March 13th, 2016 by Nativity Catholic Church

705 E Brandon Blvd. Brandon, FL

MARCH 13TH, 2016

“Joyfully and faithfully evangelizing for Christ!”

Memorial for the Unborn South West side of the Church.

Pastor: Rev. John Tapp Pastor Emeritus: Rev. Msgr James C. Lara Parochial Vicar: 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

Mass Schedule Weekend Mass

Saturday Vigil Mass

4:00PM (ASL Interpreted) 4:00PM Español (Capilla)

Sunday Masses

7:00, 8:30, 10:30AM 10:30AM Family Mass (Chapel 12:30PM Español 6:00PM LifeTeen

Daily Mass 7:00AM (Monday through Friday) 8:00AM (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat) 8:15AM (Wednesday) 7:00PM (Español Martes y Viernes) Morning Prayer 7:45AM (Monday through Saturday) Confession Schedule Saturday in Church 3:00 to 4:00PM 5:00 to 5:30PM

MARCH 13TH, 2016

h No, Not Again Today begins Daylight Savings Time. I’m not really a fan of the twice-a-year time changes, as you can probably guess from the title of this column. It makes little sense to me to “spring forward” at this time of year and “fall back” in November. But I know plenty of people who love Daylight Savings Time. They love the added sunlight in the evenings. And for them, it seems that the sunlight which extends later into the evenings, gives the impression that they actually have a bit more of life to live. I must admit that it is interesting that Daylight Savings Time comes about around the Solemnity of Easter. As you know, Easter is just two weeks away. While there is more sunlight than darkness this time of year, the approaching celebration of Easter reminds us of the “Sonlight” that Jesus brings into our lives. With Christ present in our lives, the darkness of sin and evil has no hold on us. The “Sonlight” of Christ enlightens our minds and enlivens our hearts. The Season of Lent has been a time to allow the light and life of Jesus Christ to permeate our lives and issue forth in our actions. The works of Lent are never ends unto themselves. Rather, they help us to turn away from sin and live lives that more perfectly reflect the light and love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. ~ Fr. Tapp

h no, no otra vez Hoy comienza el horario de verano. Yo no soy un fan de los cambios de hora dos veces al año, como usted probablemente puede adivinar por el título de esta columna. No tiene mucho sentido para mí "saltar hacia delante" en esta época del año y “caer atras" en noviembre. Pero sé que muchas personas aman el horario de verano. Ellos aman a la luz del sol añadido por las tardes. Y para ellos, parece que la luz del sol que se extiende más tarde en la noche, da la impresión de que realmente tienen un poco más de vida para vivir. Debo admitir que es interesante que el horario de verano surge alrededor de la Solemnidad de la Pascua. Como ustedes saben, solamente hay dos semanas para la Pascua. Mientras que hay más luz que oscuridad esta época del año, la inminente celebración de la Pascua nos recuerda del "Sonlight" que Jesús trae a nuestras vidas. Con Cristo presente en nuestras vidas, la oscuridad del pecado y del mal no tiene dominio sobre nosotros. El "Sonlight" de Cristo ilumina nuestra mente y aviva nuestros corazones. El tiempo de Cuaresma ha sido un tiempo para permitir que la luz y la vida de Jesucristo llenen nuestras vidas y emita adelante en nuestras acciones. Las obras de Cuaresma nunca son fines en sí mismos. Más bien, ellos nos ayudan a dejar el pecado y vivir una vida que refleje más perfectamente la luz y el amor de nuestro Salvador, Jesucristo. ~ P. Tapp

Remaining Penance Services

A continuación se enumeran los restantes Servicios de Penitencia que se llevará a cabo en nuestra área. Nuestra parroquia también tendrá Confesiones el próximo sábado de 3:00p.m.4:00p.m. y 5:00p.m.-5:30p.m.. Tenga en cuenta, el Sacramento de la Penitencia (Confesiones) NO se celebrará el sábado, 26 de marzo. También no habrá misa es día a las 4:00 p.m.

Listed below are the remaining Penance Services which will be held in our area. Our parish will also have Confessions next Saturday (the 19th) from 3 pm – 4 pm and 5 pm to 5:30 pm. Please note, the Sacrament of Penance (Confessions) will NOT be celebrated on Saturday, March 26th. There will also be no 4 pm Mass that same day.

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Mon, March Blessed Sacrament, Tampa @ 7 pm Tues, March 15th St. Stephen, Valrico @ 7 pm Wed, March 16th St. Clement, Plant City @ 7 pm Thurs, March 17th Resurrection, Reiverview @ 7 pm

Thanks for our Mission We’d like to thank Mr. Stephen J. Binz for joining us for our Parish Mission. His presentation about The Door of Mercy was relevant and important for this Jubilee Year of Mercy. Copies of this study are available for purchase in the Faith Formation office for $13. Stop by and pick one up for study during Lent!

Restantes servicios de penitencia

Lunes, 14 de marzo, Blessed Sacrament, Tampa a las 7 p.m. Martes, 15 de marzo, St. Stephen, Valrico a las 7 p.m. Miércoles, 16 de marzo, St. Clement, Plant City a las 7 p.m. Jueves, 17 de marzo, Resurrection, Riverview a las 7 p.m.

Gracias por nuestra Misión Nos gustaría agradecer al P. Jorge Mario Naranjo, por acompañarnos en nuestra misión hispana, y ayudarnos a mirar más profundamente en el tema que el Papa ha proclamado este año con respecto a la Merced, y para entender el amor que Dios tiene para cada uno de sus hijos.

FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT Mass Intentions | March 14th - 20th Monday 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. Tuesday 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00 a.m. 8:15 a.m. Thursday 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. Friday 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Palm Sunday 7:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 12:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m.

March 14, 2016 The Hendricks Family Catherine Cross March 15, 2016 Dionisio Roman Victoria Consiglio Howard Jose Eladio Velez (Spanish) (Chapel) March 16, 2016 David Winter & Family Dorian Andres Gomez March 17, 2016 Joseph Winter & Family Ramon Guerra March 18, 2016 Robert Winter & family Alex & Mary Gostola Luis Quezada & Thomas Gergly (Spanish) (Church) March 19, 2016 Jessica Kinnee Mrs. Margaret Guzik Juan Gutierrez (Spanish) (Chapel) March 20, 2016 Nativity Parish Family Nativity Parish Family Nativity Parish Family Nativity Parish Family Nativity Parish Family Nativity Parish Family

2016 Pastoral Council Selection At this time there are 7 openings on the Nativity Pastoral Council for the next term. If you feel you have received a call to the ministry of leadership, the discernment forms are available in the Church Library, Social Hall after Mass, at the Church Office, or on the Nativity website: www.nativitycatholicchurch.org Duties of the Council members: Pastoral planning, availability to the general membership, offer the Pastor counsel, encouragement, and help in discerning the needs of the parish community, be available for monthly meetings on the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm in the Church Office. Current Pastoral Council members will be available after Mass on Saturday, March 12th, in the church library, and in the Social Hall on Sunday, March 13th, to answer questions you may have. Completed forms are to be returned to the Church Office by Thursday, March 31, 2016 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Attention: Nativity Pastoral Council.

Lenten Events Friday Adoration - All day Stations of the Cross - Friday, 6:30pm Friday Fish Fry - 4:30 - 7:00 pm Spanish Cantata - Mar 22nd @ 7:30 pm English Cantata - Mar 23rd @ 7:30 pm

Palm Sunday is Next Week Palm Sunday is the final Sunday of Lent, the beginning of Holy Week, and commemorates the triumphant arrival of Christ in Jerusalem, days before he was crucified. Palm Sunday is known as such because the faithful will often receive palm fronds which they use to participate in the reenactment of Christ's arrival in Jerusalem. The palms are blessed and many people will fashion them into small crosses or other items of personal devotion. These may be returned to the church, or kept for the year. Because the palms are blessed, they may not be discarded as trash. Instead, they are appropriately gathered at the church and incinerated to create the ashes that will be used in the following year's Ash Wednesday observance.

Help Support Catholic Relief Services This weekend, March 12th and 13th, 5% of our total collection at Nativity Catholic Church will be donated to Catholic Relief services. Our donation supports six Catholic agencies that touch more than 100 million lives around the world. The funds from your donation help provide food to the hungry, welcome and support to displaced refugees, and advocacy for the voiceless. Please consider this as you give.

MARCH 13TH, 2016

Communications Volunteer Needed for Partners with La Victoria Partners with La Victoria is looking for a volunteer to work closely with the board of directors to develop and deliver communications for our non-profit organization. Responsibilities include developing an annual communications plan, leading the generation of content for the newsletter, email blasts, website, brochure, Facebook page, etc., coordinating webpage maintenance (ensuring that new and consistent information - article links, stories, and events - is posted regularly), and managing contacts. Please contact Miguel Suarez at 813.503.6575 for more information.

HOPE Ministry Events To be involved in our HOPE Justice Network Ministry, contact the Pastoral Care Office and put these events on your calendar. Monday, March 14th @ 6:30pm – Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Temple Terrace – for Justice Ministry TEAM members and NETWORK members. HOPE Nehemiah Action Assembly – Monday, April 4th @ 6:30 pm – St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Tampa – for anyone interested in participating in our parish justice ministry.

The Art and Chaos of Self Defense HAVE A LOVED ONE TO PROTECT AND EMPOWER?

Date: Saturday, April 16, 2016 | 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Location: Nativity Youth Center’s Second Floor, Hwy 60 at Bryan Road Who may attend: Adult women, men, college students Donation: $20 per person (proceeds for Nativity Youth programs) Contact: Contact Dave or Marie Clark (813) 685-9118 to register

St. Joseph’s Altar at Nativity Nativity Women’s Guild will provide the parish with a St. Joseph’s Altar on the Feast day of St. Joseph., March 19th – the weekend of Palm Sunday. And, it will remain available to visit on Sunday March 20th after all of the masses The St. Joseph Altar is an old tradition from Sicily. It serves as a reminder that those who have enjoyed some measure of good fortune must share it with those who have less. Please come visit the altar in Social Hall C, offer a prayer and be sure to receive your fava bean, which according to tradition, is kept in one’s possession as a remembrance of St. Joseph, who brings families blessings and protection. Thank you, hope to see you there.

Pray for Each Other Pray for the sick, suffering, and shut-ins to welcome the strength of God’s love, especially: Theresa Taffe, Suzie Taylor, Sam Troncalli, Ann Ulbricht, Christina Van Alstyne, Luis and Carmen Vargas, Rose Vier, Joan Wagner, Christie Washburn, Auburn Wells, Barbara White, Howard Wiebeld, Vincent Wildgen, Cathy Williams, Kenneth Wilson, Evelina Zambrano, Charlotte Zorn, George Wagner, Steve Alley, Bessie LoScalzo, Dr. Greenwell, Francis Davis, Anna Cifuni, Bienvenida Kjeer, Vincent Wilgen, Alex Hernandez, Stephanie Koch, Kay Walczak, Louise Rogers, Christine Alvarez, Addia Limtiaco, Alex Kepler, Norma Damico, Robert Landee, Bobby Dass, Ashlyn Conly, George Thomas, Virginia Lascera, Rosa Valentin, Richard Byerly, Natalie Lizanich, Ed Gefre, Angel Vasquez, Theresa Fraser, Joseph Ruzzi, Virginia Pascua, Richard & Betsy Mahoney, Joe LaPerna, Monserrate Gonzalez, Jose Gonzalez, Jessie Perez Gonzalez, Sylvia Perez Gonzalez, Jeanne A. Woodke, Katalin Lazzara, Dr. Joseph Chiarmonte, Aida Luz Betancourt, Courtney Daniels, Leonora Maggio, Irma Barrett, Estelito Rubio, Mary Demery, Ed Nagel, Michael Fultz, Jo Ann Shey 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. Thomas P. Lind, Charles Coggins, Amilcar Mejia, Amanda Destiny Martinez , Catherine Olsen, Thomas P. Lind, Shirley Paserpsky, Fausto Antonio Torres

March Monthly Food Drive The Nativity Outreach truck will be on campus for your convenience on March 19th & 20th, 2016 for your donations. Please consider donating food toward meals for the many families of our Food Pantry. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated. Thank you for your generosity and continued support of Nativity Outreach

What is Operation Rice Bowl? Operation Rice bowl is Catholic Relief Services’ Lenten program. Just as we celebrate the Eucharist on Sundays, we can use Operation Rice bowl as a way to “break bread” together with family and loved ones. Where does our donation go? 75 percent of your gifts to Operation Rice Bowl go to Catholic Relief Services to fund development projects overseas and Lenten education efforts in the United States. 25 percent of your gifts to Operation Rice Bowl remain in our Diocese to help fund local hunger and poverty alleviation efforts. Through these efforts, we assist people in our own communities as well as in communities around the world. What do we do with our donation? Please turn in your family’s Rice Bowl donation on or before March 30. You may bring it to the Religious Education office, or you may drop it in the collection basket (envelopes only) on Sunday. If you choose to drop it in the collection basket at Saturday evening or Sunday Mass, please mark your envelope – FAITH FORMATION - OPERATION RICE BOWL.

FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT

Weekly Reflection (courtesy of catholicsteward.com) Is 43: 16-21; Ps 126: 1-6; Phil 3: 8-14; Jn 8: 1-11

ur Lenten journeys are reaching an end, or at least they should be. Have we made the effort expected of us to make changes, to truly seek to continue our conversion? Today’s readings serve as reminders to us of what Lent means and what we should have been striving to do for the past several weeks. The prophet Isaiah often provides good advice to us through his revelations of the Words of God. In today’s First Reading God declares, “Remember not the events of the past, the things of long ago consider not; see, I am doing something new.” At the beginning of this Lenten season we were asked to do the same thing, but the question is, “Are we really doing something new?” It is not too late for us to do that. It is not too late for us to make the kinds of changes — the conversions — we need to make. However, now is the time, not later. One of the ways for us to bring about these conversions is to come to “know” Jesus. This can only be accomplished by carefully preparing and praying and reflecting. In the Second Reading, St. Paul speaks of how he has come to know Jesus, how he (Paul) has developed the deep relationship with the Lord which is necessary. Do we know Jesus? “Knowing” Him does not simply mean that we are familiar with His story and His significance to us. We may be aware of much about Jesus, but to truly “know” Him requires something much deeper. Paul makes reference to knowing Jesus and the “power of His resurrection.” That is an important aspect of what we are doing in preparation for Easter — coming to fully know the “power of His resurrection.” Jesus is conveying this power to us right now, during Lent. It is a life-giving power. Just as He approaches his death and resurrection, we do the same. The other way of “knowing” Jesus to which Paul makes reference is the “sharing of His sufferings.” We, too, should be moving toward Calvary. It is not just a question of following Jesus, but we are called to be “in” Him at this time. St. Paul also said in his letter to the Romans, “If children, then heirs — heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him, that we may also be glorified together.” (Rom 8:17) As we complete our Lenten preparations, we must remember that being in Christ also means being in His death. That sense of identifying with Christ culminates in our Gospel Reading from St. John. This Gospel relates one of the best-known stories relating to Jesus’ mercy, the story of the accused adulteress, whom the Pharisees use to again test Jesus. Perhaps the most common quote we hear from this Gospel is “Let the one among you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” In this Year of Mercy, and especially

5 during Lent, it is well for us to remember that we are called to love, not be judgmental. There are so many times in our lives, and so many people in our lives who have borne judgment from us. Not only is this a time for mercy, but also it is important for us to be forgiving, as Jesus is. This can be our way of doing “something new”; of being one with Jesus and knowing Him as He would have us do; and most important, to find forgiveness in our hearts and to reconcile with those from whom we may be alienated. God loves us, and we must love others.

Kids Pray, Serve, and Give Mackenzie helped fold laundry with Mommy. Isaiah gave his friend Swedish fish. Elle did her homework without complaining. Haley comforted her mommy when she was sad.

The final numbers are in!

Even with three days of inclement weather during the 46th Annual Novemberfest, we still raised $155,921.56 to benefit the students of Nativity Catholic School, Faith Formation and Youth Ministry. We would like to thank our many dedicated volunteers and helping to make this event successful. A special thank you to all our sponsors and vendors who gave so generously to Novemberfest. From the Novemberfest Committee: THANK YOU!

Forgot your envelope? Going to be traveling this summer? Want more information on giving online? Visit nativitycatholicchurch.org and click on Online Giving. If you need assistance with updating your account information, please call the Online Giving Customer Support at 800-348-2886 option 4. Get a current view of the state of our parish finances at: www.nativitycatholicchurch.org/parish-info/finance

MARCH 13TH, 2016

Youth & Young Adult

813.689.4147

6pm Mass. See you there! High School (Grades 9 - 12) (LIFE TEEN) Join us at Nativity’s Youth Center on Sundays, after the 6 pm Mass & Wednesdays from 7 - 9pm Eryn Lentner, Youth Director

Middle School (Grades 6 - 8) (LIFE FORCE) Join us at Nativity’s Youth Center, Tuesdays from 6 - 8 pm. Young Adults (18 - 40) REAL LIFE Every Thursday at Nativity’s Youth Center at 8 pm for faith, fun, and fellowship. Vida Joven Meets Friday in the chapel at 7 pm. Meal, faith and fun program until 9 pm. All High School age members of our Hispanic community are welcome to join us this Friday evening for a time of prayer, spiritual growth and fellowship. 7:00pm - Misa en Español 7:30pm - Dinner 8:00pm - Charla and Community Time Lent is drawing to a close so fast, and Holy Week is just around the corner! Time to prepare for the celebration of the Paschal Mystery! What is the Paschal Mystery you ask? Come by and let’s talk about it this Sunday after the 6pm Mass. We will be meeting in the Life Lounge for dinner and our Life Night. See you then!

FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT

Faith Formation

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Faith Formation Class Update Changes to Wednesday evening class schedule: Please note that we do NOT have class on Wednesday, March 16th, due to Hillsborough County Spring Pam Emery, Break. We are also out on Wednesday, Religious Education March 23rd, which is Holy Week. However, WE DO have class on Wednesday, March 30th.

Sunday class schedule: No class next Sunday, March 20th due to Palm Sunday and no class on Easter Sunday, March 27th.

Our Holy Father reminds us to celebrate Lent as “a privileged moment to experience God’s mercy – to rediscover the merciful face of the Father.” May our merciful Father be with you as you continue the discipline of Lent and prayerfully prepare for the great feast of Easter!

Reflecting on the Word for families: John’s Gospel says that God sent Jesus into the world not to condemn it but to offer eternal life. In our Gospel story today, Jesus refuses to condemn the sinful woman but offers her forgiveness. He will do the same for us! On the way home from Mass, discuss the following: Why is Jesus so willing to forgive us?

Pastoral Care

Little Flowers and Blue Knights Little Flowers Girls' Club and Blue Knights Boys' Club are clubs for girls and boys ages 5 and up that teach virtues through scripture, saints' biographies and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. We look forward to new members throughout the year. Our March Meeting is on March 20th, at 3:30pm in the Pastoral Care Center.

Did he say Exorcism?

During the Scrutinies, celebrated as part of the Rite of Christian Initiation, the parish community joins with the Elect, who will be baptized at the Easter vigil, in examining our lives to uncover the places and occasions of sin. Special prayers, called Exorcisms are prayed aloud over the Elect just prior to the priest celebrant laying hands on each individual. These prayers of exorcism ask God for His blessing and grace that the Elect may be able to examine their consciences, seek a purity of heart and be free of the evil in their lives that leads them to sin. Laying on of hands is a sign of our sincere desire that they may be reconVicki Hawkins, ciled and healed by the saving actions of Adult Faith Formation Jesus Christ.

813.413.8351

The Spirit of the Year of Mercy

An Anointing Mass for the Sick

Over these Lenten Sundays Representatives from the Ministries of the Nativity Pastoral Care Office will be in the Social Hall to answer your questions, share with you what you can do to be a part of Bonnie Ussery, Pastoral Care Director these ministries, and how they can be of help to you or members of your family. Please stop by to learn more about these important ministries of mercy.

The Anointing of the Sick is to strengthen those who are ill. The soul of the sick one receives strength and comfort through the Sacrament to resist temptations to lose faith. The Sacrament seeks to bring solace, and if it is the Divine plan, physical healing. This Mass will be held on Saturday, March 19th at 8:00 a.m. in the Chapel

Come Help Family Promise Are you looking to make a difference in the life of a family?

This week, join us to learn about our HOPE, Family Promise, and Life Ministries.

Volunteer in the Family Promise Ministry! If you have SET training for working with children and have Level 2 clearances come join us…if not, let’s get you ready! Needed are overnight volunteers, people to welcome and share a meal, wash sheets and much more. *In less than two years, 20 families have been helped to get back on their feet and into housing! Call Pastoral Care at 413-8351 to find out more.

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Friday - 3/18/2016 (cont.)

Greeting Card Ministry

9:00AM - 11:00AM

SH (D)

Women's Emmaus Send-Off

5:30PM - 6:30PM

Quilters

9:00AM - 12:00PM

PC (Back)

Stations of the Cross

6:30PM - 7:30PM

Church

St. Vincent DePaul

10:30AM - 2:00PM

PC (Mid)

Vida Joven

6:30PM - 9:30PM

YOUTH

Women's Emmaus Prep

5:30PM - 9:00PM

PC (Back)

Men's Emmaus Team

Hispanic Lectors

6:30PM - 9:00PM

SH (D)

Lenten Seminars

7:00PM - 8:30PM 7:00PM - 8:30PM

PC SH (D)

Men's Emmaus Mtg

6:45PM - 8:45PM

CRSP Pentecostes Mujeres

8:00PM - 9:30PM

Chapel

Parent Ed Night

7:00PM - 9:00PM

SH (A&B)

Legion de Maria

7:30PM - 9:00PM

Tuesday - 3/15/2016 SVdP Community

1:30PM - 3:00PM

PC (Back)

Girl Talk

5:00PM - 6:00PM

LIFE FORCE

6:00PM - 8:00PM

YOUTH

Women's Guild Board Mtg.

6:30PM - 9:00PM

Sacrament Prep

6:30PM - 7:00PM

Church

Wednesday - 3/16/2016

Saturday - 3/19/2016 CFC Youth Assembly Annointing Mass

8:00AM - 9:00AM

MPR, LL Church

Presentation Lord's Prayer

8:00AM - 8:30AM

Chapel

Holy Week Rehearsal

9:00AM - 12:00PM

Church

Respect Life - Inventory

11:00AM - 8:00PM

Emmaus Lent

2:00PM - 4:00PM

PC (Front)

St. Joseph's Altar

5:00PM - 7:00PM

SH (C)

Life Force Movie Night

6:00PM - 10:00PM

YOUTH

FBJ Meeting

6:30PM - 9:30PM

Fitness Ministry Zumba

10:30AM - 11:30AM

MPR

Meals on Wheels

10:30AM - 11:30AM

SH (C)

St. Jude Prayer Mtg

5:00PM - 7:00PM

PC (Back)

St. Joseph's Altar

CRSP Apostolado Mujeres

6:00PM - 9:00PM

SH (A&B)

Faith Formation

6:30PM - 7:45PM

School

K of C Assembly

6:30PM - 9:30PM

RCIA/RICA

7:00PM - 9:00PM

SH (C&D)

Grupo de Oración

7:00PM - 9:00PM

Chapel

Conocer La Biblia

7:00PM - 9:00PM

LIFE TEEN

7:00PM - 9:00PM

YOUTH

Chorale Rehearsal

7:30PM - 9:30PM

Church

Thursday - 3/17/2016

Sunday - 3/20/2016 7:00AM - 7:00PM

SH (C)

RCIA Youth

9:00AM - 10:30AM

School

Adult Confirmation Classes

10:30AM - 12:00PM

School

3:30PM - 5:30PM

Women's Guild

5:00PM - 8:30PM

SH (B)

LIFE TEEN Prayer Team

7:00PM - 9:00PM

Chapel

LIFE TEEN

7:00PM - 9:00PM

YOUTH

Blue Knights & Little Flowers

For all events and updates please check the website calendar. 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 - Multi-Purpose Room

Come Clean Church

7:00AM - 9:30AM

Church

Come Clean Chapel

8:45AM - 10:30AM

Chapel

Adult Bible Study

9:30AM - 11:00AM

Senior Fitness Class

10:30AM - 12:00PM

MPR

Food Pantry

1:30PM - 5:00PM

Holy Week Schedule (March 24 - 27)

CRSP Hombres

6:15PM - 9:00PM

Sacrament Prep

6:30PM - 7:00PM

Church

Young Adults

7:00PM - 10:00PM

Holy Thursday Service of the Lord's Supper 7:00pm in the Church Adoration at 9pm in the Chapel.

Evening Scripture Study

7:00PM - 9:00PM

AE (B)

Estudio Biblico

7:00PM - 9:00PM

AE (A)

Charismatic Prayer

7:00PM - 9:00PM

Chapel

Catholics Come Home

7:30PM - 8:30PM

SH (D)

Coro Hispano

7:30PM - 9:00PM

Church

Solemn Easter Vigil Mass (Bilingual) 8:00pm in the Church

SH (B)

Easter Masses Church– 6:30, 8:30 (ASL), 10:30, 12:30 (Español) Gym– 8:30 and 10:30 (Family Mass) Chapel– 8:30 (Español), 10:30

Friday - 3/18/2016 PB&J Ministry

8:30AM - 10:30AM

Adoration

8:45AM - 6:45PM

Chapel

Fish Fry

4:30PM - 7:00PM

SH (A&B)

Good Friday Services: 3:00pm, 7:00pm, and Español a las 6:30pm en el Gym. Holy Saturday Blessing of the Easter Bread 12:00pm in the Chapel.

FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT

Reflexión Semanal (cortesía de catholicsteward.com) Is 43, 16-21; Sal 126: 1-6; Flp 3, 8-14; Jn 8: 1-11

Nuestra jornada Cuaresmal está llegando a su fin, o al menos debería ser. ¿Hemos hecho el esfuerzo que se espera de nosotros para hacer cambios, para buscar realmente a continuar nuestra conversión? Las lecturas de hoy sirven como recordatorios para nosotros de lo que significa la Cuaresma y lo que deberíamos haber estado esforzándonos hacer por las últimas semanas. El profeta Isaías a menudo proporciona un buen consejo para nosotros a través de sus revelaciones de las palabras de Dios. En la primera lectura de hoy Dios declara, "Recuerda no los acontecimientos del pasado, no consideres las cosas de hace mucho tiempo; ver, estoy haciendo algo nuevo. "Al principio de este tiempo de Cuaresma se nos pidió hacer lo mismo, pero la pregunta es," ¿Realmente estamos haciendo algo nuevo? "No es demasiado tarde para hacerlo. No es demasiado tarde para hacer los tipos de cambios - las conversiones - que tenemos que hacer. Sin embargo, ahora es el momento, no más tarde. Una de las maneras para nosotros poder lograr estas conversiones es venir a "conocer" a Jesús. Esto sólo se puede lograr mediante la cuidadosa preparación, la oración y reflexionando. En la segunda lectura, San Pable habla de cómo él ha llegado a conocer a Jesús, cómo él (Pablo) ha desarrollado la relación profunda con el Señor que es necesario. ¿Conocemos nosotros a Jesús? "Conocer" Él no significa simplemente que estamos familiarizados con Su historia y Su importancia para nosotros. Podemos ser conscientes de mucho acerca de Jesús, pero realmente "saber" lo requiere algo mucho más profundo. Pablo hace referencia a conocer a Jesús y el “poder de su resurrección”. Este es un aspecto importante de lo que estamos haciendo en la preparación para la Pascua, llegar a conocer plenamente el "poder de su resurrección." Jesús está transmitiendo este poder a nosotros ahora, durante la Cuaresma. Es un poder que da vida. Del mismo modo que Él se acerca a su muerte y resurrección, nosotros hacemos lo mismo. La otra forma de "conocer" a Jesús a la que Pablo hace referencia es el "compartir de sus sufrimientos." Nosotros, también, debemos estar moviéndonos hacia Calvario. No es sólo una cuestión de seguir a Jesús, pero nosotros estamos llamados a ser "en" Él en este momento. San Pablo también dijo en su carta a los Romanos, "si hijos, también herederos; herederos de Dios y coherederos con Cristo, si es que padecemos juntamente con él, para que juntamente con él seamos glorificados" (Romanos 8:17) Mientras completamos nuestras preparaciones de Cuaresma, hay que recordar que estar en Cristo significa también estar en su muerte. Ese sentido de identificación con Cristo culmina en nuestra

9 lectura del Evangelio de San Juan. Este Evangelio refiere a una de las historias más conocidas relacionadas con la misericordia de Jesús, la historia de la adúltera acusada, a quien los Fariseos usaron de nuevo para poner a prueba a Jesús. Tal vez la cita más común que escuchamos de este Evangelio es "Aquel de vosotros que esté sin pecado sea el primero en arrojar la piedra contra ella." En este Año de Misericordia, y especialmente durante la Cuaresma, es bueno para nosotros recordar que estamos llamados a amar, no ser crítico. Hay tantas veces en nuestras vidas, y tantas personas en nuestras vidas que han soportado el juicio de nosotros. Esto no sólo es un tiempo para la misericordia, sino que también es importante para nosotros perdonar como Jesús perdona. Esto puede ser nuestra forma de hacer "algo nuevo"; de ser uno con Jesús y conocerlo como Él quiere que hagamos; y lo más importante, para encontrar el perdón en nuestros corazones y reconciliarse con aquellos de que estemos alienados. Dios nos ama, y nosotros debemos amar a los demás.

Nuestros niños oren, serven y donan Mackenzie ayudó doblar la ropa con Mami. Isaías dio a su amigo peces sueco. Elle hizo su tarea sin quejarse. Haley consoló a su mamá cuando estaba triste.

Los números finales están de moda! Incluso con tres días de las inclemencias del tiempo durante la 46ª anual Novemberfest, todavía recaudamos $ 155,921.56 para beneficiar a los estudiantes de la escuela católica de la Nativity, Formación de Fe y Ministerio Juvenil. Nos gustaría agradecer a nuestros muchos voluntarios dedicados que ayudaban a hacer de este evento un éxito. Un agradecimiento especial a todos nuestros patrocinadores y proveedores que han dado tan generosamente a Novemberfest. De todo el Comité Novemberfest GRACIAS!

MARCH 13TH, 2016

¿Has olvidado su sobre?

Eventos de HOPE

¿Vas de viaje este verano? ¿Desea más información sobre la entrega en línea? Visita nativitycatholicchurch.org y haga clic en Online Giving. Si necesita ayuda para actualizar la información de su cuenta, por favor llame a la línea de soporte al cliente al 800.348.2886 opción 4.

Para participar en nuestro Ministerio de Justicia HOPE, ponte en contacto con la Oficina de Cuidado Pastoral y poner estos eventos en su calendario. Lunes, 14 de marzo, a las 6:30 pm - Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Temple Terrace - los miembros del equipo del Ministerio de Justicia y de los miembros de la red HOPE Asamblea Acción Nehemías – Lunes, 4 de abril, a las 6:30 pm – St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Tampa, para cualquier persona interesada en participar en nuestro Ministerio Parroquial de Justicia.

Ayuda de soporte Catholic Relief Services Esta fin de semana, el 12 de marzo y 13 de 5% de la colección total al Nativity iglesia católica será donado a los servicios de Catholic Relief. Nuestra donación soporta seis agencias católicas que tocan más de 100 millones de vidas en todo el mundo. Los fondos de su donación ayuda proporcionan alimentos a los hambrientos, acogida y el apoyo a los refugiados desplazados, y la defensa de los sin voz. Esta semana, por favor considere esto como que das.

Matriculando Ahora a nuevas familias para el 2016 - año escolar 17. Si su familia, o una familia que sabe, quiere ser parte de una comunidad vibrante de fe llena, excitado, y los alumnos inteligentes, esta es tu oportunidad! Nativity de la escuela católica está aceptando inscripciones para nuevas familias para el 2016 - año escolar 17 y está buscando para que se unan. Durante un recorrido por el campus, para averiguar más acerca de nuestro programa de tecnología integrada, o escuchar acerTherese Alonso, ca de nuestro personal apasionado, Asuntos scolares llame al 813.689.3395 Teresa Alonso

Mediados de Año Venta uniforme utilizado Dejar sus donaciones y remesas, llevar con uniformes de uso de su hijo ahora. Reserva Martes, 12 de abril 2016 reemplazos de compra de los uniformes rotos o desgastados, o superado. Sé el primero en comprar uniformes para el próximo año escolar. Para más información llame al: Willie 813.850.3073 o Fran 813.205.3882

Camión de Donación para Alimentos El camión de la Nativity será en el campus el 19 & 20 de Marzo para su conveniencia. Por favor, considere donar algunos alimentos que contribuyan a comidas para nuestras familias de la Despensa de Alimentos de Nativity. Cualquiera y todas las donaciones son muy apreciadas. Gracias por su generosidad y apoyo constante de la Despensa y el Banco de Alimentos.

2016 Selección para el Consejo Pastoral En este momento hay 7 aberturas del Consejo Pastoral Nativity para el próximo mandato. Si usted siente que ha recibido una llamada al ministerio de liderazgo, las formas de discernimiento están disponibles en la biblioteca de la iglesia, el Salón Social después de la misa, en la oficina de la iglesia, o en el sitio web de Nativity: www.nativitycatholicchurch.org Los deberes de los miembros del Consejo: La planificación pastoral, la disponibilidad de los miembros en general, ofrecer el Consejo al Pastor, aliento y ayuda en el discernimiento de las necesidades de la comunidad parroquial, estará disponible para reuniones mensuales, el primer miércoles del mes a las 6:30 pm en la oficina de la iglesia. Actuales miembros del Consejo Pastoral estarán disponibles después de la misa el sábado, 12 de marzo en la biblioteca de la iglesia, y en el Salón Social el domingo, 13 de marzo a responder a las preguntas que pueda tener. Los formularios completos deben ser devueltos a la oficina de la iglesia para el Jueves, el 31 de de marzo de, 2016 Atención: Consejo Pastoral Nativity.

Vida Joven Se reúne el viernes en la capilla a las 7 pm. Comida, fe y divertido programa hasta las 9 pm. Todos los miembros en edad de secundaria de nuestra comunidad hispana son bienvenidos a unirse a nosotros este viernes por la noche durante un tiempo de oración, el crecimiento espiritual y la communion.

FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT

Próximo Domingo es Domingo de Ramos

El arte y el caos de la autodefensa Tiene un ser querido A a proteger y fortalecer? Fecha: Sábado, 16 de de abril de, el año 2016 | 8:30 am a 13:00 Lugar: Centro Juvenil Nativity segundo piso, la autopista 60 en Bryan carretera ¿Quién puede asistir: mujeres, hombres, estudiantes universitarios adultos Donación: $ 20 por persona (fondos para programas de jóvenes Nativity) Contacto: Contacto de Dave Clark o Marie (813) 6859118 para registrarse

Altar de San José en Nativity El Gremio de Mujeres de Nativity proporcionará la parroquia con un altar de San José en la Festividad de San José. 19 de marzo -el fin de semana del Domingo de Ramos. Y, permanecerá disponible para visitar el domingo 20 de marzo, después de todas las misas. El altar de San José es una antigua tradición de Sicilia. Sirve como un recordatorio de que los que han disfrutado de una cierta medida de la buena fortuna debe compartirlo con los que menos tienen. Por favor, venga a visitar el altar en Social Sala C, ofrecer una oración y estar seguro de recibir su habas, que según la tradición, se mantiene en su posesión como recuerdo de San José, que reúne a las familias bendiciones y protección. Gracias, esperamos verte allí.

¿Dijo

exorcismo?

Durante los Escrutinios, celebrado como parte del rito de iniciación cristiana, la comunidad parroquial se une a los elegidos, que serán bautizados en la Vigilia de Pascua, en el examen de nuestras vidas para descubrir los lugares y las ocasiones de pecado. oraciones especiales, llame Exorcismos se rezan en voz alta sobre los elegidos justo antes de la celebrante poner las manos sobre cada individuo. Estas oraciones de exorcismo pedir a Dios la bendición y Su gracia que el electo puede ser capaz de examinar su conciencia, buscar una pureza del corazón y estar libres del mal en sus vidas que les llevan al pecado. La imposición de manos son una señal de nuestro sincero deseo de que puedan reconciliarse y curados por las acciones salvíficas de Jesucristo.

El Domingo de Ramos abre solemnemente la Semana Santa, con el recuerdo de las Palmas y de la passión, de la entrada de Jesús en Jerusalén y la liturgia de la palabra que evoca la Pasión del Señor en el Evangelio de San Mateo. En este día, se entrecruzan las dos tradiciones litúrgicas que han dado origen a esta celebración: la alegre, multitudinaria, festiva liturgia de la iglesia madre de la ciudad santa, que se convierte en mimesis, imitación de los que Jesús hizo en Jerusalén, y la austera memoria - anamnesis - de la pasión que marcaba la liturgia de Roma. Liturgia de Jerusalén y de Roma, juntas en nuestra celebración. Con una evocación que no puede dejar de ser actualizada. Vamos con el pensamiento a Jerusalén, subimos al Monte de los olivos para recalar en la capilla de Betfagé, que nos recuerda el gesto de Jesús, gesto profético, que entra como Rey pacífico, Mesías aclamado primero y condenado después, para cumplir en todo las profecías. . Por un momento la gente revivió la esperanza de tener ya consigo, de forma abierta y sin subterfugios aquel que venía en el nombre del Señor. Al menos así lo entendieron los más sencillos, los discípulos y gente que acompañó a Jesús, como un Rey.

¿Qué es la Operación Plato de Arroz?

Operación Plato de Arroz es el funcionamiento del programa de Cuaresma de Catholic Relief Services. Del mismo modo que se celebra la Eucaristía los domingos, podemos utilizar un tazón de Arroz como una forma de "partir el pan", junto con la familia y seres queridos. ¿A dónde va nuestra donación? 75 por ciento de sus regalos a la Operación Plato de Arroz ir a Catholic Relief Services para financiar proyectos de desarrollo en el extranjero y los esfuerzos de educación de Cuaresma en los Estados Unidos. 25 por ciento de sus regalos a la Operación Plato de Arroz permanecen en nuestra Diócesis para ayudar a financiar los esfuerzos de aliviar el hambre y la pobreza locales. A través de estos esfuerzos, ayudamos a la gente en nuestras propias comunidades, así como en las comunidades de todo el mundo. ¿Qué hacemos con nuestra donación? Por favor, a su vez en la donación del Operación Plato de Arroz de su familia en o antes del 30 de marzo Usted puede traer a la oficina de educación religiosa, o puede caer en la cesta de recogida (sólo sobres) el domingo. Si decide soltarlo en la cesta de recogida en el sábado por la noche o misa del domingo, por favor marque su sobre - FORMACIÓN DE FE - Operación Plato de Arroz.

Investigación sobre la Fe Católica ¿Está buscando conocer más acerca del Dios vivo? Venir y ver lo que la Iglesia Católica tiene que ofrecer. Nuestra próxima sesión de consulta comienza este domingo, 13 de marzo a las 9 de la Ed adulto edificio. Traiga sus preguntas sobre la fe!