January 3rd, 2016

JANUARY 3RD, 2016

NATIVITY CATHOLIC CHURCH

"Joyfully and faithfully evangelizing for Christ!"

The Epiphany of the Lord Pastor: Rev. John Tapp Pastor Emeritus: Rev. Msgr. James C Lara Parochial Vicars: Rev. Nelson Restrepo Rev. Victor Amorose Deacons: Rev. Dr. Mark Taylor Rev. Mr. Robert Harris Rev. Mr. Elix Castro Church Office: 813.681.4608 School: 813.689.3395 Faith Formation: 813.689.9101 Youth Ministry: 813.689.4147 Pastoral Care: 813.413.8351 Food Pantry: 813.694.0541

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The Wise Men were gentiles or non­Jews.

More than likely, they came from countries like Iran or Iraq, Syria or Libya.

In today’s world, there is little chance the Wise Men would be allowed to freely travel to and about the country of Israel.

While all of us understand the need for greater security measures in this day and age, it would be quite appropriate to pray on this Solemnity for peace in our world and a greater tolerance of one another. Above all, let us pray that, in the words of Pope Francis, religion is never used to promote violence among people and nations.

Los Reyes Magos eran gentiles o no judíos. Lo más probable venían de países como Irán o Iraq, Siria o Libia. En el mundo de hoy hay poca probabilidad que a los Reyes Magos se les permitiera viajar libremente a Israel.

Aunque todos entendemos la necesidad de medidas de seguridad mayores en estos tiempos, sería apropiado orar en esta Solemnidad por paz en nuestro mundo y una mayor tolerancia los unos con los otros. Sobre todo, oremos que, como dijo el Papa Francisco, la religión nunca se use para promover violencia entre pueblos y naciones.

mageEpiphany of Our Lord – The word “epiphany” means manifestation. When we think of “epiphany” we think primarily of the visit of the Wise Men to the Holy Family at Bethlehem. (There are two other “official” epiphanies in our Church. Do you remember what they are?)

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ublix Ministry – I do my grocery shopping at Publix.

When you ask an employee of Publix where something is, more often than not that employee will stop what they are doing and take you to the aisle and shelf where you can find that particular item. I like that about Publix. It’s one of the things that makes shopping there a pleasure.

Our faith and our parish should operate in the same way. This Solemnity of the Epiphany reminds us that our faith must issue forth in action. We not only should be able to TELL others what we believe, but we should SHOW them what we believe by how we act.

I pray that today and always we show others that we are not only knowledgeable about our faith, but that we generously and lovingly put that faith into practice. Imagine people saying: Nativity Parish…where worshipping and practicing our faith is a pleasure!!!

pifania de Nuestro Señor – La palabra “epifanía” significa manifestación. Cuando pensamos en “epifanía” presamos primordialmente en la visita de los Reyes Magos a la Santa Familia en Belén. (Hay otras dos epifanías “oficiales” en nuestra Iglesia. ¿Recuerdan cuáles son?

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inisterio de Publix – Yo hago mis compras en Publix.

Cuando usted le pregunta a un empleado de Publix donde se encuentra cierto artículo, casi siempre deja lo que está haciendo y lo lleva al carril y tablilla donde se encuentra el artículo. Me gusta eso de Publix. Es una de las cosas que le complace a uno comprar ahí.

Nuestra fe y nuestra parroquia deben obrar de la misma manera.

La Solemnidad de la Epifanía nos recuerda que nuestra fe hay que echarla hacia adelante en acción. No solo debemos HABLARLE a otros de nuestras creencias, si no que debemos MOSTRARLES nuestras creencias y como actuamos.

Ruego que hoy y siempre les mostremos a otros que no solamente tenemos conocimientos de nuestra fe, pero que también ponemos nuestra fe en práctica generosa y amorosamente. Imaginen que la gente diga: ¡La Parroquia de Nativity…donde es un placer alabar y practicar nuestra fe!

Year of Mercy Prayer prayer by Pope Francis Lord Jesus Christ,

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you have taught us to be merciful like the heavenly Father,

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and have told us that whoever sees you sees Him.

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Show us your face and we will be saved.

Your loving gaze freed Zacchaeus and Matthew from being enslaved by money; the adulteress and Magdalene from seeking happiness only in created things;

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and assured Paradise to the repentant thief.

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Let us hear, as if addressed to each one of us, the words that you spoke to the Samaritan woman:

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made Peter weep after his betrayal,

“If you knew the gift of God!” You are the visible face of the invisible Father, of the God who manifests his power above all by forgiveness and mercy:

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let the Church be your visible face in the world, its Lord risen and glorified.

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You willed that your ministers would also be clothed in weakness in order that they may feel compassion for those in ignorance and error: let everyone who approaches them feel sought after, loved, and forgiven by God. Send your Spirit and consecrate every one of us with its anointing, so that the Jubilee of Mercy may be a year of grace from the Lord, and your Church, with renewed enthusiasm, may bring good news to the poor, proclaim liberty to captives and the oppressed, and restore sight to the blind.

We ask this through the intercession of Mary, Mother of Mercy, you who live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit for ever and ever.

Amen.

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Stewardship Bulletin Reflection Is 60: 1­6; Ps 72: 1­2, 7­8, 10­13; Eph 3: 2­3a, 5­6; Mt 2: 1­12

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piphany Sunday is always a joyous time in the Church. The story of the Magi as recorded in the Gospel of Matthew is one with which we usually become familiar when we are young. This day is filled with symbolism; it is filled with stewardship.

The prophet Isaiah perhaps more than any other of the prophets anticipated the coming of Christ. He foresaw details about the coming of the Messiah which are uncanny in their accuracy. It is almost as if Isaiah foresaw the glory of Christ’s Epiphany. “Rise up in splendor…Your light has come…Then shall you be radiant at what you see.” The light of Christ has shone and is shining upon us. However, we are to do more than just bask in it. We are to be “radiant at what we see.” This is the call to stewardship; we are to take that light, that Good News, and we are to share it and spread it.

Biblical scholars are of the opinion that St. Paul wrote his letter to the Ephesians (from which our Second Reading is drawn) during a time when he was under house arrest in Rome. Note that he was not in prison. At that time “house arrest” meant you could move easily around your house during the day under the watchful eyes of soldiers, but could not leave. At night you were chained to a soldier who slept next to you.

Paul speaks of being a steward of God’s grace. You might say he realizes that he is not a prisoner of the Romans, but a “prisoner” of the Lord. He has felt and realized the light of Christ referenced by Isaiah, and he has spent his apostolic life as a disciple, as one who has indeed been a steward and shared the glory he has realized.

The Apostle Luke provided us with a detailed accounting of Christ’s birth in Bethlehem. The visit of the Magi would seem to have occurred some time, perhaps even months, after the Lord’s nativity. Their trek and visit is only mentioned in the Gospel of Matthew. Much has been written and surmised in relation to who they were, and the significance of their journey and visit.

these Magi were gentiles. We need to respond to this revelation, just as the Magi did.

They could have merely admired the glorious star which they saw in the sky and philosophized as to what it was and what it meant. However, they did more than that. They acted. We, too, are called to act through stewardship. We are called to more than just follow the Light of Christ. We are called to respond and to act and to do something to show that we are indeed disciples. That would make us, too, wise.

Mass Intentions | Jan 4th ­ Jan 10th 7:00 am 8:00 am 7:00 am 8:00 am 7:00 pm 7:00 am 8:15 am 7:00 am 8:00 am 7:00 am 8:30 am 7:00 pm 8:00 am 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 7:00 am 8:30 am 10:30 am 10:30 am 12:30 am 6:00 pm

Monday, January 4 Lenna Spencer Flora DeLeon Tuesday, January 5 Holy Souls in Purgatory Anita Macatangay Carlina Roa Wednesday, January 6 David Talarico Deceased Members of the Ayo Family Thursday, January 7 Bessie LoScalzo Socorro Bicol Friday, January 8 Holy Souls in Purgatory Marilyn Gefre Erasmo & Antonia Rivera Saturday, January 9 Holy Souls in Purgatory Yvonne Belgrave Gustavo Diaz Sunday, January 10 Fr. Raymond Rafferty Alex Gostola Angie Capitano Ronnie Fox (Chapel) Deacon Lou & Lucy Zayas (Spanish) Luis Vargas

Epiphany Blessing Chalk

Epiphany is the traditional day for blessing homes and other buildings by marking the lintels of doorways with chalk. The markings commemorate the three Magi. The markings for 2016 are 20 + C + M + B + 16. These letters represent the three initials of the Magi’s names written between the numbers of the year separated by four crosses. They are also the Latin abbreviation for “Christus mansionem benedicat,” For us as stewards it is well to take note of two important which means “Christ blesses this house.” aspects of this story. When Jesus was born, it was first revealed to humble and plain shepherds. The revelation for Blessed chalk will be available after Masses on Sunday, those considered more honorable and learned, namely, the January 3, in the Social Hall.

Magi, occurred much later. Another perspective is that Jesus came to the poor first, and then the rich. The point is that He came and comes to everyone, each one of us as well.

An “Epiphany” is, as normally used, a revelation. The revelation in this case, for us, and for the Magi, is the realization not only of the divinity of the Lord, but also the fact that Jesus came as the Savior of all. Those first shepherds who approached and worshiped Jesus were Jews;

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Pray for One Another Pray for the sick, suffering, and shut­ins to welcome the strength of God’s love, especially: Henry Jackson, Ken Jensen, Rita Johnson, Daniel Kasprzyk, Pamela Kay, Keith Kirk, Kay Kunish, Nancy Lane, Joe LaPerna, Danelle Lareau, Sharon Lee, Ron Lerch, Sean Lewis, Sharone Linares, Sandy Lockard, Mario & Perfecta Lopez, Mark Love, John Lynch, Patricia Manack, Walter F. Marion, Angel Matos, Ken Meservey, Tina Nelson, Andrew Newelinski, Barbara & Mike Nieves, Stephanie Olsen, Alisa Olson, Aleida Ortiz, Erinn Phelan, Marie Pennisi, Isabella Ramirez, Dick Riedl, Petra Rivas, Betty Rocha, Manuel Rodriguez, Ray Rocha, Pedro Roldan Sanchez, Danny Rossi, Leo Rossiter, Virginia Ruth, Maria Saenz, Dr. Charles F. Schramm, Richard Sanderson, Quinn Schiaro, Lisa Ziroli Seaholm, Josie Sellers, Bill Shea, Don Shea, Mike Showalter, Jimmy Smith, Barbara Spears, Alice Sperandio, Joan Statham, Brett Strong, Heather Sturz, William Swantek, Theresa Taffe, Suzie Taylor, Sam Troncalli, Ann Ulbricht, Brian Ussery, Christina Van Alstyne, Luis and Carmen Vargas, Rose Vier, Joan Wagner, Howard Wakefield, Christie Washburn, Auburn Wells, Barbara White, Howard Wiebeld, Vincent Wildgen, Cathy Williams, Kenneth Wilson, Evelina Zambrano, Jorge Zayas, Charlotte Zorn, George Wagner, Steve Alley, Bessie LoScalzo, Dr. Greenwell, Francis Davis, Anna Cifuni, Bienvenida Kjeer, Vincent Wilgen, Dr. Antonio Rivera, Alex Hernandez, Stephanie Koch, Kay Walczak, Louise Rogers, Christine Alvarez, Sandra J. Matson, Steven P. Woodke, Addia Limtiaco, Alex Kepler, Norma Damico, Robert Landee, Bobby Dass, Ashlyn Conly, George Thomas,

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Inquiry into the Catholic Faith Do you want to know more about the Catholic Faith?

Our inquiry sessions into joining the Catholic Church will begin on January 31, 9­10 am in the Adult Education Building, located next to the children’s playground. Come and see what the Catholic Church has to offer.

Parishioners' Tithing Report These reports will be on haitus until after the Holidays.

Thanks for your understanding. We'll update you on all giving over these weeks at that point.

A Stranger You Welcomed Me

In the Gospel of Matthew (25:35) tells his disciples, "I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me." The call to welcome the stranger plays an important role in the lives of faithful Christians and has a particularly central place for those of us who work in the migration field. The migrant, who moves from one country to another is truly a stranger in the midst. Often unfamiliar with the local tongue of the new country, not to mention its customs, the migrant needs the Virginia Lascera, Rosa Valentin, Richard Byerly, Natalie support of local communities so that she can better adjust to Lizanich her new surroundings. National Migration Week 2016 picks In your hands O Lord, we commend the souls of our recently up on the theme of welcome and, in doing so, calls on each departed. May their souls and the souls of the faithful of us to welcome the stranger among us. departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Lou & Lucy Zayas, Roman Alvarado, Rosa Alvarez

Faith Sharing Groups Start your new year off by joining a 6 week Faith Sharing group meeting here at Nativity and in parish homes. Several days of the week and times will be available.

Stop by the sign up table in the Social Hall Suncoast Catholic Mens' Conference after masses this Sunday to see the resource Take this day as an opportunity to learn from others and and get signed up. grow in virtue. Stand with other men in the battle to reclaim our families and culture for the glory of God! Don’t miss this opportunity to invigorate your life, raise your spirits and give yourself insights into overcoming today’s pressures. What better way to build friendship than bringing other guys with you to share in this experience!

Partner with La Victoria

Saturday, February 6th, beginning at 6:30 a.m., Higgins Hall St Lawrence Catholic Church, 5221 N. Partners With La Victoria has two volunteer positions Himes Ave, Tampa. Tickets include lunch and free available. Please contact Lori Fitzpatrick at 654­5348 if you would like to volunteer your experience with grant parking. writing/fundraising. Please contact Miguel Suarez at 503­ Cost is $30 for Dad or a Father/Son ticket for $30.

6575 to share your marketing/promotions experience. Both positions are in great need to continue our work with La For tickets or more information contact visit the Victoria, Dominican Republic.

Thank you for your Conference web site at continued support. www.suncoastcatholicministries.com

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NATIVITY CATHOLIC CHURCH

We're Looking for Greeters Nativity Parish is known for its warm hospitality.

In order to further build up the spirit of hospitality in our church, we are looking for folks just like you to participate in our Greeter Ministry. Greeters arrive a few minutes early to church. They welcome all who come here to worship. They also help orient those who might be new to our parish community.

This is an easy, and powerful ministry.

It is perfect for families to do together. Yet, it is also something that individuals can do as well. We will be signing up new greeters after the Masses this weekend. If you would like more information about serving in this ministry, please contact Tim Bergevin (813­748­4146) or Cindy Ehringer (813­681­4608) our parish volunteer coordinator.

Married and In Love COUPLES OF ALL AGES. Start the new year with a little tune up to your marriage. On Saturday, January 23, 2016, there will be a one day Marriage Enrichment program held at Nativity Parish; the program entitled “MARRIED AND IN LOVE…MOST OF THE TIME” provides an opportunity to learn new ways to increase the passion and strengthen your relationship.

Complimentary child care will be available and the fee for all materials and meals is $40.00.

Please contact the Parish Faith Formation Office to register 689­9101.

Senior Fitness Class Start your year off healthy!

Thursdays, At 10:30 am In the Youth Center Multi­ purpose Room Workouts using bands, light weights, and balls For more information call Bonnie at the Pastoral Care Office at 413­8351 or email bonnie@nativitycatholicchurch.org

Mark Your Calendars January Men's Emmaus ­ 8th, March for Life Bus Trip ­ 16th, Catholic Schools' Week ­ 31st

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Week at a Glance Monday ­ 1/4/2016 NO SCHOOL Quilters 9:00AM ­ 12:00PM SVDP Meeting 10:30AM ­ 2:00PM CRSP 3 hombres 6:15PM ­ 9:30PM KofC Council 6:30PM ­ 9:30PM Legion de Maria Hispana 7:30PM ­ 9:00PM Tuesday ­ 1/5/2016 Legion of Mary 9:15AM ­ 11:00AM St. Francis Circle meeting 10:00AM ­ 1:00PM CRSP 3 mujeres 6:15PM ­ 9:30PM Life Teen Band Rehearsal 7:00PM ­ 9:00PM Hispanic Commission 7:30PM ­ 9:00PM Wednesday ­ 1/6/2016 Meals on Wheels 10:30AM ­ 11:30AM FBJ Meeting 6:30PM ­ 9:00PM Pastoral Council 6:30PM ­ 9:00PM Oracion Charismatico 7:00PM ­ 9:00PM Chorale Rehearsal 7:30PM ­ 9:30PM Thursday ­ 1/7/2016 Come Clean Church 7:00AM ­ 9:30AM Come Clean Chapel 8:45AM ­ 10:30AM Estudio Biblico 7:00PM ­ 9:00PM Evening Scripture Study 7:00PM ­ 9:00PM Charismatic Prayer 7:00PM ­ 9:00PM Mens Emmaus General 7:00PM ­ 9:00PM Coro Hispano 7:30PM ­ 9:00PM Friday ­ 1/8/2016 PB&J ministry 8:30AM ­ 10:30AM Adoration 8:45AM ­ 6:45PM Emmaus Registration 5:00PM ­ 6:30PM Mens' Emmaus Send Off 6:30PM ­ 7:00PM Womens Emmaus Agape 6:30PM ­ 9:00PM Vida Joven 6:30PM ­ 9:30PM Saturday ­ 1/9/2016 Womens Emmaus Coffee 9:00AM ­ 11:30AM Sunday ­ 1/10/2016 St. Jude Circle 12:00PM ­ 2:00PM Mens' Emmaus Return 4:00PM ­ 5:30PM

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ROOM KEY YC ­ Youth Center | SH(ABC&D) ­ Social Hall | PC ­ Pastoral Care | AE ­ Adult Education Building | LL ­ Life Lounge | OR ­ Oakwood Room | CONV ­ Convent | MP ­ MultiPurpose Room

Retirement Seminar Are you a member of the ‘sandwich generation’?

Do you find yourself to be reaching retirement, needing to help your parent or yourself make plans for ‘end of life’ issues such as medical directives, funeral arrangements, or estate planning?

An upcoming seminar, January 14, 7:00 pm in St. Francis Room of the Social Hall can be just the place to start making your plans. Call the Faith Formation Office to make your no­cost reservation.

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Reflexión de las Escrituras Is 60, 1­6; Salmo 72: 1­2, 7­8, 10­13; Efesios 3: 2­3a, 5­6; Mt 2, 1­12

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l Domingo de Epifanía siempre es un momento de alegría en la Iglesia. La historia de los Reyes Magos, según consta en el Evangelio de Mateo, es uno con el que solemos familiarizamos cuando somos jóvenes. Este día está lleno de simbolismo; está lleno de mayordomía.

El Profeta Isaías, quizás más que cualquier otro de los profetas, se anticipó a la venida de Cristo. EL vio detalles previos acerca de la venida del Mesías, que son extraños en su exactitud. Es casi como si Isaías vio previamente la gloria de la Epifanía de Cristo.

"Levántate y brilla... Tu luz ha llegado... Tu entonces, al verlo, te pondrás radiante." La luz de Cristo ha brillado y está brillando sobre nosotros. Sin embargo, tenemos que hacer algo más que tomar el sol en ella. Hemos de ser "radiante a lo que vemos." Este es el llamado a mayordomía; vamos a tomar esa luz, esa Buena Nueva, y hemos de compartirla y difundirla.

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Pudieron haber simplemente admirado la gloriosa estrella que vieron en el cielo y filosofar en cuanto a lo que era y lo que significaba. Sin embargo, hicieron más que eso. Actuaron.

Nosotros también estamos llamados a actuar a través de la mayordomía. Estamos llamados a algo más que seguir la Luz de Cristo. Estamos llamados a responder y actuar y hacer algo para demostrar que realmente somos discípulos. Esto nos haría a nosotros, también, sabíos.

Tiza de Bendición Epifanía Epifanía es el día tradicional para bendecir las casas y otros edificios, marcando los dinteles de las puertas con tiza. Las marcas conmemorar los tres Reyes Magos. Las marcas para 2016 son 20 + C + M + B + 16. Estas cartas representan los tres iniciales de los nombres de los reyes magos escritos entre los números del año separados por cuatro cruces.

También son la abreviatura latina para "Christus mansionem benedicat", que significa "Cristo bendice a esta casa."

Tiza Benditos estarán disponibles después de las misas del Los eruditos bíblicos son de la opinión de que San Pablo escribió domingo, 3 de enero en el Salón Social. su carta a los Efesios (de la que se extrae la Segunda Lectura) durante un tiempo cuando él estaba bajo arresto domiciliario en Roma. Tenga en cuenta que él no estaba en la cárcel. En ese tiempo el "arresto domiciliario" significaba que se podía mover fácilmente alrededor de su casa durante el día, bajo la atenta mirada de los soldados, pero no podía salir. Por la noche estaba encadenado a un soldado que dormía a su lado.

Pablo habla de ser un mayordomo de la gracia de Dios. Se podría decir que se da cuenta de que él no es un prisionero de los romanos, sino un "prisionero" del Señor. Él ha sentido y se dio cuenta de la luz de Cristo, a la cual Isaías hace referencia, y ha vivido su vida apostólica como discípulo, como alguien que ha sido realmente un mayordomo y ha compartido la gloria de la cual se ha dado cuenta.

El apóstol Lucas nos proporcionó un informe detallada del nacimiento de Cristo en Belén. La visita de los Reyes Magos parece haber ocurrido algún tiempo, quizás incluso meses, después de la Natividad del Señor. Su caminata y visita sólo se menciona en el Evangelio de Mateo. Mucho se ha escrito y conjeturado en relación a quiénes eran, y la importancia de su viaje y visita.

Para nosotros como mayordomos es bueno tomar nota de dos aspectos importantes de esta historia. Cuando Jesús nació, fue revelado primero a los pastores humildes y simples. La revelación de los que se consideran más honorables y estudiados, los Reyes Magos, se produjo mucho más tarde. Otra perspectiva es que Jesús vino a los pobres primero, y luego a los ricos. El punto es que Él vino y llega a todo el mundo, a cada uno de nosotros también,

Reporte del Diezmo Estos informes estarán en receso hasta después de las vacaciones. Gracias por su comprensión. Vamos a ponerle al día sobre todo lo que recibimos por estas semanas.

Buscando Saludadores La Parroquia de Nativity es conocida por su calurosa hospitalidad.

Para continuar aumentando nuestro espíritu de hospitalidad en nuestra Iglesia, estamos solicitando personas como usted para participar en nuestro Ministerio de Bienvenida.

Estas personas llegan unos minutos antes de la Misa y le dan la bienvenida a los que llegan. También orientan a aquellas personas que llegan por primera vez a nuestra comunidad parroquial. Este es un Una "Epifanía" es, tal como se utiliza normalmente, una ministerio fácil y poderoso, pero es algo que individuos revelación. La revelación en este caso, para nosotros, y para los pueden hacer muy bien. Estaremos tomando firmas este fin Reyes Magos, es la realización no sólo de la divinidad del Señor, de semana después de las Misas. sino también el hecho de que Jesús vino como el Salvador de todos. Esos primeros pastores que se acercaron, y adoraron a Jesús eran judíos; estos magos no eran judíos. Tenemos que responder a esta revelación, al igual que lo hicieron los Reyes Magos. Esto nos haría a nosotros, también, sabios.

Si desea más información, puede comunicarse con Cindy Ehringer, coordinadora de voluntarios, en la oficina parroquial al 813 681­4608 o con Tim Bergevin al 813 748­4146.