Mass Intentions Mass Intentions

Monday, April 9

8:00 a.m.: †John Clark (Angie Coleman)

Wednesday, April 11

6:00 p.m.: †Harold Casey (Bud & Pat Casey)

Thursday, April 12

8:00 a.m.: †Coolie Miller (Rosemary Wilson)

Friday, April 13

8:00 a.m.: †Bonnie Johnson (Judy & John Corney)

Saturday, April 14 5:00 p.m.: †Edward Koziol (Peter Karp)

Sunday, April 15

8:00 a.m.: ♥ Doris Geracci (Gardecki Family) 11:00 a.m.:♥ For the People 5:00 p.m.: † Otto Elespuro Jr. (Ermie & Charlie McBride)

You can find daily Mass readings at:You can find daily Mass readings at: www.usccb.org/bible/readings, MyParish app and

www.holynamechurch.org (under resources)

Prayer LinePrayer Line

We have 72 ministers who will pray for your needs. You may contact one of the prayer line captains by phone or you may place your prayer requests in the prayer box located in the back of the church. Confidentiality is always respected. Prayer Line Captains: Jack & Kathie Garnett, 678-5323, Gloria Hart, 678-2816, Marlyss Hernandez , 835-2323, Lisa Underwood, 678-6579.

GENERAL PARISH INFORMATIONGENERAL PARISH INFORMATION

BAPTISM: Infant Baptism Parents must attend a Baptismal Preparation Class prior to scheduling a baptism and it is required that godparents also attend. Classes are held the first Saturday of the month in room 1 of the RE building. You must register to attend the Baptismal class by calling 678-7813.

MARRIAGE: Call the parish office and request a copy of the “Marriage Preparation Guideline”. Make an appointment for an initial interview with a priest or deacon at least six months prior to the anticipated wedding date. There are several classes and workshops that the couple must attend.

RCIA: For those considering entry into the Catholic Church. Contact the church office at 678-7813 or email holyname@holynamechurch.org.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK: The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is administered both to the dying and to those who are ill or are about to undergo an operation, for the recovery of their health and for spiritual strength. It is a ritual of healing appropriate not only for physical but also for mental and spiritual sickness.

FUNERAL: When a loved one dies, it is a time of great stress and grief. Making a phone call to the pastor is an important first step. He can offer not only spiritual support but also practical guidance about what steps need to be taken next. Please call the parish office after contacting the Funeral Home.

VISITATION OF THE SICK: Ministers of the Holy Eucharist bring communion to the homebound and hospitalized after the 8:00 a.m. Mass each Sunday. Call the parish office if you wish a priest, deacon or communion minister to visit the sick.

GIFTING THE PARISH: Please consider making a planned gift to Holy Name of Jesus Church such as a bequest in your will, gift of life insurance, or a charitable trust. All gifts are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

COMMEMORATIVE BRICKS: The Father Butler Parish Life Center commemorative bricks are available for purchase. We have two brick sizes: 4”x8”for $100.00 & 8”x8” for $250.00. For more information call the parish office at 678-7813.

FORMED.ORG

We have subscribed to FORMED. This is produced by Augustine Institute and is presently the best Catholic digital content available. There is something for the whole family. To log in go to:holynamechurch.formed.org *If you already have

registered with FORM nothing has changed for you.

If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like Father Steve to

visit, please call the parish office and let us know. Father Steve wants

to provide you pastoral care but must be told that you need him.

Unique Confirmation OpportunityUnique Confirmation Opportunity

If you are over the Confirmation age and have not been Confirmed this is for you. Bishop Wack, CSC invites you to receive the Gift of the holy Spirit through the sacrament of Confirmation at Celebrate Faith 2019. For further information or to sign up go to: https://form.jotform.com/80705038043146 or contact Sister Margaret Kuntz (850) 435-3523 or Msgr. James Flaherty (850) 435-3546.

Holy N[m_ of J_sus C[tholi] Chur]h

April 8, 2018 April 8, 2018 April 8, 2018 April 8, 2018 ---- Divine Mercy SundayDivine Mercy SundayDivine Mercy SundayDivine Mercy Sunday

Pastoral Staff

Pastor: Father Stephen Voyt Parish Administrator: Deacon Gary M. McBride Deacons: Deacon James B. Cox Deacon Thomas F. Dwyer Deacon Thomas J. Fraites Deacon Louis A. Marini Deacon John Shin

Parish Staff

Finance Manager: Randy O’Connor Office Manager: Monica Peppler Administration: Carolyn Cox Faith Formation Director: Pia Elsesser Assistant Coord. Faith Formation: Caitlin Elsesser Youth Minister: Aaron Slayback Music & Audio-Visual: Christa Cloutier Maintenance: Fran Huttle PLC Manager: Monica Atkinson

Parish

Office Hours:

Mon—Thurs 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.

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Niceville Catholic

Outreach Office

(850-678-7861) Mon—Thurs

9:00 a.m.—Noon

Mass Schedule

Saturday Vigil ………………………. ..5:00 p.m. Sunday ………8:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. Mon, Thurs, Fri, & First Sat ….……. 8:00 a.m. Wed. & First Fri…………….…………6:00 p.m.

Communion Schedule

Tues & Wed ……………………………8:00 a.m.

Adoration Schedule

Tuesdays………………... 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Fridays…………… Adoration begins right after theFridays…………… Adoration begins right after the

8:00 a.m. Mass and continues through the night,8:00 a.m. Mass and continues through the night,

through Saturday, until 4:30 p.m. on the 1st, 3rd & 5ththrough Saturday, until 4:30 p.m. on the 1st, 3rd & 5th

Saturdays and Saturdays and 3:00 p.m. on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays.3:00 p.m. on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. or by appointment

1200 Valparaiso Blvd. ~ Niceville, Florida 32578 www.holynamechurch.org

(850) 678-7813 Fax: (850) 678-5775

StewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardship Weekend of March 31 & April 1, 2018

Offertory……………………………...$22,243.50 Seminarian Collection………………….$1,876.00

Shrines of the Holy Land Collection……$3,121.00 Parish CSA Report:

To date 226 parishioners have pledged $127,340.00 We have received $ 88,563.00 in pledges.

TO MAKE YOUR CSA GIFT ELECTRONICALLY ONLINETO MAKE YOUR CSA GIFT ELECTRONICALLY ONLINE

Go to www.ptdiocese.org Click the (Donations) link at the top right of the page Follow the online instructions

If you e-gave to CSA 2017, login using the same email address and password to create your CSA 2018 pledge and payment schedule.

Please pray for the repose of the soul ofPlease pray for the repose of the soul of

Armand Richard, husband of Betty Armand,

who passed away on March 19, 2018 And

Antonio Sablan, Brother of Bernie Morrison,

who passed away on March 31, 2018

May their souls rest in eternal peace.May their souls rest in eternal peace.

April 8, 2018 Divine Mercy Sunday Year BApril 8, 2018 Divine Mercy Sunday Year B

Acts 4:32-35 Psalm 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24 1 John 5:1-6 John 20:19-31

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Level I Catechist Formation Course A

This is a formation experience for Catechists working with children ages 3 to 6. Hosted by Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee and held at Good Shepherd Church 4665 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee. This is a two year training program that requires a commitment for the dates listed:

Week One: July 8-14, 2018 Week Two: June 16-22, 2019

This is a worthy and great commitment of time and talent. The cost of the course, food and lodging will be paid for by our parish. If you are interested in learning more about Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, please call or email Pia at 678-7813 or pelsesser@holynamechurch.org

Lay Formation InstituteLay Formation InstituteLay Formation InstituteLay Formation Institute

The Lay Formation Institute is an initiative of our

Diocesan vision, the Church Fully Alive. The

Institute prepares the laity for leadership roles in our

parishes and helps lay ministers eventually become

accredited as ministers. The program is also available to

anyone in the diocese to deepen their knowledge of the

faith and the call to be disciples. Institute curriculum is

comprised of online classes through the University of

Dayton, and spiritual and pastoral formation days held

locally. This is a 3 year program. Lay formation Institute

will be holding information evenings on:

Monday, April 9, 6:30 p.m. - Pastoral Center, Pensacola

Tuesday, April 10, 6:30 p.m. - St. Rita Parish, Santa Rosa Bch

Wednesday, April 11, 6:30 p.m. - St. Bernadette, Panama City

Thursday, April 12, 7:00 p.m. - Good Shepherd, Tallahassee

Chastity Program

Parents together with their 7 & 8 grade child are invited to Real Love & Real Life Catholic chastity program presented by Family Honor at Corpus Christi in Destin on Saturday, April 28th, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Spend time with each other and discuss God’s gift of sexuality & the real meaning of love. Professionally trained presenters make this a fast-pace program with funny skits, parent-child focus time, audience participation & more. Cost $40/family. For more info: Debra Hitpas 384-5070. Register at FamilyHonor.org by April 22nd.

Welcome To Our Newest

Church Family Members

We are excited to welcome our newest members of faith, who entered the church and were fully initiated at the Easter Vigil. Aubrey Borella, Richard Brunson, Megan Sidor, Hannah Perez, Adam Guiles, Alex Hutchinson, Jon Elton Ruble, Davis Sweasy, and Sam Ward spent a year of catechetical and spiritual formation which lead them to answer God’s call to deepen their faith through the help of the Holy Spirit.

This is the day the Lord has made. Alleluia, Alleluia!

A Special Thank YouA Special Thank You

There is so much that goes on behind the scenes in preparation for Holy Week and Easter. Father Steve, the deacons and the parish staff would like to thank all those who helped set up and tear down the Parish Life Center in preparation for Easter as well as for all the Fridays in Lent. In addition we would like to thank those who donated food for soups and sides after the stations each Friday, the musicians and all the ministry leaders and volunteers for your extra efforts during this most Holy season. Happy Easter!

Diocesan Council of Catholic Women 43rd Annual Convention

Mary - Sharing Her Gift of Joy April 27-28

Holiday Inn, Panama City

* Prayer & Liturgies * Inspirational Speakers * Fun & Fellowship * Gift Basket Drawing

For more information and to register: Ptdiocese.org/Events Registration or ptdccw.org.

Open Gym Times

If you like to play Basketball, the PLC is open on:

Sunday, April 8: 1 - 4 p.m.

Thursday, April 12: 7 - 9 p.m. Sunday, April 15: 1 - 4 p.m.

NO Pilates on Tuesday, April 10th.

Old Geezer Basketball on Tuesday from 7 - 9 pm.

KNIGHTS’ KNOTESKNIGHTS’ KNOTES

The Knights of Columbus Council #7667 is again offering four $1,500 scholarships to deserving graduating seniors who will be continuing their education at a college or university. Seniors should speak to their high school guidance counselor or visit their high school website for a copy of the application. The application may also be found on the Knights of Columbus Council #7667 website at kofc7667.org under the Scholarship Application section. The deadline for submission is 23 April.

There is babysitting available during the 11:00 a.m. Mass

in room 6 of the RE building.

Sunday May 6, 2018 After the 11:00 a.m. Mass

Mark your calendars for our annual parish picnic on Sunday, May 6th, from 12 noon - 3:30 p.m. The Knights of Columbus will provide the meat, drinks and buns. We ask

you to bring a dish to share: vegetable, salad, casserole,

fruit or dessert. There is a sign up sheet located in the admin lobby of the church. Please sign up with the number attending so that the Knights know how much meat to prepare.

COME AND SEE

Are you curious about sisters? Join us for pizza, prayer and sharing on Friday, April 20 from 5 - 8 p.m. at the Pastoral Center in Pensacola. This is your chance to meet sisters and learn a bit more about religious life. Contact Sister Margaret Kuntz at kuntzm@ptdiocese.org or 850-435-3523. RSVP by Thursday, April 19, 2018.

“Revealed” Steubenville Atlanta, July 6-8, 2018

Every summer we join over 3,000 youth from across the southeast for Steubenville Atlanta. This opportunity is for all high school youth in grades 9-12. The cost is $220 and includes meals while at the conference, travel expenses, hotel room and 2 t-shirts!! It does not include meals to and from conference site and anything bought in the bookstore. A $70 deposit is due by 30 April to reserve a spot! The second payment of $75 is due 30 May and the Final payment of $75 is due by the parent meeting in June (date and time TBD). Space is limited to 24 youth. If you have any questions please visit our website at www.holynameyouth.org/steubenville or contact Aaron at (850)678-7813 or email aslayback@holynamechurch.org.

CRS Rice Bowl

Our community changed lives this Lent, and CRS Rice Bowl wants to say THANK YOU! Don’t forget to turn in your CRS Rice Bowl. Please count the money in your Rice Bowls and make a check payable to HOLY NAME OF

JESUS. Please write “CRS Rice Bowl” in the memo line of the check. Your contributions can be brought to the admin office during normal weekday business hours. Thank you for your generous support.

Mary’s Place Gift ShopMary’s Place Gift Shop

Holy Name of Jesus will celebrate First Holy Communion on Saturday, April 28 and Confirmation on Sunday, April 29. Please check

our gift shop, Mary’s Place, for your gift giving needs. We are located in the admin lobby. Mary’s Place offers a nice selection of rosaries for both boys and girls, photo albums and frames, rosary boxes, crosses, pendants on chains, plus other items. Mary’s Place is open after the Saturday evening Mass and after all the Sunday Masses. Shop early for the best selection.