Divine Mercy
A
universal feast of the church ~ At Mass, receive the promise
Jesus gave to St. Faustina for those who receive Holy
Communion on this day. "The soul that will go to confession
(during Lent) and receive Holy Communion shall obtain
complete forgiveness of sin and punishment." (Diary 699)
Filipino Ministry
First Friday Mass (in English) and Novena to the Sacred
Heart of Jesus is at 6:00pm in the church with a Pot Luck
dinner following in the Social Hall. Filipino Choir practice
is on the 2nd & 4th Fridays at 7pm. For more information
call Fr. Cromwell at (352)394-3562, x102, or Mariafe Ojerio
at 407-905-6075.
The Garden Ministry at Blessed Sacrament is very
specialized. The members have accepted as their responsibility
the care of the areas immediately surrounding the outdoor
statues. If you love flowers,
like working outdoors and have a few hours to spare each quarter, please
email Carl Nodd at (noddjc@earthlink.net)
for more information.
Garden Of Blessings
Prayer Group
Meets
Thursdays at 7:00pm in Room #4. Come join us in praise and
worship to our Lord Jesus. Come and see how the Holy Spirit
guides your life. Please call Anita Greco at (352)241-9408 for
more information.
Grief Support Ministry
This ministry
provides grief support in small group settings to those who
have lost a loved one. Our facilitators are trained by the
Diocese or Orlando to ensure that the spiritual, emotional
and psychological components of the grieving process are
addressed. Please contact Victor River at (352)429-0948 (vicriver@yahoo.com)
or Diane Maglione at (njgirl47@earthlink.net).
Hospitality Ministry
The
Men’s Club sponsors a Pancake Breakfast the first Sunday of
the month
after the 8:00 a.m. Mass. Every Sunday, coffee and donuts
are served with
several parish ministries sharing the responsibility.
Knights of
Columbus
 The
Knights of Columbus is an Order of Catholic men dedicated to
serving the Church, our families, our youth and our
community. Our four principals are: Charity, Unity,
Fraternity and Patriotism. The Order has 1.7 million Knights
in the United States and other countries. Last year, the
Knights contributed over $143 million to charity and more
than 60 million hours in service to others. Since its
early history the Knights of Columbus has maintained close
ties with the Holy See. Our Order is open to any man age 18
or over who is baptized into our faith, is a practicing
Catholic, and receives communion with our Priest and our
Bishops.
Blessed Sacrament’s Knights
of Columbus Council #13240 meets the first Thursday of each
month in John Bosco Hall at 7:00pm. The 3rd Thursday of each
month there is a Social at various restaurants in town or in
John Bosco Hall. For further information, please call Grand
Knight, Frank Frangella, (352)243-3643.
•BLESSED
SACRAMENT ASSEMBLY: The Assembly is the Fourth Degree
arm of the Knights of Columbus who, when called upon,
readily serve as honor guard at religious and civic
functions, in support of our Priests and Bishops. The Fourth
Degree Knights' primary purpose is to foster the spirit of
patriotism by promoting responsible citizenship through
active membership in local Fourth Degree groups (called
"Assemblies"). Members are committed to display themselves
honorably as Christian gentlemen in their private and public
lives, as well as acting patriotically for the good of their
nations, displaying reverence for the Eucharist, the Pope,
Bishops and hierarchy of the Church, publicly demonstrating
willingness to protect the Church and priests and to live a
good Christian life.
Blessed
Sacrament Assembly #3025 meets the 2nd Thursday of each
month in the Social Hall, at 7:00 p.m. For further
information, please call Rosario Sulsenti, Faithful
Navigator at 407-469-3939 or e-mail <grace.sulsenti@verizon.net>
•KNIGHTS OF
COLUMBUS
SQUIRES:
For all Roman Catholic young men between ages 10 and 17
who want to be upcoming leaders in our community. Meets the
second Saturday of the Month in Classroom #7 at 12:00 pm.
For more information please call Eric Palmer 352-394-5004 or
Jerry Sulsenti 352-267-7218.
Ladies Guild
The Blessed Sacrament Ladies Guild was established to serve
the pastor and the church, to provide spiritual and social
benefits for its members by maintaining a Christian
atmosphere, and to provide the enjoyment of fellowship,
where friendships can grow and be strengthened.
The Guild meets the third Tuesday of the month
(September-April) at 12 noon in the Parish Social Hall.
This vibrant group is comprised of
enthusiastic ladies who serve Our Lord through commitment
and service to the parish and the community. The Guild
raises funds for the parish and local charities through a
weekly Bingo (Oct.-May) and various annual events (i.e.,
Rummage Sale, Card Party, Fashion Show, etc.). The Ladies
Guild hosts the Confirmation Reception, attend an Annual
Retreat, participates in the World Day of Prayer, and has
several outings to restaurants and places of interest. The
Guild is a member of the
Fellowship of Church Women, an organization of women from
local Christian churches. For more information call Grace
Sulsenti, President at (407)469-3939.
Arrangements for marriage are to be made a minimum of six
months prior to setting a marriage date. Registration in the
parish is required and ongoing practice of the faith is
presumed.
Blessed Sacrament utilizes the FOCCUS instrument
[Facilitating Open Couple Communication] to assist engaged
couples in their exploration of their expectations and their
communication and problem solving skills. A married
facilitator couple meets with the engaged to facilitate
discussion.
•FOCCUS: Facilitating Open Couple Communication:
The Foccus Ministry, a highly successful and very rewarding
ministry for Catholic married couples, needs couples to
assist with sessions of dialogue with those who plan to get
married. The couples would meet with future couples twice
for two hour sessions each. Your influence will have a
lasting effect on the lives of others.
Diocesan Requirements to be a Foccus Couple: 1) Married for
at least five years; 2) Be in a valid Catholic Marriage; 3)
Practicing their faith on a regular basis; 4) Attend an
appropriate training on the use of Foccus.
Once a Foccus couple meets the requirements they will be
placed on a list maintained by the office. The Foccus couple
can meet with one or more couples at their home or arrange
in advance to meet in one of the classrooms in the parish.
The couples would meet with future couples twice for two
hour sessions each. Once the sessions are completed a
certificate of completion for that couple is provided.
•ANNULMENTS: Marriage has been designed by God to last
forever. Yet, sometimes marriages fail.
Perhaps a valid sacramental union did not exist in that
marriage. If you would like to look into the
possibility of seeking an annulment through the Catholic
Church, contact us.
For any of the above contact Deacon Fred Molina at the
parish office (352)394-3562, ext. 104 (fmolina@blessedsacramentcc.com).
Medical
Education
Advocacy and Advisement to the
Elderly in the areas of Health Issues, Medical Education,
End-of-Life concerns. Contact Sister Elizabeth Demirgian,
O.P. -
call
(352)394-6680
or
E-Mail (srelizabeth@blessedsacramentcc.com) .
Men's Club
Our
mission is to provide fellowship among men of the parish
while strengthening Blessed Sacrament’s community through
parish activities. The Men’s Club meets the second Tuesday
of each month at 7pm in John Bosco Hall and the meeting is
usually preceded by a social half hour of food and
beverages. We also have speakers on various topics of
interest to the members give short presentations at the
meetings.
The Men’s Club hosts a Community Breakfast for all
parishioners on the first Sunday of each month and two
dinner/dances during the year; usually October and March.
Additionally, the Men’s Club sponsors an annual retreat for
all men of the parish at St. Leo’s Retreat Center. For more
information contact Peter Stauder at (352)241-0235 or John
Meinecke at (352)243-2337.
Ministry To Seniors, Personal & Medical Advocacy
This ministry involves advocacy and advisement to the
elderly in the areas of health issues,
medical education, end-of-life concerns. Email Sr. Elizabeth Demirgian,
O.P. at
srelizabeth@blessedsacramentcc.com or call
(352)394-6680.
Ministry to the
Sick & Shut-In
This ministry is comprised of caring and prayerful
parishioners, committed to bringing the Body of Christ and
the Word of God to those unable to join their faith
community at the Table of the Lord. They visit local nursing
homes, assisted living centers, the hospital, and the homes
of the sick and shut-in by scheduled weekly arrangement.
Ministers to the Sick continue their educational and
spiritual enrichment by participating in diocesan
presentations and parish programs. We are always seeking
opportunities to increase our knowledge and skills and to
enhance our relations with God as well as those entrusted to
our spiritual care.
Please contact Pete Connelly at
(352)243-1129 or Don Navara at (352)243-9642.
Nursery
The
Nursery Ministry provides a safe and clean environment for
children 6 months thru 4 years so that parents can
participate fully in the life of Blessed Sacrament Catholic
Community. This growing ministry currently provides services
by loving, responsible and experienced volunteers on Sundays
at the 10:00am Mass, the 12:00pm Mass, and the 5:00pm Mass.
With the help of more volunteers, childcare will be
available during special parish events, and for ministry
meetings. The Nursery is located in Classroom #8, across
from the playground. Volunteers and donations are always
accepted and appreciated. For more information call Kelly
Nowak at (352)242-6360 or email (Kan100@earthlink.net).
f
you can use a telephone then you can serve in this ministry.
This is an at home ministry which
provides a network of prayerful support for anyone in need
of prayers for a special intention or need.
This group will also pray for those listed in on the Parish
Web Site as well as for our priests and for vocations. If
you would like to join this ministry, please call Gale
Dreves (352)323-3492, Maria Valle (352)243-9456
(Bi-lingual), Caroline Painter (352)787-8017, or Oria Russe
(352)242-3730 (Bi-lingual),
for more information.
•PRAYER REQUESTS: If you or a friend are in need of prayers
or you want to give praise and thanks
to God, please call one of the contact people listed. Calls
are taken seven days a week from 9:00am
to 9:00pm. You can also email your request to gpd2@comcast.net.
Within a matter of a few minutes
many, many people will be praying for you. You may also call
the Parish Office and your request will
be sent to the Prayer Line.
•LE LINEA TELEFONICA: Si sabe de alguien que necesite
oracion o quiere alabar a Dios, por favor
pongase en contacto con las siguientes personas: Maria D.
Valle (352)243-9456 o Oria Russe
(352)242-3730. Hay dos personas bi-lingues, si una no
contesta, trate la otra. Cuando las llamadas
entran a este ministerio, dentro de pocos minutos muchas
personas se ponen en oracion. Tambien se
ora por las personas que estan en el boletin. Las llamadas
se reciben los siete dias de la semana de
9am hasta 9pm. Gracias por su apoyo a este nuevo ministerio
que es tan valioso.
Prayer Groups
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Cenacle Prayer Group
Contact: Marion Bumferd, 352-394-2568 (no email)
Meets: Wed. 9:30am-11am, Day Chapel (next meeting Jan. 4)
Also Thu. 6:30pm-8pm, R7
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Hispanic Prayer Group
Contact: Mildred Franceschi, 407-697-4405, no email)
Meets: Fri., 7-9pm, JBH
Also 3rd Saturdays, 8pm-12am, Day Chapel
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Centering Prayer
Meets Fridays from 9:30am to 11:15am off site. Centering
Prayer casts a new light and meaning on other kinds of
prayer fostering a deeper relationship with God, beyond
conversation, to communion with Him, all are invited. Call
Gail at (352)394-4352.
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Praise & Petition
Telephone Prayer Line
Contact: Gale Dreves, 352-323-3492,
galedreves@comcast.net
Meets: no meetings, call-in-prayer
Prison Ministry
The Prison Ministry goes to
the Lake Correctional Facility in Clermont every Tuesday to
minister to the inmates. A Eucharistic service is done on
Tuesday between 1:00pm and 3:30pm. Once a month a mass
is celebrated in the prison by one of the priests in the parish. RCIA
preparations are given to those
who wish to receive the sacraments or want to become a
Catholic. Spiritual guidance and counseling
are also given. We fulfill what Jesus said in the
Beatitudes: “I was in prison and you visited me.”
For more information please call Deacon Fred Molina at
(352)394-3562, ext. 104, email (fmolina@blessedsacramentcc.com).
Religious Gift Shop
T he
Blessed Sacrament Religious Gift Shop located in the Narthex
of our Church is open before and after the 4:00 pm Saturday
mass and the 8:00 am, 10:00 am & 12:00 pm masses on Sunday.
We have a variety of Catholic devotional and gift items to
choose from in addition to Bibles & prayer books both in
English & Spanish. Special request items can be ordered
based on catalogue availability and quantity required for
order.
For more information call
Michele Benigno at 352-394-3562 x 122 or e-mail at (mbenigno@blessedsacramentcc.com)
Respect Life
This ministry is concerned about the trends in society
encouraging individuals to give precedence
to their own well being at the expense of others. Basic
human rights are violated in many ways by
abortion, euthanasia, injustice, and denial of equality to
various groups and neglect of the
underprivileged, disadvantaged and the elderly. For more
information, call the parish office.
Spiritual Direction
What is Spiritual Direction? Spiritual
Direction is help given by one Christian to another which
enables
that person to pay attention to God's personal communication
to him or her, to respond to this
personally communicating God, and to live out the
consequences of the relationship.
Who needs Spiritual Direction? Anyone who wants to develop a
deeper relationship with God. Anyone
who would like to have a companion who listens and asks
questions that promote understanding and discernment about
that journey to a deeper relationship.
What you can expect of a Spiritual Director? You can expect
one to two hour monthly meetings in a
casual, comfortable, confidential setting. You can expect a
good director to keep the focus on the
directee's relationship with God. You can expect a good
director to be caring and accepting of your
journey and your feelings about God. A good director will
allow God to be the counselor and not give
his or her personal opinions about a course of action for
the directee.
If you have any questions or would like
spiritual direction contact Jean Wojciechowicz at
352-223-7287 (wojojean@aol.com)
or Patricia Sibons at 352-242-1938.
The St. Therese
Ladies Circle
Motivated by the life of St. Therese” of
the Child Jesus, St. Therese’ Circle women are dedicated to
making a difference in our parish community through our
"Small Acts of Love" that make a big
difference. The Giving Angel Christmas Tree, Rosary Making
Ministry and support for young unwed
mothers and their families are the primary service
activities for St. Therese' Circle.
This women’s group is ideally designed for the active women
of our parish with full daytime schedules. Activities and
meetings offer learning, fellowship and service. St.
Therese’ Circle meets the 2nd
Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm in Room #4 September through
May. For more information call
Kitty Holt at (352)242-9677 (kah20@aol.com)or
Meg Traynor at (352)242-4467 (mitraynor@msn.com).
St. Vincent
de Paul Society
The St.
Vincent de Paul Society is a lay Catholic organization whose
mission is to assist those in need. Meetings are the 2nd
Thursday of the month in John Bosco Hall at 7:00pm. Proceeds
from the poor box and newspaper recycling help support SVDP.
Please be generous and remember to deposit your newspapers
in the large container in the parking lot.
Please
contact Barbara Cybulski at (321)947-4867 if you are
interested in belonging to this ministry or if you are in
need of assistance please call (352)394-3562, ext. 113.
Newspaper
Recycling Bin: Please bring your newspapers to the green
container on the northwest corner of the parking lot. This
bin is for newspapers ONLY, no plastic bags or paper bags.
Second Home Store:
(352)242-0344. Please remember the St Vincent de Paul
Second Home Store for all of your quality pre-owned
furnishings and appliances.
En Español:
Se reúnen cada segundo jueves del mes en el Salón Social a
las 7:00pm. Necesitamos voluntarios que se dediquen a
asistir a personas que necesitan ayuda en nuestra comunidad.
Para más información o si necesita ayuda puede llamar a la
oficina (352)394-3562, ext.113.
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GIRL SCOUTS:
The purpose of Girl Scouting is to inspire girls with the
highest ideals of character, conduct, patriotism and
service that they may become happy and resourceful
citizens. Blessed Sacrament has Junior and Cadet Girl
Scouts. For more information please call Debbie Rybarczyk
(352)242-9801, email (babyca@cfl.rr.com).
Vocation Counseling
Questions and interest in a
Vocation to the priesthood, diaconate, or Religious Life are
welcome. Contact Sister Elizabeth Demirgian, O.P. at
(352)394-06640 or (352)394-6680 (cell), (srelizabeth@blessedsacramentcc.com).
Newspaper Recycling Bin: Please
bring all your newspapers to the church parking lot every
week.
There is a container on the Northwest corner of the parking
lot. This bin is for newspapers ONLY.
No plastic bags or paper bags. The proceeds will help
to fund the St. Vincent de Paul Society in
assisting the needy in our parish.
The Welcoming
Committee
The Welcoming Committee is here to serve all newly
registered parishioners of our community. We
work as a team to help new members feel the Holy Spirit at
Blessed Sacrament and to answer their questions regarding
our parish. We send out letters to new members, we bake
bread on a bimonthly
basis for our new parishioners and we try to telephone all
new members to make their first experience
a personable one. Our Committee respects its volunteer’s
time and works with your schedule to make
it a spiritual experience for you too.
Widows &
Widowers Fellowship Group
This is a social group for widows and
widowers. They meet the second Monday of each month at a
restaurant for lunch and camaraderie. Call Helen DeCarlo at
(352)255-3449.
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