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Scheduled Execution
Jerry Correll for Thursday, October 29, 2015
On Thursday, October 29, 2015, Jerry Correll, is scheduled to be executed at Florida State Prison, in Starke, Florida. Your parish is encouraged to continue to pray for Mr. Correll, his victims, his family, the victims’ family; for all the public officials involved in this scheduled execution; for Governor Scott, that he will discern God’s will and apply the teachings of our Catholic faith on the death penalty.
Please contact Governor Scott to voice your concern. Parishes are encouraged to participate in prayer services at the parish or to attend a prayer service at the execution site in Starke.
Prayer Service at Execution Site in Starke:
Other Prayer Services:
- St Patrick Catholic Church, 6803 Old Highway 441 South, Mt. Dora, FL – 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 28, 2015
- St Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 526 Park Avenue North, Winter Park, FL - 5:00 PM Tuesday, October 27, 2015 (In the chapel followed by the daily mass at 5:30PM)
For more information on the prayer service, contact the Office of Advocacy and Justice, advocacyjustice@orlandodiocese.org or 407-658-1818 x 2086.
Read the Catholic Bishops' Appeal to Governor Scott to Spare the Life of Jerry Correll
Respect Life Month 2015 News
As we celebrate Respect Life Month 2015, it is important to realize that Respecting Life includes ALL stages of life from conception to natural death.
See USCCB: How to Celebrate Respect Life Month
New CST Video: Life and Dignity of the Human Person
Helpers Mass Schedule for 2015-2016
The next Helpers’ Mass and Rosary procession will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church (5125 S Apopka Vineland Road, Orlando, FL) Saturday, November 7, beginning with Mass at 8:30 AM. Following Mass, we will drive to the Planned Parenhood abortion facility on 726 Tampa Avenue and pray the rosary. Please join us in praying for the protection of human life. For more information, contact the Office of Advocacy and Justice; 407-658-1818 x2086 or at advocacyjustice@orlandodiocese.org.
Complete 2015 - 2016 schedule here!
40 Days for Life Orlando
September 23-November 1
40 Days for Life Orlando is STILL in need of people to sign up for prayer times during the remaining days of the campaign from 7AM-7PM. If you feel that the Lord is touching your heart to be a part of this year's campaign (even for just an hour or two), please join us as a Prayer Warrior on the sidewalk! You can sign up for any hours you choose.
For more information or discuss any concerns you may have as a first-time participant, please contact: Lee Cloud at leecloud123@gmail.com OR leave a message at 407-222-1233
VISIT THE WEBSITE
AND REGISTER FOR A TIME SLOT HERE
Diocese of Orlando CCHD Annual Collection - November 15, 2015
The Catholic Campaign for Human Development is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty by funding community programs that encourage independence. You are essential to its success. Your generous donations through parish collections on the weekend of November 15, 2015 will give those in poverty the support they need to make lasting changes.
Together, we can make a difference in families and communities across the United States. Please donate prayerfully and generously. Thank you.
For More Information...
Upcoming End of Life Presentation
January 16, 2016
Do you have any questions about Advanced Directives and Living Wills? What is the difference between a Living Will and a Catholic Living Will? When do ordinary means become extraordinary? What is an Advance Directive? Do you have a Health Care Surrogate who knows and understands your wishes regarding end of life issues? If you do, then plan to attend the End of Life Presentation on January 16, 2016 from 9AM-12PM at St Anthony Catholic Church in Lakeland, FL. The Presentation is sponsored by the Diocese of Orlando Office of Advocacy and Justice. For further information, please contact the church office at (863) 858-8047.
March for Life St Augustine - January 16, 2016
Washington DC is a long way and may be cost prohibitive, but we have our own March for Life right here in Florida only a few hours from Orlando…in St. Augustine! Every year, the Office of Advocacy and Justice charters a bus or buses to St. Augustine to join thousands of people from across Florida in Marching for Life. This year features keynote speaker Leah Darrow. This former model from America’s Next Top Model has an amazing message of how God created us to be unique, giving us each our own personal way of defending LIFE. (more information at http://www.marchforlifestaugustine.com/) There is also, music, food, and fellowship as we march from the grounds of the Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at the Mission of Nombre de Dios to the center of St Augustine (down St George Street in the Old Town) in support of life. We already have scheduled pick-up locations at St Mary Magdalen in Altamonte Springs and Our Lady of the Lakes in Deltona.
Additional buses and locations can be added through December 2015 if we have groups large enough to cover the cost of bus rentals (a bus holds 55-57 passengers). Adults are $25, Youth (under 18) are $15 and children under 12 are free. Children and Youth MUST be accompanied by an adult (either parent or SAFE Trained adult). Registration, payment and signed release forms are required and due to the Office of Advocacy and Justice several days before the event. Lunch is NOT provided so you should bring money or pack a lunch to bring along. Pick-ups begin at 7:30 AM and continue through 9:00 AM to arrive in St Augustine between 10-10:30 AM. The march begins around noon (following speakers and music). The march ends at the gazebo in the park in front of the Cathedral with a keynote speaker. There is time for lunch and/or a bit of sightseeing before we board the buses at 2:30 PM to head home.
If you would like to join us, please call the Office of Advocacy and Justice to obtain registration forms and waivers and to reserve your seats and pick-up location.
If you will be chartering your own bus from your parish, please call our office and let us know! We may have other parishes or people in your area who may want to join you (if you have room) and you can share costs and planning. Also, we may get a better deal from a bus company if we book using the same providers.
Friday Evening , January 15, 2016 (Youth Night – Mass, Rosary and Music) – Transportation not available through our office
Saturday, January 16, 2016 – Buses Available (limited locations) – Deadline for registration is January 11, 2016
Catholic Days at the Capitol 2016
Catholics from around the state gather in Tallahassee each year to participate in Catholic Days at the Capitol. Participants attend a legislative briefing on human life and dignity issues prior to meetings with elected officials. Included in the activities is a luncheon for participants, the bishops of Florida and state legislators. Participants are also invited to the annual Red Mass of the Holy Spirit con-celebrated by the bishops of Florida. Attended by state officials, lawmakers, judges, members of the legal profession and the community, the Red Mass is celebrated to pray for those working in the executive, legislative and judicial branches of government.
Registrations for Catholic Days at the Capitol 2016 are now starting to trickle in. It is very early this year: February 16, 17, and 18, 2016 and so the DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION will be January 11, 2016.
Download a Registration Form and Waiver and send it soon to reserve your place!
"In the Catholic tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue, and participation in political life is a moral obligation." - Faithful Citizenship, no 1
Human Trafficking Awareness Training
November 14, 2015
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2015
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Holy Redeemer Catholic Church
1603 North Thacker Avenue
Kissimmee, FL 34741
Room: Social Hall
If you have any questions, please contact
Deacon Fred Molina at: fmolina1@cfl.us.com.
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