2016-02-21 BSC Herald - Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church

BLESSED SACRAMENT HERALD
BLESSED SACRAMENT CHURCH /624 Miccosukee Road / Tallahassee, FL 32308/ www.bsc.ptdiocese.org
MASS SCHEDULE
Daily Mass .... ... .......................... ........... .............. 8:30am & 5:30pm
Monday, Novena ......... ................. ......... ....... ... .................. .. 8:30am
Sunday Masses
Saturday Vigil Mass .... ... ........ ... ....... ...... ..... ............. ....... . 5:00pm
Sunday ...... .. ........ ... .... 8:00am, 1O:30am, 12: 15pm and 7:00 pm
SACRAMENT OF PENANCE
Saturday ................ .. .... 12:001100n . 1:OOpm and 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Fr. Peter Zalewski, PaSlor ............................................................. 222-1321
Fr. Timothy Holeda, Parochial Vicar ............................................. 222-1321
Fr. Matthew Busch, Parochial Vicar .............................................. 222·1321
Fr. Mark Akubo ............................................................................. 224·2971
Deacon Louis Fete. Adult Education ............................................ 38&8715
Deacon Michael Nixon, R.C.I.A ..................................................... 294-3092
Deacon Patrick Dallet ................................................................... 386-5084
Dasha Nixon. St.John Neumann Center ....................................... 224-2971
Carol Sunderhaus. Sick & Shut-In Ministry................ ................... 877-8775
Mr. Tommy Bridges, School Principal.. ........ ................................ 222.()444
Mary Staney, D.R.E ........................................................................ 422-{)372
Diane Whitney. Choir Director ..................................................... 878·2465
Maria Spicer, Bell Cho ir Director.................................................. 644-1784
Chris Ackerman, High School Youth Director ....................... 615·945--4350
Natalie Hand . Middle School Youth Director ........................... .... 89+6316
Rita Fele, Sacristan ....................................................................... 386-8715
Fax Number ................................................................................... 222-9772
Email ................................. BlessedSacramentCatholicChurch@gmail.com
He took Peter, John. and James
and went up the mountain to pray.
L .... P:2.
Second Sunday of Lent
February 21",2016
PERPETUAL ADORATION
"Let us beseecb the Lord to awa ken in us
tbe joy at His presence and that we may
once more adore Him. Without Adoration,
there is no transformation of the world."
Pope Benedict XVI "God is Ileal' Us." Needed Hours:
Mon., 3-4 A.M., Fri. 3-4 A.M., Sat. 2-3 P.M. and Sun., 4-5
A.M. Please call Jean N ixon at 445-3 793 to sign up for a
holy hour.
2015 CATHOLIC SHARING APPEAL
"A nd Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life; he that
comes to me shall never hunger; and he that believes in me
shall never thirst. " John 6:35
Through the Catholi c Sharing Appeal, we lend a helping
band to many people. The Cburch of Pensacola-Tallahassee
is one of the smallest in the country, yet we proudly take our
place among the rest with our many, many activities
impacting the community.
We ask you to make your pledge today ... drop it in the mail
or bring it to the office. The people of our parish have
responded so generously to thi s appeal in the past; the initial
response indicates a generous response again this year.
I bope that every person with an income will give
something. God blesses every effort of ours. Keep this in
your prayers and do what you can to extend a helping hand.
I thank you for all you do to make our parisb fam ily work.
DIVINE MERCY PARISH RETREAT
During thi s Year of Mercy, Blessed Sacrament Parish is
pleased to offer a I Day Divine Mercy Retreat on Saturday,
February 27'h from 8:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. This Day of
Reflection will be conducted by the Eucharistic Apostles of
Divine Mercy, an apostolate of the Marians of the
Immaculate Conception. Dr. Brian Thatcher, founder of
EADM will be the keynote speaker with Annie Karto, a
nationally known singer/songwriter. This day will be
spiritually uplifting. Retreat begins with 8:3 0 A.M. Mass,
followed by a continental breakfast. Talks begin at 9:30
A.M. in tbe church. Lunch will be served with $10
donation. Contact Jean Nixon at 445-3793, Leslie Serpico
at 559-7000 or Chris Kroll at 570-4 162 to pre-register.
MASS INTENTIONS
WOMEN OF BLESSED SACRAMENT
February 22 - 28
Granny' s Corner: Our Mother of Perpetua l Help Circle will hold a
Granny's Corner sale after the 8 and 10:30 A.M. Mass on February
21,20 16 in the Parish Hall. Empenadas, fresh baked bread and much
more. Come see what we have!
Monday, February 22
8:30 A.M. - Rich Brown t
Requested by Robert & Mary Hallengren
5:30 P.M. - Intentions of Janis Chang
Requested by Paul Chang
Tuesday, February 23
8:30 A.M. - Intentions of Candace Pridgeon
Requested by Trinity Catholic School
5:30 P.M. - Jesse, Belle & Farley Warren t
Wednesday, February 24
8:3 0 A.M. - Intentions of John O'Sullivan
Requested by Trinity Catholic School
5:30 P. M. - Jesse, Belle, & Farley Warren t
Thursday, February 25
8:30 A.M. - Intentions of Serpico family
5:30 P.M. - C.A. & Mabel Cooksey t
Requested by the Rooney family
Friday, February 26
8:30 A.M. - Helen Cassidy Maguire t
Requested by Tom Maguire
5:30 P.M. - Christine Pavia t
Requested by M. Pavia
Saturday, February 27
8:30 A.M . - Travis Burnett t
Requested by Fr. John Burnett
5:00 P.M. - Zenaida Pujol t
Requested by the Regalado family
Sunday, February 28
8:00 A.M. - Carl Jaks t
CRelI~S Grapt-ks, ltd.
Requested by David & Pat Morgan
10:30 A.M. - Blessed Sacrament & St. Stephen Parishes
12: 15 P.M. - Florence & Fred Gareau t
7:00 P.M. - Int. Of Sisters of St. Joseph of St. Augustine
Requested by Sisters of St. Joseph
WOMEN ' S RETREAT - NEUMANN CENTER
"Caught in Your Grace" will be the theme for this overnight retreat.
If you are a woman seeking a deeper understanding of your role as a
single laywoman, wife, or mother, Srs. Colleen & Veronica will help
guide you to find God's will for your life. The retreat begins on
Saturday, March 5'h, at 8 A.M., and ends Sunday, March 6'h, at 12
noon. The cost is $100, which includes all meals. There is a special
mother/daughter rate of $ 150. Scholarsh ips are available. To
register, email Dasha Nixon dasha@neumanncenter.orgor224-297 l.
WOMEN'S RETREAT - MA RCH
STU
Calling aU women of the parish! Join us Saturday, March 5" at the
Co-Cathedral of St. Thomas More for a mini retreat featuring words
of inspiration from nationally acclaimed speaker, columnist, radio
host and author Marybeth Hicks. Speaking from the heart and from
experience, sharing both the poignant and hilarious moments that
punctuate family life, as well as well-in formed observations about
the political and cultural landscape. The retreat begins with a light
breakfast at 9:30 and includes lunch and a prayer service with Fr.
Matthew Busch. Total cost is $20 before Feb. 29" and $25 after
March I". ContactJan Condon atjcc5431 @yahoo.comor766-0089.
RECOMMENDED LENTEN PRACTICES
LENTEN DAILY MASS:
8:30 A.M. & 5:30 P.M.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Meditation on the sufferi ng a nd death of J esus.
Every Friday at 7:00 P.M.
BENEDICTION OF THE BLESSED SACRAME 'T
Every Friday following the Stations.
LENTE
LITE MEALS
Every Friday during Lent, the Women ' sGuild Circles will be serving
a light meal in the Parish Hall at 6:00 P.M. This is immediately after
Mass and before the Stations of the Cross. The cost is $4 for adults,
YOUR INPUT IS APPRECIATED ..... .
and $2 for children under 10. At these dinners, we will accept
Through a generous donation, we have the opportunity to donations for Hugs for the Homeless, a Florida Council of Catholic
instaU new carpet in the sanctuary around the altar area and in Women charity. Join us! Call Carol Sunderhaus, 877-8775.
the chapel. Only the carpet On the altar area (and steps) will be
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
replaced. Please indicate which carpet color you would
Catching Fire, Becoming Flame - Join us for a 6 session series on
suggest by writing your suggestion on a slip of paper and
spiritual transformation. Topics covered include tbe principles of
placing in the ballot box in the Parish Hall or vestibule.
prayer, the chalJengeofforgiveness, God's will and decision making.
BLESSED SACRAMENT BOOKS & GIFTS
Each session will include a 30 minute video featuring Fr. AJbert
The new and improved gi ft store has reopened. Hours are Haase, a Franciscan priest and spiritual director, followed by small
Wednesday and Saturday from 4:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. and group discussion and reflection. First session will be in tbe Parish
Sunday 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M . (Closed during Mass) Browse Hall, 6:30 to 8:00 P.M., Monday, Feb. 15'" No cost. A book is
the large selection of religious articles and books, including a available but not required. Questions? Contact Deacon Lou or Pat,
selection of Priests' recommendations.
or Mary Staney.
BLACK & INDIA
COLLECTION
Our support of this collection helps build the Church in
African American, Native American, and Alaska Native
communities from coast to coast. Schools, parish Religious Ed
programs and other ministries depend on your generosity.
HOMEBOUND OR HOSPITALIZED
Please call the rectory at 222-132 1 to arrange for a visit.
GREEN MASS
The Annual Green Mass for all Scouts, American Heritage Girls,
Trail Life, Campfire etc. will take place on March 12'h at 6:30 P.M.
at Blessed Sacrament. The celebrant for Mass will be Bishop
Gregory Parks. Immediately fo llwoing Mass, the Bishop will be
presenting religious emblems and awards to the youth and adults. If
you'd like to help, contact Shelly Fields at 567-8913.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Grades K-12 meet at 9: 15 A.M. to 10: 15 A.M . Sunday mornings. For more information, call Mary
Staney at 422-0372.
EDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP - Join us on Thursdays at 7:00 P.M. in the Parish Center (Miccosukee Room).
VERITAS HlGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP - Join us this Thursday at 7:00 P.M. in the Neumann Center as we dive into the third
part our Mercy series and how to receive mercy in our own lives. All high school teens are invited to join the Youth Group for a night
at Fun Station, thi s Friday, Feb. 26'h! We will meet at Fun Stationat 7:00 P.M . and be done at 9:30 P.M . Bring $25 to spend on games
and activities. Permission form and details can be found at bscyoutb.comlfun-station. Contact Chris Ackerman at
veritasblsac
mail.com.
SAVE THE DATE!!!
WINE A D CHEESE SOCIAL
JPII Cathol ic High School Parent Teacher Organization invites
you to our 6" Annual Wine and Cheese Tasting Sacial on
February 25'h from 6:30 to 9:30 P.M. at Dorothy B. Oven Park.
Advanced tickets are $50/couple or $30/individual. For tickets or
questions, please contact Armando Zapata at 850-228-4612.
SPECIAL VISIT FROM FR. DENNIS O ' BRIEN
Fr. Dennis, priest of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee, and
former pastor of St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Quincy, is
serving the poor in the shantytowns of the tropical coast of
Ecuador. He is trying to share the message of a God of Mercy
and at the same time offer physical relief to the suffering of the
people. Through donations, children receive medical exams,
meals and remedial help in their studies. Two chapels are in the
process of being built. Adults who may fall between the cracks
of society are receiving help with surgeries, medicine and food.
Father Dennis will be visiting the weekend of March 5-6 and a
second collection will be taken. Your generosity can help the
poor in Ecuador.
ANNUAL JPll ATHLETIC BOOSTERS GOLF
TOURNAMENT - Monday, February 22" at the SouthWood
Golf Club . 10:30 A.M. registration and noon shotgun start. All
proceeds of this event will go directly to our teams and our
athletes to help with uniforms, equipment, facilities
improvements, a portion of tournament fees and transportation .
If you are interested in sponsoring or playing, please contact Mark
or Gail Piazza at markangelopiazza@yahoo.com or Tim Lattner
at lattnertally@aol.com.
MANY, MA Y THA KS!
We 'd like to extend our gratitude for all the many hours and
tireless effort Natalie Hand put into making the Daddy Daughter
Dance a huge success! What a fantastic evening it was for both
dads and daughters. The proceeds will help our yo uth get to
summer camp. Thank you Natalie!
CHURCH SUPPORT
February 14'h - $26,528 .53 E-Giving - $2,580.53
5:00 P.M. - $5,799 .00
8:00 A.M. - $3,057.00
10:30 A.M. - $4,514.00 12: 15 P.M. - $3 ,612.00
7:00 P.M. - $1,761.00
Mail-In - $5,205.00
God Bless Your Generosity!
Please use the Sunday envelopes. They are the principal source
of support.
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Exodus 3:1-8a. /3-15
Psalm 103:1-2, 3-4, 6-7, 8, 11
SUNDAY
READINGS
I Corinthians 10:1-6. 10-12
Luke 13:1-9
40 DAYS FOR LIFE
Each Tuesday evening at 6:45 P.M. to 7:15 P.M. beginning
February 16", our Christian pro-life community will gather in front
of the abortion clinic at 1345 Cross Creek Circle. We pray for the
end of abortion. We pray for and remember the thousands who
have been killed here in Tallahassee, and the millions killed
throughout the world each year. We pray for the mothers and
fathers who have lost the greatest gift God gives to us, our
children. And we ask for God's forgiveness for this great crime in
our nation. Please join us each Tuesday evening at 6:45 P.M.
SINCERE SYMPATHY
Our Parish Family extends sympathy and prayers to the families of
Loretta Tilley, Howard Tranor, Mary Campbell , Catherine
Loscialo and Carolyn Fulford. "Father, may they and all who sleep
in Christ find in your presence light, happiness and peace. Amen."
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT
St. Louis Catholic Church, located at 3840 Fred George Road, will
be having a family movie night on February 27'h at 7:00 P.M. in the
Parish Hall. The movie is Pope John Paulll. Admission is free
(donations accepted) with food, and drinks for purchase.
2016 LENTEN REVIVAL - February 29" - March 2"
St. Eugene Mission on 70 I Gamble Street will be having a Lenten
Revival with topics such as "Healing", "Mary, saying yes to the
will of God" and "Down through the years - a testimonial praise
party."
TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Growing a future? Start with us! We are now accepting
applications for the 2016-2017 School year. A quality education
will give your child the very best start in life. At Trinity Catholic
School , your child will grow Spiritually, Academically &
Physically for a lifetime of service and leadership. Limited
financial assistance is available. For more information, please visit
www.trinityknigbts.org or call 222-0444.
35'" ANNUAL CATHOLIC RENEW AL
CONFERENCE
Join us on March 11-13 at the St. Mary Parish Life Center in Ft.
Walton Beach. The theme is "The Lord is Kind and Merciful."
Speakers will be Bishop Gregory Parkes, Sr. Miriam James
Heidland, Evangelist Mark Nimo, Br. Rahl Bunsa, Fr. Nicolas
Schumm and Fr. Will Ganci. For more info, visit www.pt-dccr.org
or email PTDCCR@gmai l.com.
LENTEN PRAISE & WORSHIP HOLY HOUR
Come worship Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament through praise
and song! On Tuesday, March 1", from 7-8 P.M., there will be
Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction in the church, accompanied
by praise and worship. All parishioners and non-parishioners are
welcome! Bring your fami ly and friends to celebrate this Lenten
observance.
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