St. Michael Catholic Church ~”Church of the Fishermen” Est. 1917~ Rev. Gregory Barras, Pastor Alma Flick, Director of Music P.O. Box 523 177 First Street Biloxi, Mississippi 39530 Church Office: (228) 435-5578 Father Greg’s Mobile: (228) 297-2482 Website: www.stmichaelchurchbiloxi.com E-Mail: [email protected] Facebook: facebook.com/Stmichaelbiloxi Mass Schedule: Tuesday—Friday 8:00 AM Saturday Vigil 5:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM Saint Michael Catholic Church is a diverse, faith-filled community of ONE dedicated to the spiritual beliefs and strong family values that created the “Church of the Fishermen.” We inspire hope, praise and welcome! February 21st and 22nd February 14th and 15th Total Collections $ 3,112.30 WORDS FROM FR GREG: The season of Lent brings us to reflect, connect, and act. We believe in the Covenant, "You will be my people and I will be your God. I will place a natural heart in you and take away your stony hearts. I will forgive all your transgressions and forget your sins." This is God's non-negotiable, eternal love for us. Never again, will God destroy the earth with a flood. The updated Covenant is Jesus, God's son. This transformative love is visible through Jesus freely choosing through his passion, death, and Resurrection to love unconditionally. Like any relationship, you and I are asked, free will, to respond through forgiveness and visibly acting in love, charity toward our neighbor. Charity naturally occurs when we are transformed by unconditional love. Our hearts, souls are motivated, self-driven to give freely what we received freely. The spiritual antibiotic is seeking forgiveness of self and forgiving others. Like any antibiotic, we take it occasionally and the whole dosage Desire to name our sins, naming them in Reconciliation, being forgiven, and doing acts of charity because we desire to spread this life-giving love. Covenant prepares us for living. Jesus’ indwelling presence, the Holy Spirit, prepares us for life and for embracing evil in the world. Because we love, we are aware, alerted to, and strengthened to address what is hurtful and divisive and creates pain and destroys lives. We have the insight to speak to the truth that sets us free. Yes, this means we can suffer with, we can accept people not liking us or not fitting in with the group. We grow in our identity with life, with values, with a willingness to protect the dignity and respect of others. Lent is all about growing up, developing a conscience, willing to do the right thing for the GOOD of others. We grow in our awareness of others. We desire to act in ways that develop trust, honesty, compassion, forgiveness for the GOOD of others more than for getting my way, my thoughts, my control, my power. We can sacrifice (make holy) by living, being, and doing for others. This is how we continue to restore and renew our faith, our love, our ability to develop a conscience. IT IS IN GIVING THAT WE RECEIVE. GIVING WITH A WILLING HEART, A HEART DESIRING THE GOOD OF OTHERS. This will necessarily incur suffering and pain. Love embraces this willingly. What am I willing to do this Lent to grow up? What do I need to ask forgiveness for in order to desire to be a life giver, a healer, a deeper awareness and desire to do GOOD for others instead of being selfish and self-centered? Remember, fasting from selfishness and self-centeredness, seeking forgiveness and forgiving, and do acts of kindness. What a better world we create. What a better family we create. What a better community we create. DO I DESIRE??????? Upcoming Events: February 22: Lenten Study 2-3pm February 27: Stations of the Cross 6pm February 28: Loaves and Fishes March 1: Lenten Study 2-3pm March 6: Stations of the Cross 6pm March 13: Stations of the Cross 6pm March 15: St. Michael Gumbo Dinner March 20: Stations of the Cross 6pm March 27: Stations of the Cross 6pm March 28: Loaves and Fishes March 28: USM Choral Concert - 7pm SPIRITUAL LIFE Prayer Shawl Ministry 4th Saturday of each Month at 9:00am at DeMiller Hall Rosary 15 minutes before mass In the Chapel Choir Sundays 9:00am (prior to Mass) Scripture Study Wednesdays 6:00pm Discuss readings for following Sunday Adoration First Friday of month 9:00am-12:00 noon Mass Intentions Saturday February 21st +Michael Sekul Tue. Feb. 24th +Carroll and Anna Williams Wed. Feb. 25th +Peck and Ophelia Williams Thursday February 26th +Marion Williams Friday February 27th +Lou Broussard Saturday Feb. 28th +Mildred Wienienwitz MASS INTENTIONS: There are limited dates availa- ble on the church calendar to have masses said in memory of a loved one. Mass intentions are Tue. —Sat., excluding Holy Days. Please contact the office at 435-5578 to schedule Mass intentions. CONGRATULATIONS To some of our amazing teens here at St. Michael Bailey Stokes-MS Biloxi High School Andrew Champagne-Student of the month at St. Patrick Emily Cvitanovich-Hall of Fame at Biloxi High St. Michael $10,000 Giveaway If you need extra tickets or to turn in your Ticket stubs and money, you may do so before or after masses or call the church office 228-425-5578. Children's Liturgy Sundays during Mass HOPE AND PERSEVERANCE, A COMPANIONSHIP RETREAT FOR SINGLES AND COUPLES. SATURDAY MARCH 7TH FROM 8:00-11:00AM. AT ST. MICHAEL. CALL THE CHURCH OFFICE TO SIGN UP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. WE NEED TO ORDER SUPPLIES. Gumbo Dinner & Silent Auction Sunday, March 15th Please help out by donating auction items: Product & services from local businesses, gift cards & certificates. All donations are tax-deductible & greatly appreciated! Please call Cathy Miceli for more info . pickup: (228)209-1286. Thank you! Youth Concert, Prayer & Praise Music GROWING ST.MICHAEL. SPROUT AND BLOSSOM SEEDS IN THE EARTH AND SEEDS OF PRAYER FROM YOUR SOUL. REMEMBER TO PLANT YOUR SEEDS AND GROW DURING LENT. At St. Patrick High School on Saturday, March 14th at 7:30pm. Admission is $8.00 per person St. Michael Pastoral Council is currently seeking 6 new members. If you are interested is serving on the Pastoral Council, please call the church office for more information. PARISH INFORMATION Weekday Mass: Weekday Masses are now available Tuesday through Friday at 8:00am Illnesses and Emergencies: Do not be hesitant to call Father Greg’s cell phone, (228) 297-2482, to let him know if you are ill at home or in the hospital. He can visit with you, bring you the blessed Sacraments and pray with you. If you do not call, he cannot know to accomplish the above. Baptisms, Marriages: Call Father Greg at (228) 297-2482 to set up a time for preparation and then to set a date. Confessions: Saturdays 4:00 to 4:30pm prior to mass Or by appointment. Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Service Loaves & Fishes: On the 4th Saturday of every month St. Michael prepares and serves both breakfast and lunch, if you can volunteer please call the office 435-5578. Bethesda Free Clinic: 6900 Washington Ave. in Ocean Springs behind the Sheriff’s office. FREE medical care Monday through Thursday 9-12 and 1:30-4pm (first come, first served). FREE wellness counseling and critical dental care by appointment. Volunteers appreciated! (818-9191) www.bfhcd.com St. Vincent de Paul: The St. Vincent de Paul Society is continuing their collection of canned goods and non-perishable food items. Bring in donations and place them in the designated box at the back of the church. Parish Organization Meetings St. Michael Outreach Team is in need of volunteers for senior home visits on Tuesdays each week. If you can help call the church office or 228-365-1627. Pastoral Council the last Monday of each month in Church Conference Room. Local Area SUPPORT Info St. Vincent de Paul Society meets on the First Sunday of every month, prior to Mass, at 9:15am, in the St. Vincent de Paul office at the church. Organization Alcoholics Anonymous CCD Classes K—8th Grade: meets at Nativity BVM Sacred Heart Center on Wednesdays from 5:30—6:30pm Description: A support group for those suffering CYO/CCD (9th-12th grade) meets every other Sunday beginning in August from 5:30-6:30pm. Call Susan 365-1627 for more information and schedule. Al-Anon Book Club– Second Thursday of each month 6:00pm at Coffee Fusion in Ocean Springs. For info 228-209-5266 Alzheimer's Support Group: Bulletin Deadline: The deadline for placing a notice or announcement in the weekly bulletin is 12 o’clock noon on Wednesdays. You are welcome to call or e-mail your requests to the parish secretary, Susan Pizzetta. to individuals, caregivers and families dealing Remember: You can have masses prayed for deceased and living family and friends. Call the church office, or e-mail your requests to the church’s e-mail address. Stretch & Strengthen Class: Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 2 pm at Donald Synder Community Center, Tuesday at 10:00 am at the Dr. Frank G. Gruich Community Center.. For information call 228 435-6148 Contact # 228-575-9225 with alcoholism. 228-861-7728 Description: A support group for relatives and friends of problem drinkers. 228-388-0946 Description: Provides vital services and support With Alzheimer's disease. Gulf Coast Women's Center for Nonviolence 228-435-1968 Description: To provide service for the physical and psychological needs of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and family members of homicide victims. Gambler's Anonymous Description: A support group for those suffering from compulsive gambling. 228-864-0442
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