St. Matthew Catholic Church

6090 Hypoluxo Road Lake Worth, FL 33463-7312

Phone: (561) 966-8878 Website: www.St-Matthew-Church.com

Reverend Clem Hammerschmitt, Pastor Reverend Raymond Hubert

Reverend Jacob Asiedu-Frempong Deacon Andy Plucinski Deacon George White

Deacon Robert Garamella

Mass Schedule Saturday

4:00 P.M. & 5:30 P.M.

Sunday 7:45 A.M.- 9:00 A.M - 10:30 A.M.

& 12 Noon

Daily Mass

Monday through Saturday 8:00 A.M.

Confessions

Saturday 3:15 P.M. - 3:45 P.M.

Loving Hands Ministry Meets every Tuesday from

10:00 A.M. to 12 noon in the parish center.

Parish Office: 6090 Hypoluxo Road

Lake Worth FL 33463-7312 (561) 966-8878

Office hours: Monday-Friday

8:00 A.M. - Noon 1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Parish Secretaries

James Schultz Dorothy Laudano

Religious Education

Debbie Whitlock (561) 966-1538

Youth Ministry

Suzanne McKay (561) 966-8878

Council of Catholic Women

Join us the third Tuesday of each month for Mass at 7:00 P.M., followed by a 7:30 P.M. meeting and light refreshments.

Are you registered in the parish? Please do not take for granted that you are registered in the parish just because you attend mass here. If we have no record of your parish membership it could be quite embarrassing to us, or to you or your family, when some-one wishes to make wedding plans, have a baby baptized, or if you have been asked to act as a sponsor for baptism or confirmation. Please fill out a census form, which is located at the entrances of the Multi Celebrational Building (MCB), and mail it to the parish office.

Baptism

Baptisms are celebrated on Sunday after the 12:00 Noon Mass. Parents must be registered and active members of the parish for at least three months. No confirmed dates are given before approval by the pastor. Contact the parish office two months in advance. Godparents must be confirmed, practicing, Roman Catholics and must obtain a sponsor certificate from their parish. In order to avoid disappointments, do not book travel plans with family, Godparents, etc. until a confirmed date has been assigned through the parish office (561) 966-8878.

Marriages

Notify the parish office at least four months in advance.

Ministrations to the Sick

We appreciate knowing when a parishioner is in the hospital or homebound. Please call the parish office.

TRUE BLINDNESS Bartimaeus caused a stir. Normally he sat by the side of the road being a "good blind beggar." But one day Jesus passed nearby. Bartimaeus jumped up and called out to Jesus. We can imagine him turning toward the direction of the commotion and noise. Bartimaeus probably had his arms outstretched as he shouted out to the son of David.

The people who knew him were embarrassed by his outburst. They tried to hush him up and get him to sit back down by the roadside. Their actions spoke volumes: "Bartimaeus, you're not fit for Jesus." But it was okay for them and other "sighted" people to follow Jesus. In today's readings, we learn that true blindness is not a condition of our eyes but of our hearts.

I will lead the people to brooks of water, on a level road, so that none shall stumble (Jeremiah 31:7-9).

The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy - Psalm 126

It was not Christ who glorified himself, but rather the one who said to him: You are my son: this day I have begotten you (Hebrews 5:1-6).

Immediately the blind man received his sight and followed Jesus on the way (Mark 10:46-52).

MASSES FOR THE WEEK Saturday October 24th 4:00 P.M. Beecher & Schultz Families requested by Patty & James Schultz George & Rose Walter requested by their daughter Connie Hayes 5:30 P.M. Elena Romañach requested by her niece Maria Caesar & Ines Jaramillo on their 50th Wedding Anniversary requested by their children Sunday October 25th 7:45 A.M. Vania Santos requested by her Family All the souls in purgatory requested by Vu 9:00 A.M. Jean Renelique requested by Gladys Malik Ambroise requested by Grandparents Felix & Jackie 10:30 A.M. Ernest & Matilda Piro requested by their daughter Failla, Piro, Sabbatino requested by the Family 12:00 P.M. Scott Baier requested by the Baier Family Robert Rocco LaSalle requested by Anna Faricelli & Giuseppe Giampaolo Monday October 26th 8:00 A.M. For living freely and Betty, in thanks to St. Rita All the Souls in Purgatory requested by Stella Tuesday October 27th 8:00 A.M. Margaret Fazio requested by Martin Fazio Fernando & Elba Silva requested by their daughters Wednesday October 28th 8:00 A.M. Margaret Fazio requested by her Family Sam Stabile requested by Mr. & Mrs. Krupnicki Thursday October 29th 8:00 A.M. Carlos Arturo Gomez Panesso requested by his Family Friday October 30th 8:00 A.M. Germania Salzarulo requested by her Family Saturday October 31st 8:00 A.M. For the Parishioners and Benefactors of St. Matthew parish 4:00 P.M. Emil Tanguay requested by his wife and Family Kathy Catanzaro requested by Bob & Mary Ann Brewer 5:30 P.M. Mary Diaz requested by Pete & Judy Natale Connie & Joe Natale requested by Pete & Judy Natale Sunday November 1st 7:45 A.M. Gene Salzarulo requested by Gloria Salzarulo Beecher Family requested by Tina Gillis 9:00 A.M. Richard Drobot requested by Jane Gambale For the Parishioners and Benefactors of St. Matthew Parish and All the Faithfully Departed 10:30 A.M. Charlotte Tredore requested by Judy Baier & Family Constance Silkowski requested by Judy Baier and Family 12:00 P.M. Alice Dunleavy requested by Mr. & Mrs. Donald Emrich All the Souls in purgatory requested by the Duong Family

Offertory Collection

October 17th & 18th amounted to $8,269.90

Second Collection

October 17th & 18th amounted to $3,032.65

Building Mortgage

Principal $ 2,038,713.20

Payment $ 0.00

Balance $ 2,038,713.20

300 Club Congratulations to Geraldine Brooks, the 9th week’s

winner of the 300 Club.

Second Collection

October 31st & November 1st will be for

Mortgage Reduction

Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Please note: The first row of chairs are reserved for those who are handicapped. The celebrant of the mass should be the last to enter the church and the first to leave.

Our advertisers subsidize the cost of our weekly bulletin, please patronize them and tell them you saw their ad.

Thank you in advance for your generosity, and for your continued support of Saint Matthew Catholic Church.

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Desserts for only $1.00. Fun for everybody aged 18 and better.

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All Souls Day

All Souls Day Envelopes are available at all the doors to the MCB. If you would like your loved ones remembered on November 2nd, please fill out an envelope and place it in the collection basket.

The souls of the Saints are rejoicing in heaven, the Saints who followed the footsteps of Christ, and since for love of him they shed their blood, they now exult with Christ for ever.

Weekly Sponsorships for Donuts & Coffee are

available for $100.

Monthly Sponsorships for Pancakes & Sausage are available for $300.

Contact the parish office to reserve your

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Join us Sunday, November 1st after all masses for a

Pancake & Sausage Breakfast.

Donations of non-perishable food items will be collected in the lobby of the MCB

on November 7th & 8th &

November 14th & 15th.

Have you visited www.st-matthew-church.com lately?

Check out the latest parish happenings at our website.

Bake Sales Bingo

Bulletins Calendar of Events

C.C.W. - Council of Catholic Women Cornerstone Committee Giant Craft & Tag Sale

Loving Hands Ministry Schedules Religious Education

St. Vincent de Paul Society Vocations

Youth Ministry

Priest Appreciation Day is Sunday, October 25th.

St. Matthew Parish Oktoberfest October 16th, 2015

Delicious food, lively music & great company.

Thank you to all who supported Oktoberfest 2015.

Diocesan Services Resources www.diocesepb.org/resources

Watch the Catholic Mass Each Sunday

Tune in each week on Sunday at 9:00 a.m. for the televised Catholic Mass on local station CW34 WTVX. Local station CW34 WTVX can be found on Comcast Channels 4 & 435HD.

Pray for our Priests and Deacons The prayers of all the faithful in support of the dedicated priests and deacons of the Diocese of Palm Beach are much appreciated. Go to www.diocesepb.org/newsevents and click on the “Pray Daily for Priests” or “Pray Daily for Deacons” wording in the left column. Catholic Charities Promoting Life, Dignity and Justice Counseling; Elder Affairs; Guardianship Training; Immigration Legal Services; Refugee Services; Outreach Information, Referrals and Assistance; Pregnancy Care Centers; Prison Ministry; Respect Life Ministry; Catholic Relief Services; Samaritan Center; and Interfaith Health & Wellness. For general or program information contact (561) 775-9560.

Do You Know Anyone Who is Separated or Divorced and Needs Support? The diocesan Office of Marriage and Family Life will offer its peer-led ministry to men and women who have suffered from divorce: The Catholic’s Divorce Survival Guide. This is a 12-week program featuring weekly 30-minute DVD segments covering topics such as anger, guilt, forgiveness, money, co-parenting, the ex-spouse, annulment, sexuality, spirituality, finding peace, and more. The Catholic Church is not here to condemn but to console and to help you find peace, power, and renewed passion for life. To attend the next session, please

contact Cathy Loh at (561) 775-9557. Are you concerned about the addiction of a family member? The Family Recovery Workshop empowers families to deal with addiction in their families and to engage in their own recovery process. This workshop is presented in two parts. The first part consists of one 90-minute presentation, and the second optional part consists of three additional 90-minute presentations. Contact Elena Garcia at the Office of Parish Social Ministry, (561) 360-3327.

Confidential, Professional and Affordable Counseling Available Are you or a family member in need of counseling for depression, anxiety, grief inter-relationship or adjustment issues? Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach offers confidential, affordable services at seven locations in the five-county area with counselors that incorporate the philosophy of spirituality and psychology to heal the “whole” person. Call (844) 848-6777 and speak to our intake coordinator for more information or to schedule a session. Birthline/Lifeline in Need of In-Kind Donations The Birthline/Lifeline Pregnancy Care Centers are in need of the following donation items: New: Hooded baby bath towels; baby bottles; small packs of baby wipes; infant car seats; and pack-n-play cribs; New or Gently Used: boys/girls baby clothes sizes 6 months to 3 years. Contact Mary Rodriguez, Program Administrator, at (561)278-0894 or mrodriguez@catholiccharitiesdpb.org.

Safety Tips for Kids & Families The Diocesan Office of Safe Environments provides safety tips for online, gaming and texting safety; cell phone safety, bullying/prevention; and Safe to Compete for students and coaches at www.diocesepb.org/resources

We are currently short by $18,763.58 for our 2015 Diocesan Services Appeal goal of $126,000. The programs and services supported by the DSA are examples of what truly makes us, “A Family of Faith in Service to Others”. Please keep in mind, if our yearly goal is not met through donations, funds must come out of St. Matthew Church’s operat-ing budget. Please give as often as your means will allow. For additional information on the DSA, including pro-gram allocations, visit the diocesan website at: http:www.diocesepb.org/ Thank you for your continued generosity.

2016 Missalette Sponsorship

Have you reserved your personalized missalette yet? If you haven’t, there is still time to do so. Application forms are available on the Parish website and at all exits of the MCB for this campaign. Why not take advantage of this opportunity to remember a loved one with a personalized message on the cover of next year’s Missalettes? You can also choose to advertise a business, recognize a special achievement, or give thanks to someone special to you. Your message will remain on the Missalette cover for a full year. Please take action today to help with this fund raiser. Just follow the instructions on the application form and you will ensure your message is published!

2015 Giant Tag and Craft Sale is Saturday, November 14th, from 9:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. Registrations are $40.00 per space and are available until sold out or November 7th.

This is a wonderful opportunity to sell your new or slightly used merchandise. Applications are available at the parish office, or on our parish website: http://www.st-matthew-church.com

select the “Announcements” tab and than the sub tab “Current Events”. For further information, please call (561) 434-5605.

Don’t delay, as this event sells out every year.

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