December 23, 2007

Page 2 - Sunday, December 23, 2007

FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT

Fr. Paul Pecchie

ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC CHURCH

(727) 584-2318 Tel.

Fr. Prakash Madanu, ALCP.

2121 - 16th Avenue SW, Largo, FL 33770

(727) 586-5413 Fax.

My Dear Friends in Christ,

In just a couple of days we will be celebrating the great

feast of Christmas! God, our eternal Creator, entered into
time and became one of us in all things but sin. He has come

that we may know the way to the Father, that we may have life and
have it in abundance.

In today's Gospel we come upon Joseph; a very disappointed

Joseph. The beautiful young girl he would soon take into his home was
pregnant. His life was falling apart around him. She was pregnant.
The child was ruining everything. And then the angel came in the
dream and told him that the child will make all things new. He is the
Savior. Mary has remained virtuous. And Joseph was given the
opportunity to take the Messiah into his family. Joseph was told to
celebrate this unexpected birth.

There is also a lesson here about the importance of allowing one's

plans and schedules to be modified by the needs of others. Mary must have had other things to do
but she made room in her life for a long journey in order to be with someone who needed her
presence, Elizabeth, if only to share their common joy. Joseph had to modify his marriage to Mary,
all that he thought it would be from a human dimension, would have to be pushed aside to allow this
new divine dimension to flourish.

It is clear from Sacred Scripture that Joseph provided for more than Jesus' external needs. He

loved the child. He took him into his family. He named him. And, he held him and rocked him to
sleep when Mary was exhausted. He celebrated this unexpected child and in doing so celebrated the
presence of God's love on earth.

We pray to St. Joseph today to help us to do what he did. We need to care for, to love and to

celebrate new life when it is expected or when it is a surprise. We must, like Joseph, embrace the

culture of life over the culture of death. In doing so we are
celebrating the arrival of yet another reflection of the presence of
God on earth.

Praised be Jesus Christ!

Fr. Pecchie

On behalf of Fr. Prakash, Deacon Brady and myself I would like to

wish you and yours a truly Blessed Christmas. May we fall on our

knees and hear the angels' calling for Christ, our Lord, is born.

Thank you again for your generosity to St. Patrick at Christmas

and throughout the year!

JMJ

ST. PATRICK CHURCH REMEMBRANCE TREE

The Remembrance Tree is at the side entrance doors. If you still have
your angel from last year, please bring it from home to place on our
tree this year. For those who have died recently, white angel and dove
ornaments are available for you to write down the name(s) of your
deceased loved one(s). Hang the ornament on the tree in Church, where it

will be a special remembrance. Then, after Christmas Mass, take your ornament
home for your own tree. The ornaments were donated by Moss Feaster Funeral
Home (Serenity Gardens).

First Reading -- Those who honor and

comfort their parents shall never be forgotten
(Sirach 3:2-7, 12-14).

Psalm -- Blessed are those who fear the Lord

and walk in his ways (Psalm 128).

Second Reading -- You are called into one

body. Bear with one another; forgive one
another; let Christ's peace control you
(Colossians 3:12-21 [12-17]).

Gospel -- Joseph rose, took the child and his

mother, and fled to Egypt (Matthew 2:13-15,
19-23).

Have you ever been confronted with a

circumstance of having to move from a

comfortable home to an unknown place?

How did you handle it?

Did you trust in God, as Joseph did?

We are . . . Disciples in Mission

Sharing our Faith in Christ all year!

SUMMONED BY GOD

As Christmas draws near, Advent's scriptures lure us into a world

of dreams, signs, wonders, and the miracle of the virgin birth. Too
often we allow the great stories of our faith, the ones that are most
familiar, simply to wash over us. Today's Gospel account of the
events leading up to the birth of the Lord reads like a present-day

soap opera. Yet Joseph's courage, even in
the midst of what must have been an
incredibly confusing time, provides a model
for us. Each week, we are summoned by
God to embrace the way of goodness and
truth through the proclamation of God's holy
word. Like Joseph, we are called to do as the
Lord commands us. As we stand at the
threshold of Christmas, let us have the
courage to be open to whatever it is that the
Lord will require of us as we celebrate the
miracle of Bethlehem.

Readings Ahead: December 30, 2007

Feast of the Holy Family

Parish & Evangelization - Page 3

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Tuesday, December 25th

Christmas Day

9:00 AM Christmas Day Mass
11:00 AM Christmas Day Mass (Adult Choir)

Monday, December 24th

Christmas Eve

4:30 PM Vigil Mass
12:00 AM Christmas Midnight Mass*

CHRISTMAS MASS SCHEDULE

PLEASE NOTE: There will be NO 6:30 PM Vigil Mass on Christmas Eve and NO 7:30 AM & 5:30 PM MASS

on Christmas Day. *20 minutes prior to the Midnight Mass, the Choirs will sing Christmas carols.

ELEBRATING

YEARS

ARISH

EWS

May the peace of Christ be with you and your loved ones each day

throughout the coming year!

Please note that January 1, 2008, the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God is a holy
day of obligation. The Mass Schedule is as follows.

Eucharistic Adoration every Wednesday

Come, pray with me!

On Wednesday, December 26th and Wednesday, January 2nd, we will

have a holy hour from 8:30 AM until Benediction at 9:30 AM. Please join us for this one hour of
prayer with Our Lord in Eucharistic Adoration. Our normal adoration hours (after 9 AM Mass until
6:45 PM) will resume on Wednesday, January 9th. Please join us in prayer for vocations!

January 1st, 2008 - SOLEMNITY OF MARY

Tuesday, January 1st

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

9:00 AM
11:00 AM

Please note that there will be

NO 7:30 AM & 5:30 PM Mass.

Monday, December 31st

New Year's Eve

4:30 PM Vigil Mass
10:00 PM Jubilee Vigil Mass*

*Please join us afterward for a potluck and
champagne toast in Msgr. McCall Hall.

All for the Greater Honor & Glory of God

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The Great Bible Adventure Study
Sr. Kathleen

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

No class December 25th

Join us on this adventure with Jeff Cavins as we journey

through the Bible.

Adult Bible Study: The Gospel of Luke
Sr. Kathleen

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM (CR)

No class December 26th

Beginning Jan. 2

, we are offering "Adventures in Matthew - the

King and His Kingdom" with Jeff Cavins. This liturgical year we
are in Cycle A where we focus on the Gospel of Matthew. This
course is a great opportunity to gain a deeper insight into this
Gospel, and will show you how Jesus built on the foundation
laid in the Old Testament to inaugurate the Kingdom of Heaven
on earth. Cost: $25. To register, contact Sr. Kathleen, ext. 321.

Rite of Christian Initiation

of Adults

RCIA: Are you interested in
the Catholic Faith? If you have
never been baptized or have
been baptized in another
Christian tradition we invite you

to journey in faith with our parish family in the
RCIA process. For more information contact
Sr. Kathleen at 584-2318 ext. 321.

St. Patrick's Religious Education

Religious Education (K-8) Sundays, 10:30 - 11:45 AM

Small Faith Sharing Group
Barb Murphy 9 AM - 10:30 AM (CR)

Friday, December 28th

Join us as we share our faith each Friday.

Mr. & Mrs.

Joseph &

Julie Blum

DRE, ext. 320

Going Deeper With Your Faith

Adult Education and Faith Formation

Religious

Ed.

PASTOR'S CLASS with

Fr. Pecchie

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Monday evenings - will continue
in January. Keep an eye out for the next class.

FOUNDATIONS OF PERSONAL PRAYER:

We meet every Monday at 7 PM in Msgr. McCall

Library (first room on right).

Have you seen our Web page? Check out

what's new and what you missed!

Visit www.stpatrick-largo.org today!

CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES:

Be working on finding a sponsor, choosing a

confirmation name, and starting your service hours. Our next meeting is on
January 15th at 7 PM in the Parish Center Conference Room. Please bring your
sponsor and have them turn in their sponsor form by this night.

First Confession Notes:

Mark your calendars! Our next
meeting is the First Confession

Retreat on January 12th. The retreat
is for both parents and children. Please
be in Msgr. McCall Hall at 9 AM. The
retreat will last until 12 noon.

Sunday School News

Come and check out
our children's bulletin
board in the Msgr.
McCall Hall. The middle
school has created a

Jesse Tree decorated with
ornaments depicting the bible
stories that lead up to the Birth of
Christ.

"There shall come forth a shoot from

the stump of Jesse, and a branch shall

grow out of its roots."

Isaiah 11:1

Attention ERE studens!

Important dates to remember:

12/23 - No Class: Christmas

12/30 - No Class: New Years

1/5 - Class Resumes

SHARE-A-PRAYER: If you or someone you
know needs special prayers, let us pray for you
and your loved ones. Phone 584-6954 and
together we will lift our hearts to God!

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Principal:

Sr. Veronica

Visceglia,

SSND

Jr. High Youth Ministers: Mr. & Mrs. Bob & Sue Tassinari, ext. 322

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ATRICK

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CHOOL

ELEBRATING

OVER

YEARS

XCELLENCE

DUCATION

, L

EADERSHIP

& S

ERVICE

St. Patrick Catholic Youth

The Junior Youth Group meets on Sunday nights from 7:00 to
8:30 PM in the Youth Room. Newcomers are always welcome!
If you have any questions, please call Sue & Bob at 585-5546.

IND

, O

EART

, O

PIRIT

ENIOR

OUTH

ROUP

"By This Sign, You Will Conquer"

H.S. Youth Ministers:

Mr. & Mrs. Pete & Marie O'Shea, ext. 322

The Senior Youth Group meets Sunday nights after the 5:30 PM Mass in
Msgr. McCall Hall. Youth in high school or older are welcome to attend.

CALENDAR

December 22 January 6, 2008

CHRISTMAS BREAK

January 7, 2008

CLASSES RESUME

OPEN HOUSE

PRE-K and KINDERGARTEN

JANUARY 10, 2008

8:30 AM 10:30 AM

Leader: Our help is in the name of the Lord.
All:

Who made heaven and earth.

Leader: O God, You gladden us each year by
turning our minds to our Redemption; may
we welcome Your only Son when He comes
as Judge, as joyfully as we now receive Him
as Savior, who lives and reigns with You in

the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.

All:

Amen.

Leader: Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord all you

lands.

All:

Sing to the Lord. Bless His Name. Announce His
salvation day by day.

Leader: Tell His glory among the nations; among all people His

wondrous deeds.

All:

Give to the Lord, you family of nations. Give to the
Lord glory and praise. Give to the Lord the glory due
His name.

Leader: Let the heavens be glad and the earth rejoice Let the

sea and what fills it resound. Let the plains be joyful

and all that is in them.

All:

Then shall all the trees of the forest exult
before the Lord for He comes.

Leader: For He comes to rule the earth.
All:

He shall rule the world with justice, and
the peoples with His constancy.

Leader: Glory be to the Father, Son ...
All:

As it was in the beginning ...

(The tree is then sprinkled with holy water by the father.)

Leader: Then all the trees of the forest exult

before the Lord.

All:

For He comes to rule the earth.

(The tree is now lighted by the mother symbolizing

the Virgin Mary who gave light to the world).

Leader: You were once in darkness, but now you

are light in the Lord; walk then as
children of light.

All:

Amen.

A BLESSING FOR THE C

A BLESSING FOR THE CHRISTMAS TREE IN YOUR HOME

HRISTMAS TREE IN YOUR HOME

Baseball and Softball Clinic: Featuring Former Major League Player & World Series Champion Rob
Stanifer! Saturday, January 19, 2008 from 9 AM to 1 PM. Learn how to stretch, throw, run, catch and
hit like the big leaguers. Clinic will include an autographed baseball card, question & answer session and
more. Kid's will get to try on Rob's authentic World series ring! The day will conclude with a waffle ball
game. Make your reservations now! Contact John or Doris at

jdproni@msn.com

or (727) 517-0025 or

742-9091, or simply mail your check (made payable to St. Patrick School PTO) for $30 to John Proni,
10830 Del Prado Dr W. Kargo, FL 33774. Also, indicate boy/girl and age on check. Thank you!

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Christmas Day

For unto us is born this day a Savior! In response to so great a love,

only the gift of my whole self will do. You have given us Yourself, dear

Lord; in love and thanksgiving, I commit myself afresh to You.

TEWARDSHIP

: T

IME

, T

ALENT

, T

REASURE

THANK YOU

THANK YOU for your

generous support for our

parish! God bless you!

Your generosity helps support our parish operating expenses and our

ministries each week, so that we may serve you, our parishioners, better!

December 16, 2007

$ 10,561.24 (378 Envelopes)

Religious Retirement Fund

$ 2,658.00 (113 Envelopes)

Children's Envelopes

$ 8.00

(6 Envelopes)

Helping Hands

$ 295.00

elebrate St. Patrick Church's Golden Jubilee ...

joining Fr. Pecchie on a special tour of IRELAND

IRELAND

September 15-25, 2008. Journey with us as we travel in

the footsteps of St. Patrick, and see his impact upon Irish

faith and culture. Educational Opportunities Tours

presents an exciting and educational 11-day experience for

approximately $2698*. Cost includes

roundtrip airfare from New York, first

class hotels, traditional Irish breakfast

and Dinner daily, guided sightseeing via

deluxe motor coaches and entrance

fees. Please contact Margie Feuser,

pilgrimage coordinator, for more

information at 1-800-644-4659.

"50 IS THE NUMBER"

The Jubilee Committee requests that if you are turning "50" in 2008 or you are celebrating 50 wonderful

years of marriage, please contact Ginny @ 403-3980 to be added to the list. Thank you!

Trip to Ave Maria: Join Fr. Pecchie and other
parishioners on a trip to Ave Maria! On
Wednesday, January 16th, there will be an all
day Pilgrimage to Ave Maria in Naples. The trip
includes a tour of Ave Maria University, a Mass
and a Holy Hour at the new shrine. The cost is
$60 and includes bus transportation and three
meals. For info, call Sr. Kathleen at ext. 321.

LATE NITE CATECHISM

Saturday, January 5 at 7:30 PM

The Conmy Center, Our Lady of Lourdes

Late Nite Catechism is an uproarious piece
of theater that takes audience members
back - sometimes nostalgically, sometimes
fearfully - to the children they once were.
The irrepressible Sister teaches an adult
catechism

class

roomful

"students" (the audience). Over the course of the play, Sister
goes from benevolent instructor, rewarding the "students" for
correct answers with souvenirs, to authoritative drill sergeant.
Audiences love her and it's a lesson you won't soon forget!
Tickets are on sale. General seating $35 doors opening at 7
pm - Saintly Seating with wine & cheese $50 doors opening at
6 pm. Box office hours 9 am - 5 pm weekdays the parish of-
fice and 8 am - 1 pm Sundays at the Conmy Center. For your
convenience we are able to accept credit cards over the
phone or in person. Any questions, call 733-3606 x 270.

PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES: Join Fr. Gary Dowsey
of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Dunedin for a Spiritual
Journey you will not forget: June 10-17, 2008. The
price starts at $2,059. Call Goldmark World Travel at
their toll free number (866) 391-7872 for more info. or
to make reservations, or call Our Lady of Lourdes
Parish Office at 733-3606 to receive a packet.

CREATED AND REDEEMED SEMINAR

Fri., January 18, 2008

7 - 9:30 PM

Sat., January 19

8 AM Mass, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Clearwater Central Catholic High School

2750 Haines Bayshore Road, Clearwater, FL 33760

Pre-registration (by January 1st) $20

Registration (after January 1st) $25

Many people think they understand what the church
teaches about the body and the relationship between
man and woman. However, the deeper reasons the
WHY of these teachings are NOT well understood.
The human body is meant to be a sign of God's own
life and love in the world. Join Christopher West for a
thought provoking presentation that will enrich your
understanding

human

sexuality.

Visit

www.ChristopherWest.com

to preview materials. For

more information, contact Nanci-Beth Rollman at 531-
7721 ext. 122. Space is limited!

Mass Intentions & Schedule of Events - Page 7

Mass Intentions

The Week Ahead

December 22, 2007
Draksler & Zorowski Families

December 23, 2007
Tom Brophy
Virginia Mae Maule
Francis Nelson Blondin
St. Patrick Parishioners

December 24, 2007
Thomas and Michael Winn
Mr. and Mrs. William Douthirt
Jan Gradek

December 25, 2007 - CHRISTMAS
Anna Moran
Matthew Moffat

December 26, 2007
Josephine Harden

December 27, 2007
Maximano Aguisanda

December 28, 2007
Joan Frieund

December 29, 2007
Tom O'Connor
St. Patrick Parishioners

December 30, 2007
Linda Jean Marshall
Shea & Elder Families
Richard Klimpel
Grace Piani

Pray for our Military

Pvt. Rose Barton, US Army, Missouri
Staff Sgt. William J. Condon, US Army, New York
Second Lt. Tara Dawe, US Army, New York
Lt. Comm. Shawn D. Fitzpatrick, USN, Virginia
Pvt. Brendan Gaines, USMC, South Carolina
Sgt. Jason A. George, US Army, Kentucky
Sgt. Jorge Granados, USMC, Florida
Sgt. Joshua Harmon, Kentucky
Staff Sgt. Matthew Hicks, U.S. Army, Missouri
Airman Ryan Hines, US Air Force
Lt. Jr. William J. Howey, III, US Navy, Connecticut
Sgt. Anthony Jordan, US Army Calvary, Iraq
Lance Corporal Nick Krege, USMC, Iraq
Specialist Daniel McCarley, US Army, Florida
Airman 1st Class Kevin McCarley, USAF, Germany
Ensign Christopher McDowell, US Navy, Iraq
Airman Theresa Newbill, US Air Force, England
Sgt. Scott Platzer, US Army, South America
A. B. Michael Pourteau, USAF, Texas
Pvt. Chris Reed, USMC, Iraq
Major Kristin Streukens, US Air Force
Major Scott Trapman, US Army, Washington
Staff Sgt. Saturnino Vilano, Jr., US Army, Afghanistan
Staff Sgt. Shawn Weismiller, US Air Force, Iraq

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Sun.

8:30 AM

11:30 AM

6:30 PM
7:00 PM
7:30 PM

Mon.

4:30 PM

12:00 AM

Tue.

9:00 AM

11:00 AM

Wed.

8:30 AM
9:30 AM

Thu.

9:00 AM

Fri.

9:00 AM
7:30 PM

Sat.

3:30 PM
5:30 PM

12/23/07
Coffee and Donuts (PC)
NO ERE: Religious Ed. for Children
RCIA: Breaking Open the Word (CR)
Senior Youth Group Meeting (PC)
Junior Youth Group Meeting (YR)
Al-Anon Meeting (Lib)

12/24/07
NO Foundations of Personal Prayer Mtg.
Christmas Vigil Mass
Midnight Mass

12/25/07
Christmas Day Mass
Christmas Day Mass
NO GriefShare Meeting
NO Adventure Bible Study

12/26/07
NO Adult Bible Study
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament (CH)
Benediction (CH)
NO Weight Watchers Meeting
NO Charismatic Prayer Group Meeting

12/27/07
NO Small Christian Community Meeting
Legion of Mary Meeting (CR)
NO Children's Choir Practice
NO Adult Choir Practice
NO RCIA Class

12/28/07
Faith Sharing Group (CR)
Our Lady's Oratory Prayer Group (CH)

12/29/07
Confessions (CH)
Confessions (CH)

Sat.

4:30 PM

Sun.

7:30 AM
9:00 AM
11:00 AM
5:30 PM

Mon.

8:00 AM
4:30 PM
Midnight

Tue.

9:00 AM
11:00 AM

Wed.

8:00 AM

Thu.

8:00 AM

Fri.

8:00 AM

Sat.

8:00 AM
4:30 PM

Sun.

7:30 AM
9:00 AM
11:00 AM
5:30 PM

Please pray for the

members of our

St. Patrick Parish

family and friends

who have died recently,

those on our

Remembrance Tree,

and also their

families and friends

who mourn them.

Parish Meeting Rooms: Art = Art Room (School Jubilee Building); Cafe =
School Cafeteria; CH = Church, CR = Conference Room in Msgr. McCall Hall;
FLD = Field; MC = Media Center; MR = Music Room (School Jubilee Build-
ing); PE-A/B = PE portables; OLM = Office of Liturgical Music; PC = Msgr.
McCall Hall; PCLib = Msgr. McCall Library; REL = Religion Room (old Span-
ish Room); RE Office = Religious Education Office in PC; YR = Youth Room

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Diocesan Announcements

St. Stephen

St. Stephen, first martyr

Feast Day: December 26

St. Stephen is the patron saint of
deacons, but he should probably
be declared the patron saint of
ministry fairs and time and talent
call-outs, too! Early in the history
of the early Church, it became

clear to the apostles that there was more to do than they
could possibly accomplish alone. Calling the community
together, they selected seven people to distribute food to
the poor so that they could concentrate on preaching.
But, as so often happens, Stephen's ministry to the poor
made him visible and gave him many opportunities to
talk about the faith that led him to undertake these acts of
charity. Distressed by the number of converts he was
making and unable to refute his testimony, the religious
leadership of the day brought false charges against him
and sentenced him to death. Far more than just a
"volunteer," St. Stephen proved his commitment to the
Lord by his courageous and outspoken defense of the
faith and his willingness to forgive his persecutors, even
as they stoned him to death. May the example of this
first martyr challenge us to give generously of our time
and talent in the service of the Church.

St. John

St. John, apostle and evangelist

Feast Day: December 27

John, the beloved disciple, son
of Zebedee and the brother of
James, was one of the first
apostles called by Jesus.
Modern Scripture scholars
disagree about whether or not he
was also the writer of the Book
of Revelation and the Gospel
and epistles that bear his name, but that controversy is
less important than the lesson that can be learned from
his life and those writings. Jesus called him and loved
him and used him to spread the Gospel of love.
Privileged to be present at the transfiguration, asked to
watch and pray in the Garden of Gethsemane, and given
the responsibility to protect and provide for his Mother at
the foot of the Cross, St. John said "Yes!" to Jesus, and
then spent the rest of his life faithfully following him and
helping others to know and love him, too. "We have
come to know and believe in the love God has for us," he
writes. "God is love, and whoever remains in love
remains in God and God in him" (I John 4:16). Follow
and love -- that's the condensed version of St. John's life
and writings and a sure recipe for good stewardship of
our vocations and the gifts entrusted to us!

St. Thomas Becket

St. Thomas Becket (1118-1170), bishop and martyr

Feast Day: December 29

The trusted friend of King Henry II of
England, St. Thomas Becket was named
Chancellor in 1154. Then, seeking the
political advantage of an alliance with the
Church, the king recommended that he
also be made Archbishop of Canterbury.
But the king hadn't counted on St.
Thomas taking his responsibilities as
Archbishop so seriously. "If we who are
called bishops desire to understand the

meaning of our calling and be worthy of it," Becket
wrote in a letter, "we must strive to keep our eyes on him
whom God appointed high priest forever, and to follow
in his footsteps."

Holy Innocents

Holy Innocents, martyrs

Feast Day: December 28

The infant, Jesus, whose birth we are
celebrating in this Octave of
Christmas, was not the only baby
born in Bethlehem that winter long

ago. Other newborns raised the hopes and warmed the
hearts of other families that year, too. But the Magi,
warned by an angel in a dream, went home without
returning to tell Herod where he could find the newborn
King of the Jews. Not knowing which was Jesus nor
where to find him, and fearful of the threat to his
sovereignty this infant king might pose, Herod ordered
the massacre of all the babies in the area. And hidden
even in this tragedy is the stewardship theme of gifts and
grace: What gifts they had, they gave to the Lord their
innocent suffering a foreshadowing of the crucifixion of
the Sinless One, the gift of their lives for the Lord who
would in his death overcome death and become the way
to eternal life. "Father, the Holy Innocents offered you
praise by the death they suffered for Christ. May our
lives bear witness to the faith we profess with our lips."

A Retreat for Physically Challenged Adults:
"Challenged by Christ Retreat, " a diocesan retreat
for physically challenged adults (18-65) will be held
on Saturday, January 12th, from 9 AM until 5:30
PM at St. Jude's Parish Center. We attempt to
provide an atmosphere where those who are
physically challenged may share their faith
comfortably with others who experience similar
challenges in life. It is a time to grow in faith, build
community and come closer to God in His church.
For more information on applications, please call
Sr. Phyllis at 347-9702 ext 303. RSVP by January
12th, 2008.

We, the community of

St. Patrick Church

would like to invite you
to worship God with us

in the Holy Sacrifice

of the Mass!

Join us in prayer!

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE

Daily Mass (Monday - Saturday)

8:00 AM

Saturday Vigil

Mass

4:30 PM

Sunday Masses

7:30 AM
9:00 AM

11:00 AM

5:30 PM

aint Patrick Catholic Church
2121 - 16th Avenue SW

Largo, Florida 33770

In the missionary spirit of our patron saint, and under the

protection of

Mary, the Mother of the Church

, we desire to

evangelize and spread the

Good News of Jesus Christ

4th Week of Advent

4th Week of Advent ---- Sunday: "CANDLE OF LOVE"

Sunday: "CANDLE OF LOVE"

Let us pray - Loving God, we thank you for your gift of love - shown to us perfectly in Jesus Christ

our Lord. Help us prepare our hearts to receive Him. Bless our worship. Help us to hear and do your

word. We ask it in the name of the one born in Bethlehem, Jesus our Lord. Amen

Christmas Eve Masses

4:30 PM & Midnight

Christmas Day Masses

9 AM & 11 AM