The Legion of Mary invites you to pray the Rosary on Saturday, October 12th at 12:00 Noon, outside the church, in front of the grotto of the Virgin Mary.

Rezo del Santo Rosario

La Legion de Maria Rosa Mistica les invita al Rezo del Santo Rosario todos los primeros Sábados del més.

Respect Life Sunday

Sunday, October 6th - The Catholic Church considers this Sunday as both of the following: World Communion Sunday (Respect Life Sunday).

Please let’s respect life and vote No on Amendment #4.

Ballot Title:
Amendment to Limit Government Interference with Abortion

Ballot Summary:
No law shall prohibit, penalize, delay, or restrict abortion before viability or when necessary to protect the patient’s health, as determined by the patient’s healthcare provider.

Why Floridians Should Vote NO on Amendment 4:
Amendment 4 would enshrine UNREGULATED ABORTION in our state constitution, making Florida one of the most pro-abortion states in the nation. The amendment language is misleading, and its proposed outcomes are dangerous.

• Puts women at risk:
  Amendment 4 would jeopardize existing laws & prohibit new ones that voters on both sides of the abortion issue support, including health and safety laws that protect women.
• Allows second and third trimester abortions:
  Though not defined in the amendment, “viability” is define in Florida law as the stage of development when the life of a fetus is sustainable outside the womb, generally accepted to be 22-24 weeks of pregnancy, or about 6 months.
• Creates a broad “health” loophole:
  “Patient’s health” is not defined in the amendment, allowing post-viability, extremely late-term abortions for treatable, temporary health concerns. Emotional health would justify an abortion when a child could survive outside the womb.
• Weakens Medical Doctor Requirement:
  “Healthcare providers” - not just physicians could determine if an abortion is “necessary” to protect the mother’s “health.” Even some employees of abortion clinics, such as nurses and counselors, could approve late-term abortions.
• Eliminates parental consent:
  While preserving parental notification in our state constitution, the amendment would invalidate the current law that requires parental consent for a minor to have an abortion, making abortion the only medical decision for which parents have no say.

Vote NO on 4

Amendment 4 is a proposed amendment to the Florida Constitution that would essentially establish an unlimited right to abortion throughout pregnancy even when the heartbeat of the preborn child is detected, when the preborn child can experience pain, and when the child is capable of living outside the womb.

Amendment 4 will appear on the November 5, 2024, ballot and require approval from 60% of the electorate to pass.

We urge all parishes, schools, families, ministries, and individual Catholics to encourage voters to join in our opposition and reject this extreme and ill-conceived proposition.

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Upcoming Events

The Archdiocese will be hosting a few events on the months prior to the Elections to spread the word in our advocacy efforts opposing Amendment 4.

• Download the Flyer
• View on the ADOM website

Read more on the Archdiocese of Miami Website:

• Archbishop Thomas Wenski Statement (English) (Español)
• Behind the Scenes on Amendment 4 Campaign
• Public Resources
  Please share these resources with your friends and family.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami Inc. announced a relief fund to support those affected by Hurricane Helene. Catholic Charities is currently accepting monetary donations through its secure website.

To donate visit www.ccadm.org.

One hundred percent of all funds received will be directed to providing humanitarian relief and assistance to those affected by the hurricane. “I pray for the safety and well-being of everyone in the path of Hurricane Helene,” said Archbishop Thomas Wenski.

The Pontifical Choir will sing for major liturgical celebrations in the life of the archdiocese celebrated by the Archbishop of Miami in his Cathedral-Church and elsewhere. These include Chrism Mass, ordinations of deacons, priests, and bishops, the Rite of Election, the Rite of Reception, the annual Wedding Anniversary Mass, and the Archbishop’s Thanks-for-Giving Mass. The liturgical obligations of the choir are such that they will not interfere with a chorister’s participation in their parish’s music program. Most liturgies are on Saturday mornings or Sunday afternoons at the Cathedral of Saint Mary in Miami.

Membership in the choir is open to organists, choir directors, canters, and other singers from throughout the three-county area of the archdiocese. The ability to read music, though recommended is not required. Only a simple placement audition and the ability to commit to the rehearsal schedule is necessary. Regular rehearsals, beginning in September, will be on Saturday mornings, approximately twice monthly at the cathedral.

For further information or to schedule a placement audition, email Max Tenney, Archdiocesan Director of Sacred Music at mtenny@theadom.org

Catholic Hospice

The Volunteer Services Department offers an array of volunteer opportunities for individuals like you looking to join an organization committed to providing care to vulnerable populations.

By volunteering with us, you can choose to join our many special programs:

• Companion Care,
• Acts of Kindness Project,
• Camp Erin,
• We Honor Veterans,
• Pet Peace of Mind and more!

For information, email: volunteerservices@catholichospice.org

Office of Detention Ministry

The Office of Detention Ministry of the Archdiocese of Miami is looking for priests and lay volunteers for one of thirty correctional facilities in Miami-Dade.

For more information, please email Deacon Edgardo Farias at efarias@theadom.org or visit https://detentionministry.org

Pregnancy Help Center

The Respect Life Pregnancy Help Centers of the Archdiocese of Miami are looking for volunteers at our three locations. We have two in Broward County and one in Miami-Dade County.

There are plenty of ways to serve if you feel called to do so: office duties, such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, counseling clients, organizing baby clothes, and other donations are among some of the ways you can help.

Apply at: www.respectlifemiami.org/volunteer

Wednesday, October 9th, we celebrate the following two saints:

• Saint Dennis (Also called Dionysius) was the first bishop of Paris. He is a martyr and also is the patron saint of specifically, Paris, and France, as a whole.
• Saint John Leonardi founded the Congregation of Clerics Regular of the Mother of God, today numbering about 115 members; he formed the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, and published a compendium of Christian doctrine in use until the 19th century; with Philip Neri, Saint John co-founded the Collegio Urbano in Rome. In addition, Saint John trained priests for foreign missions.

Saturday, October 5, 2024

• 4:00 pm - Fr. Govin

Sunday, October 6, 2024

• 8:30 am - Fr. Hoyer
• 10:00 am - Fr. Jude
• 11:30 am - Fr. Govin
• 1:00 pm - Fr. Victor Garcia

Saturday, October 12, 2024

• 4:00 pm - Fr. Govin

Sunday, October 13, 2024

• 8:30 am - Fr. Hoyer
• 10:00 am - Fr. Govin
• 11:30 am - Fr. Govin
• 1:00 pm - Fr. Victor Garcia

This Celebrant schedule may change due to unforeseen circumstances.

The Archdiocese of Miami has heard reports of scammers impersonating Archbishop Thomas Wenski and some of our priests on Facebook, Instagram and other social media platforms, as well as via texts and phone calls. Please be aware that no archdiocesan priest or bishop will ever contact you directly asking for money, gift cards or anything else.

If you, your friends, family, or parish staff receive a direct message from anyone impersonating Archbishop Wenski or one of our priests, please do not respond.

Report the fake account immediately to the social media platform and let the archdiocesan Communications Office know by emailing mrivas@theadom.org

Impersonator scams also should be reported to the Federal Trade Commission by calling 1-877-382-4357; or Florida’s Consumer Protection Division, 1-866-966-7226. Find out more about the types of scams making the rounds at myfloridalegal.com

The Mission of the Archdiocese of Miami is to help people encounter Jesus Christ, accompany each other on this journey of discipleship, and live the unconditional joy of the Gospel message.

“So out of the ground the Lord God formed every beast of the field and every bird of the air, and brought them to the man to see what he would call them; and whatever the man called every living creature, that was its name.” (Genesis 2:19)

The creation story reminds us of two important points. First, since the start, God has put the entire world into our care. Second, stewardship has been around since the beginning of mankind, it isn’t something recently invented by the Church. Just as past generations built our Church, it is now our responsibility to continue to nurture and develop these gifts for future generations.

La Misión de la Arquidiócesis de Miami es ayudar a las personas a encontrarse con Jesucristo, acompañarse mutuamente en este camino de ser discipulos y vivir la alegría incondicional del mensaje del Evangelio.

“Entonces el Señor Dios formó de la tierra a todos los animales del campo y las aves del cielo, y se los llevó al hombre para que pudiera nombrarlos; y el hombre les puso nombre a todas las criaturas vivientes, y ese fue su nombre.” (Genesis 2:19)

La historia de la creación nos recuerda dos puntos importantes. Primero, desde el inicio, Dios puso el mundo entero bajo nuestro cuidado. Secundo, la corresponsabilidad ha existido desde el inicio de la humanidad, no es algo que ha sido recientemente inventado por la Iglesia. Así como las generaciones pasadas construyeron nuestra Iglesia, nuestra responsabilidad ahora es continuar cuidandola y desarrollando estos dones para las generaciones futuras.

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Stewardship is a way of life; we recognize by faith that everything we are and everything we have are gifts from God. Stewardship is not a matter of giving a little more; rather, it is a way of life.

“Do not be afraid; just have faith.”
- Mark 5:36

Jesus spoke these simple words to the synagogue official before curing the little girl. We are all faced with challenges and tribulations daily.

Do we truly have faith as good stewards and place things in His hands or are we afraid and feel troubled?

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As of today, we would like to provide an update on our parish’s performance for the 2024 ABCD. Please find below a summary of our parish’s progress:

• Parish Goal: $97,062.00
• Total Gifts: $87,178.00
• Gift Over/Under: $9,884.00

Our commitment to the 2024 ABCD as a parish is a testimony to our collective faith and the love we have for those in need. Though we have made significant progress, we’ve yet to meet our goal. Every contribution helps, and with your support, we can make a real difference. Please take a moment to consider making a gift to the ABCD today - helping us achieve our goal and offering love and compassion to those who need it most.

If you have not already done so, please make your pledge to ABCD today.

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La corresponsabilidad es una forma de vida; reconocemos por fe que todo lo que somos y todo lo que temenos son dones de Dios. La corresponsabilidad no es una cuestión de dar un poco más, sino una forma de vida.

“No temas, basta que tengas fe.”
- Marcos 5:36

Jesús dijo estas palabras sencillas al funcionario de la sinagoga antes de curar a la niña. Todos nos enfrentamos a desafíos y tribulaciones a diario.

¿Realmente tenemos fe como buenos corresponsable y ponemos las cosas en Sus manos o tenemos miedo y nos preocupados?

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When you register in the parish, come to mass on Sundays and participate in parish activities, you are practicing your faith and are considered an active parishioner. When you use the offertory envelops or online giving, you are showing your commitment in supporting your parish, as well as creating a record of your active presence in the community. Registration is required for receiving any parish official document, such as eligibility certificates to be godparents, permits to celebrate sacraments in other churches, school verification for children, or any other letter for legal purposes. Registration for at least six months is required for the celebration of sacraments.

Registration forms are available online or by calling the parish office (954) 458-1590.

Thanks for becoming a member of our community of St. Matthew in Hallandale Beach.

- Fr. Govin

Cuando usted se registra en la parroquia, asiste a misa los domingos y participa en las actividades parroquiales, usted está practicando su fe y es considerado un parroquiano activo. Cuando usted usa los sobres de ofrenda o donación en línea, usted está mostrando su compromiso en apoyar su parroquia y proveyendo un récord de su presencia activa en la comunidad. La registration es requerida para recibir cualquier documento oficial de la parroquia, como certificados de elegibilidad para ser padrinos, permisos para celebrar sacramentos en otras iglesias, verificaciones para las escuelas de sus niños, o cualquier otra carta para asuntos legales. Estar registrados, por al menos seis meses, es necesario para la celebración de sacramentos.

Los formularios para inscribirse están disponibles en el internet o llamando a la oficina parroquial (954) 458- 1590.

Gracias por hacerse miembro de nuestra comunidad de St. Matthew en Hallandale Beach.

- Padre Govin