Church of the Incarnation
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PARISH OFFICE Hours: 9am - 4pm 5124 Gateway Dr. , Tampa, FL 33615 Ph. 813.885.7861 Fax: 813.884.3624 www.icctampa.org
SCHOOL OFFICE 5111 Webb Rd., Tampa, FL 33615 Ph. 813.884.4502 Fax: 813.885.3734 www.icstampa.org CLERGY Rev. Michael Suszynski, Pastor Rev. Jairo Atehortua Parochial Vicar Rev. Philip Clement, Parochial Vicar Deacon Pablo Maldonado Deacon Ramon Rodriguez
STAFF Parish Business Administrator - Paul Hunter phunter@icctampa.org Facility Manager - Dave Arnold darnold@icctampa.org / 919-4284 Parish Secretary - Irene Martinez imartinez@icctampa.org Receptionist/ Bulletin Editor - Silvia Rivera srivera@icctampa.org Director of Music - Alex Groppe agroppe@icctampa.org Asst. Director of Music (Spanish) - David Funes dfunes@icctampa.org Director of Faith Formation - Carmen Cayon ccayon@icctampa.org Sacrament Prep. & Youth Ministry - Philomena Johnson pjohnson@icctampa.org
MASS SCHEDULE
Today’s feast seem like it should be celebrated in Holy Week. Didn’t we observe that on Good Friday? Perhaps the Church is reminding us that the cross of Jesus’ death is a powerful sign of God’s love for sinners—a sign that we don’t have to wait for Lent to seek that forgiveness, or even to offer it to others. Why should we forgive those who hurt us? The Gospel this Sunday gives us a couple of good reasons. Since God did not send Jesus “into the world to condemn the world” (John 3:17), we cannot condemn others. Does that mean we have to let someone hurt us over and over? No, it is possible to forgive someone and also prevent them from hurting us, if we do it with love. Since forgiveness is part of love, it is also part of tough love. That is why the cross is such a powerful symbol. It challenges us to accept suffering for Jesus’ sake. It reminds us that sometimes our cross is simply forgiving someone rather than hurting them back or hating them. If Jesus gave his life to forgive us, how willing are we to spread that forgiveness around? Tom Schmidt, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: 1 Cor 11:17-26, 33; Ps 40:7-10, 17 or Ps 31:2-6, 15-16, 20; Jn 19:25-27 or Lk 2:33-35 Tuesday: 1 Cor 12:12-14, 27-31a; Ps 100:1-5; Lk 7:11-17 Wednesday: 1 Cor 12:31 — 13:13; Ps 33:2-5, 12, 22; Lk 7:31-35 Thursday: 1 Cor 15:1-11; Ps 118:1b-2, 16ab-17, 28; Lk 7:36-50 Friday: 1 Cor 15:12-20; Ps 17:1bcd, 6-8b, 15; Lk 8:1-3 Saturday: 1 Cor 15:35-37, 42-49; Ps 56:10c-14; Lk 8:4-15 Sunday: Is 55:6-9; Ps 145:2-3, 8-9, 17-18; Phil 1:20c-24, 27a; Mt 20:1-16a
Monday through Friday: 7:00am & 8:30am Saturday: 8:30am & 4:30pm (Vigil)
TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION
Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am (signed),
On this date in 335 two churches and a shrine erected by Constantine over the empty grave of Jesus and over the place of the crucifixion were dedicated. After these were destroyed by the Persians in 614, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, which still stands, was erected by the Crusaders in 1149. Today also commemorates the event that led to the building of the churches dedicated in 335: the discovery of the “true cross” by St. Helena, Constantine’s mother, in 326.
& 12pm MISAS EN ESPAÑOL: Domingos a la 1:30pm Viernes a las 6:30pm LATIN MASS: Sundays at 4:30pm CONFESSIONS: Saturdays - 2:30pm to 3:30pm in Church Or by appointment DEVOTIONS Morning Prayer Group: Liturgy of the Hours Mon., Tue., Thurs., Fri. & Sat.: 8:10am - 8:25am ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Every 1st Friday following the 8:30 am Mass until 6:15pm ROSARY: Thursdays at 11:30am in the chapel ROSARIO EN ESPAÑOL - Jueves de 5:30pm6:30pm en la capilla
According to one legend, St. Helena traveled to Jerusalem on pilgrimage, in search of the true cross. Workers she hired dug through a pagan temple that had been erected on the site of the Crucifixion by Hadrian and found three crosses. A dying woman was brought in, and touched by each cross in succession, the last of which healed her. Helena ordered that this cross be divided in three parts, one to be kept in Jerusalem and the other two to be sent to Constantinople and Rome. The pieces in Jerusalem and Constantinople were ultimately lost. Slivers were taken from the portion that went to Rome until eventually it was scattered around the world. Of course, the significance of the true cross lies not in the wood itself but in the burden that it bore. As a faithful Christian, what crosses do you accept in your life today? —Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
The Exaltation of the Holy Cross
September 14, 2014
† MASS INTENTIONS † SUNDAY - SEPTEMBER 14 - THE EXALTATION OF THE CROSS 7:30 A.M. +Salvatore Stagno by Daughter 9:00 A.M. (SI) For Peace in the World by Ana Rodriguez 10:30 A.M. +Nick and +Cathy Paccione by Loretta 12:00 P.M. +Joseph McFalls by Wife and Family 1:30 P.M. +Ana Rita Arroyave by John Arroyave and Family 4:30 P.M. PEOPLE OF INCARNATION MONDAY - SEPTEMBER 15 - OUR LADY OF SORROWS 7:00 A.M. +Alan Byrne by Terence Lynch and Christine Dowling 8:30 A.M. (SI) In Thanksgiving by Arlene TUESDAY - SEPTEMBER 16 - ST. CORNELIUS, POPE, MARTYR 7:00 A.M. 8:30 A.M. +Marie Smith by Shirley Smith WEDNESDAY - SEPTEMBER 17 - ST. ROBERT BELLARMINE, BISHOP 7:00 A.M. 8:30 A.M. +Nicholas Morgan by George Morgan THURSDAY - SEPTEMBER 18 7:00 A.M. 8:30 A.M. FRIDAY - SEPTEMBER 19 - ST. JANUARIS, BISHOP AND MARTYR 7:00 A.M. +E. D. Miler by Ginny 8:30 A.M. (SI) Frank and Margaret Gargaliano 50th Wedding Anniversary 6:30 P.M. +Jose Fajardo by Family SATURDAY - SEPTEMBER 20 - STS. ANDREW KIM AND COMPANIONS, MARTYRS 8:30 A.M. 4:30 P.M. +Yohana Portela by Maria Portela SUNDAY - SEPTEMBER 21 - TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 7:30 A.M. PEOPLE OF INCARNATION 9:00 A.M. +Ray Pomponio by Norma Colacchio 10:30 A.M. (SI) In Thanksgiving by Marisol Sebire 12:00 P.M. +Amparo and +Ismael Rincon by Carlina 1:30 P.M. +Xiomara Velez by Xiomara Campos 4:30 P.M.
SACRIFICIAL GIFTS OF TREASURE OFFERTORY (First Collection) is used solely for the operation and maintenance of the parish. Weekly Target ................................................. $23,000.00 09/07/2014 Offertory Donations ..................... $19,256.08 Shortfall……………………………………….$ 3,743.92 Helping Hand................................................... $ 100.50 Sound System……...………………………….$ 535.00 Mission Co-Op……………………….……….$ 5,303.00 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.
If you would like to add or remove a name, e-mail Silvia Rivera at: srivera@icctampa.org or call the parish office 813-885-7861. Jeannette Abrenica Joyce Adams Thomas Baffil Lucas Baker Maria Barrios Gisela Brandes Judith Brown Ted Brown Kay Burgess Frank Burke Sandy Cacacie Dolores Carlson Carmen Casar Linda Casares Bill Cawley Crimilda Crespo Nellie Cruz Leslie D’ Elia Michael Delgado Vito Demalteris Enid Diaz Bonnie Domini Mary Ellen Dorney Jan Douglas Edward Drost Manuel Duran Germaine Dutton Nila Espinola Richard Fanelli Tasha Feller Joy Galante Jimmy Garad William Gareau Sal Giordano Michael Griffin
Robert Hasty Joanne Hellenbrand Letty Hernandez Janet Hogsten Penni Hollis June Jebson Peter Jebson Mary Jones John A. Keene Mimi Kuhla Erika Lacayo Debbie Langston Helen Lawrence Susan Lestock Tom Lom Janet Losinski Lance Losinski Reinaldo Macias Anna Marshall Shay Martins Matthew McClane, Sr.
Marie Mendez Johnny Montano John Nevadomski Ladys Nuesi Alicia Oacio David Ortiz Lisa Paige Sandy Palermo Sammy Parker Bob Patterson JR Pearce Germaine Pempsell Patrick Pempsell Henry Perez
Kim Perez Mary Perkinson Ofelia Pineda Bernard Rafferty, Sr. Irvin Rivera, Jr. Dewey Roberts Jim Rogers Juan C. Sanchez Lydia Santiago Thomas Santiago T. Sasikumar Annette Scalise Donald Schirmer Dawn Seifert John Semago Phil Sheridan Kody Sir Jack Skelly John Skiers Dianna Slowey Thomas
Charles Stachowyek Ann Sullivan Shirley Sullivan Ivy Valdes Ines Velazquez Ingrid Velez Rosa Villanueva William Vitto Rose Vrabel Brett Wallick Jerry Wegman Elvia White Nick Wolf Amy Workman Lupita
PV2 Chad Michael Burgess PV2 Angelique Burgess SGT Damian Patrick Bumm SPC Timothy Haley Brian McPhillips, Afghanistan
09/04/2014 Renovation Donations…………...$ 4,173.50
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: phunter@icctampa.org.
Thank You, Buds Blooms & Beyond for your donation of flower arrangements for our church and chapel. 11234 W. Hillsborough Ave. Tampa, FL 33635 (813)818-9600 (800)531-2837 www.budsbloomsandbeyond.com
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Church of the Incarnation Director of Faith Formation & R.C.I.A.
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FAITH FORMATION
Carmen Cayon ccayon@icctampa.org
Grades Pk-12 Sacrament Preparation & Youth Ministry Philomena Johnson pjohnson@icctampa.org
Young Adult Ministry Fr. Philip Clement fclement@icctampa.org
"Proeliatores Dei" is our parish's young adult group. Young adult parishioners ages 18-28 are welcome to join us every Thursday night from 7:30 - 9:00 in the Lion's Lair for faith, fun, and fraternity. For more information, please go to our website: www.thewarriorsofgod.org or call Fr. Philip at the church office (813-885-7861). We hope to see you there!
OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY!! Please take this opportunity to meet your child/children’s Catechist this Sunday. Open House times are 10:15am -10:30am in the Pavilion with Philomena Johnson. 10:30am -11:10am first session and 11:15am -11:45am for the second session. Please keep our Catechists in your prayers as they begin another year of passing on their faith to the children and teens of our Parish. We have met over the summer to work on lesson plans, as well as spiritual growth for ourselves. Thank you for your continued support and prayers for all of our catechists and for our teens who assist them in the classroom every Sunday. **If you feel God calling you to help in our Faith Formation Program please give either Philomena Johnson or Carmen Cayon a call to set up an appointment to meet at 813-885-7861. FIRST RECONCILIATION/FIRST COMMUNION (Sacrament Prep) REGISTRATION deadline is Sept. 30th. Please contact Philomena Johnson in the Faith Formation Office at 813-885-7861 for information.
CONFIRMATION for teens – Registration deadline is Sept. 30th. Please contact Philomena Johnson in the Faith Formation Office at 813-885-7861 for information.
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TREE OF LIFE MEMORIALS ALTAR SERVERS - David Smith - iccaltarservers@gmail.com EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS - If you would like to join this ministry contact Frank Salamone Phone: 813-205-8259 Email: fsalamone2003@yahoo.com READERS - Will Beran - 882-0178 ENVIRONMENT/ART - Connie Hennessey - 884-8326 USHERS - Tom Osborn - 885-3829 VISITORS OF THE SICK - Fr. Jairo Atehortua - 885-7861 BIBLE STUDY - Carmen Cayon - 885-7861 CARNIVAL - Dave Arnold - 919-4284 COLUMBIETTES - Maureen Finch - 885-1065 or maureen4@tampabay.rr.com. Meet every 2nd Thursday at 7:00pm, St. Patrick's Room FINANCE COUNCIL - Tim Madden - 831-9770 tmmadden@tampabay.rr.com HELPING HAND - Paul Hunter - 885-7861 ICCW - INCARNATION COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN Alma Shamblin - 886-9365 Gen. Mtg. 1st Thursdays - Rosary at 7pm - Mtg. starts at 7:30pm JOB SEARCH SUPPORT - Hilda Lyons - icjobsupport@hotmail.com Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. at the Town ’N Country Public Library KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 4th Degree Assembly 2984 Harry - 813-765-5725 - meets every 3rd Monday at 7:30 PM KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS - For membership information - Dave Shively - 813-525-5839 or Ralph Galera - 813-792-8950.
In memory of a loved one who 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.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK gives spiritual strength in the face of suffering. A Parish priest is on call 24 hrs. in cases of emergency and is available for appointments. Call the Parish Office at 8857861. 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 727-345-3338. HOMEBOUND MINISTRY - Eucharistic Ministers are available to bring Holy Communion to the sick at home. Please call the Parish Office at 885-7861 to make arrangements.
LIFE MINISTRY - Teresa Trubilla - 841-6563 - Trubilla@mac.com MUSIC MINISTRY - Alex Groppe - agroppe@icctampa.org Tuesday Rehearsals, 7 - 9pm in the Church Music Room PRAYER SHAWL GROUP - Silvia Rivera - 885-7861 2nd Tuesday, 7:00pm in Faith Formation Office RELIGIOUS ARTICLES STORE - Connie Hennessey - 884-8326 SPECIAL EDUCATION - Mary Thomson - 884-8040 STEWARDSHIP - Tim Madden - 831-9770 tmmadden@tampabay.rr.com THAT MAN IS YOU - Michael Rivera - 598-0972 Tuesdays at 5:15am in St. Francis Room 12 STEP MEETINGS - Mary at 813-884-7171 Men's Closed Meetings - Tuesday, 7 pm St. Patrick's Room Closed Meetings - Wednesday, 7 pm St. Patrick's Room Al-Anon Closed Meetings - Wednesday, 7 pm St. Francis Room 2
Pope Francis Tweet for the Week!
CABALLEROS DE COLÓN - Información - Félix Cayon 813-8844052 o Ralph Galera 813-792-8950. COMITÉ PASTORAL HISPANO - Padre Jairo - 885-7861 fatehortua@icctampa.org Se reúne el tercer jueves de cada mes CORO HISPANO - David Funes - dfunes@icctampa.org miércoles a las 7:00pm y los domingos a las 12:00 pm EMAUS DAMAS - Liliana Astete 646-339-4286 y Doris Quirindongo (813) 843-6654. Miércoles de por medio 7pm. EMAUS HOMBRES - Stevenson Quirindongo
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ESCUELA DE EVANGELIZACIÓN JUAN PABLO II María Teresa Aguilar 813-315 0925. Viernes 7pm, salón de clase #3. GRUPO DE JOVENES - Carmen Cayón - 885-7861. GRUPO DE JOVENES ADULTOS - Ana Acevedo al 359-7722. Viernes, 7:30pm, salón de conferencia. GRUPO DE MATRIMONIOS - Lecy y Dante Sánchez - 850-4526. Viernes, 7:30pm, salón St. Francis 1. GRUPO DE ORACIÓN - Juan Estévez 813-545-8744 o Reina Borjas al 813-249-0986. Martes 7:30pm, salón St. Michael. LECTORES - Alan Aguilar- 315-0928 LEGIÓN DE MARÍA - Azucena Zavala 813-410-5737 o Myriam Freyre 813-516-2239 Sábado 9:30am, salón St. Francis.
Jesus is the Good Shepherd. He seeks us out and he stays
MINISTROS DE EUCARISTÍA - Tito Bello - 516-2619
near us even though we are sinners, indeed because we
MONAGUILLOS - Doris Quirindongo - 843-6654
are sinners.
UJIERES - José Guaba - 504-5538
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Incarnation Parish Family Dinner & Can Food Drive Sponsored by Incarnation K of C Council 8612
WHEN: October 4, 2014 6pm - 9pm WHERE: St. Michael’s Hall COST: $5.00 Adults + 1 non-perishable food item/person
$2.50 Children 2-12 + 1 non-perishable food item/child WHAT: Spaghetti and meatballs, salad, desert and ice tea
EXHIBITORS NEEDED! Incarnation’s Council of Catholic Women will host its Annual Holiday Market on Sunday, November 23, 2014. Exhibitors interested in participating can contact Connie Hennessey at 813-884-8326. Do not wait, there are limited inside spaces available! Event Description: A fun filled Holiday Festival: Featuring door prizes, music, delicious food and an art fair. Nice family event! Free Admission and Parking.
Music for young and old. Pie baking contest. Games and activities for the whole family! Beverages: Soda, beer and wine available Tickets: Gazebo on September 14th and September 21st Contact: Stan Zgurzynski at 813-885-5228
To raise funds for St. Michael’s new air conditioner. Please join us Saturday, February 14th 5:30 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. St. Michael’s Social Hall 8220 W. Hillsborough Ave. Tampa, FL 33615
Lectors: 2014-2015 Training Dates Mark your calendars and Plan to attend ONE of these Day
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You are cordially invited to attend St. Valentine’s Gala
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Monday
September 29, 2014
7:00-9:00 PM
Saturday
December 6, 2014
10:00 AM - Noon
Thursday
March 19, 2015
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June 13, 2015
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Hospitality Sunday Prayer for Protection against Storms & Hurricanes Our Father in Heaven through the intercession of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, spare us during this Hurricane season from all harm. Protect us and our homes from all disasters of nature. Our Lady of Prompt Succor, hasten to help us. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen
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“The Best of Fathers” Fr. Philip Scott Family of Jesus The Healer, Chaclacayo, Peru Tuesday, Sept 23rd, 2014 Higg ins Hall a t St. Lawrence Ca tho lic Ch urch 5225 N Himes Ave, Tampa, FL 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. SUGG ESTED DONA TION - $15 /per son P l e as e RSV P to mc a l l ah 2 @ t a mp aba y . r r . co m
WE ARE CALLED TO BEAR WITNESS TO THE CROSS When we “bear witness to the cross” we show the world the truth of Jesus’ message. We are called to imitate Jesus—his attitudes and his actions. Jesus’ attitude was that he “did not regard equality with God something to be grasped” (Philippians 2:6). His action was that he emptied himself, “becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross” (2:8). This is surely a difficult path to follow. But the ones who follow it find that it brings great joy. And even our ordinary experience can teach us that when we cease to “grasp” at something we thought we had to have, life suddenly becomes easier. This is a mystery, and we struggle to understand it. But, more important even than understanding, we are called to live the mystery in our daily attitudes and actions. In living it, we bear witness to the truth of the cross before others. Today’s Readings: Num 21:4b–9; Ps 78:1–2, 34–38; Phil 2:6 –11; Jn 3:13–17 Copyright © J. S. Paluch Company
MERCY Dost thou wish to receive mercy? Show mercy to thy neighbor. —St. John Chrysostom
FAITH Faith is the union of God with the soul. —St. John of the Cross
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Workshops for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC/MESC), Readers/Lectors, and Cantors in English and Spanish. Those who are preparing for or just entering either of these ministries are encouraged to attend one of these sessions. Any current liturgical ministers who might want to participate for a “refresher” are welcome to participate. This is not the Safe Environment training for those who serve the sick and the homebound. ♦
Workshops in English - Saturday, September 27, 2014: 9:00am - noon St. Francis Cabrini, Spring Hill 9:00am - noon Nativity Parish, Brandon 9:00am - noon Sacred Heart Parish, Pinellas Park (EMHC/Reader Only)
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Workshop in Spanish - Saturday, September 27, 2014: 9:00am - noon Holy Cross Parish, St. Petersburg (MESC/Lectores) Please register online by September 23, 2014. The link can be found on the Office of Worship webpage: http://home.catholicweb.com/dosp_ofw/
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La Exaltación de la Santa Cruz 14 de septiembre de 2014 Cristo se anonadó a sí mismo tomando la condición de siervo, y se hizo semejante a los hombres. — Filipenses 2:7
Domingo 14 de Septiembre. Exaltación de le Cruz Reflexionando la Palabra de Dios Nosotros recordamos con mucho cariño y veneración la Santa Cruz porque en ella murió nuestro Redentor Jesucristo, y con heridas que allí padeció pagó Cristo nuestras inmensas deudas con Dios y nos consiguió la salvación. Fijémonos cuando hacemos la señal de la Cruz. Observemos, por ejemplo, a los pocos deportistas que se santiguan en el campo. ¿Cómo les parece esa cruz que se hacen? ¿No es cierto que más parece un garabato que una señal de la Cruz? ¿Cómo hacemos nosotros la señal de la Cruz? El siguiente testimonio nos puede ayudar a corregirnos, en caso de que no la hagamos bien. Cuando la Virgen María se le apareció por primera vez a Santa Bernardita en Lourdes (Año 1859), la niña al ver a la Virgen quiso hacerse la señal de la cruz. Pero cuando llegó con los dedos frente a la cara, se le quedó paralizada la mano. La Virgen entonces hizo la señal de la cruz muy despacio desde la frente hasta el pecho, y desde el hombro izquierdo hasta el derecho. Y tan pronto como terminó de hacerse la señal de la cruz, a la niña se le soltó la mano y pudo hacerla ella también. Y con esto entendió que Nuestra Señora le había querido dar una lección: que es necesario santiguarnos más despacio y con devoción. La Cruz resume toda la teología sobre Dios, sobre el misterio de la salvación en Cristo, sobre la vida cristiana. La Cruz nos representa a un Dios trascendente, pero cercano; un Dios que ha querido vencer el mal con su propio dolor; un Cristo que es Juez y Señor, pero a la vez Siervo, que ha querido llegar a la total entrega de sí mismo, como imagen del amor y de la condescendencia de Dios; un Cristo que en su Pascua ha dado al mundo la reconciliación y la Nueva Alianza entre la humanidad y Dios. Jesús no ha venido a suprimir el sufrimiento: el sufrimiento seguirá presente entre nosotros. Tampoco ha venido para explicarlo: seguirá siendo un misterio. Ha venido para acompañarlo con su presencia. En presencia del dolor y muerte de Jesús, no podemos rebelarnos ante nuestro sufrimiento ni ante el sufrimiento de los inocentes, aunque siga siendo un tremendo misterio. Jesús cargó con la Cruz y nos invita a que cada uno de nosotros lo imitemos también en esto. No hay camino sin Cruz. Dios regala la Cruz a quienes ama, a quienes quiere regalar también con muchos otros bienes. En la Cruz nos encontramos y unimos a Cristo. Busquémoslo siempre allí. Él, con sus brazos extendidos, nos espera para regalarnos el abrazo de su infinito amor. La Cruz ilumina toda nuestra vida. Nos da esperanza. Nos enseña el camino. Nos asegura la victoria de Cristo, a través de la renuncia a sí mismo, y nos compromete a seguir el mismo estilo de vida para llegar a participar en el cielo de la vida del Resucitado. P. Jairo 9|
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Señor, enséñame a esperar. Enséñame a esperar con paciencia y en tu presencia, que nunca desespere ni mis sueños perezcan. Señor... Enséñame a controlar mi temperamento, que mi paciencia aprenda a esperar bajo tu gracia y tu promesa. Señor... Enséñame a ser frágil y madurar, sin desconfiar del camino nuevo que tienes para mí... siempre dispuesto a mejorar, sin quejarme de la angustia y los sinsabores. Señor... Enséñame a ser humilde sabiendo que es un don hermoso. Enséñame a esperar confiado, sabiendo que no he de fatigarme... Enséñame a recibir el mensaje revelado por ti y alcanzarlo. Señor... Enséñame a mantener tu propósito... que con alegría me sienta amado, sabiendo que con tu amor me has cuidado... y con tu bondad me has rodeado. CENA FAMILIAR DE LA PARROQUIA DE ENCARNACIÓN Patrocinado por los Caballeros de Colon Consejo 8612 Todos están invitados a nuestra Cena Familiar el 4 de octubre, 2014 en el salón St. Michael de 6pm a 9pm. El plato consiste de espagueti y albóndigas, ensalada, pan, postre y té helado. Habrá servicio de bar con refrescos, cervezas y vino. Disfrute de música y baile además de juegos para toda la familia! Costo: $5 por adulto y $2.50 por niño entre las edades de 2 a 12. Se les pide que cada persona traiga un producto no perecedero para nuestro banco de alimentos. Los boletos estarán a la venta en el Gazebo el 14 y el 21 de septiembre. Para más información contacte a Stan Zgurzynski al 813-885-5228.
La Experiencia Emaús Retiro de Hombres Este es el momento para renovar y profundizar su relación con el Señor. Es un vehículo para conocer otros hombres de la parroquia que también están buscando una verdadera amistad con el Señor Jesús. Este retiro se llevara acabo los días 3, 4, & 5 del mes de Octubre en Tampa FL y se proveerá transporte. El costo será de $100 ( Incluye cuarto, comidas y programa). Las inscripciones están disponibles después de la misa. Para más información llamar a Stevenson Quirindongo (813) 817-9321, Juan Caba (813) 531-2035, o Juan Miguel (813) 475-9709.
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LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: 1 Cor 11:17-26, 33; Sal 40 (39):7-10, 17 o Sal 31 (30): 2-6, 15-16, 20; Jn 19:25-27 ó Lc 2:33-35 Martes: 1 Cor 12:12-14, 27-31a; Sal 100 (99):1-5; Lc 7:11-17 Miércoles: 1 Cor 12:31 — 13:13; Sal 33 (32):2-5, 12, 22; Lc 7:31-35 Jueves: 1 Cor 15:1-11; Sal 118 (117):1b-2, 16ab-17, 28; Lc 7:36-50 Viernes: 1 Cor 15:12-20; Sal 17 (16):1bcd, 6-8b, 15; Lc 8:1-3 Sábado: 1 Cor 15:35-37, 42-49; Sal 56 (55):10c-14; Lc 8:4-15 Domingo: Is 55:6-9; Sal 145 (144):2-3, 8-9, 17-18; Fil 1:20c-24, 27a; Mt 20:1-16a
Solicitamos DONACIONES Para el festival de Sabor Latino 2014 que tendrá lugar el 25 de Octubre en nuestra Parroquia. El evento será a Beneficio de las familias menos privilegiadas para que logren obtener su cena en el día de Acción de Gracias y Navidad. Las donaciones podrán hacerse en platos típicos de cada país, postres o dinero. Para cualquier información en como participar en este acto de amor por favor contactarse con Aminta Westbrook-Taveras en amintawt@gmail.com o directamente con la oficina parroquial 813-885-7861. Muchas gracias y grandes bendiciones. Anote en su calendario, esperamos verle por allí, habrá buena música, entretenimiento, sorpresas, amistad y mucho más.
Gracias
|10 CON JESÚS TODO ES POSIBLE. NO CAMBIE DE PAREJA, CAMBIE DE ACTITUD. Asista a las reuniones del GRUPO DE PAREJAS MDS y reciba el apoyo. El ser pacientes, humildes, comprensivos y amorosos no es fácil...Invitamos a todas las parejas casadas o no casadas para que participen de nuestro grupo para su crecimiento. Tenemos charlas todos los viernes en el salón St. Francis a las 7:30 pm. Sin costo alguno. Ofrecemos cuidado de los niños. El próximo retiro inolvidable de parejas será en Septiembre 26, 27 y 28. Para mayor información comunicarse con Lecy o Dante al (813) 850-4526.
LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura — Cuando los que habían sido mordidos por las víboras miraban a la serpiente de bronce se curaban (Números 21:4-9). Salmo — No olvidemos las hazañas del Señor (Salmo 78 [77]). Segunda lectura — Porque Jesucristo asumió la forma de un esclavo, Dios lo exaltó (Filipenses 2:6-11). Evangelio — El Hijo del Hombre tiene que ser puesto en alto para que todos los que creen en él tengan vida eterna (Juan 3:13 -17).