AUGUST 27, 2017 YOUR WELCOMING CATHOLIC COMMUNITY...

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AUGUST 27, 2017 YOUR WELCOMING CATHOLIC COMMUNITY IN DOWNTOWN BOCA RATON

370 SW 3rd St. • Boca Raton • FL 33432 561.392.0007 • 561.392.0074 Fax

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Msgr. Michael D. McGraw • Pastor Fr. Dominic Toan-Tran • Parochial Vicar Fr. Martin Dunne, III • Parochial Vicar

Deacon Bill Watzek

Msgr. Steven Bosso • Assisting Fr. Michael Driscoll • Assisting

Fr. Alfredo Hernandez • Assisting Fr. Joe Kuczborski • Assisting

Fr. Norman Schwartz • Assisting

Deacon Michael Zatarga

P a r i s h O f f i c e H o u r s Monday - Thursday 8:30am to 6:00pm

Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm Saturday 9:30am to 2:00pm

in the Gift Shop • 561.393.0006

S c h o o l O f f i c e H o u r s 561.392.7974 • 561.368.6671 Fax Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm

M a s s S c h e d u l e s Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm

Sunday: 7:30am, 9:15am, 10:45am, 12:15pm,5:00pm,

& 6:30pm (Spanish) Monday-Friday: 6:45am & 8:15am

Saturday mornings: 8:15am Eve of Holy Days: 6:00pm

Holy Days: 6:45am, 8:15am, 9:15am, & 12:15pm

Holidays: Only one Mass at 9:00am

B a p t i s m s Sunday (English): 1:30pm

3rd Saturday (Spanish): 12 noon

C o n f e s s i o n s Saturday: 3:00 - 4:00pm

Sunday: 5:50 - 6:20pm (Spanish & English) Confessions by appointment during office hours

Last week’s second reading reminded us of the truth that, “the gifts and the call of God are irrevocable.” (Romans 11:29). What a beautiful reminder of our reality! Each and every one of us, in a unique way, has a unique combination of gifts and talents which no one else in time was ever meant to have!

Yet this special blend of the irrevocable gifts of God is connected to the unique calling of God for each and every one of us! Another word for “calling” is “vocation,” and the more we can live our unique vocation the more we are living-up to the unique purpose we were created for, the more we are expressing our gratitude for the gifts we received, the more we can rest in the joy that our gifts are being used in the best way possible and used to create other blessings for ourselves and others for the glory of God... the more fulfilling our lives will be!

All of this is why I am happy to announce the new “Vocations Ministry” of St. Joan of Arc! I am truly honored to chair the ministry which hopes to guide everyone towards living their vocations as fully as possible! In a particular way, however, this committee will focus on encouraging others to consider if they have the calling to the priesthood and religious life. It is important to realize that your gifts from God are all signs of your calling from God! For example, if you feel a joy in leading people back into the joyful participation of the Church, you may have a vocation to the priesthood! And I hope you all have had special memories with priests and religious in your lives—as I’ve had!

Even if you already enjoy the knowledge and peace that you have already found in your unique vocation in life, I need your help! For example, everyone can pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life, as both are needed now more than ever! I can assure you that your prayers for me were critical in my journey to the priesthood, and I have never been happier than now, serving as your priest! Also, please feel free to contact me if you wish to either formally be a part of this ministry to foster vocations, or if you would like to meet to discuss the unique vocation God may have for you in your life!

- Fr. Martin Dunne, III

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AUGUST 27

MASSES FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 28, 2017MONDAY – August 286:45am St. Joan of Arc ParishionersMario Prioriello by Daughter Elizabeth Fuchs 8:15amTita Alfaro Bodewigby Claudia PardoMary Louise Hopkins by Richard Hays

TUESDAY – August 296:45am St. Joan of Arc Parishioners8:15amArthalie Doyle by Nadine FarrellHayde Reigosa by Ily Aquino

WEDNESDAY – August 306:45am St. Joan of Arc Parishioners8:15amJoan Cuttitta by The Aquino Family Maria Clemencia Anton by Lani Hiponia

THURSDAY – August 316:45am St. Joan of Arc Parishioners8:15am St. Joan of Arc Parishioners

FRIDAY – September 16:45am St. Joan of Arc Parishioners8:15amGrace & Gracie Fishter by The Picinich family

SATURDAY - September 28:15am Perpetual Mass4:30pmDr. Ernest J. Visco by Loving wife and childrenDona and Ron David by Monica Stanny

SUNDAY - September 37:30am Harry Fisher by Knights of ColombusMark Enck by The Marko Family9:15amDavid Peterson by Cathy BeardsleyMaria Garroni by Cathy Beardsley 10:45amDaniel Hagerty by His Mom Carol Barndollar by The Grau Family12:15pmLuis Mecca by Enza MeccaPhillip and Mary Rubio by Christina and Hank Slaitht5:00pm Cherrie Mullenby Platero family6:30pmElvia and Jorge Rodriguez by Martha Hoynoski

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Ms. Victoria Stewart

Mr. Raciti & Mrs. Lombardi-Raciti

Mrs. Renee Ramirez & Mr. Ivo Marrachinho

Mr. & Mrs. Rob Williams

Mr. Chuchi Baltazar

Mr. Victorino Ortega

Ms. Josefa De La Cruz

Ms. Hilda De la Cruz

Mr. & Mrs. Jose Huertas

Ms. Martha Holzworth

We extend a warm WELCOME to all newcomers and visitors! If you are a new member of our St. Joan of Arc Parish Family or are visiting us for the first time, be sure to stop-by our Parish Office. There, a member of our parish leadership team will be happy to inform you about our parish life, ministries, organizations, and service opportunities. We look forward to meeting you!

2017 DIOCESAN SERVICES APPEAL

"Together in Mission, We are Called is about coming together and providing the resources needed to faithfully answer God's call to be a community of faith that brings help, hope and healing to a world in need of the Good News of Jesus Christ... The Diocesan Services Appeal is an essential way of reaching out to support and sustain the mission and ministries of the Diocese of Palm Beach." -Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito

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YOU CAN DONATE ALTAR BREAD FOR A WEEK OF MASSES by calling The Parish Office at 561.392.0007

Do you want a special remembrance for a loved one, living or deceased?

A L T A R B R EADIn remembrance of my beloved husband Walter Gesner on his birthday

By his wife Mel


PASTOR’S MESSAGE

As religious leaders of Boca Raton representing churches, synagogues and mosques, we come together with respect for each other: for the values we share and for the differences we honor. We recognize that this is a challenging time in the life of our nation.

In Charlottesville we witnessed the violence and hatred expressed and perpetrated by Neo- Nazis, klansmen, white supremacists and white nationalists. And we join together to condemn their ideologies and the dangers these groups represent to an open, respectful, democratic, free and pluralistic society. We also mourn the deaths of Heather Heyer, State Trooper H. Jay Cullen and Trooper-Pilot Berke Bates. We extend our prayers and condolences to their loved ones.

In the last century, we witnessed the extraordinary evil and destruction that white-supremacy and Nazi ideology can wreak. Nearly half a million Americans gave their lives in World War II to counter totalitarian fascism, and thousands more have given their lives to fight against those who do not hold dear the rights and freedoms that form our society’s bedrock.

The United States of America is founded on the principle that all are created equal, endowed by our Creator with inalienable rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Those rights are for all Americans with no exceptions or exclusions. We are saddened by the lack

of clear moral leadership in our nation. As Elie Wiesel wrote, “And that is why I swore never to be silent whenever, wherever human beings endure suffering and humiliation. We must take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented. Sometimes we must interfere. When human lives are endangered, when human dignity is in jeopardy, national borders and sensitivities become irrelevant. Wherever men and women are persecuted because of their race, religion, or political views, that place must - at that moment - become the center of the universe.”

We hold as an article of faith that every human life is created in the divine image, and is of infinite and equal value. Therefore, we condemn the rise of racist and bigoted ideology. We encourage government leaders and law enforcement to pursue justice, to stand against hate crimes and to protect the rights of every individual. We encourage our parents and teachers to lead by crying out against expressions of racism, anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, misogyny and homophobia. We must stand with the vulnerable against those who seek to persecute and intimidate.

As leaders of different faiths working respectfully for the common good of our community and all people, we ask everyone to join us in condemning hatred and violence. Please also join us for an interfaith candlelight vigil on

Monday, August 21 at 8 pm at Sanborn Square Park in downtown Boca Raton. We, as citizens of this city, this state and this nation know that we can model behaviors of respect and tolerance for all. We are called to stand together as people of faith and as patriotic Americans.

Father Dominic Toan-Tran, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church Father Martin Dunne, III, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church Rabbi David Steinhardt, Bnai Torah Congregation Rev. Andrew Sherman, St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church Fathi Khalfi, Imam, Islamic Center of Boca Raton Bassem Alhalabi, President, Islamic Center of Boca Raton Rev. Tom Tift, First United Methodist Church Rev. Benjamin Thomas, St. Gregory's Episcopal Church Rabbi Craig H. Ezring, Temple Beth Israel Rev. Bill Mitchell, Boca Raton Community Church Rabbi Jessica Spitalnic Brockman, Temple Beth El Rabbi Greg Weisman, Temple Beth El Rev. Dr. Richard B. Barbour, Advent Lutheran Church Rabbi David Baum, Congregation Shaarei Kodesh Rabbi Robert Silvers, Congregation B’nai Israel Rabbi Dan Levin, Temple Beth El Rev. Rachel DeLaune, First United Methodist Church Rev. Marcus Zillman, II, First United Methodist Church Rev. Michael McGraw, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church Rabbi David Englander, Bnai Torah Congregation Rabbi Rony Keller, Congregation B’nai Israel Rabbi Allison Cohen, Congregation B’nai Israel Rev. Howard Spain, Ebenezer Baptist Church

Monday night, August 21, over two hundred fifty participants from Christian Churches, Jewish Temples and Islamic Mosques gathered in Sanborn Park in downtown Boca to sing hymns, hear witness reflections, listen to a Unity Message from the clergy present and, most importantly, to pray together. We prayed for peace and unity in our country, for an end to racism, anti-semitism, ultra-nationalist hateful rhetoric and actions. We prayed for the victims of the Charlottesville terrorism and for mutual understanding and civility in civic discourse. Our lighted candles brightened the night and symbolized our commitment to life, justice and peace among all peoples.

I was struck especially by the cumulative effect of faithful people from all faiths united around their clergy and together making the statement that God is to be loved and worshiped and that all people are God's beloved children. I linked arms with Islamic Imam Fathi Khalfi and Rabbi Dan Levin as we looked out at the linked arms of so many people of all faiths yet one family in prayer, hope and common vision. Out of tragedy can come good and that was true last night. We all prayed that what we pledged to accomplish together will truly come to pass with the grace of God. This was a night to remember in Boca Raton. Amen.

Below is the corporate statement of the religious leaders of Boca Raton. I present it for your prayerful reflection.

- Msgr. Michael D. McGraw

POWER OF PRAYING TOGETHER


PARISH DIRECTORY

WEEKLY TREASUREThe Weekly Offertory Collection for August 19/20

totaled $17,925. 557 envelope users contributed $15,016

and non envelope users contributed $2,909.

The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary collection totaled $2,425.

ANNULMENTS Deacon Bill Watzek 561-952-2828 by appointment only

BAPTISMAL ARRANGEMENTS 561-392-0007 (English) Baptism class for parents 1st Thurs. each month, 7pm. 561-392-0007 Andrea Lewin (Spanish) Baptism class for parents 3rd Tues. each month, 7pm. 561-392-0007

CARE MINISTRY 561-962-6000

CATHOLIC CHARITIES COUNSELING CENTER Maria T. Isava MA, LCSW 844-848-6777

COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR Patty Delaney, 561-952-2868

DEVELOPMENT & STEWARDSHIP DIRECTOR Wendy Horton, 561-952 2838 Special Projects: Diane Salerno 561-952-2848

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTER Valerie Bryant, [email protected]

HOMEBOUND/PASTORAL VISITATION DIRECTOR Fr. Martin Dunne III, 561-392-0007

MARRIAGE MINISTRY DIRECTOR Rosario Gonzales, 561-952-2854 6 Months notice required for marriages

LITURGICAL MUSIC & CHOIR DIRECTOR Douglas Byers, 561-952-2856

PARISH ACTIVITIES & HISPANIC MINISTRIES DIRECTOR Andrea Lewin 561-952-2852 [email protected]

PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY DIRECTOR Deacon Bill Watzek, 561-952-2828

PARISH WORSHIP & SPIRITUALITY COMMITTEE Fr. Dominic Toan-Tran, Chairperson 561-392-0007

PHYSICAL PLANT DIRECTOR Paul Micelli, 561-392-0007

RELIGIOUS GIFT SHOP Laura Watzek, 561-393-0006 Hours: Mon. - Wed. 7:30am to 4:30pm Closed Thursdays Fri. 7:30am to 3:30pm Sat. 9am to 5:30pm Sun. 9am to 1:30pm

SACRAMENTS Anointing of the Sick and Elderly: First Saturday of the month following the 8:15am Mass. Please call the Parish Office to request a priest if you are a patient at Boca Regional Hospital.

SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Mrs. Caroline Roberts, 561-392-7974

ASSISTANT SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Miss Lani Hiponia, 561-392-7974

SISTERS OF MERCY Sr. Josephine 561-392-7974

USHERS MINISTRY Javier Palomo, 561-445-1782

YOUTH & ADULT FAITH FORMATION DIRECTOR Rosa Davidson, 561-952-2870 Administrative Assistant Ailen Ponce, 561-952-2872

ALSO, PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21ST

is the Server Appreciation Mass with our bishop! Thank you for your commitment to this great & enjoyable opportunity!


DARE TO CAREThe St. Joan of Arc Care Ministry and food pantry has been in existence for many years now and has served our community by helping people with everything from rent, utilities, child care, automobile maintenance, food and many other various needs. The money that we receive from our generous parish benefactors is such a blessing, not only to the people who receive the aid, but also to our volunteers who interview the clients and determine if we can help them. When a client is moved with gratitude for the aid that we have given to them, our screeners are proud to say that it would not have been possible to help if it were not for our generous parishioners. At this time we are looking for a few people who would like to volunteer in our Care Ministry Crisis Center. The hours are from 9:00 am to noon during the weekdays and the volunteers can pick how many days that they would like to work in a month. Some of our volunteers work two days in a month others work one day a week, but they all come away with the same satisfaction of knowing that they were involved in giving aid to someone in need. So if you feel that you have the time and the desire to help out in our Crisis Center please call Deacon Bill at (561) 952-2828 and volunteer your time and talent to help your neighbor in need.

FROM THE SJA PARISH SOCIAL OUTREACH MINISTRY DIRECTOR

Bill Watzek SJA Social Outreach Ministry Director


There's no better way than to end the first week of school than with a hot cup of coffee and with your friends. Over 50 parents stopped by the Erin Go Brew hosted by the Home and School Association. SJA parents enjoyed a continental breakfast while meeting and socializing with other parents. This was a great time for families to catch up and for our new parents to meet some of our veteran parents.

SJA SCHOOL ERIN GO BREW


SJA students in grades 1-8 came together in worship to celebrate the Feast Day of St. Rose of Lima. Beautiful singing voices and bells could be heard during Mass. The new school chaplain, Father Martin Dunne, III preached and was assisted by Deacon Bill Watzek. Sister Josephine Sullivan introduced the members of the Student Council and Mrs. Lynette Glynn presented the members of the National Junior Honor Society for the 2017-2018 school year to the student body.

SJA SCHOOL FIRST MASS OF THE SCHOOL YEAR


GET READY FOR CHANGE By Mary Katharine Deeley

The last long days of summer are always a paradox. We anticipate the break in the summer heat and look for the crisp, cool air that refreshes us.

Children play outside as though they can’t get enough of summer even as they get new school supplies and look forward to seeing their friends. Everywhere is a sense of change. Something is about to happen, and we won’t be the same.

I wonder whether Peter felt the same way. He and the disciples had seen Jesus heal, cast out demons, and teach the ways of God. But did Peter and the disciples really know what they were getting into or who they were following? Students are often tested at the end of summer vacation to see what they’ve learned and retained. Did the disciples have any sense that this might happen to them? Change is in the air and, ready or not, the lessons of the past are about to be put to the test.

“Who do you say that I am?” Jesus asked. Peter’s answer shows he’s been paying attention. He names Jesus for who he truly is—the Messiah.

Peter gets more than he bargained for. His name is changed, his life is changed, and he finds himself at the head of the class. Maybe he longed for the time he could fish all day, but now he’s headed toward Jerusalem on the path that brings him face to face with the living God.

Vacation is almost over for us now as well, and school will soon begin. What have we learned from our encounters with God this summer?

Are we open, as Peter was, to be really changed by him?

A WORD FROM POPE FRANCIS

Peter knocks at the door. Behold! There is joy, there is fear... “Do we open, do we not?”...Fear paralyzes us, it always paralyzes us; it makes us close in on ourselves, closed to God’s surprises. This detail speaks to us of a constant temptation for the Church, that of closing in on herself in the face of danger. But we also see the small openings through which God can work....Prayer enables grace to open a way out from closure to openness, from fear to courage, from sadness to joy...from division to unity.

—Mass and blessing of sacred pallium for new archbishops, Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul, June 29, 2016

• How willing are you to let the pope, Peter’s successor, confirm your faith today?

• What are you doing to ensure your faith is built on a solid foundation?

Isaiah 22:19–23 “I will thrust you from your office and pull you down from your station.”

Romans 11:33–36 For from him and through him and for him are all things. To him be glory forever. Amen.

Matthew 16:13–20 He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter said in reply, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.”

BRINGING HOME THE WORDAUGUST 27, 2017 | Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY READINGS


CELEBRATING OUR BIG CHURCH By Fr. Thomas Richstatter, OFM

When I think Catholic, I think big. The Catholic Church is a big Church: big numbers (over one billion members) spread all over the globe and big buildings—

But before we get carried away with too much of this external bigness, it might be good to remember that the Church was Catholic already at the first Pentecost, before there were any big cathedrals, parking lots, or a billion members. The Church was Catholic even when the disciples could all gather in one house.

Catholic implies big or universal—not just on the outside but big on the inside. Catholic is a mark of the inner nature of the Church. The Church is Catholic because it is all-embracing. The Catholic Church is the sacrament, the outward sign of a God who is Catholic, a God who is all-embracing and wants to share the one eternal banquet with people of every race, language, and way of life.

The Church is Catholic because, like God, it is not limited to one country or culture. In ancient times it was able to move from its Aramaic/Palestinian origins and adopt the language and culture of Greece to preach God’s message. It then expressed itself in Syriac and spread to India and beyond. It expressed itself in Coptic and spread to Egypt and throughout Africa. It adopted Roman customs and Latin language into its rituals. It employed Greek philosophy to explain its beliefs. It used the Roman legal system to organize its hierarchical structure. The Church is Catholic because it can take whatever is good in disparate cultures and embrace it as its own.

A WORLD OF DISCIPLES The Catholic Church is not limited to one interpretation of what it means to be a disciple. When people, moved by the Holy Spirit, decide to live the gospel in a unique way, they don’t have to start a new Church. The Catholic Church has room for a Benedict of Nursia, a Francis of Assisi, an Angela Merici, to name a few. There are many ways to live the gospel within the Church. That’s what makes it Catholic.

Just think of the diverse groups that may exist within your own parish: Daughters of Isabella, Knights of Columbus, Opus Dei, St. Vincent de Paul Society, for example. It’s a big church. It’s a Catholic Church.

But what happens when our Catholic Church embraces people we don’t like or don’t agree with. (For example, most Catholic would have difficulties with at least one of the organizations listed above.) When this big, all-embracing Catholic Church welcomes people who don’t think like I do, and when I have to worship with people different from me, I sometimes wonder if it would be better to belong to a little Church where everyone is more alike.

Lord, you entrusted the keys of the kingdom of heaven to your people. Help me be your wise and responsible servant. Amen.

From Peaceful Meditations for Every Day in Ordinary Time Rev. Warren J. Savage and Mary Ann McSweeny

WEEKDAY READINGS August 28– September 2Mon. St. Augustine: 1 Thes 1:1–5, 8b–10 / Mt 23:13–22Tue. Passion of St. John the Baptist: 1 Thes 2:1–8 / Mk 6:17–29Wed. Weekday: 1 Thes 2:9–13 / Mt 23:27–32Thu. Weekday: 1 Thes 3:7–13 / Mt 24:42–51Fri. Weekday: 1 Thes 4:1–8 / Mt 25:1–13Sat. Weekday:1 Thes 4:9–11 / Mt 25:14–30

© 2017 Liguori Publications, One Liguori Drive, Liguori, MO 63057. Scripture quotations in this publication are from New American Bible, revised edition, © 2010, 1991, 1986, 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington, DC. Pope Francis quotation is used with permission and copyright © 2017 Libreria Editrice Vaticana. All rights reserved. 1-800-325-9521. Liguori.org.

GROWING, BECOMING Being Catholic isn’t always comfortable. It stretches me to think new, bigger thoughts. Our Church is not the place for narrow minds or one-issue religion. And this has been a problem from day one.

Jesus himself was too Catholic for some of his contemporaries. He dined with the wrong people, cured the wrong people, and made friends with the wrong people. His Catholicity was a scandal because his embrace was so inclusive that he shed his blood for all.

Being Catholic is not only a mark of pride; it is a challenge. Catholic is not only something that the church is. It is something the Church continually strives to become.

Would you like to donate flowers to decorate the altar

on the weekend masses?

If you would like to donate flowers to decorate our altar, please call Patty Delaney, (561)952-2868 or email her at [email protected]

(Flowers can be donated in memory of a loved one, birthdays or for any special occasion.)


MONDAYS – THURSDAYS: 9:00am – 5:00pmFRIDAYS: 9:00am – 12:00 noon

SATURDAYS: CLOSEDSUNDAYS: Open by appointment only.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE SUMMER HOURS

ROSA DAVIDSON, Youth & Adult Faith Formation Director561-952-2870 [email protected]

AILEN PONCE, Administrative Assistant561-952-2872 | [email protected]

PRE-BAPTISMAL PREPARATION SCHEDULE

Classes are given on the 1st Thursday of every month. Please call the main office to register before attending.

Classes are in Conference Room A from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

2017Sept. 7Oct. 5Nov. 2

SUNDAY BIBLE STUDY Study the Gospel of St. John at 9:00am in

Conference Room B. Religious Education Parents are welcomed and encouraged to join the Sunday Bible Study group while their children are in class.

POPE FRANCIS PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST

ARTISTS

If you have a faith-filled heart willing to share your love of God and His Church with the children,

please call the Religious Ed office at (561) 952-2872.

YOUTH & ADULT FAITH FORMATION MINISTRY

Registration Forms for the 2017-2018 Religious Education year are available in the office or on the

Parish Website: www.stjoan.org/ccd

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2017-2018 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION YEAR IS NOW OPEN FOR ALL GRADES, INCLUDING FIRST COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION.

SUNDAYS: 9:15am – 10:30am First Day on September 10, 2017

HOME SCHOOL: One Tuesday a month 5:15pm – 6:30pm First Day on September 19, 2017

WEDNESDAYS: 5:00pm – 6:15pm First Day on September 13, 2017

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER CATECHISTS, ASSISTANTS, AND HALL MONITORS to help on Sundays (9:15am – 10:30am), Wednesdays (5:00pm – 6:15pm) or one Tuesday a month (5:15pm – 6:30pm). Volunteers are also welcome to help with filing, answering phones, and light general office work.

THE CHILDREN’S LITURGY MINISTRY IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS, specifically to facilitate the Children’s Liturgy during the 12:15pm Mass.

All volunteers must attend Virtus training (Protecting God’s Children), pass a fingerprints background check, and sign the diocesan Code of Conduct.

That artists of our time, through their ingenuity, may help everyone discover the beauty of creation.

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER

YOUR CHILDRENCLASSES ARE FILLING UP.

IMPORTANT DATES FOR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

2017 CONFIRMATION FAMILIESSaturday, September 30th, 2017

Confirmation Retreat (8:30 AM – 5:30 PM)

Monday, October 9th, 2017 Confirmation Rehearsal

(6:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Last Names A-L) Confirmation Rehearsal

(7:15 PM – 8:15 PM, Last Names M-Z)

Saturday, October 14th, 2017 Confirmation Mass (10:00 AM and 1:00 PM)


Feast of Our Lady of CharityFiesta de la Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre

Let’s Celebrate! Celebramos!

ALL OF OUR PARISHIONERS AND FRIENDS ARE INVITED TO CELEBRATE! PLEASE JOIN US!

Domingo 10 de Septiembre en la Misa de las 6:30pm

Sunday, September 10 in the Church at 6:30pm

For Questions or More Information Andrea Lewin at 561-952-2852

Help is needed Sundays from 8:30am until 2:00pm and on Occasional other days as needed.

Small income opportunity for retirees or non-working individuals.

Contact Laura Watzek at 561-393-0006 for inquiries.

PART-TIME POSITION NOW AVAILABLE AT THE SJA GIFTSHOP!

STORE HOURSMonday – Wednesday: 7:30am – 4:30pm

Thursday: CLOSEDFriday: 7:30am – 3:30pmSaturday: 9am – 5:30pmSunday: 9am – 1:30pm

S T . J O A N O F A R C C H U R C H & S C H O O L

WishListFolding Chairs for overfl ow Masses and events in the Arena and Palm Court. We need a minimum of 250 chairs.

Folding Chair Cart for easy compact folding chair storage.

Two fl oor candlesticks with emitte candelas.

A new daily Mass of Chalice & Paten.

Summer weight vestments in the 4 liturgical colors

Partial or complete donation can be made.To donate, please contact Wendy Horton at 561-952-2838

If you would like to support Catholic Education, your donation

towards the next school year's tuition costs will help a family

who otherwise would not be able to send their child to our school. Thank you for your generosity

and support of Catholic Education!


PROTECTING GOD'S CHILDREN WORKSHOP(for all volunteers and staff)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 30TH Mercy Center at 5:00pm

in Mercy CenterPLEASE REGISTER ONLINE AT

www.virtusonline.org. Miss Bryant at [email protected]

with any questions.

This session is for adults only, no children or babies are allowed. If you are more than

fi fteen minutes late you may not receive credit for attendance. Registration is mandatory

in order to receive credit!

History of the Church: August 29

September 5,12, 19,26

St. Joan of Arc, Boca Raton Tuesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm

DIOCESAN SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN FORMATIONThe Pastoral Team strongly suggests that parishioners take advantage of these excellent enrichment and educational classes that are providedhere at SJA by the Diocese of Palm Beach School of Christian Formation.

Deacon Bill Watzek teaches some of the courses.

AIM is a Catholic, Spiritual Retreat Weekend for Individuals with Physical Disabilities age 18 and above who require various types physical assistance—held in a loving, joyful, accessible, and accommodative environment.

SPIRITUAL WEEKEND RETREAT

For Individuals with Physical Disabilities

November 10th -12th

For more information contact Margarita Castellon 954-821-6077 | [email protected])

or Paul Paschke 561-392-2476 | [email protected]

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED AND ALSO WELCOME!


Marie Barbagallo, Women’s Retreat Promoter(561) [email protected]

SEPTEMBER 15-17, 2017

Women’sRETREAT

ST. JOAN OF ARC PARISH WOMEN’S RETREAT Theme: By His Wounds you are healed.

Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center, 1300 US Highway One, North Palm Beach, FL 33408.

Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center provides a peaceful and prayerful environment, open to all who come to share the weekend life of the Passionists

priests and brothers. The Spiritual Center strives to be open and hospitable to the needs of all in their quest for truth and in their faith journey.”

You may register on the website at: www.ourladyoffl orida.org

Begins with dinner at 6pm Friday & ends Sunday at 12pm.


STEP 1 Gather your information about your assets, including retirement funds, bank accounts and real property.

STEP 2 Choose the type of bequest you’d like to make.1. Unrestricted bequest. This is a donation to be used for St. Joan of Arc general funds. This donation would be used where it is most needed.2. Restricted bequest. This donation specifies how the money is to be used. (This could be restricted to go into the endowment, a specific ministry, or the building fund.)A bequest can be made in a number of ways:• A specific dollar amount.• Specific assets, such as securities, real estate, or tangible property.• Retirement account assets, consisting of any benefits remaining in your retirement plan.• A residuary bequest, St. Joan of Arc receives all or a percentage of your estate after all other obligations are met.• An existing will or trust can be easily amended to include a gift to St. Joan of Arc without rewriting the entire document. Your attorney can prepare a simple document, called a codicil, which adds a new bequest while reaffirming the terms of your will. Similarly, an attorney can prepare an amendment to a revocable trust to add St. Joan of Arc.

STEP 3 Meet with your estate planning attorney.If you need to create a will or just update your existing document, you’ll want to get advice from your estate planning attorney.

An attorney can advise you as to the best way to structure your will in order to take care of your loved ones first and then your charitable interests while assuring the best tax benefits.

As a charitable, not-for-profit all bequests to St. Joan of Arc are fully deductible for estate tax purposes.

STEP 4 Contact us.We acknowledge and welcome donors into our Arc Angel Society. Members are invited to special member events and receive special mailings. (We also recognize and respect the wishes of anyone that wishes to remain anonymous.)

Please contact Wendy Horton in the Development Office at (561) 952-2838 or [email protected].

TO LEAVE A LEGACY FOR ST. JOAN OF ARC

PRAY FOR THE SICK Adler, Michael,Anasaii, VioletArcau, Georgina Agustynowicz, RitaBabione, HelenBabione Jr., RobertBaker, JimmyBarros, EthelBenicy, AlexanderBitondo, CarmelaBobbitt, JoannBraem, SusanBradley, EarlBrown, CherylBuffone, PeterByers, DouglasCarrera, Abelardo Cepeda, RafaelClark, JoannaClark, ShenitaCluster, MichaelCostello, JerryCullen, Debra Ann EnckCunningham, BeverlyCussen, MyrnaCwal, PaulDarbyshire, BrendaDe Chard, Christinede Varona, Jorge Dlugos, DonaldDoyle, ArthalieDuBois, RaymondDunn, MorganDurand, Raul SalazarFarrell, AmandaFisher, GracesGeraci, Frank

Gildharry, NellyGesner, CarmelaGiguere, GeraldGonsalves, PatGould, JenniferGould-Peck, PatricaGrasso, VincentGuastella, Fr. LukeHarris, CameronHernandez, AlidaHill, Ceri Hollerbach, NancyIemolo, AngelicaJames, CalJannotta, CarolKan, JoeKearney, MatthewKoss, JeffKurtz, MatthewLa Rocca, SalLabbad, KiraLargia, EldaLaudato, FrancesLayer, RobertLiu, WendyLoesch, DoloresLopez, CarlosLucido, MatthewLuczyszyn, MichaelMancini, TeresaManoogian, GabrielMargolis, RobertMartinez, EridaniaAltagraciaMarullo, PhyllisMcPhillips, Daminica Mealo, Patsy

Miret, EmilioMitchell, MariaMochler, MarieMonte-Blaschitz, MichelleMorgan, ToddMorris, FredMorrow, MarjorieMurphy, Sr. ImmaculataNebel, Lee AnnNicole, LaurenNiro, MichaelPeloso, MargaretPerkowski, FranPetho, EllenPicinich, AntonioPomales, Ray HernandezPower, Theresia Redziniak, LouiseRobert, BarbaraSaffran, DorothySalcedo, Maria Sbardello, Louis DollySegler, CharlySeller, PeterSheltry, PaulSpera, DanSt. Germaine, Robert A.Stone, FranThomas, Colleen SiebenahlerTingwald, SandyTobin, Son HwaTobin, WarrenTolly, MorrisValleti, FranValdez, PilarVetto, RobertZatarga, Pat

“HARVESTING OUR TEARS” “COSECHANDO NUESTRAS LAGRIMAS” An 8 week structured grief support program designed to guide people during their process of mourning the loss of a loved one (parent, child, sibling, spouse, friend...). Call to Register.

BeganMonday, August 21

through Monday, October 9,

6:30-8:300pm.

Bereavement Ministry

Please call 561-392-0007 for registration.

OVERSEAS IN THE US ARMED FORCES:Staff. Sgt. Douglas, PVT 1st Class Brendan Nestor, Sgt. Maj. John Hermeling, Capt. Christopher Allen & PFC Lee E. Palmer, David Schuler, Lance Corp., Lt. Ryan Appleman & his wife, Lt. Christine Appleman


Misa en español todos los Domingos a las 6:30pm. Confesiones todos los Sábados a las 5:50pm en la capilla.

ACTIVIDADES EN ESPAÑOL CALENDARIO

S ABADO 26 DE AGOSTO de 10:00 am a 12 pm en la Iglesia . Entrenamiento para Sacristan y Ministros de la Eucaristia dictado pr Deacon Bill. MIÉRCOLES Taller de Oración (Duración de 15 semanas) Taller de Oración, Padre Larrañaga de 7pm a 9pm en la Casa Kilby MIÉRCOLES 30 DE AGOSTO en la Casa Kilby a las 8 am El Circulo Hispano de Consejo de Mujeres Católicas, Santa Ana inicia sus reuniones 2017-2018 el Miércoles 30 de AgostoSÁBADO 9 DE SEPTIEMBRE a las 12 del mediodía en la Iglesia. BAUTIZOS en español son los segundos Sábados de cada mes.MARTES 15 DE SEPTIEMBRE en la Casa Kilby a las 7pm . Clases Pre Bautismales los terceros martes de cada mes.V IERNES 22 DE SEPTIEMBRE en el Arena de 6:30 pm a 8 pm EDGE KICK OFF invitamos a los estudiantes de Santa Juana de Arco del colegio y catequesis de 6to, 7to y 8vo grado a compartir en la fiesta de apertura del ano 2017. Trae a tus amigos!DOMINGO 24 DE SEPTIEMBRE después de la Misa de la Familia de 10:45am Fiesta e Bienvenida "Ice Cream Party" y oportunidad para conocer nuestros ministerios y grupos. Y Con la oportunidad para ser voluntario y seguir creciendo espiritualmente a través del SERVICIO al Señor en nuestra parroquia.S ABADO 7 DE OCTUBRE de 10:00 am a 12 pm en la Iglesia . Padre Martin Dunne y Rosis Suarez. haran un CURSO PARA ALTAR SERVERS. Los interesados contactar a Rosis Suarez.Los FUNERALES en español son los Sábados a las 9 am y a las 11 am. Para coordinarlos comunicarse con la oficina parroquial.PRÓXIMAMENTE ENTRENAMIENTO de Ujieres y Altar Servers en Octubre. Para mas detalles comunicarse con Andrea Lewin y Rosis Suarez.

ANDREA LEWIN Directora del Ministerio Hispano y de Actividades de la Parroquia561-952-2852 | [email protected]

Padre Oscar Alonso, Sch.P. Padre José CrucetPadre Alfredo Hernández

Proclamar la palabra de Dios es un derecho y deber de todo su pueblo, gracias al haber experimentado y experimentar la salvacion de Dios. Esa experiencia nos ha convertido en un pueblo que comparte valores e ideales ente sus miembros y que expresa como fe, esperanza y Caridad. La iglesia se funda sobre la palabra de Dios, que nace y vive de ella. La palabra de Dios es el fundamento de la iglesia engendra y da vida a la iglesia. La finalidad ultima de la palabra es sostener la vida humana, hacerla vigorosa, floreciente y productiva. Hay que seguir plocamando la grandeza del señor, alabemos todos juntos su poder. Hay que crecer en la palabra, a Dios se le escucha privilegiadamente en la oracion en el trato continou y constante, alli recibimos sus palabras y con ellas aprendemos a hablar y vivir por el y para el. La palabra de Dios en la liturgia de la iglesia tiene lugar ese dialogo entre Dios y su pueblo en la que la palabra tiene su lugar mas propio. La palabra de Dios y todas sus acciones son leales. Esta comunidad de Santa Juana de Arco delega a algunos de sus miembros para que proclamen la palabra en las asambleas liturgicas, especialmente en las dominicales. Yo felicito a todos nuestros miembros de Lectores y Proclamadores por dar el si a esta gracia de Dios, y les animo a que sigan preparandoce espiritualmente, biblicamente y tecnicamente para cumplir eficazmente el encargo de Dios. Por eso te digo a ti que estan leyendo este mensaje, si te sientes con alegria y ganas de proclamar la palabra del Señor tu Dios, ven, sigamos al Señor, se parte de este ministerio guiados por la palabra que el mismo Dios nos regala en todas las escrituras. Acudamos con gusto a la mesa del pan y de la palabra, en este banquete que el Señor nos ha preparado con esmero. Dejemos que la palabra nos transforme para transformar nuestra realidad a la medida de la palabra.

Que Dios los bendiga Siempre.

Rosis Suarez-Elias

Primera Clase Biblia Padre Alonso

Helio y Merfi Madrigal celebrando sus aniversario de 56 años de matrimonio.

GRUPO ORACIÓN


En psicología se estudia lo que se llama el Sindrome de la omnipotencia; consiste en que en general los niños se sienten todopoderosos, tratan de ganar todos los juegos y de imponer a todos su voluntad. Ya de adultos, quizás en menor escala tendemos siempre a imponer nuestra voluntad.

Aunque en el Padrenuestro decimos "Hágase tu voluntad", en nuestro subconsciente deseamos que las cosas sucedan como nosotros pensamos que deben suceder y no como Dios permite que ocurran. Increible, queremos que Dios haga nuestra voluntad!!

Pablo en la segunda lectura de este Domingo exclama:"Que impenetrables son tus designios e incomprensibles son tus caminos". Esto significa que nosotros no podemos entender los planes de Dios; Dios tiene planes, nosotros "plancitos". Alguien dijo: "si quieres ver sonreir a Dios, cuéntale tus planes.

Todos podemos recordar veces en que hemos trabajado diligentemente para sacar un proyecto adelante y al final todo se vino abajo.

En Romanos 8:28 leemos:" todo trabaja para el bien de los que ama el Señor". Quiere esto decir que Dios conoce perfectamente nuestro pasado, presente y futuro; El tiene una visión panorámica de nuestra vida y como nos ama con amor infinito, solo permite lo que nos conviene.

Si las cosas no suceden como esperamos, es porque no nos conviene. Pidamos al Espíritu Santo que nos ilumine y cambiemos el plan. Dios nos ama y siempre quiere lo mejor para nosotros.

Feliz Domingo Diácono Edgar Cáceres.

Invitamos a todos los NIÑOS QUE HAYAN hecho su Primera Comunión a ser parte de nuestro GRUPO DE MONAGUILLOS (Altar Servers)Los interesados contactar a Andrea Lewin al teléfono 561-952-2852.

Invitamos a participar en nuestro GRUPO DE UJIERES para dar la bienvenida a nuestra comunidad asistente a la Santa Misa y ayudar con la colecta de la ofrenda (Ushers). Y si ya formas parte de este prestigioso grupo de voluntarios te invitamos a considerar ser su LÍDER.

Si te interesa participar en nuestros bautizos mensuales estaremos haciendo un entrenamiento para asistir al Padre Oscar Alonso.

Si te gustan los niños te necesitamos para ensenar a nuestros "Pequeños Discípulos" en la Capilla la palabra del Señor, mientras sus padres participan de la Santa Misa. Los interesados contactar a Andrea Lewin al teléfono 561 952-2852

Para alabar al Señor te esperamos para participar en nuestro Coro. Los interesados contactar a Andrea Lewin al teléfono 561-952-2852

BUSCAMOS VOLUNTARIOS PARA

ACTIVIDADES EN ESPAÑOL

27 DE AGOSTO Rosis Suarez Anibal Lozada

MINISTROS DE LA PALABRA

SANGRE DE CRISTO Sol Garnica - A Georgina Gracia - B Oscar Rodriguez - C Lucy Jurzec - D

CUERPO DE CRISTO Maria Angeles Angulo - 1 Nelcy Sua - 2 Jeannette Cordova - 3

MINISTROS EXTRAORDINARIOS DE LA EUCARISTÍA

Ministerio Extraordinario de la Eucaristia y Grupo de Oración : Fernando Cordova 561-573-0194. Proclamadores de la Palabra Monaguillos para la santa Misa: Rosis Suarez. 561-665-1725.

Si estás interesado en ser voluntario y en ser parte del grupo de Ujieres contactar a Andrea Lewin 561-952-2852.

Domingo 10 de Septiembre en la Misa de las 6:30pm celebramos la Fiesta de la

Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre Anótalo en tu calendario!

Necesitamos tu ayuda para preparar la fiesta y Llama a Andrea Lewin para anotarte.

561-952-2852

GRUPO DE ORACIÓN todos los Jueves a las 7pm en la

Casa Kilby.

Rosario por la vocacion es sacerdotales todos los

Miercoles a las 7pm en la Capilla.

C lases de la Biblia con el Padre Oscar Alonso todos los Martes en la Casa Kilby a las 7pm

Rosario por la vocaciones sacerdotales todos los Miercoles a las 7 pm en la Capilla.

Grupo de Oración todos los Jueves a las 7 pm en la Casa Kilby.

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