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New stained glass window contest! |
There is a new stained glass window at St. Stephen Catholic Church. Can you see the four symbols?
There are four symbols, let us know what they are! To win the contest, email communications@ststephencatholic.org. Please email your answers, name, and phone number. The winner will receive a gift from St. Stephen Catholic Church. The deadline is noon on Wednesday March 31, 2021.
Locate the stained glass window while you go to confession. Fr. Dermot said, "The prodigal son has returned. When will you return to the Father?"
The winner and the answers will be shared on Holy Thursday! Keep your eyes open!
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When: Tuesday, March 23
Where: In FLC at St. Stephen Catholic Church on 10118 St. Stephen Circle, Riverview.
Time: Doors open at 5:30. Bingo begins at 6:30.
Cash Prizes. $15 to play.
$1 for specials.
COVID Prevention procedures in place. We hope to see you there! Bring a friend!
Sponsored by Community For Women who provide support for the community.
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The Divine Mercy ministry donated, to St. Stephen Catholic Church, a St. Joseph banner. Thank you for your donation, Divine Mercy ministry.
Keep an eye out for it the next time you are at mass. The banner is on the left side right above Mary's statue.
The new St. Joseph statue is being made so that his gaze falls upon Mary.
What a beautiful way of recognizing her holy motherhood!
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A message from St. Stephen Mens Club!
The Mens Club is excited to announce our Easter Fundraiser partnership with Honey Baked Hams. 20% of all Gift Cards purchased on our special website, will go to support St Stephen Catholic School and a new roof. Please help us celebrate the 20th Anniversary of St Stephen Catholic School and buy a Honey Baked Ham. The Fish Fry will be back next year!!
The deadline to participate is May 1, 2021!
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Deanery Initiative Food Bank |
From this past weekend, the Deanery Initiative Food Bank collection
is over $14,500 and counting! Thank you!
Donations are still being collected until this weekend, Sunday March 21, 2021. If you would like to donate, envelopes can be found by the main entrance to the church. If you prefer to do an online donation, please visit the website at https://ststephencatholic.weshareonline.org/.
Progress is being made at the San Jose Mission, see below!
Please help feed your community!
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$225,851 pledged thus far.
Thank you for your donation!
Please help St. Stephen Catholic Church reach $385,325, and help your diocese to courageously live the gospel.
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Lent is a time to grow closer to the Lord. We do this through prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Giving to the annual pastoral appeal would be a meaningful way to participate this Lenten season!
Your diocese and your parish know that this past year has caused financial hardship. Help your family in Christ come out of this hardship. You may recall the Poor Widow's Contribution (Luke 21: 1-4). All you have to give is enough!
Giving does not have to be a large sacrifice. Next time you are in the Chick-fil-A line, or ordering your daily Starbucks coffee, can you give that up? Once, maybe twice? Encourage your family and friends to do the same! We are all in this together. “Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7).
Please find an envelope on the right wall of the narthex. Help your diocese to reach 11 million by helping your parish reach $385,325!
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A message of thanks from The Society of St. Vincent de Paul.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul gives our heartfelt thanks to everyone that donated to the Lenten Food Drive. Because of your support we are able to continue to serve our neighbors in need and do the Lord’s work.
God bless you.
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We welcome you to mass during Holy Week!
Here's what you need to know...
Palm Sunday - There will be no procession into the church. Parishioners are invited to "Bring Your Own Palms" and be seated as if attending a regular Sunday Mass.
Daily Mass - There is no daily Mass or morning prayer from Holy Thursday to Holy Saturday.
Holy Thursday - There will not be a procession at the end of Mass on Holy Thursday. The priests and altar servers will process to the FLC, while the choir sings in the church. Once the clergy leave the FLC, the faithful are invited to travel to the FLC to reverence our Lord.
Veneration of the Cross - There will be no Adoration of the Holy Cross during the liturgy, Fr. Dermot will reverence the cross on behalf of the parishioners.
Easter Sunday - There will be no 5:30pm Mass on Easter Sunday. Seating will begin in the church with overflow going into the Family Life Center. Church doors will close five minutes before Mass starts. Those arriving after the doors close should proceed directly to the Family Life Center.
Thank you all for patience and understanding during these unique and challenging times as we work to maintain a welcoming yet safe environment for all who worship.
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The Divine Mercy Ministry invites you to join them as they pray the Divine Mercy Novena daily:
April 2- 10, 2021
3pm, Chapel
Never prayed the Divine Mercy before, don't worry, we will have pamphlets available to assist you. We look forward to seeing you there. Jesus, I trust in you!
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St. Stephen Catholic Church
We have Part-Time openings at the Parish.
Maintenance ( 2 Part-Time Positions)
Tom@ststephencatholic.org.
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Looking for a daily relationship with God? |
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Magnificat
According to Magnificat’s website, "Magnificat is a spiritual guide to help you develop your prayer life, grow in your spiritual life, find a way to a more profound love for Christ, and participate in the holy Mass with
greater fervor.”
If you have a Magnificat already, simply find the order form, fill it out and mail it. You could also share that order form with a friend and encourage them to order one!
You could also order by calling (970) 416-6670.
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Daily Subscriptions
There a daily catholic newsletters that can be sent to your email. Every morning you can receive a quote and reflection.
Get this inspiration today!
Subscribe by visiting a website and entering your email address. For example, there is the Catholic Company, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, and The Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton.
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Apps
There are also catholic apps which facilitate devotion. These apps share daily prayers, the saint of the day, prayers, daily readings, and much more.
Download today!
A good app to download is Laudgate. Simply go to your app store and search Laudgate, then download.
It's free!
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How do you engage with God on a daily basis?
Your fellow parishioners would love to know!
Email communications@ststephencatholic.org.
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Sanctuary Lamp
March 13 to March 19, 2021
In loving memory of Maciej Wieruszewski, from Struk family.
If you are interested in having the sanctuary lamp burn in honor or in memory of a loved one, please call 813-689-4900.
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Friday, March 19
8:30 am Pray for AnnaKutty Mathew (RIP)
Confessions (Chapel)
After the 8:30 am Mass till no one is in line
7:00 pm Stations of the Cross
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Saturday, March 20
8:30 am Pray for Joseph Boyle (RIP)
2:45 pm Confessions (Chapel) till no one is in line
4:30 pm Pray for Miguel, Isabel and Alfonso Martinez (RIP)
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Mass (Church)
7:30 am Pray for Gloria Laubsky (RIP)
11:30 am Pray for Alta Taylor (RIP)
:5:30 pm Pray for Peter Calderon (RIP)
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Monday, March 22
8:30 am Pray for Thomas Mathew (RIP)
Confessions
After the 8:30 am Mass (Chapel) till no one is in line.
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Tuesday, March 23
8:30 am Pray for Porfirio Padiernos (RIP)
6:00 pm Confessions (Chapel) till no one is in line
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Wednesday, March 24
8:30 am Pray for Sharon Hemsath (RIP)
Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations (Chapel)
After 8:30 Mass-6:00 pm
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Thursday, March 25
8:30 am Pray for Dorothy Grimes (RIP)
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