St. John XXIII · 2018-04-11 · St. John XXIII Catholic Parish in Fort Myers, Inc. a Florida...

St. John XXIII Catholic Church

13060 Palomino Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33912 | P 239-561-2245 | F 239-561-3713 | www.johnxxiii.netApril 15, 2018

St. John XXIII Catholic Parish in Fort Myers, Inc. a Florida non-profit corporation

WHAT THE CATHOLIC CHURCH BEL IEVESby: Tammy O'Doherty - Institute of Catholic Bioethics

Organ Donation

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Pope Pius XII and Pope John Paul II both agree that it is the responsibility of doctors and scientists to determine the exact moment of death. In addition, the United States Catholic Bishops Conference asserted that the determination of death should be made by the physician or competent medical authority in accordance with responsible and commonly accepted scientific criteria (Ethical and Religious Directive, no. 62).

To this end, a working group of doctors and scientists assembled by the Pontifical Academy of Sciences gave this clinical definition of death: “a person is dead when there has been total and irreversible loss of all capacity for integrating and coordinating physical and mental functions of the body as a unit” (1989, p. 81).

The Catholic Church teaches that when an indisputable pronouncement of death has been made, donation of organs can commence.

The Catechism of the Catholic Church states that organ transplants are in conformity with the moral law if the physical and psychological dangers and risks to the donor are proportionate to the good sought for the recipient. Organ donation after death is a noble and meritorious act and is to be encouraged as an expression of generous solidarity. It is not morally acceptable if the donor or his proxy has not given explicit consent (no. 2296).

Pope John Paul II vigorously affirmed that a beautiful act expressing the culture of life “is the donation of organs,

MASS SCHEDULEDaily Masses:Monday-Saturday, 8:00amRosary-7:30am (Mon.-Sat.)Divine Mercy after 8am MassWeekend Masses:Saturday Mass 8:00am, 4:00pm, Vietnamese Mass 8:00pmSunday, 7:15am, 9:15am, & 11:15amSpanish Mass: 1:15pm first Sunday each monthReconciliation:Saturday 8:30-9:00amFirst Friday Adoration:Friday 8:30-9:00amPastorRev. Robert Tabbert

Parochial VicarsFr. Saji Ellickal [email protected] Fr. Lawrence M. [email protected] Rich [email protected] Nick [email protected] OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-Noon | 1:00-4:00pm239-561-2245

The Mission of St. John XXIII Catholic Church is to actively engage all those who desire to more fully accept and live out the message of Christ, welcoming and respecting all people regardless of background, history, race or color, as we strive to nurture spiritual growth and personal holiness on our journey to become more responsible stewards of God’s gifts.

Pastoral TeamBusiness ManagerHolly [email protected]______________________Maintenance SupervisorRob Erp 239-561-2245______________________ Dir. of Faith FormationChris [email protected] 239-561-7499______________________ BookkeeperAna [email protected]______________________ ReceptionistMaryAnn [email protected]______________________ Admin. AssistantJennifer [email protected]______________________ Coordinator of Parishioner Engagement Jennifer [email protected]______________________ Bulletin EditorColleen [email protected]______________________ Director of Music [email protected]______________________ Thrift Store ManagerCynthia [email protected] S. Tamiami Trail #110Ft. Myers, FL 33908

______________________ Coordinator/High School& Young Adult MinistryBeth [email protected] 239-561-3022______________________Assistant Coordinatorof High School MinistryCandace [email protected] 239-561-3022______________________Coordinator/Middle School& Young Adult MinistryKelly [email protected] 239-561-3022______________________ Faith Formation AssistantTrisha [email protected] 239-561-7499 ______________________ Office AssistantBrenda [email protected]______________________ Admin. AssistantBarbara [email protected]

PART-TIME EMPLOYEES:

THE 2018 MASS BOOK IS NOW OPEN FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR. To insure availability throughout the year, we must limit requests for the English speaking

Masses to no more than (2) weekend Masses and (2) weekday Masses for the entire year. Other options will remain available: Tabernacle Candle $15 per week, Eucharistic Host $15 per week.

MINISTRY TO THE SICK: A priest is on call 7 days a week, 24hrs a day for these hospitals:Health Park - St. Columbkille Church 239-489-3973Lee Memorial - St. Francis Xavier Church 239-334-2161Gulf Coast - St. John XXIII239-561-2245RECEIVING THE SACRAMENT: You are able to receive the Sacrament of the Sick before being admitted to a facility.St. Columbkille - Hope Hospice239-489-39739470 Health Park Circle,Ft. Myers, FL St. Raphael - Lehigh Acres Health & Rehab Center239-369-21941550 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FLHope Hospice 239-369-1831 1201 Wings Way, Lehigh Acres, FLSt. Leo - Hope Hospice239-992-090127200 Imperial Pkwy,Bonita Springs, FLSt. Vincent de Paul - Discovery Village 239-693-08182073 Lafayette St, Ft. Myers, FLSt. Vincent de Paul - Promise Hospital 239-693-08182073 Lafayette St, Ft. Myers, FL

Saturday 4:00 PMLECTORS: N. Burke, J. Flemming, B. Kohlbecker

SERVERS: C. Patterrson, A. PattersonSunday, 7:15 AM

LECTORS: D. Davis, M. Rohrbaugh, C. BeswickSERVERS: N. Wheeler, A. Villiers, N. Villiers

Sunday, 9: 15 AMLECTORS: K. Van Wie, S. Szymanski, A. Vaughn

SERVERS: J. Kotschessa, A. Calciano, A. CucchiaroSunday, 11:15 AM

LECTORS: A. Zeder, T. Szpak, S. Zeder SERVERS: K. Jones, S. Cruz, H. Cruz, G. Cruz

Minis t e r Schedu l eApril 21st & April 22nd

Mass Inten t i on s

April 22nd 2018 - READINGS• 1ST READING ACTS 4:8-12 • 2ND READING 1 JN 3:1-2• GOSPEL JN 10:11-18

April 15, 2018

Saturday, April 14th8:00 AM + Glenn Hurt by Wendy Hurt

4:00 PM + Ted Feindt by George & Roseann Spiwak8:00 PM PRAY FOR PEACE & ALL WHO HAVE DIED

Sunday, April 15th7:15 AM + Susan Groetz by Ellen Werle & Jim Sak

9:15 AM + Schleimer & Lange families by St. John XXIII11:15 AM + Mark Pepe by his wife & children

Monday, April 16th8:00 AM + Sharon Strubel by Connie & Ken McDonough

Tuesday, April 17th8:00 AM + Kevin J. Deas by his family

Wednesday, April 18th8:00 AM + Richard Tymec by Margaret Tymec

Thursday, April 19th8:00 AM + Isaura DaSilva by Maria Giampaolo

Friday, April 20th8:00 AM The Herron family (living/deceased) by the Schmid children

Saturday, April 21st8:00 AM + Eddie Burkey by his wife, Bonnie

4:00 PM + Chester Biel by the Harley's8:00 PM Pray for Peace & for all who have died

Sunday, April 22nd7:15 AM + Raymond LaPlaca by his family

9:15 AM + Dorothy Colegate by Peggy & Dan Pieper11:15 AM + Bill Schulte by Mary Jo Schulte

THERE WILL NO LONGER BE A 5PM SUNDAY MASS

There will no longer be a 5pm Sunday Mass.

Download Our Parish App!Help foster a stronger parish life at St. John XXIII and better engage theNew Evangelization.Download our app today at myparishapp.com or search your phone’s app store for myparish. You can also text the word “APP” to 88202!

Pastoral TeamBusiness ManagerHolly [email protected]______________________Maintenance SupervisorRob Erp 239-561-2245______________________ Dir. of Faith FormationChris [email protected] 239-561-7499______________________ BookkeeperAna [email protected]______________________ ReceptionistMaryAnn [email protected]______________________ Admin. AssistantJennifer [email protected]______________________ Coordinator of Parishioner Engagement Jennifer [email protected]______________________ Bulletin EditorColleen [email protected]______________________ Director of Music [email protected]______________________ Thrift Store ManagerCynthia [email protected] S. Tamiami Trail #110Ft. Myers, FL 33908

______________________ Coordinator/High School& Young Adult MinistryBeth [email protected] 239-561-3022______________________Assistant Coordinatorof High School MinistryCandace [email protected] 239-561-3022______________________Coordinator/Middle School& Young Adult MinistryKelly [email protected] 239-561-3022______________________ Faith Formation AssistantTrisha [email protected] 239-561-7499 ______________________ Office AssistantBrenda [email protected]______________________ Admin. AssistantBarbara [email protected]

April 15, 2018

n Saturday, April 14thParish Nurse Table/Special NeedsMass 4pm - NEW TIMEVietnamese Mass 8pm_____________________________

n Sunday, April 15thParish Nurse Table/Special Needs Hospitality after all MassesMystagogy - Session II/Living Your Strengths 9:15amNO SUNDAY 5PM MASSConfirmation Rehearsal/CCR 6pm_____________________________

n Monday, April 16thMen’s Gospel Forum/CCR 7amCraftie Ladies/Villas 1pmWomen's Guild/CCR 6:30pm_____________________________

n Tuesday, April 17thOpening the Word/CCR 9amBereavement 1pmSpanish Rosary/Cry Room 6pmBible Study Matthew: the King and His Kingdom/CCR 6:30pmBoy Scouts/Villa 7pm_____________________________

n Wednesday, April 18thBlessed Little Angels/Chuck E. Cheese's 10amConfirmation 6:30pm_____________________________

n Thursday, April 19thChoir Rehearsal 5pm_____________________________

n Friday, April 20th_____________________________

n Saturday, April 21stWomen's Guild Bake SaleMass 4pm - NEW TIMEVietnamese Mass 8pm_____________________________

n Sunday, April 22ndWomen's Guild Bake SaleHospitality after all MassesMystagogy - Session II/Living Your Strengths 9:15amAltar Server Appreciation Party/Alico Golf Cafe 2pmNO SUNDAY 5PM MASSHigh School Youth Group/CCR 6pm_____________________________

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Organ Donation continued:

performed in an ethically acceptable manner, with a view to offering a chance of health and even of life itself to the sick who sometimes have no other hope” (“Evangelium Vitae,” No. 86).

The Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services (ERDs) based on the principle of totality (body parts are ordered for the good of the whole, and may be disposed of, if necessary, for the good of the whole) affirm that organ donations from the living is a noble and charitable act, while specifying at the same time that the donation will not sacrifice or seriously impair and essential functioning of the donor. It added that to avoid conflicts of interest the physician determining death ought not be a member of the transplant team (Directives, 64).

May 2011, observed that the morality of the self-giving of vital organs depends on how the acting person relates himself in his freely chosen act to the great goods of healthy functioning and life itself. If the harm (including the mutilation) suffered by the donor — but in no way intended either by him or those involved in the transplant — does not impair his functional integrity, the evil suffered is an unintended side-effect of an act of self-giving, a morally good act. However, were the donor’s own functional integrity and hence his own health and life to be impaired, it would be wrong for him to choose to give it because the means he would choose, endangering his own health and life, is bad although intended for a good end, but one can never intend or choose evil for the sake of good to come.In all, the Catholic Church applauds and encourages organ donation as a morally good act of self-giving. Although there have been advances in medical technology, the demand for organ, eye and tissue donation still vastly exceeds the number of donors.

Sta t s AND Fac t s :• 115,000 men, women and children await lifesaving organ transplants.

• Even the largest football stadium in the U.S. could not fit the number of patients on the national transplant waiting list.

• Every 10 minutes another person is added to the national transplant waiting list.

• 22 people die each day because the organ they need is not donated in time.

• 8,000 deaths occur every year in the U.S. because organs are not donated in time.

• 82% of patients waiting are in need of a kidney.

• 1 out of 3 deceased donors are over the age of 50.

• If you donated your organs you would save up to 8 lives.

• If you donated your corneas you would restore sight to 2 people.

• If you donated your tissues you would heal the lives of 75 people.

• In 2016, 33,600 transplants brought new life to patients and their families.

• 683,000 transplants have taken place since 1988.

Being SOCIALLY Resp o n s i b l e : The Catholic Church considers organ donation to be a final act of compassion and generosity. 95% of Americans are in favor of being a donor but only 54% are registered. For more information visit: www.donatelife.net

Elaine Quan Ryan NovajaskyJan SmithLynne HaugheyLinda SayresCarol ClausenGreysen GregoryLinda KircherJudy HuntSam & Colleen SaputoPaul A. Lochner Jr.Ron HudepohlCecy MickeyJoe Ricci Joanne NeilNancy KueflerDianne KraljGail ModdemanAgnes Bolles

Geoff DaviesLydia SantosMarlene LaRoseRaymond ManckeKay NervieJill LoudenRob WingPeg GrecoNatalie RichardMario LenoBruce Hoyt Anne Grace KillionElena PiazzaBill CanterburyNancy OswaldMarcy CetnarNate PechulisGabriel GelardiAnne Marie Fernandez

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Please remember in your prayers all of our parish family and friends who suffer physically, emotionally or spiritually, especially:

These names are kept in the bulletin for one month. If you would like continual prayer, please add your name to the prayer book in the Narthex. The best way to ensure your loved ones are consistently prayed for within our greater E-Prayer Community - email Betsy Engelbrecht at [email protected] names will be circulated to an ever-growing list of people who will pray for them by name!

Pray e r Li s t

In Memory of: Bob SchleimerRequested by: The Harley's

Tabernac l eCandle

Life is changed, not ended. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!Ronald NorstremMary Ann GregoryDebi Grace-SmithBaby Boy Jamieson McMahon-Mills

Prayers forEternal Life

CREDIT CARD POLICY:We MUST request that any credit card transactions made at St. John XXIII be a minimum of $25. Thank You!

Ways t o Memo r i a l i z eFor requests to memorialize a loved one, you may call or stop in our Parish office.

FYI

POEM ABOUTDONATING LIFE

Sometimes life can break a heart, it cannot stand the

strain. But no one lives a life, we know that does not have

some pain.There are so many people, so many broken hearts, needing

just a little help, perhaps a few spare parts.

Your gift can save a mom or dad or help a child survive.

You can mend a broken heart and keep someone alive.

Your life can keep on giving even when you’re gone. You will go on living as someone

else lives on.You see, there are so many lives that you can help to mend. Be the gift, have a heart, be the

one to save a life, and your life will live again.Daniel Mark Extrom

www.donatelife.net

Organ Donation Month

Those who are new to our Parish this year, and those who’ve been coming for years without being registered, we need your help in staying organized and planning for our future needs. Having an accurate database of our parishioners will help us know where and how we need to grow. Thank you to everyone who registered with our Parish. If you have not received a welcome letter, please call the Parish Office to confirm your registration. All new parishioners, and those interested in registering in our Parish, are invited to attend The New Parishioner Orientation will take place on Sunday, May 20th, 2018 at 12:30pm.This is your opportunity to become informed and active members of the Parish and participate in our various ministries. Registering at St. John XXIII is a declaration of your desire to be part of a Catholic community. Please let the parish office know your email address OR you can even update it on the Parish Website! www.johnxxiii.net Frequently, those seeking to celebrate Marriage, Baptisms or serve as sponsors for Confirmation or Baptism request a letter stating that they are parishioners. To receive such a letter, one must be registered in the parish, attend Mass regularly, and be committed to stewardship of time, talent and treasure. One means of verifying participation is through the use of parish offertory envelopes. If you choose not to participate in the support of the parish or are unable to contribute at this time, please at least note your prayerful support on your envelope and place it in the weekly offertory basket.

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• Have You Listened to Our Podcasts? Listen to our weekly inspirational messages from Father Bob and homilies from Mass. Visit our site weekly at johnxxiii.podbean.com

• “Like” our Facebook Page! For all the latest happenings and inspirational messages “Like” us on Facebook. Just search “St. John XXIII Catholic Church”.

• Our Weekly Newsletter: Visit our website, johnxxiii.net, scroll down to “Stay Connected” and enter your email address.

• Download Our Parish App: Foster a stronger parish life at St. John XXIII and better engage the New Evangelization. Download our app today at myparishapp.com or search your phone’s app store for myparish. You can also text the word “APP” to 88202!

• St. John XXIII Catholic Church Mass Times: Stay up to date and visit: http://johnxxiii.net/info/new-mass-schedule/ for our Mass schedule.

• Directory of Perpetual Adoration Chapels: If you are visiting, vacationing or away from home, you can find churches that provide Adoration by visiting http://www.therealpresence.org/states/perp.htm

• Interested in Serving our Parish Family During Mass? Men, women and teens may serve as a Greeter, Usher, Lector, or Eucharistic Minister. Please contact the parish office at (239) 561-2245, if you feel called to serve in any of these areas, we can use your time and talent!

• Low Gluten Hosts: If you are interested in receiving low gluten hosts at Mass, then please go to the Sacristy before Mass starts to make your request with a Sacristan.

• Coffee & Donuts Hospitality: Additional people needed after the 7:15am, 9:15am, 11:15am Sunday Masses, to help with coffee and donuts hospitality. You would be part of a team that would rotate on a monthly basis. You must go through the volunteer process. For information contact Jennifer Baumgardner in the office at (239) 561-2245

• Replacing Your Appliances? Please consider giving your old ones to our Thrift Store. Gently used appliances 7 years old or less that are in good working order can be sold at our Thrift Store. Please email [email protected] and Cynthia, our store manager will contact you to schedule a pick-up. The Thrift Store is located at 15200 S. Tamiami Trail #110 in Ft. Myers, FL (call 239) 433-4097 or visit their website at www.bpjthrift.com

• Nonperishable Donations: If you are leaving on vacation or returning to your summer home, then please consider dropping off any unopened nonperishable food items in the designated baskets located in the Narthex. These items help supply our food pantries and help those in need.

• FREE Rosary Repair: Send broken rosaries in a padded envelope to: Betty & Dick Holden, 7930 Estero Blvd., #502, Ft. Myers Beach, FL 33931. Rosaries will be returned within a week of receipt. Old or broken rosaries may also be donated, repaired and sent to the missions. For more information email: [email protected] or call Dick at (239) 463-3993

• Bereavement & Beyond: If you have lost a loved one, we offer a safe, supportive place to deal with this life changing event. The Bereavement and Beyond Group meets each Tuesday from 1pm-3pm in the Community Room. For more information contact the Parish office at (239) 561-2245

• Please Remember to Recycle! Our recycle bin is located to the far right of the Vietnamese statue near the other side of the parking lot. Thank you for taking care of our common home!

• If you are hospitalized at Gulf Coast Hospital and would like to be visited by one of our Eucharistic Ministers or our Parish nurses, please let the Hospital Admissions Office know you are from our parish and contact our parish office, as well. Once you go home, if you are unable to attend Mass and would like to have the Eucharist brought to you, please call the parish office. (239) 561-2245

General Announcements

Lord God, Almighty Father,Creator of mankind and author of peace, as we are ever mindful of the cost paid for the liberty we possess, we ask you to bless the members of our armed forces.Give them courage, hope and strength. May they ever experience your firm support, gentle love and compassionate healing.Be their power and protector, leading them from darkness to light.To you be all glory, honor and praise, now and forever. Amen

PFC Bryan BardSean BallMajor Bart BomaStaff Sgt. Dennis CosgroveSgt. Phil DelliboviStaff Sgt. Chris Dominski2nd Lt. Andrew Dugan, Army Captain Andrew DuguaySgt. Jared GaudetTech Sgt Jeffrey K. Green1st Lt. Kellyn HallAndrew Herman1st Lt. Paige HortmanSgt. Kathleen HudepohlPFC Michael P HughesSPC Michael JednakPFC Andrew KanopkhMichael KlemCapt. Bradley D. Laux2nd Lt. Jacob Mundo, ArmyLCPL Nick Mundo

SRA Anthony PadulaLCP James PalenikMaster SGT Peter ParisonSgt. Justin Pingicer, ArmyLt. Col. Brady Sexton2nd Lt. Kristen ThompsonChristian Troutner, US NavyAlex Zizzo, US Navy MedicPFC Jordan Feil, USAHayden LindeAaron Crump, USCGPFC Nathaniel Broemmel Lt. Com. Mark BuonomoCol. Scott C. WoodwardPrivate Nicholas Loeb, ARNGStaff Sgt. Alec DeLucaAndrew Hawkinson, USN Cavalry Scout Specialist,Ryan Silva, Army2nd Lt. Greg Fry, USMC

New Parish ioner s

Our Serv i c e Personne lPRAYERS FOR

Jena JamaicaMichael & Elizabeth Sheehan Eric & Rebecca Ritger Juan Acotto and Virginia Olocco

WELCOME

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Fai t h Fo rma t i o nContact Chris Biel | 561-7499 | [email protected]

THIS WEEK IN FAITH FORMATION:We are quickly approaching the end of our Faith Formation and Sacrament Preparation year. Here is the schedule until the end of the year: 4/18: NO Faith Formation, Confirmation at 6:30pm4/25: NO Faith Formation, Sacrament Preparation for Year II students and parents 6:00pm-7:15pm5/2: Last Class for Faith Formation5/9: Mandatory Rehearsal for First Holy Communion• 4:15pm-5:30pm Rehearsal for AM ceremony• 6:00pm-7:15pm Rehearsal for PM ceremonyCONFIRMATION YEAR II STUDENTS: There is a Mandatory Rehearsal on Sunday April 15th from 6:00pm-7:15pm. One parent or Sponsor needs to attend. On Wednesday April 18th the Confirmation ceremony is at 6:30pm with line up at 5:30pm in the Community Room. SACRAMENT PREPARATION: Baptism: Congratulations on your decision to baptize your child! At Saint John XXIII we are happy to help your family prepare for the celebration. Baptisms are offered for registered members of Saint John XXIII and are scheduled only after the preparation process is completed by the parents. Please do not make arrangements for family members until you have actually received a date. Contact the office at 561-2245 for more information or to begin the process.FIRST COMMUNION (also called First Eucharist) and First Reconciliation: Children in First grade or above, who have expressed a desire and willingness and are attending Mass, are welcome to begin the two year process of preparing for these Sacraments. The first year consists of regular attendance at Faith Formation classes or through a Diocesan Catholic school. (Either St. Francis Xavier or St. Andrew) The second year continues those classes, but also adds in direct Sacramental Preparation (Reconciliation and Communion) sessions. Contact Chris at 561-7499 for more information or to begin the process. Parents who Home school their children must contact the office during Year I. CONFIRMATION PREPARATION: to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation is also a two year process that now begins at the start of 9th Grade and is celebrated in the Fall of 11th grade. (Older teens are certainly welcome also!). Each year consists of Faith Formation through the parish Youth Group or a Diocesan Catholic school (Bishop Verot) as well as scheduled Confirmation classes and a retreat. Please note: Students from Bishop Verot must register and attend the preparation classes at the beginning of 9th grade. If you are entering the 9th grade or would like more information on our program, Contact Chris at 561-7499 for more information or to begin the process.

Opening the Word is a weekly Bible Study exploring the upcoming Sunday Readings.When? Tuesday Mornings from 9am-10am

All Are Invited to Opening The Word!

We will use the parish resource, Formed.org to prepare for the Readings that we hear each Sunday.To register go to www.formed.org and use parish code: 1823ee to see Catholic content 24/7.We will watch a short video (7-10 minutes), share what the Readings say to us, and discuss how we can apply them to our lives.This Bible Study meets every Tuesday morning in the church community room from 9am-10am

All are Welcome!

The Next Session: Tuesday, April 17th

ADULT FAITH

Educa t i o nVACATION BIBLE SCHOOLDEADLINE IS MAY 7

J E F F C A V I N S B I B L E S T U D Y

JOIN OUR BIBLE STUDY

This 24 week study will be offered in 3-8 week sessions. To join our study and register, go to www.ascensionpress.com and create an account. Follow the instructions to join our study and register online. You will purchase your study set book at this time and it will be shipped directly to you.Contact for this bible study is: Edith Trafford at [email protected]

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Young Adult Ministry - 561-3022 xt 107

Youth Ministry - 561-3022 xt 107

Contact Beth Benham | [email protected] Contact Kelly Evers | [email protected]

HSYG Contact Beth Benham | [email protected] Contact Candace Woodworth | [email protected] Contact Kelly Evers | [email protected]

Welcoming All Young Adults 18 -39

High School Youth GroupHSYG - Sundays 6pm to 7:30pm

Join Our Facebook Group: Rooted at St. John XXIII for updates and local happenings.

MSYG & HSYG Sav e t h e Dat e s • April 22 - Altar Server Appreciation Party 2-4pm• May 6 - HSYG End of the Year Celebration 6-8pm• May 16 - MSYG End of the Year Celebration 6-7:30pm• June 18-22 - Just 5 Days Mission Trip

• April 15 - Confirmation Rehearsal Year II (Mandatory)• April 15 - NO HSYG FOR YEAR I• April 18 - Confirmation for Year II• April 22 - Care for Creation

Thinking about joining the Catholic Church, but feel a little lost? The RCIA inquiry stage is the starting place for adults who are thinking about entering the Catholic Church.“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10In the inquiry stage, you’re just finding out about Jesus, Christianity, and the Catholic Church. Talk to people, walk around in our shoes for a bit and get a feel for the place. As an inquirer, you’re not yet sure exactly what you think about the Catholic Church. Your main task here is to develop your faith a little bit, get to know Christ, prayer, the Catholic Church, and how Christians live. That’s the only way you can make an informed decision about entering the Catholic Church.

Have you received the Sacrament of Confirmation?Just as bodies and minds grow, Catholics believe that the soul also needs to grow in the life of grace. The Sacrament of Confirmation builds on the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation and Holy Communion, completing the process of initiation into the Catholic community.

Want to Hear More?Please call the parish office at (239) 561-2245 and make an appointment to meet with Father Bob.

For questions please contact Ginny Whelan at:(239) 362-1283 or email: [email protected]

Chris t i an Ini t ia t i on Sess i on s

THIS WEEK: There is NO Middle School Yourth Group session due to the Sacrament of Confirmation.

MASS AT 9:15AM WITH SESSION TO FOLLOWTime changes are noted

Middle School Youth GroupMSYG - Wednesdays 6pm to 7:15pm

• April 18 - NO MSYG - CONFIRMATION• April 25 - Outside Session Kickball

• May 3 - Rooted will meet at 7pm

Apr i l :4/15: Mystagogy - Topic: Living Your Strengths

4/22: Mystagogy - Topic: Living Your Strengths

4/29: Mystagogy - Topic: Discipleship

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• Nuestra siguiente misa en español será el Domingo 6 de Mayo a las 1:15pm.

• Los invitamos a que nos acompañen al rezo del Rosario todos los Martes a las 6:00pm dentro de la Iglesia.

• Quien desee participar en la misa como lector u otras actividades pueden contactarnos también a nuestra dirección de correo.

• Dirija todas sus inquietudes, peticiones y preguntas Nuestro correo electrónico para cualquier información o petición que deseen: [email protected]

• Visite nuestro Facebook http://www.facebook.com/HispanosJPXXIII

Hispan i c Mini s t ryANNOUNCEMENTS

ST. MARTIN DE PORRES is always in need of volunteers to assist on various work projects for their facility located at 4711 Palm Beach Boulevard in Ft. Myers.If you possess any of the following skills, then please consider giving a helping hand.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED St. Martin de Porres

Your Help i s a Bless ing

• Plumbing

• Painters

• General Contractor

If you are interested in helping, then please contact their office at (239) 693-4711 YOU can make a difference in someone’s life. It all starts will just one helping hand!For more information about St. Martin de Porres’ history, success and news, visit their website at: www.stmartindeporresministry.org

• Roofing

• Pest Control

• Electrical

“What are YOUDoing for Others”Martin Luther King, Jr.

If you are interested in receiving LOW GLUTEN hosts at Mass, then please go to the Sacristy

before Mass starts to make your request

with a Sacristan.

LowGlut enHOSTS

In the sacrament of Christ’s Body and Blood, you share in the life of God. Live on in God’s love!

AVAILABLE IN THE NARTHEX

S T A T I O N S O F T H E C R O S SM E M O R I A L I Z E A L O V E D O N E

Many of you have asked to give a Memorial to the parish for a specific item. We have Stations of the Cross in our Memorial Garden that are available to be memorized.Each station is a gift of $5,000.00. If you are interested please call our Business Manager, Holly Atkins at (239) 561-2245

BELOW ARE THE REMAININGSTATIONS STILL AVAILABLE:

• Station 7 Jesus Falls a Second Time

• Station 8 Jesus Speaks to the Woman

MemorializationThe art of

commemorating the lives of

those we love.

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How long have you worked at St. John XXIII?I started working as the Middle School Youth Ministry Coordinator for St. John XXIII Parish in the fall of 2017, however, I have been a parishioner since 2003 and organized the Girl Scout ministry from 2008 to 2017. What do you want the parishioners to know about your role within the Church?As a youth minister coordinator, it is important for all young parishioners to feel a sense of ownership in the parish. Growing up Catholic, in a parish called St. Albert the Great, my family was very active. The parish was my second home with an extended family. This is what I want for all young parishioners of St. John XXIII: a second home with an extended family who will pray for them in hard times, celebrate with them in good times, and welcome them free of judgment always.How does your faith reflect in your Parish work?The biggest blessing I have is my faith. Both my parents and grandparents taught me God’s love from infancy. I never knew anything else. Faith is fact for me and I think that is why I am so interested in apologetics. I have attended a few diocese youth events, and have listened to several speakers from NASA and other major scientific organizations. All have confirmed what I was taught as a child.How does your job benefit a parishioner?The program is blessed with an amazing team of volunteers. We have a wonderful group of adult volunteers who come each week and help. Their generosity of time and talent is an extraordinary example of God’s love for others. Then, we have a teen mentor program that invites 8th grade graduates back to help lead small group discussions along with the adults. I believe the program benefits ALL involved and I am extremely blessed to coordinate it.

KELLY EVERSCoordinator/Middle School & Young Adult Ministry

[email protected] Evers is a dedicated member of the Parish team. We thought you would be interested in getting to know her better!

Gett ing to Know

LONG SLEEVE SHIRT DRIVE

Thank YouOn behalf of God’s poor, the Parish Nurses and the Florida Farmworkers would like to say thank you for a very successful Long Sleeve Shirt project.922 shirts were delivered to protect the workers from contact with dangerous pesticides. Blessings to all!

ParishN U R S I N G M I N I S T R Y

SAVE THE DATEApril 21st and 22nd

FAMILIES CANSIGN THE

MEMORIAL WALLIN THE NEW

PARISH LIFE CENTER AFTER ALLMASSES

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Building StatusPARISH LIFE CENTER

Redeemed PledgesandContr ibu t i ons

$6,607,513.11

"


Building Our Legacy" "

Weekly FinancialsApril 1, 2018

Offertory $69,162.00Capital Campaign $53,128.00Total $122,290.00Mass Attendance 7403Registered Families 3528Kid’s Offertory Envelopes $0.00

No money is kept on Church property. Thank you for your continued generosity!

*Please make your checks payable to “St. John XXIII”

2018 Catholic Faith Appeal2018 Goal $339,000Pledge $287,567.19% of Goal 84.83%% of Households 23.49%Total $173,620.03

NO UPDATE

“Trust and wait for what is still unseen.”

Romans 8:24

This week, ALL windows and doors are being installed. This should be completed within two weeks!

Our Capital Campaign ends in April.We would appreciate all the contributions for this year to be post marked by April 30, 2018. Thank You

2018 LENTEN COLLECTION

Week 1: Soles for Souls $914.00

Week 2: Youth Mission Trips $1,079.00

Week 3: Food Pantries - Social Justice $1,439.18

Week 4: St. Martin DePorres $1,023.15

Week 5: Vacation Bible School $839.00

Week 6: Social Justice General Fund $1,439.00

TOTAL $6,733.33

Outs tanding Pledges

PARISH LIFE CENTER CLASSROOMS

M E M O R I A L I Z E A L O V E D O N EWe have a total of 9 CLASSROOMS in our new Parish Life Center. We only have 2 CLASSROOMS that are still available to be memorialized: ST. THERESA OF LISIEUX “The Little Flower” and ST. SUSANNA. Each classroom is $50K or you can memorialize half for $25K.

If you have questions, or would like more information, please call our Business Manager, Holly Atkins at (239) 561-2245

NO CHARGE!

The Faith Alive! Team is sponsoring a new series as part of our Parish’s Adult Faith Formation Ministry. We will be showing movies in our Community Room, followed by a discussion of the film. It is an opportunity to meet other parishioners and have a faith-filled discussion on an important topic.Our Spring offering is On the Waterfront. This 1954 film tells the story of an ex-prize fighter who stands up against a corrupt union. It won eight Academy Awards, including best picture.

Please RSVP by May 2ndso we know how much food to prepare.Pizza provided by: The Knights of ColumbusSign up in the Narthex or RSVPto: [email protected]

FRIDAY, MAY 4TH6PM TO 8:30PM

IN THE COMMUNIT Y ROOM

FilmandFaith

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Women’s Guild

The Bake Sale will take place before and after all Masses starting Saturday at the 4pm Mass through the Sunday Masses.

All baked goods are greatly appreciated. (for those of us who do not bake, we also appreciate all the purchased goods!)

All donations may be brought to the Narthex before and after all Masses or can be dropped off at the Parish Office before 4pm on Friday, April 20th.

Proceeds from the bake salego to Verity and Lifeline. Wethank you for your generosity!

WEEKEND OF APRIL 21 - 22

“for it is in that we receive.”givingSt. Francis of Assisi

for more information contact:Barbara Artale at: [email protected]

CRAFTIE LADIES - $4,050

Thank YouF O R YO U R D O N AT I O N

St. John XXIII thanks you for your generouscontribution to our Capital Campaign!

National Donate Life Month (NDLM) was instituted by Donate Life America and its partnering organizations in 2003. Celebrated in April each year, NDLM features an entire month of local, regional and national activities to help encourage Americans to register as organ, eye and tissue donors and to celebrate those that have saved lives through the gift of donation.Donate Life America was inspired by the concept of the pinwheel for the 2017 National Donate Life Month artwork. A pinwheel evokes various images and meanings, but the strongest association revolves around opportunity and energy.The pinwheel is symbolic of an instrument that turns obstacles into opportunities. The pinwheel’s ability to capture and pass on energy parallels one’s potential to make LIFE possible. Each Donate Life pinwheel has four sails supported by one stem, symbolizing the power one person has to be an organ, eye, tissue or living donor. For recipients, donation can turn sickness and injury into a second chance at life. For donors, their decision to register can turn a sorrowful time into a source of comfort for family as a result of renewed life for others.The pinwheel reminds us that we all have the potential to capture and pass on life, comfort and hope to others by registering as a donor. This April, we encourage you to stop to feel the breeze, watch the pinwheels and think of the lives of those touched by donation and transplantation.Thank you for your efforts in educating and registering others as organ, eye and tissue donors! For more information visit:www.donatelife.net

N E W SCraftie LadiesCraftie Ladies

Join Us!If you think you might like to give Craftie Ladies a try, we meet every Monday at the St. John XXIII Villas from 1-3pm. No skills are necessary, only the desire to help those in need. We will be happy to teach you whatever you would like to learn, from sewing, crochet, knitting or whatever. For more informatioon contact Barb at: [email protected]

The Prayer Shawl and Parish Nurse Ministries are continually giving lap robes/shawls and blankets to our homebound/ hospice parishioners. One of our Craftie Ladies, Kay, (pictured below) and many others, make lovely items for our nurses to give.We would like to share a story, just one of the many we hear from our parishioners: One of our parish nurses watched an elderly gentleman struggle to walk to his car. He was using 2 canes. She caught up with him and introduced herself to see if there was any way she could help. Even offered him food. He declined as he was flying home to be with his dying daughter. Her favorite color was blue. She was given one of our parish blankets, made by Craftie Ladies. Now his daughter will know she is surrounded by the love and prayers of St.John xxiii. Really beautiful.Have you heard of “fidget” blankets? They are often made and given to elderly Alzheimer’s/dementia patients. They are approximately placement size and sit on their laps. They are covered in various items when they feel them, helps stimulate their brains. These items can be anything, such as: zippers, ribbon strips, elastic, mesh from onion bags.Anything that will give them something to do with their hands. They love these blankets. Each one is as unique as the person who made it. The one pictured here had lots of stuff to touch and feel!Last fall there was a Mass dedicated to dementia patients, and Craftie Ladies donated several blankets. We had fun doing them, and plan on making more this year. The Craftie Ladies touches the lives of so many people! If you would like to contact our parish nurses, you can do so by calling the parish office Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm.

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OPEN MONDAY-SATURDAY FROM 9AM-5PM15200 S. Tamiami Trail #110 Ft. Myers, FL 33908

(239) 433-4097 | www.bpjthrift.com

April Savings

$$

50% OFF RED STICKER CLOTHING & BOOTS (Styles may vary based on inventory)

30% OFF AREA RUGS OR CARPETS (Rugs or Carpets must be 3’ & Over)

20% OFF CLOTHING COSTUME JEWELRY WALL MIRRORS 24” & OVER COMFORTERS AND BREADSPREADS

“Thank You” for supporting

After school reading Youth mentoring








A special thank you to St. John XXIII Cathlolic Church for supporting AFCAAM with the after school reading and youth mentoring program!

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"We need to see each child as a gift to be welcomed, cherished and protected."

The Diocese of Venice continues to promote Share the Journey, a worldwide two-year initiative of Our Holy Father, Pope Francis. In the next seven issues of the Mustard Seed, the Diocese will run a series designed to answer questions focusing more specifically on Refugee Resettlement. This will serve as an aide to build bridges of reconciliation, understanding and hospitality in keeping with the spirit of Share the Journey. The topics covered include “What Does the Gospel Say About Refugees?”, “What is the Economic Impact?” and “Are Refugees a Burden”. For more information on Share the Journey, visit www.sharejourney.orgAs an example of the text that will appear in the Mustard Seed is included below:WHAT DOES THE GOSPEL SAY ABOUT REFUGEES?1. The Catholic Church in the United States has been helping immigrants and refugees since the founding of this nation. Indeed, it is what the Gospel calls us to do: in Matthew (25:35) Jesus tells his disciples, “I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” Source: Matthew, Chapter 252. Refugees are fleeing persecution and violence and have suffered great loss, including loss of their homes, livelihoods, possessions and families. Only 1% of these refugees get resettled. Migration Refugee Services (MRS) assists with food, clothing, shelter, employment, English as a second language, and orientation to a new community and culture. Source: Migration Refugee Services3. MRS works to create “a world where immigrants, refugees, migrants, and people on the move are treated with dignity, respect, welcome and belonging.”

4 Hours Only!SATURDAY, MAY 5TH

6am-10am IN STORE ONLYTicket Cost: $5.00 Each

PRIVATE TICKETED EVENT

Your $5 Charity Sale Ticket Supports The Women’s Guild of St. John XXIII (and our Outreach Ministries) plus you get $5 OFF your first purchase!PRE-SALE NOW THROUGH MAY 4THShop at your leisure and pick up on May 5th

MAY 5TH - FREE GIFT CARD to the first 100 customers in the store!(Valued from $5 to $1000)

TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE at the APRIL 16TH Women’s Guild Meeting or by contacting: [email protected] or (239) 303-1935

SAVE ON RARELY DISCOUNTED BRANDS!

If you have lost a loved one, we offer a safe, supportive place to deal with this life changing event.We invite you to join us as you journey to find new meaning and purpose in your life. You will be warmly welcomed.The Bereavement and Beyond Group meets each Tuesday from 1pm-3pm in the Community Room.

A N D B E Y O N DB E R E AV E M E N T

F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N :Contact the Parish office at (239) 561-2245

Love THY Neighbor

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Safe Environment Training: As Christian adults, we have a moral and legal responsibility, and are entrusted by God with the spiritual, emotional and physical well-being of minors and vulnerable adults. As they participate in activities within, or sponsored by our diocese, it is our commitment to provide an environment which is safe and nurturing. In accordance with the Diocese of Venice policy to offer continued Safe Environment Awareness to all employees and volunteers, all volunteers must be trained! One should NOT attend if fingerprints have not been cleared. To view the next sessions go to www.dioceseofvenice.org website and click on Offices and under Programs click on Safe Environment. View the list of classes under Training Schedule. Register for a class by clicking on Register for Training with Virtus. All registrations must now be done through the Diocese of Venice Website. Youth Minister Wanted: Our Lady of Light in Ft. Myers, is seeking a full time Youth Minister. Please submit resume, along with a cover letter, to the Parish Business Administrator at [email protected] Part-Time Bus Driver Wanted: Bishop Verot High School seeks a part time activities bus driver. Candidate must possess a valid Florida Class C license (with no Air Brake Restriction), pass background screening and attend Safe Environment Training. For more information contact Ms. Jessica Cole at [email protected] Applications: Bishop Verot Catholic High School is still accepting applications. The next two freshman placement tests are scheduled for April 16th and May 21st. The Step Up for Students Scholarship is accepted. Please visit bvhs.org/admissions or contact Jill Rhone at (239) 274-6760 for more information.National Day of Prayer: Join us 9am on Saturday, April 28th for the 3rd Annual National Day of Prayer and Protest Against Planned Parenthood at College Parkway and Winkler Rd. Contact Paul Muri at [email protected] Encounter Retreat: The next weekend is May 4th-6th at OLPH retreat center in Venice, FL. Space is limited, so apply early. For more information call (813) 270-7832 or visit flwc-wwme.orgSWFL Catholic Moms: Join other moms for coffee, brunch, childcare and fellowship the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month, from 9:30-11:30am at Church of the Resurrection’s Parish Hall. 8121 Cypress Lake Drive, Ft. Myers. For more information contact Amanda Gavini at (239) 222-0452Bishop Verot International Student Homestay Search: Have a life changing experience in your own home by opening your hearts to international students in Fort Myers! Now looking for host families for students who will attend Bishop Verot High School. You provide: a furnished bedroom and a loving home. You receive: competitive monthly compensation and ongoing support. Interested families should contact Christina at (512) 627-4111 or [email protected] Spiritual Adoption Program: You are invited to register to spiritually adopt an unborn child in danger of abortion. To register, visit www.dioceseofvenice.org/offices/respect-life/spiritual-adoption-program and receive monthly updates on the development of the child in the womb. For information, questions or prayer cards, please contact Jeanne Berdeaux at [email protected] or call (941) 441-1101

Catho l i cCommuni tyHAPPENINGS

Reflections

APRIL 28TH & 29THAfter All Masses in the Narthex

Blood Pressure Check

FREE Educational Panel DiscussionMONDAY, APRIL 23 9am-12pm

Join this free educational event to help those who care for or work with individuals with mental health conditions to better understand Florida's Baker Act and our local mental health resources, and to provide clarification regarding some of the common beliefs and misconceptions that surround involuntary evaluation as well as mental health issues.For more information call (239) 337-9024 or email [email protected]

United Way of Lee, Hendry, Glades and Okeechobee7273 Concourse Drive, Ft. Myers, FL

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“HAKUNA MATATA”ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL PRODUCTION OF:

Friday, April 20th - 7pm Saturday, April 21st - 7pm Sunday, April 22nd - 3pm

St. Francis Xavier Catholic School 2055Heitman Street Fort Myers, FL

Doors open 30 minutes before each show and tickets will be sold at the door $10 Admission Per Person

Contact [email protected] call (239) 334-7707 ext. 222

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Our Lady of Good Counsel Camp is the residential youth camp of the Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg, Florida.This beautiful camp is located about 60 miles north of Tampa on the shore of Lake Tsala Apoka. This co-ed camp accepts campers from 7 to 15 years of age.This beautiful camp was founded in 1947 by Monsignor George W. Cummings. They have served tens of thou-sands of children throughout the state of Florida, the Southeast and beyond!For information about this wonderful camp please visit:goodcounselcamp.org

Session 1,3 & 4 Session 2

1 Child $610 $375

2 Children $1,170 $710

3 Children $1,700 $1,005

4 Children $2,195 $1,305

PRICES IF REGISTERED AND PAID IN FULL BY MAY 1ST

OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL CAMP

SIGN UP NOW!SPACE IS LIMITED!

"We need to see each child as a gift to be welcomed, cherished and protected."

UPCOMING 2018OPEN HOUSE:

www.stfrancisfortmyers.org

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25TH, 9AM-10:30AMCall (239) 334–7707 to meet our faculty and students, tour our campus and see what St. Francis Xavier Catholic School is all about!

SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID ARE AVAILABLE

Parenting Pointer:

Marriage Moment:

"Jesus made himself known to them in the breaking of the

bread. (Luke 24:35) Sometimes when I have been around

my beloved for a long time, it's easy to seem invisible to

each other. Consciously look at your spouse at dinner

tonight. See the likeness of God within him or her.

April 22 is Earth Day. Often our children teach us

how to be responsible recyclers, take care of nature,

etc. Brainstorm with your child ways that your family

can take a step to care for creation. Do one of the ideas

on this day.

“by Susan Vogt, www.SusanVogt.net”

“by Susan Vogt, www.SusanVogt.net”

1 John 3:1-2 God's ChildrenThe idea that Israel consisted of "God's Children" was not something that would be out of the ordinary for the normal Jew in the First Century. However, for the author of 1 John, the true "People of God" were those who, through baptism, had affirmed their belief in Jesus Christ as the mediator between God and Humankind. Thus, baptism is the means by which we become God's Children, not circumcision or following the cultic prescriptions of Torah. The world, of course, rejected Jesus; we recall the Prologue to the Gospel of John, "He came to what was his own, and his own people did not accept him. But to all who received him, who believed in his name, he gave power to become children of God, who were born, not of blood or of the will of the flesh or of the will of man, but of God." (John 1:11-14). Baptism, and the affirmation of belief in Jesus, is what produces true Children of God. And, finally, since "Like knows Like" in the ancient world, by being conformed to the will of God, we will understand the revelation that Jesus provided for us. And by such understanding and act of belief, we become unified with Him in the ultimate Love that He announced to the world.

Reflections on Scripture Jack Conroy, Ph.D.

Reflections by: J. Conroy

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