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February 23/24, 2019 Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 2506 Gulf Gate Drive, Sarasota FL 34231 941-923-1691 www.stthomasmoresrq.org We are a welcoming Catholic community devoted to living out and celebrating God’s Word and Sacraments by connecting people to Christ through faith, love and ministry. •Weekdays 8:00 am Mass •Saturday 8:00 am, 3:00 pm, 4:30 pm Masses, confessions at 2:00 pm •Sunday 8:00 am, 9:45 am, 11:30 am Masses Office hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm; closed for lunch: 12:00-1:00 pm Before Mass begins: Please help maintain a reverent atmosphere by remaining quiet and turning off all electronic devices - thank you. Prelude at 3:00 and 4:30 pm Masses: Eric Mitchell, guest pianist Prelude at 9:45 am Mass: Handbells and Handchimes Ensemble: “Celtic Dance on Pleading Savior” Gathering Here I am , Lord Text: Wilt Heden nu treden, netherlands folkhymn, tr. Theodore Baker, b. 1851 © J. Curwen & Sons.Tune: Kremser, 12 11 12 21, Nederlandtsch Gendendckclank, 1626, harm. Edward Kemser, b. 1838 I confess to almighty God; and to you, my brothers and most grievous fault. Therefore, I ask the blessed Mary ever sisters, that I have greatly sinned, in my thoughts and in virgin, all the angels and saints, and you, my brothers and my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed sisters to pray for me to the Lord our God. to do; through my fault, through my fault, through my Gloria (all Masses, except 11:30 am Mass) 1 Cantor/Choir: Lord Jesus Christ, only Begotten Son, Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you take away the sins of the world: have mercy on us; you take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer; you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us. Text: ICEL © 2010 Music: A New Mass for Congregations, Carroll T. Andrews, revised by Ronald F. Krisman © 1970, 2011, GIA Publications, Inc. Reading 1 Samuel 26:7-9, 12-13, 22-23 Responsorial Psalm 103 Text & music: Jean Cotter © 1993, GIA Publications Reading 1 Corinthians 15:45-49 Gospel Acclamation I give you a new commandment, say the Lord: love one another as I have loved you. Gospel Luke 6:27-38 Homily Profession of Faith I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He and earth, of all things visible and invisible. will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end. I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through made. the prophets. For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven, I believe in one holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on Amen. the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended Intercessions Response: Lord, hear our prayer Gifts Presentation 9:45 am Choir: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms Hoffman & Showalter 2 11:30 am Choir: We Can Love Tom Booth 4:30 pm/8:00 am: Whatsoever you do When I was hungry, you gave me to eat; when I was thirsty, you gave me to drink. Now enter into the home of my Father. Refrain When I was homeless, you opened your door; when I was naked, you gave me your coat. Now enter into the home of my Father. Refrain When I was weary, you helped me find rest; when I was anxious, you calmed all my fears. Now enter into the home of my Father. Refrain When I was little, you taught me to read; when I was lonely, you gave me your love. Now enter into the home of my Father. Refrain When in a prison, you came to my cell; when on a sickbed, you cared for my needs. Now enter into the home of my Father. Refrain Text & Tune: Willard F. Jabusch, b. 1930; harm. Robert J Batastini, b. 1942 © 1966, 1982, Willard F. Jabusch. Administered by OCP Publications Holy, holy, holy Lord God of hosts. Heav’n and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna, hosanna, hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna, hosanna, hosanna in the highest. Memorial Acclamation When we eat this Bread and drink this Cup we proclaim your death, O Lord, until you come again. The priest requests that all remain seated after receiving the Holy Eucharist for a time of silent reflection and thanksgiving. The celebration of Mass is not complete until the presider has given the final blessing. Communion Procession Taste and See I will never stop thanking my God with my words of praise. My soul will boast, will boast in the Lord. The lowly will hear me and be lifted in praise. Refrain Join the singing in praise of our God; tell the world of the Name. I cried to the Lord: “Have mercy on me.” God calmed all my fears and then set me free. Refrain Look to God and be radiant with joy; you will never know shame. The weight of your burden is light to the Lord. With tender compassion God will call you by name. Refrain God of justice, rain down on the poor, giving hope to their days. Come visit your people, each child of the earth; Come visit us now and bring us to a new birth. Refrain Text & Tune: Francis Patrick O’Brien, b.1958 © 1992, Gia Publications 3 Meditation How Great Thou Art Sacred Silence and Prayer after Communion Sending Forth Lift High the Cross George w. Kitchin, b. 1827, and Michael R. Newbold, b. 1874, alt Tune: Sydney H. Nicholson,b. 1875 © 1978, Hope Publishing Co. Sending Forth at 11:30 am Mass We Will Serve the Lord Text & Tune: Rory Cooney, b. 1952 © 1986, North American Liturgy Resources ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: A World Library Publications – Reprint license #AL0117027; Reprinted under OneLicense no. #A-702155. All rights reserved; OCP– Reprint license #30509 4 St. Thomas More’s 12 Baskets Food Pantry Needs This Week • Syrup • Canned vegetables • Cereal • Cooking oil • Spaghetti O’s • Potato mix • Strawberry jelly • Tuna fish in oil • Pancake mix • Stew • Spaghetti sauce with meat • Hamburger Helper or skillet dinners • Canned meat: chicken, ham, Spam • Canned fruit (especially mandarin oranges and pineapple) Bethesda House Needs This Week Bethesda House, located in downtown Sarasota, is a day shelter for AIDS-HIV positive persons. • coffee • tea • sugar • powdered creamer • body wash Please place all donations in the white bins in the church. Catholic Faith Appeal Where does the money from your pledge go? Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Venice provides more than 30 different programs and services in locations within the Diocese of Venice. Annually serving over 40,000 people, Catholic Charities has been accredited by the Council on Accreditation and recognized as an outstanding human service provider. • Food pantries and clothing banks provide vulnerable families, individuals and seniors with the necessities to get them through the week. • Our Mother’s House offers housing for mothers with children who are homeless. • The Catholic Charities Disaster Response and Recovery Program meets the needs of the greater community before, during and after a disaster. The Respect Life Department serves as a voice for the most vulnerable in our society: the unborn, the elderly, the sick and the disabled. The mission is to provide hope and inspiration in the promotion of respect for all human life, from conception to natural death. If you wish to make a pledge, or give a one-time donation, envelopes are available in each pew slot. March 6 8:00 am Mass 11:00 am Mass 7:00 pm Mass 5 God of the journey, God of the traveler, we pray for those who leave their homes in search of new beginnings and possibilities, may they know your presence with them. Sr. Carol Beevers, SJ, a member of the same religious community as Sr. Judy, contacted us to let us know that she will be making a trip to McAllen, TX to volunteer at the Catholic Charities Humanitarian Respite Center. In support of Sr. Carol and all those seeking assistance at the Humanitarian Respite Center, we will be collecting the following items to send to the Center: • Toiletries for men and women (deodorant, • Gently used or new jeans/chinos for men toothpaste, toothbrushes and razors) (sizes 28, 30, 32) and boys (sizes 3T through 16) • Gently used or new tennis shoes and new shoe laces (for men, women, children and • Gently used or new winter jackets, hoodies infants of all sizes - no sandals, boots, and sweatshirts (toddlers through adults) dress shoes) as well as winter hats and gloves • Underwear *new only* (children - 2T • Hair ties/elastics -14/16; women sizes extra small and small; Items can be dropped off at the Church or men sizes small and medium) at the Parish Office.