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Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time February 19, 2017
RECTORY
Rev. Norman K. Douglas, Pastor Rev. Joseph H. Kraker, Pastor Emeritus Rev. David Halaiko, In Residence 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: In writing by 10 a.m. Thursdays 10 days
prior to the date of bulletin
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 [email protected]). 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 (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.
St. Vincent de Paul Church
164 West Market Street ● Akron, OH 44303-2373
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COLLECTIONS February 5, 2017
Collection …………………………………………. $7,651.38 Children’s Envelopes….………………………. $ 23.20 E-Give …….………………………………………. $3,191.62
February 12, 2017
Collection …………………………………………. $9,152.04 Children’s Envelopes….………………………. $ 47.85 E-Give …….………………………………………. $1,989.62
Thank you for your Support!
SATURDAY, February 18 * Vigil/Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 5:00 Jack Leonhard SUNDAY, February 19 * Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:30 Don Shipman 11:00 Catherine Anne Donahue MONDAY, February 20 * Weekday * 6:30 Louise Lusardi TUESDAY, February 21 * St. Peter Damian, Bishop and Doctor of the Church 6:30 For the Intentions of Fr. Norm Douglas WEDNESDAY, February 22 * The Chair of St. Peter the Apostle 6:30 Rev. Thomas Gallagher THURSDAY, February 23 * St. Polycarp, Bishop and Martyr 6:30 Pasquale DiSalvo - Anniversary FRIDAY, February 24 * Weekday 6:30 Tami Mitchell 8:15 Bill Maloy SATURDAY, February 25 * Vigil/Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time 5:00 Bud & Frances Palmer SUNDAY, February 26 * Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:30 Living & Deceased Members of St. Vincent de Paul Parish 11:00 MaryAnne Sutter
MASSES READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Sir 1:1-10; Ps 93:1-2, 5; Mk 9:14-29 Tuesday: Sir 2:1-11; Ps 37:3-4, 18- 19, 27-28, 39-40; Mk 9:30-37 Wednesday: 1 Pt 5:1-4; Ps 23:1-3a, 4-6; Mt 16:13-19 Thursday: Sir 5:1-8; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Mk 9:41-50 Friday: Sir 6:5-17; Ps 119:12, 16, 18, 27, 34, 35; Mk 10:1-12 Saturday: Sir 17:1-15; Ps 103:13-18; Mk 10:13-16 Sunday: Is 49:14-15; Ps 62:2-3, 6-9; 1 Cor 4:1-5; Mt 6:24-34
DIVINE WISDOM
The Lord's message, through Moses, was to "take no revenge and cherish no grudge . . . love your neighbor as yourself" (Leviticus 19:18). We might think, "Great in theory, but not always realistic!" Then Jesus in today's Gospel goes even further. Take a slap in the face and then turn the other cheek? Treat enemies the same as friends? Again, we're tempted to think that those are nice ideals, but not very practical in the "real world." Paul echoes Jesus when he tells the Corinthians that what passes for human wisdom is absurdity to God. Divine wisdom casts sunshine on the good and the bad, showers rain on the honest and the dishonest--without distinction. We must examine our wisdom and common sense to see how they compare to the wisdom of God, and make adjustments accordingly. Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co., Inc..
NOTE
The Rectory Office will be closed Monday, February 20, in observance of President’s Day!
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A WORD FROM THE DEACON Soon Lent will be upon us. Prayer, fasting, and almsgiving are, of course, the traditional spiritual disciplines of Lent. The Stations of the Cross, while useful for meditation throughout the year, have traditionally held a special place of prominence during Lent.
The Stations are an ancient devotion of the Church dating clear back to the 4th century when the emperor Constantine erected the Church of the Holy Sepulcher at the site where Jesus’ tomb was believed to have been. Processions of pilgrims to the church, especially during Holy Week, began soon after its completion. For more than a thousand years, Catholics referred to the devotion as the “Way of the Cross.” The number of stations varied widely, with some manuals of devotion listing as many as 37. Depictions of the events described in the Stations did not start becoming common in churches until Pope Innocent XI permitted the Franciscans in 1686 to erect such displays in all their churches. Pope Benedict XIII extended that privilege to all the faithful in 1726. Five years later, Pope Clement XII allowed all churches to have stations and fixed the number at 14. As you can see, this devotion – while staying true to its original purpose – has undergone much development and adaptation over the centuries. This Lent we are going to be praying the Stations of the Cross on WEDNESDAY EVENINGS, beginning at 7 p.m. We will also be praying the Stations on Good Friday. Various individuals will preside at the Stations and various formats will be used. We would like to add some prayers and extended reflections to help make the meditation more meaningful. As we begin preparing for this holy season, please consider participating in the Stations of the Cross. D B
RCIA CALENDAR
2/19/17 9:45 - 10:45 am -
Scullen Room RCIA Period of Catechumenate
Deacon Bob and Fr. Norm Topic: Social Teachings
11 am - Noon - Church, Scullen Room Mass, Presentation of the Creed,
Breaking Open the Word
2/26/17 - 9:45 - 10:45 am - Scullen Room RCIA Period of Catechumenate
Deacon Bob Topic: Lent and Liturgical Calendar
11 am - Noon - Church, Scullen Room Mass, Breaking Open the Word
MARCH 1
FAMILY PERSPECTIVES Jesus challenges us to be generous in our love. Keeping score, getting even, holding grudges, being resistant and hating enemies are not routes to holiness and the fulfilling life. Draw on God’s limitless love for you to go the extra mile, seek the great good, love your enemies and see what miracles God can work in your life! You cannot out give God!
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
St. Vincent Parish is beginning a Prayer Shawl Ministry. If you enjoy knitting or crocheting, please consider joining this wonderful ministry. People involved in this ministry knit/crochet shawls which are then given to console those who are grieving, comfort those who are ill, and bring hope to those going through difficult times in their lives. Knit in prayer, the shawls are then blessed by Fr. Norm. Two meetings are scheduled for those interested in learning more about this new ministry: Tuesday, February 28, 9:30 a.m. or 7 p.m. in the Scullen Room. If you would like to attend, please call Ellen Green at 330-867-1364.
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TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION In brushing up for "Catholic Jeopardy," it might help to know that there is only one feast on the calendar for a thing, rather than a person or mystery. It's for a chair: Saint Peter's chair in fact. After the Resurrection, there can be no doubt that the disciples reserved a special place for Simon Peter in the upper room. Later, Peter became the bishop of Antioch in today's Syria, the place where we were first called "Christians." From there, he went to Rome, the center of the Empire, where it is said that Peter sat in a chair in the house of Priscilla and Aquila to instruct his flock. Jesus, in entrusting the keys of the Kingdom to Peter and his successors, entrusted his compassion and mercy to them, and charged them with pointing to the Kingdom of God. Compassion and mercy are to resonate through their teaching. Since the ancient sign of a teacher is the chair ("disciple" literally means one who sits at the feet of a teacher), Peter's chair has long been treasured. Today there is a symbolic shrine of Peter's chair above the main altar of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. This monument is the last work of Bernini, a huge bronze throne supported by four doctors of the Church: Augustine and Ambrose from the Western Church, and Chrysostom and Athanasius from the East. High above it is the alabaster window of the descent of the Holy Spirit. --Rev. James Field, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.
MIDDLE SCHOOL AND
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY FEBRUARY 2017
CALENDAR February 2017 22 - Baking to help the Cookie Brigade What’s that? You haven’t heard of the
Cookie Brigade? It is a new group who volunteers its talents to bake items for special celebrations and events in our parish. Meet Mrs. Dies after school and we will bake some wonderful items to share with the parish. We should be done by 4:30.
25 – SkyMax in North Canton
Leave St. Vincent at 11. Arrive in North Canton at 11:30 to jump! $13 for an hour of jumping. Add $4 if you would like to go another ½ hour. Return to St. Vincent by 2 at the latest. If more than 14 attend, I will need parents to help drive. If less than 5 go, the event will be cancelled. R.S.V.P by March 19th.
WAIVER MUST BE SIGNED BEFOREHAND BY PARENTS:
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UPCOMING EVENTS! March 31st … Cleveland Cavs Game! Do not be left out! Limited tickets…$38 per ticket and you will get to go down on the floor to greet the Cavs or the ‘76s before the game. We would leave St. Vincent in the church van at 5:30 and travel to Cleveland in time to go on the floor. Tickets must be paid for when ordered. Families are welcome to attend.
Ellen Dies Youth Ministry Director
St. Vincent: (330)535-3135 ext 101 [email protected]
ST. VINCENT de PAUL AUXILIARY Look for a wonderful opportunity to come your way. The Auxiliary's one time a year request for your monetary donations is on its way! The Bakeless Bake Sale letter will come to you at the beginning of the Lenten season, a time when we all reflect on and assess our role in others' lives. With your help, a mother can prepare her own meal at home for her family. With your help, many people are relieved of the stress of wondering how to get enough food for the week. You can make a difference in the lives of many by helping to provide basic nourishment and also providing a feeling that - someone cares! Thank you for all of your many past gifts and for opening your hearts to others!
St. Vincent de Paul Auxiliary
VOLUNTEER AT SALVATION ARMY
Volunteer opportunities at the front desk and also in the feeding program. Contact Scott Robishaw, Volunteer Coordinator, at 330-762-8481, x94 or email [email protected].
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COMMUNITY PREGNANCY CENTER
Are you looking for an opportunity to volunteer in a manner that uplifts your faith and serves God's people? Community Pregnancy Center in Barberton is looking for additional volunteers to work one-on-one with clients. Training is provided ~ all you need to bring is your desire to love as Jesus does. For more information, please call or email Peggy:
330-825-1900 [email protected].
(Community Pregnancy Center is a Christian outreach ministry faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church.)
Food, Fellowship and
Faith for Adults
Monday February 20 D’Agnese’s at White Pond Akron
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7:00 pm Appetizers, 7:30 pm Speaker $10 Admission includes appetizers – Cash bar
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JOIN FR. NORM DOUGLAS AT THE FAITH ALIVE RETREAT • Learn how you can strengthen the connections between faith and the challenges of daily life. • Discover how to experience the Lord’s presence and guidance in our everyday experiences. • Find how to be more prayerfully centered in the midst of life’s many distractions. We will meet in the Spiritual Center at St. Hilary Parish on Friday evening, March 3, and again all day on Saturday, March 4. All are welcome, including inactive Catholics, persons of other faiths, or those with no faith affiliation. For more information or to receive a registration form, you can simply call the parish office at 330-535-3135 x101, email [email protected], or fill in the following information requesting a registration form and mail to:
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SINGING ANGELS Sunday, February 26, 2017, 4 pm
Fairlawn Lutheran Church 3415 West Market Street
The Singing Angels, founded in 1964, is a non-profit organization dedicated to youth development through the highest level of artistic achievement in the performing arts. Comprised of over 150 singers publicly auditioned from ten counties across NE Ohio, its membership encompasses all races, creeds, and economic levels. Performances include a wide variety of styles, including Broadway, pop, gospel, patriotic, barbershop, and light classical repertoire. This performance will feature the Children’s Earth Anthem, composed by Charles Eversole and commissioned to be performed nationwide in celebration of the 2016 centennial of the National Park Service. Questions: call 330-736-7286, 330-867-3082, or visit www.flcs-oh.org.
Congratulations to the following students for their first-semester achievements at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School.
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CONGRATULATIONS!!! HIGH SCHOOL HONOR ROLLS
Merit Roll (3.3-3.69) Zoe Brown Claire Dannemiller Elise Davis Aaron DiFeo Alexa DiFeo Kevin Fulkerson Eva Gaspar Emily Layne Nick Locastro Sophia Manna Elaina Mendiola Emma Nagy Louis Nagy Owen Presper
Monte Schellenberger Marjorie Sovacool Will Sparhawk Elizabeth Tavolier Zoe Zelch
Honor Roll (3.7-3.99)
Ben Arnold Cadence Dangerfield Gino Davis Antoinette DiFeo Bradford Fram
Natalie Isaacs Maura O’Connor Kalie Oliver Principal’s List
(4.0) Isabelle Davis Isabella DiFeo Vincent Glidden Nathan Gorbach Deviana Lal Elliott Whitmyer Thomas Wilson
Grade 7 Grace Mackey Molly Mackey Sofie Schneider
Grade 11 Olivia Thorn
Grade 9 Audrey Kunce Anna Schneider
Grade 12 Emma Kunce
The following students have been named to the Second Quarter Honor Roll at Our Lady of the Elms High School.
OUR LADY OF THE ELMS DINNER/AUCTION
Our Lady of the Elms will be holding its annual February Fantasy dinner and auction on Saturday, February 25. The event begins at 6 p.m. at the high school, 1375 West Market Street in Akron. For more information or to purchase tickets, go to http://www.theelms.org/february-fantasy/.
In keeping with our commitment to support Catholic education, Ohio Catholic Federal Credit Union will be awarding $35,000 in Catholic elementary and high school scholarships for the 2017-2018 academic year! Scholarships will be based primarily on financial need and awarded in $1,000 increments. In order to apply for a scholarship, applicants must be a member of Ohio Catholic Federal Credit Union, currently attend a Catholic elementary school or high school in Ohio, and be willing to provide proof of income if chosen as a finalist. Families may only apply once during the application period. Online applications can be accessed at http://www.ohiocatholicfcu.com/scholarships beginning Catholic Schools Week on Monday, January 30, 2017, until Friday, March 3, 2017. Not currently a member? Not a problem. You can also apply for membership for Ohio Catholic Federal Credit Union online at http://ohiocatholicfcu.com or by calling 1-888-MyOhioCatholic (696-4462).
STEM Learning in Action at St. Vincent de Paul Parish School!
One of the most important aspects of a STEM education is incorporating Problem-based learning into our teaching of the academic standards. What this means in the classroom is that the class is given a real-life problem to solve. Then using their skills learned in their academic subjects of math,
science, language arts, social studies, etc., the class will work to find solutions to be used for that real-life problem. For SVDP Parish School children, these fantastic learning experiences are often created in collaboration with public agencies in our city to help us expand our learning into the community. Here is a summary of one of our current projects: Representatives from the Akron Zoo came to our fifth grade class to present a problem for us to solve. Their problem is that Forest, their North American porcupine, cannot go outside for enrichment, because of his wandering nature. He is unable to explore outdoors due to his unique characteristics, like long, spiky quills, which make it difficult to handle him. His keepers have little means to keep him secure when in an open area, especially one containing any type of trees or shrubs, as Forest is a skilled climber. Therefore, we are being asked to help find a solution to safely handling Forest, so that he can participate in outdoor enrichment and have a better quality of life. We were specifically chosen for this task because of the standards that we cover in fifth grade Science. We are currently studying about how energy is transferred in ecosystems, as well as habitats, adaptations, and food chains, to name a few concepts. After we understand these general concepts, we will then research these ideas in the context of a North American porcupine. We hope that our knowledge of how and where Forest’s species lives naturally, as well as his characteristics, will help us to design a solution to allow Forest to live a more successful life in captivity. We even hope that our design might go further to help other North American porcupines with similar enrichment limitations in other zoos and sanctuaries. We are excited to take on this challenge!
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ST. VINCENT de PAUL COMMUNITY COUNCIL
SVDP Community Council is looking for volunteers to help plan our largest fundraiser of the year. 2nd Annual SVDP Carnival SEPT 2017. Our first commitment meeting will be held March 7, 6-7pm, in the Corrigan Hall. Please consider joining us. Many hands make light work! Questions? Please contact Jen Lann, SVDP Community Council President 330.730.5860.
LOYOLA RETREAT HOUSE FAT TUESDAY DINNER &
LENTEN REFLECTION Tues., Feb. 28, 2017
Directed by Abbot Clement Zeleznik, OSB A Spiritual Reflection and Mardi Gras Feast in
preparation for Lent. The evening begins with a Social at 5:30 p.m.
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Registration Form at loyolaretreathouse.com or call 330-896-2315
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