MORNING PRAYERS:

WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY, 8:45 AM

BENEDICTION:

TUESDAY, 5:45 PM

SATURDAY VIGIL MASS: 4 PM

SUNDAY MASSES:

9 AM & 11 AM

2 PM YOUTH MASS

TUESDAY MASS: 6 PM

WED-FRI MASS: 9 AM

DAILY ADORATION:

TUESDAY: 3-6 PM

WEDNESDAY: 9:30 AM-12 PM

THURSDAY: 9:30 AM-12 PM

FRIDAY: 9:30 AM-3PM

DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET

TUESDAY. 3 PM

CONFESSIONS:

FRI. 8:30-8:50 AM (before 9 AM Mass)

SAT. 3-3:45 PM (before 4 PM Mass)

SUN. 8:30-8:50 AM (before 9 AM Mass)

SUN. 10:30-10:50 AM (before 11 AM Mass)

SUN. 1:30-1:50 AM (before 2 PM Mass)

AND BY APPOINTMENT. The Sacrament of

Reconciliation is a process and encounter with the

Lord’s infinite mercy and love.

PASTOR

REV. MANNY LOPEZ

RETIRED CLERGY

MSGR. MICHAEL SERVINSKY

FR. JAMES MAY

Cheryl Everett

Maureen Constantinou

Lizbeth Alicea

Kim Cazzaniga

E.Y Walter

Jeannie Johnson

Lois Ambrosia

Barbara Zaleski Drew Hoffman

John Bangert

Linda Kuepper

Deacon Mike Moody

Mike Coyle

John Bangert

Linda Kuepper

E.Y. Walter

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Claudia Gasparino

Mary Comiskey

Sue McBride

Robert Hile

Jeannie Johnson

Karl Swartz

Yvonne Briggs

Janice Berreth

Patricia Quinn

Yvonne Briggs

Yvonne Briggs

Margie Check

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Nathan & Barbara Flach

Steven Neyer

Theresa McClean Judy Spears

Denise Collins

John Pires

John Pires

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Fr. Manny

John Pires

Kim Cazzaniga

Antonio & Carla Amaral 439-2791

Pat & Jacque Mulvihill

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Ivy Alvarez

Fr. Manny Jack Williamson Ann Williamson

Bryant Perszyk

Michael S. Boullion, GK

Pastor

Special Advisor

Parish Administrator

nick@smdmcc.org

Assistant Administrator

Kyle@smdmcc.org

Director of Religious Education

denise@smdmcc.org

New Members/Hospitality

maria@smdmcc.org

Music Director/Youth Ministry

kim@smdmcc.org

Parish Secretary

jean@smdmcc.org

Administrative Assistant

christine@smdmcc.org

Maintenance Supervisor

nilton@smdmcc.org

FIRST READING: One nation shall not raise the sword against another, nor shall they train for war again. (Is 2:4b) PSALM: Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord. (Ps 122) SECOND READING: You know the time; it is the hour now for you to awake from sleep. For our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. (Rom 13:11) GOSPEL: “Therefore, stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come.” (Mt 24:42) The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass (c) 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

So too, you also must be prepared, for at an

hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come.

“I’m never getting enough rest! How can I possibly be ‘asleep’?” In a world of jam-packed schedules and high anxiety levels, physical rest may be hard to come by. Yet relentless pursuit of our to-do lists and social calendars may keep our minds off of the things that really matter. Jesus knows all too well a pattern of busy, harried ignorance. “In those days before the flood, they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage … they did not know until the flood came and carried them all away … two men will be out in the field … two women will be grinding at the mill; one will be taken, and one will be left.” When it comes to the spiritual life, we can be at work or at relaxation and still be spiritually asleep. Each year, we are called back to remember the essential things. God comes to save His people. He becomes flesh to dwell among us. Supernat-ural light pierces the world’s darkness and our own. Advent wakes us up. “Stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come.” Every Advent, we prepare to celebrate Christ’s first coming at Christmas, and we anticipate his second coming at the end of time. “At an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come.” There’s another hour, too, both known and unknown. It’s the present moment. Whether it’s a lazy Saturday morning or a major business proposal, whether it’s attending a kindergarten play or an elderly relative’s bedside, at every moment the Lord wants to enter into our hearts. This Advent, let’s pray for the grace to stay alert. Christ is coming soon.

©LPi

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Expectant parents are encouraged to contact the Parish Office to schedule an appointment to attend the required Baptism Class. Parents must be registered parishioners and should be attending Mass regularly. Baptisms are performed on Sundays after the 11am Mass. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Receiving God’s pardon and peace through the acknowledgment of our sins, contrition of heart, absolution from sins and doing penance. This sacrament is celebrated Friday 8:30-8:50am, Saturday 3-3:45pm, Sunday 8:30-8:50am, 10:30-10:50am & 1:30-1:50pm, or in the case of personal needs, you may contact the Parish Office to schedule an appointment. SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Newly engaged couples must contact the Parish Office at least 8 months prior to their wedding date to ensure church availability and to begin the required marriage preparation courses. The Parish Office will help with the initial stages of fulfilling the Church’s requirements for a Christian Marriage. SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK For those who are in need of the Lord’s sacramental touch and blessing in times of sickness. This sacrament is intended for those who are ill or infirm. Please contact the Parish Office to schedule an appointment to celebrate the healing rites of the Church with you and your loved ones. HOLY ORDERS Men and women who wish to find out more about Religious Life should contact the Parish Office and speak with the Pastor for more information.

SACRAMENT OF FIRST HOLY COMMUNION This sacrament is normally celebrated in the Second Grade (7-years-old). Children must be registered in the Faith Formation Program and families must be registered parishioners. For more information, please contact Denise Collins, denise@smdmcc.org or the Parish Office. SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION This sacrament is normally celebrated in the Eighth Grade. Candidates must be Baptized, have already received sacraments of Eucharist and Reconciliation and must be enrolled in the Faith Formation Program. Families must be registered parishioners. For more information, please contact Denise Collins, denise@smdmcc.org or the Parish Office. RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION If God has stirred your desire to learn more about the Catholic Church and its lived faith and practices and the wish to become full and active participants, Please contact the Parish Office to learn more about the process of the RCIA. FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS If you need help in making arrangements for a loved one’s funeral, or would like to pre-plan your own funeral, the parish staff is here to help. Please contact the Parish Office. We will work together with your funeral home of choice to prepare a beautiful and fitting liturgical remembrance of your loved one.

ATTENTION: The Diocese of St. Augustine treats all allegations of sexual misconduct seriously and deals with all allegations in a prompt, confidential and thorough manner. To Report Abuse, call: Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator at (904) 262-3200, ext. 129, or Dept. of Children and Families at 1-800-96-Abuse (800-962-2873).

“Jesus waits for us in this Sacrament of Love.” (Pope John Paul II, Dominicae Canae)

4-7pm Knights 4th Degree Officers Mtg, LCMkL 5-6:30pm Bread of Life Ministry, Hall 6:30pm NA meeting, LCPP

10-11:30am Centering Prayer, LCJJ 11:15am BINGO, Hall 3-6pm Daily Adoration, Chapel 3-3:30pm Divine Mercy Chaplet, Chapel 5:45pm Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament 6pm MASS 7-8pm ALANON, LCPP

8:45am Morning prayers 9am MASS 9am-6pm David O’Byrne, LCMt 9:30-11:30am Weight Watchers, LCJJ, LCB 9:30am-12pm Daily Adoration, Chapel 10-11am Bereavement Ministry, LCL 10-11:30am Scripture Study, Church, All Welcome! 12-1pm ALANON, LCL 5:30-7pm Knights Officers Meeting, LCMkL 7-10 pm Knights 3rd Degree Business Mtg., Hall

8-9:30am Rotary, Hall 9:45am Morning prayers 10am MASS 9:30am-12pm Daily Adoration, Chapel 10am SMdMSU: Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible, LCJJ 10-11:30am Overeaters Anonymous, LCMkL 4:30-6pm Choir Practice, Church 5:30-7pm Life Teen Holy Hour, Chapel 6-8:30pm Social Justice Meeting, LCMkL

6:30-7:30pm NA Meeting, LCPP 6:30-8pm Nar Anon, LCB

8:30-8:50am Sacrament of Reconciliation, Confessional 8:45am Morning prayers 9am MASS 9:30am-4:45pm First Friday Adoration, Chapel 10am Legion of Mary, LCMkL 10am-12pm Rosary Makers, LCB 4:45pm Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament 5pm MASS, First Friday, Communal Anointing of the Sick ALANON, LCMkL

3-3:45pm Sacrament of Reconciliation, Confessional 4pm MASS

8:30-8:50am Sacrament of Reconciliation, Confessional 9am MASS 9:30-11am The LAMP, LC 10:30-10:50am Sacrament of Reconciliation, Confessional 11am MASS 12:15-1:45pm School of Contemplative Prayer, Chapel 12:30-3pm The LIGHT, Church, Hall, LC 1:30-1:50pm Sacrament of Reconciliation, Confessional 2pm MASS 3-4:30pm Life Teen, Hall

12/3, 6pm Rose Schneider

12/4, 9am Ruth Morrissey, Silvana & Maria Malagisi

12/5, 9am Robert Federico, John McKenna

12/6, 9am Julia Martins, John McDonald

12/7, 4pm Daniel & Patricia Weiler, Rita Coleman, Rosemary Farrell

12/8, 9am Salud Doligosa, Sierra Smallwood, Rosemary Farrell

12/8, 11am Walter Phiefer, Maria DeMartinez, Kenneth Tobin

12/8, 2pm Our Parish Family

LC is the Learning Center. The following abbreviations are for individual rooms within the Learning Center:

PP—Peter & Paul JJ—James & John B—Bartholomew L—Luke Mt—Matthew Mk—Mark BMR—Blessed Mother Room

Monday Is 4:2-6/Ps122:1-2, 3-4b, 4cd-5, 6-7, 8-9/Mt 8:5-11

Tuesday Is 11:1-10/Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17 [cf. 7]/Lk 10:21-24

Wednesday Is 25:6-10a/Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6 [6cd]/Mt 15:29-37

Thursday Is 26:1-6/Ps 118: 1 and 8-9. 19-21, 25-27a [26a]/Mt 7:21, 24-27

Friday Is 29:17-24/Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14 [1a]/Mt 9:27-31

Saturday Is 30:19-21, 23-26/Ps 147:1-2, 3-4, 5-6/Mt 9:35—10:1, 5a, 6-8

Next Sunday Is 11:1-10/ Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 19 [cf. 7]/Rom 15:4-9/Mt 3:1-12

Col. Andrew Morgado (US Army)

Jay Matthews (US Navy) Sgt. Benjamin Wurtz (US

Army/Ft. Hood, TX) Honor Otmar (US Air Force) Matthew Callegari (USCG) Jayson Trucksess (US Navy) Chief Gregory Worman (US

Navy) Joshua Raffaele (USMC) Rachel Mincey (US Navy) LCDR Brandon Aten (USCG) Joseph Otmar (USMC) Casey Henrikson (US Navy) Chad M.R. Schuch (US Air

Force) Emma J. Schuch (US Navy) Lt. Col. Daniel O’Connor

(USMC) Sgt. Sean Collins (US Army) Michael Martins (USMC) Dr. Nick Patellis (NG/Kuwait) Justin Smallwood (USMC) If you have a family member in the military and would like us to pray for them, call the parish office to have their name added to the bulletin, or email your request to Christine Sudano at christine@smdmcc.org.

Please advise when a person above is no longer deployed so we can remove their name from our list. God bless them all & continue to pray for them!

Richard Ackerman Joyce Aitkins Lisa Alberto Lisa Anello Kevin Baird Michelle Barrett Alysa Barthy Michelle Betette George Betz John Bladel Stephanie

Blankenship Victor Bordonaro Howard “Howie”

Bowe Mary Bowe Ines Braga Ralph Buchanan Bryon Campbell Bruce Carey Roger Carey Dellis Sr. Roger Carey Dellis Jr. Ryan Cavanaugh Gerald Chabon Daniel Cino Mike Coyle Regina Cush Maria Deausen Denise Diamond Larry Doege Renee Donaghy Thomas Donaghy Sr. Donna Christina Dougherty Reba Drude Emony

Greg Everett Tony Favara Ariel Fenner Candice Fenner Judy Fields Steven Fitzgerald Greg Flake Michael Forte Anthony Gasparino Jeff Gearhart Linda Geiger Scott Giguere Gladys Grant James Green Nancy Greene Roger Gronert Susan Gronert Catherine Mary

Gubicza Steve Gubicza Rose Harvey Tony Hassert Mark Hefrich Janet Holland Wayne Kellenberger

& Family Marty Klein Andrew Kozer Larry Kuchta James T. Lainge John Lappke Gerald LaRosa Anna Lavrador Catherine Liston Veronica Lyons Dina Mancuso

Frank Mancuso TR Mancuso James B. McCallen James McMonagle Tom McNally Victor Mele Joseph T. Milici Deacon Mike Moody Alvina Moore Mary Ann Murphy Barbara O’Keefe Laura O’Shea Jeffrey Perez Father Pervaiz Thomas Quinn Jayce Ramage Connie Rotondi John Rybacki Jack Salisbury Amanda Schark Rich Small David Smith Gina Stokes Dave Torma Jennifer Triano Eileen Trucksess Alda Vilar Carol Woodard Annette Zabetakis

Heal us, Lord, and we shall be healed; save us, and we shall be saved; for it is You we praise. Send relief and healing for all our diseases, our sufferings and our wounds; for You are a merciful and faithful healer. Blessed are You Lord, who heals the sick.

Receive, Lord, in tranquility and peace, the souls of your servants who have departed out of this

present life to be with you. Give them the life that knows no age, the good things that do not pass

away; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Edward Farley

Your offering of as little as one hour’s wage will help us meet our daily needs.

November 16-17

GENERAL OFFERTORY COLLECTION: $13,429.00 ONLINE GIVING: $ 2,952.00 WEEKLY TOTAL: $16,381.00

Each Sunday, and in fact every day, you are invited to a special banquet at the Table of the Lord. Of course, we use special linens that are fresh and clean for each Mass. We need help in laundering these Linens for the Lord. With a few more volunteers, your turn will only come up once about every eight weeks.

After the last Mass on Sunday, used linens are picked up and taken home for laundering. They are returned Tuesday morning to the parish office in specially labeled bags for each day. The method used is similar to your home laundry: treat stains, soak overnight in a tub, empty water onto the ground, wash in hot water, and iron. We do not launder the large altar linens, only the small purificators, corporals, wash cloths, and towels. What a blessed privilege!

We are all grateful to those who launder the Linens for the Lord: Mary Dardzinski, Ann Dolce, Cheryl Everett, Kathy Kiley, Karen Lord, Judith Mehling, Mary Nodelman, Gracie Smith. We could use your help! Please contact Cheryl Everett for more information at ceverett4@cfl.rr.com or 386-237-7107.

Welcome! Registration forms are available in the Gathering Area, on our website, and in the parish office.

During Advent, as we focus on Jesus’ message of spiritual renewal and peace, let’s look for ways to work for peace and justice. As good stewards we can do this within our own families, neighborhoods, and communi-ties. Being a peaceful presence is being a bringer of Jesus.

Shhhh! Santa’s Secret Workshop is Coming!!!

It’s that time of year again! Our Youth Programs will be collecting items to sell in Santa’s Secret Workshop—a store we open annually for parish children to shop for their families. Please donate new items (see list below) that our Elves from the North Pole can wrap for our parish children. Label your donation with “Santa’s Secret Workshop.” Leave donations in the Gathering Area.

Items Needed: Candles ~ Picture Frames ~ Ornaments ~ Stationery

New toys Children’s Books ~ Religious Items ~ Jewelry Miscellaneous New Items ~ Gift Bags ~ Tissue Paper Scotch Tape ~ Bows ~ Ribbon ~ Christmas Candy

Small Gifts for Santa to pass out to children

The Workshop will be open for purchases Sundays in December prior to Christmas.

The Social Justice Ministry will host a Catholic Relief Services Ethical Trade Sale after all Masses on the weekend of December 7-8. Get a head start on your Christmas shopping while supporting artisans and farmers from disadvantaged places around the world. Purchase Ethical Trade chocolate, coffee, and unique crafts for family, friends, teachers, and coaches (cash and checks only). As an added bonus, a portion of the proceeds from the sale will go to our parish charity ministries. Ethical Trade involves a number of commitments, including: paying fairly and promptly no forced labor and child exploitation providing safe and healthy working conditions providing equal employment opportunities for all

people, particularly the most disadvantaged engaging in environmentally sustainable practices investing in community development projects Ethical Trade commitments make it less likely that people will have to migrate. When we make the conscious decision to purchase Ethical Trade items, we are putting our faith into action, and working to realize the vision of economic justice. For more information on Ethical Trade, visit ethicaltrade.crs.org/why-shop-ethically/.

“[Pope] Benedict XVI reminded us that precisely because it is human, all human activity, including economic activity, must be ethically structured and governed. We must return to the centrality of the human being, to a more ethical vision of activities and of human relationships without the fear of losing something.”

– Pope Francis

BREAKING OPEN THE WORD Santa Maria del Mar Wednesdays, 10am Please join us in the Church for reading and sharing of the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday. All are welcome!

BIBLE STUDY WITH FR. MANNY Santa Maria del Mar Third Thursday of the month, 10am Join Fr. Manny for a Bible Study class on the third Thursday of each month at 10am, in the Learn-ing Center, Peter & Paul Room.

Jackpot up to $200! Every Tuesday at the SMdM Parish Hall. Doors open at 11:15 am. A free lunch is served at 11:30 am when you buy a BINGO pack for only $13. BINGO starts promptly at 12:15 pm. Contact E.Y. Walter at 986-1163 for more information.

The Grace Community Food Pantry wants to continue to be there for those in our communi-ty that need our help and this fundraiser will help us to do just that.

So come out to our “A Taste of Italy” event for a night of music, dancing and good food! Tea, water and coffee will be provided (we ask that you not bring any alcoholic beverages).

Music will by Debbie Owen & Tony T. We will also be having a 50/50 drawing. Come out and support this worthy cause and let’s help all those in need in Flagler County. If you would like to know more about Grace Community Food Pantry please visit our web site at gracecommunityfoodpan-try.com/

Sunday, January 19,

5:30–8:30pm at Santa Maria del Mar

Catholic Church

Tickets are $15/person or 2 for $25. Tickets must be purchased in advance. For tickets or more information, contact: Dottie and Sam Colletta, 386–931-7085 or colletta48@bellsouth.net Becky Bergeron, 386-237-4286 or beckyvon1@aol.com Mail checks to Grace Community Food Pantry, 5400 East HWY 100, Palm Coast, FL 32164

FIRST FRIDAY COMMUNAL ANOINTING OF THE SICK First Friday of the month 5 pm Mass

SIMBANG GABI St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 4600 Belle Terre Dr., Palm Coast Following the Filipino religious tradition, the Filipino community is inviting everyone to a novena (nine-days) of masses as a spiritual preparation for the coming of Jesus at Christmas. This novena of masses will be from Sunday, December 15 through Monday, December 23. All masses will be at 7pm, how-ever, the December 19 mass is at 5:30pm. The final mass on December 23 will be followed by fellowship. Please join us in the cherished tradition and spiritual preparation.

Food donation bags will be distributed after each Mass on the last weekend of each month. Please remember to bring your filled food donation bags back to the Gathering Area the following weekend (first weekend of each month). Thank you for your generosity!

2019 Food Donation Dates December 5

We serve supper to the homeless and people struggling financially, on Mondays from 5-6:30 pm in the Parish Hall. Our many homeless guests need your help. DONATIONS NEEDED PLEASE: Camping tents, men’s, women’s and children’s socks, toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, bars of soap. Donations may be delivered to the Parish Office. For information or to volunteer, please call or text Barbara Zaleski at 727-207-1831 or email bzaleski90@gmail.com or Drew Hoffman at 386-562-3325.

Are you interested in hearing or joining one of our choirs? Check out the infor-mation below for Mass times served and rehearsal times. For information, contact Kim Cazzaniga: kim@smdmcc.org, 386-931-8710.

Adult Choir 1st Sun: Off

2nd/4th Sun: 9am Mass 3rd Sun: 11am Mass

Rehearsal: Thurs 4:30-6pm

Life Teen Choir Every Sunday

at the 2pm Mass.

Children’s Choir

Always remember to turn off the water in the sink when brushing your teeth or shaving. Teach these tricks to your kids and by following them you could save up to four gallons in a minute.

The Altar is a sign of Christ for us. Altar cloths are used out of reverence for the celebration of the Memorial of the Lord and the banquet that gives us His Body and Blood. We are in need of ministry members to properly care for and cleanse our Altar Linens. Please consider joining our ministry. Contact Cheryl Everett, 386-237-7107, for more information.

The BeFriender Ministry at Santa Maria del Mar is a lay pastoral care program where trained volunteers provide a listening presence to others by entering into a caring relationship with those in need, providing emotional and spiritual support. Information shared between BeFrienders and those they befriend is strictly confidential. BeFriender Ministry volunteers are screened and trained and receive on-going support through the BeFriender Leaders. If you need a BeFriender visit, would like to suggest a BeFriender for someone else, are interested in becoming a BeFriender volunteer, or simply have questions about the BeFriender Ministry, please contact Jeannie Johnson in the parish office at email jean@smdmcc.org or office phone (386) 439-2791.

Every Wednesday at 10 am in the LC, Luke Room This ministry provides spiritual and emotional support and the love of Christ to people experiencing grief due to loss, transition, or crisis. Members may send cards, offer condolences, and invite those grieving to attend special Masses. Contact Lois Ambrosia at 386-871-5371 or loisambrosia@gmail.com.

The Centering Prayer ministry is dedicated to fostering the process of transformation in Christ through the practices of the Centering Prayer, Lectio Divina, reflection/sacred sharing, and enrichment experiences. Centering Prayer is simply a wordless, trusting opening of self to the divine presence. While it is about the simplest form of prayer there is, it allows us to get in touch with our natural intimacy with God deep within us that often gets lost in the busyness of life. Weekly Centering Prayer sessions are held in the Learning Center. If you are interested in learning more, contact Sue McBride, 956-9012.

Every Friday at 10 am in the LC, Bartholomew Room This ministry makes and provides rosaries for the Missions and for parish family members. Rosary-making supplies are furnished, and beginners are given instructions in how to make a rosary. Contact Pat Quinn at 386-439-9650.

December 2 Richard Allen, Jhonny Aviles, Marissa Covitt, Paul Dinardo,

Alexander Galbraith, Jennifer Levin, Michael Levin, James Lind,

Michael Posanti, Marjorie St. John, Alfred Vegas

December 3 William Bommer, James Brittain, Carol Chabon, Kylie-Rae Dodd,

Allen Goodman, Marilou Mallada, Angelica Maria Medina, Mia Nilsen,

Arthur O’Hara, Holly Plitt, George Schilte, Denise Siboroski, Lukas Stocker

December 4 McKenzie Cornelius, Carter Coats, Maria Fernando, Makena Lukasik,

Luke O’Reilly, Susan Persch, Ana Sanjurjo, Carolynn Silva,

Will Stead, Robert Wolfe

December 5 Albert Brogan, Michela Colmone, Sharon Corso, David Freckleton,

Frances Harris, John Hillson, Carolyn McGuire, John McKenna,

Marion Mulvenna, Roseanne Stocker, Sharon Walter

December 6 Rochelle Bryl, Christopher Caschera Jr.,

Iris Castillo, Michael Coyle, Teresa DeVries, Gabriella Dixon,

Kristin McCabe-Kline, Anthony Roberti, Troy Rossi, Marianne Schada,

Irene Tilghman, Christine Vesely, Austin Wozniak, Dorothea Wuerstlin

December 7 Stephen Barnier III, Eli Calidonio,

John Caviggia, Dino Constantinou, Dolores del Mundo, Robert DeMaria,

Mitzi Hofmann, Thomas Liston Jr., Madison O’Keefe, Jennifer Santore,

Lawrence Schaffer, Margaret Schloss, Keri Worley

December 8 Ethel Caronna, Margaret Colwell,

Deborah Connelly, Dale Fitzgerald, JoAnn Hartshorn, Icedel June, James Maher, Mary McLellan,

John Puccio, Juan Sanchez, Jo Santospirito, Mark Schiro,

Patricia Secora, Cassandra Ventura

Learn Natural Family Planning (NFP) at home and at your own pace with the Home Study Course from NFP International, nfpandmore.org. Includes Ecological Breastfeeding (it really can space babies), a double-check system of fertility awareness, and Catholic teaching that’s easy to understand. Work with an instructor by email. Completion certificate, only $70.

4751 E. Moody Blvd., Ste 5, Bunnell, FL 32110

info@alphawomencenter.org Phone: 386-586-0210

Free pregnancy tests, infant & maternity clothes, diapers,

formula, parenting classes, post-abortion support, adoption & social services referrals, and

referrals for Medicaid and WIC.

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There is no need to feel alone when real help is available

during an unplanned pregnancy. Caring Choices

at (866) 901-9641 offers help through counseling, support, education, and

resources. This is one decision not to face alone!

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Struggling with emotional or spiritual pain following an

abortion? Rachel’s Vineyard is a post-abortion healing

ministry that will lovingly help to transform your pain to

hope and reconciliation. For more info call (904) 221-3232

Please join the Respect Life Ministry every first Friday to say the Rosary for Life. We will start at 8:30 am,

right before the 9 am Mass.

FRIDAY NIGHT KICK-OFF! Beginning at 5:30pm Rosary, Mass, Food trucks, Video presentation, and Adoration under the stars! Our Lady of La Leche Church, 101 San Marco Avenue

SATURDAY

9am Mass with Bishop Felipe Estevez at Our Lady of La Leche Church, 101 San Marco Avenue

9:45am Live music and info booths

10:30am our peaceful procession begins with speak-ers & will finish with our keynote speaker in the Plaza.

12-4pm Spaghetti Dinner prepared by the Knights of Columbus, 259 Saint George Street

How will we do this? If you would like to participate in creating our parish Living Memory Wall, send us photos of your loved ones that are serv-ing or have served in the U.S. Military, First Responders, Police, Firefighters, EMT’s, and service civilians (those who assisted in combat). You may include living or deceased family members and friends. Families will be grouped together. Kindly include the following information on the back of your photos: Contact name, address, telephone number, name of loved one, rank (if known), branch of service, combat era (i.e., Afghanistan, Iraq, Vietnam, World War II, Korean War…), date if killed in action. All photos will be returned. You may mail or bring your photos to the church office Tuesday through Friday weekly. Place your photos in an envelope and address as follows: Knights of Columbus Attention: Tony Gasparino Santa Maria del Mar Catholic Church 915 North Central Avenue Flagler Beach, FL 32136

Dear Family in Christ, Blessings to you and your family and I thank you for welcoming me to Santa Maria del Mar and our loving Lord for allowing me to come to Santa Maria del Mar. I invite you to participate in a project for our parish family along with your family and friends that will be a cele-bration of love and thanks to our Lord. This project will be a Living Memory Wall of your personal photos of all U.S. Military (Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, Air Force), First Responders, Police, Firefighters, EMT’s, and service civilians (living and deceased). It will be a wonderful way to remember your family members or friends and a peaceful place to say a prayer for your loved ones. We ask our Lord to continue to bless our parish and our Living Memory Wall.

F r i d a y , D e c e m b e r 1 3

Music by: Johnny G

Christmas Dinner/Dance

$20/person

Dinner at 6:30 pm Dancing ‘til 10pm

Santa Maria del Mar Parish Hall

Menu: Roasted Pork, Red Roasted Potatoes,

Salad, Rolls, Dessert

Public Invited!

Sponsored by Council 10514

Make Reservations Early Call: E.Y. (386) 986-1163 or Brian (386) 263-7288

o Bible Study with Fr. Manny Monthly on the third Thursday of each month, 10 am, Church

o Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible Thursdays, 10am, Dec. 5, 12, 19, Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Learning Center, James & John o The Spirit of the Liturgy: Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger Quarterly, Feb. 12/May 13, 5 pm, Church

o The Pivotal Players: St. Augustine & St. Benedict - $20. Fridays, 10 am, Jan, 3, 10, 17, 24, Learning Center, James & John

o Welcome Home Catholics Wednesdays, 10 am, Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26, Learning Center

o The Eucharist and Scripture: Dr. Scott Hahn - $20. Thursdays, 10 am, Feb. 6, 13, 27, Mar. 5, 12, 19, Learning Center, James & John

o James - $27. Circle One: Thursdays, 5 pm, Feb. 6–Apr. 16, Learning Center, James & John OR Fridays, 10 am, Feb. 7–Apr. 17, Learning Center, James & John

o Mary: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother - $25. Thursdays, 5 pm, April 23—June 11, Learning Center, James & John

o Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible - $25. Thursdays, 10 am, Dec. 5, 12, 19, Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Learning Center, James & John

What is Cursillo? The Cursillo can help in developing a deeper understanding and knowledge of our Catholic faith as well as strengthening our conviction to live and share what is fundamental to being Christian. Calling upon the Holy Spirit for enlighten-ment and guidance, the Cursillo is delivered by a team of religious and lay people who present a series of talks to the candidates “proclaiming the best news of the best reality: That God, in Jesus Christ, loves us….” Throughout the Cursillo weekend the candidates will pray together, attend daily Mass and have an opportunity to receive the sacrament of reconciliation.

Upcoming Retreats:

Men’s (English) Feb. 6-9, 2020 Camp St. John

Women’s (English) Feb. 20-23, 2020 Camp St. John

What’s the story behind the Advent wreath?

Each season in the liturgical calendar comes with its own local and regional rituals. During the Advent season, wreathes adorn church sanctuaries and family dining room tables. You may have said Advent wreath prayers in childhood or taken a turn lighting the candles. The Advent wreath is full of symbolism about Christ and his coming at Christmas. The wreath is made of evergreen boughs, reminding us that the life of grace doesn’t falter with the changing seasons. It remains always remains fresh and new. Similarly, a circular wreath reminds us of the eternal, never-ending nature of God’s love. Candles remind us that Christ is the light of the world, the One who “shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” We use four candles to represent each week of Advent. Traditionally they come in the iturgical colors of the season. Purple has historically represent-ed penance and sacrifice. We see the same color for the season of Lent. On the third Sunday of Advent, however, we light a rose color. The priest will wear rose vestments at Mass. This is Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete means “rejoice” in Latin. On the third Sunday of Advent, we’re roughly halfway through the season. The Church chooses the midpoint to remind us to celebrate in the midst of our anticipation! Whatever the color and whatever the day, the Advent wreath is a beautiful practice to focus our attention on Christ’s coming at Christmas.

©LPi