CHURCH OF THE INCARNATION 8220 W. HILLSBOROUGH AVE. • TAMPA, FLORIDA 33615 http://www.icctampa.org
Phone: 813- 885-7861
5124 Gateway Drive (mailing address) • Fax: (813) 884-3624 PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm
Clergy - 813-885-7861 Very Rev. Michael Suszynski, Pastor Rev. Diego Ossa, Parochial Vicar Rev. Philip Clement, Parochial Vicar Deacon Joseph Krzanowski Deacon Frank Julian Deacon Pablo Maldonado
Staff - 813-885-7861 Paul Hunter
Parish Business Administrator iccphunter@tampabay.rr.com Dave Arnold -
Facility Manager - 919-4284 iccdave@tampabay.rr.com Irene Martinez
Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time February 19, 2012 This Wednesday is Ash Wednesday! ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICES Masses & Distribu on of Ashes: 7:00 am, 8:30 am, 12:10pm, & 7:30 pm ‐ Spanish Mass at 6:00 pm STATIONS OF THE CROSS ‐ FRIDAYS OF LENT 6:00 pm ‐ Spanish & 7:30 pm ‐ English Regula ons on Fas ng and Abs nence
The dual disciplines of fas ng and abs nence 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 emp ness. In this way, freed from all distrac ons, we are able to hear and respond to God’s con nued call to conversion and holiness.
Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor irenemartz@tampabay.rr.com Silvia Rivera
Receptionist/ Asst Editor iccsrive@tampabay.rr.com Donal Noonan
Music Director dnoonan@icctampa.org Carmen Cayon
Director of Faith Formation carmen_dre@tampabay.rr.com Philomena Johnson
Grades Pk-12 ; Sacrament Preparation & Youth Ministry pjohnson@icctampa.org Jane Rullier Co-Peer Minister Administrative Assistant jrullier@icctampa.org
† FasƟng 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 fas ng, 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. Ea ng between meals is not permi ed, but liquids are allowed. † AbsƟnence 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 abs nence. Note: If a person is unable to observe the above regula ons due to ill health or other serious reasons, they are urged to prac ce other forms of self denial that are suitable to their condi on. Fas ng, almsgiving, and prayer are the three tradi onal disciplines of Lent. The faithful and catechumens should undertake these prac ces seriously in a spirit of penance and of prepara on for bap sm or of renewal of bap sm at Easter.
INCARNATION SCHOOL
MASSES: Monday through Friday - 7am & 8:30am Saturday - 8:30 am & 4:30pm (Vigil) Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am (signed), 12pm
813 884-4502 http://www.icstampa.org Mr. Michael Zelenka, Principal
DEVOTIONS: Morning Prayer Group: Liturgy of the Hours Mon., Tue., Thurs., Fri. & Sat. from 8:10am 8:25am First Friday Adoration following the 8:30 am Mass until 4:45am on Saturday
Misas en Español: Cada domingo a la 1:30pm Cada viernes a las 6:30 pm
Rosary every Thursday at 11:30am in the chapel Rosario en español cada jueves a las 7:00pm en la capilla CONFESSIONS: Saturdays - 2:30 to 3:30pm in the Church
Church of the Incarnation, Tampa, FL
Phone: (813) 885-7861
Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time February 19, 2012 It is I, I, who wipe out, for my own sake, your offenses; your sins I remember no more. — Isaiah 43:25 FORGIVENESS OF SINS Isaiah announced the word of the Lord: “[S]ee, I am doing something new!” (Isaiah 43:19). And what was this new thing? A promise for a people who “did not call upon me” and “grew weary of me” (43:22); a promise of forgiveness. “It is I, I, who wipe out . . . your offenses; / your sins I remember no more” (43:25). Paul told the Corinthians—and tells us—that Jesus is God’s “yes,” and that all God’s promises are fulfilled in Jesus. Does that include God’s promise to forgive sins? Mark gives the answer when he relates how some people lowered a paralytic through a hole in the roof, seeking a cure. As far as we can tell, no one requested forgiving the man’s sins. But that’s what Jesus did, exactly as Isaiah had announced. Then, lest anyone doubt his authority on earth to forgive sins, Jesus said, “[P]ick up your mat, and go home” (Mark 2:11). The man “rose, picked up his mat at once, and went away” (2:12). Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday:
Jas 3:13-18; Mk 9:14-29 Jas 4:1-10; Mk 9:30-37 Jl 2:12-18; Ps 51; 2 Cor 5:20 — 6:2; Mt 6:1-6, 16-18 Dt 30:15-20; Lk 9:22-25 Is 58:1-9a; Mt 9:14-15 Is 58:9b-14; Lk 5:27-32 Gn 9:8-15; Ps 25; 1 Pt 3:18-22; Mk 1:12-15
Lent, a Preparation for Resurrection Have you decided what you are going to do for Lent this year? Instead of giving up something you enjoy, consider doing something to help someone else. Help in a food pantry, donate to a clothes closet, visit someone who is ill, write letters to someone who has fallen out of touch, give someone a ride to church or to the doctor. Get involved in the parish outreach projects. See what you can do to make life better or easier for someone, or work on improving relationships. TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Today, in the streets of Rio and New Orleans and in the canals of Venice, Carnival reaches its height. We stand on the brink of Lenten discipline and order, of sacrifice and prayer, and like a diver for pearls, we take a deep breath of life’s abundance before immersing ourselves. Literally “Good-bye to the Flesh,” these once were days for clearing out the barnyard and having one last good roast before turning to fish, to eggs and cheese and porridges. In some places, masks and disguises are worn as a reminder that all falsehood must be stripped away in Lent and our true identity as the baptized must prosper. In others, the green, purple, and gold beads tossed in playful salute have their origins not only in the gifts of the magi, but also entwine the liturgical colors of Ordinary Time, Lent, and Easter. The message, sadly missed by many, is: embrace the Lenten journey, and find your life transformed. Dedicate the next few days to savoring life’s wonders, to the abundance of tables laden with great food and surrounded by the laughter of dear friends. Then, as you step forward to receive ashes on your brow, you will have already acquired a yearning for the renewing splash of Easter’s waters. —James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
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Ash Wednesday is a time of repentance, self-denial and prayerful reflection…
ASH WEDNESDAY Masses & Distribution of Ashes 7:00am, 8:30am, 12:10pm, 6pm (Spanish) & 7:30pm on the web @ www.icctampa.org
Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 19, 2012
† Mass Intentions † SUNDAY - FEBRUARY 19 - SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 7:30 A.M. +Colleen Kramer by Buss Family 9:00 A.M. +Olga Garcia by Duran Family 10:30 A.M. PEOPLE OF INCARNATION 12:00 P.M. +Marie de los Angeles Areiza by Nohemy Zapata 1:30 P.M. +Juana and +Domingo Taveras by Lidia Fermin MONDAY - FEBRUARY 20 - OFFICE CLOSED 7:00 A.M. NO MASS 8:30 A.M. (SI) Michael McKillip by Kate and Michael Caballero TUESDAY - FEBRUARY 21 - ST. PETER DAMIAN, BISHOP 7:00 A.M. (SI) In Thanksgiving by Leonor Bernal 8:30 A.M. +Michael Raftery by Dan Flynn and Family WEDNESDAY - FEBRUARY 22 - ASH WEDNESDAY 7:00 A.M. 8:30 A.M. +Colleen Kramer by Rose Vinalon and Family 12:10 P.M. 6:00 P.M. +Manolito Sanchez by Luis A. Cruz and Family 7:30 P.M. THURSDAY - FEBRUARY 23 - ST. POLYCARP, BISHOP AND MARTYR 7:00 A.M. 8:30 A.M. +George F. McGraw, Jr. by Militello Family FRIDAY - FEBRUARY 24 7:00 A.M. (SI) In Thanksgiving by Ernesto and Elizabeth Millian 8:30 A.M. 6:30 P.M. +Carmen Cadalso by Fernandez Family SATURDAY - FEBRUARY 25 8:30 A.M. +Michael Raftery by O’Brien Family 4:30 P.M. +Dr. Arthur J. Brown by Alice and Alice SUNDAY - FEBRUARY 26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT 7:30 A.M. (SI) Ducson and Pheung Lan Nguyen by Thi Phien Nguyen 9:00 A.M. +Mercedes Swartz by Family 10:30 A.M. PEOPLE OF INCARNATION 12:00 P.M. +Robert Hennessey by Family 1:30 P.M. +Jairo R. Martorell by Family
SACRIFICIAL GIFTS OF TREASURE OFFERTORY (First Collection) is used solely for the operation and maintenance of the parish. Weekly Target ..................................................$23,000.00 02/12/2012 Offertory Donations .....................$17,972.51 Tuition Assistance ............................................$ 739.00 Helping Hand ...................................................$ 60.00 RENOVATION & BUILDING FUND (Second Collection) is used to pay the monthly principal and interest obligation on our Church Renovation Loan and to fund repairs and updates to our Church building. 02/12/2012 Renovation Donations.................... $ 2,319.50
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY! If you have any questions about our finances or parish renovation activities, please contact Business Manager, Paul Hunter at 813-8857861 or by e-mail: iccphunter@tampabay.rr.com.
Sick Prayer List: New names appear in bold. Other than critical or terminal conditions, the names will remain on this list for 30 days. Please help us keep our prayer list current. If you would like to add a name, e-mail Silvia Rivera at: iccsrive@tampabay.rr.com or call the office. Please pray also for our parishioners who are in hospitals, nursing homes and our shut ins. Earl Albert Colleen Beran George Bessler Jeff Bickel David Boyd Mariana Brandao Alice V. Brown Kenneth Brown Jose Caldevilla Milagro Castillo Neysa Cayon Ray Chiarmonte Mary Childers Mike Childers Delma Chimelis Frank Chinchar Carmen Cisnero Isa Collazo Phillip Cusmano Lissette Dayhou Wandy Del Valle
Sheila Gildea Lauren Gillihan Kirk Goetz Olga Gonzales Maria Gonzalez Paula Hague Patrick Hardy Robert Hasty Paul Hunter Greg Jackson Trudy Jorge Joan Julian Joyce Kielpinski Sue Ellen Krick Mimi Kuhla John and Ligia Large
Daniela C. LaRosa Michael Lloyd Bonnie McCurdy Matthew T. McLane, Sr.
Bill McNamee Christopher Dempsey Maria Merlo Susie Moore Sara Desrocher Noah Nero Ramon Diaz Linda Nicholas Gail Diestler Tammy Dominguez Fr. Jonathan Niehaus Bob Patterson Dylan Edward JR Pearce Manuel Escamilla Angelo Perez Tom Esgro Carol Perez Bertha Fyda Ray Pomponio William Gareau Peter Proley Mary Gibson Lydia Quesada
SSGT Angelique Vazquez, Japan LCPL Almoris E. Lugo, Jr. PFC Joshua Luckey, Afghanistan
Evette Reas Violet Riche Donna Ridgeway Delores Roberta Maria Robles Evaristo Rodriguez Roland Rodriguez Ewen Rosale Fawn Russell Elba Saldano Humberto Sanchez Brenda Sandy Kiki Santiago Gina Schmidt Steven Sheridan Macario Sosa Daniel Spina Bill and Angie Spink
Noah Spivey Mildred Sylvester Janet Taylor TCWM Sheli Thomas Rhoda Toscano Mercedes Viera James C. Watkins Jerry Wegman Ty Wegman Selwyn Williams Steven Yudicky Bruno Zabukas
David Valencia PV2 James Phillips, Afghanistan
SGT Ryan Wegman, Iraq - back home! Thank you for your prayers!!
BUDS, BLOOMS & BEYOND
Thank You To Buds, Blooms & Beyond, Floral & Gift Shop for their donations of flower arrangements for our Weekend Liturgies. Visit them at 11234 W. Hillsborough. Ph. # 813-818-9600 www.budsbloomsandbeyond.com Page 3
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Phone: (813) 885-7861
A Huge THANK-YOU to Anthony and Marcelino D’Ambrosio and all the Volunteers for an AMAZING fun-filled & God-filled Confirmation Retreat! Congratulations to all the teens that were Confirmed on Saturday February 4th!
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Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 19, 2012
INCARNATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL
GOD - CHARITY - KNOWLEDGE - FRIENDSHIP DEUS
CARITAS
ERUDITIO
AMICITIA
FAITH. ACADEMICS. SERVICE. INCARNATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL celebrated the 2012 Catholic Schools Week with a full slate of activities: -Monday January 30: WELLNESS - 5th to 8th Grade students organized a mini field day for the younger grades. -Tuesday January 31: ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE - The 2012 ICS Spelling Bee was won by 1st Grader Marissa Mattingly (Lower Division) and 7th Grader Teresa Manipadam (Upper Division). -Wednesday February 1: DIVERSITY - ICS celebrated its rich cultural diversity by having an International Spotlight. Pre-K to Grade 4 presented information about Puerto Rico, Cuba, Colombia, Mexico, the Philippines, and Vietnam to our upper grades. -Thursday February 2: FAITH - ICS attended Mass for the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. Students engaged in different forms of prayer every hour until the end of the day! -Friday February 3: COMMUNITY - ICS welcomed Coach Sharon Slowey back to its campus to address the student body during its First Friday Morning Assembly. Students prayed a decade of the Rosary, and received the St. Blaise blessing of throats. Mrs. Laura Schillo and 7th Grader Rafael Cruz were the winners in the ICS Nook Raffle! *The ICS community donated over 100 pairs of shoes to the Dominican Republic during Catholic Schools Week. It also donated sporting goods to a local elementary school in need of PE equipment. Finally, in honor of our 100th day of school, our class of 13 Pre-K students collected over 100 canned goods and made a donation to a local shelter! 5111 Webb Road * Tampa, FL 33615
Phone: 813.884.4502 * Fax: 813.885.3734 Website: http://www.icstampa.org/ In keeping with our tradition, we at incarnation catholic school: Inspire life-long learning, Challenge each individual to be a disciple of Christ and Strive to live our Catholic faith through service to each other and the community.
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PARISH ACTIVITIES
RELIGIOUS ARTICLES STORE OPEN: 1/2 HR BEFORE & AFTER THE 4:30PM SAT. MASS & ALL SUNDAY
Phone: (813) 885-7861
SUNDAY - FEBRUARY 19 FELLOWSHIP, COFFEE AND DONUTS IN ST. MICHAEL’S HALL FAITH FORMATION IN ALL CLASSROOMS MONDAY - FEBRUARY 20 TUESDAY - FEBRUARY 21 9:00 A.M. Job Search Support Group St. Brendan 7:00 P.M. Alcoholics Anonymous St. Patrick’s Room 7:00 P.M. Spanish Prayer Group St. Michael’s Hall 7:00 P.M. Music Ministry Church WEDNESDAY - FEBRUARY 22 7:00 P.M. Alcoholics Anonymous St. Patrick’s Room 7:00 P.M. Al-Anon St. John’s Room 7:30 P.M. Spanish Choir Music Room THURSDAY - FEBRUARY 23 9:00 A.M. Legion of Mary St. Brendan 11:30 A.M. Our Lady of Mercy Prayer Group Chapel 7:00 P.M. Spanish Intercessions Group Chapel 7:00 P.M. Music Ministry Church FRIDAY - FEBRUARY 24 7:00 P.M. Spanish Youth Group St. Patrick’s Room SATURDAY - FEBRUARY 25 7:00 P.M. Spanish Young Adults St. Patrick’s Room
MASSES ALTAR SERVER SCHEDULE
February 25/26 4:30 pm:
Cameron Carlyon, David Gibson, Miranda Warren
7:30 am:
Margaret Parker, Matthew Walsh
9:00 am:
Sarah Cureton, Jordan Jankowski, Christopher Wille
10:30 am:
Christopher Mendola, Vincent Mendola, Amberlyne Rosario
12:00 pm:
Nathaniel Fernandez, Jeff Miraflor, Nicholas Ortega
Anointing of the Sick gives spiritual strength in the face of suffering. A Parish priest is on call 24 hrs. in cases of emergency. Call the Parish Office at 885-7861. Matrimony (Marriage) - Couples need to contact the Parish Office at 885-7861 before setting a date. The preparation process takes a minimum of 6 months. Holy Orders is for single men answering the call to priesthood. Any man or woman interested in the religious life should contact one of our parish priests or the Diocesan Vocations Director at 345-3338.
HOMEBOUND & HOSPITAL MINISTRY - Eucharistic Ministers are available to bring Holy Communion to the sick AT HOME or in TOWN ’N COUNTRY HOSPITAL. Please call the Parish Office at 885-7861 to make arrangements.
LITURGY GROUPS ALTAR SERVERS DAVID SMITH……………………….885-7861 KAITLIN JOHNSON………………………….885-7861 Or via e-mail iccaltarservers@gmail.com EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS FR. PHILIP CLEMENT……….…….. 885-7861 READERS WILL BERAN ………………………. 882-0178 MUSIC DIRECTOR DONAL NOONAN………….…..……885-7861 ENVIRONMENT/ART CONNIE HENNESSEY ………………...884-8326 USHERS TOM OSBORN..……………….…...885-3829 VISITORS OF THE SICK FR. PHILIP CLEMENT...….………. 885-7861
PARISH ORGANIZATIONS BIBLE STUDY CARMEN CAYON…….………….... 885-7861 CARNIVAL PAUL/NORMA HUNTER …………...854-1171 COFFEE & DONUTS ALMA SHAMBLIN…………………..886-9365 Or via e-mail afshamblin@aol.com COLUMBIETTES DALE ZGURZYNSKI…......................885-5228 FINANCE COUNCIL DEACON FRANK JULIAN ………………….... 885-7861 HELPING HAND PARISH OFFICE…..……………..…..885-7861 INC. COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN ALMA SHAMBLIN…………………….886-9365 Or via e-mail afshamblin@aol.com INC. HOME & SCHOOL KIM FIELD….. ….….884-4502 (School Office) JOB SEARCH SUPPORT HILDA LYONS……icjobsupport@hotmail.com KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS STAN ZGURZYNSKI………….. … 885-5228 LIFE MINISTRY TERESA TRUBILLA……….….……..841-6563 Or via e-mail T2DeskTop@aol.com MEMORIALS-TREE OF LIFE CONNIE HENNESSEY….. ……….. 884-8326 OFFICE VOLUNTEERS IRENE MARTINEZ………………….885-7861 PRAYER GROUP ANA MARSICANO…………………..886-0091 PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY SILVIA RIVERA ...…………………..885-7861 RELIGIOUS ARTICLES STORE CONNIE HENNESSEY……………... 884-8326 SCRIP SANDY REY…...…………………….884-4502 SPECIAL EDUCATION ISABEL MORAES……………...…….852-1501 MARY THOMSON………………….. 884-8040 STEWARDSHIP PAUL HUNTER…….………………...854-1171 VOCATIONS COMMITTEE MICHELE & ROGER CARUSO……..962-4556 WELCOMING COMMITTEE EVELYN ROBERTS. …….…………886-6436 & DORIS WHITTLE………………...920-1089
RECEIVING SACRAMENTS
TREE OF LIFE - MEMORIALS In memory of a loved one that 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. Page 6
BAPTISMS CARMEN CAYON ……………….885-7861 RCIA CARMEN CAYON……….……….885-7861 FIRST EUCHARIST PHILOMENA JOHNSON……….885-7861 CONFIRMATION PHILOMENA JOHNSON…….…885-7861 MARRIAGE PREPARATION FR. PHILIP CLEMENT… .…………...885-7861 To receive Sacraments you must be registered in the parish. Registration forms are available at the Welcome Table in St. Michael’s Hall on Sunday mornings or at the Parish Office during the Week.
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Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 19, 2012
FRANCISCAN CENTER
Upcoming events at the Franciscan Center, 3010 N. Perry Ave., Tampa, 33603. For more information, please contact the Center at 813-2292695, e-mail: info@franciscancentertampa.org or on the web at www.franciscancentertampa.org. COOKING WITH SOUL: Fat Tuesday With a Twist February 21, 10 am-2 pm With Chef Roxanne Moreno Learn how to make - and enjoy the traditional foods, including pancakes and crepes, associated with Shrove Tuesday! Fee: $25 (includes lunch) LENTEN RETREAT: Beginning Lent with Blessing February 22, 9 am-2:30 pm (Ash Wednesday) With Father Michael Cooper, SJ The Lenten Preface reminds us that the Lord “gives us this joyful season to prepare us to celebrate the Paschal Mystery with hearts and minds renewed.” The Pascal Mystery is the heart of our faith. This retreat day will incorporate the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist to celebrate our “Original Blessing” of being wondrously made in God’s image and likeness (Genesis 1 and Psalm 139). Fee: $25 (includes continental breakfast and lunch) SABBATH DAYS TO RENEW YOUR SPIRIT February 23, 9 am-3 pm With Maureen Connors, PhD, Carol Mitchell, PhD
Join us for a special day of rest and renewal. You may choose to spend a Sabbath Day in quiet reflection, and/or participate in one of several groups meeting throughout the day, including Gentle Yoga, the Women’s Spirituality Circle and the Writing Circle. Lunch is available to participants in any of the groups if requested at the time of registration. Mass at 1:15 pm pending priest availability. Fee: Donation UKRAINIAN EGG-DYEING: A Tradition of Easter February 23, 6:30-9 pm With Carol Mitchell, PhD Come learn the Eastern European art of wax-resist egg dyeing (or pysanky in Polish) and take a new Easter tradition home with you. You will have the opportunity to make two to three eggs that are yours to keep, plus learn the spirituality of this art form, which has long been considered a form of prayer in many Eastern European countries and cultures. Each participant will receive a personal pysanky eggdyeing kit, which includes egg dyes, bees’ wax and a stylus used for decorating the eggs. Fee: $25 (includes pysanky kit)
Around the Diocese Retreat for Physically Challenged Adults “CHALLENGED by CHRIST", a diocesan retreat for physically challenged adults (18--65), will be held on Saturday, March 3, 2012, from 9 AM to 5:30 PM at the Cenacle at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Clearwater. We attempt to provide an atmosphere in which those who are physically challenged may share their faith comfortably with others who experience similar challenges in life. It is a time to grow in faith, build community, and come closer to God in His Church. Our theme for this retreat is "Conversion and Loss". For more information or for applications, please call Sr. Phyllis at (727) 6432121. RSVP by February 29, 2012. Mother/Daughter Girl Talk Day Exploring the beauty and wonder of God's plan for becoming a woman. Presented by: Saint Gianna Center for Women's Health and Fertility Care Saturday, March 24, 2012 at Most Holy Name of Jesus Church in Gulfport $20/family 9:00am-12:00pm 8-12 year old girls 2:00pm-5:00pm 13-17 year old girls for questions call Angela Robens at 813-389-7175 or fertility.care@hotmail.com "COLD NIGHT SHELTER now Located in West Tampa (Town & Country area)... Recently the Hillsborough County Department of ageing and adult service established a COLD NIGHT SHELTER at the Jackson Springs Recreational Center. Whenever the temperature is predicted to be 32 degrees wind chill, the shelter will be opened. Community volunteers are needed to run the shelter. Several areas of service are needed. Volunteers are needed for guest registration, food preparation, and monitoring guests over night. If you can help, please contact Marilyn Terry at (813) 503-0176."
40+ Catholic Singles will gather for a reflection on the Gospel by Deacon Ben Hooks followed by a social on Friday, February 24th from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m at Christ The King Parish, 821 South Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa. Please bring h'ordorves to share. Contact Darlene at dcyetta@aol.com or call Anne 813-876-9823.
To share the spiritual and temporal blessings that come to those who assist in developing God’s work, Please consider a sacrificial gift to the Annual Pastoral Appeal. Our Church needs your help, Thank you!
Summer Adventure Opportunities at Good Counsel Camp, Floral City, FL which is owned by the Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg. This is a co-ed residential camp for ages 7 - 15 offering 1 and 2 week sessions. Camp brochures are available at the parish office or can be requested by contacting the camp at (352) 726-1910 or email GoodCounselCamp@aol.com or visit our website at GoodCounselCamp.CatholicWeb.com
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Phone: (813) 885-7861
The Parish Office will be closed this Monday in observance of Presidents Day Memorials are special ways of honoring the people we love, whether they are living or deceased.
We will have only one Mass at 8:30am
We have a Memorial Opportunity available! We are in need of a Red Altar Cloth to be used for Pentecost, Good Friday, major feasts of martyrs and Confirmation. If you are interested in this memorial opportunity please call the parish office and speak with Irene.
THE DEADLINE FOR THE MARCH 4TH BULLETIN IS THIS TUESDAY!
The Incarnation job support ministry meets on Tuesday mornings from 9 to 11 at St. Brendan's room outside of St. Michaels Hall. If you are unemployed, underemployed, or trying to get back into the workforce, we invite you to join our group, a faith-based group of fellow members of our parish family, formed to provide support and assistance to help you get your "next" job. Email to: icjobsupport@hotmail.com
Fr. Michael, our Incarnation Choir and friends stand in front of St. Peter’s Basilica during their pilgrimage to Rome. More pictures to come!
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Séptimo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 19 de febrero de 2012 Si he borrado tus crímenes y no he querido acordarme de tus pecados, ha sido únicamente por amor de mí mismo. — Isaías 43:25 LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES Domingo: San Álvaro y Conrado Lunes: Día de los Presidentes; San Eleuterio Martes: San Pedro Damián; Mardi Gras Miércoles: Miércoles de Ceniza; Ayuno y Abstinencia; Nacimiento de Washington: Cátedra de San Pedro Jueves: San Policarpo; San Bartolomé Viernes: San Sergio La oficina parroquial estará cerrada mañana lunes, 20 de febrero, en celebración del Día de los Presidentes. La oficina estará abierta el martes, 21 de febrero.
22 de febrero - Las Misas serán: 7:00am, 8:30am (Escuela),12:10pm, 6:00pm (Español) y 7:30pm
ORACIÓN DE LA SEMANA 19 de febrero de 2012, Séptimo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Concédenos, Señor, ser dóciles a las inspiraciones de tu Espíritu para que realicemos siempre en nuestra vida tu santa voluntad. Por nuestro Señor Jesucristo, tu Hijo, que vive y reina contigo en la unidad del Espíritu Santo y es Dios por los siglos de los siglos. Pregunta de reflexión: ¿Qué puedo hacer esta semana para hacer en mi vida la santa voluntad de Dios? Tomado del Misal Romano, décimo quinta edición © 2006, Comisión Episcopal Mexicana, publicado por Obra Nacional de la Buena Prensa, México, D.F. Usado con permiso. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Company, Inc.
Todos los Viernes durante la Cuaresma
2, 9, 16, 23 y 30 de marzo, 2012 Las Damas Católicas de Incarnation (ICCW) como todos los años durante la Cuaresma tendrán la venta de pescado frito. Traiga a toda su familia. Salón St. Michael - Horario: 4pm - 7:30pm
Servicios Litúrgicos durante la Cuaresma Durante la Cuaresma tendremos el Vía Crucis en español todos los viernes a las 6:00pm en la Iglesia.
AYUNO Y ABSTINENCIA DURANTE LA CUARESMA Se les anima a todos los miembros de la Iglesia a cumplir con el ayuno durante la Cuaresma. Miércoles de Ceniza y el Viernes Santo son días de ayuno y de abstinencia de comer carne. Todos los viernes de Cuaresma son días de penitencia y de abstinencia de comer carne. Todos los Católicos desde 14 años están comprendidos bajo la ley de abstinencia. Todos los Católicos de 18 a 59 años están obligados al ayuno. Si alguna persona debido a una enfermedad o cualquiera otra razón no puede seguir estas regulaciones se le pide que practique cualquier otro sacrificio según su condición. Un pensamiento: "Sólo con amor puedes atar a los seres humanos. Si no, te rechazarán." –Phil Bosman
MARQUE SU CALENDARIO 11 de marzo-cambio de hora, adelante el reloj 1 hora 1 de abril - Domingo de Ramos de la Pasión del Señor 5 de abril - Jueves Santo 6 de abril - Viernes Santo 8 de abril - Domingo de Pascua de Resurrección 19 al 22 de abril - Carnaval Parroquial 5 y 6 de mayo - Primeras Comuniones
El Padre Diego Ossa lo invita al estudio del Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica Todos los miércoles a partir del 1 de febrero Lugar: Salón #2 de la escuela Hora: 7:00pm a 9:00pm
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19 de febrero de 2012 TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FE La cuaresma tiene sus raíces en la preparación para el bautismo de adultos y en el arrepentimiento de pecadores públicos. Ambas se concentran en la conversión y en especial en los tres pilares de la misma. La cuaresma nos da la oportunidad de encontrarnos de manera fuerte y vital con estos tres pilares: ayunar, ayudar y orar. Éstas son las prácticas cuaresmales que la iglesia ha ido proclamando y practicando desde tiempos antiguos. Son prácticas que los cristianos deberíamos emplear todos los días de nuestra vida, pero con mayor fervor durante la cuaresma para poder celebrar dignamente las fiestas de la Pasión, Muerte y Resurrección de nuestro Señor Jesucristo. La conversión es un proceso por el cual regresamos a participar de la vida divina que recibimos en el bautismo. Dios Padre mandó a su Hijo para salvarnos. He allí el por qué, el ayuno, el altruismo y la oración es colaborar con Dios. Dios mismo colabora con nosotros derramando su Espíritu en nuestros corazones. Con el poder del Espíritu Santo podemos practicar el ayunar, ayudar y orar de manera vital. —Fray Gilberto Cavazos Glz, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
NUESTRA CULTURA A veces, en la conciencia de los pueblos colonizados, puede hacerse difícil responder con claridad a ciertas preguntas. Se nos hace que es más fácil decir lo que los otros quieren escuchar. Decir no resulta difícil, aunque se sepa interiormente que ésa sería la respuesta verdadera y posible. ©Nuestra Parroquia
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LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: Sant 3:13-18; Mc 9:14-29 Martes: Sant 4:1-10; Mc 9:30-37 Miércoles: Jl 2:12-18; Sal 51 (50); 2 Cor 5:20 — 6:2; Mt 6:1-6, 16 -18 Jueves: Dt 30:15-20; Lc 9:22-25 Viernes: Is 58:1-9a; Mt 9:14-15 Sábado: Is 58:9b-14; Lc 5:27-32 Domingo: Gn 9:8-15; Sal 25 (24); 1 Pe 3:18-22; Mc 1:12-15
SAN POLICARPO (c. 60-155) 23 de febrero San Policarpo fue discípulo del apóstol Juan y conoció a Jesús por medio de él. Fue el mismo Juan quien lo consagró obispo de Esmirna (Turquía). Ahí predicó valientemente la fe y dirigió a su comunidad en tiempos de persecución, pues se les culpó de que “traían mala suerte” a la ciudad por adorar a Jesús y no a los dioses romanos. Dado que era el líder de la comunidad fue apresado y llevado ante las multitudes reunidas en la arena pública quienes pedían su muerte. Una vez ante la gente y el gobernador, éste le pidió que hablara en contra de Jesús, prometiéndole la libertad. Policarpo respondió: “Ochenta y seis años he servido al Señor Jesús y él no ha hecho nada malo. ¿Cómo crees que voy a blasfemar contra mi Señor y redentor? Soy cristiano”. Fue sentenciado a ser devorado por los leones, pero estos se apartaron de él. Posteriormente, el gobernador ordenó que se le quemara vivo, pero el fuego no le hizo daño. Lleno de furia ordenó que lo degollaran y mandó que su cuerpo fuera quemado.- Miguel Arias, © Copyright, J. S. Paluch Co.