The Cornerstone
NOW, THAT IS A CREATIVE IDEA!!!
Have you been wanting to be a
fly on the wall
to see how we are
celebrating Mass
at
St. Stephen?

If the answer if yes,
put away the fly costume &
watch the video below instead!

St. Stephen Feature Video!
Recent Change~Improving As We Go
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As we learn to better serve the vulnerable and the families of St. Stephen,
we are offering the Chapel for vulnerable adults and handicap to use.
Holy Communion will be brought to you and Livestream will be available.

The Calming Room/Cry Room in the Church will once again be available
for families who have a need to sit apart from the congregation.
Holy Communion will be brought to you. Please remain in your seats.


Thank you for wearing your mask, following social distancing and
being patient and kind as we courageously love one another.
Memorial Program
St. Stephen Statue

The St. Stephen Statue which was commissioned early in January,
will finally begin it's journey to America!

The statue has been completed for several months, but has not been able to be shipped due to the restraints put on international, non-essential shipping.
The St. Stephen statue is carved from Linwood by the same craftsman that created our St. Stephen crucifix. It stands over six feet tall and weighs approximately 190 pounds. It is sure to sure to be a magnificent addition to our sacred art here at St. Stephen.

We are so thankful for the family who donated to the Memorial Program so that we could have this one of a kind, hand-carved statue of our patron saint, St. Stephen.

Pray for us, St. Stephen

Virtual Opportunity For Teens & Adults
Steubenville Virtual Conferences
June 17-18, and 19th

“The Steubenville Teens and Adult Conference are going virtual this year!
This experience wishes to help teens and families find hope
in the midst of the busyness, confusion, and anxiety of everyday life!

To learn more about this amazing opportunity.....
click below.
This Week
16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 19, 2020
Adult
Mass Prep
Children's
Mass Prep
Sharing the Gospel
As God's child, you are the wheat in God's field. As you love and trust God more, your faith will grow. You will see others around you who love God, too. God will be happy to see you growing up in God's love. As you grow taller and stronger, you will also notice others around you who ignore or hate God. God will get rid
of those weeds. Then he will bring you into heaven.

Prayer
God, help my love and faith to grow strong.

Something to Draw
Draw a picture of wheat and weeds.

Mission for the Week
Help your parents in the garden. Watch how carefully weeds need to be pulled, so you don't pull up the good plants, too.
Wednesday, July 15
Eucharistic Adoration
After 8:30 am Mass-6:00 pm
St. Stephen Chapel

Try adding a prayer for each of our Seminarians.
Christian Galvan
2nd Theology
St. Vincent de Paul Seminary
Home Parish: St. Stephen, Riverview
Andrew Zsebedics
Sophomore Year
St. John Vianney Seminary
Home Parish: St. Lawrence, Tampa
Thursday, July 16
Congratulations
Congratulations to the Knights of Columbus
St Stephen Team for coming in 1 st place in the Foundations for Life Walk (Virtual)for Life!

Donations will benefit the
Knights Women’s Center
Project Rachel & Perinatal Comfort Care
Life Pregnancy Centers
in Hernando, Hillsborough, Pasco & Pinellas
Faith Formation News
Sacrament of Baptism Ministry

Baptize all the Nations in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.” –Matthew 28:19

Each and every time a child is welcomed into God’s Family it is a blessing, not only for the child and his or her family, but for all of us. You could have the privilege of witnessing these grace-filled moments by being part of our Baptism Ministry Team at St. Stephen.   

We are in need of Baptism Coordinators to help with hospitality and assisting during the Sacrament of Baptism celebration.  

Baptism Day:  On the day of Baptism, the Baptism Coordinators welcome parents, family and friends as they arrive, arrange seating and answer any questions or concerns they might have regarding the celebration. The Baptism Coordinators also set-up and assist our Priest or Deacons as needed before and during the celebration. 

When: Sunday afternoons - (twice a month)
Time:  Following the 11:30 am Mass - (12:30 – 1:30 pm)

For more information, please contact Rosie Bridges at the Office of Faith Formation, 813-671-4434. 
Diocesan News
New Website~Courageously Praying

Our Diocese has launched a new website where you can submit a
prayer request , sign up to become a prayer partner , and join in praying for the prayer intentions listed on our Prayer Wall .
Free Webinar
Financial Options and Resources Related to COVID-19
Saturday, July 18 11:00 am
Help for navigating the re-opening of the economy following shutdowns prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ways to Grow In Prayer
While You Are
At Home
CULTIVATE THE SOIL and GROW IN FAITH!!!

How about downloading a new Catholic APP to assist you with praying the Rosary or the Divine Mercy?
Have you used our parish subscription to Formed.org (password VMZPPF) to access Catholic movies, audio books, or children's videos?
Have you always wanted to learn the Liturgy of Hours?
If so, try IBreviary.
While You Are
Out
"Come Home"

CULTIVATE THE SOIL
and
GROW IN FAITH!!!

Private Prayer
Chapel
Monday-Saturday
After 8:30 am Mass-3:00 pm

Adoration
Chapel
Wednesdays
After 8:30 Mass-6:00 pm

Reconciliation
Chapel
Friday and Monday after 8:30 am Mass
Saturday 2:45 pm

Mass
Main Church
Monday-Saturday 8:30 am
Saturday Vigil 4:30 pm
 Sunday 7:30 am, 9:30 am, 11:30 am and 5:30 pm

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