am to noon for those who reside in the 33614, 33615, 33634 and 33635 zip codes. Those in need may also call 813-421-2201 for an appointment. We appreciate your continued support with food and monetary donations every third Sunday of the month. If you are interested in learning more about our organization, we welcome you to join us at our monthly meetings every third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 at the back of the church across from Grotto with the blessed Mother. Again, thank you for your generous support and God bless you.

La Sociedad de San Vicente de Paul –Conferencia de la Iglesia de Encarnación

Gracias al generoso apoyo de nuestra parroquia, hemos ayudado, desde febrero hasta mediados de agosto, a 99 hogares que consisten en 238 personas en nuestra comunidad con alquiler, servicios públicos, alimentos y otros gastos. Y hemos podido ayudarlos únicamente gracias a su generosidad. La despensa de alimentos, ubicada en lo que antes era la capilla, ahora está abierta dos días al mes el cuarto miércoles y sábado de 10 am a mediodía para aquellos que residen en los códigos postales 33614, 33615, 33634 y 33635. Los necesitados también pueden llamar al 813-421-2201 para una cita. Agradecemos su continuo apoyo con donaciones de alimentos y dinero cada tercer domingo del mes. Si está interesado en obtener más información sobre nuestra organización, le invitamos a unirse a nosotros en nuestras reuniones mensuales cada tercer miércoles del mes a las 6:30 en la sala en la parte trasera de la iglesia frente a la Gruta con la Santísima Madre. Una vez más, te felicito por tu generoso apoyo y que Dios te bendiga.

PEACE

Today marks our last class for Faith Formation for 2022. We pray you are all having a glorious Advent Season and preparing as a family for the celebration of the Birth of Jesus and Peace and Love for all.

On the fourth week of Advent, we light the final purple candle to mark the final week of prayer and penance as we wait for the birth of our Savior. This final candle, the “Angel’s Candle,” symbolizes peace. It reminds us of the message of the angels: “Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward Men.”

PAZ

Hoy marca nuestra última clase para la Formación en la Fe para 2022. Oramos para que todos tengan una gloriosa temporada de Adviento y se preparen como familia para la celebración del nacimiento de Jesús y la paz y el amor para todos. En la cuarta semana de Adviento, encendemos la vela púrpura final para marcar la última semana de oración y penitencia mientras esperamos el nacimiento de nuestro Salvador. Esta vela final, la "Vela del Ángel", simboliza la paz. Nos recuerda el mensaje de los ángeles: "Paz en la tierra, buena voluntad para con los hombres".

RCIA Interested in Becoming Catholic? Is God calling you? Are you looking to deepen your relationship with Jesus and be part of His Church? RCIA – Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process of initiation by which individuals are fully received into the Catholic Church through the reception of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist or Communion. This process begins September 11th. If you, or anyone you may know, are interested in becoming Catholic or simply have questions regarding the Catholic faith, please contact Deacon Matt Shirina at 813-884-3624 or you can email him at dff@icctampa.org

¿RICA interesado en convertirse al catolicismo? ¿Te está llamando Dios? ¿Estás buscando profundizar tu relación con Jesús y ser parte de Su Iglesia? RICA – El Rito de Iniciación Cristiana de Adultos es el proceso de iniciación por el cual las personas son recibidas plenamente en la Iglesia Católica a través de la recepción del Bautismo, la Confirmación y la Sagrada Eucaristía o Comunión. Este proceso comienza el 11 de septiembre. Si usted, o cualquier persona que pueda conocer, está interesado en convertirse en católico o simplemente tiene preguntas sobre la fe católica, comuníquese con el diácono Matt Shirina al 813-884-3624 o puede enviarle un correo electrónico a dff@icctampa.org

Director of Faith Formation Deacon Matt Shirina dff@icctampa.org

Religious Education Ministry Judy Licari reled@icctampa.org

FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 18, 2022

Ruego que estas líneas encuentren a todos bien y que hayan terminado por completo las compras. Mientras escribo esto, hoy el 7 de diciembre, no hay garantía que cunado ustedes lean estas líneas, yo haya terminado mis compras. Ruego que sí.

Escuchamos un Evangelio que es muy familiar, que conduce al Santo Nacimiento. Nuestro enfoque hoy es San José, un modelo perfecto para cualquier hombre que siga. José era un hombre bueno, honesto, trabajador y muy fiel. El recuento que escuchamos es cuando ahora sabe que Maria está embarazada. Debe de haber sentido en un momento que lo perdió todo, su corazón se rompe, la persona que amaba estaba embarazada. Y debido a que era un hombre tan bueno y amaba a Maria, escuchamos que decidió divorciarse de ella en silencio en lugar de acusarla.

Cuando el ángel fue a San José en su sueño y lo puso al día, entendió completamente y estaba aceptando y abierto a lo que le depararía el futuro. Algo interesante es que a San José se le dio la “Santa Noticia” mientras dormía. María estaba despierta cuando se le apareció el ángel, cuando se trataba de Dios, ella era un vaso abierto y receptivo. Una forma de ver esto es darnos cuenta de que Dios se pondrá en contacto con nosotros de una forma u otra si estamos abiertos a Él.

En pocas palabras, despierto o dormido, oro para que siempre permanezcan abierto a Dios, sientan sus impresiones y escuchen su voz cuando Él se ponga en contacto, ¡Y EL LO VA A HACER! ¡Que tengas una buena semana! Maranata (Ven Señor Jesús) Con amor, Padre Mike

LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA

Lunes: Zac 2:14-17 o Apo 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab; Jdt 13:18bcde, 19; Lc 1:26-38 o Lc 1:39-47, o cualquier lectura del Común de Santa María Virgen.

Martes: Sof 3:1-2, 9-13; Sal 34 (33):2-3, 6-7, 17-19, 23; Mt 21:28-32

Miércoles: Is 45: 6b-8, 18, 21b-25; Sal 85 (84):9ab, 10-14; Lc 7:18b-23

Jueves: Is 54:1-10; Sal 30 (29):2, 4-6, 11-12a, 13b; Lc 7:24-30

Viernes: Is 56:1-3a, 6-8; Sal 67 (66):2-3, 5, 7-8; Jn 5:33-36

Sábado: Gn 49:2, 8-10; Sal 72 (71):1-4ab, 7-8, 17; Mt 1:1-17 Domingo: Is 7:10-14; Sal 24 (23):1-6; Rom 1:1-7; Mt 1:18-24

Jesús Está Vivo

Dónde: Salón Saint Michaels Hall

DE EMAUS

Cuando: Todos los martes a las 7:00 pm. Para más información lláme: Virginia Liriano- 813-597-4748

LECTURAS DE HOY

Primera lectura — ¡Estén fuertes, no teman! Su Dios viene a salvarlos. Los redimidos del Señor serán corona-dos con alegría eterna (Isaías 35:1-6a, 10).

Salmo — El Señor nos salva cuando viene (Salmo 146 [145])

Segunda lectura — Sean también pacientes y valientes porque la venida del Señor está cerca (Santiago 5:7-10).

Evangelio — “¿Eres tú el que debe venir o tenemos que esperar a otro?” Jesús les contestó, “Vayan y cuéntenle a Juan lo que han visto y oído” (Mateo 11:2-11).

Para más información, por favor de comunicarse con Lourdes Borjas (813) 770-7872 o Luis Borjas 813-393-7246. Los esperamos!