December 18, 2016 Volume 3, Issue #51 Fourth Sunday in Advent St. Francis’ Mission is: To live by Faith, be known by Love, and be a voice of Hope in order to give ourselves in service and better the lives of others. HYMNS For Sunday December 18, 2016 Gathering 38 “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” Offertory 63-4 “Come, Lord! Maranatha ” Communion 702 “Hail Mary: Gentle Woman” Sending 725 “The King Of Glory” Pastor Father Victor Ray All of us at St. Francis ECC want to take a moment to extend a very warm welcome to everyone who's visiting us for the first time this morning. Whether you're just having a look, or are searching out for a place to worship, we're delighted to have you here. Enjoy the rest of your worship time with us, and God bless you!
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December 18, 2016 Volume 3, Issue #51
Fourth Sunday in Advent
St. Francis’ Mission is:
To live by Faith, be known by Love, and be a voice of
Hope in order to give ourselves in service and better the
lives of others.
HYMNS
For Sunday
December 18, 2016
Gathering 38 “O Come, O Come,
Emmanuel”
Offertory 63-4 “Come, Lord! Maranatha ”
Communion 702 “Hail Mary: Gentle
Woman”
Sending 725 “The King Of Glory”
Pastor
Father
Victor Ray
All of us at St. Francis ECC want to take a moment to extend a very warm welcome to everyone who's visiting us for the first time this morning. Whether you're just having a look, or are searching out for a place to worship, we're delighted to have you here. Enjoy the rest of your worship time with us, and God bless you!
Liturgical Ministry Schedule
LITURGICAL SCHEDULE ABOVE:
To view readings in advance, go to www.usccb.org
If you cannot fulfill the duty for that day, Please swap with someone else.
If you cannot make it due to illness or emergency, please contact Jim Villafana as soon as possible. His
phone number is on the last page of the bulletin.
GREETERS ACOLYTE 1ST READING 2ND READING/
INTERCESSION
EUCHARISTIC
MINISTER
December 18 Nile
Don
Terry W Emilie M Jim H Deb F
December 24 John O
Leo
Jim V Cheryl V Mary Lee Mike H
December 25 Anthony
Florence
Mike M Bill S Ron L Barb F
Jaunuary 1 Jon L
Mary Lee
Barb F Mark T Cheryl V Mike H
From The Desk of the Pastor
This week, as we approach the end of Advent, let us learn to listen to
our guardian angel or to God as we pray. And when we get an answer,
even if it different than we expected, we need to trust in God, unlike
Ahaz in the first reading, and act on it. All through Advent we have
been called to prepare for his coming, to rid ourselves of the things
getting in the way of our relationship with God. Let us ponder, mediate
and pray. Let us listen to what is being said to us. Let the acceptance be
our Christmas gift, much as Joseph listened to the angel and allowed
God to enter our world with grace and care. Soon we will have our
Emmanuel – God with us – and we will know that we are never alone.
Ivy and Jim’s Daughter Jessica for Eye Surgery for Cancer. Prayers for steady hands and Healing.
Leo and John’s Neighbor Joe Marek for cardiac issues. Prayers for Healing.
Cheryl and Mike’s Daughter’s. Prayers for a healthy pregnancy/safe pregnancy and health for the babies they are carrying: Jasmine, Jennifer, Paula, Lauren and Kaylynn.
Dee and D.A. Marx Brother John dealing with stomach issues. Prayer for Healing.
Parishioner DA Marx for pain issues. Prayers for Healing. Parishioner Dee Spano. Prayers for continued Healing, Mark Talboom, dealing with health issues. Prayers for Healing Ivy Villafana recuperating. Prayers for Healing. Lorraine and Christine as they battle medical issues. Prayers for Healing.
George Ressler dealing with health issues. Prayers for Healing Philip Champagne and Family, Leo’s nephew for diagnosis of colon cancer. Prayers for Healing.
Those dealing with unseen issues affecting the heart, mind and body such as grief, depression and anxiety.
For the lonely, the dying, those who have entered God’s Eternal Kingdom and those who are grieving them.
IF YOU HAVE ANY PRAYER PETITIONS, PRAYERS OF THANKSGIVING, REQUESTS FOR
VISITATION OR MEETING WITH A PRIEST….
Prayer leaflets are available on the Community Table. Please complete and drop in the
offertory plate or contact a Council Member.
Requests will remain on the Prayer List 30 days unless otherwise requested.
MASS CARDS - Sympathy Mass Cards are available by contacting the church office (727- 234-1380)
Bulletin Guy Inquiry: Please let me know who we need to pray for! The power of prayer works,
but I need to know who we can all pray for…..
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Upcoming Anniversaries and Birthdays:
What is the meaning of the Advent Wreath?
Since circles have no beginning and no end, the circular shape of the Advent Wreath is used to symbolize God the Father and eternal life. The wreath holds four candles which are lit over the four weeks of Advent. There are three violet (purple) candles and one rose candle, each representing 1,000 years. Added together, the four candles symbolize the 4,000 years that humanity waited for the Savior. Violet is a liturgical color that is used to signify a time of penance, sacrifice, and prayer. During the first two and the last weeks of Advent we light violet candles. The Third Sunday of Advent is called Gaudete (Rejoice) Sunday. On this day, we celebrate that our waiting for Christmas is almost over. Rose is a liturgical color that is used to signify joy, so we light the rose candle on the third Sunday of Advent. Traditionally, each of the four candles on an Advent wreath has their own meaning. The first Sunday of Advent symbolizes Hope with the Prophet’s Candle reminding us that Jesus is coming. The second Sunday of Advent symbolizes Faith with the Bethlehem Candle reminding us of Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem. The third Sunday of Advent symbolizes Joy with the Shepherd’s Candle reminding us of the Joy the world experienced at the coming birth of Jesus. The fourth Sunday symbolizes Peace with the Angel’s Candle reminding us of the message of the angels: “Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward Men.” When Advent Wreaths are decorated the materials often have symbolic meaning. The use of evergreens reminds us of our eternal life with Christ, holly represents the crown of thorns from the Passion of Jesus, and pine cones symbolize Christ’s Resurrection.
Dec 24 – Saturday – Caroling and Christmas Eve Mass with Buffet starting at
7:00pm
Jan 6 – Friday – 1st Friday Mass
Jan 8 – Sunday – Money due for Bowling. $10 per person.
Jan 10 – Tuesday – 1st Council Meeting of 2017
Jan 14 – Saturday – Dunedin Bowling Night 7-9pm
Jan 24-26 – Wed-Fri- Drop off items for Rummage Sale, Remember all items
received will not be returned rather donated to a charity.
Jan 28 – Saturday – Rummage Sale – 8am-1:30pm
Feb 2 – Thursday – Ground Hog Day – Do you know where your Ground Hog
is?
Feb 12 – Sunday – Lincoln Birthday. 2nd Annual Valentine Day Cook Off
Feb 14 – Tuesday – Valentine Day. Council Meeting.
Upcoming Anniversaries and Birthdays:
Chris Warner Birthday 12/24
FOR ALL THOSE WITH BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES IN 2016,
CONGRATULATIONS AND MANY MORE!
Frank Matzelle Birthday 1/5
David Baughman Birthday 1/8
John O’Grady Birthday 1/10
Terry Winslow Birthday 1/26
What Makes My Belly Laugh! Influenced by Wayne Rettke
R & R (Respect and Reverence)
Housekeeping Note: Please no food or drink in the Chapel area. Thank you for your cooperation!
Times when not to bother a Priest: Please be respectful of our Pastor’s time before and after Mass. At the present time Father Victor does not have office hours. If you wish to meet with him, you are most welcome to email or phone him to arrange an appointment. Our Website contact page is setup for that purpose
Respect People’s Personal Space: During our sign of peace tradition, we at St Francis are quite zealous with our affection. Please be mindful of those that aren't as comfortable with hugs and kisses and remember, a soft spoken word with an appropriate handshake or even an acknowledgement bow can go a long way!
Ministry Leaders: Those who have volunteered for these positions are responsible for their Ministry and leading other who volunteer to assist within their ministries.
I was thinking about how people seem to read the Bible a whole lot more as they get older. Then it dawned on me. They were cramming for their finals.
Thanks Jim Villafana
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