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SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

As a diverse Catholic community, we joyfully worship God, celebrate fellowship and care for our neighbor.

ESTABLISHED 1956 ESTABLISHED 1960

YOUR CATHOLIC COMMUNITY IN DOWNTOWN BOCA RATON

TRUST GOD

A priest had been on a long flight between church conferences. The first warning of the approaching problems came when the sign on the airplane flashed on: Fasten Your Seat Belts. Then, after a while,

a calm voice said, "We shall not be serving the beverages at this time as we are expecting a little turbulence. Please be sure your seat belt is fastened."

As the priest looked around the aircraft, it became obvious that many of the passengers were becoming apprehensive. Later the voice on the intercom said, "We are sorry that we are unable to serve the meal

at this time. The turbulence is still ahead of us."

And then the storm broke.

The ominous cracks of thunder could be heard even above the roar of the engines. Lightning lit up the darkening skies, and within moments that great plane was like a cork tossed around on a celestial ocean. One moment

the airplane was lifted on terrific currents of air; the next, it dropped as if it were about to crash. The priest confessed that he shared the discomfort and fear of those around him. He said, "As I looked around the plane, I could see that nearly all the passengers were upset and alarmed. Some were praying. The future

seemed ominous and many were wondering if they would make it through the storm."

"Then, I suddenly saw a little girl. Apparently the storm meant nothing to her. She had tucked her feet beneath her as she sat on her seat; she was reading a book and everything within her small world was calm and orderly.

Sometimes she closed her eyes, then she would read again;then she would straighten her legs, but worry and fear were not in her world.”

"When the plane was being buffeted by the terrible storm, when it lurched this way and that, as it rose and fell

with frightening severity, when all the adults were scared half to death, that marvelous child was completely composed and unafraid."

The priest could hardly believe his eyes. It was not surprising that when the plane finally reached its

destination and all the passengers were hurrying to disembark, our priest lingered to speak to the girl whom he had watched for such a long time.

Having commented about the storm and the behavior of the plane, he asked why she had not been afraid.

The child replied, "Cause my Daddy's the pilot, and he's taking me home."……

There are many kinds of storms that buffet us. Physical, mental, financial, domestic, and many other storms can easily and quickly darken our skies and throw our plane into apparently uncontrollable movement. We have all known such times, and let us be honest and confess, it is much easier to be at rest when our feet are on the

ground than when we are being tossed about a darkened sky.

Let us remember: Our Father is the Pilot. He is in control and taking us home. Don't worry! Trust our pilot.

Deacon Michael Zatarga

370 SW 3rd St. • Boca Raton • FL 33432561.392.0007 • 561.392.0074 Fax

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Msgr. Michael D. McGraw • PastorFr. Tom Lafreniere • Parochial VicarFr. Wesler Hilaire • Parochial VicarFr. Carlo DiNatale-Tarasi • AssistingFr. Norman Schwartz • AssistingMsgr. Steven Bosso • AssistingFr. Michael Driscoll • Assisting

Deacon Bill WatzekDeacon Michael ZatargaDeacon Sam J. Barbaro

P a r i s h O f f i c e H o u r s

Monday - Thursday 8:30am to 6:00pmFriday 8:30am to 5:00pm

Saturday 9:30am to 2:00pm in the Gift Shop • 561.393.0006

S c h o o l O f f i c e H o u r s

561.392.7974 • 561.368.6671 FaxMonday - Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm

M a s s S c h e d u l e s

Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm, 6:30pm (Spanish)Sunday: 7:30am, 9:15am,

10:45am, 12:15pm & 5:00pmMonday-Friday: 6:45am & 8:15am

Saturday mornings: 8:15amEve of Holy Days: 6:00pm

Holy Days: 6:45am, 8:15am, 9:15am, & 12:15pm

Holidays: Only one Mass at 9:00am

B a p t i s m s

Sunday (English): 1:30pm3rd Saturday (Spanish): 12 noon

C o n f e s s i o n s

Saturday: 3:15 - 4pm & 5:30 - 6:15pm

September 20, 2015MASSES FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

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MONDAY – September 21 6:45amBob Tucker by The Devlin FamilyDylan Ciarletta by St. Joan of Arc School 8:15am Bertha Saucedo by The Palomo FamilyFr. Jimmy Hababag by The Palomo Family

TUESDAY – September 226:45amJohnny Orr by Walter & Doris JohnsonPatricia Murray by The Paules Family8:15amRose Marie Frangione by The Bocksel FamilyJosephine Stackeni by Maria Mitchell

WEDNESDAY – September 236:45amSt. Joan of Arc Parishioners8:15amSan Padre Pio by Teresa VigliettiJohn Fichera by Mr. Sous

THURSDAY – September 246:45amSt. Joan of Arc Parishioners 8:15amWilliam Amantia by LeAne Jordan

FRIDAY – September 256:45amIn Thanksgiving for Guardian Angelsby Marie Domminique Rosemond8:15amSt. Joan of Arc Parishioners

SATURDAY – September 268:15amCatherine Shaughnessy by The Alvarez Family4:30pmElaine Noto by Helen & Bobby O’LaughlinTatiana Romero by Kayla Humeston6:30pmSt. Joan of Arc Parishioners

SUNDAY – September 277:30amAngelo DiMarco by Leslie & Frank DiMarcoMarlin Ray Waldrop by Jim & Christine Heidisch9:15amLolita Fensholt by The Mann FamilyBobbie Salvati by Marianne Weaver10:45amMargie Wayne by A FriendJames Burns, Sr. by Maria Mitchell12:15pmGustavo Hernandez by The Pernia FamilyCiro Omar Pernia by The Family5:00pmSik Lin Chan & Ming Chi Wong by The Lam FamilyWilliam Mulhall by Vince & Patti Mulhall

Monday - Thursday 8:30am to 6:00pm

Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm

Saturday 9:30am to 2:00pmin the Gift Shop • 561.393.0006

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If you would like to be included in SJA’s School Quarterly Newsletter, The SJA Gazette mailings, please email us your name and address [email protected] or call the School Office with your contact information at (561) 392-7974.Thank you.

Dear Parishioners & Friends, When coming to Mass, please note that additional Parking is available across the street at Temple Beth El.Thank you very much.

THE ST. JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL GAZETTE

DO YOU THINK GOD IS CALLING YOU TO THE PRIESTHOOD?

If you are in junior high school or older, come join other men who are looking to answer that question. On November 6-8, 2015, St. John Vianney Seminary in Miami is hosting a FREE weekend to experience what life is like at the seminary and to answer any questions you may have. Transportation will be provided. Please ask your Parish Priest for a registration form.

If you need more information on the weekend contact the Office of Vocations for more information;

561-775-9552 or [email protected].

WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES AND U.S. PAPAL VISITWorld Meeting of Families Congress | September 22-25, 20152015 Papal Visit | September 26-27, 2015

HOW TO WATCH THE VISITLIVE STREAMING: The Diocese of Palm Beach has created such a special live stream viewing page. The direct URL for our live stream page is www.diocesepb.org/watchthepope. The direct URL for the USCCB’s live stream page is www.uspapalvisit.org. Both channels will show the same video.

NATIONAL & RELIGIOUS TV COVERAGE: The USCCB is working closely with the USCCB/U.S. TV/Video Pool to broadcast every aspect of the Papal Visit. National news will likely only cover some events live. However, several faith-based media will be providing more programming than secular media. Those outlets include EWTN, Salt & Light TV and Catholic TV. Regardless of what other media outlets will air, keep in mind all video can be viewed on the Diocese of Palm Beach’s and USCCB’s live stream pages.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ST. JOAN OF ARC • 3

PASTOR’S MESSAGE

This Tuesday, Pope Francis will land in the United States and visit Philadelphia, Washington, D.C. and New York. It seems clear from his statements concerning his intentions that he is interested in delivering a message of mercy, hope and joy. He hopes to share the inner peace that comes from a relationship with Jesus Christ and to invite believer and non-believer to work together on behalf of the poor and marginalized. He travels in the tradition of Saint John Paul II the great missionary Pope of the Twentieth Century and his concerns mirror many of his predecessor’s: world peace, justice and human rights, moral and ethical uprightness and commitment, political freedom and solidarity with all humankind and all of creation. Pope Francis will make a special plea that Roman Catholicism, as one of the world's great faiths, model mercy, hospitality and the loving welcome of an ever-caring and forgiving God. He will challenge Catholics to first and always speak words of compassion and mercy before we speak of anything else. A good example of this truth is the way that Jesus greeted and converted Zacchaeus, the tax collector. He did not first tell him to change his sinful life but instead invited himself to dinner with Zacchaeus. "I see in you potential to be a just man. I am going to have dinner tonight with you." This unconditional love that he received led Zacchaeus to renounce his past sins and change his life and business practices. I believe that Pope Francis wants us to place things in their proper order: first is the experience of love and mercy, then the conversion.

Another emphasis of Pope Francis will undoubtedly be the dangers of a capitalistic system that operates without a conscience. The profit motivation that drives capitalism has always needed the presence of laws to protect from excesses. The Christian hope as regards any economic system is that all will have a place and that to some degree all will benefit from the way that we organize our economic affairs. In the Christian worldview the lives and the well-being of all members of the society are important. A simple way of putting this is that any economy exists for human beings, and not for itself. There is also a potential for conflict between the Christian vision of the importance of community, of the social contract and the social fabric and that which is often portrayed as a rugged and uncompromising American individualism. Saint John Paul II used the term "solidarity" to describe the goal of human community. We are to foster a real human solidarity where all can live with dignity and opportunity. Because we are "one in Christ" our affairs must strive to forge a unity of mutual respect and reverence. Pope Francis will be reminding us of this most important truth.

Much has been made of the fact that Pope Francis is the first Pope from Latin America. I believe that there is truth in that observation, however, I believe he also has an inclusive worldview that especially reverences the parts of the world that might not be economically or politically very significant. He is no more limited in perspective as an Argentine than Pope Benedict was by being a German or Saint John Paul II was being a Pole. He is,

also, well aware that the Roman Catholic Church has shifted dramatically in it demographics. Today 70% of the world's Catholics live in the Southern Hemisphere while only 30% live in Europe and North America. Sensitivity to this fact means that sometimes Pope Francis will appear less concerned with the 30%, (what we think, our take on world events etc.), than we would like. I am convinced; however, that his genuine love and compassion for all people especially those who are suffering knows no geographical boundaries. He is a Pope of Mercy for all peoples. Thus he will visit prisoners, statesmen and stateswomen, inner-city schoolchildren, seminarians, bishops, and countless other Catholic people and all people of good will.

What originally has brought Pope Francis to our country and especially to Philadelphia is the World Conference on the Family. He is incredibly concerned about the state of the family, or better, of all families, their well-being and betterment. The institution of the family is the basic building block of social life so its health and its challenges demand our attention and commitment. I am sure that many new ideas will emerge from this Conference that will help our church to more effectively use the gifts and strengths of families as we seek to be of assistance to them in their need. What will happen in Washington D.C. with his meetings there and with his addressing the United Nations in New York, only a prophet can foresee. What will be true, however, is that an incredibly charismatic and fascinating Vicar of Christ will bless our country with a vision of hope, mercy and community that will resonate with the hearts of millions. Although he has been embraced enthusiastically everywhere because of his warmth and approachability, his humility and servant leadership will remain his most important gift to us.

OUR PILGRIMHOLY FATHER

- Msgr. Michael D. McGraw


PARISH DIRECTORYANNULMENTSDeacon Bill Watzek 561-952-2828by appointment only

BAPTISMAL ARRANGEMENTS 561-392-0007(English) Baptism class for parents 1st Thurs. each month, 7pm.561-392-0007Constanza Preble (Spanish) Baptism class for parents 3rd Tues. each month, 7pm.561-392-0007

CARE MINISTRY 561-962-6000

COUNSELING CENTER(Catholic Charities Satellite Office at SJA)Counseling Director:Maria T. Isava MA, LCSW - 561-215-0208Mario Acosta, Ph. D. - 561-254-6558

COUNSELING CENTER (Private Practice)Pamela Sigda, Ph. D. - 561-706-2277

COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTORPatty Delaney, 561-952-2868

DEVELOPMENT DIRECTORWendy Horton, 561-952 2838Special Projects: Diane Salerno 561-952-2848

FAITH FORMATION MINISTRYSr. Vivian Gonzalez / DirectorRosa Davidson / Admin. Asst.561-952-2872

FAMILY LIFE MINISTRYTessie O’Dea, 561-952-2852

FINANCE & HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTORPatricia Suau, 561-392-2806

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRYCecilia Chinchilla, 561-952-2858

USHERS MINISTRYJavier Palomo, 561-445-1782

MULTICULTURAL MINISTRYConstanza Preble, 561-859-4666

HOMEBOUND/PASTORAL VISITATIONFr. Wesler Hilaire, 561-392-0007ext. 2824

MUSIC MINISTRYDouglas Byers, 561-952-2856Director of Liturgical Music

PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRYDeacon Bill Watzek, 561-952-2828

PHYSICAL PLANT DIRECTORPaul Micelli, 561-392-0007 ext. 2850

SCHOOL PRINCIPALMrs. Caroline Roberts, 561-392-7974

RELIGIOUS ARTICLES STORELaura Watzek, 561-393-0006.Hours: Mon. - Wed. 7:30am to 4:30pm Closed Thursdays Fri. 7:30am to 3:30pm Sat. 9am to 5:30pm Sun. 9am to 1:30pm

SACRAMENTSAnointing of the Sick and Elderly: First Saturday of the month following the 8:15am Mass. Please call the Parish Office to request a priest if you are a patient at Boca Regional Hospital.

SISTERS OF MERCYSr. Ellen, Sr. Josephine, Sr. Kathleen,561-392-7974

WEDDING PREPARATIONRosario Gonzales, 561-952-28546 Months notice required for marriages

You have a wonderful way of living the Word and leading

the flock entrusted to your care – a special way of touching lives and inspiring the best in people.

- The St. Joan of Arc Parish Family

Happy Birthday!MonsignorMichael D. McGraw

WEEKLY TREASURE

SERVICES APPEALAt present we are

$40,000 SHORT of our Diocesan Assessment.

Thanks to all who have contributed so far!

DONATIONS CAN BE MADE THROUGH JANUARY OF 2016

The Weekly Offertory Collection for September 12/13, 2015 totaled $18,019.00.

595 envelope users contributed $14,817.00 and non envelope users contributed $3,202.00.

The Respect Life/Migrants Collection totaled $4,132.00.

Diocesan


FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MULTICULTURAL MINISTRY

Tessie O'Dea, Director of the Family Ministry and I, Director of the International Ministry are on our way to the World Encounter of Families to be held in Philadelphia this fall. Our expectations are high and we hope to return with a lot of good ideas to share with all of you in our Saint Joan of Arc Parish.

Between the two of us, we have had the privilege of bringing ten children into the world, now all happy adults. Forming our children in virtue has been a key factor that has contributed to their happiness in their adult lives.

Today, more than ever, parents feel the need to guide their children in the formation of their character and to help them develop their personality such that they will be able to discern that which is true and good from that which is false and evil. A family is not a conglomerate of individuals, a “boarding house” where people sleep, eat and get their clothing washed. It is a community of persons learning from each other, bound together in a relationship of love. In a home both parents and children must be constantly looking for the welfare of each other. Service is an essential virtue that fosters caring persons and not isolated individuals that only think of their needs disregarding others. In the family we grow in generosity which is essential to a life of service.

The pleasure of the senses is the new yardstick for measuring the quality of life, thus, justifying the greatest moral aberrations and, inevitably, leading to a progressive blurring of the true concept of person, of freedom, and of human dignity.

For Christian parents, the challenges we face today are daunting and intimidating. The forces that are arrayed against us are powerful and insidious. We cannot stand idly by, permitting degrading behaviors because everyone is “doing it”, or “saying it”, or “wearing it”, or “smoking it”, or “drinking it”. The re-evangelization of the world is at stake; the Christian family will re-evangelize the world, the only force that will oppose evil is our Church, our commitment to our beliefs and our strength as Christian families.

Children come to this world with specific physical and spiritual characteristics that are particular to each one; each person is given a specific temperament by God. In order to educate our children it helps to understand their temperaments. The work of an educator is to work with the strengths and weaknesses that each child has, as parents we should learn to discover the specific qualities of each child to help them improve but not to try to make them into someone else.

As our children develop in the virtues, they will root out the vices for which we need to build a positive and constructive environment in the home. Being clean, keeping one’s belongings in order, being cheerful, developing a sense of good taste, understanding simple elegance without ostentatious luxury, – these and other virtues such as modesty, prudence, delicacy of manners, the habit of smiling, talking without shouting, being present without making a racket are small, everyday courtesies that prepare our children for being a member of the community, experiencing love, happiness and a sense of self-worth. The formation and education of the will is key in the development of self-discipline, just as living a life of piety and devotion is key to keeping the faith. The objective is to give our children all the tools they need to be able to make the right use of their freedom. Yet we have to keep in mind that, no matter how much we work at it, how many good things we do, it will not make us good Christians. It is not a question of “doing” but a question of “being”. And to “be” we need our loving Father’s mercy. We have to be hopeful souls of our most merciful Father. We need to ask Him to make us beings and not doers. We can transmit to our children to rely on the Father’s mercy. By being merciful ourselves the children will learn of the Father’s mercifulness.

Constanza PrebleSJA Director of Multicultural Ministry

WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES

COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN


Please invited a friend and join us at the Annual Council of Catholic Women's Membership Lunch

"Nurturing Our Body, Mind and Spirit"

Special Guest SpeakersFather Tom Lafrenierre, Dr. Carine Porfiri,

Joseph Imolo and Dr. Christine Roman

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2015After 12:15pm Mass at Mercy Center

Our guest speakers will lead us in a wellness day as we discuss caring for our body, mind and spirit.

RSVP to Beth Hartigan at 561-212-6561(call or text) by October 5.

SJA COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMENCATHOLIC WOMEN UNITED IN SPIRITUALITY AND SERVICE

ANNUAL COUNCILOF CATHOLIC WOMEN'SMEMBERSHIP LUNCH

For more information please contact [email protected]

THE LIGHTTHE LIGHT, St. Joan of Arc's young adults' ministry, invites everybody between the ages of 18 to 35 (married and single) for an outreach in West Boca with Boca Helping Hands.

The event will take place at Boca Glades Baptist Church 10101

Judge Winikoff Rd. Boca Raton, FL 33428

ON SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 26TH FROM 9am - 12pm

THISSAT!

Join us for this imaginative exploration of the human and feminine dimensions of the gospels,

with women in the gospel stories.

STARTS MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

MONDAY PRAYER GROUP/BOOK STUDY4-5pm at "The Yellow House"

"Six New Gospels: New Testament Women Tell Their Stories"by Margaret Hebblethwaite

For more information call Marjorie O'Sullivan at 561-395-6029

PLEASE BRING YOUR BABY ITEMS TO CHURCH THE WEEKEND OF

October 17-18th

Birthline's baskets are bare.They need everything but diapers. They will also take used clothing in good condition up to size 3. If you bring bottles, they ask that you bring the plastic bottle without inserts.

The St. Joan of Arc Columbiettes will be at each mass to assist you in taking your gifts to the altar.

The Youth Group will assist in getting the items to the Birthline van.

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WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT by donating new items, services, gift certificates, adventure activities, vacations and more! No donation is too big or too small.

For additional information, please call the Special Projects Office at 561.952.2848

DONATE AN ITEM TO BE AUCTIONED

ADVERTISE YOURBUSINESS

All Gift Donations will be recognized in the Auction Program and on the

Item Bid Sheet. We accept New Items & Gift Certificates for experiences

and vacations.

If you own a business or service, the St. Joan of Arc Auction Program is a great way to reach our parishioners

and community.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2015

Visit our website: www.stjoan.org or stop by our Special Projects Office

DEADLINE FOR DONATIONS WILL BE OCTOBER 15, 2015

TO THE HEART OF OUR FUTUREJourneying Forward

The following work is being done on the GAZEBO:

1. Pour floor slab2. Lay block between kitchen and Gazebo3. Pour all tie-beams4. Set exterior door frames5. Finish roof decking and beam fix on existing Gazebo6. Set trusses and roof sheeting

CONSTRUCTION UPDATES

To learn more about the Journey Forward Pastoral Campaign and how you can get involved contact the Campaign Office

at (561) 952-2838 or email the Development Director: [email protected]

The following work is being done on MERCY CENTER:

1. Continue to work on fire main relocation to Gymnasium2. Waiting on permit

Check our website at www.stjoan.org under Development for photos and continued construction updates.

YOU CAN HELP US REACH OUR GOAL! MAKE A PLEDGE OR DONATION!

Pledge forms included in the brochures on the credenzas in the back of church or online at www.stjoan.org on the Development/Stewardship page

or call Wendy Horton at (561) 952-2838


DAD'S CLUB 6TH ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL HOEDOWN


We have two sessions; one on Wednesdays from 5pm to 6:15pm and one on Sunday from 9am to 10:15am Grades from Pre-K4 to 12th.

Preparation for the Sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation are two year programs.

REGISTRATIONS WILL BE CLOSING ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2015.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES HAVE STARTED

WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEW CATECHISTSThe WEDNESDAY SESSION OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION is looking for a few good men and women who would like to share their faith with the children. Wednesday Catechesis is from 5pm to 6:15pm. If you can give some time please call the Office of Religious Education for more information and training.

BIBLE CLASSES FOR PARENTSWe invite parents of the children in Catechism to take advantage of the Bible Classes offered for adults while the children are in class. This year we will be studying the Letter of St. Paul to the Galatians.

Who wrote this letter? To whom? What is the message? Why is it important for us today? These and many other questions will be addressed in these sessions. Come and learn about the Bible, make friends with other parents and grow in the love of your faith.

Each Sunday from 9am to 10:15am in Conference Room B

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015 NATIONAL CATECHETICAL DAY

We THANK and BLESS the men and women who so generously give of their time to teach the faith

to our children, teens and adults.

• Religious Education Catechists• R.C.I.A. Team Members• Children’s Liturgy Coordinators• Baptismal Team Presenters• Bible Classes and Group Facilitators

FAITH FORMATION & RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

for Religious Education Office Hours

Monday - Thursday: 9am - 4pmFridays: 9am - 12pmSaturday: CLOSEDSunday: 8:30am - 12:30pm(Office closed during 10:45am Mass)

And by appointment

PLEASE NOTE NEW HOURS

SR. VIVIAN GONZALEZDirector of Faith Formation(561) [email protected]

ROSA DAVIDSON, Administrative Assistant(561) 952-2872 • [email protected]


PRAY FOR THE SICK September

OVERSEAS IN THE US ARMED FORCES:Staff. Sgt. Douglas Stott, PVT 1st Class Brendan Nestor. Sgt. Maj. John Hermeling, Capt. Christopher Allen & PFC Lee E. Palmer; David Schuler, Lance Corp., Marines. Benjamin Creed, PO3.

STEP 1 Gather your information about your assets, including retirement funds, bank accounts and real property.

STEP 2 Choose the type of bequest you’d like to make.1. Unrestricted bequest. This is a donation to be used for St. Joan of Arc general funds. This donation would be used where it is most needed.2. Restricted bequest. This donation specifies how the money is to be used. (This could be restricted to go into the endowment, a specific ministry, or the building fund.)A bequest can be made in a number of ways:• A specific dollar amount.• Specific assets, such as securities, real estate, or tangible property.• Retirement account assets, consisting of any benefits remaining in your retirement plan.• A residuary bequest, St. Joan of Arc receives all or a percentage of your estate after all other obligations are met.• An existing will or trust can be easily amended to include a gift to St. Joan of Arc without rewriting the entire document. Your attorney can prepare a simple document, called a codicil, which adds a new bequest while reaffirming the terms of your will. Similarly, an attorney can prepare an amendment to a revocable trust to add St. Joan of Arc.

STEP 3 Meet with your estate planning attorney.If you need to create a will or just update your existing document, you’ll want to get advice from your estate planning attorney.

An attorney can advise you as to the best way to structure your will in order to take care of your loved ones first and then your charitable interests while assuring the best tax benefits.

As a charitable, not-for-profit all bequests to St. Joan of Arc are fully deductible for estate tax purposes.

STEP 4 Contact us.We acknowledge and welcome donors into our Arc Angel Society. Members are invited to special member events and receive special mailings. (We also recognize and respect the wishes of anyone that wishes to remain anonymous.)

Please contact Wendy Horton in the Development Office at (561) 952-2838 or [email protected].

TO LEAVE A LEGACY FOR ST. JOAN OF ARC

4 Easy Steps4 Easy Steps

Alexander, GeraldArcau, Georgina Barone, LydiaBauchman, MaureenBollella, AnnBondi, BarbaraBrede, HelenBruzzo, TamaraButch, LaurieCampbell, Mary Ciarletta, DylanClaudiaConoghan, PatrickDe La Quintana, CarmenDe La Torre, EugeniaDeMuth, DavidDescanio, LauraEvans, RickFerrar, HelenFishter, RobertGalindo, ErikaGreenwald, CarolGesner, CarmelaGolden, DorothyGonsalves, PatHababag, Fr. Jimmy

Hamilton, Bob Harris, CameronHays, MaxineHeitz, JudyHollerbach, Nancy Hubert, Fr. Raymond Hughes, BarryJacobs, KatherineJohnson, JaneKaram, DeanKenny, PaulineKildus, MargotKilpatrick, RainKolesar, DonaldKrzewinski, RoyKuchina, JohnLargia, EldaLoesch, DoloresLopez, CarlosLugo, MiguelLupo, AnaLynn, AdeleMaloney, JimManno, JeanMargolis, RobertMariette

McKenzie, Jessica Miret, EmilioMurphy, Sr. ImmaculataNebel, Lee AnnNofe, DiannePetho, EllenPetito, JosephPfistner, PaulPower, TheresaRey, FernandoRoberts, RobynSaffran, DorothySan Martin, GloriaSchoemaker, RaquelShand, GildaSreenan, BarbaraStevens, CarolineThorson, KimTruman, TedUrquiaga, LiliaWatson, RaphaelWilliamson, SpencerWord, CharlotteYee, JamesZimmerman, Shirley

ALTARBREAD

VOCATIONCHALICE

The Chalice will be accepted by The Esposito Family on Sunday, September 20 at 9:15am and The Cortez Family on Saturday, September 19 at 6:30pm

In loving memory of my mother, Rose Marie Kerrigan and my beloved husband, John T. Murphy by Maureen Kerrigan

Do you want a special remembrance for a loved one, living or deceased? You can donate Altar Bread for a week of Masses by calling Karen Tringali, 561-752-0014.

Would you like to donate flowers to decorate the altar

on the weekend masses?

This week’s altar flowers donated by: DUCH DESIGNS

141 NW 20th St., Suite B7Boca Raton, FL 33431

Please call Patricia, (561) 405-6856Cell: (516) 444-2072

www.facebook.com/DUCHDESIGNS10% discount offered to SJA parishioners

If you would like to donate flowers to decorate our altar, please call

Patty Delaney, (561)952-2868 or email her at [email protected]


AROUND OUR DIOCESECelebrate Your MarriageJust as you celebrate a special occasion, why not celebrate your marriage by going on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. Our next date is November 11-13, 2015. PLEASE REGISTER TODAY! To register, go to FLSE-wwme.org, or call Roberto and Maria Ibarra at Home 954-972-8129 or e-mail [email protected], or call Frank & Fran Kulzer, 954-804-0661. Application fee before October 23rd is $25.00. Application fee after October 23rd is $75.00.

Changes & Where to Watch the Diocese’s TV MassThe Diocese of Palm Beach’s weekly Sunday morning Mass for the homebound no longer airs on Estrella TV – West Palm Beach. It now airs on CW34 WTVX and at its normal time 9 -9:30amCW34 can be found on the following channels:• On Comcast Channels 4 & 435HD• On AT&T/U-Verse Channels 4 & 1004HD• On Hometown Cable Plus Channels 4 & 304 HD • On Direct TV & Dish Network Channel 4• On Digital Antennas Over-the-Air channel 34.1If you have questions about the change, please contact the Office of Communications at 561-775-9529 or visit www.diocesepb.org/tv-mass

Families Invited to Observe CASA Columbia Family DayIn the spirit of The World Meeting of Families, let’s join together in observing CASA Columbia Family Day on Monday, September 28, the day after Pope Francis celebrates the closing Mass for the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia. Plan to gather at the dinner table for a family meal. Make it simple or make it elaborate, either way it will be a special time for your family to connect with one another. For more information & activities you can do with your family, visit: casafamilyday.org/familyday

Come and See Weekend: Preach with Your Life!There are many ways to live a good life. One powerful way is to become a Sister with the Dominicans of Adrian. We preach the life-giving word of God to our world in many ways, through our ministries and our commitment to God's people and creation. We base our lives on the four Dominican pillars of prayer, study, community and preaching/ministry. You are welcome to come and discern God's call in your life with us. Friday, November 20 at 7pm - Sunday, November 22, 1pm. To register visit: http://adriandominicans.org/BecomeaSister/ComeandSee.aspx or call 517-266-3530. For more information contact Sister Lorraine at 517-266-3532 or email [email protected].

Ignatian Spirituality ProjectCatholic Charities new initiative through the Hunger, Homeless and Outreach Program is the Ignatian Spirituality Project (ISP). ISP offers an overnight retreat for homeless men and women that are currently in recovery. The retreat is shaped to help retreatants claim God’s commitment to them in their lives through Ignatian Spirituality exercises expressed in the contemporary language of the 12-Step recovery program. It offers individuals the opportunity to change their lives. The first retreat will be held on September 29 and 30 at the Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center. For more information about volunteering with this project, please contact Alex Stevens at 561-360-3323.

Annual Blue Mass for Law Enforcement and Emergency/Safety OfficialsA Blue Mass will be held for police, law enforcement, firefighters, and other emergency and safety officials at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola in Palm Beach Gardens on Tuesday, September 29 at 8:30am Bishop Barbarito will be the celebrant. The Mass is open to law enforcement and safety officers of all faiths as well as their families. The Blue Mass is held annually to pray, to remember those who have fallen, and to support those who serve in law enforcement, fire and safety. Law enforcement and safety officers from different local municipalities, federal, state and local jurisdictions are invited to attend. Family members, friends and those in support of such officers are also invited. For more information, please call Lt. Steven Thibodeau via e-mail [email protected] or phone 561-601-7896.

October Respect Life EventsSunday, October 4, the Diocese of Palm Beach and Catholic Charities will join hundreds of other Catholics in celebrating and participating in pro-life events for Respect Life Sunday. This day is designated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). In the diocese, there will be pro-life prayer chains planned at various parishes and locations. The Prayer Life Chains will be arranged through the Catholic Charities Respect life Office. Keep looking in your bulletin and on the diocesan website for further details and updates as October approaches.

Protection of Children and Young PeopleThe Catholic Diocese of Palm Beach is committed to the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults in its care. Victims of abuse are encouraged to contact the Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator to begin necessary emotional, psychological and spiritual healing. The Diocese of Palm Beach Victim Assistance Coordinator, Ms. Theresa Fretterd, can be reached at 561-801-0999.For more information on Diocesan policies and procedures for reporting abuse as well as to view the USCCB Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, please go to www.diocesepb.org and click on Offices/Safe Environments.

Information Night to Learn about Diaconate ProgramAn Information Night for men interested in becoming a Permanent Deacon for the Diocese of Palm Beach will be held on October 21 at St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary in Boynton Beach. The evening will begin with Vespers at 7pm followed by a presentation and tour of the seminary. If you are between 35 and 55 years of age, married, a widower, or single and feel the Lord is calling you to this special ministry of service, we welcome you to join us. If you plan to attend, please contact Lynn Powell in the Office of Permanent Deacons at 561-775-9540. Learn more about the program at www.diocesepb.org/diaconate

Day of ReflectionOctober 7, 10am-2:30pm at Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center.Presenter: Fr. Pat Daugherty, C.P."And I shall Dwell in the House of the Lord" $30. Reservations required. For more information visit: www.ourladyofflorida.org

Silent Weekend RetreatOctober 30 - November 1 at Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center.Theme: "Be Merciful as Your Father". Led by Retreat Team.For men and women. $195. Deposit and registration required.For more information visit: www.ourladyofflorida.org


SJA MINISTRIES & SUPPORT SERVICESPRAY THE ROSARY - 6:15am in the Chapel, to pray for our Pope, Bishop, Priests, Deacons, Religious and for vocations. Join us every morning after the 8:15am Mass in the Chapel to pray to end abortion.AA (Alcoholic Anonymous) - Saturdays at 10am in Immaculata Center, Mondays, 7pm, Art Room and Wednesdays at 7pm in Immaculata Center.More information call: 561-276-4581.AL - ANON - Meets at St. Joan of Arc Saturdays at 10am in Art Room. More information call: 561-882-0308.ALA TEEN - Meets at St. Joan of Arc Saturdays at 10am in Conference Room B. More information call: 1-888-425-2666.NA (Narcotics Anonymous) - Meets at St. Joan of Arc Fridays at 7pm, in Immaculata Center. More information call: 561-702-1095.ST. JOAN OF ARC KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS - We are a part of this great dynamic Catholic International Organization. Call José Hernandez, G.K.: 561-654-3470.ST. JOAN OF ARC COLUMBIETTES - Please join us as United We Stand to embark on this fresh new year in building a strong bond in our parish. For details call Mary Lou Hotchkiss at 561-362-5952.MOMMY & ME - Weekly get together every Tuesday between 2:30-4:30pm. Come and go as you please. Please contact Amanda Roccapriore at 561-859-8684 or E-mail [email protected] for information.SCRIPTURE STUDY - Sunday Morning from 9:15-10:30am in Conf. Room B. Thursday Morning Scripture Study 9am at the Casa Hispana. (corner of 3rd Ave. & 4th St.)SJA RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY - Join us to pray the rosary at the Planned Parenthood site at 8177 Glades Rd., West Boca. We meet in front of the shopping center at 9:45am on Fridays. More information call: Terri at 561-901-7312.KOINONIA - Our Annual parish Retreat, a spiritually uplifting weekend experience that takes place in our Parish Grounds. More information call: Tessie O’Dea at 561-952-2852.P.O.P.S. (Parents of Prayer & Service) - Meet every Thursday during the school year, 7:45 - 8:15am in the Convent Chapel. Please join us.ALLELUIA CLUB IS A MEETING OF PARISHIONERS 50+More information please call Tessie O’Dea at 561-952-2852.SHARED CARE - Each Wednesday at Temple Beth El, 9:30am - 2:30pm.More information call: Tessie O’Dea at 561-952-2852.UPGRADE YOUR CLOSET! THE ST. JOAN OF ARC USHERS WANT YOU!!!Are you tired of your wardrobe and deciding what to wear to Mass each week? Let us dress you! Call Javier Palermo at 561-445-1782 or Dennis Jordan at 561-395-8329.

THE LIGHT - Young Adults Ministry of St. Joan of Arc. Ages 18-35, single or married. 1st & 3rd Mondays 7:30-9pm at the Ark, 319 SW 35rd St. More information E-mail: [email protected] or call 561-392-0007.ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT - Join us every Tuesday, 5-9pm and Friday, 9am - 9pm in the Chapel. Divine Mercy Chaplet prayed on Fridays at 3pm and the Rosary on Fridays at 8:30pm.KNIT/CROCHET SOCIAL - Join us on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month at 10:30am at the Casa Hispana (corner of 3rd Ave and 4th St.). Beginners to experts are needed to make prayer shawls and projects for preemies, kids and our troops. More information call: Claire at 561-445-4802.SJA DAD’S CLUB - Every Monday in Mercy Center at drop off - 7:45am. All dads in the Parish welcome.THE MEN’S MINISTRY - The Men’s Ministry of St. Joan of Arc strives to develop God-centered Catholic men through Christian fellowship, education and service. We gather in Christ’s love and offer an environment of encouragement, confidentiality and support. We meet Wednesday evenings from 6:45-8:30pm at The Ark. All men of the parish are most welcome. Call Paul Paschke 561-392-2476.SJA SCHOOL ALUMNI - We invite you to register on our St. Joan of Arc website as an alumni if you haven’t already done so at stjoan.org/school/alumni-outreach/WOMEN OF GRACE - Find your purpose... feed your soul.Embark upon a 10-week Journey of Discovery and Transformation that is life-changing! More information contact: Tessie O’Dea 561-952-2852or E-mail: Kris Toimil at [email protected] SJA PUBLIC ADVOCACY COMMITTEE - is requesting the current members and any other parishioners who wish to join, to send their email/phone number (whichever you wish) to Joseph Kabbas, Chairman of Public Advocacy at [email protected]; phone 561-299-8921; fax 561-362-7134SUNDAY TV MASS FOR THE HOMEBOUND - The Diocese of Palm Beach’s weekly Sunday morning Mass for the homebound airs on CW34 WTVX at 9am -9:30am.HOMEBOUND MINISTRY - Call us if you or someone you know is no longer able to attend Mass. Our Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion visit the elderly & infirmed parishioners. 561-392-0007.SJA COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN (CCW) - St. Ana Circle 4th Wednesday at 8am, St. Clare Circle 3rd Wednesday at 1pm., St. Elizabeth Circle 2nd Tuesday at 8am-9:30am at Casa Hispana, Sts. Martha & Mary Circle 3rd Thursday at 7pm, St. Monica Circle 4th Monday at 2pm, St. Therese of Lisieux 3rd Tuesday at 9am. Please join us and make new friends as we are Women Making a difference. More information call: 561-392-0007 Ext. 8104.

HIGH SCHOOLS OPEN HOUSE

The formal presentation will begin at 1pm in the gym. The school address is: 2900 NE 47th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308Visit our website at: www.cghsfl.orgFor more information please call: Cindy Hirsch, Admissions Director954-491-2900 ext.108

CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL2015 OPEN HOUSESUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 1 - 3pm

ST. JOHN PAUL II ACADEMYOPEN HOUSE PREVIEWSUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 1 - 4pm

Please RSVP online at www.sjpii.netThe school address is: 4001 N Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431 For more information please call:Barbara Harbin, Director of Institutional Advancement561-314-2128


DIRECTOR MINISTERIO:Constanza Preble [email protected]

DIACONÍA:Diácono Álvaro Velasco [email protected]

Padre Wesler Hilaire capellán del Ministerio Multicultural, habla inglés, español, francés y creole. Atiende todas las necesidades pastorales de la comunidad Multicultural. Para marcar consulta llame a 561-392-00097. [email protected]

Padre Oscar Alonso - Asistente Misas Dominicales

Padre Alfredo Hernández - Asistente Misas Dominicales

MINISTERIO MULTICULTURAL

Misa en español todos los sabados a las 6:30pm. Confesiones todos los sábados a las 5:30pm en la capilla.

¡Gracias por hacer de esta Fiesta una verdadera celebracion!Dios y su Madre los bendiga siempre!

SEPTIEMBRE


INTENCIONES DEL PAPA PARA SEPTIEMBRE: "Para que los discapacitados mentales reciban el amor y la ayuda que necesitan para llevar una vida digna". "Para que los cristianos, inspirados en la Palabra de Dios, se comprometan al servicio de los pobres y de los que sufren".

• Bautismos 26 de septiembre Sábado al mediodía llamar al 561-392-0007 para información.

• Clases de Catecismo para adultos: información con Constanza

• Clase Pre Bautismal 10 de octubre martes a las 7:00pm

• WOG en Español Todos los lunes 10:00am en la Casa Hispana.

• Grupo de oración Todos los jueves a las 7:00pm en la Casa Hispana.

• Rosario Padre Pio Todos los jueves a las 9:00am en la Casa “The Ark.”

• Catequesis de la Familia. Jueves después del Rosario a las 9:45am, en la Casa “The Ark.” Para información llame al 561-859-4666

• Clases de Inglés. Todos los miércoles en la Casa Hispana. Llamar al 561-289-7846 para información.

• Ciudadanía Ayuda con formularios. Lunes de por medio de 11am a 12pm llamar al 954 -818 -5032.

• Clases de Biblia Padre Oscar Alonso Próxima clase: Lunes 28 de septiembre.

• Circulo de Santa Ana miércoles 30 de septiembre a las 8:00am

• El Taller de proclamadores de la Palabra será el sábado 3 de octubre de 9:30am a mediodía.

ACTIVIDADES EN ESPAÑOL

Ministerio Extraordinario de la Eucaristia y Grupo de Oración : Fernando Cordova 561-573-0194. Proclamadores de la Palabra: Rosis Suarez 561-665-1725 • Liturgia de la Palabra para los niños: Cynthia Lara 561-716-4334. Ujieres y monaguillos Constanza 561-859-4666.

En preparación para la visita del Papa (Philadelphia 9/25 y 26) participe en nuestras charlas de: Matrimonio y Familia. Nos reunimos los jueves a las 10 de la mañana en el “ARK”.

Marque su calendario El Domingo 4 de octubre Todos unidos para defender el derecho a la vida. “Cadena por la Vida”SJOA - Parque Sanborn.

Ministros Extraordinarios:12 Fernando y Jeannette CordovaRebeca Vera, Paula Patino, Nelcy Sua19 Maria Angulo, Rachel LicciardinoMaria Angulo, Paula Patino, Rebeca Vera26 Paula Patino, Nelcy SuaLuis Chavez, Racchel Licciardino,Georgina Garcia

Proclamadores de la Palabra:12 Sandra Castro y Luis Gouash19 Rosis Suarez y Luis Cortes26 Nora Acevedo y Maria Lucrecia

SEPTIEMBRE

DIA: Sábado 3 de octubre HORA: 9:45am -12:00pm LUGAR: Saint Joan of Arc COSTO: Costo del libro $9.95 Llama a Constanza al 561-859-4666

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