Holy Faith HIGHLIGHTS
February 28 2021
Volume V Issue 164
At Holy Faith our mission is that everyone come to know, love and serve God in union with Christ Jesus and his Spirit-filled Catholic Church. In doing so we are committed to our vision to build together a community of compassion in Christ.   
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
“This is my beloved Son. Listen to him.”
MK 9:7b
Reminder: At Holy Faith masks are required for everyone inside the Church or any of our buildings. Click here to read message from December 2nd from Fr. Emmanuel regarding this policy. MASKS
As we prepare to gather for Mass either virtually or physically, reading the Sunday Scripture readings in advance will help prepare us in mind and heart to fully participate in the Mass.
To read the Scripture for this weekend click on the following link: Scripture
or click on Graphic for Commentary on Psalms and Video on the 2nd Sunday of Lent
(please skip any ads)
A good way to just listen to the words is to close your eyes
and feel the Holy Spirit move.
The 9:30am Sunday Mass is Livestreamed weekly.

To view the Mass live, click on graphic around 9:25am
or to view the recorded version anytime - click MASS
Have a prayer request? Click on prayer box.
We celebrate with Fr. Emmanuel his Birthday Saturday, February 27. Send him your Happy Birthday wishes and prayers:
Click on the graphics below to go to the updated
COTM Newsletter and Retreat Page.
To view info on our website click COTM
To go directly to Fr. Mike Schmitz video:
"Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?"
Click on book for 'Retreat' page.
Anyone can join our online Lenten Retreat anytime!

Every week we update and add more links, audio and information. There is something you can do everyday if you wish. The videos by Fr. Mike Schmitz are a must-see. They are so incredible insightful.

All this can be found in the Catholics on the move (COTM) weekly updates.

CCF Sunday School Classes Information

NO VIRTUAL CCF CLASSES THIS SUNDAY, February 28 (grs. 1-8)

Next Virtual CCF Class: March 7 2021 (for Grades K-9) are at the same times, by grades, as in the Fall of 2020) Google Classrooms will be updated with the zoom class links posted and an email reminder will go out.

There will be Confirmation Class for Students this Sunday, February 28 at 11:00am in the FJMP Parish Life Center for those who come in person (Masks must be worn) and on Zoom (link was emailed). REMINDER: The Called to be Catholic Catechesis for Teens class (for selected students) is scheduled in the youth room on February 28 as well.

Catholic Youth Ministry this Sunday, February 28 (check email)
Next CYM Zoom Meeting: Sunday, March 7th at 4pm.
Link will be emailed.

CYM is for youth in grades 8-12. Link is emailed to all registered students in these grades that are signed up. Check your emails.
To sign up go to: CYM or click here for CYM Schedule
CLICK LINK BELOW TO CHECK THE UPDATED
FOR MARRIED COUPLES

Click for PDF file: Marriage at Home Retreat

Click on graphic below to go to website
to sign up for free Lenten seminar.
FEBRUARY 28, 2021
The Kids' Bulletin


See the Kids' Bulletin about this Sunday's Holy Scripture.

"Jesus shows His Glory"


Click on graphic to either read online or print and then read to and share with your children.





Adults should take a peek too and be challenged by the
puzzle on page 2.
HOLY FAITH BULLETIN
28 FEBRUARY 2021
Click on graphic to read this weekend's bulletin.

To place a notice in the bulletin or add a name to the prayer list send notice to:
bulletin@holyfaithchurch.org

Deadline for bulletin of March 21st is Friday, March 5, 2021

We publish an online version of our bulletin weekly. We are not printing paper copies of the bulletins at this time.

We are currently not scheduling any large group meetings or events on the property.

Our reception desk is open Monday thru Friday from 10am to 3pm. Masks are required and we encourage safe distancing for the protection of yourselves, the staff and visitors.





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Knights of Columbus

January/February Newsletter.
Ways to Support the Ministries of Holy Faith


Links to our various media sources, including our online ParishSoft giving program are below. You can mail in your donations by personal or bank check to: Holy Faith Catholic Church ... 747 NW 43rd St ... 32607 or use online giving.

Thank you for your support!

For Text-Giving ... Text the word "GIVE" to 1-352-499-1206

Click here for info on our simple: New Easy Online Giving & Event App where you can donate on your phone to any fund by clicking on the "Donate Heart" button. When you click you will see the Donate page with 3 options 'Give ... Special Fund ... History'. To donate to the monthly special collection click on 'Special Fund'. The app will also be used to register for special or current events, like CCF or Small Christian Communities, etc. To get back to the home page click on 4 little squares on top right of screen.

Of course, we still have myparishapp, which offers the daily readings, Sunday Worship Aides, Catholic Prayers, the Rosary, our Directory and Parish Information, and online donations links, as well as the online Catholic Magazine, and links to all our Social Media outlets, and more ... You can even email any staff member from myparishapp using your cellphone.

We update our Facebook and Instagram pages constantly with Masses and reflections, prayers, photos and information from Holy Faith, our Diocese and the Vatican. LIKE us on Facebook! Stay in touch and stay safe!
FROM THE DIOCESE
This weekend, individuals entering the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil will begin another phase of their faith journey at the Rite of Election. At this important stage, "catechumens" become the "elect," as they are elected by the church and by God to continue on the path to receive the sacraments of initiation. to tune in live on Sunday, at 3 p.m. as Bishop Estévez gathers with the faithful of the church. 

View the Rite of Election of 2021 live at 3pm as Bishop Estévez gathers with the faithful of the church at St Joseph Parish in Jacksonville. Holy Faith Candidates will be recognized with others at this 3pm Mass. Tune in at 3pm on Sunday, February 28.