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Church Address<br />

820 Hickory St. Sebring, Florida<br />

Parish Office/Mailing<br />

882 Bay St. Sebring, FL 33870<br />

Tel: 863-385-0049<br />

Fax: 863-385-5169<br />

Web: www.stcathe.com<br />

E-mail: office@stcathe.com<br />

Office Hours<br />

Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-1:30 PM<br />

CLERGY<br />

Pas<strong>to</strong>r<br />

Very Reverend José González, V.F.<br />

frjose@stcathe.com or 863-385-0049<br />

Parochial Vicar<br />

Reverend Vic<strong>to</strong>r Caviedes<br />

863-385-3993<br />

Assisting Priest (Ret.)<br />

Reverend J. Peter Sheehan<br />

Deacons<br />

Reverend Mr. James R. McGarry<br />

Reverend Mr. Max M. Sévère<br />

SCHEDULE<br />

Weekend Mass Schedule<br />

Saturday—4:00 PM (Sunday Vigil)<br />

Sunday—8:00, 10:30 AM,<br />

12:00 PM (Spanish),<br />

5:00 PM (Holy Family <strong>You</strong>th Center)<br />

Daily Mass<br />

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM & 12:00 Noon<br />

Saturday, 9:00 AM<br />

Sacrament of Penance<br />

First Friday 7:15-7:45 AM<br />

Saturday 3:00-3:45 PM<br />

SCHOOL<br />

Principal: Dr. Anna V. Adam<br />

School Office/Mailing<br />

747 S. Franklin St. Sebring, FL 33870<br />

Tel: 863-385-7300<br />

Fax: 863-385-7310<br />

E-mail: school@stcathe.com<br />

<strong>Jesus</strong> <strong>said</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>his</strong> <strong>disciples</strong>: “<strong>Be</strong><br />

<strong>watchful</strong>! <strong>Be</strong> <strong>alert</strong>! <strong>You</strong> <strong>do</strong> not know<br />

when the time will come.”<br />

Mark 13:33


November 27 2011 ALL ARE WELCOME Page 2<br />

CONTRIBUTION ENVELOPES<br />

Contribution envelopes for the new Liturgical<br />

year are now available. Please pick yours up outside<br />

the church. If any information is incorrect, please let<br />

us know.<br />

<strong>You</strong>r new envelope packet includes envelopes<br />

for your weekly contribution, special contributions,<br />

and contributions <strong>to</strong> our Catholic School and <strong>You</strong>th<br />

Ministry.<br />

<strong>You</strong> may also help St. Catherine Church by<br />

contributing <strong>to</strong> the Catholic Faith Appeal. Gifts in<br />

excess of our assessment will be returned <strong>to</strong> the<br />

church after the first of the year. For questions<br />

or further information, please call the Church Office<br />

at 385-0049.<br />

STEWARDSHIP<br />

Today marks the beginning of a new<br />

liturgical year and the start of the Advent<br />

season.<br />

Advent is a season of joyful anticipation.<br />

We anticipate the celebration of <strong>Jesus</strong>’<br />

birth on Christmas day and we prepare<br />

our hearts and minds <strong>to</strong> celebrate the<br />

mystery of the incarnation, but, as <strong>to</strong>day’s readings<br />

remind us, Advent is also a time for us <strong>to</strong> focus on<br />

the second coming of Christ and <strong>to</strong> remind us that we<br />

should constantly be <strong>watchful</strong> and <strong>alert</strong>, “you <strong>do</strong> not<br />

know when the Lord of the house is coming”<br />

In the first reading, from the book of Isaiah,<br />

we hear about a people pleading for the Lord <strong>to</strong><br />

intervene in their lives in a big way. Then, in the<br />

epistle, St. Paul praises the Lord who has intervened<br />

in <strong>his</strong><strong>to</strong>ry and sent His Son as the fulfillment of the<br />

Jews, messianic hope. St. Paul tells the Corinthians,<br />

“in Him you were enriched in every way … as the<br />

testimony <strong>to</strong> Christ was confirmed among you, so<br />

that you are not lacking in any spiritual gift as you<br />

wait for the revelation of our Lord <strong>Jesus</strong> Christ.”<br />

The parable in Mark’s gospel reiterates these<br />

sentiments. <strong>Jesus</strong> tells of a man who travels abroad,<br />

placing <strong>his</strong> servants in charge, each with <strong>his</strong> own<br />

work. He tells the gatekeeper, “Watch, therefore. <strong>You</strong><br />

<strong>do</strong> not know when the Lord of the house is coming.”<br />

We have all been blessed beyond belief. Leaving<br />

us <strong>to</strong> care for His creation, God has given us a<br />

multitude of gifts. In fact, even our very lives are<br />

gifts from God, and as we live life <strong>to</strong>day, we await<br />

His return in glory. As stewards of these gifts, we<br />

are called <strong>to</strong> be <strong>alert</strong>, <strong>to</strong> always be ready, and <strong>to</strong><br />

constantly prepare for His return, using the gifts<br />

He has given us <strong>to</strong> build His king<strong>do</strong>m, serving our<br />

families, our parishes, and the greater community in<br />

such a way that others see Christ in us and are,<br />

therefore, drawn closer <strong>to</strong> Him.<br />

SPECIAL NEED!<br />

The Diocese of Venice sent an article <strong>to</strong> the news<br />

papers about the tragic accident and death of 12year-old<br />

Adrian Rodriguez. Wauchula’s St. Michael<br />

Catholic Church’s <strong>You</strong>th Group as well as our <strong>You</strong>th<br />

Groups have been very saddened by t<strong>his</strong> since we<br />

have spent time with each other through the years.<br />

Our youth are working very diligently <strong>to</strong> put <strong>to</strong>gether<br />

a special celebration of Adrian’s life on Saturday,<br />

December 10 at Pioneer Park in Wauchula. T<strong>his</strong><br />

event is <strong>to</strong> include our neighboring diocesan youth<br />

groups and is <strong>to</strong> be a free event for them. If you<br />

are interested in more information or would like<br />

<strong>to</strong> <strong>do</strong>nate time or funds, please contact Michelle<br />

McMahon, 863-381-6817. Thank you and God bless.<br />

WE GIVE THANKS<br />

T<strong>his</strong> is the special time year for giving thanks.<br />

In that spirit, our homebound and nursing home<br />

parishioners would like <strong>to</strong> thank the Craft and<br />

Rosary Makers for the thoughtful gifts that they<br />

continue <strong>to</strong> make throughout the year. They are<br />

especially grateful for the sweet Halloween treats,<br />

along with the smiling Thanksgiving scarecrows.<br />

Our homebound and nursing home parishioners<br />

would like <strong>to</strong> thank the Knights of Columbus for the<br />

“Living Faith” and “Le Fe Viva” booklets. They are<br />

very helpful for the homebound,<br />

nursing home, and jail ministry<br />

parishioners who receive them<br />

every three months.<br />

NOW HERE—NEW LITURGY<br />

T<strong>his</strong> weekend we will begin the new liturgy that<br />

we have been preparing <strong>to</strong> receive. To learn more<br />

about the Mass changes, please take one of our Free<br />

CDs. These CDs explain the changes that are taking<br />

place in the Mass. The CDs are located in the Church<br />

vestibule for you <strong>to</strong> borrow and pass on <strong>to</strong> a friend.<br />

THE GIVING TREE<br />

The Giving Tree is located in the vestibule of the<br />

church. On the tree, there are tags with the ages and<br />

genders of the needy children in the Faith Formation<br />

program, along with other needy children.<br />

Gift cards are the best choice of gift for the<br />

children. Please select a tag, purchase a gift card,<br />

bring it in an envelope with the tag visible on the<br />

outside of the envelope and place it in<br />

a bag under the tree.<br />

Gift cards make shopping easier<br />

for you and will allow the children and<br />

their parents <strong>to</strong> choose what is best<br />

for them.


November 27 2011 ALL ARE WELCOME Page 3<br />

First Fridays<br />

A <strong>do</strong> rati on a n d<br />

<strong>Be</strong>nediction is held every<br />

First Friday of each<br />

month, after the 8:00<br />

AM Mass. A<strong>do</strong>ration and<br />

<strong>Be</strong>nediction continues<br />

until 10:00 AM.<br />

During A<strong>do</strong>ration<br />

the Rosary will be prayed in front of<br />

the Blessed Sacrament.<br />

READINGS OF THE WEEK<br />

Monday: Is 2:1-5; Mt 8:5-11<br />

Tuesday: Is 11:1-10; Lk 10:21-24<br />

Wednesday: Rom 10:9-18; Mt 4:18-22<br />

Thursday: Is 26:1-6; Mt 7:21, 24-27<br />

Friday: Is 29:17-24; Mt 9:27-31<br />

Saturday: Is 30:19-21, 23-26;<br />

Mt 9:35-10:1, 5-8<br />

Sunday: Is 40:1-5, 9-11; Psm 85:9-14<br />

2 Pt 3:8-14; Mk 1:1-8<br />

SACRAMENTS<br />

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM<br />

Please call the Parish Office, at 385-0049,<br />

three months prior <strong>to</strong> the Baptism for an<br />

appointment. Parents and godparents must<br />

attend a Baptism preparation class.<br />

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION<br />

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available<br />

in the church on first Fridays from 7:15 <strong>to</strong> 7:45<br />

AM, Saturdays from 3:00 <strong>to</strong> 3:45 PM or by<br />

appointment with any priest.<br />

SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK<br />

Contact the Parish Office, at 385-0049, and<br />

we will visit the home, the hospital or the care<br />

facility.<br />

OTHER LITURGY<br />

FUNERALS<br />

Funeral arrangements are initiated through<br />

the funeral home direc<strong>to</strong>rs who will contact<br />

St. Catherine Church. Please remember St.<br />

Catherine School in Memorial designations.<br />

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS<br />

Eucharistic Ministers take the Eucharist <strong>to</strong><br />

those unable <strong>to</strong> come <strong>to</strong> church. If you are able<br />

<strong>to</strong> assist, call Bob or Carol Ushka, at 385-8301.<br />

MASS INTENTIONS<br />

SATURDAY, November 26th<br />

9:00 AM For those Who Care for the Sick — Fr. José<br />

4:00 PM MARY ANN ESTGEN† Sister, Joyce Ryan<br />

JOSH JETTON† John & Marilyn Hickman<br />

MARGARET RYAN† Daughter, Joyce Ryan<br />

SUNDAY, November 27th<br />

8:00 AM For All Living & Deceased Members of St. Catherine<br />

Church — Fr. José<br />

10:30 AM MARY J. GIBA† Kathy Wilds<br />

CLARA MAJEWSKI† Vic & Dolly Cockrell<br />

MATILDA MATTIE† Robert & Joyce DeCoste<br />

5:00 PM For our <strong>You</strong>th — Fr. José<br />

MONDAY, November 28th<br />

8:00 AM WALTER URBANSKI† Son, Tom<br />

12:00 PM For the Priests of St. Catherine Church — Fr. José<br />

TUESDAY, November 29th<br />

8:00 AM PAUL R. ALWINE† Family<br />

AL SLIFKA† Warren & Narlene S<strong>to</strong>ner<br />

12:00 PM For a growing faith — Fr. José<br />

WEDNESDAY, November 30th<br />

8:00 AM For our Church Leaders — Fr. José<br />

12:00 PM For our Bishop, Priests, and Deacons — Fr. José<br />

THURSDAY, December 1st<br />

8:00 AM For the Safety of Those in Armed Forces — Fr. José<br />

12:00 PM For the Priests of the Diocese of Venice — Fr. José<br />

FRIDAY, December 2nd<br />

8:00 AM For All Living & Deceased Members of CCW — CCW<br />

12:00 PM MARY J. GIBA† Kathy Wilds<br />

MARGARET MCLEAN† Her Family<br />

SATURDAY, December 3rd<br />

9:00 AM For All Struggling from Personal Conflict — Fr. José<br />

4:00 PM FRED ESTGEN† Brother, Bill Estgen<br />

MARY ANN ESTGEN† Husband, Bill Estgen<br />

JOHN HELBLING† The Family<br />

SUNDAY, December 4th<br />

8:00 AM BEATRICE FARNHAN† Her Friends<br />

DORA PEREIRA† Hugo Pereira<br />

JAY STUCKEL† Harold & Phyllis Alt<br />

10:30 AM ULETTA BEEBE† Richard & Luzmila <strong>Be</strong>ebe<br />

CLOTILDE ESPINOSA† Richard & Luzmila <strong>Be</strong>ebe<br />

5:00 PM For All Living & Deceased Members of St. Catherine<br />

Church — Fr. José<br />

MASS INTENTIONS<br />

Forms are available at Church, at our Parish Office, on<br />

our website and in the gift shop. The usual <strong>do</strong>nation is<br />

$10.00. Mass Intention requests can be sent <strong>to</strong> our Parish<br />

office, dropped in the collection basket or transacted in the<br />

gift shop. The intention typically remembers the soul of a<br />

deceased person but may also be for the personal intentions<br />

of the living. Please specify if the person is living or deceased.


November 27 2011 ALL ARE WELCOME Page 4<br />

ACKNOWLEDGING OUR PARTNERSHIP AS ST. CATHERINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL<br />

OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY, WE PROMISE TO WORK TOGETHER TO:<br />

teach the message revealed by God which the Church proclaims.<br />

recognize that all students have their own unique level of ability and achievement.<br />

build a positive self concept, and a sense of self worth in every student entrusted <strong>to</strong> our care.<br />

foster and nurture each student’s faith through prayer, the sacraments, community service and example.<br />

provide a foundation of skills that enables all students <strong>to</strong> be creative users of technology now and in the future.<br />

provide a curriculum in which our students will experience a constructive pattern of growth, which will lead <strong>to</strong><br />

personal fulfillment and future success as lifelong learners.<br />

Dear Parents,<br />

ST. CATHERINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY<br />

LABELS FOR EDUCATION AND BOXTOPS<br />

These coupons found on many food items are worth<br />

money for our Parish School. Please collect them<br />

and deposit them in the vestibule container or<br />

bring them <strong>to</strong> the school or church office.<br />

November has gone by quickly! We are all stuffed from<br />

the delicious food that we had t<strong>his</strong> weekend. There is excitement<br />

in the air as we approach Advent and Christmas.<br />

I am so proud of our students. On November 11,<br />

2011, Veterans Day, the Kindergarten <strong>to</strong> Fifth grade students<br />

sang two songs in church <strong>to</strong> honor the Veterans. The songs<br />

were: When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again and America<br />

the <strong>Be</strong>autiful. There was a slide show shown of the veterans<br />

during the homily. T<strong>his</strong> slide show included pictures and<br />

information of the veterans that turned in their information.<br />

We had Veterans who served all over the world! It was<br />

wonderful <strong>to</strong> hear some of the places they had been. The<br />

children were attentive as they shared where they were<br />

stationed. The children also waved the American flag for the<br />

recessional. They made cards, placemats and a banner <strong>to</strong> show<br />

how much the Veterans mean <strong>to</strong> them.<br />

There was also a breakfast that followed in the Parish<br />

hall. Some of the children were selected <strong>to</strong> be servers and<br />

enjoyed speaking <strong>to</strong> those who stayed <strong>to</strong> eat.<br />

Please keep an eye out for the date of the upcoming<br />

Christmas program with the children that will be held inside<br />

the church.<br />

Thank you <strong>to</strong> all who support St. Catherine School. So far,<br />

it has been a wonderful four months. God bless all of you for all<br />

that you <strong>do</strong> each day <strong>to</strong> keep your children at St. Catherine.<br />

— Dr. Anna V. Adam<br />

Principal<br />

ENROLLMENT CONTINUES FOR 2011 – 2012<br />

Space is available in Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd<br />

grades. For questions or more information<br />

please call the school at 385–7300 or<br />

email school@stcathe.com.<br />

HELP MAINTAIN OUR SCHOOL<br />

<strong>Be</strong>come a Part of Team-50 for 2011<br />

Join the benefac<strong>to</strong>rs of St. Catherine<br />

Catholic School of Highlands County!<br />

Team-50 is a dedicated group that supports<br />

our Catholic School by pledging <strong>to</strong> <strong>do</strong>nate at<br />

least $50 every month. In 2010, our team<br />

numbered 55 parishioners who contributed a<br />

<strong>to</strong>tal of $22,240 through Team-50. Our goal<br />

for 2011 is 100 members and $60,000. We<br />

need YOU in order <strong>to</strong> succeed!<br />

_____ $50 monthly<br />

_____ $100 bi-monthly<br />

_____ $150/quarterly<br />

_____ $300/semi-annually<br />

_____ credit/ debit card payment<br />

Name ___________________________________<br />

Phone Number ___________________________<br />

Address __________________________________<br />

City, State _______________________________<br />

OUR MISSION<br />

St. Catherine Catholic School of Highlands County is a Pre-K 3 through 5th Grade Elementary School based on<br />

the teachings of <strong>Jesus</strong> Christ in the Roman Catholic tradition. We serve the children of Highlands County.<br />

Each member of the school community answers the call <strong>to</strong> nurture each child - spirit, mind, and body - in a safe,<br />

caring, family atmosphere. We provide a challenging and comprehensive curriculum which addresses a variety of<br />

learning styles and prepares each child for the future.<br />

STEP UP FOR STUDENTS<br />

The closing date for Step Up For Students applications has been extended until all funds are used. School<br />

commitment forms can now be submitted successfully. Please be sure <strong>to</strong> apply online. For questions call the school.<br />

Step Up For Students provides funds of up <strong>to</strong> $4,000 per student each year. Scholarships are available for<br />

approximately 3,000 <strong>to</strong> 5,000 students. New or renewal applications are welcome online: www.stepupforstudents.org.


November 27 2011 ALL ARE WELCOME Page 5<br />

PARISH OFFICE<br />

The office hours are Monday—Friday: 8:30 AM—1:30 PM. The Parish Office phone number is 385-0049. We<br />

also have a portable office in the gift shop where you can place your Mass Intentions and transact other parish<br />

business on Saturdays and Sundays after Mass. For location and contact information, please visit the Gift Shop<br />

article that is located below.<br />

E-MAIL ADDRESSES<br />

We need your e-mail addresses for our parish records. Please come by the Parish Office or call us during open<br />

hours. Thank you for keeping us informed!<br />

BULLETIN DEADLINE<br />

The Bulletin deadline is Thursday at 3:00 PM (10 days before the intended bulletin comes out). Please e-mail all<br />

articles <strong>to</strong> bulletin@stcathe.com.<br />

BOOKKEEPER’S CORNER<br />

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS<br />

Today: In support of our <strong>You</strong>th Ministry.<br />

Next Weekend: No second collection. Please deposit the<br />

Initial Offering and Christmas Flowers offering with the<br />

regular collection.<br />

COLLECTION TOTALS:<br />

Due <strong>to</strong> the Holiday Season and early bulletin deadlines,<br />

we will announce our collection <strong>to</strong>tals in a later bulletin.<br />

CATHOLIC FAITH APPEAL<br />

We have received pledges of $142,775.51 <strong>to</strong>ward our<br />

2011 assessment of $69,000. We are at 206.92% of our goal!<br />

All contributions beyond the goal will be returned promptly<br />

for Parish use. Remember: your <strong>do</strong>nation helps the many<br />

needs of the Diocese of Venice and St. Catherine Parish.<br />

Please write checks <strong>to</strong> the Catholic Faith Appeal.<br />

ENVELOPE BOXES<br />

Members who <strong>do</strong> not have envelopes and want them<br />

should notify the parish office <strong>to</strong> request a set: 385-0049.<br />

SIMPLIFY YOUR ROUTINE<br />

Have you noticed parishioners passing<br />

the collection basket without depositing<br />

their gift? Yet they remain responsible,<br />

contributing members of our congregation.<br />

They simply latched on<strong>to</strong> a new, effective way of giving.<br />

St. Catherine Church uses PledgeConnect’s services <strong>to</strong><br />

assist with regular giving. PledgeConnect au<strong>to</strong>matically<br />

makes your church contributions at your direction from<br />

your credit card or bank account. PledgeConnect was<br />

created for faith-based organizations <strong>to</strong> systemize their<br />

members’ lives and eliminate repetitive tasks.<br />

To join PledgeConnect, visit the church office or our<br />

website, stcathe.com <strong>to</strong> fill out an enrollment form.<br />

PledgeConnect supports direct bank transfers.<br />

Gifts are one-time or au<strong>to</strong>matic at regular intervals.<br />

Alterations can be made <strong>to</strong> the account, <strong>do</strong>nation<br />

amount and contact information at any time.<br />

For more information, contact the office at 385-0049.<br />

CHRISTMAS IN THE GIFT SHOP<br />

Now is the time <strong>to</strong> start thinking about Christmas.<br />

The Gift Shop is receiving Christmas items daily;<br />

including Advent Candle Sets, Advent Calendars,<br />

s<strong>to</strong>cking stuffers for children, and English or Spanish<br />

Christmas cards. Please come in and browse for the<br />

Holiday season… For more information, please call<br />

the gift shop during hours of operation at 385-1118.<br />

Hours of Operation:<br />

Monday—Thursday 2:00—3:30 PM;<br />

Saturday 10:00 AM—12:00 Noon;<br />

3:30—5:30 PM;<br />

Sunday 8:30 AM—1:30 PM<br />

Gift Certificates Available.<br />

We accept MasterCard, Visa and Discover.<br />

B-I-N-G-O HELPS OUR SCHOOL<br />

BINGO is held every Thursday evening,<br />

in the Parish Hall. Please join us for food,<br />

refreshments and a game of chance with<br />

significant jackpots.<br />

SCHEDULE<br />

8:00 <strong>to</strong> 9:00 AM Make salad and desserts<br />

3:00 <strong>to</strong> 3:30 PM Set up Bingo packages<br />

4:30 <strong>to</strong> 5:45 PM Sell Bingo Tickets<br />

5:45 <strong>to</strong> 7:30 PM Play First Half of Bingo<br />

7:30 <strong>to</strong> 7:40 PM Intermission — Gift Shop<br />

7:40 PM Close & Clean Up Kitchen<br />

7:40 <strong>to</strong> 9:30 PM Play Second Half of Bingo<br />

9:30 <strong>to</strong> 9:45 PM Final clean up<br />

All proceeds support St. Catherine Catholic<br />

School of Highlands County. Volunteers for all parts<br />

of the schedule are needed, especially in the kitchen,<br />

selling Bingo Tickets and Calling.<br />

Support St. Catherine School by helping with<br />

BINGO on Thursdays. To pledge your support, call<br />

Mike Flood at 471-6381.<br />

FLORIDA CATHOLIC SUBSCRIPTIONS: St. Catherine Church is responsible for an allotment of Florida<br />

Catholic subscriptions. If we <strong>do</strong> not meet the goal, we must pay the amount due out of parishioners’ contributions.<br />

Last year, St. Catherine had <strong>to</strong> pay $1,134 <strong>to</strong> the Florida Catholic out of weekly contributions. <strong>You</strong>r contributions<br />

pay for the Florida Catholic, so subscribe and receive the reading. When subscribing <strong>to</strong> the Florida Catholic, mark<br />

your check “St. Catherine Parish” <strong>to</strong> help us fulfill our allotment! Extra envelopes are in the church vestibule racks.


November 27 2011 ALL ARE WELCOME Page 6<br />

ST. CATHERINE YOUTH GROUPS<br />

LIFE TEEN AND EDGE<br />

Our LifeTeen continues<br />

on Sundays from 6:30-8:30 PM and Edge continues on<br />

Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 PM at the Holy Family<br />

<strong>You</strong>th Center. Please join us for a dynamic youth<br />

group full of fun, fellowship and spirituality.<br />

FAMILY MASS<br />

Family Mass at the Holy Family <strong>You</strong>th Center<br />

is now in session every Sunday afternoon at 5:00 PM.<br />

Our youth handle various parts of the Mass each<br />

weekend. It is a blessing <strong>to</strong> see our teens involved and<br />

enjoying their faith.<br />

CONFIRMATION CLASS<br />

Confirmation class will meet Sunday mornings,<br />

from 10:15 <strong>to</strong> 11:45 AM in the Music Center,<br />

beginning January 8, 2012. For more information,<br />

please call Georgia, 381-3713.<br />

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS<br />

All Right <strong>to</strong> Life Baby Bottles should have been<br />

collected. If you have not returned your baby bottle,<br />

please contact Joe McClernan at 697-8012.<br />

“Keep Christ in Christmas” magnets are $5 per<br />

magnet. To place orders, contact Frank Stan<strong>to</strong>n at<br />

grandknight@sebringknights.com or 835-1031. All<br />

payments are due at delivery.<br />

The 4th Degree of the Knights of Columbus are<br />

sponsoring a Casino Night <strong>to</strong> Immokalee on Saturday,<br />

December 10. The bus will leave St. Catherine at 8<br />

AM and return about 7 PM. Cost is $35. For more<br />

information call Ricar<strong>do</strong> at 863-699-0000.<br />

St. James Church is sponsoring a trip<br />

<strong>to</strong> the Holy Land Experience in Orlan<strong>do</strong><br />

on Saturday, December 17. Cost is $55,<br />

including transportation. For information,<br />

call Ricar<strong>do</strong> at 863-699-0000.<br />

GOSPEL OF MARK<br />

The Gospel of Mark<br />

bible study is every<br />

Wednesday, from 6:30 <strong>to</strong><br />

7:30 PM, in the School<br />

Library, 901 Hickory St.<br />

For a new awareness<br />

of the Bible as teacher<br />

for your life, join the<br />

group. For further<br />

information, contact Dr.<br />

Al Bajohr or Millie at<br />

385-0049.<br />

FREE CATHOLIC RESOURCES<br />

APOSTOLIC SUCCESSION People often ask, “How<br />

can I begin <strong>to</strong> defend my faith? How <strong>do</strong> I prepare <strong>to</strong> tell<br />

others why I believe the Roman Catholic Church is the<br />

one true church of <strong>Jesus</strong> the Christ?”<br />

If you want <strong>to</strong> learn how <strong>to</strong> answer questions on<br />

your faith, please pick up a flyer in the church vestibule.<br />

Apos<strong>to</strong>lic succession is one of the many subjects available<br />

and they are FREE. Also available are CDs that<br />

pertain <strong>to</strong> many interesting subjects, these can<br />

be purchased or borrowed.<br />

COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN<br />

COUNCIL MEETINGS<br />

Daytime Council: November 28 at 1:30 PM in the Music<br />

Center. For more information: Grace Lewis, 385-3973.<br />

CCW CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON<br />

Saturday, December 10 will be our CCW Christmas<br />

Luncheon at 11:30 AM at the Sebring Lakeside Tea Room,<br />

1062 Lake Sebring Drive. Cost is $18.00. Menu is: #1 Pork<br />

Tenderloin; #2 Chicken Salad; #3 Seafood Au Gratin.<br />

Make checks payable <strong>to</strong> CCW for $18.00. Mail <strong>to</strong><br />

Jeannette Mikelonis: 3811 Leeway Ct. Sebring, FL 33875.<br />

Please mark the number or name of your menu selection<br />

on the Memo of your check. <strong>You</strong> may also pay Jeannette<br />

at your CCW meeting. Deadline is December 3. For more<br />

information, call Grace Lewis at 385-3973.<br />

FIRST FRIDAY MASS<br />

The First Friday Mass will be Friday, December 2 at<br />

8:00 AM. Members are requested <strong>to</strong> wear their name tags<br />

and sit in the first pews designated on the left. Spouses<br />

and family members are invited <strong>to</strong> sit with us.<br />

DESSERT CARD PARTY: BY DAYTIME COUNCIL<br />

The Dessert Card Party will be Friday, December 9<br />

from 11:00 AM-2:30 PM at the Holy Family <strong>You</strong>th Center.<br />

Dessert & beverage are included with admission price,<br />

$3.00. There is an optional light lunch available for $2.00.<br />

Call Donna at 658-2148 or 273-3599 for reservations.<br />

We never graduate from the responsibility of deepening our knowledge of our Faith. One change in the Church, since<br />

Vatican II, is an increase in the number and <strong>to</strong>pics of adult education. Please join one of our faith formation classes.<br />

GRIEF THERAPY<br />

There will be a FREE <strong>Be</strong>reavement<br />

Therapy Group at Our Lady of Grace for<br />

all who have lost a loved one. T<strong>his</strong> group<br />

will offer support for those who grieve, in<br />

anticipation of a therapeutic outcome.<br />

Fr. Gerald Grogan, a mental health<br />

professional and addictions counselor who<br />

has had extensive experience, will be the<br />

modera<strong>to</strong>r. Please call the Our Lady of<br />

Grace parish office at 453-4757 <strong>to</strong> report<br />

the time and day most suitable for you<br />

and <strong>to</strong> register.<br />

THE LIVES OF THE APOSTLES<br />

Class will resume t<strong>his</strong> week. We will<br />

continue our study on the lives of the<br />

apostles, t<strong>his</strong> week focusing on Andrew.<br />

Please join us in the Music Center<br />

Thursday evenings from 7:00-8:30 PM <strong>to</strong><br />

expand your knowledge of our faith.<br />

The future class schedule will be:<br />

December 1 — Lives of the Apostles:<br />

Andrew<br />

December 8 — Lives of the Apostles:<br />

James and John<br />

Fr. Sheehan and Tom Blesch


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MINISTRIES AND ORGANIZATIONS<br />

CRAFT AND ROSARY MAKERS<br />

The group meets Mondays from 9:30 <strong>to</strong> 11:30 AM at<br />

813 Hickory St. Contact Vivian Thompson, at 385-9277.<br />

HOLY HOUR<br />

Holy Hour is held on Tuesday mornings in the<br />

Chapel from 8:30 <strong>to</strong> 9:30. Contact Deacon Max or Gladys<br />

Sévère, at 382-9402.<br />

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS<br />

The Knights meet the 2nd Tuesday of the month at<br />

7:00 PM at the Holy Family <strong>You</strong>th Center. The Knights<br />

of Columbus is a Catholic men’s fraternal association<br />

dedicated <strong>to</strong> serving God by volunteer service <strong>to</strong> the<br />

Church and community. For more information, please<br />

contact the Grand Knight, Frank Stan<strong>to</strong>n, at 835-1031.<br />

LAY CARMELITE COMMUNITY<br />

The Lay Carmelite Community of our parish<br />

meets on the first Saturday of the month in the Chapel<br />

following the 9:00 AM Mass. Contact Dolores, 382-9492.<br />

LEGION OF MARY<br />

Meetings are Wednesdays at 9:00 AM in Parish Hall<br />

Room 17. Contact Mary Ann Buckley at 385-1386.<br />

TAI-CHI<br />

The group meets Tuesdays from 9:00 <strong>to</strong> 10:00 AM at<br />

the Parish Hall. Contact Ray, the direc<strong>to</strong>r, at 385-7578.<br />

WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB DATE CHANGE<br />

All women are invited <strong>to</strong> join the Women’s<br />

Book Club! Our next meeting will be December 13 from<br />

4:00 <strong>to</strong> 5:00 PM in the Music Center. We have two books<br />

t<strong>his</strong> month: “Confessions of a Mega Church Pas<strong>to</strong>r” by<br />

Allen Hunt and “Mountains <strong>Be</strong>yond Mountains” by<br />

Tracy Kidder. For further information, contact Judy<br />

Pad<strong>do</strong>ck at 658-0134 or judypad<strong>do</strong>ck@gmail.com.<br />

NAMETAGS<br />

Help us become better acquainted by wearing a St. Catherine<br />

Church nametag! Please specify the information below and deposit<br />

it with $8 in the collection basket or bring it <strong>to</strong> the Parish Office.<br />

The first line is your name. The second line is your previous<br />

location or your city and state of origin. T<strong>his</strong> is a fine introduction<br />

<strong>to</strong> others in our community.<br />

When your nametag arrives it will be available for you <strong>to</strong><br />

pick up in the vestibule of the church. Please direct any questions<br />

<strong>to</strong> Mike Flood at 471-6381.<br />

Name (please print): _____________________________________<br />

Previous Location or<br />

City of Origin, State:______________________________________<br />

Nametags come with either a magnet or a pin, please specify:<br />

_________ Pin _________ Magnet<br />

OTHER MINISTRIES & ORGANIZATIONS<br />

Pas<strong>to</strong>r: Very Reverend José González, V.F<br />

…………………………………………………………..385-0049<br />

Parochial Vicar: Reverend Vic<strong>to</strong>r Caviedes<br />

….…………………………………...……………….....385-3993<br />

Assisting Priest: Reverend J. Peter Sheehan<br />

After Hours and Emergencies: Georgia Quirk............381-3713<br />

Arts and Environment: DeeDee <strong>Be</strong>dard......................273-0539<br />

Altar Servers: Margie Gourley.....................................385-6610<br />

CCW: DeeDee <strong>Be</strong>dard ..................................................273-0539<br />

Deacon: Rev. Mr. James R. McGarry...........................385-6608<br />

Deacon: Rev. Mr. Max M. Sévère.................................382-9402<br />

Faith Formation (K-5) ..................................................385-0049<br />

Holy Family <strong>You</strong>th Center: Michelle McMahon .........381-6817<br />

Knights of Columbus: Frank Stan<strong>to</strong>n..........................835-1031<br />

Liturgical Ministries: Diane Sochacki .........................382-6638<br />

Ministry <strong>to</strong> the Sick: Bob & Carol Ushka....................385-8301<br />

Music Ministry: Rob Gillmore......................................414-1843<br />

Parish Nurse: Peggy Pierce..........................................471-0474<br />

Prayer Chain: Annette Painter....................................471-1913<br />

RCIA: Bill & Sandy Manint.........................................382-2222<br />

Respect Life: Joe McClernan........................................697-8012<br />

Ushers: Mike Flood.......................................................471-6381<br />

CHOIR REHEARSAL<br />

Choir rehearsals is every Wednesday at 7:00 PM in<br />

the Church. New members are always welcome, please<br />

join us! We sing at the 10:30 AM<br />

Mass. Please contact Rob Gillmore at<br />

414-1843 for more information.<br />

PARISH REGISTRATION<br />

& UPDATE<br />

Name: ________________________________<br />

Address: ______________________________<br />

City and ZIP: _________________________<br />

Telephone: ___________________________<br />

E-mail: _______________________________<br />

Check all that apply:<br />

Update Info:(______)<br />

New Registration:(______)<br />

Moving out of the Parish:(______)<br />

Need Contribution Envelopes:(______)<br />

Please fill out these forms, cut them out and put them in the collection basket. Thank you.

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