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Taizé Prayer August 3, 2017 HOLY MARTYRS CATHOLIC CHURCH 3100 OLD WEYMOUTH RD MEDINA OH 44256
Taizé Prayer
August 3, 2017
HOLY MARTYRS CATHOLIC CHURCH 3100 OLD WEYMOUTH RD MEDINA OH 44256
Father Stephen Dohner
Pastor
Father Mark Ott
Weekend Associate
Father Robert F. Pfeiffer
Pastor Emeritus
Janet Payton
Pastoral Associate
Nancy Fiamingo
Pastoral Associate
Dino Paoletta
Deacon
Diane Bruce
Director of Faith Formation
Christopher Ilg
Director of Music
Libbie Radecky
Church Office
Adam Nestor
Youth Minister
Paula Phillips
Bookkeeper
Jane Levesque
Communications
Parish Staff
Church Office hours: Monday - Friday:
9:00 am - 12:15 pm, 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
330-722-6633
Holy Martyrs Catholic Church Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time - July 30, 2017
Mass Schedule & Intentions this Week
Sat 5:30 pm Helen A. McEldowney
(McEldowney Family)
Sun 7:30 am Parishioners
9:30 am Tim Fuerst
(John & Nancy Gatsios)
11:30 am Deceased members of the
Radecky & Battaglia Families
(Radecky Family)
Mon 8:00 am Homebound
Tues 6:30 pm Rosary for Peace
7:00 pm All those serving in the Military
Wed 8:00 am Mary Lou Warren
(Edwin Warren)
Thurs 7:00 pm Mary Lou Warren
(Edwin Warren)
Fri 8:00 am Carol Matozzo (Family)
Sat 5:30 pm Daniel Santiago
(Donna Horton)
Sun 7:30 am Parishioners
9:30 am Douglas & Steve Cunningham
(Rita Cunningham)
11:30 am Joan Kohanski
(Ron Kohanski)
This week at Holy Martyrs
Sun 7/30 MOA School Supply Drive after all Masses in G.A.
Time Travelers 9:00 AM Room 203
RCIA Catechumenate 10:30 AM Lounge
Mon 7/31 Couples Ministry Meeting 7:00 PM Room 103
Tues 8/01 Glory Bees: 9:00 AM Worship Space
Kathy Madansky, Lori Singleton,
Dorothy Brey, Rose Walker
Praying with Scripture 6:00 PM Clarke Rm.
Wed 8/02 Intercessory Prayer Group 5:30 PM Chapel
ChristLife Planning 6:00 PM Room 103
Employment Network 6:30 PM Martyrs Hall
RCIA Precatechumenate 7:00 PM Lounge
Thurs 8/03 Taizé Prayer 7:30 PM Worship Space
Buildings & Grounds Mtg. 7:30 PM Room 200
Sun 8/06 MOA School Supply Drive after all Masses in G.A.
Time Travelers 9:00 AM Room 203
RCIA Catechumenate 10:30 AM Lounge
There is a promise of marriage between:
II Wedding Announcement:
Samuel Guinta & Kara Trocchio
Pray for those who have died in Christ:
Charlotte Jowers
Wife of Harold and mother of Frank
Elizabeth Mayer
Sister of Stan & Mary Anne Mayer
The next pre-Baptism session will be held on
Sunday, August 13, 2017 at 1:15 pm.
Please contact the parish office before
the birth of your child to prepare
for this Sacrament.
Parish News
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
RECAP of THE OBJECTIVES of
HOLY MARTYRS SMALL GROUPS
1) WE STRIVE TO BE MORE LIKE CHRIST.
“Living the truth in love, we should grow in every way into him who is the head, Christ, from whom the whole body, joined
and held together by every supporting ligament, with the proper functioning of each part, brings about the body’s growth
and builds itself up in love.” - Ephesians 4:15-16
Our goal is not to remain the same, but to change – to become our best selves and to conform our lives more
closely to that of Christ.
2) WE STRIVE TO CARE FOR ONE ANOTHER.
“I give you a new commandment: love one another. As I have loved you, so you also should love one another.
This is how
all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” John 13:34-35
This “love” is manifested in many ways in our Small Groups, from compassionate listening, to support in times of
need, to praying for each other regularly.
3) WE STRIVE TO KEEP CHRIST AT THE CENTER OF OUR SMALL GROUPS.
“For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20
Our format keeps us focused on Jesus Christ, who is at the center of every small group. We use the weekly Gospel
message as one means of encountering Christ. Although we enjoy a time of fellowship, our gatherings stay “on
topic”, as we discuss our faith.
4) WE STRIVE TO PRAY REGULARLY FOR ONE ANOTHER.
“… We do not cease praying for you and asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual
wisdom and understanding to live in a manner worthy of the Lord …” Colossians 1:9-10
Prayer is an amazing gift to offer to another person! We pray together at Small Groups and continue to give each
other the gift of prayer, beyond our Small Group gatherings.
5) WE STRIVE TO GROW IN FAITH.
“But grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory now and to the day of
eternity.” 2Peter 3:18
We seek to continually grow in knowledge and understanding of our Catholic faith and in the person of Jesus.
The content of our Small Group sessions and the life experience of the group members have greatly enriched and
expanded our faith.
6) WE STRIVE TO ALWAYS WELCOME NEW SMALL GROUP MEMBERS.
“Welcome one another, then, as Christ welcomed you, for the glory of God.” - Romans 15:7
A key value of Holy Martyrs’ Small Groups is that every person who joins a group will feel welcomed, valued, and
cared for. We are open to others and welcome them as we would welcome Christ Himself.
Parish News
Holy Martyrs Church July 30, 2017
Medina, Ohio
School Supply Drive
Ministry of Assistance’s Annual School Supply Drive for
the needy students in our area takes place from July 15
through August 6. The following NEW school supplies are
needed:
12 Inch Rulers (standard & metric measure)
Pens (blue & black)
#2 Pencils
Glue Sticks
School liquid glue
Colored Pencils (12 count boxes only)
Pocket Folders
Notebook Paper (wide ruled or college ruled)
1 Subject Spiral Notebooks (wide ruled or college ruled)
3x 5 Index Cards
1 1/2 inch - 3 Ring Binder
2 inch - 3 Ring Binder
Crayons—16-24 pack
Drop off boxes will be available in the Gathering Area after
all Masses through August 6. Financial donations are
greatly appreciated. Thank you for your generosity!
~Ministry of Assistance
LEARN TO PLAY DRUMS
Contact Joe Toth at
CATHOLIC BUT NOT CONFIRMED?
If you are an adult over the age of 22 who has
not been confirmed, consider attending our
five-session confirmation preparation program
beginning on Wednesday, August 30, at
7:00 p.m. Those who participate should be
able to be confirmed at Holy Martyrs on
October 1, 2017, at 2 p.m. or the Cathedral
of St. John the Evangelist on May 19, 2018, at
4:30 p.m. Advance registration is required.
Contact Janet at 330-722-6633 or
[email protected] to register.
Daily scripture readings for the week of July 30, 2017
can be obtained on the USCCB website or you can
download one of the following Apps on your phone:
Laudate or The New Missal
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SHARING TIME,
TALENT, TREASURE
Grateful Giving Holy Martyrs Parish
“Let us thank God for His priceless gift! “
~ St. Paul
Grateful Giving
July 15 & 16
Weekly Offering $9,773.75
Number of Envelopes 290
Electronic Donations $3,328.33
Number of Envelopes 36
Weekly Total $13,102.08
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Seniors’ Corner
Inviting all Seniors to mark your calendars and
join us for the upcoming events:
Monday, 8/21 - See the Indians vs. Boston!
Fan Bus, Club Seats, all the food you can eat!
$68.00 per person. SOLD OUT! However, we have a
“wait list”. Park for this event in the lower front
parking lot; board the bus at 4:15 PM!
For more information contact Bill Dyer at
[email protected] or Phone: 330-722-7994.
Tuesday, 9/19 - Hop on board The Murder Mystery
Luncheon Train. Travel to Blissfield, MI for a 2 1/2
hour dining and entertainment experience aboard a
moving train making a leisurely 12-mile roundtrip
through the countryside - while actors perform an
interactive murder mystery as you enjoy your
luncheon! $98.00 per person. Contact John Solecki at
[email protected] or Phone: 330-722-5981.
A GRATEFUL GIVING REMINDER
Three years ago, the people of Holy Martyrs responded
generously to the request for a deeper commitment to
our weekly offering to support the ministries and work
of our parish. That commitment made it possible to hire
a full-time Youth Minister, to expand our Life Teen and
Spirit programs for youth, and to develop Discovering
Christ and small Faith Groups for adults. The benefit of
these programs to our parish has been profound. In the
past year alone, over 500 adults and teens have taken
part.
Your weekly support of our parish through the Sunday
Offering and electronic giving makes all this possible.
Your continued support is vital to their success. Summer
is a busy time for many families in our parish. No matter
where your plans take you, please remember your parish
during these Summer months.
“In gratitude we return to God a share of the blessings
God has given us. Giving lets us share in the
work of Jesus Christ.”
Thank you very sincerely for your prayers and
generous support of The Medical Missionaries of
Mary. Your help will enable us to continue with
our many commitments.
God Bless,
Sister Joanne Bierl,
Director US Development Office—M.M.M.
Attention all Men of the Parish
The Holy Martyrs Men’s Group would like to
invite the men of the Parish to join them on a
trip to see the Cleveland Indians play on Friday,
September 8th
. This is a Dollar Dog and Fireworks Night!
Bus transportation will be provided from the church to
Progressive Field. The cost for the bus and tickets will be
$58 per person. Please contact Chuck Levesque at
(814) 860-4330, [email protected] or
Kent Von Der Vellen at (330) 421-0863,
[email protected] to reserve your spot. There is a
limited number of seats so please reserve yours now.
EMPLOYMENT NETWORK GROUP
If you are an executive, professional or manager who is looking for
employment opportunities, we encourage you to connect with our
Employment Network Group. This parish networking group meets
twice a month at the following locations:
First Wednesday of each month at Holy Martyrs
Church, Martyrs Hall (off the back parking lot)
Third Tuesday of each month at Knights of
Columbus Hall – 131 North East Street, Medina
First-time attendees should plan to come to a short
orientation session at 6:30 p.m. The regular group
meetings begin at 7:00 p.m.
For more information about the Employment
Network Group, please contact Erin Rankin at
Parish School of Religion - 330-952-1466
Holy Martyrs Church July 30, 2017
Medina, Ohio
MINISTERS SCHEDULE - August 5 & 6
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS LECTORS SERVERS USHERS VIDEO
MASSES Bread Cup
Saturday
5:30 PM
Josie Henry Sean Alexander
Christian Durny (sub
req.)
Jeffrey Hood
Bobbie santiago
B1 Linda Earhart
B2
B3 Paul Wendt
C1 Rosemary LeVoyer
C2 Bart Conry
C3 Stephen Brownfield
C4 Colette Dowling
(pyx) Shelley Conry
Sunday
7:30 AM
B1 Mary Buehrle
B2 Paul Steinle
C1 Gerald Emmert
C2 Darcy Lorius
(pyx) Barbara DeMichael
Jim Friedl Jonathan Friedl
Kaden Gordon
Gary Kozel
Mary Kozel
Sunday
9:30 AM
Daniel Stanowick Not Filled
Not Filled
Anthony Giovinazzo
Timothy Korte
Benjamin Stobbs
Sunday
11:30 AM
B1 Eileen Trabert
B2 Cindy Sauthoff (sub
req.)
B3 Gary Link
C1 Dorothy Barry
C2
C3 Debbie Terrell
C4 Michael Terrell
(pyx) David Stankiewicz
Mary Anne Mayer Sean Dolan (sub req.)
Audrey McGraw (sub
req.)
James Gaeckle
Steve Sauthoff
Michael Szabo
10 Things Pope Francis Wants You to Know About the Family (part III)
FATHERS: WASTE TIME WITH YOUR CHILDREN
Pope Francis said many fathers today leave their children “orphans” by focusing too much on work and not finding time to
‘’waste” with their kids. Because their fathers are often absent...from the home, but above all because when they are home
they don’t act like fathers.”
Fathers need to:
dialogue with their children
Educate their child in issues of life; caring and serving others
By way of example in their words, principles and values that provide the bread of life.
In the past, Pope Francis said, fathers were too authoritarian and did not help their children take responsibility for their own
lives. Today it is more of an absence, their hiding from their responsibility as the leader of the family.
Fathers must be patient. So many times their is nothing left to do but wait, pray, and wait with patience, tenderness,
magnanimity, and mercy. Fathers must help their children grow in “wisdom and age and grace.”
I ask that you have the grace to be very close to your children, letting them grow but being by their side,” They need you,
your presence, to be there, your love.”
Pope Francis 2014
Holy Martyrs will celebrate the
Sacrament of Confirmation
Sunday, October 1, 2017
Candidates and Sponsors are asked to be present for:
Confirmation practice on Sunday, September 24 at
12:45 p.m. in Martyrs Hall.
And Confirmation on Sunday, October 1 at 1:15 p.m. in
Martyrs Hall.
Our Presider for Confirmation is Abbot Gary Hoover of
Benedictine High School. Mass will be celebrated at
2:00 p.m. followed by a reception in the Gathering Area.
Virtus
Protection of God’s Children
Will be offered to anyone who will be working in a
Holy Martyrs ministry with children
The dates of the workshop are:
Monday, August 14 from 10:00—1:00
Thursday, August 17 from 6:00—9:00
Fingerprints are offered to parishioners and may be
completed by contacting the front office at
330-722-6633.
Ask for Paula Phillips to make an appointment.
Help Me Grow (HMG) offers two voluntary programs to prenatal women, children, and families:
1) HMG Early Intervention provides family-centered services for infants and toddlers to age 3 with a
developmental delay, disability, or a medical condition like to result in a delay or disability.
2) HMG Home Visiting provides first time expectant or new parents the information and support
they need to be prepared for the birth of their child and provides ongoing education and support for
families to maximize their child’s health and development to age 3.
Contact our office at 330-734-9615 for additional information.
Around the Diocese
Join us at The FEST!
Join us next Sunday, August 6, 2017 for the FEST— our 17th Annual Catholic Family FESTival from 12 noon until
10 pm at the CPL (28700 Euclid Avenue in Wickliffe). Join with thousands from across our region, for a day of
faith, family, and great fun! Listen to the inspiring music of Laura Story, Matt Maher, Crowder, and for King & Country.
There’s plenty of FREE close parking. There’s great family affordable food…. thanks to Executive Caterers and Marc’s.
There’s something for everyone at The FEST. The day concludes with a beautiful outdoor Mass at 8 pm followed by
incredible American Fireworks display. We have EVERYTHING you need for the perfect family day AND IT’S ALL FREE….
thanks especially to our friends at: Marc’s, PNC, Notre Dame College, Barons Bus and Sherwood Foods.
Check out all the details online at www.theFEST.us. Please join us!
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
GET HELP NOW
If you are a victim of domestic abuse, or know someone who is, call the BATTERED WOMEN’S SHELTER
of Summit & Medina Counties’ confidential hotline for help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Caring staff and
trained volunteers who understand domestic violence can answer questions, and provide information, emergency shelter,
referrals, and support.
Medina County Hotline 330-723-3900; Toll Free 877-414-1344
Summit County Hotline 330-374-1111; Toll Free 888-395-4357
Searching for a STEM school for your child where Jesus Christ is Everything? Saint Ambrose Catholic School is enrolling
for 2017-2018 in Grades 1- 8. Please visit www.saintambroseschool.us and call today for more information.
Admissions office: 330-460-7318.
