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TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

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No matter what your present status in the Catholic Church,�

No matter your current family or marital situation,�

No matter your personal history, age, income, background, gender, race, ethnicity or spirituality,�

No matter your own self�image of holiness or virtue ��

You belong to Jesus Christ and you belong to us!�

You are invited, accepted and respected here at St. Timothy Parish.�

We want to share our Roman Catholic way of faith and life in Christ with you!�

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MINISTRY EVENTS

SUNDAY, ................................... .... SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

MONDAY, ................................... .... SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

09:30 AM Legion of Mary ........... ............................. Room 7

07:00 PM Ancient Order of Hibernians ............. Rooms 3 & 5

TUESDAY, ................................... .... SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Following 8:30 AM Mass ... Reconciliation ................. Church

09:00 AM Women’s Karing Krafters ......................... Room 3

09:30 AM Rosary Maker ............. ........................ Parish Hall

07:00 PM AA & Alanon ............... ......... Rooms 1, 2, 3, 5 & 7

WEDNESDAY, ............................... .... SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

09:30 AM Charismatic Prayer ... ........................ Parish Hall

01:30 PM Bible Study ................. ..................... Rooms 1 & 2

THURSDAY, .................................. .... SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

09:30 AM Grief Support .............. ................. Rooms 1, 2 & 3

09:30 AM SVdP Board Meeting . ..................... Rooms 5 & 6

05:30 PM ACA Adult Children .... ..................... Rooms 6 & 7

FRIDAY, ................................... .... SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

09:15 AM ....... Room 7

SATURDAY, .................................. .... SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

01:00—01:45 PM ........ Reconciliation ........................ Church

03:00—03:45 PM ........ Reconciliation ........................ Church

DAILY RECITATION OF THE ROSARY

Recitation of the Rosary at 6:45 AM Monday-Friday,

Prior to the 7:15 AM Mass and at 8:00 AM Monday –

Saturday, Prior to 8:30 AM Daily Mass.

MASS INTENTIONS

SATURDAY ................ SEPTEMBER 19, 2020

2:00 PM � Joan and Nelle Velms

4:00 PM � Patricia Franklin

� Anita Jurado

6:00 PM � Edwin Wilbur

� Tom Reddy

SUNDAY ................ SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

7:00 AM � David Michels

� Frank Kozlevchar

9:00 AM � Gene Sipp

Special Intention Robert Michael

(9:00 Mass has Sign Language interpreter)

11:00 AM � Theresa Hofer

� Mary DiBiccari

5:00 PM Parish

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

7:15 AM � Steven L. Lang

8:30 AM � Jerry Scanlon

� James Marsula

TUESDAY ................ SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

7:15 AM � Frank Caputo

8:30 AM Special Intention Bill Eastright

� Kathy Franzen

WEDNESDAY .............. SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

7:15 AM Special Intention Holy Innocents

� Shelly Peton

8:30 AM � Eucharistic Mass Association

THURSDAY ................ SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

7:15 AM � Jeanne Gimenez

� James V. Jeror

8:30 AM � Lorna Casey

� Tony Whalen

FRIDAY ................ SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

7:15 AM � Ray Downes

� Christine Healy

8:30 AM � Christine Healy

� Eydie Robacker

SATURDAY ................ SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

8:30 AM � Eugene J. Morrisette

� William J. Hunt

WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS

We would like to extend a warm welcome this

week to these new parishioners at St. Timothy:

Mary and Scott Kelly Barber and

James and Dianne Matheis

Pray, hope, and don’t worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful

and will hear your prayer.

-St. Padre Pio

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My deepest thanks to all parishioners of St. Timothy parish for all you do to increase charity and to take on sacrifice.

Fr. Ed

A father was approached by his small son who told

him proudly, “I know what the Bible means!”

His father smiled and replied, “What do you mean,

you ‘know’ what the Bible means?”

The son replied, “I know!”

“Okay,, “ said his father. “What does the Bible

mean?”

“That’s easy, Daddy,” the young boy replied

excitedly, “It stands for ‘Basic Information Before

Leaving Earth.’”

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There was a very gracious lady who was mailing an old family Bible to

her brother in another part of the country.

“Is there anything breakable in here?” asked the postal clerk.

“Only the Ten Commandments.” answered the lady.

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Somebody has said there are only two kinds of people in the world.

There are those who wake up in the morning and say, “Good

Morning, Lord,” and there are those who wake up in the morning and

say, “Good Lord, it’s morning.”

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A minister parked his car in a no-parking zone in a large city because

he was short of time and couldn’t find a space with a meter. Then he

put a note under the windshield wiper that read: “I have circled the

block ten (10) times. If I don’t park here, I’ll miss my appointment.

Forgive us our trespasses.” When he returned, he found a citation

from a police officer along with this note, “I’ve circled this block for ten

(10) years. If I don’t give you a ticket, I”ll lose my job. Lead us not

into temptation.

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There is the story of a pastor who got up one Sunday and announced

to his congregation: “I have good news and bad news. The good

news is, we have enough money to pay for our new building program.

The bad news is, it’s still out there in your pockets.”

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While driving in Pennsylvania, a family caught up to an Amish

carriage. The owner of the carriage obviously had a sense of humor.

Because attached to the back of the carriage was a hand printed

sign. . . “Energy efficient vehicle: Runs on oats and grass. Caution:

Do not step in exhaust.”

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A Sunday School teacher began her lesson with a question, :”Boys

and girls, what do we know about God?”

A hand shot up in the air. “He is an artist!” said the kindergarten boy.

“Really? How do you know?” the teacher asked.

“You know—Our Father, who does art in Heaven. . . “

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A minister waited in line to have his car filled with gas

just before a long holiday weekend. The attendant

worked quickly, but there were many cars ahead of

him. Finally, the attendant motioned him toward a

vacant pump. “Reverend,” said the young man, “I’m so

sorry about the delay. It seems as if everyone waits

until the last minute to get ready for a long trip.”

The minister chuckled, “I know what you mean. It’s the

same in my business.”

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People want the front of the bus, the back of the church, and the

center of attention.

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Sunday after church, a mom asked her very young daughter what the

lesson was about.

The daughter answered, “Don’t be scared, you’ll get your quilt.”

Needless to say, the mom was perplexed. Later in the day, the

pastor stopped by for tea and the mom asked him what the morning’s

Sunday school lesson was about.

He said, “Be not afraid, thy comforter is coming.”

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The minister was preoccupied with thoughts of how he was going to

ask the congregation to come up with more money than they were

expecting for repairs to the church building. Therefore, he was

annoyed to find that the regular organist was sick and a substitute

had been brought in at the last minute. The substitute wanted to

know what to play.

“Here’s a copy of the service,” he said impatiently. “But you’ll have to

think of something to play after I make the announcement about the

finances.”

During the service, the minister paused and said, “Brothers and

Sisters, we are in a great difficulty; the roof repairs cost twice as much

as we expected and we need $4,000 more. Any of you who can

pledge $100 or more, please stand up.”

At that moment, the substitute organist played “The Spangled

Banner.”

And that is how the substitute became the regular organist!

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Give me a sense of humor, Lord,

Give me the grace to see a joke,

To get some humor out of life,

And pass it on to other folk!

Did you know…? Your gifts to Our Catholic Appeal build a better

future for immigrants, the working poor, and their families.

Our respect for the dignity and worth of every person compels us to seek

a more just future for all people. One way our diocese responds to this

call is through the work of Hope CommUnity Center in Apopka. Formerly

known as the Office for Farmworker Ministry, Hope CommUnity Center

is dedicated to empowerment of Central Florida's immigrant and working

poor communities through education, advocacy and spiritual growth.

Partially funded through gifts to Our Catholic Appeal, Hope CommUnity

offers a wide variety of opportunities, including language classes, career

counseling, youth mentoring, family and youth empowerment groups,

spiritual support, citizenship preparation and Service Learning

Immersion Opportunities.

For more information on Hope CommUnity Center, please visit hcc-

offm.org or call (407) 880-4673.

Please visit www.cfocf.org/OCA/give to make a gift online.

St. Timothy 2020 Our Catholic Appeal Status

OCA 2020 GOAL

$ 642,283.57

Raised to date:

$ 544,253.30

Over/under GOAL:

($ 98,030.27)

% of Goal raised

84.73

Donor families for :

4559

# of gifts:

1631

% Participation (incl. all donor families):

35.8%

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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL FOOD PANTRY

IS IN DESPERATE NEED OF:

Grape Jelly and Canned Vegetables

(Please do not donate any items past their

expiration date.)

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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL THRIFT STORE PICK UP

St. Vincent de Paul Society will have a truck

parked in the south parking lot from 7:00 -11:00

AM THIS Thursday, September 24, to accept

any donations you can bring here. In addition to

gently used clothing, gently used shoes are much

appreciated!

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NEWS FROM ST. VINCENT DE PAUL ORLANDO:

The Mission of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is to bring

Christ's hope and love into the homes of the needy. Please pray

for all whom we serve. To make a tax-deductible donation of

large furniture or appliances that help people in need, please call

our Donation Hotline at 1.888.986.4483.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL PRISON MINISTRY

The St. Vincent de Paul Prison Ministry is in need of

all sizes of men’s clothing as well as sneakers size

9-10 1/2. Please bring donations on the last

Thursday of the month when the truck is here for pick up.

RECYCLING—THANK YOU

Thanks to all who are recycling newspapers and

magazines. The income received from this effort

helps the St. Vincent de Paul Society purchase

items for our Food Pantry. These monies are

also used to help those in financial need.

Perhaps your neighbors are looking for a place to recycle their

newspapers and magazines. If possible, bring their newspapers

and magazines with yours when you drop off your recycling.

You may include shredded paper with your recycling. We

do request that you please not put phone books, cardboard,

paper or plastic bags in the bins.

EYE GLASSES “R” NEEDED

The Lion’s Club makes use of your unused

eyeglasses. Please drop them in the box in the

Church Office.

Sponsored by the Lion’s Club

“‘Take what is yours and go. What if I wish to give this last

one the same as you? Or am I not free to do as I wish with

my own money? Are you envious because I am generous?’

Thus, the last will be first, and the first will be last.”

(Mt 20:14-16a)

Excerpts from the Lectionary for Mass ©2001, 1998, 1970 CCD.

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READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Sunday: Is 55:6-9/Ps 145:2-3, 8-9, 17-18 [18a]/Phil 1:20c-

24, 27a/Mt 20:1-16a

Monday: Eph 4:1-7, 11-13/Ps 19:2-3, 4-5 [5]/Mt 9:9-13

Tuesday: Prv 21:1-6, 10-13/Ps 119:1, 27, 30, 34. 35, 44

[35]/Lk 8:19-21

Wednesday: Prv 30:5-9/Ps 119:29, 72, 89, 101, 104, 163

[105]/Lk 9:1-6

Thursday: Eccl 1:2-11/Ps 90:3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 14 and 17bc

[1]/Lk 9:7-9

Friday:

Saturday: Eccl 11:9—12:8/Ps 90:3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 14 and 17

[1]/Lk 9:43b-45

Next Sunday: Ez 18:25-28/Ps 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9 [6a]/Phil 2:1-11 or

2:1-5/Mt 21:28-32

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OBSERVANCES FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Sunday: 25

th

Sunday in Ordinary Time Catechetical

Sunday

Monday: St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist

Wednesday: St. Pius of Pietrelcina, Priest

Saturday: Sts. Cosmas and Damian, Martyrs

Next Sunday: 26

th

Sunday in Ordinary Time

©LPi

LOCAL CATHOLIC RADIO

WIGW (90.3 FM). Eustis is a Relevant Radio

affiliate and is airing local announcements.

Tune in to hear conversational Catholic talk

which addresses issues of faith, practical

advice, and catechesis. Learn more about us

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Save a button on your car radio settings for 90.3 FM or 1080

AM, Talk Radio for Catholic Life!

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CHRISTMAS GIVING TREE PROGRAM

Our Christmas Giving Tree program is underway. If you have

not yet ventured into the church, but would like to be part of our

program, perhaps this would be for you — Our families have

suffered big losses this year due to employment layoffs, and this

may be the only Christmas gifts these children receive. Wanted

Families or Neighborhoods or Clubs who may be interested

in adopting a family or families for our Christmas Tree Program

please contact Lynne Nastazio, Phone 516-241-7570, for more

information by October 15, 2020.

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PLEASE PRAY FOR THE

RECENTLY DECEASED

Charles Rossell

Fred Gabos

Robert Salera

Francis J. Ferraro, Jr.

BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION

St. Vincent de Paul Society in conjunction with the

Back Pack Program has begun to collect “Box Tops for

Education.” These coupons may be found on many

items, especially General Mills cereals, Progresso Soups, etc.

For a complete list of products, go to

www.boxtops4education.com/earn/participating-products.

All you have to do is clip the coupons and bring them to church to

be dropped in the bags attached to the food collection boxes.

Dollars raised from these box tops will support the Fruitland Park

Elementary School. Your support of this program is appreciated.

Please clip the coupons (sample above), not a box top. We

collect the coupons all year long. Thank you.

Dear Parishioners,

Demshar’s Restaurant Sunday Brunch has moved to:

Cheers at Stonecrest Country Club.

Sunday Brunch Buffet, where our staff will serve you.

10:00 AM—2:00 PM

FREE MIMOSA

Please take the time to go and enjoy. Let them know you are

from St. Timothy Parish.

My deepest thanks,

Fr. Ed

MARCH FOR LIFE

Anyone interested in signing up for the March for

Life in St. Augustine's please contact Trudy at (610)

509-6138.

DATE: Saturday, January 16, 2021

Departing time: 6:00 AM from: Bealls Parking Lot (Next to

Lowe's) on 441 in Sumter County

Arrival time: approximately 8:30 AM at Our Lady of Laleche

Shrine in St. Augustine.

Leaving St. Augustine's: 3:00 PM Arriving home: approximately

5:30 PM

There will be a celebration of Mass on the grounds outside the

Shrine at 9:00 AM.

The March will start at 11:30 AM and is one mile long. There are

benches along the way. Water and snacks will be given out on

the bus. Lunch is not included but you may bring your own or

there are plenty of restaurants available to eat at.

The cost is $20. (cash only) and will be collected on the day of

the trip.

May God bless you,

Trudy Crouthamel

YOUR DONATIONS ARE IMPORTANT AT THIS TIME

Let’s move forward together - cautiously and prayerfully - with

what God has put before us. We at St. Timothy continue to serve

the people of God through live streaming daily Mass, and St.

Vincent de Paul Society helping those less fortunate.

Please remember to continue your financial support of the work

of the church. If you haven’t set up your offerings to be given

online, you may do so by going to our website

(www.sttimothycc.com):

�� Donate Online:

��Click on the donation basket on the left side of the page,

��Click on “New Realm/Vanco Sign Up here on the right hand

side of the page.

�� Follow the directions—Contributions can be made from

your checking account or credit card.

�� Bring it to the Church Office or drop it in our “Donation Slot” on

the door to the Church Office.

�� You may mail a check to:

St. Timothy Catholic Church

1351 Paige Place, Lady Lake, FL 32159

Thank you for your continued charity which binds our faith

community as we promote the Gospel and build His Kingdom.

You remain in our prayers.

CHURCH IS OPEN—NORMAL MASS SCHEDULE

For those who have concerns about attending weekend Mass at

this time:

“The obligation to attend Mass on Sunday is lifted until

further notice.” – Bishop John Noonan

If you have reservations about coming to church on the

weekends, think about coming to daily mass to be able to

receive the Blessed Sacrament.

ST. TIMOTHY WOMEN’S GUILD

The scheduled meetings of the Women’s Guild of

St. Timothy Catholic Community are cancelled until

further notice due to the covid pandemic. When it

is safe to gather as a group again, our meetings will

resume...If you have paid your dues for this year,

they will be applied to next year as well as this year

also. Your health and safety are our most

important assets. (See Registration Form Page 8.)

ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS

The Ancient Order of Hibernians will hold

a meeting on September 21 in the Church

Hall at 7:00 PM. All members must wear a

mask and be seated at a safe distance.

Remember that nothing is small in the eyes of God. Do all

that you do with love.

St. Therese of Lisieux

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September 23: State Fraternal Benefits Night online at 7:00 PM.

October 2: First Friday Mass at 8:30 AM and Breakfast at

Perkins is voluntary.

The Council Officers decided to not hold in-person meetings

till the Pandemic eases.

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QUEEN OF THE ROSARY ASSEMBLY 2722

Good news, Linda Robacker made it through her surgery and by

this time should be back home from New York and resting. Both

her and FN Fran want to thank everyone for their prayers.

Prayer works, not just for individuals, but the whole country

needs it more now than ever.

MISSIONARY ROSARY MAKERS

If you would like to honor Our Lady in a special

way, plus assist in the work of domestic and

foreign missions, come see us Tuesdays at 9:15

AM in Room 7. We will teach you how to make

rosaries. All materials are provided. In your own

home, in your spare time, you can help us make a difference.

Hope to see you soon!

ST. TIMOTHY GIFT SHOP

Gift Shop is closed until further notice due to

coronavirus 19 pandemic.

Thank you for your support.

CHURCH RE-OPENING INFORMATION

This is a directive from Bishop Noonan to assist in lowering the

COVID infection numbers in our Diocese:

Masks are Required! For all Masses and activities on

Parish grounds

We are now open to Ministry Events.

This reopening will utilize the following requirements and

recommendations:

Required:

�� All meetings must be scheduled in advance.

�� COVID 19 screening questionnaires must be completed and

provided to the meeting leaders prior to the scheduled meeting time.

�� Meeting leaders will maintain attendance sheets recording names

and contact phone numbers.

�� Meeting leaders must enforce Social Distancing.

�� No physical contact between meeting participants.

�� Refreshments will not be provided.

After meetings, any participants experiencing COVID 19 symptoms

must report this to the meeting leader and parish staff.

Recommended:

�� When possible, groups should be limited to 10 or less.

�� No shared materials or personal items.

�� Meeting should be held outside when ever possible.

Mass and Live Streaming.

�� Mass is celebrated following our normal Mass

schedule.

�� Masses will remain at current ¼ capacity.

�� Mass will be live streamed into the Parish Hall for those

who arrive after the numbers become greater than

social distancing would allow.

�� Live Streaming of daily Mass on Facebook, Youtube,

and on the Parish website at 8:30 AM Monday-

Saturday and on Sunday at 9:00 AM will continue.

SACRAMENT OF PENANCE

“In case of physical or moral impossibility in which a person

cannot personally go to confession to a priest, according to the

Catechism of the Catholic Church and the Code of Canon Law,

a person is to make an Act of Contrition with a sincere desire to

go to confession as soon as it is possible” (CCC 1484; CIC 960).

AN ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION

My Jesus,

I believe that You

are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.

I love You above all things,

and I desire to receive You into my soul.

Since I cannot at this moment

receive You sacramentally,

come at least spiritually into my heart.

I embrace You as if You were already there

and unite myself wholly to You.

Never permit me to be separated from You.

Amen

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT:

“WHY, O God, have you cast us off forever? Why does Your

anger blaze forth against the sheep of Your pasture?”

-Ps 74.1

It’s human to be perplexed.

Reflection. . .

The mystery of God’s silence, when tragedy strikes, is terribly

disturbing for everyone. But take heart, Jesus has come to

establish justice. Give Him time, and you will understand.

All will be well.

Prayer. . .

Dear Jesus, on the Cross you asked “Why?” I know I am not

greater than You. Teach me to accept my perplexity graciously.

(Source: “Uplifting Thoughts For Every Day,” Father John Catoir,

Catholic Book Publishing, 2007)

SAINT MATTHEW

SAINT OF THE DAY FOR SEPTEMBER 21

(c. 1st Century)

SAINT MATTHEW’S STORY

Matthew was a Jew who worked for the occupying Roman

forces, collecting taxes from other Jews. The Romans were not

scrupulous about what the “tax farmers” got for themselves.

Hence the latter, known as “publicans,” were generally hated as

traitors by their fellow Jews. The Pharisees lumped them with

“sinners” (see Matthew 9:11-13). So it was shocking to them to

hear Jesus call such a man to be one of his intimate followers.

Matthew got Jesus in further trouble by having a sort of going-

away party at his house. The Gospel tells us that many tax

collectors and “those known as sinners” came to the dinner. The

Pharisees were still more badly shocked. What business did the

supposedly great teacher have associating with such immoral

people? Jesus’ answer was, “Those who are well do not need a

physician, but the sick do. Go and learn the meaning of the

words, ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’ I did not come to call the

righteous but sinners” (Matthew 9:12b-13). Jesus is not setting

aside ritual and worship; he is saying that loving others is even

more important.

No other particular incidents about Matthew are found in the New

Testament.

REFLECTION

From such an unlikely situation, Jesus chose one of the

foundations of the Church, a man others, judging from his job,

thought was not holy enough for the position. But Matthew was

honest enough to admit that he was one of the sinners Jesus

came to call. He was open enough to recognize truth when he

saw him. “And he got up and followed him” (Matthew 9:9b).

SAINT MATTHEW IS THE PATRON SAINT OF:

Accountants Actors Bankers

Bookkeepers Tax collectors Taxi Drivers

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-matthew/

CATECHISM CORNER: HOW TO EAT AN ELEPHANT

ONE BITE AT A TIME

Article 121 of the Catechism of the Catholic

Church:

The Old Testament is an indispensable

part of Sacred Scripture.

It’s books are divinely inspired and retain a

permanent value for the Old Covenant has never been revoked.

REFLECTION:

God spent a long time preparing the world for his Son, and the

whole fascinating process is chronicled in the Old Testament ,

an important part of the greatest story ever told.

PRAYER:

Father of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, reveal yourself to us

through the history, the prophets, and the wisdom of the Hebrew

Scriptures.

(Source: “Day By Day With The Catechism,” Peter A. Giersch, Catholic Book

Publishing, 2006)

WHEN THINGS GO WELL REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE

Pope St. Gregory the Great sent St. Augustine of Canterbury to

convert the pagan English. When Augustine reported he had

been able to work miracles in the sight of the English, Gregory

reminded him that all the glory belongs to God. The better

things are going, the more important it is to remember the One

who makes things go well.

My dear brother, with all the things you accomplish outwardly

through the work of God, you need to judge yourself carefully

within. Carefully understand who you are, And how great the

grace is in that nation for whose conversion you have even been

given the gift of doing miracles. If you ever remember having

offended against our Creator - by word, or by deed - bring those

things back to your memory, so that the memory of your guilt will

keep down the rising glory of your heart. And whatever ability to

do miracles you have been given, or may be given, do not think

of those powers as granted to you, but rather to the people for

whose salvation they have been conferred on you.

St. Gregory the Great, “Letter 28”

In God’s presence, consider . . .

When things go well am I quick to give the credit to God?

Or do I usually take the credit for myself?

Closing Prayer:

The first verse of Psalm 115 has long been used as a prayer of

thanksgiving:

“Not to us, O Lord, not to us, but to your name give glory,

for the sake of your steadfast love and faithfulness!”

(Source: “A Year With The Church Fathers,” Mike Aquilina,

St Benedict Press, 2010)

Have no fear of moving into the unknown. Simply step out

fearlessly knowing that I am with you, therefore no harm can

befall you; all is very, very well. Do this in complete faith and

confidence.

Pope John Paul II

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Deacon Robert Basye

Deacon Kevin Mukri

Deacon John Bellacicco, Retired

Deacon Dick Bigelow, Retired

Deacon Rich Kaseta, Retired

Deacon Ron L’Huillier, Retired

Deacon George Mattison, Retired

Deacon John Sullivan, Retired

Deacon Bob Turbitt, Retired

ST. TIMOTHY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

1351 Paige Place, Lady Lake, FL 32159

(352) 753-0989 • Fax (352) 753-9602

Very Rev. Ed Waters, Pastor

Rev. Paul Chemplamparampil CMI, Parochial Vicar

Rev. Leo Perera, Hospital Ministry

Rev. Gerard Cunningham,

Retired

Rev. Robert V. Fucheck,

Retired

Rev. Peter Mitchell, Retired

Rev. Ken Nielson, Retired

Rev. Gerald Shovelton, Retired

OCTOBER WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES

Our celebration of October wedding anniversaries is

on Sunday, October 18 at the 9:00 AM Mass. We

invite all couples celebrating an anniversary during

October to join us for this blessing. Call our office by

12:00 PM Wednesday, September 30 with your name and

number of years married if you wish your anniversary

announced in the bulletin and on the screen. We do not

automatically include names that have been called in last year.

Visit our Website: www.sttimothycc.com�

Baptism

Preparation Class for Parents (call Parish Office)

Marriage

Four Months Advance Notice

Anointing of the Sick

Call Parish Office for appointment

New Parishioners

Please call Parish Office

Parish Office Hours

Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Confessions:

Tuesday: Following 8:30 AM Mass

Saturday: 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM

(Or anytime by appointment).

Mass Schedule

Monday—Friday: 7:15 and 8:30 AM

Saturday: 8:30 AM

Saturday Vigil: 02:00, 4:00 and 6:00 PM

Sunday: 7:00, 9:00, and 11:00 AM; and 5:00 PM

Holy Days of Obligation

Holy Day: 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 AM

Holy Day Vigil: 4:00 and 6:00 PM

NOTICE FROM ORLANDO DIOCESE

It has come to our attention that individuals may be receiving

texts or emails from clergy or leaders within our parish asking

for gift cards or financial assistance with travel. Please know

that the Diocese does not allow anyone to solicit financial

contributions or assistance for an individual or approves of

solicitation for personal business as a representative of the

Church. If you are approached by a leader, whether clergy,

employee or volunteer, within your parish for any cause

regarding financial assistance and you choose to respond,

always require a contract and receipt upon completion of the

transaction.

We live stream daily Mass at 8:30 AM Monday—Saturday and

at 9:00 AM Sunday. The live stream is available at:

�Sttimothycc.com

�Look in the Upper Right Hand Corner for these links:

Facebook

You Tube

WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES

This Sunday at 9:00 AM Mass, Father will bless

the marriages of St. Timothy Couples celebrating

their wedding anniversaries with us. We ask

God’s blessings on:

John and Mary Lorraine Prudhomme 66, Charlie and Jo

Caruso 65, Bernie and Barbara DiMaio 64, Anthony and

Angie Cinelli 62, Larry and Dolores Edwards 62, John and

Marge Curtis 60, Dick and Terry Lastowka 60, Pete and

Rose Kachinsky 59, Mike and Carole Zullo 55, Robert and

Beverly Dupree 50, Edward and Colleen Maffuccio 50,

Anthony and Roseann Oziemblo 50, Bernie and Phyllis

Sheerin 50, Bill and Lorrie Sythes 50, Joe and Barbara

Groves 49, John and Beverly Sullivan 47, David and

Kathleen Hoey 43, Larry and Judy Oliver 30, Jerry and

Joanne Hofferth 27, Lee and Mary Lou Nauert 23, Bill and

Nancy Rodgers 22, Paul and Alicia Jordan 14, and Jerry

and Judy Holleran-Loomer 11.

PRAYER ON YOUR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

O God, we thank you that you have given us another

year of life together. We thank you for the love which

grows more precious and for the bonds which grow

more close each day. We thank you for the

happiness we have known together; for the sorrows

we have faced together; for all the experiences of sunshine and

of shadow through which we have come, up to today.

We ask for forgiveness for any failure on our part; for any

times when we became difficult to live with; for any lack of

sympathy and understanding; for anything which spoiled even

for a moment the perfect relationship which marriage should be.

Spare us to each other to go on walking the way of life together,

and grant that for us it may be true that the best is yet to be:

through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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