Incarnation Catholic Church Bulletin 9-18-22

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

I pray these lines find all doing well and staying dry – as I write this is raining like crazy which ends up being really great for all the new plants we have around the Church.

We hear today all about not being able to serve two masters, we hear about wealth, about being prudent and trustworthy. If you have been reading all my articles (you are truly a saint) I am sure you are noticing a trend. All of these qualities mentioned come down to having our priorities in check.

The Lord has amazing plans for each and every one of us. Each and every one of us have specific gifts and talents that we are meant to share and utilize for the ultimate betterment of the world. In doing this we are being good stewards, making the most out of what we have been given. An example would be that God has given me a bit of a singing voice and he expects me to use it whenever I can – luckily, I get to share it by singing Mass parts. And just think – how sad and tragic would it be if I did not share jokes with you weekly – some gifts are painful. LOL

Bottom line, it states in another part of Scripture – Eye has not seen, and ear has not heard what God has ready for those who love Him. One translation of this is that Heaven is going to be absolutely and infinitely better than we can ever imagine. This is not the reason for us to do our best BUT, knowing that we are loved by our Creator, knowing He cares for us, supports us and wants only what is best for us, should make us want to live our lives to the fullest and be the best YOU the world will ever experience! Have a great week, Love, Fr. Mike

2022 Missionary Cooperation Appeal Today after all Masses

Our parish is filled with caring, generous people who have embraced our new Catholic Ministry Appeal and the good that it brings to our parish and to our diocese. Thank you to everyone who have made a sacrificial gift and helped us reach our parish financial goal. Your generosity to the Catholic Ministry Appeal supports the mission of Jesus Christ, allowing us to bring God’s love and mercy past our parish boundaries through ministries, programs and services provided by our local Church. Thank you!

CLERGY

Rev. Michael Cormier, Pastor

Rev. Michael Owen, Parochial Vicar

Deacon Ramon Rodriguez

Deacon Matt Shirina

Deacon Jim Minary

Deacon Frank Julian

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

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

There will be a special collection taken this weekend. Your generosity will be a wonderful blessing for The Daughters of Mary Help of Christians.

SUNDAY - SEPTEMBER 18 - 25th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

7:00 A.M. + Hazel Carnegie & Irene McCoy

9:00 A.M. People of Incarnation

11:00 A.M. + Laura Bartlett

1:00 P.M. + Mercedes Andia de Vera

MONDAY - SEPTEMBER 19

7:00 A.M. + Manuel Duran, Jr

TUESDAY - SEPTEMBER 20

7:00 A.M. + Jose M. Arrieta

WEDNESDAY - SEPTEMBER 21

7:00 A.M. + All Souls in Purgatory

THURSDAY - SEPTEMBER 22

7:00 A.M. (SI) Julie & Lorraine Kantner

FRIDAY - SEPTEMBER 23

7:00 A.M. (SI) Joyce & Paul Posoli

SATURDAY - SEPTEMBER 24

9:00 A.M. + Rick Boucher 4:00 P.M. + George Bohnenberger

SUNDAY - SEPTEMBER 25 - 26th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

7:00 A.M. + James Francis Parker

9:00 A.M. People of Incarnation

11:00 A.M. (SI) Priests of Incarnation

1:00 P.M. + Felicia Taveras

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.

Cicelia Acevedo

Christian Alexander

Nora Alonso

Annie Apolinario

Malani Blanco

Edwin Borges

Tricia Costa Yolanda Cedeno

Olga Cora

Luke Curtis Roland Hiltz

Leslie Kennedy

Ana Marcicano

Deborah Martinez

Matt McLane

Melissa McLane

Conner Mills

Donna Mills

Sandra Palermo

Jorge Paredes

Jose Rodriguez

Sandi Scott

Nancy Shirina

Stachowiak family

Kathleen Stachowiak

Meg Stacy Earl Strawder

Misael Suero

Monica Zaremba

PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY

2LT 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

A1C 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

A1C Aaron Wilson

Monday: Prv 3:27-34; Ps 15:2-5; Lk 8:16-18

TODAY’S READINGS FOR

Tuesday: Prv 21:1-6, 10-13; Ps 119:1, 27, 30, 34, 35, 44; Lk 8:19-21

Wednesday: Eph 4:1-7, 11-13; Ps 19:2-5; Mt 9:9-13

Thursday: Eccl 1:2-11; Ps 90:3-6, 12-14, 17bc; Lk 9:7-9

Friday: Eccl 3:1-11; Ps 144:1b, 2abc, 3-4; Lk 9:18-22

Saturday: Eccl 11:9 — 12:8; Ps 90:3-6, 12-14, 17; Lk 9:43b-45

Sunday: Am 6:1a, 4-7; Ps 146:7-10; 1 Tm 6:11-16; Lk 16:19-31

For your donation of flower our church. 11234 W. Hillsborough Ave. Tampa, FL 33635 | (813) 818 - 9600

First Reading — The Lord never forgets the sins of those who take advantage of the poor (Amos 8:4-7).

Psalm — Praise the Lord who lifts up the poor (Psalm 113).

Second Reading —Pray to the Lord, who wants everyone to be saved (1 Timothy 2:1-8).

Gospel — Be trustworthy in all things. Serve God, the only master, not mammon (Luke 16:1-13 [10-13]).

Eucharist Minister & Reader Workshops

Registration is now open for one of our fall workshops for new & experienced Readers and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion at Mass. The Office of Worship is conducting these workshops in four (4) locations throughout the Diocese of St. Petersburg, three will be offered in English and one will be offered in Spanish. These workshops offer a great opportunity for veteran ministers to reflect upon their ministry and to updated their skills. New ministers have found them to give a wonderful foundation and understanding for their involvement in these ministries https://www.dosp.org/eucharist-minister-readerworkshops/#

SCHEDULE:

•8:30 a.m. – Check in & Hospitality

•9 a.m. – Opening Prayer

•9:15 a.m. – General Session on Ministry

•9:45 a.m. – Breakout Sessions: READER or EMHC

•11:30 a.m. – Adjourn

COST: $5 per person – Parishes will be billed later only for those who attend.

TO REGISTER, click on the appropriate date (PLEASE NOTE there are two different weekends) & parish location below:

Saturday, October 1: Espiritu Santo, Safety Harbor

Saturday, October 1: Most Holy Redeemer, Tampa Saturday, October 15: Incarnation, Tampa (SPANISH) Saturday October 15: St. Scholastica, Lecanto Contact Douglas Reatini Diocese of St. Petersburg 727-344-1611, ext. 5418

Talleres de Ministros y Lectores de Eucaristía

La inscripción ya está abierta para uno de nuestros talleres de otoño para Lectores nuevos y experimentados y Ministros Extraordinarios de la Sagrada Comunión en la Misa. La Oficina de Adoración está realizando estos talleres en cuatro (4) ubicaciones en toda la Diócesis de St. Petersburg, se ofrecerán tres en inglés y se ofrecerá uno en español. Estos talleres ofrecen una gran oportunidad para que los ministros veteranos reflexionen sobre su ministerio y actualicen sus habilidades. Los nuevos ministros han descubierto que brindan una maravillosa base y comprensión para su participación en estos ministerios. https:// www.dosp.org/eucharist-minister-reader-workshops# ¡Regístrate a CRONOGRAMA:

•8:30 am – Check in y Hospitalidad

•9 a.m. – Oración de apertura

•9:15 am – Sesión General sobre Ministerio

•9:45 am – Sesiones de trabajo: READER o EMHC

•11:30 – Clausura

Registration has begun for Faith Formation classes, and we are asking for those that may teach now or have taught in the past to contact the Faith Formation Office if they would like to be a catechist. We have been blessed with an amazing Group of catechists, but we have a few, who after many dedicated years have retired from this part of their stewardship. With that in mind we do need some catechist and assistant catechist. If you feel God is calling you to help pass on our Faith to the children and youth of our Parish, please contact Deacon Matt or Judy Licari at (813) 884-3624 and see where your gifts and talents can be used. IN ORDINARY TIME

COSTO: $ 5 por persona : las parroquias se facturarán más tarde solo para los que asistan. PARA REGISTRARSE, haga clic en la fecha apropiada ( TENGA EN CUENTA que hay dos fines de semana diferentes) y el enlace de ubicación de la parroquia a continuación: Sábado 1 de octubre: Espiritu Santo, Safety Harbor

Sábado 1 de octubre: Santísimo Redentor, Tampa Sábado 15 de octubre: Encarnación, Tampa (ESPAÑOL)

Sábado 15 de octubre: Santa Escolástica, Lecanto Contacto Douglas Reatini Diocese of St. Petersburg 727-344-1611, ext, 5418

SAVE THE DATE SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH

Why is Priesthood Sunday important?

Catholics are invited to observe Vatican-backed worldwide events, namely, World Day of Prayer for Vocations and World Day for Consecrated Life. In the United States, we also have National Vocation Awareness Week and National Catholic Sisters Week. Priesthood Sunday, however, specifically honors priests, without whom the Mass could not be offered and Sacraments could not be celebrated.

HOMELESS LUNCHEON AT INCARNATION CHURCH EVERY MONTH

WE ARE HAVING A HOMELESS LUNCHEON EVERY MONTH AT INCARNATION CHURCH, AND THE HOMELESS ARE IN GREAT NEED OF SOCKS AND TOILETRIES.

IF YOU CAN DONATE 1 PAIR OF NEW SOCKS, WE APPRECIATE IT. THERE WILL BE A BOX IN THE CHURCH PORTICLE TO PUT THEM IN. THE TUBE SOCKS IN BLACK OR WHITE AND MEN SHOES OR SNEAKERS. FOR MORE INFORMATION AS TO HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED PLEASE CALL DENISSE AT 813-892-0980. THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU!

INCARNATION CATHOLIC CHURCH is looking for a few good men and women to help out at the holy altar of God by being Altar Servers. If you were one in years past or maybe never have been but always wanted to … well now’s your chance. We are NOT looking to replace our youth/teens as they are always welcome and encourage to participate as servers. However, there are some masses with no servers present and we would like to fill those vacancies. Training will be held in the near future. So, if you feel the call to participate more in the mass by being an Altar Server, please contact deacon Matt at 813-884-3624 or email at dff@icctampa.org.

Diocesan Media Day is set for September 25th

The Catholic Church celebrates three holy angels of God on September 29th, the Feast of the Archangels. The word angel means “messenger,” and angels are known for delivering messages from God to his people. That’s why St. Gabriel the Archangel is the patron of Catholic communicators and broadcasters, including media ministries of the Diocese of St. Petersburg that help us stay connected to our faith. These ministries share messages about the hope that is found in Jesus Christ. That’s why Bishop Gregory Parkes is asking parishes to set aside Sunday, September 25th, 2022, as Diocesan Media Day. The purpose of Diocesan Media Day is to raise awareness for the mission of diocesan media ministries and to invite parishioners to listen to Spirit FM 90.5 and subscribe to receive a free e-newsletter om www.GulfCoastCatholic.org.

Mark Your Calendars

Tuesday October 4th – The Feast of St Francis of Assisi

We will once again have the Blessing of the Animals on Sunday October 4th THIS WILL TAKE PLACE UNDER THE PORTICO at the front entrance of the Church. A short prayer service and animal blessing will begin promptly at 5:30pm … so don’t be late! Please make sure your pet is either on a leash or in a cage. NO EXCEPTIONS!

All pets are welcomed. For questions, please contact Deacon Matt @ 813-884-3624 or email dff@icctampa.org

Please welcome the following children who were baptized here at Incarnation in the month of August:

James Patrick Clarke Kai Neftali Cordon Geraldine Cruz Hernandez Mason Javier Mendez

With the prayers and help of their parents, godparents, and this community, may the Holy Spirit fill them abundantly with His Grace at every moment of their lives. If you would like to have your child baptized, please call Deacon Matt @813-884-3624.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul –Incarnation Conference

Thanks to the generous support from our parish, we have assisted, from February to midAugust, 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 in the room at the back of the church. 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 813-4212201 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 posterior de la iglesia. Una vez más, te felicito por tu generoso apoyo y que Dios te bendiga.

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

Religious Education Ministry Judy Licari reled@icctampa.org 813-884-3624

CLASSES BEGIN SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11TH. Registration for Faith Formation classes and Sacramental Preparation is going on now in the Faith Formation Office. You can stop by from 9am until 3pm, Monday – Thursday. The Faith Formation office is closed on Fridays. Please bring a copy of your child’s Baptismal certificate with you. If you have any questions, please contact Deacon Matt or Miss Judy in the Faith Formation Office at 813-884-3624 or email Judy at reled@icctampa.org.

Communion 2022: For those families that have not yet picked up their Communion Portraits, we have them in the Faith Formation Office for you to pick up. Please come Monday – Thursday between 9am and 3pm.

LAS CLASES COMIENZAN EL DOMINGO 11 DE SEPTIEMBRE. La inscripción para las clases de Formación en la Fe y la Preparación Sacramental se está llevando a cabo ahora en la Oficina de Formación en la Fe. Puede pasar de 9 a.m. a 3 p.m., de lunes a jueves. La oficina de Formación en la Fe está cerrada los viernes. Por favor traiga una copia del certificado de bautismo de su hijo con usted.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con el diácono Matt o la señorita Judy en la Oficina de Formación de Fe al 813-884-3624 o envíe un correo electrónico a Judy a reled@icctampa.org.

Comunión 2022: Para aquellas familias que aún no han recogido sus Retratos de Comunión, los tenemos en la Oficina de Formación en la Fe para que los recojan. Por favor, venga de lunes a jueves entre las 9 am y las 3 pm.

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 813-8843624 o puede enviarle un correo electrónico a dff@icctampa.org

Rezo para que estas líneas encuentren a todos bien y se mantengan seco, mientras que escribo está lloviendo como loco, lo que termina siendo realmente genial para todas las nuevas plantas que tenemos alrededor de la Iglesia.

Hoy escuchamos todo sobre no poder servir a dos amos, escuchamos sobre la riqueza, sobre ser prudentes y dignos de confianza. Si has estado leyendo todos mis artículos (eres realmente un santo) estoy seguro de que estás notando una tendencia. Todas estas cualidades mencionadas se reducen a tener nuestras prioridades bajo control.

El Señor tiene planes asombrosos para todos y cada uno de nosotros. Todos y cada uno de nosotros tenemos dones y talentos específicos que estamos destinados a compartir y utilizar para el mejoramiento final del mundo. Al hacer esto, estamos siendo buenos administradores, aprovechando al máximo lo que se nos ha dado. Un ejemplo sería que Dios me ha dado un poco de voz para cantar y espera que la use siempre que pueda, afortunadamente, puedo compartirla cantando partes de la Misa. Y solo piense, qué triste y trágico sería si no compartiera chistes con usted semanalmente, algunos regalos son dolorosos. Lol

En pocas palabras, dice en otra parte de las Escrituras: el ojo no ha visto, y el oído no ha escuchado lo que Dios tiene listo para aquellos que lo aman. Una traducción de esto es que el Cielo va a ser absoluta e infinitamente mejor de lo que podemos imaginar. Esta no es la razón para que hagamos nuestro mejor esfuerzo PERO, sabiendo que somos amados por nuestro Creador, sabiendo que Él se preocupa por nosotros, nos apoya y quiere solo lo que es mejor para nosotros, debería hacernos querer vivir nuestras vidas al máximo y ser el mejor TÚ que el mundo jamás experimentará. Tengan una buena semana. Amor, Padre Mike

LECTURAS DE HOY

Primera lectura — El Señor nunca se olvida del pecado de los que hacen trampa a los pobres y abusan de ellos (Amós 8:4-7).

Salmo — Alaben al Señor, que alza al pobre (Salmo 113 [112]).

Segunda lectura — Reza al Señor, que quiere que todos se salven (1 Timoteo 2:1-8).

Evangelio — Sé responsable en todo. No pueden ustedes servir a Dios y al dinero (Lucas 16:1-13).

¡Se necesitan catequistas!

La inscripción ha comenzado para las clases de Formación en la Fe, y estamos pidiendo a aquellos que pueden enseñar ahora o que han enseñado en el pasado que se comuniquen con la Oficina de Formación en la Fe si desean ser catequistas. Hemos sido bendecidos con un increíble grupo de catequistas, pero tenemos algunos, que después de muchos años dedicados se han retirado de esta parte de su mayordomía. Con eso en mente, necesitamos un catequista y un catequista asistente. Si siente que Dios lo está llamando a ayudar a transmitir nuestra Fe a los niños y jóvenes de nuestra Parroquia, comuníquese con el Diácono Matt o Judy Licari al (813) 884-3624 y vea dónde se pueden usar sus dones y talentos.

LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA

Lunes: Prov 3:27-34; Sal 15 (16):2-5; Lc 8:16-18 Martes: Prov 21:1-6, 10-13; Sal 119 (118):1, 27, 30, 34, 35, 44; Lc 8:19-21

Miércoles: Ef 4:1-7, 11-13; Sal 19 (18):2-5; Mt 9:9-13

Jueves: Ecl 1:2-11; Sal 90 (89):3-6, 12-14, 17bc; Lc 9:7-9

Viernes: Ecl 3:1-11; Sal 144 (143):1b, 2abc, 3-4; Lc 9:18-22

Sábado: Ecl 11:9 — 12:8; Sal 90 (89):3-6, 12-14, 17; Lc 9:43b-45

Domingo: Am 6:1a, 4-7; Sal 146 (145):7-10; 1 Tim 6:11-16; Lc 16:19-31

ORACIÓN DE LA SEMANA

Vigésimo Quinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Señor Dios, que has hecho del amor a ti y a los hermanos la plenitud de todo lo mandado en tu santa ley, concédenos que, cumpliendo tus mandamientos, merezcamos llegar a la vida eterna.

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.