Saint Mary Parish 250 Kraft Street, Berea, Ohio 44017-1499 Rectory: 440-243-3877 FAX: 440-891-9417 Website: www.stmaryberea.org Mission Statement St. Mary is a faith community which worships together, follows the teachings of Jesus Christ in our everyday lives, evangelizes others by our lives and actions, gives generously of our time and resources in service to others, shows compassion and love towards one another, provides religious education and works for social justice for all. Parish Pastoral Staff Reverend John P. Singler, Pastor Reverend Max Cole, Parochial Vicar Cully, Pastoral Associate Ms. Angela Kovacs, Music Director Parish Mass Schedule Weekday: 9:00am Monday through Friday Weekend: 4:00pm Saturday Vigil 7:30am, 9:30am, & 11:30am Holy Day Consult Bulletin Parish Support Staff Mrs. Barbara Goebl, Spiritual Ministries Mrs. Diana Lipfird, Homebound Coordinator Mr. John Mastandrea, Adult Faith and Education Coordinator Mr. Larry Roetzer, Religious Education Coordinator Mr. Bob Sferra, Sacramental Catechetical Leader Parish Office Staff Mrs. Janel Abraham Mrs. Lorri Masie School Administrative Staff Mr. Andrew Carner, Principal Mrs. Sandi Ziegler, Program Coordinator Mrs. Nancy Kaesgen, Director of Development School Office Staff Mrs. Mary Beth Hennessy Mrs. Rhonda Johnson Sacramental Ministries Baptisms: On Sundays After 11:30am Mass Reconciliation: Saturdays 3-3:30pm Seasonal Celebrations Marriage: Contact Parish Office Anointing of the Sick: Contact Parish Office Seasonal Celebration Communion Calls: Contact Parish Office Celebrating 165 years of Pastoral Service to the Catholic Community of Berea
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time January 14, 2018 The winter portion of Ordinary Time is but a few weeks, from now January 9 th until February 11 th, 2018. We may think this time is ordinary, in the sense of run of the mill. However, the term ordinary comes from the word ordinal, or numbered, as the Sundays in Ordinary Time are numerically ordered. This time between the close of Christmas Time with the celebration of the Baptism of the Lord on January 8 th and Ash Wednesday s introduction to Lent on February 14 th does not have to be run of the mill. It can be a time in which our faith can flourish and grow, greening in the spirit of this season s liturgical color. Perhaps one of the great opportunities of Ordinary Time whether in winter or summer is to make our discipleship visible, not only through our words, but also through our deeds. In this way, Ordinary Time becomes anything BUT ordinary! [excerpts from Sourcebook 2018] So, what s happening here at St. Mary that may suit my interest or satisfy my desire to become more involved? If discipleship is who and what we are about, here at St. Mary, then HOW will I become a more devoted disciple? I come to church week after week and isn t that enough, you may ask? But we know discipleship is more than merely adhering to the laws of the church and the obligations I take on as a fellow Christian. Being a disciple is about growing in a relationship with God AND one another and that happens IN community. Today s Gospel of John (1:35-42) records Jesus response to Andrew and a companion disciple of John, both of whom followed Jesus, with, Come, and you will see when asked by them where he was staying, Come, and you will see. Maybe that could be our INVITATION to grow in our relationship with God and one another as we embark on our journey this New Year? Come, and you will see. Our Parish Adult Faith and Education Coordinator, John Mastandrea has a new Study Series beginning this week, Who Am I to Judge? Sound captivating? Wednesday nights, 7:30pm. That Man Is You begins again on Thursday nights, 7:15pm. s Outreach Committee is forming and welcomes new members and could be quite satisfying. I know Barb Goebl s Bible Study Series on Tuesdays or Quiet Prayer may be the answer to your need to become a more fervent disciple. There s a Movie Night coming up perhaps that s your like? Community happens when we unite for a common purpose and the Lenten Fish Fry is just around the corner. Helpers and volunteers are ALWAYS appreciated. And let s not forget that coworkers are ALWAYS needed to enhance the Church for the various seasons. Planners with thoughtful design may be a great way for you to get involved! And maybe someone who just wants to iron or water plants is out there. It s ALL GOOD! Lectors and Servers are ALWAYS welcome to step up and help, as are USH- ERS. I know lots of people say I could never do that, however, have you ever tried? Come, and you will see. That s just a short list of the LOTS here that happens to help us grow in our relationship with God and one another this year. Come, and you will see. THANK YOU for your faithfulness and generosity in the Sunday Collection! Grateful LIVING! Fr. John
Mass Schedule and Intentions Bulletin Prayer List Monday January 15 Weekday 1 Sm 15:16-23 / Mk 2:18-22 (311) 9:00 am Pat Viet Byrne Family Tuesday January 16 Weekday 1 Sm 16:1-13 / Mk 2:23-28 (312) 9:00 am Eugene Marosan Walt & Fay Sliwa Wednesday January 17 Saint Anthony, Abbott 1 Sm 17:32-33, 37, 40-51 / Mk 3:1-6 (313) 9:00 am Alice Olszewski Jim & Louise Knapik Thursday January 18 Weekday 1 Sm 18:6-9, 19:1-7 / Mk 3:7-12 (314) 9:00 am Marietta Fyfe Special Intention Friday January 19 Weekday 1 Sm 24:3-21 / Mk 3:13-19 (315) Please remember in prayer all who are ill or homebound, especially the following: Jackie Ayala Maggie Armstrong Donna Baker Mary Anne Bialosky William Conroy Chris Copenhaver Owen Dumm Jim Duncan Chuck Duncan Michael Figlar Brian Follen Joan Foust Betty Glynn Gerry Grant Wayne Goforth Katie Halley Betty Hardman Mark Hill Dennis Jamiot Karen Kljun Jim & Louise Knapik Les Lindenmeier Rob Lucas Karen M. Joseph McLaughlin Tom Nicolay Shem Miller Leo Oblak James Rollin Mary Elizabeth Ryba John Serrao Jeanine Surma Chester Talarczyk 9:00 am William Bauer Special Intention Saturday January 20 Weekday 2 Sm 1:1-4, 11-12, 19, 23-27 / Mk 3:20-21 (316) 9:00 am First Reconciliation Day School 4:00 pm Albert & Eileen Serventi Terry & Mildred Kichurchak Sunday January 21 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Jon 3:1-5, 10 / 1 Cor 7:29-31 / Mk 1:14-20 (68) 7:30 am For All Parishioners Living and Deceased 9:30 am Joseph Price Tom & Diane Krukemeyer 11:30 pm Charlies Bisesi Family Communion Distribution During the winter months of January, February and March, Communion will be distributed under one species, that of the Body of Christ. We will suspend the distribution of the Blood of Christ as a precaution during the flu season. Thank you for your understanding. The gifts of Bread and Wine offered at Sunday Mass become the very Body and Blood of Christ. It is a joy to present these gifts to the Priest as a sign and symbol of the gifts the community offers that of their mind, heart and spirit. We would like to ENCOUR- AGE the FAMILY of those for whom the Mass is being offered to PRESENT the gifts, after the collection has been taken up. PLEASE, make yourself KNOWN to the Usher well before Mass begins, so that due honor of your loved ones can be made. THANK YOU. Weekend Collection Collection for 1/7/18: $12,602.50 Homebound Ministry Our Homebound Parishioners are very important to us and we want to make sure their spiritual needs are being met. If you or a friend or family member are homebound and unable to attend Mass, we would like to bring the Eucharist to you in your home. Please call Diana Lipfird, the Homebound Parishioner Coordinator, at 532-9491 or e-mail her at dlipfird@gmail.com. We will set up a time and day for the Extraordinary Minister to visit that best fits your schedule. If you are an Extraordinary Minister and would like to be part of our team of taking Communion to the homebound, please call Diana at 440-532-9491. In Your Charity In your charity, please remember the repose of the souls of Bob Hardman and Marietta Fyfe. May they rest in eternal peace. Anniversary Wishes If you will be having a wedding anniversary in the month of January and would like your names listed in the bulletin, please call the parish office (440) 243-3877 or email jabraham1@stmaryberea.org Cagri & Amanda Mazi January 14th - 1 year Mike & Debbie Murphy January 16th - 2 years Ray & Mary Jane Barber January 17th - 49 years Thank you!
Monday, January 15 Parish Events Tuesday, January 16 9:30am - Chapel 11:00am - Chapel 12:30pm - Chapel 2:00pm - 5:30pm - Church 7:30pm - Church Wednesday, January 17 9:30am - Chapel 6:30pm - FJG Mtg Rm 7:00pm - Chapel Thursday, January 18 9:30am - Chapel 12:00pm - FJG Mtg Rm 1:30pm - 7:15pm - FJG Mtg Rm Friday, January 19 Saturday, January 20 8:00am - FJG 3:00pm - Church 6:00pm - FJG Sunday, January 21 Rosary Bible Study Quiet Prayer Aristocrat Berea Mass Youth Choir Traditional Choir Rosary Who Am I to Judge Series Liturgy of the Hours Rosary Pinochle Club Northwestern Mass That Man Is You (TMIY) Knight of Columbus Free Throw Contest Confessions St. Mary Athletics: Night at The Races Present the: 2018 Basketball Free Throw Championship Boys and Girls Ages 9-14 Proof of age required at time of registration Winners Advance to District Level Competition Please join us Saturday, January 20, 2018 Registration begins at 8:00 am Competition will begin at 8:30 am St. Mary Berea Garrity Center, 250 Kraft St, Berea For Early Registration: David Culp 440-376-2000 Dmculp75@gmail.com A Few Spots Still Available for: March for Life : Friday - 1/19/18 in Washington D.C. Join fellow Knights & former Parochial Vicar Fr. Greg Schaut for this incredible faithfilled experience. Will depart Cleveland, Thursday 1/18/17 and arrive for mass Friday morning at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Bible Study & Faith Sharing This week we will be finishing up our study of 1 Kings and introduce our next book, Ecclesiastes. Bring your Bible and join us Tuesday at 11:00am to see if the Lord might have a message for you. Quiet Prayer Quiet prayer will meet on Tuesday at 12:20pm in the chapel. We will begin with Lectio divina and gently move into our time of quiet. This may be the perfect time to give yourself the opportunity to try this method of prayer. 12 Step Spirituality 12 Step will meet in the chapel on Thursday from 2:30pm - 4:00pm. Join us as we explore more ways to enrich our 12 step programs using the book Seeds of Grace. Coffee, Tea & Thee Coffee, Tea & Thee will resume on Sunday, 1/14/18 after the 11:30am Mass in the Father John Garrity Center. All are invited to participate in discussion and enjoy coffee, tea and some delicious treats. Please contact Amanda Mazi for further information at 216-727-6779 or email a.mazi0319@gmail.com Please join us in supporting the Cleveland Pregnancy Center through the Loose Change For Life Campaign Starting NEXT WEEKEND Please take a baby bottle or envelope and fill it with coins, bills or a check to assist this life-saving ministry. Return your support by: 2/11/18 The Cleveland Pregnancy Center is a nonprofit, life-affirming, faith-based organization offering pregnancy resources, and limited, obstetrical services to women facing an unplanned pregnancy. Family Perspective Jesus says: Come and you will See. In today s gospel, Jesus did not preach - he invited. Our children need fewer words and more examples. They need to see our faith before they can follow Jesus. What are you preaching by your example?
Ministry Schedules Third Sunday in Ordinary Time - Weekend of January 21st Mass Lector Cantor Extraordinary Ministers Servers 4pm D Canepari S Ward (H) R Wesolek, P Pacer, M Olsen J Hupp C Jamison A Przybys 7:30am K Zanotti (H) D Lipfird, A Carner, B Draves J Dober J Dober M Dober 9:30am C Garr S Scanlon (H) L Latanich, R Latanich, M Patena E Garr O Irvin L Patena 11:30am T Morgan S Hritz (H) N Picard, M B Morgan, M E Nichols D Rodriquez L Alton K McArdle 2ND ANNUAL: Fish Fry and Baked Fish Dinners Fridays of Lent Starting Friday 2/16/18-4:30p 7:00p We need VOLUNTEERS - Set-up, Cooks, Order Table, Serving, Busing Tables, Clean-up & much more. Contact Linda Durica 440-234-0748 or the Parish Office 440-243-3877 HEED THE CALLING Music Ministry and Liturgy Notes By Angela Kovacs Director of Music and Liturgy Thank you again to all who were able to attend our Hymn Festival! It was a beautiful program, and the choir and instrumentalists did fantastically! Everyone singing together is such a wonderful example of community faith, and I can t be any more pleased. If you enjoyed the hymn festival, feel free to invite your friends to next year s! I hear it might in April next year You ll have to wait and see! This week s readings are all about hearing the call of God, and accepting your status as a child of God in your hearts. I love these readings, because it gives me a great reason to use one of my favorite hymns during a weekend mass. Here I Am, Lord is a popular hymn about choosing God, and is many times used during funerals, but texts are multi-faceted and Isaiah 6 can be used for many situations. God, who is there for all, is asking for someone to help spread his message and his aid, so who will help? It is a calling to a higher place of faith. The prelude for this weekend is also similar, entitled Here I Am, gives us comfort that God will be with us during the best and worst of times, as long as we give our hearts up to him. What a beautiful rock of faith we have in our Lord! Choir Rehearsal Schedules: Traditional Choir meets to rehearse on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm. Youth Choir also rehearses on Tuesdays at 5.30pm. If you are interested in participating in any of these choirs, cantoring, or playing an instrument during mass, please call or see Ms. Angela Kovacs after mass up in the loft. The Music Ministry office number is 440.243.3877 ext 27.
Religious Education News To find all the upcoming activities for both PSR and Sacramental Preparation join us at our parish website (www.stmaryberea.org) PSR Due to the inclement weather on Monday January 8 th PSR sessions were cancelled. There is NO PSR on Monday January 15 th due to the Martin Luther King Holiday. Our PSR 2 nd Semester will begin on Monday January 22 nd. Calendar of Events 1/15/2018 NO PSR (Martin Luther King Holiday) 1/20/2018 9:00am St. Mary Church 1 st Reconciliation (SMS) 1/21/2018 10:30am Fr. Garrity Center First Sacraments Session #4-6:00pm Fr. Garrity Center Confirmation Session #4 2 nd Semester begins 1/22/2018 6:45pm St. Mary School - PSR in Session 1/29/2018 6:45pm St. Mary School - PSR in Session 2/05/2018 6:45pm St. Mary School - PSR in Session 2/12/2018-6:45pm St. Mary School PSR in Session 2/16/2018-5:00pm Fr. Garrity Center Confirmation Social Event 2/18/2018 10:30am Fr. Garrity Center First Sacraments Session #5-6:00pm Fr. Garrity Center Confirmation Session #5 2/19/2018 NO PSR (Presidents Day) 2/23/2018 5:00pm Fr. Garrity Center Confirmation Social Event 2/26/2018-6:45pm St. Mary School PSR in Session Sacramental Preparation Congratulations to all our First Sacrament Candidates who received their First Reconciliation on Saturday January 13 th! May you live in God s grace always! Calendar of Events January 20, 2018-9:00am First Reconciliation (SMS) January 21, 2018-9:30am Sacramental Sunday Mass - 10:30am - First Sacraments Session 4-6:00pm - Confirmation Session 4 February 16, 2018-5:00pm Confirmation Social Event February 18, 2018-9:30am Sacramental Sunday Mass - 10:30am - First Sacraments Session 5-6:00pm - Confirmation Session 5 February 23, 2018-5:00pm Confirmation Social Event May 6, 2018-11:30am First Holy Communion May 12, 2018-4:00pm Confirmation First Reconciliation January 20, 2018 First Reconciliation (ALL SMS students) Both services will begin at 9:00am in the Church. Sacramental Sunday Our next Sacramental Sunday is today, January 21 st at the 9:30am Mass. Greeters should meet in the Resurrection Chapel at 8:45am for your door assignment. Discipleship Events January 21 st First Sacraments Holy Eucharist Session #1 SPIRITUAL event; Candidates will be able to support this session by helping setup, support and cleanup of this session. The session will end at 12:00pm. February 16 th - Confirmation Service Social Event (Fr. Garrity Center) Parish Fish Fry; Candidates will be expected to help setup, guide, control and cleanup area; this event is expected to end by 8:00am. February 18 th First Sacraments Holy Eucharist Session #2 SPIRITUAL event; Candidates will be able to support this session by helping setup, support and cleanup of this session. The session will end at 12:00pm. February 23 rd - Confirmation Service Social Event (Fr. Garrity Center) Parish Fish Fry; Candidates will be expected to help setup, guide, control and cleanup area; this event is expected to end by 8:00am. For the complete schedule of events and activities for Confirmation a/or First Sacraments go to http://www.stmaryberea.org/sacramental-prep Mother Teresa To convert is to bring to Christ St. Mary Catholic School News Corner Educating the Mind, Nurturing the Soul Mr. Andrew Carner, Principal Padua High School held an Art Show during the month of December. There were 15 schools participating this year, entering a total of 190 works of art. Several of our students entered an art piece in this and three received an award. Special congratulations to Anna Lake, Kindergarten, who received Third Place, and Siena Habian & Madelyn Schmitt whom both received an Honorable Mention. This is a tremendous accomplishment for these young artists! Mark your calendar SMS PTO is busy preparing for their Ice Cream Social & Family Dance on Friday, February 2 nd. Watch for further details. Attention Ski Club members due to our recent Snow Day on Thursday, Jan. 4 th, please be advised that this ski date will be made up on Thursday, February 8 th. Any questions relating to Ski Club may be addressed to Mr. Brian Jones at bjones@smsberea.org Important Dates to Remember: 01/15/18 - Martin Luther King Day No School 01/16/18 - Student Council Mtg. 8:00a.m. MAP testing continues 01/18/18 - Grade 3 Junior Achievement 01/19/18 - Pre4 & PreK Progress Reports being sent home Power of the Pen practice 3:30p.m. Classroom of Champions practice 3:30p.m. 1/28/18 - OPEN HOUSE - 12:30p.m. - 3:00p.m. To convert is to bring to God. To sanctify is to fill with God. To convert and sanctify is the work of God, but God has chosen in His great mercy the Missionaries of Charity to help Him in His own work. It is a special grace granted to the Missionaries of Charity with no merit on their part to carry the light of Christ into the dark holes and slums. Excerpted from: Love: A Fruit Always in Season Daily Meditations by Mother Teresa (Ignatius Press 1987)
50/50 Side Boards Raffle Baskets Plinko Come Ready To RACE! St. Mary Athletic Commission Presents NIGHT AT THE RACES Saturday, January 20, 2018 Doors open: 6:00pm Race Start: 7:00pm The Fr. John M. Garrity Center 250 Kraft Street, Berea Ohio $30.00 per person / Tables of 8 or 10 available Tickets will be sold at CYO Home Games (at the Fr. John M. Garrity Center) and after all Weekend Masses Starting in January. Or, call the Parish Rectory Office 440-243-3877 or Buy tickets online using your SportsPilot account: https:// reg.sportspilot.com/106012/leagues Monies Raised Support our Athletic Teams And a Special Fund to provide BLEACHERS for the Fr. John Garrity Center. CYO sports are a significant part of a Parish Ministry to its young people. DON T FORGET TO BUY YOUR HORSE! $10/ horse $30.00 Includes great Food from Stancato s, Beer, Wash Request for 2017 Contribution Statement PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY: If you would like to receive a 2017 Contribution Statement please note the following: Requests must be made IN WRITING by completing this form and placing the request in an envelope marked 2017 STATEMENT REQUEST in the weekly collection basket or mailing it to the Parish Office, 250 Kraft Street Attn: Janel. Email option is also available - Please provide your email below. Statements will be ready for pick-up/email in the Parish Office the week of January 22nd. Regrettable, we are unable to honor requests made in person or by telephone. Thank You. Name Address Env # Email