Week of September 14th

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Dear Parishioner,

Our building project is drawing to a close. Parish offices have been relocated in the new wing and PSR has begun to use the lower level for classes. Pre-school and the nursery will soon follow. The former parish offices are now being remodeled into additional meeting space. We hope to have the new wing landscaped by the end of the year. Finishing touches will of course continue for several months. But it is time to plan a celebration of the successful conclusion to our project.

After consultation with our Parish Council, we have invited Bishop Pilla to join us on Friday evening, October 17th to celebrate what we have been able to accomplish through your involvement and support. The program will begin with evening prayer at 7:00 p.m. in our church with Bishop Pilla presiding. Afterwards, there will be a reception in the narthex and new wing. You will be able to visit with the Bishop and view all areas of the new wing. In this way you can more easily appreciate the wonderful new facility which will now serve our community.

Further details will be forthcoming in the weeks ahead but please mark your calendars and plan to join us on October 17.

Fr. George Smiga

WEDNESDAY PRAYER AND SUPPORT GROUP - date and time has been changed. We will meet starting this week on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 a.m . in the chapel. This move will be permanent.

BLANKET SUNDAY - sponsored by the Diocesan St. Vincent DePaul Society, will be the weekend of October 11th and 12th after all the Masses. We will also need help on the weekend collecting and packing up items. If you are able to help, there is a sign-up sheet on the kiosk.

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

SOCIAL CONCERNS COMMISSION - The term of service for our current Social Concerns Commission is drawing to a close. We are grateful for their faithful service and the fruits of their labors. Now it is time for us to call forth others to continue this important ministry. There will be a four-week formation and discernment process beginning Wednesday, October 15th for those who would like to explore the possibility of serving our parish and the larger community in this manner. Please prayerfully consider whether or not you might be able to offer your time and talent by being part of the Commission. Also, think about other parishioners you know who have a concern for carrying out the works of charity and justice that you might encourage to consider this invitation. For more information, please call Alice Hinkel at 440-946-0887.

FLU IMMUNIZATION CLINIC - The Visiting Nurse Association will be holding an immunization clinic here at St. Noel on Thursday, October 16th, from 12:30 p.m.to 2:30 p.m. The cost per immunization is $18.00 for the flu vaccine and $25.00 for the pneumonia vaccine. Medicare B beneficiaries with a valid Medicare Card will have services billed to Medicare. If you plan to participate in the clinic please sign up on the kiosk. For further questions please call Alice at 440-946-0887.

BEREAVEMENT SERIES - Our Bereavement Ministry invites anyone (participants need not be parishioners) who is coping with the loss of a family member or friend to attend a series of evenings designed to support and assist people in their grieving. The series will be held in the Nativity room (formally the nursery) October 16th through November 20th and each evening will include some time for prayer. These sessions will begin at 7:00 p.m. and conclude at 8:30 p.m. If you would like to attend, please register by calling the parish office at 440-946-0887. Fliers are available in the kiosk.

ELIZABETH MINISTRY'S "ELIZABETH'S ROSES" - will be available in the narthex following all Masses this weekend. Designed to identify, pray for, and support the needs of women and their families during the childbearing years, parishioners are invited to select a rosebud from the display and indicate a particular need relating to pregnancy, birth, adoption, fertility or loss. Elizabeth ministers will pray daily for the families represented and if requested, will contact the family in order to provide continued support. Prayer cards will be available for personal meditation. For further information on the Elizabeth Ministry, visit "Caring Ministries."

SCRIPTURE SERIES - Our next series which will cover the Book of Acts begins on Tuesday, September 16 in the small hall at 7:30 p.m. The series continues for two more Tuesdays on October 21 and November 18. Fr. George will present an introduction and overview of Acts at the first session. Fr. Larry Tosco will lead the following two evenings as he helps us understand more deeply this dramatic story of the early Church. We will be using the "God's Word Today" series for our study and commentaries will be available on all three evenings.

"CHANGING SEASON-CHANGING LIVES" - On Sunday, October 26 join us for a hiking retreat at Penitentiary Glen. This retreat will center around the changing seasons and changes in our lives. Jan and Mel Troha will lead us in exercises and reflections that provide opportunities to find new energy in changes. We will leave following the 11:00 Mass (arriving at 12:30 p.m.). The day will include lunch and snacks concluding around 3:00 p.m. Please sign up on the kiosk. If you have any questions, please call the parish office at 440-946-0887. (PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A DIFFERENT DATE FROM THE ONE LISTED ON THE ADULT ENRICHMENT FLYER AND THE SEPTEMBER CALENDAR).

ST. NOEL FELLOWSHIP - Activities for the month of September are as follows: September 18th luncheon consisting of Swiss steak w/mashed potatoes, salad, vegetable, rolls & butter and cherry pie. The cost is $6.00 per person. September 25th - bingo, birthdays & anniversaries will be celebrated. Please remember to bring your food donations for the food bank to this meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend the Senior Fellowship on Thursdays.

BAPTISM DAY - will be held on Sunday, September 28th 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 more information.

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 14, and 28 after the 9:00 Mass.

PRESCHOOL STAFF - can pick up their schedule folders in the preschool office in the small hall.

PSR FAMILIES - Opening session is Monday, September 15th from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. for ALL students. Regular 4:30/6:30 p.m. classes begin on Monday, September 22nd. Did you reregister? Classes are filling quickly. Call Michele at 440-946-1128 x 23.

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. No teaching degree is necessary - just a love of children and a desire to share your faith. Please call Michele (440-946-1128 ext. 23) to seize this opportunity!

ROSARY - Join us Tuesday, September 16th from 7:00-7:45 p.m. in the chapel as we pray the Rosary. All are welcome to this quiet, reflective time in honor of Mary and her Son, Jesus.

JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP - Our first session is September 23rd. Pick up a registration form in the kiosk. The group is open to all students entering 7-8th grade.

CLAMBAKE - This is the final weekend to purchase tickets. Stop at the table in the narthex after Mass!! You can buy tickets during the week by calling Anthony at 946-1128 x20. A limited number are available at the door. This is the best clambake around and the price is still only $18 for adults. Please stop by the table in the narthex after Mass. Proceeds support St. Noel youth ministry and our teens traveling to Houston for the National Catholic Youth Convention.

PRIME TIME - The year has started!! Join us tonight (Sunday) at 7:30pm. All 9-12th grade students are welcome. Be there!!

NOEL MOVERS - The ministry continues to grow, and we need help picking up and distributing donated items. Can you give one morning a month? Please call Anthony to help make a difference (946-1128 x20).

eBay SELLERS - Noel Movers has an opportunity for you to help out. If you're eBay savvy, please call Anthony to use your talents in the Noel Movers Ministry.

YOUNG ADULTS - Check out the poster for the upcoming young adult conference. This is a huge event in our diocese. Registration info is available online at www.ohioyoungadultministry.com Also, don't forget about the Crooked Halo event on Saturday, September 27th. Check out www.cleveland.com/crookedhalo

WHITEWATER RAFTING - Anyone interested in leading a rafting trip in the summer of '04? Please call Anthony to talk about using your gifts.

ADOPTION INFORMATION MEETING - Anyone interested in learning about International Adoption is invited to an information meeting on Tuesday, September 16th at 7:00 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 36200 Ridge Road, Willoughby.

THE LAKE COUNTY CRISIS HOTLINE- will conduct a three week training session October 7th through October 25th. Classes will be held Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00-10:00 p.m. and Saturday mornings from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Hotline volunteers must be over 18 years old, caring, and have a desire to make a difference in the lives of others. For information call: 440-953-TALK (8255), 440-357-7300 or toll free 800-411-0103.

ENTERTAINMENT 2004 BOOKS: are available in the church office (440-946-0887). Cost of the book is $25.00 until December 1st, after that date cost will be $30. All proceeds benefit mentally handicapped children. Also, Lake Catholic High School students are selling Entertainment Books 2004. The cost is $25.00 per book until December 1st. After that date the cost is $30.00. For more information please call Lake Catholic at 440-951-0077.

DIVORCE RECOVERY FOR CATHOLICS - an 8-week support group for divorced/separated Catholics will be held at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Willowick, beginning Tuesday, October 7 through November 25, from 7 p.m. to 9 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.

DIVORCED & SEPARATED CATHOLICS - "Managing and Resolving Conflict", a workshop for divorced and separated Catholics will be held on Tuesday, September 30, at St. Anthony Church, 316 Fifth Street, Fairport Harbor, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Join Dan Porter, LISW,CCDCIII-E, as he reviews some basic skills for effectively handling the disagreements and confrontations encountered during divorce. For further information or to register, please call Karen Jubeck at 440-352-8282. The workshop is free of charge.

SEEDS OF LITERACY - WE NEED YOUR HELP! Tutor adults in basic reading and math; help adults obtain a GED. Seeds of Literacy training sessions will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, September 15th, 22nd, and 29th, at the St. Colman Learning Center, 2007 West 65th Street, Cleveland. For more information, contact Seeds of Literacy (216-651-4302).

GILMOUR ACADEMY ADMISSIONS OPEN HOUSE - will be on Sunday, October 5th. Middle and upper school programs begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. Lower school program runs from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information please call 440-473-8050.

NOTRE DAME SKILLS LAB - located at 1857 S. Green Rd, South Euclid offers private tutoring in all subjects for students K-adults. For further information call 216-291-2273.

THE INSTITUTE OF CATHOLIC STUDIES AT JOHN CARROLL UNIVERSITY - is pleased to sponsor a lecture by Professor James Fisher, professor of Theology at Fordham University. The lecture, "Beyond Countercultural Catholicism" will take place on Thursday, October 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the Conference Room of the D.J. Lombardo Student Center. The lecture is free and open to all. For more information, please call 216-397-4558.

FUTURE CHRUCH - Sr. Joan Chittister OSB of the Benedictine Sisters of Erie, internationally recognized for her leadership on behalf of peace, justice and equality for women in society and the Church, will speak on Roots and Wings: toward a Spirituality of Church Renewal on Thursday, October 2nd at the Avalon in North Royalton from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. The evening includes dinner and a silent auction. Tickets are $60 ($40 for those with limited income) for dinner and the presentation. For information or reservations, please call 216-228-0869.

COUPLE COMMUNICATION WORKSHOP - The workshop is for engaged couples, married couples, or two people who are seeking to enhance their relationship. The workshop is scheduled for October 6, 13, 20, and 27. Learn eleven communication skills to assist you to care for yourself, your partner and to resolve conflict. The workshop will take place at the Professional Pastoral Counseling Services, Chagrin North VII Medical Building, 35040 Chardon Road, Suite 202, Willoughby Hills, at 7:00 p.m. For more information or to register please call 440-946-2384.

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