April 16th, 2018 - Third Week of Easter
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There is nothing so great as the Eucharist. If God had something more precious, He would have given it to us.
– St. John Vianney
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Looking for more? Here is a weekly reflection on the Eucharist:
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THE LECTIONARY
The Lectionary was developed at the direction of the Second Vatican Council, including a more plentiful sharing of the scriptures. Arranged in a three-year Sunday cycle and two-year daily cycle, the Lectionary allows us to hear almost the entirety of the New Testament, and a good portion of the Old as well. The sacred writers of the Bible “made full use of their powers and faculties so that, though God acted in them and by them, it was as true authors that they consigned to writing whatever he wanted written” (
Constitution on Divine Revelation #11
). They wrote in the language of their day, and used images and concepts familiar to their audience. That is why it is so important that we understand who wrote the text, in what setting, and to whom.
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Copyright © 2008, World Library Publications, the music and liturgy division of J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. Used with permission.
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FR. WALSH 50TH WEBSITE PAGE
There is a page on our website that has photos of Fr. Walsh through the years, his biography, the replay of his Anniversary Mass, and we will post photos and videos of all the festivities last weekend in the coming days.
See the page
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APRIL 15, 2018: FR. WALSH DAY
Did you know that Steve Leary, the mayor of Winter Park, has declared April 15, 2018, as "Very Reverend Richard Walsh" day in Winter Park! Congratulation Fr. Walsh!
See his proclamation
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PENTECOST INTERCESSIONS
Are you from another culture? Do you speak a language other than English? Would you like to assist with reading the intercessions in different languages on Pentecost Sunday on
May 19/20
? If so, we could use your help!
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SMM SCHOOL AUCTION
Journey back in time and feel FOREVER YOUNG at an evening full of fun, fabulous food, and 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. Go to
smmauction.com
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FAMILY PROMISE
Families arrive Sunday, April 22
If you took a donation label, please bring your donation to Mass next week. If you are curious about where and how the families stay here, you are invited to tour the living facilities Sunday after the 9:30 Mass, on the 2nd floor of the Family Life Center.
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BABY BASICS
Thank you for your generous donations of diapers for Baby Basics. There is a need for diapers of all sizes, and more than half of our clients request size 5 & 6 diapers. The distributions are the 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month, however, diapers can be dropped off in the Parish Hall any time.
More Info about Baby Basics
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FOOD PANTRY
This week please shop for food for the Farmworker Association in Apopka. They are in need of vegetable 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!
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DIVORCE SURVIVAL GUIDE
Helping you find PEACE, POWER, and PASSION after divorce. A DVD based program where practical advice meets pastoral care with the help of experts and others who have suffered through divorce. Starts this Tuesday, April 17, 6:30-8:30pm in the Upper Room.
More Info & To Register
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FAITH FORMATION FOR CHILDREN
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VACATION BIBLE CAMP
Shipwrecked, Rescued by Jesus, June 18-22, 9am to noon daily. Registration opens this weekend. You may register online. Youth in grades 7 and above who wish to help with VBC should contact Kristie Altman at 407-647-5171 or
email
. If you are 15 or older, you will need to be fingerprinted.
More Details & To Register
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FAMILY FAITH
Sunday, April 22, 10:45 am, Parish Hall
For our last session please bring a dish for our Potluck Brunch. Meat, pasta, egg casseroles, salad/fruit, pastries and dessert are good choices. Also, we ask that you bring a loaf of bread, purchased or homemade, to be blessed. Questions? Contact
Kristie@stmargaretmary.org
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ADVOCATY & SOCIAL JUSTICE
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INTERFAITH DIALOG
Sunday, April 22, 4:00 pm
Masjid Al Hayy located at 786 Myrtle Street, Sanford, FL 32773. The public is invited to hear representatives of six faith traditions—Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism—share insights into their respective beliefs and practices.
Read More Here
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EARTH DAY
Celebrate Earth Day: Commit to reducing your use of single-use plastics. Pick up a reusable shopping bag in the courtyard after mass (while supplies last). Find out more information and find times about planned celebrations on
our website
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HAITI T-SHIRT FOR SALE
T-Shirts that benefit The Haiti Ministry are on sale in the courtyard this weekend and next. You can also get them here:
https://stmargaretmary.org/haitishirt
. This is a pre-order and will take 4-5 weeks to produce. Sales end April 18th.
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SPECIAL NEEDS MINISTRY
Thursday, April 26, 1-3pm
For parents or other caregivers who are caring those with special needs, to include all medical and mental illnesses, developmental delays, mental health issues, Autism, Down’s Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Cystic Fibrosis, or other disabilities. Contact Trina
tcassidy@cfl.rr.com
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FOSTER/ADOPTIVE FAMILY PICNIC
If you are a foster parent or adoptive parent or are interested in becoming one we would like to invite you to join us for a fun family day in the park! Pack a picnic and come join us on April 22, at the Community Playground located at the Martin Luther King Park from 11am - 1pm
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MINISTRY OF MOTHERS SHARING
All women interested in helping plan the next Ministry of Mothers Sharing program in the fall are invited to a brainstorming session this Thursday, April 19, 7-8:30pm in the Holy Grounds Room. Please RSVP to
lori@stmargaretmary.org
by April 16.
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RESPECT LIFE CORNER
We, as the People of Life, celebrate Easter for it is the day our Lord conquered death. It is His victory over the evil one. Consequently, it is our victory as well. Given the joy and hope of the Easter season, this is an excellent time to reach out to our sisters, brothers and....
Read More
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HOMILY REWIND: 3RD SUNDAY OF EASTER
What are you afraid of? In the Gospel today Jesus said “peace be with you.” Fr. James explains that Jesus died on the cross to bring us the peace and forgiveness that can remove fear from our lives in order for us to experience the fullness of life as He intended.
Watch the homily
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BONUS HOMILY REWIND: FR. WALSH 50TH
Here is a bonus homily of the week!
Fr Walsh speaks at his 50th anniversary Mass. He compares his faith journey to a car wash. A car wash that includes: prayer, relationships, support, and mission.
Watch the homily
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AMPLIFY: HIGH SCHOOL
Sunday, April 22nd 7:00pm- 8:30 p.m.
All high school students are invited to join us for our end-of-the-year party!
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REVIVE: TO THE HEIGHTS
-Wednesday April 18th 6:30-8pm (7th/8th grade)
-Wednesday, April 25th 6:30-8pm All Middle School (To the Heights part 7- "The Apex")
-Wednesday, May 2nd 6:30-8pm. All middle school end of year party!
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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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