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Other News
St. Mark Parish News: As most of you are aware, Fr. Ignatius (Fr. Iggy to most of us) died suddenly in July after returning from the Provincial Chapter meeting. We ask your prayers for the happy repose of his soul and the consolation of those who love and miss him. As a result of the Chapter, our pastor, Fr. Mark has a new assignment as provincial vicar. While we are certain he will be wonderful in his new area of working for the Lord and serving his brother Franciscans, St. Mark's and the fraternity will miss him very much. He has been very generous with the facilities and most supportive of our fraternity. May the Lord Bless and keep you, Fr. Mark and may His Face shine upon you and give you peace. Also we announce our new pastor, Fr. Richard Florek, OFM, Conv. has arrived!
He has a delightful sense of humor (even if he is from Buffalo!) Also, our new Our new parochial vicar, Fr. Michael Englert, OFM Conv., will arrive in early October - next week! - Can you guess the name of his hometown? - Yep- BUFFALO!!!! Don't worry, South Florida sunshine will warm them up in a hurry!!! Just don't forget sun block and no see-um repellent!
We
extend to all our dear friars our fraternal love, support and
prayers and hope our new friars will join us during our fraternity
meetings! Our new brochure is available. Be sure to pick one up your parish. Feel free to give us your feedback. We'd love to hear from you On August 2 we celbrated the Feast of the Portiuncula at St. Mark's! It was a wonderful time of coming together with the St. Mark family. Fr. Mark explained the feast and the history of the Franciscan Crown and our Candidates and professed members led the congregation in praying the Crown. It's not too early to focus on the upcoming important feasts. Please look under "Prayers and Reflections" then Saint of the Month for more detail and pictures of these feast days. October 1- The blessing of animals at St. Mark - 10:00 AM. Please have your pets under restraint! October 3rd: Transitus - While not bound by sin, Secular Franciscans frequently join the other orders in observing today as one of strict fast. We will observe the feast in a special way at 7:00 pm at St. Mark church. Please join us. October 4th: Solemnity of Our Holy Father Francis of Assisi November 12/13 Ministry weekend at St. Mark's. We will have a table and literature to distribute. November 13 - At LONG last, the day of Profession for our candidates has arrived. It will be at 2:00! November 17 - The Feast of St. Elizabeth of Hungary November 29 - The Feast of all Franciscan Saints!
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