St. Vincent de Paul Church FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT First Sunday of Advent November 27, 2016 RECTORY Rev. Norman K. Douglas, Pastor Rev. Joseph H. Kraker, Pastor Emeritus Deacon Bob Bender, Pastoral Minister Connie Pacanovsky, Business Manager Peggy Wellemeyer, Office Manager Ellen Dies, Coordinator of Parish Faith Formation Nancy Daley, Music Director Marimargaret Roberts, Office Staff Mike Bauman, Director of Maintenance 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 Mrs. Maria Meeker, Principal Mrs. Laurie Belair, Secretary Phone:... 330-762-5912 Address: 17 S. Maple St., Akron, OH 44303 PSR Mrs. Ellen Dies, Principal, 330-864-5484 Bulletin Deadline: 10 a.m. Monday in Writing 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., and 5:30 p.m. CONFESSIONS: Saturday: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thursday before First Friday: 3:30-4:30 p.m. 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: It is necessary that parents attend a Baptism Preparation Program before the Baptism of their first child. Baptism Preparation classes can be completed at either St. Hilary (Beth Rado, 330-867-1055) or at St. Sebastian (Cathy Sivec 330-836-2233 ext. 134 or sivecc@stsebastian.org). Call either parish for times and registration details. Proof of attendance should be presented to St. Vincent Church prior to the baptism. Please call the rectory to schedule baptisms. Baptisms are scheduled for the 2nd/4th Sundays of the month after 11 a.m. Mass (12:30 p.m.) Marriages: Couples intending to marry should call at the rectory at least SIX MONTHS prior to the marriage. It is required to have copies of Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation records if these sacraments are not received at St. Vincent. Wedding times on Saturday are at 2 PM. Parish School of Religion (PSR) Pre-School - 8th: Classes are September through May. Classes are held in St. Vincent Grade School on Sundays from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (Convert Classes): Classes 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. 164 West Market Street Akron, OH 44303-2373
St. Vincent de Paul Church Page Two Sunday, November 27, 2016 MASSES SATURDAY, November 26 * Vigil/ First Sunday of Advent 5:00 Bill & Ann Tipping SUNDAY, November 27 * First Sunday of Advent * Rite of Acceptance 8:30 Michael D. Witwer 11:00 Norma Johnson - Birthday MONDAY, November 28 * Advent Weekday 6:30 Charles McCaffrey TUESDAY, November 29 * Advent Weekday 6:30 Mark Aylward WEDNESDAY, November 30 * St. Andrew, Apostle 6:30 David L. Castner THURSDAY, December 1 * St. Edmund Campion, SJ, Martyr 6:30 Gordon & Rosemary Smith FRIDAY, December 2 * Advent Weekday 6:30 Anne Smee 8:15 Maureen Morris Maloy SATURDAY, December 3 * Vigil/ Second Sunday of Advent 5:00 Donald C. Shipman SUNDAY, December 4 * Second Sunday of Advent 8:30 Michael D. Witwer 11:00 Katherine Martucci - Birthday WELCOME TO OUR NEWLY BAPTIZED! Welcome to the St. Vincent de Paul Parish Community LANA BELLE MILLER, daughter of Akira and Mabelle Miller, who was baptized Sunday, November 20, 2016. COLLECTION FOR November 13, 2016 Thank you! Collection...$8,073.52 Children s Envelopes...$ 59.40 E-Give..$1,210.00 READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Is 4:2-6; Ps 122:1-9; Mt 8:5-11 Tuesday: Is 11:1-10; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17; Lk 10:21-24 Wednesday: Rom 10:9-18; Ps 19:8-11; Mt 4:18-22 Thursday: Is 26:1-6; Ps 118:1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27a; Mt 7:21, 24-27 Friday: Is 29:17-24; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; Mt 9:27-31 Saturday: Is 30:19-21, 23-26; Ps 147:1-6; Mt 9:35 -- 10:1, 5a, 6-8 Sunday: Is 11:1-10; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17; Rom 15:4-9; Mt 3:1-12 FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT November 27, 2016 "You... must be prepared, for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come." -- Matthew 24:44 TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Before the Second Vatican Council in the mid-1960s, Advent had a strong penitential tone, reminiscent of Lent. From as long ago as the fourth century, some Christians began a solemn fast on St. Martin's Day, November 11. This "Saint Martin's Lent" extended all the way to Christmas, and was widely followed in the dioceses of France and Germany, and in the Middle Ages in England. Fasting was required, and dancing and similar activities were banned for the duration. The fast had a social function, too, assuring that the winter food supplies would stretch into spring. At the Second Vatican Council, some bishops argued that a revival of the long winter's fast would give the Church a chance to establish the message and themes of the Incarnation long before the holiday hubbub took hold. This proposal didn't pass, and Advent emerged as a four-week period of reflection, expectant waiting, and joyful preparation for the coming of the Lord. The season has two principal phases, with the first beginning this Sunday. The second phase commences on December 17, when the liturgy begins to unfold the story of the Savior's coming. Interestingly, the Eastern Church maintains a strongly penitential note in Advent, which is called "Winter Lent," "The Nativity Fast," or "Christmas Lent," and has laws forbidding people to absent themselves from liturgy from December 17 onward. --Rev. James Field, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.
St. Vincent de Paul Church Page Three Sunday, November 27, 2016 A NOTE FROM OUR PASTOR Welcome to all who are visiting this Thanksgiving weekend. We are entering the Advent season, a sacred season of spiritual preparation to inspire us to open ourselves more completely to the ways our Lord wants to come to us. The sacrament of Reconciliation (confession) to experience the Lord s healing, merciful presence will be celebrated at the following times this Advent: Thursday, December 1, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 7, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Saturdays, December 3, 10, 17, 3:30-4:30 p.m. This weekend, at our Sunday Masses, we pray for and with individuals who desire to become part of our Catholic Christian community through participating in the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) journey. Those unbaptized will be accepted into the catechumenate, a time of deeper formation in faith. Those already baptized who desire to be in full communion with our Catholic Christian faith will be welcomed to go forward in their faith development. We are reminded as a parish community not only to welcome them but to show gracious hospitality to all newcomers in our midst and to one another. Think of how you might feel coming into a church in which you knew no one. It would be wonderful to be noticed and greeted in a friendly way. Thanks to our caring greeters who welcome all. May every one of us recognize that we are part of the greeting ministry. FAMILY PERSPECTIVES This Christmas season we would all like to have the peace of Christ, the ability to give as Jesus gave and hearts that are not troubled. As the rush begins, reflect on your past celebrations. What is it about Christmas and gift giving that you find lifegiving? What traditions would you especially like to continue? How can you use your time and talents to spread the joy of the season? GREETERS! Please Note! Greeters, please call the rectory office at 330-535-3135 to be sure your email address is on file. Also, the Greeters Ministry is in need of someone to take charge of scheduling greeters for each of the Masses. Please call the rectory at your earliest convenience to volunteer!!! R.C.I.A. November 27 - Acceptance into the Order of the Catechumenate and the Rite of Welcoming - 8:30 or 11 a.m. Mass December 4 - Retreat - 12:15-4 p.m. Scheduled for 9:45-10:45 a.m. - Scullen Room: December 11 - Jesus Death and Rising December 18 - Jesus: God and Man January 8 - Baptism and Confirmation January 15 - Reflections on Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Discipleship and Mission January 22 - Reconciliation January 29 - Anointing of the Sick and Vocations...Holy Orders REMEMBER ME How often do you get to spend alone time with God? Just think about it - no phone, tablet, or other distractions; just you and our Heavenly Father, together in prayer. He understands our body s need for rest, our mind s need for peace, and our soul s need to be close to Him. COME AND SPEND TIME WITH THE LORD. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 9 am - Noon I want to thank all who contributed to the hospital project in the Congo. The response was overwhelming and I am very gratified. The opening of this hospital in the Congo should be something St. Vincent Parish can be proud of. To date the amount collected is $3,332.75. Plans are to open the hospital within the next few months, and it will be the fulfillment of a dream for so many. Please keep this project in your prayers. Fr. Kraker
St. Vincent de Paul Church Page Four Sunday, November 27, 2016 FIRST FRIDAY CLUB OF AKRON The First Friday Club of Akron will meet on Friday, December 2, 2016, at Tangier Restaurant, 532 W. Market St., Akron 44303, and will feature John Allen, Jr., Associate Editor, Boston Globe and senior Vatican analyst for CNN, speaking on the topic, Francis and What is Happening in the Church at This Time. The cost of the luncheon program is $20. Doors open at 11 a.m.; the program begins at noon, and ends promptly at 1 p.m. Reservations can be made by sending a check to the First Friday Club of Greater Akron, 795 Russell Ave., Akron, OH 44307, by calling the office, or on the website, no later than Monday, November 28, 2016. For additional information, call 330-535-7668 or visit www.firstfridayclubofgreaterakron.org. ADVENT PRAYER SERVICE FOR THE SEPARATED AND DIVORCED Join us and prepare the way of the Lord this Advent season Friday, December 2, 7-8:30 pm. St. Joseph Church, 12700 Pearl Rd., Strongsville. Free. No reservations needed. DISCIPLES FOR THE DYING The next First Friday Mass will be at St Bernard on December 2 at 2:10 p.m. The schedule is as follows: St Vincent, January 6, 2017, at 6:30 a.m. St Sebastian, February 3, 2017, at 5 p.m. All are welcome. RETROUVAILLE WEEKEND Someone once said Marriages may be made in heaven, but they sure take a lot of work on earth. Have you become so distracted by outside pressure that you neglect your spouse? The Retrouvaille program can help you put your troubled marriage back on track. This program is supported by the Catholic diocese of Cleveland, but, it is open to couples of all faiths. The next Cleveland Retrouvaille weekend will be held on January 20-22, 2017. A registration fee of $150 is required to confirm your reservation. For more information concerning the program, or to register, please call Marce or Liz Gliha in complete confidence at 440-357-6580, or 1-800-470-2230. For additional information or to register online, please go to www.helpourmarriage.org. December 6 - Giving Tree Wrap-Up Join us in the rectory from 3 5 as we organize the gifts from the Giving Tree. We need to get them ready for distribution. Come when you can and stay as long as you can. I ll bring the hot chocolate you bring the Christmas music. 10 & 11- Help with the Madrigal Dinner Help serve the Madrigal dinner Do one night or both. 10 students needed each night. Fun evening and great way to help! 5:45 9 p.m. 13- Crafts for the Nursing Home Scullen Room from 3:00 4:30. Come helps us make a treat for our Catholic friends at the Merriman and Hickory Ridge. Have parents pick you up at 4:30 p.m. Can t make it right at 3:00? No problem; come when you can! Ellen Dies - Youth Ministry St. Vincent: (330)535-3135 ext. 101. ellen@stvincentchurch.com ST. VINCENT de PAUL AUXILIARY Parishioners: Thank you, thank you for sharing with others! Many of our neighbors will be able to fill their tables with special holiday foods because of you. They will also have everyday staples for the upcoming winter. Keep your gifts coming - we have a special food give-away for Christmas too! Ever grateful, St Vincent de Paul Auxiliary GREECE: IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE Deacon Robin & Paula Adair, and Fr. Norm Douglas, will be hosting a pilgrimage to Greece September 27, 2017 thru October 7, 2017, with Collette Travel. Tour: Athens, Mykonos, Patmos, and the House of Mary, Crete, Santorini, Thessaloniki, Meteora, Philippi, Delphi, Corinth, and more. Information night at St. Vincent, Scullen Room, Tuesday, Dec 6, 6:30. Consider this inspiring opportunity to travel Greece in the spirit of St. Paul, with fellow parishioners and friends. Questions: Deacon Adair at 330-283-4983.
St. Vincent de Paul Church Page Five Sunday, November 27, 2016 DID YOU KNOW The rosary is prayed every Saturday, starting at 4:40. Please join us! THE GIVING TREE Please take one of the select tags remaining on the Giving Tree. Unwrapped gifts and/or gift cards should be returned to the sanctuary no later than Sunday, December 4 th. Please contact Ellen Dies at 330-535-3135 X 101 or ellen@stvincentchurch.com if you have any questions. Sponsored by the Middle and High School Youth Groups. Thank you. CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Thank you for your contributions to the collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD)! Your generous gifts will help CCHD break the cycle of poverty in the United States through better education, improved housing, and economic development. Through CCHD and its beneficiaries, we demonstrate Catholic social teaching and carry out Jesus mission to bring glad tidings to the poor... to proclaim liberty to captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free (Lk 4:18). NOTE: Tickets may also be purchased by going to www.stvincentchurch.com and clicking on the Events tab.
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