FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER, MAY 2, 2021

FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER May 2, 2021

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Volume 5, Issue # 21

The Daily Prayer of Saint Teresa Dear Jesus, help me to spread your fragrance everywhere I go. Flood my soul with your spirit and love.

Penetrate and possess my whole being so utterly that all my life may only be a radiance of You. Shine through me and be so in me that every soul I come in contact with may feel Your presence in my soul.

Let them look up and see no longer me but only Jesus. Stay with me and then I shall begin to shine as you shine, so to shine as to be a light to others.

Amen.

Celebrant: Our Pastor - Father Victor Ray Chapel at 3803 Haines Road North St. Petersburg, Florida Sunday, Live Mass and Live Stream at 10:30 am on YouTube: Saint Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Community Facebook: St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Community Website: stoccc.org

To follow along with the Mass, See last page of this bulletin.

All of us at Saint Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Community want to take a moment to extend a Very Warm Welcome to everyone who is visiting us for the first time this morning. Whether you are just having a look, or are searching for a place to worship, we are delighted to have you here. Enjoy the rest of your worship time with us, and

May God Bless You!

Wisdom From Our Pastor Today’s reading from the Gospel of John is part of Jesus’ discourse at the Last Supper. Recall that John tells the story of Jesus’ Last Supper differently from the other Evangelists. In John’s Gospel, the Last Supper begins with Jesus washing his disciples’ feet. Jesus then provides them with a series of instructions. We call this section the Last Supper discourse or Jesus’ farewell discourse. In these chapters of John’s Gospel, Jesus instructs his disciples about the importance of following his example of love and service, about the gift they will receive when Jesus sends them the Holy Spirit, and about their relationship with Jesus and with the world. The Last Supper discourse concludes with Jesus’ prayer for his disciples.

Today’s Gospel reading is taken from middle of the Last Supper discourse. Jesus speaks about his relationship to his disciples.

In his metaphor of the vine and the branches, Jesus is referencing the Hebrew Scriptures. In the Hebrew Scriptures, Israel is the vineyard, and Yahweh himself tends the vineyard. One of the primary themes of John’s Gospel is to show Jesus to be the fulfillment of God’s promises to Israel.

In this passage, Jesus teaches his disciples that his relationship with them will not end after his death; he will remain with them always. This unity between Jesus and his disciples is the basis for their ability to continue to do the work that he began. Similarly, Jesus’ presence with us through the Gift of the Holy Spirit enables us to continue the work of love and reconciliation that he began.

Jesus also teaches his disciples about the importance of the words he has taught to them. Just as Jesus will remain in the disciples, so too will his words. We come to know Jesus through the Scriptures, the living Word of God. Our commitment to be Christ’s disciples is sustained through God’s Word. This commitment is also strengthened by our life of prayer and nourished by the Eucharist. Through the Eucharist, Jesus dwells in us, remains with us, and transforms us so that we might bear fruit in his name.

We observe many people who act in ways that show their commitment to serve their neighbor. Christians and non-Christians feed the hungry, care for the sick, shelter the homeless, and give alms to the poor. These actions become acts of Christian discipleship when they are motivated by our relationship with Jesus. Whatever the immediate results, Jesus promises us that these actions will bear fruit when we undertake them in his name.

Father Victor Ray

Let Us Pray For

Rick Hamilton, Bp. Peter Hickman, D.A. Marx, Dee Spano, James Meeks, Mark Talboom, Greg Reuss, Melvin Baker, Jose Mejias and Roy, Paula and Buddy Baker PRAYERS RECEIVED BY THE AIR WAVES Bruno Fernanda, Jack/Susan/Billy Fabien, Wesley, Javier, AnnMarie Shahana, Eugene, Eoghan, Nelson, Annette/Don Husband, Beverly, Victor Adolfo, Mike Ifeanyi, Daughter/Sister Tequila, Ann, Aditya, Amanda DEVOTIONAL CANDLE LIGHTED FOR Earl “Bud” Miller, Howard Laubscher

Sunday, May 2, 2021 HYMNS GATHERING #618 We Are Called OFFERTORY #602 I Have Loved You COMMUNION #508 We Have Been Told SENDING #532 Let There Be Peace On Earth ************* READINGS P. 154 1st Reading Acts 9:26-31 Responsorial Psalm PS 22 Rs. I will praise you Lord in the assembly of your people.

2nd Reading 1 John 3:18-24 Gospel Acclamation: Rs. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Gospel John 15:1-8 Music Reproduction and Streaming License is One License A-729651 (January 26, 2021 – January 25, 2022)

Upcoming CElebrations

church calendar Sunday, April 25, 10:30 am, Fourth Sunday of Easter LIVE STREAM AND LIVE MASS Sunday, April 25, 7:30 pm, Join Our Rosary Group - Calendar on Zoom Tuesday, April 27, 6:30 pm, Join us for a time Sof praying and sharing – Calendar on Zoom Sunday, May 2, 10:30 am, Fifth Sunday of Easter LIVE STREAM AND LIVE MASS Sunday, May 2, 7:30 pm, Join Our Rosary Group - Calendar on Zoom Tuesday, May 4, 6:30 pm, Join us for a time of praying and sharing – Calendar on Zoom Wednesday, May 5, Cinco de Mayo Tuesday, May 6, 1:00 pm, National Interfaith prayer service for repentance and reflection – Calendar on Zoom Friday, May 7, 7:00 pm, Icons All Around Workshop – Calendar on Zoom Sunday, May 9, 10:30 am, Sixth Sunday of Easter LIVE STREAM AND LIVE MASS Sunday, May 9, After Mass, House of Ministry Meeting in the Chapel – No Zoom Sunday, May 9, 7:30 pm, Join Our Rosary Group - Calendar on Zoom Monday, May 10, 7:00 pm, F.A.S.T. Joshua Assembly Tuesday, May 11, 6:30 pm, Join us for a time of praying and sharing – Calendar on Zoom Friday, May 14, 4:00 pm, COVID Hospitality Party at Jon and Bill’s, Theme “How Did We Miss Cinco de Mayo”

BIRTHDAYS MAY 7 JOSE MEJIAS MAY 13 THOMAS ZIMMER MAY 28 ARYN ZAHNOW ANNIVERSARYS MAY 17 ANTHONY GUERRIER CELEB OF LIFE

SPLISH/SPLASH A CELEBRATION! BIRTHDAYS: APRIL 2 REV. DR. MARY FOLEY, MAY 28 ARYN ZAHNOW, SEPTEMBER 9 CINDY GIDDENS, OCTOBER 16 PAULA BAKER, NOVEMBER 7 DENNIS GIDDENS, JANUARY 17 COLLIN STOUT, ANNIVERSARIES: OCTOBER 10 REV. DR. MARY FOLEYORDINATION, OCTOBER 27 DENNIS AND CINDY GIDDENS,

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PeoPle’s Mass Responses Mass of Creation

READING RESPONCES (first and second readings) Lector: Hear what the Spirit is saying to the church People: Thanks be to God

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RESPONSORIAL AND GOSPEL ACCLAMATION GATHERING HYMN GREETING Priest: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God our father, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.

People: And also with you.

PENITENTIAL ACT People: I confess to almighty God, and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have sinned through my own fault in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done, and in what I have failed to do; and I ask blessed Mary, ever virgin, all the angels and saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God. ABSOLUTION Priest: May almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us our sins and bring us to everlasting life.

KYRIE Lord have mercy. Christ have mercy Lord have mercy.

GLORIA Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God’s people on earth.

Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory.

Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God’s people on earth.

Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer.

Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God’s people on earth.

For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father.

Amen, Amen.

Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God’s people on earth.

GOSPEL DIALOGUE Priest: The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you Priest: A reading from the Gospel according to N People: Glory to you Lord +++ READING OF GOSPEL Priest: This is the gospel of the Lord People: Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ

HOMILY THE NICENE CREED People: We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, one in Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he was born of the Virgin Mary, and became flesh. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered, died, and was buried. On the third day he rose again in fulfillment of the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets.

We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

THE APOSTLES CREED I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven

and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

THE SIGN OF PEACE Priest: The peace of the Lord be with you always.

People: And also with you.

OFFERTORY HYMN INVITATION TO PRAYER Priest: Pray, brethren (brothers and sisters), that my sacrifice and yours may be acceptable to God, the almighty Father.

The PEOPLE RISE and reply: May the Lord accept the sacrifice at your hands for the praise and glory of God’s name, for our good and the good of all God’s Church.

PREFACE DIALOGUE Priest: The Lord is with you.

People: And also with you.

Priest: Lift up your hearts.

People: We lift them up to the Lord.

Priest: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People: It is right to give him thanks and praise.

THE SANCTUS Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power. God of might, Heaven and earth are filled with your glory.

Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

Hosanna in the highest.

THE MYSTERY OF FAITH Priest: Let us proclaim the mystery of faith People: When we eat this bread and drink this cup.

We proclaim you death O Lord until you come again.

DOXOLOGY Priest: Let us pray together People: Through him, with him, in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all glory and honor is yours Almighty Father, forever and ever.

Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen.

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loRD’s PRaYeR Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, Priest Prayer of Unity For the Kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours both now and forever from now until the end of time.

THE LAMB OF GOD Jesus, Lamb of God you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. Jesus, Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world have mercy on us, Jesus, Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, grant us your peace.

INVITATION TO COMMUNION (AGNUS DEI) Priest: Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sins of the world. Blessed are those are called to the supper of the Lamb.

People: “Lord I am worthy to receive you, you have said the word and I am healed.”

COMMUNION HYMN THE DAILY PRAYER OF SAINT TERESA Dear Jesus, help me to spread your fragrance everywhere I go. Flood my soul with your spirit and love. Penetrate and possess my whole being so utterly that all my life may only be a radiance of you.

Shine through me and be so in me that every soul I come in contact with may feel Your presence in my soul. Let them look up and see no longer me but only Jesus. Stay with me and then I shall begin to shine as you shine, so to shine as to be a light to others.

Amen.

FINAL BLESSING Priest: The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

Priest: Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving…

ALL: Happier SENDING HYMN

Thank you for worshipping with us today and we hope to see you again! Please join us for fellowship and coffee. May God Bless You!