JANUARY 10TH, 2016
NATIVITY CATHOLIC CHURCH
"Joyfully and faithfully evangelizing for Christ!"
The Baptism 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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It is in baptism that our sins are forgiven. It is in baptism that we are initiated into the Catholic Church. It is in baptism that we are commissioned to be disciples and ministers of the gospel for His Church. Today, we recall our own baptism. We also commit ourselves to live out that baptismal calling as best we can from this day forward. Read the next article to find out just one way we can live out our baptismal promises.
Es en el bautismo que nuestros pecados son perdonados. Es en el bautismo que nos iniciamos en la Iglesia Católica. Es en el bautismo que somos comisionados a ser discípulos y ministros del Evangelio por Su Iglesia. Hoy, recordamos nuestro propio bautismo. También nos comprometemos a vivir esa vocación bautismal lo mejor que podamos a partir de hoy. Lea el siguiente artículo para obtener una forma en que podemos vivir nuestras promesas bautismales.
aptism of the Lord – Today, we celebrate the second of the three great “epiphanies” in the Church – the Baptism of the Lord. (See if you can recall the third “official” epiphany.) Jesus did not need to be baptized. He was, of course, sinless. But he was baptized as an example to us. In particular, he reminds us that baptism unites in an intimate way with our loving God.
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nnual Pastoral Appeal (APA) Each year at this time, we hear about how the good work of the Diocese of St. Petersburg is supported by the Annual Pastoral Appeal (APA). The various good works offered throughout our diocese in areas like seminarian education, outreach to the poor and the migrant communities, Catholic Charities, tuition assistance, religious education, youth ministry, and prison ministry – to name just a few – are only possible because of your generosity to this appeal.
The 2016 APA assessment for Nativity Parish is over $570,000. In order to help reach this goal, I am asking that ALL families contribute to this appeal. I give 1% of my annual salary to the Annual Pastoral Appeal as part of my tithe. (I also contribute 5% to the parish offertory and 4% to other charities of my choice.) Giving to APA is a winwin for our parishioners. It helps our parishioners and all our brothers and sisters throughout the five counties which make up the Diocese of St. Petersburg. And the closer we come to reaching our assessment, the more offertory we are able to keep right here in our parish for our various ministries. The APA theme this year is “Open the Doors to Mercy.” It is based on Pope Francis’ announcement of a Year of Mercy. By making a sacrificial pledge to APA, you are helping to “Open the Doors to Mercy” for so many in our diocese and beyond. Please generous to this appeal and join me in praying for a successful response to the APA appeal.
autismo del Señor Hoy celebramos la segunda de las tres grandes "epifanías" de la Iglesia el Bautismo del Señor. (Vea si usted puede recordar la tercera epifanía "oficial".) Jesús no necesitaba ser bautizado. Era, por supuesto, sin pecado. Pero Él fue bautizado como un ejemplo para nosotros. En particular, nos recuerda que el bautismo nos une de una manera íntima con nuestro Dios amoroso.
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pelación Anual Pastoral (APA) Cada año para esta fecha, escuchamos acerca de cómo el buen trabajo de la Diócesis de San Petersburgo es apoyado por la Apelación Pastoral Anual (APA). Las diversas obras buenas que se ofrecen a través de nuestra diócesis en áreas como la educación seminarista, ayuda a los pobres y las comunidades de migrantes, Caridades Católicas, ayuda escolar, educación religiosa, pastoral juvenil, y el ministerio de prisión por nombrar sólo unos pocos sólo son posibles a causa de su generosidad a este llamamiento.
La evaluación del 2016 de la APA para la Parroquia de Nativity es sobre $ 570.000. Con el fin de ayudar a alcanzar este objetivo, estoy pidiendo que todas las familias contribuyan a este llamamiento. Yo doy un 1% de mi salario anual a la Apelación Pastoral Anual como parte de mi diezmo. (Yo también contribuyo 5% al ofertorio de la parroquia y el 4% a otras caridades de mi
elección.) Dar a APA es ganar y volver a ganar para nuestros feligreses. Ayuda a nuestros feligreses y a todos nuestros hermanos y hermanas en los cinco condados que componen la Diócesis de San Petersburgo. Y cuanto más nos acercamos a lograr nuestra evaluación, más ofertorio somos capaces de mantener aquí en nuestra parroquia para nuestros diversos ministerios. El tema de la APA de este año es "Abrir las Puertas a la Misericordia." Se basa en el anuncio del Papa Francisco del Año de la Misericordia. Al hacer una promesa de sacrificio a APA, usted está ayudando a "Abrir las Puertas a la Misericordia " para muchos en nuestra diócesis y más allá. Por favor, sea generoso a este llamamiento y únase a mí en oración para una respuesta exitosa a la apelación de APA.
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; made Peter weep after his betrayal, and assured Paradise to the repentant thief. Let us hear, as if addressed to each one of us, the words that you spoke to the Samaritan woman: “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: let the Church be your visible face in the world, its Lord risen and glorified. 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.
OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW IN FAITH P4 Stewardship Bulletin Reflection, Mass Intentions, Suncoast Catholic Mens' Conference P5 Pray for One Another, Faith Sharing Groups, Inquiry into the Catholic Faith, A Stranger You Welcomed Me P7 Reflexión de las Escrituras
OPPORTUNITIES FOR STEWARDSHIP OF TIME, TALENT, AND TREASURE P5 Tithing Report, Donate Blood Next Sunday P6 Nativity Outreach Truck P7 Reporte del Diezmo, Dona Sangre
MINISTRIES IN ACTION P6 Bereavement Counseling Support Group
COMMUNITY BULLETIN P6 Married and in Love, Week at a Glance, Mark Your Calendars, Retirement Seminar, Senior Fitness Class
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Stewardship Bulletin Reflection Is 42: 14, 67; Ps 29: 14, 910; Acts 10: 3438; Lk 3: 1516, 2122
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oday officially brings our Christmas season to a close. Prior to being elected Pope Benedict XVI, Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger was the Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of Faith. In that role he said this about why the Lord’s Baptism was part of the Christmas season: “It is the continuation of the manifestation of the Word of God, which is what Christmas is all about.” As we celebrate Christ’s Baptism today, we also renew our own Baptisms, and are called to recognize the parallels as they apply to our own lives. Our First Reading from the Prophet Isaiah is part of a section called by some scholars “The Servant’s Song.” The Servant is, of course, Jesus Christ. God speaks to us in anticipation of Jesus’ Baptism as reported in our Gospel from St. Luke today. “Here is my servant whom I uphold, my chosen one with whom I am pleased, upon whom I have put my spirit.” Jesus is not just an example to us. He is our Servant. He came to serve us and continues to do so through His love for us. He provides us with care, guidance, and intercession. His call to be a Servant was realized in His Baptism. We received that same call at our own Baptism. That is the call to service we appreciate as stewardship, the call to love and serve one another.
Gospels, St. Luke includes one seemingly minor but significant addition in today’s Gospel. Luke writes, “After all the people had been baptized, and Jesus also had been baptized and was praying, heaven was opened and the Holy Spirit descended upon Him.” St. Luke is the only Gospel writer who reports that Jesus was praying during His Baptism. Luke’s gospel is filled with references to Christ praying. It is something of which we need to take note. We are called to pray; we are called to serve; we need to pray for God’s guidance in how we can serve, how we can live out our Baptismal vows most effectively.
Mass Intentions | Jan 11th Jan 17th 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 The Second Reading from the Acts of the Apostles is part of the 4:00 pm brief sermon given by St. Peter at the house of Cornelius. Peter was very consistent in his sermons. He did not change them based upon the audience. He speaks that all people are saved by Christ; he emphasizes the work of the Lord. In today’s reading Peter points out that Jesus’ ministry began in Galilee after the Baptism. Cornelius and most of those present were Gentiles. That is why Peter makes it clear that Jesus is “Lord of all.” What is implied in St. Peter’s words (and is reported in today’s Gospel) is that Jesus was baptized as a way to identify with us. Jesus was anointed with the Holy Spirit and the power associated with that. God was with Him, just as the Lord is always with us. In keeping with the First Reading Jesus is foretold by the Prophets. Through our own Baptisms we received the power of the Holy Spirit; we received Jesus as our constant companion; and God has expected and called us also. We need to work to respond.
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Monday, January 11 Georgianna Seaman Donald O'Brien Tuesday, January 12 Pablo E. Blanco Juan & Lourdes DeLeon Gladys & Harry Gonzales Wednesday, January 13 Deceased Members of Christ & Cory Families Sharon Whitcomb Thursday, January 14 Holy Souls in Purgatory Virginia Gordon Friday, January 15 Thomas Hubert Willings Jr. Deceased Members of the Lebolan Family Alicia Fuentes Saturday, January 16 Beverly & Floyd Ihm Judy & Danny Miller Jose Sinatra Y Nino Sunday, January 17 The Walczak Family The Alvarado Family Edna June Richardson Mary Thomas (Chapel) Maria Bustamante (Spanish) Thanksgiving to Divine Mercy
Suncoast Catholic Mens' Conference Men, is life too hectic? Could you use a day to regain perspective and balance?
Experience a new encounter with our Risen Lord. A lineup of dynamic speakers will share insights into living out authentic masculinity and heroic virtue, drawing from their own faith journeys. Mass, Reconciliation, and Benediction Christ’s Baptism is reported in detail in the Gospels of Matthew, will give you the opportunity to reflect on what is going on Mark, and Luke. Although the Baptism is not detailed in the in your life and how Christ can help. Gospel of John, the entire Gospel of John begins with Jesus’ public ministry and makes reference to Christ’s Baptism as what launched Jesus’ ministry. St. John the Baptist says in John Chapter 1 basically this, “I baptize with water, but He baptizes with the Holy Spirit.” Biblical scholars point to Jesus’ Baptism as the first indication of the Holy Trinity; Jesus, the Son, is present; when He is baptized, the Holy Spirit descends upon Him; and God announces from the Heavens, “You are my beloved Son; with You I am well pleased.” Even though the Baptism of the Lord is reported in effect in all
Saturday, February 6th, beginning at 6:30 a.m., Higgins Hall St Lawrence Catholic Church, 5221 N. Himes Ave, Tampa. Tickets include lunch and free parking. Cost is $30 for Dad or a Father/Son ticket for $30. For tickets or more information contact visit the Conference web site at www.suncoastcatholicministries.com
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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,
Virginia Lascera, Rosa Valentin, Richard Byerly, Natalie Lizanich
In your hands O Lord, we commend the souls of our recently departed. May their souls and the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Lou & Lucy Zayas, Roman Alvarado, Rosa Alvarez
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.
Faith Sharing Groups Divine Mercy Faith Sharing Groups begin this week. The Following days and times are available for you to sign up and participate. Call the Faith Formation Office as soon as possible to register! Monday nights – 2 groups are starting, one at 6:30 pm and one at 7:00 pm Tuesday nights – 7:00 pm start time Wednesday morning – 9:00 am Thursday morning – 9:00 am Sunday Evening – after Life Teen Mass here on Campus
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 support of local communities so that she can better adjust to her new surroundings. National Migration Week 2016 picks up on the theme of welcome and, in doing so, calls on each of us to welcome the stranger among us.
Parishioners' Tithing Report December 26th & 27th # of Envelopes 1,058
Mass Total $38,201.06 Online Offertory 181 $9,185.00 Christmas 950 $46,387.78 Vigil Lights $620.22 Total offertory to operating budget = $94,385.06
January 2nd & 3rd # of Envelopes 1,272
Mass Total $39,803.31 Online Offertory 181 $9,266.00 Solemnity of Mary 467 $12,614.31 Vigil Lights $620.22 Total offertory to operating budget = $62,110.98 Total Collected thru 1/3 = $1,296,525.83 Represents 48.23% of the $2,688,000 operating budget revenues needed for 201516
Donate Blood Next Sunday January 17th, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Blood Mobile in the church parking lot. All donors will receive a wellness checkup including blood pressure, temperature, iron count and cholesterol screening. All blood types are always needed. On behalf of patients and their families, thank you for your lifesaving support.
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Nativity Outreach Truck Our monthly food drive will be the weekend of January 16 & 17, 2016. The Nativity Outreach Food Bank truck will be on campus for your donations. All donations are greatly appreciated. Bereavement Counseling Support Group
It is not easy to cope after a loved one dies. So many things change. The grief one feels is normal and part of the healing process. Nativity’s Bereavement Group Counseling provides emotional support, works to strengthen the relationship with God, and encourages one another to live life. The group is led by Joann Buffington, LMHC, LLC. There is no cost for the sessions and meets at Pastoral Care Office. Sessions start Sunday, January 31st at 7:00 p.m. For more information, please call the Pastoral Care Office at 4138351 or email at pastoralcare@nativitycatholicchurch.org Dates: January 31st, February 21st, April 3rd, February 7th, March 6th, April 17th
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.
Mark Your Calendars January Men's Emmaus 8th, March for Life Bus Trip 16th, Catholic Schools' Week 31st
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.
Week at a Glance Monday 1/11/2016 Quilters 9:00AM 12:00PM Greeting Card Ministry 9:00AM 11:00AM SVDP Meeting 10:30AM 2:00PM CRSP grupo 3 hombres 6:15PM 9:30PM Partners With La Victoria 7:00PM 9:00PM Legion de Maria Hispana 7:30PM 9:00PM Tuesday 1/12/2016 Legion of Mary 9:15AM 11:00AM St. Gerard Circle 6:00PM 9:30PM St. Rita Circle 6:00PM 9:00PM CRSP grupo 3 mujeres 6:15PM 9:30PM Life Teen Band Rehearsal 7:00PM 9:00PM CRSP CDC 7:45PM 9:30PM Wednesday 1/13/2016 Meals on Wheels 10:30AM 11:30AM RICA Catechists 6:00PM 7:00PM Anniversary Breakfast 6:30PM 9:00PM Mens Emmaus 6:45PM 8:45PM Stewardship Council 7:00PM 9:00PM Oracion Charismatico 7:00PM 9:00PM Chorale Rehearsal 7:30PM 9:30PM Thursday 1/14/2016 Come Clean Church 7:00AM 9:30AM Come Clean Chapel 8:45AM 10:30AM Estudio Biblico 7:00PM 9:00PM English Prayer Meeting 7:00PM 9:00PM Evening Scripture Study 7:00PM 9:00PM Coro Hispano 7:30PM 9:00PM Friday 1/15/2016 Adoration 8:45AM 6:45PM Vida Joven 6:30PM 9:30PM FBJ Meeting 6:30PM 9:30PM Saturday 1/16/2016 Confessions 34 & 56 Church Sunday 1/17/2016 Roe v Wade Display 7:00AM 7:00PM Nativity Blood Drive 8:00AM 1:00PM KofC Free Throw 11:30AM 1:30PM
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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
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Reflexión de las Escrituras Is 42: 14, 67; Salmo 29: 14, 910; Hechos 10: 3438; Lc 3: 1516, 21 a 22
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oy llegamos oficialmente al final de la Navidad. Antes de ser elegido el Papa Benedicto XVI, Joseph Ratzinger era Prefecto de la Congregación para la Doctrina de Fe. Bajo ese título, dijo esto acerca del porque el Bautismo del Señor era parte de la temporada de Navidad: "Es la continuación de la manifestación de la Palabra de Dios, que es lo que es la Navidad. Al celebrar el Bautismo de Cristo hoy, también renovamos nuestros propios bautismos, y estamos llamados a reconocer los paralelismos que se aplican a nuestras propias vidas. Nuestra Primera Lectura del Profeta Isaías es parte de una sección llamada por algunos eruditos "Canción del Siervo." El Siervo es, por supuesto, Jesucristo. Dios nos habla anticipadamente del Bautismo de Jesús como se informa en nuestro Evangelio de San Lucas hoy. "Aquí está mi siervo, a quien sostengo, mi elegido en quien me he complacido, sobre quien he puesto mi espíritu." Jesús no es sólo un ejemplo para nosotros. Él es nuestro Siervo. Él vino a servir y lo sigue haciendo a través de Su amor por nosotros. Él nos provee con cuido, orientación, y la intercesión. Su llamado a ser un Siervo se realizó en Su Bautismo. Recibimos el mismo llamado en nuestro propio Bautismo. Ese es el llamado al servicio que apreciamos como mayordomía, el llamado a amar y servirnos unos a otros. La Segunda Lectura de los Hechos de los Apóstoles es parte del breve sermón dado por San Pedro en la casa de Cornelio. Pedro fue muy consistente en sus sermones. Él no los cambiaba en base a la audiencia. Él habla de que todas las personas se salvan por Cristo; destaca la obra del Señor. En la lectura de hoy Pedro señala que el ministerio de Jesús comenzó en Galilea, después del Bautismo. Cornelio y la mayoría de los presentes eran gentiles. Por eso Pedro deja claro que Jesús es "Señor de todos." Lo que esto implica en las palabras de San Pedro (y se reporta en el Evangelio de hoy) es que Jesús fue bautizado como una manera de identificarse con nosotros. Jesús fue ungido con el Espíritu Santo y el poder asociado con eso. Dios estaba con Él, tal como el Señor está siempre con nosotros. De acuerdo con la Primera Lectura Jesús es anunciado por los Profetas. A través de nuestros propios Bautismos recibimos el poder del Espíritu Santo; recibimos a Jesús como nuestro compañero constante; y Dios ha esperado y nos ha llamado también. Tenemos que obrar para responder
A pesar de que el Bautismo del Señor se reporta en vigor en todos los Evangelios, San Lucas incluye una adición aparentemente menor, pero significativa, en el Evangelio de hoy. Lucas escribe: "Después que todas las personas habían sido bautizados, y Jesús también había sido bautizado y oraba, se abrió el cielo y el Espíritu Santo descendió sobre Él." San Lucas es el único evangelista que informa de que Jesús estaba orando durante Su Bautismo. El Evangelio de Lucas está lleno de referencias a Cristo orando. Es algo de lo que tenemos que tomar nota. Estamos llamados a orar; estamos llamados a servir; tenemos que orar para que Dios nos guie en la forma en que podemos servir, cómo podemos vivir nuestros votos bautismales más eficazmente.
Reporte del Diezmo DICIEMBRE 26 y 27 # de Sobres Misa Total 1,058 $38,201.06 Ofertorio realizado Online 181 $9,185.00 Navidad 950 $46,387.78 Ofertorio total para presupuesto operativo = $94,385.06
ENERO 2 y 3 # de Sobres Misa Total 1,272 $39,803.31 Ofertorio realizado Online 181 $9,266.00 Solemnidad de Santa María 467 $12,614.31 Ofertorio total para presupuesto operativo = $62,110.98 Total recolectado hasta 1/3 = $1,296,525.83 Representa el 48.23% de los $2,688,000.00 ingresos necesarios para el presupuesto operativo 201516.
Dona Sangre
El próximo domingo, 16 de noviembre, de 8:00 AM hasta la 1:00 PM en el parqueadero de la Iglesia. Los donantes El Bautismo de Cristo se relata en detalle en los Evangelios de recibirán un chequeo de presión, pulso, temperatura, conteo Mateo, Marcos y Lucas. Aunque el Bautismo no se detalla en el de hierro y chequeo de colesterol. Tiene que presentar Evangelio de Juan, todo el Evangelio de Juan comienza con el identificación con fotografía. ministerio público de Jesús, y hace referencia al Bautismo de Todos los tipos de sangre son bienvenidos! Cristo como lo que puso en marcha el ministerio de Jesús. San Juan Bautista dice en Juan Capítulo 1 básicamente esto: "Yo bautizo con agua, pero Él bautiza con el Espíritu Santo." Eruditos bíblicos señalan el Bautismo de Jesús como el primer indicio de la Santísima Trinidad; Jesús, el Hijo, está presente; cuando es bautizado, el Espíritu Santo desciende sobre Él; y Dios anuncia desde los Cielos, "Tú eres mi Hijo amado; Contigo me complazco”.
A nombre de los pacientes y sus familias, muchas gracias por su aporte que salva vidas!