He is risen,alleluia!

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1 He is risen,alleluia! Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord Saint Charles Borromeo Parish parma, ohio Bouguereau, William Adolphe (French). The Holy Women at the Tomb, (Les saintes femmes at tombeau) ca Oil on canvas (102⅜ x 63 in). Musée Royal des Beaux-Arts, Antwerp, Belgium.

2 Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord March 27, 2016 Entrance #68 Jesus Christ Is Risen Today Psalm 118 This is the Day BAPTISMS Congratulations and God s blessings to Shavonne & Michael Lanahan on the Baptism of their son, Caedmon Francis. II Rebecca Perhay & Victor Barbalato Text:: Verses, The Revised Grail Psalms 2010, Conception Abbey and The Grail, admin. by GIA Publications, Inc. Music: Richard Proulx 1975 Reprinted with permission: OneLicense.net A Sprinkling with Holy Water Springs of Water...L. Trapp LIFE IS CHANGED, NOT ENDED Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord Conrad Troibner Marie Walick The Parish Staff wishes everyone a Blessed & Happy Easter season. Text & Music 2005, Lynn Trapp. Published by OCP. All rights reserved Reprinted under license #U9537, LicenSingOnline. Offertory #84 Three Days Communion Worthy Is the Lamb...R. Manalo CSP Text & Music: 1997, Ricky Manalo, CSP. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Reprinted under license #U9537, LicensingOnline. Closing #75 Alleluia! Alleluia! Let the Holy Anthem Rise Merici Chapel On Easter morning, the women ran to the tomb and found it empty. We can run to the chapel and find Jesus waiting for us. Try and make a visit and tell Him how much you love Him. Thank Him for His promise of Eternal Life. ATTENTION ALL 2016 GRADUATES BOTH COLLEGE AND HIGH SCHOOL Mark your calendars now for Sunday, June 5 th at 10:30am. Your parish family is planning a special Mass and reception to celebrate your graduation. We invite ALL graduates to be a part of this celebration (high school, college). Please call the Parish Office (440) if you can attend. Invitations to known high school seniors will be mailed out soon. More details to follow. LITURGICAL MINISTERS Attention Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Lectors, and Altar Servers: New ministry schedules are available for pick up in the sacristy.

3 St. Charles Borromeo Church March 27, 2016 This Week s Liturgy SUNDAY, MARCH 27 Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord Acts 10:34a, 37-43; Colossians 5:6b-8; John 20:1-9 Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30am, 12:00 Noon ***No 5:30pm Mass on Easter Sunday MONDAY, MARCH 28 Acts 2:14, 22-33; Matthew 28:8-15 7:00 AM Dec'd of Charles Weber Family 8:30 AM John & Irene Ehasz 7:00 PM Charles Eberle TUESDAY, MARCH 29 Acts 2:36-41; John 20: :00 AM Warren May 8:30 AM Frank, Sam & Charles De Lisi 7:00 PM Ken De Looze WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30 Acts 3:1-10; Luke 24: :00 AM Lillian Subin 8:30 AM Ted & Florence Watt 7:00 PM David Handlovic THURSDAY, MARCH 31 Acts 3:11-26; Luke 24: :00 AM Anna Gatzke 8:30 AM Helen Giacoma 7:00 PM Bill, Maria & John Illuzzi FRIDAY, APRIL 1 Acts 4:1-12; John 21:1-14 7:00 AM Terry Stefanko 8:30 AM Dec'd of Staniszewski Family 7:00 PM Bill Hrusovsky SATURDAY, APRIL 2 Acts 4:13-21; Mark 16:9-15 8:00 AM In Honor of the Immaculate Heart of Mary VIGIL MASSES: 4:00 & 6:00pm SUNDAY, APRIL 3 Second Sunday of Easter (Sunday of Divine Mercy) Acts 5:12-16; Revelation 1:9-11a, 12-13, 17-19; John 20: :00 AM Intention of Ladies Guild Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30am, 12:00 Noon, 5:30pm SUNDAY COLLECTION March 20, 2016 Offertory Collection $18, ACH / Online / Credit Card 2, Total $20, Catholic Relief Services $ It is said we Christians are an Easter people and Alleluia is our song. On this Easter Sunday, after forty days absence, we welcome back the Alleluia, best translated as praise be God! And on this day, more than any other, we praise God for what God has done for us. Even with the gift of faith, we know that much of life is touched with mystery. Perhaps the greatest mystery is that God sent His Son to suffer and to die for our sins. In his writings, St Paul comes back to this theme over and again: it is only through suffering and death that we come to the glory of the Resurrection. In the words of St John s Gospel (3:16): God so loved the world that He sent His only son so that whoever believes in Him might have eternal life. On this day, more than any other, we proclaim our belief in Jesus as our Savior and pledge that we will strive to live in His grace. We are destined for union with God, with the saints, and with our own beloved dead. In the words of the catechism: we are to know, love, and serve God in this world so that we will be happy with Him in the next world. Our celebration of Easter does not require the shopping, gift-giving, greeting cards, and round of get-togethers that characterize Christmas. Purchasing Easter foods and preparing baskets for children is much less demanding. On this day, more than any other, we have the time to reflect on what our faith in the Resurrection means. The traditional Easter hymns are glorious. Lilies and spring flowers fill our church. We welcome the newly baptized in our midst. This year the following became Catholic at our Easter Vigil Mass: Andrew Bowser, Robin Delciappo, Ashley Ellerman, Jane Mahnke, Meriah Molnar, Angela Newsome, James Smith and Joseph Roth. And each one of us also has the opportunity to re-enlist as Christians by solemnly renewing our baptismal promises! The large crowds on this day, more than any other, tell us that something real and important is being celebrated. We gather with a community that reminds us of the sacredness of life. The newly blessed paschal candle symbolizes that Christ is our everlasting light. That candle illumines our baptism and our funeral. Jesus has promised that those living waters of Easter will satisfy all our thirsts. St Augustine once wrote Our hearts are restless until they rest in Thee. Nothing earthly can fully satisfy that restlessness, even though so many things in our culture claim they can. The current political campaigns indicate that people want to be a part of something that is life-changing. The Eucharist is to be the source and summit of the Christian life. A recent study indicates that eighty-two percent of people say they would come to church if invited by a friend. This day, more than any other, welcome a person you do not know. Make the effort to greet others and to help people feel valued. The spirit of true community grows when people are made to feel welcome. Especially during this Year of Mercy, if you have been away from the Church, Jesus longs for your return. In His words, come to me, I will give you rest, my yoke is easy and my burden light. The Church, the community of God s people, is incomplete without you. On this day, more than any other, consider coming home. Blessed and joyous Easter! Thank You!

4 Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord March 27, 2016 HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP MINISTRY (Grades 9-12) Upperclassmen Leadership Team Youth Focused & Youth Led Mass New Days & Times for Events Twice a Month Events for 9 th 12 th Graders March 29 7:30-9:00 Transform in the JPII Room of the Parish Activity Center. Any questions, contact: Lena (216) / Lenamarie6@gmail.com Fr. Ryan (440) / frryanmann@gmail.com Sr. Denise (440) / sdmosu1@aol.com NOT ALONE Not Alone deals with realities and adjustments necessary when you have lost a spouse. The next Not Alone series will begin on Tuesday, April 5 th at 6:30pm followed by the next five Tuesdays and closing May 10 th. Meetings will be held in the John XXIII Room (2 nd floor) of the Parish Activity Center. If you have recently lost a spouse, consider attending this series which deals with coping with the loss of a life partner. It would be helpful to call ahead and register with Mark Martin (440) , Terri Varo (440) or Sophie (440) Lower Parish Hall..after 7:30, 9:00 & 10:30 am Masses Delicious Scrambled Eggs, Sausage Pancakes, Fruit & Drink for only. Adults: $6.00 Children: $5.00 Tickets available at the door; take-out also. Sponsored by the World Youth Day 2016 Pilgrims Next meeting ~ Wednesday morning, March 30 th, 9:00-11:00am in the Parish Activity Center. Please stop in any Wednesday morning and join us. Any questions, call Sr. Denise Marie (440) or sdmosu1@aol.com.

5 St. Charles Borromeo Church March 27, 2016 ST VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY NEW VOLUNTEERS MEETING #3 Several weeks ago, Father Carlin asked to meet with parishioners who are interested in the work of our St Vincent de Paul Society. We have had two well-attended meetings. Thank you, as well, to those who completed the survey. Our next meeting will be Wednesday, March 30 th, 7:45pm, in the John Paul II Room (second floor, PAC). If you were not able to attend our first two meetings, but are interested in SVdeP work, please come to this week's meeting. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS The St. Charles Knights of Columbus would like to invite eligible blood donors to participate in our first annual: St. Charles Borromeo School LifeShare Grant Program Blood Drive Sunday, April 10 th 9:00am-2:00pm St. Charles Parish Lower Hall Visit sponsor code stcharles for more information. If you are a male, eighteen years of age or older, and a practicing Catholic in union with the Holy See, please contact Father Janoch (ejanoch@stcharlesonline.org) or (440) or Tom Armstrong at (405) (thomasralpharmstrong@hotmail.com) for more information on joining the Knights of Columbus Council at St. Charles. Spring is around the corner and it is time for the Annual Knights of Columbus Super Cash Bonanza. Each ticket is only $5.00 and the proceeds from each sale benefit Saint Charles. For more information and for tickets please contact a fellow Saint Charles Knight, PTU member, or visit the Parish Office. Please Pray the Rosary. Brother Knights, please remember that there is a meeting on Monday, March 28 th. Officers Meeting at, Rosary at 7:30pm, followed by the Business Meeting at 7:45pm in the Borromeo Room of the Parish Activity Center. BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION St. Charles School participates in the Box Tops for Education fundraising program. Box Tops can be found on items like Progresso soup, Cheerios and Kleenex. We would appreciate it if you would save them for the school. Box Tops can be dropped off at the parish or school office. Any questions, call Debbie at the school office (440) Thank you for your support! ST. CHARLES HOLY NAME SOCIETY WELCOMES DEACON DANIEL GALLA Releasing the Power of our Rosary Thursday, April 28 th 7:30pm Parish Activity Center (Go up the 2 nd floor & turn left to John Paul II Room.) In the past, Deacon Dan has addressed: Catholics and the Jewish People: Our Older Brothers in the Faith, Voting with a Well-Formed Conscience, The Importance of Baptism in Daily Life, and What Pope Francis is Saying and not Saying, and The Four Signs of a Dynamic Catholic. Our Deacon, Teacher of Theology at St. Ignatius, does an in-depth preparation for these timely presentations and would welcome your attendance. The semi-annual presentation will allow for a Q&A period as well as interactive participation. Doors open at 7:15pm. Meeting is free and open to the public with complimentary refreshments. Any questions, call Fred Hollman, President, St. Charles HNS (440) CERTIFICATE PROGRAM $100 WINNER Jennifer Gutoskey NOMINATIONS FOR PARISH COUNCIL There are twelve members on our Parish Council. Each representative is elected for a three-year term. Four members are elected each year. Individuals elected this year will serve until Council members attend a Council meeting on the second Thursday of every month and serve on one Council Commission. Members must be registered and active parishioners, at least 18 years of age. You may nominate yourself or another (check if that person is willing to run). Please submit candidates names by Easter Monday, March 28 th in an envelope marked Council Nomination either at the Parish Office or in the weekend offertory. I nominate for Parish Council NAME PHONE ADDRESS

6 Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord March 27, 2016 LITTLE WHITE BOOKS AVAILABLE This seasonal prayer reflection booklet entitled, The Little White Book (Easter 2016) contains helpful daily entries to serve as an aid to prayer. Anyone interested in a copy of The Little White Book are asked to stop at the Parish Office. Offering is $1.00. Supplies are limited. Catholic Men s Fellowship of Northeast Ohio ANSWER THE CALL MEN S CONFERENCE Men! Plan to attend the 16 th Annual Catholic Men's Fellowship Conference Answer the Call on Saturday, April 9 th with keynote speakers Father Larry Richards and Ralph Martin. Remember to bring a friend, son or grandson (high school or college age) and be among the hundreds of Catholic men that will experience a dynamic day. Special prices are available for students and parish groups. All priests, deacons and seminarians are admitted free. The conference begins with a light breakfast at 8:00am and concludes with 4pm Mass to be celebrated by Bishop Roger Gries. Registration includes breakfast, lunch, and all conference programs. Log on to com for more information and to register. THE 50 TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION The annual 50 th Wedding Anniversary Celebration will be held on Sunday, July 31 st at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. Bishop Richard G. Lennon, will be the principal celebrant. Reservations are now being accepted for couples married 50 years (married in 1966). Couples celebrating other significant anniversaries (55 or over) or who have missed previous celebrations are welcome to register and attend. Seating is limited in the Cathedral. The number of guests will be determined by the seating capacity and total number registered. Date & Time: Sunday, July 31 st, :30pm Mass Place: Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Please register in the Parish Office by June 26 th. In early July, registered couples will receive a letter with instructions and driving/parking details. If you have any questions, contact: Jane (216) ; jschwendeman@ccdocle.org or Jason (216) ; jrlewis@ccdocle.org MARY QUEEN OF PEACE ( ) Divine Mercy Sunday is April 3 rd. The new documentary movie, The Original Image of Divine Mercy: the Untold Story of an Unknown Masterpiece, will be shown at 12:30pm in the Parish Center Upper Hall. The Annual Divine Mercy Holy Hour will be offered at 3:00pm and a reception will follow downstairs in the Marian Lounge. ST. LEO THE GREAT ( ) Bus trip, Tuesday, May 10 th, Mansfield Memorial Museum, Richland Carrousel Park, Der Dutchman Restaurant, Possum Run Greenhouse, Wayne s Country Market, Eatmor Bundt Company, Olivesburg General Store. $66/ person. Contact Joanne (440) for more info or to book your trip. ST. THOMAS MORE ( ) Bingo is held every Wednesday in the gym. Doors open at 5pm and Early Birds begin at 6:30pm. RETROUVAILLE Retrouvaille is a three-month program to help couples struggling in their marriages. It has three phases, starting with a weekend experience in which couples learn to re-establish communication and to gain new insights into themselves as individuals and as a couple. Post sessions are held over a period of 12 weeks to further develop and enhance the techniques learned on the weekend. A support group is available offering interaction with other couples who are striving to improve their relationship. The 2016 weekends are scheduled for April 8-10, 2016 and September 9-11, For more information go to their website contact Diane & Al Miskinis at or them at Cleveland@retrouvaille.org ENGAGED ENCOUNTER Catholic Engaged Encounter is a comprehensive weekend of marriage preparation held three times a year at the St. Leonard Retreat Center, 4076 Case Road, Avon, Ohio For questions call Alex and Lily Fuentes Cost is $185 per couple. The dates for 2016 are May and October 14-16, Visit their website for more information and to register: Visit us on line at

7 St. Charles Borromeo Church March 27, FIRST STEP PROGRAMS: CONTINUING EDUCATION REGARDING MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH DURING THE HOLY YEAR, THE JUBILEE OF MERCY During this Holy Year, the Jubilee of Mercy, we are called to renew our relationship with God and the Church. Attempting to pick up the pieces of one s life after the tragedy of divorce is an area that can impact a person s relationship with God and the Church. One of the significant issues that a person faces is their place in the Church. Does the Church still care about me even though I am divorced? Am I allowed to go to Mass? Can I receive communion? How can the Church help me heal? If I decide to marry again, what do I have to do? The Tribunal of the Diocese of Cleveland, especially during this Jubilee of Mercy, offers its First Step Program in order to help individuals deal with these questions in order to renew and/or strengthen their relationship with God and the Church. This program is offered to help everyone, especially those who have experienced divorce, learn more about Catholic teaching regarding marriage, divorce, and remarriage. Representatives from the Ministry to the Divorced Office of the Department for Marriage and Family Ministry will also be present to explain the resources they offer to the divorced. Everyone is welcome to: Deepen knowledge of the Church s teaching on marriage Learn about the Church s ministry to the divorced/separated in the Diocese Hear about the annulment process and how to submit a case Discover a path to healing after divorce in order to strengthen and/or renew a relationship with God and the Church In any endeavor, taking the first step is always the most difficult. The First Step Program helps individuals to navigate the path of healing and closure. Please refer to the Tribunal website ( for testimonials about the program from past participants. The schedule for the remaining general meetings in 2016 is: Thursday, 19 May 2016, at St. Noel Parish, Willoughby Hills, at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, 13 September 2016, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Cuyahoga Falls, at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, 18 October 2016, at St. Ambrose Parish, Brunswick, at 7:00 p.m. Note that the Diocese of Cleveland no longer requires any fees for this process. For more information check our website: Or call the Tribunal: / , ext. 4000

8 St. Charles Borromeo Parish April 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday *Denotes weekly meeting 1 Ladies Guild 2 Alcoholics Anon* 7:30pm 3 WYD Pancake Breakfast 8:00-12:00Noon Ladies Guild Mass 9:00am Scout Mass 9:00am Children s Liturgy* 10:30am Sunday Preschool* 10:30am 4 Youth Choir* 2:30pm PCRF* 4:15am Bell Choir* Knights of Columbus 7:15pm RCIA * 7:30pm Rosary Makers 7:30pm Rosary Cenacle 7:45pm 5 Not Alone* 6:30pm SWIFT YG Leadership Mtg 7:30pm Catholic Men's Group* 7:30pm SVDP 7:30pm Men s Basketball* 9:00pm 6 Seniors 9:00am Catholic Men & Women Connection* 9:00am Legion of Mary* 9:15am Recovery* 1:15pm Troop 221* Special Ed PCRF* Adult Ed: The Mystery of God Adult Choir* 7:30pm Pre-Baptism 7:30pm AA Non-Smoking* 7:30pm 7 CLC 1:30pm Dads Recovery* 7:30pm Sports Boosters 8:00pm Holy Name Mass 10:30am Knights of Columbus Blood Drive 9:00am-2:00pm 11 Worship Commission Knights of Columbus 7:30pm 12 Pack 73 Mtg 6:30pm 13 PTU Business Mtg 6:30pm Adult Ed: The Mystery of God 14 Parish Council 7:45pm 15 Just Friends 1:30pm Legion of Mary Sunday Preschool Farewell 10:30am Year of Mercy Film Festival Seabiscuit 1:30pm SWIFT 20 Seniors 9:00am Cathedral Pilgrimage & Mass 10:00am Adult Ed: The Mystery of God Boy Scout Court of Honor 21 Avilas 8:00am CLC 1:30pm Girl Scouts Service Unit Mtg Jesus Day 9:00am-2:00pm 24 Confirmation 2:30pm 25 Knights of Columbus 7:30pm 26 Jr High Youth Ministry Closing Event 4:00pm YG Transform Night 7:30pm 27 Adult Ed: The Mystery of God Ladies Guild Salad Luncheon Mtg 28 Holy Name Society Deacon Galla Presentation 7:30pm Refrigerator Calendar