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Dear Parishioner,
Today I would
like to make two announcements both of which relate to food: the
food in our food pantry and the meal of the Eucharist.
Each
month our food pantry at St. Noel provides 25-30 families in our
area with enough food for three days.
We
are very pleased to announce that because our building project has
improved the size and security of the food pantry, it has now been
inspected and approved to handle government foods. This will allow
us to receive some free foods and to purchase others at a much reduced
cost, especially frozen meats. While we have always offered a nice
selection of items to our clients, we were not always able to offer
much variety with regard to protein—primarily only tuna, peanut
butter and occasionally some canned stew. When we opened the new
pantry the Daiber family of our parish donated a freezer to allow
for storage of frozen products.
Our
service area will include Willoughby Hills, Kirtland, Kirtland Hills,
Waite Hill and Willoughby south of route 2. All clients will be
interviewed for proof of residence and eligibility. Of course, we
will always be able to serve parishioners in need regardless of
where they may live.
Despite
these improvements we still need your help. We will be using our
Social Concerns Fund to purchase government items. However, we will
especially need your donations of soaps, toothpaste and paper products,
none of which can be purchased with food stamps. Also, the variety
of foods available from the government varies from month to month.
I
would like to thank all of you for your ongoing support of this
ministry and to thank especially Bob Wollen, Ray & Mary Ellen
Buzanski, and Karen Myers who have taken on the primary responsibility
of the day-to-day operations of the pantry. God has richly blessed
us and as always calls us to share those blessings with those in
need.
The
second announcement regards the food of the Eucharist. In the ongoing
implementation of the New General Instruction of the Roman Missal
(GIRM) there will be one small change in our posture at Mass. After
the priest prepares the gifts of Bread and Wine at the Altar he
says, “Pray my brothers and sisters that this our sacrifice might
be acceptable . . .” and the assembly responds, “May the Lord accept
the sacrifice at your hands …” In the past the assembly remained
seated during this prayer and stood when it was finished. Now according
to the norms of the GIRM we are asked to stand before we pray this
prayer. This is a small change but it brings consistency to our
liturgy. Standing is the usual position for prayer. It is a position
of respect and honor. It is a sign of resurrection, and it is through
Christ's resurrection that we are able to pray to our God as daughters
and sons. We stand during the opening and closing prayer. We stand
during the Eucharistic Prayer. We stand during the Lord's Prayer.
Beginning this weekend we will also stand during the prayer after
the preparation of the gifts. The presider will invite you to stand
before the prayer begins.
Another
handout has been prepared by Fr. J. Glen Murray of our diocese to
explain this change. Copies will be on ivory paper in the kiosk.
Fr. Murray also explains the option of using the Apostles' Creed
in place of the Nicene Creed at Mass. We have been using this option
for some time here at St. Noel. We will be following the diocesan
recommendation and using the Apostles' Creed during Lent and Easter.
As
we continue to implement these refinements to our liturgy in conformity
with the GIRM; I thank you for your openness and cooperation. Together
we will strive to make our liturgies ever new and truly life giving.
Fr.
George Smiga
PICK
UP AND DROP OFF BOXES -There
are times (especially on Saturdays and Sundays and sometimes during
the week) when no one is in the church office. During these times,
in order to make it easier for you to drop off items for a particular
staff person, or to pick up items that have been specifically left
for you, we will be putting two file boxes on the bench next to
the double doors leading into the new wing. One box will be marked
“PICK UP” and the other “DROP OFF”. Please
when you leave any items; make sure the name of the person you are
leaving them for is on the item.
STATIONS
OF THE CROSS – Pray
the Stations of the Cross each Friday of Lent at 7:30 p.m. in the
church (after the fish fry).
LENTEN
BAGS – As in the past,
we will once again this Lent be
collecting bags of items for Forbes House, the Lake County women's
shelter, Project Hope, (the Lake County homeless shelter), Birthright,
and St. Augustine Hunger Center. Tags indicating the items needed
for each agency can be found in the narthex. Please use a plastic
garbage bag for your items, closing it with the yarn and tag provided.
If you do not have your own plastic bags, please help yourself to
the plastic bags which are also on the table.
LENTEN
BOOKLETS are available
in the narthex (one per family) they are: Behold the Man A New
Way to Pray This Lent and Renewed For Life ,
from the works of Henri J. M. Nouwen.
ST.
NOEL FISH FRIES – Fridays
of Lent (not Good Friday), from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Volunteers are needed
for serving and cleanup. Sign up sheet are on the kiosk if you can
help. Also, Randy needs volunteers who can help set up fish fries
on Fridays at 1:00 p.m. If you can help please call the hall office
(440-946-6635) and let them know.
MAKING
PEACE A REALITY IN YOUR LIFE A LENTEN REFLECTION – given
by Colman McCarthy on Wednesday, March 31 at 7:00 p.m. at the Chapel
of the Holy Trinity Ursuline Motherhouse, 2600 Lander Road, Pepper
Pike. Tickets are $7.00. Please call 216-321-2954 x 201 or visit
them at bnero@beaumontschool.org
for more information or for tickets.
AN
EVENING WITH BISHOP ALBERT OTTENWELLER: Conversation
about Critical Issues Facing
the Church on March 10 from 7-9:00 p.m. at St. Edward High
School, Jack Kahl Student Life and Leadership Center, 13500 Detroit
Ave., Lakewood. A free will offering will be accepted. This event
is hosted by Future Church of Cleveland, Ohio 216-228-0869.
SIGNED
LITURGY – Just a reminder
that our 11:00 a.m. Mass on 3/7/04 will be signed to allow our hearing
impaired parishioners and friends to enter more fully into the liturgy.
Several rows of seating next to the Chapel will be reserved for
this purpose.
REFLECTIONS
ON PEACE - Our
“Let There Be Peace” prayer
and reflection group has been studying the Pope's recent message
for the World Day of Peace celebrated on January 1, 2004.
It is entitled “An Ever Timely Commitment: Teaching Peace,”
and we would like to recommend it to all who are concerned about
the need for peace in our world. Copies of this important
document can be found in the pocket of the Social Concerns section
of the kiosk. Lastly, a reminder that the “Let There Be Peace” prayer
and reflection group meets every Sunday from 12:15 p.m. to 1p.m.
All are welcome!
SOCIAL
JUSTICE GEMS – “Our
social doctrine is an integral part of our faith; we need to pass
it on clearly, creatively, and consistently. It is a remarkable
spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral resource that has been too
little known or appreciated even in our own community” (U.S. Catholic
Bishops, Communities of Salt and Light).
CURIOUS
ABOUT CATHOLICISM? Do
you have questions about, or an interest in the Catholic faith,
or know someone who does? If so, please plan to join us on Tuesday
evening, March 9, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Resurrection room, when
we will begin a new inquiry group for RCIA (the Rite of Christian
Initiation of Adults).
In
the meantime please feel free to contact Marianne Slattery or Alice
Hinkel in the parish office at 440-946-0887 if you have questions
of concerns.
BAPTISM
DAY will be held on
Sunday, March 14, 2004 from 12:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Parents who
are planning to present a child for Baptism in the next six months,
or already have done so and have not previously attended such a
day, are expected to attend. Please call the parish office at 440-946-0887
for information or registration.
JOURNEYS
OF PAUL—an Informative and reflective retreat.
Join us on Wednesdays March 3 and 24 from 10:00 a.m. ‘til 2:00 p.m.
On March 3, we will journey to Corinth and Ephesus. On March 24,
the day will take us to Philipi and Thessalonika. We will journey
with Paul (and a few St. Noel parishioners!) through Greece and
Turkey learning about the mission, ministry, and trials of the early
Church. The day will be led by Fran Armbruster and Marianne Slattery.
Please sign up on the kiosk (a donation of $5.00 is suggested to
cover the cost of lunch).
SOUL
FOOD FOR LENT: Feeding
the Body, Mind and Spirit . Join us
Tuesdays, March 23 and 30 at 7:15 p.m. as we nurture ourselves for
Lent. Each evening provides food, fellowship and two breakout sessions
of your choice from exciting topics including: anger management,
scripture insights, clay and watercolor, GardeManger, alternative
health care and fitness, stress management, drama, end of life issues
and funeral planning, social justice, quilting, praying with a labyrinth,
music of the Gregorian Chant and Taize Prayer, creating mandalas,
learning about personalities using the Myers-Briggs assessment,
missionary experiences, legislative advocacy, bereavement care,
and much more . Brochures are available in the kiosk with
the date, time, and description of each presentation.
WELCOME
HOME –- Our three-week
series begins Tuesday, March 2 in the Nativity Room at 7:30 p.m.
This program is intended for people who have been away but are interested
in reconnecting with the Catholic Church. Participants will receive
support as they discuss concerns, learn more about the Church today,
and renew their Catholic faith. All are welcome and there is still
time to refer someone who you think could benefit from another look
at the Catholic Church. Fill out a card in the narthex or call Marianne
Slattery (440-946-1128 x 21) to refer a friend.
WOMEN'S
LENTEN BIBLE STUDY – On
Tuesday, March 2 from 9:30-11:00 a.m. the Women's
Bible Study will begin a Lenten Reflection's Study. We will be following
the daily reflections and study booklet available in the narthex.
We extend the invitation to all women of our parish
to join us during this special study. Anthony Camino will lead the
study on March 9. Free childcare is available. Newcomers and past
members are especially encouraged to join the group and offer their
thoughts and fellowship to the group. For more information please
call Rosanne Madeja at 440-946-6318.
ST.
NOEL FELLOWSHIP – meets
every Thursday at noon in the small hall. Everyone is welcome to
attend the Senior Fellowship on Thursday.
ST.
NOEL WEB SITE – We
have recently updated our Senior
Fellowship and Mardi
Gras pages and we encourage you to view the changes that have
been made.
MEN'S
FELLOWSHIP/PRAYER BREAKFAST
– Men of all ages are encouraged to attend on Saturday, March 6
th from 8-10:00 a.m. here at St. Noel. Join us for a morning of
song, worship and fun. Parishioner Ross DeJohn, Jr. will be sharing
with us. Please call the parish office at 440-946-0887 if you have
questions or need transportation.
HELP
PLANT THE SEEDS OF LITERACY
– You can tutor a child who needs
assistance with schoolwork or help an adult to earn his or her GED.
Volunteers from St. Noel are needed again this year to tutor children
and adults at St. Augustine Church's Learning Center in Cleveland.
The Learning Center project is part of the on-going partnership
between St. Noel and St. Augustine parishes. Training is available
if needed, and materials for teaching are on hand. There are morning
sessions; however, at this time the need is greater for early evening.
Thirteen children are waiting to be helped. If interested, call
our parish office, or dial directly to Bob Duda, project leader
at St. Augustine's. His number is: 216-781-5330, Ext. 29.
PRIME
TIME – Fuel the Soul!
See you tonight (Sunday) at 7:30pm.
JUNIOR
HIGH YOUTH GROUP – our
next session is this Tuesday, March 2 nd at 7:00pm. Bring your bibles.
CLEVELAND
FOOD BANK – We're serving
at the Food Bank on Monday, March 1 st . We leave the church at
5:30pm and return around 8:30pm. Please call Anthony if you would
like to help (946-1128 x20).
CRIBS
NEEDED – Birthright
of Lake County is in need of newer cribs. The cribs should be 5
years or younger, and any slats must be no more than 2 3/8 inches
wide. If a pop can fits between the slats, the crib is no longer
up to the current standards. You can deliver the cribs directly
to Birthright at 7471 Tyler Blvd in Mentor. Call Birthright at 951-7055
for hours or call Anthony (946-1128 x20) to arrange pick-up.
EASTER
HAMS – The time is here
to order your delicious, spiral-sliced ham for Easter. PRIME TIME
will take your order in March. Watch the bulletin for details!
SOCIAL
JUSTICE CLUB – Thanks
to the efforts of our parishioner, Jamie Klements, Notre Dame Cathedral
Latin high school now has a social justice club to help educate
their students and meet the needs of those in the wider community.
Teens really do make a difference! Great job, Jamie!
THE
2004 CATHOLIC CHARITIES ANNUAL APPEAL has
begun! Already, you may have received a letter from Bishop Pilla
requesting your financial support for the 2004 Annual Appeal. An
early pledge to Catholic Charities eliminates follow-up correspondence
later in the year and reduces overall administrative costs. Again
this year, your help is needed for programs that
benefit the disabled, children, families, elderly, homeless, and
working poor of our diocese. Donations can be made through the mail,
by calling 800-869-6525, or securely online at www.clevelandcatholiccharities.org.
DIVORCE
RECOVERY FOR CATHOLICS – An
eight week support group for divorced/separated Catholics will be
held at St. Gabriel Church in Concord, beginning Thursday, March
11 thru April 29, from 7-9:00 p.m. Sessions are designed to provide
direction and faith-based support along with tools for coping. For
more information or to register, please call Catholic Charities
at 440-352-6191 or 1-800-242-9755.
CATHOLIC
UPDATE- entitled “The
U.S. Bishops' Between Man and Woman: Questions and Answers About
Marriage and Same-Sex Unions, is now available in the kiosk.
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