Welcome

St. Catherine

Catholic Church

820 Hickory Street

Sebring, FL 33870

Parish Office/Mailing

882 Bay St., Sebring, FL 33870

Tel: (863)385-0049 Fax: (863)385-5169

Tel: (863)385-6762 (Spanish)

Web: www.stcathe.com

E-mail: office@stcathe.com

Monday—Friday 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM

CLERGY

Pastor

Very Reverend José González, V.F.

frjose@stcathe.com

Parochial Vicar

Reverend Victor Caviedes (863)385-3993

Assisting Priest (Ret.)

Reverend J. Peter Sheehan

Deacons

Reverend Mr. James R. McGarry

Reverend Mr. Max M. Sévère

SCHEDULE

Weekend Mass Schedule

Saturday—4:00PM Vigil

Sunday—8:00 AM, 10:00 AM

12 Noon (Spanish)

French 2:00PM (3rd Sunday)

Daily Mass

Monday—Friday 8:00 AM

Saturday 9:00 AM

Sacrament of Reconciliation

First Friday 7:15 AM to 7:45 AM

Saturday 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM

Holy Family Youth Center

900 US Hwy 27 N., Sebring, Florida

St Catherine School

Principal: Dr. Anna V. Adam

747 S. Franklin St., Sebring, FL 33870

Tel: (863)385-7300 Fax: (863)385-7310

E-mail: school@stcathe.com

Monday to Friday: 8:00AM—3:00PM

12 Noon Daily Mass

Will resume on Monday

October 6th

Jesus said to them, "Did you never read in the Scrip-

tures: The stone that the builders rejected

has become the cornerstone...?

Therefore, I say to you, the kingdom of God will be

taken away from you and given to a people that will

produce its fruit." - Mt 21:42ab, 43

MONDAY

OCTOBER 6

12:00 NOON

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The first photography session is this Thursday through Saturday. When you arrive at the Parish Hall for your

photo session, you will be greeted by a host to check you in. You will then be photographed after which you will be

directed to a room where you will view your electronic portrait images and may select your directory portrait, and

any portraits you may wish to purchase. There will be optional products available for you to purchase. Depending

on what products you are interested in, you could be there close to an hour, or as little as ten minutes. LIFE-

TOUCH accepts cash, checks and major credit cards for any purchases you may make. You will receive a compli-

mentary directory portrait and 8 x 10 portrait.

We also plan on having sign-ups on a weekend in November for the Thanksgiving weekend photography dates.

All October dates are filled as of this writing, but we may get cancellations. If you want to be put on a waiting list,

need information or online assistance, contact Diane Sochacki, Program Coordinator at diane@stcathe.com, (863)

382-6638 or Marlene Von Merveldt at (863) 382-1253.

Thursday, October 9 and Friday, October 10

1:00 PM—8:00 PM

Saturday, October 11

10:00 AM—5:00 PM

Friday, November 28

1:00 PM—8:00 PM

Saturday, November 29

10:00 AM—5:00 PM

(Thanksgiving Weekend)

EACH OF US IS A MASTERPIECE OF GOD'S

CREATION!

The Respect Life Program begins anew each year on

Respect Life Sunday, the first Sunday in October. The

2014-15 Respect Life Program is presenting six new

publications, which use quotes, anecdotes and stories to

highlight the reverence and respect which is due to each

person, while addressing a variety of topics. Each week,

you can read here excerpts from each one which are

meant to educate, be reflected upon and create aware-

ness.

Advance Medical Directives: Planning for Your

Future

An Adoption Love Story

Children as Commodities?

Healing within Marriage from an Abortion

Poverty and Abortion: A Vicious Cycle

Solace and Strength in the Sorrow of Miscarriage

Rosa* knew from experience the difficulties and expens-

es of watching a loved one die. She was totally devoted to

her husband as he suffered and died from cancer eight

years earlier. The idea of high medical bills, “tubes” and

pain upset her, and even though she had not viewed her

husband as a burden, she feared being one to her family.

Human life is good and to be protected. All medical deci-

sions ought to reflect this core belief. Yet black-and-

white answers to our questions about end-of-life issues

are not always possible, and it can be very difficult to

know how to make medical decisions. Each and every

human person is distinct and unrepeatable, and each

medical situation may be unique. In each set of circum-

stances we need to judge whether a given treatment will

provide real benefit to the patient, without causing harm

or other burdens that are out of proportion to the good

being done.

The safest option is to designate a health care agent who

not only understands our Catholic values but also sha-

res them and can apply them to current situations and

respond to questions as they arise. Some states and

healthcare systems have been implementing a troubling

document known as a “Physician Order for Life- Sustai-

ning Treatment,” also called by a confusing array of

acronyms (POLST, MOST, MOLST, or POST). It has

been criticized for placing more power in the hands of

physicians than in patients’ hands.

Let us place our trust in the Lord and ask for his conti-

nuous guidance, for these decisions and for all those we

face in our lives.

* Name changed for privacy.

Respect Life Program © 2014 www.usccb.org

October 5, 2014 St. Catherine Parish Page 3

PARISH EVENTS

COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN

The next meeting will be on Sunday, October 5 at 1:00

PM in the Youth Center. All of the women of the Parish

are invited to attend and please bring your friends. Re-

freshments will be served. For more information please

call Peggy Pierce at (863) 273-9007.

THE SEASON OF HOPE

The next meeting of The Season of

Hope group will be on Sunday October

12 at 2:00 PM and end at 4:00 PM in

the Parish Hall. For additional infor-

mation, please contact JoMarie Grin-

kiewicz at (863) 414-1119 or

jo.marie719@yahoo.com. Registration fee is $8.00 to co-

ver the cost of the Participant Journal, Praye-

r/Information booklet, and activity materials.

LADIES BOOK CLUB

The next meeting will be on Tuesday Octo-

ber 14th from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM in the

Parish Hall Room 15 (enter from the back of

the building). Open to all women of the pa-

rish and their friends…invite someone to

come with you! Our book is “State of Won-

der” by Ann Patchett. Contact Judy Pad-

dock (425) 214-3996 or judypaddock@gmail.com for furt-

her information.

PARISH CHOIR

Practice Wednesdays at 6:30 PM in the

Church. The Choir sings for the 10:00 AM

Mass and Holy Days. New members are wel-

come. For more information please call Rob

Gillmore at (863) 414-1843.

BIBLE CLASS

"The Last Days of Jesus” is a

continuation of the study of John’s

Gospel with Dr. Bajohr. Classes

will resume in October. All are invited. Please register

with the Parish Office.

BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY

The next meeting is scheduled

for Monday, October 27, 6:30 PM in Par-

ish Hall Room 12. The mission of this

ministry is to be a source of love, care,

and support to those who grieve the loss

through death, so they will feel the healing comfort of

God through this faith community.

ALL Parishioners are invited to join; to reach out to

those in need and to perform the spiritual works of mer-

cy to "bury the dead" and "comfort those in mourning".

Please consider this ministry. For more information,

please contact JoMarie Grinkiewicz (863) 414-1119 or jo-

marie719@yahoo.com.

RITE OF CHRISTIAN

INTIATION OF ADULTS

These sessions are for adults who want to

become Catholic, for Catholic adults who

would like to prepare for the sacraments

of Confirmation and Holy Eucharist, and for adult Cath-

olics who just want to learn more about their faith.

Tuesdays from 7:00—9:00 PM in the Parish Hall Rm 14

until April 2015. For more information or to register for

classes, call Bill or Sandy Manint at (863) 382-2222.

Parents and Adult Faith Formation

Class meets every Wednesday from 6:15 to 7:20 PM in

the Parish Hall Rm 17. This gives time for parents to

pick up their children and time for other adults who

have individual questions and answers.

We will have time for scripture, doctrine,

sharing, and ideas on how to learn about

God. For more information or questions,

contact Don & Doris Brooks (863) 385-

7460.

INSTITUTE FOR FORMATION

OF CATHOLIC STUDIES

Adult Faith Formation Video-Conferencing

Wednesday Mornings sessions are continuing October

8th with Fr. George Ratzmann on the “History of the

Mass.” All sessions are at Our Lady of Grace. For more

information and registration, call (863)453-4757.

ALL SOULS ENVELOPES

Next week, in your envelope boxes you will find an envelope to request intentions on All Souls Day. Ex-

tra envelopes are in the vestibule for those who need them. Please pick one up, fill it out, enclose your

donation and drop it in the collection basket or hand it to an usher. These envelopes will remain on the

Altar through November and a Novena of Masses will be offered for the intentions of those included in

the envelopes. The nine days will begin on Sunday, November 2 and end on Thursday, November 10.

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ST. CATHERINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL

On November 11th St.

Catherine Catholic

School will honor our

veterans at the 8:00 AM

Mass. We will present a

slide show of our Veterans. If you would like to be part

of the slide show or know someone who was in the

Armed Forces, please submit your/their picture in an

envelope with the following information by November 4.

A reception will follow in the parish hall for our veterans

and their families.

We have pictures and information for men and women

that have been submitted. If you would like your picture

taken out, please contact us.

Name ________________________________ ____________

Branch of Military ________ ______________________

Stationed ___________________ _____________________

Years Served ________________ ____________________

Presently Serving ____________ ___________________

# Attending Reception ________ __________________

Phone Number (return picture) ________ ______

Part-time Physical Education

Teacher— Must be state certified

and/or certifiable. For more informa-

tion or inquiries, please contact Dr.

Anna Adam, Principal at (863)385-

7300, dra@stcathe.com.

St. Catherine Catholic

School is planning on

celebrating an Interna-

tional Food Festival on

Saturday, January 24,

2015. We are looking for

a committee to help ma-

ke this a successful

School/Parish event.

Please sign up below and place in the church basket

and/or send it over to the school by October 31st 2014.

We will contact you as soon as we have everyone’s num-

ber. Thank You!

I am able to serve on the committee.

Name_____________________ _ _______

Telephone number__________ _______

Email

YOUTH MINISTRY Wednesdays! At 6:30PM

Holy Family Youth Center

Everyone welcome! For more information contact

Jennifer Castelli, Youth Ministry Coordinator at

(863) 443-2477 or castelli66@comcast.net.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION K-5

Wednesdays in Parish Hall at 6:00 PM

You can still register your Child in Grades

K—5th!

For information or registration, call Grace

Munoz, Catechesis Coordinator at (863) 385-0049 or

grace@stcathe.com.

CONFIRMATION

Wednesdays at 6:30 PM

Holy Family Youth Center

For information contact Jennifer Cas-

telli, Youth Ministry Coordinator at (863)

443-2477, castelli66@comcast.net.

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ANOINTING OF THE SICK Please contact the Parish Office and we will

visit the home, hospital or care facility.

BAPTISM

Make an appointment 3 months prior to the Baptism. Parents and godparents must attend

a Baptismal Preparation Class.

MARRIAGE

Arrange the Sacrament of Marriage 6 months before. For the date of the next Marriage Prep-

aration class, call Carmen at (863) 385-0049.

RECONCILIATION

This sacrament is available in the church on

first Fridays at 7:15 AM, Saturdays 3:00 to 3:45 PM, or by appointment with a priest.

OTHER LITURGY

ADORATION AND BENEDICTION

Adoration and Benediction is in the Church

after the 8:00 AM Mass on First Friday.

FUNERALS

Funeral arrangements are initiated through

the funeral homes who contact St. Catherine.

Remember us in your Memorial designations.

HOLY HOUR

Holy Hour is Tuesdays in the Chapel from 8:30

to 9:30 AM. Call Deacon Max or Gladys Sévère

at (863) 382-9402.

SACRAMENTS

Monday: Gal 1:6-12, Lk 10:25-37

Tuesday: Gal 1:13-24, Lk 10:38-42

Wednesday: Gal 2:1-2, 7-14, Lk 11:1-4

Thursday: Gal 3:1-5, Lk 11:5-13

Friday: Gal 3:7-14, Lk 11:15-26

Saturday: Gal 3:22-29, Lk 11:27-28

Sunday: Is 25:6-10a, Psl 23, Phil 4:12-14, 19-20,

Mt 22:1-14 or 22:1-10

SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK

Mass Intention Forms are available at the

Parish Office or online, at www.stcathe.com.

Return Mass Intention forms at Parish Office

or drop it in the weekend collection.

The usual donation is $10. Please specify

whether the person is living or deceased. Mass

Intentions must be made a minimum of 10

days prior to the date of the intention.

MASS INTENTIONS

SATURDAY October 4th 9:00 AM For teachers and catechists — Fr Jose

4:00 PM ROBERT PETERS † Ramond Peters

LAUREN GAINES † Carol Biance

MICHAEL BORGIAS † Bob & Nancy Thomsen

SUNDAY October 5th

8:00 AM MARIA BRAVO & HERACLIA FUENTES †

Maria Von Drewitz

HUGO & DORA PEREIRA † Father Jose

DIANE ROBERS † Richard & Sondra Buschmann

10:00 AM KATHERINE DEMUNDO † Dominick Demundo

JACINTA ALEJANDRE MAR † Silvia R. Hernández

Roy De La Rosa (Health) — The Family

MONDAY October 6th

8:00 AM Roy De La Rosa (Health) — The Family

12:00 PM For the guidance of the Holy Spirit to all who pursue

justice in their daily lives— Fr Jose

TUESDAY October 7th

8:00 AM For the Synod of the Bishops—Fr Jose

12:00 PM Special Intention — R.B.

JAMES SMITH † Amparo Alba

Roy De La Rosa — The Family

WEDNESDAY October 8th 8:00 AM For the sanctity of Life—Fr Jose

12:00 PM Roy De La Rosa (Health)— The Family

ADELAIDE CURREA † Rosaleen Marlow

THURSDAY October 9th

8:00 AM MARIA ANNA MULATTIERI † Dominic Mulattieri

WILLIAM PALISAK † Stephen Palchik

12:00 PM LUIS BABIK † Brother, Bob

Roy De La Rosa — The Family

FRIDAY October 10th 8:00 AM MARIE SCHULTE † John & Yvonne Moran

12:00 PM Roy De La Rosa (Health)— The Family

Charmaine Moore—Rosaleen Marlow

SATURDAY October 11th

9:00 AM For the Homebound— Fr Jose

4:00 PM MARY BABIK † Son, Bob

JACK WILLIAMS † Bill & Patty McMahon

RICHARD PLESKOVIC † Mark & Barbara Walczak

SUNDAY October 12th 8:00 AM HUGO & DORA PEREIRA † Fr. Jose

JOHN MCLAUGHLIN † Gladys Zitelli

ALFREDO PAMINO & HERACLIA FUENTES †

Maria Von Drewitz

10:00 AM For The Living & Deceased Parishioners † Fr. Jose

“Never tire of firmly speaking out in defense of life from its

conception and do not be deterred from the commitment to de-

fend the dignity of every human person with courageous deter-

mination. Christ is with you: be not afraid!”

—Saint John Paul II

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Parish Office hours

Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The Parish Office telephone number is (863) 385-0049. On the weekends, we also have a Portable

Office in the Gift Shop, where you can place your Mass Intentions.

Bulletin Deadline: The deadline to submit an article to be considered for the next bulletin is Thursdays (10 days before the intended bulletin comes out) at 1:00 PM. Articles have to be sub-

mitted in writing to the Parish Office or emailed to grace@stcathe.com and carmen@stcathe.com.

PARISH OFFICE

BOOKKEEPER’S CORNER

SECOND COLLECTIONS

This Week: Respect Life Appeal

Next Week: Youth Ministry

Each year on Respect Life Sunday, the first weekend

in October, parishes throughout the Diocese of Veni-

ce conduct a special second collection to augment the

life-affirming work of the Diocesan Respect Life Offi-

ce. The funds remain in the Diocese of Venice and

facilitate our witness as a faith community to the

culture of life.

COLLECTION TOTALS

Regular collection: $3,676.55

Second collection —Youth Ministry: $1,676.00

CATHOLIC FAITH APPEAL

Our 2014 CFA Assessment $73,000.00

We have received pledges of $102,963.65 toward our

2014 assessment of $73,000.00. We are at 141.05% of

our goal! Please make checks payable to the Catholic

Faith Appeal.

PledgeConnect’s services assist with regular giving. PledgeConnect supports direct bank transfers

from major credit cards and checking accounts. Donations may be one-time, automatic at regular

intervals set at your desire, or intermittent. Alterations can be made to the account, amount

and contact information at any time.

To join PledgeConnect, fill out an enrollment form at the Parish Office or website stcathe.com.

Summer Sale

Pope Francis Statue

Books at 50% dis-

count

Many rosary styles

on sale

Baptism gifts for the occasions

Summer Hours Saturday: 3:30—5:30 PM

Sunday: 8:30 AM—12:00 Noon

Monday — Thursday

By Appointment

Schedule appointments, Gift Certifi-

cates or Information, please call the

Parish Office at (863) 385-0049.

WELCOME TO ST. CATHERINE PARISH

We invite you to register with us. Also if you have chaged

any of your contact information, please fill out this form.

Register or update your information in a few easy steps! To

register or update your information :

Visit the Parish Office during open hours.

Mail the Parish Registration or Update Form to the Pa-

rish Office.

Drop the Parish Registration or Update Form into the

weekend collection basket.

Register online at www.stcathe.com

Thank you for helping to keep our records updated!

Name:___________________________________________

Address:_________________________________________

City and ZIP: ____________________________________

Telephone: _______________________________________

E-ma: ___________________________________________

PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY:

(_____) New Registration (_____) Moving Out of the Parish

(_____) Update Info (_____) Need Contribution Envelopes

GIFT SHOP

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AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS

Troop FL 1923 is a Christ-centered, non-profit scout-

ing organization building women of integrity while

offering a wholesome character and leadership devel-

opment ministry for girls. Please e-mail pep-

pers@strato.net.

BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY

We provide consolation, spiritual support and offer as-

sistance with Funeral Masses and services to those who

experience the death of a loved one. For information con-

tact JoMarie Grinkiewicz (863) 414-1119 or jo-

marie719@yahoo.com.

COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN

All women are invited for open discussion as women of

faith and how we can express that faith in our family,

church and community life the 1st Sunday in the Parish

Hall at 1:00 PM. For information, contact Peggy Pierce

at (863) 273-9007.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

This is a men’s association dedicated to serve God. We

meet the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM at the

Holy Family Youth Center. For information, contact

JP Fane (863) 253-7255.

LADIES BOOK CLUB

Meets the second Tuesday from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM in

the Parish Hall, Room 15 (enter from the back of the

building). Contact is Judy Paddock at (425)214-3996 or

judypaddock@gmail.com.

LEGION OF MARY

Meetings are Wednesdays at 9:00 AM in Parish Hall

Room 17. For information contact Mary Ann Buckley

at (863) 385-1386.

MINISTERS TO THE HOMEBOUND

Eucharistic Ministers take the Eucharist to those who

are unable to come to church. Contact Bob Ushka at

(863) 385-8301 or Parish Office (863) 385-0049.

PRAYER BLANKET MINISTRY

We invite you to pray while sewing blankets

and bring them to the church to be blessed. Prayer

blankets are available to anyone in need. Call DeeDee

Bedard at (863) 273-0539 if you want to sew, pray or

need a prayer blanket.

PRAYER CHAIN

If you or someone you know is in need of prayer, please

email JoMarie Grinkiewicz (863) 414-1119 or jo-

marie719@yahoo.com.

SEASONS OF HOPE

A Christ-centered support group for the bereaved meet

every other Sunday. For information JoMarie

Grinkiewicz (863) 414-1119 or jo-marie719@yahoo.com.

TAI-CHI

Tuesdays at 9:00 AM in the Parish Hall. For more

information call Ray at (863) 385-7578 or Parish Office.

Pastor: Very Reverend José González, V.F

………………………………………………..385-0049

Parochial Vicar: Reverend Victor Caviedes

….…………………………………...………..385-3993

Asst Priest: Reverend J. Peter Sheehan (Ret.)

Deacon: Rev. Mr. James R. McGarry…...368-1170

Deacon: Rev. Mr. Max M. Sévère…………382-9402

Arts and Environment: DeeDee Bedard….….273-0539

Altar Servers: Bekki Rose…….……...…….…..414-1523

LifeTeen/Edge: ……………………..……….…..385-0049

Liturgical Ministries: Diane Sochacki……….382-6638

Ministry to the Sick: Bob & Carol Ushka…...385-8301

Music Ministry: Rob Gillmore…………….…..414-1843

RCIA: Bill & Sandy Manint…………………...382-2222

Religious Education K-5: Grace Munoz..…....385-0049

Respect Life: Marge Rafferty………………….214-3312

Ushers: Mike Flood……………………….…….471-6381

Please fill out this form, cut it out and submit

it with $8. Forms may be returned to the Parish

Office or dropped in the weekend collection.

ST. CATHERINE NAME TAGS

Help us to become better acquainted by wearing

a St. Catherine’s nametag! When your nametag

arrives, it will be available in the Church Vesti-

bule. For more information, please call Mike

Flood at (863) 471-6381.

Name (please print):

__________________________________________

Previous Location or City/State of Origin:

____________________________________________

Nametags come with either a magnet or

a pin, please specify which you prefer:

_________Pin _________Magnet

MINISTRIES AND ORGANIZATIONS

ORGANIZATION DIRECTORY