Greetings to all of you!
First of all, what a wonderful time we experienced during our first annual parish picnic organized by the Stewardship Commission. Over 500 people came, and although it was a little warm, we were delighted by all the food, soft drinks, games, etc. that made this event one of our highlights of the year. There are so many groups to thank, but I would like to especially thank the Knights of Columbus for all their work in setting up and cooking all that food and Julio Dones and the Stewardship Commission for all their work in making this happen. Good job everyone, and I hope next year God gives us a nice cool day!
Last Sunday, 97 young men and women received Confirmation here at St. Mark with Abbot Isaac presiding. The church was packed with relatives and friends from far and wide gathering for this beautiful ceremony. It is always a great feeling to see these young people complete their full initiation into the Catholic Church as they go out into the world and live this Gospel of Love!
We are currently underway in the “soft” phase of our Capital Campaign for a new Church building and thus far those who have been asked to help financially and with their talents are doing it with enthusiasm! If things go well during this phase, we hope to kick off the campaign in January of 2011. What an exciting time for us here at St. Mark! I ask for your prayers and support when the time comes. We are growing so fast and our area needs a prominent spiritual home, especially during these difficult economic times. Let’s make this happen for our families!
Now that it is getting hotter outside, I’m trying to find creative ways to ride my bike and still remain cool. If anyone has any advice, feel free to let me know since I usually wimp out when it gets too hot!
Well, that is all for now. Continue to enjoy the gift that God has given us in each other.
Peace,
Fr. David
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
May Crowning/Capital Campaign
Greetings to all of you!
In this month of Mary I’m sure you have witnessed many graced moments during this particular time as we celebrate First Communions, Ordinations, Confirmations, May Crownings, Mother’s Day, etc. during this busy month. I’m sure Our Lady smiles at us from Heaven as we use this month to remember her in many special ways as the Great Mother of our Dear Lord. Her constant “yes” to God truly made all of this happen for our benefit. May she continue to be honored as our own Mother and have a special place in our hearts!
Last week we had our Cabinet Meeting for those who came forward to help us organize our desire for a new Church. It seems like things are moving well thus far, and it promises to be an exciting year when we kick off the Capital Campaign in January of 2011. The new Church designs look outstanding, but more importantly, we are in the early stages of making St. Mark The Evangelist parish one that will touch the hearts and souls of many in the New Tampa community who are seeking hope and stability in a world that offers neither. I hope and pray that a new Church will not only bring people to Christ but it will unite us as brothers and sisters in Christ and be effective instruments of God’s love. Keep up the praying and, by-the-way, if anyone hits the lottery, please contact me immediately!
A few weeks ago I bought a new racing bike after riding a road bike that was over 12 years old and badly needing a major tune up. It seemed every time I took that road bike out on Flatwoods Park, I could barely make it around the loop without falling into a heap of exhaustion. Now with this new racing bike, I’ve been going twice around the loop and passing people who used to blow right by me snickering as they saw this poor pathetic creature peddling so hard. I even bought a helmet and now I look like one of those professional racers! Unfortunately, with speed sometimes mishaps come with it. I did crash into a bridge banister a couple of weeks ago and scraped my arm and bruised the side of my body. I was fine but my ego took a huge beating! Now I can say with all sincerity that I am indeed one of them (those racers) as I now have my own “badge of honor” to prove it! Pray for me!
Well, that is all for now. Continue to enjoy the gift that God has given us in each other!
Peace,
Fr. David
In this month of Mary I’m sure you have witnessed many graced moments during this particular time as we celebrate First Communions, Ordinations, Confirmations, May Crownings, Mother’s Day, etc. during this busy month. I’m sure Our Lady smiles at us from Heaven as we use this month to remember her in many special ways as the Great Mother of our Dear Lord. Her constant “yes” to God truly made all of this happen for our benefit. May she continue to be honored as our own Mother and have a special place in our hearts!
Last week we had our Cabinet Meeting for those who came forward to help us organize our desire for a new Church. It seems like things are moving well thus far, and it promises to be an exciting year when we kick off the Capital Campaign in January of 2011. The new Church designs look outstanding, but more importantly, we are in the early stages of making St. Mark The Evangelist parish one that will touch the hearts and souls of many in the New Tampa community who are seeking hope and stability in a world that offers neither. I hope and pray that a new Church will not only bring people to Christ but it will unite us as brothers and sisters in Christ and be effective instruments of God’s love. Keep up the praying and, by-the-way, if anyone hits the lottery, please contact me immediately!
A few weeks ago I bought a new racing bike after riding a road bike that was over 12 years old and badly needing a major tune up. It seemed every time I took that road bike out on Flatwoods Park, I could barely make it around the loop without falling into a heap of exhaustion. Now with this new racing bike, I’ve been going twice around the loop and passing people who used to blow right by me snickering as they saw this poor pathetic creature peddling so hard. I even bought a helmet and now I look like one of those professional racers! Unfortunately, with speed sometimes mishaps come with it. I did crash into a bridge banister a couple of weeks ago and scraped my arm and bruised the side of my body. I was fine but my ego took a huge beating! Now I can say with all sincerity that I am indeed one of them (those racers) as I now have my own “badge of honor” to prove it! Pray for me!
Well, that is all for now. Continue to enjoy the gift that God has given us in each other!
Peace,
Fr. David
May Crowning/Capital Campaign
Greetings to all of you!
In this month of Mary I’m sure you have witnessed many graced moments during this particular time as we celebrate First Communions, Ordinations, Confirmations, May Crownings, Mother’s Day, etc. during this busy month. I’m sure Our Lady smiles at us from Heaven as we use this month to remember her in many special ways as the Great Mother of our Dear Lord. Her constant “yes” to God truly made all of this happen for our benefit. May she continue to be honored as our own Mother and have a special place in our hearts!
Last week we had our Cabinet Meeting for those who came forward to help us organize our desire for a new Church. It seems like things are moving well thus far, and it promises to be an exciting year when we kick off the Capital Campaign in January of 2011. The new Church designs look outstanding, but more importantly, we are in the early stages of making St. Mark The Evangelist parish one that will touch the hearts and souls of many in the New Tampa community who are seeking hope and stability in a world that offers neither. I hope and pray that a new Church will not only bring people to Christ but it will unite us as brothers and sisters in Christ and be effective instruments of God’s love. Keep up the praying and, by-the-way, if anyone hits the lottery, please contact me immediately!
A few weeks ago I bought a new racing bike after riding a road bike that was over 12 years old and badly needing a major tune up. It seemed every time I took that road bike out on Flatwoods Park, I could barely make it around the loop without falling into a heap of exhaustion. Now with this new racing bike, I’ve been going twice around the loop and passing people who used to blow right by me snickering as they saw this poor pathetic creature peddling so hard. I even bought a helmet and now I look like one of those professional racers! Unfortunately, with speed sometimes mishaps come with it. I did crash into a bridge banister a couple of weeks ago and scraped my arm and bruised the side of my body. I was fine but my ego took a huge beating! Now I can say with all sincerity that I am indeed one of them (those racers) as I now have my own “badge of honor” to prove it! Pray for me!
Well, that is all for now. Continue to enjoy the gift that God has given us in each other!
Peace,
Fr. David
In this month of Mary I’m sure you have witnessed many graced moments during this particular time as we celebrate First Communions, Ordinations, Confirmations, May Crownings, Mother’s Day, etc. during this busy month. I’m sure Our Lady smiles at us from Heaven as we use this month to remember her in many special ways as the Great Mother of our Dear Lord. Her constant “yes” to God truly made all of this happen for our benefit. May she continue to be honored as our own Mother and have a special place in our hearts!
Last week we had our Cabinet Meeting for those who came forward to help us organize our desire for a new Church. It seems like things are moving well thus far, and it promises to be an exciting year when we kick off the Capital Campaign in January of 2011. The new Church designs look outstanding, but more importantly, we are in the early stages of making St. Mark The Evangelist parish one that will touch the hearts and souls of many in the New Tampa community who are seeking hope and stability in a world that offers neither. I hope and pray that a new Church will not only bring people to Christ but it will unite us as brothers and sisters in Christ and be effective instruments of God’s love. Keep up the praying and, by-the-way, if anyone hits the lottery, please contact me immediately!
A few weeks ago I bought a new racing bike after riding a road bike that was over 12 years old and badly needing a major tune up. It seemed every time I took that road bike out on Flatwoods Park, I could barely make it around the loop without falling into a heap of exhaustion. Now with this new racing bike, I’ve been going twice around the loop and passing people who used to blow right by me snickering as they saw this poor pathetic creature peddling so hard. I even bought a helmet and now I look like one of those professional racers! Unfortunately, with speed sometimes mishaps come with it. I did crash into a bridge banister a couple of weeks ago and scraped my arm and bruised the side of my body. I was fine but my ego took a huge beating! Now I can say with all sincerity that I am indeed one of them (those racers) as I now have my own “badge of honor” to prove it! Pray for me!
Well, that is all for now. Continue to enjoy the gift that God has given us in each other!
Peace,
Fr. David
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