St. Vincent de Paul Church 164 West Market Street Akron, OH 44303-2373 SEPTEMBER 17, 2O17 Twenty-fourth Sunday in ordinary time MASSES: Saturday Vigil: 5 p.m. Sunday: 8:30 and 11 a.m. Weekdays: 6:30 a.m. Holy Days: 6:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 5:30 p.m. CONFESSIONS: Saturday: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thursday before First Friday: 3:30-4:30 p.m.
St. Vincent de Paul Church Page Two Sunday, September 17, 2017 PARISH OFFICE Rev. Norman K. Douglas, Pastor frnorm@stvincentchurch.com Rev. Joseph H. Kraker, Pastor Emeritus Rev. David Halaiko, In Residence Deacon Bob Bender, Pastoral Minister, Ext 203 dcnbob@stvincentchurch.com Mary Anne Beiting, Director of Development & Donor Engagement mabeiting@stvincentchurch.com Connie Pacanovsky, Business Manager, Ext 102 connie@stvincentchurch.com Peggy Wellemeyer, Office Manager, Ext 100 peggy@stvincentchurch.com Ellen Dies, Coordinator of Parish Faith Formation, Ext 101 ellen@stvincentchurch.com Nancy Daley, Music Director, Ext 103 ndaley@stvincentchurch.com Marimargaret Roberts, Office Staff, Ext 102 mroberts@stvincentchurch.com Mike Bauman, Director of Maintenance, Ext 402 mike@stvincentchurch.com Phone: 330-535-3135 Fax: 234-571-2919 Web Site: www.stvincentchurch.com Office Hours: Mon-Fri : 8:30-3:00 ST. VINCENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phone: 330-762-5912 Mrs. Maria Meeker, Principal Address: 17 S. Maple Street, Akron, OH 44303 mmeeker@stvincentelementary.com Mrs. Laurie Belair, Secretary lbelair@stvincentelementary.com PSR Mrs. Ellen Dies, Principal, 330-535-3135, Ext 101 ellen@stvincentchurch.com BULLETIN DEADLINE: In writing by 10 a.m. Thursdays 10 days prior to the date of bulletin Parish Registration: New Parishioners are most welcome and should register at the rectory as soon as possible. If moving out of the parish, please notify the rectory. Baptisms: Please call the rectory to schedule baptisms. Marriages: Couples intending to marry should call the rectory at least SIX MONTHS prior to the marriage. Weddings are scheduled for Saturdays at 2 p.m. Parish School of Religion (PSR) Pre-School - 8th: September through May in St. Vincent Grade School - Sundays 9:45-10:45 a.m. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (Becoming Catholic): Presentations begin in September. For information, call 330-535-3135. Hospital/Sick/Shut-in Visitation: Please notify the Rectory when a parishioner is hospitalized, shut-in, or ill. Funerals: Please notify a Priest as soon as possible regarding arrangements, either personally or through the funeral director. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: 1 Tm 2:1-8; Ps 28:2, 7-9; Lk 7:1-10 Tuesday: 1 Tm 3:1-13; Ps 101:1b-3ab, 5-6; Lk 7:11-17 Wednesday: 1 Tm 3:14-16; Ps 111:1-6; Lk 7:31-35 Thursday: Eph 4:1-7, 11-13; Ps 19:2-5; Mt 9:9-13 Friday: 1 Tm 6:2c-12; Ps 49:6-10, 17-20; Lk 8:1-3 Saturday: 1 Tm 6:13-16; Ps 100:1b-5; Lk 8:4-15 Sunday: Is 55:6-9; Ps 145:2-3, 8-9, 17-18; Phil 1:20c-24, 27a; Mt 20:1-16a QUESTION OF THE WEEK Who needs my forgiveness? How might I start a ripple of forgiveness that could expand to a global tidal wave of unending forgiveness? "All that is required for evil to triumph is for good people to do nothing." Edmund Burke
St. Vincent de Paul Church Page Three Sunday, September 17, 2017 FORGIVENESS SATURDAY, September 16 * VIGIL/ 24th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 5:00 Darah Louise Farris - Birthday SUNDAY, September 17 * 24th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 8:30 The People of SVDP Parish 11:00 Mary Beth Dobo MONDAY, September 18 * Weekday 6:30 Phil Phillips - Birthday TUESDAY, September 19 * St. Januarius, Bishop & Martyr 6:30 The intentions of Steve and Lori Phillips on their 30th wedding anniversary WEDNESDAY, September 20 * St. Andrew Kim Tae-gon, Priest & Paul Chong Ha-sang and Companions, Martyrs 6:30 John P. Denholm THURSDAY, September 21 * St. Matthew, Apostle & Evangelist 6:30 Living & Deceased members of SVDP Altar Society FRIDAY, September 22 * Weekday 6:30 Intentions of Lisa & Joseph Mulcahey 8:15 Willard & Gladys Maloy SATURDAY, September 23 * VIGIL/ 25th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 5:00 Rev. Thomas Gallagher - Birthday SUNDAY, September 24 * 25th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 8:30 For the People of SVDP Parish 11:00 Frank & Anne Kosla Offertory Children s. E-Give... Hurricane Relief.. COLLECTIONS Thank you for your support! September 10, 2017 $ 6,789.24 $ 22.79 $ 3,237.50 $ 3,558.00 Nearly ten years before, a son and father had parted ways when the business they shared went bankrupt. The son blamed the father. They did not speak to each other again. Then the father became seriously ill. The mother called the son and told him he had better come soon. The son walked sheepishly into the hospital room. The father motioned his son to him and whispered: "Did you ever think you could do anything that would keep me from loving you?" Resentment and anger are foul things, the first reading from Sirach tells us. Remember the last things. Stop hating. Live by the commandments. As Saint Paul writes to the Romans, we are to live for the Lord and die for the Lord. Jesus' parable in today's Gospel reminds us of God's compassion. The immense sin of humanity has been forgiven and stricken from the record. We are to forgive others in the same way. Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. III II II I WEDDING BANNS Raul Vincente Rodriguez + Sarah Marie Hilkert Jonathan Matthew Boal + Maggie Michelle Fuller Mark Charles Weymer + Jaclyn Marie Guidetti Michael Thomas McGing + Kelly Marie Renzi FAMILY PERSPECTIVES When we forgive someone, we unilaterally choose not to hold a grudge against him or her. When we reconcile, we move to a new plateau in our relationship where the needs of all parties are heard and respected. In families we can sometimes forgive someone without even speaking. Reconciling is more difficult, for we must involve the one who has hurt us and rebuild trust. It is not always safe or possible to reconcile, but forgiveness is an essential ingredient of the Kingdom of Heaven. A person is a person no matter how small." Dr. Seuss
St. Vincent de Paul Church Page Four Sunday, September 17, 2017 A WORD FROM THE DEACON As a deacon, I learned fairly early on that one can never say everything that could or even should be said in a homily. I try to stimulate a thought or two that hopefully can be connected to other homilies that you have heard over the years, bible study reflections, or your own meditating upon the activity of God in your life. I am grateful, though, for the opportunity to share a thought or two in this way. The readings from Sirach and the gospel of Matthew this weekend speak to us of the importance of forgiveness. Earlier in Matthew s gospel Jesus gives us the difficult command to... love your enemies. Forgiveness is but one expression of this command. Most of us, sadly, go through life with at least a few people we may feel are our enemies. Or, more broadly, people seem to hate us. There are people whom we ve offended and to whom we ve apologized, but who refuse to accept our apologies. There are people at work who we ve angered, who are jealous of us or who have set themselves against us. There are people in our families who hold a grudge against us for some mysterious reason that we can never comprehend. And there are people who seem to dislike us or wish us ill for no good reason. It s a sad part of human life. How are we to love these people? The word the gospel uses to describe this kind of love is agape. Agape is a sort of unconquerable benevolence or invincible goodwill. Jesus is asking us to agape people no matter how they treat us, no matter how they insult us. No matter what their actions, we never allow bitterness against them to invade our hearts, but will treat them with goodwill. It doesn t mean that we have to love our enemies the same way that we speak about falling in love with someone or the way we love our family members. It simply means we must open our hearts to them. All of this is easier said than done. In my life, I have found this probably the most difficult thing to do as a Christian. Much could be said about this. One thing I have learned is to pray for them. In my experience, it s easier to agape someone you dislike (or who dislikes you) when you pray for them. Because when you pray for them, God often opens your heart to seeing people the way that God sees them, rather than the way you see them, even people who may be filled with anger toward you.... Deacon Bob TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME September 17, 2017 Forgive your neighbor's injustice; then when you pray, your own sins will be forgiven. -- Sirach 28:2 SVDP MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY Tuesdays September 19 th, 26 th! 3 to 4:30 Service hours galore! Let s help brighten our senior citizen members by making book marks for them. They will be distributed at the local nursing homes and hospitals. We also can make signs for the Marathon runners. Let s get ahead of the game and work on October projects also! I will provide the snacks and drink! While also here, let s make plans for October, November, and December. Thinking ahead about Giving Tree, parties, etc. It is your group what are you looking for??? Saturday, September 23 rd! 8:30 1:00 The Akron Marathon runs right past the church and rectory! Let s cheer the runners on as the approach the finish line! Bring sign, horns, noise makers, etc. and let s have a fun day. I ll bring drinks and hot dogs you bring snacks to share. October 8 - Halloween Experience Maize Valley 8 acre corn maze, wagon rides to the pumpkin patch (pumpkins are an additional charge), pumpkin cannon demonstrations, Nashog pig races, duck races, Goat-a-palooza featuring the goat ridge boys, chicken run, tire pile, straw bale mountain, and Frank the combine. Megasaurus & Transaurus are also at Maize Valley!! CONGRATULATIONS! Congratulations to Steve + Lori Phillips who are celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary at the 5 p.m. Mass. 50 YEARS! ST. VINCENT HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1967! Congratulations and God bless you!
St. Vincent de Paul Church Page Five Sunday, September 17, 2017 CATECHETICAL SUNDAY At our Masses this weekend, we celebrate Catechetical Sunday. The theme this year is Living as Missionary Disciples. We honor the dedicated teachers in our Parish Day School, our Parish School of Religion (PSR), the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), and our other faith formation and spiritual renewal opportunities for youth and adults. They are truly conscientious and caring missionary disciples. We recognize, celebrate, and want to support all parents, grandparents, and other family members who exemplify and pass on our rich Catholic Christian faith in their homes. You are very significant catechists, missionary disciples and your home is the first missionary formation center. Fr. Norm The warmth of Summer is fading but we can still feel the warmth of Giving! Our group is concentrating on providing cereal/oatmeal, fruit, chunky soup, and stew/chili for the fall. As always, you may bring in ANY food from your pantry! We appreciate your generosity - seeing the weekly food donations always lifts our spirits. Thank You! Auxiliary Ladies ST. VINCENT ALTAR SOCIETY The St. Vincent Altar Society will be holding its first meeting of the year on Monday, September 18, in the Scullen Room at 7pm. All are invited. If you are not currently a member, you are welcome to attend to see what we are all about. The mission of the Altar Society is to enhance worship by offering our time, talent, and treasure towards the beautification and maintenance of the altar, sanctuary, sacristy, and worship space. In addition, the Altar Society offers support to other ministries in the parish and creates opportunities for parishioners to come together in friendship and fellowship. Please join us! For more information please contact: Ellen Green, 330-867-1364 or Marcy McManis, 330-864-0686 CO-CREATING A FUTURE FULL OF HOPE A reminder to all our annual Parish Gathering, Co-Creating a Future Full of Hope, will be held next Sunday, September 24, Noon 3 p.m. in Corrigan Hall in the Family Center. We will share a meal and prioritize specific parish goals for the coming year. We want your input as we continue to go forth as a Church of missionary disciples. PARISH SCHOOL OF RELIGION - P.S.R. Did you know P.S.R. serves Pre-K 8 th grade? If your child is not attending a Catholic school, please take advantage of this wonderful program. P.S.R. classes begin today at St. Vincent Parish School, following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. It s not too late to register. See Ellen Dies in the PSR office in the school following Mass. SECOND COLLECTION SEPTEMBER 23/24 Next week, our second collection is for the Catholic Communication Campaign. This campaign connects people with Christ, here and around the world in developing countries, through the internet, television, radio, and print media. Fifty percent of funds collected remains in our diocese to fund local communications efforts. Your support helps spread the gospel message! To learn more, visit www.usccb.org/ccc. GRAND Book Fair Event Sunday. Sept. 17th 9am 1pm Scullen Room Donuts and coffee provided
St. Vincent de Paul Church Page Six Sunday, September 17, 2017 FAITH ALIVE FOLLOW-UP Please join Father Norm as he leads an interactive discussion on finding happiness and contentment. Learn how Catholic Spirituality can helps us develop a mature and rewarding Faith. We will explore how developing a close relationship with Jesus Christ provides coping skills applicable to early adulthood, parenthood, singlehood, divorce and onward through life. This will be held on Thursday, September 21, 7-9 p.m. in the Spiritual Center at St. Hilary's. For more information, please call Ellen Dies at 330-535-3135 X 101 or ellen@stvincentchurch.com. THE AKRON MARATHON Saturday, September 23! 8:30 1:00 Are you a runner in the Akron Marathon? How about a supporter of a runner??? Join us on the front lawn as the runners charge right past the rectory on their way to the finish line. If you are a runner, let us know and we will have a special sign for you! (Let Ellen know at ellen@stvincentchurch.com) Bring signs, horns, bells, noise makers, etc. and let s have a fun day. We will provide the drinks and hot dogs you bring snacks to share. AM 1260 The Rock, your local Catholic radio station, is pleased to be airing a new program from EWTN Radio - ENCOUNTER with Dan DeMatte and Patrick Reis - Saturday nights at 8 PM Eastern. Listen live on AM 1260 The Rock! ENCOUNTER with Dan DeMatte & Patrick Reis brings young adults the life-changing testimonies of ordinary people that launch them into lives of extraordinary mission for Christ and His Church. Encounter with Dan DeMatte & Patrick Reis is a co-production of EWTN Radio & St. Gabriel Catholic Radio. Tune in Saturday nights at 8PM Eastern on AM 1260 The Rock. AM 1260 The Rock, WCCR Cleveland, is a lay apostolate with the mission to provide quality programming that is faithful to the teachings of the Church and presented in a way that inspires conversion of heart and a deepening of faith while building up the local body of Christ. WOULD YOU LIKE TO HAVE THE BEST SEAT IN OUR CHURCH? As an Adult Altar Server, you would have that! If you have ever wanted to learn how to be an altar server, (or if you were one in grade school and would like to be a part of the Mass again), you are invited to a meeting and training in our church on Monday, September 25, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. We are looking for both men and women to become altar servers. We will be utilizing our servers for special Masses (like Holy Days and Holidays), as well as Funeral Masses. If you are unable to make it, but would like more information, please contact Bob Pacanovsky at (330) 352-6084 or Bob@BobPacanovsky.com. CHEERS FOR A CHILD Christ Child Society of Akron is hosting our fourth annual Cheers for a Child event at Thirsty Dog Brewery, 529 Grant Street, Akron OH, on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, from 4:30-7:30. Presale tickets are $25, $30 at door. Tickets include appetizers, drinks and homemade desserts. Purchase your tickets at https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/cheers-for-a-child-tickets- 35181016367. All proceeds go towards our many service projects that reach out to children in need. ATTENTION ALL GOLFERS Right to Life of Northeast Ohio invites you to enjoy a round of golf, good food, prizes and camaraderie at the beautiful Silver Lake Country Club on Monday, Sept. 18. Registration opens at 10 am with a Noon shotgun start. Registration fee is $125/golfer and includes putting green, driving range, lunch, golf with cart, beer and soft drinks on the course, dinner and great prizes. Your support helps us to continue with our mission to save lives NOW! To register, call 330-762-2785 or visit our website at www.righttolifeofnortheastohio.com.
St. Vincent de Paul Church Page Seven Sunday, September 17, 2017 St. Vincent-St. Mary High School A Catholic School in the Marianist Tradition St. Vincent St. Mary High School invites all interested families to our Open House on Sunday, September 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. STVM students will provide guided tours of our academic facilities! Faculty and Coaches will be available to answer your questions. Register at www.stvm.com. Questions? Contact Director of Admissions, Amy Bisesi Barcelo VM06, at abarcelo@stvm.com or 330-253-9113 x 115. We re expecting you! Be your Best Be IRISH! QUEEN OF ANGELS RELIGIOUS TREASURES Queen of Angels Religious Treasures, located in St. Joseph Church at 2 nd & Sackett streets in Cuyahoga Falls is dedicated to strengthening our faith c o m m u n i t i e s t h r o u g h e d u c a t i o n a n d evangelization. Our AWESOME summer sale will be ending on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 TH. Our goal has been to offer you an opportunity to purchase Catholic books and gift items at a greatly reduced price and at the same time reduce our current inventory to make room for new items. This is a WIN -WIN situation for both our Apostolate and for our supporters. Many items are marked down 25 50% off. EVERYTHING IN THE STORE IS ON SALE. THE LOWEST DISCOUNT IS 15%. Thank you for your past and future support. TIPS FOR EVERY DAY CHOOSE: Paper over plastic. Approximately 500 billion plastic bags are used each year and it takes 500-1,000 years to degrade. Reusable over Disposable! Walking or biking over driving! Recycling over landfill! RIVER VALLEY PAPER COMPANY THANKS ALL OF YOU FOR YOUR HARD WORK! CYO REFEREE ACADEMY CYO Referee Academy is looking for High School and College Students wanting to learn how to officiate basketball games at the 3 rd and 4 th grade level. If you want to make some extra money, and be a part of CYO and its mission, the Diocese of Cleveland CYO is looking for you! Games are held on Saturdays and Sundays in the winter beginning December 3 February 4. CYO will conduct trainings in October & November at various locations. Officials will be paid between $12-$15 a game to officiate. To register or for more information, please visit: www.dioceseofclevelandcyo.org If you have any questions, please contact Vic at the CYO office, 330-379-3636 ext. 16 or e-mail vrosato@ccdocle.org. RECYCLE BONUS WEEK!!! BONUS PICK-UP DATES SEPTEMBER 19 AND 21 To celebrate River Valley is giving us an extra $5 / ton during Bonus Week * Newspapers * Phonebooks * Office and School Paper * Magazines * Mail * Catalogs * Hard & Soft Bound Books * Brown Paper Bags * Cardboard Items FUN FACTS! Most landfills are made of at least 1/3 packaging materials that could have been recycled. Reduce! Reuse! Recycle! For July our 3,620 lbs. of recycled paper saved: 30.77 Trees 452.50 Pounds of CO2 5.97 Cubic Yards of Landfill Space 12,670.00 Gallons of Water 7,421.00 Kilowatts of Electricity 1.81 Homes Heated for 5 months 108.60 Pounds of Air Pollutants
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