World Mission Sunday Prayer

Lord, may your Mission become the central concern for our

Church community throughout the world. Bring us closer to our brothers and sisters, so that we bear witness of our

faith in Christ and announce his Gospel. Embolden us to go out and meet the many people

who ignore the Good News that you love us and you want our

happiness through the construction of a better world, your kingdom! We ask you this

through Jesus, your greatest missionary with us,

forever and ever. Amen.

"Formed by Word and Sacrament, we, the people of St. Paul Catholic Church, are a Spirit-led, Eucharist-centered, vibrant multicultural Christian

community of faith, living our love for God and neighbor while growing together as disciples of Christ."

12708 N Dale Mabry Hwy. Tampa, FL 33618 - 813-961-3023

Sunday October 15, 2017 Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

St. Paul Catholic Church and Preschool

www.StPaulChurch.com

American Heritage Troop 147 worked with Feeding Tampa Bay sorting food that will be distributed all around the Tampa Bay Area.

All are Welcome!

Weekend Masses

Saturday Masses 8:30am Mass

(Morning Prayer and Benediction 8:10am)

Saturday Vigil Mass 5:30pm

Missa em

Português: 7:30pm

Sunday Masses 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:45am,

12:30pm, 5:30pm Misa en Español: 2:00pm

Weekday Masses Monday to Friday

7:30am and 12:15pm

First Friday Mass 7:30pm

Saturday - 8:30am (Morning Prayer and Benediction 8:10am)

Reconciliation/Confession Saturdays 10am and 4pm

or upon request

24 Hour Eucharistic Adoration

Every Wednesday 8am to 9pm

Every Friday 8:30am to Saturday 8:20am

Morning Prayer Monday - Friday 7:10am

Saturday 8:10am

Anointing of the Sick Every Second Saturday of the

Month at 8:30am

Church Office Address:

12708 N. Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, FL 33618-2802

813.961.3023 Fax 813.962.8780

Office Hours: 8am to 4pm www.StPaulChurch.com

ParishCommunications@StPaulChurch.com

Our Vision Statement: “Growing Together

as Disciples of Christ.”

My Dear Friends, Congratulations! We did it! For the first time in the history of our parish, we have met our pledge goal for the Annual Pastoral Appeal at the start of October! For the past four years, we met it just after Christmas! Praise God! This means that we have received pledges of over $437,478. Of this pledge, all but approximately $45,000 has been fulfilled. Thank you to all who have pledged and a special thank you to all who are currently fulfilling their pledges or have fulfilled them already. May God bless you! If you have not yet pledged, please do so. Remember, this money is used to fund hundreds of ministries serving those most in need throughout our five county diocese. Every dollar collected above our assessment is returned to the parish so we can serve you better. Thank you for your generosity! As reported in this weeks’ Town Hall meeting, our parish is doing well financially as a result of your generosity and our wise stewardship. We have been able to donate almost a hundred thousand dollars to help those devastated by the hurricanes and other disasters in our country and throughout the world. We also support many local charities which help those most in need. Although we also took a “hit” with hurricane Irma, we count our blessings and are very grateful for your continued and generous support. The results of last month’s parish survey were also very encouraging. It was very affirming to read about your relationship with God and how grateful you are for the gift of our parish family. God has certainly blessed us all! People were grateful for our many activities, the sense of a warm and welcoming community in which to call home, and our rich cultural diversity. Although I wish more felt comfortable inviting others to join you for parish events, it was great to see that more and more are doing so! As for suggestions, there was little consensus for improvement but there were many good ideas. It is clear that we are heading in the right direction. It is also evident that many people are unaware of the ministries we presently offer. The pastoral council, parish staff, and clergy will continue to take your comments and suggestions to prayer. Thank you for caring enough to share! On another note, this week I began a study of Fr. Jean-Pierre de Causade’s classic “Abandonment to Divine Providence.” Copies are available for sale at the Lighthouse kiosk as well as online. Please join me via my Facebook (Bill Swengros). If you don’t have access to Facebook, Gaby can print up copies of the discussion for you (813-961-3023). Tonight (Sunday) we are blessed to welcome Fathers Joy, Plut, Dodong, and Cruf from the Diocese of Maasin at 7pm in the Family Center. These four priests will present “An Evening of Songs.” A love offering will be taken. Last but not least, I’d like to again thank you for the honor of journeying with you in Lord as pastor. May God bless you and your family as we grow together as disciples of Christ!

Fr. Bill Swengros, Pastor

Growing together as disciples of Christ Page 2

“My God will supply whatever you need¼” (Phil 4:19).

Parish Upcoming Events Page 3

St. Paul Parish Knights of Columbus Golf Tournament

Saturday, October 21st at 11am Cheval Golf and Country Club 4312 Cheval Blvd Lutz, FL 33558

KofC@StPaulChurch.com

St. Paul Parking Lot

Oct. 21 8am-

1pm

LOTS OF FUN FOR EVERYBODY! Face Painting

Kid’s Play Zone with Bounce Houses Roving Magician, Balloon Artist

Music by Father Victor St. Paul’s very own DJs to entertain you

Snow Cones & Popcorn Games for all ages

Burgers, Hot Dogs, & Chicken provided

Bring a Dish to Share If your last name begins with:

A thru F - Casseroles ….. G thru I - Desserts J thru O - Appetizers ….. P thru T - Salads

U thru Z - Drinks (Suggested)

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

An Evening of Songs The Singing Priests of the

Diocese of Maasin

Sunday October 15

at 7pm

St. Paul Family Center

Sponsored by Santo Nino Shrine, USA and Ang Bisaya of Florida

Free Admission

Thank you Sr. Theresa for teaching the children

about St. Francis and blessing all our animal friends!

To find out more about our preschool contact us at 813-264-3314;

MAguiar@StPaulChurch.com or visit www.StPaulCatholicPreschool.org

Excellence in Catholic preschool education for over 30 years

Infant Baptism ‘I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit’

Children's Corner Page 4

You may bless your pet by saying this beautiful prayer:

Blessing of Animals O God,

you have done all things wisely; in your goodness you have made us in your image

and give us care over all other living things. Reach out with your right hand

and grant that these animals may serve our needs and that your bounty in the resources of this life

may move us to seek more confidently the goal of eternal life. We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

The baptism of a child is a special cause for joy and celebration on the part of the Church, the whole community of faith! Baptism is a birth into the Christian community and is in every way as solemn and important as birth itself. It is an event that needs to be prepared for, and it can serve as a reminder to you about your own faith and what it means to you. If you have any questions regarding Infant Baptism, please contact Elizabeth Hays at: 813-961-3023; EHays@StPaulChurch.com.

NOTE: There will not be any dismissal for the Children’s

Liturgy of the Word on Sunday, October 22nd.

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“My God will supply whatever you need¼” (Phil 4:19).

Liturgy Corner Page 5

Pope Francis: [The parable of the landowner and his vineyard and tenants] helps us to understand what is new and

original in Christianity. It’s not so much the sum of precepts and moral norms, but it is first of all a proposal of love that God, through Jesus, has made and continues to make to humanity. It’s an invitation to enter in this story of love, becoming a vivacious and open vineyard, rich in fruits and hope for all. A closed vineyard can become wild and produce wild grapes. We are called to come out of the vineyard and to put ourselves at the service of brothers that are not with us, to shake one another and encourage each other, to remind ourselves to be the Lord’s vineyard in every environment, including the most distant and uncomfortable. Dear brothers and sisters, we invoke the intercession of Mary Most Holy, to help us to be everywhere, especially in the peripheries of society, the vineyard that the Lord has planted for the good of all, and to bring the new wine of the Lord’s mercy” (Pope

Francis, Angelus, 8 October 2017).

Saints of God: This Wednesday, October 58, is the feast day of St. Luke the evangelist. Recently I met with a candidate for Confirmation who chose St. Luke as his patron saint. When I asked why, this young man related that St. Luke is the author of

both the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles (70-85 AD). In this two volume work he presents the life of Jesus as well as the apostolic Church. He was a physician (Col 4:14), probably native of Antioch. He was a gentile convert to Christianity and friend and companion of St. Paul on his second missionary journey (AA chapters 16, 20, 21, 27 & 28). He also later joined Paul in Rome (2 Tim 4:11). Many scholars also believe he knew the Blessed Mother as he alone relates stories he could have only heard from her. He is known for his love for the Holy Spirit, preferential option for the poor, favorable treatment of women, and universal message of salvation. He stresses the need for total dedication to Christ and notes the life of a true Christian is one of great joy. He is also said to have painted one of the earliest known portraits of our Lord! I for my part was impressed with this young man’s knowledge of St. Luke and have little doubt that with St. Luke as his mentor and guide, he will go far!

To become a prayer partner or send a prayer request please email PartnersinPrayer@StPaulChurch.com

Mass Intentions for the Week of October 15th Saturday October 14, 2017 5:30 pm Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Marcinko + 7:30 pm Martha Paleveda + Sunday October 15, 2017 - Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 am Bruce Lauer + 9:00 am St. Paul Parishioners (int.) 10:45 am Antonio and Consiglia Di Valerio + 12:30 pm Victoria Meier Rivera + 2:00 pm Antonio Lum-Chen+ 5:30 pm Anne Cuellar + Monday October 16, 2017 7:30 am Bill Miller + 12:15 pm JMJ Graduates (int.) Tuesday October 17, 2017 7:30 am Walter McNicholas + 12:15 pm Marie Bobak + Wednesday October 18, 2017 7:30 am Consecrated Life & Priestly Vocations (int.) 12:15 pm John Deiter + Thursday October 19, 2017 7:30 am Bill Miller + 12:15 pm Marie Bobak + Friday October 20, 2017 7:30 am Bill Miller + 12:15 pm Olga Fernandez + 7:30 pm Charles Van Deboe (int.) Saturday October 21, 2017 8:30 am Clara Troncoso + 5:30 pm Mr. and Mrs. Antonio Zichi + 7:30 pm William Greenless + Sunday October 22, 2017 - Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 am Nick and Taylor Tedesco + 9:00 am John B. and Anna B. Gregory + 10:45 am St. Paul Parishioners (int.) 12:30 pm Ryan Joseph Casey + 2:00 pm Ramon Dominguez and Esther Acosta + 5:30 pm Robert F. Shannon +

Readings for the Week of October 15, 2017 Sunday Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time Is 25:6-10a; Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6; Phil 4:12-14, 19-20; Mt 22:1-14 or 22:1-10 Monday Saint Hedwig, Religious; Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, Virgin Rom 1:1-7; Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4; Lk 11:29-32 Tuesday Saint Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop and Martyr Rom 1:16-25; Ps 19:2-3, 4-5; Lk 11:37-41 Wednesday Saint Luke, Evangelist 2 Tm 4:10-17b; Ps 145:10-11, 12-13, 17-18; Lk 10:1-9 Thursday Saints John de Brébeuf and Isaac Jogues, Priests, and Companions, Martyrs Rom 3:21-30; Ps 130:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6ab; Lk 11:47-54 Friday Saint Paul of the Cross, Priest Rom 4:1-8; Ps 32:1b-2, 5, 11; Lk 12:1-7 Saturday Rom 4:13, 16-18; Ps 105:6-7, 8-9, 42-43; Lk 12:8-12 Sunday Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time Is 45:1, 4-6; Ps 96:1, 3, 4-5, 7-8, 9-10; 1 Thes 1:1-5b; Mt 22:15-21

Partners in

PRAYER

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I. Isaiah 25:6-10a A Vision of God Triumphant Reflection: In the prior chapter (24) the Prophet had visualized the ultimate triumph of God, and saw Him enthroned on Mount Zion, all His enemies defeated. Our reading describes the “Messianic Banquet”, or the Feast that will occur, with God as the host, and with all people on earth as His guests. This reading is sometimes called an “Apocalyptic” reading, for the vision of this ultimate and hopeful triumph was “revealed” to the Prophet. It also proposes that for those who rely upon God for “salvation,” they will not be disappointed. God is never unfaithful! II. Philippians 4:12-14, 19-20. A Careful Ancient “Thank You.”

Reflection: You will note that several verses have been (for some reason) deleted from this reading; hence, we see here only a hint of the “thanks” that St. Paul sends to his beloved Philippians. In the ancient world, people did not just say “Thank You,” as we do. And we might find it strange that St. Paul initially says that he really didn’t need the money anyway, because he could survive anything! But that was because otherwise, St. Paul would be seen as a “client” of the Philippian church...when, in reality, the church was his client. In the deleted verses, he amplifies the fact that only that church responded to his financial need....he really was grateful! III. Matthew 22:1-14 Wedding Garments Required. Reflection: Connect this reading with the First Reading, for we have another “Messianic Banquet” being referred to. The idea of a king’s inviting his clients (those who looked

to the king for access to power) to a feast, and the client’s refusal for any reason would shock an ancient listener. Thus, the existing clients are discharged, and others of lower classes are substituted. Now, just as today, if one attended a wedding in cutoffs, a tank-top and flip-flops when everyone else was formal, those doing the inviting would be put out. So in the ancient world. But in the Messianic Banquet, those who come without the proper preparation will also be put out. Hence, we see an “Apocalyptic” strain in Matthew, which will intensify up to the last Gospel reading of this Liturgical Year.

Due to copyright restrictions, we cannot print

the Scriptures before the reflections of Mr.

Conroy. The Scripture for today’s liturgy can

be found in our St. Paul App.

Ambassadors of St. Paul

Representatives of the Prayer Group Amor de Jesus, Pedro Noboa and Guido Alizo were present at our last meeting. Their ministry supports migrant workers at the St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Wauchula. The Knights mailed a $500 check to Sister Gema in St. Michael Parish back in August to show our support to their mission. Would you like to serve and join the Knights? Email us at KofC@StPaulChurch.com

PANAMA MISSION

MINISTRY KEY DATES

Contact us at PanamaMission@StPaulChurch.com for more information on The Family Fun Walk , The July 2018 Mission to Panama Or World Youth Day 2019 Lots of opportunities to participate and make a difference in the lives of others!

We want to celebrate! Are you or a fellow parishioner celebrating a special milestone such as a birthday, anniversary, graduation, or other special event? Are you expecting a child or preparing to

move? Please call Elizabeth at the parish office and let us know! We would like to remember you in our prayers and invite you to bring up the gifts at the Sunday Mass. Let your parish family be a part of your celebration!

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“My God will supply whatever you need¼” (Phil 4:19).

Growing together as disciples! Page 7

Pope Francis' Prayer Intention for the month of October (For the Workers and the Unemployed)

That all workers may receive respect and protection of their rights, and that the unemployed may receive the opportunity to contribute to the common good. Let us pray to the Lord!

Thank You St. Paul Parishioners for your very generous donations during our Diaper Drive!!

Our crib was overflowing!

OUR LADY OF GOOD HEALTH NOVENA

AND MASS Friday October 20th

7pm Novena 7:30pm Mass

Join us!

Please keep all Servicemen and women in your prayers and especially those from our church family:

Hans C. Arcand, 2nd LT. USAF

Martin O. Reina, USCG

Patrick Rose, Capt PA, US Army

Nicholas Ringo, III US Navy

Mathew M Colon, Sgt., US Army

Michael Dunkelberger, Master Sargent, USAF

Christopher A. Garcia, LTJG, U.S. Navy

Richard Majette, Captain, USMC

Katrina Monti, Captain, PA US Army

Jonathan Monti, Major, PA US Army

Richard Sison Jr, 2nd Lt., USAF

Matthew Mooney, Captain, USAF

Curtis Gardner, Sergeant, USAF

Adriana Trigg, USAF

Anthony Mazzie, US Army

Luis Luccani, PO, US Navy

Austin Jacob Ferlita, Pvt2s, US Army

Josh C. Seal, PO, US Navy

Corinna Fleischmann, CDR, USCG.

Morganne Oyler, US Navy

Sean C. Andino, Ensign, US Navy

Thomas Krasnicki, Lt, US Navy

Brett Smith, US Marine Corp.

Dominick J. Agnes III, Sgt, US Marine Corps

Brian J. Babin, SS, USMC

Spencer M. Brown, U.S. Army, Pvt.

John Erickson, Cpl US Army

Jacob Torrens, US Army, Pvt

Cody Rigney, LT, US Navy

Adam Tapia, LT, US Army To add your family member’s name serving on active duty,

please email EHays@StPaulChurch.com.

Deo Gratias: We thank Fr. Bill and all those who

helped make this year’s Blessing of Pets in honor of St. Francis of Assisi such a success. We also thank all those who helped with our first SOS Mother - Daughter Tea and Luncheon. It was an amazing event and hopefully one we will be able to enjoy year after year! This week we received bulletins from Arizona, Arkansas, California, Indianapolis, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Virginia, and Florida! Thank you for sharing bulletins from your travels with us. It is wonderful to read how God is working through our sister parishes!

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St. Paul Faith Formation We are rooted in Faith and growing in grace

First Communion Families: Retreat days are: Saturday, October 21 or October 28, starting at 1:30pm ending with 5:30pm Mass. Thank you for registering your child! We look forward to a wonderful experience with you and your child!

All families: It’s coming on Oct. 31st!

What?

A new way to celebrate all Hallow’s

Eve!!! It’s the best way, no stress for parents, fun

time for kids, you’ll have treating the night away! Stay tuned for more details next week! Hint: it begins with Mass at 5:30pm….you won’t want to miss it!!

We thank all the volunteer catechists for their love of our Catholic faith and desire to share it with our children/youth. We are so excited with the coming year and all the spiritual fruits that it will bring to our families and our parish. PARENTS - We ask that you stay in your child’s class at least two times during the year and to be a part of their learning! See your child’s teacher to select your day! If you have not yet registered your child it is not too late…. we invite you to register now. Even if your child has already received First Holy Communion or Confirmation, their learning should never stop. Call the Faith Formation Office at 813-961-3023 Guardian Angel Prayer: This is a special prayer which we should all memorize: Angel of God, my guardian dear, To whom God's love commits me here, Ever this day, be at my side, To light and guard, Rule and guide. Amen.

Thank you to our catechist, Mrs. Melissa

Luria, and the American Heritage Girls Group for facilitating our children’s Retreat called “Putting on the Armor of God” for our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders registered in our Faith Formation program. The children had a wonderful time getting closer to Christ in a spirit filled day.

Faith Formation Classes ARE IN FULL SWING!

Are you as smart as a 8th grader? What is evangelization?

On a Lighter Note: On an old man’ s shirt was written a sentence: 'I am not 80 years old; I am sweet 16 with 64 years of experience.'

A. .Sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with others.

“My God will supply whatever you need¼” (Phil 4:19).

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Contact: Ana Garcia – Youth Minister agarcia@stpaulchurch.com

Join the fellowship! Join our High School Youth Group The ROCK!

We come together for fun, faith and fellowship. Dinner will be served!!

Do You have true genuine friends that care about you? How do you deal with peer pressure? Who are the people you surround yourself with and what does

God teach us about it? Join us as we dive into a video series: Friends!

Pumpkin Patch is open the whole month of October! Thanks so much to all the volunteers who have come

out to help, we appreciate your service. Did you know that selling pumpkins helps us with

scholarships for students, summer camps and confirmation retreats? Will you consider giving of

your time to help us sell pumpkins? Sign-up in our home page!

WWW.STPAULCHURCH.COM

Sundays

from

6:30-8:30pm

@

St. Michael

Bldg.

We are going to Lifeteen Covecrest

this year! Summer Camp Dates are: July 23-28th

High Schoolers and incoming freshmen can attend. If you are interested email

agarcia@stpaulchurch.com to pre-reserve a spot so we can get a

headcount of teens interested. An experience of a lifetime,

you will never forget!

Community Event! Page 10

Sponsored by St. Paul Council of Catholic Women

St. Paul Catholic Church Parking Lot 12708 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa

Date: Saturday October 21, 2017 Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm

Just like a garage sale, you gather and price your items, manage the sale of your items and keep all your profits.

We provide the space and the advertising.

Reserve your parking lot space now for $20.00. You will be assigned 2 parking spots, one for your car one for your junk.

Pre-registration is a must. No day of event registrations will be allowed.

Contact Janet Daggs (813) 230-4048 Janetdaggs@gmail.com for more information or to reserve your parking space today.

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Weekly Offertory Sunday October 8, 2017

Offertory 9/10: $ 27,483 Online Giving $ 12,375 Attendance: 3,393 Envelopes: 727

Thank you for your Generosity!

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“My God will supply whatever you need¼” (Phil 4:19).

Stewardship a Way of Life Page 11

Sign up for Online Giving! It’s simple and convenient.

Go to StPaulChurch.com, and click on the Online Giving link

for more info on how to sign up.

REJOICE IN HOPE

W e h a v e m e t o u r g o a l f o r t h e 2 0 1 7 A n n u a l P a s t o r a l A p p e a l ! T h a n k y o u f o r y o u r G e n e r o s i t y !

Through your generosity, we have again met our goal for APA. Despite having reached our pledge goal, there are some that are unable to meet their commitment. Thus, your continued generosity is most welcome and necessary. Should we exceed our dollar commitment, the surplus will come back to the parish. In the past, this has enabled us to make many important improvements at the parish.

If you have questions, please contact Nancy at nkissane@stpaulchurch.com or 961-3023.

Next week we celebrate World Mission Sunday. Each year the entire Church is invited to support the young mission diocese in Africa, Asia, the Pacific Islands, and parts of Latin America and Europe where priests, religious, and lay leaders serve the poorest of the poor. This year, we are invited to “Chat With the Pope” to learn more about his missions. You can learn more by going to ChatWithThePope.org.

Coffee & Donuts

The Jamaica Mission 2018 Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

TODAY

Coffee and Donuts will resume next Sunday hosted by the Pastoral Council.

Leave a Legacy …Thinking about leaving a legacy gift by including St. Paul Church in your will? Contact Michael Maloney 961-3023 e-mail mmaloney@stpaulchurch.com

Develop an “Attitude of Gratitude” … Living gratefully calls us to be mindful of the grace of God in our lives. We can grow in gratitude by taking some time each day to acknowledge our blessings: The blessing of God’s love: Begin each day by thanking God for the wonder of God’s love; look for signs of this great love in Sacred Scripture, the sacraments, and the ways you are touched by others. The blessing of life and self: Become more conscious of the gift of each day; even when life is difficult, find something to consciously be thankful for; share yourself with others and see how your selflessness touches their lives. The blessing of family and friends: Thank your family and friends for signs of their love and care; remember that the love you experience in others is a reminder of God’s love; intentionally reach out to friends with whom you lose touch or those whom you do not see regularly. The blessing of financial or material resources: Even when we experience loss of our job or underemployment, we can find blessings hidden in the circumstances of our lives. If you have work and are financially secure, be grateful and grow in willingness to share with others; if you are less materially secure, seek the blessing that may be hidden in the midst of your life at this time, perhaps in the concern you experience from others, including those in your parish and local community. The blessing of our St. Paul Parish Community: Being surrounded by others who are growing in gratitude is the ideal way to develop a life of gratefulness yourself; contribute to your parish, by offering your time to an organization or a seasonal service project; become part of an ongoing group such as those for people in various stages of life (mom or dad’s groups, senior gatherings, teen or young adult ministry) or find something to which you have something to contribute. Belonging within our parish community will help us recognize our blessings more deeply than we might imagine. The Stewardship Project

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The Panama Mission Ministry Offers Christmas Cards

Feliz Navidad! Christmas Cards

to be AVAILABLE at St. Paul.

Coming soon!

We are pleased to share that we have the opportunity to offer you CHRISTMAS CARDS for you to evangelize the true meaning of Christmas - the birth of Jesus Christ!! Multiple designs available Multiple price points and very reasonably priced 100% of the profits support the Panama Mission Designed around the true meaning of Christmas Beginning the last week of October, LOOK for US to PRE-ORDER!! All cards will be delivered before Thanksgiving.

Rosary Prayer

Vigil

Saturday, October 28th

Happening Soon….Our annual 40 Days For Life Prayer Vigil at the abortion clinic on Fletcher Avenue. All are invited to spend an hour or two in prayer with the Respect Life Ministry and other local churches, as we pray the Rosary for an end to abortion and for God’s healing for the many women, men, and families hurting from a past abortion decision. Please consider coming to pray peacefully with us and others in the community. Sign up at the Respect Life by emailing RespectLife@StPaulChurch.com

Psalm 139, v13-16 You formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s womb. I praise you, because I am wonderfully made; wonderful are your works! My very self you know. My bones are not hidden from you, When I was being made in secret, fashioned in the depths of the earth. Your eyes saw me unformed; in your book all are written down; my days were shaped, before one came to be.

St. Vincent De Paul Pantry Hours Monday & Thursday 9am -12pm

Assistance Line: 813-264-3325 Thanks to each of you who continue to support SVDP. You are listening to the prompting of the Holy Spirit to feed the hungry and house the

homeless. Our St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry feeds more than 50 families each week. Feeding so many, our pantry shelves don’t stay full for very long. If you would like to help, food donations can be left in the

marked baskets in the church Narthex. Please note we are unable to use expired items.

Wish List This Week:

Tuna, Spaghetti, Pasta Sauce

Thank you for your generosity! ~ SVdP

Faith in Action: God really does provide for those who are grateful and generous. This is very difficult for people that don’t live a stewardship

lifestyle to believe. People are skeptical and say it’s just coincidence. If you are skeptical, try living a stewardship lifestyle for just one month – be generous with your gifts of time, talent and treasure and see how God provides for your needs. \

Living Faith: Many of those who were invited to the wedding feast in today’s Gospel refused to attend. Of those guests who did attend, one failed to dress in his best clothes. Who are you in the story? One who refuses to attend, doesn’t give God his best or attends AND gives God his best? What does it mean to give God your best? Great question to discuss on the way home from Church!

St. Paul Active Retired Seniors Ministry Join us in our next meeting on Wednesday, October 18th at 1:00 pm in the Parish Center Room F. Hope to see you there.

A Day of Healing with Fr. Scallon and Sr. Briege Our Lady of Providence House of Prayer

Saturday November 4 from 10am to 5:30pm Register at www.divineprovidence.org

Taste of St. Timothy Event Thursday October 19th from 6pm-9pm

St. Timothy Catholic Church Contact them at 813-968-1077 for ticket sales.

Outreach Ministries and Community Events Page 13

“My God will supply whatever you need¼” (Phil 4:19).

Serving St. Paul Parishioners for 25 Years! Legal Consultation and Referral Service on Mondays and Wednesdays by appointment.

Please call 813-961-3023.

Encuentro del Movimiento Cursillo de Cristiandad St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church

9724 Cross Creek Blvd. Tampa, Fl. 33647 on Friday, October 20th and Saturday, October

21st

More information please email Normaflaq616@yahoo.com

Courage Courage is a group of Catholics who experience same-sex attractions and who are committed to helping one another to live chaste lives marked by prayer, fellowship and mutual support. This support ministry is sponsored by our diocese. Email courage.tampabay@gmail.com or call 954-778-2101. Courage International please go to www.couragerc.org EnCourage is a spiritual support group for family members and friends of men and women who experience same‐sex attractions. encourage.tampabay@gmail.com or call 813-570-1163. Watch "The Courage Apostolate” on EWTN: Frontier ch. 285 and Spectrum ch. 11 on October 29 at 5:00 pm. Watch "The EnCourage Apostolate” on October 8 at 5:00 pm, November 19 at 5:00 pm or November 22 at 11:00 pm

Counseling Services offered by Dr. Pat Berne

Please call to make an appointment 813-961-3023