December 28, 2014 702 Valley Forge Blvd. Sun City Center, FL 33573 (813) 634-2328 (813) 633-6670 fax www.popcc.org M A S S S C HE DU L E DAILY MASS: 8:00 a.m. SATURDAY VIGIL: 4:00 p.m. Church 4:00 p.m. Conesa Center SUNDAY: 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 noon C ONFESSIONS Monday—Friday: 7:30 a.m. Saturday: 8:30 a.m. & 3:00 p.m. W H A T ’ S I N S I DE Letter from the Pastor Page 4 Around the Parish Pages 6-9 Around the Diocese Page 10 Stewardship Page 11 Ministry Contacts Pages Page 13 Please scan the QR code with your smartphone to learn more about our parish community. The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH 2 MASS INTENTIONS DECEMBER 28, 2014 READINGS FOR THE WEEK Sunday, December 28 8:00 a.m. † Janice Shangraw Requested by: Robert Shangraw 10:00 a.m. † Patricia Miron Requested by: Jerome Miron 12:00 p.m. † Eleanor Vilinsky Requested by: Vilinsky and Meyer families Monday, December 29 8:00 a.m. † Brian Conway Requested by: Mom, Ann Tuesday, December 30 8:00 a.m. † Joseph Cianciolo 2nd Anv. Requested by: Jane Cianciolo Wednesday, December 31 8:00 a.m. † Mary L. McCullagh Requested by: Jim McCullagh 4:00 p.m. † Farah Berhardt Requested by: Charles & Phyllis Silk Thursday, January 1 8:00 a.m. † Annetta Cottet & Anna Henrrick Requested by: The Johnson Family 10:00 a.m. Parishioners of Prince of Peace 12:00 p.m. † Dale Lorio Requested by: Noel & Marguerite Daigle Friday, January 2 8:00 a.m. † Sam Visconti Requested by: Jane Visconti MON., DECEMBER 29 1 John 2:3-11; Ps 96:1-6; Luke 2:22-35 TUE., DECEMBER 30 1 John 2:12-17; Ps 96:7-10; Luke 2:36-40 WED., DECEMBER 31 1 John 2:18-21; Ps 96:1-13; John 1:1-18 THU., JANUARY 1 Num 6:22-27; Ps 67:1-8; Gal 4:4-7; Luke 2:16-21 FRI., JANUARY 2 1 John 2:22-28; Ps 98:1-4; John 1:19-28 SAT., JANUARY 3 1 John 2:29-3:6; Ps 98:1-6; John 1:29-34 SUN., JANUARY 4 Sir 24:1-16; Ps 147:12-20; Eph 1:3-18; John 1:1-18 SAINTS & SPECIAL OBSERVANCES MON., DEC 29 Saint Thomas Becket WED., DEC 31 Saint Sylvester I, Pope THU., JAN 1 Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God FRI., JAN 2 Saints Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen SAT., JAN 3 The Most Holy Name of Jesus SUN., JAN 4 The Epiphany of the Lord 2014 CHRISTMAS FLOWERS The name of your memorial will be listed on our website along with your name. www.popcc.org/flowers THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH P ARISH O FFICE H OURS Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (closed from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.) Saturday: 8:30 a.m. —11:30 a.m. MASS SCHEDULE D AILY M ASS : 8:00 a.m. SATURDAY VIGIL: 4:00 p.m. Church 4:00 p.m. Conesa Center S UNDAY: 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., & 12:00 Noon CONFESSIONS Monday through Friday: 7:30 a.m. Saturday: 8:30 a.m. & 3:00 p.m. D E VOT I O N S Following the 8:00 a.m. Daily Mass First Monday: St. Michael of the Saints Other Mondays: St. Peregrine Thursday: Miraculous Medal Novena Friday: Divine Mercy Chaplet 3 DECEMBER 28, 2014 C L E RG Y Father Joel M. Kovanis..….……………..…. Pastor [email protected] Father Augustine Mailadiyil………… Parochial Vicar [email protected] Father Robert H. Young.......................... Assisting Deacon Matt Shirina [email protected] A D M IN IS T R AT IVE S TAF F Karen Fernandez-Valentine......................Office Assistant [email protected] Gabriel Pantojas............Coordinator of Communications [email protected] Maureen Vilcheck…………………...Business Manager [email protected] P AS TO R AL S TAF F ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Lorna Carter………...………………...RCIA Facilitator [email protected] Each Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Diane Cerulli.......................Evangelization & Stewardship In the event a funeral is scheduled on Wednesday, Adoration [email protected] will begin immediately following the funeral. Pamela Hadden……………...……....Pastoral Outreach [email protected] ANOINTING OF THE SICK Every First Monday of the month during the 8:00 a.m. Keith Rasmussen…………………...Music Coordinator [email protected] Mass. Please call the parish office to sign up. MISSION STATEMENT Prince of Peace Catholic Church is a welcoming Catholic community rich in diversity and culture. United by our love of God and one another, we come together to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ, foster mutual love and spiritual growth, and provide outreach to the community by sharing our time, talent, and treasure. We strive to grow in faith through our celebration of the sacraments of the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church. WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS We extend a warm welcome to those who are visiting our parish for the first time. If you are new to the area and are looking for a parish to call home, we welcome you! Contact the parish office to register as a parishioner. F ACIL IT IE S Bryan Mando........................................Facilities Supervisor [email protected] Slobodan Bogdan Jeff Bunker Marguerita Esteva Lucio Rodriguez O NLINE C ATHOLIC R ESOURCES Prince of Peace Catholic Church: www.popcc.org Diocese of St. Petersburg: www.dosp.org Florida Catholic Conference: www.flaccb.org United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB): www.usccb.org Vatican: www.vatican.va PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH 4 DECEMBER 28, 2014 Letter From The Pastor Dear Parishioners, During the holy Christmas octave we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. The family is where progress in the Christian life, the way of ordinary holiness, finds its raw material. Whether we choose to respond to grace - and develop the eyes to see, ears to hear, and hearts to accept the hidden invitations to learn to love beneath the surface of that daily living - is all wrapped up in the mystery of human freedom. Our choices not only affect the world around us, they make us become the people we are. This upcoming year is a very special one for us as Catholics. The 8th World Meeting of Families will take place in Philadelphia, September 22-27 and Pope Francis is expected to attend. The theme of the gathering is, “Love Is Our Mission: The Family Fully Alive.” Families from around the world will come together for prayer, speakers, celebrations, and activities. The 10 months prior to the World Meeting of Families have been assigned 10 themes based the 10 chapters of the Preparatory Catechesis Love is Our Mission: The Family Fully Alive. The theme for December 2014 has been: The Mission of Love - God works through us. We have a mission. We are in the world for a purpose — to receive God’s love and to show God’s love to others. God seeks to heal a broken universe. He asks us to be his witnesses and helpers in that work. Look for information in the new year about opportunities for catechesis that will allow us to grow in our love and appreciation of the family that is at the heart of who we are as a people and community. Thank you to parishioners Minda Cameron, Shirley Chaban, Anita Farney, Karen Fernandez-Valentine, Fulvia Fiorani, Ann Marie Kirker, Dolores Korolevich, Patrick Lonegan, Norma Shively and Louise Wagner who have helped to decorate the Church and Conesa Center for Christmas. We appreciate their good work to honor our Lord. May the Holy Family of Nazareth keep you and your families in love – Father Kovanis SOLEMNITY OF MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION MASS SCHEDULE Wednesday, December 31st: 4:00 p.m. (Vigil) Thursday, January 1st: 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. Prayers PARISH PRAYER LINE IN MEMORIAM Bernard DeLeo and all of the souls of the faithful departed. If you or a loved one are ill or awaiting surgery, contact our Parish Prayer Line so that our priests and parishioners can pray for your intentions. (813) 634-2328 PRAYING FOR THOSE SERVING OUR COUNTRY Sgt. Jed Booth, LCDR Paul Bures, Brady Cunningham, Sgt. Bradley Doneth, Tommy Engel, 1st Lt. Arthur Gibford, Spc 5 Kyle Goss, LtCmdr. James J. Harkins V, Shawn Michael Hunter, Pvt. Marvin Tekaia-Jacobs, Chf. Ptty. Offcr. Josh Kuhn, SPC Brian McPhillips, Pvt. Jonathan Munas, Cpt. Robert Rochford, SPC John Shannon, Pvt. Austin Thibodeaux, Nathan Woodeshick, Edward Zimmerman, 2nd Lt. Kyle Treece THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH 5 DECEMBER 28, 2014 Happening This Week PARISH OFFICE MONDAY, DECEMBER 29 7:30 a.m. Confessions Church 9:00 a.m. Carmelite Formation Library 9:15 a.m. Charismatic Prayer Group Room 5 12:00 p.m. Bunka Class AND CONESA CENTER In observance of the New Year holiday, the parish office and Conesa Center will be closed on Thursday, January 1st. We will reopen on Friday, January 2nd at 8:30 a.m. Rooms 9 & 10 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30 7:30 a.m. Confessions Church 9:00 a.m. Carmelite Formation Library 10:00 a.m. St. Vincent de Paul Assistance Program Rooms 5 & 6 Pray for our Priests Father Henry L. Hemmerling DEC 29 Father Gerald Hendry WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 Father Richard C. Hermes 7:30 a.m. Confessions Church 8:30 a.m. Adoration Church Father Ramón Hernández 3:00 p.m. Benediction Church Father Joseph M. Hertel 4:00 p.m. Vigil Mass (Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God) Church DEC 30 DEC 31 Father Paul Hervey Msgr. Laurence E. Higgins THURSDAY, JANUARY 1 JAN 1 Father Stanley Holland OFFICE AND CONESA CENTER CLOSED Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God 8:00 a.m. Mass Church 10:00 a.m. Mass Church 12:00 p.m. Mass Church Father Dennis E. Hughes JAN 2 Father Eric Hunter Father Douglas Hypolite JAN 3 FRIDAY, JANUARY 2 9:00 a.m. Carmelite Formation Father Ralph Intranuovo Library SATURDAY, JANUARY 3 NO FAITH FORMATION CLASS Father George M. Iregi JAN 4 Msgr. Patrick Irwin PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH 6 DECEMBER 28, 2014 Around the Parish Footprints of God Bible Study LIGHTHOUSE CATHOLIC MEDIA Holy Land movie on Mary “Mother of God,” led by Steve Ray in brilliant photography. Our next session will take place on Wednesday, December 31st, 9:00-10:30 a.m. in Room 1 of the Conesa Center. 1. The Daughter of Zion becomes the Mother of God. 2. The Doorway. 3. Mary, the Mother of the Church. Our Lenten Mission (February 23-25, 2015) will be presented by Ken Yasinski. He is the founder of Face to Face Ministries, a Lighthouse Catholic Media Speaker, author, and songwriter. SAVE THE DATE! 4. Mary, the Queen of Heaven: Pentecost. Advance Reading: The Gospel of Luke, chapters 1 & 2; the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 2. Informative notes provided before and discussion hosted afterwards for those interested. Film length 85 minutes. For more information, please contact Albert Baxley at (813) 634-4326. CATECHISM CORNER Article 437: To the shepherds, the angel announced the birth of Jesus as the Messiah promised to Israel: "To you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord."32 From the beginning he was "the one whom the Father consecrated and sent into the world", conceived as "holy" in Mary's virginal womb.33 God called Joseph to "take Mary as your wife, for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit", so that Jesus, "who is called Christ", should be born of Joseph's spouse into the messianic lineage of David.34 32 Lk 2:11. 33 Jn 10:36; cf. Lk 1:35. 34 Mt 1:20; cf. 1:16; Rom 1:1; 2 Tim 2:8; Rev 22:16. English translation of the Catechism of the Catholic Church for the United States of America copyright © 1994, United States Catholic Conference, Inc. —Liberia Editrice Vaticana. English translation of the Catechism of the Catholic Church: Modifications from the Editio Typica copyright © 1997, United States Catholic Many religions make contrasting claims about Jesus. Even different Christian denominations can’t decide what they believe. So how do we know what’s true? In this talk, Ken Yasinski gets the heart of the issue by looking at what Jesus said about Himself and the impact this has on us. Tuesday Movie The weekly Tuesday Movie will take a short break during the holiday season. The movies will return on Tuesday, January 13th. More information on the next movie will be included in upcoming bulletins. THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH 7 DECEMBER 28, 2014 Around the Parish The winter session of the Bereavement Support Group will begin on Thursday, January 22, 1:00 p.m., continuing for eight-weeks in the Conesa Center. This support group is based on the teachings of the Catholic Church. It is completely confidential and will cover topics such as the spiritual elements of grief and healing, surviving stress and loneliness, and working through anger and confusion. The group size will be limited to 10 people. Registration is now open for those who have lost a loved one. If you were part of a bereavement group in the past, but feel you need a refresher course; this is a good opportunity for reaffirmation. The facilitators for this group are Mary Ann Fitzpatrick and Tom English. For more information or to register, contact the parish office. I can’t stop the rain from falling but I can wait it out with you until it does. I am here for you. Anonymous March for Life St. Augustine Join people from Florida and South Georgia for the March for Life in St. Augustine on Saturday, January 17, 2015. The March is for anyone of any faith who believes in the sanctity of human life! The Office of Life Ministry will be offering a bus trip for the cost of $40/person Boxed lunch and drinks provided. Buses will be picking up at Nativity Catholic Church, Brandon 6:30-7:00 a.m. and returning 7:00-8:00 p.m. Registration information and itinerary are available under Upcoming Events at www.life.dosp.org, by contacting the Office of Life Ministry at 727-344-1611 or at www.popcc.org. Fill the Bus! PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH 8 DECEMBER 28, 2014 Around the Parish Traveling Chalice Council of Catholic Women MEETING: This week Anthony and Patricia Gerbino receive the chalice into their home. If you are interested in hosting the chalice and praying for vocations to the Priesthood and religious life, please contact Tom & Bonnie Cummings at (813) 633-6979. THURSDAY, JANUARY 8, 2015 (Please note this is the second Thursday of January.) Join us in church for Mass at 8:00 a.m., followed by a light breakfast and meeting in the Conesa Center. Volunteer Needed If you are interested in volunteering as an Outreach Eucharistic Minister at the new St. Joseph Hospital South, please contact the parish office, 634-2328, before Monday, 1/12/15. The Prince of Peace Council of Catholic Women will honor our Patroness, Our Blessed Lady, at our January meeting when distinguished Toastmaster Tom Cummings will present, “Lessons from our Lady”, sharing her story and her influence on his life. What a marvelous way to kick start the New Year. Why not plan to join us for the 30 minute presentation? Receiving Communion In our meeting business portion, the Nominating Committee for our upcoming election will be announced. While in the Hospital For additional information, please contact Lynn at (941) 723-8431. While in the hospital, if you wish to receive communion or have a priest visit, you must tell registration and your nurse that you are a Catholic. Due to privacy acts this information is not made available unless permission is given beforehand by the patient. PAPER RECYCLING COLLECTION WEEKEND, JANUARY 3RD/4TH DO WE HAVE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS? What about your new cell phone number? Please help us keep our parish records as current as possible by updating your contact information in one of the following ways: Send us an Email with any changes in name, address, additional phone numbers and we will update our data base immediately. Email: [email protected] Stop by the Parish Office and fill out a change form at the front desk THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE ! THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH 9 DECEMBER 28, 2014 Around the Parish Fellowship Sunday Join us on Sunday, January 4th after all Masses. This Fellowship Sunday is graciously hosted by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. APA Donor Thank You Reception Prince of Peace would like to thank all of the parishioners who contributed to the 2014 Annual Pastoral Appeal with a pizza lunch on Thursday, January 29th, at noon. Please R.S.V.P. to Karen by January 22nd to let her know that you will be attending. Wounded Warriors and Veterans Formal Military Ball - No Prior Military Service Required Sponsored by The 4th Degree Knights of Columbus January 30, 2015 at the Conesa Center Guest of Honor and Speaker– Wounded Warrior SSG Justin Lansford US Army Ret. - SSG Lansford has appeared on Good Morning America, Fox News, CNN, and various Atlanta stations. Social hour - 4:00 p.m. Posting of Colors - 5:00 p.m. Dinner - 5:10 p.m. Entertainment and Dancing - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Music by the St. Dennis Variety Band Price $50 per person. Reserve a table or individual seats. For tickets call Val Korolevich at 813-938-3205 or Mike McCluskey at 813-634-8381. BULLETIN SUBMISSION Does your ministry, group, or organization have an event coming up soon? Would you like a notice printed in our weekly bulletin? Please contact Gabriel Pantojas in the parish office for more information on the updated procedures: (813) 634-2328 or [email protected] PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH 10 DECEMBER 28, 2014 Around the Diocese Family: The First House of Formation The Diocesan Vocation Enrichment Team would like to invite all who are interested in promoting vocation awareness to a special workshop. Family: The First House of Formation Saturday, January 17, 2015, 8:00 am - 1:30 pm Bethany Center (18150 Bethany Center Drive, Lutz) Cost: Free! (Continental Breakfast and Lunch provided) Keynote Speaker: Rev. Alfredo Hernandez, Dean of Pastoral Formation, St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary. For registration, visit www.popcc.org/vocations-workshop Contact Heidi Varley, Administrative Assistant, Office of Vocations with any questions at [email protected] or 727-345-3452. Honoring Couples The Jubilee Mass of Thanksgiving with Bishop Robert Lynch honoring couples throughout the diocese who will celebrate 25, 50 or more years of marriage during 2015 will take place at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle on Sunday, February 8, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. If you wish to attend, please contact the parish office. Registration must be received by Tuesday, January 20, 2015. Blessing of a Christmas Manger or Nativity Scene God of every nation and people, from the very beginning of creation you have made manifest your love: when our need for a Savior was great you sent your Son to be born of the Virgin Mary. To our lives he brings joy and peace, justice, mercy, and love. Lord, bless all who look upon this manger; may it remind us of the humble birth of Jesus, and raise our thoughts to him, who is God-with-us and Savior of all, and who lives and reigns forever and ever. R/.Amen. -From "Catholic Household Blessings & Prayers" THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH 11 DECEMBER 28, 2014 STEWARDSHIP Financial Report Due to the holidays, the offertory for the weekends of December 20/21, December 27/28 and January 3/4 will be published in the bulletin of January 10/11, 2015. Did you know that you can participate in the Sunday collection through giving online? You can give in a number of ways: through automatic draft from your bank account and/or via major credit cards. We accept: It's fast, easy, and secure! For more information visit our website www.popcc.org or contact Maureen in the parish office at 634-2328 or [email protected]. FOOD PANTRY COLLECTION WEEKEND, DEC 3RD/4TH Please make checks payable to: Our Lady’s Pantry Open BEFORE and AFTER all Masses. Located just inside the main entrance of the church. Did you know that Prince of Peace sends out a weekly e-mail newsletter each Friday? Not receiving ‘The Weekender’? Contact Gabriel Pantojas in the parish office to make sure we have your current email address on file: (813) 634-2328 PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH 12 DECEMBER 28, 2014 WORSHIP Today’s Music Readings are found on page 72 of Ignatius Pew Missal; the sung Mass parts are found in the Mass cards located in the pew rack. Gathering Hymn St. Michael Hymnal, # 600 Joy to the World Responsorial Psalm Ignatius Pew Missal, p. 51 Psalm 128 Acclamation Ignatius Pew Missal, p. 52 Gifts St. Michael Hymnal, #702 INTERESTED IN JOINING THE CHOIR? Once in Royal David’s City Communion St. Michael Hymnal, #691 Of the Father’s Love Begotten Going Forth Bulletin, Greet Now the Swiftly Changing Year Please contact Keith Rasmussen, Coordinator of Music and Organist (813) 634-2328 -or- [email protected] THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH 13 DECEMBER 28, 2014 MINISTRY CONTACTS Charismatic Prayer Group: Mondays, 9:15 a.m. Tom Vormwald, (813) 633-3479 Choir: Keith Rasmussen, (813) 634-2328 Cord Rosary Makers: First Monday of the Month, 1:00 p.m. Mary M., (813) 633-3974 Mary A., (813) 633-0537 Council of Catholic Women (CCW): First Thursday (September through April) Lynn Witmer, (941) 723-8431 Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist: Contact the Parish Office (813) 634-2328 Gift Shop: Contact the Parish Office (813) 634-2328 Greeters: Contact the Parish Office (813) 634-2328 Interfaith Council: Reggie Montagna, (813) 633-0412 Lectors: Diane King, (813) 633-3083 Librarian: Evelyn Cagney, (813) 634-2328 Marian Prayer Group: First Wednesday after 8:00 a.m. Mass Vicky Molnar, (813) 642-0252 Native American Ministry: Maureen Biebrich, (813) 215-8813 Paper Recycling: Jim Goss, (813) 938-3579 Peace Needlers: Marilyn Goodwin, (813) 633-1546 Dottie Elfers, (813) 642-0081 Prayer Line: Contact the Parish Office (813) 634-2328 Prison Ministry: Every Third Friday of the Month Sharon Whiddon, (813) 385-5492 Processors: Contact the Parish Office (813) 634-2328 Respect Life: Contact the Parish Office (813) 634-2328 Servers & Sacristans: Fulvia Fiorani, (813) 938-5067 Stewardship Committee: Dee Sleziak, (813) 633-9270 Ushers: Mike McCluskey, (813) 634-8381 Wire Rosary Makers: First Wednesday of the Month, 1:00 p.m. Ann Conway, (813) 922-4061 Benedictine Oblates: Joan Sullivan, (813) 633-3917 Charlie Silk, (813) 633-2081 Hibiscus Council Bunka: Marjorie Vonderembse, (813) 633-0268 Discalced Secular Carmelites: Tricia Palmer, President, (941) 729-7871 Evelyn Cagney, Formation, (813) 634-5168 Irish Ancient Order of Hibernians: Third Monday of the Month LAOH—Colleen Walker, (813) 938-5476 AOH—Jim Harkins, (813) 633-0961 Knights of Columbus: Third Degree—John Armstrong, (813) 633-3805 Second Tuesday of the Month, 6:30 p.m. Fourth Degree—Val Korolevich, (813) 938-3205 Third Monday of the Month, 6:30 p.m. Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary Bonnie Cummings, (813) 633-6979 Saint Vincent de Paul Society (SVdP): Second Thursday of the Month Tom Connolly, [email protected] In Need of Assistance? Please call: (813) 385-6110 Secular Franciscans: First Friday beginning with 8:00 a.m. Mass Pat Wolfert, [email protected], (813) 210-5902
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