Pastor’s Message June 8 2014

As we celebrate Pentecost this weekend we also come to the end of the Easter Season.  The past fifty days since Easter Sunday have been filled with many beautiful liturgical celebrations that I hope have brought you closer to the Lord…

Pastor’s Message – May 25 2014

Dear Friends in Christ, The Memorial Day Weekend affords us the opportunity to reflect upon those who have given their lives in service and protection of our beloved United States of America.  Further in this bulletin is a listing of names of Veterans and Active Duty...

Pastor’s Message May 11 2014

Dear Friends in Christ, During the month of May, we honor Mary, the Blessed Mother.  She is the Mother of God and we are also her adopted sons and daughters.  Her example of humility, loyalty, and availability are qualities for us to embrace in our relationship with...

Pastor’s Message – April 20 2014

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 13 2014

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 you have utilized...

Pastor’s Message April 6 2014

Dear Friends in Christ, This Sunday’s Gospel provides a preview of things to come.  Jesus travels to Bethany and raises Lazarus from the dead.  I can only imagine the reaction of the people who witnessed this incredible miracle.  In just two weeks, we will celebrate...

Pastor’s Message 3-23-2014

Dear Friends in Christ, This upcoming Tuesday, March 25 we celebrate the Solemnity of the Annunciation.  Our parish family is blessed to be named for the beautiful event of the Annunciation as we are inspired to be available to God’s will and answer ‘yes’.  In honor...

Pastor’s Message – March 9 2014

Dear Friends in Christ, Our Lenten Journey has begun!  As we celebrate the First Sunday of Lent, I would like to especially offer prayers for the Catechumens of our parish family.  Catechumens are those who have been undergoing the Christian Initiation (RCIA) process...

Pastor’s Message February 23 2014

Dear Friends in Christ, I would like to thank you for your response to Our Catholic Appeal.  This annual appeal allows our Diocese of Orlando to provide quality services, formation and outreach in nine counties of Central Florida.  Next week I will have the first...

Pastor’s Message February 16 2014

Dear Friends in Christ, A few weeks ago I spoke about Stewardship of Finances and mentioned that the sharing of our resources with the Church can be segmented into three areas:  Weekly Offertory, Our Catholic Appeal and Capital Improvements.  This weekend throughout...

Pastor’s Message February 2 2014

Dear Friends in Christ, It is beautiful this year that the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord falls on Sunday so that we can celebrate together the joy of Mary and Joseph as they bring their newborn child to the temple.  They set a good example for all parents who...

Pastor’s Message – January 19 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, Now that the Christmas Season is over you will notice that the liturgical color has returned to green to honor Ordinary Time.  Please remember that there is nothing ‘ordinary’ about this liturgical season!  It is so named because the weeks are...

Pastor’s Message January 5 2013

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...

Pastor’s Message December 8 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, This past week we celebrated our very first campus tree lighting and a celebration of Starry Night that included various activities to help enter into the season of Advent.  I am very grateful to all who planned and participated in this...

Pastor’s Message December 1, 2013

Dear Friends in Christ: Today begins a new liturgical year with the commencement of the Advent Season. Many people often comment that this is their favorite liturgical season as it inspires a sense of wonder and anticipation.  As we light a candle each week we are...

Pastor’s Message 10-20-2013

Dear Friends in Christ, I would like to thank all who planned, prayed for and participated in our Fall Festival.  It was truly a beautiful weekend in so many ways…. the fellowship, the welcoming hospitality and of course the weather!  I am especially grateful for the...

Pastor’s Message – September 29 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, This past week I visited St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary in Boynton Beach (which we pray produces only the finest of Priests!) to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Seminary.  Many may not be familiar with our Regional Seminary, which...

Pastor’s Message – September 15 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, Through the Sacrament of Baptism we are called into a lifelong journey of Faith Formation, which is made possible by the gift of catechesis (instruction and learning about our faith and developing a personal relationship with God).   We really...

Pastor’s Message August 11 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, The weeks ahead will be filled with excitement as we begin a new academic year!  Many of our college students will soon be heading back to school.  I hope that you will check out the Catholic Campus Ministry on your local campus and be faithful...

Pastor’s Message August 4 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, August is now upon us and that means that soon the children will be returning Back to School.  I hope that it has been a blessed summer for all.  Thank you for bringing me bulletins from places far and wide!  I really enjoy looking through them...

Pastor’s Message July 14 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, On this Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C) the Gospel proclaimed is the familiar story of the Good Samaritan.  As followers of Christ, we are called upon to help each other, no matter what the differences are between us.  Actually, as...

Pastor’s Message June 30 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, Our true freedom comes from the gift that God has bestowed in each of us.  This upcoming week we celebrate the Fourth of July and remember our Founding Fathers who set forth a beautiful vision for our country which is based on this gift of...

Habitat for Humanity Dedication Ceremony – June 26th

After 5 months of work by Annunciation volunteers the Mattie McCray home will be dedicated on Wednesday, June 26th at 5:30pm.  All parishioners are invited to attend and especially all of the parishioners who volunteered their time to work on the home, provided lunch...

Pastor’s Message May 26 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, As we celebrate the Most Holy Trinity this Sunday, we are called to reflect upon the relationship of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit… a relationship of great love and of great mystery.  God invites us to participate in this relationship through...

Pastor’s Message May 19 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, On Pentecost Sunday we celebrate the Descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles.  The presence of the Holy Spirit gave them courage and strength to:  Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature.  (Mark 16:15)  How does...

Pastor’s Letter May 12 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, During the month of May, we honor Mary, the Blessed Mother.  She is the Mother of God and we are also her adopted sons and daughters.  Her example of humility, loyalty, and availability are qualities for us to embrace in our relationship with...

Pastor’s Letter April 21 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, I would like to take the opportunity to congratulate the children of our parish who are receiving the Body and Blood of Christ for the first time.  Between this weekend and next, 189 children will receive their First Eucharist.  Do you remember...

Pastor’s Letter Easter Weekend 2013

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 Letter March 3 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, This past week Bishop Norbert Dorsey was laid to rest.  I was especially fond of Bishop Dorsey as he ordained me to the Priesthood.  He espoused a gentle manner but also had a wonderful presence about him, especially in liturgical...

Pastor’s Letter – February 17 2013

This weekend we have the opportunity to learn more about the work and ministries of the Catholic Church in Central Florida as we begin the 2013 Our Catholic Appeal.  This annual appeal is our opportunity to celebrate and participate in the activities of the larger Church of the Diocese of Orlando…

Pastor’s Message – January 6 – 2013

Dear Friends in Christ, In many cultures today is known as ‘Little Christmas’ and ‘Three Kings Day’. On this feast the practice of gift exchange takes place between family members and friends in honor of the gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh that were brought by...

Pastor’s Message – December 30, 2012

Dear Friends in Christ, As we continue in this season of Christmas, I hope and pray that you and your loved ones have enjoyed a sense of peace and hope that is a special gift at this time of year.  I would also like to take the opportunity to thank you for thinking of...

Pastor’s Message November 11 2012

Today we celebrate Veteran’s Day, which gives us the opportunity to honor all who served in the military.  In our country we are very blessed with the privilege of many freedoms, and are grateful to the men and women who have helped to preserve these gifts…

Pastor’s Message – October 14, 2012

The 2012 Fall Festival has arrived! For months the Fall Festival Leadership Team has been planning this weekend and ensuring that there is something for everyone. The North Parking Lot and Life Center have been transformed into a great atmosphere of fun, fellowship and delicious food. Please remember that the proceeds from the Fall Festival are donated to various charities…

Pastor’s Message – October 7 2012

Our Gospel reading this Sunday affirms the sanctity of the vocation of marriage. Marriage is the foundation of family life and is a great gift to society…