Saint Mary s Catholic Church 250 Kraft Street, Berea, Ohio 44017-1499 Rectory: 440-243-3877 FAX: 440-891-9417 Website: www.stmaryberea.org Parish Mission Statement St. Mary's 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. St. Mary s Parish Staff Reverend John P. Singler, Pastor Reverend Max Cole, Parochial Vicar Ms. Angela Kovacs, Music Director Mr. Larry Roetzer, Religious Education Coordinator Mrs. Diana Lipfird, Homebound Coordinator Mrs. Barbara Goebl, Spiritual Ministries St. Mary s Mass Schedule Weekday: 9:00am Monday through Friday Weekend: 4:00pm Saturday Vigil 7:30am, 9:30am, & 11:30am Holy Day Consult Bulletin Parish Office Staff Mrs. Janel Abraham Mrs. Lorri Masie St. Mary s School Staff Mr. Andrew Carner, Principal Mrs. Nancy Kaesgen, Director of Development Mrs. Sandi Ziegler, Program Coordinator School Office Staff Mrs. Mary Beth Hennessy Mrs. Rhonda Johnson St. Mary s Religious Education Staff Mr. Larry Roetzer, Coordinator 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 164 years of Pastoral Service to the Catholic Community of Berea
Dear Friends, Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 12, 2017 Still on the mountain, the Sermon continues with the Law part of his discourse, You have heard that it was said to your ancestors, and then Jesus basically turns it all around and flips it upside down and tells them that it s not just about the NOT doing the bad things; but he goes further and cautions them against what might be in their hearts that would lead one to doing the bad things. So, don t kill, but, call out the spirit in your heart that would lead one to want to kill another person. See the difference? The Sermon on the Mount Discourse calls us to change our minds and our hearts and our spirits and our attitudes AS we put on Christ and bear attitudes of being that are of Christ! Now can you understand the fulfill the Law part? So, friends, fulfill the Law and bear the Spirit of Christ in word and deed this week! As many of you know, Deacon Candidate Keith Walcutt has been immersing himself into parish life here at St. Mary s as he continues with his studies for Ordination to the Deaconate. Part of that preparation includes his practice of HOW TO assist at Mass as a Deacon. This week, Thursday, February 16 th, Deacon Candidate Keith will practice his skills at a PRACTICE MASS with me at 7:15pm. All are most welcome to come and pray and to encourage Deacon Candidate Keith as he will soon take on this awesome responsibility of Deacon in the Diocese of Cleveland. Again, all are welcome to join us and pray and dialogue with him AFTER the practice Mass is over Thursday, February 16 th at 7:15pm in Church. THIS WEEKEND February 11 th & 12 Th is the Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland 2017 Annual Appeal at all the Masses. Catholic Charities Foundation has prepared a video to be shown at Mass and then we have been instructed to take up the In-Pew Appeal following the video. Please be as attentive as you are able and generous in your ability to meet the needs of the less fortunate in our Diocese. Thanks! So many thanks for your continued generosity in the Sunday collection! We are blessed by each one of you! Peace! Fr. John
Mass Schedule and Intentions Monday February 13 Weekday Gn: 4:1-15, 25 / Mk 8:11-13 (335) 9:00 am Anna Mae Wiedefeld Tom & Joyce Kurilec 1:50 pm School Mass Tuesday February 14 Saints Cyril, Monk & Methodius, Bishop Gn: 6:5-8; 7:1-5, 10 / Mk 8:14-21 (336) 9:00 am Jeffrey Pearson Eileen Staab 2:00pm Aristocrat Mass Wednesday February 15 Weekday Gn 8:6-13, 20-22 / Mk 8:22-26 (337) 9:00 am Thomas Schweda Rudy & Carol Najda Thursday February 16 Weekday Gn 9:1-13 / Mk 8:27-33 (338) 9:00 am Stanley Wiechowski Philip Wiechowski 1:30 pm Northwestern Mass 6:00 pm Wedding Rehearsal Friday February 17 Weekday Gn 11:1-9 / Mk 8:34, 9:1 (339) 9:00 am Dorothy McCarthy Daughters Saturday February 18 Weekday Heb 11:1-7 / Mk 9:2-13 (340) 1:00 pm Vogel / Draves Wedding 4:00 pm Edward Kray Catherine Eck Sunday February 19 Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time Lv 19:1-2, 17-18 / 1 Cor 3:16-23 / Mt 5:38-48 (79) 7:30 am For All Parishioners Living & Deceased 9:30 am Christopher Jackman Mom 11:30 am Bill Ball Family Do we know the poor? Mother Teresa We come across people who are only known by their address number. Do we really realize that such people exist? Perhaps across the street. It might be a blind person who would be happy if we volunteered to read the newspaper. It might even be someone rich who has no one to visit. The rich person has a lot of things, but he is smothered by them. He lacks human contact and that is what that person needs. Excerpted from: Love: A Fruit Always in Season Daily Meditations by Mother Teresa (Ignatius Press 1987) Weekend Collection Collection for 2/5/17: $13,531.00 Thank you for your generosity to the Parish. Please remember in prayer all who are ill or homebound, especially the following: Bulletin Prayer List Maggie Armstrong Donna Baker Mary Anne Bialosky Larry Buchwalter Owen Dumm Brian Follen Joan Foust Timothy Glynn Gerry Grant Wayne Goforth Homebound Ministry Katie Halley Dennis Jamiot John Kern Rob Lucas Karen M. Joseph McLaughlin Leo Oblak Mary Elizabeth Ryba Kathy Staub Jeanine Surma Chester Talarczyk 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. Anniversary Wishes If you will be having a wedding anniversary in the month of February and would like your names listed in the bulletin, please call the parish office (440) 243-3877 or email jabraham1@stmaryberea.org February Jerry & Joan Foust February 1st - 59 years John & Janice Goetz February 23rd - 60 years Wedding Banns James Vogel & Morgan Draves February 18, 2017
Parish Events Sunday, February 12 Monday, February 13 12:00pm - FJG Mtg Rm Rosary Makers 1:50pm - Church All School Mass 7:15pm - Church Rosary Tuesday, February 14 11:00am - Chapel Bible Study 12:30pm - Chapel Quiet Prayer 2:00pm - Aristocrat Berea Mass 6:00pm - Church Youth Choir Rehearsal 7:00pm - Chapel Bible Study 7:30pm - Church Traditional Choir Rehearsal 8:00pm - FJG Mtg Rm TMIY Program Wednesday, February 15 7:00pm - Church Liturgy of the Hours Thursday, February 16 1:00pm - FJG Mtg Rm Tri-City Seniors Pinochle Club 1:30pm - Northwestern Mass Friday, February 17 Bible Study Each Tuesday we meet in the chapel at 11am and again at 7pm. Choose which is best for you and come join us. This week we will finish with King Saul and move on to the kingship of King David. Quiet Prayer Quiet Pray will meet on Tuesday, Feb 7, from 12:30-1pm. This week will be simple Quiet Prayer. When we come to the quiet place within each of us, the Lord enters our lives in an intimate way. We are open to all that He would reveal to us Join us see if this type of prayer is helpful for you. Family Perspectives God wants to bless our families. Are we too busy and stressed to notice and accept these blessings? God is present, waiting to meet and bless us in our families, but needs our time and attention. We need to take time together as families to have fun, to talk, to work together, to eat and pray. Schedule some family times in the calendar and see Jesus in the transfiguration of your family members and relationships. Saturday, February 18 3:00pm - Church Confessions 2017 Catholic Charities Rosary - Change in Schedule Effective immediately the schedule for Rosary has changed. We will no longer have Rosary on Friday s. We will continue to gather in the Chapel Monday - Thursday at 9:30am for the Rosary. Taize Prayer Service Saint Ignatius High School offers a Taize Prayer Service each month. The next one will be on Sunday evening, February 12th at 7:30pm in the St. Mary of the Assumption Chapel on the Saint Ignatius High School Campus (West 30th & Lorain, Cleveland). The 45 minute service, which features music, silence, candlelight, and Scripture, is a simple yet powerful experience of Christian prayer for young and old alike. Join us for a contemplative experience that has inspired the faithful all over the world. All are welcome. The 2017 Catholic Charities Annual Appeal is underway with an in-pew commitment process taking place this weekend. This is not a special collection; rather, the Catholic Charities Annual Appeal represents the chance for all Catholics to make a significant pledge, payable in installments, to Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland in order to support its mission of a society that stands united in its support of the least among us. Many parishioners have received a letter from Bishop Thomas requesting their support. If you have not received this letter, please respond to the in-pew commitment process today! If you have received the mailing, please respond to it. There is a box on the in-pew envelope to indicate that you have responded by mail. You did it for Me. Your support of the 2017 Catholic Charities Annual Appeal helps us to carry out the mission that Jesus entrusted to us: I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me. Please consider a generous gift that will change the lives of the 400,000 who are served each year in Northeast Ohio. Please pray for the success of the appeal, which provides for essential programs and services in need throughout all eight countries of the Diocese of Cleveland. We invite you to view the stories of inspiration and more information at: www.catholiccommunity.org/2017appeal
Ministry Schedules Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time - Weekend of February 19th Mass Lector Cantor Extraordinary Ministers Servers 4pm J Guerrieri M Juba (H) M Olsen, R Wesolek, M E Nichols C Beatty (C) M Hupp E Garr 7:30am R Davenport - (H) V Dober, M Dober, K Dorsey J Dober (C) M Dober J Dober 9:30am D Canepari P Ponstingle (H) S Lewis, C Pacer, R Straub J Vlcek (C) K Vlcek A Jones 11:30am K Walcutt S Scanlon (H) J Abraham, J Abraham, S Gunvalsen I Crespo (C L Alton A Smith ** Due to the Cold & Flu Season the Blood of Christ (the cup) has been suspended for the Winter Season ** A WEEK OF LOVE Music Ministry and Liturgy Notes By Angela Kovacs Director of Music and Liturgy This weekend s Gospel reading from Matthew has Jesus explaining some of the laws of the prophets, specifically the ten commandments. Within the long version of the reading, he talks about the nature of marriage. Coincidentally (or maybe not!), this week is National Marriage Week in the United States! We celebrate the union of husband and wife as a natural institution and Catholic Sacrament. This week of celebration usually includes St. Valentine s Feast Day, which is February 14th. While not much is known about the history of this martyr, his holy life has him attributed as the saint of love, young people, and happy marriages. For those who are married, have a happy Marriage Week! Choir Rehearsal Schedules: Traditional Choir and Contemporary ensemble meets to rehearse on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm. Youth Choir also rehearses on Tuesdays at 6.pm. If you are interested in participating in any of these choirs, cantoring, or playing an instrument during mass, please call or see me after mass up in the loft. Call the music ministry office for more information: 440.243.3877 ext 27. The Roaring Twenties at the Races The Academy of St. Adalbert PTU Presents: The Roaring Twenties at the Races Saturday February 25, 2017 Doors open at 6:00pm Father Keller Center 56 Adalbert Street Tickets: $25.00/person or $45.00/couple Adults Only Tables (8) - $170.00 For more information or to make reservations contact the school office: 440-234-5529 or Allison Nye at 440-223- 5566 Theology on Tap - West Every Third Wednesday of the month, young adults in their 20 s and 30 s are invited to gather at Beachcliff Tavern ( 19245 Detroit Ave., Rocky River) at 7:00pm to hear an engaging speaker reflect on some aspect of the faith while enjoying a pint and some tasty food! Each night kicks off with a social, which includes complementary appetizers and a cash bar, followed by a speaker. Admission is only $5.00. Our next speaker on Wednesday February 15th, will be Fr. Marek Visnovsky, pastor of St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church, who will be speaking to us about Eastern Christian Iconography and our spiritual goal of becoming like Jesus so as to point others to Jesus, in his talk entitled, Iconography and the Divine Invitation to be Living Icons of Christ. Theology on Tap is a great way for young adults to go deeper in their faith and connect with other young Catholics in the area. For more information, please contact Fr. Tim Roth (440) 333.2133 / frtim@samparish.org
Religious Education News To find all the upcoming activities for both PSR and Sacramental Preparation join us at our new parish website (www.stmaryberea.org). Select Teaching from the top category bar, then select Religious Education Office. Make us a favorite! PSR Calendar of Events 2/12/2017 9:30am Fr. Garrity Center LITTLES in Session 2/13/2017 6:45pm St. Mary School PSR in Session 2/19/2017 NO LITTLES in Session 2/20/2017 NO PSR in Session 2/26/2017 9:30am Fr. Garrity Center LITTLES in Session 2/27/2017 6:45pm St. Mary School PSR in Session 3/05/2017 9:30am Fr. Garrity Center LITTLES in Session - 9:30am St. Mary Church Candidate Mass -10:30am Fr. Garrity Center 1 st Sacrament Prep Session 3/06/2017 6:45pm St. Mary School PSR in Session 3/12/2017 9:30am Fr. Garrity Center LITTLES in Session 3/13/2017 6:45pm St. Mary Church PSR Family Mass 3/19/2017 9:30am Fr. Garrity Center LITTLES in Session 3/20/2017 6:45pm St. Mary School PSR in Session 3/26/2017 NO LITTLES in session (Spring Break) 3/27/2017 NO PSR in Session (Spring Break) 4/02/2017 NO LITTLES in Session (Spring Break) - 9:30am St. Mary Church Candidate Mass -10:30am Fr. Garrity Center 1 st Sacrament Prep Session 4/03/2017 6:45pm St. Mary School PSR in Session Sacramental Preparation For the most current information about the Parish Sacramental Preparation Program, including schedules, please visit our Parish website at: http://www.stmaryberea.org/sacramental-prep Confirmation Candidates 03/05/2017 Sunday 9:30am Candidates Mass (St. Mary Church) Confirmandi will be involved as Servers, Lectors and as Greeters at our entrance doors. This Mass is considered part of the preparation process and therefore should be considered required. 03/05/2017 Sunday 10:30am Service Event (Fr. Garrity Center) First Sacraments Eucharist Session #2. Candidates will be able to support this session by helping in either training session and/or setup and cleanup of the refreshment. 04/02/2017 Sunday 9:30am Candidates Mass (St. Mary Church) Confirmandi will be involved as Servers, Lectors and as Greeters at our entrance doors. This Mass is considered part of the preparation process and therefore should be considered required. 04/02/2017 Sunday 10:30am Service Event (Fr. Garrity Center) First Sacraments Eucharist Session #3. Confirmandi will be able to support this session by helping in either training session and/or setup and cleanup of the refreshment. First Sacraments Candidates 3/05/2017 Sunday 9:30am Candidate Mass First Sunday of EVERY month for CANDIDATES and FAMILIES; RESERVED SEATING; First Communion Candidates are asked to be GIFT BEARERS 3/05/2017 Sunday 10:30am Eucharist Session #2 Fr. Garrity Center; Candidates and Parents will share a light refreshment; Candidates and Parents will meet separately with their Teacher/Leader 4/02/2017 Sunday 9:30am Candidate Mass First Sunday of EVERY month for CANDIDATES and FAMILIES; RESERVED SEATING; First Communion Candidates are asked to be GIFT BEARERS 4/02/2017 Sunday 10:30am Eucharist Session #3 Fr. Garrity Center; Candidates and Parents will share a light refreshment; Candidates and Parents will meet separately with their Teacher/Leader St. Mary Catholic School News Corner Educating the Mind, Nurturing the Soul Mr. Andrew Carner, Principal Catholic Schools Week closed out with an all school Mass at the school on Friday, February 3 rd and a family Ice Cream Social/Dance that evening. Fr. John celebrated Mass and the feast of St. Blaise by blessing the student s throats. It was a great week for all of our students and an extremely fun evening for our families. If you missed our Open House, and would like to see what s happening at St. Mary s, please call 440.243.4555, or stop in any school day and our office staff will be glad to provide you with a personal tour. Parent/Teacher conferences were held on Feb. 7 th & Feb. 9 th after school. These conferences were not mandatory for all students. Conferences were scheduled at a teacher or parent request. We do appreciate parents taking time out of their busy schedules to meet with their child s teacher to discuss their academic progress. Parents, your involvement in your child s education is critical to their success and we appreciate the effort you make to stay in touch with the teachers. Remember, our teachers are always available via email or voicemail to answer any questions you may have about your child s academic progress. Parents, you received your Re-Registration packet for the 2017-2018 school year. Please complete the forms and return them along with the necessary fees to the school office by February 28 th. Important Dates to Remember: 02/13/17 - All School Mass / 10:00a.m. Lego Club Group 2 / 3:30p.m. 02/14/17 - Student Council Mtg. / 8:00a.m. Chess Club & Sewing Club/ 3:30p.m. 02/15/17 - Twinkle Twinkle Concert / 7:00p.m. 02/16/17 - KidzArt / 3:30p.m. Drama Club / 6:30p.m. 02/17/17 - Jr. High Valentine Dance / 6:00p.m. 02/20/17 - Presidents Day / No School Extended Care Open Academic Achievements Benedictine High School Honor Roll: Summa Cum Laude - John Dober Summa Cum Laude - Joseph Dober St. Ignatius High School First Honors: John Draves Brendan McGreal Connor Meehan Aidan Wells Second Honors: Kyle Folds Matthew Hupp Joseph Mastandrea Michael Rose Connor Snyder Tyler Yee Honor Roll: Noah Catanzarite Brent Chernosky Ryan Paul Trent Jablonski John Paul Mastandrea
St. Mary s Shamrock Bash Saturday, March 11, 2017 6:30p - 11:00p Featuring: Music, Dancing, Sideboards, Raffle, Photo Booth $25.00 per Person (adults only) Includes: Food, Coffee, Beer, Wine, Wash Reserved tables of 8 available 1st come, 1st served *** Ticket are Limited *** At the Fr. John Garrity Center 250 Kraft Street Berea, OH Casual Irish Attire Tickets on sale at the Rectory or School Office during normal business hours. St. Mary s Moms & Parishioners Please join the PTO for a GNO! (Girls Night Out) Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 6:30-10pm Fr. Garrity Center Enjoy free beer & wine, appetizers and shopping with local vendors No admission fee! No catches! Just a fun night out with the girls! Feel free to bring a friend Vendors include: LuLaRoe - Rodan & Fields - Scentsy Stella & Dot - Thirty-One - KEEP Premier Jewelry - Arbonne - Advocare Longaberger - Mary Kay - Wood You Believe - Young Living - Broad View Eye Center - Nothing Bundt Cake - Fabric to Fab croche items/beverage coasters Each vendor will be donating an item(s) to be raffled off throughout the night. Tickets $1 each or 6 for $5 Please RSVP to pto@smsberea.org if you plan on attending.