CONFIRMATION: Any adult or high school student needing Confirmation, please call the Parish Office to schedule preparation.

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1 September 23, th Sunday in Ordinary Time Rockside Road Garfield Heights, Ohio Parish Office: (216) Parish Fax: (216) saintmonicachurch.net St. Benedict: (216) St. Benedict Preschool St. Monica Catholic Church (Turney Rd. Campus) (216) Credit Union: (216) PARISH OFFICE HOURS Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Wednesdays & Fridays 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. (Closed 12:30-1:30 p.m. for lunch) Saturdays 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. MASSES: 7 days a week Saturdays: 4:00 p.m. Sundays: 8:00 a.m.,10:00 a.m., and 12:00 p.m. Mondays-Fridays: 8:00 a.m. PARISH CLERGY Rev. Thomas A. Haren, Pastor Rev. Theodore Marszal, Senior Parochial Vicar Rev. Jerome Lukachinsky, Retired, In Residence Rev. Thomas G. Montavon, Retired, In Residence Deacon Stan Drozell PASTORAL STAFF Sister Helene Skrzyniarz SSJ-TOSF, Parish Catechetical Leader Mr. Bob Soeder, Director of Liturgy and Music Mr. Stan Jakosh, Business Manager Mrs. Susan Shepka, Office Manager and the Health & Wellness Ministry Chairman Jim Triptow, Pastoral Council Chairman Kathy Wendling, Finance Council Chairman BAPTISM: Please make arrangements in advance. Baptisms are performed on Sundays, immediately following the noon Mass. Pre-Baptismal instruction is required for parents. Please call the Parish Office for time of next scheduled class. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA): Adults and school-age children seeking full membership in the Catholic Church through the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist can make an appt. to continue their conversion process by calling the Parish Office. RECONCILIATION: Opportunities to celebrate God s forgiveness in one s life are available on Saturday afternoons from 3:15 3:45 p.m. Individual appointments with a Priest can be arranged. MATRIMONY: The Diocese of Cleveland requires a 6-month preparation period for marriage. Call the Parish Office to set your wedding date and plan your celebration. CONFIRMATION: Any adult or high school student needing Confirmation, please call the Parish Office to schedule preparation. ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Celebrated upon request. Call the Parish Office to make arrangements with one of our Priests. NEW PARISHIONERS: Please call the Parish Office to register. ST. BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL: Provides Catholic education for students K 8. School hrs.: 8:00 a.m. 2:30 p.m. Before & After Care available. Mrs. Lisa Oriti, School Principal GROWING OUR FAITH: Lifelong faith formation centered in the events of Church life that promotes faith, growth, and understanding. All are invited. Meets once a month. EUCHARIST FOR THE HOMEBOUND: Parish Team and Staff Members visit the homebound on a monthly basis. If you or someone you know is homebound and would like to receive communion, call the Parish Office.

2 LITURGY SCHEDULE 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer and Rosary every Monday through Friday following 8:00 a.m. Mass Our Dearly Departed Monday, September 24 8:00 Norman and Mary Lou Gorney Tuesday, September 25 8:00 Joanne Biegacki Wednesday, September 26 Saints Cosmas and Damian (Martyrs) 8:00 James and Marianne Baroni (Wedding Anniversary) Thursday, September 27 Saint Vincent de Paul (Priest) 8:00 All Souls Friday, September 28 Saint Wenceslaus (Martyr) and Saint Lawrence Ruiz and Companions (Martyrs) 8:00 Genevieve Valencic Saturday, September 29 Saint Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael (Archangels) 3:15 Confessions 4:00 The living and deceased members of the Dubray and Rimmel Families Sunday, September 30 Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 The living and deceased members of the Joe Styfurak Family 10:00 The living and deceased members of the Bob Foster Family 12:00 People of the Parish In your daily prayers for your personal intentions, please also remember those in our community of family, friends, and neighbors in need of healing and support, especially: Tim & Paulette Daley, Eugene & Sue Glover, Scottie Rossell, Jack Pekar, Joanne Reddinger, Thom Machar, Mike Uyek, Bob and Lois Mansour, John Rozmarynowski, Nancy Moczulski, Paul Melzer, Dolly Kocik, Donna McKillips, Vivian Budd, Patricia Zak, Abby, Sarah Burket, Lori Shaw, The Jones Family, Joan Hrovat, Robin Buckley, Jim Trostle, Bob Dorazewski, Lisa Thomas, Karen Wheeler, Bob Rafal, Marge Konkowski, Richard Movens, Irene Burke, Bill Exton, Larry Piechowiak, Robert Phipps, and Richard Rosberil If you have a special intention you would like remembered in prayer, please call Lillian Neptune (216) and and Our sympathy and prayers go out to the family and friends of Alice Faul (November 19, September 12, 2018) Antoinette Calapa (January 5, September 15, 2018) Susan Lea (September 8, September 18, 2018) who were recently buried. May they ~ and all our dearly departed ~ rest in peace. Memorial Hymnals & Bricks Honor the memory of your loved ones who have gone before you and/or celebrate your love for St. Monica Parish by dedicating a Journeysongs Hymnal for $20.00 or a brick in front of our Lady of Fatima Shrine for $ Stop by the Parish Office for the forms. Job: Part-Time Bookkeeper Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School at 1355 West 70th Street in Cleveland, is looking for a part-time Bookkeeper who can: Maintain an automated financial database for the school Reconcile all school monthly bank statements Prepare and document all Accounts Payable Document all Accounts Receivable Assist in Yearly Budget Preparation Prepare financial statements and budget statements Maintain vendor files Prepare National School Lunch Program claims cover letter, resume, and 3 references to Shelly Schenek at scheneks@olmc-cleveland.org 2

3 PARISH ACTIVITIES (and sometimes including some events in the community) MONDAY, September 24 3:15 p.m. CWVA Meeting (c) 4:00 p.m. Athletic Practice (g) 4:30 p.m. Walking with Leslie Sansone (J) 5:30 p.m. Walking with Leslie Sansone (J) 5:30 p.m. Career Services Meeting (F) 8:00 p.m. Holy Name Board Meeting (c) TUESDAY, September 25 4:00 p.m. Athletic Practice (g) 6:30 p.m. Gentle Yoga (J) 6:30 p.m. Baptist Bible Study (M) 6:45 p.m. Boy Scouts (c) 7:00 p.m. 40-Days Kickoff page 8 WEDNESDAY, September 26 12:00 Noon Tai Chi (J) 2:40 p.m. Christmas Play Practice (g) 4:00 p.m. Athletic Practice (g) 4:30 p.m. Walking with Leslie Sansone (J) 5:30 p.m. Walking with Leslie Sansone (J) 7:00 p.m. G.A. (AR) THURSDAY, September 27 2:40 p.m. Christmas Play Practice (g) 4:00 p.m. Athletic Practice (g) 6:30 p.m. Diocesan HN Meeting (J) 7:00 p.m. Ward 7 Block Watch (p) 7:00 p.m. Line Dancing (g) *40 Days of Prayer and Fasting begins FRIDAY, September 28 4:00 p.m. Athletic Practice (g) SATURDAY, September 29 SUNDAY, September 30 8:00 a.m. A.A. Meeting (AR) 8:00 a.m. Coffee & Doughnuts (c) 10:00 a.m. Coffee & Doughnuts (c) St. Monica s Annual Christmas Craft Fair Attention All Crafters Tables are still available for the St. Monica Christmas Craft Fair, to be held on Saturday November 24th (as always on the Saturday after Thanksgiving!) If you register by October 15th, you can reserve: 1 table for $40, 2 for $75, or 3 for $110! For more info, call Regina (216) or visit saintmonicachurch.net under the News/Events tab Religion Question of the Week Which Pope had the shortest reign during the twentieth century? Did You Know? Did you know that there are 185 parishes in the Diocese of Cleveland? One Liner Do not ask for fulfillment in your life, but for patience to accept frustration. Maggie's Place Celebration with Bishop Perez Friday, October 5th, 2018 Please join the residents and staff at Maggie s Place ~ a community that provides support and resources for pregnant and parenting moms ~ for the celebration and blessing of their new location on the St. Monica Campus. Bishop Perez will celebrate 6 p.m. Mass at St. Monica's Church on Friday, October 5th followed by a blessing of The Zechariah House and fellowship over a catered dinner in the Pavilion (weather permitting). To RSVP or if you have questions, please contact Erin at ehathaway@maggiesplace.org (440) The celebration is free; suggested donation of $25 welcomed. Thursday Nights Family Cosmic Bowling 6 p.m. 10 p.m. Maple Heights Lanes on Libby Road offers unlimited bowling between 6:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. every Thursday night for just $7.00 per person (includes shoe rental!) In addition, two other price discounts are offered for students with good grades! (Just bring in your child s latest report card or progress report!) Create wondrous members with your family make Thursday nights Family Bowling Night at Maple Heights Lanes! (216)

4 Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 23, 2018 FREE Latin & French Lessons St. Ignatius High School Saturdays, October 20th November 10th The Sacrament of Penance: A Good Time to Meet Jesus Boys in grades 6th, 7th, or 8th interested in learning Latin or French have the opportunity to do so for FREE on Saturdays at St. Ignatius High School. The Grade School Latin Program is a brief introduction to the Latin language and Roman culture. The Grade School French Program is a brief introduction to the French language and the Francophone culture. Both classes begin on Every Saturday afternoon from 3:00 p.m. until 3:45 p.m., the Sacrament of Penance is available in the East Nave of St. Monica Church. The Sacrament of Penance is a wonderful time to encounter Jesus in the person of the Priest and talk to Him about your spiritual life. There are usually two Priests who will be present. Please know you are welcome to receive this wonderful Sacrament on any Saturday throughout the year not just during Advent and Lent! October 20th fr om 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Contact Christine Piatak (216) extension 253 cpiatak@ignatius.edu Ward 7 Block Watch Thursday, September 27 The Garfield Heights Ward 7 Block Watch will meet Thursday, September 27th at 7:00 PM at St. Monica s outdoor Pavilion. Donations of nonperishable items for the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry would be appreciated. ALL ARE WELCOME! For more information, call Nikki Majka (216) Photo of some of the attendees at the Shuffleboard Fundraiser on September 16, The St. Monica Parish would like to thank everyone who supported the Shuffleboard Fundraiser whether by attending, donating something for the gift baskets, purchasing a raffle ticket, and/or promoting the event. We d especially like to thank Sue Shepka for all her time, energy, and creativity in conceptualizing and orchestrating this unique and successful fundraiser for our Parish s Health & Wellness Ministry. The winning card pulled for the 1st Raffle was the Jack of Hearts; the winner wishes to remain anonymous and chose to donate the $130 back to the Health & Wellness Ministry. As of this printing, the 2nd Raffle winning card has not been drawn yet. 4

5 Line Dancing Classes September 27 October 25th Thursdays in the Gym 7:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. $7.00 per class. Show up for one, two, or all five of them! (216) Just Show Up! Stewardship Offertory Collections for: September 16 Regular Offertory... $7, St. Monica Fund $ Children s Envelopes... $3.00 Sandwich Saturday October 6 The next Sandwich Saturday is October 6th at 9:00 am in the Parish Office. All are invited to join us as we prepare 300 Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwiches for the homeless. Your help and assistance is always appreciated. St. Monica Respect for Life Ministry 2019 Entertainment Books and 2019 Our Town and All-Around Dining Directory Please support St. Monica Respect for Life Ministry and save 50% on Restaurants (fast food to fancy dining), Westside Market, Leisure time activities, Golf, Dry Cleaning, retail stores, and much, much more! Delivery is free! Entertainment Books ($30) Our Town Book & All-Around Dining Directory ($28) Call Regina (216) (days) or (216) (evenings) Calling Any Founding Members of St. Monica s A Seminarian from our Parish, Joe Menkhaus, is currently taking a course called American Catholicism: Present Day at the Seminary. One of his class projects is to write a history of one s Home Parish. For his research on St. Monica s, Joe would like to interview any founding parishioners (or perhaps their family members) still at St. Monica. If you are able to help, please Joe: jdmenkhausjr@gmail.com To help end abortion, please join us not only for 40 days of prayer and fasting, but also to stand and peacefully pray any time between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. during the 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way area outside of these locations: September 26 November 4 40 Days of Prayer & Fasting Preterm Shaker Blvd in Cleveland Planned Parenthood Rockside in Bedford Heights Family Planning - 54 South State St. in Painesville Plan to join us at the Kickoff Rally at Holy Rosary Church on September 25 at 7 p.m. with Keynote Speaker, Fr. Denis Wilde Associate Director of Priests for Life For more info, contact John Noall clevelandpraysforlife@gmail.com (216) daysforlife.com/Cleveland 40daysforlife.com/painesville 40daysforlife.com/bedfordheights 5

6 Our Revised Weekend Mass Schedule results Thank you to all who participated in our Parish Mass Schedule Survey. The following Weekend Mass Schedule will take effect beginning the weekend of October 6 & 7, 2018 Saturday (Vigil): 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Fall Fling Soup & Salad Luncheon Sunday, October 28 th The St. Monica Guild is hosting a Soup and Salad Luncheon There will be a delicious assortment of soups and salads, entertainment, basket raffles, and a 50/50 raffle! Sunday, October 28 th 2:00 p.m. in the St. Benedict School Cafeteria We appreciate your patience, cooperation, and understanding as we make the transition to our new schedule. Got 20-ish minutes? Consider starting your day the absolute best way possible ~ celebrating Mass. Light a candle. Pray. Thank God for all your blessings. ALL ARE WELCOME *Admission is $15.00 *Tickets must be purchased in advance at the Parish Office or by calling All proceeds to benefit the needs of St. Monica Church Coffee & Doughnut Social Sunday, September 23rd Please join representatives from the Pastoral Council for coffee and doughnuts in the cafeteria right after the 8 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Masses Next week s host: Saint Vincent de Paul and Respect for Life Ministry 2019 Let Your Light Shine TALENT SHOW brought to you by: St. Monica s Career Services Ministry and Health & Wellness Ministry 6

7 Pastoral Scene: Thoughts for Armchair Coaches and Players When Because may no longer cut it in answering questions about faith As the weather grows cooler, more of us will settle in to become armchair participants or Monday morning quarterbacks for our favorite baseball and football teams. There are times when, while watching a particularly painful game, the armchair spectators vocabulary can become a bit vivid, earthy, and just down right insulting. Rather than criticize the players on the field with sharp insults, did you ever think of encouraging the team by quoting Bible passages? YES, Bible passages! Here s why. The Bible speaks often of athletic analogies and stories as encouragements for persevering in both training and competition. So, the next time you are tempted to pass a nasty comment of verbal abuse because of a missed field goal, a bad call, or a play that went horribly awry, try some of the following verses. Remember that whether your team wins or loses, God can be glorified through the players hard work and effort. Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; He will never leave you or forsake you. (Deuteronomy 31:6) And let us run with perseverance the path marked out for us. (Hebrews 12:1b) Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary. (Isaiah 40:31) I can do all this through him who gives me strength. (Philippians 4:13) Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart. (Colossians 3:23) Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. (1 Corinthians 9:24) And, no matter what the outcome of a football, baseball, or even a basketball game may be, I personally hope the following verse will always be true: I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith (Timothy 4:7) even if we didn t win (Sister Helene). Sister Helene There is no unimportant question when it comes to your faith. Remember: Jesus always listened, responded, and even rewarded people who came to him with honest questions! Take a Leap of Faith and ask those questions about: Sacred Scripture - The Bible Revelation, Inspiration, and God s Inspired Word Transcribed Through Human Authors Session 2: October 3, 2018 The Bible - Through the inspired Scriptures, God speaks to us as a loving Father speaks to his children. Growing Our Faith Wednesday, October 3, 2018 Begins at 6:30 p.m. with a light meal in the Cafeteria Please return this Form to the Parish Office or place it in the Collection Basket at Mass Name: Phone Number: Number of Adults: Number of Children: Total Number Attending: 7

8 Career Services Ministry Mondays, 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Are you unhappily employed? Are you between jobs? Do you cringe at the thought of how you answered some of the questions during your last interview? Have you sent your resume out into the universe for jobs you know you are a perfect fit but only received a generic response back (if you got any response at all?) Have you shown up for a job interview with your phone in your hand, gum in your mouth, a Taco Bell stain on your shirt, or sporting flipflops and shorts? If you can answer Y es! to even one of these questions, please consider stopping by the Career Services Meeting on any Monday in the Parish Office Building for some inspiring and free advice. Life is short. What are you waiting for? It s time to acknowledge, embrace, and utilize your God-given gifts! Victoria (216) writerswithspark@gmail.com Many Thanks to the Holy Name Society Pray. Donations Welcomed There are two special, unanticipated projects for which our Church could use some major financial assistance: Artist: Elmer Parolini Church roof over the East and West Naves - $14,000, and the emergency repairs to the Rectory sewer system - $13,300. To date, St. Monica Church has received $8,000 towards the Church roof repairs. Any help with these projects is greatly appreciated. Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Silent Sorrow Mass with Bishop Perez Sunday, October 7, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. A Mass for those who have suffered Miscarriage, Infertility, or Neo-Natal Death Happy Birthday to our Fr. Donald who celebrates his 41st birthday on October 2, 2018! If you d like to wish him a Happy New Birthday Year personally: Many thanks to the members of the Holy Name Society for their generous donation of $9,678 to the Parish for repairs to the fire safety system which was necessary for Maggie s Place and for the Parish Office. The Gift came mostly from the proceeds of the Holy Name Society monthly drawing tickets. We thank the membership for all the help they continually give to St. Monica Church. Fr. Donald Ewulu c/o St. Mary s Church 2300 West Jackson Street Muncie, Indiana revdoan@yahoo.com Photo by: VF taken at Edgewater Beach on Thursday, July 19th 2018 following his surprise potluck lunch with parishioners and other friends at our Pavilion 8

9 Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 23, 2018 Answer to this Week s Question: Which Pope had the shortest reign during the twentieth century? Answer: Pope John Paul I reigned as Pope from August 26, 1978 to his sudden death thirty-three (33) days later! He was the first Pope to have been born in the twentieth century. His reign is among the shortest in Papal history. 9

10 Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 23,