JULY 8, 2012 - St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church

370 SW 3rd St. • Boca Raton • FL 33432 

561.392.0007 • 561.392.0074 Fax 

www.stjoan.org 

Msgr. Michael D. McGraw • Pastor 

Fr. Jimmy B. Hababag • Parochial Vicar 

Fr. Tomasz Bochnak • Parochial Vicar 

Fr. Vincent Byaruhanga • In Residence 

Fr. Carlo DiNatale-Tarasi • Assisting 

Deacon Bill Watzek 

Deacon Michael Cairnes 

Deacon Michael Zatarga 

Parish Office Hours 

Monday-Thursday 8:30am to 7:30pm 

Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm 

Saturday 9:30am to 2:30pm 

School Office Hours 

561.392.7974 • 561.368.6671 Fax 

Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm 

Mass Schedules 

Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm 

Saturday Spanish Mass: 6:30pm 

Sunday: 7:00am, 8:00am, 9:15am, 

10:45am, 12:15pm & 5:00pm 

Monday-Friday: 6:45am & 8:15am 

Saturday mornings: 8:15am 

Eve of Holy Days: 6:00pm 

Holy Days: 6:45am, 8:15am, 

9:15am, & 12:15pm 

Baptisms 

Sunday (English): 1:30pm 

1st Saturday (Bilingual): 12 noon 

3rd Saturday (Spanish): 12 noon 

Confessions 

Saturday: 3:15-4pm & 5:30-6:15pm 

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JULY 8, 2012 

ST. JOAN OF ARC 

CATHOLIC CHURCH & SCHOOL 

As a diverse Catholic community, we joyfully worship God, celebrate fellowship and care for our neighbor 

with steadfast faith, confident hope and passionate love. 

ALIVE IN THE SPIRIT OF CHRIST! 

A Thorn in the Flesh 

In the second reading of this Sunday’s liturgy, St. Paul talks about the glory and then the pain – 

“the reason was that I might not become exalted with pride there was given to me a thorn in the flesh”. 

The word for thorn (skolops) can mean stake. Sometimes criminals were impaled on a sharp stake 

– this was the twisting pain Paul felt in his body. 

1. The thorn has been taken to mean spiritual temptations – to doubt the duties of apostolic life. 

2. It has been taken to mean the opposition he had to face with those who tried to undo his work. 

3. It has been taken to mean Carnal temptations. More than likely none of these are true. 

From what we know of Paul’s life, it was probably some physical condition, 

eg. Eye trouble – severe headaches, epilepsy. 

Bringing the Message Home 

Paul prayed that the thorn would be taken away. How often do we pray that God will take away our 

thorns, but God answers us as he did St. Paul. He does not take our infirmities away but gives us 

strength to bear them. He does not spare us thorns, but makes us able to conquer them. 

God Bless 

Fr. Carlo DiNatale-Tarasi 

YOUR CATHOLIC COMMUNITY IN DOWNTOWN BOCA RATON

INDEX 

PG. 3 

- Msgr. McGraw’s message - 

Why Faithful Citizenship Is Important In 

A Democracy 

PG. 4 

- Parish Directory 

- Weekly Treasure 

- Stewardship Corner - Brother Steward 

- Diocesan Services Appeal 

PG. 5 

- Faithful Citizenship 

- Activities During this Fortnight 

for Freedom 

- Remember your loved ones 

PG. 6 - 7 

- 2013 Pilgrimage to The Holy Land 

PG. 8 

- Save the date for our Annual Auction 

- Prayer for Protection from Storms 

- St. Joan of Arc Catholic School 

PG. 9 

- Giving Opportunities at St. Joan of Arc 

Wish 

List 


CHURCH & SCHOOL 

1. Tuition (full or partial) for a needy child for 2012-2013 

2. Underwrite new surfacing for the playground 

2 ST. JOAN OF ARC JULY 8 

PG. 10 

- Joyful Again! 

- Sacrament of Confirmation 

- Mommy and Me 

- Preparing to be a U.S. Citizen? 

- Sunday Readings 

PG. 11 

- Altar Servers Announcement 

- Sacrament of Confirmation 

- Mommy and Me Schedule 

- Sunday Readings 

PG. 12 

- SJA Ministries & Support Services 

PG. 13 

- Pray for the Sick 

- Flower Arrangement Sponsors 

- Overseas in the US Armed Forces 

- Baptisms 

- Altar Bread donations 

- The Arc-Angel Society 

PG. 14 

- Around our Diocese 

PG. 15, 16 

- Ministerio Hispano 

3. New refrigerator/freezer for the science classroom 

4. Underwrite Religious Education Classes for a Needy Child. 

Partial or complete donations may be made for any item 

To donate an item call Wendy Horton, 561-952-2838 

July 8, 2012 

14 th Sunday in Ordinary Time 

Masses for the Week of July 9, 2012 

Monday 

6:45am Lorenzo Lucas by Sandi Silver 

8:15am Marie Destinobles 

Tuesday 

6:45am Marie Destinobles 

8:15am All the Saints by Florence & Carlo Damus 

Wednesday 

6:45am Edward McLaughlin by The McLaughlin Family 

8:15am Kenneth Fontaine by Vic & Karin Fontaine 

Doris K. McCully by Nancy, Megan & Ruthann Tormey 

Thursday 

6:45am SJA Parishioners 


Friday 

6:45am Francisco & Hortencia Delgado and Jose Carbonell 

by Blanca Carbonell 

8:15am Mary Blum by The Myers Family 

Veronica Aquino by Mom & Dad 

Saturday 

8:15am Brian & Boyce McSwain by Nancy McSwain 

Josephine Liguori by The Liguori Family 

4:30pm Anna Yengich by The Kantowski Family 

Yolanda Cooper by Debby Dettmer & Joe Petito 

6:30pm Cristina Lee by The Family 

Sunday 


8:00am Joe Parisi by Cathy, Joey, Anthony & Michael 

William Antle by Wife 

9:15am Alfredo Dy Hababag by Fr. Jimmy Hababag’s Family 

John Defilippis by Mom & Dad 

10:45am Manuel Hababag by Fr. Jimmy Hababag’s Family 

Ray Voigt by Michael & Maria Morejon & Girls 

12:15pm Thomas Jones by George Jones 

Giacomo Spanola by Lynn & Paul Lawless & Family 

5:00pm Nancy Tormey by Megan Tormey 

BULLETIN EDITOR: PATTY DELANEY 

*Please email Bulletin materials to: delaney_patty@stjoan.org 

*We reserve the right to edit and publish such materials at our discretion

PASTOR´S MESSAGE 

WHY FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP IS IMPORTANT IN A DEMOCRACY 

It seems to me that during this time when we as Catholics are giving serious attention to the 

importance of religious/spiritual freedom, it is very important for us to understand how critical 

the involvement of faith-filled people is in a democracy. We know that in a democracy everyone 

ideally has the same right to express an opinion, try to shape public policy and, above all, that 

everyone enjoys the right to vote. This does not, however, guarantee equality of influence or of access 

to the process of public policy decisions. In our country today, particularly because of the outrageous 

cost of running for public office, money and access to money is an all important concern for politicians. 

Often, especially during an election time, it appears that more time is given over to raising money than 

to governing. Along with money come the intimate parties, banquets, cocktail parties that grant access 

and the freedom to plead one's special interest with political candidates. All of this makes one question the maxim that democracy in the United 

States is "the governance of the people, for the people and by the people." At the time of the crafting of public policy and laws, it is also true that 

a small number of lobbyists and special interests have a disproportionate degree of power and influence. 

With these political realities in mind, it is especially important that as "Faithful Citizens" we use all avenues open to us to express our thoughts, 

values and vision as a part of the dialogue in a democracy. I understand "Faithful Citizenship" to mean that as Catholics we view political activism 

as a privilege and as a duty. We engage in the "art of discernment" i.e. the art of bringing together a careful analysis of the situation that 

we find ourselves in today---- the "lay of the land", a study of the "issues of civic and religious/spiritual importance", a clear understanding 

of the positions of politicians, the teachings of our faith, prayer, examination of our consciences and finally action that is the fruit of the 

discernment----a prayerful vote. It is only a large number of voting citizens that has a chance of influencing public policy and of shaping 

the decisions that affect us all. 

From my point of view, one of the critical issues about which we as "Faithful Citizens" should be particularly energized is the definition of 

the freedom of faith and the free practice of faith. We are facing, as you know, public policy decisions that for the first time in our nation's 

history would seek to define the scope and characteristics of the practice of spirituality/faith. An impoverished and distorted definition of what 

constitutes a faith based organization and its ministries, is in the process of being forced upon us. We are being told by "Administrative 

Directives" that the ministries of our church that have been at the core of our identity: health care, education and charity are not really 

spiritual or religious in their intention and outcomes. They are not entitled to be protected as the "good works that are the fruits of faith”. In this 

distorted and a historical position, it is argued that conscience, gospel values and church tradition have no relevance in the determination of what 

constitutes spiritual/religious activities. Government "administrative decisions" will determine what activities and good works, will be protected by 

our First Amendment Rights. It is very important to distinguish that the issue at stake here is not one aspect of a health insurance plan, but rather 

"What authority defines our spiritual/religious practice and identity?" Are good works of faith formation, care for the sick and care for the poor not 

spiritual/religious works? To define them as other than what they truly are is an abuse of civil authority and an intrusion upon the rights of the First 

Amendment. They are every bit as spiritual/religious activities as those that take place within our churches. 

As we engage in a Fortnight of Faith with prayer, education and faith formation, it is imperative that we come together as a Catholic 

community to express our identity and values assertively and with charity and respect for others. We need to remember as well, Saint Thomas 

More's words in the play A Man For All Seasons, ----"I am the King's good servant, but God's first." 

- Msgr. Michael D. McGraw 

JULY 8 ST. JOAN OF ARC 3

Our Diocesan Service 

Appeal A Success! 

On behalf of all who will benefit from this year's 

Diocesan Services Appeal, I would like to thank 

all of our parishioners who pledged as of July 1, 

over $400,000. While unofficially closing down this 

appeal, we will certainly welcome any additional 

donations that will help us pay for our Church 

Bathrooms Renovation Project. 

May God Bless all for this generous Parish response. 

- Msgr. Michael D. McGraw 

ANNULMENTS 

Deacon Bill Watzek 561-952-2828 

by appt. only. 

BAPTISMAL ARRANGEMENTS 561-392-0007 

Cassie Krajewski (English). Baptism class for 

parents 1st Thurs. each month, 7 pm. 

561-392-0007 

Constanza Preble (Spanish) Baptism class for 

parents 3rd Tues. each month, 7 pm. 

561-392-0007 

CARE MINISTRY 561-962-6000 

COUNSELING CENTER 

Pamela Sigda, Ph.D., 561-706-2277 

COMMUNICATIONS MINISTRY 

Patty Delaney, 561-952-2868 

FAITH FORMATION 

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) 

Constanza Preble, 561-620-6280 

/Cassie Krajewski, 561-391-4345 

Religious Education - Cassie Krajewski, 

561-391-4345 

Cassie Krajewski, 561-391-4345 

Fax: 962-6002. Office Hours: Mon., Tues., 

Thur., Fri., 8am to 4pm; Wed. 10 am-6pm, 

Sun. 8 am to noon. 

Classes: Sunday: 9:15-10:30 am. 

Wednesday: 4:45-6 pm 

FAMILY LIFE MINISTRY 

Tessie O’Dea, 561-620-4805 

HISPANIC MINISTRY 

Constanza Preble, 561-843-1099 


HOMEBOUND MINISTRY & PASTORAL CARE 

Deacon Bill Watzek 561-952-2828 

MUSIC MINISTRY 

Dr. Lola Gonzalez, 561-392-0007, ext. 2856 

PARISH MANAGER 

Patricia Suau, 561-392-0007, ext. 2806 

PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY 

Rose Marie Arnold, 561-392-8337 

RELIGIOUS ARTICLES STORE 

Ann Voit, 561-393-0006. 

Hours: Mon, Tues, Wed, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. 

Sat. - 9 am to 5:30 pm, & Sun. 9 am to 1 pm. 

SACRAMENTS 

Anointing of the Sick and Elderly: First 

Saturday of the month following the 8:15 

am Mass. Please call the Parish Office to 

request a priest if you are a patient at 

Boca Community Hospital. 

SCHOOL PRINCIPAL/SISTERS OF MERCY 

Sr. Ellen Murphy R.S.M., 561-392-7974 

Sr. Josephine Sullivan R.S.M. 

Sr. Kathleen Sweeney R.S.M. 

Sr. DeLourdes O’Mahony R.S.M. 

SJA DEVELOPMENT MINISTRY 

Wendy Horton, 561-952-2838 

Diane Salerno, 561-952-2848 

(Special Projects) 

WEDDING PREPARATION 

Rosario Gonzales, 561-952-2854 

6 months notice required for marriages 

WEEKLY TREASURE 

Due to early printer deadlines, because of 

the Independence Day Holiday, this week’s Weekly Treasure 

posting will be featured in next week’s bulletin. Thank you. 

STEWARDSHIP CORNER 

Sun-Days Appeal Needs Your Support! 

Yes, it’s going to be a long hot summer. Already, as some folks 

head North, our Offertory Collections head South. So, in order 

to keep our AC running, our electric bills paid, our hurricane 

protection completed, we’re asking for a little help. An extra 

$2.00 per week would get us through the summer. 

That’s the price of a latte, or the savings on a 

two- for- one sale. Or if you can make it more: a few 

dollars saved from a July 4th weekend sale. And because 

hardship never goes on vacation, the 

good stewards of St. Joan also keep 

the Food Pantry stocked, and help 

to pay AC bills for our out -of -funds 

families. If everybody does a 

little, that adds up to a lot. So, 

for this Sun-Day and every 

Sun-Day during the summer, 

giving is a cool thing to do. 

- Brother Seward 

God bless! 

WOULD YOU LIKE TO CONTRIBUTE BY CREDIT CARD? 

Forms are available at the back of the church or in the Parish Office. 

You can earn frequent flyer miles on your contributions to St. Joan of Arc. 

We now accept 

most mayor 

credit cards:

What Does the Church Say About Catholic Social 

Teaching in the Public Square?—Seven Key Themes 

A consistent ethic of life should guide all Catholic engagement in 

political life. This Catholic ethic neither treats all issues as morally 

equivalent nor reduces Catholic teaching to one or two issues. It 

anchors the Catholic commitment to defend human life and other 

human rights, from conception until natural death, in the fundamental 

obligation to respect the dignity of every human being as a child of God. Catholic 

voters should use Catholic teaching to examine candidates’ positions on issues and 

should consider candidates’ integrity, philosophy, and performance. It is important for all 

citizens “to see beyond party politics, to analyze campaign rhetoric critically, and to 

choose their political leaders according to principle, not party affliation or mere self-interest” 

(USCCB, Living the Gospel of Life, no. 33). The following themes of Catholic social 

teaching provide a moral framework for decisions in public life. 

The Right to Life and the Dignity of the Human Person 

Human life is sacred. Direct attacks on innocent human beings are never morally 

acceptable. Within our society, life is under direct attack from abortion, euthanasia, 

human cloning, and destruction of human embryos for research. These intrinsic evils 

must always be opposed. This teaching also compels us as Catholics to oppose genocide, 

torture, unjust war, and the use of the death penalty, as well as to pursue peace and 

help overcome poverty, racism, and other conditions that demean human life. 

Call to Family, Community, and Participation 

The family, based on marriage between a man and a woman, is the fundamental unit of 

society. This sanctuary for the creation and nurturing of children must not be redefined, 

undermined, or neglected. Supporting families should be a priority for economic and social 

policies. How our society is organized—in economics and politics, in law and public 

policy—affects the well-being of individuals and of society. Every person and association 

has a right and a duty to participate in shaping society to promote the well-being of individuals 

and the common good. 

Rights and Responsibilities 

Every human being has a right to life, the fundamental right that makes all other rights 

Prayer for Religious Liberty 

O GOD OUR CREATOR, 

from your provident hand we have received 

our right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. 

You have called us as your people and given us 

the right and the duty to worship you, the only true God, 

and your Son, Jesus Christ. 

Through the power and working of your Holy Spirit, 

you call us to live out our faith in the midst of the world, 

bringing the light and the saving truth of the Gospel 

to every corner of society. 

We ask you to bless us 

in our vigilance for the gift of religious liberty. 

Give us the strength of mind and heart 

to readily defend our freedoms when they are threatened; 

give us courage in making our voices heard 

on behalf of the rights of your Church 

and the freedom of conscience of all people of faith. 

Grant, we pray, O heavenly Father, 

a clear and united voice to all your sons and daughters 

gathered in your Church 

in this decisive hour in the history of our nation, 

so that, with every trial withstood 

and every danger overcome— 

for the sake of our children, our grandchildren, 

and all who come after us— 

this great land will always be “one nation, under God, 

indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” 

We ask this through Christ our Lord. 

Amen. 

possible. Each of us has a right to religious freedom, which enables 

us to live and act in accord with our God-given dignity, as 

well as a right to access to those things required for human decency— 

food and shelter, education and employment, health 

care and housing. Corresponding to these rights are duties and responsibilities—to 

one another, to our families, and to the larger 

society. 

Option for the Poor and Vulnerable 

While the common good embraces all, those who are in greatest need deserve 

preferential concern. A moral test for society is how we treat the weakest among 

us—the unborn, those dealing with disabilities or terminal illness, the poor 

and marginalized. 

Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers 

The economy must serve people, not the other way around. Economic justice calls for 

decent work at fair, living wages, opportunities for legal status for immigrant workers, and 

the opportunity for all people to work together for the common good through their work, 

ownership, enterprise, investment, participation in unions, and other forms of economic activity. 

Solidarity 

We are one human family, whatever our national, racial, ethnic, economic, and 

ideological differences. Our Catholic commitment to solidarity requires that we pursue 

justice, eliminate racism, end human trafficking, protect human rights, seek peace, and 

avoid the use of force except as a necessary last resort. Caring for God’s Creation Care 

for the earth is a duty of our Catholic faith. We all are called to be careful stewards of 

God’s creation and to ensure a safe and hospitable environment for vulnerable human 

beings now and in the future. 

Conclusion 

In light of Catholic teaching, as bishops we vigorously repeat our call for a renewed 

politics that focuses on moral principles, the defense of life, the needs of the weak, 

and the pursuit of the common good. This kind of political participation reflects the social 

teaching of our Church and the best traditions of our nation. 

REMEMBER YOUR LOVED ONES 

St. Joan of Arc has three places to memorialize a loved one: 

In Memory of Wall (Engraved wall plaques next to the Cry Room) 

Marian Garden Wall (Engraved wall plaques outside the Chapel) 

Walk of Honor (Engraved pavers in between Arena and Our Lady of 

Mercy Center) 

For more information contact Wendy Horton in the 

Development Office at 561-952-2838 or go to 

http://stjoan.org/development-stewardship/targeted-gifts/memorials/ 


2013 PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND 


Join the Equestrian Order of the Holy 

Sepulchre of Jerusalem (an ancient 

charitable Order of Catholics dedicated to 

the welfare of Palestinian Christians, their 

churches, hospitals and charities) for a 

unique pilgrimage to the Holy Land. 

Our Pastor Msgr. Michael D. McGraw, a 

Knight of the Holy Sepulchre, invites 

interested parishioners as fellow pilgrims 

on this unique journey of faith, culture and 

education. For 25 years the Equestrian 

Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, 

has sponsored pilgrimages to the Holy Land 

for its membership. This year, this 

pilgrimage opportunity has been opened 

to all Catholics who seek to walk in the 

footsteps of the Lord, enjoy special access 

to the Holy places and enjoy the culture and 

the blessings of the Holy Land. The pilgrimage 

itinerary spreads across the Holy Land from 

Tel Aviv through Tiberius and the sacred 

environs of Jerusalem. This unique 

combination of cultural enrichment, 

relaxation, social activities and spiritual 

growth will create unforgettable memories 

and graces. Join now to reserve your space! 

Our Tour guide will be Fr. Peter Vasco OFM, 

a regular EWTN contributor, founder of the 

Franciscan Foundation for the Holy Land and 

a resident there for 26 years.

DAY 1 - FRIDAY, FEB. 1: Depart U.S.A. Our pilgrimage begins today as we depart on 

our flight to Israel. Meals and drinks served aloft. 

DAY 2 - SATURDAY, FEB. 2: Arrive Tel Aviv. I Netanya After arrival at Ben Gurian 

Airport in Tel Aviv, we will be met by our local guide who will arrange the schedule of 

our visits and make the scripture come alive as we follow in the footsteps of Jesus and 

the Prophets. Drive to the nearby coastal resort town of Netanya for overnight. 

DAY 3 - SUNDAY, FEB. 3: Netanya I Tiberias. Today we will drive along the Mediterranean 

coast to Caesarea Maritime, capital of the ancient Roman Procurators of Judea 

where St. Peter preached and St. Paul was imprisoned for two years. Visit the Roman 

Theater, Crusader's Moat, and the Byzantine Churches. Then continue to the sparkling 

port city of Haifa. Ascend Mt. Carmel, home of the prophets Elijah and Elisha, to visit 

the Stella Maris Convent. Continue to Tiberias. 

DAY 4 - MONDAY, FEB. 4: Tiberias. Following breakfast, drive to Cana 

of Galilee, where Our Lord performed the first miracle- changing water 

into wine at the wedding feast. Here, we'll invite couples to renew their marriage 

vows. Continue to Nazareth to visit the Basilica of the 

Annunciation . In the afternoon take an excursion to the summit of 

Mt. Tabor to visit the site of the Transfiguration of Jesus. 

DAY 5 - TUESDAY, FEB. 5: Tiberias. This morning, enjoy a scenic boat ride across the 

Sea of Galilee to Capernaum, home of Jesus during His 

ministry. After visiting the Synagogue and St. Peter's house, we will drive to the 

Church of the Primacy- where Jesus appeared to the Apostles after his Resurrection 

and Tabgha- the site of the miracle of the multiplication of the loaves and the fishes. 

Continue to the Mount of Beatitudes to visit the site of the Sermon on the Mount. 

DAY 6 - WEDNESDAY, FRI. 6: Tiberias. I Jerusalem Depart Galilee late this morning 

for Jerusalem. Drive along the shores of the Sea of Galilee to the Baptismal Site on 

the Jordan River where we will renew our baptismal vows. Continue via the Jordan 

Valley and through the Judean wilderness to Jerusalem. During our stay in Jerusalem, 

we will have an audience with the Latin Patriarch for the awarding of Pilgrim Shells to 

members of the Equestrian Order. 

DAY 7 - THURSDAY, FEB. 7: Jerusalem. This morning, drive to the top of the Mt. of 

Olives for a spectacular view of Jerusalem . Visit the Chapel of the Ascension and the 

Church of Pater Noster. Then walk the "Palm 

Sunday Road" to Dominus Flevit, where Our Lord wept over Jerusalem. Proceed to the 

Garden of Gethsemane to visit the Church of All Nations. 

In the afternoon, drive through the New City of Jerusalem to Ein Karem, birthplace of 

St. John the Baptist, to see the Visitation Church where 

Mary proclaimed her famous "Magnificat". 

DAY 8 - FRIDAY, FEB. 8: Jerusalem This morning, enter the Old City 

of Jerusalem and view the Dome of the Rock from the Wailing Wall. Next visit the 

Church of St. Anne, the Pool of Bethesda and the Chapel of Flagellation. We will then 

carry a wooden cross along the Via 

Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to visit Golgotha and the Tomb of Our 

Lord. In the afternoon proceed to Mt. Zion where we will visit the Cenacle, Dormition 

PILGRIMAGE ITINERARY 

Abbey and St. Peter in Gallicantu where Peter denied Jesus three times. Later in the 

afternoon we will have an opportunity to visit the Shroud of Turin exhibit on display at 

the Notre Dame Center. 

DAY 9 - SATURDAY, FEB. 9: Jerusalem. This morning we will proceed 

to Bethany to visit the site of the House of Mary, Martha & Lazarus 

and the Tomb of Lazarus. Continue through the Judean Wilderness and along the 

Dead Sea to Qumran to see the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. 

If permitted we will continue on to visit Jericho, the oldest known city in the Western. 

world. View the ancient "tel", Zacchaeus' tree, and the Mount of Temptation. 

Return to Jerusalem. 

DAY 10 - SUNDAY, FEB. 10: Jerusalem I Tel Aviv. This morning we 

will drive to Bethlehem to visit the Nativity Church built by the Emperor 

Constantine in the 4th century over the traditional grotto of Jesus' birth. Visit the 

Manger, the Grotto of St. Jerome, the Church of St. Catherine, the Creche and the 

Milk Grotto. Then visit the Franciscan Family Center followed by some free time for 

shopping. Continue to the Shepherd's Field before returning to Jerusalem. This 

evening we will enjoy a farewell dinner before transferring to the airport in Tel Aviv to 

catch our late evening return flight home. 

DAY 11 - MONDAY, FEB. 11: Tel Aviv/ U.S.A. This morning we arrive back in the 

United States following our overnight flight from Tel Aviv. 

PRICE 

$3,556.00 

per person based on double occupancy 

For a single occupancy please add $735.00 

This price includes: 

* Roundtrip airfare from Miami to New York, New York to Tel Aviv 

on NON-STOP Delta Airlines flights 

* All airlines taxes/fuel surcharges as currently levied 

* Accommodation in First Class hotels 

* Breakfast and dinner daily 

* Land transportation by deluxe Mercedes motorcoach 

* All transfers & baggage handling 

* Comprehensive holy site visitations 

* All entrance fees as per itinerary 

* Daily Mass 

Gratuities for your guide, driver and hotel staff are an additional $140.00 per person 

and will be included on your final trip invoice. 

For those who prefer to arrange their own flights the Land-Only cost is $2,350.00 per 

person. Rates for business class airfare upgrades are available upon request. 

PILGRIMAGE DATES: 

February 1 to February 11, 2013 

There is a limited amount of reservations 

allotted to St. Joan of Arc. So spaces 

will be reserved on a first-come, 

first-serve basis. 

To sign-up and be a part of this unique 

Pilgrimage please call: 561-952-2868 

or email: delaney_patty@stjoan.org 


ORDINATION ANNIVERSARIES 

CELEBRATION BY RSVP 

Join us as we celebrate Fr. Carlo DiNatale-Tarasi's 40 th Anniversary of 

Ordination and Fr. Jimmy Hababag's 30th Anniversary of Ordination, 

at the 12:15pm Mass on Sunday, July 22. 

A reception will follow in Mercy Center. Please note that all 

are invited to the reception, but this celebration is by RSVP only. 

If you can attend please call 561-952-2816 or email 

hodges_maryann@stjoan.org 


C A T H O L I C S C H O O L 

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• Christ-centered community of faith 

• High academic standards 

• Fully accredited by the Florida Catholic Conference 

• Emphasis on social justice and service 

God our Father, Creator of the 

Universe and Lord over all creation, 

we humbly stand before You as Your 

children and ask that You keep us 

safe from all hurricanes which may 

threaten us. 

Protect us from all fear and anxiety 

of storms and give us an ardent trust 

and hope in Your love and mercy. 

You alone have the power to 

command the sea, the wind and 

the rain. You alone bring peace, calm 

and safety. 

Father, we thank You in advance, 

for You are our only refuge. 

We ask this through Christ Your Son, who lives, and reigns with You 

and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. 

Mary, Queen of the Apostles and Star of the Sea, Patroness of our 

Diocese, pray for us. Amen 

• Over 30 clubs including academics, sports & fine arts 

• New state-of-the-art Sports Arena 

• Extended care available daily 

• Feeder school for our Diocesan Pope John Paul II H. S. & 

other regional Catholic High Schools 

For additional information, or to schedule a tour please contact Mrs. Debora Bradley at 561.392.7974 

PRAYER FOR 

PROTECTION FROM STORMS 

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2012/2013 SCHOOL YEAR 


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JOYFUL AGAIN! 

A program for widowed men and women who want to honor their 

grief and find joy in living again. 

Experience the support of people who care and who understand. 

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2012 at 8:30am-7:30pm 

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2012 at 8:30am-3:00pm 

For details, call: 

Marjorie 561-395-6029 or Marguerite 561-394-6284 

TUESDAYS 11:00am -1:00pm 

“The Ark” located at 319 SW 3rd Street 

Boca Raton (across the street from 

St Joan of Arc parking lot) 


mommy 

&me 

You are invited to a playgroup for 

mothers and their children. 

All ages and faiths welcome! Every 

Tuesday from 11 am to 1 pm this group 

will meet at the Ark or a specified 

location to allow our children to interact 

and explore together. 

Take a look at our upcoming schedule; 

we would love to see you there! 

JULY 10 Gumbo Limbo Nature Center 

1801 North Ocean Blvd Boca Raton, FL 

JULY 17 The Ark 

JULY 24 Sugar Sand Science Exploratorium and Playground 

300 South Military Trail Boca Raton, FL 

JULY 31 The Ark 

Please contact Katie Correia for more details at 

katiecorreiapa@gmail.com or 215-435-6766 

CCD VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 

The St. Joan of Arc Office of Religious Education is responsible for 

preparing children for reception of the Sacraments and to assist parents 

in their children's education in our Catholic faith. At this time our office 

is looking for volunteers who are interested in working with us in 

various roles as we prepare for the upcoming school year. Parents 

and grandparents are often volunteers in our program. Perhaps God is 

calling you to play a part in the Religious Education of our children. 

Call Cassie at 561-391-4345 for more information and to find out 

about training classes that we are offering in Religious Education. 

PREPARING TO BE A U.S. CITIZEN? 

Preparation in English for the U.S. Citizenship Test will begin in 

October. Sessions will run six weeks. If you are interested and can 

commit to coming each 

week, please contact 

Sister Carmen 

at 561-289-7846 

for information regarding 

time, place and residency 

requirements. 

SUNDAY READINGS 

JULY 8 

(14th Sunday in Ordinary Time) 

Ezek 2: 2-5; 2Cor 12: 7-10 

Mk 6: 1-6 

July 15 

(15th Sunday in Ordinary Time) 

Amos 7: 12-15; Eph 1: 3-14 

Mk 6;7-13

YOUTH GROUP 

ANNOUNCEME NT 

All altar servers please pick up 

your summer schedules either in the 

Altar Server Room, the School Office, 

Parish Office or online 

visit www.stjoan.org 

Go to Ministries 

/Church Related Ministries 

/Altar Servers 

Upcoming Events 

8 th – Youth Group Meeting: Discussion Night - - “So there’s my ‘church 

life’ and then there’s my ‘real life’”: Exploring the disconnect. 6- 

-7:45pm in Mercy Center 

11 th – Group Trip to Rapids Water Park 4- -7pm 

(6566 N. Military Trail in West Palm Beach) 

15 th – NO Youth Group Meeting: Katherine in Peru 

22 nd – Youth Group Meeting: Katherine in Peru - - Adult Volunteers Lead 

26 th – Faith and Film: The Mission (PG, 1986) 7pm at The Ark. 

All ages welcome. 

28 th – CST Service Saturday: Habitat for Humanity 9am- -1pm 

(location TBA) 

29 th – Youth Group Meeting: Presentation on Peru and the 

Good Shepherd Mission. 6- 7:45pm in Mercy Center 

30 th – Day at the Beach! (Palmetto Pavilion on A1A) 11am- -3pm 

For more information please contact KATHERINE LEACH at 

561-952-2858 or Email: leach_katherine@stjoan.org 

SJA YOUNG ADULTS 

Every Tuesday – Open Field Soccer w/ Fr. Tomasz at 7pm 

at the SJA field. 

Every Thursday – St. Jude’s Cristo Joven/Young Christ Group 

Meetings (bi-lingual): 7pm in St. Jude’s School Room 8A. 

13-15 th – PB Diocese: Our Lady of Florida Young Adult 

Retreat please visit www.ourladyofflorida.org 

for more information. 

26 th – Faith and Film: The Mission (PG, 1986) 7pm at 

“The Ark” (319 SW 3rd St. in Boca) followed by discussion 

27 th – Young Adult Social at 7pm at The Wishing Well Irish Pub 

(111 SE Mizner Blvd. in Boca) 

28 th – CST Service Saturday: Habitat for Humanity 9am-1pm 

(in Boca: exact location TBA) 

Contact Katherine Leach for more information: 561-952-2858 

leach_katherine@stjoan.org 

JOIN US FOR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 

Director: Cassie Krajewski Adm. Asst.: Marie Olson 

Office Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm 

Phone: (561) 391-4345 Fax:(561) 962-6002. 

Please register your child for 2012/2013 

by July 31 

Registration forms are in the 

Religious Education office. Classes will fill up very quickly. 

CONFIRMATION DAY: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2012 

Thanks to our catechists and all our volunteers who made this year a 

success. Please come back next year! Our children need your talents. 


S.J.A. MINISTRIES & SUPPORT SERVICES 

PRAY THE ROSARY 

Join us every morning, 

6:15am in the Chapel, to 

pray for our Pope, Bishop, 

Priests, Deacons, and Religious, and 

for vocations. Join us every morning 

after the 8:15am Mass in the Chapel to 

pray to end abortion. 

SCRIPTURE STUDY 

Sunday Morning from 9:15am to 10:30 

am. in Conf. Room B as we study the 

Book of Romans. 

Thursday Morning 9:00am to 10:30am 

in Family Life House (399 SW 3Rd. St.) 

as we study the upcoming Sunday 

Readings. Coffee is served! 

ST. JOAN OF ARC KNIGHTS 

OF COLUMBUS! 

We are a part of this 

great dynamic 

Catholic International 

Organization. 

Call Ken Paulsen, 

G.K.: 561-926-7715. 

ST. JOAN OF ARC COLUMBIETTES 

are the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary 

of dedicated Catholic 

women. Please join us 

as United We Stand 

to embark on this 

fresh new year in 

building a strong bond 

in our parish. For details 

call Gracie Lesavoy, 561-910-1756. 

UPGRADE YOUR CLOSET! 

THE ST. JOAN OF ARC 

USHERS WANT YOU!!! 

Are you tired of your wardrobe and 

deciding what to wear to Mass each 

week? Let us dress you! We are a 

ministry of over 60 men and women 

that provide each mass with the 

hospitality & services to make all 

parishioners and guests feel welcome. 

We would like to tell you about this 

great ministry and how getting involved 

provides a service to St. Joan and a 

blessing for you. And you’ll be one of 

the best dressed people at Mass! 

Call Dennis Jordan 561-395-8329. 


JOIN THE SJA COUNCIL OF 

CATHOLIC WOMEN (CCW) 

St. Joan of Arc Council 

of Catholic Women 

(CCW) is a dynamic 

group of women who 

support, empower and 

educate its members in 

spirituality, leadership 

and service. We are an 

affiliate of the National 

Council of Catholic Women. Our Circle 

Meetings are smaller groups that meet 

once a month. 

St. Ana Circle 4th Wednesday at 8am. 

St. Clare Circle 3rd Wednesday at 1pm. 

Sts Martha & Mary Circle 3rd Thursday at 

7pm. St. Monica Circle 4th Monday at 

2pm. St. Therese of Lisieux 3rd Tuesday 

at 8am. We have an interesting calendar 

of events. Please join us, make new 

friends, as we are Women Making a 

difference. 

For more information call 

Miriam Gaynor, 561-395-5615 

SJA RESPECT 

LIFE MINISTRY 

Join us to pray the rosary at the 

Planned Parenthood site at 8177 

Glades Rd., West Boca. We meet in 

front of the shopping center at 

9:45am on Fridays. 

For information call Terri at 

561-901-7312 or Mary Jane at 

561-961-4900. 

PREGNANT? KNOW YOUR 

OPTIONS, CALL 800-395-HELP 

ADORATION OF 

THE BLESSED 

SACRAMENT 

Join us every 

Tuesday, 5-9pm 

and Friday, 9am to 

9pm in the Chapel. 

Divine Mercy 

Chaplet prayed on 

Fridays at 3:00pm, and the Rosary 

on Fridays at 8:30pm. 

KNIT/CROCHET SOCIAL 

All are invited to join us on the 1st & 3rd 

Thursday of the 

month at 10:30am in 

the Spiritual Life 

House. Beginners to 

experts are needed 

to make prayer 

shawls and projects for preemies, kids 

and our troops. 

Call Claire at 445-4802 or Dottie at 

395-2681 for more information. 

SJA DAD’S CLUB 

Monday mornings at 7:30 am. 

All dads in the Parish welcome. 

Drop off your children & come to Mercy 

Center for coffee and fraternity. 

P.O.P.S. 

Parents of Prayer & Service meet 

every Thursday during the school year, 

7:45am to 8:15am in the Convent 

Chapel. Please join us. 

ALLELUIA CLUB 

Is a meeting of Parishioners 55 +, 

will resume meeting 

September 9, 2012. 

SJA SCHOOL ALUMNI: 

We invite you to register on our St. 

Joan of Arc website as an alumnus if 

you haven't already done so at 

alumniassoc@stjoan.org 

SHARED CARE 

Each Wednesday at Temple 

Beth El, 9:30am to 2:30pm. 

Bring your loved one so you may 

have some respite care, or come and 

volunteer and have fun with us! 

This is a combined effort between 

Temple Beth El, St. Joan of Arc and 

The First Presbyterian Church. 

For more info call Tessie O’Dea 

at 561-952-2852. 

THE SJA PUBLIC ADVOCACY 

COMMITTEE is requesting the 

current members and any other 

parishioners who wish to join, 

to send their email/phone number 

(whichever you wish) to Joseph 

Kabbas, Chairman of Public 

Advocacy. Joined with Public 

Advocacy is Respect Life. 

If you are a member or wish to be 

part of these two ministries, please 

forward your e-mail / phone number 

to Joseph Kabbas Chairman e-mail 

journeysatce@aol.com 

phone 561-299-8921 

fax 561-362-7134 

AA (ALCOHOLIC 

ANONYMOUS) 

Meets at St. Joan of Arc Saturdays, 

10am in Immaculata Center, 

Mondays, 7:00pm, Art Room, and 

Wednesdays 7:00pm in 

Immaculata Center. 

NA (NARCOTICS 

ANONYMOUS) 

Meets at St. Joan of Arc Fridays at 7 

pm, in Immaculata Center. 

More information call: 276-4581 

KOINONIA 

GATHERING 

2nd Sunday of 

each month at 

10:30am ImmaculataCenter. 

For info call 

Tessie O’Dea at 561-620-4805 

MOMMY & ME 

Weekly get together 

Weekly get 

together-Every 

Tuesday between 

11:00 am and 1:00pm 

Come and go as you 

please at THE ARK. 

We bring 

snacks/lunch for the little ones and 

ourselves. 

Please contact Katie Correia 

at 215-435-6766 or 

katiecorreiapa@yahoo.com 

for information. 

JOYFUL AGAIN 

For more information please 

call Marjorie O’Sullivan 

561-395-6029. 

SUNDAY TV MASS 

FOR THE HOMEBOUND 

Each week at 9:30am on WPXP TV, 

Channel 8, Mass for the Homebound 

can be seen. For a copy of the 

Sunday Missal, call the Diocesan 

Office of Communications at 

561-775-9529. 

HOMEBOUND MINISTRY 

Call us if you or someone you know 

is no longer able to attend Mass. 

Our Extraordinary Ministers of 

Holy Communion visit the elderly 

& infirmed Parishioners. 

Call 561-952-2828 

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 

Director: Cassie Krajewski 

Adm. Asst.: Marie Olson 

Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday, 

Thursday, Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm 

Wednesday: 10:00am-6:00pm. 

Sunday: 8:00am-12:00pm 

Phone: (561) 391-4345 

Fax:(561) 962-6002. 

Sunday Classes (9:15 – 10:30 am) 

Wednesday Classes (4:45 – 6:00pm)

PRAY FOR THE SICK 

July 

Andrew Swider, Anthony Frasca, Amy Horn, Betty Miller, 

Caridad Cabrera, Charlene Fromm, Charlene DiCiccio, Christopher 

Nguyen, Carlo Calautti, Claire O’Malley, David Barbee, Denise 

Goldschneider, Elsa Santacroce, Ernest Gonzales, Eric Heger, Frydel 

Shoemaker, Gino Devellis (5 yrs. old), Gertrude Rishoff, Grace 

Vaught, James Blake, Jim Malony, John Watsek, Jack O’Neil, 

Jean Manno, John O’Brien, Joan McGarry, Joe Altier, Joan Petrocelli, 

John & Adele Lynn, John Feeney, John McCormick, Josephine Fiorito, 

Joseph Strazzulla, Juan Carlos Passano, Laverne Kolcun, 

Katie Kesl,Laura Brunette, Lilian Santiesteban, Maria Rey Kelly, 

Mary Cynthia Donnelly, Mary Rellick, Diacono, Miguel Munoz, 

Nick Aloi, Nathan Bragg, Neil Lavey, Paul Jackson, Patty Verzino, 

Pat Connelly, Pat Zatarga, Patrick Conaghan, Ramon Miranda, 

Fr. Ray Staunton, Rose Phelan, Roland Mitchell, Ruby Troy, Sue Posey, 

Suzanne Smiley, Sonia Sakata, Stephen Pike, Thomas-Eilmansberger, 

Tyler Roberts, Vida Cox, Capt. William C. Kotheimer, Jr. 

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP US 

BEAUTIFY OUR CHURCH? 

If you are a florist and would like to provide a floral bouquet 

to grace our church for weekend masses, please call 392-0007. 

Your name will be published in our Parish bulletin. 

If you are a parishioner and would like 

to donate flowers, please call our office at 561.392.0007. 

Thank you & God bless. 

This week’s altar flowers 

courtesy of: 

BOCA OCEAN FLORIST 

Special Arrangements 

392-8850 

BAPTISMS 

We welcome the newest members of St Joan of 

Arc Parish and offer our congratulations to the 

parents of the newly baptized. 

Angelo 

ALTAR BREAD 

Do you want a special remembrance for a loved one, 

living or deceased? You can donate Altar Bread for a week of Masses by 

calling Karen Tringali, 561-752-0014. 

July 8: In memory of beloved wife, mother and grandmother Irene Timmons 

by the John Tringali Family 

Overseas in 

The US Armed Forces: 

"We loved them in life; 

let us not abandon them 

in death until 

we have seen them safely 

into the House of the Lord." 

- ST. AMBROSE 

Afghanistan: Staff. Sgt. Douglas Stott, PVT 1st Class Benjamin Creed, 

PVT. Brendan Nestor. 

Iraq: Sgt. Maj. John Hermeling, Capt. Christopher Allen & PFC Lee E. 

Palmer; David Schuler, Lance Corp., Marines. 

Okinowa: PVT 1st Class Ryan Neil; Sr. William Fix Jr., US Navy. 

When you consider your estate plans, 

remember your spiritual Family 

Truly your parish has been a part of your faith 

development, a member of your family. 

Consider becoming a member of 

The Arc Angel Society as a way of guaranteeing 

the health of your spiritual family long into 

the future. Please consider a bequest as part of your plans to benefit 

your parish. Through your estate, your membership in our extended 

community of faith will continue in perpetuity. 

Your attorney, or financial advisor can advise you on the tax benefits 

and other considerations you will want to think about as you consider 

your estate plans. A number of valuable and attractive benefits will 

accompany your membership. These include special masses and mailings 

designed especially for Society members. 

For more information, please contact Wendy Horton at 561.952-2838. 


PLAN A MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND 

Celebrate Your Marriage! Just as you celebrate special occasions and gatherings 

together with family, why not also celebrate your marriage by going 

to a World Wide Marriage Encounter weekend? Carve out the time you 

so richly deserve to make your good marriage better. 2012 weekend 

date Oct 26-28. Call John and Ann Geer at 954-785-5955, 

or apply online at http://www.wwmesefla.com 

NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING CLASSES 

The Diocese of Palm Beach and The Couple to Couple League announce 

the next Natural Family Planning courses. Each course consists of three 

classes. The next course will be held at Ruppert Residence, 1924 Wren 

Avenue, Ft. Pierce on 7/17. Classes will start at 9:30 a.m. A course will 

also be held at St. Therese de Lisieux in Wellington on 7/17. 

These classes will start at 7 p.m. To register, go to www.ccli.org click on 

“Register for Class,” then follow the prompts. 

CATHOLIC CHARITIES: DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH 

PROMOTING LIFE, DIGNITY AND JUSTICE 

Counseling, Elder Affairs, Guardianship Training, Immigration & Refugee 

Services, Office of Black Catholic Ministry, Pahokee Pals, Outreach 

Information and Referral, Pregnancy Care Centers, Prison Ministry, 

Respect Life Ministry, Catholic Relief Services, Samaritan Center, Substance 

Addiction Ministry, Wellness and Interfaith Health & Wellness. 

For general or program information contact 561-775-9560. 

“PRAYERS FOR RELIGIOUS LIBERTY” NOW PART 

OF A NATIONWIDE PRAYER CAMPAIGN 

The Administrative Committee for the United States Conference of 

Catholic Bishops (USCCB) is calling for a nationwide prayer campaign for 

the protection of religious freedom and conscience rights. To support this 

effort, the USCCB has developed prayers sources in both English and 

Spanish. These can be found on the diocesan website at 

www.diocesepb.org. Look on the center of the home page for the 

“Religious Freedom and Conscience Protection” image. Click on that 

image for the prayers and the latest information related to the U.S. 

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) healthcare mandate 

that virtually all private health care plans must cover sterilization, aborti- 


AROUND 

OUR DIOCESE 

facients, and contraception.This section also provides other helpful links 

and provides information that can help you gain a better understanding 

of this threat to religious freedom. For the latest information, please 

continue to visit this page plus the “Bishop’s Statements” section at 

www.diocesepb.org 

VOTE TO PROTECT RELIGIOUS FREEDOM 

The faithful of the Diocese of Palm Beach and Floridians have an opportunity 

this November to take direct action towards the protection of religious 

freedom by voting ‘yes’ on both Amendments 6 and 8. 

Amendment 6 protects taxpayers from funding services against their 

conscience by prohibiting public funds for abortion and requires parents 

to give their consent in order for their child to obtain an abortion. 

By preserving time-honored public-private partnerships, Amendment 8 

eliminates discrimination against churches and religious organizations 

that provide social services. It provides that neither the government nor 

any agent of the government may deny to any individual or entity the 

benefits of any program, funding, or other support on the basis of religious 

identity and belief. For more information on these amendments, 

please visit the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops at 

www.flaccb.org. If you want to sign up for advocacy and action alerts, 

look at the Take Action section of the site and click on Join The Network 

and/or Grassroots Action Center. Information can also be found on the 

diocesan website www.diocesepb.org 

DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH TO HOLD PATRIOTIC CONCERT 

In observance of the Fortnight for Freedom, the Diocese of Palm Beach 

will hold a Patriotic concert at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola in 

Palm Beach Gardens on Monday, July 2, from 7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. Choir 

members and musicians from many parishes within the diocese will perform. 

Admission is free. Bishop Gerald Barbarito will welcome and provide 

opening prayer. For more information, call the diocese at 

561-775-9500. 

YOUNG ADULT SPIRITUAL RETREAT 

There will be a retreat for young adults, single or married, ages 18-35, 

at Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center Spiritual Center July 13 through 

July 15. Register by contacting Father Paul Wierichs at 561-626-1300 

or via email: PWierichs@cpprov.org

XIV Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario, Ciclo B. San Marcos 6,1-6: 

Te basta mi gracia 

El Señor nos presta su ayuda para superar los 

obstáculos, las tentaciones y las dificultades. 

— «Si quieres, puedes». 

Te basta mi gracia. Son palabras que hoy el 

Señor dirige a cada uno de nosotros para que 

nos llenemos de fortaleza y de esperanza ante 

las pruebas que tengamos delante. Nuestra 

misma debilidad nos servirá para gozarnos en 

el poder de Cristo, nos enseñará a amar y sentir 

la necesidad de estar siempre muy cerca de 

Jesús. Las mismas derrotas, los proyectos incumplidos 

nos llevarán a exclamar: Cuando soy 

débil, entonces soy fuerte, porque Cristo está 

A mí me parece que durante este tiempo en que, 

como católicos, consideramos con mucha atención la importancia 

de la libertad religiosa, también es importante lo 

que significa que las personas de fe participen en los procesos 

de una democracia. Sabemos que en una democracia 

existe el derecho de la libre expresión, a elaborar leyes 

civiles y, sobre todo, que todo ciudadano disfrute del derecho 

al voto. Esto no significa, sin embargo, garantizar una 

igualdad de influencia o de acceso al proceso de decisiones 

de política pública. En nuestro país hoy en día, sobre todo 

por el gasto exorbitante de los candidatos a cargos públicos, 

el dinero y el acceso al dinero es una preocupación 

muy importante para los políticos. A menudo, especialmente 

durante una época de elecciones, parecería ser que 

se dedica mas tiempo a recaudar dinero que a gobernar. 

Además se hacen banquetes, cócteles y otras amenidades 

sociales con el objetivo de otorgar acceso a los candidatos 

políticos con la intención de defender intereses personales 

o específicos. Todo esto hace que uno cuestione la máxima 

de que una democracia es "el gobierno del pueblo, 

para el pueblo y por el pueblo.". También es cierto que en 

el momento de la elaboración de las leyes un pequeño 

número de grupos de presión con intereses especiales 

tienen un grado desproporcionado de poder e influencia. 

Con estas realidades políticas en mente, es especialmente 

importante que como "ciudadanos responsables" 

usemos todos los medios a nuestro alcance para expresar 

nuestros pensamientos, valores, ética y visión en un verdadero 

diálogo democrático. Entiendo que, como " ciu- 

Ministerio Hispano 

conmigo. 

Cuando la tentación o los contratiempos o el 

cansancio se hagan mayores, el demonio 

tratará de insinuarnos la desconfianza, el 

desánimo, el descamino. Por eso, hoy debemos 

aprender la lección que nos da San Pablo: 

Cristo está entonces especialmente presente 

con su ayuda; basta que acudamos a Él. Y 

también podremos decir con el Apóstol: Con 

sumo gusto me gloriaré más todavía en mis 

flaquezas, en los oprobios, en las necesidades, 

en la persecuciones y angustias, por Cristo.... 

(de Hablar con Dios del Padre Francisco Fernández 

Carvajal) 

TRADUCCION DEL MENSAJE DE NUESTRO PASTOR, MONSEÑOR MICHAEL D. MCGRAW: 

POR QUÉ ES IMPORTANTE EN UNA DEMOCRACIA SER CIUDADANOS RESPONSABLES 

dadanos responsables" católicos, la actividad política es un 

privilegio y un deber. Nos involucramos en el "arte del discernimiento", 

es decir el arte de hacer un análisis cuidadoso 

de la situación en la que nos encontramos hoy en día 

---- como "la disposición de la tierra", los problemas 

cívico/religiosos de relevancia, buscando una clara 

comprensión de las posiciones de los políticos con 

referencia a las enseñanzas de nuestra fe. Iluminados por 

la oración, haciendo examen de conciencia y, finalmente, 

actuando de acuerdo con nuestro discernimiento informado 

emitimos nuestro voto “responsable”. Solamente si un 

gran número de ciudadanos votan se puede influir en las 

políticas públicas y dar forma a las decisiones que nos 

afectan a todos. 

Desde mi punto de vista, uno de los temas críticos 

sobre los que nosotros, como "ciudadanos responsables” 

debemos especialmente concentrar nuestras energías es en 

defender la libertad de religión y el libre ejercicio de la fe. 

Como se sabe, estamos confrontando decisiones de política 

pública que, por primera vez en la historia de nuestra 

nación, tratan de definir el alcance y las características de 

la práctica de la fe/ religión. Se encuentra en proceso de 

ser impuesta sobre nosotros una definición pobre y distorsionada 

de lo que constituye una organización y sus ministerios 

basada en la fe. Se nos está diciendo que "por las 

normas administrativas" los ministerios de nuestra iglesia, 

que han sido y son el centro de nuestra identidad como el 

cuidado de la salud, la educación y la caridad, no son realmente 

de identidad espiritual o religiosa ni en su intención 

ni resultados. Por lo tanto no tienen derecho a ser protegidos 

como las "buenas obras que son fruto de la fe". Una 

posición pobre y distorsionada de lo que constituye una organización 

basada en la fe está siendo impuesta en 

nosotros, se argumenta que la conciencia, los valores del 

Evangelio y la Tradición de la Iglesia no tienen ninguna 

relevancia en la determinación de lo que constituyen 

actividades religiosas. El gobierno determinará cuáles son 

las actividades y las buenas obras que van a ser protegidas 

por los derechos de la Primera Enmienda de la Constitución. 

Es muy importante distinguir que lo que está en 

juego aquí no es un aspecto de un plan de seguro médico, 

sino más bien "¿Cuál es la autoridad que define nuestra 

práctica de la religión y nuestra identidad?" ¿No son 

buenas obras de formación en la fe, el cuidado de los 

enfermos y el cuidado de los pobres? El definirlas como 

algo distinto de lo que realmente son es un abuso de la 

autoridad civil y una intrusión en los derechos de la Primera 

Enmienda. Son estas actividades tan espirituales, como las 

que tienen lugar dentro de nuestras iglesias. 

Durante esta Quincena de la fe, con la oración, la 

educación y la formación en la fe, es imperativo que nos 

unamos como una comunidad católica para expresar 

nuestra identidad y nuestros valores con determinación, 

con caridad y respeto por los demás. Recordemos las 

palabras de Santo Tomás Moro en la obra Un hombre para 

la eternidad, ---- "Yo soy un buen siervo del Rey, pero 

primero de Dios." 

Visite nuestra página web y vea si encuentra su foto: www.stjoan.org/ministries/casa-hispana 

JULIO 8 ST. JOAN OF ARC 15

MINISTERIO HISPANO. AVISOS PARROQUIALES 

NUESTRA MISIÓN 

Como una comunidad heterogénea, con alegría alabamos a Dios, celebramos 

en comunión, y cuidamos del prójimo con fe inquebrantable, 

confianza esperanzada y amor apasionado. 

NUESTRA VISIÓN 

En el año 2016 seremos una comunidad Católica receptiva y relevante 

que fomente el crecimiento espiritual, uniendo generaciones y culturas, y 

nutriendo lo mejor del espíritu humano en sí mismo y en los demás a 

través del estudio, la devoción y el servicio. 

NUESTROS OBJETIVOS 

Crecer en el amor, Crecer en servicio a los demás, Crecer en la fe, 

Crecer como iglesia, Promulgar el Evangelio y Aumentar nuestros 

recursos materiales. 

Únase a nosotros para REZAR EL SANTO ROSARIO todos los viernes 

enfrente de Planned Parenthood (8177 Glades Road West Boca) a las 

9:45am. Nos encontramos en frente del shopping center a las 9:45am. 

ENCINTA? Necesita ayuda? Llame al 800 395 HELP 

Las CLASES DE CONFIRMACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL para jóvenes y 

adultos se realizarán durante el mes de Julio los días lunes y miércoles 

(16, 18, 23, 25 y 30 ) de 6:30pm a 7:30pm en la Clase de Arte del 

Ministry Building. Llame al 561 843 1099 para anotarse. 

La Confirmación será el dia 13 de octubre 

VISITE LA CASA HISPANA para admirar 

los nuevos murales pintados por 

nuestra querida profesora de arte Patricia 

Cadena. Las clases de Arte de Patricia 

se realizarán durante todo el verano 

los Martes en dos sesiones, por la 

mañana a las 9:00 am y después de 

las cinco de la tarde para los que 

trabajan. Llame a la Casa hispana o a 

Patricia al teléfono 954-394-4846. 

CÓMO HACERSE CIUDADANO DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS la 

próxima sesión será el Lunes 16 de Julio, 30 de Julio, 13 de Agosto y 27 

de agosto de 11:00am a 12:00pm 

La LITURGIA DE LA PALABRA PARA NIÑOS continua el 14 de Julio 

DIRECTORIO 

Director: Constanza Preble 561-952-2860 - 561-843-1099 - Ministerio Extraordinario de la Eucaristía: Sr. y Sra. Córdova 561-573-0194 - 

Bautismos en Español: 561-952-2860 - Servidores del Altar: Patricia Jaramillo 561-674-4852 - Proclamadores de la Palabra: Gisela Delgado 561-952-2860 - 

Computación - Negocios y Motivación: 561- 929-9005 - Clases de Inglés: 561- 289-7846 - Director de Música: Dr. Lola González : 561-952-2856 - Informes: 561-952-2860 

16 ST. JOAN OF ARC JULIO 8 

El GRUPO DE ORACIÓN “PADRE PIO” 

continuara el Jueves 12 de julio 

Las CLASES DE PREPARACIÓN EN INGLES para el examen de 

ciudadanía recomenzaran en octubre. El curso durará seis semanas 

continuas (de Octubre a Noviembre). Si usted esta interesado y puede 

participar cada semana llame a la hermana Carmen al 561-289-7846 

para información acerca del lugar, hora y requisitos de su residencia 

necesarios. 

Las CLASES DE COMPUTACIÓN CONTINUARAN 

el dia 14 de julio, estan abiertas las inscripcones. Mas informacion 

llamar al 561-929-9005 

Durante los meses de Julio todos los miércoles en la Casa Hispana 

se ofrecerán CLASES DE ARREGLOS FLORALES para mayor información 

llame a la Casa Hispana. 

La próxima CLASE DE COCINA INTERNACIONAL será el lunes 6 de 

agosto a las 10:00 am. Reserve su lugar con anticipación llamando al 

561-843-1099 o a la Casa Hispana. Espacio limitado. 

GRUPO DE ORACIÓN SANTA JUANA DE ARCO. Te invitamos todos 

los jueves de 7:00pm a 8:00pm a orar y alabar al Señor en la Casa 

Hispana, no precisa registrarse. 

RICA: Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos, 

Confirmaciones para Adultos etc. 

Llame al 561-952-2860 para registrarse. 

Las CLASES DE PREPARACIÓN 

PARA EL BAUTISMO DE LOS NIÑOS son todos los 

terceros martes de cada mes llamar a la parroquia 

561-392-0007 para más información. 

MINISTERIOS: 

Los jóvenes mayores de 14 años interesados en participar en los 

ministerios como proclamadores de la palabra, hospitalidad (Ujieres) 

y ayudar en el coro cantando o manejando las pantallas por favor llamar 

a Gisela al 561-809-2879, o a Daniel Pardo: 561-809-4239. 

Les damos horas de servicio comunitario.

JULY 8, 2012 - St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church

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