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Nativity Catholic Church March 18, 2018

Weekend Masses Saturday Vigil Masses 4:00pm (ASL Interpreted) 4:00pm Español (Capilla) Sunday Masses 7:00, 8:30, 10:30am 10:30am Family Mass (Chapel) 12:30pm Español 6:00pm LifeTeen

Daily Masses 7:00am (Monday through Friday) 8:00am (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat) 8:15am (Wednesday) 7:00pm (Español—Martes y Viernes) Morning Prayer 7:45am (Monday through Saturday) Confession Schedule Saturday in Church: 3:00 to 4:00pm 5:00 to 5:30pm Adoration Friday in Chapel: 8:45am to 6:45pm

705 E. Brandon Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511

Pastor: Rev. John Tapp Pastor Emeritus: Rev. Msgr James C. Lara Parochial Vicar: Rev. Felipe Gonzalez Rev. Belisario Riveros Deacons: Rev. Dr. Mark Taylor Rev. Mr. Robert Harris Rev. Mr. Elix Castro Church Office: 813.681.4608 School: 813.689.3395 Faith Formation: 813.689.9101 Youth Ministry: 813.689.4147 Pastoral Care: 813.413.8351 Food Pantry: 813.694.0541

Mass Schedule

“Joyfully and faithfully evangelizing for Christ!”

Nativity Catholic Church 2 March 18, 2018

Unless a Grain of Wheat Falls to the Earth and Dies…Today’s Scriptures remind us…the time is growing shorter. There is a tension, an ominous feeling in the air. On this Fifth Sunday of Lent, we hear Jesus speaking openly and honestly. He is approaching the hour of his death. He knows it is coming. He describes it in terms of a seed which must die in the ground before it can sprout and grow into a plant that will bear much fruit. He even speaks about how this whole event “troubles” him.

But through it all, Jesus remains steadfast. His purpose and his faith are strong. Perfect, in fact. Jesus models for us how we should act in the most challenging of circumstances. Furthermore, Jesus gives us what we need to always remain faithful. He graces us so that we can give of ourselves for the sake of others, even when that self-sacrifice is costly.

Jesus never said our life will be perfect. But he said we will discover everlasting life – perfection, actually - if we remain faithful as he was faithful.

By continuing to engage in prayer, fasting, and almsgiving for the remainder of this Lenten Season and beyond, our faith is sustained and even strengthened. It is in those moments of self-sacrifice, of dying to self, that we discover the abundant life that Christ promises.

Final Opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation –There are just two more opportunities to participate in a communal Penance Service during the Season of Lent. The first will be held at Resurrection Church in Riverview on March 20th starting at 7 pm. The other will be at St. Anne Church in Ruskin on March 21st at 7 pm.

Confessions will also be held at the regular times here at Nativity on Saturday, March 24th. Confessions will NOT be held on Saturday, March 31st – which is Holy Saturday.

- Fr. Tapp

Church Office Hours — Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-4:00pm | Friday: 8:30am-12:00pm | Phone: 813.681.4608

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Readings for the Week of March 18, 2018 Sunday—Fifth Sunday of Lent

Jer 31:31-34; Ps 51:3-4, 12-13, 14-15; Heb 5:7-9;

Jn 12:20-33

Monday —Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary

2 Sm 7:4-5a, 12-14a, 16; Ps 89:2-3, 4-5, 27

and 29; Rom 4:13, 16-18, 22; Mt 1:16, 18-21,

24a or Lk 2:41-51a

Tuesday—Nm 21:4-9; Ps 102:2-3, 16-18, 19-21; Jn 8:21-30

Wednesday—Dn 3:14-20, 91-92, 95; Dn 3:52, 53, 54, 55, 56; Jn 8:31-42

Thursday —Gn 17:3-9; Ps 105:4-5, 6-7, 8-9; Jn 8:51-59

Friday—Jer 20:10-13; Ps 18:2-3a, 3bc-4, 5-6, 7;

Jn 10:31-42

Saturday—Ez 37:21-28; Jer 31:10, 11-12abcd, 13;

Jn 11:45-56

Sunday—Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

Mk 11:1-10; Is 50:4-7; Ps 22: 8-9,17-18, 19-20,

23-24; Phil 2:6-11; Mk 14:1—15:47

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Featured Announcements & Events Weekly Reflection for March 18, 2018

Fifth Sunday of Lent (courtesy of catholicsteward.com)

Easter Sunday is but two weeks away (April 1). In our First Reading from the prophet Jeremiah, we hear God tell us, “I will forgive their evildoing and remember their sin no more.” To affirm that forgiveness, St. Paul has this to say in the Second Reading: “He (Jesus) became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him.” There is a connection between these two statements which present forgiveness as the way to salvation.

The Lenten season is one of penance, reflection, prayer, almsgiving, and fasting, perhaps even in that order, so we can better prepare ourselves for Easter Sunday and beyond. Lent reminds us that God is gracious and merciful. God’s divine mercy is a central theme of Lent.

One might say that the priceless gift of God’s mercy is highlighted and celebrated in the Church in the Sacrament of Reconciliation (confession). That should be a key part of our Lenten journey. As mentioned only two weeks remain on that journey so getting to reconciliation is important if we have not done so already. Sacramental confession allows God’s loving mercy and His grace-filled absolution to be confirmed to us through a priest. God sees us with love, mercy, and an abundance of forgiveness. Christ, through the priest, helps us to let go of anything that gets in the way of our relationship to God. St. Isidore wrote, “Confession heals, confession justifies, confession grants pardon of sin. All hope consists in confession. In confession there is a chance for mercy.”


Fish Fry & Bilingual Stations of the Cross Friday, March 23| 4:30-7:00 PM | Social Hall

Come out and enjoy the Nativity Men’s Club Award-winning Fish Fry! Proceeds benefit the Men's Club and the ministries supported by the Men’s Club. After you enjoy your Friday Fish Fry, make plans to join us in the Church as we pray the Stations of the Cross beginning at 6pm. This is a meditative way for you to enter more deeply into the Season of Lent by reflecting with Mary.

This year we were delighted to have Bishop Robert Lynch for

our Lenten Parish Mission. On the evenings of March

5-7, Bishop Lynch spoke to us, prayed with us, and helped us

to shape our image of the merciful face of God. With the

inspiration of the Holy Father, Pope Francis’s document

Evangelii Gaudium, Bishop Lynch encouraged us to see

Christ and the Church as manifestations of the merciful face

of God, while concluding by encouraging US to be the

merciful face of God to all whom we encounter.

Featured Photos of the Week: Lenten Parish Mission

Got Photos? Have you recently held a meeting or event at Nativity? If so, we want to see your pictures! Please submit them (limit 8 pictures) via email to [email protected]. Please include a brief description of the event and photo captions. Then, watch for your photos in an

upcoming bulletin. This is a great way to promote your group or event!

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Diocese of St. Petersburg!

Sunday, May 6, 2018 at 3:00PM - Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary

Bishop Gregory Parkes will lead Holy Hour at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle in St. Petersburg to

consecrate the Diocese of St. Petersburg to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 11:00AM - Anniversary Mass

Bishop Gregory Parkes will celebrate Mass at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle in St. Petersburg to

commemorate the establishment of the Diocese. (This is a ticketed event.)

Saturday, October 27, 2018 from 10:00AM - 6:00PM - Family Faith Fest

Join Bishop Gregory Parkes for a free faith-and-music festival at beautiful Al Lopez Park in Tampa.

Festival will include fun, food, music, exhibits, and an outdoor Mass.

Our Lady of Good Counsel Camp

Looking for Summer Camp for your kids? Our Lady of Good Counsel Camp is the youth camp of the Diocese of St. Petersburg. We are

located about 60 miles north of Tampa on the shore of Lake Tsala Apopka. We are a co-ed camp and accept campers from 7-15 years

of age.

For More Information, and to Register your child visit: goodcounselcamp.org/

Dates: Session 1: June 10-22 Session 2: June 24-30

Session 3: July 1-13

Session 4: July 15-27

• Daily Mass

• Canoeing

• Archery

• Swimming

• Ropes Course

• Camp Fires

• Handicraft

• Sports

• Overnight Camping

Camp Activities:


St. Joseph Altar March 17 and 18 | Social Hall C

Sponsored by the Nativity Women’s Guild

Tradition holds that the St. Joseph Altar serves as a reminder to those who have enjoyed some measure of good fortune to share it with those who have less. Parishioners and visitors are welcome to be a part of this Feast day by making a donation

of food (e.g., fresh cookies, cakes, bread, fruit, vegetables, etc.) to be placed on the altar. At the end of the day, all food collected will by given to those in need within our Parish community.

We look forward to sharing St. Joseph’s feast day with you.

Interested in Improving your Prayer Life? Thursdays | 9:30 - 11:30 AM | Adult Ed Bldg

We are hosting a a 7-week study devoted to improving your prayer life entitled Oremus (Latin for “Let us Pray”). It will be facilitated by Deacon Bob Harris. You can sign up by contacting Loretta Stoughton at [email protected] or 407.430.9261. There is a cost of $15 for the study guide. Call the Faith Formation office at 813.689.9101 for more information.

Grow in Faith

Divine Mercy Novena

Bilingual Novena in the Chapel

Good Friday (March 30): 2:30 PM

March 31-April 8: 3:00 PM

Celebration of Divine Mercy Sunday

Sunday, April 8 | 3:00 PM

Chapel

Eucharistic Adoration

Marian Consecration

In honor of the 50th Jubilee of the diocese of St. Petersburg, Bishop Parkes has invited us to enter into a process of Consecration to the Blessed Mother. In order to prepare for this May 6th event, Nativity has the following opportunity for you to participate in this Consecration, or renew your previous Consecration:

*Stop by the table in the Social Hall after Masses this weekend to register and pick up your resource book

*Put the following dates on your calendar to attend preparation sessions here in the Parish:

April 9, 16, 23, 30 | 9-11 AM or 7-9 PM | St. Francis Room (Social Hall D)

*Child Care will be offered for the morning sessions, in the Nursery located in the Social Hall.

*This is a FREE offering to you, our parishioners. Donation to cover the book is welcome.

*The preparation video is also offered for your use at home, through FORMED. Click on the link to “33 Days to Morning Glory”. If you miss a video segment here at the parish, you can access the content 24/7 through your home computer.

Questions? Call the Faith Formation Office 813.689.9101.


St. Vincent de Paul In the Gospel today, Jesus says “Whoever serves

me must follow me, and where I am, there also

will my servant be. The Father will honor

whoever serves me.” When we help the poor we

are truly followers of Jesus, servant of the poor.

As you place your gift in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul poor box, know that you are a sign of God’s love to those who are suffering and you give them Easter hope and joy.

Contact SVDP at 813.376.8901.

Give Back

PB&J Easter Goodie Bags We will be assembling our “Easter Goodie Bags,” Easter baskets for homeless children and children in need, and preparing PB&J sandwiches on Wednesday, March 28th. The PB&J Ministry is in need of: • socks (men, women, & children); • small pop-top canned meats, fruit, and pudding; • breakfast bars; • water; • toothbrushes; • and hotel-sized toothpaste and toiletries. We will also need items such as: • Easter baskets, • plastic eggs, • grass, • little stuffed animals, • and candy. Donations can be dropped off at the Church office labeled

‘PB&J Ministry’.

If you have any questions, please call Luann at 813.659.0181. Thank you for your continued support and generosity to the

homeless and hungry throughout Hillsborough County.

Used School Uniform Sale Saturday, March 24 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am | Social Hall

Save the date! Purchase uniforms for the school year at greatly reduced prices! Cash, checks and Credit/Debit cards accepted. If you have uniforms for donation or consignment, drop them off in the school office.

For more info and drop offs, contact Karen Olsen (813.494.2897 or [email protected]) or Elaine England

(813.659.0871 or [email protected]).

March Monthly Food Drive The Nativity Outreach truck will be on campus for your convenience this weekend for your donations. Please consider donating for the many families of our Food Pantry. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated.

Thank you for your generosity and continued support of Nativity Outreach.

Calling All Nurses! Faith Community Nursing Ministry is recognized by the American Nurses Association and sponsored at Nativity by BayCare. This ministry serves to educate our Parishioners about important health issues and enhance the quality of life their lives.

Contact David Meeks at [email protected]

or call the Pastoral Care Office for more information on how you can get involved!

Are you an Attorney that would like to share

your Time, Talent, and Faith with others here at

the Parish?

Nativity Legal Consultation Ministry needs YOU!

2 to 3 hours every 4 to 6 weeks helping your fellow parishioners is all it takes!

To find out more, contact Bonnie at the

Pastoral Care Office at 813.413.8351

Drivers are Needed for our Bus Ministry to help get our home bound Parishioners on weekends to

Saturday, 4:00 pm Mass and to Sunday, 10:30 am Mass

and for our Transportation Ministry to take homebound Parishioners to Doctor and Beauty Shop

Appointments and the Grocery Store

Requirements for volunteer drivers:

• a filled-out Volunteer Application Form

• Safe Environment Training for working with Vulnerable Adults (on line)

• Fingerprints and Background Check, and a DMV report check.

Interested in volunteering?

Please contact the Pastoral Care Office 813.413.8351.


Prayer List Are you or a loved one suffering from illness? Let your Nativity family pray for you. Call the Church Office at 813.681.4608, and

we will add your prayer request to our list. “For where two or three have gathered together in My name, I am there

in their midst." -Matthew 18:20

Pray for One Another Pray for the sick, suffering, and shut-ins to welcome the strength of God’s love, especially: Robert Ellison, Alexsa Dietrich, Henry McKeithan, Enrique Calvet, Cindy Kutcher, June Gootee, Robert Lande, Bobby Dass, Karen Tejada, Margarita Hernandez, Jade Windsor, Isaac Windsor, Ray Mendoza, Kristine DeVera, Christopher DeVera, Ramon Mendoza, Gail Rizzo, Nell Blaylock, Margarita Hernandez, Helene Watson, Reuben Watson, Nely Cardona, Sharyn Nelson, Joe LaPerna, Jeanne A. Woodke, Christopher C. Woodke, Thomas Smaldone, Joseph Smaldone, Dora Zeno, Christina Chica, Terry Cliburn, Esperanza Cevallos, Teresa Fraser, Clara Rosa, Sol Maria, Daniel Tirado Jr., Jorge Tejada, George Miecyjak, Kathleen Walczak, Ismael Rodriguez, Barbara Cowne, Priscilla Gonzalez, Nancy Balogh, Tom Schultz, Arlene Schultz, Jack Lamb In your hands O Lord, we commend the souls of our recently departed. May their souls and the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Patrick Reeve, Ferdinand Corda, Ramon Mendoza

For all events and updates, please check the website calendar.

Room Key SH(ABC&D) - Social Hall | AE - Adult Education Building

MPR - Multi-Purpose Room | Media - Media Center YC - Youth Center | LL - Life Lounge | PC - Pastoral Care

OR - Oakwood Room | SJH - Sr. Jackie House Meeting Room FFC - Faith Formation Center| CONF - Conference Room

The Week Ahead: Mass Intentions | March 19 – March 25

Monday March 19 7:00 a.m. Domenick & Mary D’Amico 8:00 a.m. Jerry Porter Tuesday March 20 7:00 a.m. Evan Weber 8:00 a.m. Tommy Gergely 7:00 p.m. In Thanksgiving to Divino Niño Wednesday March 21 7:00 a.m. Lindsay McWilliams 8:15 a.m. Ethan Patrick Price Thursday March 22 7:00 a.m. Ramon Mendoza 8:00 a.m. Maria Auders Friday March 23 7:00 a.m. Claire McWilliams 8:00 a.m. Freddie Figueroa 7:00 p.m. Nely Cardona Saturday March 24 8:00 a.m. Lolita, Khiemi, Chris DeVera 4:00 p.m. Farris Thomas IV 4:00 p.m. Jenara Thillet Sunday March 25 (Palm Sunday) 6:30 a.m. Nativity Parish Family 8:30 a.m. Nativity Parish Family 10:30 a.m. Nativity Parish Family 10:30 a.m. Nativity Parish Family (Chapel) 12:30 p.m. Nativity Parish Family 6:00 p.m. Nativity Parish Family


LIFE TEEN — High School Youth Ministry (Grades 9 - 12) Sundays | Mass | 6:00 - 7:00 PM | Church — Dinner and Program | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Youth Center

Wednesdays | Open Format & Bible Reflection | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Youth Center

VIDA JOVEN — Hispanic Youth Ministry—High School (Grades 9-12) and Middle School (Grades 6-8) Fridays | 7:00 PM - 9:15 PM | Chapel and Youth Center

All Middle School and High School members of our Hispanic community here at Nativity and their friends are invited! Program includes mass in Spanish, dinner, faith-filled talks, and fun activities!

For more information, contact Marvin Hoffman at [email protected].

LIFE FORCE — Middle School Youth Ministry (Grades 6 - 8) Tuesdays | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Youth Center

Life Force is a place for the middle school students in our parish to have fun with their friends and learn about their faith in an engaging, interactive way every Tuesday from 6 PM to 8 PM in the Youth Center. The gym is open for sports while the Youth Center features games and music, and the Agape Café is open for snack and drink purchases.

Upcoming Events

Mar. 20—Rest: Death & Grief Mar. 24—Double Feature Movie Night,

6-10 PM, FREE Mar. 27—CLOSED for Holy Week

Apr. 3 — Open Shack

Youth Ministry Office Phone: 813.689.4147 | Web: www.nativitycatholicchurch.org/youth

Upcoming Events

Mar 23—Holy Week Preparation Mar 30—Good Friday — Vida Joven Closed

Apr 6 — Christ Established His Church Apr 13—Free Night– Gym Game Time

Apr 20 — Four Marks of the Church—One

This Sunday!

We will be wrapping up our in-depth

series on the Stations of the Cross

as we prepare our hearts for Easter.

Youth Ministry

Next Sunday!

All high school teens are encouraged to attend this special reflection on the Stations of the

Cross."


Nativity Catholic School Mission Statement

“Nativity Catholic School recognizes each student as a unique child of God, and provides a learning environment that develops each student’s spiritual, intellectual, social, physical and emotional gifts.”

NCS Cougar News

“Be strong and courageous.

Do not be afraid; do not be

discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” ~ Joshua 1:9

Now accepting 2018-2019

Applications!

Are you interested in visiting our beautiful

campus and classrooms?

Please contact our Director of Admissions at

813-689-3395 to schedule a tour!

School Office Hours

7:30 - 3:30 p.m.

6th Grade Attends

FOCUS 11

Nativity 6th graders

traveled to St. Lawrence to

attend FOCUS 11 where

they had a chance to learn

more about religious

vocations.

Most importantly, students

were asked to reflect on the

importance of allowing God

to direct them in life to

whatever His calling might

be for them, and to listen to

that calling in prayer.


Envió de Artículos Para Boletín La fecha límite para la presentación será el mediodía el segundo

martes anterior a la publicación (es decir, con 12 días de anticipación). Por favor, recuerde enviar todos los artículos del

boletín y cualquier actualización (o correcciones) a la información de su ministerio a: [email protected].

Horario de Oficina de la Iglesia - Lunes-Jueves: 8:30am-4:00pm | Viernes: 8:30am-12:00pm | Teléfono: 813.681.4608

Del Escritorio del Párroco Si el Grano de Trigo Cae en la Tierra y Muere – Las Escrituras hoy nos recuerdan que el tiempo se está acortando. Hay tensión, un sentido siniestro en el aire. En este Quinto Domingo de Cuaresma oímos a Jesús hablando abierta y honestamente. A Él se le está acercando la hora de Su muerte. Él sabe que está por llegar. Él la describe en términos de una semilla que tiene que morir en la tierra antes de que pueda germinar y crecer en una mata que dará fruto. Aún comenta de cómo este evento lo “inquieta.”

Pero, a través de todo, Jesús permanece firme. Su propósito y Su fe son fuertes. De hecho, perfectos. Jesús nos sirve de modelo de cómo debemos actuar en las circunstancias más desafiantes. Además, Jesús nos da lo que necesitamos para mantenernos siempre fieles. Él nos da la gracia para que nosotros podamos dar de nosotros mismos a otros, aun cuando ese sacrificio sea costoso.

Jesús nunca dijo que nuestras vidas serian perfectas. Pero Él dijo que descubriremos la vida eterna – la perfección – si nos mantenemos fieles como Él fue fiel.

Al seguir orando, ayunando y dando limosnas por el resto de esta temporada de la Cuaresma y de ahí en adelante, nuestra fe será sostenida e incluso fortalecida. En estos momentos de autosacrificio, de morir en uno mismo, es como descubrimos la vida abundante que Cristo nos promete.

Ultimas Oportunidades para el Sacramento de Reconciliación – Solo quedan dos oportunidades de participar en un Servicio Penitencial Comunitario durante el tiempo de la Cuaresma: - Resurrection Church en Riverview el 20 de marzo a las 7:00 pm - St. Anne Church en Ruskin el 21 de marzo a las 7:00 pm

Tendremos Confesiones en Nativity el sábado, 24 de marzo, en el horario normal. NO habrá Confesiones el sábado, 31 de marzo, porque es Sábado Santo.

- Padre Tapp, Párroco

Lecturas por la Semana del 18 de Marzo 2018 Domingo Quinto Domingo de Cuaresma

Jer 31, 31-34; Sal 50, 3-4. 12-13. 14-15;

Heb 5, 7-9; Jn 12, 20-33

Lunes San José, Esposo de la Santísima Virgen María

2 Sm 7, 4-5. 12-14. 16; Sal 88, 2-3. 4-5. 27

y 29; Rom 4, 13. 16-18. 22; Mt 1, 16. 18-21.

24 o Lc 2, 41-51

Martes Nm 21, 4-9; Sal 101, 2-3. 16-18. 19-21; Jn 8, 21-30

Miércoles Dn 3, 14-20. 49-50. 91-92. 95; Dn 3, 52. 53. 54.

55. 56; Jn 8, 31-42

Jueves Gn 17, 3-9; Sal 104, 4-5. 6-7. 8-9; Jn 8, 51-59

Viernes Jer 20, 10-13; Sal 17, 2-3a. 3bc-4. 5-6. 7; Jn 10, 31-42

Sábado Ez 37, 21-28; Jer 31, 10. 11-12ab. 13; Jn 11, 45-56

Domingo Domingo de Ramos de la Pasión del Señor

Mc 11, 1-10 o Jn 12, 12-16; Is 50, 4-7; Sal 21, 8-9.

17-18a. 19-20. 23-24; Flp 2, 6-11; Mc 14, 1—15, 47


Los artículos en Español Reflexión Semanal para el 18 de marzo de 2018

Quinto Domingo de Cuaresma (cortesía de catholicsteward.com)

El domingo de Pascua está a dos semanas de distancia (1ro de abril). En nuestra Primera Lectura del Profeta Jeremías, escuchamos a Dios decirnos: "Perdonaré su maldad y no me acordaré más de su pecado". Para afirmar ese perdón, San Pablo tiene esto que decir en la Segunda Lectura: "Él (Jesús) se convirtió en la fuente de la salvación eterna para todos los que le obedecen ". Existe una conexión entre estas dos afirmaciones que presentan el perdón como el camino a la salvación.

El tiempo de Cuaresma es de penitencia, reflexión, oración, limosna y ayuno, tal vez incluso en ese orden, para que podamos prepararnos mejor para el Domingo de Pascua y más allá. La Cuaresma nos recuerda que Dios es benévolo y misericordioso. La misericordia divina de Dios es un tema central de la Cuaresma. Se podría decir que el don inestimable de la misericordia de Dios se destaca y se celebra en la Iglesia en el Sacramento de la Reconciliación (confesión). Eso debería ser una parte clave de nuestro viaje Cuaresmal. Como se mencionó, solo quedan dos semanas en ese viaje, por lo que llegar a la reconciliación es importante si aún no lo hemos hecho.

La confesión sacramental permite que la misericordia amorosa de Dios y su absolución llena de gracia se confirmen a través de un sacerdote. Dios nos ve con amor, misericordia y una abundancia de perdón. Cristo, a través del sacerdote, nos ayuda a dejar ir todo lo que se interponga en nuestra relación con Dios. San Isidro escribió: "La confesión sana, la confesión justifica, la confesión concede el perdón del pecado". Toda esperanza consiste en la confesión. En la confesión hay una posibilidad de piedad ".

Altar de San José 17 y 18 de marzo | Salón Social C

Patrocinado por Nativity Women’s Guild

La tradición sostiene que el Altar de San José sirve como un recordatorio para aquellos que han disfrutado de la buena fortuna de compartirlo con aquellos que tienen menos. Los parroquianos y visitantes son

bienvenidos a ser parte de este día de fiesta haciendo una donación de alimentos (por ejemplo, galletas, pasteles, pan, frutas, verduras frescas) que se pueden colocar en el altar. Al final del día, toda la comida recolectada será entregada a aquellos que la necesiten dentro de nuestra comunidad parroquial.

Esperamos compartir con usted la fiesta de San José.

Unidad alimentaria mensual de Marzo El camión de la Natividad será en el campus el 17 y 18 de Marzo para su conveniencia. Por favor considere donar para las muchas familias de nuestra despensa de comida. Cualquiera y todas las donaciones son muy apreciadas. Gracias por su generosidad y apoyo constante de la Despensa y

el Banco de Alimentos.

Haga clic en los siguientes enlaces para obtener más información:

http://suncoastcatholicministries.com/1a-conferencia-anual-para-hombres

Reunión de HOPE Lunes, 19 de marzo de 2018 Hora de Anotarse: 6:30 p.m.

Agenda: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Iglesia Católica Corpus Christi

9715 N. 56th St., Temple Terrace, FL 33617

¿Sabía usted? Cerca de 10,000 niños en Florida fueron arrestados

innecesariamente el año pasado por ofensas menores. ¿Sabía usted?

Más de 100,000 familias en el Condado de Hillsborough gastan más de 1/2 de sus ingresos en vivienda.

¿Sabía usted? Más de 3,000 adultos mayores están en lista de espera para

recibir servicios básicos que les permitan vivir en casa.

¡Sea parte de la solución! ¡Asista al Rally HOPE para responder sobre estos problemas, construir comunidad y prepararse para la Acción Nehemías del 16 de abril con 1,600 personas!

Para más información llama a la Oficina de Cuidado Pastoral al 813. 413.8351.


San Vicente de Paúl En el Evangelio de hoy, Jesús dice: “El que me sirve debe seguirme, y donde Yo estoy, ahí también estará mi siervo. El Padre honrará a quien Me sirva”. Cuando servimos a los pobres, somos verdaderos seguidores de Jesús, servidor de los pobres.

Cuando coloque su donación en la caja de los pobres de la Sociedad de San Vicente de Paul, sepa que usted es un signo del amor de Dios hacia los que sufren y usted les da esperanza y alegría en la Pascua.

El número de teléfono para SVDP es 813.376.8901.

Venta de Uniformes Escolares Usados 24 de marzo de 2018 | 8:00 a.m. a 10:00 a.m. | Salón social

¡Reserve la fecha! ¡Compre uniformes para el año escolar a precios muy reducidos! Se acepta efectivo, cheques y tarjetas de crédito / débito. Si usted tiene uniformes para donar o envío, déjelos en la oficina de la escuela.

Para más información y drop-offs, contacte a Karen Olsen ([email protected] o 813-494-2897) o Elaine England

(813-659-0871 o [email protected]).

Bolsas de Sorpresas de Pascua PB&J Vamos a armar nuestras "bolsas de sorpresas de Pascua", canastas (para niños sin hogar y niños necesitados), preparando sándwiches de jalea y maní el miércoles, 28 de marzo. El Ministerio PB & J necesita los siguientes artículos: calcetines, (hombres, mujeres & niños); pequeñas latas de carnes enlatadas, frutas, pudin, barras de desayuno; agua; cepillos de dientes, pasta de dientes pequeña, y artículos de tocador de hotel. También necesitaremos articulos tales como: Cestas de Pascua, huevos plásticos, hierba, pequeños peluches, y caramelo.

Las donaciones pueden ser entregadas en la Oficina Parroquial debidamente marcado 'PB & J Ministry' o en cualquiera de nuestras reuniones de PB & J (mañana del 3/28). Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con Luann al 813.659.0181.

Gracias por su continuo apoyo y generosidad a las personas sin

hogar y hambrientas en todo el Condado de Hillsborough.

Familias en Busca de Jesús (FBJ)

7 de abril | 7PM | Salón Social

Tu Iglesia primaria es tu familia, y es muy importante para ti. Por eso el ministerio Familias en Busca de Jesús (FBJ) te invita al taller “Sanando las familias. Venga toda la familia, los esperamos.

Devoción a la Divina Misericordia

Novena en la Capilla:

30 de Marzo, Viernes Santo a las 2:30 PM

Sabado, 31 de Marzo al 8 de Abril a las 3:00 PM

Celebracion de la Fiesta a la Divina Misericordia

Domingo, 8 de Abril

3:00 PM en la Capilla

Adoración Eucaristica

V Encuentro Regional Region Suroeste

Los artículos en Español


Vida Joven Escuela Superior (Grados 9-12) y Escuela Intermedia (Grades 6-8)

¡Únete a nosotros los viernes de 7 a 9:15 PM para Misa en español, cena, charlas llenas de fe y actividades divertidas! ¡Todos los jóvenes hispanos en Natividad y sus amigos están invitados!

Para más información, póngase en contacto con Marvin Hoffman - [email protected].

Próximos Eventos 23 de marzo – Preparación Para La Semana Santa

30 de marzo – Viernes Santo – No habrá Vida Joven

6 de abril – Cristo Establece Su Iglesia

13 de abril – Noche Libre – Juegos en el Gimnasio

20 de abril – Cuatro Marcas de la Iglesia - Uno

¿Qué es una Quinceañera?

Cuando una joven hispana cumple 15 años, la comunidad parroquial se une a ella para dar gracias por su vida y para ser testigo de su compromiso de servir a la comunidad y ser fiel a sus creencias católicas, con plena responsabilidad adulta.

Una Quinceañera en la iglesia de Nativity se puede celebrar para los miembros registrados en la iglesia de Nativity que son católicos practicantes y que asisten a la misa regularmente. Los estudiantes que vengan de otras parroquias deben haber sido preparados en su propia parroquia y tiene que presentar una carta de permiso de su parroquia que indica que son miembros practicantes de su iglesia. Los estudiantes elegibles deben haber recibido todos los sacramentos de iniciación – Bautismo, Eucaristía y Confirmación y deben estar viviendo una vida en armonía con la fe católica. Eso significa ir a Misa todos los domingos.

Si su familia desea obtener más información, comuníquese con Terry Montalvo en la oficina parroquial al 681-4608.

Celebración 50 Aniversario ¡Les pedimos que anoten estas fechas de los eventos especiales que rodean nuestro 50 aniversario! También puede encontrar información en www.dosp.org/50/events.

• 6 de mayo de 2018 a las 3:00 p.m. - Consagración al Inmaculado Corazón de María

• 16 de junio de 2018 a las 11:00 a.m.- Misa de aniversario

(Este será un evento con boleto)

• 27 de octubre de 2018 de 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.– Festival de Fe Familiar ¡Se esperan más de 10,000 participantes!

Consagración al Inmaculado Corazón de María

Nuestra parroquia te invita a que te consagres al

Corazón de María .

Con motivo de los 50 años de nuestra diocesis , nuestro obispo esta invitado a todos a que se consagren a la Santisima Virgen. La Legion de Maria estará dirigiendo esta preparación para la consagración. Es una preparación de 33 Dias siguiendo las reflexiones del Padre Michael Gaitley.

¡Te invitamos para que practiques esta devoción!

Contacta a Maria Muñiz para registrarte:

813.760.9560 o [email protected]

¡Diócesis de St. Petersburg 50° Jubileo!

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