December 24, 2017
929 Pearl Road • Brunswick, Ohio 44212 • 330.460.7300 • www.StAmbrose.us
Grant us, O Lord peace in our days,
peace in our hearts, peace in our families. Peace in our country, peace in our nations.
Make our lives a prayer of peace for the world.
Advent Prayer for Peace
What a wonderful celebration with Bishop Perez!
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Mark Your Ca lenda rsTHIS WEEK
CALENDAR KEY C CCSPLC GYM HH LCMT LCMK LCLK LCJN LCFM PLCJPII PLCMT
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24CHRISTMAS EVE
MONDAY, DECEMBER 25MERRY CHRISTMAS!
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 269:00 am - 11:00 am Sarah’s Circle (LCMK)7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Ministry of Praise (CC)7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Overeater's Anonymous (LCMT)
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 279:00 am - 10:00 am SAS+ Yoga (PLCMT)9:00 am - 10:30 pm Building & Grounds Meeting (PLCJPII)9:30 am- 11:00 am Scripture Study w/Mark Oldfield (LCLK)1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Book Club (LCFM)6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Bible Study-Small Koeth Group (LCMT)7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Parish Finance Council Meeting (PLCJPII)
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2810:30 am - 12:00 pm Prayer Shawl Ministry (LCMT)2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Heavenly Angels (C)6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Legion of Mary (CC)7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Women's Renewal (LCMT)7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Knights of Columbus 4th Degree (LCFM)7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Boy Scouts #513 (HH1-3)
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 295:00 pm- 10:30 pm Bingo (GYM)
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 30Spend time with your family!
ChurchChurch ChapelSchoolParish Life CenterHilkert Hall GYMHilkert HallLehner CenterMatthewLehner Center, MarkLehner Center, LukeLehner Center, JohnLehner Center, Fr. McGivneyParish Life Center, John Paul IIParish Life Center,Mother Teresa
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Sun. 9:00 am - 12:00 pmMon. 8:30 am - 8:30 pmTues. & Wed. 8:30 am - 8:00 pmThurs. & Fri. 8:30 am - 6:00 pmSat. 8:30 am - 2:30 pmPhone: 330.460.7300Fax: 330.460.7342Web: www.StAmbrose.usFacebook: StAmbrose.usTwitter: @StAmbroseChurch
Saint Ambrose BingoThe Friendliest Game in Town
We’re closing out the year with our popular $30 package night. As a token of our appreciation to all of our players, we will also be giving away a free holiday meal. So be sure to join us for a fun-filled evening of bingo with over $6000 in total prizes. In addition to huge payouts and fun door-prizes, don’t miss out on your chance to win our weekly Progressive game with a maximum payout of $10,000.
The doors open at 5:00 pm and the Early Bird games start at 7:00 pm. We hope to see you this Friday. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Please consider a special gift to Saint Ambrose this Christmas in support
of our parish community.
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Readings for the Week
2018 March for LifeKnights of Columbus Bus Trip to Washington, DC
The bus trip to the 2018 March for Life will leave St. Ambrose Parish on Thursday night, January 18, traveling overnight
to arrive in Washington, DC January 19. We will attend the Vigil for Life Closing Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on Friday morning and then participate in the Rally and March for Life at the US Capitol. We will return Friday evening, arriving back at St. Ambrose after midnight January 20. Box lunch included.
Cost is $65/person. Contact Marty Shaw for more information at 216.533.7737 or [email protected].
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PARISH NEWSFrom Our Pas tor…”And coming to her, he said, "Hail, full of grace! The Lord is with you." But she was greatly troubled at what was said and
pondered what sort of greeting this might be. Then the angel said to her, "Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.” What should give us peace this Christmas (and always)? Knowing that the Lord is with us. With that awareness, with that knowledge, we should never have a reason to be ‘afraid’ or distressed. This Christmas, may you know the peace of Christ deep in your heart. Hail, full of grace. The Lord is with YOU.
…This Christmas you and your goodness have brought comfort and peace for so many, many people. Thank you so much for your support for all our efforts to care for those who struggle and are in need. I am writing this on Monday afternoon, a team of wonderful members just sorted through an additional 1,100 coats which are heading to the inner city on Tuesday afternoon. Your gently used coats, hats and gloves are going to be put to good use this winter for children and adults. It’s a great gift you give to them. You will blanket them with warmth and protection from the weather. Even more, you will give them the assurance that they are not
alone. In the name of the Lord, you are with them. God bless you abundantly.
…Many thanks to Janet Majka and her team for an amazing Living Nativity last Sunday night. Many of you commented on the picture of our seminarian Josh getting a kiss from the camel! It was a perfect family night. All of our Advent/Christmas events have been well-done, well-attended, and a great blessing for our community.
…Our Community Meal this past Sunday broke a record (which is as good as it is bad) as they served 400 people. Over 290 meals were delivered to homebound in our community. It was a great blessing to so many.
…Many of our members had the opportunity to meet Norbert Koehn last Sunday at Coffee and Doughnuts. Norbert was amazed at both the crowds and the great energy and interest around the work he will do for our community. Our Vision 20/20 team has selected him to be our liturgical consultant/designer for some new liturgical art for the Church (Mary Statue, Altar, Crucifix, Stations of the Cross). You can find a link to some pictures of his work on our website at: www.StAmbrose.us/vision2020.
…Bishop Perez was so complimentary about his visit to Saint Ambrose. He said he could sense that this was a wonderful community from the moment he arrived. You could feel the
goodness and energy. Thanks to Matt Fodor and Helen Lanzarotta for a beautiful Mass. Thanks to Jane Baldwin and her team for an incredible reception.
…Christmas Eve and Day will bring many guests and visitors to Church. Thanks be to God! Let’s work together to make everyone feel welcome and ‘at peace’ when they are with us. This will help all of us have a joyous celebration of Christmas. We will have off-duty police to assist in parking.
…Many of you have commented how much you have appreciated the ‘gift box’ that has reminded all of us of the gift of peace we need and should give this Christmas. The display comes as a gift to our community from some of the good friends who help us with The FEST.
…Your 2018 calendar should have arrived this past week. Many thanks to our community partners for making this special gift possible for all of us. Enjoy!!
…As we bring this Advent Season to a close, my prayer each day has been for the gift of God’s peace. In these days, may God grant you and your loved ones the gift of true peace….a peace that comes from knowing that the Lord is with you now and always. Blessed Christmas.
Join us for a Parish Family Night and enjoy a wonderful Italian Meal.
Saturday, January 135:30 p.m. in Hilkert Hall
Tickets:$8 for adults, $4 children under 12, Under 3 free
Purchase by January 4th at the Parish Office.
Questions?Contact Jane at 330-460-7381, [email protected]
or Lisa at 330.460.7315, [email protected]
Dinner Menu: A wonderful Italian meal of pasta, meatballs,
salad, garlic bread and dessert!
Spaghetti Dinner!
Spaghetti Dinner!
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Masses in GREEN are for the 4th Sunday of AdventMassed in RED are for Christmas
The Mass Schedule can also be found onlineat www.stambrose.us
Remember in Your Pra yersINTENTIONS
Sunday, December 24 | 4th Sunday of Advent7:30 † Paul Hibler (Mom & Dad)9:00 Saint Ambrose Members4:00 (C) † Deceased of Neff & Pipak Families (Carol Neff)4:00 (H) † Dallas Winrod (Family)6:00 † Carmen & Florence Ravo (The Pillatt Family)8:00 † Charles R. Gazso (Family)12:00 † Michael Ruby (Mrs. Jeanette Ruby)
Monday, December 25| Nativity of the Lord8:00 † Rita & Joe Pavlick (Family & Friends)10:00 † Donald Gerle-50th Anniversary of his passing (Betty & Henry Wroblewski)12:00 † Deceased of Kovacs & Harsey Families (Family)
Tuesday, December 26 | St. Stephen8:15 † Janet Marchisio (Kevin Marchisio)
Wednesday, December 27 | St. John the Apostle8:15 † Mike Cipulllo & Mary (Family)5:30 † Robert F. Cebula (Jan Avery)
Thursday, December 28 | The Holy Innocents, Martyrs8:15 † Mary Strancar (Family)
Friday, December 298:15 † Robert Keister (Wife)5:30 † Janet Marchisio (Kevin Marchisio)
Saturday, December 308:15 † Tim Cinadr (Wife)4:30 † Richard E. Irish (Jim & Carol Lepi)
Sunday, December 31 | Feast of the Holy Family7:30 † Joseph Walgus (Family)9:00 † Mary Bukovsky (Family)10:30 † Corrine Bogacki (Loretta Zielinski)12:00 † Donald Berg (Darlene Hight)5:00 † Gordon Fournier (Wife & Family)
Richard Baronak, Sr.Jessica BossoneRobert BossoneErna BrewsterVicki Carley Mary Jane ChesterLibby Chodkiewicz Carol Destro
Sam GallettiTheresa Gill LeeAnn HipplerBetty Ann HodanAlice KalkaJohn Paul Kelly Joe Kobie Betty Kovelan
Pray for Our SickDonna MadarAnn McGillMary OgnibeneLinda RiegelmayerJoseph RodriguezBill SaundersCheryl SneedAnthony Weiland
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We RememberThose called home to the Lord
If you would like your loved one’s name on the prayer list, call Connie at 330.225.9236 or email [email protected]. We publish the names of our sick in the bulletin for 3 weeks. For a complete list of names, visit www.StAmbrose.us/PrayerList.
Those Battling CancerPlease Pray for Them and Their Families
Marie HeinJohn Paul KellyBarbara KulbagaHelen Mancuso
Carol SaboJerry Sipan Angelo Stavole Rick Zevchik
Christmas Mass Schedule
James Iorfida, Sr. Husband of Annette IorfidaBorn into Life: January 26, 1938 Called into Eternal Life: December 14, 2017
Larry C. Dunlap Husband of Carolann DunlapBorn into Life: October 24, 1942 Called into Eternal Life: December 15, 2017
Gary Saunders Boyfriend of Donna FejesBorn into Life: February 17, 1960 Called into Eternal Life: December 15, 2017
Living With Cancer Prayer/ SupportGroup Meets the First Wednesday of the MonthLiving with Cancer Prayer and Support Group was started in 2009 and has become an important part of our spiritual life. Spend a little time with us at our next meeting on Wednesday, January 3 at 7:00 pm in the Lehner Center Matthew Room as we share, support and embrace our friendship with prayer. This group is for cancer survivors, caregivers, family members and anyone whose life had been touched by cancer and are in need of our prayers and support. We always meet on the first Wednesday of the month. Come and see if together we can make a difference. For more information, call Miriam at 330.225.9005 or Terri at 216.990.0082.
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PASTORAL STAFF Father Bob Stec, Pastor 330.460.7333Father Rob Ramser, Parochial Vicar 330.460.7311Father Adam Zajac, Parochial Vicar 330.460.7312Deacon Clem BelterDeacon Gary TomazicDeacon Thomas SheridanDeacon Frank WeglickiAbbot Gary Hoover, OSB, Weekend AssistantJane Baldwin, Spiritual Life Coordinator 330.460.7381Matthew Fodor, Music Ministry 330.460.7337Lisa Homady, Care and Compassion Coordinator 330.460.7315Helen Lanzarotta, Music Ministry & Parish Life Coordinator 330.460.7343Mike Mascio, Business Operations Manager 330.460.7344Max Menkhaus, Music Ministry 330.460.7300Caitlin O’Neill, FIAT Youth Ministry 330.460.7387Helen Sheridan, Family Life Ministry 330.460.7322
SUPPORT STAFFNatalie English, Marketing Strategist 330.460.7334Kathy Sarazin, Parish Office Coordinator 330.460.7300
PSR STAFFDeb Houdek, PSR Secretary 330.460.7326Jenna LaGuardia, Jr. High PSR Coordinator 330.460.7323Janet Majka, PSR Coordinator 330.460.7321
SCHOOL STAFFLisa Cinadr, Day School Principal 330.460.7350Chris Dziedzicki, Day School Assistant Principal 330.460.7362Catherine Mitchell, Preschool Director 330.460.7361John Krupinski, School Programs Consultant 330.460.7346Breanne Logue, Institutional Advancement 330.460.7318
PARISH LEADERSBob Downs, Parish Finance Council 330.273.3108Bryce Rausch, Parish Finance Council 215.896.9248Jim Lepi, Athletic Director 330.273.1801Frank Gati and Alan Yarcusko, School Advisory Board [email protected] Parish Leadership Team, 330.460.7381
BAPTISM: Parents need to attend a Pre-Baptism Class for their first child. Call Kim Nemet at 330.460.7316 to register.
MARRIAGE: Congratulations! Please call a priest or deacon at the Parish Office at least six months prior to proposed date to begin your wedding preparations.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION (Adult RCIA): Come and learn more about the Catholic faith. Call the PLC.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Confessions are celebrated Saturdays from 3:30 – 4:00 pm and by appointment.
PARISH MEMBERSHIP: Call 330.460.7300 to register. Current members please notify Parish Office if you move.
Staff and Contact Information
Sacraments
Please continue to pray for all the men and women serving our country, for their families who miss them dearly and for their safe return home. If you have someone to add, please contact Michele Sumner: [email protected]
Pray for Those Serving and Their FamiliesSPC Niko Bernardone Army MAJ David M. Elliott Marine Corps LTJG Travis Elliott NavyLT Serena Gerfy NavyPO Rob Hartman NavyMAJ Brad Klusmann Marine Corps MAJ Jared Klusmann Marine Corps CPL Nicholas Levitsky Marine Corps SPC William Mortensen ArmyPVT Christian Nowak Marine Corps SSGT Matthew Pyzik Air Force SPC Bradly Renfro ArmyBG Stephen Sklenka Marine CorpsSGT Ryan Sumner Army2NDLT Zachary Taylor Marine Corps
Active Military
Weddin gsEngagements: Congratulations! Please call a priest or deacon at the Parish Office at least six months prior to proposed date to begin your wedding preparations.
BaptismsBaptism Classes: Parents need to attend a Pre-Baptism Class for their first child. Call Kim Nemet at 330.460.7316 to register.
Banns of MarriageIII. Patrick Harmon & Kelly Benson
