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Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church

June 28, 2020

The 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

April 18, 2021

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Bible Study meets on Monday evenings, from 6:00-7:30PM in the Parish Hall. We cover the upcom-ing Gospel readings for the week and discuss them. Please join us. Please wear your mask and we will be social distancing.

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CELIAC DISEASE Many who suffer with celiac disease are unable to receive the host at com-munion. However, some sufferers can receive gluten free hosts. Please speak with the priest 15 minutes before Mass if you would like a gluten free host to be consecrated at Mass.

ST. FRANCIS XAVIER RELIGIOUS STORE

The current days and hours for the Religious Store are:

FRIDAYS 10:30AM to 12:30PM and SUNDAYS from 9:00AM to 1:30PM

The store is accessible from the exits on the north side of the Church. There is a wonderful variety of cards, Bibles, books, rosaries, statues and other icons available, and the opportunity to special order items not in stock. The store is still in need of volunteers to add to our sales staff, so please consider giving the gift of your time. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please contact Shirley Snyder McLaren at (239) 851-3014.

PRAYER TO ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

This prayer dates back to 1886 when Pope Leo XIII wrote it and began to pray it at the end of Mass. We pray this prayer at the end of every Mass here at St. Francis Xavier so that we may be protected against the forces of evil and darkness that roam the world.

St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan,

and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

SACRAMENTAL PREP SCHEDULE The Third Sacramental Preparation Class

For those already enrolled, is Sunday, January 19th.

The third Sacramental Preparation Class for those already enrolled in the programs for First Holy Communion and year two Confirmation Prep (10th grade), is Sunday,

January 19th.

We attend the 9:30 a.m. Mass and then meet after Mass in Xavier Hall for the classes.

The remaining schedule for the year is as follows:

January 19th March 1st

February 9th April 5th

My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I give thanks to God for all that you do to provide for our parish through your time, talent and treasure. Provided is the financial statement from January 1, 2020 through October 31, 2020. As you can see we have been put under a financial strain since the pandemic began. Currently our parish is in the red and hopefully we will all be able to turn this around. There is so much that goes into operating a parish daily, but with prayer and trust in God, I am confident that we will be able to get back on the right path so that we will be able to minister well to our brothers and sisters in dire need. Know that you and your loved ones are in my daily prayers. Sincerely in Christ,

Father Anthony

INCOME STATEMENT ST. FRANCIS XAVIER

From the Pastor

A Big Thank You to you for your

generosity and kindness

surrounding my 50th birthday

this month.

Above all, the greatest gift is your

continued faithful financial and

spiritual support to our parish

family. As we slowly journey

through this pandemic time;

God, the Holy Spirit leads.

God bless,

Father Anthony

EASTER MESSAGE FROM OUR PASTOR

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FROM THE ADMINISTRATOR’S DESK

† = Deceased

* = Living

SFX = St. Francis

Sacraments of Our Faith

Xavier April 17 - April 25, 2021

Saturday, April 17

7:30 A.M. † Rev. Jose Maria Garcia, SSCC 4:00 P.M. * Adam F. Myers

Sunday, April 18

7:30 A.M. * Alia Alexander 9:30 A.M. * David and Lisa Meo 11:30 A.M. † William and Humud Giselda Miller 4:00 P.M. † Souls in Purgatory

Monday, April 19

7:30 A.M. * Adelia Fernandes and family

Tuesday, April 20

7:30 A.M. † Darren O’Brien

Wednesday, April 21

7:30 A.M. † Peter McCue

Thursday, April 22

7:30 A.M. † William Meehan

Friday, April 23

7:30 A.M. † William Meehan

Saturday, April 24

7:30 A.M. † Kate Wachter 4:00 P.M. *† Living & Deceased of Nicholas J. Kelly family

Sunday, April 25

7:30 A.M. † Frankie Cherry 9:30 A.M. * David Meo 11:30 A.M. † John B. Tierney 4:00 P.M. † Rev. William Biffar, CSSR

Rite of Baptism:

Please call the Parish Office for more information.

Rite of Anointing of the Sick:

The Anointing of the Sick ought to be requested only in genuine need for the dying.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

OF APRIL 18, 2021 Sunday:

Acts 3:13-15, 17-19/Ps 4:2, 4, 7-8, 9 [7a]/1 Jn 2:1-5a/Lk 24:35-48

Monday:

Acts 6:8-15/Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30 [1ab]/Jn 6:22-29

Tuesday:

Acts 7:51—8:1a/Ps 31:3cd-4, 6 and 7b and 8a, 17 and 21ab [6a]/Jn 6:30-35

Wednesday:

Acts 8:1b-8/Ps 66:1-3a, 4-5, 6-7a [1]/Jn 6:35-40

Thursday:

Acts 8:26-40/Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20 [1]/Jn 6:44-51

Friday:

Acts 9:1-20/Ps 117:1bc, 2 [Mk 16:15]/Jn 6:52-59

Saturday:

Acts 9:31-42/Ps 116:12-13, 14-15, 16-17 [12]/Jn 6:60-69

CATHOLIC FAITH APPEAL 2021 - St. Francis Xavier Parish Goal: $152,000.00 Pledged: $80,493.00 Percent of goal made: 52.96% Parishioner Participation: 16.51% Total Payment made: $46,314.00

There is a Second Collection next weekend, April 24th and 25th, for Catholic Home Missions Appeal. Please see Bishop Dewane’s letter on page 5.

Thank you to all who have supported the CFA 2021 so far. We are halfway to our goal. Please consider giving anything you can to this important collection.

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St. Francis Xavier

Safe Environment Training Volunteers who have routine contact with children or vulnerable

adults are reminded that attendance of Safe Environment Training is required. You may register online at www.dioceseofvenice.org. No one should attend Safe Environment Training until

their fingerprints have cleared. Due to the sensitive nature of this training, no children are

permitted to attend.

St. Maximilian Kolbe (Port Charlotte) 941-743-6877

Thursday, June 15th, 6:00-8:00p.m.

Report all abuses to the Florida Department of Children and Families at 800-962-2873. To report abuse by Diocesan personnel or volunteers, call the Diocesan Victims Assistance

Coordinator, Barbara DiCocco at 941-416-6114.

ATTENTION ALL VOLUNTEERS HAVE YOU NEVER BEEN BAPTIZED?

ARE YOU FROM ANOTHER CHRISTIAN DENOMINATION?

ARE YOU A BAPTIZED CATHOLIC ADULT BUT NEVER

RECEIVED FIRST HOLY COMMUNION OR CONFIRMATION?

Have been thinking about becoming a Catholic or receiving the sacraments of First Holy

Communion and/or Confirmation (if you have never received them for any reason)? RCIA

(Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) is a program we have that helps you on your

journey for those interested in entering into the Church (if you have never been baptized,

have been baptized another Christian denomination, or are of another faith).

It also prepares baptized adult Catholics who need their First Communion or

Confirmation. Come find out what it is all about…. there is no commitment to just

inquire! If you (or someone you know) might be interested, please call 239-223-4757.

&

Sacramental Prep

CLASSES HAVE STARTED -

YOU CAN STILL REGISTER!!! IF YOU MISSED

REGISTATION WEEKEND:

Print the forms from Parish Website or pick

them up at the Parish Office. Return all

completed forms to the Parish Office.

OR REGISTER & PAY ONLINE AT:

www.stfrancisfm.org (Click “Donate Online” Tab, then click

“Donate” Circle Icon, then click

Religious Education/Faith Formation)

Weekly Faith Formation Classes

(Classes started September 30th) are for all

Public & Home School students in grades K-10.

Monthly Sacramental Prep (starting in November) is

for ALL students (including Catholic School)

in 2nd and 10th grades who are receiving

First Communion or Confirmation

Please call 239-223-4757 for more information.

Contact Mr. Michael at 239-223-4757

for more information

As part of the Safe Environment Program, the Diocese of Venice requires that all employees and those

volunteers who work with children and/or vulnerable adults be fingerprinted and trained in Safe

Environment prior to beginning employment or volunteering. Visit www.dioceseofvenice.org/

safeenvironment for further information.

Report any abuse against minors to the Florida Department of Children and Families at 800-962-2873.

To report abuse by Diocesan personnel or volunteers also notify the Diocesan Victims Assistance

Coordinator, Susan Benton, at 941-416-6114.

Please visit www.dioceseofvenice.org/employment, if you are interested in employment or volunteer

opportunities within the Diocese of Venice, or reach out to the Parish directly for more information on

volunteer opportunities.

ATTENTION ALL VOLUNTEERS

SACRAMENTAL PREP

The Second Sacramental Preparation Class For those already enrolled, is THIS SUNDAY, December 6th.

classes.

Contributions to the General Collection are used to offset the costs associated with day-to-day operations of the

parish and its programs. These costs include maintenance and cleaning of buildings, utilities, and supplies. Addi-

tionally, your contribution will benefit our sacramental preparation services, liturgical programs, and Religious

Education programs. Parish members are encouraged to set up an account and manage their contributions. You

will have complete control over your contribution amount and frequency of payments. Thank you for your invest-

ment and continued support of our parish. https://stfrancisfm.weshareonline.org/ws/opportunities/

GeneralCollection

Go to the link above via computer or smart phone or visit our Parish website at: www.stfrancisfm.org and click

the “DONATE” link.

DONATE ONLINE

What is a catechist? A catechist is a teacher.

A catechist … doesn’t know all the answers…doesn’t need a degree… enjoys being with

children and sharing their faith

A catechist … works as part of a team … is not a lecturer … knows how to listen … does fun

activities … helps children and youth … celebrates their faith.

A catechist … plans each class beforehand using materials provided … teaches one class for

one and a half hours Wednesday evenings… attends meetings for training and updating.

No experience needed, just a love of sharing our Catholic Faith. Please consider sharing your

faith and your time and talents with the children of St. Francis Xavier Parish. Please call

Michael Reardon at 239-223-4757 if you would like to learn more about this wonderful

opportunity.

Catechists Needed for Faith Formation

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St. Francis Xavier

&

Sacramental Prep

Safe Environment Training Volunteers who have routine contact with children or vulnerable

adults are reminded that attendance of Safe Environment Training is required. You may register online at www.dioceseofvenice.org. No one should attend Safe Environment Training until

their fingerprints have cleared. Due to the sensitive nature of this training, no children are

permitted to attend.

St. Maximilian Kolbe (Port Charlotte) 941-743-6877

Thursday, June 15th, 6:00-8:00p.m.

Report all abuses to the Florida Department of Children and Families at 800-962-2873. To report abuse by Diocesan personnel or volunteers, call the Diocesan Victims Assistance

Coordinator, Barbara DiCocco at 941-416-6114.

ATTENTION ALL VOLUNTEERS

CLASSES START THIS

WEEK. REGISTER NOW!

FIRST DAY OF CLASSES

IS WEDNESDAY,

SEPTEMBER 18TH

GET REGISTRATION FORMS

ONLINE AT: www.stfrancisfm.org

Or pick them up at the Parish Office. Return

all completed forms to the Parish Office.

Weekly Faith Formation Classes

(starting in September 18th) are for all

non-Catholic School students in grades K-10.

Monthly Sacramental Prep (starting in November)

is for ALL students (including Catholic School)

in 2nd and 10th grades who are receiving

First Communion or Confirmation

Please call 239-246-2635 for more information.

HAVE YOU NEVER BEEN BAPTIZED?

ARE YOU FROM ANOTHER CHRISTIAN DENOMINATION?

ARE YOU A BAPTIZED CATHOLIC ADULT BUT NEVER

RECEIVED FIRST HOLY COMMUNION OR CONFIRMATION?

Have been thinking about becoming a Catholic or receiving the sacraments of First Holy

Communion and/or Confirmation (if you have never received them for any reason)? RCIA

(Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) is a program we have that helps you on your

journey for those interested in entering into the Church (if you have never been baptized,

have been baptized another Christian denomination, or are of another faith).

It also prepares baptized adult Catholics who need their First Communion or

Confirmation. Come find out what it is all about…. there is no commitment to just

inquire! If you (or someone you know) might be interested, please call 239-246-2635.

STAY PRAYERFUL AND LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR

FAITH DURING THE SUSPENION OF MASS AND PARISH

ACTIVITIES WITH FORMED!

As our diocese is experiencing limitations due to the coronavirus outbreak and social distancing pre-cautions, we’ve partnered with our friends at the Augustine Institute to support you. We want to en-

courage you to explore your Catholic faith at home, our diocese is pleased to partner with our friends

at the Augustine Institute to give you a FREE 40 Day Subscription to FORMED – the online platform

that provides the best Catholic movies, programs, audio books and talks, all at your fingertips, on your

Roku, Apple TV, web browser, or FORMED iOS and Android apps. FORMED is a great way to help

you and your entire family understand, live and share the Catholic faith. Just visit https://formed.org/

signup and enter Faith at Home Venice for instant access to faith-fueling, inspiring and informative stories, teaching and more. Feel free to share this link and information with your friends and family!

NEW MASS TIMES AT ST. FRANCIS XAVIER

Monday through Saturday the 7:30 am Mass time replaces the old 6:45 am time. This will be the new daily Mass time going forward. Sacrament of Reconciliation will now be offered from 8:30 - 9:30 am on Saturday morning. This new time replaces the previous time of 2:45 pm. Saturday 4:00 pm vigil Mass (celebrated with parishioners) Sunday 7:30 am 9:30 am 11:30 am 2:00 pm (in Polish the 1st Sunday of the Month) 4:00 pm (in Creole) The Sunday 7:30 am Mass is live-streamed on our YouTube Channel (listed below) and uploaded to our various social media sites for those who remain at home due to health or age concerns during this pandemic.

Watch the Sunday Mass with Father Anthony and Fr. Augustine at St. Francis Xavier on YouTube.

Please visit our Parish YouTube Channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxL-LLzHOLcvHvynnN2d58w

Or you can search YouTube for: St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Fort Myers

You can easily access YouTube through your computer, smart phone, iPad, Roku TV, Fire TV

Be sure to Subscribe and Like the videos! Also be sure to click on the “Notifications Bell” to be alerted when we post new content. You can join us “live” at the 7:30 a.m. Sunday Mass as it is live-streamed on our YouTube Channel. The Mass will also be available to watch at a later time after it is streamed live.

SAFE HAVEN SUNDAY FOLLOW UP

These seminars are available at no cost with practical help. You need to register

online for the talk being given at Epiphany Cathedral. The link is below.

STATIONS OF THE C

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#648 O Breathe on Me, O Breath of God

Psalm 146 p 63

#627 Blest Are They

#430 Be Not Afraid

#195 Beautiful Savior

MUSIC NOTES

RELIGIOUS ITEMS STORE HOURS:

Friday: 10:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Saturday: 2:30-5:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. And By Appointment: 269-870-6700

We are located on the North side of the church

2018 Sunday Missals have arrived! If we don’t have some-

thing you are interested in, please ask and we will see if we

can get it!

We have gifts for First Communion, Confirmation, and all

occasions and we have an assortment of spiritual literature!

ATTENTION ALL VOLUNTEERS Safe Environment Training As part of the Safe Environment Program, the Diocese of Venice

requires that all employees and those volunteers who work with children and/or vulnerable

adults be fingerprinted and trained in Safe Environment. You may register online at

www.dioceseofvenice.org. No one should attend Safe Environment Training until their fingerprints

have cleared. Due to the sensitive nature of this training, no children are permitted to attend.

Our Lady of Light (Fort Myers) 239-267-7088

Thursday, January 16th, 6:00-8:00p.m. Saturday, January 18th, 9:30-11:30a.m.

Report all abuses to the Florida Department of Children and Families at 800-962-2873. To report abuse by Diocesan personnel or volunteers, also call the Diocesan Victims Coordinator,

Susan Benton at 941-416-6114.

LECTORS AND EM’S ARE NEEDED

We are in need of Lectors and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. Call 239-334-

2161.

All training will be provided.

Please help participate in the Mass in a very special way.

These are the particular Masses that we need volunteers:

11:00 a.m. 12:15 p.m. 6:00 p.m.

Please contact the Parish Office for more information. 239-334-2161

Lee, Hendry and Glades Counties

MEET BOB MORGAN, FORMER BASEBALL COACH AT INDIANA UNIVERSITY

Come and join us on Thursday, February 20th, 2020 at Church of the Resurrection Parish Center to hear Coach Morgan speak on Things That Make Us Do the Things We Do. Coach Morgan is the 26th winningest coach in the history of the NCAA and holds the record for the most wins of any coach across all sports at In-diana University. He was the NCAA Regional Coach of the Year and a two-time winner of the Big Ten Coach of the Year. The program begins at 6 PM with pizza and refreshments for a $10 donation. We conclude at 8 PM. Reserva-tions are required – please register on line at www.faithandale.com.

2019 – 2020 Program

MUSIC NOTES

3/15/2020

3rd Sunday of Lent

Mass of Renewal by Curtis Stephan: Holy Holy: 863, Acclamations: 864-866, Amen: 867 and Lamb of God: 868

#125 Led By The Spirit

Psalm 95 p. 85

Alleluia Verse p. 86

#637 Flow River Flow

#497 As The Deer Longs

#603 Come to the Water

#400 To You, O God, I Lift Up My Soul

Join the Choir! Reading music is not a requirement. We especially need men and Cantors (song-leaders), but all are welcome! We practice Thursdays from 6-7:30 in the church.

If you are blessed with an instrumental talent, we would love to have you join us!

Please see the Music Director, Shana Richardson, after Mass or call the church office (239) 334-2161; or Shana directly at (239) 634-7082; or email: Shana.Richardson@stfrancisfm.org.

MASS ATTENDANCE

Saturday, March 7, 2020 4:00PM 397

Sunday, March 8, 2020 6:45AM 132

9:30AM 281 11:00AM 225 12:15PM 199 4:00PM (Haitian) 108 6:00PM 241 Total attendance: 1,583

STEWARDSHIP NOTE— Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church

is sustained by the generosity of our parishioners through time, talent and treasure.

For all that you do, thank you and God bless!

March 8, 2020:

$11,786.74

2020 Catholic Faith Appeal:

Assessment: $186,000.00 Pledged: $120,849.59

Percent of Goal: 64.97% Paid: $45,589.59

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The next Friday Night Bingo is Friday, January 31st in Xavier Hall. Early Bird Bingo begins at 6:30 p.m. Double Bingo session with your favorite games - 29 games in all. CASH PRIZES: Payouts are $50 for regular bingo and $250 for jackpots. There are five $250 jackpot games! Friday Night Bingo benefits the 2019 St. Francis Xavier Catholic Faith Appeal. Join us FRIDAY, JANUARY 4TH for the next $5 Dinner that supports the Catholic Faith Appeal. On the Menu: Pulled Pork, Tater Tots, Cole Slaw, Roll, Dessert, & Drink. Dinner is at 5p.m. in Xavier Hall. Families,

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COVID-19 Vaccines - The United States Conference of Catholic Bish-ops issued a statement on the new COVID-19 vaccines. The full statement and additional in-formation are available online in English and Spanish at usccb.org/prolife/biomedical-research.

Anniversary Masses - All couples celebrating 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, or more than 50 years of marriage are invited by Bishop Frank J. Dewane to an Anniversary Mass in their honor to be celebrated in two locations. This year, considering the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, each location will have two Masses to allow for appropriate social distancing. The Mass-es are 10:00 a.m. and noon on February 6, Epiphany Cathedral, 350 Tampa Ave. W., Venice, and 10:00 a.m. and noon, March 6, St. Leo the Great Parish, 28290 Beaumont Road, Bonita Springs. All registration is being handled through your local Parish. Please reserve seats at least one week before the Mass you wish to attend.

COVID-19 Vaccines - The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops issued a statement on the new COVID-19 vaccines. The full statement and additional information are available online in English and Spanish at

usccb.org/prolife/biomedical-research.

Do you need some prayers? Call our Prayer Line. They accept phone calls Monday through Friday from people who request prayers on behalf of loved ones with various concerns. Ann 239-995-3283/ Ruth 239-939-4287

ALL VOLUNTEERS Safe Environment Training - As part of the Safe Environment Program, the Diocese of Venice requires that all employees and those volunteers who work with children and/or vulnerable adults be fingerprinted and trained in Safe Environment prior to beginning employment or should you wish to volunteer. For further details, please visit https://dioceseofvenice.org/offices/programs/safeenvironment/. Report any abuse against minors to the Florida Department of Children and Families at 800-962-2873. To report abuse by Diocesan personnel or volunteers also notify the Diocesan Victims Assistance Coordinator, Susan Benton, at 941-416-6114. Please visit www.dioceseofvenice.org/employment, if you are interested in employment or volunteer opportunities within the Diocese of Venice or reach out to the Parish directly for more information on volunteer opportunities.

Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen

DATES:1577-1622

FEAST DAY: APRIL 24

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Fatima, The Movie – It has been said, 'The Movie Fatima can place beacons of hope in the hands and hearts of all Catholics!' Fatima begins in 1917, outside the parish of Fátima, Portugal, where a 10-year-old girl and her two younger cousins witness multiple visitations of the Virgin Mary, who tells them that only prayer and suffering will bring an end to World War I. As secularist government officials and Church leaders try to force the children to recant their story, word of the sighting spreads across the country, inspiring religious pilgrims to flock to the site in hopes of witnessing a miracle. Fatima, The Movie, is now playing in select theaters, and is also available for home rental. For tickets or more details visit: https://www.fatimathemovie.com/tickets/.

Do You Know a Young Person with a Drug Problem? - Perhaps you know of a young friend, neighbor or classmate who suffers from drug addiction and does not know where to turn for help. Drug Addicts Anonymous believes all individuals suffering from addiction have a right to access recovery, be self-sufficient and independent. Drug Addicts Anonymous provides an opportunity for long term recovery and positive change through a no-cost service. Based on a 12-step program, the focus is on the physical, mental and spiritual condition as a whole person; contributing to the individual's social reintegration in a dignified and efficient way. For further information on the program and services available, please visit www.daamerica.org or call 561-420-0930.

The 2021

PRAYER BLANKETS Prayer Blankets are now available at the Parish Office (8-4:30. Monday—Friday). They are hand-made blankets made in prayer and have been blessed by Fr. Augustine. They are a way to make life more comfortable during a sickness or difficult times. Please call Marilyn Pelusi at 239-278-0791 for more information. The second collection this weekend is for our seminary debt as stated below. Every penny matters as we continue to educate seminarians for the diocese in the hope that they will one day become ordained priests to serve our parishes.

Our Seminary Collection Assessment began in 2014 Diocesan amount for St. Francis Xavier Parish: $40,914.32 Collected to date: $33,269.89 Remaining balance: $7644.43

Locations available throughout SW Florida (Ft. Myers, Lehigh Acres, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, Estero) Call or visit website for locations.

CFA 2021 “Be generous and you will be prosperous. Help others and you will be helped.”

Thank you for so much for your generosity and hard work. I am very proud of all of you who contributed to the 2020 CFA even through the first year of the pandemic. Although we did not make our goal, we were short over $30,000, it was still a good effort. The $30,000 will be taken from our savings to fulfill our commitment. I hope that we will we have a great year so that we

will not have to take from our savings going for-ward. The 2021 Catholic Faith Appeal has already begun. If you made a pledge last year it is possible that you have received early information by mail directly from the Diocese of Venice. I encourage you to submit your pledge for 2021 by return mail, using the forms which were sent to you. As you are contemplating your contribution to St. Francis Xavier please consider making a pledge to help us pay our diocesan assessment directly. The diocesan assessment is based on our regular offertory income at the rate of 26%. Our parish assessment this year is $152,000. Know that your contribution to the 2021 CFA is the best and most efficient way to help our parish. In the memo line of the check please write St. Francis Xavier- CFA 2021. Recently at all the Masses, I gave the homily and spoke about the 2021 CFA and the impact our donations have on the people within our diocese. The envelopes are on the tables at the entrance of the church and I encourage you to complete the envelope and drop it in the collection basket or bring it to the office. Every person counts in the positive for us. Even if it is a dollar, each individual donation is very important. Please use the envelopes and we will mail this for you. May God continue to bless us all and the good work of our parish and school.

Father Anthony

Friday during Lent

4:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross (English) 7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross (Creole)

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Mass Times

Daily Mass: 7:30 am (Monday-Saturday)

Saturday Vigil: 4:00 pm

Sunday: 7:30 am

9:30 am

11:30 am

2:00 pm (Polish - 1st Sunday of month) (

4:00 pm (Mass in Creole)

Confessions:

Saturday 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Pastor

Father Anthony Hewitt, JCL

Parochial Vicar

Father Augustine Twum Obour

Priest Assigned to the

Haitian Ministry of Parish

Father Fritz Ligonde

Religious Sisters

Sister Nisla Young Sister Rosemary Le

Parish Office:

Monday—Friday 8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m. (Office Closed 12:30-1:00 p.m. Daily)

Phone: (239) 334-2161

2133 Heitman St. Fort Myers, FL 33901

Website: www.stfrancisfm.org

Religious Items Store:

Closed Until Further Notice

St. Francis Xavier School

School Office: (239) 334-7707 Website: www.stfrancisfortmyers.org Email: info@stfrancisfortmyers.org

Principal: John Gulley

For Pastoral Emergencies, please call the Parish Office: (239) 334-2161

Parish Staff

Director of Religious

Education & Youth Director:

Michael Reardon Tues, Thurs, Fri 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Phone: (239) 223-4757

Accountant:

Abby Castellanos

Parish Secretary:

Freda Himschoot

Music Director:

Shana Richardson

Maintenance: Ron Taylor

PARISH MINISTRIES

Youth Ministry / Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion / Altar Servers Michael Reardon 223-4757

RCIA Coordinator 223-4757

Lectors Pat Himschoot 872-2752

St. Vincent de Paul Society Angela Austin 334-9225 SVDPSFXC@gmail.com

Catholic Charities 334-4007

Ministry to the Homebound Freda Himschoot 334-2161

Prayer Blankets Marilyn Pelusi 278-0791

Prayer Line Ann 995-3283/ Ruth 939-4287

Parish Library Bryan Mulcahy 533-4626

Respect Life Antoinette Holmlund toni@defendingtheunborn.com 850-4534

Rosary Makers Gabriela Pedroza 979-665-5898

Knights of Columbus San Carlos Council of SFX GK Terry Austin 673-8350

Legion of Mary George Sahyouni 565-8474

Hope for Troubled Marriages Retrouvaille 800-470-2230

Villa Francisco Jeff Schwartz 332-3229

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3rd Sunday of Lent

Saturday Vigil 4:00 p.m. Fr. Anthony

Sunday 6:45 a.m. Fr. John 9:30 a.m. Fr. John 11:00 a.m. Fr. Jay 12:15 p.m. Fr. Jay 4:00 p.m. (Creole) Fr. Fritz 6:00 p.m. Fr. Anthony

Beginning May 1, 2021, the general dispensation from

the obligation to attend Mass

on Sundays and Holy Days of

Obligation will be lifted in the

Diocese of Venice.

Please see Bishop Dewane’s

letter on page 3 of this bulletin

for all the details, including a

list of those to whom this

obligation does not apply.

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