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TWENTY-SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
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From the beginning of creation, 'God made them male and female.' ‘For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let not man put asunder. All the readings for this Sunday can be found HERE. QUOTE OF THE WEEK: Amen, I say to you, whoever does not accept the kingdom of God like a child will not enter it.
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LITURGY AND WORSHIP
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FIRST FRIDAY Exposition in the Chapel begins today, Friday, at 8:30am and continues through the night until tomorrow, Saturday at 9am.
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BLESSING OF PETS This Sunday, October 6th at 1:10pm, Courtyard Please bring all pets to the Courtyard after the 12pm Mass this Sunday, October 6th (we will begin at 1:10pm) for the Blessing of Pets in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. Leashes or cages are requested for the safety of our furry, feathered, or scaled loved ones.
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DEVOTION OPPORTUNITY: MOTHER OR MERCY Request for Intercession of the Mother of Mercy for the conversion of all hearts to fully accept God’s Infinite Divine Mercy will take place every 2nd Tuesday of the month after the 8am daily Mass in the Chapel.
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FAMILY CHOIR Sunday, November 3 at the 9:30am Mass All parish children and teens, grades 2 thru high school, and their family members are invited to join us to sing at Mass that morning. There will be a warm-up at 8:45am right before the 9:30am Mass. Sign up or direct your inquiries to Mark Duvall at [email protected].
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EUCHARISTIC THEME Surrender. Be Christ. Share Christ The magnitude of God’s love is fully reflected in Christ’s self-emptying, humility, and obedience. READ MORE
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HOMILY REWIND Fr. Joshy reflects on the importance of embracing humility and tolerance. He reminds us that following Christ means being open to the work of the Holy Spirit in unexpected ways and places. He calls us to embody Christ’s love and compassion, and share that love with others, especially those who are marginalized. SEE THE VIDEO
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WEEKLY CALENDAR
View our weekly calendar and the daily Mass intentions for the week of 10/7 - 10/13. VIEW THE CALENDAR AND MASS INTENTIONS |
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ADULT FAITH FORMATION
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ART WORKSHOP Saturday, November 9th from 9:30am–3pm There are a few spots left for our Icon Art Workshop with Catholic speaker and artist, Elizabeth Zelasko. Cost is $100 per person. Each person will take home an art piece that they paint during the workshop. For more info go to OUR WEBSITE.
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ADVENT BY CANDLELIGHT Wednesday, December 11 Women of the parish are invited to join us for our 2nd annual Advent by Candlelight event. Doors open at 6 pm. The keynote speaker will be Catholic speaker, author, and Disney artist, Fabiola Garza. The cost of the event is $10.00 per person. REGISTRATION IS OPEN
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ROSARY MAKERS MINISTRY Monday, October 7 at 6pm Join us for 5:30pm Mass in the Chapel followed by prayer, fellowship, refreshments, and a rosary making in the Family Life Center. All materials and instructions are provided. Please RSVP to [email protected].
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OUTREACH & OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE
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SMM OUTREACH UPDATE Since Christian Service Center closed their Winter Park branch there has been a gap in outreach services in our area. We are now happy to announce a partnership with Redeemer Lutheran Church located on Aloma Ave. Both churches will support this new center. READ MORE
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VOTING DEADLINES October 7 (to register to vote) October 23 (for mail in ballot) “The obligation to participate in political life is rooted in our baptismal commitment to follow Jesus Christ and to bear Christian witness in all we do.” Find important deadlines and information about exercising your right to vote on our website HERE.
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FOOD PANTRY SMM continues to support the food pantry for the Farm Workers of Apopka. They currently are requesting donations of: tortillas, salsa, spaghetti & sauce, peanut butter & jelly, dried beans, rice, cooking oil, and sugar.
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PARISH SHARING SESSIONS
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SHARING SESSIONS ARE BACK In response to the enthusiasm at our sharing sessions last year and requests for additional opportunities, we are having more sessions in October. How have my life experiences formed my faith? How has my parish community influenced my experience of God? More information on OUR WEBSITE.
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SMM CATHOLIC SCHOOL
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FAITH FORMATION FOR CHILDREN
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CIRCLE OF GRACE The Circle of Grace is a diocesan-mandated safe environment program for children. The Circle of Grace will be taught to our Second Grade on Sunday, October 6 at our regular class time. Please email or call Michelle with questions about our program.
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SUPPORT
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SURVIVING DIVORCE October 8- October 29, 7-9pm For the newly separated and divorced AND those still struggling with issues many years later. Cost: $10. Please complete the registration on OUR WEBSITE
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MENTAL HEALTH October Mental Health Focus is for children, teenagers and parenting Check out OUR WEBSITE for support, resources, and articles as well as the parish library for topic related books.
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SACRAMENTS
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FIRST RECONCILIATION First Reconciliation preparation begins on Tuesday, October 8 for registered students. All students should bring a small bag and basic school supplies (pencil, crayons, scissors, glue stick, scissors) to class. Please watch for an email with further details. For questions, contact Michelle [email protected]
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CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHING
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RESPECT LIFE SUNDAY This Sunday, October 5/6 all parishioners are invited to offer donations in the Courtyard after all Masses to support our local pregnancy centers. READ MORE
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DAY OF PRAYER AND FASTING FOR PEACE Pope Francis and our US Bishops call for a day of prayer and fasting for peace on October 7th. "Let us seek ways to express our solidarity with our Jewish and Muslim brothers and sisters. Let us also commit ourselves to combat all forms of hatred directed towards Jews and Muslims, and to work for a lasting peace." Read USCCB President Archbishop Broglio's complete letter HERE.
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AMENDMENT 4: PRO-ABORTION AMENDMENT Titled "Amendment to Limit Government Interference with Abortion," Amendment 4 would enshrine UNREGULATED ABORTION in our state constitution, making Florida one of the MOST PRO-ABORTION states in the nation. The amendment language is MISLEADING, and its proposed outcomes are DANGEROUS. READ MORE
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40 DAYS FOR LIFE Prayers needed with the annual 40 Days for Life campaign. All are invited to sign up for a designated hour to pray to end abortion. 40daysforlife.com
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YOUTH MINISTRY
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UPCOMING EDGE NIGHT
Wednesday, October 9, 6:30 – 8:00pm Please enter the FLC building to get to Parish Hall through the back lobby doors (by Mary statue that faces the parking lot). We’ll have dinner, games, and a topic to chat about. Can’t wait to see you! |
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UPCOMING LIFE NIGHT Sunday, October 13, 7–8:30pm
Please enter the FLC building through the back lobby doors (by Mary statue that faces the parking lot). We’ll have dinner, games, and a topic to chat about in the Youth Room. Can’t wait to see you! |
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UPCOMING YOUTH ADORATION OPPORTUNITIES Friday, October 4, 4pm - 5:15pm (High School) If you are in 9-12 grade, join us for our first Friday. Wednesday, October 16, 7:30pm - 8:30pm (Middle School & High School) Youth Adoration at San Pedro’s Center, a night of praise and worship as we celebrate our Eucharistic Lord!
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THE STORES: HIGH SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS
You are an important part of this ministry. Sessions are on Thurday, Oct. 17 at 7pm or Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 6pm in the youth group room. After attending, they may register online on the SMM website. For more information, please contact Peyton Kuhlman at [email protected]. |
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UPCOMING YOUTH SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES Looking for any upcoming service opportunities? Check the Youth Ministry e-mails for lots of info and signups. Not registered yet? Link to register is still up on Youth Ministry page on OUR WEBSITE.
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JOIN OUR EDGE CORE TEAM!
If you are interested in being a part of our EDGE core team to help support middle school youth ministry, please email [email protected] or [email protected] |
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FAMILY LIFE
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SENIOR MINISTRY Senior Ministry invites all adults ages 65 and older to the next Game Day on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 10- noon. 2nd floor Family Life Center. No RSVP needed.
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BLESSED IS SHE Monday night faith sharing for moms. 7-8pm All moms are invited every Monday night to share their faith and make new friendships in an open, informal conversation using the book “The Screwtape Letters” by C.S. Lewis. No need to RSVP; join in any Monday night. For more information, contact [email protected].
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YOUNG ADULTS: MARIAN MONDAY Every Monday at 6:45pm Young adults of the parish join us for a time of prayer, reflection, and community building.
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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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