Week of August 17th

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Dear Parishioner,

As of the writing of this letter (August 12, 2003), it is our hope to be moving the parish offices into the upper level of the new wing on Thursday, August 21, 2003! Because of the move the parish offices will be closed on August 21, 2003. Our answering service will be able to reach us should there be any emergencies. We anticipate that the lower level of our new wing will be ready sometime the latter part of September.

Once again I would like to thank you for your generous support of our building project and ask for your ongoing prayers for the safety of all of our workers and for a smooth transition as we enter into the upcoming move.

Fr. George Smiga

REMINDER - We are having a major food drive next weekend, August 23 & 24 to get our new food pantry up and running. We are happy to accept whatever you can bring. However, in an effort to assure a more equal distribution of items, we are suggesting that you provide the items in the following list which correspond to the first letter of your last name:

ROSARY - Join us Tuesday, August 19th from 7:00-7:45 pm in the Chapel as we pray the Rosary. All are welcome to this quiet, reflective time in honor of Mary and her Son, Jesus.

"LET THERE BE PEACE" - gathers today (Sunday) in the Chapel 12:15 to 1:00 p.m.

SOCIAL JUSTICE GEM - JOURNEY OF HOPE - The Ohio Journey of Hope ... from Violence to Healing is a 17-day, educational speaking tour led by family members of murder victims who oppose the death penalty. These speakers share their stories about the process of healing through reconciliation. They call for alternatives to the death penalty and an end to the cycle of violence that capital punishment perpetuates in our society. The Ohio Journey of Hope is scheduled from September 26 - October 12, 2003. See the Social Concerns section of the kiosk for details regarding the various events scheduled across the state. Packets of this information can also be found in the kiosk.

MEDICAL INFORMATION ACT - As of April 14, 2003, the Federal law entitled the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act went into effect. This law seeks to safeguard the privacy of individuals regarding health care matters. In the past, most hospitals and health care institutions would contact a patient's parish when they were admitted. Unfortunately, hospitals are no longer able to provide this service. If you would like us to be present to you when you or someone in your family is hospitalized, it is now necessary for you to give us a call to notify us of your situation. In that way we hope to be able to meet your spiritual need for prayer, a pastoral visit, and the sacraments.

ST. NOEL CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS: - The Saint Noel Chamber Singers this Sunday, August 17, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Noel Church. Please come and enjoy an evening of beautiful music featuring classics from the sacred choral repertoire, contemporary choral music, original pieces, hymn tunes, and even some vocal jazz. This evening of lovely music will be FREE of charge. Please plan to attend and bring your friends!

ST NOEL FELLOWSHIP - Activities for the month of August are as follows - August 21st - Luncheon consisting of chicken fingers, w/honey mustard sauce/BBQ sauce, waffle fries and ice cream sundae. The cost is $4.50 per person. August 28th - Reverse Raffle, we will celebrate birthdays and anniversaries. Please remember to bring your food donation for the food bank to this meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend the Senior Fellowship on Thursdays.

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY AND FELLOWSHIP - We will begin our Fall session on Tuesday, September 9th at 9:30-11:00 a.m. All women are welcome to join our group for both Bible study and caring fellowship. Our current group consists of new moms and grandmoms! We will be studying the book, God Came Near, by Max Lucado. We hope to welcome new women this Fall! Childcare is provided at no charge in the nursery. Please contact Anthony Camino (440-946-1128 x 20) for more information.

FIRST COMMUNION - All families who plan to present their children for the Sacraments of Confirmation and First Communion in April, 2004 are asked to begin the process by attending a Family Information and Interview Gathering. You may join us on either Sunday, September 7 or 14 in the large hall at 12:15 p.m. (following the 11:00 a.m. Mass). From Saturday, August 16 through Sunday, August 31, there will be a table in the narthex where your family can sign up for one of these gatherings. Parents and the child preparing for these sacraments (generally second graders) should plan to attend together. The whole family is welcome; however, babysitting for younger children will be available if you prefer.
Children who are older than second grade and have received First Communion but have not yet been Confirmed, please watch in late summer or early fall for information regarding the Sacrament of Confirmation.

SUNDAY PRESCHOOL - needs teachers and music staff for the 2003/2004 school year. Volunteering is only once a month during the 9:00 a.m. Mass from October through May. Please contact the parish office at 440-946-0887 if you can help.

SUNDAY PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION - will be held in the parish hall on Sundays, September 7, 14, and 28 after the 9:00 Mass.

PSR FAMILIES - Have you re-registered? If not, or you have a child entering first grade, or you are new to the parish, please call Michele(440-946-1128 ext. 37). Classes will continue to be held on Mondays this year.

TASTE AND SEE -the goodness of the Lord! Prayerfully consider sharing your faith as a teacher or aide in our PSR program (grades 1-6 and special education). Classes are held on Mondays at 4:30 and 6:30 beginning in September. Please call Michele (440-946-1128 ext. 37) to seize this opportunity!

JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP - Pick up a registration form in the kiosk. The group is open to all students entering 7-8th grade.

YOUNG NEIGHBORS IN ACTION - We had a great week in Buffalo, and your investment in our teens really paid off!! Come to the large hall after 11:00 Mass this weekend and hear about the week. This would be an excellent chance for 8-9th graders to learn about service opportunities in the future.

NATIONAL CATHOLIC YOUTH CONVENTION - Over 25,000 teens will gather in Houston in November for 3 days of workshops, prayer and fun. Deposits are due this week. You can help by financially supporting one of our teens through our various fund raisers, direct donation or by donating OnePass air miles on Continental. Call Anthony to give our teens a chance to participate in this awesome Catholic event (946-1128 x20)

CLAMBAKE - The annual Prime Time Clambake is Sunday, September 21st from 12:30-2:30 pm. Mark your calendars now!!!

NOEL MOVERS - We're currently looking for beds, dressers, living room chairs, kitchen table and chairs, washer, dryer and any useable furniture in good condition. We do not pick up dishes, glasses and other small items.

SERVICE OPPORTUNITY FOR THOSE IN THEIR 20S AND 30S MARRIED AND SINGLE - On Saturday, September 13th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. help to serve a meal at St. Augustine Hunger Center. To register, please call 216-228-9516 or e-mail to: whitkofski@msn.com or pekelly@dioceseofcleveland.org. This event is sponsored by the Youth & Young Adult Ministry and CYO Office of the Diocese of Cleveland.

COMMUNICATION MATTERS! Divorce ends a marriage but not necessarily a relationship. Couples who had children together must continue to relate to each other as co-parents, communicating, resolving problems and working together to raise their children. Join Kathy Whan-Marko, Ph.D., for this presentation as she discusses ways to be a more effective communicator with former spouses, children, and in relationships on Thursday, August 28, at St. John Vianney Church, Mentor, from 7 to 9 pm. To register or for more information, please call Karen Jubeck, 440-352-8282. This presentation is free of charge and is sponsored by the Lake/Geauga District for the Divorced and Separated.

DIVORCE RECOVERY FOR CATHOLICS - An 8-week support group for divorced/separated Catholics will be held at Holy Angels Church, Chagrin Falls, beginning Wednesday, September 10th through October 29th, from 7:00 p.m. to 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.

HELP FOR TROUBLED MARRIAGES - Retrouvaille has helped thousands of couples at every stage of disillusionment, even those thinking of separation or divorce. Don't wait until it gets that bad! Call now for a brochure and information about our September 5th-7th, 2003 weekend at the Clarion Hotel in Wickliffe, Ohio. Call Al and Diane Miskinis at 216-481-1467 or 1-800-470-2230. You can also learn more about Retrouvaille on the internet at: www.retrouvaille.org.

DEDICATION OF SAFETY FORCES MEMORIAL - The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist is currently installing a memorial in honor of our safety forces and in memory of those that died in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The dedication of this memorial will take place on September 11, 2003 and will begin at 8 am with instrumental music and time for private prayer. At 8:30 am the Most Reverend Anthony M. Pilla will preside at a brief prayer service in the Cathedral, followed by the dedication and blessing of the memorial and raising of the flag. All are invited to attend this ceremony.

ATTENTION CROCHETERS, KNITTERS AND QUILTERS - If you would like to use your talents to help premature babies and full-term babies of the under served, here is an opportunity to do so. Monthly meetings will be held to create baby afghans, booties, caps, etc. All items will be donated, on behalf of St. Noel, to Touching Little Lives, a non-profit organization that helps our tiniest Ohioans. For more information, call the parish office at 440-946-0887.

ADOPTION INFORMATION MEETING - Anyone interested in learning about International Adoption is invited to an information meeting on Tuesday, August 19th at 7:00 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 36200 Ridge Road, Willoughby.

FALL COURSES - Looking for ways to grow in your faith? Fall courses being taught at Notre Dame College through its pastoral ministry program for credit or audit are: Introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures, and Sacraments in Christian Life. For more information and to register, please call 216-373-5312.

MASS FOR HEALING - "Voice of the Faithful" will sponsor a Mass of healing at 12 Noon on Sunday, August 24th at Padua Franciscan High School (6740 State Rd, Parma). The Mass and panel discussion that follows from 1-2:30 pm is dedicated to educating Catholics on ways to support and promote healing for victims and families who have been affected by the abuse scandals.

DIVINE WORD CHURCH IN KIRTLAND - will be holding a Craft and Flea Market on Saturday, August 23rd from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Spaces are still available to rent for selling your items. Please call 440-256-1393 for more information.

GAY & LESBIAN OUTREACH GROUP - Gesu Parish in University Heights is the eastside parish that provides an Outreach Group Program of support, affirmation and spiritual guidance to gay and lesbian Catholics. This group operates in a faith sharing format of prayer, discussion and spiritual reflection. If you are interested in attending this group, please call the group facilitator, Rev. Lorn Snow, S.J. (216-932-0617) for meeting dates and times.

"SHOUT" BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND - If you were busy back in May, or you were here, you are in luck! Please bring a friend and enjoy the sounds of Mo-Town and The Legends of Soul Show. They will perform at St. Noel Parish Hall on Saturday, September 13th from 7 to Midnight. Assorted veggies, cheeses, gourmet pizzas, and other light snacks will be served, along with a sundae bar. A cash bar will be available. Tickets are $20 per person. Please call 440-946-6635 for reservations.

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