Dear Family of St. Paul the Apostle,
Receive a cordial greeting in the love of our Lord Jesus Christ and the Blessed Virgin. Through this means, I want to express that this will be the last time I address you in this manner. I do it with a heart full of gratitude and beautiful memories for everything we have experienced as a family of faith during these fourteen years. I wish to deeply thank you for the beautiful farewell you gave me last week. It was lovely, but at the same time painful, to have been able to share with you that beautiful gesture of love, where in every word and detail I could see and feel your affection and affection with this unworthy
servant of yours. Thank you for your generosity, for the sincere love you showed me during these fourteen years, and for the kindness with which you always welcomed me. I have been greatly blessed by the privilege of having been able to walk alongside you during this time. Even though our paths may take different directions, I want you to know that I will always carry you in my heart and in my prayers, especially during the consecration where I will ask God and the Blessed Virgin to continue pouring abundant blessings on you and your loved ones. I hope to be in your prayers as well, so that I can fulfill the mission that God and the Virgin are entrusting to me please do not leave me out of your prayers. Thank you for all the love, for your patience, and for
the care you offered me. Remember that you will always be in my prayers, in my heart, and that you are loved very much.
Note: Whatever I can do for you, I will do with love. My number will not change.

Reflection: This Sunday’s readings invite us to ask ourselves what place Christ occupies in our lives. In the Gospel, Jesus speaks challenging words: “Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me.” It is not about despising the family or human affections but recognizing that God
must come first. When Christ is at the center, we learn to love others better. He also tells us that whoever welcomes a prophet, a righteous person, or even gives a cup of water to one of the little ones, will not go unrewarded. God values simple acts done with love. Many times, we think that to follow Christ we must do extraordinary things, but the Lord shows us that holiness starts in the small details of everyday life. The first reading introduces the woman from Shumen, who generously welcomes the prophet Elisha. Her hospitality is born of faith and the ability to recognize the presence of God
in anyone who comes to her home. As a reward, she receives the gift of a son. This scene reminds us that every act of welcome and service has immense value before God, and that He knows how to appreciate all the good we do.
Homework: What place does God have in my life, and what do I do for others?

Gracious and loving Father,
We thank you for the gift of Father Fabio and the time we have shared. We are grateful for his faithful service, his spiritual guidance, and the love he has poured into our community. As he prepares to leave, we ask You to bless his new journey. Guide his steps, grant him peace, and continue to use him as an
instrument of Your grace.
May Your Holy Spirit always surround him.
In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

Thank you to everyone who has already made a donation or pledge to the Annual Appeal. Your generosity is helping us move closer to our goal every day. Let’s work together to complete this campaign soon as your gift has a direct impact in the Archdiocese.
Gracias a todos los que ya han hecho una donación o compromiso para la Campaña Anual. Su generosidad nos está ayudando a acercarnos a nuestra meta cada día. Trabajemos juntos para completar esta campaña pronto, ya que su regalo tiene un impacto directo en la Arquidiócesis.

The parish office will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of
Independence Day. It will reopen on Tuesday, July 7 at 9:00 AM. We wish
you a safe and wonderful holiday weekend.
La oficina parroquial estará cerrada el viernes 3 de julio por la celebración
del Día de la Independencia. Reabrirá el martes 7 de julio a las 9:00 AM. Les
deseamos un fin de semana largo seguro y maravilloso.

Knights of Columbus Members – July Meeting Reminders

Monday, July 6 – 6pm Officers’ Meeting. At 6:30pm Dinner is Served and 7pm the Regular Council Meeting will begin in the Parish Hall. Contact Grand Knight Steven Watkins at 727-527-0390 for information.

Saturday, July 11 – 6pm Installation of New Officers (immediately following the 5pm Mass.) The new officers for the 2026-2027 year will be installed. Wives and families of the incoming officers should attend this important event as they have a part in the ceremony. Other Knights along with their wives/girlfriends are also encouraged to attend. There will be beverages and light refreshments.

Miembros de los Caballeros de Colón – Recordatorios de la reunión de julio

Lunes 6 de julio – 18:00 Reunión de oficiales. A las 18:30 se sirve la cena y a las 19:00 comenzará la reunión ordinaria del Consejo en el Salón Parroquial. Contacta con el Gran Caballero Steven Watkins en el 727-527-0390 para más información.

Sábado, 11 de julio – 18:00 horas Instalación de nuevos oficiales (inmediatamente después de la misa de las 17:00). Se instalarán los nuevos cargos para el año 2026-2027. Las esposas y familias de los oficiales entrantes deben asistir a este importante evento, ya que participan en la ceremonia. También se anima a otros caballeros, junto con sus esposas/novias, a asistir. Habrá bebidas y refrescos ligeros.

Congratulations to the Incoming Knights of Columbus Officers
Enhorabuena a los oficiales entrantes de los Caballeros de Colón
July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027
Grand Knight – Steve Watkins
Deputy Grand Knight – PJ Campanella
Chancellor – Kyle Brown
Recorder – Travis Mullis
Financial Secretary – Greg Vitek
Treasurer – Paul Sherman
Advocate – Lester Rudin
Warden – Keith Shollenbarger
Inside Guard – George Vaillant
Outside Guard – Juan Gutierrez
Trustees – Bernhard Purk, Robert Morgan, Greg Skinner
Lecturer – Derek Sargent