Aug. 18, 2019 Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Mission Statement St. Paul Catholic Community builds disciples,

grows our faith and serves

others in Christ’s name.

MASS SCHEDULE

Daily: Monday - Saturday 8:30 AM

(Rosary held after Mass)

Saturday Vigil: 4:00 PM

7:00 PM (En Español)

Sunday 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM

Sacrament of Penance Saturday 2:30 - 3:30 PM

(or by appointment)

Parochial Administrator Rev. Martin H. M. Nguyen

Parochial Vicar Rev. Mark Librizzi

Hispanic Ministry Rev. Gianni Agostinelli

Deacons Michael Balchus

Michael Dordan (Seasonal) Michael McGinnity

Parish Office Hours Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

www.ccstpaul.com info@ccstpaul.com

1330 Sunshine Avenue, Leesburg, Florida 34748 352-787-6354

STEWARDSHIP Aug. 11

1st ...................................... $17,291.46 2nd ..................................... $2,810.00

It is Christ you owe for His sacrifice. Although there are a lot of places and groups doing the Lord’s work, we are humbled that you have chosen to express your thanks by giving to us!

This Week’s 2nd Collection: Catholic Campaign for Human Development—This week’s special collection supports the Catholic Campaign for Human Development. In the United States, one in six people live in poverty. Through this collection, you support programs that address the causes of poverty and provide a sustainable future for people across the country who struggle. More information about the Catholic Campaign for Human Development can be found at www.usccb.org/cchd/collection.

Next Week’s 2nd Collection: Campus Maintenance—Supports our continuous improvements to maintain our community’s buildings and grounds.

Welcome!

Welcome to St. Paul Catholic Community. We’re grateful you have chosen to travel down the road of

faith with us. Please visit ccstpaul.com to learn about our ministries and upcoming events.

Thank you for choosing St. Paul as your family of faith.

Employment Opportunity Part-time Maintenance (weekend). Please complete an application in the Parish Office.

Online Giving Did you know...St. Paul’s offers online giving options! Just like paying your bills online, you can budget your tithes. You can easily set up gift amounts, frequencies and preferred payment methods (including bank and credit cards). Online giving is also environmentally friendly. You can reduce your paper envelopes by calling the office. Visit ccstpaul.com/donate to set up your account.

PARISH NEWS

Medical Equipment Loan Closet

Remember, the Thrift Shop has medical equipment for loan. Before you buy, check with the Thrift Shop to borrow a walker, wheelchair, shower chair and crutches!

Flowers placed in front of the altar are

in loving memory of Raymond Laferriere.

Donated by Violet Laferriere.

Flowers placed in front of the altar on Aug. 10/11 were

in loving memory of their daughter,

Donna Wayne.

Donated by William and Carol Casale.

Sunday, Aug. 18 Readings: Jeremiah 38: 4-6, 8-10/Hebrews 12:1-4/ Luke 12:49-53 7:00 am Mass / Church 9:00 am Mass / Church 11:00 am Mass / Church Monday, Aug. 19 Readings: Judges 2:11-19/Matthew 19:16-22 8:30 am Mass / Church 9:00 am Rosary / FEC 220 Tuesday, Aug. 20 Readings: Judges 6:11-24A/Matthew 19:23-30 8:30 am Mass + Rosary / Church 6:00 pm SPCS Parent-Teacher Night / Cafeteria Wednesday, Aug. 21 Readings: Judges 9:6-15/Matthew 20:1-16 8:30 am Mass + RL Novena + Rosary / Church 6:00 pm Hispanic Prayer Group / FEC 216 6:00 pm Knights of Columbus / Social Hall 6:00 pm Faith Formation Classes / HFR and FEC Thursday, Aug. 22 Readings: Judges 11:29-39A/Matthew 22:1-14 8:30 am Mass + Rosary / Church Friday, Aug. 23 Readings: Ruth 1:1, 3-6, 14B-16, 22/Matthew 22:34-40 8:30 am Mass + Rosary / Church 9:15 am Scripture Sharing / FEC 215 Saturday, Aug. 24 Readings: Revelation 21:9B-14/John 1:45-51 8:30 am Mass / Church 2:30 pm Penance / Church 4:00 pm Mass / Church 5:00 pm KOC Seafood Dinner / Social Hall 5:15 pm Faith Formation Classes / HFR and FEC 6:00 pm Spanish Choir Rehearsal / Church 7:00 pm Mass / Spanish / Church Sunday, Aug. 25 Hospitality After All Sunday Masses Readings: Isaiah 66:18-21/Hebrews 12:5-7, 11-13/ Luke 13:22-30 7:00 am Mass / Church 9:00 am Mass / Church 11:00 am Mass / Church

WEEK AT A GLANCE

Funeral notices are posted on the website at ccstpaul.com/funeral-notices.

PARISH SURVEY

Next weekend (Aug. 24/25), please pick up a Parish Survey after Mass.

All responses will be totally anonymous, and your feedback will be used to help us learn about your spiritual life, your spiritual needs, and how our parish can better assist you in these areas.

The survey should take no more than a few minutes of your time. Our hope is that through reflection, you may discover some things about yourself, while we learn ways that will help to shape good parish practices for the future.

ADVERTISERS NEEDED!

Bulletin Advertisers Needed!

Diocesan (our bulletin publishing partner) is working to secure NEW ads for our bulletin. We are grateful that this crucial communication piece is provided to our parish at no cost THANKS to the generous advertising support of our parishioners and community-minded businesses. Bulletin advertisers and sponsors recognize the tremendous value of connecting with our church family, and we ask our parishioners and guests to patronize our supporters when using a local service. If you would like to advertise in the bulletin, please contact Jenny Lusk at 913-205-6387 or JLusk@diocesan.com. Thank you!

La Comunidad Católica de la Parroquia de San Pablo

Nuestro Ministerio Hispano Sacerdote: P. Gianni Agostinelli Santa Misa: sábado a las 7:00 pm Confesiones: Antes de la Misa Bautismos, Bodas y Quinceañeras: Padre Gianni 352-787-9208 Catequesis: sábados - 5:15 pm Joan López 352-787-6354 Coro: Miguel (Maiki) Rodríguez 352-630-1192 Grupo de Oración: miércoles - 7pm Raul A. Perez 352-217-6568 LAZARUS, Clínica Médica Gratuita: ubicada en la Misión Católica Hispana San Pedro de Jesús Maldonado,210 Wonders St., Wildwood. Para citas. 352-748-4567 o 352-603-9315 (celular) Cursos de Inglés gratuitos: los martes y jueves, 6-7:30 pm en San Pablo en (Leesburg) y los miércoles en la Misión Católica Hispana de San Pedro de Jesús Maldonado, 210 Wonder St., Wildwood. Lilly 352-638-4559

St. Paul’s Food Pantry

Para los feligreses qué viven en la Área 5 traigan comida a la despensa o traigan a la iglesia el siguiente domingo.

Estamos en necesidad de: salsa de spaghetti, tuna, fruta enlatada, and mac and cheese.

Oportunidades de empleo

Mantenimiento a tiempo parcial (fin de semana). Por favor complete una solicitud en la Oficina Parroquial.

Se Aceptan Donaciones

¡Recuerde la tienda de segunda mano cuando limpie los armarios y reorganice!

Pase por la tienda a comprar productos nuevos que llegan diariamente.

Campaña Católica para el Desarrollo Humano Por favor, contribuya generosamente en la colecta especial de esta semana, la cual apoya a la Campaña Católica para el Desarrollo Humano. En los Estados Unidos, una de cada seis personas vive en pobreza. A través de esta colecta usted apoya programas que tratan con las causas de la pobreza y proporcionan un futuro sostenible a las personas que siguen luchando en el país. Además, el 25% de los fondos recaudados permanece en nuestra diócesis para financiar proyectos antipobreza en nuestra comunidad. Por favor, en oración, considera la manera de apoyar a esta colecta y trabajar desde la periferia. Encuentra más información sobre la Campaña Católica para el Desarrollo Humano, en www.usccb.org/cchd/collection.

El próximo fin de semana (24/25 de agosto), por favor tome una Encuesta Parroquial después de misa.

Todas las respuestas serán totalmente confidenciales, y sus comentarios se utilizarán para ayudarnos a conocer su vida espiritual, sus necesidades espirituales y cómo nuestra Parroquia puede ayudarlos a mejorar en estas áreas.

La encuesta no debe tomar más de unos minutos de su tiempo. Esperamos que a través de la reflexión, descubra algunas cosas sobre usted, mientras aprendemos formas que ayudarán a resaltar las buenas prácticas parroquiales para el futuro.

ENCUESTA PARROQUIAL

MINISTRY NEWS

Respect Life

ARCHBISHOP NAUMANN SPEAKS OUT Chairman of USCCB Committee on Pro

-Life Activities, Archbishop Naumann spoke out this year about Catholic politicians who have signed and/or supported pro-abortion, pro-infanticide, or pro-euthanasia legislation. He did not mention any by name but was very pointed with, “If even after an extended dialogue a Catholic in public life persists in scandalous actions, I have found it necessary to request that they not present themselves to receive Holy Communion, for their own spiritual welfare and for the protection of many others from moral confusion. To receive our Eucharistic Lord, while in a state of mortal sin, only further jeopardizes the eternal fate of our souls. Sincere repentance, a conversion of heart, and a genuine effort to make amends for the harm caused by our sin, are essential to be able to receive God’s mercy.”

Food Pantry asks that our parishioners who

live in Area 5* bring food to the pantry or drop it off at church next weekend.

We are in need of: spaghetti sauce, tuna and jelly.

*Area 5 – Grand Island; Harbor Shores; Hickory Hollow; Imperial Terrace MHP; Lake Frances Estates; Lake Griffin Harbor MHP; Altoona; Angler’s Resort; Bassville Park Area; Blueberry Hill; Bonfire MHP; Emerald Island; Eustis; Lakes at Leesburg MHP; Leesburg 34788 Area; Lisbon Quail Ridge Estates; Lakeside Village MHP; Royal Harbor; Mid Florida Lakes MHP; Molokai MHP; Mount Dora; Paisley; Park Hill; Scottish Highlands; Silver Lake Area; Sorrento; Stonegate; Summit Landing; Sun Lake Estates MHP; Treasure Island; Umatilla; Wedgewood Area

New Items Arriving Daily!

Stop by this week and check out the new arrivals!

Inventory changes daily!

You never know what unique item you’ll find at the Thrift Shop!

Council of Catholic Women The general membership meeting will be Sept. 5 at 12 pm in the HFR.

Novena For Our Nation Join the CCW in praying the 54 Day Rosary Novena for our freedom and faith in America. The time is now to call upon God, through the powerful intercession of Our Lady of the Rosary to heal our county and return it to holiness. Join thousands nationwide and attend a Rosary Coast to Coast Rally near you on Oct. 13. Visit rosarycoasttocoast.com for more information.

Gathering Group The new social season begins soon and the Gathering Group will resume meeting each week. We invite you to join us for an afternoon of fun, games, lots of laughter and meeting other parishioners. Our first meeting will be Wednesday, Sept. 4, at 1 pm in FEC 215. Mark your calendar and join us for an afternoon of fun and games.

For more information, call Lucille at 352-661-3252 or Carol at 352-638-9179.

Visit our NEW BOOK section! Newly published Catholic books are available, so

you can pick up the latest titles.

If we don’t have what you want, we can order it.

Monday to Friday: 9 AM - 2 PM

Visit us this week!

FAITH FORMATION Youth Faith Formation

Classes 2019-2020

Registration forms and class schedules are now available for the 2019-2020 Youth Faith Formation classes.

In addition to the Saturday classes, we are offering classes on Wednesday evenings. For class times, check the schedules in the registration packets.

Forms available in the Parish Office or on the website at ccstpaul.com. Classes begin this week!

Scripture Sharing God speaks to us in many ways, including through the Sunday Scripture readings. Join us on Friday mornings after daily Mass to share and reflect on the upcoming Sunday readings. The group will be facilitated by Roland Guilbault.

Meetings are in FEC 215 after 8:30 am Mass.

Sacrament Prep

Classes

Registration forms for Sacrament Prep Classes (First Communion and Confirmation) are available by contacting the Faith Formation Office at 352-787-6354 ext. 238.

Classes begin at the end of August!

To create a FREE FORMED account, visit www.ccstpaul.formed.org.

Book Discussion: The Fourth Cup

Rooted in Scripture and ingrained with lively history, The Fourth Cup delivers a fascinating view of the bridges that span old and new covenants and celebrates the importance of the Jewish

faith in understanding more fully Christ’s life, death and resurrection.

Led by Roland Guilbault, MA Theology, the five weekly discussions, beginning on Aug. 27, are either on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm or Wednesday mornings from 9:30-11:30 am in FEC 215.

TEXT: The Fourth Cup by Scott Hahn is available in Saint Paul’s Gift Shop. Orders must be placed by Aug. 19 to guarantee availability by start of course.

To register for the following Adult Faith Formation classes, contact Joan López at

352-787-6354 ext. 238 or email jlopez@ccstpaul.com.

Catching FIRE Becoming FLAME: Guide for Spiritual Transformation

Ever wonder how some people become enthusiastic and on fire about their relationship with God? Albert Haase gives you the tools and kindling to prepare for the spark of God in your life – and then shows you how to fan it into flame until you are set ablaze. This DVD glows with time-tested wisdom as an experienced spiritual director shares the secrets of the saints. With supplemental reading suggestions and reflection questions, this eminently practical DVD functions like a personal, spiritual retreat.

The sessions will be led by Roland Guilbault, MA Theology. Beginning on Aug. 28, the five weekly discussions are on Wednesday evenings from 6–8 pm in FEC 215.

TEXT: Catching Fire Becoming Flame: A Guide for Spiritual Transformation by Albert Haase, OFM. This text is not required, but may be purchased through Saint Paul’s Gift Shop. Order must be placed by Aug. 19 to guarantee availability by start of course.

YOUTH MINISTRY

DOGS News (Grades 6-8)

LIONS News (Grades 9-12)

LIONS will meet on Aug. 18.

Join us at 5 pm.

TIGERS will gather on Aug. 22

at 6 pm at Dunkin Donuts.

TIGERS News (Young Adult)

DOGS will meet on Aug. 20. House opens at 2 pm!

AROUND THE DIOCESE

Marriage Encounter The next Marriage Encounter weekend in the Central Florida area will be Sept. 13-15 in Orlando. For more information, call Bob and Sheila Baker at 407-647-4289.

Orlando Liturgical Conference Celebrate the “thresholds of transformation” at the 2019 Orlando Liturgical Conference Liturgy in Action: Crossing the Threshold on Aug. 22-24 at the Hilton Orlando. Join us as we explore how encountering Christ through the progression of the Mass leads to thresholds of transformation, inspiring us to become missionary disciples. The event will include inspiring keynote speakers, breakout sessions, time for communal prayer and more!

Register at www.orlandodiocese.org/olc.

Catholic Charismatic Conference of Orlando You’re invited to the Catholic Charismatic Conference of Orlando on Sept. 20-22 at the Caribe Royale Orlando. Keynote speakers include Sister Marilyn Minter, Jesse Romero and Fr. Bill Halbing. For registration information, visit orlandocharismatic.net.

Please pray for the following:

Evelyn Auger, Thomas J. Beck, Gerald Boskey, Patrick Cardiello, Molly Chappel, Philip Chappel, Mitch Clark, Erica Duko, Audrey Gorski, Steven and Elisabeth Gould,

Theresa Hancock, Wanda Horetski, Junia Horta, Patricia Krell, Maia Marksberry, Terry Marksberry, Terence McNally, Frank Moeller, Ray Neubert, Dolores Oswald, Nancy O'Toole, Tom Polaski, Arthur Rivard, Carmen Rodriguez, Bill Sallee, Tina Serano, John Shemenski, Anna Skarbek, Ben and Wanda Slominski, Nancy Soto, Carla Spaulding, Roberta Sprague, Ramiro Moreno Tejeda, Diane Thompson, William Joseph Werner, Mary Alice Wilson, all Christians around the world suffering persecution, the incarcerated, our military service men and women, and first responders.

PRAYERS Knights of Columbus

Saint Paul Council 5644

MEETING SCHEDULE All visiting Knights are welcome.

All meetings are in the Social Hall. www.kofc5644.org

1st Wednesday of Feb/Apr/June/Aug/Oct/Dec—Social 6 pm Dinner/7 pm Program

2nd Wednesday of each month—4th Degree Assembly #1675

7 pm Rosary/7:30 pm Meeting Faithful Navigator: Chris Berens (352-223-6766)

3rd Wednesday of each month—Business Meeting 6 pm Dinner/6:40 pm Divine Mercy Chaplet/

7 pm Business Grand Knight: Mark Ochalek (440-263-1679)

Deputy Grand Knight: Walt Young (407-489-6417)

Ladies Auxiliary President: Ellen Spirytus (352-315-9626)

Knights of Columbus Seafood Dinner Saturday, Aug. 24, from 5-7 pm in the Social Hall Advanced sales only and tickets are $12 per person. Tickets available at the church office or through the Knights until Aug. 19.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention for August

Families, Schools of Human Growth

That families, through their life of prayer and love, become ever more clearly “schools of true human growth.”

Smoke-Free Casino Cruise Join the Ladies Auxiliary for a bus trip

and ½ day Casino Cruise from Port Canaveral on Oct. 23.

Bus leaves St. Paul’s at 8 am. $45 per person — includes boarding, lunch, $30 in

match slot play, and transportation (18+ years). For reservations, contact:

Patti Banning — 352-787-5549

KOC Scholarship Raffle

August Winners 1st Prize—$75 to #307 Ken Lynch 2nd Prize—$50 to #179 Julia Bennett 3rd Prize—$25 to #161 Henry Rybczyk 4th Prize—$10 to #242 Mary Lou Mroczkowski

Thank you for your continued support! It is greatly appreciated!

SCHOOL NEWS 13th Annual St. Paul Panda Classic Golf Tournament

Mark your calendars for Oct. 25 at Arlington Ridge Golf Club!

Registration forms available in the office! Spots will fill quickly—get your team forms in today!

Silent Auction Items Needed! We are looking for new items to use for raffle and silent auction for the St. Paul Panda Classic golf tournament. All

proceeds from the golf tournament will fund new smart boards for the school.

Please contact Mary Wymer at 205-523-3742 to make a donation.

Parish Staff 1330 Sunshine Avenue, Leesburg FL Phone 352-787-6354 Fax 352-787-5971 Extension Velia L. Rodriguez 234 Business Manager Jeanne Flores/Maria Flores 221 Receptionists Tina Hajducko 232 Bookkeeping Jeffrey Shaw 223 Music Director Jeff Falanga 251 Director Faith Formation/Liturgical Coordinator Elizabeth Stephanz 239 Youth Faith Formation Coordinator Joan López 238 Faith Formation Secretary/ Liturgical Minister Scheduler C.K. Graham 269 Youth and Young Adult Ministry Kimberly Lueallen 230 Administrative Assistant to Pastor Mary Wymer 229 Bulletin Editor/Communications Deacon Michael Balchus 336 Pastoral Care Beverly Smith 352-728-5652 Secretary, Pastoral Care Jacquelyn Gehrsitz 323 School Principal Oswald Cornelio 321 School Finance Mariles Hodge 300 School Secretary Kimberly Lueallen 330 Manager, Gift Shop Monte Moon/Mary Kort 327/328 Thrift Shop Bill Briggs Maintenance Manager Roger Borman, Angel Flores Maintenance Staff Mark Ochalek Security Manager Chuck Kort, Brady Walters Security Staff Security Phone 352-805-5006

Saint Paul Thrift Shop 1321 Sunshine Ave. / 352-787-3388

STORE HOURS Monday - Friday — 9 am - 2 pm

Saturday — 9 am - 12 pm

DONATION DROP OFF Monday - Friday — 9 am - 1 pm

Saturday — 9 am - 11 am

Food Pantry 1321 Sunshine Ave. / 352-787-3012 Monday and Friday: 9 am - 12 pm

Wednesday: 4 - 7 pm

Saint Paul Gift Shop 1321 Sunshine Ave. / 352-365-6804

STORE HOURS Monday - Friday — 9 am - 2 pm Closed: Saturday and Sunday

1320 Sunshine Ave. Accredited Pre-K - 8th Grade Principal: Jacquelyn Gehrsitz www.saintpaulschool.com

352-787-4657

School Board Members Rev. Martin H. M. Nguyen

Rev. Mark Librizzi Jacquelyn Gehrsitz Velia L. Rodriguez

Patricia Baxter William Burns Anna Cowin Bryan Hayes

Orlando Icaza Maria Iturbe

Gordon Kennedy (Chairman) George Kimmel

Estelle Mournighan Jose Ramia

Molly Santry Frank Webber Craig Williams

Douglas Wymer

PTO Board

Jennifer LaTour Theresa Chang Melissa Highfill Danny Mauro Melinda Miller Retzel O’Brien Melissa Salyer

Patricia Tempesta Nikki Walters

Catherine Walz