From the Pastor's Desk

Thursday, October 7, 2021

Dear Friends:

“Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths.” Last Sunday, we started the new liturgical year by displaying the symbols of Advent such as dressing the altar with violet tablecloth, blessing and lighting the Advent wreath. The circle of the wreath, which has no beginning or end, symbolizes eternity of God, the immortality of the soul, and the everlasting life we find in Christ. Hence, we enter this new season of penance and preparation for the celebration of the incarnation of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, the light of the world. Our hearts are longing for encounter with Jesus in a new way this Christmas.

As the light is progressively invading the Church as we lit the second candle of Advent this Sunday, our hearts are yearning for Jesus, for his love, his mercy, his peace and his joy. In other words, the true desire of our hearts is to encounter Jesus in a new way this Christmas. Are you ready to respond to the invitation of John the Baptism in this Sunday’s gospel to prepare the way of the Lord. As the gospel says: “A voice of one crying out in the desert: “Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths. Every valley shall be filled and every mountain and hill shall be made low.”(Lk3:4-5).

Therefore, we are invited to enter into a personal journey with the Lord during this Advent season. Each one of us is called to look into his heart to see what are the mountain and hills that need to be levelled. In other words, what are the passions and false desires that prevent Jesus to make his way into your heart. Are you humble enough to turn to Jesus and beg for his forgiveness and his healing grace through the sacrament of the reconciliation this Advent. As Saint Augustin wrote in his book ”the Confessions of St. Augustine:” Our hearts were made for thee oh Lord and they are restless until they rest in thee” We hope and pray that your heart may find its joy in the New Born King of Bethlehem this Christmas for He is Emmanuel. Have a blessed Sunday!

- Fr. Jean Jadotte

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Avent Day of Reflection

Thursday, November 18, 2021

Tuesday, Dec 7th - Avent Day of Reflection with Fr. David G. Caron.

We’ll offer confessions at 5:30pm and a presentation at 6:00pm. The theme will be “The Visitation of Mary and her cousin Elizabeth: Encountering Jesus, Witnessing with Joy. “ This down-to-earth reflection will bring the insights from prayer, scripture, song and silence into everyday life in a thought provoking and lasting way. Please come! Everyone is welcome.

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Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Thursday, November 18, 2021

Wednesday, Dec 8th - Feast of the Immaculate Conception; a Holy Day of Obligation.

We’ll we offer 2 Masses (8:30 am & 5:30 pm) with a procession to the Grotto with flowers. Please bring your own flowers to bless and to place at the top of the Grotto. Thank you for your participation.

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Christ Child Tea Party - December 13th

Thursday, October 21, 2021

The Woman’s Club will host “Christ Child Tea” at 12:00pm (Noon) in the Parish Hall.

We hope you will be able to attend the luncheon and help us get back on track with activities planned for our Church. Thank you.

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021

19th December, 2021 at 5:00 pm.

St. PiusX Roman Catholic Church, Fort Laudadale.

• Admission: General Admission $35.00.
• Open Seating Plan.

Limited Seat Available (All COVID19 Protocols will be Strictly Observed).

For Bookings and Tickets visit our website or the Parish Office Mon. - Fri. between 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | Call: 954-584-1763.

www.eventbrite.com

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Christmas Concert with John Thomas

Thursday, November 18, 2021

Sunday, Dec 19th - Christmas Concert with John Thomas and other professional musicians.

The cost of the tickets are $35 p/p www.eventbrite.com,or you may call the rectory.

Please be sure to check out the flyers posted at the entrances of the church for more information on this fun event. Thank you for your collaboration and cooperation.

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Join us and be part of the Synodal Process!

Friday, November 12, 2021

All are invited to attend a Synod consultive “listening” session at St. Pius X Church. You Do not need to be a parishioner to attend. Please sign-up for a session at the Church after each Mass or RSVP the Parish office (office@stpiusxfl.org) or call (954-564-1763).

The sessions dates are:

• Tuesday, Nov 30, 2021, from 9:30 am - 11:00 am.
• Thursday, Dec 2, 2021, from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm and.
• Saturday, Dec 4, 2021, from 10:00 am - 11:30 am.

No sessions on Thanksgiving week.

XVI Synod of Bishops

Consultive Questionnaire - Individual Responses.

Please provide responses no later than December 15, 2021.

Recently, Pope Francis announced that there would be a worldwide synod exploring ways in which the universal church can improve its ability to listen to the faithful. The theme for the synod is, “For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation and Mission.” The Holy Spirit continues to guide the church as he has guided her in the upper room at Pentecost. Pope Francis reminds us that we must continue to reflect on our life and mission so to better impact the world and increase our ability to encounter Christ. Your participation and input are a necessary and vital piece to this process.

Throughout the Archdiocese of Miami, people will be asked to respond to certain questions which are meant to help us discern as a local Church God’s will and to pursue the pathways to deeper communion, fuller participation, and greater openness to fulfilling our mission in the world. We are looking for feedback from as many people possible. This includes former and non-active Catholics.

Attached are those questions. Please take some time fill out this questionnaire. Feel free to make copies and share with friends and family. You can return these questionnaires 3 ways. In-Person or By regular mail to the Parish Office 2500 NE 33rd Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305; By Email to: office@stpiusxfl.org; Or drop off at the church during mass times.

Thank you.
St. Pius X Synod Committee

Questions

• What fills you with joy about the Catholic Church? What causes you concern about the Catholic Church?
• Are you encouraged to speak up courageously and responsibly about challenges and concerns? Do you feel heard? Do you listen to the voices of others? How can we create greater opportunities for people to be heard in Church and in the public square?
• What type of support do you need to grow in your personal relationship with Jesus and His Church? What type of support do you need to help others to enter into a personal relationship with Jesus and His Church? How can the Catholic Church accompany and support you with these?

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Prayer Request

Tuesday, June 23, 2020

Mike Atto, Steven Whalen, Maureen Stout, Rosa Maria Santos, Angela Hoey, Joseph Montemarano, Carol Neag, Valeria Catrambo, Benjamin Grudzien, Kate Long, Quinn Fonzo, Brook Nickerson, Frances Custer, Nancy Jimenez, Kenny Suppa, Nick Williams, Patsy Hofer, Linda Jackson, Shane O’Connell, Brenda Reilly, Theresa Benditt, Jose Uña, Dawn & Kaitlin Ward, Kevin P. Carney, Emily A. Slaughter and Bill Fleckenstein.

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Sanctuary Lamp

Tuesday, June 30, 2020

You may have the sanctuary lamp memorialized for either a sick person, a deceased loved one, or a special intention for a weekly donation of $10.00.

Please visit the office to reserve a special date. Thank you for your support.

The Sanctuary Lamp will burn this week in the Church for the intention of Parish Community and in the Chapel for the intention of the Parish Community.

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Food Bank

Thursday, July 23, 2020

Our local St. Vincent de Paul FOOD BANK is in need of non-perishable foods to serve the hungry. Bring items to the baskets in the church.

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Remember Your Offering

Wednesday, September 22, 2021

November 20-21, 2021

• 1st Collection: $3,828.00.
• 2 nd Collection: $ 989.00.
• Online Giving: $ 615.00.
• Votive Candles: $ 221.89.

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Brick Garden News

Tuesday, June 30, 2020

Looking for an anniversary present?

Want to help remember your family or friends?

St. Pius X brick garden is a beautiful way to mark a special occasion or leave a lasting memory of a loved one.

Please note: brick order forms are now available online as well as in the office.

For more information, please call Barbara Scerbo at (954) 563-3735.

Click here to download the form >>

Thanks for the support.

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Wednesday, July 1, 2020

We pray for the living and deceased members of our armed forces:

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Friday, October 29, 2021

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