Let us pray for those in the military on active duty and overseas: Sunday Lector & Eucharistic Ministers Schedule Sunday Vigil Mass, February 10th

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1 BLESSED SACRAMENT CHURCH Mass Intentions for the Week of February 4th Tuesday: St. Paul Miki & Companions, Martyrs 6:15 p.m. Delma Ross by Scott & Sharon Van Horn Wednesday: Weekday 9:00 a.m. Concetta Rose Rosselli by Alice Slavokovsky Thursday: St. Jerome Emilani; St. Josephine Bakita, Virgin 9:00 a.m. Pat Molnar by Brice & Glenna Bowman Friday: Weekday 9:00 a.m. All Souls in need of God s mercy by Ken & Pat Scott Sunday Vigil: St. Scholastica, Virgin Delma Ross by Henry & Caroline Starr Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 a.m. Aunt Libby by Elizabeth & Family 10:45 a.m. For the People of the Parish Deceased members of the Lombardo/Annarino Families by family Liturgical Ministers Schedule Week of February 4th Daily Mass Schedule 6:15 p.m., Tuesday, February 6th Judy Healy (L) Volunteers (Servers) 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 7th Yvonne King (L) Mya Stokes, Braydon Vanvelzor (Servers) 9:00 a.m., Thursday, February 8th Don Montell (L) Madi Hampton, Caden Canning (Servers) 9:00 a.m., Friday, February 9th Assigned (L), Fini Kaiser, Ady Baesmann, Brenden Sheehan,Reagan Sheehan (Servers) Sunday Vigil Mass, February 10th Emma Lorhi Christopher Geiger Maria Geiger Sunday, February 11th 8:00 a.m. Peyton Riley Colin Crumrine Ilana O Neill Amelia O Neill 10:45 a.m. Devin Gross Lacey Holman Imani King DéAndre King-Thompson Clayton Montgomery Gabe Montgomery Sara Moore Sunday Lector & Eucharistic Ministers Schedule Sunday Vigil Mass, February 10th Christina Priest, Jodi Snider (L), Mike Stickle, Lorrie Lohri, Theresa Nutter, Pam Rauch, Tina Frischen (EM) Sunday, February 11th 8:00 a.m. Elizabeth Bowman, Josh Caton (L), Barb Harris, Glenna Bowman, Tricia Robinson, John Urban, Susanne Urban (EM) 10:45 a.m. Scott Van Horn, Monica Stanley (L), Michael Burger Sharon Van Horn, Kelli Morrow,Karen Gross, Jay Goletz (EM) Cliff Bigler, Erin Lane (L), Michele Cleland, Matthew Walsh, Kathy VanWy (EM) NEWARK, OHIO Remember in your prayers all parishioners who are ill or injured, especially for: Dcn. Bob Ghiloni, Dcn. Jack Elam, Linda Elizondo, Wes Baker, Rob Thompson, Rosemary Selby, Pam Wesley, Rita Carter, Rita Norton, Barbara LeVeque, Eileen Gray, Ed Schmeltzer, Ashley Markam, John Pintz, Tim Robb, Barb Evans, Angie Zigan, Barb Rue, Ed Moats, Renee McCann, Donald Bexstead, Mark Spinazzola, John Deering, Nancy Young, Michelle Darkes, Debbie Ridenour, Mingo O Rourke, Karen Addy, and for those who are homebound or in healthcare facilities. Our love, prayers and sympathy for the family and friends of Joseph Johnson, Carmen Hull, and Leola Brown. May they rest in the arms of Our Risen Savior. Our Stewardship Collection January 28, 2018 Budgeted per Week $ 12, Offertory (166 envelopes) $ 7, Average Auto Withdrawal (118 households) $ 3, Loose Cash $ Total $ 11, Deficit ($ ) Year to Date Offertory Budget $ 378, Year to Date Actual Offerings $ 367, YTD Deficit ($ 10,300.11) YTD Centennial Building Fund Collection $ 33, Centennial Building Loan Balance $ 1,646, YTD Church Restoration Collection $ 99, Church Restoration Loan Balance $ 133, Like St. Paul in the second reading, the good steward can say, I do all that I do for the sake of the Gospel in the hope of sharing in its blessings. See 1 Corinthians 9:23 Let us pray for those in the military on active duty and overseas: Douglas Chacey, Air Force Lucas Chacey, Air Force Edward Wilson, Navy Joshua P. Brown, Air Force Foxx Schneider, Marines Catherine Wagner, Air Force David L. L Esperance, Army Dillon Nethers, Coast Guard Edward Starr, Air National Guard Victoria McPherson, Air National Guard Caroline Thiel, Naval Academy Rudy Snider, Air Force Academy Christopher Severino, Air Force Chase Meldau, Marines Brandon Medley, Army Bob Yanka, Army Drake Nance, Army Aubrey Biller, Army Evan Sturm, Navy Connor Severino, Air Force Academy If you wish to submit names for this list, please call the parish office at

2 Next week s Scripture February 11th Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time 1st Reading: Leviticus 13:1-2, I turn to you, Lord, in time of trouble, and you will fill me with the joy of salvation. Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 32:1-2, 5, 11 2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:31 11:1 Gospel: Mark 1:40-45 This week, we pray Liturgy of the Hours Seasonal Proper I Our Parish & School Events Parish Prayerline The entire parish is requested to pray: The Vatican Intentions for the month of February Universal: Say No to Corruption. That those who have material, political or spiritual power may resist any lure of corruption. Father Wilson s Intention: That all struggling marriages would find renewal and healing. Adoration of Our Lord Do you want many graces? Go and visit the Blessed Sacrament often. St. John Bosco. Adoration is a wonderful way to spend time in the presence of the Lord. It takes you away from the world for one hour! Check your calendar look for that special hour available in your week. Adorers are needed on Monday: 2:00-3:00 p.m., 4:00- and on Wednesday: 11:00 am- Noon, 2:00-3:00 p.m., 5:00-6:00 p.m., 6:00-7:00 p.m., and 7:00-8:00 p.m. These are the hours we need to have more adorers, but you are welcome to sign up for any hour of the Adoration schedule (Mondays, 12 noon-8:00 p.m., Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m., Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 midnight). Please call Caroline Starr at if you would like to become an adorer or if you have any questions. St. Vincent de Paul Conference Our St. Vincent de Paul Conference meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in our Marian Room. We encourage everyone to prayerfully consider attending our meetings and become a member of our SVdP Conference. Those interested, feel free to call or text leaving your name and a callback number. I am personally committed to being there for our members. Thank you for your consideration. Kathy Vanwy Mardi Gras Taco Tuesday! Join Blessed Sacrament Home & School for a fun family night as they host a Mardi Gras Taco Tuesday on February 13th from 5:00-7:30 p.m. in our Shepherd Hall. The cost is $5.00/ person or $25.00/family which includes a taco, beverage and dessert. Come, enjoy carnival games for kids, a Valentine's candy table, delicious tacos, and great desserts! Everyone is welcome! This event is generously catered by Hot Head Burritos. This Week Centennial Building Collection Sunday, February 4 HNS Coffee & Donuts after all Masses Cafe 7:30 a.m. Rosary 8:00 a.m. Mass 9:00 a.m. RCIA Class Library 9:00 a.m. CCD Classes 10:45 a.m. Mass & First Communion Class Blessing Mass 6:15 p.m. Financial Peace University Shepherd Hall Monday, February 5 12:00 p.m. Adoration until 8:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Walking w/purpose Women s Bible Study Shepherd Hall Tuesday, February 6 Adoration until 6:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Reconciliation until 6:00 p.m. 6:15 p.m. Mass 7:00 p.m. Choir Practice 7:00 p.m. Band of Brothers Shepherd Hall Wednesday, February 7 9:00 a.m. Mass 10:00 a.m. Adoration until midnight 4:00 p.m. CYSC Pizza Pick-up Annex 6:30 p.m. Cub Scouts Shepherd Hall 6:30 p.m. Deanery Meeting at St. Edward Thursday, February 8 9:00 a.m. Mass Wrestling Duels Annex 6:00 p.m. Alpha Team Library 6:30 p.m. Alpha Shepherd Hall Friday, February 9 9:00 a.m. Mass Saturday, February 10 9:00 a.m. Drama Practice Shepherd Hall 4:00 p.m. Reconciliation Mass 6:00 p.m. Parents Night Out Shepherd Hall 6:00 p.m. Valentine Couples Dance Annex Catholic Times Renewal $17.00 World Marriage Day Sunday, February 11 7:30 a.m. Rosary 8:00 a.m. Mass 9:00 a.m. RCIA Class Library 9:00 a.m. CCD Classes 10:45 a.m. Mass w/ccd Students Mass 6:15 p.m. Financial Peace University Shepherd Hall

3 Valentine Dinner and Dance Blessed Sacrament Parish is hosting its fourth annual Valentines Dinner and Dance for couples of all ages on Saturday, February 10th in our Annex (411 E. Main Street). Celebrate World Marriage Day and begin the evening with Mass at, then head over to the Annex for Social hour with light appetizers and beverages (soft drinks, beer and wine). A catered meal by Patrick and Pam Wesley of Holly Hill Farms will feature prime rib, chicken, salad, potato, vegetable, rolls and dessert and will begin at 7:00 p.m. with dancing to follow! The cost for the evening is $20.00/person. Call the parish office to make your reservations. We had lots of fun last year and it promises to be a fun evening again with dance instruction throughout the evening, a photo booth, door prizes and more! Parent s Night Out Childcare Fund Raiser for Catholic Youth Summer Camp on the same evening we are hosting this dinner and dance! Bring your children from 6:00-9:00 p.m. in Shepherd Hall where there will be snacks, St. Valentine themed crafts, fun activities and a movie. Plus, bring a blanket/pillow to sit on! The cost is $ child, $25.00 for 2 and $5.00 each additional child in your family (up to 4th grade). Children must be potty trained to attend. Preregister by calling Lizz Caton at or the parish office at We Need Your Help! We have been in our newly-restored church a little over a year now and we have experienced some minor issues and need your help in resolving them. First, we have found several kneelers where the screws were tightened in a little too deeply and members have experienced a small stick from the end of the screw as they kneel. Please let the ushers know so they can mark the spot and we can take care of it. Second, the pews are scratched! Please be mindful of anything that could be scratching them. We ask that you be careful with clothing that may have rivets or bling that could scratch as well as baby carriers, hard toys, purses with feet on them, to name a few. We are asking everyone s help in preventing more damage as we look for ways to repair the scratches. Feel free to call the parish office at regarding these requests. Cold and Flu Season As the weather changes, it is a reminder that we are in the cold and flu season. If you have cold or flu symptoms or are contagious with any bug, please stay at home. Legitimate doubt about whether or not you are well enough to attend Mass is a sufficient reason to be dispensed from your Sunday obligation. Blessed Sacrament Catholic Men s Ministry Facebook group: FlockNote: Text BLSAC to Band of Brothers - Meets the first Tuesday each month at 7:00 p.m. in Shepherd Hall. Contact Mike Stickle at Band of Brothers Meets the first and third Saturday each month from 6:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. in Shepherd Hall. Contact Mike Tennyson at or OhFamilyMan@gmail. com Holy Name Society- Meets each month on the 4th Tuesday at the Knights of Columbus #721 Hall. Contact President Vern Jewitt at or vern@quickprototypes.com Knights of Columbus Council #721 Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday at the Knights of Columbus #721 Hall. Contact Grand Knight Bert Scott at or bscott33@ windstream.net. Proverbs 27:17 Blessed Sacraments Catholic Men s Ministry Band of Brothers is meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 6th in Shepard Hall. Come be encouraged and challenged as we listen to a talk by Father Larry Richards. As always, there will be plenty of good food to enjoy. For more information, call Mike Stickle Ink Cartridge Recycle We continue to recycle ink cartridges, all sizes, all makes and all models. Drop off your cartridges in the church vestibule or at the parish office and we will recycle to help defray office supply expenses. For more information, call the parish office at Weather Related Cancellations We would like to remind everyone that the policy is that if Blessed Sacrament School is cancelled due to the weather, all activities, with the exception of Mass, is cancelled. All meetings, sports, practices, Eucharistic Adoration, or any activity on our campus, during the day or evening, is cancelled. Again, the only exception is that Mass is never cancelled. If the weather is bad and you are unsure, watch the local television, listen to the local radio, or call the parish office to confirm. Widows Club Meeting Our next Widows Club meeting is 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 7th at Stacy s Homestyle Buffet, 833 S. 30th Street, Heath. Come start the new year in support and fellowship with one another. For more information, call Darlene Wolfinger at Romans 8:28 We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.

4 Local Events of Interest PSR Coordinator Fr. David Sizemore, and a growing parish community, are looking for a mission-oriented and faith-filled person who is passionate about helping young Catholics, grades K-5, become disciples of Jesus Christ and teaching them to become disciple-makers through faith formation at St. Francis de Sales Parish. This person should have a college degree or willing to work toward a degree in theology sponsored by the parish. PC and AV skills, ability to honor and maintain confidentiality, well-organized, self-motivated, manage tasks and work independently with minimal supervision, teamplayer, effectively communicate with staff and volunteers, pastoral in nature and good with people. This is a part-time position and salary that requires ministry on Sunday mornings with very little ministry in the evenings. Send your resume to Tina Burtch, Director of Faith Formation & Evangelization, at tburtch.stfrancis@gmail.com. St. Leonard s Annual Fund Raiser Irish Fling on March 17th begins at 6:00 p.m. and benefits, PSR, RCIA, Catholic Education, as well as, parish ministries. It includes a dinner, silent auction, a grand auction, a chance to win $500.00, and more. Raffle tickets for the $ are $5.00 each or 5 tickets for $ You do not need to be present to win and tickets can be purchased at the parish office. Admission to the event is $40.00 a ticket, or a table of 8 for $ Call the office to make your reservations. Lenten Parish Mission at St. Edward Parish Fr. John Corbett, O.P., from the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, D.C., will lead the Parish Mission. His presentation will center around the topic of the theological virtues - faith, hope and charity and the path to conversion. Fr. Corbett grew up in Columbus, attended St. Patrick Parish, was ordained into the priesthood in 1980 and later taught a wide range of religious studies at the Josephinum and several other Catholic institutions. He will preach at all the weekend Masses, March 3-4. There will be refreshments in the Parish Hall after the Sunday 10:45 a.m. Mass, and the Mission sessions will be in the Church on Sunday at 1:00 p.m., and Monday and Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Newark Catholic Fish Fry Newark Catholic Athletic Association is hosting their annual All You Can Eat Fish Fry." You are invited every Friday during Lent, February 16th through March 23rd, to Newark Catholic High School (1 Green Wave Drive) from 4:00-7:00 p.m. to enjoy a delicious meal. The cost: 13 years adults/$11.00, seniors/$10.00, youth 6-12 years/$5.00/one trip, children 5 and under free/one trip, take-out available/$10.00 which includes four pieces of fish and one serving of each side dish. Sorry, no early-bird specials this year! Come and enjoy a delicious dinner and help support NC Athletic Association! Attention, Scout Leaders: Looking for a place to pitch a tent this summer or hold ceremonies? Look no further! Sts. Peter and Paul Retreat Center on Seminary Road, Newark. Whether you re looking for that perfect campfire, hiking trails, or even just a space for a day event we have it all! Let us prepare your mealsbreakfast, lunch, dinner. We can even make fresh HOT pizza from our pizza oven. Dorms are available for overnight stays as well, year-round. Let the Sts. Peter and Paul Retreat Center make your day event or jamboree a success! Call , info@stspeterandpaulretreatcenter.org or visit The Catholic Foundation Applications for Scholarships opened on January 29th and closes March 9th. Scholarships support promising and deserving students by assisting them with the costs of their education. Donors often establish a scholarship to honor or memorialize friends, teachers, family members, or other loved ones. Since 2007, The Catholic Foundation has awarded over $430, in scholarships, empowering over 100 young people to continue their academic and vocational studies. For information and to apply, visit www. catholic-foundation.org/scholarships. If you are interested in opening a Scholarship Fund of your own, please contact Scott Hartman at shartman@catholic-foundation.org or Around the Diocese The Sound of My People Join the Martin de Porres Center (2330 Airport Drive, Columbus) on Sunday, February 18 at 3:00 p.m. for The Sound of My People, with Through His Eyes Performing Arts Ministry. Take a glimpse into the history of African Americans from Africa to modern day America. How has music and faith in God impacted the growth of an ever-evolving culture of people? This thought-provoking drama displays this unique sound through dance, poetry, and generations of music that have impacted the world.

5 Alpha begins Thursday, February 8th at Blessed Sacrament! We are excited to announce that our next Alpha session begins in a couple of weeks on Thursday, February 8 th. All who are interested are encouraged to sign up by contacting Scott Van Horn directly at svanhorn1@roadrunner.com or cell Do you have questions about faith? Are you seeking a deeper relationship with Jesus? Then you are not alone. Come join us each week as we explore who Jesus is and his purpose for our lives. Come enjoy an evening with like-minded people as we share a meal and discuss the basic building blocks of what it means to be a follower of Christ. Alpha has benefited so many of the parishioners at Blessed Sacrament. We invite you to come meet people you see every week, but may not have met. Come explore what it means to have a deep and meaningful relationship with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Alpha is for everyone. Married, single, young or old, male or female. All are welcome! Do you have a friend who you think would benefit? Bring them! A family member who has fallen away from their faith? Invite them! Alpha is a great way to bring people back to their faith by providing a safe, non-judgmental, non-confrontational environment to explore the basics of Christianity. Whatever the situation, let Jesus enter into your life and help you to build a personal relationship with Him. ALPHA---WHEN IS IT? Alpha Sessions begin on Thursday, February 8 th and will be offered for 10 weeks. Each session is on Thursday evenings from 6:30pm - 8:30pm and includes a wonderful meal, a short video on the weekly topic, and follow up discussion in small groups of 6-8 people. Nothing to lose and Everything to gain! We like to think of Alpha as Dinner and a Movie. This program is especially nice for those who feel they are too busy to add one more thing to their schedule! For couples, let this be your date night! Come each Thursday and be our guest and relax. Watch a great video on a Christian topic and enjoy great discussion. No set-up, we take care of that! No cooking, we take care of that! No clean-up, we take care of that too! But we have kids. We provide childcare! I can t afford it? It s free! Come and enjoy a great time each week with other s who are seeking as well. What s holding you back? For more information or to let us know you are joining us contact Scott Van Horn at or svanhorn1@roadrunner.com Childcare will be available!

6 Blessed Sacrament St. Valentine s Day Annual Dinner & Dance Join us for a great evening in celebration of World Marriage Day Saturday, February 10, 2018 Blessed Sacrament Annex 411 East Main Street, Newark (across the street from our church) Join us for Mass at 6:00 p.m. enjoy Light Appetizers and Beverages (beer/wine/soft drinks) Dinner begins at 7:00 p.m. The menu includes: Tossed Salad, Prime Rib, Italian Chicken with a variety of sauces, Twice Baked Potatoes, Vegetable Medley, and Dessert Cost: $40/couple (semi formal attire) Reservations must be placed in advance. Contact the parish office at or drop your reservations in an envelope marked Valentine Dinner/Dance in the weekend collection basket. A little rusty on your dance steps? dance instructions available through the evening. Come and enjoy a fun evening with dinner, dancing, photo booth, door prizes and more! Reservations $40/couple: Couples Name: His: For reservation return lower portion below Hers: Phone: Amount Enclosed: $

7 Men Join us: Where: March 3, 17 / April 7, 21 / May 5, 19 / June 2, 16 6:30 am to 8:00 am Church of the Blessed Sacrament Shepherd Hall 394 East Main Street Newark, OH Register today at: For more information contact: Mike Tennyson (740) ohfamilyman@gmail.com This program is brought to you by your Blessed Sacrament Band of Brothers. Registration is open to all men of Blessed Sacrament Parish and the Knox Licking Muskingum Catholic Men's Ministry Consortium. Study materials are $ tax/shipping. Eash workbook includes a digital registration for access to the online videos. Please do not let cost keep you from this very important study. Contact the Blessed Sacrament Parish office for assistance. This study provides the easiest way to understand the Bible. Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible makes the complex simple. It helps you uncover the story woven throughout Scripture, so that you can get the big picture of the Bible and understand what it s all about. The Bible is a story about the Father s unfailing love for you, a love that you are now called to share with others. The effect on my parishioners has been wonderful: a deeper love for Christ, a deeper experience with the sacraments, and continued love for the Scriptures. Fr. Becker, Minnesota Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible Study presented by the Blessed Sacrament Band of Brothers If you are unable to register online or would like to request financial assistance, please return the form below to the Blessed Sacrament Parish office no later than 02/22/2018. Name: Address: City: State Zip

8 THE FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME FEBRUARY 4, 2018 Ask Jesus What He Wants from You Be Brave Columbus Catholic Women s Conference Register today for the Annual Catholic Women s Conference which is Saturday, February 17th from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Ohio Expo Center! Register online and learn more at www. ColumbusCatholicWomen.com plus leave the driving to us! We have reserved a 55-passenger bus to take us to the Columbus Expo Center and bring us home. Ladies, park and meet in the annex (across the street from the church) at 6:00 a.m. and enjoy a cup of coffee and donut. We ll load up and leave the parking lot at 6:15 a.m. (to beat the traffic jam at exit 111) and plan to return around 5:15 p.m. We would love for you to go! Invite your friends and family to go too! Call the parish office today at to reserve your bus seat! Chris Stefanick Comes to Cast a Net Author and speaker Chris Stefanick brings his dynamic style of faith building presentation to an already-loaded lineup of Catholic heavy hitters to the 2018 Catholic Men s Conference. Join the Catholic Men s Ministry in welcoming one of the most engaging young defenders of the Christian faith on the topic of evangelization, February 25th at Cardinal Hall (Ohio Expo Center). Register online for this amazing event: www. CatholicMensMinistry.com and follow us #CMMcon18 From the Chair with Bishop Campbell Bishop Campbell will take your questions on Tuesday, February 6th, from 5:00-6:00 p.m. during this LIVE call-in show. St. Andrew students will give their reflections on What must you do to make this Lent a good one? Call St. Gabriel Catholic Radio at with your questions about the Catholic faith and growing in holiness. Pilgrimage to Holy Land November 5-14th Have you considered adding a new dimension to your understanding of Jesus Life, Death, and Resurrection? Would you like to grow in your knowledge of the Bible through the experience of seeing the land where the Mysteries were lived firsthand? Fathers Ron Aubry, Tim Hayes, Dean Mathewson and Jerry Stluka invite you on a life-changing pilgrimage to the Holy Land of Israel. Join this spiritual journey on November 5th -14th. An informational meeting will be held at St. Timothy Church, 1088 Thomas Lane, Columbus, on Sunday, February 11th at 2:00 p.m. in the Teachers Lounge. Contact Fr. Tim Hayes at or tmhayes@core.com or Jerusalem Tours at Bethesda Healing Ministry Are there times of the year when sounds, images, and memories from a past abortion do not seem to go away? Please call Bethesda Healing Ministry to speak to someone who has been there and can help. Bethesda Healing Ministry confidential lines: or or visit bethesdahealing.org Save the Date! The first annual Damascus Day is a Free event for families to explore Damascus, participate in high adventure activities, and hear internationally-recognized keynote speaker, John O Leary. Everyone is invited to join and is open to our CYSC community and beyond, benefactors, families, friends, parishioners, and all! We begin with arrival and welcoming at 12:00 noon and end the day with closing at 8:15 p.m.. More information will be coming! World Marriage Day Celebration! The Vocation of Marriage, A Supernatural Calling. All married couples are invited to the Diocesan Celebration of World Marriage Day, Sunday, February 11th, from 2:00-3:00 p.m., at Seton Parish, 600 Hill Road., Pickerington. Dr. Perry Cahall, Pontifical College Josephinum, will share God s plan for marriage, and how with God s grace we can live out our vows and love our spouse as God loves us. The celebration will end with a time of prayer. The event is free and child care is available through preregistration. RSVP by February 8th at or Get Closer to The One You Love You can do that on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend! Marriage Encounter is where married couples get away from jobs, kids, chores, phones and focus only on each other. The next weekend is February 16th-18th in Central Ohio. For information or to apply, contact Paul and Marilou Clouse at or visit A Silent Retreat for women, sponsored by the Catholic Laywomen s Retreat League of the Diocese of Columbus, is being held at St. Therese s Retreat Center, 5277 E. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43213, March 2-4, The retreat master is Fr. Vincent Peterson, a Frqanciscan priest in ministry at the Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation in Carey, Ohio. Please call Cynthia Pearsall at if you are interested in registering.