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St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Office: 11730 Old St. Augustine Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32258

Main Church: 11757 Old St. Augustine Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32258 Historic Church: 4124 Loretto Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32223

Contact us at 904-268-5422—Visit us at www.stjosephsjax.org www.facebook.com/stjosephsjax or www.twitter.com/stjosephsjax

Our Mission

The members of St. Joseph’s Parish believe that Jesus Christ is the focal point of a caring Christian Community. The mission of our Parish Family, therefore, is to create, maintain, nurture, and foster an

environment that will encourage us, and assist us in reaching our full potential through growth in the knowledge and image of Christ in every facet of our lives.

Challenged by life-long learning and affirmed by active participation, St. Joseph’s Parish Family proclaims boldly the Word of God, and with abounding joy celebrates the Holy Eucharist—the summit of Christian worship and spirituality—and through outreach, supports and ministers to the community at large.

Pastor: Father Sebastian K. George, CMI

Parochial Vicars: Father Bernard Ahern, Father John Sollee—[email protected]

Pastoral Associates: Deacon Kevin Boudreaux, Deacon Bob Gardner, Deacon (Corky) Hecht, Deacon Bob Repke

Church Office—Hours: M - F 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.—904-268-5422 (closed for lunch from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.)

Parish Administrator: Patrick Kinnare

Office Manager: Jackie Gould—[email protected] Bookkeeper: Wyndee Joseph—[email protected]

Administrative Assistant/Receptionist: Angela Drain—[email protected] Music Director: Frank DeProspo

Wedding Facilitator: Genny Cruz—[email protected] or 904-304-4579 Maintenance: Gerry Serfilippi

Cemetery: Tony Fiano—[email protected] Bulletin / Reflections Editor: Carron Tooke—[email protected]

Cody Enrichment Center—Hours: M - F 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.—904-880-6404

Director of Activities / Building Manager, CEC: Filomena Battista—[email protected]

Administer of Religious Education (ARE): Lourdes Flemming—[email protected] Assistant to the ARE: Sylvia Boudreaux—[email protected]

Youth Minister: Katie Gunkle—[email protected]

St. Joseph School—Hours: M - F 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.—904-268-6688

Principal: Robin Fecitt—www.stjosephcs.org Assistant Principal: Theresa Twisdale Office Manager: Cecile Fung Business Manager: Holly Johnson

Parish Directors

Parish Council: Michael Broach Stewardship: Karen Rasmussen Finances/Building: John Alexander

September 22, 2019

Something delicious: This weekend the Welcome Wagon and the Scouts will be handing out doughnuts outside the main doors of the church

after the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Masses.

View this bulletin online at www.DiscoverMass.com

Dear Parish Family,

T h i s w e e k e n d ’ s p a r a b l e immediately follows up last weekend’s story of the prodigal son and has a similar theme. The steward, like the prodigal son, was wasteful with the master’s property. However, unlike the prodigal son who in a great act of humi l i ty retu rned seek ing forgiveness, the steward held true

to his desires for financial security and quickly made deals with the master’s debtors (at the expense of the master) to ensure the steward’s own well-being. Another way of putting it is, the prodigal son accepted the fact he had done wrong and was willing to live with the consequences of his actions while the steward doubled down on his corruption and selfishness in order to preserve his own best interest. The prodigal son had an authentic moment of conversion. The steward is refusing to accept the consequences of his actions and is steadfast in his world view that blots out the supremacy of

God. Our Beloved Lord closes his teaching by stating no person can serve two masters and the lure of wealth, power and prestige are ones that can very easily ensnare the soul. As human

persons we necessarily need material items just to maintain our existence. We need food, water, shelter, medical care, etc. … but those items need to always be viewed as means and not ends. The items listed above and others like them are tools that we require to aid us in achieving our ultimate end which is the vision of God, Himself, in Heaven. God gave us our own individual talents and abilities for the betterment and growth of His kingdom and not the growth of our bank accounts.

As Participation Month continues, I want to thank all those ministries who have filled the gathering areas these past weekends. It is a true testament to the vibrant life of this Parish to see over the course of a month such a diversity of ministries and means by which all of us can grow more deeply in our love of Jesus through prayer and service.

Our annual Fall Festival is just around the corner and I encourage all of you to not only come out and enjoy the fun and fellowship of the day but to also volunteer. Even if all you can do is help for one hour your assistance is needed and appreciated.

God bless, Fr. Sebastian

Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Our Church is much more than a mere building. It is a communion of life and love in Jesus, rooted in our weekly Sunday Eucharist. As partakers in our Eucharistic Lord, we are to share Jesus with one another through service,

outreach, accompaniment, and fellowship. Each weekend in September, several ministries will be stationed in the Gathering Area after Mass to welcome you and invite you to participate! We are blessed to have many vibrant ministries and there certainly is “something for everyone.”

· Homeless Outreach · Human Life and Dignity

· Parish Medical Mission · Prayer Blanket Ministry · Sacristan / Housekeeping

· Scouts BSA

(Cub Scouts and BSA Troop 473) · Stewardship Committee · Welcome C.R.H.P. Ministry

This weekend, the following ministries will be available and are waiting for you: Fellowship and Outreach

“For as in one body we have many parts, and all the parts do not have the same function, so we, though many, are one body in Christ - and individually parts of one another.” --Rom 12:4-5

Participation Month

Pastor’s Notes


Masses

Main Church The LORD’s Day

Vigil: Saturday—5:30 p.m.

Sunday: 8:00 a.m. (Rosary at 7:30 a.m.)

10:00 a.m. (Sign Interpreted)

12:00 noon

5:00 p.m. (Youth Mass)

Mass in Albanian: 6:30 p.m.

School Mass Wednesdays at 8:15 a.m.

Historic Church The LORD’s Day

Mass in Spanish: 8:30 a.m. (Misa en español a las 8:30 a.m.)**

Mass in Polish: 10:00 a.m. (2nd & 4th Sundays)

Mass in Portuguese: 6:00 p.m.

Traditional Mass in Latin: 11:15 a.m.*

Weekday Masses Monday - Saturday—8:00 a.m.

First Friday Mass and Devotions—7:00 p.m.

Cody Center Chapel Tuesday & Thursday—6:00 p.m.

*On the 1st Sunday of the month immediately following the

Traditional Latin Mass there will be Vespers and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.

**Misa en español todos los jueves a las 7:00 p.m. y Misa por las

familias el primer miércoles de cada mes a las 7:00 p.m.

Weekly Schedule

Did You Know? The Second Commandment calls us to revere and respect the name of God. Matthew’s Gospel gives us the clear words of Jesus: “You shall not swear falsely … But I say to you, Do not swear at all … Let what you say be simply ‘Yes’ or No.” This does not prevent us from taking oaths in a civil place, like court, but rather to not

frivolously use the name of the Lord in our daily lives. (CCC # 2142-2154)

El Segundo mandamiento nos llama a venerar y respetar el nombre de Dios. El Evangelio de Mateo nos da las palabras claras de Jesús: “No jurarás en falso … Pero yo les digo: ¡No juren! … Digan SI cuando es sí, y NO cuando es no.” Esto no nos impide hacer juramentos en un lugar civil, como un tribunal, sino más bien no usar insignificantemente el nombre del Señor en nuestra vida cotidiana. (CCC # 2142-2154)

Eucharistic Adoration

Cody Center Chapel

Monday - Friday Following morning Mass - 10:00 p.m.

First Friday Following morning Mass - 7:45 a.m. Saturday

Second Thursday of the Month 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Friday

Adoration for Vocations Last Friday of the month from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Praise the LORD who lifts up the poor.

Reconciliation

Marian Center Saturday, 4:30 p.m.

You may also schedule an appointment, 268-5422

Main Church 7:30 a.m. before the 8:15 a.m. School Mass

Historic Church 7:30 a.m. before the 8:00 a.m. daily Mass

Confesiones antes de la misa los domingos 8:00 a.m. a 8:25 a.m.

Sundays before the 11:15 a.m. Traditional Mass in Latin

Salón Clergy Room (Segundo piso del Cody Center)

Confesiones y dirección espiritual, los jueves de 4:00 p.m. a 6:00 p.m.

St. Joseph’s Parish Prayer Intention In your daily prayers this week, please pray for our school-aged children, that our example and their faith be shields protecting them from the temptations

of secular society.


The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic Church? Are you answering a call to become Catholic but are not sure

how or where to begin? If you are, please consider attending the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). The Catholic Church uses the RCIA Process to instruct and welcome new members. RCIA

provides instruction that covers all major aspects of the Catholic Faith, an opportunity to ask questions about the Faith, and a parish community who will support you on your journey. RCIA Meetings are on Sundays in the Marian Chapel of the Main Church from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and includes participation in

the 10:00 a.m. Mass Liturgy of the Word.

New this year! Refresh Are you a confirmed Catholic who has questions about your faith? Would you like to be refreshed on major aspects of your faith? St. Joseph’s is offering the opportunity for any parishioner to

come and REFRESH his/her understanding of our Catholic Faith. The REFRESH group will join the RCIA catechumens and candidates on Sundays at 9:00 a.m. in the Marian Chapel of the Main Church to receive instruction about our Catholic Faith. Father John Sollee will be teaching many of these

classes. The REFRESH group will then be dismissed at 10:00 a.m. to give them the opportunity to attend the 10:00 a.m. Mass. The first meeting will begin on THIS Sunday, September 22.

To enroll in either RCIA or Refresh, or if you have

any questions, please contact Mike and Michelle Peters at michellecpeters @hotmail.com or 904-710-2508.

Praise, you servants of the LORD, praise the name of the LORD.

The Sacrament of Matrimony To schedule a wedding, an engaged couple must meet with their parish priest or deacon at least eight months before their proposed wedding date.

Preparation for the sacrament includes attending a diocesan program such as Engaged Encounter or Pre Cana, and completing the FOCCUS inventory or Prepare/Enrich. Couples of child-bearing age will also need to take a full course of Natural Family Planning. Pre-registration for each

of these programs is required. For more information on marriage preparation programs, please contact the Office of Family Life at [email protected] or 904-262-3200 x 289. If you would like to have your wedding at St. Joseph’s please contact our Wedding Facilitator, Genny

Cruz, [email protected] or 904-304-4579.

The Sacrament of Baptism If you would like to have your precious child baptized in our parish, please call the office, 904-268-5422, for a baptism packet and to register for a baptism

seminar. Parents, you must be registered members of our parish or present us with a letter of permission to have your baby baptized outside of your parish in order to have the sacrament here. Godparents must be confirmed, practicing Catholics at least 16 years old. They will be required to have their sponsor letter

signed and sealed by the pastor of the Catholic church at which they attend.

You are not alone…

There is no need to feel alone when real help is available for an unplanned pregnancy. Caring Choices offers help through counseling, support, education, resources, and referrals. This is one decision not to face alone! Call (866) 901-9647.

If you are struggling with emotional or spiritual pain following an abortion, there are two post-abortion healing ministries available that will lovingly help transform your pain to hope, and through reconciliation provide peace.

· Project Rachel—904-923-9203 with professional

counselors and individual priests

· Rachel’s Vineyard—Next retreat is October 11 - 13

Please contact us at [email protected] or 904-221-3232 to register or if you have any questions.

Were you married outside the Catholic Church and have a desire for your marriage to become a Sacrament?

Pathways to the Sacraments is both an invitation filled with welcome, compassion, and support and an opportunity to examine your pathway toward sacramental marriage in the Church! Join us for the upcoming informational gathering at the Cody Center on Thursday, October 3 at 7:00

p.m. Please register at [email protected].

Becoming a Catholic


Elliott Falcon, USN Andrew Field, USN

Christopher Heywood, USA

Christopher Karnbach, USN Gabriel Kaszanits USA Edgardo Madera, USA

Conner Moon, USAF Devon Mosteller, USA

Steven D. Neuendorf, USA Andrew Orr, USA

Justin Pritchard, USA Joe Pultro, USA & his unit

Zack D. Rome, USMC Peter Samson, USN

Miles Schumacher, USN Andrew Stoner, USN

Brandon Swindler, USN Alex Templeton, USA Gerard White, USN

Elliott Falcon USN Justin Pritchard USA

Please Pray for Our Deployed Militaryy

Blessed be the name of the LORD both now and forever.

Anointing of the Sick If you are scheduled to have surgery or a medical procedure and would like to receive the sacrament of the sick, please contact the office, 904-268-5422,

to make an appointment with one of our priests.

Monday: Ezra 1:1-6/Psalm 126/Luke 8:16-18

Tuesday: Ezra 6:7-8, 12b, 14-20/Psalm 122/

Luke 8:19-21

Wednesday: Ezra 9:5-9/Tobit 13:2-8/Luke 9:1-6

Thursday: Haggai 1:1-8/Psalm 149/Luke 9:7-9

Friday: Haggai 2:1-9/Psalm 43/Luke 9:18-22

Saturday: Zechariah 2:5-9, 14-15a/

Jeremiah 31:10-13/Luke 9:43b-45

Sunday: Amos 6:1a, 4-7/Psalm 146/

1 Timothy 6:11-16/Luke 16:19-31

Readings for September 23 - 29

To access daily readings online, visit usccb.org

“During a Holy Hour our Lord gives us the courage to cope with our natural fears, the ability to undertake great things for the sake of His name, and the power

to undergo great trials.” -Fr. Hardon

Low-gluten hosts are available at each Mass upon request.

Please contact the office, 268-5422.

Adoration for Vocations Please join us on Friday, September 27, in the Cody Center Chapel, from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. For more information or if you have any questions contact Kim

and Matt Breen, 904-636-8606.

We will be praying for our beloved Bishop, priests, deacons, seminarians, religious, and those considering vocations to the priesthood and the religious life. This month, keep seminarians Esteban

Merkt and Charles Bemis in your prayers.

Bulletin Announcements Please remember that announcements are due in the office by 9:00 a.m. two Fridays prior to the weekend you want it to appear in the bulletin. You

may email announcements to Carron Tooke at [email protected], FAX them to 292-0248, or drop them off at the church office.

With Loving Sympathy

To Nancy Brehm (wife), Holly Brehm (daughter) and Family on the death of Robert Brehm To Alicia Manalo and Family on the death of her Sister, Aurora Aquino de Leon To Sue Olsen and Family on the death of her Husband, Gordon To Mary Shanks (mother-in-law), Dawn Mull (cousin) and Family on the death of Curtis Shanks

F a m i l y m e m b e r s gathered together to celebrate and pray the

Rosary in honor of the 100th Wedding Anniversary of the late Sidney and Lucy Mickler. They were married in the Historic Church on August 9, 1919. Sidney and Lucy raised 10 children in Palm Valley. Six of whom are still alive (Sidney, Jr. pictured in

the blue shirt). Sidney built the well-known Mickler Fishing Pier.

100th Anniversary Celebrationon


Please Pray for our Expectant Mothers

Welcome to God’s Family!

Christina Auzmendi Jenna Benincasa Kayla Campbell

Andrea Egan Jennifer George

Mary Hornsby

Kaylee Janusko Christine Hornsby Newman

Jennifer Turner Horvath Kiley Kaminski


Mass Intentions

Saturday, September 21—8:00 a.m.—Historic Church t Antonina LaRussa—Rose Ann Sicari

5:30 p.m. t Genevieve Kawalko—Christine & Roger Hearn

Sunday September 22—8:00 a.m.—Main Church

♥ Parishoners of St. Joseph’s

10:00 a.m. t William & Mrs. McCully—St. Joseph’s

12:00 p.m. t Joseph Anello—The Anello Family

5:00 p.m. t Lillie Esposito—Her Loving Family

Monday, September 23—8:00 a.m.—Historic Churchrch

t Mary P. Thompson—The Monfort Family

Tuesday, September 24—8:00 a.m.—Historic Church

t Andrew Drukalski—His Loving Family t Joshua Palompo—Sheila & Greg Trinidad

t Paul Luc Nguyen—Kim Nguyen

6:00 p.m.—Cody Chapel t “Rocky” Claude Rocheleau—Wyndham Lakes EMHCs

Wednesday, September 25—8:15 a.m.—Main Church

t Bernadette Merrigan—The PecksFmaily

Thursday, September 26—8:00 a.m.—Historic Church

t Joshua Palompo—Mr. & Mrs. Salvaleon t Mariette Woodard—Kim Nguyen

t Fr. Alexander Ducci—Mr. & Mrs. Bill Satchwell

6:00 p.m.—Cody Chapel t Joseph Fitzmayer—Barbara Fitzmayer

Friday, September 27—8:00 a.m.—Historic Church

t John M. Zurvalec—Cathy Watts

Saturday, September 28—8:00 a.m.—Historic Church

t Donald Benedict—Richard & Janet Dickas

5:30 p.m. t Mariette Woodard—Barbara Metallo

Sunday September 29—8:00 a.m.—Main Church

t David Schockling—Dan Schockling

10:00 a.m. ♥ Parishioners of St. Joseph’s

12:00 p.m. t Caroline Comeaux—The Esposito Family

5:00 p.m. t Leona Clementine Jacobs—Tony & Ann Stoner

Please Pray for our Families and Friends who are sick and suffering

Eloise Brance Cindy Brown

Stephanie Bruce Ruth Carter

Chester Crowell Barbara Covington

Anita Cruz Crucieda Delli-Capagni

Ana de Borgia Doris Dostie

Hope Ferrigno Theresa Fiorello

Peyton Frye Tony Frye

Cathy Guella John Guella

Janice Haesler Charles Hemsoth

Elise Higbe

William Timothy Hulsey Michael Hynes

Baby Claire Janusko Isabella Kinnare

Gloria Leslie Erin Malone

Rebecca Martin Rick Martin

Bonnie McNulty Francis Nerf

Anna Marie Ramus Nick Solimine

Patty Sparkman Thomas Tooke

George Waldoch Joe Wallingford

Dave Wilson Barry York

Adoration Flowers for the week of

September 23 - 27 are from the

Arimbuyutan Family In Thanksgiving

William Farhan Omran

Aubrielle Clare Stegner

Recently Baptized


This weekend the second offering will be for Help Spread the Faith

Catholic Communications Appeal.

Next weekend the second offering will be for Meals on Wheels.

“True generosity is an offering; given freely and out of pure love. No strings attached. No expectations. Time and love are the most valuable possession

you can share.” -Suze Orman

Are you New to the Parish? In order to better serve you, please fill out a blue registration card located at the table in the gathering area of the Church and leave it with a

greeter or usher, or submit the form on the parish registration page of the website.

In order to be a sponsor for Baptism or Confirmation, or to have a Baptism at the Parish, you must be a registered parishioner.

Please don’t hesitate to call if you have any questions, 904-268-5422.

Capital Campaign

1035 donors $4,860,056 pledged

$1,009,389.12 given

Thank You for your generous support!

High above all nations is the LORD; above the heavens is his glory.

Offering for the Weekend of September 15

Faith Direct Listed once a month

Regular Offering $18,918.42

Mass in Albanian $305.02

Mass in Latin $613.00

Mass in Portuguese $467.00

Mass in Spanish $897.50

Poor Box $108.82

Children’s Offering $208.00

Parish Assessments $3,852.43

Building and Property Maintenance $144.00

Help Spread the Faith Catholic Communications Appeal

This weekend, we are taking up the collection for the Help Spread the Faith Catholic Communications

Appeal. Your support helps the diocese connect people to Christ, through the internet, social media, radio, and print media such as the St. Augustine Catholic magazine. Ninety percent of the funds collected remain in our diocese to support our local efforts. Ten percent of the funds help support Queen

of Peace Radio and national evangelization efforts on behalf of the U.S. Bishop’s Conference. Be a part of this appeal to spread the gospel message, and support our needs today! To learn more, email [email protected].

We are very grateful for your support of your parish.

We couldn't do all we do without your generosity!

Faith Direct Electronic Giving If you would like to sign up for eGiving please visit www.faithdirect.net and use our church code, FL423 or call 866-507-8757.

Parish Religious Education Program: PREP is now in session. For information please call:

904-880-6404 ext.122 or 123 on weekdays except Wednesday. On Wednesdays call 904-268-6688 ext.120 from 4:00 - 8:30 p.m.


Upcoming Parish Events Saturday, October 5—BINGO! Friday, October 11—BINGO!

Sunday, October 13: Fall Festival

Who is like the LORD, our God, who is enthroned on high and looks upon the heavens and the earth below?

Help for Victims of Hurricane Dorian

There are three options for individuals who want to

help victims of Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas:

· You can donate to Catholic Relief Services

who are already on the ground in the Bahamas assisting in response efforts. Their link for donations is https://support.crs.org/donate/hurricane-dorian.

· For any affected areas on the American coast,

relief efforts will be supported by Catholic Charities USA at app.mobilecause.com/form/RTKRvQ?vid=1snqm.

· Also locally, we know of evacuees from

Bahamas that are arriving in our diocese. We will be supporting them with living essentials and any other services as needed. We currently expect about 48 women with 100 children to arrive during the next few days. If

you would like to make a donation towards local assistance to evacuees, please send your donation to: Catholic Charities Bureau, Inc. 134 E. Church Street Jacksonville, FL 32202 Attn. Anita Hassell.

Should you chose to donate to our local Catholic

Charities, I will be glad to provide you with updates on how your money is used. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Anita Hassell via email at [email protected], or call (904) 899-5506.

Knights of Columbus “Buckets for the Bahamas”

The devastation to Abaco and Grand B a h a m a I s l a n d s i s b e y o n d

comprehension. Much of Grand Bahama Island

including the airport remains underwater. There are hundreds of thousands of people without shelter, food, water or essentials of life.

The Knights of Columbus has initiated “Buckets for the Bahamas” to collect monetary donations. 100% of

the money collected will go directly to the Disaster Relief for The Bahamas affected by Hurricane Dorian. The Knights of Columbus will be at the church exits so you can place your monetary donations in the Buckets. Check donations can be made out to the Knights of Columbus 10850. Memo section should

read “The Bahamas Disaster Relief”.

You can also visit the Florida State Knights of Columbus Council website at www.floridakofc.org then click on the "Donate Now" button located on the menu bar, then follow the instructions. Thanks for

being there to help people in desperate need. Questions: Email [email protected] – Pablo Cruz.

· Rosary Congress for the unborn—Friday,

September 27 - Friday, October 4 · Adoration at Assumption parish—Saturday,

September 28—all are welcome to attend · Respect Life Weekend—October 5 and 6 · Life Chain—Sunday, October 6—1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

—Cody Center—We will stand and pray the Rosary for the first hour. The second hour will be spent in adoration in the Cody Chapel.

· Florida Respect Life Conference In the Heart of

Our Mother—Friday, October 11 at the Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche; Saturday, October 12 at St. Anastasia Catholic Church—Everyone is invited—Please register at www.dosaf l .com/respectlifeconference or see the brochures in the

gathering area. For further information please contact May Oliver, 904-262-3200, ext. 159.

Contact May Oliver, 904-262–3200 ex 159 or [email protected] or [email protected] for further information.

Rose Procession: The Annual pro-life rose procession will be held during the Respect Life Weekend Masses, October 5 and 6 during the 5:30 vigil Mass, the 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and noon Masses. The Rose Procession is one way to take a stand against abortion as a result of the 1973 Supreme Court

decision of Roe vs. Wade, which made abortion legal in our country. Since that decision, there have been over 50 million abortions to date. We are looking for adults and children born from 1973 to 2019, as well as an expecting mother for each Mass

to please sign up on the board in the Gathering area after Mass. If you have any questions, please contact Peggy Truss at 704-2452 or email [email protected]. Thank you.

Human Life and Dignity—(Respect Life)

PLEASE STOP BY OUR TABLE ON THIS WEEKEND TO SEE HOW YOU CAN STAND OF LIFE , OR PRAY FOR THE UNBORN


He raised up the lowly from the dust; from the dunghill he lifts up the poor . . .

“Fostering students’ growth in wisdom and virtue, rooted in the truth of Christ and his church.”

School Pep Rally

8th Grade Spiritual Retreat


The nights f Columbus elps ith relief fforts or he Bahamas nitiated by atie unkle.

. . . to seat them with princes, with the princes of his own people.

For more information contact Vinny Terlizzi, 904-742-8777 or vaterlizzi@ gmail.com

NO CHILDREN ALLOWED PER STATE LAW.

PLENTY OF LIGHTED PARKING

AND SECURITY

ON PREMISES.

GREAT FOOD,

DRINKS AND

SNACKS

October 5

and a special

BINGO on

October 11

BIG JACKPOT S Lots of Games 50/50s & Door Prizes

DOORS OPEN AT 6:15 P.M.

GAMES START AT

7:00

at the Cody Center

“You are a chosen race, a royal

priesthood, a holy nation.”

Chosen is a ministry for teens in High School (grades 9-12)

Chosen EDGEis a ministry for teens in Middle School

(Grades 6-8)

Contact Katie at [email protected]


Coordinators—Saturday, September 21—International Peace Day—9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.—Held at St. Joseph Renewal Center, 234 St. George St., St. Augustine, - $30 donation includes lunch—contact Sr. Jan, 904-824-5894 or [email protected]—We will look at the challenge of peace in our world today through the lens of Scripture and Church teaching; and we will idscover ways to practice peacemaking through our spirituality and in our community.

Adult Bible Study Programs: We will study the Gospel of St. Mark. Learn the full Gospel from which the readings at Sunday Mass are drawn. Mark’s Gospel was specifically directed to a “gentile” audience; i.e. non-Hebrew converts to the (then) new Christian Religion living in Rome. This study will provide you with the full context of the selected passages read to us at Sunday Mass. Morning (women only) session: will meet from 9:15 to 11:00 a.m. in the Tally Auditorium. Evening (all adults) session: will meet from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the Tally Auditorium. Childcare will be offered for the morning session only. The first two weeks we will present segments from the "Pivotal Player" series from Bishop Barron’s Word on Fire Ministry, giving time for the workbook order to arrive. To register or for more information the contacts are: Morning session: Mary Monfort at [email protected] / 904-651-3567; Evening session: Tom Ackermann at [email protected] / 904-402-3655 and Jim Kersten at [email protected] / 904-716-4971.

Anniversary Celebration 2019: Couples celebrating a 25th, 30th, 35th, 40th, 45th, 50th or more wedding anniversary during 2019 are invited to attend a special celebration with Bishop Felipe Estévez on Saturday, November 23, at 12:00 p.m. Mass, at St. Anastasia Catholic Church, 5205 A1A S., St. Augustine. A reception will follow. Register by Friday, November 15, at family.dosafl.com or contact the Office of Family Life, (904) 262-3200, ext. 289, or email [email protected].

Career Connections: We provide instruction and ongoing coaching on the skills you will need to successfully execute a job search. We meet every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the Cody Enrichment Center. We will not be meeting on August 15. For questions, or if you would like to join this ministry as a meeting facilitator call Marty Broach, 923-0439 or Tom Ackermann, 402-3655.

and at the Fall Festival on October 13. Cost: $5.00 for 1 ticket, 3 for $10.00. Winners will choose from approximately 12 original works of art. Raffle tickets will also be available and artworks will be on display during Fall Festival in front of the Cody Center. Art Raffle Ticket Sales Begin Next Week!!

Divine Mercy House: Our maternity home for unwed mothers is in need of evening Volunteers from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Please contact Amy at 904-268-6282.

Door to Door Ministry—Two by Two: Ministry volunteers go out two by two on the 2nd and 4th Saturday mornings, weather permitting, to knock on doors in our parish communities, invite neighbors to our parish community, pray with them, and offer help. Dress casually, and bring a bottle of water. If you would like to join please sign up here: http://bit.ly/Door2DoorSJCC or call (904)672-7526.

Dress A Girl Around the World: Do you want to make a huge impact on impoverished and vulnerable girls? We, a Christian organization, provide handmade dresses which help to restore a sense of self-worth to girls who may be abused, used as slaves or feel invisible in extreme poverty. Being given a dress and being told that someone loves her and prays for her can give her a new feeling of dignity and self-confidence. We also serve local girls in desperate situations. We are seeking individuals interested in sewing dresses, donating fabric or missionaries who can distribute the dresses to the needy. If interested, please call Melanie Carlson, parishioner at 885-7323.

Festival d’Vine: All are invited to participate in Catholic Charities’ 16th Annual Festival d’Vine, where you can enjoy delicious food and wine while raising money to transform lives. The event will be held Friday, October 25 at 6:00 p.m. in Treaty Oak Park in San Marco, Jacksonville. Dishes from the area’s best restaurants will be served alongside samples of wine from across the globe. There will also be craft beer, music, dancing and more. Visit https://www.ccbjax.org/events/festival-dvine-2019 to purchase tickets. Email [email protected] for details.

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Homeless Outreach Ministry: Outreaches are held on the 2nd and 3rd Saturday of each month. Both groups travel to 369 North Newnan Street, downtown Jacksonville.

· Toiletries needed: travel razors, deodorant, quart-size Ziploc

bags, toilet paper, thin washcloths, feminine products.

· August and September Collection: backpacks (new and

slightly used), rolling suitcases (all sizes), yoga mats for outdoor sleeping

Drop off in the wooden Homeless Bin in the Main Church gathering area. Contact Angela Fisher with any questions or to join our m i n i s t r y , a n g e l a f i s h e r 3 6 5 @ g m a i l . c o m . See us on Facebook: St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Homeless Outreach.

Lectors: There will be a meeting for prospective lectors on Thursday, October 3, at 7:00 p.m. in the Marian Center of the Main Church. If you are planning to attend or have any questions, please contact John and Susan Rezsonya at 904-268-7741.

Mary Widows Ministry: Our meeting will be on Tuesday, October 1 at 1:00 p.m. in the Cody Center. Nadine Kwiatek will be our guest speaker, talking about the duties of a Sacristan. We will also be discussing activities for the coming year. Please try to attend. If you have any questions please call me, Gouzine Saour, 733-7433.

A Day of Prayer and Reflection Make Me a Channel of Your

Peace ed by David and Nancy O’Byrne, SSJ Justice Charitable Arts Ministry: Raffle Ticket Sales and Display after Masses in the Main Church on September 27/28, O


W h a t’s H a p p e n i n g f Artworks

tober 4/5,

CCW’s St. Elizabeth’s Circle invites all ladies to

FOOD, FUN, FELLOWSHIP, and a little WINE.

Come meet the ladies of our

cooking and entertaining Circle, learn about what we do, and be part of a year of

fellowship, friendship, and enjoyable activities!

Please join us for a Dinner Party and Meeting Thursday, September 26, at 7:00 p.m.

at the home of Trisch Broach.

In order that our team may prepare enough for all to enjoy, please respond no later than Monday, September 23 to Trisch

Broach at 904-613-3834 or [email protected].


Medical Mission Trip to Honduras: We are gathering supplies for the February 2020 Medical Mission Trip to Honduras, sponsored by the Friends of the Missions, Inc. We ask for your prayers as preparation gets underway, and as people pray for discernment about coming as volunteers. We are collecting TOOTHBRUSHES and TOOTHPASTE. Please place contributions in the large basket in the gathering area marked HONDURAS MEDICAL MISSION. If you have questions, please email Mary Morris Williams at [email protected] OR leave a message at 904-662-5782. Many thanks for your help with this mission effort. We will also need team members for next year. Although we need medical personnel, no specific skills are required to be a helpful member of the team. If you are interested in information about the mission please contact [email protected]. We request that no large donations of medical equipment be left in our bucket without contacting us as we are limited in the amount of supplies we can pack for transport.

Prayer Blanket Ministry: You are Covered in Prayer. God has used this ministry to touch the lives of countless people who have received the blankets while enduring a difficult time in their lives. They may also be given at joyful times for any occasion. Blankets are available for all ages; infants to seniors. The blankets are blessed on the third Thursday after the 8:00 a.m. Mass and are available after Mass and at the Cody Center. The blankets come with beautiful prayers and a rosary. We have received many responses saying how much comfort and healing they have brought. There is no charge for blankets, but we appreciate any donat i ons . P l e ase contact Char l o t te I rv i ne [email protected] or 904-268-4220.

St. Joseph’s Parish Family Life: Upcoming Events *Thursday, October 3—7:00 p.m.—Information night on Pathways to the Sacraments—Cody Center *Friday, November 15—Cody Center—His Excellency, the Most Reverend Bishop Estévez, honorary speaker *December—This Old Spouse Series begins (2 Weeks)—Cody Center *December—Divorce Survival Series begins (10 Weeks)—Cody Center *Friday, January 17—6:30 p.m.—Adventures in Marriage Series (2 Weeks) in English and Spanish—Cody Center For further information please email Roberta at [email protected].

St. Margaret’s Circle: Our next meeting is Tuesday September 24 in the Cody center at 9:30 a.m. and night session is 7:00 –9:00 p.m. in the Ministry Room. Please contact Dorie Barren, 904-613-5453.

St. Vitus Dance Ministry: We will be meeting on Friday September 27 at All About Ballroom Dance Studio at 778 SR 13, St. Johns, FL at 6:30 p.m. Look forward to seeing some new CCW members on the dance floor!! Please contact Diane Comeaux (904) 868-4525 or Belisa Ucciardo (904) 607-9154 for more information.

The Rosary—Its Substance retreat: Join us on a spiritual journey through the life of Jesus Christ through the mysteries of the Rosary. Faces of Jesus as shown in the Luminous Mysteries with Sr. Eileen Therese Fichtner, SSJ—Saturday, September 28—10:00 a.m. - 12 noon—Motherhouse, 241 St. George St., St. Augustine 32084—to register contact Sr. Jane Stoecker, 904-824-5894 or [email protected].

Walking with Purpose: Do you desire to grow in your Catholic faith? Do you seek connection with other women in our parish community? We invite you to consider joining Walking with

Purpose this Fall. Opening Your Heart, our foundational study, is designed for women new to Walking with Purpose whether or not you have any Bible study experience. You will learn how Scripture applies to your everyday life. The mission of Walking with Purpose is to help every Catholic woman open her heart to Jesus Christ. For questions contact Shannon Upchurch at 904-307-4306 email w a l k i n gw i th p u rp o s e s t j o se p h @ ya h o o . c o m o r v i s i t www.walkingwithpurpose.com. We meet on Thursdays from 6:45-8:30 p.m.—Cody Enrichment Center—Tally Auditorium.

Alleluia!

Music: Registration is now open for talent of all kinds to sign up and show what you have under the Big Tent. We are looking for any individuals or

groups who want to showcase their talents and have a great time while doing it. Contact Ed Laing by email at [email protected] ( subject Fall Festival)

WE ARE SEEKING DONATIONS OF NEW OR SLIGHTLY USED STUFFED ANIMALS AND SMALL TOYS: Your

donations can be dropped off in The FALL FESTIVAL PRIZE bin in the gathering area of the Main Church before or after Mass. For more information please contact Vinny Terlizzi,

904-742-8777 or [email protected].

*Presale discounted tickets are available after every Mass this weekend!

Dinners inside the Cody Center

Pulled Chicken Dinner: *$7.00—$8.00 at Festival Pulled Pork Dinner: *$7.00—$8.00 at Festival

Meals include: chicken or pork, roll, choice of 2 sides, and drink

Games

Ticket value: 50 cents each at Festival Tickets sold in $5.00 bundle—*Get 2 FREE tickets

Wristbands: *$20.00—$25.00 at Festival

Includes bounce houses and carnival style booths Does not include pony ride, other new games,

and food

Join us for a fun day, delicious foods, and great music

Filipino, Spanish, and Brazilian ethnic foods, pulled pork and chicken, Italian sausage & peppers, pizza,

pierogis, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, French fries, funnel cakes, popcorn, snow cones, cotton candy, desserts, special events, and more!

Sunday, October 13 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.


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