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“Teacher, we know that you are a truthful man and that you teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. And you are not concerned with anyone`s opinion, for you do not regard a person`s status. Tell us, then, what is your opinion: Is it lawful to pay the census tax to Caesar or not?" Knowing their malice, Jesus said, "Why are you testing me, you hypocrites?” | Matthew 22:16-18
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Today is the Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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“Teacher, we know that you are a truthful man and that you teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. And you are not concerned with anyone's opinion, for you do not regard a person's status. Tell us, then, what is your opinion: Is it lawful to pay the census tax to Caesar or not?" Knowing their malice, Jesus said, "Why are you testing me, you hypocrites?” | Matthew 22:16-18 . Today is the Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . #sacredhearttampa #catholic #franciscan #diostpete #tampa #tampafl #downtowntampa #tampahistory #DOSP #CourageouslyLiving #civicduty #GlorytoGod

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With downtown Tampa experiencing significant growth and development, Sacred Heart is growing and thriving along with it. And now, we have an extraordinary opportunity before us to live out our mission and vision in new ways. Watch this very special message from Fr. Mike Jones, OFM to learn more.

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With downtown Tampa experiencing significant growth and development, Sacred Heart is growing and thriving along with it. And now, we have an extraordinary opportunity before us to live out our mission and vision in new ways. Watch this very special message from Fr. Mike Jones, OFM to learn more.

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Do nothing out of selfishness or out of vainglory; rather, humbly regard others as more important than yourselves, each looking out not for his own interests, but also for those of others. Have in you the same attitude that is also in Christ Jesus... | Philippians 2:3-5
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Today is the Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
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Do nothing out of selfishness or out of vainglory; rather, humbly regard others as more important than yourselves, each looking out not for his own interests, but also for those of others. Have in you the same attitude that is also in Christ Jesus... | Philippians 2:3-5 . Today is the Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time . . . #sacredhearttampa #catholic #franciscan #diostpete #tampa #tampafl #downtowntampa #tampahistory #DOSP #CourageouslyLiving #lovethyneighbor #salvation #walkhumblywithyourgod

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Jesus told his disciples this parable: "The kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out at dawn to hire laborers for his vineyard. After agreeing with them for the usual daily wage, he sent them into his vineyard. Going out about nine o`clock, the landowner saw others standing idle in the marketplace, and he said to them, `You too go into my vineyard, and I will give you what is just.` | Matthew 20:1-4
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Today is the Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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As you make your way out of Mass, think about exiting via the doorway alongside Twiggs St., in the north side of the transept. There, and also near the choir area on the opposite side, you will see the Holy Water fonts pictured, stone reliefs made to look like vines growing grapes.
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#sacredhearttampa #catholic #franciscan #diostpete #tampa #tampafl #downtowntampa #tampahistory #DOSP #CourageouslyLiving #lovethyneighbor #salvation #theworkersinthevineyard #vineyard

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Jesus told his disciples this parable: "The kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out at dawn to hire laborers for his vineyard. After agreeing with them for the usual daily wage, he sent them into his vineyard. Going out about nine o'clock, the landowner saw others standing idle in the marketplace, and he said to them, 'You too go into my vineyard, and I will give you what is just.' | Matthew 20:1-4 . Today is the Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. . As you make your way out of Mass, think about exiting via the doorway alongside Twiggs St., in the north side of the transept. There, and also near the choir area on the opposite side, you will see the Holy Water fonts pictured, stone reliefs made to look like vines growing grapes. . #sacredhearttampa #catholic #franciscan #diostpete #tampa #tampafl #downtowntampa #tampahistory #DOSP #CourageouslyLiving #lovethyneighbor #salvation #theworkersinthevineyard #vineyard

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Then Peter approaching asked him, “Lord, if my brother sins against me, how often must I forgive him? As many as seven times?” Jesus answered, “I say to you, not seven times but seventy-seven times.” | Matthew 18:21-22
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Today is the Twenty-Forth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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Then Peter approaching asked him, “Lord, if my brother sins against me, how often must I forgive him? As many as seven times?” Jesus answered, “I say to you, not seven times but seventy-seven times.” | Matthew 18:21-22 . Today is the Twenty-Forth Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . #sacredhearttampa #catholic #franciscan #diostpete #tampa #tampafl #downtowntampa #tampahistory #DOSP #CourageouslyLiving #lovethyneighbor #forgiveness #seventyseventimes #saintpeter

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Owe nothing to anyone, except to love one another; for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law...and whatever other commandment there may be, are summed up in this saying, namely, "You shall love your neighbor as yourself." Love does no evil to the neighbor; hence, love is the fulfillment of the law. | Romans 13:8-10
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Today is the Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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Owe nothing to anyone, except to love one another; for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law...and whatever other commandment there may be, are summed up in this saying, namely, "You shall love your neighbor as yourself." Love does no evil to the neighbor; hence, love is the fulfillment of the law. | Romans 13:8-10 . Today is the Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . #sacredhearttampa #catholic #franciscan #diostpete #tampa #tampafl #downtowntampa #tampahistory #DOSP #CourageouslyLiving #lovethyneighbor #love

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The Fifth Station of the Cross features Simon of Cyrene helping Jesus carry His cross. Similar to this weekend’s Gospel reading, Simon’s actions during Christ’s Passion are a literal indication of Christ’s First Prediction of the Passion (Matthew 16:21-23) and the first of the Conditions of Discipleship, when Jesus says “Whoever wishes to come after Me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow Me” (Matthew 16:24).
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Taking up a cross will not be so literal in our own lives, but will sometimes feel as heavy as what Simon of Cyrene felt, and often not be as voluntary as his actions. It is important when those times come to refocus our minds and hearts on what sacrificial love truly looks like, and what we stand to gain spiritually from whatever that ordeal might be.
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Today is the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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#sacredhearttampa #catholic #franciscan #diostpete #tampa #tampafl #downtowntampa #tampahistory #DOSP #CourageouslyLiving #getbehindmesatan #saintpeter #simonofcyrene #takeupyourcross

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The Fifth Station of the Cross features Simon of Cyrene helping Jesus carry His cross. Similar to this weekend’s Gospel reading, Simon’s actions during Christ’s Passion are a literal indication of Christ’s First Prediction of the Passion (Matthew 16:21-23) and the first of the Conditions of Discipleship, when Jesus says “Whoever wishes to come after Me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow Me” (Matthew 16:24). . Taking up a cross will not be so literal in our own lives, but will sometimes feel as heavy as what Simon of Cyrene felt, and often not be as voluntary as his actions. It is important when those times come to refocus our minds and hearts on what sacrificial love truly looks like, and what we stand to gain spiritually from whatever that ordeal might be. . Today is the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . #sacredhearttampa #catholic #franciscan #diostpete #tampa #tampafl #downtowntampa #tampahistory #DOSP #CourageouslyLiving #getbehindmesatan #saintpeter #simonofcyrene #takeupyourcross

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Sacred Heart and the Madison Building have lived side by side on the same city block for the last 60 years. But the building recently went on the market and Sacred Heart has taken the necessary steps to secure it. We now have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to discern, to dream, and to create a vibrant space that strengthens our parish life and extends Christ’s welcome to everyone we meet. Parishioners, come share your ideas with us at one of our upcoming Parish Vision Listening Sessions. Sign up here: https://shfla.org/parishvision A Special Announcement from Fr. Mike
Our friends from @fox13tampa joined us on December 26, 2023 as the docents from Sacred Heart's Historical Society provided their annual historical Christmas tour of our church. Decorated splendidly for the Christmas season, including the historic crèche, this tour featured our docents in period dress, alongside special guests explaining extraordinary features of the church including: — the motivation behind the significant donation of the altar and altar rail — unique architecture and design elements — original relics that were obtained for the dedication of the church in 1905 — memorial stained glass windows — renovations to improve and sustain our church Learn about these and so many more interesting aspects of this ecclesiastical jewel of downtown Tampa during our monthly tour schedule, following the Noon Mass on the second Sunday of each month, from September through May. As always, docent-led lecture and tours are free, and open to the public. Learn more at https://shfla.org/shhs. - - - - - - The historic Sacred Heart Catholic Church is situated in the center of Tampa’s downtown. We are blessed to have a scenic church where parishioners, visitors, and downtown businesspeople worship, a space made holy by the prayers of countless congregations have gathered since the church’s dedication in 1905. For more, visit https://www.sacredheartfla.org Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/SacredHeartChurchTampa Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sacredhearttpa Threads | https://threads.net/@sacredhearttpa 2023 Christmas Tour Recap w/ @fox13tampa
Fr. Steve Kluge, OFM, explains how even having faith the size of a mustard seed can help us recover from Hurricane Ian. Readings for the 28th Sunday IOT, 2022: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100222.cfm Footage from the 10:30 a.m. livestream mass: https://shfla.org/onlinemass ``````````````````````````````````````````````````````` The historic Sacred Heart Catholic Church is situated in the center of Tampa’s downtown. We are blessed to have a scenic church where parishioners, visitors, and downtown businesspeople worship, a space made holy by the prayers of countless congregations have gathered since the church’s dedication in 1905. For more, visit https://shfla.org Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/SacredHeartChurchTampa Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sacredhearttpa Homilies From The Heart | Fr. Steve Kluge | October 2, 2022 | Following Hurricane Ian
At all Masses on the weekend of September 17-18, 2022, our parishioners heard from staff and lay ministers regarding the many ministries here at Sacred Heart that are directly supported by your gifts to the Diocese of St. Petersburg’s Catholic Ministry Appeal. Barbara Ferreris, our Director of Faith Formation , emphasized three sets of ministries from the pulpit: Catholic Schools, Faith Formation, and Seminarian Education. The new Catholic Ministry Appeal is simpler and more transparent, with every dollar donated toward our parish goal directly funding both Sacred Heart and the diocese’s ministries, outreach, and programs. All of the ministries included in this appeal have a direct tie to our call to be missionary disciples, bringing others into a relationship with Jesus Christ. You can send a gift to the Catholic Ministry Appeal directly by visiting shfla.org/cma2022. The historic Sacred Heart Catholic Church is situated in the center of Tampa’s downtown. We are blessed to have a scenic church where parishioners, visitors, and downtown businesspeople worship, a space made holy by the prayers of countless congregations have gathered since the church’s dedication in 1905. For more, visit https://shfla.org Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/SacredHeartChurchTampa Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sacredhearttpa 2022 Catholic Ministry Appeal | Week 2 Appeals | From the Pulpit
At all Masses on the weekend of September 3-4, 2022, our parishioners heard from lay leaders regarding the many ministries here at Sacred Heart that are directly supported by your gifts to the Diocese of St. Petersburg’s Catholic Ministry Appeal. Tony Miranda, a member of our parish's Knights of Columbus council, emphasized two categories of ministries from the pulpit: Catholic Charities and Marriage & Family Life.   The new Catholic Ministry Appeal is simpler and more transparent, with every dollar donated toward our parish goal directly funding both Sacred Heart and the diocese’s ministries, outreach, and programs. All of the ministries included in this appeal have a direct tie to our call to be missionary disciples, bringing others into a relationship with Jesus Christ. You can send a gift to the Catholic Ministry Appeal directly by visiting shfla.org/cma2022. The historic Sacred Heart Catholic Church is situated in the center of Tampa’s downtown. We are blessed to have a scenic church where parishioners, visitors, and downtown businesspeople worship, a space made holy by the prayers of countless congregations have gathered since the church’s dedication in 1905. For more, visit https://shfla.org Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/SacredHeartChurchTampa Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sacredhearttpa 2022 Catholic Ministry Appeal | Week 1 Appeals | From the Pulpit
Fr. Steve Kluge, OFM, lays out his understanding of the Friars and the Church in his introductory Homily as a parochial vicar of Sacred Heart. Readings for Pentecost Sunday, June 5, 2022: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/060522-day.cfm Footage from the 10:30 a.m. livestream mass: https://shfla.org/onlinemass ``````````````````````````````````````````````````````` The historic Sacred Heart Catholic Church is situated in the center of Tampa’s downtown. We are blessed to have a scenic church where parishioners, visitors, and downtown businesspeople worship, a space made holy by the prayers of countless congregations have gathered since the church’s dedication in 1905. For more, visit https://shfla.org Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/SacredHeartChurchTampa Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sacredhearttpa Homilies From The Heart | Fr. Steve Kluge | June 5, 2022 | Pentecost Sunday
Friar Henry Fulmer, OFM provides an impassioned sermon reflecting both on the day's Gospel detailing "The New Commandment" (John 13:31-33a, 34-35), but also the tragic events that took place in Buffalo, NY the day prior. Readings for the Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 15, 2022: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/051522.cfm Footage from the 10:30 a.m. livestream mass: https://shfla.org/onlinemass ``````````````````````````````````````````````````````` The historic Sacred Heart Catholic Church is situated in the center of Tampa’s downtown. We are blessed to have a scenic church where parishioners, visitors, and downtown businesspeople worship, a space made holy by the prayers of countless congregations have gathered since the church’s dedication in 1905. For more, visit https://shfla.org Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/SacredHeartChurchTampa Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sacredhearttpa Homilies From The Heart | Friar Henry Fulmer | May 15, 2022 | Fifth Sunday of Easter
Fr. Casey joins Davis on Spirt FM's Morning Show, Wednesday, May 18, 2022, to discuss his upcoming mission tour stop at Sacred Heart Church, Tampa. ``````````````````````````````````````````````````````` Join your fellow parishioners and visitors from around the diocese on Monday, May 23, at 7 p.m. in the church for a special mission session featuring Fr. Casey Cole, OFM, and Fr. Roberto “Tito” Serrano, OFM, from the successful YouTube channels “Breaking In the Habit” and “Upon Friar Review.” In a bid to emulate the Franciscan missionary model of "meeting people where they are," Cole and Serrano will set out on a unique pilgrimage to all 30 Major League Baseball cities over an 11-week stretch, visiting both Sacred Heart and Tropicana Field along the way. As avid baseball fans, the self-professed “Bleacher Brothers” developed the idea of spending a summer visiting each of the homes of America’s pastime nearly a decade ago, with the hope of inviting people back to their spiritual “home base.” For more on the event, visit https://shfla.org/bleacherbros ``````````````````````````````````````````````````````` The historic Sacred Heart Catholic Church is situated in the center of Tampa’s downtown. We are blessed to have a scenic church where parishioners, visitors, and downtown businesspeople worship, a space made holy by the prayers of countless congregations have gathered since the church’s dedication in 1905. For more, visit https://shfla.org Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/SacredHeartChurchTampa Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sacredhearttpa Fr. Casey Cole, OFM Promoting Tour Stop at Sacred Heart on Spirit FM | Bleacher Brothers | 5/18/22
Join the Friars of Sacred Heart and your fellow parishioners Sunday, October 3rd for our Franciscan celebrations, as we observe the Feast of St. Francis with the annual Blessing of the Animals at our North Campus, along with our evening Transitus service, commemorating the passing of St. Francis from this life to the next. Blessing of the Animals 10/3/21 | 2:00 p.m. North Campus 3515 N. Florida Ave Transitus Service 10/3/21 | 7:00 p.m. Church 509 N. Florida Ave - - - - - - The historic Sacred Heart Catholic Church is situated in the center of Tampa’s downtown. We are blessed to have a scenic church where parishioners, visitors, and downtown businesspeople worship, a space made holy by the prayers of countless congregations have gathered since the church’s dedication in 1905. For more, visit https://www.sacredheartfla.org. Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/SacredHeartChurchTampa Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sacredhearttpa Music Credits: Acoustic/Folk Instrumental by Hyde - Free Instrumentals https://soundcloud.com/davidhydemusic Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/acoustic-folk-instrume... Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/YKdXVnaHfo8 Franciscan Celebrations 2021 | Friar Henry Fulmer
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