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The priest is enabled to act in persona Christi, in the person of Christ, in the celebration of the Eucharist. The priest is the last to enter the celebration, for when he "joins the celebrating community, the Church, the Body of the risen Lord, with its head and its members, is signified in its totality"
(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 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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This is a time to refresh ourselves in the knowledge of the "source and summit" of our Catholic faith - the Eucharist. With a deeper awareness of the Mass, of what we bring to it, and of what is expected of us, our weekly participation in Mass will be renewed and invigorated. We will continue to focus further on the parts of the Mass and on the rich mysteries of our faith.
https://stmargaretmary.org/year-of-the-eucharist
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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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St. Margaret Mary Catholic School
Planning for the 2018-2019 School Year
As we welcome the new year, you are invited to learn more about our parish school. All are invited to attend informational meetings to learn about the school's programs.
Pre-K 4 Informational Meeting:
Jan.
30th 7pm
Open House for All New Families: Feb
1st 9am
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St. Margaret Mary Catholic School registration for the 2018-2019 school year is now open. To register, please visit the school website at
www.smmknight.org/admissions. For additional information or assistance, please contact the school office at 407-644-7537.
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As part of Catholic School Week, the National Catholic Education Association is hosting a Day of Giving beginning on Tuesday, January 30th at 9:00 am until Wednesday, January 31st at 9:00 am Donations made on the St. Margaret Mary page will be donated to our school. All donations are gratefully appreciated. To give, go to:
https://smmknight.giving.factsmgt.com. Thank you for supporting our parish school!
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Arrives Next Week!
They will be staying with us from February 4-11. If you took a donation label from the easel in the courtyard after Mass please return your donation to the church office during the week, or bring them to Mass next weekend.
Also next weekend, everyone is invited to tour the living spaces prepared for the families in the Family Life Center next Sunday after the 9:30 Mass. Thank you!
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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 Christian community inside
prisons.
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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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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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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. We can use your help on the first and third Saturdays of the month, 1:30-3:30pm to: unpack shipping cases, count diapers, assist families to their cars, move diapers to storage, and break down cartons for recycling.
For more information go to
http://stmargaretmary.org/baby-basics
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There are some new items that have been requested by Christian Service Center for the food pantry.
Please consider donating spaghetti sauce, canned pasta, canned meat, pancake mix and syrup, bar soap, and any of the BOGO items from Publix.
Please bring your donations to the parish hall when you come to Mass
and be as generous as you are able. Thank you!
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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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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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Save the Date - Vacation Bible Camp
June 18-22, 9 am to Noon
For children entering four-year-old preschool through 6th grade in the fall of 2018.
Join the fun and excitement! Be part of Shipwrecked-Rescued by Jesus!
You will be engaged in enthralling Bible stories and parables.
You will use your imagination to sing, do crafts and conduct scientific experiments.
Registration will begin in April. Don't miss out!
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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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If you care for a loved one at home or in a facility, consider taking this time to share with those who are experiencing the same situations and emotions. Give yourself the gift of prayer and support by sharing with one another. For more information call Deacon Bill at 407 647-3392
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ALL ARE WELCOME!!
1st
session is an overview of the rebuilding blocks that support our healing:
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Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
February 2nd is the feast of the Presentation of the Lord, also known as Candlemas Day. It is an ancient custom of the Church to bless candles that will be used in the coming year for worship and for devotions.
At St. Margaret Mary, there will be a blessing of candles at daily Masses on Friday, February 2nd. You are invited to bring candles from home that you would like to have blessed for devotional use during the coming year.
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White Mass at Holy Name of Jesus
The Orlando guild of the Catholic Medical Association is sponsoring the annual White Mass at Holy Name of Jesus in Indiatlantic on Saturday, 2/3 at 4:30. Bishop Noonan will be offering the Mass.
Afterwards there will be dinner and presentations
by
speakers a
bout medical
crimes that currently exist in our time and in our culture
. For more info: https://stmargaretmary.org/pdf/White-Mass.pdf
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Thursdays, 10-11:30am in the nursery
For more information contact [email protected] or call the Family Life Office at 407-645-0284. This is not a drop off but a great way for moms or dads or caretakers with babies or toddlers to meet other parishioners and play in a safe playful environment.
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February Marriage Ministry Event
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ADVOCACY & SOCIAL JUSTICE
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Exploring Migration: A Faith Journey
Beginning January 29th & 30th
Exploring Migration includes adult formation/discussion groups meeting in once weekly sessions over eight weeks. Each of us have feelings regarding immigration ranging from compassion to fear, but do we know enough about the issue to be truly mindful, prayerful and helpful?
Note the time has changed since the last bulletin announcement. For more information:
https://stmargaretmary.org/exploring-migration
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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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Bridging the Color Divide Sponsors Events on Race Relations
1920 Ocoee and Beyond: Paths to Truth and Reconciliation.
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Projectionist Needed for 6pm Mass
Are you interested in technology?
We're looking for volunteers to run the slides occasionally at the
6pm Mass.
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My Conversation Diary - Jennifer Fulwiler is a popular writer and speaker from Austin, Texas. In this compelling presentation, she recalls her spiritual journey-one that ultimately led her to enter the Catholic Church after a life of atheism.
Go to
www.formed.org
Submit parish code: WHPGTK, and create your own personal account to access the BEST, Catholic resources for free; Compliments of SMM.
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Homily Rewind: 4th Sunday of OT
Our lives are full of the noise of everyday life, but the voice of God has authority over the voices of this world. Deacon George challenges us today to try and block out that noise and focus on what is truly important, the voice of Jesus, and to let Him direct our hearts
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All parish children, youth and young adults, grades 5 through college, are invited to participate in the annual Vocations Essay Contest sponsored by the parish Vocations Committee. Get your thinking caps on. This year's contest theme deals with our Church Saints. The contest runs from January 20-March 4, 2018. Cash prizes will be awarded to first, second and third place winners. For rules and more information go to:
https://stmargaretmary.org/essay
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Confirmation rehearsal: Saturday, Feb. 3, 6:15-7:00pm in the Church (Confirmandi and sponsors need to be present)
Confirmation Mass: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 7:00 pm (Confirmandi and Sponsors, please arrive by 6:30)
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There will be no Amplify meeting on Sunday, Feb. 4
due to the
Superbowl.
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Part two: Climbing Seasons, a night on the liturgical year
6th grade: Wed, Jan. 31st, 6:30-8 pm
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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There will be no Journey Together meeting on Sunday, Feb. 4
due to the
Superbowl.
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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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