april 19, 2015 your catholic community in downtown boca raton

ESTABLISHED 1956 ESTABLISHED 1960
As a diverse Catholic community, we joyfully worship God, celebrate fellowship and care for our neighbor.
370 SW 3rd St. Boca Raton FL 33432
561.392.0007 561.392.0074 Fax
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Msgr. Michael D. McGraw Pastor
Fr. Jimmy B. Hababag Parochial Vicar
Fr. Wesler Hilaire Parochial Vicar
Fr. Carlo DiNatale-Tarasi Assisting
Fr. Norman Schwartz Assisting
Msgr. Steven Bosso Assisting
Fr. Michael Driscoll Assisting
Deacon Bill Watzek
Deacon Michael Zatarga
Deacon Sam J. Barbaro
Deacon Christopher Dorsey
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Parish Office Hours
Monday - Thursday 8:30am to 7:30pm
Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Saturday 9:30am to 2:30pm
School Office Hours
561.392.7974 561.368.6671 Fax
Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm
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Mass Schedules
Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm, 6:30pm (Spanish)
Sunday: 7:30am, 9:15am,
10:45am, 12:15pm & 5:00pm
Monday-Friday: 6:45am & 8:15am
Saturday mornings: 8:15am
Eve of Holy Days: 6:00pm
Holy Days: 6:45am, 8:15am,
9:15am, & 12:15pm
Holidays: Only one Mass at 9:00am
Baptisms
Sunday (English): 1:30pm
3rd Saturday (Spanish): 12 noon
In the second reading today we have Saint John writing about age old axioms like,
“actions speak louder than words” and “if you talk the talk you had better walk the walk.”
These are different ways of saying that what you do should coincide with what you say
and believe in. Regardless of what we say that we believe, what we actually do demonstrates
what we really hold to be true in our lives. One can say just about anything about themselves but
if they do not back up their talk with deeds that confirm what they say about themselves then we
look upon them as hypocrites or frauds. It is this exact type of behavior that Jesus condemned
in His teaching, as He encountered many of the teachers of the Law proclaiming
what others should be doing and not following the law themselves.
As believers in the risen Christ we are called not only to belief in our Trinitarian God but also
to a way of acting in our lives, we are called not only to internalize our faith but to also bring
Christ to others by what we say and do. It is very true that this witnessing to the Gospel
can be extremely challenging in the secular world of today. With the attitudes of minimalism,
extremism, and a new brand of atheism that has taken root in our society it can be very
uncomfortable standing up for our faith in the world today. Jesus however, has never promised
us comfort in our faithful lives but He has promised us much much more, eternal joy in our
eternal lives. If we truly believe in the message of the Gospel this may be the time to step up to
the famed plate and be counted as a believer in a world that is growing more and more intolerant
of us and our message. Yes, we may be a bit uncomfortable about proclaiming and
living out our faith but what is a bit of discomfort compared to that eternal reward.
As the bishop instructs during an ordination concerning the Gospel message,
“Believe what you read, teach what you believe, practice what you teach.” Amen.
Deacon Bill Watzek
TOGETHER, LET US BUILD OUR HOUSE UPON THE ROCK WHO IS JESUS CHRIST
OUR NEW MERCY CENTER
Confessions
Saturday: 3:15 - 4pm & 5:30 - 6:15pm
APRIL 19, 2015
YOUR CATHOLIC COMMUNITY IN DOWNTOWN BOCA RATON
April 19, 2015
Prayer to
St. Joan of Arc
Most extraordinary soldier,
you insistently proclaim
“Let God be served first!”
You began by winning many victories
and received the plaudits of princess,
but then you were given to the enemy
and cruelly put to death.
Instill in us the desire to serve God first
and perform our earthly tasks
with that idea ever in our minds.
Amen.
THE ST. JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL GAZETTE
If you would like to be included in SJA’s School Quarterly Newsletter,
The SJA Gazette mailings, please email us your name and address at
[email protected] or call the School Office
with your contact information at (561) 392-7974.
Thank you.
Dear Parishioners & Friends, When coming
to Mass, please note that additional Parking
is available across the street at Temple Beth El.
Thank you very much.
BULLETIN EDITOR: *Please email Bulletin material to: [email protected]
PATTY DELANEY *We reserve the right to edit and publish such materials at our discretion.
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MASSES FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 19, 2015
MONDAY – April 20
6:45am
Donnie Moon
by Colleen Platten
Joan Nelson
by Pamela McDonald
8:15am
Celia Delgado
by Claudia Pardo
Thomas Flynn
by Ralph Troccoli
TUESDAY – April 21
6:45am
Madeline D’Angelo
by the Liguori Family
Dr. and Mrs. Whalen
by the Liguori Family
8:15am
Jim Dunne
by Pat and Marty Conaghan
Also Massimi
by Ralph Troccoli
WEDNESDAY – April 22
6:45am
Mary Holmes
by the Liguori family
Dr. and Mrs. Whalen
by the Liguori family
8:15am
Gloria Stettnisch
by her family
Ryan Noah Patrick
by Robert Bolinski
FRIDAY – April 24
6:45am
Elizabeth Brady
by friends
8:15am
Daniel Pardo
by Claudia Pardo
Jo Ann Mary Sunderland
by Denise Jann
SATURDAY – April 25
8:15am
Lucina Louisjean
by Adeline Blouin
4:30pm
Ed and Bea Palguta
by daughter Sheri
Wesley McLaren
by Jolene Hill
6:30pm
Jaime Antonio Calderon Tobar
by Carmen Calderon
Elsa Santacroce
by family
SUNDAY – April 26
7:30am
Frances Cook
by St. Martha and Mary circle
William Grab
by the Marko Family
9:15am
Charles DeWitt
by Mary Yacona
Ida Gerow
by New You hair salon hair dressers
THURSDAY – April 23
6:45am
Dr. and Mrs. Whalen
by the Liguori Family
8:15am
LAlicia Saucedo
by the Paloma family
George Richter
by Sieglinde Richter
10:45am
Antonio Guzman
by Alexandra Benicy
Ernest Caruso Sr.
by Jackie
12:15pm
Romis Evan
by Claudia Evan
Gilbert Handal
by Judith Handal
5:00pm
Lolita Fensholt
by The Mann Family
Martha Benitez
by Woman of Grace
PASTOR’S MESSAGE
ECOLOGY
AND OUR FAITH
During this coming week we celebrate
two special theme days throughout our
country, Earth Day, on April 22 and
Arbor Day on April 24. Both of these days
are reminders to us of the Jewish-Christian
understanding of creation and of our responsibility as stewards
of creation. In the two creation accounts that we find in the
Book of Genesis, the Bible writers make it very clear that it is
the Creator’s intention that His human creation has responsibility
for the world and all of its wonders. In the beginning, what is
emphasized is the truth that God created the world, that it
is good, that it is our home and that we are to live in harmony
with all of creation. The complexity and beauty of creation
reveals the truth, beauty and goodness of God. It is a most
precious legacy for us to respect, protect and enhance.
feet so to speak). What we practice and teach to our children
is critical for the attitudinal and behavioral changes that are
necessary for our planet; not just to survive but to thrive with
us sitting on it.
Recently I came across a summary of Roman Catholic
moral principles (broad and general values that should be
enshrined in public policy and individual actions) concerning
the environment. They do not reach down into the level of
specific choices or alternatives that have a lot of room for
differences of judgments but they give an over-arching
framework for Christian prayer, thought and action.
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In the complex world that we inhabit there are a lot of
ecologically related concerns that we have to face as a
world family. Some that come quickly to mind are energy
policy (fossil fuels, solar energy, nuclear energy, wind energy,
global warming etc.). Another whole set of issues are related
to global poverty and the earth and climate abuse that results
from crushing poverty and hunger. It seems clear that we cannot
separate economic issues from ecological ones. They need to be
addressed together using solid science and economics in concert
with and informed by faith. International economic competition
and worldwide industrial energy policy are also factors. Closer to
home and more under our direct control are re-cycling practices,
prudent use of water, action against pollution and a respect for
and care for the environment that we directly inhabit (under our
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Human life and dignity must remain at the forefront of any consideration of environmental questions
Stewardship is the appropriate model for human care for
the environment
Obligations to future generations must influence environmental
decision-making
In the spirit of subsidiarity, environmental decision-making
must be made at the appropriate level
The right to private property and the mandate to use
property for the common good must both be respected in
environmental policies
Environmental concerns are also moral concerns which require
radical rethinking of our consumer culture
Whatever environmentally friendly thing we do on Earth Day or
Arbor Day (planting a new tree is a great idea to me), may it be
a reminder to us all of the great gift that God has entrusted to our
care and gardening.
- Msgr. Michael D. McGraw
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WEEKLY TREASURE
The Weekly Offertory Collection for April 11/12, 2015
totaled $21,256.00.
699 envelope users contributed $15,985.00.
and non envelope users contributed $5,271.00.
The Care Ministry Collection totaled $3,269.00.
PARISH DIRECTORY
ANNULMENTS
Deacon Bill Watzek 561-952-2828
by appointment only
BAPTISMAL ARRANGEMENTS
561-392-0007
(English) Baptism class for parents
1st Thurs. each month, 7 pm.
561-392-0007
Constanza Preble (Spanish)
Baptism class for parents
3rd Tues. each month, 7pm.
561-392-0007
CARE MINISTRY 561-962-6000
DIOCESAN SERVICES APPEAL
MULTICULTURAL MINISTRY
Constanza Preble, 561-859-4666
HOMEBOUND/PASTORAL VISITATION
Fr. Wesler Hilaire, 561-392-0007
ext. 2824
MUSIC MINISTRY
Douglas Byers, 561-952-2856
Director of Liturgical Music
PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY
Deacon Bill Watzek, 561-952-2828
We are all one family experiencing the grace of God, and sharing
our gifts with our brothers and sisters in His name. Let us follow
the model of our Holy Family, Jesus, Mary and Joseph, so that
together, as “A Family of Faith in Service to Others” we share the
hope and salvation of
Christ, our brother.
- Bishop
Gerald M. Barbarito
PHYSICAL PLANT DIRECTOR
Paul Micelli, 561-392-0007 ext. 2850
COUNSELING CENTER
(Catholic Charities Satellite Office at SJA) SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
Counseling Director:
Mrs. Caroline Roberts, 561-392-7974
Maria T. Isava MA, LCSW - 561-215-0208
Mario Acosta, Ph. D. - 561-254-6558
RELIGIOUS ARTICLES STORE
Laura Watzek, 561-393-0006.
COUNSELING CENTER (Private Practice) Hours: Mon - Wed, 7:30am to 4:30pm
Pamela Sigda, Ph. D. - 561-7062277
Thur - Fri, 7:30am to 3:30pm
Sat, 9:00am to 5:30pm
COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
Sun. 9 am to 1:30 pm
Patty Delaney, 561-952-2868
SACRAMENTS
Anointing of the Sick and Elderly:
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
First Saturday of the month following
Wendy Horton, 561-952 2838
the 8:15am Mass.
Special Projects: Diane Salerno
Please call the Parish Office to
561-952-2848
request a priest if you are a patient
at Boca Regional Hospital.
FAITH FORMATION MINISTRY
Sr. Vivian Gonzalez / Director
Rosa Davidson / Admin. Asst.
SISTERS OF MERCY
Sr. Ellen, Sr. Josephine, Sr. Kathleen,
561-952-2872
561-392-7974
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRY
WEDDING PREPARATION
Tessie O’Dea, 561-952-2852
Rosario Gonzales, 561-952-2854
6 Months notice required for marriages
FINANCE & HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
Patricia Suau, 561-392-2806
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY
Cecilia Chinchilla, 561-952-2858
USHERS MINISTRY
Javier Palomo 561-445-1782
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http://12567.thankyou4caring.org/pages/dsa-brochure-english
HOSPITAL OR HOSPICE
PRIEST VISITATION
Dear Parishionioners,
If you are in the hospital or hospice,
please call the Parish Office at
(561)392-0007 so that you can insure
visitation from one of our priests on duty.
Thank you.
FROM OUR SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
Mrs. Caroline Roberts
THIS YEAR’S NCEA CONVENTION
On April 7, 8 and 9, fifteen faculty and staff members were able
to participate in the three day NCEA (National Catholic Education
Association) Convention. Typically, the NCEA Convention is held in
other states. Fortunately, this year’s NCEA Convention was held in
Orlando, making it feasible for more SJA educators to participate.
Some of the workshops the teachers attended were as follows:
• 3D Printing
• What Are They Thinking? The Boy Brain Behavior and Learning
• Meet the Millennial Parent
• Paperless Classroom Management Strategies
• Decodable Text, Complex Text, Informational Text-Oh my!
Text selection and Use in the Primary Grades
• Full STREAM Ahead (content related to Science Technology
Religion Engineering Arts and Math)
• Higher-Order Learning Skills
• Dealing with Bullying in Catholic Schools
• School Lockdowns and Emergency Response Planning
• Make Every Minute Count:
Strategies for Struggling Learners
• iPad in the Math Classroom
• Technology Infused Active Learning
• Rigor on Instruction and Assessment
• iPad in the Foreign Language Classroom
• A Plan for a Successful Admissions Office
• Parent Ambassadors
• When Parents Bully the School
• Apple specific Education Seminars such as: “Enhancing Teaching
and Learning in Language Art and “Creating Content in the
Classroom with Mac”
“I am blessed to have attended the 2015 NCEA Convention as
it provided me with the opportunity for continued professional
development. My favorite session was “Teaching and Learning
in 21st Century Catholic School” which challenges me to be an
innovative, creative, disciplined educator in order to serve and lead
21st century learners. I believe that a clearly articulated curriculum
using the 4C’s: Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication and
Collaboration, infused with Gospel values, will produce successful
students. I especially look forward to implementing the 4C’s to
engage students in their learning endeavor by facilitating projects
which require them to think out of the box.”
-Ms. Hiponia (2B)
“The convention provided me with a wealth of information. My
favorite session was “Making Every Minute Count: Strategies for
Struggling Learners”. The instructor provided tips to further engage
my students in math class. I found it beneficial that numerous
additional resources are available on the 2015 NCEA app.”
-Ms. Bricker (6B)
“I look forward to perfecting our Parent Ambassador Program
by recruiting more student ambassadors and creating beautiful
SJA banners around campus. I particularly enjoyed the
“Parent Ambassador” session because I want to ensure we
further enhance our open houses by showing student-centered
videos to highlight why they love St. Joan of Arc.”
-Mrs. Bradley (School Registrar)
We are thankful to all the faculty and staff that stayed at SJA
to ensure our students were learning and were safe. We are
particularly grateful to our students for being on their best behavior.
Thank you for your support as this professional development
opportunity experience has inspired our educators to implement
numerous new ideas. Our teachers will also be sharing what they
learned with their colleagues at upcoming faculty meetings.
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THIS
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Praise &
THE
WORSHIP
THE LIGHT,
THE LIGHT, St Joan of Arc’s young adults’ ministry, invites
everybody between the ages of 18 to 35 (married and single)
for dinner and fellowship.
at 7:30pm, Monday, April 20th
at Yard House
“Serve the Lord with gladness!
Come into His presence with singing!”
201 Plaza Real #1201,
Mizner Park, Boca Raton, FL 33432
- Psalm 100:2
Keep in mind, beginning of May, the LIGHT will be meeting
every 1st and 3rd Monday at the ARK, across the street
from the Parish, from 7:30 - 9pm.
All are invited
Come check it out and meet the young adults of our parish!
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
at 7pm at St. Joan of Arc Church
St. Joan of Arc Church & Youth Choirs
Farewell to
DEACON
CHRIS DORSEY
COFFEE &
DONUTS
Sunday April 19
after the 10:45am Mass
th
Stop by the Gazebo
to wish him farewell
and God’s blessings on his
upcoming ordination
to the priesthood.
TODAY!
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LIGHT
TOMORROW!
For more information please email
[email protected]
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You are invited to a playgroup for mothers and their children.
All ages and faiths welcome! Every Tuesday from 10am - 1pm
this group will meet at the Ark or a specified location
to allow our children to interact and explore together.
THIS TUESDAY!
April 21 South Inlet Park - Beach Day!
1100 S. Ocean Blvd. Boca Raton
Meet at Playground (meter parking)
April 28The Ark
April 23 MOM’S NIGHT OUT (Thursday)
Uncle Julios at 7:30pm
449 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432 Located in Mizner park
Please contact Amanda Roccapriore Herrera
for more details at [email protected] or 561-859-8684
THE FINAL PIECE
IS IN YOUR HANDS...
Journeying Forward
TO THE HEART OF OUR FUTURE
JOURNEY FORWARD
IS MORE THAN A PASTORAL CAMPAIGN TO CONSTRUCT A NEW BUILDING, STRUCTURES OR WALLS…
We need your contributions to achieve our goal and further our mission in ministry.
Today we ask you to please join your fellow parishioners and support
our Journey Forward Pastoral Campaign.
UPDATE:
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The final architectural drawings have been submitted to the City and County for permits.
Construction is scheduled to begin in June.
Stay tuned for dates for our Groundbreaking celebration and more updates as the project proceeds.
Journey Forward will help our generation and future generations continue the great tradition of Service,
Faith and Community that define St. Joan of Arc.
Stay tuned each week for more updates!
You can help us reach our goal with your pledge or donation.
Pledge forms included in the brochures on the credenzas in the back of church
or online at www.stjoan.org on the Development/Stewardship page
or call Wendy Horton at (561) 952-2838
Our Parish Family devout in faith, growing together, growing for the future and for future generations.
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Divine Mercy Celebration
ANNUAL PART Y
Dear SJA Altar Servers,
The Parish wants to remind you about
the Annual Altar Servers Party.
Last Sunday was Divine Mercy Sunday and the end of
the Divine Mercy Novena. At a 2:30pm service Fr. Jimmy
led a well attended group of worshipers in the Rosary,
Divine Mercy Chaplet and Benediction. The experience was
a powerful prayer-filled devotion that touched the hearts
of many who had the chance to attend.
We will gather at the Gazebo
on Saturday, May 2nd,
11am - 1pm
We look forward to seeing you all.
Save the Date
ST. JOAN OF ARC’S
ANNUAL DINNER AUCTION
Friday, December 4, 2015
at The Polo Club in Boca Raton.
Due to the upcoming construction at
St. Joan of Arc, it was recommended that we have
our Annual Dinner/Auction off campus this year.
We are asking everyone to SAVE THE DATE and mark
your calendars. This will be a wonderful event with a
Christmas Theme at a beautiful facility.
Don’t miss this one!
We will update you with more information in the near future.
Spiritual Family Ministry
Brothers and Sisters in Christ
gather together after Mass for holiday dinners.
Our ministry began over Easter Dinner at
Galuppi’ s Restaurant in Pompano Beach.
Our next holiday gathering will be over Thanksgiving Day dinner.
For more information email: [email protected]
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FAITH FORMATION & RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
SR. VIVIAN GONZALEZ,
Director of Faith Formation
(561) 952-2870
[email protected]
Rosa Davidson, Administrative Assistant
(561) 952-2872 • [email protected]
Religious Education Office Hours:
Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays:
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesdays: 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Fridays: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
*Please note hours have changed
Sundays: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
& by appointment
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
Baptismal Preparation Class for 2015
SUNDAY SESSION FOR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: 9:00 A.M. TO 10:15 A.M.
WEDNESDAY SESSION FOR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: 4:45 P.M. TO 6:00 P.M.
MAKE SURE IT’S IN YOUR CALENDAR!
CONFIRMATION PARENT MEETING
Monday April 27, 2015 at 7pm in Church.
For parents of both School and Religious Education (CCD) students
who will be confirmed in October 2015.
FIRST COMMUNION REHEARSALS
For all second graders in St. Joan of Arc School and
St. Joan of Arc Religious Education program (CCD)
Please mark your calendar as follows:
Students with last names letters A - L Monday, May 4 at 6:00 p.m. in the Church
Students with last names letters M - Z Monday, May 4 at 7:15 p.m. in the Church
May 7th
June 4th
July 9th
GETTING READY FOR 2015-2016 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION YEAR
Sunday Religious Education Classes:
Registrations will open for next year on May 1st, 2015. Please register your child early.
New registration forms will be available in the Religious Education Office and the website
after this date.
Please register with main Parish Office
to attend the class.
April 26 - CLASSES
May 3 - Last day of Classes for Sunday Session
Wednesday Religious Education Classes:
April 22 - CLASSES
April 29 - CLASSES
May 6 - Last day of Classes
We only have 3 more weeks of Religious Education classes (CCD) but preparations are
already underway for the 2015-2016 school year. In order to prepare the calendar and
order materials we need to know a good approximate number of the children registered
in the program.
Two important things to remember:
1. Preparation for the Sacrament of First Holy Communion is a two year program.
Typically grade 1 is First Communion Year 1 and grade 2 is First Communion
Year 2. Preparation for Confirmation is also a two year program:
Confirmation I in 7th grade and Confirmation II in 8th grade.
2. Reception of the sacraments is not the conclusion of a child or teen continuing
faith formation. We have continuing religious education for grades PK4 to
8th grade. Please consider seriously bringing your children back to
CCD classes after they receive First Communion.
Parent Formation is also important. We will have parent religion classes for our Religious
Education families. Consider the possibility of joining the Parent Formation Class next year
while you wait for your child to finish their weekly classes. This is a fun way to meet
other parents, make friends, learn more about our Catholic faith and be active in your
child’s religious formation.
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THE ST. JOAN OF ARC YOUTH GROUP
During Lent, the #SJABRHSYG
gathered to determine their Lenten sacrifices.
How did they do?
We’re having a
THIS
SAT!
Singles, couples and kids welcome!
THE ST. JOAN OF ARC YOUTH GROUP
The group welcomed one of its members into
the Catholic faith. They witnessed him be baptized,
receive First Holy Communion and be confirmed
with the other RCIA candidates at the Easter Vigil Mass.
What an AMAZING Youth Group!
Many Blessings!
E-mail Cecilia Chinchilla for more information
at [email protected]
WHEN: April 25, 2015 To pay in advance or for a
TIME: 7 - 10pm reserved table of 6 or more call:
WHERE: Mercy Center Pay at the Church Office (561) 392-0007
or call Mary Lou Hotchkiss (561)362-5952
TICKETS
$10 for adults - $5 for kids in advance
$12 adults - $6 kids at the door
Cash or check - no refunds!
Donations at the bar for beer, wine, soda & water.
Snacks offered and lots of dancing!
Professional caller Chris D. Phillips
Sponsored by the Columbiettes and the Knights of Columbus
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PRAY FOR THE SICKApril
Barone, Lydia
Bauchman, Maureen
Beucher, Joe
Bondi, Barbara
Bruzzo, Tamara
Campbell, Mary
Cloeren, LaHoma
De La Torre, Eugenia
Ferrar, Helen
Garvey, Don​
Greenwald, Carol
Gesner, Carmela
Golden, Dorothy
Gonsalves, Pat​
Harpster, Joann
Hollerbach, Nancy​
Hughes, Barry
Karam, Dean
Kenny, Pauline
Kick, Debbie
Kolesar, Donald
Kuchina, John
Linzer, Chad
Lopez, Carlos
Lugo, Miguel
Lupo, Ana
Lynn, Adele
Maloney, Jim
Manno, Jean
Margolis, Robert
Nofe, Dianne
Petho, Ellen
Petito, Joseph
Pfistener, Paul
Power, Theresia
Saffran, Dorothy
Schoemaker, Raquel
Takacs, Linda
Thorson, Kim
Uchitelle, Frydel
Whelan, Mary Lou
Woolley, Bill
Word, Charlotte
Yee, James
Zimmerman, Shirley
ALTAR BREAD
Do you want a special remembrance for a loved one, living or deceased?
You can donate Altar Bread for a week of Masses by calling
Karen Tringali, 561-752-0014.
In memory of beloved husband William Murphy
By his wife April
BAPTISMS
We welcome the newest members of St Joan of Arc Parish
and offer our congratulations to the parents of the newly baptized.
Josephine Juliana Cohen
Mara Elizabeth Maguire
DECEASED
​Frances Connor
Would you like to donate
flowers to decorate the altar
on the weekend masses?
If you would like to donate flowers
to decorate our altar, please call
Patty Delaney, (561)952-2868 or
email her at [email protected]
Staff. Sgt. Douglas Stott, PVT 1st Class Brendan Nestor.
Sgt. Maj. John Hermeling, Capt. Christopher Allen & PFC Lee E.
Palmer; David Schuler, Lance Corp., Marines. Benjamin Creed,
PO3, William Fix Jr. Navy in Okinawa, Japan
This week’s alter flowers donated by:
DUTCH DESIGNS
141 NW 20th St., Suite B7
Boca Raton, FL 33431
Please call Patricia,
(561) 405-6856
(cell) (516) 444-2072
www.facebook.com/DUCHDESIGNS
www.DDduchdesings.com
10% discount offered to SJA parishioners
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your spiritual family long into the future.
AROUND OUR DIOCESE
Protection of Children and Young People
The Catholic Diocese of Palm Beach is committed to the safety and
protection of all children and vulnerable adults in its care. Victims of abuse
are encouraged to contact the Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator to
begin necessary emotional, psychological and spiritual healing.
The Diocese of Palm Beach Victim Assistance Coordinator,
Ms. Theresa Fretterd, can be reached at 561-801-0999.
For more information on Diocesan policies and procedures for reporting
abuse as well as to view the USCCB Charter for the Protection of
Children and Young People, please go to www.diocesepb.org and
click on Offices/Safe Environments.
Child Abuse Prevention Blessing
Child Abuse Prevention Month, April 2015
Dear Lord, We ask You to bless these Your holy people who have
participated in the Church’s efforts to help stop child sexual abuse.
Open their hearts to Your call to be the “ears, eyes and voice of children
and young people” everywhere. Give them the vision and grace needed
to fulfill the special commitments that each of them has made to making
their homes, churches, schools, communities and world a safer place for
all God’s Children. Amen.
Diocese’s Jubilee Celebration
May 9, plan to attend this special Mass as we celebrate the Diocesan
Jubilees of the Religious of the Diocese of Palm Beach. The Mass will
be held at 4:30pm at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola in Palm Beach
Gardens. Everyone is invited to attend this Liturgy with Bishop Barbarito
as the celebrant. Following the Liturgy, there will be a special
by-invitation-only dinner for only the Jubilarians, their family and friends,
and fellow religious.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend
Rekindle and renew your love on a Worldwide Marriage
Encounter weekend. Available date for 2015 is May 1 - 3.
For more info, contact Roberto and Maria Ibarra at
Home (954)-972-8129 or via E-mail [email protected].
To ensure a place, please contact Roberto and Maria Ibarra at least
two weeks before the weekend. Please use this bulletin for $35.00 off
the application fee.
Healing Retreat
Hosted by Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center.
Led by: Fr. Robert Richardson
May 22-24, 2015, 10am - 2:30pm
$210, registration and deposit required.
Rosary Service Held Every Month
For more information, please contact: (561)626-1300
Catholic Charities Office of Respect Life conducts a Rosary Service the
first Saturday of each month at 9am outside the Presidential Women’s or visit www.ourladyofflorida.org
Center in West Palm Beach. The center is located at 100 Northpoint
Parkway, just off 45th St. and Village Blvd. Please join us across the
School of Christian Formation Graduation
street from the abortion center as we peacefully pray. For information,
May 13, The diocese will celebrate those who have completed the School
call Catholic Charities Respect Life Office at 561-775- 9565.
of Christian Formation with a special Mass on Wednesday, May 13,
at 7pm at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola in Palm Beach Gardens.
The community is invited to join in this celebration.
Women’s Circle Concert Series
Friday, April 24, 2015 from 6-9pm
at St. Mark’s Church in Boynton Beach.
Are You Blessed with Time on Your Hands?
Broadway Review by St. Mark Choir, featuring
Catholic Charities always needs volunteers for our many programs and
music from “Les Miserables” and choice of dinner entrée and dessert.
ministries including: Birthline/Lifeline; Elder Affairs; Hunger, Homeless and
Cash Bar and 50/50 Raffle
Outreach; Parish Social Ministry; and many others. Please come share your
This event will benefit the Women’s Circle building expansion fund.
time and talents with us at Catholic Charities!
Seating is limited. Tickets are $30 in advance.
For more information please contact Carly DeLoach, Volunteer Coordinator,
For information, please contact:
at 561-345-2005 or [email protected]
St Mark Office (561)734-9330 or Women’s Circle (521)244-7627.
Contact: Helena Wallis, [email protected]
Birthline/Lifeline Adoption Awareness Speakers Guild
The Adoption Awareness Speakers Guild is comprised of a trained team
of people who themselves have experienced either adoption or the
Day of Reflection
adoption of a child. The goal of the Adoption Awareness Speakers Guild is
“Abiding in the Heart of God”
to educate parishioners through a short testimony about an adoption life
Hosted by Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center.
experience. Invite this team of speakers to your parish by contacting
Presenter: Maureen Hackett
Mary Rodriguez, Program Administrator of Birthline/Lifeline,
May 6, 2015, 10am - 2:30pm
at [email protected] or 561-278-0894.
$30, reservations required. For more information, please contact:
(561)626-1300 or visit www.ourladyofflorida.org
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S.J.A. MINISTRIES & SUPPORT SERVICES
PRAY THE ROSARY - 6:15am in the Chapel, to pray for our Pope, Bishop, Priests,
Deacons, and Religious, and for vocations. Join us every morning after the 8:15am
Mass in the Chapel to pray to end abortion.
AA (Alcoholic Anonymous) - Saturdays at 10am in Immaculata Center,
Mondays,7:00pm, Art Room, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm in Immaculata Center.
AL - ANON/ALA TEEN - Meets at St. Joan of Arc Saturdays,10am in
Immaculata Center.
ST. JOAN OF ARC KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS - We are a part of this great dynamic
Catholic International Organization. Call Bob Vetto, G.K.: 561-716-6070.
ST. JOAN OF ARC COLUMBIETTES - Please join us as United We Stand to embark
on this fresh new year in building a strong bond in our parish. For details call
Mary Lou Hotchkiss at 561-362-5952.
MOMMY & ME - Weekly get together every Tuesday between 10:00am and
1:00pm. Come and go as you please.Please contact Amanda Roccapriore
at 561-859-8684 or [email protected] for information.
SCRIPTURE STUDY - Sunday Morning from 9:15am to 10:30 am. in
Conf. Room B. Thursday Morning Scripture Study 9:00am at the Casa Hispana.
(corner of 3rd ave & 4th St.)
SJA RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY - Join us to pray the rosary at the Planned Parenthood
site at 8177 Glades Rd., West Boca. We meet in front of the shopping center at
9:45am on Fridays. For information call Terri at 561-901-7312
KOINONIA - Our Annual parish Retreat, a spiritually uplifting weekend experience
that takes place in our Parish Grounds. More information please contact
Tessie O’Dea at 561-952-2852
P.O.P.S. (Parents of Prayer & Service) - Meet every Thursday during the
school year, 7:45am to 8:15am in the Convent Chapel. Please join us.
ALLELUIA CLUB IS A MEETING OF PARISHIONERS 50+
More information please call Tessie O’Dea at 561-952-2852
SHARED CARE - Each Wednesday at Temple Beth El, 9:30am to 2:30pm.
For more info call Tessie O’Dea at 561-952-2852.
NA (Narcotics Anonymous) - Meets at St. Joan of Arc Fridays at 7 pm,
in Immaculata Center. More information call: 561-276-4581.
UPGRADE YOUR CLOSET! THE ST. JOAN OF ARC USHERS WANT YOU!!!
Are you tired of your wardrobe and deciding what to wear to Mass each week?
Let us dress you! Call Javier Palermo at 561-445-1782 or Dennis Jordan
at 561-395-8329.
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ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT - Join us every Tuesday, 5-9pm
and Friday, 9am to 9pm in the Chapel. Divine Mercy Chaplet prayed on Fridays
at 3:00pm, and the Rosary on Fridays at 8:30pm.
KNIT/CROCHET SOCIAL - Join us on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month at
10:30am at the Casa Hispana (corner of 3rd Ave and 4 th St.). Beginners to
experts are needed to make prayer shawls and projects for preemies, kids and our
troops. Call Claire at 445-4802 for more information.
SJA DAD’S CLUB - Every Monday in Mercy Center at Drop off - 7:45am. All dads
in the Parish welcome.
THE MEN’S MINISTRY - The Men’s Ministry of St Joan of Arc strives to develop
God-centered Catholic men through Christian fellowship, education and service. We
gather in Christ’s love and offer an environment of encouragement, confidentiality
and support. We meet Wednesday evenings from 6:45-8:30pm at The Ark House.
All men of the parish are most welcome. Call Paul Paschke 561-392-2476
SJA SCHOOL ALUMNI - We invite you to register on our St. Joan of Arc website as
an alumnus if you haven’t already done so at [email protected]
WOMEN OF GRACE - Find your purpose... feed your soul.
Embark upon a 10-week Journey of Discovery and Transformation that is
life-changing! For details contact, Tessie O’Dea 561-952-2852
or Martha Nicolli at [email protected]
THE SJA PUBLIC ADVOCACY COMMITTEE - is requesting the current members
and any other parishioners who wish to join, to send their email/phone number
(whichever you wish) to Joseph Kabbas, Chairman of Public Advocacy
at [email protected]; phone 561-299-8921; fax 561-362-7134
SUNDAY TV MASS FOR THE HOMEBOUND - Each week at 9:00am on Estrella
network. Mass for the Homebound can be seen. For a copy of the Sunday Missal,
call the Diocesan Office of Communications at 561-775-9529.
Comcast stations #208 or #616.
HOMEBOUND MINISTRY - Call us if you or someone you know is no longer able
to attend Mass. Our Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion visit the elderly
& infirmed Parishioners. 561-392-0007.
SJA COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN (CCW) - St. Ana Circle 4th Wednesday at
8am, St. Clare Circle 3rd Wednesday at 1pm. St. Elizabeth Circle 2nd Tuesday at
8am-9:30am at Casa Hispana, Sts Martha & Mary Circle 3rd Thursday at 7pm.
St. Monica Circle 4th Monday at 2pm. St. Therese of Lisieux 3rd Tuesday at 8am.
Please join us, make new friends, as we are Women Making a difference.
For more information call 561-392-0007 Ext. 8104.
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