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S t. Matthias Columbus1582 Ferris Road, Columbus, OH 43224
Fr. Tony Davis, PastorSr. Marie Shields, Pastoral Associate
1st Sunday of Lent ____ March 10, 2019
St. Matthias Church, 1582 Ferris Road, Columbus OH 43224 1
Parish Office PASTORAL POST
Written by Fr. Tony
(The Life of Sr. Thea: Part 5 of 10)
In 1972, Sr. Thea was assigned to teach at Viterbo College, the Franciscan
Sisters of Perpetual Adoration’s college in La Crosse, WI. She was an English
professor and was said to be ‘the most powerful woman on campus.’ She
knew all about Black history, Thomas More, and William Faulkner. At the end
of the 1978 school year, however, her time at Viterbo College would come to
an end and she moved to Mississippi. This was because her parents were
getting older and she, being the only child, was responsible to take care of
them. As a loving daughter who was so appreciative of her parents, she was a
wonderful caretaker. Ironically, both her mother and father died a month
apart from each other in 1984.
During her years back home in Mississippi, Sr. Thea became famous. The
bishop of her diocese, Joseph Brunini, created a new position in the diocese
for her. Sr. Thea was to be the Diocesan Consultant for Intercultural
Awareness. Bishop Brunini listened to her and was very supportive of her work
and vision. She, in turn, was extremely loyal to him. Sr. Thea traveled around
the country giving talks. She was a sought-out speaker for events and a special
signature of her talks revolved around breaking out into song. She believed
that the key to understanding Black culture, psychology, and religious history
was found when one paid serious attention to their music. She said, “Those
Black spirituals are my roots. Those songs helped my people survive. They let
them express themselves, their joys, their pain, their grief, their longing, their
frustrations, their love of God and their love of each other.” (161) Another
treasure of Black spirituality was its holistic approach. As Sr. Thea said, “Black
people use the mind, memory, imagination, feeling, passion and emotion. The
body also has a role.” (265) Sr. Thea also proudly wore traditional African
clothing for her religious ‘habit’.
By 1983, Sr. Thea was still the only Black sister in her religious order. During
these years, she continued to celebrate her ethnicity. She would often tell
White Catholic audiences, “I tried your way of worship for thirty-some years;
now you try mine.” (165) For her, White Catholicism was primarily a head trip.
It had its place, but it was more concerned with thinking rather than
movement.
STEWARDSHIP MEDITATION
“I have now brought you the first fruits of the products of the soil which you, O
Lord, have given to me.” (Deuteronomy 26:10)
This line from the Old Testament offers two challenges. First, do you give to
God from your “first fruits”, the best that you have to offer, or do you give
from what is leftover? Second, do you recognize that everything you have has
been given to you by God? Ask God for a grateful and generous heart, every
day, in all circumstances.
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
www.stmatthiascolumbus.com
[email protected] (Pastor)
Rectory: (614) 267-3406
School: (614) 268-3030
Mass Intentions
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Tuesday, Mar. 12
8:30 AM John Cardinal
Wednesday, Mar. 13
8:30 AM Kevin R. Carey
7:00 PM Donna Gossman
Thursday, Mar. 14
8:30 AM Mary Case
Friday, Mar. 15
8:30 AM Betty Priest
Saturday, Mar. 16
5:00 PM Fannie Spinosi
Sunday, Mar. 17
9:00 AM Ralph Sedlock
11:00 AM Daniel Ferensen
Mass Times
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Mon Communion 8:30 AM
Tue-Fri 8:30 AM
Saturday 5:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM
11:00 AM
1:45 PM (Haitian)
3:00 PM (Nigerian)*
7:15 PM (Brazilian)
* 3rd
Sunday of the month only
Reconciliation: First Saturday of the
Month 3:45PM-4:45 PM
1st Sunday of Lent ____ March 10, 2019
St. Matthias Church, 1582 Ferris Road, Columbus OH 43224 2
Church News
REMINDER
There is now a Communion Service instead of Mass at 8:30 AM on Monday
mornings.
**Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 PM, School Advisory Board Meeting
**Friday, March 15, Faculty Inservice, no school
** Friday, March 22, 8:30 AM, All School Mass
**March 25-29, Spring Break, no school
LENTEN SERVICES
Wednesdays of Lent: Masses at 8:30 AM and 7:00 PM
Fridays of Lent: The Stations of the Cross at 7:00 PM
Parish Penance Service: Sunday, March 24 at 3:00 PM
IT IS FISH FRY TIME
Our Fish Frydays began March 8th
. Please volunteer for one of the following
needs: potato scrubber (Thursdays at 1:30 PM), on Fridays - setup at 2:45
PM, cleanup at 7:15 PM, table server, kitchen dish washer.
Diocesan News
COLUMBUS DIOCESE’ NEW BISHOP
Bishop Robert J. Brennan will be installed on Friday, March 29. We look
forward to his energy and excitement as our new bishop!
SEXUAL ABUSE CRISIS
On Friday, March 1, the Diocese of Columbus released the names of all
credibly accused priests of the sexual abuse of a minor. We continue to
grieve. The list can be found on the Diocesan website at
www.columbuscatholic.org.
CONVERSATIONS WITH MY MOLESTER
St. Thomas More Newman Center at 64 W. Lane Ave., Columbus, will be
hosting Michael Mack’s one-man, 90-minute play Conversations with My
Molester: A Journey of Faith on Saturday, April 6 at 7 PM. Mack's boyhood
dream of becoming a Catholic priest ended when his pastor first invited him
to the rectory. This play is Mack's spiritual autobiography – a true story of
trespass, grace, and the odyssey of healing that led him back to the Catholic
Church. A post-show discussion will follow featuring Michael Mack and
clergy. This event is free and open to the public. Note: mature themes and
content. You may visit BuckeyeCatholic.com or michaelmacklive.com for
more information.
OHIO DOMINICAN SUMMER SCHOLARS PROGRAM
High school students graduating in 2020, 2021, or 2022 are invited to attend
the scholars program, July 8-12. You may contact Tom Brockman for more
information at [email protected]. Registration is limited.
Collection
February 24, 2019
Contributions
Budget
Difference
CURRENT
$ 7,166.21
$ 8,857.69
($ 1,691.48)
YTD
$ 317,781.17
$ 310,019.15
$ 7,762.02
Notices
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MUSIC OF THE LATIN MASS
During Lent, we will be using the Latin
Mass setting for the song responses at
Mass. Joel will be practicing them with
the congregation before Masses.
FAITH ON EIGHTH: MARCH 13
The volunteer board is in the vestibule.
On Wednesday, March 13, we need
sloppy joes, macaroni and cheese, buns,
and cupcakes by 5:00 PM.
MERRY WIDOWS HOLY HOUR
On Monday, March 11, 3:00 PM, Deacon
PJ will lead us in prayer, meditation and
Adoration. All parish members are
invited to attend.
After the Holy Hour, you are invited to
the meeting room for a snack.
NO DONUTS DURING LENT
But coffee will be available after Sunday
Masses.
BLOOD DRIVE REGISTRATION
St. Matthias will host a Red Cross blood
drive on Sunday, April 14th
, 8:00 AM –
2:00 PM. The sign-up sheet is located
next to the Welcome Table. Please take a
few moments to consider donating blood
to help save someone’s life.
MEN AND WOMEN OF DESALES
You are invited to Mass and breakfast on
Saturday, March 16, beginning at 9:00
AM. Afterwards, Pat Rossetti will speak
to the men and Pam Heil will speak to
the women. The event is free but
registration at www.sfdstallions.org is
required.
Greeters for March
………………………………............
5:00 PM
Pam McLaughlin and Mary Kay Mulligan
9:00 AM
Diann Roberts and Cathy Strickland
11:00 AM
Lynne Mara and Mary Cardinal
Sacristy Workers
March 15: The Gregg and Rausch Families
LargeOne Item PIZZAonly $11.99
One Coupon Per Pizza
433-97001418 Morse Rd.
(Next to Hyde’s Carryoutin the Milano Center)
* We Deliver *
Assumption Council #3727We Are Catholic Men Who Pray,
Work and Have Fun Together.Grand Knight Jim Hicks
614-946-3347Meetings at St. Matthias
10 a.m. 2nd Sunday of the Month
HEATING AND COOLINGRESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL
Gas • Oil • Electric • Heat Pumps • Humidifiers www.favret.com 614-488-52111296 Dublin Rd. Jeff Brader Josh Braderwww.UnionHomeMortgage.com
Union Home Mortgage Corp. NMLS 2229
MARY SGUERRA818-7636
I Sell Homes in All Sizes
Always call Mary,“Your Neighborhood Realtor®”
St. James & DeSalesGraduate,
SJL Parishioner
COSMETIC AUTORESTORATION LLC
• Exterior & Interior Repairs• Auto Body Repairs• Insurance Claims
Steve Reither, Owner5435 Byers Circle West
SpecializedReconditioning & Detailing
Since 1992
Buy & Sell Pre-Owned Vehicles
Harry R. PaulinoAttorney-at-Law
939-4945Wills & Probate
Margaret KappsRobert Kapps
Charlotte KernsRev. Raymond E. Lavelle
1177 W. Fifth Ave.Columbus, OH 43212
614-294-4416
Compliments of
Cook’s IGA1225 Oakland Park
268-4411
“A Family Tradition Since 1937”Famous Market 846-63401405 E. Dublin-Granville Rd.
Family Ristorante 848-44882025 Polaris Pkwy.
John’sAuto Service, Inc.
749 E. Lincoln Ave. 885-9242
COMPLETE AUTO &LIGHT TRUCK REPAIR
WE KEEP YOU DRIVING!
St. Anthony Council #14093Charity • Unity
Fraternity • PatriotismAll Catholic men are welcome!
For more information:Grand Knight Alfred Akainyah
[email protected] * 614-286-8122
5770 Karl Rd.Mark RobbinsPharmD, RPhPharmacy Manager
847-3784
Rutherford Funeral Homes & Crematories“There is a Difference”
Rutherford-Corbin Funeral Home515 N. High St.614-885-4006
Funeral Pre-Planning Availablewww.rutherfordfuneralhome.com [email protected]
Rutherford Funeral Home2383 N. High St.614-299-1153
14.453.4853DeSales GraduateFluent in Vietnamese
317 S. Fifth St. 228-9074 1/2 Block Off Main
MEAT PACKERS OUTLETRetail Meats • Low Prices on Fresh Cut
Beef • Pork • Smoked Meats • Deli Items - Poultry
Store Hours: Tues.-Sat. 8am-6pm
LargeOne Item PIZZAonly $11.99
One Coupon Per Pizza
433-97001418 Morse Rd.
(Next to Hyde’s Carryoutin the Milano Center)
* We Deliver *
Assumption Council #3727We Are Catholic Men Who Pray,
Work and Have Fun Together.Grand Knight Jim Hicks
614-946-3347Meetings at St. Matthias
10 a.m. 2nd Sunday of the Month
HEATING AND COOLINGRESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL
Gas • Oil • Electric • Heat Pumps • Humidifiers www.favret.com 614-488-52111296 Dublin Rd. Jeff Brader Josh Braderwww.UnionHomeMortgage.com
Union Home Mortgage Corp. NMLS 2229
“Promises Kept”
MARY SGUERRA818-7636S-M-L-XL
I Sell Homes in All Sizes
Always call Mary,“Your Neighborhood Realtor®”
SOLDSt. James & DeSalesGraduate,
SJL Parishioner
COSMETIC AUTORESTORATION LLC
• Exterior & Interior Repairs• Auto Body Repairs• Insurance Claims
Steve Reither, Owner5435 Byers Circle West
SpecializedReconditioning & Detailing
Since 1992
614-802-2590614-565-7041 (C)
Buy & Sell Pre-Owned Vehicles
Don’t be fooled by the name...I work on new as well as old!
Harry R. PaulinoAttorney-at-Law
939-4945Wills & Probate
In Loving Memory
Margaret KappsRobert Kapps
Charlotte KernsRev. Raymond E. Lavelle
PROTECTINGCENTRAL OHIO FAMILIES
WORK INJURIESWORKERS’ COMPENSATION
SAFETY VIOLATIONSPERSONAL INJURY
AUTO / TRUCK CRASHESDOG BITE INJURY
Hablamos Español614-444-4020
“Protecting the Injured& Their Families
is Our Sacred Goal.”-Jim, Ed & Douglas Malek
FREE Initial Consultationwww.maleklawfirm.com
614-444-7440 1227 S. High St.www.teritas.com for coupons!
475-21003905 CLEVELAND AVE.
Serving the North End Since 1959Sun.-Thur. 4-11 • Fri.-Sat. 4-12
1 Item Large Pizza for $12 (1 coupon/customer)
1177 W. Fifth Ave.Columbus, OH 43212
614-294-4416
Compliments of
Cook’s IGA1225 Oakland Park
268-4411
JACK L. WOODSPLUMBING CO.Quality Plumbing Repairs
882-9700Senior Savings
OH Lic. #25971
“A Family Tradition Since 1937”Famous Market 846-63401405 E. Dublin-Granville Rd.
Family Ristorante 848-44882025 Polaris Pkwy.
John’sAuto Service, Inc.
749 E. Lincoln Ave. 885-9242
COMPLETE AUTO &LIGHT TRUCK REPAIR
WE KEEP YOU DRIVING!
A Tradition of Caring. Close to Home.Kristin Miller & Debbie KelsikMarketing [email protected] Karl Rd., Columbus
614-431-1739 614-431-0247 fax
St. Anthony Council #14093Charity • Unity
Fraternity • PatriotismAll Catholic men are welcome!
For more information:Grand Knight Alfred Akainyah
[email protected] * 614-286-8122
5770 Karl Rd.Mark RobbinsPharmD, RPhPharmacy Manager
847-3784
WengerTemperatureControl Inc.
Call Us For Your Heating& Air Conditioning Needs.
614-443-22122005 Progress Ave.
mention this ad for a discount
Rutherford Funeral Homes & Crematories“There is a Difference”
Rutherford-Corbin Funeral Home515 N. High St.614-885-4006
Funeral Pre-Planning Availablewww.rutherfordfuneralhome.com [email protected]
Rutherford Funeral Home2383 N. High St.614-299-1153 Jennifer Valentine
275 Old County Line Rd., Ste. MWesterville, OH 43081
614-774-2101St. Anthony Alumnus
valequityrealestate.comfacebook.com/ValEquityRealEstate
614.453.4853Attorney at Law
DeSales GraduateFluent in Vietnamese
Ohio
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