Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time Page 3 Stewardship....Live It! STEWARDSHIP & ST AUGUSTINE...

Stewardship: a way of life for our St. Bernadette Parish Family…

“Master, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.” John 6: 69

STEWARDSHIP & THE SPIRITUAL…

In today’s Gospel Reading Jesus says, It is the spirit that gives life, while the flesh is of no avail. That declaration could very well be considered the premise of everything we have heard from the Lord for the past few weeks in our Gospel Readings. Of course, it has been supported by the Holy Word we have heard in the other readings as well. On Tuesday, August 28, we celebrate the Feast Day In fact, it is the lesson Jesus continually teaches. It of one of the most significant of the — calls us to put our concentration on spiritual realities, not St. Augustine, who died on August 28 in the year 430. material things or other diversions we may enjoy which St. Augustine, also known as St. , was are of an earthly nature. There is no question that our born in what is now Algeria. His original name was society is “materialistic.” It is an ongoing struggle for Aurelius Augustinus, an indication of his Roman parents many of us. and background. However, materialism becomes a problem when we start letting things, or our desire for things, to control us. We have often pointed out what wonderful Jesus is telling us to seek to be motivated by what is examples of stewardship our saints are, and he is one of inside of us, what is truly beneficial to us like our spiritual the best examples of this. As a theologian, a development, our relationships, our learning, and our philosopher, and a prolific writer he became a great peace of mind. If we do that, we will take a large step influence on the Church and the development of all of toward being the He wants us to be. Western philosophy. His influence was far reaching. The English philosopher and writer Sir Francis Bacon He traveled to Rome against his mother’s wishes, issued a warning about being materialistic when he said, and became a student and follower of St. . (his “Money is a great servant, but a bad master.” A few mother incidentally is better known to many as centuries later the American poet and philosopher Ralph St. Monica). However, he is better known as one of the Waldo Emerson echoed that comment when he pointed most important Church Fathers himself. He has been to the consumerism which threatened our American called the “most significant Christian thinker” since St. society. He said of materialists: “They measure their Paul. He had a great influence on St. . esteem of each other by what each has, and not by what Among his most famous works are The City of God, On each is.” Ω Christian Doctrine, Confessions, and On the Trinity.

He served as the Bishop of Hippo (in what is now Algeria) from 396 until his death in 430. He is, of course, the patron of our Florida city of St. Augustine, in addition to being the patron saint of brewers, printers, and theologians. He is the patron saint of many U.S. dioceses, including Bridgeport, Kalamazoo, St. Augustine, Superior (WI), and Tucson. Ω

Financial stewardship for the month of August will be reported in the bulletin of Sunday, September 2, 2018. St. Bernadette August 26, 2018 350 NW California Boulevard, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 Page 4

Readings for the Week PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR THE SICK: Sunday: Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b/Ps 34:2-3, 16-17, Joe Kremer Precious Knox 18-19, 20-21, 22-23 [9a]/Eph 5:21-32 or Bob Caracello Angela Pignatelli

5:2a, 25-32/Jn 6:60-69 PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR THE DECEASED: Monday: 2 Thes 1:1-5, 11-12/Ps 96:1-2a, 2b-3, 4-5 Radame (Rod) Montalvo John Imperato [3]/Mt 23:13-22 Tuesday: 2 Thes 2:1-3a, 14-17/Ps 96:10, 11-12, 13 Thelma Lucero [13b]/Mt 23:23-26

Wednesday: 2 Thes 3:6-10, 16-18/Ps 128:1-2, 4-5 [1]/ The Bread & Wine Mk 6:17-29 for the week of Thursday: 1 Cor 1:1-9/Ps 145:2-3, 4-5, 6-7 [1] Mt 24:42-51 August 26-September 1, 2018 Friday: 1 Cor 1:17-25/Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 10-11 [5] are offered /Mt 25:1-13 Saturday: 1 Cor 1:26-31/Ps 33:12-13, 18-19, 20-21 In Memory of [12]/Mt 25:14-30 Beatriz Nocon

by Joanne & Dick Banville Observances for the Week of August 26, 2018 Sunday: 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: St. Monica

Tuesday: St. Augustine, Bishop & The Sanctuary Lamp for the week of Wednesday: The Passion of St. Thursday: ———- August 26-September 1, 2018

Friday: ———- is offered Saturday: World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation In Memory of Blake Wheeler

Prayer for the Protection of Storms by James & Pat Donnelly

od our Father, Creator of the universe and Lord over all creation, we humbly come before You as Your G The Altar Flowers children, mindful of Your hearing our prayers in the past, and confident of Your hearing these as well. We ask that for the week of

You keep us safe from all hurricanes that may threaten us August 26-September 1, 2018 in the coming season. Protect us from all fear and anxiety are offered of storms and give us an ardent trust and hope in Your love and mercy. You alone have the power to command the sea, In Loving Memory of the wind, and the rain. You alone bring peace, calm and Alvar Lindblad safety. Father, we thank You in advance for You are our by wife, Arlene Nice only refuge. We ask this through Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. men. The Catholic Diocese of Palm Beach is committed

A St. Bernadette and Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us! to the safety and protections of all children and vulnerable adults in its care. Victims of abuse are encourage to contact the Diocesan Victim Assistance August is almost over! Coordinator to begin necessary emotional, Where did the summer go? psychological, and spiritual healing. The Diocese of Just a reminder that our 12:15 pm Palm Beach Victim Assistance Coordinator is Sunday Mass returns NEXT Sunday, Mrs. Lorraine Sabatella. She can be reached at: September 2. (561) 801-0999. Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time Page 5

THIS WEEK & COMING UP SOON ... OPPORTUNITIES FOR PRAYER MINISTRIES OF SERVICE Divine Mercy Prayers: ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY: Monday, Tuesday & Friday after morning Mass. Monday, August 27 at 10:30 am, room Powerhouse of Prayer: Massabielle. Contact: Marie Deeg at 878-1743.

Monday, August 27 at 10:30 am in room R.C.I.A. MAKE-UP CLASS: Gave de Pau. Contact: Marilyn at 344-1576 or Tuesday, August 28 at 6:00 pm, room Boly Mill. Arlene at 871-2198. Contact: Sonny Gaudet at 336-9956.

Rosary for the Continued Consecration of the CRHP PLANNING (Men): World to Mary: Tuesday, August 28 at 7:00 pm, room Gave de Pau. Tuesday, August 28 at 7:30 am (church). Contact: Tom Sennott at 233-3260. Respect Life Rosary: CRHP PLANNING (Women): Wednesday, August 29 at 7:30 am (church). Wednesday, August 29 at 7:00 pm, room Devotion to the Miraculous Medal: Gave de Pau. Contact: Linda McMahon at 812-6282. Wednesday, August 29 at 8:30 am (chapel). KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS OFFICERS: Divine Mercy Cenacle - Wednesday & Thursday Thursday, August 30 at 6:30 pm, room Boly Mill. Groups: Both Cenacle groups resume meeting in Contact: Tom Mollica at 344-2084. September. Call: Marie Husain at (954) 803-8517. AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP: “The Word” Prayer Group: Thursday, August 30 at 7:00 pm, room Wednesday, August 29 at 9:15 am, room Lourdes. Gave de Pau. Contact: Marian Schroeder at We meet all summer. Call: Stella at 873-9023. 344-3809. World Mission Rosary for World Peace: Thursday, August 30 at 7:30 am (church) Coming Soon ... CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH - Legion of Mary: Women Spiritual weekend... Saturday, September 1 at 9:00 am, room Lourdes. October 6-7, 2018 Contact: Ellen Hale at 332-2446. Contact Mary Koenig for more information [email protected] - (772) 812-8400

Parents of students Pre‐K ‐ Grade 5...PARENT NIGHT THIS WEEK!

Date: This coming Tuesday, August 28, 2018 Time: 6:00 pm Place: Family Life Center

Welcome back parents! Join us to learn what’s new in Religious Education. We invite you to be inspired by our guest speaker, John Collins. John is a retired elementary school principal a former teacher and a former Director of Curriculum and Professional Development. He is also a former DRE (Director of Religious Education) and catechist. He is now a full‐time National Religion Consultant with William H. Sadlier Publishing Company. He is a keynote speaker at both regional and national catechetical congresses and always brings the practical approach to catechesis with his experience as a professional educator and and faith‐filled Catholic. Following John’s presentation, you’ll have an opportunity to meet our Catechists at St. Bernadette and register for classes, if you have not already done so. Light refreshments await you! CLASSES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 10, 2018. Please see our parish website for details: www.stbernadetteslw.org St. Bernadette Catholic Church August 26, 2018 350 NW California Boulevard, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 Page 6

MONDAY, AUGUST 27, 2018 8:00 am †Raye Cox, requested by Carolyn Arnell

TUESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2018 8:00 am †Mary Rurka, requested by Dinner Morabito Family Dance WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29, 2018 8:00 am †Salvatore & Angelina Ulto, requested by Mark your Calendar… Father Victor A. Ulto Annual San Gennaro Dinner Dance! THURSDAY, AUGUST 30, 2018 8:00 am †Ann Bisceglia, requested by Date: Saturday, September 15, 2018 Bisceglia Time: 5:30 to 10:00 pm Place: Family Life Center FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2018 Cost: $35.00 p/p 8:00 am † Joseph, requested by Suresh & Angeline Desai Please join us for our 3rd Annual St. Bernadette San Gennaro Dinner Dance. As in the past, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 authentic Italian food will be offered. The Dinner 8:00 am †Rob Valentine, requested by Buffet includes: Mr. & Mrs. D. Scott & Baked Ziti with Bolognese Sauce Mr. & Mrs. E. Dieguez Italian Sausage (and members of the Purgatorial Society) Peppers & Onions 4:00 pm †Joseph Frank Risi, requested by Italian Desserts Joe & Risi Coffee, Espresso and… SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2018 A bottle of wine at each table. (Plus BYOB) 7:30 am †Alfonso Parron, requested by Music provided by DJ, Les Ruiz Mariana Parron Raffles! Prizes! Lots of Fun! 9:00 am †Packy & Marjorie Mooney, requested by Tickets are on sale following all weekend Masses. Daughter, Kathleen Williams Contact: 10:45 am †Diana Mauriocourt, requested by Cynthia Russo (772) 919-1611 Mom & Dad Bonica Brenda Foglia (772) 332-6085 12:15 pm For the People of the Parish Marianne Doughney (561) 704-8010

THANK YOU...

To our St. Bernadette Parish Family.... MINISTRY OF PROJECT CHILDREN’S My sister and I send a special note of thanks LITERACY… is looking for stewards who would for your love and prayers at the time of the be interested in offering the gift of their time and death of our mother, Marie Edwine Jovan… talents in this ministry. Only one qualification is necessary...a willingness to help young, at-risk straight from our heart to yours. students for a few hours a week. You can select the God bless all of you, day when it is convenient for you. Questions? Claude Ettiene (age 18) Please call the leader of this ministry, Rita Banashek Cybill Ettiene (age 14) at 785-7020. Thank you!

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Office Hours Office Hours Sunday (772) 336-9956 Monday-Friday Monday-Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm am-4:30 8:30 9:00 am Mass 9:00 am Mass am 10:45 Mass pm 12:15 Mass 9:00 am Mass am 10:45 Mass pm 12:15 9:00 am Mass 9:00 am Mass am 10:45 Mass pm 12:15 Mass 9:99 am Mass am 10:45 Mass pm 12:15 Mass 9:00 am Mass am 10:45 Mass pm 12:15 Mother Teresa Food Collection 7:30 am Mass 7:30 am Mass 7:30 am Mass 7:30 am Mass 7:30 am Mass 7:30 am

ST. BERNADETTE SCHEDULE FOR SEPTEMBER 2018

Saturday, September 1 Wednesday, September 12 Monday, September 24 8:30 am Cleanliness w/Godliness 9:00 am Divine Mercy Cenacle 8:30 am Little Flower Ministry 9:00 am Legion of Mary 9:30 am The Word Prayer Group 10:30 am Powerhouse of Prayer 7:00 pm CRHP Planning (W) 10:30 am St. Vincent de Paul Sunday, September 2 5:00 pm Religious Education 12:15 pm Mass resumes Thursday, September 13 1:30 pm Baptisms 9:00 am Divine Mercy Cenacle Tuesday, September 25 11:30 am CCW Luncheon-off site 9:30 am Diocese of Palm Beach Monday, September 3 6:00 pm K. of C.– 1st Degree Safe Environments Labor Day-Parish Offices Closed 7:00 pm Al-Anon Workshop Tuesday, September 4 7:30 pm Hearts on Fire 10:00 am Bernadette’s Angels 5:00 pm Religious Education 8:30 am Little Flower Ministry Friday, September 14 10:00 am CCW Board Mtg. 6:00 pm RCIA Inquiry (make-up) 6:30 pm RCIA Inquiry Saturday, September 15 7:00 pm Golf Event Planning 7:00 pm CRHP (M) Planning 8:30 am Cleanliness w/Godliness 7:00 pm CRHP Planning ( M ) 7:00 pm For God’s Grace 9:00 am Legion of Mary 7:00 pm For God’s Grace 5:00 pm Feast of San Gennaro Wednesday, September 26 Wednesday, September 5 Dinner Dance 9:00 am Divine Mercy Cenacle 9:00 am Divine Mercy Cenacle 9:30 am The Word Prayer Group Sunday, September 16 9:30 am The Word Prayer Group 6:00 pm Project Children’s Lit. 10:30 am Religious Education 7:00 pm CRHP ( W) Planning 11:00 pm Legion of Mary 6:30 pm Stewardship Council Thursday, September 27 (Regional chapter) 6:30 pm K. of C. Color Corps 9:00 am Divine Mercy Cenacle 7:00 pm CRHP Planning ( W) Monday, September 17 3:00 pm Circle of Friends Thursday, September 6 8:30 am Little Flower Ministry Bereavement Group 9:00 am Divine Mercy Cenacle 10:30 am Powerhouse of Prayer 6:30 pm Columbiettes (General ) 5:00 pm Parish Nurse Ministry 5:00 pm Religious Education 6:30 pm K. of C.- Council 7:00 pm Al-Anon 6:30 pm K. of C. - 4th Degree Tuesday, September 18 7:30 pm Hearts on Fire 6:30 pm Columbiettes ( Officers) 5:00 pm Religious Education Friday, September 28 7:00 pm Al-Anon 5:00 pm Duffy’s 7:30 pm Hearts on Fire 6:30pm RCIA Inquiry Saturday, September 29 Friday, September 7 7:00 pm CRHP ( M ) Planning 8:30 am Cleanliness w/Godliness 8:30 am First Friday Devotions 7:00 pm Social Ministry 9:00 am Legion of Mary 10:00 am Columbiettes Luncheon 7:00 pm For God’s Grace Mother Teresa Food Collection

6:00 pm “Protecting God’s Sunday, September 30 Wednesday, September 19 Children”- Adults 10:30 am Religious Education 9:00 am Divine Mercy Cenacle Mother Teresa Food Collection Saturday, September 8 9:30 am The Word Prayer Group 8:30am Cleanliness w/Godliness 7:00 pm CRHP Planning ( W ) 8:30 am CCW-Northern Deanery Mtg. Thursday, September 20 9:00 am Legion of Mary 9:00 am Divine Mercy Cenacle 3:00 pm Circle of Friends Sunday, September 9 Bereavement Group Monday, September 10 6:30 pm K. of C.- Officers 8:30 am Little Flower Ministry 7:00 pm Respect Life 10:30 am Powerhouse of Prayer 7:00 pm Welcome Ministry 5:00 pm Religious Education 7:00 pm Al-Anon 7:30 pm Hearts on Fire Tuesday, September 11 5:00 pm Religious Education Friday, September 21

6:30 pm Confirmation/ Edge - Saturday, September 22 Parent Mtg. 8:30 am Cleanliness w/Godliness 7:00 pm Golf Event Planning 9:00 am Legion of Mary 7:00 pm CRHP Planning-( M ) 9:00 am Cinderella Ministry REMINDER… 7:00 pm For God’s Grace Sunday, September 23 Deadline for submission of 10:30 am Religious Education October calendar items is September 14 , 2018 Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time Page 9

ALTAR ANGELS: (Preparing altar linens) Bonnie Beverly Only one week at (252) 402-0796 ALTAR SERVERS: (youth) Father Lopez at 336-9956. remains to take ART & ENVIRONMENT: Donna /John Francavilla at 873-9055. advantage of our BERNADETTE’S ANGELS: Mary Ann Evensen at 879-7968. early bird BIBLE STUDY... Three groups: Jay Devey at 621-9793. registration for the BIG APPLE MINISTRY: Tim Reardon at (607) 785-6033. St. Bernadette Golf BIRTHDAY MINISTRY: Chrissy Savage at (419) 408-2548. CANA COMPANIONS: Linda Riccio at 285-4745. Tournament to be CIRCLE OF FRIENDS BEREAVEMENT: Diane Jones at 344-1771. held on Wednesday, COLUMBIETTES COUNCIL 13042: Joanne Banville at 340-3311. COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN: Barbara Lutton at 878-5120. November 7th at the PGA Golf Club ~ CLEANLINESS WITH GODLINESS: Carol Lindner at 370-4066. Ryder Course here in St. Lucie West. DIVORCED & SEPARATED: Alice Pachon, (201) 981-7993. Take advantage of this player discount… EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: Don & Kathleen Cupples at 249-1232. entries are filling up fast! Fewer than EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS (Homebound): Ann Marie Burchell at 429-1321. 50 spots remain at this time… don’t be FUNERAL PLANNING: Cathy Lavin 345-7592. left out! GOLF TOURNAMENT MINISTRY: Bob Russo at 336-8885.

GOOD SHEPHERD MINISTRY: Our common call as Early bird deadline: August 31st! Christians to provide for the safety of our brothers and sisters while they are at our parish. Contact Mike Rios at 324-1539. The entry price includes 18 holes MINISTRY OF HOSPITALITY / USHERS: of golf, BBQ lunch, door prizes, raffles, Troy Black at 475-4948. auctions and much more. K. of C. COUNCIL #13042: Tom Mollica at 344-2084. K. of C. 4th DEGREE #3090: Tony Frasca at 672-4719. There will be Hole-in-One prizes LECTORS: Maryellen McGarry at 359-5416. awarded, which include cash, cars, airline LEGION OF MARY: Call Ellen Hale at 332-2446. tickets and more. MARTHA’S HANDS: Call parish office at 336-9956. MOMS MINISTRY: Laura Dube at 203-6533. Even if you are unable to join us on MUSIC / CHOIRS: Contact Nathan Shrake at 336-9956. that day or you don't play golf, then please PARISH NURSE: Carol Lindner at 370-4066. PRAYER GROUPS: (Four groups) consider becoming one of our many Rosina Ciocca at (856) 264-0055 (Hearts on Fire), different sponsorship levels. Any Marilyn Hight 344-1576 & Arlene Parnofiello at 871-2198. donation amount will be gladly accepted. (Powerhouse of Prayer), Stella DiGiorgio at 873-9023 (The Word), Information regarding our event, Marie Husain at (954) 803-8517 (Divine Mercy). sponsorships and player sign-up sheets PRISON MINISTRY: Deacon Gregory Quinn at are available at the information table (561) 360-3326. PROJECT CHILDREN’S LITERACY: Rita Banashek at located at the rear of our church after 359-3335. every Mass or in our Parish Office. If you PROJECT MOTHER TERESA: Veronica Lacoparra at 871-6405 would like more information about this or Kathy Cole at 206-6683. event, or how you can become a RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Eric Seibenick at 336-9956. RESPECT LIFE: Sue Campbell at 489-5419. Post Abortion tournament level sponsor, please contact Healing: call 1‑877-908‑1212 (may call anonymously). Bob Russo (772) 336-8885/or visit our SACRISTAN: Adele Lamour at 879-7892. Parish website; or email Bob ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY: Financial Assistance: 344-1233. at: [email protected]. Store: 344-1341. Join ministry: Marie Deeg at 878-1743. SOCIAL MINISTRY: Interim leaders: Brenda Foglia, 343-7884 or Come out, have fun and we look Marianne Doughney, (561) 704-8010. forward to seeing you at this year’s annual STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL: Alice Sennott at (561) 526-3927. parish fundraiser event. TECHNOLOGY MINISTRY: Call Nathan Shrake at 336-9956. VOICES FOR GOD’S CHILDREN: Janet Priore at 489-4867. WELCOME MINISTRY: Gail Barlowe at 871-2810. Thank you! YOUTH MINISTRY: Sonny Gaudet at 336-9956.