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THE SOLEMNITY OF THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST
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Jesus makes a bold and astonishing promise: “Whoever eats this bread will live forever.” He reveals that the Eucharist is not merely a symbol, but his true Body and Blood given for the life of the world. At Corpus Christi, we celebrate this great gift of Christ’s Real Presence among us. As we receive him in Holy Communion, we are united more deeply with Jesus and strengthened to live as his disciples, carrying his love and mercy into the world. For all the weekend readings CLICK HERE.
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LITURGY AND WORSHIP
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FIRST SATURDAY ROSARY Saturday • June 6 • 9am All are invited to join the Rosary Ministry group in praying the rosary following Adoration. The group will meet in the chapel. |
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LET MY PRAYER ARISE BEFORE YOU... Incense may be used at some of the Masses this weekend, June 6/7, the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi). For those with allergies or sensitivities to incense, you may wish to consider attending the 8am Mass, when incense will not be used. |
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CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION Sunday • June 7 • After the 9:30am Mass Join us for a Eucharistic Procession following the 9:30am Mass as we publicly profess our faith in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist through prayer, song, and a procession around the Church grounds, concluding with a Eucharistic Blessing. See the route on OUR WEBSITE |
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SACRED HEART OF JESUS The Sacred Heart of Jesus reminds us of Christ’s deep love and mercy for every person and calls us to grow in faith, prayer, and compassion. This devotion holds a special place in our parish through our patroness, St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, and this June both our nation and our parish will be consecrated to the Sacred Heart. READ MORE |
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PARISH CONSECRATION TO THE SACRED HEART Friday • June 12 • 5:30pm Join us as we consecrate our parish to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. As a parish named for St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, we are especially blessed to entrust our parish, our families, and our lives to the loving Heart of Jesus. All are invited to pray with us for healing, unity, and renewal! |
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CENTERING PRAYER Tuesdays • 4:30pm • Upper Room Join us on Tuesdays at 4:30pm for Centering Prayer in the Upper Room. All are welcome to join the group at any time for quiet, reflective prayer. Contact: [email protected] |
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HOMILY REWIND: MOST HOLY TRINITY Deacon Dave reflects on the mystery of the Holy Trinity, explaining that God is one God in three Persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. He tells us that this communion reveals God's relational nature, and that through the mercy shown most fully in Jesus Christ, we are invited to live in unity with others, trust in His love, and grow in holiness through the power of the Holy Spirit. SEE THE VIDEO
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WEEKLY CALENDAR
View our weekly calendar and the daily Mass intentions for the week of 6/8 - 6/14. VIEW THE CALENDAR AND MASS INTENTIONS |
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CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHING
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PEACE AND JUSTICE MEETING Tuesday, June 9 • 6:30-7:45pm We seek to increase awareness of Catholic social teaching and plan parish programs in light of current issues. All are welcome to this month’s planning meeting, which will include an initial look at Pope Leo’s encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, which reflects on protecting human dignity in an increasingly technological world. |
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PRO-LIFE ROSARY Every Tuesday • 9:15am • All Women’s Health Center 431 N. Maitland Ave., Altamonte Springs Join us in praying the rosary for women considering abortion and in offering well-written pamphlets with information on free help available.
Contact: Family Life Office 407-645-0284 |
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SERVICE AND STEWARDSHIP
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MAKE ENDING HUNGER A TOP PRIORITY June 6-7 (Courtyard after all Masses) Take part in our “Bread for the World” campaign by calling on Congress to make ending hunger a top priority. Our Bishops invite you to write your Senators, urging them to strengthen anti-hunger programs so families can put food on the table. Find out more on OUR WEBSITE, and write or return completed letters in the courtyard June 6–7. |
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LAZARUS MINISTRY SUMMER MEALS PROGRAM Volunteers are needed for the Lazarus Summer Meals Program providing hope and compassion to local families vulnerable to housing instability. Volunteers are especially needed for meal pick up and delivery to the local distribution sites from June 8 through July 16. READ MORE AND SIGN UP |
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SMM DIAPER PROGRAM The SMM Diaper Program distributes diapers to local families in need every Saturday morning. We currently serve 44 children and distribute more than 8,500 diapers each month. New children are added regularly, and our greatest need is for diaper sizes 3–6, especially sizes 5 and 6. Baby wipes are also appreciated. Thank you! |
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SMM FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS The Food Pantry is in need of canned tuna and chicken, soups, canned fruit and vegetables, peanut butter, jelly, granola bars, rice, beans, pasta, spaghetti sauce, macaroni and cheese, corn flour (Maseca), cooking oil, toilet paper, and bars of soap. Donations may be placed on the black carts in the Parish Hall. |
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SAVE IT FOR THE RUMMAGE SALE! Support the Haiti Ministry at our summer rummage sale. Donation Drop-Off: June 20, 22, 23, 24 Please donate clean, gently used items. No mattresses, large furniture, upholstered items, stuffed animals, luggage without wheels, or broken items. |
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - RUMMAGE SALE SMM’s upcoming Rummage Sale needs 5–6 volunteers during setup on June 20 and June 22–24 to help sort and hang donated clothing and accessories. Physical requirements include bending, walking, and standing for periods of time. Contact [email protected] |
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SUPPORT
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SURVIVING SPOUSES Monday, June 22 • 11am • Holy Grounds Widows and widowers are invited to join others in our parish for fellowship, prayer, and support as we navigate the loss of a spouse together. Contact: Patrick Demers at 407-998-5659 |
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CAREGIVER SUPPORT Tuesday, June 23 • 10am If you care for a loved one at home or in a care facility, join others who understand the challenges, emotions, and joys of caregiving. Take this time to receive support, share experiences, and pray together. Contact: Patrick Demers at 407-998-5659 |
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DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP Tuesdays, June 30, July 7, 14, and 21, 6:30–8:30pm Holy Grounds Room Whether your divorce or separation is recent or happened years ago, this group offers support, prayer, community, and practical tools for healing. REGISTER or call the Family Life Office at 407-645-0284. |
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PURLS & PRAYERS Every Tuesday • 10am • Holy Grounds If you enjoy knitting or crocheting—or would like to learn—please join us on Tuesday mornings. If you know of someone going through a difficult time who would like a prayer shawl. Contact: Patrick at [email protected] |
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CHICKEN SOUP SERVICES AVAILABLE The parish provides non-medical assistance to those aging at home, including rides, companionship, and short-term meal assistance during recovery. Clients do not need to be parishioners but must live within parish boundaries. All volunteers are Safe Environment trained, including fingerprinting and background checks. READ MORE |
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HEALING AFTER ABORTION If you or someone you know is suffering after abortion, confidential, non-judgmental help is available. Visit: HopeAfterAbortion.org Call: 1-888-456-HOPE (4673) |
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SMM PRAYER LINE MINISTRY The SMM Prayer Line Ministry supports parishioners, their families, and friends by entrusting their needs to God through the power of prayer. To submit a prayer request or to join the prayer team, call the parish office at 407-647-3392 or email [email protected]. |
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ADULT FAITH FORMATION
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WOMEN’S SUMMER BOOK CLUB The book club will be held on Thursdays in June, began June 4, from 10am - 11am in the Upper Room. We are reading Women of Hope: Doctors of the Church by Terry Polakovic. Contact: Karen [email protected] |
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MARY MARTHA CIRCLE Thursday, June 11 • 7am Ladies of the parish are invited to join us on for a Sacred Heart Prayer Walk in anticipation of the USCCB consecrating the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus later that day. During the 40-minute walk, we will pray the rosary and the Litany to the Sacred Heart. Contact: Karen [email protected] |
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PARISH LIBRARY Looking for a summer read? Visit our Parish Library in the Upper Room of the Family Life Center. This month, we recommend books on the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Visit OUR WEBSITE to search our collection of more than 1,300 titles. |
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CURSILLO Men’s weekend: October 1-4 Women’s Weekend: October 15-18 The Cursillo Journey begins with a three-day weekend experience which invites Catholics to dive deeper into the well of our faith and personally connect with God’s unlimited love. Contact: [email protected] |
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BIBLE IN A YEAR WEEKLY STUDY Grow in your prayer life with The Bible in a Year podcast by Ascension, hosted by Fr. Mike Schmitz. Perfect for individuals or small groups. Access the free podcast and weekly study sheet through our “Tuesday Weekly Study.” Sign up on OUR WEBSITE |
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FAMILY LIFE
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BLESSED IS SHE SMALL GROUPS FOR MOMS Mondays • 7pm • Holy Grounds Room Starting June 1, we will be reading The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by CS Lewis, and listening to the Abiding Together podcast episodes. All moms are welcome! NO RSVP Contact: Family Life Office at 407-645-0284
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ELIZABETH MINISTRY Volunteers are needed to support parish families celebrating the birth or adoption of a new baby. With a flexible schedule, you can simply sign up when available to cook and deliver a home-cooked meal on an as-needed basis. Contact: [email protected] |
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JMJ AMBASSADORS FOR LIFE GALA September 12 • 5:30–9pm • Rosen Centre Hotel Help support pregnant and parenting mothers in need at this annual fundraiser. Keynote speaker Archbishop Emeritus Joseph F. Naumann will share the importance of pregnancy centers and their role in building a culture of life. For more info visit jmjfriends.org/2026gala |
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CONNECT
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SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY Wednesday, June 17 • 10am–noon Join us for Game Day for all men and women ages 65+. New folks are always welcome, and no RSVP is needed. |
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PLAYGROUP Thursday, June 18 • 10–11:45am • Ward Park All moms and dads home during the day with little ones are invited to come hang out at the park and meet new friends from the parish. Contact: [email protected] |
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COFFEE AND DONUTS Coffee and donuts after Mass is on summer break. Thank you to all of our dedicated volunteers for their warm hospitality and faithful service throughout the year! |
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BULLETIN SPONSORS
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SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT US
There are many wonderful sponsors that support us through ads in our bulletin. Here is a LIST OF THOSE SPONSORS. Please consider supporting them. |
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