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Wednesday’s at 7:00 pm Eastern starting January 5th for 8 weeks via Zoom. This 8-part series from WildGoose.TV will include videos followed by discussion. Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR and Dr. John Bergsma present an enlightening discussion of the book written by Dr. Bergsma, “Jesus and the Dead Sea Scrolls.” In this enriching and exciting exploration, Dr. Bergsma demonstrates how the Dead Sea Scrolls—the world's greatest modern archaeological discovery—can shed light on the Church as a sacred society that offered hope, redemption, and salvation to its members. Ultimately, these mysterious writings are a time machine that can transport us back to the ancient world, deepen our appreciation of Scripture, and strengthen our understanding of the Christian faith. Direct Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81037296426?pwd=WmpybmRDRjJidFp2dDZqaXdHeEJIdz09 Or use ID 81037296426 with Password: Jesus

Your child could attend a Catholic school with the help of a K-12 “Step Up For Students” Scholarship. If you qualify, receive an average of $7,000 a year, per child for tuition and fees. Now, more families are eligible. For example, a family of four with an income of nearly $100,000 annually may qualify. Dependent children of a reservist or active-duty member of the US Armed Forces may also qualify, regardless of household income. Learn more or apply today at www.SUFS.org/Catholic.

Our Patronal feast of the Holy Family is Sunday 12/26 and the usual Obligation to attend Mass does apply but Christmas is celebrated until midnight December 25 so there is no vigil Mass Saturday

The Catholic Church is journeying together to grow in communion, participation and mission as we look towards the future. This process, called for by Pope Francis, is known as the Synod on Synodality. Synod is an ancient word in the Tradition of the Church, whose meaning draws on the deepest themes of Revelation. It indicates the path along which the People of God walk together. To learn more visit www.JourneyingTogether.org.

Struggling with grief? Join us Monday,October 25 5:00-6:00PM in Diffley HAlle. Bring YOURSELF and YOUR STORY. The group offers support and comfort from your peers in a safe environment. Please know that you are not alone.

Many of you are having problems with streaming Mass. Judging from what we are reading on the internet, the problem is not just Holy Family, St Petersburg, or even Florida, but nation wide. Parish staff is researching alternatives and we will be back on line as soon as possible.

Vacation Bible School June 28 - July 2, 9A-Noon Campers Kindergarten through 5th Grade are welcome. Adult Voluteers needed too. Check the Lakeside Narthex after Mass or Call the office 526-5783. Click on the blue lettering above for more information and a regsitration form

"I hereby announce that the general dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days for Catholics in the Diocese of St. Petersburg will expire on the Vigil of Pentecost, Saturday, May 22, 2021." There are some exceptions. Click the blue text or picture above to read the whole letter

Click above for the Holy Week Schedule

In a partnership with BayCare Behavioral Health, parishioners can call this confidential helpline which is promptly answered by a masters level mental health professional 24/7/365: 800.878.5470 or baycarepap@baycare.org. The clinician will take one of four directions: provide a referral for three free face-to-face counseling sessions, schedule phone counseling, provide community resources, or immediate crisis counseling. All calls are confidential, names of those seeking assistance are never disclosed to the parish.

Ash Wednesday is February 17. Masses are at 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, and 7:00PM. There is a service of the word at 12:15PM with distribution of ashes. The words usually used for each person receiving ashes will be said once for everybody and the ashes will be sprinkled on the top of the head instead of the usual smearing with the thumb.

For the students preparing for 1st reconciliation, the service have been moved back one week to February 20 at 10 AM. Call Linda Johnston for more information

The exposition and adoration originally scheduled for this evening will not take place. Please watch this web page & the bulletin for further updates

youth + young adult ENCOUNTER Night of prayer for vocations with Fr. Chuck Dornquast Here at holy Family

Drop Off Books Sunday January 10 After All Masses or Friday January 15 10AM - 6PM BOOKS FOR SALE SATURDAY JAN 16 8AM - 6PM SUNDAY JAN. 17 8AM- 1PM

Thursday 12-24 at 4:30, 7:00, 10:00 PM NO MIDNIGHT MASS Friday 12-25 at 9:00 & 11:00 AM

33 Days to Greater Glory. 5 sessions begining Nov 5. See the Nov 1 Bulletin or slides in church for details. Or email annette.kirk23@ gmail.com

While the State of Florida is loosening COVID-19 restrictions, our bishop is asking us to maintain ours. PLEASE wear a mask at Mass. We have some available if you forget yours. Please keep 6ft distance from those in front of you, behind you and to each side. If you receive communion on your tongue, please be the last person in your communion line. Click the picture of the mask above for Diocese of St Petersbug policy

The Mystery of the Rosary, email Annette for the meeting information. annette.kirk23@gmail.com

Mass on All Souls' Day – Monday, November 2, 2020 – 10AM-at Calvary Catholic Cemetery is ON!