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The kingdom of heaven is like a

treasure buried in a field.

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OFFICE HOURS Monday—Friday: 9:00am to 4:00pm

MASS HOURS Monday — Friday: 8:15am

Saturday: 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm Sunday: 8:00 & 10:30am, 6:00 pm

CLERGY

Rev. Karl Bergin, Pastor karlbergin@ollmlb.org

Deacon Gary Hessen garyhessen@ollmlb.org

Deacon Arcelio Perez arcelioperez@ollmlb.org

(321) 749-5061

PARISH OFFICE STAFF Patti Eastwood, Office Manager

pattieastwood@ollmlb.org Karen Whelehan, Acct. Mgr.

karenwhelehan@ollmlb.org Rose Lansdon, Accounting Clerk

roselansdon@ollmlb.org

FAITH FORMATION Patty Taylor, Director Religious Ed.

pattytaylor@ollmlb.org Scott Hoey, Youth Director

scotthoey@ollmlb.org

MUSIC & LITURGY James Rossi, Director Music & Liturgy

jamesrossi@ollmlb.org

SCHOOL 420 Fee Avenue

Melbourne, Florida 32901 (321) 723-3631

Website: www.ollmelbourne.org Donnamarie Witherspoon, Principal

witherspoond@ollmelbourne.org

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church | 1626 Oak Street | Melbourne FL 32901 | 321.723.3636 | www.ollmlb.org

Virtue of the Week

Integrity Acting and speaking with honesty and sincerity. It means doing the right thing, even if it is hard, in order to live according to God’s Commandments and the teachings of Jesus.

Let your “yes” mean “yes,” and your “no” mean

“no”. - Matthew 5:37

Spirit of Truth, give me the strength and courage to act

and speak with integrity. May I try each day to be honest,

truthful and dependable. Amen.

Awe and Wonder A good friend, who is Muslim, once asked me about why it is important for Catholics to go to Mass so often. I told him of our desire to know God more fully and to encounter him in scripture and in the real presence of the Eucharist. His response astounded me. He said, if I knew God was going to really be present every time I went to church, I would be there every time on my knees in awe. Wow! Is this how we come to church? God is really here in the scripture and in the Eucharist. Do we think about that? Do we have a spirit of awe and wonder for God’s presence at Mass? Let us always remember to recognize and be moved by God’s real presence at Mass. Then we can say, like the early disciples, ARE NOT OUR HEARTS BURING WITHIN US BECAUSE OF HIS PRESENCE HERE AMONG US.

Attention Liturgical Ministers The new schedule for August 5th to September 24th

may be found on the church website and the schedule

program website. Paper Copies are available in the

Ministries room in the back of church. If you find that

you have been scheduled incorrectly or perhaps are

not scheduled at all, please contact James Rossi by

email at jamesrossi@ollmlb.org or (321) 723-3636.

Attention Extraordinary Ministers of Holy

Communion. There is a meeting for all NEW EMHC’s

on August 17th at 6:30 pm in the Church. There is a

meeting for ALL CURRENT EMHC’s on September 16th

from 10 am to Noon in the Church. Lunch will be

served. THIS IS YOUR RECOMMISSIONING MEETING

since most all commissions expire in 2018. Please plan

to attend!

Gift Bearers and Greeters are now a part of the ministry schedule. Please be sure to check your email for the schedule or pick up one in the Ministries Room. We are still in need of additional volunteers at some of the Masses. Please consider joining a ministry!

Servers . . . There will be a special meeting and luncheon for ALL servers (new and not so new) on Saturday, August 12 from 10:00 to Noon in the Church. Lunch will be provided. There are some new procedures and directions for Servers so PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND!

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Readings for the Week Monday Saint Ignatius of Loyola, Priest Ex 32:15-24, 30-34; Ps 106:19-20, 21-22, 23; Mt 13:31-35 Tuesday Saint Alphonsus Liguori, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Ex 33:7-11; 34:5b-9, 28; Ps 103:6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13;Mt 13:36-43 Wednesday Saint Eusebius of Vercelli, Bishop; Saint Peter Julian Eymard, Priest Ex 34:29-35; Ps 99:5, 6, 7, 9; Mt 13:44-46 Thursday Ex 40:16-21, 34-38; Ps 84:3, 4, 5-6a and 8a, 11; Mt 13:47-53 Friday Saint John Vianney, Priest Lv 23:1, 4-11, 15-16, 27, 34b-37; Ps 81:3-4, 5-6, 10-11ab; Mt 13:54-58 Saturday The Dedication of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major Lv 25:1, 8-17; Ps 67:2-3, 5, 7-8; Mt 14:1-12 Sunday The Transfiguration of the Lord Dn 7:9-10, 13-14; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 9; 2 Pt 1:16-19; Mt 17:1-9

Registration for Religious Education Classes

Pre-K (3 years old) through 8th grade

after all Masses: July 29/30

August 5/6 Online at: www.ollmlb.org

Opening Celebration for all students and families:

Sunday, August 20 Parish Hall

9:00 am – 10:15 am

Welcome back gathering with juice and donuts. Come and see your classroom and meet your catechist!

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) If you have not received all the sacraments of initiation or have an interest in becoming Catholic, come join us in the Ministries Building 6:30-8:00 pm August 3, August 17, August 31, September 14 and September 21, 2017. Sunday by Sunday A time to discuss scripture, enjoy coffee, donuts and fellowship. Come join us in the Ministries Building on

Sunday, 9:00—10:15 a.m. “Lamb of God,” “Bread of Life,” “Body and Blood of Christ” …these are phrases we know from Mass, but do we understand what they mean in the deeper context of Scripture and Catholic Church teaching? The Mystery of the Eucharist with Dr. Brant Pitre Go to: Formed.org and enter Parish Code: 7RWM7V

Baptism Class for parents and godparents:August 22 and August 29

6:30 pm – 8:00 pm in the Ministries Building

To register for class contact: Patty TaylorPhone: 723-3636

Email: pattytaylor@ollmlb.org

Beaders & Crafters!

Learn to Make Rosaries for Friends, Fellow

Parishioners, and the Sick and Homebound They Visit

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2 at 9 am in the Ministries Building No Charge for Materials

RSVP Rose Lansdon at 723-3636 Or Pick Up Free Rosary Kits Anytime to Make at Home!

Parish & School Offices Closed Tuesday, August 1

The church and parish staff will be attending a Staff Retreat on Tuesday, August 1. Both offices will be closed for the day. Please keep the staff in your prayers.

OUR LADY OF LOURDES

CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Challenging the Mind Nourishing the Spirit

Call 723-3631

MissionStatement

“OurLadyofLourdesSchoolexistsasaministryoftheCatholicChurchtoproclaimtheGospelmessage.

RecognizingthateachpersonisauniquecreationofGod,weendeavortoprovideastrongspiritual,academic,and

emotionalfoundationenablingstudentstorealizetheirfullpotential.”

StudentActionCode

“IbelievethatJesusispresentineachofmyclassmatesandinmyteachers,

thereforeallmyactionswillshowrespectforJesus.”

We are now accepting applications for new students. The admission forms are now posted to our website.

Please visit ollmelbourne.org to access these forms. If you have any questions or would like to set up a tour,

please contact the school office.

All registered families making monthly payments MUST sign up for FACTS. Please visit our web page, click on the

link or you can go to www.factsmgt.com. You can also register by calling (866) 441-4637.

Step Up Scholarships are still available. Go to

stepupforstudents.org to apply today.

Save the Date August 4-OLL School Passport Day 9-OLL First Day of School 15—Feast of the Assumption, Holy Day of Obligation 22/29-Baptism Classes 29-Patriotic Rosary, Parish Hall

On the weekend of December 2 & 3, the parish will hold its first Annual Franciscan Nativity Festival. Basically, each family is asked to bring a nativity set to the church that weekend for display and blessing along with a brief note about the set (i.e. what it is made of, where it came from, history, etc.) There will be more details closer to the date. This is a wonderful way for parishioners to share Christmas traditions and beautiful nativity sets!

Mass Intentions Monday, July 31 8:15 am + Jack Vitale + Vera Robichau

Tuesday, August 1 8:15 am Bryant Beers Christopher Barker

Wednesday, August 2 8:15 am + Kim O’Brien + Evelyn Turner

Thursday, August 3 8:15 am John and Elizabeth Beers + Betty Larkin

Friday, August 4 8:15 am + Patrick Kennedy + Margaret Klenck Saturday, August 5

4:00 pm + Margaret and +Thomas Kennedy + Ella and +Dan Hennessy 6:00 pm Pepita and Luis Garcia German Florez Henao

Sunday, August 6 8:00 am + Robert Frazier + Dennis Jeanfreau 10:30 am PEOPLE OF THE PARISH 6:00 pm + Kathleen Clark + Elijah Sample

Caridades Católicas de la Florida Central ofrece asistencia legal de inmigración en Palm Bay

La oficina de Servicios Legales de Inmigración de Caridades Católicas de la Florida Central provee servicios de inmigración a bajo costo tales como: consultas, preparación de solicitudes de inmigración y representación legal entre otros. Nuestro objetivo es asegurarnos que todas las personas y familias tengan acceso a servicios profesionales de inmigración de manera asequible. Las citas están disponibles dos veces al mes con nuestros abogados y/o representantes acreditados en la Iglesia Católica Nuestra Señora de la Gracia (300 Malabar Rd SE, Palm Bay) puede programar su cita por el correo electrónico legalservices@cflcc.org, o visitando http://cflcc.org/legal-immigration-services, o llamando al 407-658-0110.

Temor y maravilla Un buen amigo, que es musulmán, me preguntó una vez por qué es importante que los Católicos vayan tan a menudo a misa. Le dije sobre nuestro deseo de conocer a Dios más plenamente y encontrarlo en las Escrituras y en la presencia real en la Eucaristía. Su respuesta me sorprendió. Dijo, "si yo supiera que Dios iba a estar realmente presente cada vez que iba a la iglesia, estaría allí cada vez en mis rodillas y con temor". ¡Guauu! ¿Es así como venimos a la iglesia? Dios está realmente aquí en la Escritura y en la Eucaristía. ¿Pensamos en eso? ¿Tenemos un espíritu de admiración y asombro por la presencia de Dios en la Misa? Permitamonos siempre reconocer y ser movidos por la presencia real de Dios en la Misa. Entonces podemos decir, al igual que los primeros discípulos, NUESTROS CORAZONES ARDIAN EN NOSOTROS POR SU PRESENCIA ENTRE NOSOTROS.

Ricón de la

Liturgia

Lecturas por la Semana Lunes San Ignacio de Loyola, presbítero Ex 32, 15-24. 30-34; Sal 105, 19-20. 21-22. 23; Mt 13, 31-35 Martes San Alfonso María de Ligorio, obispo y doctor de la Iglesia Ex 33, 7-11; 34, 5-9. 28; Sal 102, 6-7. 8-9. 10-11. 12-13;Mt 13, 36-43 Miércoles San Eusebio de Vercelli, obispo; San Pedro Julián Eymard, presbítero Ex 34, 29-35; Sal 98, 5. 6. 7. 9; Mt 13, 44-46 Jueves Ex 40, 16-21. 34-38; Sal 83, 3. 4. 5-6a y 8a. 11; Mt 13, 47-53 Viernes San Juan Vianney, presbítero Lev 23, 1. 4-11. 15-16. 27. 34-37; Sal 80, 3-4, 5-6ab. 10-11ab; Mt 13, 54-58 Sábado La Dedicación de la Basílica de Santa María la Mayor Lev 25, 1. 8-17; Sal 66, 2-3. 5. 7-8; Mt 14, 1-12 Domingo La Transfiguración del Señor Dn 7, 9-10. 13-14; Sal 96, 1-2. 5-6. 9; 2 Ped 1, 16-19; Mt 17, 1-9

El fin de semana del 2 y 3 de diciembre, la parroquia celebrará su primer Festival Anual de la Natividad Franciscana. Básicamente, a cada familia se le pide que traiga un pesebre de natividad a la iglesia ese fin de semana para que muestre y bendiga junto con una breve nota sobre el conjunto (es decir, de qué está hecho, de dónde vino, la historia, etc.). Habrá más Detalles más cercanos a la fecha. ¡Esta es una manera maravillosa para que los feligreses compartan tradiciones navideñas y hermosos pesebre de natividad!

Bulletin Deadline - Articles for the bulletin must be received no later than the Friday, one week prior to the bulletin print date.

GOAL $113,698 Raised to date: $114,627 Over/Under Goal ( $ 929) Number of Families: 1999 # of gifts: 400 % Participation: 20%

Bullying: What Parents, Teachers Can Do to Stop It Questions for bullying expert Susan Swearer, PhD Excerpt below - full text and resources at: http://www.apa.org/pi/families/resources/abuse.aspx Q: How is the growth of social media, such as Facebook affecting bullying? A: Technology has definitely impacted bullying. What used to be a face-to-face encounter that occurred in specific locations is now able to occur 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Technology—computers, cell phones and social networking sites -- are all conditions that allow bullying to occur. One way to protect our children is to limit and/or monitor their use of this technology. I ask parents, “Would you let your 12-year-old daughter walk alone down a dark alley?” Obviously, the answer is “no.” The follow-up question is, “Then why would you let your 12-year-old daughter be on the computer or be texting unmonitored?”

This Week in Our Parish 31 9:00 am Temple Tenders, Church

1 7:00 pm Spanish Prayer Group, Hall

7:00 pm Women’s Ultreya, Min. Bldg.

2 9:00 am—5:45 pm Adoration, Church

9:00 am Rosary Making Wksp, Min. Bldg. 5:45 pm Benediction, Church 7:00 pm Women’s Ultreya, Min. Bldg.

3 6:30 pm RCIA, Min. Bldg.

6:30 pm Sacristan Meeting, Min. Bldg.

4 9:00 am Temple Tenders, Church

3:00 pm OLL School Passport Day, Hall 7:00 pm Spanish Communion Svc, Church

5 3:00 pm Confessions, Church

6 9:00 am Sunday by Sunday, Min. Bldg.

4:15 pm Choir Rehearsal for Sunday Evening 6:00 pm Mass, Church