Pastor’s Letter – March 3, 2019

Dear Friends in Christ: How will you journey with Christ this Lent?  As we approach the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday, March 6th, I invite you to make this a special time to RENEW your spiritual life. We have mailed a Lenten spiritual guide entitled The...

Pastor’s Letter – February 10, 2019

Dear Friends in Christ, This weekend we are presenting the information about Our Catholic Appeal for the Diocese of Orlando.  This is an annual appeal that occurs in mid-February.  The funds that are raised provide for the advancement, mission and ministries of our...

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Dear Friends in Christ, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! On behalf of our Priests, Sisters and Staff, I sincerely hope that the remembrance of Christ’s birth brings you much peace and hope. As we celebrate this Christmas Season, I would like to thank you for your...

Pastor’s Letter – May 20, 2018

Dear Friends in Christ: Next weekend, we have the opportunity to celebrate the Ordination to Priesthood of Deacon Matthew Hawkins.  I remember six years ago when Matthew came to live with us for eight months before heading to the Seminary for Philosophy studies.  He...

Letter from the Pastor – October 15, 2017

Dear Friends in Christ, Thank you to all who have planned and are participating in the 2017 Fall Festival!  I am grateful to our Leadership Team for their countless hours of preparation and guidance and to all who help in any way to ensure the success of this year’s...

Letter From Fr Stephen

To my Annunciation Family, On behalf of my family, I would like to thank you for your prayers and support following the death of my brother, Christopher. A private funeral will take place for family and close friends on Friday, September 22 at Our Lady Star of the Sea...

Pastor’s Message – May Issue of our Parish Magazine

Dear Friends in Christ, During the month of May we honor the Blessed Mother in a special way. Mary is not only the Mother of Jesus but also our spiritual mother. She is watching over us from her place as Queen of Heaven and wraps her mantle of protection around us as...

Pastor’s Message for Easter

Dear Friends in Christ, Christ is Risen! Alleluia!  Alleluia!  Happy Easter! Thank you for your presence and prayers as we celebrate this special feast.  I especially extend a warm welcome to anyone who is visiting with us from other places or faith backgrounds.  As...

Pastor’s Message – April 9, 2017

Dear Friends in Christ, Our Holy Week begins today with Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem.  As we begin these Sacred Days, I would like to thank you for your participation in the various activities of Lent during these past weeks.  I hope that the spiritual...

Pastor’s Message – January 8 2017

Dear Friends in Christ, As we celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany, we reflect upon the Wise Men presenting their gifts to Jesus.  Their gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh were recognitions of the special presence of the Christ child.  I always enjoy hearing this...