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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.