DECEMBER 13TH, 2015
NATIVITY CATHOLIC CHURCH "Joyfully and faithfully evangelizing for Christ!"
Gaudete Sunday
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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MASS SCHEDULE Daily Mass Weekend Mass 7:00am (Monday through Friday) Saturday Vigil Mass 8:00AM (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat) 4:00PM (Interpreted for Deaf) 8:15AM (Wednesday) 4:00PM Espa単ol (Capilla) 7:00PM (Espa単ol Martes y Viernes) Sunday Masses Morning Prayer 7:00, 8:30, 10:30AM 10:30AM Family Mass (Chapel) 7:45AM (Monday through Saturday) Confession Schedule 12:30PM Espa単ol Saturday in Church: 3:00 to 4:00PM 6:00PM LifeTeen 5:00 to 5:30PM
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hristmas Lists – Most of us make lists of things we want or need to buy at Christmas. But here’s a list of things that you might check out during these remaining weeks of Advent…
istas de Navidad – Muchos de nosotros hacemos listas de las cosas que tenemos que comprar en la Navidad. Pero aquí hay una lista de las cosas que deben revisar durante las últimas semanas de Adviento.
audete Sunday – This third week of Advent is known as Gaudete Sunday. The word “gaudete” comes from the Latin which means “rejoice.” We rejoice at this time of year because the celebration of the birth of Christ draws closer and closer. And, we wait with joyful expectation to the coming of Christ at the end of time when He will make all things new.
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enance Service – The readings at Mass this time of year often focus on the figure of St. John the Baptist. St John is fond of telling us to “prepare a way for the Lord.” One of the ways we do that is by participating in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Our parish Penance Service will be celebrated on Monday, December 14th at 7pm. There will be over 10 priests from various parishes to celebrate the sacrament with us. Please join us for this celebration of reconciliation and healing.
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ervicio Penitencial Las lecturas en la Misa durante esta época del año a menudo se enfocan en la figura de San Juan Bautista. San Juan nos avisa que tenemos que “preparar un camino para el Señor.” Una de las maneras de hacer esto es participando en el Sacramento de la Reconciliación. Nuestro Servicio Penitencial se celebrara el lunes, 14 de diciembre, a las 7:00 pm. Habrá más de 10 sacerdotes de varias parroquias celebrando este sacramento con nosotros. Únase a nosotros para esta celebración de reconciliación y sanación.
ear of Mercy – On December 8th, Pope Francis announced the beginning of a Year of Mercy. When we think of “mercy” we probably first think of forgiveness or the Sacrament of Reconciliation. But mercy is so much more. Think in terms of the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy. Have you forgotten what they are? Then a little Advent Project for you might be to look them up and ask yourself how they can become a part of your daily living.
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etirement for Religious – Many religious Sisters (think of those that taught you back in grade school) have no means of financial support during their retirement years. To help support them, parishes throughout the United States take up a collection to assist those Sisters. This weekend we will tithe a portion of our Offertory Collection to these Sisters who can use our assistance. Thank you for your generosity to them.
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omingo de Regocijo (Gaudete) – La tercera semana de Adviento se conoce como el Domingo de Gaudete. La palabra “gaudete” viene del Latin que significa “regocijo.” Nos regocijamos durante esta época del año porque la celebración del nacimiento de Cristo se acerca. Y, nosotros esperamos con alegre expectación la llegada de Cristo al final de los tiempos cuando El hará que todo quede nuevo.
ño de Misericordia – El 8 de diciembre el Papa Francisco anuncio el comienzo del Año de Misericordia. Cuando pensamos en “misericordia” lo más probable pensamos en el perdón o el Sacramento de Reconciliación. Pero la misericordia es mucho más. Piensen en términos de Obras de Misericordia Corporales e Espirituales. ¿Se les ha olvidado lo que son? Entonces un pequeño Proyecto de Adviento seria averiguar cuáles son y preguntarse cómo podrían formar parta de su vida diaria. etiro de Religiosas – Muchas Hermanas religiosas (piensen en las que los educaron en los grados primarios) no tienen apoyo financiero durante sus años de retiro. Para ayudarlas, parroquias a través de los Estados Unidos toman una colecta para ayudar a estas Hermanas. Este fin de semana una porción del diezmo de nuestra Colecta del Ofertorio será designado a estas Hermanas para ayudarlas. Gracias por su generosidad hacia ellas.
Christmas Eve Mass Times
Christmas Day Mass Times
4pm Church and Gym
7:00am Church
7:30pm Church and Gym
8:30am Church 10:30am Church
11pm Carols in the Church Followed by Midnight Mass
12:30pm Spanish(Church)
Year Of Mercy Prayer Lord Jesus Christ, you have taught us to be merciful like the heavenly Father, and have told us that whoever sees you sees Him. 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,
Be sure to get in touch with Thomas Sanjurjo, bulletin@nativitycatholicchurch.org to contribute to our bulletin. Spiritual Growth Stewardship Ministries in Action Community Bulletin
OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW IN FAITH P4 Stewardship Bulletin Reflection, Mass Intentions, Local Penance Services, Misas de Aguinaldo P5 Pray for One Another, Freedom in Christ, Mercy Me, Advent Quick Tip P6 Advent Penitential Services P8 Reflexión de las Escrituras P9 Misas de Aguinaldo, Servicios de Penitencia Locales
OPPORTUNITIES FOR STEWARDSHIP OF TIME, TALENT, AND TREASURE P6 Tithing Report, We're Looking for Greeters, Christmas "Goodie Bags", Volunteer with Pastoral Care, Faith Sharing Group Leaders P7 Partner with La Victoria, Bus Drivers Needed P9 Choferes de Autobús, Reporte del Diezmo, Asocios con La Victoria, Buscando Saludadores
MINISTRIES IN ACTION P7 Nativity HOPE Welcome RCIA Seekers
Ministry,
proclaim liberty to captives and the oppressed, and restore sight to the blind.
COMMUNITY BULLETIN
We ask this through the intercession of Mary, Mother of Mercy,
P7 Brothers in Christ, Married and in Love, St Nicholas' Toy Shop, P8 Week at a Glance, Mark Your Calendars P9 Hermanos en Cristo
you who live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit for ever and ever. Amen.
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Stewardship Bulletin Reflection
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Shout for joy!” With that exclamation our First Reading from the prophet Zephaniah begins. We are told to “Sing joyfully” and to “Be glad and exult” as well. St. Paul in his letter to the Philippians proclaims, “Rejoice in the Lord always. I shall say it again: rejoice!” Why are we so joyous? St. John the Baptist explains it in our Gospel Reading from St. Luke: “I am baptizing you with water, but one mightier than I is coming.” Indeed…the Lord is coming, and soon, and that is why we are called to “Rejoice” on this Third Sunday of Advent which is called Gaudete Sunday by the Church. Gaudete means “Rejoice.” Even our Responsorial Psalm includes “Cry out with joy and gladness.” Christ came among us, and that is why we celebrate Christmas with such a sense of delight. The prophet Zephaniah also declares, “…the King of Israel, the Lord, is in your midst; you have no further misfortune to fear.” There should be something comfortable about the coming of Christ, His birth on Christmas. We may get caught up in challenges and sorrows which are part of our lives, but the point of Advent is for us to prepare for the incredible Christmas gift of Jesus Christ. Today is a day which reminds us of that. The First Reading reminds us that God sings, too, because of each of us. The image of God singing is not one we have very often unfortunately; however, that is our Lord completely. He sings over and because of us; He feels joy which we provide, so that He breaks into song. At least that is what we need to be striving for — that is what our preparations for Christmas should mean to Him. St. Paul’s joy that he proclaims and encourages us to share in the Second Reading is also based upon the presence of Christ. We speak often of stewardship, of a way of life where people give of themselves, of what they may have, their time, their talent, and their treasure, out of love and a sense of service to others. It is said that stewardship people are happy people, people who have a strong sense of trust in God, and who view things in a positive way. That is what Paul wants us to do as well. Paul tells us “Your kindness should be known to all.” The Greek word which Paul used for “kindness” was epieikeia which can be translated as patience, a softness of heart, modesty, forbearance, a magnanimous feeling toward others. That, too, is what our Advent preparations should reflect. They should prepare us for what is in reality the Christmas Spirit, a true sense of elation reflected in how we live our lives and how we treat others.
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power to transform us. Advent, the time right now when the coming of the Lord is imminent, is the time to allow Jesus to change our hearts and to help us be the disciples He wants and loves.
Mass Intentions | Dec 14th 20th 7:00 am 8:00 am 7:00 am 8:00 am 7:00 am 8:15 am 7:00 am 8:00 am 7:00 am 8:00 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, December 14 Bruce Campbell Sr. Marie Rene Azar Tuesday, December 15 James J. Ward Britt Hardy Wednesday, December 16 Carol Lukes Skip Steinbrick Thursday, December 17 Loretta Mactal Joann Weglian Friday, December 18 Shawn Whitcomb Roberto Santos Javi & Edwin Muniz (Chapel) Saturday, December 19 Christopher Woodke Thomas J Deevse Jr. Iluminada Pacheco (Chapel) Sunday, December 20 Christine O'Donnell Michaelene Kelly Sidwell Marciana Velasco Quindo Susan DeVera & Alfredo Rosalina Rafael Zelaya Peter Saya
Local Penance Services Here is the list of the Penance Services that will be held in our area during the week. Nativity Church Monday, December 14th at 7 pm St. Francis of Assisi Church, Sefner Tuesday, December 15th at 7 pm St. Clement Church, Plant City Wednesday, December 16 at 7pm Resurrection Church, Riverview Thursday, December 17th at 7 pm St. Stephen Church, Valrico Monday, December 21st at 7 pm
Please note, at Nativity Church there will be no individual confessions on the weekdays (MonThurs, December 2124) When asked what we should do, St. John the Baptist in the Gospel leading up to Christmas. says in effect that we should share; we should treat others with respect and justice; we should not be spiteful or nasty. Are these not the same things we try to teach children? Sometimes when we get older, and bit more callous, we forget that this is the attitude we are expected to have, the way to live our lives as Christians and Catholics. Now, Advent, is the time to make that conversion, that change, that repentance. As John indicates, we have been baptized by the Lord with “the Holy Spirit and fire.” The Lord has the
Misas de Aguinaldo Join our Spanish community for the Misas de Aguinaldo, December 21, 22, 23 at 6:00 a.m in the Church.
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Pray for One Another
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Mercy Me
Pray for the sick, suffering, and shutins to welcome the strength of God’s love, especially:
A Year of Mercy Begins with our own conversion
John Hayes, Jack Herrman, Nancy Hill, Marlon Hill, Enrique Hill, Hailey Hepfinger, Carlotta Horan, Patrick Hrabusa, Marie Iams, Rita Jacobson, 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
Pope Francis believes that by making mercy our highest priority, the church will uncover the authentic experience of the Gospel that alone can help so many of us to know God for the first time. He also seeks that the Bishops of the church move from an emphasis on their juridical, doctrinal and hierarchical roles to their primary identity as apostles, shepherds and pastors. Stories of mercy We can hear the challenges to mercy in the parables Jesus addressed to the good people of his time. We also hear the anguish in his voice as he appealed to them to grasp the words of Hosea 6:6: “Go and learn the meaning of the words, I seek mercy not sacrifice. I have not come to call the righteous but sinners” (Mt 9:13).
Jesus challenged their sense of fairness in the story of the vineyard workers (Mt 20:116). The early workers received in full what had been promised them, but resented the owner’s mercy to the latecomers. The righteous believed In your hands O Lord, we commend the souls of our recently they had earned God’s gift of love and were angry to hear departed. May their souls and the souls of the faithful Jesus welcome tax collectors and prostitutes to receive the same gift. They felt neither compassion nor joy that God departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. loved everyone, including his lost and damaged children. Maria Teresa Pike and Ann Hedgepath
Freedom in Christ What are you giving to Jesus this year? Are you STRUGGLING to find a way out? A way out of the sinful habits? Withholding forgiveness and love? Unhealed wounds of past hurts? Reconciliation will also be available during this prayer session.
This story perhaps identifies the deepest obstacle to mercy: Those who feel they have never received mercy themselves find it hardest to let God give it to others. ~~ Excerpted by Peter Marrin, editor of Celebration Questions for meditation or discussion: How can I leaven my own understanding of Church as juridical, doctrinal and hierarchical to a way of life that includes emphasis on discipleship and service? When have I been ‘mercied’ by God – received His free and unwarranted love and forgiveness?
Advent Quick Tip
All of us know someone who has decided not to practice their Catholic Faith. What if, that person said to you, “I 79pm in Nativity’s Chapel know you will be surprised but I am considering returning to Please take a little time out of your busy schedule this the Catholic Church. I have checked out the local churches holiday season and join us…it’s one of the best gifts you and found out Mass times for this coming Sunday.” could give yourself or someone you know. What do you hope she would find here at Nativity? No reservation required. For more information, please Be a ‘minister of welcome’ during the Sundays of Advent. contact Deacon Mark at 8136531150 or via email at: Welcome the person sitting next to you in Mass if you do not dcndrmt@gmail.com. know them. Tell them your name. Ask the person their name. Offer to go over to the Social Hall and ‘buy’ them a donut! Monday, December 21, 2015
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Advent Penitential Service
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Christmas "Goodie Bags"
We are currently collecting donations to Mark your calendars now for our Advent Penitential Service make our Christmas on “goodie bags” for distribution to the Monday, December 14 in the Church homeless on December @ 7pm 16th. A brief Penitential Service will We need white athletic be followed by individual socks, hotelsized confessions. Several priests will toiletries, small poptop canned meats, hand and feet be on hand to hear confessions. warmers, blankets, mosquito repellent, bottled water, Come and be forgiven – be crackers, etc. energized and filled with hope and joy! You may drop them off in the church office marked for “Peanut Butter & Jelly Ministry” or bring these items on December 16th to the social hall, and join us Parishioners' Tithing Report to make PB&Js. Experience Christ’s Healing and Forgiveness
December 5th & 6th # of Envelopes 1,090
Mass Total $34,960.91 Online Offertory 182 $11,630.00 Vigil Lights $283.93 Total offertory to operating budget = $46,874.84 Total Collected thru 12/6 = $1,031,110.67 Represents 38.36% of the $2,688,000 operating budget revenues needed for 201516
Volunteer with Pastoral Care Take Holy Communion to the sick and home bound Visit the nursing homes and say the Rosary Drive the home bound to doctor appointments and Mass Comfort the bereaved Offer relief and encouragement to a caregiver or shutin
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.
Come share in the Spirit of the Year of Mercy by being a part of this important ministry. To find out how… Call Bonnie at 4138351.
Faith Sharing Group Leaders
Are YOU looking for ways to deepen your relationship with Jesus – with others in our Parish of Nativity? Sign up for training to become a leader of a short term (6 week) Faith Sharing Group. Faith Sharing Groups read scripture and reflect on how the scriptures can touch our hearts and This is an easy, and powerful ministry. influence how we live our lives. Groups will start meeting It is perfect for families to do together. Yet, it is also in January (sign ups to be part of a group will be after something that individuals can do as well. We will be signing Masses). As a leader you choose the time and day of the up new greeters after the Masses this weekend. If you would week you want to meet. like more information about serving in this ministry, please FREE Training: A 4 hour training on December 12, contact 91 pm in the Faith Formation Center (breakfast Tim Bergevin (8137484146) snacks will be offered). or Cindy Ehringer (8136814608) Call the Faith Formation Office to get more details our parish volunteer coordinator. and to sign up for the FREE training.
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Bus Drivers Needed
Partners With La Victoria has two volunteer positions San Jose Mission in Dover is looking for bus drivers to help available. Please contact Lori Fitzpatrick at 6545348 if you transport individuals / families to the Sunday Mass there at would like to volunteer your experience with grant 10 am. Drivers need to be CDL certified. writing/fundraising. Please contact Miguel Suarez at 503 For more information, 6575 to share your marketing/promotions experience. Both please contact Maggie Rogers at 8136314370 positions are in great need to continue our work with La Victoria, Dominican Republic. Thank you for your continued support.
Brothers in Christ Nativity HOPE Ministry
This ministry meets every Thursday Morning from 6:00 to 6:50 AM in Social Hall A. Our meetings involve spiritual growth activities such as reading and meditating on the “Why is there not enough low income housing for those in following Sunday’s readings and listening to live talks and need?” media presentations concerning faith issues facing men “Why are there over 1,000 children in Hillsborough County every day. Our group also engages in service and prayer to support the larger faith community. All men of the parish are arrested annually for misdemeanors?” welcome and urged to attend. This has been a “game Working together with 20 other multicultural, interracial, changer” for many. Refreshments are provided. and interfaith congregations, Nativity’s H.O.P.E. Network For more information contact Jim Nabach at 813 Members 6438483 or Don Cseh at 8133097690. Seek to identify common problems “Why are there so many poor in our community?”
Research solutions Hold accountable those who can implement longterm solutions
Married and In Love
THE GOAL: IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY TO ACHIVE A GREATER DEGREE OF JUSTICE, DIGNITY, AND LOVE OF NEIGHBOR.
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 If you are interested in learning more about H.O.P.E. LOVE…MOST OF THE TIME” provides an opportunity to or would like to join us in our mission Contact learn new ways to increase the passion and strengthen your Bonnie Ussery at bonnie@nativitycatholicchurch.org relationship. or call Pastoral Care at 4138351 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.
Welcome RCIA Seekers Nativity welcomes the following people to our RCIA/RICA process. These men and women participated in the Rite of Acceptance and Welcome on December 5. By participating in this Rite, these men and women make public their intention to pursue a course of apprenticeship to the Catholic Faith. Please pray for them and all other members of the Rite of Christian Initiation who are on the journey to the sacraments of initiation. Brad Amidon
Angela Escoto
Mary Ray
Beth Benjamin
Megan Gettings
Bridget Van Sciver
Jessica Caraballo
Terrance Harvey
Kevin Vazquez
Emma Carter
Christy Nacinovick Vilma Vazquez Jeffrey Vegtel
St. Nicholas' Toy Shop On Friday, December 18th, the parents of children who are current Food Pantry recipients will be choosing gifts for their children, ten years and younger from the new, unwrapped toys donated by you, our parishioners, and the children of Nativity School. You might want to consider a new bike for some of our older children, we have approximately 25 children that are 9 & 10 year olds! What a great gift to find on Christmas morning. Be assured, though, that any and all toy donations are greatly appreciated.
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Week at a Glance Monday 12/14/2015 Quilters 9:00AM 12:00PM SVDP Meeting 10:30AM 2:00PM Legion de Maria Hispana 7:30PM 9:00PM Tuesday 12/15/2015 Legion of Mary 9:15AM 11:00AM CRSP grupo 3 mujeres 6:15PM 9:30PM DIY with Style Planning 6:30PM 9:00PM Life Teen Band Rehearsal 7:00PM 9:00PM CRSP CDC meeting 7:45PM 9:30PM Wednesday 12/16/2015 PB&J Ministry 8:00AM 11:00AM Meals on Wheels 10:30AM 11:30AM ASSEMBLY MEETING 6:30PM 9:30PM Oracion Charismatico 7:00PM 9:00PM Chorale Rehearsal 7:30PM 9:30PM Thursday 12/17/2015 Brothers In Christ 6:00AM 7:00AM Greeter Ministry Training 7:00PM 8:00PM Evening Scripture Study 7:00PM 9:00PM Estudio Biblico 7:00PM 9:00PM Charismatic Prayer 7:00PM 9:00PM Mens Emmaus General 7:00PM 9:00PM Friday 12/18/2015 Nativity School out at Noon Adoration 8:45AM 6:45PM Vida Joven 6:30PM 9:30PM Christmas Cantata 7:30PM 9:00PM Saturday 12/19/2015 Have a great Saturday! Sunday 12/20/2015 March for Life Table 8:00AM 3:00PM Ultreya 2:30PM 4:30PM
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Reflexión de las Escrituras
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Mark Your Calendars December Chorale Cantata & Donation Truck 13th, Advent Penitential Service 14th, School Christmas Program 17th, Coro Hisapana Cantata & Saint Nicholas' Toy Shop 18th
January Mary, Mother of God 1st, Men's Emmaus 8th, March for Life Bus Trip 16th, Catholic Schools' Week 31st
Grita de alegría!" Con esa exclamación nuestra primera lectura del profeta Sofonías comienza. Se nos dice que "Canten con alegría" y "Alégrate y regocíjate" también. St. Paul en su carta a los Filipenses proclama: "Regocijaos en el Señor siempre. Voy a decirlo una vez más: se alegran "¿Por qué estamos tan alegre!? San Juan Bautista lo explica en nuestra lectura del Evangelio de San Lucas: "Yo os bautizo con agua, pero uno más poderoso que yo se acerca." De hecho ... el Señor viene, y pronto, y es por eso que estamos llamados a "Alégrate" en este tercer domingo de Adviento que se llama Domingo Gaudete por la Iglesia. Gaudete significa "Alégrate." Incluso nuestro Salmo responsorial incluye "gritar de gozo y alegría." Cristo vino entre nosotros, y es por eso que celebramos la Navidad con una sensación de delicia. El profeta Sofonías también declara, "... el Rey de Israel, el Señor, está en medio de ti; no tienes más desgracia que temer. "Debe haber algo cómodo sobre la venida de Cristo, su nacimiento en la Navidad. Podemos atrapados en desafíos y tristezas, que son parte de nuestras vidas, pero el punto de Adviento es para que nos preparemos para el regalo de Navidad increíble de Jesucristo. Hoy es un día que nos recuerda eso. La primera lectura nos recuerda que Dios canta, también, porque de cada uno de nosotros. La imagen de Dios el canto no es que tenemos muy a menudo, por desgracia; sin embargo, que es completamente nuestro Señor. Él canta una y por nosotros; Siente la alegría que ofrecemos, para que Él rompe a cantar. Al menos eso es lo que tenemos que estar luchando por eso es lo que nuestra preparación para la Navidad debe significar para él. La alegría de St. Paul que proclama y nos anima a compartir en la segunda lectura se basa también en la presencia de Cristo. A menudo hablamos de la administración, de una forma de vida donde la gente dar de sí mismos, de lo que ellos pueden tener, su tiempo, su talento y su tesoro, por amor y un sentido de servicio a los demás. Se dice que la gente de mayordomía son personas felices, las personas que tienen un fuerte sentido de la confianza en Dios, y que ven las cosas de una manera positiva. Eso es lo que Pablo quiere que hagamos así. Pablo nos dice "Tu bondad deben ser conocidos por todos." La palabra griega que Pablo usó para "bondad" era epieikeia que se puede traducir como la paciencia, la dulzura de corazón, la modestia, la tolerancia, un sentimiento generoso hacia los demás. Eso, también, es lo que los preparativos de Adviento deben reflejar. Ellos nos deben prepararse para lo que es, en realidad, el Espíritu de la Navidad, un verdadero sentido de euforia refleja en la forma en que vivimos nuestras vidas y cómo tratamos a los demás. Cuando preguntamos qué debemos hacer, San Juan Bautista en el Evangelio dice, en efecto, que debemos compartir; debemos tratar a los demás con respeto y justicia; no debemos ser rencoroso o desagradable. ¿No son estos los mismos cosas que tratamos de enseñar a los niños? A veces, cuando nos hacemos mayores, y poco más cruel, nos olvidamos de que esta es la actitud que se espera que tengan, la manera de vivir nuestra vida como cristianos y católicos. Ahora, el Adviento, es el momento de hacer esa
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conversión, que el cambio, que el arrepentimiento. Como Juan indica, hemos sido bautizados por el Señor con "el Espíritu Santo y fuego." El Señor tiene el poder de transformarnos. Adviento, el tiempo en este momento cuando la venida del Señor es inminente, es el momento de permitir que Jesús cambie nuestros corazones y para ayudarnos a ser los discípulos que Él quiere y ama.
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Asocios Con La Victoria
Asocios con La Victoria tiene dos puestos de voluntarios disponibles. Por favor, póngase en contacto con Lori Fitzpatrick al 6545348 si usted desea ser voluntario. Tu experiencia con escritura de subvención / recaudación de fondos. Por favor, póngase en contacto con Miguel Suárez al 5036575 para compartir su experiencia con promociones. Misas de Aguinaldo Ambas posiciones están en gran necesidad de continuar Únase a nosotros para nuestras Misas de Aguinaldo, nuestro trabajo con La Victoria, República Dominicana. Gracias por tu continuo apoyo. deciembre 21, 22, 23 at 6:00 a.m en la iglesia.
Servicios de Penitencia Locales Aquí está la lista de los Servicios de la Penitencia, que se celebrará en nuestra aerea durante la semana. Iglesia Natividad Lunes, 14 de diciembre a las 7 pm Iglesia San Francisco de Asís, Sefner Martes, 15 de diciembre a 19:00 Iglesia San Clemente, Plant City Miércoles, 16 de diciembre a 19:00 Iglesia Resurrección, Riverview Jueves, 17 de diciembre a 19:00 Iglesia de San Esteban, Valrico Lunes, 21 de diciembre a 19:00
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 Tenga en cuenta, en la Iglesia Natividad no habrá unos minutos antes de la Misa y le dan la bienvenida a los confesiones individuales en los días de semana (de lunes a que llegan. También orientan a aquellas personas que llegan jueves, diciembre 2124) previos a la Navidad. por primera vez a nuestra comunidad parroquial. Este es un ministerio fácil y poderoso, pero es algo que individuos Choferes de Autobús pueden hacer muy bien. Estaremos tomando firmas este fin de semana después de las Misas. Se Solicitan Choferes de Si desea más información, puede comunicarse con Autobús – La Misión San Cindy Ehringer, coordinadora de voluntarios, en la José en Dover está buscando oficina parroquial al 813 6814608 o con Tim choferes de autobús para Bergevin al 813 7484146. transportar individuos / familias a Misa de 10:00 am los domingos. Choferes necesitan certificación CDL. Para más información comuníquese con Maggie Rogers al 813 – 6314370.
Hermanos en Cristo Reporte del Diezmo DECIEMBRE 5 Y 6, 2015 # de Sobres Misa Total 1,090 $34,960.91 Ofertorio realizado Online 182 $11,630.00 Ofertorio total para presupuesto operativo = $46,874.84 Total recolectado hasta 11/08 = $1,031,110.67 Representa el 38.36% de los $2,688,000.00 ingresos necesarios para el presupuesto operativo 201516.
Este ministerio se reúne todos los jueves por la mañana 6:00 6:50 AM en el Salón Social A. Nuestras reuniones incluyen actividades de crecimiento espiritual como la lectura y meditación de las lecturas del siguiente domingo y escuchar charlas animadas y presentaciones sobre asuntos de fe que enfrentan los hombres todos los dias. Nuestro grupo también participa en el servicio y la oración para apoyar a la comunidad. Todos los hombres de la parroquia son bienvenidos y les incitamos a que asistan. Este ha sido un "gran cambio" para muchos. Se proporcionan refrescos. Para más información póngase en contacto con Jim Nabach al 8136438483 o al 8133097690 Don Cseh. (Estas reuniones son en ingles).