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Reverend Paul Pecchie, Pastor

Reverend Prakash Madanu, ALCP.

Deacon Richard Brady, Deacon Ralph Bufano

Deacon Kenneth Spaulding (Winter Months)

Retired Assisting Priests

Reverend Monsignor Richard Cahill

Reverend Kenneth Bonadies

Reverend Bernard MacAdam (Winter)

MASS SCHEDULE

Daily Masses ...................................................8:00 AM

Wednesdays with School in Session.........9:00 AM

Saturday Vigil ............................................... 4:30 PM

Sunday ............7:30 AM, 9 AM, 11 AM and 5:30 PM

Music Director:

Mrs. Paulette King .................................................x 316

Sacristans:

Sr. Lucy Mbuya, CDNK ........................................x 304

Sr. Castissima Masambo, CDNK...........................x 304

Directors of Religious Education:

K-8th grade: M/M Joseph & Julie Blum................x 320

Adult: Sr. Kathleen Luger, OSC ............................x 321

Outreach Ministries:

Sr. Rosamunda Massawe, CDNK ..........................x 321

Ms. Claire Obordo .................................................x 302

Youth Ministry:

H.S.: M/M Pete & Marie O'Shea...........................x 322

Jr. High: M/M Robert & Sue Tassinari.................x 322

Confessions are heard on Saturdays, 3:30 & 5:30 PM

(also Thursdays before First Friday at 8:30 AM).

Baptisms are arranged at least two months in advance

by calling the parish office.

Marriages are scheduled with the priest at least six

months ahead of time.

Anointing of the Sick: If you anticipate a hospital stay,

please ask to be anointed prior to hospitalization at one of

the daily Masses. In case of an emergency, please call at

any hour. The infirm may call the parish office to arrange

for a priest to anoint them at home.

Visits to the Homebound: Our Eucharistic Ministers

bring Holy Communion to our homebound parishioners,

usually on a weekly basis. Please call the parish office if

you are not able to attend Mass.

Parish Registration is done by attending a Welcome

Meeting and Breakfast. Please call the parish office for

details.

School Principal:

Sr. Veronica Visceglia, SSND.........................581-4865

St. Patrick School, founded in 1959, provides an

excellent academic program to grades preK-8, in a Christ-

centered environment which nurtures each student in

mind, body and soul.

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

November 18, 2007 A.D.

1507 Trotter Road, Largo, FL 33770

Mailing Address: 2121 - 16th Ave. SW, Largo, FL 33770

Parish Office: (727) 584-2318; Fax: (727) 586-5413

Website: www.stpatrick-largo.org

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33RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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,

Next weekend we celebrate the feast of Christ the King and the last

Sunday of our liturgical year. As is the custom in the Diocese of St.

Petersburg, Bishop Lynch will award the St. Jude Medal to a parishioner

from each parish. This award is given to a parishioner who exhibits a great dedication

to the Catholic faith and to the parish community. I am happy to inform you that this

year's recipient is Donald Moffat.

Don has been a member of St. Patrick since 1974 and a convert to the Catholic

faith from St. Peters Church in Staten Island, NY. Don has been a man on the move

serving our Lord. This call to service has benefited our parish family for the past 33

years. Don has been a reader at weekend and morning Mass since 1976, in the first

group of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, installed by Msgr. McCall, and

continues to serve at Mass on Sundays and weekdays in this capacity. As an

Extraordinary minister of Holy Communion, Don has visited the homebound and the

sick at Largo Medical, Suncoast Hospital, in prison and among the various nursing

homes in the area. He takes his need to learn about God and his faith seriously. He has completed the Catechist

Certification program of the diocese, using it to aid in his teaching Religious Education in our parish. He has also

completed the Lay Pastoral Ministry Program of the diocese. Don is a 4

degree Knight of Columbus and a third

order Dominican. We have been blessed by Don's commitment to the Faith and his willingness to serve the Lord

through his involvement in the parish. Let us thank Don for allowing himself to be used by the Lord. He will

receive the St. Jude Medal from the Bishop at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle at 3 p.m. on November 25

All are welcome to attend.

How fitting that in today's second reading, St. Paul tells us that he worked

"night and day." Definitely we can see how Don Moffat epitomizes this scripture.

You and I might be tempted to say, "Well, good for him." The problem is that the

Apostle mentions this to be, not just as a personal choice, but also as a "model" for

us, an example he wants us to follow.

Now, I don't think Paul was an early version of the American workaholic.

On the contrary, in the course of his long voyages, he found plenty of time for

quiet reflection, study, writing, conversation, stargazing and other activities we

would call "leisure." And when he did settle in a city for a few months or a few

years, he spent time getting to know the people and the lay of the land.

To earn a living, St. Paul made tents. He did not shrink from manual labor and the organizational tasks

involved in operating a small business. Besides the work involved in making a good product, the tent-making

business required constant attentiveness, planning and follow through. He had to keep track of his tools and

inventory, study the market and cultivate clients. He worked night and day, but, even so, his business did not

absorb every moment of his time. He had a deeper focus: bringing Jesus' saving love to every person he could.

St. Paul's example speaks volumes about Stewardship. It doesn't matter whether you are part of a profession

or part of the service industry, whether you are a student or retired you are called to work night and day. That is,

God asks you to recognize that every moment belongs to him. Give every moment to God and you will be

amazed: He will give you time for legitimate leisure and the opportunity to make a living by providing a needed

service to others. Above all, he will open doors so that you can help someone receive Christ's saving love.

On behalf of the staff of St. Patrick, Fr. Prakash, and myself, I want to wish you a Blessed Thanksgiving. May

we enjoy our time with our family and friends and truly give thanks with a grateful heart to the Lord who bestows

on us every blessing in the heavens!

Praise Be Jesus Christ!

Fr. Pecchie

JMJ

Bless the food upon the dishes

as you blessed the loaves and fishes.

As the sugar hides in the tea,

let me hide myself in Thee. Amen

The RECTORY OFFICE will be CLOSED all day on NOV. 22nd & 23rd.

First Reading -- The Lord said to David,

"You shall shepherd my people Israel" (2
Samuel 5:1-3).

Psalm -- Let us go rejoicing to the house of

the Lord (Psalm 122).

Second Reading -- Thanks to the Father

who has made you fit to share in the
inheritance of the holy ones in light
(Colossians 1:12-20).

Gospel -- Jesus, remember me when you

come into your kingdom (Luke 23:35-43).

Do I have a crucifix prominently displayed

in my home to remind me of how Christ

died for me? Do I pray for and help those

who carry heavy crosses each day?

We are . . . Disciples in Mission

Sharing our Faith in Christ all year!

GOD'S HEALING JUSTICE

An old expression holds that the sun-warmed stone heals.
Perhaps. But Malachi explains that only dark, sunless days are in
store for those who do not find a place for God in their lives.
Conversely, he tells us that the warmth and light of God's healing
justice await those who fear the Lord. That's a pretty comforting
notion--especially now in the already short and growing even shorter

days of November. It's the sun-warmed stone,
and then some.

Paul speaks to us of justice as well, but

points out that it is not a passive thing. To be
treated justly, we need to do our fair share. If we
are diligent and persevere we will be rewarded
with and by the fruits of our labor. Lastly, Luke,
too, tells us to persevere in faith, this time
and our lives will be secure in God regardless of
how we are treated by our enemies.

Readings Ahead:

November 25, 2007

Christ the King

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ELEBRATING

YEARS

ARISH

EWS

FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER, the Book of the Dead is located at the foot of the crucifix in

Church. The names of your loved ones who have died will be remembered at Holy Mass

throughout the month of November. If you would like us to include the names of your loved ones,

please submit them on your Remembrance envelopes, and we will add them to our book.

Eternal rest, grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace.

May their souls and the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE

Thank you to all who have donated food, gift cards or monies

toward our THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE. May God bless you

for your unfailing generosity!

All parishioners are invited to help pack our food bags for needy families on

Monday, November 19th at 6:00 PM in Msgr. McCall Hall. What a great

opportunity to do something together as a family for others!

THANKSGIVING DAY MASS

Please note that there will be only one

Mass on Thanksgiving Day at 9:00

AM. All are invited to attend.

The collection this day will be offered

for our Sister Parish, St. Francis of

Assisi, in Gotera in El Salvador. As

this is a time of remembering to thank God, let us

show our appreciation of all His gifts to us through our

generosity to our brothers and sisters in need.

The Corporal Works of Mercy

Feed the hungry.

Give drink to the thirsty.

Clothe the naked.

Shelter the homeless.

Visit the sick.

Visit the imprisoned.

Bury the dead.

"For I tell you, whatever you did

for the least of these you did for me."

All for the Greater Honor & Glory of God

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Men's Bible Study Group
Meets off campus. For more info, contact

Robert Smith at 727-587-7961.

Adult Bible Study: The Gospel of Luke
Sr. Kathleen

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

Wednesday, November 21st

The Great Bible Adventure
Sr. Kathleen

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday, November 20th

Jeff Cavins presents this DVD series. Join

us on this truly great adventure.

RCIA: Are you interested

in the Catholic faith?

RCIA classes meet on Thursday nights at 7 PM in the

Conference Room. We invite you to learn what the

Church teaches and be introduced to some of our parish

members. These sessions are also opportunities for you,

and others that you may wish to invite, to ask those

difficult questions about the Church. These gatherings

are open to people who are not baptized, those who have

been baptized in another Christian community and seek

full reception into the Catholic Church, and for those who

were baptized as Catholics but have not received the

sacraments of Confirmation and/or Eucharist. 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, November 23rd

Join our faith sharing group each Friday in the

Conference Room.

Mr. & Mrs.

Joseph &

Julie Blum

DRE, ext. 320

Have you seen our Web page?

Visit www.stpatrick-largo.org today!

Going Deeper With Your Faith

Adult Education and Faith Formation

Religious

Ed.

PASTOR'S CLASS with

Fr.

Pecchie

7:30 PM* - 9:00 PM (CR)

Monday, November 19th

Jesus' Parables. Again note start time for this week as

we help with our Thanksgiving Food Drive at 6 PM.

FOUNDATIONS OF PERSONAL PRAYER:

We meet every Monday at 7 PM in Msgr.

McCall Library (first room on right).

Service Hour Opportunities

Mon. Nov. 19th: Meet in the Conference Room Monday

night at 6 PM to sort and pack food bags.

Tues. Nov. 20th: Meet in Msgr. McCall Hall at 12 noon to

distribute food to families.

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. It will be from 10

AM until Noon in Msgr. McCall Hall.

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.

Sunday School News

Come check out the

bulletin boards in the Parish Center
hallway decorated by the students
of our Sunday School program. Second grade has created
a "To Jesus Through Mary" board and third grade is
displaying a "Who's Your Hero?" theme.
Thanks to all the second and third graders for
all their creative work!!

Important Upcoming Sunday School Dates

11/25 NO Class -- Thanksgiving Break

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Principal:

Sr. Veronica

Visceglia,

SSND

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

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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.

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"By This Sign, You Will Conquer"

H.S. Youth Ministers:

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

Because foundation is everything.

REGISTRATION

for 2007-2008

SCHOOL YEAR:

Registrations are

being accepted for all grades

(PreK - 8). St. Patrick is a fully

accredited, Chris t-centered

environment, known for academic

excellence. For info., please call

the school at (727) 581- 4865.

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.

EARLY CHILDHOOD ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

St. Patrick School Early Childhood Program opened as a result of

the greater parish community's understanding of the need for a

program that offers learning experiences and

care for 3 and 4 year olds in a Christian

environment. Applications are being

accepted. For info, call the school office.

NEWSPAPER RECYCLING:

Please help support your school by

putting your old newspapers in the big red

bin located at the east side of the church.

Thank you! Your support is always appreciated!

HELP WANTED: St. Patrick Players need your support!

The community enthusiasm and support for the Last Supper Tableau held this

past Lenten season has given birth to a new play 'The Christmas Offering' to be

presented December 14th & 15th. This production will include an exciting combination of drama,

music and dance which will be a new experience for St. Patrick Parish.

If you are a patron of the arts and share St. Patrick Players vision of having different age

groups work together, please call Paul at 581-2168 with your donation. Whether large or small, your donation

will be used to upgrade our lighting and sound capabilities which will provide the best audience experience.

VOCATION VIEW: November 18, 2007

Patient endurance will see you through to the end.

God will give you the wisdom and the words to speak.

What is holding you back from a wholehearted "yes" ?

(Luke 21:5-19)

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!

Thanksgiving Holidays - No School

Monday, November 19th - Friday, November 23rd

Have a safe and blessed Thanksgiving!

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Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Today's readings paint a somewhat frightening picture of the end of time.

But the Gospel ends with the assurance to faithful stewards

that those who persevere will be saved.

TEWARDSHIP

: T

IME

, T

ALENT

, T

REASURE

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!

November 11, 2007

$ 11,049.00 (383 Envelopes)

Building & Maintenance

$ 1,620.00 (110 Envelopes)

Children's

Envelopes

$ 5.00 (3 Envelopes)

Helping Hands

$ 432.00

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

by joining Fr. Pecchie on a special

tour of 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.

From the M

INISTRY

ELPING

ANDS

Please consider placing a donation into the

poor boxes at the entrances of the Church to

help us assist families and individuals with

their electric, water and rent. Also, our FOOD

PANTRY is in need of: Cereal, Canned

Vegetables (mixed, corn, beans, peas),

Canned Fruit, Milk, Pasta (macaroni, spaghetti) and Rice.

Thank you for helping us help those in need!

Donation boxes for our Helping Hands

Ministry are standing tall. Please consider

giving to the poor. All monies are used to

help with food, rent, or electricity bills for our

local brothers and sisters in need.

Eucharistic Adoration every Wednesday

Come, pray with me!

Please

consider spending even one hour each

Wednesday to be with Our Lord in

Eucharistic Adoration, beginning after

the 8 AM Mass and concluding with

Benediction at 6:45 PM this week.

Please sign up at the Church entrance.

Wednesdays in our Diocese have been

designated as a day to pray for holy

vocations.

St. Patrick Jubilee CDs:

Our Jubilee CD will be on

sale as soon as we

receive them. The CD

features the adult choir, the children's choir, the

bell choir and our instrumentalists. The religious

songs were chosen from the repertoire that we

have built over the past few years. It is a CD that

will also help as a fundraiser for our adult choir

who will go on a pilgrimage to Canada next June.

The CD will sell for $15 each and could be a

perfect gift for the Christmas stockings. May God

continue to bless our music ministry!

GIFT CARD SALE:

St. Patrick School PTO is

selling gift cards for

numerous restaurants and

stores such as Chili's,

P a n e r a , B e a l l ' s ,

Albertson's, Chevron and

many more. You purchase

these cards at full face

value and the school will

receive a percentage of the purchase. It

costs you nothing extra. To order cards or

get information call Julie Wintermeier @ 743-

7043 or Elaine Luker @ 595-3538.

Mass Intentions & Schedule of Events - Page 7

Mass Intentions

The Week Ahead

November 17, 2007

Frank Maltese

November 18, 2007

Richard Klimpel

Robert Dasch, Jr.

Mary McMahon

St. Patrick Parishioners

November 19, 2007

Marion Restino

November 20, 2007

Joe Zupansic

November 21, 2007

Maria & Luis Rey (Living)

November 22, 2007 - Thanksgiving

Edith Gariboldi

November 23, 2007

Virginia Mae Maule

November 24, 2007

Eleanor & Joseph Loibl

Alice & Dick Klimpel (Special Intention)

November 25, 2007

Carl H. Smith

Elizabeth Denton

St. Patrick Parishioners

Deceased members of the Bayer

Family

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, USN, 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, USN, 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

Airman Christopher E. Villano, USN, Maryland

Staff Sgt. Shawn Weismiller, USAF, Iraq

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Sun.

7:30 AM

8:30 AM

10:30 AM

6:30 PM

7:00 PM

7:30 PM

Mon.

6:00 PM

7:00 PM

7:30 PM

Tue.

12 noon

4:00 PM

6:30 PM

7:00 PM

Wed.

8:45 AM

9:00 AM

3:00 PM

5:00 PM

6:45 PM

7:00 PM

Thu.

9:00 AM

11:00 AM

Fri.

9:00 AM

7:00 PM

7:30 PM

Sat.

9:00 AM

3:30 PM

5:30 PM

11/18/07

Thanksgiving Food Donations Drop-off (PC)

Coffee and Donuts (CR)*

ERE: Religious Education for Children (school)

Senior Youth Group Meeting (PC)

Junior Youth Group Meeting (YR)

Al-Anon Meeting (Lib)

11/19/07 NO SCHOOL: Thanksgiving Break

Helping Hands Food Bag Packing (PC)

Foundations of Personal Prayer Mtg. (Lib)

Contemporary Worship Band Rehearsal (CH)

Pastor's Class (CR)

11/20/07 NO SCHOOL: Thanksgiving Break

Helping Hands Thanksgiving Baskets (PC)

Mission of St. Patrick Class (Lib)

GriefShare Meeting (Lib)

Great Adventure Bible Study Program (CR)

Bell Choir Rehearsal (CH)

Boy Scout Troop 465 Meeting (Café.)

11/21/07 NO SCHOOL: Thanksgiving Break

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament (CH)

Prayer for Priests (CH)

Adult Bible Study (CR)

Weight Watchers Meeting (CR)

Thanksgiving Dinner Set-Up and Prep (PC)

Benediction (CH)

Charismatic Prayer Group Mass (CR)

Adult Choir Practice (OLM)

11/22/07
Parish Thanksgiving

Day Mass (CH)

Parish Family Thanksgiving Dinner (PC)

(Dinner served at 11:30 AM)

11/23/07 NO SCHOOL: OFFICE CLOSED

Faith Sharing Group (CR)

Small Christian Community Mtg. (Lib)

Our Lady's Oratory Prayer Group (CH)

11/24/07

Junior High Youth Group Baking (Café.)

Confessions (CH)

Sat.

4:30 PM

Sun.

7:30 AM

9:00 AM

11:00 AM

5:30 PM

Mon.

8:00 AM

Tue.

8:00 AM

Wed.

8:00 AM

Thu.

9:00 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, especially:

Walter Szczyrbak, Marilyn Hobbs

and Francis Schraeder

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

Our Lady of Divine Providence House of Prayer

(711 So. Bayview Ave, Clearwater) presents:

A Day of Healing with Father Richard McAlear,

O.M.I. on Saturday, December 1st,10 AM 5:30 PM.

$25 Donation (Non-refundable). Vigil Mass will be

celebrated. Bring a brown bag lunch. Drinks provided.

Registration Form Required. No registration at the

door. Fr. McAlear, conducts workshops and missions

throughout the country. Previously he headed a

nationally recognized healing and deliverance ministry

for fourteen years.

For more info., please call the

Retreat Ministry of the Marian Servants, 799-4003.

Presentation of Mary

Feast Day: November 21

On this Feast Day we

remember and rejoice in the

Blessed Virgin Mar y's

consecration to God. Scripture is silent on the subject, but

tradition tells us that Mary's parents, Joachim and Ann,

brought her to the Temple and presented her to the

Lord. Whether or not the story is historically accurate is less

important than the truth it illustrates: "From the beginning of

[Mary's] life, she was dedicated to God. She herself

became a greater temple than any made by hands. God

came to dwell in her in a marvelous manner and sanctified

her for her unique role in God's saving work." St. Augustine

reminds us, "The blessed Mary certainly did the Father's

will, and so it was for her a greater thing to have been

Christ's disciple than to have been his mother, and she was

more blessed in her discipleship than in her

motherhood." By offering her whole self, Mary became the

complete disciple, the perfect steward. The U.S. bishops say,

"After Jesus, it is the Blessed Virgin Mary who by her

example most perfectly teaches the meaning of discipleship

and stewardship in their fullest sense."

INSTRUCTIONS FOR GIVING TREE

1. Find an angel on the tree that matches with your ability to provide Christmas gifts for EVERY PERSON on the angel.

Take it home with you.

2. Shop for your "angels" and bring all UNWRAPPED gifts back to church the weekend of December 15

and 16

Clearly label them with the # found on your angel.

3. Please DO NOT take an angel from the tree if you cannot provide for every person listed on it. We have another way

for you to help! (see below)

Can I contribute a toy or clothing without taking an angel? GREAT! These single donations can be very helpful if

we find out about last minute needs, or if we must "fill in" on baskets that didn't get quite enough. Simply bring in your

donation when you come to Mass on the weekend of Dec. 15

and 16

, and we will be certain to find it a needy home.

Are Gift Cards an Option? Absolutely! Parents and foster parents often welcome these as it gives them the means to

go out and buy what they know the child is really longing for.

Should I attach receipts? This is not necessary, but is appreciated when possible in case clothing sizes are not

correct. Simply tape them to the item.

A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOU

OUR PARISHIONERS

WHO GAVE OF YOUR

TIME, TALENT, AND TREASURE

TO ST. PATRICK'S THIS YEAR!

MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY

AND GOODNESS TO GOD'S PEOPLE IN NEED.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING! God bless you all!

THE GIVING TREE will be placed in the Church in the coming weeks for Advent.

Please consider taking an Angel and helping a deserving child with a Christmas gift.

The Christmas Angels are either from the Safe Family Coalition or from our own parish

and school. Thank You for giving!

The Magnificat of St. Petersburg

invites women of all ages to a prayer

breakfast on Saturday, December 1,

from 9 AM - Noon at Banquet Masters

(8100 Park Blvd N, Pinellas Park.)

Carol Marquardt, a convert to the Catholic faith,

will tell us about the Holy Spirit's action in her life.

Carol is the founder of a prayer ministry called `The

Mantle of Mary'. Tickets are $7 each and may be

obtained by calling Carol Wilson at 391-1634 or

Lucinda Moore at 587-0132. Reservations must be

made by Nov. 26th. No tickets will be sold at the door.