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Benjamin West (1738-1820), The Ascension, 1801. Oil on canvas, 49½ x 34 in. The Berger Collection, Denver Art Museum, Denver, Colorado.
Offertory #89—Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise
Closing #738—Crown Him with Many Crowns
The Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord May 8, 2016
Entrance Let the Earth Rejoice and Sing
Communion #578—Worthy Is the Lamb
This Week’s Liturgy
SUNDAY, MAY 8 The Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord Acts 1:1-11; Ephesians 1:17-23; Luke 24:46-53 10:30 AM Mother’s Day Confraternity Knights of Columbus Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30am, 12:00 Noon, 5:30pm MONDAY, MAY 9 Acts 19:1-8; John 16:29-33 7:00 AM † Florence C Zust & Anne P Grischik 8:30 AM † Michael Pachuta 7:00 PM † Dennis Spisak TUESDAY, MAY 10
Acts 20:17-27; John 17:1-11a 7:00 AM † Teresa Fallon 8:30 AM † Stanley Kovalsick & Karen Dennis 7:00 PM † Members of the Niksa & Copfer Families WEDNESDAY, MAY 11
Acts 20:28-38; John 17:11b-19 7:00 AM † Fr. William Gavron 8:30 AM † Rose Herwatt 7:00 PM † Coletta F. Stanton THURSDAY, MAY 12
Acts 22:30; 23:6-11; John 17:20-26 7:00 AM † David Ferlito 8:30 AM † Raymond Adams 7:00 PM † Karen Lonero & Family FRIDAY, MAY 13
Acts 25:13b-21; John 21:15-19 7:00 AM † Edward Walick 8:30 AM † Emily Collaros 7:00 PM † John & Katherine Kopchak SATURDAY, MAY 14
St. Matthias Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; John 15:9-17 8:00 AM † Dec'd of the Minchak & Kriz Family 10:00 PM Wedding— Sarah Black & Sergio Basurto 12:00 PM Wedding— Julie Golem & John Garswood 2:00 PM Wedding— Astrid Hernandez & James Smith VIGIL MASSES: 4:00 & 6:00pm SUNDAY, MAY 15
Pentecost Sunday Acts 2:1-11; I Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13; John 20:19-23 2:00 PM May Crowning Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30am, 12:00 Noon, 5:30pm
Merici Chapel… As you make plans for Spring activities, sporting events, graduations, showers, weddings and gardening, try & make time for the most important event in your life — preparing for eternity. Visit Jesus in Merici Chapel. He’ll help you with your plans.
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Sprinkling with Holy Water Springs of Water...L. Trapp
This Sunday, May 8, is Mothers’ Day. At all our Masses this weekend we will remember our moms, both the living and the deceased. Our
Youth Group is sponsoring a Mothers’ Day Carnation Sale. Today the Church marks the Solemnity of the Ascension.
At one time, the Ascension was celebrated exactly forty days after Easter (which would have fallen on last Thursday.) In recent years, many Bishops in the United States have transferred the observation of the Ascension to the Sunday following the forty-day observance.
This Thursday, May 12, at 7:00pm in church (the 7:00pm Mass that evening will be celebrated in Merici Chapel) we will host Christopher West, internationally known Catholic speaker and evangelist. West’s presentation is entitled “Life, Love, and Mercy.” West is a dynamic speaker, originally inspired by St John Paul II and now highly motivated by Pope Francis’ Year of Mercy. St Charles has offered some excellent speakers in year’s past; Christopher West is one of the best and will be long-remembered. See you Thursday evening! Our recently founded Evangelization Commission heartily endorses this presentation. In Pope Francis’ words, “ministers of the Church must be ministers of mercy above all.”
I have asked each 2016-2019 candidate for Parish Council to tell us a little about (him/her)self. You will find those statements in this bulletin. Please look them over and then select your four candidates. The Parish Council election will take place next weekend before Mass begins. Thank you to all who accepted nomination.
Four years ago, St Charles parishioners pledged generously to the diocesan-wide Rooted in Faith Capital Campaign. Thirty percent of the funds received are returned to St Charles. We agreed at the time of the campaign that our share would be set aside in a Rainy Day Fund for unexpected but necessary improve-ments/repairs to our parish plant. This week we were faced with areas of asphalt in our parking lot requiring immediate attention. At last Thursday’s meeting, our Finance Council reviewed the situation. It is more cost-effective to provide concrete pavement at the east entrance of the Charles Ave lot, in front of the PAC. Asphalt in the Wilber Ave lot will be patched. We are also examining the replacing of other asphalt areas with concrete. Our Rainy Day Fund will bear the cost. Work should be completed in June (before the Carnival!) Some sharp young priests of our Diocese have begun a program called “Theology on Tap.” It caters to young adults, in their 20’s and 30’s. Fr Tim Roth (St Charles born and bred) is now associate pastor at St Angela in Fairview Park; he is a mover and shaker in this endeavor. There is a social, appetizers, and a cash bar. An interesting and informative talk is then given. The locale is Beach Cliff Tavern, 19245 Detroit Ave in Rocky River. Each evening begins at 7:00. This Wednesday, May 11, Jacob Bearer, St Mary seminarian, will speak on “Mary, Not Just Your Gramma’s Momma.” The next presentation will be Wednesday, June 8. Eric Garris will offer “All In: Mysticism or Nothing At All.” By the way, Father Terry and Father Ryan have already been guest speakers—to sell-out crowds! Check the bulletin article for details.
St. Charles Borromeo Church May 8, 2016
III Sarah Black & Sergio Basurto III Julie Golem & John Garswood III Astrid Hernandez & James Smith II Nicole Hwodeky & Jeffrey Kincaid
LIFE IS CHANGED, NOT ENDED Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord
Sharon Ranieri
William Carr
Evelyn Melinsky
Margaret O‘Keefe
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP
MOTHER’S DAY FLOWER SALE
After all Mother’s Day weekend
Masses. Carnations will be available in
a variety of colors for $1.00. Surprise
your Mom with the gift of flowers or
honor her memory if you plan a visit to
the cemetery.
May
7th &
8th
FOR MOM ON MOTHER’S DAY Looking for the perfect way to remember Mom on Mother’s Day? Enroll your Mom, living or deceased, in St Charles Mothers' Memorial Confraternity. All Moms will be remembered at the 10:30am Mass on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 8th. Moms
will also be remembered at a Mothers' Memorial Confraternity Mass to be offered once-per-month June 2016 to Apri1 2017. Pick up a Confraternity card from the Parish Office after Mass today. Your free-will offering will be gratefully accepted.
Offertory Collection $25,878.55
ACH / Online / Credit Card 17,719.67
Total $43,598.22
SUNDAY COLLECTION
May 1, 2016
Thank you!
The Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord May 8, 2016
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP MINISTRY (Grades 9-12)
Saturday, May 7 Encounter! ...7:30-10:15pm starting in church with Mass followed by Open Gym & hanging out this evening. Jeff Botos will lead praise & worship during the Youth Mass. All 8th graders are invited!! Saturday/Sunday, May 7 & 8… Mother’s Day Flower Sale after all Masses. We need your help (including 8th graders)!!! Call Sr. Denise Marie if you are available (884-3030). June 17-18-19… Save the date...Franciscan University’s Steubenville Summer Conference. Registration forms available in Parish Office. Deposit of $50 is due ASAP to reserve your spot. Cost for the weekend is $195. All 8th graders are invited!!
Upperclassmen Leadership Team Youth‐Focused & Youth‐Led Mass New Days & Times for Events Twice a Month Events for 9th‐12th Graders
Any questions, contact: Lena (216)-544-6164 / [email protected] Fr. Ryan (440)884-3030 / [email protected] Sr. Denise (440)884-3030 / [email protected]
!! Space is Limited !!
All 8th graders are invited!! Registration forms available in the Parish Office.
Please return to Sr. Denise Marie with a $50 deposit ASAP (Weekend cost is $195.)
Summer 2016 Steubenville Conference
St. Charles High School Youth Group
Friday - Sunday
June 17, 18, 19
ATTENTION ALL 2016 GRADUATES BOTH
COLLEGE AND HIGH SCHOOL Mark your calendars now for Sunday, June 5th at 10:30am. Your parish family is planning a special Mass and reception to celebrate your graduation. We invite ALL graduates to be a part of this celebration (high school, college). Please call the Parish Office (440)884-3030 if you can attend. Invitations to known high school seniors were mailed out recently. More details to follow.
2nd Annual May Crowning
Our 2nd Annual May Crowning will take place on Sunday, May 15th, 2016 at 2:00pm in our church. We are asking that any member of our parish that would like to participate in the “Living Rosary” to please call the Parish Of-fice and leave your name and phone number. This could be one adult or teen individual, a couple or a family of no more than four who would be willing to lead a Hail Mary or another part of the rosary.
PCRF
(Parish Christian Religious Formation) Registration of PCRF for the 2016-2017 school year is going on now. Any child attending grades Kindergarten thru 8th in the Fall can register at the Parish Office. Classes are held on Mondays (September thru May). You can call the PCRF office (440)886-5668 for more information.
BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION St. Charles School participates in the Box Tops for Education fundraising program. Box Tops can be found on items like
Progresso soup, Cheerios and Kleenex. We would appreciate it if you would save them for the school. Box Tops can be dropped off at the parish or school office. Any questions, call Debbie at the school office (440)886-5546. Thank you for your support!
BOY SCOUT TROOP 221
CAR WASH FUNDRAISER
Boy Scout Troop 221 will have a car wash at the Unity Catholic Credit Union parking lot on Sunday, May 15th from 9:30am to 1:30pm. $10 donation appreciated. Interior service available. All monies go to benefit the 2017 Sea Base High Adventure trip.
St. Charles Borromeo Church May 8, 2016
SUMMER BIBLE FUN
July 25 ‐ 29, 2016
It is time once again to register for Summer Bible Fun. This year's theme is The Rosary. SBF will take place July 25th-29th for students entering grades 1-5 in Fall 2016.
Registration forms are available in the Parish Office and are due back to the Parish Office by May 9. If you have any questions, please contact the PCRF office at 440-886-5668.
THEOLOGY ON TAP | WEST
Each 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 complemen-tary appetizers and a cash bar, followed by a speaker. Admission is only $5.
Our next speaker on Wednesday, May 11th will be Jacob Bearer, a 4th year theologian at St. Mary Seminary, who will be offering us an interesting reflection on Mary, our Mother, in his talk entitled, "Mary: Not Just Your Gramma's Momma." 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 details, please contact: Fr. Tim Roth (440.333.2133 / [email protected]) or Fr. Jeff Barnish (440.734.13001 / [email protected])
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Spring is around the corner and it is time for the Annual Knights of Columbus Super Cash Bonanza. Each ticket is only $5 and the proceeds from each sale benefit St. Charles. For more information and for tickets please contact a fellow St. Charles Knight, PTU member, or visit the Parish Office by May 9th.
Brother Knights, please remember that there is a meeting on Monday, May 9th. Officers Meeting at 7:00pm, Rosary at 7:30pm, followed by the Business Meeting at 7:45pm in the Borromeo Room of the Parish Activity Center.
Please Pray the Rosary.
The
Winter is coming!
Don’t be left out in the cold!
St. Charles Drama Club Presents:
Snow Queen By Hans Christian Anderson
Friday, May 13th ‐ 7:00pm &
Saturday, May 14th ‐ 1:00pm
Performances are in the School Gym.
Admission is free!
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St. Charles Ladies Guild presents
t [|@gxt _âÇv{xÉÇ “Bring your own tea cup & saucer”
Saturday, May 21st 12Noon—2:30pm
Lower Parish Hall
Ages 10—110 A lite luncheon with all the tea & coffee you can drink will
be provided. Our speaker will be Deborah Lime — “What Parma has to offer its Residents”
Door Prizes & Raffle Prizes
Welcoming great grandmas, grandmas, mothers, nieces, daughters, sisters (no children under the age of 10, please)
$5 for ages 10-16 | all others $7
Stop in the Parish Office to purchase tickets. For more information, please call Pat Lawler (440)843-9186.
Basista Furniture
5295 State Rd, Parma
216‐398‐5900
Stop in the Parish Office
for a Discount/ Donation
Voucher!
Need new furniture or accessories for your home? Stop in Basista Furniture on State Rd in Parma and present a special Parish Discount/Donation Voucher upon entering the store. St. Charles parishioners will receive an additional discount from sale prices. Also, a donation will be made to St. Charles Borromeo Parish upon delivery of your order!!
CASINO BUS TRIP Fundraiser Sponsored by the St. Charles Ladies Guild
Meadows Casino Washington, PA
Wednesday, June 8th
$40/pp / $30 play back money
Leave new parking lot 9:00am; return around 7:30pm
All are Welcome!!
Reservations due by June 3rd to the Parish Office in
envelope marked Ladies Guild Bus Trip ‐or‐ Pat Lawler
Checks payable for $40 to: St. Charles Ladies Guild
For more information, call Pat Lawler (440)843‐9186
St. Charles Borromeo Church May 8, 2016
SENIOR HEALTH & FITNESS PROGRAMS Mount Alverna Village in partnership with Seven Hills
Community Recreation Center are sponsoring, Senior Health & Fitness Day on Wednesday, May 25th, from 9:00am to 12:00 Noon at 7777 Summitview Drive, Seven Hills, Ohio. Each Wednesday leading up to the Health Fair, we will be offering Focus Groups on various topics. There is no fee to attend any of these events. Listed
below are other focus groups beginning with continental break-fast & entertainment from 8:30am-9:00am followed by the presentation from 9:00am-10:30am.
May 11 Food Safety for Seniors
May 18 Medicare 101—We Educate you on the Difference between a Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage Plan & Part D Prescription Plan
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE (216‐749‐2323) Join us for a Reverse Raffle, Saturday, May 14th, 6:30pm in the Parish Center for a chance to win $1,000. Tickets are $35 and include a delicious home-cooked dinner and beer. Only 250 tickets will be sold and all 250 will be drawn. Don’t miss out on your chance to win! For tickets or more info, call Roger (216)269-3114.
ST. LEO THE GREAT (216‐661‐1006)
Bus trip, Tuesday, May 10th, Mansfield, Ohio, stops at Mansfield Memorial Museum, Richland Carrousel Park, Der Dutchman Restaurant, Possum Run Greenhouse, Wayne’s Country Market, Eatmor Bundt Co. & Olivesbury General Store. $66/person. For more info, call Joanne (440)426-3505.
ST. THOMAS MORE (216‐749‐0414) Travel to Italy with Fr. Bill Bouhall & Fr. John Miceli from October 7-17, 2017. Cost is $3,990 (airfare & all-included). We will visit Rome, Assisi, Tuscany, Florence, Siena, Padua & Venice. To register, please contact (855)842-8001 or register online at www.proximotravel.com.
THE 50TH WEDDING
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION The annual 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration will be held on Sunday, July 31st at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. Bishop Richard G. Lennon, will be the principal celebrant. Reservations are now being accepted for couples married 50 years (married in 1966). Couples celebrating other significant anniversaries (55 or over) or who have missed previous celebra-tions are welcome to register and attend. Seating is limited in the Cathedral. The number of guests will be determined by the seating capacity and total number registered.
Date & Time: Sunday, July 31st, 2016—2:30pm Mass Place: Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
Please register in the Parish Office by June 26th. On or after July 15, registered couples will receive a letter with instructions, map and driving/parking details.
If you have any questions, contact: Jane (216)334-2978; email [email protected]
or Jason (216)334-2974; email [email protected]
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
$100 WINNER
Brian Pelcin
The Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord May 8, 2016
RAFFLE TICKETS ARRIVING SOON TO YOUR HOME!
SACRED STEPS TO PEACE / CATHOLIC DIVORCE RECOVERY The Department for Marriage and Family Ministry is featuring a Catholic Divorce Recovery Program entitled Sacred Steps to Peace. The Sacred Steps General Meeting is held on the third Friday of each month, with a focus on spiritual healing and growth through education, discussion and reflection on Scriptures and Church teachings. A “Working on the Steps” group meets the first and third Thursday of each month, and is guided by a team in a support group format, using prayer, exercises and a workbook as a pathway to divorce recovery. Participants are welcome to join at any time.
Sacred Steps General Meeting, for 14 sessions
Place: St. Joseph Parish, 12700 Pearl Road, Strongsville, Ohio 44136. Cost: $25 for series, including the workbook Date & Time: The first meeting was Friday, 18 September 2015 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. but you can join at any time. It continues to meet the third Friday of each month, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Working the Steps Support Group (optional)
Date & Time: First and third Thursday of each month from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Register online at Sacred Steps to Peace, or call 216-334-2978.
Statements of Candidates for Parish Council, 2016‐2019 Term
Please review and select four of your choice; election is next weekend.
Allesan Armstrong: My husband, Tom, and I are the parents of three children. I am an attorney with a discovery firm. I am a PTU member; my husband is Financial Secretary of the K of C. Our oldest daughter, Xoe, is in kindergarten and PCRF, Shoshanna attends St Charles Pre-school. You may hear our youngest, Gabriel, at Sunday Mass! Formerly we were members of St Francis in Oklahoma City, joining St Charles in January 2015. I would like to serve on Parish Council to become more involved and to share prior leadership experience.
Danielle Brooks: My husband, Chris, and I were married at St Charles ten years ago. Our three children were baptized here and attend St Charles School. I have been involved with Youth Group, Pre-Cana Team, CYO Sports, Scouts, and PTU. Currently I am PTU Treasurer and next year I will serve as PTU Co-President. I am an Emergency Room Nurse at Parma UH Hospital. I would like to foster more lay involvement in the church and school. The legacy of St Charles should continue for the next generation. I offer my support to keep the mission of St Charles alive for my children and beyond.
Tracy Callihan: My husband, Chris, and I are 16 year St Charles members. We have three children: Nathan (16), Anna (12), and Elly (4). I attend CSU for my Bachelors and Masters. I am a 20 year licensed social worker working with foster care, juvenile court, and Cleve Metro School District. I am an active PTU member, two terms as recording secretary, with five years as Craft and Vendor Chair. This year I became involved in Junior High Youth Ministry. It is important for me, and for my family, to play an active role in community and Church.
Rob Dufala: I am a lifelong member of St Charles. I attended St Charles School, pre-school to eighth grade. I was active in Youth Group and World Youth Days. I graduated from St Ignatius High and the University of Dayton (2012). I work as a chemical engineer. I seek to become more involved in the parish. My mom once served on Parish Council and was elected Council President.
Fran Leisz: My husband, Joseph, and I have been St Charles parishioners for 48 years. Our two daughters, Pamela, who now lives in Michigan and Cynthia, who now lives in Medina, both attended St Charles School and Holy Name High. I am a long-time member of the Worship Commission, a Eucharistic Minister, Summer Carnival, collection counter, and Ladies Guild member. The recent talk about “Evangelization” prompts me to seek a seat on Parish Council.
Lee Walczak: I have been a parishioner for eighteen years. We were married at St Charles in 2002. Our two sons graduated from St Charles. Our two daughters are currently students there. I was asked to run by a friend. Our family’s faith has grown tremendously as members of this parish. I want to offer my suggestions for continued growth in our church and school. I look forward to collaboration with Father Carlin and Council members to keep our parish strong in faith and viable in our community.
St. Charles Borromeo Church May 8, 2016
