St. Stephen Catholic Church
Spreading the Light of Jesus Christ
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Act of Consecration to Saint Joseph
O dearest St. Joseph, I consecrate myself to your honor and give myself to you, that you may always be my father, my protector and my guide in the way of salvation.
Obtain for me a greater purity of heart and fervent love of the interior life.
After your example may I do all my actions for the greater glory of God, in union with the Divine Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
O Blessed St. Joseph, pray for me, that I may share in the peace and joy of your holy death. Amen.
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Vacation Bible School
2021
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We powered up with God’s strength and now we are ready to conquer the world!
We feel extremely blessed and grateful to have had the opportunity to be a part of our Vacation Bible School this year. We had over 250 participants and volunteers. We saw the children discovering their strength in God through the Olympic Sports-themed program. The children were inspired to set GOALS and AIM for a commitment to excellence in their Catholic
faith. It was truly a remarkable week. Everyone participated in memorable Bible stories, sang catchy songs, played team-building games, made yummy treats and were creative in the craft stations to become Champions for Christ.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who made this year’s VBS a success! Thank you to Fr. Dermot and Fr. Izzie for all your prayers and support! Thank you to all the amazing and talented leaders who worked countless hours to organize the stations and help decorate the Family Life Center. Thank you to all the enthusiastic teen volunteers. Thank you to the St. Stephen maintenance team who helped with set up and clean up for one week at the Family Life Center. Thank you to all the parents who entrusted their precious children to be a part of VBS this year and to learn more about God’s love.
Vacation Bible School was a success thanks to each and every one of you! All of you are true Champions for Christ!
God Bless You!
Faith Formation Team
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Starting on August 2, 8:30 a.m. daily Mass will be moved to the chapel. Please enter through the chapel doors for Mass. Livestreaming will be available. It is great to have you back as we safely worship together. |
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Christ Needs You!
Help spread his love by becoming a volunteer!
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Youth Ministry programs are an essential part of a parish community. They are created specifically to reach out to the youth age groups and lead them closer to Christ. Will you lead a teen closer to Christ?
Please consider sharing your time and talent with our Middle and High School Youth. Areas of interests are; teaching, ministry of presence, hall monitors, welcome desks, serving food, entertainment coordinator, etc. Parents, consider service hours for your youth. If you are available, please contact Eddie Gemma at (813) 671-4434 or Eddie@ststephencatholic.org.
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Join us for The Prophets: Messengers of God’s Mercy with facilitator Bob Ward. It is nearly impossible to understand the work and the message of Jesus without the prophetic books. In The Prophets: Messengers of God’s Mercy, presenter Thomas Smith examines who the prophets were, their role during their time, and the meaning of their messages for our own time. Discover how God is constantly calling you to a deeper relationship as well as the ways you are called to be the voice of God to others. Join us for these ten 90-minute classes in the Faith Formation Conference Room. Cost for each participant is $30, which includes a Study Guide/Workbook with a one-year streaming subscription to the study videos. Please contact Sue Haines, Faith Formation, at (813) 671-4434 to register.
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You have thought about joining the choir, but practices are on Thursdays...not anymore! This fall, choir practices will be on Wednesday evenings. If you are interested in joining, please contact Dcn Mike Sweeney at (813) 689-4900 ext.3260 or dcnmike@ststephencatholic.org.
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Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion bring the Eucharist to those parishioners who are unable to celebrate Mass because of illness or physical limitations. Ministers feed the homebound not only with the Body of Christ but also with the Word. Ministers enrich the lives of those they visit with the news of the community, insights from the homily and prayers. Homebound ministers are required to attend an orientation, complete a Safe Environment Training and a level 2 fingerprinting. Volunteer applications for this ministry can be picked up at the parish office or click this here to download the application! Once the application is completed and returned to the parish office, you will be contacted to schedule an interview.
Do You Know Someone In Need?
If you or someone you know is unable to attend Mass due to illness, recuperation from surgery, physical limitations, or other reasonable circumstances, arrangements can be made for an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion to visit and pray with you and serve you the precious Body of Christ. To arrange for a Homebound minister to visit, call the parish office at (813) 689-4900 or email denise@ststephencatholic.org.
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Extended Day Staff
St. Stephen Catholic School is seeking part-time Extended Day Staff Members for the 2021-2022 school year. Hours are Monday through Friday from 2:45 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and from 11:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on early release days. Duties include supervision of children after school, serving snacks, helping students with homework, planning and supervising games and activities.
Substitute Teachers
St. Stephen Catholic School is seeking experienced substitute teachers for the 2021-2022 school year.
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Great news!
We have reached 90.63%
$349,182.36 pledged!
Thank you!
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Help your parish serve in Christ’s name
by donating. Thank you for helping your community.
“Teach us to give and not count the cost.”
-St. Ignatius de Loyola
Please find an envelope on the right wall of the narthex.
Help your diocese reach 11 million by helping your parish reach $385,325.
We are almost there!
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The clergy calendars for July and August are posted on the St. Stephen Catholic Church website. Click this link!
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Vacation Bible School 2021 |
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Steubenville Conference 2021 |
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St. Stephen Altar Servers |
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More Pictures Coming Next Week! |
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Sanctuary Lamp
July 24 to July 30, 2021
In loving memory of Frank Cermak.
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, July 23
Mass (church)
8:30 a.m. (church and livestreamed) Pray for José Rafael Parra (RIP).
Confessions (chapel) After the 8:30 am Mass till no one is in line.
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Saturday, July 24
Mass (church)
8:30 a.m. (church and livestreamed) Pray for Ismael Jaquez (RIP).
2:45 Confessions (chapel) till no one is in line.
4:30 p.m. (church) Pray for Miguel Martinez (RIP).
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Sunday, July 25
Mass (church)
11:30 a.m. (church and livestreamed) Pray for Bob Milbrandt (RIP).
5:30 p.m. Pray for Jennifer Bohnart (LIV).
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Monday, July 26
Mass (church)
8:30 a.m. (church and livestreamed) Pray for Cameron McGowen (RIP).
Confessions (chapel) After the 8:30 am Mass till no one is in line.
World Day of Prayer for Grandparents and the Elderly
Feast Day of St. Joachim and St. Anne
"Saints Joachim and Anne are beloved in the Church, though nothing is said of them in the Bible. Not even their names are recorded. according to ancient tradition Anne and her husband Joachim were married for decades without having a child. In answer to their prayers, an angel appeared and told them they would soon receive a child who "shall be spoken of in all the world." They had a little girl and named her Mary. For centuries the Eastern Churches have honored this sainted couple on September 9, the day after Mary's birthday. On the revised Roman calendar, this "feast of grandparents" is July 26." -The Catholic Source Book
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Tuesday, July 27
Mass (church)
8:30 a.m. (church and livestreamed) Pray for Patricia Garasz (RIP).
6:00 pm Confessions (chapel) till no one is in line.
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Wednesday, July 28
Mass (church)
8:30 a.m. (church and livestreamed) Pray for vocations.
Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations (chapel)
After 8:30 Mass - 6:00 p.m.
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Thursday, July 29
Mass (church)
8:30 a.m. (church and livestreamed) Pray for Patricia Lubbers (RIP).
Feast Day of St. Martha, Mary and Lazarus
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