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Sundays

Every

Sunday Night 

After the

6 p.m. Life Teen Mass

Parents Life meet every Sunday night in the hall room #7. All parents of teens and pre-teens are welcome to attend. New members are always invited to join us.

Young Adults

 A community of Catholic young adults committed to building fellowship through faith, prayer and service. It is an opportunity to share the joys and struggles of everyday life and to support one another. If you are between the ages of 18-39, single or married, join us on the second and  fourth Sunday of the month, after the 6:00 P.M. Mass in the parish hall.  

Every

Monday Night 

Centering Prayer meets every Monday at 7 p.m. on portable #3. (They do not meet if Monday falls on a holiday.)

Please contact Marty O’Boyle at 727/424-9214 (or email; oboyle@kmedipak.com) for more information, or to register.

Every Wednesday

9:40-

11:00 a.m.

Prepare for Sunday … Examine the lectionary readings on Wednesday mornings, from 9:40-11:00 A.M. in Room 1 of the John/Francis Wing.  All are welcomed to these gatherings of prayer and fellowship, scripture reading and discussion, led by William Woodard.

BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY

There will be no more scheduled meetings of the Bereavement Ministry on Wednesdays. If anyone is suffering from the loss of a loved one and would like to talk to someone in the ministry, please call Lydia Jewell at 797-8886 for an appointment

All men of the parish are cordially invited to the Men’s Bible Study and Fellowship Group, every second and forth Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the J/F wing. Come and bring a friend. 

RCIT

Rite of Christian Initiation of Teenagers (R.C.I.T.) is open to any high school student in need of any of the sacraments of initiation .(Baptism ,First Communion and /or Confirmation).

Hi-Liters

The Hi-Liters’ meet on the second Thursday of each month in the J/F Wing, Rooms 1-3. All parishioners, 50 and older, are invited to join us. Please come and bring a food item of your choice, and join us in the games following the luncheon.

The next meeting of the HI-LITERS will be on Thurs. Nov. 13th at 12:30 p.m. in the J/F Wing, rooms 1-2 . We invite all men and women over 50 to join us for our luncheon and card party. Please invite a friend and bring a food item of your choice. For any questions, call our November hostess, Louise Recchia at 727-8237.

Every Thursday Evening

7:00 p.m.

CHOIR! CHOIR! CHOIR!

Our LOC Adult Choir begins rehearsals soon for the upcoming liturgical season. This Choir sings at the 11:15 Mass on a regular basis and also provides music for major liturgies. We sing both contemporary and traditional choral music in four, six and eight part harmonies and lead congregations in music for the mass. Additional members are invited to join this talented and fun group. The ability to read music is helpful, but not required, however the ability to sing on pitch is very important. See our Music Director (Maxine Leurck)  after mass on Sunday, or call the rectory (441-4545) if you wish to join. Rehearsals are on Thursday evenings at 7:00pm.

All night

Eucharistic Adoration will be Friday, November 21st,  from 7:00 pm to 7:00 a.m. Please sign up on the sheets at the back of the church indicating the times you will be coming.

First Saturday of the Month  -  

December 6th- Holy Hour with Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament after the 8:30 a.m. Mass.

3:00 p.m.

A special celebration will be held on Sunday, November 23rd, the Feast of Christ the King, at 3:00 p.m., at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, to confer upon certain individuals of different parishes of the Diocese, the “St. Jude the Apostle Medal”. The medal will be given for distinguished and outstanding service for involvement and dedication to their parish. This year the St. Jude the Apostle Medal will be awarded to Joan Oakley.

The Council of Catholic Women’s General Meeting will be held at 1:00 p.m. on November 25, 2008 in the John Francis wing. Desserts and coffee will be served after the meeting. We urge all members to attend, and invite all ladies who are not members, but would consider joining our group, to come and enjoy our hospitality

7:15pm

The Catholic Men's Association, (CMA), will hold its annual Christmas Dinner Meeting on Tuesday December 8th in the MAH, Rooms 5 & 6. We will begin 2009 with our New Years Meeting on January 12th at 7:15pm in the MAH Rooms 5 & 6. Please plan  to attend both gatherings.

Light of Christ Early Childhood Center AUCTION for EXCELLENCE 2009

Saturday February 7, 2009 Live Auction Working together…Our Family, Our Future, Our Faith Mark your calendars now, because you won't want to miss the 2009 LOC Early Childhood Center Shine Bright Auction. More Details to Come!

AROUND THE AREA

St. Vincent DePaul Society sponsored “Free Meds” Program, is dedicated to helping people in need obtain maintenance prescription drugs at no cost to them. If you would like to help, we welcome you to join our team. Please call 461-9598.

If you are an adult with limited income and lack access to prescription drug services, we invite you to contact us. Our patient advocates will determine if you are eligible for free medications to treat your chronic health conditions. Advocates will work with you to complete application forms and initiate refill requests. This program is sponsored by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Upper Pinellas District Council, and The Health Councils, Inc. with funding provided by Pinellas County Government. For further information please contact us at 727.461.9598

St. Cecelia’s Inter-parish Singles - (for singles age 50+) For more info on meetings call Naomi at 593-3505.

An important part of healing for many men begins with a repentance of their role in the abortion and the failure to protect mother and baby from harm. This act of humility opens the door for them to acknowledge that they have lost a son or a daughter. We can help. Abortion AfterCare-Healing (Project Rachel) 813-631-4370 www.rachelsvineyard.org

The St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen Conference, needs volunteer substitute cooks. Will train. Please contact: St. Vincent de Paul, Soup Kitchen Conference, Inc., 1345 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 34616 - 813 441-3790.

Pinellas Hope Needs You Pinellas Hope, a shelter ministry for the homeless in Pinellas County, is a diocesan Ministry of Mercy that needs your help. Pinellas Hope is in big need of volunteers’ to provide a brown bag lunch and/or provide and serve an evening meal. To find out how you, your family, Church group or ministry can get involved please visit www.pinellashope.org. For more information e-mail pinellashope@ccdosp.org or call the Facility/Volunteer Manager 727-278-3244 or Pinellas Hope Front Desk: 727-556-6397.

An Abused Child Needs You - As a Guardian ad Litem, you advocate in court and the child welfare system for abused, abandoned or neglected children and teens. The average  time needed is four to six hours a month. As a child's advocate, a Guardian ad Litem visits the child every month, becomes familiar with the child’s case and makes recommendations to the court to help ensure the child has a safe, caring and stable environment. For more information about volunteering, please call 1-866-341-1425 or visit www.GuardianadLitem.org.

 Sunday Bingo, Knights of Columbus, 1251 San Christopher Dr. Dunedin, Games start 12:30 pm, Free coffee, tea, and donuts, sloppy Joes and hot dogs $1.00. Soft drinks, chips, etc. available. Questions? Pat McGehee @ 797-3704.

As seen on "60 Minutes" and "The Oprah Winfrey Show", Immaculee Ilibagiza, who survived the holocaust In Rawanda huddled in a tiny bathroom with seven other women, for 91 days, tells the story of how her Father's rosary saved her life. See her in person at Pilgrims’ Peace Center's 14th Annual Prayer for Peace Conference, Sat. and Sun., Nov. 22-23, 2008, at the White Performing Arts Center located at Clearwater Central Catholic High School. Other speakers include Fr. Jude Duffy, OFM, Cap., Msgr. Joseph Harte; Fr. Dennis Cooney, Susan Tassone, Members of Comunita Cenacolo, Mike & Sandy Tobin, and more! Healing Service with Fr. Joe Amalfitano. Music directed by Susan Marth. Seating limited to 600! Tickets: 352 - 564-2463.

We’re back for more fun, fabulous, free scrapbooking! Gather your family and holiday photos and get ready to build lasting memories. We meet from 12:00-3:330pm in the Cenacle at St. Michael’s. Our first few Saturday dates are: Jan 10. Don’t miss out. Contact Marie Bronson at 789-3735 for al the details.  

You are invited on an 11-Day Pilgrimage to the Holy Land with Fr. Raphael Kilumanga of St. Cecelia parish. Join us Mar. 4-14, 2009, cost: $2,886, approx. $350 addl. airfare from Tampa- Newark. Price Includes: Deluxe a/c motor coaches and 8 nights hotel accommodation in the Holy Land; Daily Mass; three meals per day; knowledgeable bilingual Christian guides; and more. Call Jerry Antekeier at (727) 584-7684.

Theology-on-Tap is a lecture and discussion series for young adults in their 20's and 30's, single or married, sponsored by parishes in the Tampa Bay area. We meet at local eating establishments for food, drink, and lively discussions about our faith. We gather at 7 PM, and the discussion begins at 7:30 PM. For more information on Theology on Tap and other Young Adult Ministry opportunities, please contact Anna Marie Wright at wrighta@dosp.org or 727-341-6850.

 The Academy of the Holy Names is a Catholic, independent, coeducational elementary school and a college preparatory high school near downtown Tampa . Our High School Open House on November 16th at 12:30 p.m. Registration begins at 12:00 p.m. The 9th Grade Entrance Exam will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 8:30 a.m. For an application or for more information, please contact the Admissions Office at (813) 839-5371 x307 or visit our website at www.holynamestpa.org

Irish Ceili Dancing –for girls in grade 1-8, at St. Brendan’s Church—245 Dory Passage, island estates.– Mondays from 4 to 5 pm. $5.00 per class. For more info call 445-5485.

 MARRIED COUPLES: Scripture says about married people "Two shall live as one". But how often do you find yourselves living as two? A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend can help you get back to basics in this complicated day and age. The next WW:ME weekend is Jan. 16-18, 2009. For information call (813) 270-7832 or go on-line at www.wwme-tampabay.org.  

HUGE RUMMAGE SALE – at St. Cecelia Church, 820 Jasmine Way, Clearwater on Fri., Nov. 21, 8am-6pm, and Sat., Nov. 22, 8-1:30, NO EARLY BIRDS! Bake Shop, Christmas Raffles, Snack Bar.  Accepting donations for the rummage sale ONLY on Tues., Nov. 18, Wed., Nov. 19 and Thurs., Nov. 20 from 10am–6:30pm - NO DONATIONS ACCEPTED AT ANY OTHER TIME. For info call (727) 447-3494.

“KMAS Radio—Christmas on the Homefront” - A Story of a 1944 Christmas Show—at Espiritu Santo Church, Safety Harbor—Nov. 21st & 22nd and Nov. 28th & 29th. For more info cal l Dave at 727-725-3276.

Retreat—Dec. 7th—City of Ave Maria, FL—Advent Concert by students of Ave Maria University– Cost $48.00. For more info call Anne Marie at 727-847-9060.

EWTN Pilgrimage - spiritual & educational journey to St. Bernard's Benedictine Abbey, Shrine of the Blessed Sacrament. Dates: March 2-5, 2009. Cost- $335.00 - trip Includes: deluxe coach - lodging all meals and more. Call Anne Marie at 847-9060.