St. Christopher
Catholic Church 12001 SE Federal Hwy, Hobe Sound, FL 33455
772-546-5150, office 772-546-8820, fax [email protected] Website: www.stchrishs.com
Very Rev. Aidan Hynes, V.F., Pastor James Parrilli, Deacon
Office Hours Monday thru Friday, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
September 24, 2017
St. Christopher Catholic Church
Please Remember St. Christopher Parish In Your Will
Saturday, September 23, 2017
3:30 PM † Mary Dunn / † Gus Formato / † Adeline Peck / † Linda Masterpole
5:00 PM † Helen Duffy / / Special Intention / † Walter Jacobs /
Intention of Living and Deceased Members of the McDonough Family
Sunday, September 24, 2017
7:30 AM † Rev. Emmanuel Gardon / † Don and Jini McMenamin / Intention of Elizabeth Russell /
† People of St. Christopher
9:00 AM † The Charles and Sophie Lomangino Family / † Jack Heyer / † Mickey Daly / † Daniel Carrado
10:30 AM † Stanley Sonntag / † The Schaefgen and Hill Families / † Michael Dudziak / † Matthew Prior
Monday, September 25, 2017
9:00 AM † Dorothy Tocci / † James Daly / † Patricia Ann Warch / Intention of The Kroen Family
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
9:00 AM † Mary C. Collins / † William C. Tracey / † Sam Welch / † Howard Illig
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
9:00 AM † Leo and Alfred DiMonda / † Virginia B. Tierney / † David Van Lenten /
Intention of Mariner Sands Prayer Group
Thursday, September 28, 2017
9:00 AM † Barbara Borsom / † Frank and Joan Faughnan / † Jack Heyer / Intention of Bea Michaud
Friday, September 29, 2017
9:00 AM † Robert & Vivian Rogers / † Mary Ellen Pfaff / † Oswaldo Hernandez / † Louise Hillock
Saturday, September 30, 2017
3:30 PM † Patricia Ann Houlihan / † Adeline Peck / † Charles C. Asaro / † Dolores Redefer
5:00 PM † Loretta and Frank J. Burgert / † Linda Masterpole / † Tucker Secrist / † Elly Leonard
Sunday, October 1, 2017
7:30 AM † Ralph Scheidt / † Sara Wohlfiel / † John Condon / † People of St. Christopher
9:00 AM † Nancy Kelson / † Mickey Daly / † Marie Dillon / Intention of Liam, Daniel and Drew Elizabeth
10:30 AM † Virginia B. Tierney / † Aurore Doremus / † Carol Weber / Intention of 62nd Anniversary
Altar Flowers In Memory of
Dr. Sylvia Shonkwiler
Sanctuary Candles The Parish Family of
St. Christopher
September 24, 2017
First Reading, Isaiah 55:6-9 God's ways are far beyond the ways of human beings.
Responsorial Psalm, Psalm 145:2-3,8-9,17-18 God is near to those who call upon him.
Second Reading, Philippians 1:20c-24,27a Paul tells the Philippians to live for Christ.
Gospel Reading, Matthew 20:1-16 In the parable of the workers in the vineyard, Jesus teaches about God's generous mercy.
In today's Gospel, Jesus moves from Galilee to teach in Judea where he is sought out by great crowds
and tested by the Pharisees on issues such as marriage and divorce. Jesus also encounters a rich young man who is unable to accept Jesus' demand that he leave his possessions to follow him. Jesus' response to the rich young man sounds very much like the conclusion we will find in today's Gospel: the first will be last and the last will be first.
On the surface, the parable of the workers in the vineyard appears to be an offense to common sense. Those who work a longer day ought to be paid more than those who work just an hour or two. When viewed in this way, the landowner seems unfair. That is because we are reading into the parable our own preconceived notions of how fairness and equality should be quantified.
A close read shows us that the landowner paid on the terms that were negotiated. The landowner, it seems, has acted completely justly. The parable goes beyond that, however, and we come to see that the landowner is not simply just, he is exceptionally just. He is radically just. He has given those who labored in the field for a full day their due pay. But he has also given a full-day's wage to those who worked only a single hour. No one is cheated, but a few receive abundantly from the landowner just as we receive from God more than what is merely justifiable or due. God, like the landowner, is radically just and abundantly generous. The workers who complain are made to look foolish as they lament the fact that landowner has made all workers equal. Indeed, what more could one ask for than to be treated as an equal at work or anywhere else?
The parable reminds us that although God owes us nothing, he offers abundantly and equally. We are occasionally tempted to think that our own actions deserve more reward, more of God's abundant mercy, than the actions of others. But God's generosity cannot be quantified or partitioned into different amounts for different people. When we think that way, we are trying to relate to God on our terms rather than to accept God's radically different ways.
The Lord is near to all who call upon him.
Background on the Gospel Reading
Adults: Which has deepened your faith more – being treated justly or being treated with love and care? Who needs you to treat them with care this week?
Children: When have you been very fair? When have you been very generous? Which felt better?
St. Christopher Catholic Church
Council of Catholic Women
Our first meeting of the season was very well attended. We welcomed 2 new members and hope to have more of you attending next month. Our donations of non perishables was over the top. We know it was because of Irma since many of us stacked up on them. Box of Joy info was well received thank you David Nagy.
Our first winner of the 30 week club is Rosemary Bailey. Congratulations. We thank all of you who are supporting our fund raising efforts.
Check the bulletin board outside the hospitality room for current information regarding the Council of Catholic Women.
Singles Group!!! Meetings are on Mondays at 4:00pm in the Hospitality Room.
The first meeting was successful and we hope more people will
join us next Monday, September 25th.
Please note the change in rooms… we are moving to the Hospitality Room.
If you would like more information, please contact Lois at 772-341-4654.
Dollars and Sense “Give to the Most High as He has given to you, generously, according to your means.”
~ Sirach 35: 7 - 9
Offertory, September 16 & 17 ········································································································ $13,629.00
Last year ······································································································································10,746.00 Please note… last week’s offertory included envelopes for the cancelled Masses of September 9 & 10.
Hurricane Harvey Relief Collection, September 16 & 17 Donations are still coming in, the total received will be reported in next week’s bulletin.
This Week’s Second Collection, September 23 & 24
The second collection will be the customary end of month collection for St. Vincent de Paul.
Next Week’s Second Collection, September 30 & October 1 The second collection will be for Hurricane Irma Relief, see notice below.
Hurricane Irma Relief Collection
The United States Bishop's Conference has asked that a special Hurricane Irma Relief Collection be taken up in all parishes across the nation. The proceeds of this collection will be shared with Catholic Charities USA (for relief work in Florida and the Florida Keys) and Catholic Relief Services (for relief work in the islands of the Caribbean.)
As already announced, this collection will be taken up here at St. Christopher's the weekend of September 30 and October 1. It will replace the second collection scheduled for that weekend - (major maintenance). The envelope with remain the same.
Bible Study: The Books of Kings, presented by Eric Wolf Our class, which meets for 1½ hours on Wednesdays (9:30 a.m. or 7:00 p.m.) from September 13 through December 13, is taught by Mr. Eric Wolf. Please register in advance at the parish office so that we may have an adequate amount of commentaries on hand. Cost of Commentary, $7.00.
September 24, 2017
Knights of Columbus Our final dinner of the summer season will be held Saturday
September 30th. On the menu – chicken parmesan! Tickets will be on sale this weekend after all the Masses.
Bring family and friends, and make new friends at the dinner!
Bishop Barbarito, Prayer for Protection from Storms
God our Father, Creator of the Universe and Lord over all creation, we humbly stand
before you as your children in thanksgiving for your loving care and protection.
We ask that you keep us safe from all hurricanes which may threaten us in the
coming seasons. Protect us from all fear and anxiety of storms and give us an ardent trust
and hope in Your love and mercy.
You alone have the power to command the sea, the wind and the rain.
You alone bring peace, calm, and safety.
Father, we thank you in advance, for you are our only Refuge. We ask this through Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with you and
the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Queen of the Apostles, and Patroness of our Diocese, pray for us.
The Knights of Columbus seek your support!
Saturday, November 11th is our Father Manning Memorial Golf Outing at Heritage Ridge Golf Course $85.00 per golfer single entry or $310.00 per foursome.
Entry fee includes: Greens Fees, Cart, Continental Breakfast, Awards, and a Deluxe Hot Luncheon Buffet.
Please see the entry forms and sponsor forms for complete information. Forms can be found on the tables by the church doors.
Again this year is a Ladies Division… so come on out Lady Golfers!!!
Golfers and Sponsors still needed to make this, our most important fundraiser of the year, a success. If you aren't’ able to play, but still want to help… please consider becoming a sponsor or a patron.
For additional information on becoming a sponsor, a patron, or to register, Please contact Pete Brennan at 772-529-9127.
The Knights are sincerely grateful for the generosity of our fellow parishioners!
For additional information, please contact All Saints School at 561-748-8994.
Parish Contacts
Bishop Barbarito, Prayer for Protection from Storms
God our Father, Creator of the Universe and Lord over all creation, we humbly stand before you as your children in thanksgiving for your loving care and protection.
We ask that you keep us safe from all hurricanes which may threaten us in the coming seasons. Protect us from all fear and anxiety of storms and give us an ardent trust and hope in
Your love and mercy.
You alone have the power to command the sea, the wind and the rain. You alone bring peace, calm, and safety.
Father, we thank you in advance, for you are our only Refuge. We ask this through Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Queen of the Apostles, and Patroness of our Diocese, pray for us.
St. Christopher Staff Rev. Aidan Hynes, Pastor James Parrilli, Deacon
Mary Stevens, Office Manager Diane Busch, Parish Bookkeeper Kathy Wildes, Parish Secretary
Bernadette Lindell, Director of Music Ministry Susan Kirch, Coordinator of Religious Education
Bobby Duhon, Custodian William Busch, Maintenance
(772) 546-5150
St. Christopher Choir Bernadette Lindell, Director (561) 308-3724
Rehearsals on Thursday at 7:00pm (Oct. thru May) in the Hospitality Room
Religious Education
Sue Kirch, Coordinator of Religious Education [email protected] (772) 546-5150
St. Vincent de Paul
Financial Assistance Office (772) 546-2492 Monday thru Friday, 9 AM to 12 PM
Thrift Shop (772) 546-5070 Monday thru Saturday 9 AM to 12 PM
St. Christopher Men’s Ministry Deacon Jim Parrilli / Bill Flynn,
Meets Saturday mornings at 7:30am in the Hospitality Room. Call the parish office for info.
Bible Study
As scheduled seasonally, watch the bulletin. Eric Wolf, (772) 932-7969
Ken and Connie Ziesman, (772) 463-0858
Bingo Every Wednesday, doors open at 11:00 AM
and play starts at 12:30 PM in the Parish Hall
Diocesan Cemetery
Our Lady Queen of Peace, (561) 793-0711
Rosary Group Monday thru Friday at 8:30 AM in the Church
Charismatic Prayer Group Ken & Connie Ziesman, (772) 463-0858
Tuesday 9:30 AM in the Hospitality Room
Legion of Mary Sandra Johnson, (561) 729-3104
Wednesday 9:30 AM in the Hospitality Room
Christ Child Society Elizabeth McIntyre, (772) 463-0405
Meets the second Monday each month at 10:00 AM in the Hospitality Room - October thru March
Knights of Columbus David Nagy, Grand Knight (772) 834-7917
Meetings 1st Tuesday each month, 7:30 PM in the Parish Hall.
James F. Collins, F.I.C., Benefits Advisor, (772) 546-9910
Council of Catholic Women Roxy LaChance, President,
Meetings the 2nd Tuesday each month, Sept thru May, 1 PM in the Parish Hall
Home Bound Ministry Kathy Wildes, Director (772) 546-5150
Compliance (Protecting God’s Children & Vulnerable Adults)
Kathy Wildes, Administrator (772) 546-5150
Nursing Home Ministry Saturday, 10am at the Manors of
Hobe Sound Please call, (772) 546-5150
Parish Contacts
St. Christopher Staff Mary Stevens, Office Manager
Diane Busch, Parish Bookkeeper Kathy Wildes, Parish Secretary
(772) 546-5150
St. Christopher Choir Bernadette Lindell, Director
(561) 308-3724
Religious Education Sue Kirch, Coordinator of Religious Education
[email protected] (772) 546-5150
St. Vincent de Paul
Financial Assistance Office (772) 546-2492
Monday thru Friday, 9 AM to 12 PM
Thrift Shop (772) 546-5070 Monday thru Saturday
9 AM to 12 PM
St. Christopher Men’s Ministry Deacon Jim Parrilli,
Meets Saturday mornings at 7:30am in the Parish Office. Call
the parish office for info.
Bible Study
As scheduled seasonally, watch the bulletin.
Eric Wolf, (772) 932-7969 Ken and Connie Ziesman
(772) 463-0858
Bingo
Every Wednesday, doors open at 11:00 AM and play starts at 12:30
PM in the Parish Hall
Diocesan Cemetery Our Lady Queen of Peace
(561) 793-0711
Rosary Group Monday thru Friday
8:30 AM in the Church
Charismatic Prayer Group
Ken & Connie Ziesman (772) 463-0858
Tuesday 9:30 AM in the Hospitality Room
Legion of Mary
Sandra Johnson (561) 729-3104
Wednesday 9:30 AM in the Hospitality Room
Christ Child Society
Elizabeth McIntyre, (772) 463-0405 Meets the second Monday each month at 10:00 AM In the Hospitality Room
October thru March
Knights of Columbus David Nagy, Grand Knight
(772) 834-7917 Meetings 1st Tuesday each month,
7:30 PM in the Parish Hall. James F. Collins, F.I.C.,
Benefits Advisor, (772) 546-9910
Council of Catholic Women
Roxy LaChance, President, Meetings the 2nd Tuesday
each month, Sept thru May, 1 PM in the Parish Hall
Home Bound Ministry Kathy Wildes, Director
772-546-5150
Nursing Home Ministry Saturday, 10am at the Manors of
Hobe Sound Please call, 772-546-5150
Religious Education Coordinator: Susan Kirch 772-546-5150 [email protected]
September 24 Class
October 1 Class Confirmation Parent meeting
October 8 Class First Communion Parent Meeting
Reminder: Class is from 10 am until 11:30am, please be on time.
Welcome back! Our first week of classes went very well. We opened with gathering prayer with families, catechists and students. Thank you to catechists for welcoming students to a new year.
Thank you to our office staff who worked so hard to complete registrations and see to the needs of the classes.
Confirmation Parents please note that your meeting is on October 1st. We will meet in the front area of the Religious Education Building as soon as the Gathering Prayer is finished. Parents and students will attend the
meeting. Our first Confirmation class was a success. Students have already begun to think about the requirements for Confirmation. Parents will learn of these and be able to help the students make some
important decisions.
Please remember that parents must come for students at the end of class. Parents are also asked to watch for students who may be waiting outside instead of coming in for gathering prayer and class. We must all work
together to make this a successful program.
This Week's 5 Questions:
1. Where were the apostles on Pentecost ( what city)? 2. Who was the father of Leah?
3. Who was in charge of giving out bread and food in Egypt during the famine? 4. Where in Matthew will you find the Lord's Prayer?
5. Who did Jesus see under a fig tree?
Last Week’s 5 Questions:
1. How much silver did Judas receive to betray Jesus? 30 pieces (Matthew 26:14-15) 2. Which prophet in the Old Testament had a dream about four beasts? Daniel (Daniel 7)
3. Who was it who took Paul's letters to Philemon? Onesimus (Colossians 4:7-9 4. Which of the twins, Esau or Jacob, was the first born? Esau ( Genesis 25:26)
5. What was the occupation of Cornelius? Centurion (Acts 10:1)
