13060 Palomino Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33912 | P 239-561-2245 | F 239-561-3713 | www.johnxxiii.net September 23, 2018 ST. JOHN XXIII Catholic Church by: Fr. William Saunders ORIGIN OF THE Holy Rosary St. John XXIII Catholic Parish in Fort Myers, Inc. a Florida non-profit corporation T he rosary is one of the most cherished prayers of our Catholic Church. Archbishop Fulton Sheen said, “The rosary is the book of the blind, where souls see and there enact the greatest drama of love the world has ever known; it is the book of the simple, which iniates them into mysteries and knowledge more sasfying than the educaon of other men; it is the book of the aged, whose eyes close upon the shadow of this world, and open on the substance of the next. The power of the rosary is beyond descripon.” I ntroduced by the Creed, the Our Father, three Hail Marys and the Doxology (“Glory Be”), and concluded with the Salve Regina, the rosary involves the recitaon of five decades consisng of the Our Father, 10 Hail Marys, and the Doxology. During this recitaon, the individual meditates on the saving mysteries of our Lord’s life and the faithful witness of our Blessed Mother. Journeying through the Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful and Glorious mysteries of the rosary, the individual brings to mind our Lord’s incarnaon, His public ministry, His passion and death, and His resurrecon from the dead. In so doing, the rosary assists us in growing in a deeper appreciaon of these mysteries, in uning our lives more closely to our Lord and in imploring His graced assistance to live the faith. We also ask for the prayers of our Blessed Mother, the exemplar of faith, who leads all believers to her Son. T he origins of the rosary are “sketchy” at best. The use of “prayer beads” and the repeated recitaon of prayers to aid in meditaon stem from the earliest days of the Church and has roots even in pre-Chrisan mes. Evidence exists from the Middle Ages that strings of beads were used to help a person count the number of Our Fathers or Hail Marys recited. Actually, these strings of beads became known as Paternosters, the Lan for Continued on Page 3
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13060 Palomino Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33912 | P 239-561-2245 | F 239-561-3713 | www.johnxxiii.netSeptember 23, 2018
St. John XXIII Catholic Church
by: Fr. William Saunders
O R I G I N O F T H E
Holy Rosary
St. John XXIII Catholic Parish in Fort Myers, Inc. a Florida non-profit corporation
T he rosary is one of the most cherished prayers of our Catholic Church. Archbishop Fulton Sheen said, “The rosary is the book of the blind, where souls see and there enact the greatest drama of love the world has ever known; it is the book of the simple, which initiates them into mysteries and knowledge more satisfying than the education of other men; it is the book of the aged, whose eyes close upon the shadow of this world, and open on the substance of the next. The power of the rosary is beyond description.”
I ntroduced by the Creed, the Our Father, three Hail Marys and the Doxology (“Glory Be”), and concluded with the Salve Regina, the rosary involves the recitation of five decades consisting of the Our Father, 10 Hail Marys, and the Doxology. During this recitation, the individual meditates on the saving mysteries of our Lord’s life and the faithful witness of our Blessed Mother. Journeying
through the Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful and Glorious mysteries of the rosary, the individual brings to mind our Lord’s incarnation, His public ministry, His passion and death, and His resurrection from the dead. In so doing, the rosary assists us in growing in a deeper appreciation of these mysteries, in uniting our lives more closely to our Lord and in imploring His graced assistance to live the faith. We also ask for the prayers of our Blessed Mother, the exemplar of faith, who leads all believers to her Son.
T he origins of the rosary are “sketchy” at best. The use of “prayer beads” and the repeated recitation of prayers to aid in meditation stem from the earliest days of the Church and has roots even in pre-Christian times. Evidence exists from the Middle Ages that strings of beads were used to help a person count the number of Our Fathers or Hail Marys recited. Actually, these strings of beads became known as Paternosters, the Latin for
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MASS SCHEDULEDaily Masses:Monday-Saturday, 8:00amRosary-7:30am (Mon.-Sat.)Divine Mercy after 8am MassWeekend Masses:Saturday Mass 8:00am, 4:00pm, Vietnamese Mass 8:00pmSunday, 7:15am, 9:15am, & 11:15amSpanish Mass: 1:15pm first Sunday each monthReconciliation:Saturday 8:30-9:00amFirst Friday Adoration:Friday 8:30-9:00amPastorRev. Robert TabbertParochial VicarsFr. Saji Ellickal [email protected] Fr. Lawrence M. [email protected] Rich [email protected] Nick [email protected] Francis [email protected] OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-Noon | 1:00-4:00pm239-561-2245
The Mission of St. John XXIII Catholic Church is to actively engage all those who desire to more fully accept and live out the message of Christ, welcoming and respecting all people regardless of background, history, race or color, as we strive to nurture spiritual growth and personal holiness on our journey to become more responsible stewards of God’s gifts.
Pastoral TeamBusiness ManagerHolly [email protected]______________________Maintenance SupervisorRob Erp 239-561-2245______________________ Dir. of Faith FormationChris [email protected] 239-561-7499______________________ BookkeeperAna [email protected]______________________ ReceptionistMaryAnn [email protected]______________________ Admin. AssistantJennifer [email protected]______________________ Coordinator of Parishioner Engagement Jennifer [email protected]______________________ Bulletin EditorColleen [email protected]______________________ Director of Music MinistriesThomas [email protected]______________________ Thrift Store ManagerCynthia [email protected] S. Tamiami Trail #110Ft. Myers, FL 33908
THE 2019 MASS BOOK IS OPEN THROUGH JUNE 2019To ensure availability throughout the year, we must limit requests for the English speaking Masses to no more than (2) weekend Masses and (2) weekday Masses for the entire year. Other options will remain available: Tabernacle Candle $15 per week, Eucharistic Host $15 per week.
MINISTRY TO THE SICK: A priest is on call 7 days a week, 24hrs a day for these hospitals:Health Park - St. Columbkille Church 239-489-3973Lee Memorial - St. Francis Xavier Church 239-334-2161Gulf Coast - St. John XXIII239-561-2245RECEIVING THE SACRAMENT: You are able to receive the Sacrament of the Sick before being admitted to a facility.St. Columbkille - Hope Hospice239-489-39739470 Health Park Circle,Ft. Myers, FL St. Raphael - Lehigh Acres Health & Rehab Center239-369-21941550 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FLHope Hospice 239-369-1831 1201 Wings Way, Lehigh Acres, FLSt. Leo - Hope Hospice239-992-090127200 Imperial Pkwy,Bonita Springs, FLSt. Vincent de Paul - Discovery Village 239-693-08182073 Lafayette St, Ft. Myers, FLSt. Vincent de Paul - Promise Hospital 239-693-08182073 Lafayette St, Ft. Myers, FL
Saturday 4:00 PMLECTORS: Ch. Nieset, Ca. Nieset, J. Dalida
SERVERS: O. Villarreal, E. Villarreal, C. VillarrealSunday, 7:15 AM
LECTORS: T. Penza, D. Davis, F. Carroll SERVERS: N. Wheeler, A. Villiers, N. Villiers
Sunday, 9: 15 AMLECTORS: J. Danehy, C. Lazo, E. Andrews
SERVERS: E. Shanahan, W. Shanahan, A. CharlesSunday, 11:15 AM
LECTORS: S. Cruz, H. Cruz, S. Cruz SERVERS: T. Gaeta, M. Gaeta, N. Gaeta, M. Iwinski
Minis t e r Schedu l eSeptember 29th & September 30th
Mass Inten t i on s
SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2018 - READINGS • 1ST READING NM 11:25-29• 2ND READING JAS 5:1-6• GOSPEL MK 9:38-43, 45, 47-48
September 23, 2018
Saturday, September 22nd8:00 AM + Clara Colombo by Herb & Kathy
4:00 PM Daniel & Arlene Dugan - Happy 60th Wedding Anniversary8:00 PM + Deceased Parishioners of St. John XXIII
Sunday, September 23rd7:15 AM + Eric Gjerpen by Debbie Earle
9:15 AM Felix Jose by his wife, Suja Thomas11:15 AM + Albert K. Gibbs by Loretta Gibbs
Monday, September 24th 8:00 AM + Rose Tucker by Jim & Peggy Schweitzer
Tuesday, September 25th8:00 AM In Thanksgiving for Kahlil Deyto's Birthday
Wednesday, September 26th8:00 AM + Josephine Villa by Judy & Paul Cool
Thursday, September 27th8:00 AM + Mother Mary Rovnak by Michael & Cora Rovnak
Friday, September 28th8:00 AM + A.J. Cooper by his parents, Tom & Dodie
Saturday, September 29th8:00 AM + Betty Clarke by Bill
4:00 PM + Jim Reiser by Jean & family8:00 PM + Teresa
Sunday, September 30th7:15 AM + Thmas Hallen by Joe O'Sullivan
9:15 AM+ Paul deLaporte by Joanne & Charles Donches11:15 AM + Anne Washington by the Santiago family
Pastoral TeamBusiness ManagerHolly [email protected]______________________Maintenance SupervisorRob Erp 239-561-2245______________________ Dir. of Faith FormationChris [email protected] 239-561-7499______________________ BookkeeperAna [email protected]______________________ ReceptionistMaryAnn [email protected]______________________ Admin. AssistantJennifer [email protected]______________________ Coordinator of Parishioner Engagement Jennifer [email protected]______________________ Bulletin EditorColleen [email protected]______________________ Director of Music MinistriesThomas [email protected]______________________ Thrift Store ManagerCynthia [email protected] S. Tamiami Trail #110Ft. Myers, FL 33908
n Saturday, September 22ndBlood Pressure Check by the Nurses after all MassesK of C Table for NAMI Walks InfoWomen's Guild Table Ticket Sales Broadway Palm & Pasta DinnerPrayer Walk/Abortion Clinic: Meets after the 9:15am Mass Vigil Mass 4pmVietnamese Mass 8pm_____________________________
n Sunday, September 23rd 7:15, 9:15 and 11:15am MassesBlood Pressure Check by the Nurses after all MassesK of C Table for NAMI Walks Info Women's Guild Table Ticket Sales Broadway Palm & Pasta DinnerKick off Mass for Faith Formation at the 11:15am MassOpen House for New FaithFormation Families/CCR 12:15pm____________________________
n Monday, September 24thMen's Gospel Forum/CCR 7amCraftie Ladies/Villas 1pmCommunity Outreach/CCR 7pm_____________________________
n Tuesday, September 25thOpening the Word/CCR 9amBereavement 1pmSpanish Rosary/Cry Room 6pmBoy Scouts/Villa 7pmMatthew 10 - Jesus Commissions the Twelve/CCR 6:30pm_____________________________
n Wednesday, September 26thBlessed Little Angels/IMAG 10amFirst Night Faith FormationSession I 4:15pmChildren's Choir Practice 5:25pmFirst Night Faith FormationSession II 6pmMSYG - Kick off Celebration/CCR 6pmMiddle School Choir Practice 7:15pm - 8pm_____________________________
n Thursday, September 27thChoir/Choir Loft 6pmRCIA Inquiry - Prayer Process/Church 6pm_____________________________
n Friday, September 28thFaith & Film/CCR 5:30pm_____________________________
n Saturday, September 29thVigil Mass 4pmPasta Dinner 1st Seating/CCR 5:30pmNAMI Walks/City of Ft. MyersPier 6pmPasta Dinner 2nd Seating/CCR 7pmVietnamese Mass 8pm_____________________________
n Sunday, September 30th7:15, 9:15 and 11:15amMasses/HospitalityKick off for Confirmation/CCR 5pm_____________________________
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“Our Father.” For example, in the 12th century, to help the uneducated better participate in the liturgy, the recitation of 150 Our Fathers served as a substitute for the 150 Psalms, and became known as “the poor man’s breviary.”
T he structure of the rosary gradually evolved between the 12th and 15th centuries. Eventually 50 Hail Marys (or more) were recited and were linked with verses of psalms or other phrases evoking “the joys of Mary,” i.e. scenes in the lives of Jesus and Mary. In 1409 Dominic of Prussia, a Carthusian monk, popularized the practice setting 50 phrases about the lives of Jesus and Mary with 50 Hail Marys. During this time, this prayer form became known as the rosarium (“rose garden”), actually a common term used to designate a collection of similar material, such as an anthology of stories on the same subject or theme. Eventually, “the sorrows of Mary” and “the heavenly joys” were distinguished, bringing the number of Hail Marys to 150. Eventually, the 150 Hail Marys were joined to the 150 Our Fathers, a Hail Mary following each Our Father.
I n the early 15th century, Henry Kalkar (d. 1408), another Carthusian, divided the 150 Hail Marys into groups of 10, with each group marked by an Our Father. By the 16th century, the structure of the five-decade rosary was based on the three sets of mysteries — joyful (Annunciation, Visitation, Nativity, Presentation and Finding in the Temple), sorrowful (Agony in the Garden, Scourging, Crowning with Thorns, Carrying of the Cross and Death) and glorious (Resurrection, Ascension, Pentecost, Assumption and Coronation). In 2002, our beloved late Holy Father, Pope John Paul II, instituted the luminous mysteries: Baptism at the Jordan, Wedding Feast of Cana, Proclamation of the Kingdom of God, Transfiguration and Institution of the holy Eucharist. Also, after the apparitions of Our Lady at Fatima in 1917, the prayer Mary taught to the children has generally been added at the end of each decade: “O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls to heaven, especially those in greatest need of Thy mercy.”
T radition does hold that St. Dominic (d. 1221) devised the rosary as we know it. Moved by a vision of our Blessed Mother, he preached the use of the rosary in his missionary work among the Albigensians, a group of fanatical heretics. The Albigensians, named after the town of Albi in southern France where they lived, believed that everything material was evil and everything spiritual was good. For this reason, they denied the incarnation of our Lord; for them, Jesus the true God becoming also true man and accepting our human nature was simply unthinkable. Following this teaching, each person’s soul was imprisoned in the evil body. Therefore, they abstained from marital love, because no one should imprison another soul in a body. Their greatest act of religion was called “the endura,” an act of suicide which freed the soul from the body. They also fought against any authority that represented a kingdom of this world, assassinating royal and Church officials alike. The Church condemned these heretics, and St. Dominic tried to convert them through reasonable preaching and genuine Christian love. Unfortunately, royal authority was less compassionate. (Just as an aside, a travel show televised a program on southern France, and visited the town of Albi, noting that these people were “persecuted by the Church”; the narrator failed to report that these people were suicidal heretics whose teachings jeopardized the souls of the faithful.) Nevertheless, St. Dominic used the rosary as a useful instrument to convert the Albigensians.
Some scholars take exception to St. Dominic’s actual role in forming the rosary since the earliest accounts of his life do not mention it, the Dominican constitutions do not link him with it, and contemporaneous paintings of St. Dominic do not include it as a symbol to identify the saint. In 1922, Dom Louis Gougaud stated, “The various elements which enter into the composition of that Catholic devotion commonly called the rosary are the product of a long and gradual development which began before St. Dominic’s time, which continued without his having any share in it, and which only attained its final shape several centuries after his death.” However, other scholars would argue that St. Dominic not so much “invented” the rosary as he preached its use to convert sinners and those who had strayed from the Faith. Moreover, at least a dozen popes have mentioned St. Dominic’s connection with the rosary in various papal pronouncements, sanctioning his role as at least a “pious belief.” The first such mention was made by Pope Alexander VI in 1495.
ORIGIN OF THE Holy Rosa r y continued
Elaine Quan Ryan NovajaskyLynne HaugheyLinda SayresCarol ClausenErika Arquilla HlavacekLinda KircherMarlene LaRose Agnes Boller Patricia Esposito Barbara WaigandMario LenoLogan BelisleRafael BoludaMichael MazzilliDick FitzpatrickKate TaylorJacob SnyderSue Gotsch
Joyce FerrantiEloise Mae BiodrowskiDan Murphy Sr.Ralph Godec Chris SpringerKerri Marie GaccioneFr. Jim HickeyKeith KovalicDebbie Bintz Bates Margie HarringtonAl OldsNila MolnarElizabeth AndrewsPaul A. Lochner Jr.Michael AssanteEdward GrobRichard NetherlyHelen MannionDaniel Gelder
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Please remember in your prayers all of our parish family and friends who suffer physically, emotionally or spiritually, especially:
These names are kept in the bulletin for one month. If you would like continual prayer, please add your name to the prayer book in the Narthex. The best way to ensure your loved ones are consistently prayed for within our greater E-Prayer Community - email Betsy Engelbrecht at [email protected] names will be circulated to an ever-growing list of people who will pray for them by name!
Pray e r Li s t
In Memory of: Sue Armmon's Robert "Bob" AmmonRequested by: The Harley's
Tabernac l eCandle
Life is changed, not ended. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!Roger GillisBarbara ReganAnn KibelbekMarguerite Hassel
Prayers forEternal Life
Way s t o Memo r i a l i z eFor requests to memorialize a loved one, you may call or stop in our Parish office.
CREDIT CARD POLICY:We MUST request that any credit card transactions made at St. John XXIII be a minimum of $25. Thank You!
FYI
HOW TO PRAYTHE ROSARY
Each succeeding decade is prayed in a similar manner by recalling the appropriate mystery, reciting the Our Father, then Hail Marys, the Glory Be to the Father, and the Fatima Prayer while reflecting on the mystery.
When the fifth mystery is completed, the Rosary is completed, the Rosary is customarily concluded with the Hail Queen and the Sign of the Cross.
• Hold the crucifix, make the Sign of the Cross and then recite the Apostles’ Creed.
• Recite the Our Father on the first large bead.
• Recite a Hail Mary for an increase of faith, hope and charity on each of the three small beads.
• Recite the Glory Be to the Father and the Fatima Prayer on the chain/cord.
• Recall the first Rosary Mystery and recite the Our Father on the large bead.
• On each of the adjacent ten small beads (also referred to as a decade, recite a Hail Mary while reflecting on the mystery.
• On the chain/cord, recite the Glory Be to the Fatima and the Fatima Prayer.
Those who are new to our Parish this year, and those who’ve been coming for years without being registered, we need your help in staying organized and planning for our future needs. Having an accurate database of our parishioners will help us know where and how we need to grow. Thank you to everyone who registered with our Parish. If you have not received a welcome letter, please call the Parish Office to confirm your registration. All new parishioners, and those interested in registering in our Parish, are invited to attend The New Parishioner Orientation on Sunday, November 11th, 2018 at 12:30pm.This is your opportunity to become informed and active members of the Parish and participate in our various ministries. Registering at St. John XXIII is a declaration of your desire to be part of a Catholic community. Please let the parish office know your email address OR you can even update it on the Parish website! www.johnxxiii.net Frequently, those seeking to celebrate Marriage, Baptisms or serve as sponsors for Confirmation or Baptism request a letter stating that they are parishioners. To receive such a letter, one must be registered in the parish, attend Mass regularly, and be committed to stewardship of time, talent and treasure. One means of verifying participation is through the use of parish offertory envelopes. If you choose not to participate in the support of the parish or are unable to contribute at this time, please at least note your prayerful support on your envelope and place it in the weekly offertory basket.
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• Directory of Perpetual Adoration Chapels: If you are visiting, vacationing or away from home, you can find churches that provide Adoration by visiting http://www.therealpresence.org/states/perp.htm
• Interested in Serving our Parish Family During Mass? Men, women and teens may serve as a Greeter, Usher, Lector, or Eucharistic Minister. Please contact the parish office at (239) 561-2245, if you feel called to serve in any of these areas, we can use your time and talent!
• Broadway Palm Tickets: Dinner and the show "42nd Street" at The Broadway Palm on Sunday, October 28th. Tickets are $65 and non-refundable. Dinner is at 5:30pm and showtime is 7pm. Tickets will be sold in the Narthex this weekend. For more information contact Lois Becker at (239) 826-2558 or email: [email protected]
• Low Gluten Hosts: If you are interested in receiving low gluten hosts at Mass, then please go to the Sacristy before Mass begins to make your request with a Sacristan.
• Coffee & Donuts Hospitality: Additional people needed after the 7:15am, 9:15am, 11:15am Sunday Masses, to help with coffee and donuts hospitality. You would be part of a team that would rotate on a monthly basis. You must go through the volunteer process. For information contact Jennifer Baumgardner in the office at (239) 561-2245
• Heavenly Children: This ministry was founded to allow families who have lost children to gather together with other parents who understand the pain of losing a child. Please contact Emily Johnson at [email protected] for more information.
• Journey to Hope: We offer support and education to families with mental illness or with dual diagnosis at our Journey to Hope monthly 6pm meeting at St. Columbkille. The next meetings are October 1st, November 5th and December 3rd.
• People Asking For Money Outside of Church: We remind you that if there is anyone asking for money around the Church outside of Mass at our exits, ignore them. We have been contacted by the police regarding a group of professionals who travel to various churches. Be generous in giving to our Poor Boxes. That is where and how we can assist those who are truly in need. Be sure to take your purses with you to Communion.
• FREE Rosary Repair: Send broken rosaries in a padded envelope to: Betty & Dick Holden, 7930 Estero Blvd., #502, Ft. Myers Beach, FL 33931. Rosaries will be returned within a week of receipt. Old or broken rosaries may also be donated, repaired and sent to the missions. For more information email: [email protected] or call Dick at (239) 463-3993
General Announcements
Lord God, Almighty Father,Creator of mankind and author of peace, as we are ever mindful of the cost paid for the liberty we possess, we ask you to bless the members of our armed forces.Give them courage, hope and strength. May they ever experience your firm support, gentle love and compassionate healing.Be their power and protector, leading them from darkness to light.To you be all glory, honor and praise, now and forever. Amen
PFC Bryan BardSean BallMajor Bart BomaStaff Sgt. Dennis CosgroveSgt. Phil DelliboviStaff Sgt. Chris Dominski2nd Lt. Andrew Dugan, Army Captain Andrew DuguaySgt. Jared GaudetTech Sgt Jeffrey K. Green1st Lt. Kellyn HallAndrew Herman1st Lt. Paige HortmanSgt. Kathleen HudepohlPFC Michael P HughesSPC Michael JednakPFC Andrew KanopkhMichael KlemCapt. Bradley D. LauxLt. Jacob Mundo, US ArmySgt. Nicholas Mundo, USMC
SSGT Anthony PadulaLCP James PalenikMaster SGT Peter ParisonSgt. Justin Pingicer, ArmyLt. Col. Brady Sexton2nd Lt. Kristen ThompsonChristian Troutner, US NavyAlex Zizzo, US Navy MedicPFC Jordan Feil, USAHayden LindeAaron Crump, USCGPFC Nathaniel Broemmel Lt. Com. Mark BuonomoCol. Scott C. WoodwardPrivate Nicholas Loeb, ARNGStaff Sgt. Alec DeLucaAndrew Hawkinson, USN Cavalry Scout Specialist,Ryan Silva, Army2nd Lt. Greg Fry, USMC
It is not too late to join our 2nd - 8 week Series in the Community Room!To REGISTER and CREATE an ACCOUNT, please visit www.ascensionpress.com and FOLLOW the INSTRUCTIONS to join our study and purchase your study set book. It will be shipped to you directly!Contact for this bible study is: Edith Trafford at [email protected]
THROUGH OCTOBER 30TH6:30-8:30PM IN THE COMMUNITY ROOM
Opening the Word is a weekly Bible Study exploring the upcoming Sunday Readings.When? Tuesday Mornings from 9am-10am
All Are Invited to Opening The Word!
We will use the parish resource, Formed.org to prepare for the Readings that we hear each Sunday.To register go to www.formed.org and use parish code: 1823ee to see Catholic content 24/7.We will watch a short video (7-10 minutes), share what the Readings say to us, and discuss how we can apply them to our lives.This Bible Study meets every Tuesday morning in the church community room from 9am-10am
THIS WEEK IN FAITH FORMATION:On Sunday September 23rd we will have a kick off Mass for Faith Formation at 11:15am followed by a family orientation for those who are new to the Faith Formation program. The meeting will take place in the community room and will last approximately an hour. Faith Formation first day of class will be Wednesday September 26th.CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD is a program for children ages 4 to 10 that takes place each Sunday during the 9:15am & 11:15am Masses. After the opening prayer, the children along with their Catechist move to the chapel to hear and discuss the Sunday readings at a level they will understand. At the offertory, the children return to the assembly for the remainder of the Mass. There is no registration required for Children’s Liturgy of the Word. While we want this to be a fun and engaging experience for the children, they are expected to behave in an appropriate manner, respectful to adults and to God’s House. Please talk to your child about this before having them attend Children’s Liturgy of the Word. Because this is a guided lesson, we ask that children younger than age 4 do not attend. If you would like more information, or to be a part of this program, please contact Chris Biel at 561-7499 or email [email protected] POLICIES FOR SACRAMENT PREPARATION:BAPTISM: Congratulations on your decision to baptize your child! At St. John XXIII we are happy to help your family prepare for the celebration. Baptisms are offered for registered members of Saint John XXIII and are scheduled only after the preparation process is completed by the parents. Please do not make arrangements for family members until you have actually received a date. Contact the office at (239) 561-2245 for more information or to begin the process.FIRST COMMUNION: (also called First Eucharist and First Reconciliation) Children in First grade or above, who have expressed a desire and willingness and are attending Mass, are welcome to begin the two year process of preparing for these Sacraments. The first year consists of regular attendance at Faith Formation classes or through a Diocesan Catholic school. (Either St. Francis Xavier or St. Andrew) The second year continues those classes, but also adds in direct Sacramental Preparation (Reconciliation and Communion) sessions. Contact Chris at 561-7499 for more information or to begin the process. Parents who Home school their children must contact the office during Year I. CONFIRMATION PREPARATION: celebrating the Sacrament of Confirmation is a two year process that now begins at the start of 9th Grade and is celebrated in the Fall of 11th grade. (Older teens are certainly welcome also!). Each year consists of Faith Formation through the parish Youth Group or a Diocesan Catholic school (Bishop Verot) as well as scheduled Confirmation classes and a retreat. Please note: Students from Bishop Verot must register and attend the preparation classes at the beginning of 9th grade. If you are entering the 9th grade or would like more information on our program, contact Chris at (239) 561-7499 to begin the process.
High School Youth GroupHSYG - Sundays 5pm to 6:30pm *NOTE NEW TIME
Join Our Facebook Group: Rooted at St. John XXIII for updates and local happenings.
Welcoming All Young Adults 18 -39
Middle School Youth GroupMSYG - Wednesdays 6pm to 7:15pm
• October 4th - Rooted will be hosting a Wine & Paint Event. Come join in the FUN from 7pm-9pm. Please contact Beth or Kelly for more details and to RSVP.
• September 30th - Youth Group Spirit Nights are open to high school students grades 9-12. Join the Kick off celebration with music, games and food!
• September 26th - Kick off Celebration! Parents and youth are encouraged to attend the celebration. Opening prayer will start promptly at 6pm followed by dinner service. Please bring a dessert to share. At 6:45pm an informational meeting on the 2018-19 season will begin followed by the “not so newlywed family game”.
Have you received the Sacrament of Confirmation?Just as bodies and minds grow, Catholics believe that the soul also needs to grow in the life of grace. The Sacrament of Confirmation builds on the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation and Holy Communion, completing the process of initiation into the Catholic community.
Thinking about joining the Catholic Church, but feel a little lost? The RCIA inquiry stage is the starting place for adults who are thinking about entering the Catholic Church.“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10In the inquiry stage, you’re just finding out about Jesus, Christianity, and the Catholic Church. Talk to people, walk around in our shoes for a bit and get a feel for the place. As an inquirer, you’re not yet sure exactly what you think about the Catholic Church. Your main task here is to develop your faith a little bit, get to know Christ, prayer, the Catholic Church, and how Christians live. That’s the only way you can make an informed decision about entering the Catholic Church.
Want to Hear More?Please call the parish office at (239) 561-2245 and make an appointment to meet with Father Bob.
For questions please contact Ginny Whelan at:(239) 362-1283 or email: [email protected]
THURSDAY AT 6:30PM
Sep t em b e r : 9/27: - Pray
INQUIRY SESSIONS
2019 PARISH CALENDARYouth Ministry is selling ads if you would like to commemorate a special date reserve them now!Days are $20/each or 6 for $100. Go online to:www.johnxxiii.net/youth-and-young-adult-ministry/Deadline October 1st.
Sav e t h e Dat e : September 29th - Walk with Us #StigmaFree - Our team is “Journey to Hope at St. John XXIII Catholic Church” as we come together to raise awareness and fund support for National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) building better lives for families affected by mental illness. See page 13 for more details.
Oct o b e r : 10/4: - What do Catholics Believe?10/11: - Most Holy Trinity10/18: - Why be Catholic?/Ten Reasons10/25: - Catholic Practices
W I N E & P A I N T
65+SINGLES
OCTOBER 7th10:45am
If you plan on attendingPLEASE RSVP TO:
Joann Hanak (239) 277-9886by Friday, October 5th
12450 Metro ParkwayFort Myers, FL 33966
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Hispan i c Mini s t ryANNOUNCEMENTS
• Nuestra siguiente misa en español será el Domingo 7 de Octubre a la 1:15pm.
• Los invitamos a que nos acompañen al rezo del Rosario todos los Martes a las 6:00pm dentro de la Iglesia.
• Quien desee participar en la misa como lector u otras actividades pueden contactarnos también a nuestra dirección de correo.
• Dirija todas sus inquietudes, peticiones y preguntas Nuestro correo electrónico para cualquier información o petición que deseen: [email protected]
Adul t s • Bell Ringers• Parish Choir• Schola Cantorum - for experienced singers• Arimathean Singers - Resurrection Choir for Funerals
AND/OR BELL RINGERS
• K-2; Grades 3-5; Middle School, High School• Instrumentalists • 7:15am Bell Ringers
Children’sChoir
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND/OR REHEARSAL SCHEDULES: See Tom after Mass or email him at [email protected]
“Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, All ye lands. Serve the Lord with
Gladness, Alleluia!” - Psalm 100
The St John XXIII Music Ministry is expanding! New vocal, handbell/chime and instrumental ensembles for chil-dren, youth and adults are encouraged and welcomed to participate! Come pray in song and enjoy fellowship with our wonderful spirited music ministers. Groups are available for your participation.
Please help the suffering people of Venezuela. Donations are being accepted for any of these items:
Please bring your items to the church. Cash donations are also welcome. Checks payable to St. John XXIII (Venezuela on the Memo Line). Thank you!
DONATION DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 1ST
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CARING ABOUT RESIDENTS
i n Le eCoun t yThe organization Builders Care, really does care about Lee County residents. As a volunteer working with a local church, we often run into problems that seem too difficult to fix. We were working with a family unable to safely leave their home due to stair issues. They had many medical conditions that required them to leave their house. Price quotes for ramps ran into thousands of dollars that was just not available. I contacted Lee Builders Care, and they assessed the situation and decided they could help. They can provide emergency construction services at no cost to needy and deserving elderly and disabled homeowners who cannot obtain repairs through traditional means. Local member contractors give donated services and materials to help our neighbors in need. This assistance was provided to the wife of a deceased veteran. I want to thank them for making her life so much safer as she can be wheeled out of her home safely now. An answered prayer. Sincerely,Helen Tuffy - Parish Nurse
Builders Care in Ft. Myers - (239) 938-0056For More Information Visit:
P R O J E C TConstruction in the church for the back door project began on Monday, September 17th and will continue through September 28th.
ADORATIONCORNER
“Jesus waits for us in this Sacrament of Love, Let us be generous with our time
in going to meet Him in Adoration. May our adoration never cease.”
- St. John Paul II
Thank You
In anticipation of the opening of the Adoration Chapel, please consider becoming an Adorer.A visitor to the chapel is called an “Adorer” because we come to adore the Lord Jesus in His Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity. Adoration is an intimate experience in which the Lord and Adorer gaze at one another in love.
BECOME A COMMITTED ADORERWhat is a Committed Adorer?An individual who commits to a specific hour (1-hour) of each week to adore Jesus exposed in the Blessed Sacrament at our Adoration Chapel.What is expected of me if I wish to be an Adorer?Arrive at your scheduled time and remain present in the chapel until the next person arrives one hour later.Find a substitute Adorer in the event you are not able to be there. This will be a simple process through our electronic scheduling program.
BECOME A SUBSTITUTE ADORERWhat is a Substitute Adorer?An Individual who makes themselves available to be a substitute for another Adorer.What is Expected of me if I wish to be a Substitute Adorer?Be available to cover occasional hours of Adoration for another Adorer, when requested. You may state which days and hours work best for you. You will do this through a simple process on our “electronic scheduling software” program.
What are the Fruits of Eucharistic Adoration?People who observe Eucharistic adoration experience a deeper devotion to Jesus, and this manifests itself in countless ways. The primary fruits are repentance and conversion which lead to increased charity - that is, the love of Christ alive in his people. The adoration of Jesus in the Eucharist also leads to greater reverence at Mass, a deeper desire for personal holiness, and a stronger sense of union with the parish and the whole Church.
We would like to extend a special thank you to Rebecca Leslie, for dedicating her time in assisting Fr. Lawrence with the Altar Server schedule over the past year and welcome our newest volunteers, Monica Nelson and Tony Dacosta. We appreciate their time and effort in learning and implementing the new ministry scheduling software moving forward. We are very blessed to have such a wonderful team of dedicated volunteers.
"Do things for people not because ofwho they are or what they do in return,
but because of who you are."- SAINT TERESA
Thank YouWe would like to thank all of the volunteers who donated their time to help with the fall raffle. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to our Parish family!
Come Sit With Me
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Building StatusPARISH LIFE CENTER
The beautiful flooring in the Parish Life Center is completed. The main room will seat 400 people!
“I bequeath the greater of $_____ or _____% of the residue of my estate to Bishop Frank J. Dewane, (or his successor), Roman Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Venice in Florida, a corporation sole, whose principal office is located at 1000 Pinebrook Rd., Venice, FL 34285, For the benefit of St. John XXIII Catholic Parish, in Fort Myers, Inc.”
The actual wording in your will should be determined by you and your attorney. For more information, questions, or wish to consider a gift annuity or trust for St. John XXIII Catholic Church, then please contact: Holly Atkins at (239) 561-2245
A bequest is a wonderful way to express gratitude to God for a lifetime of blessings! The gift you give establishes a lasting legacy of love for others by helping the Church to continue our Catholic heritage through its many ministries. PLEASE NOTE: Leaving money to the Parish in your will is not assessed and 100% goes to the parish.The following is possible wording for including a bequest in your will:
No money is kept on Church property. Thank you for your continued generosity!
*Please make your checks payable to “St. John XXIII”
2018 Catholic Faith Appeal2018 Goal $339,000Pledge $477,199.67% of Goal 140.77%% of Households 27.38%Total $432,695.43
When making a stock transfer to the Diocese of Venice on behalf of St. John XXIII, please email [email protected] to let us know you made the request. Sometimes a transfer comes to the Diocese with no name or no parish name. This will help us track the transaction. Thank you.
MAKING A STOCK TRANSFER
PLANNING YOUR WILLREMEMBER ST. JOHN XXIII
ADORATION CHAPEL Update
The windows for the Adoration Chapel will be designed by artist Jim Piercey. Visit his website at: www.jpiercey.com
- SAINT TERESA
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ST. JOHN XXIII Catholic Church
40 DAYS FOR LIFE PRAYER VIGIL PERIODS PLANNED PARENTHOOD FACILITYCOLLEGE PKWY & WINKLER AVE
To volunteer for a time period use sign up sheet in Narthex or e-mail: [email protected]
IN FT. MYERS
40 DAYS FOR LIFE PRAYER VIGIL PERIODSPLANNED PARENTHOOD FACILITYCOLLEGE PKWAY & WINKLER AVE
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2nd 11:30AM-1:30PMTUESDAY, OCTOBER 9th 11:30AM-1:30PMTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 11th 11:30AM-1:30PMTUESDAY, OCTOBER 16th 11:30AM-1:30PMTUESDAY, OCTOBER 23rd 11:30AM-1:30PMTUESDAY, OCTOBER 30th 11:30AM-1:30PMOTHER IMPORTANT DATES:September 25th at 6:30pm40 Days for Life Opening Mass at St. Cecilia Catholic Church followed by prayer rally at Planned Parenthood from 7:15pm-7:45pmOctober 7th - Respect Life SundayEVERY LIFE: Cherished Chosen SentOctober 25th at 8:00amBishop Dewane’s Life Mass at Resurrection followed by 9am prayer rally at Planned Parenthood Facility.November 4th - Closing Rally - TBD
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Rosa r y COAST TO COAST
OCTOBER 7, 2018Many of the countries which inspired the European Rosary Coast to Coast are joining with the US to hold Rosary Rallies across the world, October 7th, traditionally the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary.The formation of the New Holy League of Nations declares a united front in worldwide spiritual battle, defending the Dignity of the Human person–Life, Marriage, Family, as well as Religious Liberty. This “declaration of war” is “not against flesh and blood; but against principalities and power, against the rulers of the world of this darkness, against the spirits of wickedness in the high places.” (Ephesians 6:12). Together we are calling upon God, through the powerful intercession of Our Lady of the Rosary, to heal our countries and return them to Holiness.After the Rosary on the Coasts event took place in the British Isles (April 29, 2018), Bishop John Keenan of Paisley, Scotland reflected: “I left thinking…there was something changed in the Catholic Church, in the British Isles…it was as though Catholics are beginning to get the sense, the inspiration that all the problems of the world really can be solved by prayer. It was like a day of New Evangelization. It felt like a day of Grace for us. Therefore, I commend it to the Catholics in the United States.”Joining the United States are Poland, the British Isles, Ireland, Canada, Australia, Lebanon, India, Mexico, Panama and other countries in Central America and South America – with more expected to join in the weeks to come. Each member nation is encouraged, in addition, to take part in the 54-day Rosary Novena, beginning August 15 (Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary) – for the intentions of reparation and petition for their Countries. Each country involved will be represented on New Holy League of Nations.Already, over 400 events have been registered across the United States, with event planners organizing processions, pilgrimages, and full parish engagement. The US Novena for Our Nation will begin August 15th. Individuals are encouraged to sign up for daily reminders and reflections. Cardinal Raymond Burke has stated: “Let us now turn to the powerful prayer of the Holy Rosary, asking Mary Immaculate to intercede with Our Lord to bring healing to our nation and to inspire in her citizens the holiness of life which alone can transform our nation.
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SUPPORT THE CAUSE
WALKS
SATURDAYSEPTEMBER 29th
#StigmaFree
Join our parish team, “Journey to Hope at St. John XXIII Catholic Church as we come together to raise awareness and funds to support our local chapter of NAMI. National Alliance on Mental Illness is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for families affected by mental illness.
To Join Our Team of Walkers, Contact: Kelly Evers in Youth Ministry (239) 561-3022 xt 107 email: [email protected] donate directly to our team, “Journey to Hope” at St. John XXIII Catholic Church” visit www.namiwalks.org/southwestflorida
CITY OF FORT MYERS PIER• 6-9pm Walk Festival • 7pm Walk Begins
On the Youth Mission Trip this year, we learned about The 177 Project. Teens that have gone to Catholic Heart Work Camp come away with so much but what is most impressive to them is the Eucharistic Adoration night the music the meditation and being Present with Jesus, they come away saying that was one of the most powerful moments and for some it has been the first time they have gone to Adoration. This year they left behind their Intentions written down for others to pray for in the Million Intentions Campaign. We would like to invite you to experience what they have, make this Your Mission to come October 14th to partake in Adoration across the nation. This fall, the 177 Project is bringing an evening of Eucharistic Adoration and music to every single diocese in the United States. Between Labor Day and Christmas, 22 different artists will help put on almost 200 evenings of Adoration across the entire country. On October 14th the will be hosting an evening at St. John XXIII and we would love for you to join us! Tickets to the evening are completely free and you can get yours on line at the177project.com or contact Beth or Kelly in our Youth Ministry Office. It will begin with the Rosary at 6:45pm followed by Eucharistic Adoration at 7:00pm and concluding with a Concert at 8:15pm. The contemporary music is Awesome. Please bring the whole family.One of the biggest things that we want to do besides getting people to spend time in front of the Eucharist and helping to cultivate support for contemporary Catholic music is just to get people praying for each other. Can you imagine what a difference we could make in the world if people would just consistently pray for one another - especially in front of the Eucharist? To encourage that, we’ve launched the Million Intentions Campaign!The concept is simple. We’re collecting prayer requests and, during each and every Holy Hour of the 177 Project, we’re going to spend 10 minutes just praying for other people around the country. We will literally be a nation praying for a nation in the presence of Christ! Our hope, over the fall, is to pray for a million different, specific intentions during this time and we could use your help. If you’re interested in volunteering when the 177 Project comes to St.. John XXIII, Beth Benham is our volunteer coordinator and will be in touch with you from there. And don’t worry, we close up shop during Eucharistic Adoration so you won’t miss a single second with Jesus!
FREEwww.THE177PROJECT.com
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Saturday, September 29thSEATINGS AT 5:00pm & 7:00pm
ANNUAL PASTA DINNER
ADULTS $10 CHILDREN 5-12 $5 CHILDREN 4 and under FREE
CO-HOSTED BY: THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #13624 AND THE WOMEN’S GUILD
PLEASE PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE - $2 ADDITIONAL FEE AT THE DOOR
NO CHARGE!
The Faith Alive! Team is sponsoring a new series as part of our parish’s Adult Faith Formation ministry. We will be showing movies in our Community Room, followed by a discussion n the film. It is an opportunity to discuss a chance to meet other parishioners and have a faith-filled discussion on an important topic. Our Fall offering is High Noon. This 1952 film tells the story of Marshal Will Kame. On the day he gets married and hangs up his badge, the Marshal is told that a man he sent to prison years before is returning on the noon train to exact his revenge. This movie won four Academy Awards.
Please RSVP by September 26thso we know how much food to prepare.Pizza donated by: The Knights of ColumbusRSVP via email: [email protected]
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 286PM TO 8:30PM
IN THE COMMUNIT Y ROOM
FilmandFaith
October 28th
THE WOMEN’S GUILDwill be selling tickets in the NARTHEX
Help the Women's Guild with supplies for our new Parish Life Center kitchen by taking an envelope that has a label requesting an amount to purchase items needed.We have a beautiful new kitchen but we need supplies in order to fully utilize it. All items must be commercial grade so we ask that you don't purchase items yourself but allow the kitchen team to do so.Return the envelope with check or cash to the collection basket or church office by October 20th.Thank you for your support!
and more...
Knight s o fColumbusWHAT’S NEW?
Knights of Columbus Financial Secretary Bell Becker awards David Carpenter his second-degree card. David will be standing for his third-degree later this month. Join David and the Knights to give back to the Parish.
The Thrift Store is Looking for:SATURDAY MORNING
ANDAFTERNOON VOLUNTEER
CASHIERSWill train. Must be good with people: you are the face of our store and often our faith.Email Cynthia for further details or to apply [email protected]
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School: Experience “Education You Can Believe In!” To set up a tour or for more information, contact Natalie Rose at (239) 334-7707 ext. 223 or email [email protected]. Visit their website at www.stfrancisfortmyers.org
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Safe Environment Training: As Christian adults, we have a moral and legal responsibility and are entrusted by God with the spiritual, emotional and physical well-being of minors and vulnerable adults. To provide a safe and nurturing environment for everyone, we ask all volunteers to attend the Safe Environment Training Class once their fingerprints have been cleared. To view the next sessions go to www.dioceseofvenice.org website, click on Offices, Programs and Safe Environment. Select Training Schedule to see the list of classes. Click on “Start Registration” at the top of the page to register for a class. All registrations must be done through the Diocese of Venice website. Catholic Chamber Lunch Meeting: Please join the Catholic Chamber of Commerce for a networking/lunch meeting on Thursday September 27th at Church of the Resurrection of our Lord. 8121 Cypress Lake Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33919, from 11:30am. We invite all Catholic businesses and ministries. FREE to attend. No membership required. Please RSVP at [email protected] or call (239) 980-0921Feast of the Archangels Clambake: Come celebrate the Feast of the Archangels, 3pm on Sunday, September 30th, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Center, 3989 S. Moon Drive, Venice. Enjoy a traditional clambake and great company! This will be the perfect opportunity to meet Father Mark Yavorona, O.M.V., who will be joining the staff of the Retreat Center in September. Space is limited. The cost is $29.95. To register please visit www.olph-retreat.org/feast-of-the-archangels-clambake or call (941) 486-0233Stewardship Day: The Diocese of Venice Development Office is hosting a Stewardship Day, 8:30am - 3pm, Wednesday, October 3rd, at Our Lady of Light Parish, 19680 Cypress View Drive, Fort Myers. Since the beginnings of the Church, Christians have embraced stewardship as a way of life. It was a fundamental aspect of discipleship and remains a powerful process by which God converts the minds and hearts of His children. The cost is $10 and includes continental breakfast and lunch. To register, please visit the Diocese's website at www.dioceseofvenice.org/stewardshipdayWorld Wide Marriage Encounter: The next weekend will be at the Hilton Gardens Hotel in Oldsmar October 12th-14th. For more information about taking a private time away, visit flwc-wwme.org or call (813) 270-7832Guest Speaker at St. Katharine Drexel: Nikki Kingsley will be visiting St. Katharine Drexel to share her testimony on her journey from Islam to Catholicism on Saturday, October 13th, on the feast of our Lady of Fatima, from 9am-12pm. Men and women are encouraged to attend, as well as any friends or family that would like to join us. This event is being sponsored by the Council of Catholic Women.40 Days for Life: You are invited to join Christians in praying for an end to abortion through November 4th during the international 40 Days for Life fall campaign. Sign up online at www.40daysforlife.com and pray for an hour in front of Planned Parenthood. Prayer for Safety During Hurricane Season: The 2018 "Hurricane Season" is underway and already there have been named tropical storms. The season will continue through November and all are encouraged to pray for protection from the storms that often threaten Southwest Florida. The devastation brought by Hurricane Irma in 2017 reinforces the fact that we need to pray for God's protection and care.
Catho l i cCommuni tyHAPPENINGS
please register at: www.faithandale.com
Welcome All Men
with guest speaker:ARTIE BOYLE
“Six Months to Live, Three Guys onthe Ultimate Quest for a Miracle”
THURSDAY OCTOBER 18THat Our Lady of Light
please register at: www.faithandwineleecounty.com
with guest speaker:JESS ECHEVERRY
“Wounded and Redeemed Like Jesus”
Welcome al lWomenTHURSDAY OCTOBER 25TH
at St. Columbkille
“Witnessing Faith
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SEPTEMBER 28TH
WITH BISHOP DEWANE
Witnessing the Faith
6TH ANNUAL WOMEN’S RETREAT
REGISTRATION FORM
PLACE: Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Center http://www.olph-retreat.org 3989 South Moon Drive • Venice, FL 34292 (941) 486-0233
DATE: Arrival: Friday, November 3rdCheck-in 3:00-5:00pm Welcome reception: 5:00-5:30pm Dinner 5:30pm Retreat begins at 6:30pmDeparture: Sunday, November 5th by 12pm
COST: Includes all meals. Private bathrooms and a lanai in all rooms. Living room and kitchen in each Villa.$210.00 per person for double occupancy: $295.00 per person for a private room. There are a limited number of private rooms availableIf you are interested in triple occupancy, please contact Chris Biel for details and availability.
PROGRAM: There will be time for private and communal prayer, brief presentations, quiet reflections, Mass, sharing joyful song and fellowship. A packet containing specific details will be mailed out prior to the retreat. For more information please call Chris Biel at (239) 561-7499 or email [email protected]
Age: ____20-35 _____36-50 _____51-65 _____66 and up I would be interested in carpooling ____Yes ____No
Special Needs or Requests: Room location, Dietary restrictions, etc._______________________________________________
I would like to room with _______________________________________
Spaces are limited Please return this registration form and payment Registrations will be accepted based on the date that the check and completed registration form are received.
A $50.00 nonrefundable fee will hold your spot. Remaining balances are due by October 1st, 2017.
Please make checks made payable to St. John XXIII
Please return form and payment to the parish office or Drop it in the collection basket in an envelope marked "Women’s Retreat"
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Paid $__________________ Date __________________ CK# ______________ Cash ________
PLACE: Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Center http://www.olph-retreat.org 3989 South Moon Drive • Venice, FL 34292 (941) 486-0233
DATE: Arrival: Friday, November 3rdCheck-in 3:00-5:00pm Welcome reception: 5:00-5:30pm Dinner 5:30pm Retreat begins at 6:30pmDeparture: Sunday, November 5th by 12pm
COST: Includes all meals. Private bathrooms and a lanai in all rooms. Living room and kitchen in each Villa.$210.00 per person for double occupancy: $295.00 per person for a private room. There are a limited number of private rooms availableIf you are interested in triple occupancy, please contact Chris Biel for details and availability.
PROGRAM: There will be time for private and communal prayer, brief presentations, quiet reflections, Mass, sharing joyful song and fellowship. A packet containing specific details will be mailed out prior to the retreat. For more information please call Chris Biel at (239) 561-7499 or email [email protected]
Age: ____20-35 _____36-50 _____51-65 _____66 and up I would be interested in carpooling ____Yes ____No
Special Needs or Requests: Room location, Dietary restrictions, etc._______________________________________________
I would like to room with _______________________________________
Spaces are limited Please return this registration form and payment Registrations will be accepted based on the date that the check and completed registration form are received.
A $50.00 nonrefundable fee will hold your spot. Remaining balances are due by October 1st, 2017.
Please make checks made payable to St. John XXIII
Please return form and payment to the parish office or Drop it in the collection basket in an envelope marked "Women’s Retreat"
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Paid $__________________ Date __________________ CK# ______________ Cash ________
For more information please contact Trisha Fields at (239) 561-2245 or email: [email protected]
PLACE: Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Center http://www.olph-retreat.org 3989 South Moon Drive • Venice, FL 34292 (941) 486-0233
DATE: Arrival: Friday, November 3rdCheck-in 3:00-5:00pm Welcome reception: 5:00-5:30pm Dinner 5:30pm Retreat begins at 6:30pmDeparture: Sunday, November 5th by 12pm
COST: Includes all meals. Private bathrooms and a lanai in all rooms. Living room and kitchen in each Villa.$210.00 per person for double occupancy: $295.00 per person for a private room. There are a limited number of private rooms availableIf you are interested in triple occupancy, please contact Chris Biel for details and availability.
PROGRAM: There will be time for private and communal prayer, brief presentations, quiet reflections, Mass, sharing joyful song and fellowship. A packet containing specific details will be mailed out prior to the retreat. For more information please call Chris Biel at (239) 561-7499 or email [email protected]
Age: ____20-35 _____36-50 _____51-65 _____66 and up I would be interested in carpooling ____Yes ____No
Special Needs or Requests: Room location, Dietary restrictions, etc._______________________________________________
I would like to room with _______________________________________
Spaces are limited Please return this registration form and payment Registrations will be accepted based on the date that the check and completed registration form are received.
A $50.00 nonrefundable fee will hold your spot. Remaining balances are due by October 1st, 2017.
Please make checks made payable to St. John XXIII
Please return form and payment to the parish office or Drop it in the collection basket in an envelope marked "Women’s Retreat"
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Paid $__________________ Date __________________ CK# ______________ Cash ________
PLACE: Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Center http://www.olph-retreat.org 3989 South Moon Drive • Venice, FL 34292 (941) 486-0233
DATE: Arrival: Friday, November 3rdCheck-in 3:00-5:00pm Welcome reception: 5:00-5:30pm Dinner 5:30pm Retreat begins at 6:30pmDeparture: Sunday, November 5th by 12pm
COST: Includes all meals. Private bathrooms and a lanai in all rooms. Living room and kitchen in each Villa.$210.00 per person for double occupancy: $295.00 per person for a private room. There are a limited number of private rooms availableIf you are interested in triple occupancy, please contact Chris Biel for details and availability.
PROGRAM: There will be time for private and communal prayer, brief presentations, quiet reflections, Mass, sharing joyful song and fellowship. A packet containing specific details will be mailed out prior to the retreat. For more information please call Chris Biel at (239) 561-7499 or email [email protected]
Age: ____20-35 _____36-50 _____51-65 _____66 and up I would be interested in carpooling ____Yes ____No
Special Needs or Requests: Room location, Dietary restrictions, etc._______________________________________________
I would like to room with _______________________________________
Spaces are limited Please return this registration form and payment Registrations will be accepted based on the date that the check and completed registration form are received.
A $50.00 nonrefundable fee will hold your spot. Remaining balances are due by October 1st, 2017.
Please make checks made payable to St. John XXIII
Please return form and payment to the parish office or Drop it in the collection basket in an envelope marked "Women’s Retreat"
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Paid $__________________ Date __________________ CK# ______________ Cash ________
St. John XXIII 5th Annual Women’s Retreat November 3-5th 2017
‘Courage in Christ’
PLACE: Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Center http://www.olph-retreat.org 3989 South Moon Drive • Venice, FL 34292 (941) 486-0233
DATE: Arrival: Friday November 2ndCheck-In: 3:00-5:00pm Welcome Reception: 5:00-5:30pm Dinner 5:30pm Retreat Begins at 6:30pm
Departure: Sunday November 4th by 12:00 NoonCOST: Includes all meals. Private bathrooms and a Lanai in all rooms. Living room and kitchen in each Villa.
$310.00 per person for double occupancy.$210.00 per person for a private room. There are a limited number of private rooms available.If you are interested in triple occupancy, please contact Chris Biel for details and availability.
PROGRAM: There will be time for private and communal prayer, brief presentations, quiet reflections, Mass, sharing joyful song and fellowship. A packet containing specific details will be mailed out prior to the retreat.
For more information please call Chris Biel at (239) 561-7499 or email [email protected]………………………………………………………………………………………………
Departure: Sunday, November 4th by 12:00 NoonCOST: Includes all meals. Private bathrooms and a lanai in all rooms. Living room and kitchen in each Villa.
$210.00 per person for double occupancy.PROGRAM: There will be time for private and communal prayer, brief presentations, quiet reflections, Mass,
sharing joyful song and fellowship. A packet containing specific details will be mailed out prior to the retreat.*Walking is necessary at the retreat center between locations.
For more information please call Trisha Fields at (239) 561-2245 or email:[email protected]………………………………………………………………………………………………
