March 12th, 2018 - The 4th Week of Lent
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Looking for more? Here is a weekly reflection on the Eucharist:
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The Opening Prayer
The Opening Prayer is also called the Collect because this prayer collects or gathers the prayers of the community into one. There are nearly two thousand Collects in the Roman Missal. “By these words spoken by the priest, it is I who pray in the name of the Church, and the Church that prays in my name” (Luistiger, p. 62).
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(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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HOLY THURSDAY FOOT WASHING
On Holy Thursday, we remember, through the washing of feet, the great command of humble service illustrated by Jesus as he cleansed the feet of the 12 Apostles. If you would like to serve as a representative of our parish community by having your feet washed on Holy Thursday, please contact
Lisa Weis at (407) 647-0726 or
lisa@stmargaretmary.org
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EASTER/TRIDUUM SCHEDULE
Looking to plan your Holy Week. The Triduum is the period of three days that begins with the liturgy on Holy Thursday and ends on Easter Sunday. It recalls the passion, death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus. Here is our
Triduum Schedule
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ADDED MASS NEXT WEEKEND
Join us at 6:30pm Mass next Saturday March 17th. We are aware of the influx of art festival traffic so we have added a Mass on Saturday night for those who prefer an easier parking experience.
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USHERS & GREETERS NEEDED
We are in great need of parishioners to serve as ushers and greeters, particularly at the 12 Noon and 6pm Masses. Women, men and youth are needed to serve as the hands and feet of Christ, welcoming and assisting all who come to worship. Please contact Lisa Weis, Director of Liturgy at
lisa@stmargaretmary.org
or 407-647-0726.
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LENTEN OPPORTUNITIES
Do you want to do something extra for Lent? Here is a list of things going on in the parish that you can be involved in that can aide in your Lenten journey. For the complete list go to:
Lenten Opportunities
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LENTEN ALMS
This year's Lenten alms project will collect money for Covenant House. They serve runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth under 21, including teen parents and their babies. They reach kids through street outreach, crisis shelters, transitional housing projects, and aftercare, making them one of the largest agencies serving homeless youth in the state.
More info:
Lenten Alms Project
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STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Stations of the Cross will be held in the Church every Friday during Lent, 7:00-7:45pm.
All ages are encouraged to come and enjoy these Lenten prayers to help us love as Christ loves!
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FR. WALSH - 50TH ANNIVERSARY
April 15, 2018 at 12 Noon
The community of St. Margaret Mary Church celebrates with a Mass for Fr. Walsh. A reception will immediately follow in the Parish Hall. We will be broadcasting the Mass on
our livestream
. It is Fr. Walsh’s request that anyone wishing to give a gift, donate to our Haiti Ministry.
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ART FESTIVAL PARKING
If you’re coming to the Art Festival make sure you park here in the SMM lot! Let’s be honest - we’ve got the best location, the friendliest people, and the best prices (only $10 to park!). PLUS, by parking here, you’re helping the youth of our parish experience one of our life-changing mission trips!
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MARCH WITH THE SAINTS
Saturday March 24th 1:30 - 4:30pm
Come and enjoy an authentic English Afternoon Tea, A Silent Auction, 50/50, and Wonderful entertainment to benefit our Sister Parish in Haiti.
Tickets available here
or after Masses the next two weekends.
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SMM SCHOOL AUCTION
Journey back in time and feel FOREVER YOUNG at an evening full of fun, fabulous food, and one of the best silent auctions in town! The annual auction and dinner is going to be held on April 21st in the Family Life Center at 6:30pm. Tickets, tables, and sponsorships are available online or through the school office. Please visit
smmauction.com
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YOUNG CATHOLIC PROFESSIONALS
YCP is a national ministry founded in response to Pope Benedict’s challenge to foster “a new generation of Catholics.” Their mission is to encourage young adults working in various professions to Work in Witness for Christ. The Orlando Chapter Kickoff is Tuesday March 13th 7-9pm at the Orlando Science Center.
Find out more
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LIVING LAST SUPPER
Friday March 23 at St Stephen Catholic Church
This is a living dramatization of Leonardo DaVinci’s "The Last Supper” where one-by-one each apostle steps out of the painting to share their story, their relationship to Jesus and one another. The performance is thought provoking and quite moving.
Find out more
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FAMILY PROMISE
This spring, we will again host families from Family Promise, and the next visit will be the week of April 22. If you would like to volunteer, there are many opportunities, such as DINNER HOSTS, EVENING HOSTS, OVERNIGHT HOSTS, as well as set up, cleanup and laundry. We need volunteers to prepare and deliver a hot meal each evening
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BABY BASICS
If you can count to 140, Baby Basics can use your help! 140 is the number of diapers used in two weeks by the littlest babies, wearing Newborn and size 1. We can use your help on the first and third Saturdays of the month, 1:30-3:30pm to: unpack cases, count diapers, assist families to their cars, move diapers to storage, and break down cartons.
Info about Baby Basics
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FOOD PANTRY
This week the food pantry collection is for Christian Service Center. The food pantry has had a 100% increase in people seeking assistance lately, largely due to an influx of refugees from Venezuela, and we are expecting an even greater impact from people displaced by the hurricane in Puerto Rico.
See a list of items needed this week
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FEEDING THE HOMELESS
First Wednesday of the month, cooking starts at 8am. We prepare hot meals and desserts. At 2:15pm, volunteers gather to make PB&J sandwiches. Items are delivered to the Coalition, providing a hot, healthy dinner and a snack for a later meal. To volunteer, contact Colleen at 407-647-2579 or
Colleen@stmargaretmary.org
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MAKING FRIENDS WITH DEATH
Friday, March 23 at 10:30 am to 12 noon
Discussion by Gerald J. Schiffhorst. How can we turn our dread of death into loving acceptance and surrender? Using the insights of the saints and writers such as Henri Nouwen, Richard Rohr, and Thomas Merton, UCF Professor Emeritus and parishioner Jerry Schiffhorst explore how we can move from fear to faith, uniting ourselves with Christ.
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FAITH FORMATION FOR CHILDREN
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FIRST HOLY COMMUNION PREP
For Registered Children and their Parents/Guardians
Tuesday, March 13, 6:45pm in the church
Babysitting for siblings ten years and under is available. Please contact
Kristie@stmargaretmary.org
or 407-647-5171 with the name and age of children needing childcare. Thank you.
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VACATION BIBLE CAMP
Shipwrecked, Rescued by Jesus, June 18-22, 9 am to noon daily. We need adults to help make this week special for the children. The planning meeting will be Tuesday, March 27, at 7 pm in the Family Life Center. Also, Youth who will be in grade 7 this fall and older youth are encouraged to help.
Find out more
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FAITH FORMATION CLASSES
Faith Formation, Family Faith and Sunday Mornings with Jesus classes will not meet on Sunday, March 18, 25 and April 1 due to the WP Art Festival, Spring Break and Easter. Classes will resume on Sunday, April 8.
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OUR CATHOLIC APPEAL
February 17/18 was Our Catholic Appeal weekend. We thank you for your generosity. If you have not given yet we encourage you to do so. We are getting closer but have not met our goal yet.
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COFFEE & DONUTS
We are in need of some volunteers, in the coffee and donut ministry. Looking for a way to meet people in the parish? Help serve after the 9:30am Mass, on the 2nd & 3rd Sunday of each month. It is a great way for the whole family to do something fun together. Contact Colleen at 407-647-2579
or
Colleen@stmargaretmary.org
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ADVOCATY & SOCIAL JUSTICE
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LONG SLEEVE RELIEF CAMPAIGN
For the past 13 years, the Long Sleeve Relief campaign for farmworkers has collected tons and tons of shirts with the goal of providing clean, long-sleeved shirts to protect farmworkers from some of the dangers they face in the fields, such as exposure to the sun and pesticides. We are collecting shirts until Holy Thursday.
Find out more
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ST. FRANCIS AND THE SULTAN
New Interfaith Dialog Groups Begin in April. In the Spirit of St. Francis and the Sultan: Catholics and Muslims Working Together for the Common Good.
Morning group, Friday, April 6, 9:30 AM - 12 noon
Evening group, Monday, April 2, 6:30-9:00 PM
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LENTEN WORKS OF MERCY
If you are interested in Catholic Social Justice and would like to incorporate it into your almsgiving this Lent, the following link provides tools and information on many different social justice issues. This is two specific Lent-oriented resources; a Lenten calendar and a study guide on poverty in the 21
st
century.
networklobby.org
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SHARE THE JOURNEY
Tuesday, March 13, 6:45 – 8:15pm Antioch Room
Pope Francis invites us all to share the journey of refugees and migrants. There will be a panel discussion here at SMM. Come hear stories of new neighbors who have journeyed here from different countries for different reasons. Help us walk with these migrants in solidarity.
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40 DAYS FOR LIFE
Please join one our prayer teams at the local abortion center at All Women's Health Center, 431 Maitland Avenue, Altamonte Springs, every Tuesday 10:45 AND/OR every Thursday at 3pm. Or join a team at Planned Parenthood, 726 South Tampa Ave, Orlando, on Saturdays. Contact Kathy Gard for more info at 407-230-3666 or
kathy.gard49@gmail.com
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ELIZABETH MINISTRY
Elizabeth Ministry strives to follow the example of Mary and Elizabeth by visiting and sharing the sacredness of life. Contact our ministry team to make a referral of a woman in need or to volunteer with this ministry. Go to our
Elizabeth Ministry Page
to find out more and how to volunteer.
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DAY OF RETREAT
For Persons with Special Needs over the age of 18.
Saturday, April 7, 2018 - 9:00am – 2:30pm
Join us for a day of FUN! PRAYER! FRIENDSHIP!
San Pedro Retreat Center. Cost: $10.00 (lunch provided). Enjoy our Prayer Service, Fabulous Lunch, Mass with Bishop Noonan, Arts and crafts, Music, Nature Walks, and making new friends! Space is limited. Questions/requests can be made to: Kathy Harding at
mss954@aol.com
or call 407.782.4975.
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HOMILY REWIND: 4th SUNDAY OF LENT
We cannot preform miracles like Jesus but we have the ability to help those in need. Fr. Jarek challenges us to not let religious rituals take the place of practical service. Helping others needs to be a primary focal point in our faith and not secondary.
Watch the homily
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MISSION TRIP FUNDRAISING
If you’re planning on coming on a trip to Houston, Atlanta, or Orlando - first make sure you register for the trip and
sign up
to help out for the fundraiser. By working on Friday and/or Saturday you have the opportunity to cover most (or all) of the cost of the trip! AND, if your parents help out with you, you’ll earn money for their hours!
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AMPLIFY: HIGH SCHOOL
Sunday, March. 18 7:00-8:30 pm
All high school students are invited to our next Amplify Night! We’ll be taking a look at the meaning of the Lenten season as we prepare for Holy Week.
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REVIVE: TO THE HEIGHTS
Part four: The Approach, a night on the Mass
7-8th grade: Wed., March 14, 6:30-8:00pm
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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JOURNEY TOGETHER
Journey Together Cancelled- Sunday March 18
Due to OCPS Spring Break and the Winter Park Art Festival, our Journey Together class is cancelled for this Sunday, March 18. We’ll meet again on Sunday, March 25!
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PARKING AT MASS
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.
Here is a map
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