Scripture of the Day

May 16, 2025

Responsorial Psalm Psalm 2:6-7, 8-9, 10-11ab

Daily Intentions

May 16, 2025

7:00 AM	For the deceased members in Purgatory
8:30 AM	In honor of Father Chris’ 40th Anniversary of Ordination

Today's Masses and Confession

Friday

7:00 AM & 8:30 AM

Confession 7:45 AM - 8:15 AM

Today's Devotions

Recitation of the Rosary

9:00am

In the Chapel

Litany of Loreto in Honor of Mary

May

9:00 AM

Liturgy of the Hours (Morning Prayer)

8:10 AM

8:10 am (before the 8:30 mass)

(unless there is a school Mass)

May 11, 2025

Saint of the Day

St. Simon Stock

Feast date: May 16

On May 16, the Catholic Church remembers Saint Simon Stock, a twelfth- and thirteenth-century Carmelite monk whose vision of the Virgin Mary is the source of the Brown Scapular devotion.

Simon was born during 1165 in the English county of Kent. He is said to have been strongly devoted to God from his youth, to the point that he left home at age 12 to live in the forest as a hermit. Following the customs of the earliest monks, he lived on fruit and water and spent his time in prayer and meditation.

After two decades of solitary life in the wilderness, he returned to society to acquire an education in theology and become a priest. Afterwards, he returned to his hermitage until the year 1212, when his calling to join the Carmelite Order – which had only recently entered England – was revealed to him.

During the early 13th century, a group of monks in the Holy Land sought formal recognition as a religious order. Their origins were mysterious, and by some accounts extended back to the time before Christ, originating in the ministry of the Biblical Prophet Elijah.

The Carmelites’ ascetic, contemplative lifestyle was combined with ardent devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is she who is said to have appeared to Simon Stock, telling him to leave his hermitage and join the order that would soon be arriving with the return of two English Crusaders.

Impressed by the Carmelites’ rigorous monasticism, Simon joined in 1212 and was sent to complete a course of studies at Oxford. Not long after his return to the order, he was appointed its vicar general in 1215. He defended the Carmelites in a dispute over their legitimacy, later resolved by the Popes.

In 1237, Simon took part in a general chapter of… Read More

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The Our Father

Our Father, who art in heaven,
hallowed be thy name;
thy kingdom come;
thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread;
and forgive us our trespasses
as we forgive those who trespass against us;
and lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
Amen

We are all experiencing different types of hardship, our church is not immune to this problem. Since we cannot attend Mass and bring our donation to the church, your support is still needed. If you can change the way you support Saint Teresa Catholic Church to online, please use the button above to set up your donation online. If you are unable to make online donations, please mail or stop by the church office and place your envelope in the mail slot. We will have limited office support. We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your time, prayers, and support. Your contributions, no matter how big or small, are deeply appreciated.

Prayer of the Day

Daily Prayer for May 16

Now this is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent. John 17:3, NIV

Lord God, we thank you that you have revealed life in Jesus Christ. Grant that we may enter this life through the grace you have given us to recognize Jesus Christ as our Lord, to believe in him, and to hope for all the good still to come as the fruit of his suffering and resurrection. May the glory of the Living One be revealed to the dead throughout the whole world so that even the dead and the unbelieving may be awakened and see his life. Keep us true to what you have given us. Strengthen our faith and endurance in all our trials. Let your name soon be honored among all people so that hatred may cease and the coming of your great day may be foretold in changed hearts and changed thoughts. Protect us this night. Bless us and help us again and again as you have promised. Amen.

Welcome to St. Teresa of Avila

A Beacon of Faith and Community in Titusville, Florida

Saint Teresa's Church has stood as a beacon of faith in Titusville, Florida, since its establishment in 1958. Nestled on the Space Coast, directly across from the Kennedy Space Center, the church is home to a vibrant, faith-filled community of over 1,800 families. This remarkable congregation forms a beautiful tapestry of diversity, uniting individuals of all ages and ethnic backgrounds into one inclusive parish.

Our Parish Community

Saint Teresa's Church is more than just a place of worship; it is a thriving community that celebrates the richness of its multi-ethnic and multi-generational congregation. The church prides itself on fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued, encouraging unity through faith and shared purpose.

Engaged and Active Ministries

The church offers a variety of ministries that cater to the diverse interests and needs of its members. Highlights include:
•    Ministry to the Sick: We provide care and compassion to the sick and ensure they feel the love and support of the parish community.
•    Tiny Saints: Engaging activities and faith-building programs for the parish's youngest members, nurturing their spiritual growth.
•    Blue Army: Promoting devotion and dedication to prayer, fostering a deeper connection with faith through communal activities.

Join Us

Saint Teresa's Church invites everyone to become part of its vibrant parish community. Whether you want to deepen your faith, connect with others, or contribute to meaningful ministry work, there is a place for you here. For more information about our ministries, please visit the ministries page or call us at 321-268-3441.

Come, join us, and help spread the works of our Lord. Let us continue growing as a united congregation inspired by faith, hope, and love.

Church News

Cardinal Robert Prevost is the new Pope as Pope Leo XIV.

Pope Leo XIII, who hails from the city of Chicago, holds the distinction of being the very first Pope of American origin. Having been born in Chicago, he is a native son of the United States. This makes Pope Leo XIV the first American to ever ascend to the papacy.

we have a pope.

"Habemus Papam"

"We have a Pope"

Theological Session - May 19th

Father Chris's next Theological Session is on Monday, May 19^th, at 6:30PM

The topic is: “He Descended into Hell”

If you find spiritual guidance from Father Chris’s homilies each Sunday, come and listen to the enriching details of this month's theme. Sessions are held in the church at 6:30 PM; all are welcome!

Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School 2025

St. Teresa will be hosting Vacation Bible School this summer. Our program will run from June 23 to June 27. The time will be 9:00 am to 12:00 p.m., location: the Parish Center. Our program is open to children from Kindergarten through Fifth grade. You can pick up a registration form in the church Narthex, or email faithformation@stteresa-titusville.org to request one.

Please return completed forms to the Faith Formation Office by May 30th.

VSB Wish List

White and Colored Card Stock (65lb)	Copy/Printer Paper (Letter - 8.5x11, Legal - 8.5x14 and Tabloid - 11x17)
Styofoam Coffee Cups (8 oz)	Ziplock Sandwich Bags - 1 Gallon Storage
Clear Plastic 9 oz Solo Cups (50 count)	Paper Plates (8.5 in)
Craft Popsicle Sticks	Sharpie markers - multi colors
Fabric Markers	String
Black Crayons	SWater Color paint boxes with brushes
Brads	Color Contruction Paper, Black, Brown, Red and Purple

14th Annual Ave Maria University Marian Eucharistic Conference, May 16-18th, 2025

All are invited to the 14th Annual Ave Maria University Marian Eucharistic Conference, May 16-18, 2025. “Be it done unto me according to thy word.” Featured speakers will include Mother Adela Galindo of the Servants of the Pierced Heart of Jesus and Mary, bestselling author and international speaker Dr. Mary Healy, Father Chris Alar, Provincial Superior of the Blessed Virgin Mary, theologian, author, and well-known speaker Dr. Edward Sri, and Dr. Mark Miravalle, well-known Mariological expert. In addition to these excellent talks, special Spanish sessions as well as a simultaneous translation app will also be offered. Jon Nevin will provide music ministry. The cost is $190 per person, which includes lodging, meals, and conference fee for the weekend, all on the beautiful campus of Ave Maria University. For more information about our speakers or to register for this event, visit www.aveconferences.com, call (239) 348-4725, or email aveconferences@gmail.com.

16th Annual Ave Maria University High School Youth Conferences “PROCLAIM” July 11-13, 2025

All high school age youth from incoming freshmen to outgoing seniors are invited to join us for the 16th Annual Ave Maria University High School Youth Conference “PROCLAIM.” This incredible weekend will be full of faith, fellowship, music, and great speakers, including Sister Maria Jose Socias of the Servants of the Pierced Heart of Jesus and Mary, Michael Gormley, Ascension Press presenter Mari Pablo, and Fr. Joseph Lugalambi, Professor and Head of Campus Ministry at Ave Maria University. EPIC Music Ministries will provide music. The cost is $195 per person, with an early-bird rate of $160 until May 1st. This includes lodging in the dorms, meals, conference fee, and a cool t-shirt! Register now by visiting www.aveconferences.com or for more information call (239) 348-4725 or email aveconferences@gmail.com.

Marian Eucharistic Conference Bulletin Announcement.pdf

Youth Conference Bulletin Announcement.pdf

Youth Group Fund Raiser

Congratulations to Our WINNER KARLA MACIAS.

THANK YOU ALL for Supporting Our Youth Group!

Altar Servers Quarterly Meeting

Altar Servers quarterly meeting will be held Tuesday May 20th, at 6pm in the Parish Center.

Altar Servers and Parents please plan to attend. We will be doing the schedule for June-August 2025.

If you are interested in becoming an Altar Server please contact the Faith Formation Office and attend this meeting with your parent/guardian. See you there!

Moms of Tiny Saints

A Catholic ministry where moms can find community in the messiness and joy of raising tiny saints. Join Moms of Tiny Saints at one of their "Playground Meetup" or “Just-for-Mom” events:

Date	Time	Loaction	Event
May 21st	7:00 p.m.	Text Kasey for the address	Just-for-Moms Night Book Club
June 10th	10:00 a.m.	St. Teresa's School Gym	Gym Playdate
July 15th	10:00 a.m.	St. Teresa's School Gym	Gym Playdate
July 30th	7:00 p.m.	Text Kasey for the address	Just-for-Moms Night

Join their Facebook Group to get the latest information

“R” Catholic Nugget

"All I want to know is Christ and the power flowing from His Resurrection!”

~ St. Francis of Assisi ~

May is Dedicated to Mary

The month of May is the "month which the piety of the faithful has especially dedicated to Our Blessed Lady," and it is the occasion for a "moving tribute of faith and love which Catholics in every part of the world [pay] to the Queen of Heaven. During this month Christians, both in church and in the privacy of the home, offer up to Mary from their hearts an especially fervent and loving homage of prayer and veneration. In this month, too, the benefits of God's mercy come down to us from her throne in greater abundance" (Paul VI: Encyclical on the Month of May, no. 1).

This Christian custom of dedicating the month of May to the Blessed Virgin arose at the end of the 13th century. In this way, the Church was able to Christianize the secular feasts which were wont to take place at that time. In the 16th century, books appeared and fostered this devotion.

In May of 2002, Pope John Paul II said, "Today we begin the month dedicated to Our Lady a favorite of popular devotion. In accord with a long-standing tradition of devotion, parishes, and families continue to make the month of May a 'Marian' month, celebrating it with many devout liturgical, catechetical, and pastoral initiatives!"

Pope Francis Intentions

Pope Francis's Prayer Intentions for May

Each year, the Holy Father asks for our prayers for a specific intention each month. You are invited to answer the Holy Father's request and to join many people worldwide in praying for this intention each month.

Universal

For working conditions

Let us pray that through work, each person might find fulfilment, families might be sustained in dignity, and that society might be humanized

Graduates

St. Teresa Catholic Church will be recognizing our 2025 High School/College Graduates at the 9:30 am Mass with Breakfast to follow on May 18th. Pick up a Graduate Information Form in the Narthex or contact the Faith Formation office at 321-349-5445 (voice or text) or by email at faithformation@stteresatitusville.org.

Up Coming Events

Mother’s Day Thoughts
Sat, May 17 2025
1. To those who gave birth this year to their first child—we celebrate with you.
2. To those who lost a child this year—we mourn with you.
3. To those who are in the trenches with little ones every day and wear the badge of food stains—we appreciate you.
4. To those who experienced loss through miscarriage, failed adoptions, or running away—we mourn with you.
5. To those who walk the hard path of infertility, fraught with pokes, prods, tears, and disappointment—we walk with you.
6. To those who are foster moms, mentor moms, and spiritual moms—we need you.
Mother's Day Novena Cards
Sat, May 17 2025
Mother's Day Novena Cards are available in the narthex. All cards will be placed on the altar for the entire month of May. Honor your mother, grandmother, or someone important in your life!
Mother’s Day Thoughts
Sun, May 18 2025
1. To those who gave birth this year to their first child—we celebrate with you.
2. To those who lost a child this year—we mourn with you.
3. To those who are in the trenches with little ones every day and wear the badge of food stains—we appreciate you.
4. To those who experienced loss through miscarriage, failed adoptions, or running away—we mourn with you.
5. To those who walk the hard path of infertility, fraught with pokes, prods, tears, and disappointment—we walk with you.
6. To those who are foster moms, mentor moms, and spiritual moms—we need you.
Mother's Day Novena Cards
Sun, May 18 2025
Mother's Day Novena Cards are available in the narthex. All cards will be placed on the altar for the entire month of May. Honor your mother, grandmother, or someone important in your life!
Mother’s Day Thoughts
Mon, May 19 2025
1. To those who gave birth this year to their first child—we celebrate with you.
2. To those who lost a child this year—we mourn with you.
3. To those who are in the trenches with little ones every day and wear the badge of food stains—we appreciate you.
4. To those who experienced loss through miscarriage, failed adoptions, or running away—we mourn with you.
5. To those who walk the hard path of infertility, fraught with pokes, prods, tears, and disappointment—we walk with you.
6. To those who are foster moms, mentor moms, and spiritual moms—we need you.
Cor Jesu Food Pantry
Mon, May 19 2025
Cor Jesu Food Pantry needs your support. Our food pantry is open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and is located at 2306 S. Hopkins Street.

Please remember to bring food donations for our Food Pantry at Cor Jesu. You can check the Weekly Announcements for the current needs. Grocery store gift cards are excellent for perishable items. You can donate.
Baptism Preparation Classes
Mon, May 19 2025
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Baptism Classes must be scheduled through the Church Office at 321-349-5445 (voice or text) or by email at faithformation@stteresa-titusville.org. The Preparation class will be held on the date and time you schedule in the Faith Formation Room in Avila Hall.
Praying of the Rosary
Mon, May 19 2025
6:00 PM
The St. Teresa Chapter of the Blue Army will host a weekly Rosary on Monday nights at 6 p.m. in the church.
There will be a Pot Luck dinner after the rosary in Avila Hall.
All are welcome.
Contemporary Choir
Tue, May 20 2025
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Contemporary Choir sings at the 11:30 AM Mass. Come to our rehearsal and share your talented voice or a musical instrument with fun and prayerful Ministry! Please email Ina Smith, Choir Director at musicdirector@stteresach.org.
Cor Jesu Food Pantry
Wed, May 21 2025
Cor Jesu Food Pantry needs your support. Our food pantry is open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and is located at 2306 S. Hopkins Street.

Please remember to bring food donations for our Food Pantry at Cor Jesu. You can check the Weekly Announcements for the current needs. Grocery store gift cards are excellent for perishable items. You can donate.
Wednesday Morning Bible Study
Wed, May 21 2025
9:30 am
Adult Bible will resume in May:
Wednesday mornings:

“Beginning Apologetics 1”

Wednesday morning sessions will run from May 7th for approximately 8 weeks, 9:30–11:00 am.

Class size is limited. For more information or to sign up contact the Faith Formation office at 321-349-5445 (voice or text) or by email at faithformation@stteresa-titusville.org.
Traditional Choir
Wed, May 21 2025
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Traditional Choir sings at the 9:30 AM Mass. Come to our rehearsal and share your talented voice or a musical instrument with fun and prayerful Ministry! Please email Ina Smith, Choir Director at musicdirector@stteresach.org.
Eucharistic Adoration
Thu, May 22 2025
9:00 am - 6:30 pm
We will have an all-day Eucharistic Adoration in the Chapel from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.. Please come and do not leave our Lord unattended in the Eucharist during this time. We will not have Adoration on April 17^th because of Holy Thursday.
The Spanish Holy Hour and Exposition will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 pm; all are invited.
If anyone would like to sign up for an hour, please call/text @:Cherl Kassak at (321) 795-1456 or jkassak@cfl.rr.com
Bereavement - Grief Group
Thu, May 22 2025
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
A Grief, Prayer, and Support Group has been organized for anyone who has lost a loved one or is interested in participating. You do not need to be a member of the Parish to participate.
Meetings will be held on Thursdays at 4:30 PM in Avila Hall. All are welcome.
For additional information, please get in touch with the Parish Office at 321-268-3441.
Mother's Day Novena Cards
Fri, May 23 2025
Mother's Day Novena Cards are available in the narthex. All cards will be placed on the altar for the entire month of May. Honor your mother, grandmother, or someone important in your life!
Cor Jesu Food Pantry
Fri, May 23 2025
Cor Jesu Food Pantry needs your support. Our food pantry is open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and is located at 2306 S. Hopkins Street.

Please remember to bring food donations for our Food Pantry at Cor Jesu. You can check the Weekly Announcements for the current needs. Grocery store gift cards are excellent for perishable items. You can donate.
Mother's Day Novena Cards
Sat, May 24 2025
Mother's Day Novena Cards are available in the narthex. All cards will be placed on the altar for the entire month of May. Honor your mother, grandmother, or someone important in your life!