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This week in our discussion on the Covenant of St. John XXIII we focus on Serve. As our Covenant states, we as disciples of Jesus Christ and as a member of our parish, dedicate ourselves to serve by supporting the parish mission in generously giving of our time and talent and by participating in a ministry, committee, special event or charitable cause. Take a look at how we serve others through our Eucharistic Outreach Ministry. One privilege we have as Catholics is to bring Jesus Christ to our people. We can do this through prayer, works of mercy, and most importantly by bringing the Body of Christ to those who are unable to come to Mass. We accomplish this Eucharistic Outreach in our area by serving Gulf Coast Hospital, the homebound, and our senior living communities.

SERVING AT GULF COAST HOSPITAL:Our Gulf Coast Hospital volunteers make daily visits to pray with, and give the Body of Christ to Catholic patients. Last year our teams visited almost 17,000 patients! The Gulf Coast Medical Center currently has capacity of 340 beds and in the fall of 2020 that will increase to 540 beds.One of our Eucharistic Ministers and Leads at the Hospital, Paul Kielmeyer, would like to share what he experienced: "One Sunday after Mass, I was

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St. John XXIII Catholic Church

13060 Palomino Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33912 | P 239-561-2245 | F 239-561-3713 | www.johnxxiii.netJanuary 20, 2019

“Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.”

Matthew 25:40

by: Deacon Francis Head, Helen Tuffy, RN and Paul Kielmeyer

Serving others in Christ

The Mission of St. John XXIII Catholic Church is to actively engage all those who desire to more fully accept and live out the message of Christ, welcoming and respecting all people regardless of background, history, race or color, as we strive to nurture spiritual growth and personal holiness on our journey to become more responsible stewards of God’s gifts.

Pastoral TeamBusiness ManagerHolly [email protected]______________________Maintenance SupervisorRob Erp 239-561-2245______________________ Dir. of Faith FormationChris [email protected] 239-561-7499______________________ BookkeeperAna [email protected]______________________ ReceptionistMaryAnn [email protected]______________________ Admin. AssistantJennifer [email protected]______________________ Coordinator of Parishioner Engagement Jennifer [email protected]______________________ Bulletin EditorColleen [email protected]______________________ Director of Music MinistriesThomas [email protected]______________________ Thrift Store ManagerCynthia [email protected] S. Tamiami Trail #110Ft. Myers, FL 33908

______________________ Parish Life CenterCoordinatorIvette [email protected] 239-561-2245______________________Coordinator/High School& Young Adult MinistryBeth [email protected] 239-561-3022______________________Coordinator/Middle School& Young Adult MinistryKelly [email protected] 239-561-3022______________________ Faith Formation AssistantTrisha [email protected] 239-561-7499 ______________________ Office AssistantBrenda [email protected]______________________ Admin. AssistantBarbara [email protected]

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MASS SCHEDULEDaily Masses:Monday-Saturday, 8:00amRosary-7:30am (Mon.-Sat.)Divine Mercy after 8am MassWeekend Masses:Saturday 8:00am, 3:30pm and 5:30pmVietnamese Mass 8:00pmSunday, 7:15am, 9:15amand 11:15amSpanish Mass: 1:30pm every SundayReconciliation:Saturday 8:30-9:00amFirst Friday Adoration:Friday 8:30-9:00amPastorRev. Robert TabbertParochial VicarsFr. Saji Ellickal [email protected] Fr. Lawrence M. [email protected] Rich [email protected] Nick [email protected] Francis [email protected] OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-Noon | 1:00-4:00pm239-561-2245

MINISTRY TO THE SICK: A priest is on call 7 days a week, 24hrs a day for these hospitals:Health Park - St. ColumbkilleChurch 239-489-3973Lee Memorial - St. Francis Xavier Church 239-334-2161Gulf Coast - St. John XXIII239-561-2245RECEIVING THE SACRAMENT: You are encouraged to receive the Sacrament of the Sick before being admitted to a facility.St. Columbkille - Hope Hospice239-489-39739470 Health Park Circle,Ft. Myers, FL St. Raphael - Lehigh Acres Health & Rehab Center239-369-21941550 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FLHope Hospice 239-369-1831 1201 Wings Way, Lehigh Acres, FLSt. Leo - Hope Hospice239-992-090127200 Imperial Pkwy,Bonita Springs, FLSt. Vincent de Paul239-693-0818

JANUARY 27TH, 2019 - READINGS • 1ST READING NEH 8:2-4A, 5-6, 8-10 • 2ND READING 1 COR 12:12-30• GOSPEL LK 1:1-4; 4:14-21

Mass Inten t i on sSATURDAY, JANUARY 19• 8:00 AM † Stanley G. White by his wife, Jo Anne• NEW TIME 3:30 PM † David Capriotti by Marlene & David Wandrisco• NEW TIME 5:30 PM † Ruth Della-Luna by her family • 8:00 PM In ThanksgivingSUNDAY, JANUARY 20• 7:15 AM † Carol Martek by Diane & Jim• 9:15 AM † Lucy M. Cacchio by Tami Smith & family• 11:15 AM † Kiara Marie Gibbs by Loretta Gibbs• NEW TIME 1:30 PM Spanish MassMONDAY, JANUARY 21 • 8:00 AM † Edward & Rose Giampaolo by Maria & AnthonyTUESDAY, JANUARY 22• 8:00 AM † Faustina DeSantis by her familyWEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23• 8:00 AM † Annie Centineo by her friendsTHURSDAY, JANUARY 24• 8:00 AM † Betty Clarke by her husband, BillFRIDAY, JANUARY 25• 8:00 AM † Dulce Maria Frias by Maria & RaySATURDAY, JANUARY 26• 8:00 AM † Agnes Boller by Carmen Cordes• NEW TIME 3:30 PM † Maria Fioribello by The Fioribello Family• NEW TIME 5:30 PM † David Capriotti by Marlene & David Wandrisco • NO VIETNAMESE MASS SUNDAY, JANUARY 27• 7:15 AM † James DeNatale by Pat & Adrian Humbert• 9:15 AM † John Parker by Bill & Mary Brodeur• 11:15 AM † Louise DiZoglio by Bill & Barbara• NEW TIME 1:30 PM Spanish Mass

THE 2019 MASS BOOK IS OPEN FOR THE ENTIRE YEARTo ensure availability throughout the year, we must limit requests for the English speaking Masses to no more than (2) weekend Masses and (2) weekday Masses for the entire year. Other options will remain available: Tabernacle Candle $15 per week, Eucharistic Host $15 per week.

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Foster a STRONGER PARISH LIFE at St. John XXIII and better engage the New Evangelization.Download our app: myparishapp.com or search your phone’s app store for myparish. You can also text the word “APP” to 88202!

Pastoral TeamBusiness ManagerHolly [email protected]______________________Maintenance SupervisorRob Erp 239-561-2245______________________ Dir. of Faith FormationChris [email protected] 239-561-7499______________________ BookkeeperAna [email protected]______________________ ReceptionistMaryAnn [email protected]______________________ Admin. AssistantJennifer [email protected]______________________ Coordinator of Parishioner Engagement Jennifer [email protected]______________________ Bulletin EditorColleen [email protected]______________________ Director of Music MinistriesThomas [email protected]______________________ Thrift Store ManagerCynthia [email protected] S. Tamiami Trail #110Ft. Myers, FL 33908

______________________ Parish Life CenterCoordinatorIvette [email protected] 239-561-2245______________________Coordinator/High School& Young Adult MinistryBeth [email protected] 239-561-3022______________________Coordinator/Middle School& Young Adult MinistryKelly [email protected] 239-561-3022______________________ Faith Formation AssistantTrisha [email protected] 239-561-7499 ______________________ Office AssistantBrenda [email protected]______________________ Admin. AssistantBarbara [email protected]

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stopped by a parishioner. He said that I probably would not remember him, but two years earlier, I gave him Communion when he was in the hospital. He told me that it was a particularly trying time for him as he faced several medical conditions. He said that it was my visit with him that reinforced his faith in God and led to a successful outcome. He said, "Thank you again!" Being a positive influence for people is the best reward. Serving others is what we are called to do.At the parish office, we recently received the following from a patient at the hospital. "I would like to express my thanks for the care that your parish community showed when I was a patient in a Fort Myers Hospital a couple of weeks ago. Two members of the parish came with Holy Communion, and a priest anointed me. (We discovered that we had a priest acquaintance in common, so the world really is small.) I was very impressed by this encounter with St. John XXIII parish!"

SERVING IN OUR HOMEBOUND MINISTRY:The Homebound Ministry realizes that the spiritual needs of our parishioners do not stop once they are no longer able to attend Mass. Whether our parishioner is experiencing a disability or unable to come to Mass for a short period of time, we have a ministry that reaches out to them to serve. Per Helen Tuffy, we provide time for prayers and bring the homebound the Eucharist. In some case we may be the only people they see week-to-week. Our ministers may also identify other needs the homebound person may have and we can further help by sharing those needs with our Parish Nurses and other agencies when applicable.

SERVING IN OUR SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIES:Our ministry to our senior living communities is responsible for bringing the Eucharist to Cypress Point, Manor Care, and American House facilities. We bring the Eucharist to senior care and memory care homes. This ministry is growing and in addition to these communities, there are several more currently being built within our church boundaries.Deacon Francis Head, who leads our ministries at the senior living facilities, recently shared the following: "This ministry has given me so much. My parents and grandparents are all deceased, yet through this ministry I have experienced the love and wisdom our seniors offer. It is amazing that by making the effort to serve others, they are actually ministering to me. I receive such satisfaction from bringing the Eucharist to our parish family who is unable to travel to the church."The Ministries of Eucharistic Outreach help these vital members of our parish continue to participate in parish life even though they are unable to travel. It is through this work that we can serve "the least of these" as Jesus taught us.Each of these ministries is a growing area and we ask you to join us. No matter how much time you have available, we can use your help in this rewarding ministry. Please contact the parish office at (239) 561-2245 for more information.

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Fernando EspinozaTerry DugginsTom StankowskiTim SmithJill SokoloffMary CollinsGenevieve WiesenJuan CruzJason BrownJerry NorthJoão Mota FilhoRosanne CatalinoJoe BeardPauline MoranTim O’ConnorCarol RomanBetty RossDon DaviesDan Pieper

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Please remember in your prayers all of our parish family and friends who suffer physically, emotionally or spiritually, especially:

These names are kept in the bulletin for one month. If you would like continual prayer, please add your name to the prayer book in the Narthex. The best way to ensure your loved ones are consistently prayed for within our greater E-Prayer Community - email Betsy Engelbrecht at [email protected] names will be circulated to an ever-growing list of people who will pray for them by name!

Pray e r Li s t

Life is changed, not ended. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!Francisco Bosa

Prayers forEternal Life

Way s t o Memo r i a l i z eFor requests to memorialize a loved one, you may call or stop in our Parish office.

In Memory of: Peggy Baker Requested by: her sister, Ann

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CREDIT CARD POLICY:We MUST request that any credit card transactions made at St. John XXIII be a minimum of $25. Thank You!

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Those who are new to our Parish this year, and those who’ve been coming for years without being registered, we need your help in staying organized and planning for our future needs. Having an accurate database of our parishioners will help us know where and how we need to grow. Thank you to everyone who registered with our Parish. If you have not received a welcome letter, please call the Parish Office to confirm your registration. All new parishioners, and those interested in registering in our Parish, are invited to attend The New Parishioner Orientation this Sunday, January 20th, 2019 at 12:30pm in the Chapel.This is your opportunity to become informed and active members of the Parish and participate in our various ministries. Registering at St. John XXIII is a declaration of your desire to be part of a Catholic community. Please let the parish office know your email address OR you can even update it on the Parish website! www.johnxxiii.net Frequently, those seeking to celebrate Marriage, Baptisms or serve as sponsors for Confirmation or Baptism request a letter stating that they are parishioners. To receive such a letter, one must be registered in the parish, attend Mass regularly, and be committed to stewardship of time, talent and treasure. One means of verifying participation is through the use of parish offertory envelopes. If you choose not to participate in the support of the parish or are unable to contribute at this time, please at least note your prayerful support on your envelope and place it in the weekly offertory basket.

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PFC Bryan BardSean BallMajor Bart BomaStaff Sgt. Dennis CosgroveSgt. Phil DelliboviStaff Sgt. Chris DominskiCPT Andrew Dugan, Spec. Forces Captain Andrew DuguaySgt. Jared GaudetTech Sgt Jeffrey K. Green1st Lt. Kellyn HallAndrew Herman1st Lt. Paige HortmanSgt. Kathleen Hudepohl PFC Michael P HughesSPC Michael JednakPFC Andrew KanopkhMichael KlemCapt. Bradley D. LauxLt. Jacob Mundo, US ArmySgt. Nicholas Mundo, USMCSSGT Anthony Padula

LCP James Palenik Master SGT Peter Parison Sgt. Justin Pingicer, Army Lt. Col. Brady Sexton 2nd Lt. Kristen Thompson Christian Troutner, US Navy Alex Zizzo, US Navy Medic PFC Jordan Feil, USA Hayden Linde Aaron Crump, USCG PFC Nathaniel Broemmel Lt. Com. Mark Buonomo Col. Scott C. Woodward Private Nicholas Loeb, ARNG Andrew Hawkinson, USN Cavalry Scout Specialist, Ryan Silva, Army 2nd Lt. Greg Fry, USMC Jared Broemmel, US Navy Army 2nd Lieutenant Edward Hudson Tillinghast IV

David PisanoShirley BressanelliAl & Sophie LendinoBryant Marles & Andrea GutierrezJason & Andrea BlumensteinStephen & Deborah GielowskiKent & Catherine Kozlowski

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Saturday, January 19• First Reconciliation: Church - 10am• Vigil Masses - 3:30pm & 5:30pm • Vietnamese Mass - 8pm____________________________________________________________

Sunday, January 20• Masses 7:15, 9:15 & 11:15am/Hospitality: Main Hall• RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults): 9:15am Mass

followed by 10:30am Session: Rooms St. Martha & St. Mary• New Family Orientation: Chapel 12:30pm • Spanish Mass: 1:30pm• High School Youth Group Mass: Chapel - 4pm• Confirmation Yr 2: Main Hall - 5pm____________________________________________________________

Monday, January 21• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day• Men's Gospel Forum: Rooms St. Martha & St. Mary - 7am• Craftie Ladies: Villas - 1pm• Surviving Divorce/Adult Faith Education: Rooms

St. Bernadette & St. Michael - 6:30pm• Women’s Guild: Room St. Martha & St. Mary - 6:30pm____________________________________________________________

Tuesday, January 22• Opening the Word: St. Bernadette & St. Michael - 9am • Bereavement: Rooms St. Bernadette & St. Michael - 1pm• Spanish Rosary: Cry Room - 6pm• Matthew Bible Study Session 3: Rooms St. Bernadette

& St. Michael - 6:30pm• Adoration Chapel Q&A: St. Martha & St. Mary - 6:30pm____________________________________________________________

Wednesday, January 23• Faith Formation Session I: Main Hall - 4pm• Children’s Choir Practice: Choir Loft - 5:25pm• Middle School Youth Group Pizza Sales: Main Hall - 5:30pm• Faith Formation Session II: Main Hall - 6pm• Middle School Youth Group: St. Martha & St. Mary - 6pm• Middle School Choir Practice: - 7:17pm____________________________________________________________

Thursday, January 24• Nourish: Rooms St. Bernadette & St. Michael - 2pm • Choir: Choir Loft - 6pm• Hispanic Ministry Meeting: 6pm followed by Hispanic

Choir: Both in Rooms St. Bernadette & St. Michael: 7pm• Faith & Wine: Main Hall - 6:30pm____________________________________________________________

Friday, January 25____________________________________________________________

Saturday, January 26• Blood Pressure Check in the Narthex after all Masses• Catholic Schools Week• Sacrament of the Sick following all Masses• Pray Walk/Abortion Clinic: Meets after the 8am Mass• Vigil Masses - 3:30pm & 5:30pm ____________________________________________________________

Sunday, January 27• Blood Pressure Check in the Narthex after all Masses• Catholic Schools Week• Sacrament of the Sick following all Masses• Masses 7:15, 9:15 & 11:15am: Main Hall• RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults): 9:15am Mass

followed by 10:30am Session: Rooms St. Martha & St. Mary• Sing/Ring Choir Rehearsal: Choir Loft - 10:45am• Vietnameses New Years Celebration: Main Hall - 11am • Spanish Mass: 1:30pm• Altar Server Celebration: Alico Family Golf - 3pm


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Opening the Word is a weekly Bible Study exploring the upcoming Sunday Readings.When? Tuesday Mornings from 9am-10am

All Are Invited to Opening The Word!

We will use the parish resource, Formed.org to prepare for the Readings that we hear each Sunday.To register go to www.johnxxiii.formed.org and follow the instructions to sign in and to view Catholic content 24/7.We will watch a short video (7-10 minutes), share what the Readings say to us, and discuss how we can apply them to our lives.This Bible Study meets every Tuesday morning in the PARISH LIFE CENTER FROM 9AM-10AM IN ROOMS ST. BERNADETTE & ST. MICHAEL.

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The next sessions will be offered Tuesday nights from 6:30-8pm in the Parish Life Center, in rooms St. Bernadette and St. Michael.To join our study and register, go to:www.ascensionpress.com and create an account. Follow the instructions to join and register online. You will purchase your study set book at this time ($28.95 + shipping) and it will be shipped directly to you. You can view the videos from home!

Contact: Edith Trafford: [email protected]

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SACRAMENT PREPARATION:BAPTISM: Congratulations on your decision to baptize your child! At St. John XXIII we are happy to help your family prepare for the celebration. Baptisms are offered for registered members of Saint John XXIII and are scheduled only after the preparation process is completed by the parents. Please do not make arrangements for family members until you have actually received a date. Contact the office at (239) 561-2245 for more information or to begin the process.FIRST COMMUNION: (also called First Eucharist and First Reconciliation) Children in First grade or above, who have expressed a desire and willingness and are attending Mass, are welcome to begin the two year process of preparing for these Sacraments. The first year consists of regular attendance at Faith Formation classes or through a Diocesan Catholic school. (Either St. Francis Xavier or St. Andrew) The second year continues those classes, but also adds in direct Sacramental Preparation (Reconciliation and Communion) sessions. Please contact Chris at 561-7499 for more information or to begin the process. Parents who Home school their children must contact the office during Year I. CONFIRMATION PREPARATION: celebrating the Sacrament of Confirmation is a two year process that now begins at the start of 9th Grade and is celebrated in the Fall of 11th grade. (Older teens are certainly welcome also!). Each year consists of Faith Formation through the parish Youth Group or a Diocesan Catholic school (Bishop Verot) as well as scheduled Confirmation classes and a retreat. Please note: Students from Bishop Verot must register and attend the preparation classes at the beginning of 9th grade. If you are entering the 9th grade or would like more information on our program, contact Chris at (239) 561-7499 to begin the process.

Mark You rCal e n d a r Now for the best week of the Summer! Vacation Bible Camp will be held June 24th to the 28th for children in grades Kindergarten to entering 6th grade! We also have a PreK age 4 program. This year our theme will be Roar! Life is Wild, God is Good! Registration will start in April. Please watch the bulletin for future information!

THIS WEEK IN FAITH FORMATION:Faith Formation will be held this Wednesday, January 23rd. • 1/23: Faith Formation• 1/30: Sacrament Prep Year II students and parents/

NO Faith Formation

Contact Chris Biel | 561-7499 | [email protected]

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Young Adult Ministry - 561-3022 xt 107Contact Beth Benham | [email protected] Contact Kelly Evers | [email protected]

HSYG Contact Beth Benham | [email protected] Contact Kelly Evers | [email protected]

High School Youth GroupHSYG - Sundays 5pm to 6:30pm *NOTE NEW TIME

Welcoming All Young Adults 18 -39

Join Our Facebook Group: Rooted at St. John XXIII for updates and local happenings.

• February 7 - We will meet in the new Parish Life Center for a social gathering. Topic TBD.

• January 20 - NEW YOUTH MASS in the Our Lady of the Rosary Chapel at 4pm All are Welcome!

• January 20 - Confirmation Year 2 from 5pm-6:30pm• January 27 - No Session

Middle School Youth GroupMSYG - Wednesdays 6pm to 7:15pm

Sav e t h e Dat e s :

• January 23 - Is a Creed to Live By• January 30 - Fire, Faith, & Fun

THIS WEEK: Using the Bible we will break down Our Creed finding the verses that influenced our Catholic Faith.

Youth Mass: Sunday Evenings at 4pm: January 20, February 24, March 24, April 28 and May 19 Altar Server Celebration: January 27 - Alico Family Golf at 3pmMSYG Overnight & Saturday Day Service: February 8-9REBOOT Retreat: February 20 PLEASE TURN IN DOV FORMS ASAP!

Have you received the Sacrament of Confirmation?Just as bodies and minds grow, Catholics believe that the soul also needs to grow in the life of grace. The Sacrament of Confirmation builds on the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation and Holy Communion, completing the process of initiation into the Catholic community.

Thinking about joining the Catholic Church, but feel a little lost? The RCIA inquiry stage is the starting place for adults who are thinking about entering the Catholic Church.“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10In the inquiry stage, you’re just finding out about Jesus, Christianity, and the Catholic Church. Talk to people, walk around in our shoes for a bit and get a feel for the place. As an inquirer, you’re not yet sure exactly what you think about the Catholic Church. Your main task here is to develop your faith a little bit, get to know Christ, prayer, the Catholic Church, and how Christians live. That’s the only way you can make an informed decision about entering the Catholic Church.

Want to Hear More?Please call the parish office at (239) 561-2245 and make an appointment to meet with Father Bob.

For questions please contact Ginny Whelan at:(239) 362-1283 or email: [email protected]

DOCTRINE SESSIONS

Janua r y : 1/20: - Baptism & Confirmation Sacraments of Initation

1/27: - Penance & Moral Living

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PRESENTS

Hispan i c Mini s t ryANNOUNCEMENTS

“Actúa siempre con toda justicia” (Dt 16, 18-20) es el lema para la Semana de Oración por la Unidad de los Cristianos 2019. Al menos una vez al año, se invita a los cristianos a evocar la oración de Jesús para sus discípulos: «para que todos sean uno; [...]; para que el mundo crea [...]» (véase Juan 17,21). Los corazones se conmueven y los cristianos se reúnen para orar por su unidad. Las congregaciones y parroquias de todo el mundo organizan intercambios de predicadores o celebraciones y cultos ecuménicos especiales. El evento en el que tiene su origen esta experiencia única es la Semana de oración por la unidad de los cristianos. Esta semana de oración se celebra tradicionalmente del 18 al 25 de enero, entre las festividades de la confesión de San Pedro y la de la conversión de San Pablo. TEXTO BÍBLICO PARA 2019: (Deuteronomio 16: 11-20) Regocíjate ante el Señor tu Dios: tú y tus hijos y tus hijas, tus esclavos y hembras, los levitas que residen en tus pueblos, así como los extraños, los huérfanos y las viudas que están entre ustedes, en el lugar donde se encuentran. Señor tu Dios elegirá como morada por su nombre. Recuerde que usted era un esclavo en Egipto y observe con diligencia estos estatutos. Deberá celebrar el festival de cabinas durante siete días, cuando se haya reunido en el producto de su trilla y su prensa de vino. Regocíjate durante tu festival, tú y tus hijos y tus hijas, tus esclavos y esclavas, así como los levitas, los extraños, los huérfanos y las viudas que residen en tus ciudades. Durante siete días mantendrás la fiesta al Señor tu Dios en el lugar que el Señor elija; porque el Señor tu Dios te bendecirá en todos tus productos y en todas tus empresas, y seguramente celebrarás. Tres veces al año, todos tus varones se presentarán ante el Señor tu Dios en el lugar que él elija: en el festival del pan sin levadura, en el festival de las semanas, y en el festival de las cabinas. No aparecerán ante el Señor con las manos vacías; Todos darán lo que puedan, de acuerdo con la bendición que el Señor tu Dios te haya dado. Designarás jueces y funcionarios en todas tus tribus, en todos tus pueblos que el Señor tu Dios te está dando, y ellos tomarán decisiones justas para la gente. No debes distorsionar la justicia; no debes mostrar parcialidad; y no debes aceptar sobornos, porque un soborno ciega los ojos de los sabios y subvierte la causa de los que están en lo correcto. La justicia, y solo la justicia, la perseguirás, para que puedas vivir y ocupar la tierra que el Señor tu Dios te está dando. Cada domingo a las 1:30 tendremos misa en español con el padre Lorenzo, favor ser puntuales.Los invitamos a que nos acompañen al rezo del Rosario todos los martes a las 6pm dentro de la Iglesia, no pierdan la oportunidad de acercarse a Nuestra Santísima Madre.Anímense a participar en la misa como lector o en otras actividades de preparación y celebración de nuestra misa. Escriba todas sus inquietudes, peticiones y preguntas a [email protected] o puede visitar http://www.facebook.com/HispanosJPXXIII

Semana de oración por la unidad de los cristianos

The Craftie Ladies would like to wish all of you a very Happy New Year and a safe 2019. Thank you again for your continued support of our craft sale. Thank you to our awesome setup/take down crew. (pictured below) and a special thank you to our spouses, who found that they have “volunteered” their services.The Craftie Ladies are shocked and saddened upon the sudden death of fellow Craftie Lady, Diana St. Clair. Her sweet personality, generosity and baked goods will be greatly missed!Once again, we are reminded that God has a plan for all of us. In future bulletins, we will keep you up to date on our various monthly projects. January is always our comfort blanket month.

JANUARY UPDATECraftie Ladies

Join Us!The Craftie Ladies meet every Monday at St. John XXIII Villas from 1-3pm. If you are interested in learning about this ministry, please stop by! No experience necessary and we provide on the job training!

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ADORATIONCORNER

ADORATION CHAPEL Q&AWITH DEACON RICH

Please Join us for a presentation on the Adoration Chapel with Deacon Rich Klish to discuss policies, benefits of adoration and signing up to be Adorers.We will assist you with any issues regarding our NEW Electronic Sign Up-VPS to be Adorers.All those who have already signed up to be Adorers please look for email from Adoration Ministry St. John XXIII to begin self-scheduling.The Real presence of the Chapel is NOW here! Please plan to attend for more information.ALL NEW Adorers are WELCOME to register now by visiting the Church Website Ministry tab or going directly to: h t t p s : / / s e c u r e . r o t u n d a s o f t w a r e . c o m / l /enrollment/johnxxiii

TUESDAY IN THE PARISH LIFE CENTER:JANUARY 22ND: 6:30PM-7:30PM

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Join Us!

Come Sit With Me

Chape l HoursMONDAY - FRIDAY: 9am-4pm

SATURDAY: 9am-3pm

Monday, January 21

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

Remember ing

"The time is always RIGHT to do what is

RIGHT."

On January 26th & 27th after all of the Masses we will have volunteers present to help you sign in to Ministry Scheduler Pro, the new scheduling system for Altar Servers, Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors. In addition we will have volunteers present to help Adorers sign in to Volunteer Scheduler Pro for the Adoration Chapel. Please stop by if you would like help.

S c h e d u l i n g S o f t w a r e

Blood Pressure CheckJANUARY 26-27 - After All Masses

PLEASE NOTE: Bring your digital blood pressure cuff to church so we can compare readings to evaluate the accuracy of the cuff you are using at home.

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MAKING A STOCK TRANSFERWhen making a stock transfer to the Diocese of Venice on behalf of St. John XXIII, please email [email protected] to let us know you made the request. Sometimes a transfer comes to the Diocese with no name or no parish name. This will help us track the transaction. Thank you.

FALL RAFFLE WINNERSNovember 12th: $100 EACH • Paul Puffenberger• William PautlerNovember 19th: $200 EACH • Guy Mangano• Fran MihnaNovember 26th: $300 EACH • Judith Simpson• Josephine KadashDecember 3rd: $400 EACH • Paula Mattras• Betty RossDecember 10th: $500 EACH• Marisa Horn• Shirley Rost$2,500 GRAND PRIZE • Angie Flathau

Congratulations

M E M O R I A L I Z EA L O V E D O N E

MemorializationThe art of

commemorating the lives of

those we love.

Here at St. John XXIII, we have several ways to memorialize your loved one. If you are interested in learning more, call our Business Manager, Holly Atkins at (239) 561-2245


January 13, 2019Offertory $31,385.00Building Fund $7,518.00Total $38,903.00Mass Attendance 4422Registered Families 3599Kid’s Offertory Envelopes $0.00

No money is kept on Church property. Thank you for your continued generosity!

*Please make your checks payable to “St. John XXIII”

2018 Catholic Faith Appeal2018 Goal $339,000Pledge $601,590.88% of Goal 177.46%% of Households 29.82%Total $598,154.88

Holly Atkins at (239) 561-2245

“I bequeath the greater of $_____ or _____% of the residue of my estate to Bishop Frank J. Dewane, (or his successor), Roman Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Venice in Florida, a corporation sole, whose principal office is located at 1000 Pinebrook Rd., Venice, FL 34285, For the benefit of St. John XXIII Catholic Parish, in Fort Myers, Inc.”

The actual wording in your will should be determined by you and your attorney.

A bequest is a wonderful way to express gratitude to God for a lifetime of blessings! The gift you give establishes a lasting legacy of love for others by helping the Church to continue our Catholic heritage through its many ministries.PLEASE NOTE: Leaving money to the Parish in your will is not assessed and 100% goes to the parish.The following is possible wording for including a bequest in your will:

PLANNING YOUR WILLRemember St. John XXIII

Weekly Financials

For more information, questions, or wish to consider a gift annuity or trust for St. John XXIII Catholic Church, then please contact:

A N D B E Y O N D

END OF LIFEWORKSHOP

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We want to congratulate St. Francis Xavier student and parishioner Riley Peplinski for being awarded one of the DeSale’s Scholarships to Bishop Verot. Five scholarships are given each year based on the top scores on the Bishop Verot entrance exam. He is pictured with his parents Frank and Amy Peplinski, Fr. Anthony, pastor of St. Francis School, and David Nelson Assistant Principal for student life at Bishop Verot.

Are you a son, daughter, husband, parent, friend or relative that is a Caregiver? (a.k.a. HERO?) This workshop is being held to aid those with this modern-day concern of caring for the caregiver.It will be filled with practical advice and roundtable discussions, you’ll see you are not alone in this process. There is help for you to navigate these times with a Christ-centered view. The Nourish workshop is for anyone who is juggling the challenges of life, career and family while caring for an aging parent, spouse, or grandparent, whether nearby or at a distance. Explore in this workshop the roles and impact of the family caregiver and discover ways to maintain your well-being. Practical tools and emotional support will enable you to thrive while caring for another. Be nourished!

For more information contact:Helen Tuffy at (239) 826-6873

THURSDAY, JANUARY 24th2pm-4pm

PARISH LIFE CENTERSt. Bernadette & St. Micheal

P A R I S H N U R S E

Sponsored by the

T E A M

For Caregivers

Prepare to Care

Alico Family Golf Center16300 Lee Rd. Ft. Myers

(239) 334-4653

A P P R E C I A T I O NALTAR SERVER

P YARTThe Altar Server Ministry will be having an appreciation party for the families on Sunday, January 27th at Alico Family Golf Center. The party begins at 3pm and includes snacks, cupcakes, drinks, and a round of miniature golf. Families need to RSVP by Wednesday, January 23rd.

contact: [email protected]

Take Exit 128 go west, make a right on Lee Rd. Alico Center will be on the left ½ mile.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 273:00pm

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NO CHARGE!

The Faith Alive! Team is sponsoring a new series as part of our parish’s Adult Faith Formation ministry. We will be showing movies in our Parish Life Center, followed by a discussion of the film. It is an opportunity to discuss and a chance to meet other parishioners and have a faith-filled discussion on an important topic. Our next presentation is Romero. This film focuses on the life and work of Saint Oscar Romero. As Archbishop of El Salvador, he opposed injustice and oppression at great personal risk.

Please RSVP by January 28thso we know how much food to prepare.Pizza donated by: The Knights of ColumbusRSVP via email: [email protected]

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16PM TO 8:30PM

IN THE PARISH LIFE CENTER

FilmandFaith

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 76:30pm In The Parish Life Center

END OF LIFEWORKSHOP

THE CATHOLIC PERSPECTIVE

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General Announcements• Have You Listened to Our Podcasts? Listen to our weekly

inspirational messages from Father Bob and homilies from Mass. Visit our site weekly at johnxxiii.podbean.com

• “Like” our Facebook Page! For all the latest happenings and inspirational messages “Like” us on Facebook. Just search “St. John XXIII Catholic Church".

• Our Weekly Newsletter: Visit our website, johnxxiii.net, scroll down to “Stay Connected” and enter your email address.

• Download Our Parish App: Foster a stronger parish life at St. John XXIII and better engage the New Evangelization. Download our app today at myparishapp.com or search your phone’s app store for myparish. You can also text the word “APP” to 88202!

• St. John XXIII Catholic Church Mass Times: Stay up to date and visit: http://johnxxiii.net/info/new-mass-schedule/ for our Mass schedule.

• Directory of Perpetual Adoration Chapels: If you are visiting, vacationing or away from home, you can find churches that provide Adoration by visiting http://www.therealpresence.org/states/perp.htm

• Interested in Serving our Parish Family During Mass? Men, women and teens may serve as a Greeter, Usher, Lector, or Eucharistic Minister. Please contact the parish office at (239) 561-2245, if you feel called to serve in any of these areas, we can use your time and talent!

• Nonperishable Donations: When you are coming to Mass, please consider dropping off any nonperishable items in designated baskets located in the Narthex. These items help supply our food pantries and help those in need.

• Journey to Hope: We offer support and education to families with mental illness or with dual diagnosis. The next meeting will take place Friday, February 1st at St. John XXIII in Rooms St. Martha & St. Mary.

• Bereavement & Beyond: If you have lost a loved one, we offer a safe, supportive place to deal with this life changing event. The Bereavement and Beyond Group meets each Tuesday from 1pm-3pm in the Community Room. For more information contact the Parish office at (239) 561-2245

• People Asking For Money Outside of Church: We remind you that if there is anyone asking for money around the Church outside of Mass at our exits, ignore them. We have been contacted by the police regarding a group of professionals who travel to various churches. Be generous in giving to our Poor Boxes. That is where and how we can assist those who are truly in need. Be sure to take your purses with you to Communion.

• If you are hospitalized at Gulf Coast Hospital and would like to be visited by one of our Eucharistic Ministers or our Parish nurses, please let the Hospital Admissions Office know you are from our parish and contact our parish office, as well. Once you go home, if you are unable to attend Mass and would like to have the Eucharist brought to you, please call the parish office. (239) 561-2245

65+SINGLES

SENIOR

Please RSVP to:Joann Hanak (239) 277-9886

by Friday, February 1st

FEBRUARY 3RD11:00 AM

12995 S. CLEVELAND AVE.FORT MYERS, FL 33907

IN THE PARISH LIFE CENTER

Hope andHeal ing for the Catholic Family

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Carol at: [email protected]

or call: (331) 442-4545

Join us Monday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm in the Parish Life Center in Rooms: St. Bernadette and St. Michael

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SAVE THE DATE

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For Information & Tickets E-mailKelly Evers: [email protected] or visit

www.RealLifeCatholic.com

FEBRUARY 20 6PM-9:30PMST. KATHARINE DREXEL CATHOLIC CHURCH

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INFORMATION IN THE NARTHEX

Name:__________________________________ Number ______

Ministry:________________________________________________


V L U N T E E RMINISTRY

A P P R E C I AT I O N M A S S Thank you for all you do!

We thank all of the volunteers at our parish and invite you to our first Volunteer Appreciation Mass at 6pm on Friday, February 15th. Immediately following Mass, refreshments and light appetizers will be served in the Parish Life Center. We appreciate you and want to thank you for sharing your many gifts in all of the ministries at St. John XXIII Catholic Church.

So that we can plan for the evening, please use the RSVP below and return to the parish office or drop in the donation basket at church so that we receive it by Thursday, February 7th.

V L U N T E E RA P P R E C I AT I O N M A S S

MINISTRYSt. John XXIII

Catholic Church FEBRUARY 15TH - 6PM

“GODSPELL” AUDITIONSMusic, Art and Drama series being inaugurated in the new Parish Life Center!The musical “GODSPELL” will be performed on April 12th & 13th. Please contact Tom Tiehel for an audition or email [email protected] for more information.

Name _________________________________________________________________

Number of Adults ____________ Number of Children ____________

FREE!

PARISHPARISH2019

FEBRUARY 10th at 12:30pmHOT DOGS - HAMBURGERS - CHICKEN PROVIDEDPlease bring a side dish in a disposable container that coincides with the first letter of your last name: A-C baked beans, D-H potato or macaroni salad, I-M cole slaw or salad,

N-R fruit salad or mac & cheese, S-Z desserts

ALL ARE WELCOME!

*Bring your own lawn chairs, shade & blankets

Bounce Houses Fire Trucks Mounted PatrolCarnival Games Face Painting Slides Music

• • • • •

Parish Picnic: Sunday, February 10th 12:30pm - 4pmPlease tear off and return to the parish office or place in the collection basket. Filling out this form will give us a head count for ordering food. Thank You!

• Heavenly Children: This ministry was founded to allow families who have lost children to gather together with other parents who understand the pain of losing a child. Please contact Emily Johnson at [email protected] for more information.

ReflectionsSafe Environment Training: As Christian adults, we have a moral and legal responsibility and are entrusted by God with the spiritual, emotional and physical well-being of minors and vulnerable adults. To provide a safe and nurturing environment for everyone, we ask all volunteers to attend the Safe Environment Training Class once their fingerprints have been cleared. To view the next sessions go to www.dioceseofvenice.org website, click on Offices, Programs and Safe Environment. Select Training Schedule to see the list of classes. Click on “Start Registration” at the top of the page to register for a class. All registrations must be done through the Diocese of Venice website.Free Catholic Chamber of Commerce Lunch Meeting: Thursday, January 24th 11:30am-1pm at St. Katharine Drexel Parish Hall. We invite all Catholic businesses and ministries. RSVP to Angela at (239) 980-0921 or email: [email protected] For more information visit us at www.floridacatholicchamber.comWorldwide Marriage Encounter: You are cordially invited to experience a program to deepen of your matrimonial vocation’s sacramental call to fulfilling love, romance, oneness of spirit and deep joy. The next available weekend is in Tampa at the Hilton Gardens Hotel in Oldsmar January 25th-27th. For more information visit: flwc-wwme.org or call (813) 270-7832St. Francis Xavier 80th Anniversary Alumni: Saturday, January 26th from 6-9pm at St. Francis Xavier Catholic School. Includes entertainment, buffet and anniversary toast! For more information call Esther at (239) 334-7707 ext. 222 or e-mail [email protected] Magnificat Breakfast for Women: Saturday, January 26th, from 9:30am-12:30pm at the Holiday Inn Airport, Gulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers. Our guest speaker is Fr. Eric Scanlan. Seating is limited. No walk-ins, or payment at the door. Advanced registration ONLY. For more information contact Joanne Tarantino at (239) 631-6661 or Barbara Tay at (646) 296-2335Bishop Verot Catholic High School Open House: Tuesday, January 29th at 6:30pm. Reservations are required and can be made online at bvhs.org/admissions or by calling our admissions office at (239) 274-6760Novena of Masses for Life: Participate in a Mass near you and pray for life! Visit www.dioceseofvenice.org/respectlife for the monthly schedule of Novena of Masses for Life.Televised Mass for the Homebound: For those who are unable to attend Mass due to medical or physical limitations, the Diocese of Venice offers a televised Mass each Sunday. For viewers in the northern portions of the Diocese, the Mass airs at 9:30am on the CW Network; and for those in the southern portions of the Diocese, the Mass is at 10:30am on WFTX-TV (FOX-4). SWFL Catholic Moms: Join other moms for coffee, brunch, childcare and fellowship the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month, from 9:30-11:30am at Church of the Resurrection’s Parish Hall. 8121 Cypress Lake Drive, Ft. Myers. For more information contact Amanda Gavini at (239) 222-0452

Catho l i cCommuni tyHAPPENINGS

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please register at: www.faithandale.com

Welcome All Men

with guest speaker:LOU HOLTZ

“God's Bucket List”

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 21S T6PM at St. Leo the Great

please register at: www.faithandwineleecounty.com

Welcome al lWomenTHURSDAY JANUARY 24TH

6:30PM at St. John XXIII

with guest speaker:KELLY WAHLQUIST

“Why the Church Needs Wine: Womenin the New Evangelization”

FREE!

PARISHPARISH

ALL ARE WELCOME!

*Bring your own lawn chairs, shade & blankets

2019 CONFERENCESMEN’S CONFERENCE: FEBRUARY 2NDThis event is going in a slightly different direction, appealing to what men really want. We are having a BurgerFest with outdoor games! We know men don’t like just sitting in a chair and listening to talks all day, so we are providing an escape from your busy schedules! Join us for a fun day filled with comradery, food, spiritual enrichment, Mass, Adoration, and just a great time!WOMEN’S CONFERENCE: FEBRUARY 16THCome enjoy a day filled with the presence of God and some of your favorite people. This year’s event will also include some comedic entertainment by Jennifer Fulwiler! So be sure to sign up, join us for faith, friends, and laughter!

Diocese of VeniceIN FLORIDA

Please register on dioceseofvenice.org website under “Upcoming events.”

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