Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Church

FOCUS ON JESUS November 27, 2016 ~ November 26, 2017

“Let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to us and persevere in running the race that lies before us while keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus.” ~ Hebrews 12:1-2

First Sunday of Advent

8014 S.R. 52 • Hudson, Florida 34667 • Phone 727-868-5276 • Fax 727-862-9187 www.saintmichaelchurch.org • [email protected] November 27, 2016

MASS INTENTIONS Monday, November 28th 7:30AM  John McLaughlin Tuesday, November 29th 7:30AM  Alisse Bonaimo Wednesday, November 30th 7:30AM  Mary C. Lewandowski Thursday, December 1st 9:00AM  Evelyn Horsburgh Friday, December 2nd 7:30AM  Bob Palin Saturday, December 3rd 7:30AM  Bob Palin 4:00PM  For All Parishioners 6:00PM  Jerome Eckert Sunday, December 4th 7:00AM  Kenneth Lee Sharp I 9:00AM  Margaret Tosatti 11:00AM  Dorothy Donnelly Indicates:  Deceased  Special Intention

The Altar Breads and Wine for this week were donated in loving memory of

Julia & William Kudlo

READINGS - DECEMBER 4th Second Sunday of Advent

“Our Need to Change” Reading I ................Isaiah 11:1-10 (The Rule of Emmanuel)

Reading II ..........Romans 15:4-9 (Prayer of Encouragement)

Gospel .............. Matthew 3:1-12 (John the Baptist)

Key Passage: This is the one [John the Baptist] of whom the prophet Isaiah spoke when he said, “The voice of one crying out in the wilderness: Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.” (Matthew 3:3) Adult: What do you need to change so that others can learn from watching you that Christ walks among us? Youth: What could you do so that others will see in you what it means to follow Jesus?

FOCUS ON THE GOSPEL STEWARDSHIP

“For you do not know on which day your Lord will come.” ~ Matthew 24:42 People who have had health issues or near-death experiences generally have a greater appreciation for each day being a gift from God. The rest of us usually take for granted that we will be around tomorrow. But when you start to look at each day as a gift, you realize all the little miracles that happen daily and grow in gratitude for all that we have been given. The Road to Emmaus Even though the disciples walked with Jesus for 3 years, they did not recognize him on the road to Emmaus. No matter how long one has been Catholic, the journey is ongoing so that we, too, may recognize Jesus more fully. Our Emmaus journey will be each Wednesday starting, November 30th from 9:30-11:00AM in room #3 of the parish center. Our focus will be on Jesus, a pilgrimage into his life and the lessons we can learn. Please join us on this pilgrimage while we walk our Road to Emmaus. For more information, contact Barbara at 819-5134 or [email protected].

Discover the Richness of Our Faith at RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process through which people join or complete their initiation into the Catholic Church. Do you or someone you know want to learn more about the Catholic faith? Consider joining us! All are welcome! We meet on Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:30PM in the parish center in room #3. This week Barbara will be teaching about Advent. If you have questions or would like additional information contact Barbara at 819-5134.

Join the

MEN OF ST. MICHAEL...

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...if you returned from up North, welcome back! Don’t forget to join the Men of St. Michael! We meet every Monday night at 7PM in the Father George Malin Center, room #103. We encourage all men in the parish to join us for fellowship and interesting discussion topics. You will strengthen your personal life, family life and community life through Jesus Christ. You’re also welcome to get involved with our “Feed and Clothe the Homeless Project”. Please Join Us! You won’t regret it. Ages 15 and above are welcome. Contact Barbara in the parish office at 819-5134 with any questions.

GIVING TREE NEWS!!

DECEASED

If there are any remaining gift tags, they will be available in the vestibule of the church and in the chapel. Please take the gift tag, purchase the gift item and attach the tag to the unwrapped gift. On the back of the tag, you will see the type of gift being requested plus the age and sex of the recipient. In order to be sure we have gifts for all the children, please return your purchases to the church or parish office no later than Thursday, December 8th at 3:00PM Our St. Vincent De Paul Society needs canned sweet potatoes, instant mashed potatoes, canned vegetables (specifically corn, carrots, green beans), cranberry sauce, stuffing, and gravy to fill the Christmas Dinner Baskets. They will give out certificates with the baskets for a turkey or ham. Monetary donations can be made to offset the cost of bread and meat certificates. For those who do not want to purchase toys, there are tags marked “SVDP monetary gift”. Registrations take place every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, through December 8th from 9:00AM to 12:00NOON in room #4 of the parish center. If you have questions regarding the giving tree program or you are a parishioner in need of help this year, please contact Rita at 819-5120. All calls will be kept discreet and confidential.

The following members of our parish family recently entered eternal life:

The Special Needs Ministry of St. Michael Church invites all those with special needs and their families to join us for

Saturday, December 10, 2016 11:00AM to 1:00PM St. Michael Parish Center, Room #4 Join us for fun, food, fellowship, and a special visit from Santa! For more information, please contact Barbara at 819-5134.

No Faith Formation Classes This Week or Next Week December 3rd is our First Penance Retreat and Service from 9:00AM to 12Noon. This should only be attended by the families with a child making their first sacraments. Don’t forget Breakfast with Santa is December 4th after the 9AM Mass. For any questions please contact Amy at 819-5132. May God bless you and your families.

 Joanne D’Alessio  Mary Turbek  Daniel Barbosa

Kindly remember their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed in your daily prayers. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace.

The Sanctuary Candle for this week was donated in loving memory of

Veronica Blindauer

FILL UP THE LORD’S CHALICE SO IT CAN OVERFLOW WITH GOD’S MERCY. $218,419 $155,840

PERCENTAGE OF GOAL PAID IS 71%

“Open the Door to Mercy” Annual Pastoral Appeal 2016 Total Families — 1,578 Participating Families — 699 % of Families Participating — 44%

STEWARDSHIP REPORT November 13, 2016

Offertory Envelopes Loose Collection Online Giving Total Offertory APA

$9,092.85 $3,449.56 $305.00 $12,847.41 $2,680.08

Thank you for your generosity and commitment to St. Michael Church. For EGiving, visit the parish website at www.saintmichaelchurch.org and follow the link to “Online Giving”.

Join us as we welcome the Year of Grace and begin the year of “Focus on Jesus” by attending

Jesus, Light of the World: An Advent Tiaze’ Prayer and Music Experience

Congratulations Theresa Divorl! She received the Lazarus Award for her outstanding attendance at Funeral Masses for the deceased members of our parish. Father Jim presented the award at a luncheon on October 19th.

We welcome with joy into God’s Mercy; into the Body of Christ; and into the life of the Church, our newest member who was recently baptized: Lilianna Reina Morales

2ND COLLECTION FOR ANNUAL PASTORAL APPEAL Next week, at all the Masses, we will have a second collection for APA. Currently, we have collected 71% of our goal. Please prayerfully consider what you can do to assist. Thank you!

Throughout the month of November,

The Book of Remembrance will be on display in the church vestibule. You are invited to write the names of your loved ones who have gone on to be with the Lord.

Sunday, November 27, 2016 1PM in St. Michael Church ~ Sponsored by the Music Ministries of Saint Michael the Archangel Parish, Hudson and St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Holiday. Sandwiches and light refreshments will be provided in the Parish Hall following the 11AM Mass for those who plan on attending the 1PM Prayer Service. Out of courtesy to those who will attend the service, we ask that only those who actually intend on attending partake of the mini lunch.

FIRST FRIDAY ~ DECEMBER 2ND Adoration and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will begin after the 7:30AM Mass and continue until the Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3:30PM followed by Benediction at 4:00PM.

2017 MASS BOOK Mark your calendar! The Mass Book for 2017 will open on Tuesday, December 13th at 9:00AM in the parish center, room #4. Contact Jennifer in the parish office at 868-5276 with any questions.

Don’t miss out on a fantastic pancake breakfast with Santa!! Plan to join us on Sunday December 4th after the 9AM Mass in the parish center. We will have crafts, games, and the big man himself. Come, bring your appetite and make some memories. Looking forward to seeing everyone there! A special thank you to the Knights of Columbus for partnering with the youth and faith formation departments to sponsor this wonderful event.

Tweet of the Week from

His Holiness Pope Francis The holiday season may be difficult to cope with when you have experienced the death of a loved one. Rather than being times of family togetherness, holidays can bring feelings of sadness, loss and emptiness. HPH Hospice is offering a Hope for the Holidays workshop which provides guidance and support to help cope with your grief during the holidays. Please plan to join us on Monday, December 5th, in the parish center from 2:00 to 4:00PM. To register or for additional information call HPH Hospice at 816-3647.

@Pontifex

“If you want to find God seek him where he is hidden: in the neediest, the sick, the hungry, the imprisoned.” CLERGY Rev. James Ruhlin Pastor Rev. Pastor Mafikiri Parochial Vicar MASS SCHEDULE

UPCOMING EVENTS Monday, November 28, 2016 Ladies' Sodality .................................... PC #3 .................... 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM The Joy of Believing ............................ FGMC #103 .............. 10:00 - 11:30 AM Brownie Troop #406 ............................ PC # 3 ........................... 6:00 - 7:00 PM Men of St. Michael ............................... FGMC #104 .................. 7:00 - 9:00 PM Catechist Formation Class Mod. 1 ....... FGMC #109 .................. 7:00 - 9:00 PM Tuesday, November 29, 2016 Bible Study .......................................... FGMC #104 ................ 9:00 - 10:30 AM Charismatic Prayer Group ................... PC #4 .................. 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Rosary Makers..................................... PC #3 .................... 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Recovery Incorporated ........................ PC #3 ............................ 2:00 - 3:30 PM Campanello! Bell Choir ........................ Church .......................... 7:00 - 8:00 PM K of C Officers Meeting ........................ PC #3 ............................ 7:00 - 9:00 PM Wednesday, November 30, 2016 Legion of Mary ..................................... FGMC #104 ................ 9:00 - 10:30 AM Emmaus Continuing Adult Education .. PC #3 .......................... 9:30 - 11:00 AM RCIA .................................................... PC #3 ............................ 7:00 - 8:30 PM Thursday, December 01, 2016 Prayer Group ....................................... PC #3 .................. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM AA ........................................................ PC #4 ............................ 6:00 - 8:00 PM Prince of Seraphim Schola .................. Church .......................... 7:00 - 9:00 PM K of C Assembly Meeting .................... PC #3 ............................ 7:00 - 9:00 PM Saturday, December 03, 2016 Retreat & 1st Reconciliation Service .... Church .................. 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM First Reconciliation .............................. Church ................ 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Chaplet of Divine Mercy ....................... Chapel .......................... 3:00 - 3:30 PM The Vigil Singers Rehearsal ................ Choir Room ................... 3:00 - 3:50 PM Sunday, December 04, 2016 - 2nd Sunday of Advent Breakfast with Santa ............................ PC #3 .......................... 9:30 - 11:00 AM K of C Pancake Breakfast .................... PC #3 .......................... 9:30 - 11:30 AM PC #: Parish Center/Room#  FGMC #: Fr. George Malin Center/Room#

RECONCILIATION

Saturday Vigil Thursday 4:00 & 6:00PM 3:00 - 4:30PM Sunday 7:00 - 7:30PM 7:00, 9:00, 11:00AM Daily Monday - Saturday 7:30AM OFFICE HOURS Monday - Thursday 8:00AM - 4:00PM Friday 8:00AM - 12:00NOON

PARISH INFORMATION Barbara Alvarez ........ Dir. of Ministries & Adult Ed. Les Bostick .........................................Maintenance Lynn Carter ......................................... Office Clerk Rita Gordon ............................ Parish Administrator Alex Groppe ................... Director of Music Ministry Jennifer Harris ..............................Parish Secretary Suzanne James ............... Accounts Payable Clerk Amy Mobley ................ Director of Faith Formation Frank Whiffen II ........ Coord. of Liturgical Ministries Parish Office ........................................... 868-5276 Faith Formation Office ............................ 819-5132 Sacristy ................................................... 819-5150 St. Vincent de Paul Society..................... 857-5818 Bishop Larkin Elementary ....................... 862-6981 Bishop McLaughlin High ......................... 857-2600

Marriage Preparation In order to ensure adequate preparation, a minimum notice of nine months is required. Please call the parish office at 868-5276.

Baptism Please call Amy in the Faith Formation office at 819-5132 three months prior to the birth of your child. Baptisms are available in Spanish upon request.