Blessed Trinity Catholic Church

New Parishioner Welcome Guide & Registration Form

Blessed Trinity Catholic Church4545 Anderson Road

Orlando, Florida 32812-7320Phone: 407-277-1702

Fax: 407-277-1973

Website: www.blessedtrinityorlando.org08/01/2017 Edition

Email: info@blessedtrinityorlando.org

Our Mission StatementOur parish is centered in Jesus Christ and nurtured by the Eucharist.

Our Mission is to be a vibrant, loving community

in the traditions of the Roman Catholic Faith.

We pray for God’s help

to grow in sharing our time, talent and treasure more effectively

in a committed effort in prayer, education, service

and the pastoral care of all our parishioners.

Mass ScheduleMonday through Saturday: 8:30AM in our Welcome Center Chapel

Saturday Vigil: 5:00PM (English)

Sunday: 8:00 AM (English), 10:00AM (English), 12:00PM (Spanish), 5:00PM (English)

Holy Days: See current Parish Bulletin for Mass times.

ReconciliationMonday through Saturday: After 8:30am Mass

Saturday: 4:00pm-4:30pm

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Sunday: 11:15am-11:45am (Spanish)

Priests

PastorReverend Fr. Roland Nadeau, M.S.

Associate PastorReverend Fr. William J. Slight, M.S.

Airport Chaplain (In Residence) Reverend Fr. Robert Susann, M.S.

Our parish is staffed by the Missionaries of Our Lady of La Salette, Province of Mary, Mother of the Americas, and our sister-church, Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Orlando.

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Pastoral Staff

“Anyone who wants to become great among you must be your servant, and anyone who wants to be first among you must be slave to all.” Mark 10:43-44

Reverend Mr. José González Deacon

Reverend Mr. Miguel Pagán Deacon

Reverend Mr. Manny García Deacon

Louie Murgia Director of Faith Formation

Brandie Akos Youth Ministry & Young Adult Ministry Coordinator

Cheryl Haney Director of Liturgy & Music

Brother Ron Lafleche, M.S. Sacristan/Altar Servers Facilitator

Susan Clark Abouchacra Parish Projects Coordinator

Araceli Cruz Secretary/Pastoral Assistant

Yliana Soto Faith Formation Assistant

Nelson Rodriguez Maintenance Coordinator

Turner Flynn Media Specialist & Bulletin Editor

Parish Office4545 Anderson Road * Orlando, Florida 32812

Office Hours

Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Phone: 407-277-1702Fax: 407-277-1973

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A Message from our Pastor

Dear New Parishioners of Blessed Trinity,

Welcome to Blessed Trinity Catholic Church!

I pray that you find in our Parish Family the Joy, Comfort and Challenge that the Lord promised to his disciples.

The quality of the Christian Life and the strength of our parish community is a direct result of our active parishioners. As our Mission Statement says: Our parish is centered in Jesus Christ and nurtured by the Eucharist. Our weekly gathering at the Table of the Lord gives us the energy, the vision and the commitment we need to reach out in service and support to each other and to others beyond the parish boundaries through the various ministries being offered through membership in our parish family. Here at Blessed Trinity, we believe that the spiritual nourishment we receive from our prayer and sacramental life will help us, firstly, to indeed be “our brother’s (and sister’s) keeper” within our parish community. Real and vital community growth will naturally spill over in service to our neighbors at large.

As you look through this Welcome Guide, please read this information with an eye and ear of Faith to spot where the Lord is asking you to serve. By volunteering in one or another of these ministerial postings you will be on the fast track to a quicker sense of inclusion and connection in our Faith Community. I encourage you to contact the ministries, organizations and/or Staff persons directly and attend their meetings. All are welcome here.

We look forward to your being a part of the excitement of Blessed Trinity. Again, on behalf of the clergy, the staff and the entire parish community: Welcome to Blessed Trinity.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Fr. Roland Nadeau, M.S., Pastor

Christ has no body now on earth but yours; yours are the only hands with which he can do his work, yours are the only feet with which he can go around the world, yours are the only eyes through which his compassion can shine forth upon a troubled world. Christ has no body on earth but yours.

-Teresa of Avila

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To become a member of Blessed Trinity, you must be properly registered.

Perhaps you have already filled out a Parish Registration Form online OR you have taken a hardcopy from the Parish Office or from the rear of the

Church OR you will use the form found at the end of this Welcome Guide.

Please take the time to read over the next few pages and take note of the various ministries and organizations that Blessed Trinity has to offer its parishioners. Please take a moment to write down those ministries and organizations that interest you and your family. A form has been provided in the back of this booklet for you to use. Please drop this form off at the Parish Office if you would like the ministry to contact you or you may contact them directly using the names and phone numbers or email addresses provided in this book.

Please Note:

If you have so indicated, temporary envelopes will be included. It takes 4-6 weeks to receive your envelopes once you have registered in the parish.

A volunteer from our Welcome Ministry will be telephoning as well.

Liturgical MinistriesThrough the Eucharist, the source and summit of the Christian Life, Christ continues to pour out his saving graces on the

members of his body, the Church. (Second Vatican Council, Lumen Gentium 11)

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Altar Servers & Cross Bearers Assists the Priest during Mass. Available to children, teens & adults who have received their First Communion.Contact: Br. Ron Lafleche, M.S. 407-277-1702 ext. 116 Liturgical Art and Environment Artistic individuals are needed to help prepare for special liturgies and seasons. Contact: Marian Gallagher 407-275-3644 or Bob Clunan 407-592-6661

Children’s Liturgy of the WordVolunteers are needed to assist at Sunday 10:00am Mass in English and Sunday 12:00pm Mass in Spanish to help foster spiritual growth for children Pre-K through 5th grade. Contact: Louie Murgia 407-277-1702 ext.103

Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers & Greeters) Volunteers are needed to welcome people to our celebration of Mass and other duties. Contact: Mary Jane Crook 407-277-2081

Ministers of the Word Serve at Mass by proclaiming the Word of God to the assembly during liturgies. Contact: Mary Lou Gibson 407-277-2042

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy CommunionAssist the priest in distributing the body and blood of Jesus Christ. Contact: Gladys Orlando 407-529-6947.

Sacristans Men and women are needed to care for altar linens, hymnals and worship environment in the church. Contact: Br. Ron Lafleche, M.S. at 407-277-1702 ext. 116 or Denise Lease 407-277-1702

Music Ministers Our Adult Choir (high school age and older) rehearses once a week and sings at the Sunday 10:00 AM Mass.Our Children’s Choir (2nd Grade and up) rehearses once a week and sings once a month, 10:00 AM Mass. Our Youth Choir (high school & college age) rehearses Sunday before they sing at the Sunday 5:00 PM Mass.Contact: Cheryl & Mark Haney 407-277-1702

Sacramental Life

Sacrament of Baptism

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Presenting a child to receive the Sacrament of Baptism is a serious obligation on the part of the parents and requires a faith commitment by being practicing, active Catholics. At least one godparent must also be an active, practicing Catholic. Parents seeking Baptism for their child should come to the Parish Office to register for a Baptism Preparation class. Children, ages 7 or older, which are in need of Baptism, participate in the Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) process. Contact: Yliana Soto 407-277-1702 ext. 106

Sacrament of Confirmation

Tenth grade, or age 15, is the time for the celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation at Blessed Trinity. This preparation program is available to adults seeking Confirmation as well.There is a 1-year pre-confirmation preparation period. During the Confirmation year, students will be attending sessions relating to the celebration of the sacrament, a day of reflection, and retreat. Contact: Louie Murgia 407-277-1702 ext. 103

Sacrament of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion

Second grade is the time for celebrating these two sacraments at Blessed Trinity. Preparation for these sacraments is two yearlong process and involves Religious Education classes for the students, a day retreat and four parent-child sessions as well. Sacramental catechesis for these sacraments is offered for older children. Contact: Louie Murgia 407-277-1702 ext. 103

Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick

Hospital patients or their families or anyone desiring this sacrament should contact the Parish Office. Communal Anointing of the Sick takes place on the first Friday of Advent and of Lent after the 8:30am Mass. Contact: Araceli Cruz 407-277-1702

Sacrament of Marriage

The Catholic couple wishing to be married at Blessed Trinity should be registered parishioners three months prior to beginning Marriage Preparation. At least one of the couple must be a practicing Catholic. Please contact the parish six months in advance of your desired wedding date to begin Marriage Preparation. Contact: Araceli Cruz 407-277-1702

Pastoral Care

The Pastoral Care Ministry integrates sickness and death into the life of the parish and the local community. We minister to parishioners and their families in times of sickness and death. If you have a compassionate nature and a few hours to give when there is a death or illness in our parish please consider one of the following ministries:

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Ministry to the Sick

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are especially trained to minister to the homebound and hospitalized members of the parish. Contact: Betty Ligas 407-859-0845

Bereavement Ministry

Funeral Preparation Assist families with the preparation of the funeral, e.g., choice of Scripture readings, guidelines for eulogies, and selections of music.

Funeral Liturgy The funeral liturgies follow the norm of the Order of Christian Funerals: Vigil, Mass and Burial. They are done in the light of good liturgical sensibilities; both beautiful and meaningful even to those un-churched or of another faith. Volunteers are needed to assist with the funeral liturgy.

Bereavement Ministry ScopeBereavement Ministers bring spiritual and emotional comfort to those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Upon notice of a death, ministers are assigned as a team to the family of the deceased. The team meets with family members to assist in preparing the Funeral Mass.

They attend the Funeral Mass in order to assist the Presider and the funeral directors. They offer, on behalf of the parish, spiritual and emotional support to help the family deal with loss.

The Bereavement Ministry sends a timely condolence card by mail, and organizes and invites all the grieving families of the past year to a special prayer ceremony on All Souls evening. Contact: Ann Atherton 407-509-0252

Faith Formation

Religious Education

Religious Education classes are offered Sundays 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM and Wednesdays 5:00 PM. This program is for Pre-K through 5th Grade. Catechists and assistants are always welcome and needed. Contact: Louie Murgia 407-277-1702 ext. 103

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Youth Ministry & Young Adult Ministry

We serve our Youth: Grades 6-12 and Young Adults: 18 to 37 years of age in these two ministries. These ministries provide resources and faith experiences that help lead members closer to Christ. Programs include weekly gatherings, Bible studies, retreats, mission trips and national conferences. Catholics and non-Catholics are invited to participate. Volunteers are always welcome! Contact: Brandie Akos 407-277-1702 ext. 102. Email: blessedtrinityorlando.youth413@gmail.com

Vacation Bible School

A SUPER FUN and creative Bible-based Catholic program is offered in the summer for children Pre-K through 5th grade.Kids of 6th Grade through High School are encouraged to enroll in the program as helpers.Contact: Louie Murgia 407-277-1702 ext. 103

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

Adults and children, ages seven or older, who are not baptized or baptized in another Christian tradition are invited to participate in this spiritual journey. This program coincides with the academic school year. The culmination is a celebration of the sacraments of initiation. Participants are welcomed into full communion with the Catholic Church. Contact: Louie Murgia 407-277-1702 ext. 103

Community Life Organizations

Council of Catholic Women (CCW)

A spirit-filled organization open to all women of the parish – young or old, married, single or widowed. Meetings are held the third Thursday of the month in the Parish Center at 7:00pm. Contact: Peggy Beck 407-766-9686 or Barbara McCormack 407-855-2661

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Knights of Columbus

Our Lady of La Salette Council 11328 holds a membership meeting every 2nd Thursday of the month in the Parish Center at 7:30pm. Contact: Paul Asplen 407-883-0334 or Membership: Norm Gonsalves 407-592-1133

Men’s Club

Our mission is building fellowship and strengthening our spirituality while serving the parish in ministry and community. We host after-Mass breakfasts, a Lenten Fish Fry, Golf Tournament, and a Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway. Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of the month in the Parish Center at 7:00pm.Contact: Paul Asplen 407-883-0334 or Tony DiBerardino 407-851-6331

Our Lady of Victory Rosary Makers of Blessed Trinity

Fellowship and teamwork help the group of craftspeople to hand-make and distribute rosaries to those who are in economic and spiritual need. They further spread the devotion and power of the rosary. They gather on the 2nd Thursday of the month in the Parish Center at 9:00 AM. Contact: Marie Blackford 407-384-6223

Second Blessings Thrift Shoppe & Boutique

A dedicated group of CCW women organize and staff this classic-value and affordable shop.It is on our Blessed Trinity Campus in the two-story Caulfield House. The store hours are 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays weekly. Volunteers are always needed and welcome. Contact: Kate McManus 781-686-2694

Sunshine Seniors

A very active group of senior citizens gathers on the 3rd Thursday of every month in the Parish Center at 12:00 PM to have luncheons and activities. Contact: Nelson Rodriguez 407-277-1702 ext. 108

Devotions and Prayer Groups

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Adoration and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament takes place every Monday in our Welcome Center Chapel from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Contact: Denise Lease 407-851-6156

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Morning Rosary

Parishioners gather to pray the Rosary every morning at 8:00 AM before Mass in our Welcome Center Chapel.

Novena to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal

We pray this devotion every Saturday morning after the 8:30 AM Mass in our Welcome Center Chapel.

Community OutreachAlcoholics AnonymousAA meets every Tuesday at 7:00 PM in the Parish Center.

Reach Up Program

Reach Up is an ecumenical program that Blessed Trinity partners with Conway United Methodist Church and Conway First Baptist Church to help “at risk” students from Conway Middle School. Students are welcomed after school to have a snack, play games and study.Contact: Carol Franz 407-227-7537 or Pam Auschwitz 407-277-5010

Mission Trip to the Dominican Republic

Join forces with the Orlando Diocese to assist in various ways in our sister diocese in the Dominican Republic.Contact: Jim and Tracy Vass 407-380-8626

Hispanic Ministry/Ministerio HispanoMinisterios de la LiturgiaNuestra misa de las 12:00 PM congrega cientos de personas de diferentes grupos étnicos y países hispanoparlantes. Tenemos siempre una gran necesidad de voluntarios para la celebración Eucarística de esta misa:

Servidores del Altar llamen a Cheryl Sanabia al 321-460-2683

Ministros de la Eucaristía llamen a Vicente Martin 407-556-7725

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Ministerio de Ujieres llamen a María Martin al 407-277-1702

Proclamadores de la Palabra llamen a Luis Melo al 407-732-3763

Ministros de Música llamen a Joann Sanabia al 407-293-4169

Ministerio de los enfermos Nereida Matos 407-600-1742

Ministerios de Educación y FormaciónLos voluntarios son bienvenidos para participar en las clases para aquellos que buscan el Bautismo, Primera Comunión, Confirmación, o proceso RICA:

Educación Religiosa (Grados Pre K-5), Bautismos, Primera Comunión y Confirmación

llamen a Louie Murgia al 407-277-1702 ext. 103

Ministerio de Jóvenes & Jóvenes Adultos llamen a Brandie Akos al 407-277-1702 ext. 102

Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos (RICA) llamen a Louie Murgia al 407-277-1702 ext. 103

Preparación Matrimonial llamen a Araceli Cruz al 407-277-1702 ext. 101

Grupo de Oración Carismático Paz y GozoEl grupo de oración carismático Paz y Gozo se reúne todos los viernes a las 7:00pm en el Centro de Bienvenida. Llamen a Eduardo Cintron al 321-947-2920

Ministerio de la Sagrada FamiliaTenemos una imagen peregrina que es llevada a la casa por una familia diferente todas las semanas para que les provea bendiciones para ellos y sus familiares. Llamen a Carmen Alcantara al 203-982-6273

Devoción de la Divina Misericordia Esta devoción del Santo Rosario a la Divina Misericordia de Jesús se lleva a cabo todos los domingos después de la misa de 12:00pm. Llamen a Rubén Marcano al 407-257-7257

Blessed Trinity Memory WallThe Memory Wall celebrates and enshrines in permanent beauty important events and dates in the lives of the members of Blessed Trinity, such as, Baptisms, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, Marriages and Anniversaries. Contact: Araceli Cruz at 407-277-1702

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New Home Blessing

Once again we welcome you to the community of

Blessed Trinity Catholic Church!

If you would like to receive a New Home Blessing

please contact our Parish Office at 407-277-1702

to make an appointment.

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Registration Form Formulario de Inscripción

B les sed T r in i t y Catho l i c C hurch (Please print or type) (Favor de escribir en letra de molde)

Head of Household (Cabeza del Hogar)

Name/Nombre: First/Primer Middle/Medio Last/Apellido ________________ ______________ _____________________

Date of Birth (Fecha de Nacimiento)________________________________________________

Occupation (Oficio) __________________________________________________________

Email (Correo Electrónico)________________________________________________________

Spouse (Cónyugue) (or other adult),( u otro adulto) Name/Nombre: First/Primer Middle/Medio Last/Apellido _________ ____________ ________________

Date of Birth (Fecha de Nacimiento del Cónyugue)____________________________________

Maiden Name (Nombre de Soltera)________________________________________________

Occupation (Oficio): ___________________________________________________________

Email(Correo Electrónico)______________________________________

Marital Status: (Please Circle): Single Married Separated Divorced(Estado Civil) (Soltero/a) (Casado/a) (Separado/a) (Divorciado/a)____________________________________________________________________________________

Address (Dirección) ____________________________________________________Apt___________City (Ciudad)____________ State (Estado)____________ Zip Code(Código Postal) ______________________________________________________________________________ ___

Telephones (Teléfonos) Home(Hogar)______________ Cell(Cellular)_______________

Business Telephone (Teléfono del Negocio) ________________________________________FAX ___________________________

Children (niños) (See oher side) (Ve la parte de atrás)

Would you like to receive Church Envelopes? Le gustaria recibir sobres de la Iglesia? Yes/Si No

How did you find Blessed Trinity? Como encontró Santisima Trinidad?Rev. July 2017

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Children (Niños) (Por Favor Imprima) Nombre: Fecha de Nacimiento

1. First/Primer Middle/Medio Last/Apellido Date of Birth ________________ __________________ ________________ _____________ 2. First/Primer Middle/Medio Last/Apellido Date of Birth

________________ __________________ ________________ _____________ 3. First/Primer Middle/Medio Last/Apellido Date of Birth ________________ __________________ ________________ _____________

4. First/Primer Middle/Medio Last/Apellido Date of Birth

________________ __________________ ________________ _____________

5. First/Primer Middle/Medio Last/Apellido Date of Birth

________________ __________________ ________________ _____________

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Our Invitation to You to Join OurMinistries & Programs

Your Name

Phone Number

Please write down your family members names, phone numbers and indicate which ministries or programs you are interested in.

We will distribute this list to the appropriate contact person(s) and have them call you soon.

____________________________________________________________________ Name(s) Phone Number(s) Program/Ministry

Please bring this form to the Parish Office when you turn in your registration.

Or mail or fax to:

Blessed Trinity Catholic Church4545 Anderson Road

Orlando, Florida 32812Telephone: 407-277-1702 - Fax: 407-277-1973

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