Welcome to the Diocese of Orlando Communications and Announcements section. This page is provided for the convenience of bulletin editors, pastors and other parish/school leaders so they can communicate information from the offices and ministries of the Diocese, to their audiences through weekly parish print and electronic bulletins, website, social media and newsletters. Check back weekly since new information will be added on a regular basis.
If you have questions about the information below, please contact the person listed at the end of the bulletin announcement. If you find that there is incorrect information, please contact Glenda Meekins at 407-246-4808 or gmeekins@orlandodiocese.org. Thank you for your support of Diocesan ministries and programs.
Events with Bishop Noonan
Corpus Christi Procession, June 23
Bishop John Noonan invites you to pray, sing and reflect on the Mystery of the Most Holy Eucharist at the Corpus Christi Procession, Sunday, June 23, 6-7 p.m., at St. James Cathedral, 215 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. Procession will start after the 5 p.m. Mass. Bishop Noonan and participants will pray at Eucharistic altars of repose which highlight the music and traditions of various ethnic communities in the diocese. This will be a joyous celebration that will unite our Catholic community as we publicly express our faith in the Eucharist, the Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ. In the Eucharist, our Holy God draws close to us.
Diocesan Announcements
Mental Health First Aid classes, June
Sometimes first aid isn’t a bandage or CPR. Sometimes, first aid is YOU. A person you know could be experiencing a mental health or substance use problem. Learn how to help a friend, family member, coworker or neighbor in need. Catholic Charities of Central Florida is hosting a new two-day Mental Health First Aid Training! **You must attend both parts to receive your certificate.** All training will be at 1819 N. Semoran Blvd., Orlando, FL 32807. Cost is $30 and covers course materials and refreshments. Payment can be made in cash or by check made out to Catholic Charities of Central Florida the day of the training. To register: Contact Ms. Kyle Osborn kosborn@cflcc.org or 407-969-8534 OR register online and enter your Course ID.
Youth Mental Health First Aid on June 25 & 27
Part One: 6/25 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM and Part Two: 6/27 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Course ID 00125215
Contemplative Retreat, July 26-28
Discover new ways to pray, read, meditate, and bring new life in order to sustain a contemplative life and intimacy with the Lord. The retreat will explore Lectio Divina, Silent Contemplation, Centering Prayer, Examen and Taize Prayer. Retreat will be led by Fr. John Vianney, TOR, at San Pedro Spiritual Development Center, 2400 Dike Rd., Winter Park beginning Friday, July 26, 4 p.m. through Sunday, July 28, 11 a.m. Call 407-671-6322 or go to sanpedrocenter.org
Become a Catholic Volunteer
Catholic Volunteers in Florida is accepting applications for a year of full-time service beginning August 2019. Applicants should have college degree or equivalent life experience, and a heart for serving marginalized communities in Florida or the Dominican Republic. Volunteers serve in teaching, community development, special education, social work, youth programs, immigration and legal services, and more. Benefits include housing, health insurance, monthly living stipend, quarterly retreats, leadership training, and AmeriCorps Education Award for qualifying positions. Apply now at cvif.org.
San Pedro Summer Camp Dates 2019
Registration is open for San Pedro Summer Camps. At San Pedro Summer Camp, campers trade the distractions of daily life (and technology) for a week of faith, friends and fun! Our summer camps offer youth the opportunity to encounter Christ and discover God’s transformative love through the sacraments and prayer. At the same time, they build lifelong friendships, as they participate in an array of group activities, such as our low ropes course, archery, giant slip and slide, arts and crafts, and silly skits. This summer, come to San Pedro Summer Camp and be transformed by faith, friends and fun!
There is a $50 non-refundable deposit to register your camper.
June 23-28, 2019 Middle School Overnight 2 (Entering Grades 6-8)
July 7-12, 2019 Elementary School Overnight (Entering Grades 3-5)
July 14-19, 2019 Middle School Overnight 3 (Entering Grades 6-8)
July 22-26, 2019 Day Camp 2 (Entering Grades 1-8)
http://app.campdoc.com/register/sanpedro
Calling all dentists and dental hygienists:
Newly opened Lazarus Dental Clinic
The newly opened Lazarus Free Dental Clinic at St. Paul’s Parish in Leesburg is looking for volunteer dentists and dental hygienists. Join a team of dedicated people helping our neighbors in need! If interested, please contact Myrta Aviles at 352-748-4567.
Orlando Liturgical Conference, August 22-24
Liturgy in Action: Crossing the Threshold, the 2019 Orlando Liturgical Conference, will explore how encountering Christ through the progression of the Mass leads to thresholds of transformation, inspiring us to become missionary disciples. Open to all clergy, music directors, liturgy directors, cantors, lectors, choir members, liturgy team members, art and environment team members, sacristans, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, and hospitality team members. Christine Shields, cshields@orlandodiocese.org, 407-246-4860, or www.orlandoliturgicalconference.org
Dates: Thursday, Aug. 22, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Friday, Aug. 23, 8 a.m.-5:15 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Location: Hilton Orlando, 6001 Destination Pkwy., Orlando.
Florida Catholic newspaper: Because the TRUTH matters!
Can you find the truth online? You can, if you subscribe to the Florida Catholic e-Edition. For $20 a year, receive our e-Edition and get all three diocesan editions of the newspaper on your PC or tablet. Subscribe toll free at 1-888-275-9953, or visit us at www.thefloridacatholic.org for you or for a gift subscription. Prefer our paper delivery? Get 24 issues of the Florida Catholic delivered to your home for $26 a year. Any level of donation support is appreciated for our ministry of Catholic news and the truth. Visit www.thefloridacatholic.org, or call toll free 1-888-275-9953.
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Lazarus Clinic needs receptionist
The Lazarus Free Medical Clinic in Wildwood is looking for a volunteer receptionist to help answer and return calls, schedule patient appointments, confirm volunteer schedules and other clerical work. Bi-lingual needed. Join a team of dedicated people helping our neighbors in need! If interested, please contact Myrta Aviles at 352-748-4567.
Notre Dame AmeriCorps service openings
Notre Dame AmeriCorps, based at Hope CommUnity Center in Apopka, seeks people to serve in low-income communities of immigrants, people of color and working poor. Volunteers gain skills, earn a living allowance (about $900/month) for 11 months of service, receive an education award of nearly $6,000 with successful completion of the contract, health insurance and child care subsidy if income eligible. Education and social justice-related positions. Bilingual English/Spanish helpful, but not essential. Service term runs September 2019-July 2020. Requires 35-40 hours a week. Accepting applications now. Laura Firtel, 407-484-7736; 407-880-4673, ext. 231; lfirtel@hcc-offm.org. Learn more and/or apply: www.ndmva.org
Our Catholic Appeal
To assist parishes with their Our Catholic Appeal collection, we have provided various announcements. Some are general and can be used at any time, others are date specific such as Prayer for Vocations Week, and World Day of Peace. We pray that these might assist you.
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Legal Immigration Assistance Available in Polk County
Catholic Charities of Central Florida is provides Legal Immigration Services in Polk County. Family-based services include consultations, preparation of immigration applications, and legal representation. The goal is to ensure that all individuals and families have access to affordable and professional legal immigration services. Appointments are available with case managers at our Lakeland office (801 Florida Ave. S., Lakeland) by appointment only. To make an appointment, email legalservices@cflcc.org or call (863) 686-7153. For more information visit http://cflcc.org/legal-immigration-services.
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Considering Adoption? Catholic Charities Can Help!
For the life of your precious baby, consider adoption and Catholic Charities can help. Adoption counselors from Catholic Charities of Central Florida help birth mothers who are experiencing an unexpected pregnancy and are seeking life for their child.
We provide caring, nonjudgmental and loving support to educate birth mothers about the adoption process and to honor their requests regarding the many options that are available for open and closed adoptions.
Our adoption counselors are licensed counselors with extensive training on the adoption process. We travel throughout the nine counties of the Central Florida. For more information, call: 866-973-8638 or visit http://ccadoptfl.org/
Opportunities for Mercy
St. Vincent de Paul Orlando Needs You – Great service hours!
Volunteer opportunities are available in our stores and food pantries – great for young people needing community service hours! Continues through the end of July. Check us out at svdporlando.org.
Donations needed for Agape Mission Markets – Orlando and Lake Wales
Catholic Charities’ Agape Mission Markets in Orlando and Lake Wales need donations. Please consider donating personal care items such as: tooth brushes, toothpaste, mouthwash, floss, hand soap, body wash, shampoo/conditioner, deodorant, feminine care products, toilet paper, diapers and baby wipes. Many of these items can be found in the travel aisle of your local Target, Publix or Walmart. Agape Mission Market, 1771 N. Semoran Blvd., Orlando. Donations accepted Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 407-658-1818, ext. 2335 and Agape Mission Market, 644 S 9th St, Lake Wales on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9-11 a.m. and 12-4 p.m. and Fridays, 5-7 p.m. 863-676-1556.
Agape Mission Markets in Orlando and Lake Wales need volunteers
Catholic Charities of Central Florida is looking for hospitality volunteers to staff the front desk of their Mission Market (formerly the food pantry) in Orlando. Volunteers are needed 3-4 hours each week to greet guests, gather food bags, organize the reception area and restock the front counter.
The markets are also looking for individuals or groups (maximum of five) to sort and stock food donations.
-Volunteer shifts in Orlando are at 1771 N. Semoran Boulevard, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 407-658-1818 ext. 2335.
-Volunteer shifts in Lake Wales are at 644 S. 9th St., on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9-11 a.m. and 12-4 p.m. and Fridays, 5-7 p.m. 863-676-1556.
Donate to St. Vincent de Paul Orlando
Help us help others! You can make a difference by donating or shopping at any St. Vincent de Paul Orlando Thrift Store. Your donations allow us to provide furniture and furnishings at no cost to families in need and your purchases provide us the resources to help keep the lights on and people in their homes. Check us out at www.svdporlando.org. To make a tax-deductible donation of large furniture or appliances that help people in need, call our Donation Hotline at 888-986-4483.
Car Donations Help Those in Need
That old clunker sitting in the garage helps St. Vincent de Paul Society of Orlando help others. Donating your vehicle is simple; the pick-up is free and we provide a tax receipt. Please contact us now: 800.322.8284 or visit svdporlando.org
Be a mentor. Change a life.
Catholic Charities of Central Florida Refugee Youth Services Program is seeking adults to serve as mentors for refugee children. Many of the children we serve have suffered traumatic violence, loss of family and friends, war, and life in a refugee camp. They need your help.
Mentors help our youth with: learning English, understanding homework assignments, and making sense of a new culture. But most of all, mentors are a caring friend and positive role model.
Mentor Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old, participate in mentor training and safe environment training, background check and commit to volunteer at least three hours per week.
Sign-up to make a difference today! Contact Jacob: Jacob.miller@cflcc.org, 410-218-4041.
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Medical Clinics need volunteers
Catholic Charities of Central Florida is seeking MDs, PAs, RNs, OBGYNs, EKG Technicians, endocrinologists, orthopedic surgeons, certified health educators, general and nurse practitioners to volunteer at the Lazarus Free Medical Clinic located at the San Pedro de Jesus Maldonado Mission in Wildwood, Monday through Thursday.
Please help us to bring forth God’s mercy to those who are ill and are struggling financially. Our clients are uninsured and living at 200% or below the poverty level. To learn more about serving at the Lazarus Free Medical Clinic, please contact Myrta.Aviles@cflcc.org. Two other clinics also seek volunteers: St. Luke Free Medical and Dental Clinic in Eustis, contact Erin.Burley@cflcc.org and St. Thomas Free Medical Clinic in St. Cloud or Kelly.Bender@cflcc.org.
Volunteers are needed to help prevent Homelessness
Clerical and administrative volunteers are needed in Catholic Charities of Central Florida’s Family Stability Program in Orlando, Winter Haven, Cocoa and Indialantic. Volunteers help with a variety of areas that can range from answering phones, greeting guests, scheduling appointments, operating copy machines, assisting with data entry, copying, filing and organization. Volunteer hours range between 9 am and 4pm Monday-Friday.
For more information visit cflcc.org/volunteer/.
Volunteers Needed at the JMJ Pregnancy Center
Do you have a passion for helping women and babies in need? JMJ Pregnancy Centers are looking for volunteer ultrasound technicians. Bilingual is a plus! Must be a Certified Ultrasound Technician proficient in abdominal ultrasound imaging and measurements. Visit jmjpc.org or email info@jmjpc.org.
Communications
New app puts faith at your fingertips
The newly redesigned Faith Fit app puts prayers, spiritual reflections, videos, podcasts and the latest news from the Diocese of Orlando right at your fingertips. Search “Faith Fit App” in the Google Play or App Store and download it today! If you previously had the older Faith Fit app, please delete it and download our newest version.
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