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We cannot delude ourselves: by our mutual love and, in particular, by our concern for those in need, we will be recognized as true followers of Christ. (cf. Jn 13:35; Mt 25:31-46).
This will be the criterion by which the authenticity of our Eucharistic celebrations is judged.
-St. Pope John Paul II, Mane Nobiscum Domine, No. 28
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The song is the first activity of the community gathered in Christ, who is present when the Church prays and sings
(Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy #7). "If singing is a cross to you, take it up, and you will find it a blessing. Sing lustily and with a good courage"
(Preface to Sacred Melody, John Wesley).
(Deiss, The Mass, p. 17)
Copyright © 2008, World Library Publications, the music and liturgy division of J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. Used with permission.
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Disciple Maker Parish Survey
The Disciple Maker Index Survey is open now and we need your help! Please help us participate by completing a 10-15 minute survey as soon as possible.
Go to
https://stmargaretmary.org/survey to begin. The survey will only be available through February 19th and will ask you to reflect on your own spiritual growth and enable you to provide feedback on our parish's efforts to help you grow.
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Life in the Eucharist Retreat
March 9th & 10th
Are you seeking a deeper understanding of the Eucharist? Do you really comprehend the statement from the Catholic catechism that states, "the Eucharist is the source and summit of our Christian life?" Are you looking for an invigorating parish retreat to renew you and prepare you for Easter? For more info and to register go to: https://stmargaretmary.org/lite
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February 13th at 7pm in the Parish Hall
A discussion regarding Church ministry today and how we can make a difference. Plus a "Question/Answer" session with Fr. Walsh and the speakers.
Speakers include: Fr. Leo Hodges, Fr. Jorge Torres, & Sr. Kathleen Power. For more information go to: https://stmargaretmary.org/call-to-action
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Bullying, Cyberbullying
& Depression
SPONSORED BY St. Margaret Mary Catholic School
and The Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education
Center of Florida.
Monday, February 12th at
5:30 pm in the Parish Hall. L
ight dinner refreshments will be served.
RSVP: 407.644.7537.
Presenter is John Halligan his son, Ryan, died by suicide on
Oct. 7, 2003 after being bullied by classmates
at school and online.
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Rise Up: Catholic Men's Conference
Saturday February 17th, 8:00am - 1:30pm at Holy Family Catholic Church
This is a conference for Catholic men in the diocese featuring dynamic talks, music, Mass, and Reconciliation. Lunch is included.
All Catholic men and guests over 16 years old are welcome. The g
uest speaker is Fr. Larry Richard. For more information go to:
https://www.orlandodiocese.org/riseup
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The Sacrament of the
Anointing of the Sick will be offered at the
12 noon Mass on Sunday, February 11th.
Those requesting to receive the sacrament
should register in the Narthex prior to Mass
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Helpers needed.
A "How Your Family or Group Can Pray the Stations" informational meeting
will be held in the church
this Friday, Feb 9, 6:30-7:30pm
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Families, ministry groups, Cursillo groups, bible study groups, moms groups, etc, are encouraged to send a representative to help your group participate in these
Friday night
Lenten times for reflection.
For more info contact
[email protected]
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Welcome Family Promise Families!
Family Promise families arrived Sunday Feb. 4th, and will spend the week with us.
If you forgot to bring your donation to Mass, please drop it by the church office.
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An Inter-Denominational Prison Ministry
Thursday, February 8, 6:30-7:30 pm
At St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church
You are invited to an Informational Session
The Kairos Prison Ministry starts off with a 3-day
Weekend led by Kairos volunteers who assist
inmates in developing a community in
prisons.
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One of the foundations of social justice is taking care of the homeless. On the 1st Wednesday of every month, volunteers prepare hot meals and desserts starting at 8:00am and then at 2:15pm. These items are delivered to the Coalition for the Homeless in downtown Orlando, providing a hot, healthy dinner and a snack for a later meal.
Contact Colleen Nunez at 407-647-2579 or
[email protected]
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Sometimes parishioners ask if Baby Basics accepts partial packs of diapers; we answer with a resounding "yes". We have babies of all sizes and almost 50 children in the program. The next time you are shopping why not pick up a pack of diapers for Baby Basics? With a simple pack of diapers you are giving hope to low-income working families in our neighborhood. Please mark the diapers for Baby Basics & leave them at the front office. Thank you!
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This week please shop for food for the Farmworker Association in Apopka. They are in need of v
egetable oil, tortillas, salsa, chopped canned tomatoes, dry pasta, rice & beans, as well as any of the buy one-get one specials at your local store.
Please bring your donations to the parish hall when you come to Mass. Thank you for your generous donations!
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The deadline (March 1) for grant applications will be here before you know it! If you or your favorite non-profit organization is working to enhance the dignity and quality of life of people in need, you may apply for a grant from $500 to $5000. Applications are available here:
https://stmargaretmary.org/ministries/christian-service/#grants For more information call Scott, 407-628-1324.
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Are You A New Parishioner?
Wine and Cheese Mingle
Come join us for a casual wine and cheese mingle! Singles, couples and families are welcome. Please join us in the Parish Hall of the Family Life Center
on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 6:15pm
- immediately following the
5:00pm
Mass. All are welcome!
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Faith Formation and Family Faith Parents
Sunday, February 11, 10:45 am, Parish Hall
Come to a Coffee and Chat session for parents only. We will discuss plans for the Parents' Prayer Group which begins meeting during the children's class time on February 18. We will have materials for Lent available for you to take home. Don't miss the coffee and conversation!
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Summer Vacation Bible Camp
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Bereavement Support Group
Blessed Are You Who Mourn... for you shall be comforted
6-week faith-based bereavement support group.
Mondays from 7pm-8:30pm. February, 12 through March, 19
Facilitator: Sally Kopke, MS (VITAS Healthcare)
For more information and to register, go to:
https://stmargaretmary.org/bereavement-ministry
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Questions? You can call the Family Life Office at
407-645-0284
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I was wondering if you could help me? I attend mass regularly and usually sit in the same area every week. I am often seated behind a family with children. Two of the three children are very well mannered and follow along with the prayers of the mass well. The third child, who seems older than the other two, is always moving some part of his body and is very distracted. READ MORE
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We are in need
of new volunteers for the
meal team and the new life
team. Volunteers deliver
family style meals to moms in
need and make a brief
hospitality visit to the parish
baptism class to welcome families seeking
baptism of a new baby. More information here o
r email Michelle.
Elizabeth Ministry is based on the Scriptural
Story of the Visitation Story in Luke 1:39-56
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ADVOCACY & SOCIAL JUSTICE
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Shared Faith, Shared History
Sunday February 24th, 10am - 6pm
Bridging the Color Divide invites you to a celebration of Black History Month at the Winter Park Community Center. Speakers will include, along with many others, Fr. Leo Hodges from St. Andrews. There will also be music, dance, visual arts and food. For more information go to
https://stmargaretmary.org/shared-faith-shared-history
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An Approach to Christian & Muslim Dialog
We may re-run the program this spring. This program between Christians and Muslims explores common roots of our faith traditions as children of Abraham. It's open to Christians and Muslims who want to discuss the faiths with open hearts and minds and prune away ideas that do not bear fruit. For more info go to:
https://stmargaretmary.org/sultan-and-the-saint
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Saida & George Rashmawi, who are volunteer members from the Roman Catholic Church in Bethlehem in the Holy Land, will be visiting our parish the weekend of Feb. 10/11. They will have some beautiful Olive Wood carvings which are all handmade by the Christian people in Bethlehem. For more information go to:
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Internet Broadcast Ministry
Are you interested in technology? We are in need of volunteers to help mix sound and volunteers to run cameras at the Sunday 9:30am Mass. No experience needed :) any and all training is provided.
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Homily Rewind: 5th Sunday of OT
How can we feed the hungry if our own dish is empty?
In order to provide service to others we must follow Jesus' example of taking time to be alone with the Father in prayer. Fr. Jarek stresses the importance of contemplation and prayer as well as our own spiritual well being.
Watch the homily here:
https://stmargaretmary.org/homilies
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High School - Amplify Tijuana Flats!
All high school students are invited to our next Amplify night! Meet at the Tijuana Flats on Aloma and Lakemont (
1955 Aloma Ave) from 7:00-8:30 for a night of fun and community. Chips and salsa will be provided, please bring money if you would like to purchase a meal. Students/parents will be responsible for transportation to and from Tijuana Flats.
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Part two: Climbing Seasons, a night on the liturgical year
7-8th grade: Wed, Feb 7, 6:30-8 pm
Join us as we continue our semester exploring the liturgy and how to go "To the heights" in our spiritual lives as Catholics! Fun games, pizza, fellowship, and reflection.
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All middle school students are invited to join us as we continue our series on prayer!
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There are two additional parking lots we are permitted to use for Mass on the weekends. They are both a short walk from the church and are an excellent solution to ease the parking woes during busy Masses.
Please consider these options.
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Parish Vision Statement
Called into relationship by the Holy Spirit and
Centered in the Eucharist,
St. Margaret Mary Parish is a welcoming community,
Sent by Christ to serve.
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