STOCCC GAZETTE FOR NOVEMBER 2021

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME

Saint Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Community

THANKSGIVING NOVEMBER 25

a CACINA Parish

november 2021 GAZETTE

3803 Haines Road North, St. Petersburg, Florida

WWW.STOCCC.ORG

LIVE MASS LIVE STREAMING EVERY SUNDAY 10:30 AM CACINA WEBSITE

CHURCH CALENDAR Join us for a time of Praying and Sharing, Every Tuesdayevening at 6:30pm - via Zoom. Click this Zoom link to join the meeting: https://zoom.us/j/94588058594?pwd=VzlMcHRPc01 iNlNsRXZ0WmhGK2lWQT

Additional Liturgical Dates for November 1 Solemnity of All Saints 2 The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls) 4 St Charles Borromeo, Bishop 7 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 8 All Saints of Wales (W); 9 The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica 10 St Leo the Great, Pope, Doctor of the Church 11 St Martin of Tours, Bishop 12 St Josaphat, Bishop, Martyr 13 Memorial of Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, Virgin 14 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 17 St Elizabeth of Hungary, married woman 21 Our Lord Jesus Christ King of the Universe 22 St Cecilia, Virgin, Martyr 24 Andrew Dũng-Lạc, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs 28 1st Sunday of Advent 30 St Andrew, Apostle, patron of Scotland

For Readings Visit: https://bible.usccb.org/F

Tuesday, November 2, ELECTION DAY Wednesday, November 3, 9:00 am, Mass in the Chapel Friday, November 5, 9:00 am, Frist Friday Novena, In the Chapel Friday, November 5, 6:30 pm, PLG Load Vehicles Saturday, November 6, 8:00 am, PLG Popup Saturday, November 6, 3:00 pm, Barb Fichter Ordination to Priesthood, Chapel and Life Center Sunday, November 7, DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS – CLOCKS FALL BACK 1 HOUR Sunday, November 7, 10:30 am, 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time LIVE STREAM AND LIVE MASS Tuesday, November 9, 10am – Noon, Teresa Room, INTRO TO BIBLE/Faith Sharing Class Wednesday, November 10, 9:00 am, Mass in the Chapel Thursday, November 11, VETERANS DAY Sunday, November 14, 10:30 am, 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time LIVE STREAM AND LIVE MASS Sunday, November 14, After Mass, House of Ministry Meeting Tuesday, November 16, 10am – Noon, Teresa Room, INTRO TO BIBLE/Faith Sharing Class Wednesday, November 17, 9:00 am, Mass in the Chapel Sunday, November 21, 10:30 am, The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe LIVE STREAM AND LIVE MASS Wednesday, November 24, 9:00 am, Mass in the Chapel Thursday, November 25, THANKSGIVING DAY Sunday, November 28, 10:30 am, First Sunday of Advent LIVE STREAM AND LIVE MASS Monday, November 29, FIRST DAY OF HANUKKAH (Begins at sundown on the 28th)

SOCIAL Calendar November 19 Friday – STOCCC Parishioners Time of Fellowship This will take place on the 3RD Friday of each month. The designated place will be announced ahead of time and it could be a residence, outdoor dining facility, activity based, etc. Next event is themed: St. Teresa Sees a Nightmare Coming.

Please contact media.stoccc@gmail.com for additional information or see insert in the Gazette.

FELLOWSHIP AFTER MASS:

We are starting back up with refreshments in the Teresa Room following Mass. Coffee and water, cookies or pastries.

There is a sign-up sheet on the wall in the Teresa Room just over the fellowship table.

Please write your name on the Sunday for which you want to bring cookies; the church provides drinks.

If you have any questions, please contact Cindy Giddens or Paula Thomas Baker

All for One and One for All! Help in clean up would be much appreciated!

HAPPENINGS UPCOMING BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARIES for the Month

BIRTHDAYS Galipault, Nathaniel Galipault, Britt Giddens, Dennis Anderson, Bud Spano, Doranne Muncy, Kelvin

ANNIVERSARY

1-Nov 7-Nov 7-Nov 7-Nov 15-Nov 18-Nov

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS

STOCCC PARISHIONERS TIME OF FELLOWSHIP

Friday, November 19 at 5:30 pm, The Chattaway 358 22nd Avenue, South St. Petersburg, Fl Website: www.the chattaway.com

Established in 1951, The Chattaway remains one of St. Petersburg’s legendary eateries. The Chattaway is a family owned and operated restaurant started by Jillian Frers — originally from England, she shares her heritage in the inside dining room where “high tea” is served. Her children and grandchildren all share in the running of the restaurant and the staff is their extended family!

Here you can enjoy award winning burgers and alfresco dining in a beautiful tropical garden setting. This restaurant is definitely a unique part of St. Petersburg’s history. The Chattaway is a part of St. Pete’s Old Florida historical section of town for decades and has a large volume of regulars.

Please let Bill know if you are attending by Sunday, November 14th

How do you know God is speaking to you?

QUESTION: How do you know God is speaking to you?

ANSWER: You will hear God speaking to you in that still, small voice that prompts you in your spirit. But, how do you know it is God who is speaking to you? God has given us some direction as to how we can determine His voice from any others we may hear, either real or imagined. These confirmations will strengthen our faith and enable us to hear God more clearly as we grow in our faith.

How do you know God is speaking to you? - The Tests The following tests will help you determine if God is speaking to you. These methods should be accompanied by continual prayer and in some cases fasting.

The first test is the confirmation of God's written Word - the Bible. Everything that God says will agree with His written Word. He will never tell you to sin or go against a teaching in His Word. This simple test can clarify many "messages." We must, however, be careful not to read the written Word with any preconceived ideas of what it is saying.

The second test is the confirmation of godly counsel. God has placed people in our lives to help us to hear His voice. These people may include pastors, teachers, parents, and godly friends. In most cases, they will confirm the voice of God to you and help you to see His plan. This is not to say that you should rely on them solely. These people are human and can have their own feelings and fears distort their objectivity. However, they can be a very valuable source of confirmation when you are uncertain of God's voice.

The third test is the confirmation through circumstances. Christians can carefully studying their situation for indications of God's will. Some Christians have called this the Gideon method or "putting out the fleece." When God told Gideon that he was to lead Israel into battle against their enemies, Gideon put a fleece out on the ground in order to receive a sign that God was really speaking to him. If you feel led to use this test, come to God with a humble attitude and not a spirit of testing Him. Pray for God to reveal His will and carefully watch the circumstances that relate to that decision.

It is wise to not use any of these methods exclusively when trying to receive confirmation of God's voice. Most Christian leaders would agree that a combination of all three methods of confirmation is the best way to verify that the message you have received is from God. Each method is to be done with prayer. God wants you to hear His voice and He will reveal it to you.

Finally, remember that prayer is a conversation. When you ask God to talk to you, be still and listen for His voice. If you expect Him to speak and you are listening for it, He will speak to you regularly.

Fr. Victor Ray

HOUSE OF MINISTRY MEETING SUNDAY, November 14, 2021 AFTER MASS IN THE teresa Room ****************************************************************************************************

TIME, TALENT, TREASURES 1) Time – Live Mass, Live Stream, or Participation in events (Live or Zoom)

2) Talent – Adding Input to Gazette, Matsat Home Assembly, Inspiring Others, etc.

3) Treasures – Ensuring Church Meets Its Is It One Category Or, All Three?

Needs. Online Giving in Website @ stoccc.org or App @ Saint Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Community

Purpose of this Newsletter: One format in which to “Keep the lines of Communication OPEN” and inform the congregation, friends, and guestsof Saint Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Community of what is happening.

SAINT TERESA OF CALCUTTA CATHOLIC COMMUNITY STATS: PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 3803 HAINES ROAD NORTH, ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA 33703

Saint Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Community Existing Ministry Teams: HOUSE OF MINISTRIES Moderator: William Schwartz Assistant Moderator: Michelle Mazuros Financial: Jon Laubscher Advertising: Michelle Mazuros Card Ministry: D.A. Marx and Dee Spano Decorations: Cindy and Dennis Giddens Hospitality: AVAILABLE Liturgical: Alexandra Kahn Media: William Schwartz Outreach: (Cindy Giddens/Frank Matzelle as needed) Parking Lot Gang: Shelli and Kelvin Muncy, Frank Matzelle Refreshment: Paula Baker and Cindy Giddens Welcome: Susanna Glisson Immediate Needed Ministries: Records Keeper Planning Marketing Future Goals Mats Ministry

MAILING ADDRESS: SAINT TERESA OF CALCUTTA CATHOLIC COMMUNITY P.O. BOX 47921, ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA 33743

PHONE NUMBER IS: 727-245-0102 Line #1 is the Church Office Line #2 is Father Victor Ray Line #3 is Prayer Request Line #4 is Healing Ministry

Pastor is Father Victor Ray HOUSE OF TRUSTEES President: William Schwartz Vice President: AVAILABLE Accountant: Jon Laubscher Legal: Catherine E. Blackburn, Esquire If anyone is interested in participating in an Existing Ministry, please contact the Ministry Leader. If anyone is interested in Leading any of the Immediate Needed Ministries, Please contact Father Victor Ray or William Schwartz.

Remember that Saint Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Community follows the principles of: TIME TALENT TREASURE

FACEBOOK AT FACEBOOK.COM/ST. TERESA OF CALCUTTA CATHOLIC COMMUNITY YOUTUBE AT SAINT TERESA OF CALCUTTA CATHOLIC COMMUNITY TWITTER AT STOCCC2 INSTAGRAM AT STOCCCLOVE APP AT SAINT TERESA OF CALCUTTA CATHOLIC COMMUNITY You can easily connect to all, on our Website: www.stoccc.org

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3803 Haines Road North St. Petersburg, FL 33703

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Until Next Time, Follow the Holy Spirit and remember what.

Saint Teresa says, “Spread Love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier”!