BLESSED SACRAMENT CHURCH Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Holy Week: Check out our complete schedule of Holy Week and plan on attending as much as you can. Next Sunday is Palm Sunday. Join us for the Ecumenical Walk! Happy St. Patrick Day! I am so grateful that during our church restoration we were able to backlight the St. Patrick window which had been dark for many years in our church. St. Patrick is a great patron of evangelization and an inspiration for the renewal that we are seeking as a parish. Please enjoy this nice biography of St. Patrick from Catholic Online. St. Patrick of Ireland is one of the world s most popular saints. He was born in Roman Britain and when he was fourteen or so, he was captured by Irish pirates during a raiding party and taken to Ireland as a slave to herd and tend sheep. At the time, Ireland was a land of Druids and pagans but Patrick turned to God and wrote his memoir, The Confession. In The Confession, he wrote: The love of God and his fear grew in me more and more, as did the faith, and my soul was rosed, so that, in a single day, I have said as many as a hundred prayers and in the night, nearly the same. I prayed in the woods and on the mountain, even before dawn. I felt no hurt from the snow or ice or rain. Patrick s captivity lasted until he was twenty, when he escaped after having a dream from God in which he was told to leave Ireland by going to the coast. There he found some sailors who took him back to Britain and was reunited with his family. I saw a man coming, as it were from Ireland. His name was Victoricus, and he carried many letters, and he gave me one of them. I read the heading: The Voice of the Irish. As I began the letter, I imagined in that moment that I heard the voice of those very people who were near the wood of Foclut, which is beside the western sea-and they cried out, as with one voice: We appeal to you, holy servant boy, to come and walk among us. The vision prompted his studies for the priesthood. He was ordained by St. Germanus, the Bishop of Auxerre, whom he had studied under for years, and was later ordained a bishop and sent to take the Gospel to Ireland. Patrick arrived in Slane, Ireland on March 25, 433. There are several legends about what happened next, with the most prominent claiming he met the chieftain of one of the druid tribes, who tried to kill him. After an intervention from God, Patrick was able to convert the chieftain and preach the Gospel throughout Ireland. There, he converted many people eventually thousands and he began building churches across the country. He often used shamrocks to explain the Holy Trinity and entire kingdoms were eventually converted to Christianity after hearing Patrick s message. NEWARK, OHIO Patrick preached and converted all of Ireland for 40 years. He worked many miracles and wrote of his love for God in Confessions. After years of living in poverty, traveling and enduring much suffering he died March 17, 461. He died at Saul, where he had built the first Irish church. He is believed to be buried in Down Cathedral, Downpatrick. His grave was marked in 1990 with a granite stone. In His Footsteps: Patrick was a humble, pious, gentle man, whose love and total devotion to and trust in God should be a shining example to each of us. So complete was his trust in God, and of the importance of his mission, he feared nothing not even death. The Breastplate, Patrick s poem of faith and trust in God: Christ be within me, Christ behind me, Christ before me, Christ beside me, Christ to win me, Christ to comfort and restore me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ inquired, Christ in danger, Christ in hearts of all that love me, Christ in mouth of friend and stranger. In Christ, Fr. Wilson Intentions for the Week of March 18th Tuesday: Lenten Weekday 6:15 P.M. Edward Tussey by Debora & Family Wednesday: Lenten Weekday 9:00 A.M. Elizabeth Freed by Sally Thompson Thursday: Lenten Weekday 9:00 A.M. Leola Brown by Dick & Joan Reischman Friday: St. Turibius of Mogrovejo, Bishop 9:00 A.M. Steve & Mary Yanka (Anniversary of Death) by Dad & Mom Sunday Vigil: Lenten Weekday Esther Ghiloni by Art & Family Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord 8:00 A.M. For the People of the Parish 10:45 A.M. Deceased members of the Lombardo & Annarino Families by Family Richard Spellman by Family Remember in your prayers all parishioners who are ill or injured, especially for Callan Porter, Kristina Layton, Marjeanne McDonnell, Velma Braunbeck, Grace Barsotti, Sara Stephens, Thomas Wheeler, Judith Rada, Charlotte Walker, Carter Braendle, Linda Elizondo, Wes Baker, Rob Thompson, Rita Carter, Rita Norton, Barbara LeVeque, Eileen Gray, Ed Schmeltzer, Ashley Markam, John Pintz, Tim Robb, Barb Evans, Barb Rue, Ed Moats, Renee McCann, Donald Bexstead, Mark Spinazzola, John Deering, Michelle Darkes, Debbie Ridenour, Mingo O Rourke, Karen Addy, and for those who are homebound or in healthcare facilities.
Liturgical Ministers Schedule Week of March 18th Daily Schedule 6:15 p.m., Tuesday, March 20th Judy Healy (L), Volunteers (Servers) 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 21st Yvonne King (L), Maria Geiger, Nicholas Richards (Servers) 9:00 a.m., Thursday, March 22nd Don Montell (L), Hannah O Rourke, Peyton Riley (Servers) 9:00 a.m., Friday, March 23rd Assigned (L), Drew Caton, Mary Snider, Joseph Stanley, Mani King (Servers) Sunday Vigil, March 24th Emma Lohri Christopher Geiger Maria Geiger Sarah Snider Mary Snider Sunday, March 25th 8:00 A.M. Colin Crumrine Nicholas Richards Peyton Riley Emily Tennyson Braydon Vanvelzor 10:45 A.M. Imani King Lacey Holman Violet Caton Drew Caton DéAndre King-Thompson Sam Anderson Jeffery Urban Sara Moore Clayton Montgomery Gabe Montgomery Sunday Lector & Eucharistic Ministers Schedule Sunday Vigil, March 24th Christine Billig, Ken Billig (L), Deacon Patrick, Tina Frischen, Debbie Bickle, Caroline Starr, Theresa Nutter (EM) Sunday, March 25th 8:00 A.M. Elizabeth Bowman, Josh Caton (L), Deacon Patrick, Valerie Koch, Jacob Koch, Peggy Komada, Nancy Ogilbee (EM) 10:45 A.M. Yvonne King, Scott Van Horn (L), Deacon Patrick, Sharon Van Horn, Karen Gross, Kathy VanWy, Jay Goletz (EM) Cliff Bigler, Erin Lane (L), Deacon Patrick, Michelle Cleland, Joyce Vest (EM) Next Week s Scripture March 25th Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord 1st Reading: Isaiah 50:4-7 My God, my God, why have you abandoned me? Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 2nd Reading: Philippians 2:6-11 Gospel: Mark 14:1-15:47 This week, we pray Liturgy of the Hours Seasonal Proper I. Our Stewardship Collection March 11, 2018 Budgeted per Week $ 12,199.38 Offertory (180 envelopes) $ 7,892.50 Average Auto Withdrawal (118 households) $ 4,079.22 Loose Cash $ 591.05 Total $ 12,562.77 Year to Date Offertory Budget $ 451,377.06 Year to Date Actual Offerings $ 446,984.14 YTD Deficit ($ 4,392.92) Catholic Relief Collection $ 406.00 YTD Centennial Building Fund Collection $ 40,591.63 Centennial Building Loan Balance $ 1,640,102.03 YTD Church Restoration Collection $ 112,246.20 Church Restoration Loan Balance $ 129,109.74 When Jesus heard about the illness of His friend, Lazarus, He responded, This illness is not to end in death; rather it is for God s glory, that through it the Son of God be glorified. Every aspect of our lives our gifts as well as our sufferings can, if surrendered to Christ, lead to blessing for others and ourselves. Let us pray for those in the military on active duty and overseas: Douglas Chacey, Air Force Nathan Hall, Navy Lucas Chacey, Air Force Chase Meldau, Marines Edward Wilson, Navy Brandon Medley, Army Joshua P. Brown, Air Force Bob Yanka, Army Foxx Schneider, Marines Drake Nance, Army Catherine Wagner, Air Force Aubrey Biller, Army David L Esperance, Army Evan Sturm, Navy Dillon Nethers, Coast Guard Logan Gray, Army Edward Starr, Air National Guard Victoria McPherson, Air National Guard Caroline Thiel, Naval Academy Rudy Snider, Air Force Academy Christopher Severino, Air Force Connor Severino, Air Force Academy If you wish to submit names for this list, please call the parish office at 740-345-4290.
Our Parish & School Events Parish Prayerline The entire parish is requested to pray: The Vatican Intentions for the month of March Evangelization: Formation in Spiritual Discernment That the Church may appreciate the urgency of formation in spiritual discernment, both the personal and communitarian levels. Father Wilson s Intention: That all of the sick of the parish would experience healing, strength, and peace. Adoration...A Special Gift! Prayer of adoration in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament unites the faithful with the Paschal Mystery; it enables them to share in Christ s sacrifice of which the Eucharist is the permanent Sacrament. St. John Paul II We invite you to join us in Adoration! Enter into a close relationship with Jesus. Sit in silent prayer, listen to Him speak and leave the problems of the day for an hour. Peace will enter your heart! Adorers are needed: Mondays: 1:00-2:00 p.m., 4:00-5:00 p.m., 6:00-7:00 p.m.; Wednesday: 5:00-6:00 p.m., 6:00-7:00 p.m., 7:00-8:00 p.m., 9:00-10:00 p.m. If you would like to become an Adorer or if you have any questions, call Caroline Starr at 740-366-3591. You are always welcome to stop in church to spend a few minutes with the Lord! Celebrate Christ s presence in our lives! Lenten Communal Penance Services Our Lady of Mount Carmel Buckeye Lake Sunday, March 18th at 4:00 p.m. Church of the Ascension Johnstown Tuesday, March 20th at 7:00 p.m. Palm Sunday Walk All parishioners, family and friends are invited to participate and encouraged to begin Holy Week by walking in the Annual Palm Sunday Ecumenical Procession on Sunday, March 25th at 9:45 a.m., as we gather with other churches from East Newark at the Canal Market (36 E Canal Street). We will have a short prayer service then, carrying our palm branches, proceed down East Main Street to our church in time for at 10:45 a.m. For more information, call the parish office at 740-345-4290. This Week St. Vincent de Paul Collection Sunday, March 18 7:30 a.m. Rosary 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. RCIA Class Library 9:00 a.m. CCD Classes 10:45 a.m. w/ccd students 5:00 p.m. 6:15 p.m. Last Financial Peace U. Shepherd Hall Monday, March 19 12:00 p.m. Adoration until 8:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. WWP Bible Study Shepherd Hall Tuesday, March 20 5:00 p.m. Adoration until 6:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Reconciliation until 6:00 p.m. 6:15 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Finance Meeting Conference Room 7:00 p.m. Choir Practice Wednesday, March 21 BSS Flower Sale Orders Due 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Adoration until midnight 12:00 p.m. St. Michael Meeting Conference Room 6:30 p.m. Cub Scouts Shepherd Hall 7:00 p.m. Renewal Committee Meeting Library Thursday, March 22 9:00 a.m. 1:55 p.m. BSS Shadow Stations Shepherd Hall 6:00 p.m. Alpha Team Library 6:30 p.m. Alpha Shepherd Hall Friday, March 23 9:00 a.m. 1:55 p.m. BSS Benediction with Dcn. Patrick 7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross Saturday, March 24 9:00 a.m. Drama Practice Annex 4:00 p.m. Reconciliation 5:00 p.m. Sunday, March 25 7:30 a.m. Rosary 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. RCIA Class Library 9:00 a.m. CCD Classes 9:45 a.m. Palm Sunday Ecumenical Procession from Canal Market, Downtown Newark 10:45 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Begins at: Sunday, March 25 8:00 a.m. Ecumenical Palm Sunday Procession from 9:45 a.m. Canal Market Downtown Newark back to our church (all ages encouraged to join the walk) 10:45 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Monday, March 26 Morning 9:00 a.m. Eucharistic Adoration 12 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. Reconciliation until 8pm or until all are heard 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 27 Morning 9:00 a.m. Chrism at St. Joseph Cathedral 6:00 p.m. 212 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio Wednesday, March 28 Morning 9:00 a.m. Eucharistic Adoration till Midnight 10:00 a.m. Reconciliation until 8pm or until all are heard 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 29 Morning Prayer 9:00 a.m. The Sacred Paschal Triduum Thursday, March 29 of the Lord s Supper 7:00 p.m. Eucharistic Procession & Adoration in the Marian Room immediately following of the Lord s Supper till Midnight Good Friday, March 30 Stations of the Cross 12:00 p.m. Reconciliation until 2pm 1:00 p.m. Rosary with Deacon Patrick 1:00 p.m. Begin Divine Mercy Novena - Church 2:00 p.m. Celebration of the Passion of the Lord (Good Friday) Stations of the Cross 7:00 p.m. Holy Saturday, March 31 Morning Prayer Divine Mercy Novena - Church The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night 9:00 a.m. 8:45 p.m. Easter Octave Schedule Easter Sunday The Resurrection of the Lord 8:00 a.m. April 1 The of Easter Sunday Divine Mercy Novena - Church 9:30 a.m. The Resurrection of the Lord The of Easter Sunday 10:00 a.m. The Resurrection of the Lord The of Easter Sunday 12:00 p.m.
Easter Octave Schedule - Continued Easter Monday Parish Office Closed April 2 Adoration until 8pm in the Church 12:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Novena Church Easter Tuesday Divine Mercy Novena Church April 3 Adoration until 6pm in the Church 5:00 p.m. Reconciliation until 6pm 5:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m. Easter Wednesday 9:00 a.m. April 4 Adoration until Midnight in the Church 10:00 a.m. Divine Mercy Novena Church Easter Thursday 9:00 a.m. April 5 Divine Mercy Novena Church Easter Friday 9:00 a.m. April 6 Divine Mercy Novena - Church Easter Saturday Reconciliation 8:15 a.m. April 7 First Saturday Latin 9:00 a.m. Divine Mercy Novena - Church Reconciliation 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Sunday of Divine Mercy 8:00 a.m. April 8 10:45 a.m. Eucharistic Adoration until 3pm 11:30 a.m. Reconciliation until 2:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Divine Mercy Chaplet & Benediction Jesus, I Trust in You 5:00 p.m.
health care fully alive CMF CURO is the country s first Catholic health care ministry. Together with the health sharing ministry Samaritan Ministries International, CMF CURO offers an affordable, Christ-centered alternative to health insurance that is fully consistent with the Catholic faith. Authentically Catholic and committed to building Catholic community and the Gospel of Life in health care Members share medical costs with the Christian community nationwide Affordable health care for every budget with different sharing levels available Active in defending religious liberty and conscience rights in Washington D.C. Engaged in promoting and caring for health of body, mind, and spirit of members Contact Kate Allwein (614) 940-4652 kateallwein@christmedicus.org We love having control of our health care in our own hands and having the option to bear one another s burdens (Gal. 6:2). After joining CMF CURO, my husband and daughter both had serious accidents that required medical attention. The experience of allowing others to share our burden was so profound! - Crissa and Justin Fruechte and family
St. Gabriel Catholic Radio is listener supported Their twice a year fund raiser will be on AM 820 March 21st through March 24th. Our very own Fr. Johnathan Wilson will be on the air, Friday, March 23rd, from 3:00-4:00 p.m. Tune in and support Fr. Wilson and AM 820! Call 614 459-4820 or go to http://stgabrielradio.com/. Easter Times The Easter Vigil begins at 8:45 p.m. on Saturday, March 31st. Easter Sunday es on April 1st are at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. We will not have any 5:00 p.m. es Easter weekend. Blessed Sacrament Catholic Men s Ministry Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bscmm FlockNote: Text BLSAC to 84576 Band of Brothers is monthly on the 1st Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. in Shepherd Hall. Call Mike Stickle at 740-258- 3138. Band of Brothers meet monthly on the 1st and 3rd Saturday, 6:30-8:00 a.m. in Shepherd Hall. Call Mike Tennyson at 740-973-5377 or OhFamilyMan@gmail. com. Holy Name Society meet monthly on the 4th Tuesday at the K of C #721 Hall. Contact President Vern Jewitt at 740-334-1821 or vern@quickprototypes.com. Knights of Columbus Council #721 is the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month at the K of C #721 Hall. Contact Grand Knight Bert Scott at 740-349-0210 or bscott33@ windstream.net. News Line: It s not too late to join Band of Brothers in exploring Jeff Cavins Bible Study Journey Through the Bible. Contact Mike Tennyson at 740-973-5377 for information. Employment Opportunity at Blessed Sacrament Applications for a Director of Youth Ministry and Faith Formation are now being accepted until April 13th. The Director of Youth Ministry and Faith Formation has responsibility for directing the parish pastoral ministry to young adults and overseeing faith formation programs. There is a special emphasis on family ministry. A complete description of this part-time position is available at columbuscatholic.org and click on the tab employment or go to our web page at blsac.net. St. Peregrine Fund Reflection Scripture shows us that God is just. This week, we also hear that God is merciful. He rewards those who believe in Him but condemns those who do not. However, this week, we begin to realize the full scope of God s mercy. We hear that the Lord will make a new covenant with His people, so that those with no faith will come to know the Lord. Additionally, the Lord will accept His people, and He will not only forgive them of their sins but also remember them no more. The Lord is overwhelmingly merciful with His people. Knowing that the Lord shows us abundant mercy, we should also strive to show others mercy, especially those who are suffering from poverty and illness. We can show mercy to others by helping to meet their needs, whether they be spiritual, physical, or emotional. We can be compassionate in standing with those who are sick and weary, visiting them and praying with them. We can also be compassionate in giving to the diocesan St. Peregrine Fund. This fund assists cancer patients and their families with unmet needs and provides outreach to individuals and families dealing with all forms of cancer in the Catholic Diocese of Columbus. For more information, email socmailbox@colsdioc.org or call 614-241-2540. Intentions One of the greatest acts of charity is to pray for the living and the dead, and the greatest and most powerful prayer we have is the, since the fruits of the are the very fruits of Jesus redemption. stipends (offerings) are $10.00 each. All intentions will be listed in the bulletin. We have many daily times plus weekend times available. Call the parish office at 740-345-4290 to schedule intentions. BSS Annual Spring Flower and Plant Sale The annual Spring Flower and Plant Sale, benefitting Blessed Sacrament Home and School Association, is in full swing, through Wednesday, March 21st. Advance orders can be placed with any BSS student or catalog/ order forms are available in the church vestibule or school office. You may browse the catalog and place credit card orders online! Simply use https:// app.fundraiseit.org/shop.php?code=1fbb5. Orders will be ready for pick-up in the school annex on Friday, May 4th, from 12:00 noon until 7:00 p.m.
FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT MARCH 18, 2018 You re invited to participate in CRS Rice Bowl Rice Bowls are available at church entries and in the vestibule. Be sure to take home a Rice Bowl and use this fun and easy resource to deepen your family s Lenten experience and make a difference in the lives of the poor. Return your Rice Bowl by dropping it in the collection basket by Easter Sunday, April 1st. Register for Blessed Sacrament School! Registration for Blessed Sacrament School is open for the 2018-2019 school year! We offer small classes, friendly students and an excellent staff! Our leader has over 2,000 years of teaching experience Jesus! Jagger, a student at BSS, says his favorite thing about our school is the nice staff, they are very friendly! We offer EdChoice Expansion scholarships. EdChoice expansion is a full tuition scholarship for those whose income qualifies. For a family of 4 the income cap is $50,200.00. Call our school office today at 740-345- 4125 for more information or to arrange a visit. CMF CURO, a Catholic Living Health Care Ministry Are you seeking an affordable alternative to secular medical insurance, consistent with your Catholic faith? CMF CURO, a Catholic Living Health Care Ministry, offers a health care program that empowers participants to manage their health while actively living their Catholic faith. CMF CURO is consistent with Catholic moral teachings, half (or less) the cost of traditional health insurance, in many cases, and a way to invest in the culture of life and true Catholic health caring. A Representative from CMF CURO will be available after es on Saturday, March 17th, and Sunday, March 18th - 8:00 am and 10:45 am. You may also reach Kate Allwein at kateallwein@christmedicus.org or 614-940- 4652. Newark Catholic Touch of Class Dinner and Auction Newark Catholic Touch of Class Auction is Saturday, April 28th at NC High School, 1 Green Wave Drive, with the theme A Night at The Races. Preview begins at 5:00 p.m. Tickets are $75.00/each and available for purchase online at www.newarkcatholic. org. If you or your business is interested in donating items for the silent or grand auction, contact the school office at 740-344-3495. This annual auction is the largest fund raiser of NCHS and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the NCHS operating budget. Around the Diocese Bimonthly of Healing On the Solemnity of St. Joseph, of Healing and Healing Service is Monday, March 19th at 6:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Cathedral. Following, a Healing Service begins with Exposition, Veneration of relics of the True Cross, and conclude with Benediction. Each will have an opportunity to speak individually with a priest to discuss particular situations and receive a prayer of healing; the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick will also be available. All who seek Christ s healing are invited. Secured parking is off E. Gay Street; handicap elevator access to the Cathedral is off the Broad Street Courtyard. St. Joseph Cathedral is at 212 E. Broad, Columbus. For information, call (614) 224-1295. Local Events of Interest Mom Prom 2018 The annual Mom Prom is Friday, April 6th, from 7:00-10:30 p.m. at The Landing, 124 Waterworks Road, Newark. The cost is $25.00/person and 100% of the proceeds go to Heartbeats of Licking County. Don t stress about the dress! Pull out your prom dress, bridesmaid or bridal gowns anything goes! This true lady s night out for charity includes: music, prom queen, photo booth by Big City Photo Booth, appetizers, non-alcoholic beverages, BYOB, mixers provided. RSVP or pre-pay by April 3rd to Blessed Sacrament School at 740-345-4125. For more information, contact Sharon Van Horn at 740-403-1965 or svh@roadrunner.com. Good Friday Walking Stations of the Cross Many facets of faith and justice is the focus of the annual Good Friday Walking Stations of the Cross. The walk begins with opening prayer at St. Joseph Cathedral, 212 E. Broad Street, Columbus, at 8:00 a.m., Friday, March 30th. Hundreds of participants from across the diocese will process to locations throughout downtown Columbus to recognize Jesus Christ s suffering and crucifixion as well as to reflect on current areas of social concern. Open to all ages. For more information, contact the diocesan Office for Social Concerns at 614-241-2540 or the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry at 614-241-2565.