ST. MICHAEL CATHOLIC CHURCH

P.O. Box 6310 Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 corner of North Fourth & Broome Streets 904-261-3472

TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME AUGUST 28, 2016 HUMILITY Have you ever been in a group of people—maybe on a tour, at a social gathering, or at church—and discovered that you have just been talking with a well-known author, corporate CEO, great scholar, or politician? Your first thought is the hope that you didn’t say anything to embarrass yourself; but your second thought is how much they seemed like such “regular” folks. What is it that makes people seem so “regular”? Today’s readings give us a clue when they stress the importance of humility.

It is so hard for us not to tell the first person who will listen how busy we are, how hard we work, how much money we donate, and how important our job titles are. We think these accolades make a differ- ence to people, and if we don’t tell them, how will they ever know? But if our actions demonstrate our values, people will recognize our worth on their own. The words of Jesus show us how much better it is to let someone else recognize our worth than to be embarrassed because someone did not.

TODAY’S READINGS TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION First Reading — Conduct your affairs with humility Perhaps the most familiar traditional symbol that iden- and God will favor you (Sirach 3:17-18, 20, 28-29). tifies bishops is the crosier that they carry. We see the Psalm — God, in your goodness, you have made a shepherd’s staff and immediately rich images from home for the poor (Psalm 68). scripture come to mind, as well as the recollection that Second Reading — You have approached Jesus, the the first to respond to Christ’s presence in our world mediator of a new covenant were the shepherds. The staff is more than a walking (Hebrews 12:18-19, 22-24a). stick; its crooked top is useful in snaring errant sheep Gospel — When invited to dine, take the lowest but also in keeping the flock united. Bishops carry the place. Those who humble themselves will be exalted curve outward, indicating their ministry to the wider (Luke 14:1, 7-14). flock, while abbots (and some abbesses, too) carry the crosier with the curve pointing in, indicating that their ministry is to the monastery alone. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: 1 Cor 2:1-5; Ps 119:97-102; Mk 6:17- The crosier was once also carried by the pope, but was 29 phased out centuries ago. You may recall that in pre- Tuesday: 1 Cor 2:10b-16; Ps 145:8-14; Lk 4:31 “popemobile” days, the pope was often carried around - 37 on a portable throne called a sedia gestatoria. Since Wednesday: 1 Cor 3:1-9; Ps 33:12-15, 20-21; he didn’t do much walking, the need for a crosier was Lk 4:38-44 minimal. Pope Paul VI introduced the innovation of a Thursday: 1 Cor 3:18-23; Ps 24:1bc-4ab, 5-6; walking staff in the 1960s, and everyone remembers Lk 5:1-11 Pope John Paul II’s walking staff, not a crook, but a Friday: 1 Cor 4:1-5; Ps 37:3-6, 27-28, 39-40; delicately sculptured crucifix. Thus, the pope carries a Lk 5:33-39 “pastoral staff” rather than a crosier. Precisely be- Saturday: 1 Cor 4:6b-15; Ps 145:17-21; Lk 6:1- cause the pope’s ministry is universal, to the whole 5 world, popes will likely leave crosiers in the hands of Sunday: Wis 9:13-18b; Ps 90:3-6, 12-17; the bishops they commission for care of specific Phlm 9-10, 12-17; Lk 14:25-33 flocks.

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REGISTRATION ST. MICHAEL COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC If you are new to the area, or moved away and re- WOMEN CCW turned, we ask you to please register with St. Michael Our traditional CCW Morning of Reflection will take Church. You may do so by contacting the parish of- place on Sept 10, 2016 at 8:30 am. This is a wonder- fice: 904-2361-3472 or visiting our website: ful opportunity to come together with women in www.stmichaelscatholic.org. Also, we are updating prayer and fellowship. Our Morning of Reflection will our records so they’ll be accurate. Thank you for your focus on 'Be still and know I Am God'. Psalm 46. We help. look forward to seeing you there.

INTERESTED IN “BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO MOURN, FOR BECOMING THEY SHALL BE COMFORTED” CATHOLIC ?? A new “Living with Loss” support group is being If you are interested in formed to offer faith-based comfort to parishioners becoming Catholic, who are grieving the death of a loved one. This is not please call the church group therapy, but a lay-ministry support group office: 2361-3472 to reg- grounded on our Catholic faith and prayer. The group ister for this year’s sessions. Our first session begins will meet in the St. Michael Parish Hall and will start Sunday, Sept. 18th at 10:30am in the teacher’s in the fall. For information and sign-up, please lounge at St. Michael’s Academy. We look forward contact Mary Berger: 904-686-4513 or email: to meeting and sharing with you. [email protected].

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary “OUR FAITH, OUR FAMILY, OUR FUTURE” Time Monday: The Passion of St. John the Baptist is the theme for our parish religious formation pro- Friday: First Friday grams this year. We will be kicking off the upcom- Saturday: St. Gregory the Great; First Saturday ing year with two (2) information/registration ses- sions at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm on Sunday, Septem- NO SURPRISES ber 11, 2016. The kickoff will be held in the parish We are told by all spiritual writers that one important hall. Please take the time to come and see what we point to bear in mind, as we seek to attain humility, is will be offering in the way of children, youth and not to be surprised by our own faults and failures. adult formation this year. —François Fénelon, archbishop of Cambrai

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Please pray for the sick and all requests in our Prayer Request Book. Please pray for the repose of the soul of parishioner, Marty Ahearn. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. NEW MOTHER DAUGHTER RETREAT We are pleased to announce that Katie Hartfiel, na- The altar flowers are in honor of the 50th wedding tional speaker and author of Woman in Love, will be anniversary of Roger & Ronnie Wasik. hosting a Mother Daughter Purity Retreat on the Congratulations !! weekend of September 24-25, 2016 at Holy Family Catholic Church! WORDS TO PONDER: Shepherding young women on the path of purity, Without GOD our week would be: sexuality and chastity is a sacred role entrusted to par- Sinday ents. Mothers, especially, yearn for effective strategies Mornday and answers. Tearsday The Woman in Love Mother Daughter Retreat helps Wasteday you deliver God’s remarkable good news about sexu- ality. Katie Hartfiel leads mothers and daughters Thirstday (grades 8-12) on this remarkable journey that weaves Fightday engaging talks with powerful prayer and extraordinary Shatterday fun to create an experience of a lifetime. 7 days without GOD makes One Weak For information and to register, visit: www.dcfl.org. ST. MICHAEL CATHOLIC CHURCH Corner of North Fourth & Broome Streets P.O. Box 6310 Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 Parish Office - 505 Broome Street - Phone - 904-261-3472 Fax - 321-1901 Email: [email protected] ALL EMERGENCIES: 904-277-6566 Website: www.stmichaelscatholic.com

Rev. Jose Kallukalam, Pastor Visiting Priest: Rev. Gerard O’Shea Deacon Art Treadwell

MINISTRY TO SICK & HOMEBOUND Weekly visits and monthly Communion Services are held at Sa- MASS SCHEDULE vannah Grand, Quality Health Care and Jane Adams House. Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:00 pm Visits by Priest or Extraordinary Minister can be arranged by calling 261-3472. Sunday Masses: 8:00 am—10:00 am—12:00 noon MATRIMONY Confessions: Marriage preparation for couples who wish to be married in a Saturday: 4:00-4:45 pm or by appointment Catholic ceremony must meet with their parish priest at least eight months prior to the wedding date. Daily Masses: 8:30 am Mon., Wed., Thurs., & Fri. 6:00 pm Tues. R.C.I.A. For those seeking to learn more about the Catholic faith, call 261- Holy Days Vigil: 6:00 pm 3472. Holy Day 8:30 am & 6:00 pm RELIGIOUS FORMATION Classes are available for grades 1—8. Sacrament preparation is available for Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation. Call the parish office, 261-3472.

YOUTH MINISTRY Walt Edwards: 491-0180

MUSIC DIRECTOR Denise Ziegler: 654-3855 ST. MICHAEL ACADEMY Pre-K—Grade 8 Principal—Dr. Christopher Hampton Call 321-2102 for information Email: [email protected] Website: www.stmichaels-academy.org

St. Michael Catholic Church Mission Statement We are the body of Christ at St. Michael’s Parish, called to: Gather for Worship, Celebrate the Paschal Mysteries, Preach the Gospel, Minister to Others, Be Witnesses to the World.