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Our Lady of Grace Parish
“Gathering in Faith ~ Striving in Hope ~ Serving in Love”
6 Roosevelt Blvd., Beverly Hills, Florida 34465
Telephone (352) 746-2144 - FAX (352) 746-6892
May 9, 2021 Sixth Sunday of Easter
Baptisms: Registered parishioners should contact the office to make arrangements. If possible, this should be done at least three months before the birth of your baby. Baptisms will be celebrated in April, August, and December. Marriages: Registered parishioners should contact the office at least one year in advance of making marriage arrangements. RCIA: This process is open to anyone interested in becoming a member of the Catholic Faith. Please contact the office. Going into the Hospital: Please contact the office if you need a priest to come to your home to anoint you, or to be anointed at a weekday Mass. St. John Paul II Catholic School: 4341 W. Homosassa Trail, Lecanto, FL 34461 Phone (352) 746-2020 Web site: www.sjp2.us
CLERGY
Rev. Erwin Belgica Pastor
Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil: 4:00 PM
Sunday Masses:
8:00 AM & 10:30 AM
12:30 PM Spanish Mass
Weekday Masses: 9:00 AM Monday to Friday
Eucharistic Adoration
First Fridays 9:30 AM-3:45 PM
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturdays: 2:30 to 3:15 PM
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PARISH OFFICE
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday
8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Staff
Mary Arnold Director of Faith
Formation
Vinny DeMaio Sacristan
Ed Putnam Director of Music
Michele Vermilyea Financial Secretary/
Office Manager
Victoria Perrin Bulletin Editor/
Secretary
Moses Nunez Facility Manager
Website: https://ourladyofgracefl.org
Office email: [email protected]
Faith Formation: [email protected] Music Director: [email protected]
OurLadyOfGraceBeverlyHillsFL
Sixth Sunday of Easter
PRAYER
“Ever-loving God, help us to celebrate our joy in the resurrection of the Lord and to express in our lives the love we celebrate.” Amen.
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READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Acts 16:11-15; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Jn 15:26 — 16:4a Tuesday: Acts 16:22-34; Ps 138:1-3, 7c-8; Jn 16:5-11 Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22 — 18:1; Ps 148:1-2, 11- 14; Jn 16:12-15 Thursday: Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17- 23 or Eph 4:1-13 [1-7, 11-13]; Mk 16:15-20 (for Ascension); otherwise Acts 18:1-8;Ps 98:1-4; Jn 16:16-20 Friday: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; Ps 113:1-8; Jn 15:9-17 Saturday: Acts 18:23-28; Ps 47:2-3, 8-10; Jn 16:23b-28 Sunday: Acts 1:15-17, 20a, 20c-26; Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20; 1 Jn 4:11-16; Jn 17:11b- 19; or, for Ascension, Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9;Eph 1:17- 23 or Eph 4:1-13 [1-7, 11-13]; Mk 16:15-20
THE PRESENCE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
We have a unique episode in the Acts of the Apostles today. A whole roomful of people are baptized with the Holy Spirit before they are baptized with water! The verb used—“the Holy Spirit ‘fell’ on them” (Acts 10:44)—is characteristic of the way the Spirit works throughout the book of Acts: powerful and surprising. Though this “baptism” is not the normative way the New Testament describes baptism, it is still a good reminder today that the Holy Spirit is not controlled by whether or not we pour water, but rather that our sacramental signs reveal the presence of the Spirit at work among us. And we have a double reinforcement of how this work is accomplished from a Letter and a Gospel bearing John’s name. It is love, self-sacrificing and self-giving love, that manifests the Spirit of Jesus in our midst. It is love that is the greatest of commandments. The Spirit is manifested equally through those who live in that love. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
TODAY’S READINGS First Reading - The gift of the Holy Spirit was poured out on the Gentiles also (Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48). Psalm - The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power (Psalm 98). Second Reading - God is love (1 John 4:7-10) or 1 John 4:11-16. Gospel - No one has greater love than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends (John 15:9-17) or John 17:11b-19.
MASSES FOR THE WEEK Discipleship through Stewardship and
Sacrificial Giving
May 2, 2021
Offertory $9,749.00
Online Giving $1,135.00
2021 Annual Pastoral Appeal (As of 5/3/ 21) Goal: $81,541.00 Pledged: $42,193.00 Paid: $36,472.00 # of Pledges: 206 # of Families: 875 % Family Participation: 23.5%
St. John Paul II School $ 472.00
Pray for our sick…
Catherine Ludlum, Mary Coleman, Vince Wojteczko, Mary Gruss, Dolores Salaman, Dorothy Dunbar, Alma Eberle, Ken Goss, Andrea Gumaskas, Joseph Grivois, John Hinrichs, Joanie Hayward, Alberto Sitchon, James Smith, Vince Cloonan, Louis Oberle, Ileen Jervis, Doug Rober, Greg Jorif, Jean Clarke, Anna Palmer, Marge Henry, John Rodgers, Alfredo Roque, Juan Diaz, Jr., Herb Murfin.
May 9, 2021 Page Three
Jesus’ commandment is that His disciples love one another, even to the point of laying down their lives, if necessary. What gifts of myself – my skills and talents, my time and resources—will demonstrate my love for Gods people?
Sixth Sunday of Easter
MONDAY, May 10 9:00 AM FOR ALL MOTHERS
TUESDAY, May 11 9:00 AM FOR ALL MOTHERS
WEDNESDAY, May 12 9:00 AM FOR ALL MOTHERS
THURSDAY, May 13 9:00 AM FOR ALL MOTHERS
FRIDAY, May 14 9:00 AM FOR ALL MOTHERS
SATURDAY, May 15 4:00 PM FOR ALL MOTHERS
SUNDAY May16 8:00 AM FOR ALL MOTHERS
10:30 AM FOR ALL MOTHERS 12:30 PM FOR ALL MOTHERS
Month of May
Sanctuary & Altar Candles
In Memory of DINA MARIE HOFFMAN
By Mom & Dad
PASCHAL CANDLE
In Memory of DESI SEGUNDO
By wife, Ely
This year’s Mother’s Day collection is to assist the Pregnancy & Life Center in Beverly Hills as well as OLG Outreach Ministries. Please mark your donation “Mother’s Day”.
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Sixth Sunday of Easter
During the month of May Rosary at the Grotto
6:00PM Monday- Friday Bring a chair if needed.
Sunday Gospel Reflections From Bishop Parkes
May 9, 2021 6th Sunday of Easter
Love one another
“Jesus said to his disciples: ‘As the Father loves me, so I also love you. Remain in my love.’” – John 15:9
Sometimes loving one another is easier said than done. In our use of words today we often describe people or events to the extreme. “He’s the greatest ever!!” or “I hate this or that.” Same with the word “love,” such as “I LOVE Football!” or, “I love pizza” or “I just loved that movie.” The word, “Love” is a powerful word. When you tell someone you love them it can evoke an emotional response. You are sharing your deepest feelings and opening your soul to them. In today’s Gospel from St. John, Jesus tells His disciples, “As the Father loves me, so I love you. Remain in my love.” Jesus goes on to talk about the depth of His love, and that He would lay down His life for them. He later gives them a three-word command: “Love one another.” Our world today seems to be in constant turmoil and we see this on social media. We hear cases of road rage and see violence on the news all the time. This is a contradiction of Jesus’s command to us to love one another. It’s easy to love your parent, relatives, and even a pet. Sure, you might become angry or upset with something they say or do, but you still love them. But what about the stranger—those in other vehicles, on social media, or on the other side of the political aisle? What about those on the side of the road asking for help? What about those of different skin color, faith traditions or sexual orientation? Jesus commanded us to love all, not just a few. That means showing compassion, mercy, and forgiveness, while sacrificing your personal feelings for the good of your brother or sister, friend or stranger. We are taught to hate the sin, but love the sinner. Have the courage to show love to someone who has offended you by forgiving them. And strive to love those who are difficult to love. Bishop Gregory Parkes
Imagine what visitors to the Catholic Church must think when they attend Mass for the first time. They probably notice there are times when we sit, stand, and kneel. The most reverent part is during the Liturgy of the Eucharist, when we kneel in awe at Jesus’s presence in the Eucharist. After receiving Christ in the Eucharist is it appropriate to return to our seat, kneel and thank God for allowing us to be in his presence. A priest once described these actions by saying, “We stand to pray, we sit to listen, and we kneel to worship.” It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been away. You are always invited to the Mass to encounter Jesus, who welcomes you with open arms. To learn more, visit WelcomingYou.org.
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Sixth Sunday of Easter
Canned Meat Spaghetti Sauce Pork & Beans
Hamburger Helper
May 1st is the last market for the season. We close for the summer and reopen Labor Day weekend. Drop off your donations between 1:30 to 3:00 PM on Wed. & Thurs. at the
garage. Call the office when leaving home and we will be ready for you. Sell your goods for $10 a space. Reserve by calling Rose Mary 527-6459.
Attention Snowbirds; the Food Pantry needs your help! During the winter months your generous donations keep our pantry fully stocked. However while you are away taking a break from the summer heat the need here continues and the shelves at the Food Pantry get a little bare. Here is a great idea in how you could help. Before you depart for your journey north just empty your pantry of any unopened items and bring them to the office. That way nothing expires while you are gone! Or you could just drop an extra donation in the collection basket marked “OLOG Food Pantry” before you leave. Either way we thank you for your ongoing generous support.
If you have had a change of Address & phone number, please contact the parish office at 746-2144 so we could update our records. Thank you so much for your kind assistance.
DEEP DEBT My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother. I attribute all my success in life to the moral, intellectual, and physical education I received from her. —George Washington
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Sixth Sunday of Easter
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS #6168 LADIES AUXILIARY Ist Annual Trash N’ Treasure
Saturday, May 15th TIME: 9:00 AM to 3:00PM PLACE: KofC Hall corner Norvell Bryant Pkwy. & Pinecone Ave., Lecanto
Find bargains galore! Take a chance on a raffle basket! Win a money tree! Bring home a dessert!
HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHARITIES! For additional information please call Denise Uva 973-896-7180 or email [email protected]
Should you wish to remember (living or deceased)
through one of these gifts, the donations are as follows:
Sanctuary Candle $50.00 for a month Altar Candles $50.00 for a month Altar Flowers $30.00 for a week Bread & Wine $25.00 for a week
Knights of Columbus Council 6168 is hosting a vaccination event on
Wednesday, May 19 from 9:00-11:45AM at the council hall on the corner of Rt. 486 and Pine Cone Ave. The second dose will be on Friday, June 18. First preference will be given to Knights of Columbus members and all Our Lady of Grace parishioners along with any extended family member age 18 or older who is a Florida resident. One hundred forty-four doses will be available. Appointments must be scheduled prior to Monday, May 17. No walk-ins. To schedule an appointment call John Uva at 352-270-8612 or email [email protected].
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LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura - Mediante las prédicas de Pedro, el Espíritu Santo viene a los gentiles (Hechos 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48). Salmo - El Señor nos ha mostrado su amor y su lealtad. Aleluya (Salmo 98 [97]). Segunda lectura - Dios es amor y Dios nos ama (1 Juan 4:7-10) o 1 Juan 4:11-16. Evangelio - Jesús da este mandamiento a sus discípulos: ámense unos a otros como yo los he amado (Juan 15:9-17) o Juan 17:11b-19.
Sexto Domingo de Pascua
LA PRESENCIA DEL ESPÍRITU SANTO
Hoy tenemos un episodio único en los Hechos de los Apóstoles. ¡Un grupo de personas que llena una habitación es bautizado con el Espíritu Santo antes de que se bautizaran con agua! La palabra que se usa para describir el suceso: “el Espíritu Santo descendió sobre ellos” (Hechos 10:44), es característica de la forma en que el Espíritu obra en todo el libro de los Hechos: de manera poderosa y sorprendente. Aunque este “bautismo” no es la norma para describir el bautismo en el Nuevo Testamento, es sin embargo un buen recordatorio de que el Espíritu Santo no está controlado por si hemos vertido el agua o no, sino que nuestros signos sacramentales revelan al Espíritu presente y obrando entre nosotros. Y tenemos un doble refuerzo de cómo esta obra se lleva a cabo en la carta y el Evangelio que llevan el nombre de Juan. Es el amor, el auto sacrificio y el amor de entrega, que manifiestan al Espíritu de Jesús entre nosotros. El amor es el más grande de los mandamientos. El Espíritu se manifiesta también a través de los que viven en ese amor. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
Reflexiones del Evangelio Dominical del Obispo Parkes
9 de mayo de 2021 VI Domingo de Pascua
Ámense los unos a los otros
“Jesús dijo a sus discípulos: «Como el Padre me ama, así los amo yo. Permanezcan en mi amor»”.- Juan 15,9
A veces es más fácil hablar sobre amar a los demás que hacerlo. La palabra "amor" es una palabra ponderosa.
Decirle a alguien que lo amas puede evocar una respuesta emocional. Estás compartiendo tus sentimientos más profundos y estás abriéndole tu alma. En el Evangelio de san Juan para hoy, Jesús les dice a sus discípulos: "Como el Padre me ama, así los amo yo. Permanezcan en mi amor". Jesús continúa hablando de la profundidad de su amor y de que daría su vida por ellos. Más tarde les da este mandamiento: "Ámense los unos a los otros". Nuestro mundo actual parece estar en constante agitación y lo podemos comprobar en las redes sociales. Oímos acerca de casos violentos debido a riñas de tráfico y vemos violencia en las noticias todo el tiempo. Esto es una contradicción al mandato de Jesús de amarnos los unos a los otros. Es fácil amar a tus padres, a tus parientes e incluso a tu mascota. Por supuesto, puedes enfadarte o molestarte por algo que dicen o hacen, pero sigues amándolos. Sin embargo, ¿qué pasa con los extraños, los que comparten el tráfico, los que están en las redes sociales o al otro lado del espectro político? ¿Qué pasa con los que piden ayuda en la calle? ¿Qué pasa con los que son diferentes a nosotros por su color de piel, sus tradiciones religiosas u su orientación sexual? Jesús nos mandó amar a todos, no sólo a uno pocos, lo cual significa mostrar compasión, misericordia y perdón. O sea, se trata de poner el bien de tu hermano, hermana, amigo o extraño por encima de tus propios sentimientos. Se nos enseña a odiar el pecado, pero a amar al pecador. Ten el valor de mostrarle tu amor a alguien que te ha ofendido perdonándolo. Y esfuérzate por amar a los que son difíciles de amar. - Monseñor Gregory Parkes
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