Week of March 27, 2005

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Dear Parishioner,

Welcome and Happy Easter. Every year at Easter I am aware that many Catholics who do not regularly come to church choose to join us for Easter liturgy. I, together with our entire parish, am thankful you are here. We welcome you to pray with us as we thank God for all the

gifts of our lives and for the promise of eternal life in Jesus. We also invite you to come again. Each week we gather at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Sunday to praise God by sharing the meal of the Eucharist which Christ left us.

Every week we engage in works of education and service to our neighbor. We would be richer with your presence and involvement. We are all busy and struggle to meet many commitments. But I believe life is enriched when we take time to nurture our spiritual selves and remember the presence of God in our lives. St. Noel parish is here to walk with you as you journey toward a fuller spiritual life.

On this Easter Day I would also like to thank all of our liturgical ministers who made themselves available so that the liturgies of Holy Week and Easter could be celebrated so well. Without the dedication of our music ministry, Eucharistic ministers, lectors, ushers, sacristans, art and environment, and all those involved in the RCIA process, we would not be able to celebrate as fully the dying and rising of Jesus.

Fr. George Smiga

CRUCIFIXION & TRANSCENDANCE – On Sunday, April 17 th from 2-4:00 p.m. Fr. George will be offering an educational program through the Cleveland Ecumenical Institute at the Cleveland Museum of Art. The day will begin with a one hour lecture on the crucifixion scenes in the Gospels and continue by viewing four artworks in the museum's collection which represent Christ on the Cross. The day is meant to show how both the scriptures and great art are able to express both life and death simultaneously. The cost for the program is $20. Registration can be made by filling out a form from the kiosk or by calling Mary Thomas at the institute at 216-320-1242.

CONGRATULATIONS to Rita Schneider who received honors at Fairfield University for the first half of the 2004/2005 school year; and to James Jarkewicz and Thomas Jarkewicz who received honors at Howe Military School for the second quarter of the 2004/2005 school year.

REMINDER – Please remember to turn your clocks AHEAD one hour beginning 12:01 a.m., Sunday, April 3 rd .

SIGNED LITURGY- Sunday, April 3, 2005 April Kinder will be joining us to sign the 11:00 a.m. Mass for the hearing impaired. Reserved seating can be found in the first two rows of chairs by the Eucharist Chapel.

GIFT VOLUNTEERS – Please join us for an appreciation get-together and opportunity to process the three GIFT pilot sessions. We will gather on Wednesday evening, April 13 th at 7:30 p.m. in the small hall.

GIFT -- Bring your household's completed yellow page (from the 3rd session's home kit) anytime and put it in the yellow folder in the narthex.

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 on Thursdays April 7 th through May 12 th ; 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.

2005 IS OUR 25 TH ANNIVERSARY – We are in the process of compiling our 25 Anniversary Parish Commemorative Book. This book will include a history of the parish through stories, photos and articles. Those interested to assist in this endeavor, please contact the parish office at 440-946-0887.

FOOD PANTRY NEEDS – Since we've been able to purchase government foods for our food pantry we don't have a need to come to you as often with requests.  But currently we have a need for four items not available through government sources.  They are bath soap, dish washing detergent (NOT dishwasher), tooth paste and laundry soap.  Donated items can be placed in the designated bin in the food pantry area off the hallway going to the new wing.  On behalf of the clients we serve we want to thank you, especially since none of the items can be purchased with food stamps.  

IS THIS YOU?   Are you a baptized person formed in the ways of Christian living but not a Catholic? Have you been worshipping with us on a regular basis for a while now? Do you ever think about formalizing your relationship to the Catholic Church, but think the RCIA is too long and too involved for your needs? Would you like to be participating in the sacraments of the Church? If you have answered “yes” to all of the above why not join us for a six week modified form of the RCIA which will begin on Tuesday evening April 12 th . We will meet in the Resurrection Room from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. At the conclusion of the six weeks, those who have discerned that God is inviting them to formalize their relationship with the Catholic community will be received into the Church at the 11:00 a.m. Mass on Trinity Sunday, May 22, 2005. To register for this adapted experience of the RCIA please call Alice Hinkel at 440-946-0887.

ST. AUGUSTINE WEB SITE :  Want to learn more about our Church in the City partner parish?  Check out their new web site at staugustine-west14.org. 

BENEFIT FOR INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS IN MISSION - Check the Social Concerns Section of the kiosk to both celebrate and support the work of International Partners in Mission which is the agency that facilitates our partnership with the women of Zaragoza, El Salvador. 

CONCERNED ABOUT POVERTY? – “ G reater C levelanders T ogether O vercoming P overty (GCTOP)” is an ecumenical faith based group initiated last fall to address the economic plight of the city of Cleveland.  Several members of our Social Concerns Commission as well as members of the Diocesan Social Action office have been participating in GCTOP meetings.  This group is sponsoring a bus trip to Columbus on Tuesday, April 12, 2005 in conjunction with a statewide rally to protest proposed cuts in the Ohio state budget that would negatively impact already struggling families.  Buses will leave muny parking near the Shoreway and E 9 th St. at 7:45 a.m. and return between 5 and 5:30 p.m.  Bus fare and lunch will be provided.  GCTOP will be making appointments to speak with state representatives.  Please join us if you are able.  Reservations are needed and can be made by calling Jason at 216-432-4770 ext. 16. If you have further questions you may also call our parishioner Pat Brewer at 440-442-4618.

MINISTRY TO THE SICK: LEARNING THE LANGUAGE OF COMPASSION - On Wednesday, April 6th we will be having a daytime retreat opportunity in the Resurrection Room from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Includes lunch (a donation of $5.00 will help cover the cost of lunch.) Eleanor Reilly, Sharon Waltermire and Fran Armbruster will lead the day. If you have any questions, please call Fran at 440-729-3976. Please sign up on the kiosk if you plan to attend.

JOURNEY TO JOY – Due to lack of interest Journey to Joy will no longer meet. If you or a loved one is being treated for depression or anxiety and feel the need for support from our community please call the parish office at 440-946-0887.

ST. NOEL FELLOWSHIP – Activities for March are as follows: March 31 st Noon - meeting, socializing, and then at 12:30 p.m. we will have a luncheon consisting of ½ chicken breast, baked potato, tossed salad, peas with mushrooms, rolls & butter, and carrot cake. Cost is $6.00 per person. Also, we will celebrate anniversaries and birthdays on March 31st. Please remember to bring your food donation for the food pantry to this meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend the Senior Fellowship on Thursdays

NOEL MOVERS – We are in need of baby cribs, mattress and box springs (any size), dressers as well as any furniture in good condition. We do not pick up clothes, knick knacks or items needing repair. Please call Anthony if you can help.

WHITEWATER RAFTING – We're planning a rafting trip on the incredible New River in WV for late June of 2005. Tentative dates are June 28-30. Call Anthony after Easter for details.

CATHOLIC UPDATE – entitled “Islam: What Catholics Should Know,” by Mary Margaret Funk, O.S.B, is now available in the kiosk.

NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING INFORMATION TALK will be on Sunday, April 3 rd at 3:00 p.m. here at St. Noel in the Nativity Room. For further information please call the parish office at 440-946-0887.

GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION - Bishop Pilla will celebrate the annual Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebration this year at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist on Sunday, July 31, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. Registrations are now being accepted for couples married 50 years (married in 1955). Deadline for registration is June 17, 2005. Please call the parish office at 440-946-0887 to register.

ATTENTION ALL GOLFERS – St. Noel Golf League will have a short meeting for new, old and substitute golfers at St. Noel Church in the Resurrection Room (which was the old church office) at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, April 6, 2005. For further information please call the parish office at 440-946-0887.

ST. NOEL MEN'S SOFTBALL TEAM invites any men of the parish over the age of 30 to join our team. If interested please call the parish office at 440-946-0887.

INTER-RELIGIOUS TASK FORCE ON CENTRAL AMERICA -On Friday, March 25 th , 12-2:30 p.m.: Way of the Cross through downtown Cleveland. Pray to end poverty and injustice in Cleveland and in Central America. Commemorating 25 years of martyrdom of Salvadoran Archbishop Oscar Romero. Meet at Public Square in front of the Terminal Tower. For more information please call 216-961-0032.

DIVORCED AND SEPARATED CATHOLICS WORKSHOP – Co-dependency: What's all the Confusion? Join Francine McNulty, Professional Clinical Counselor, as she facilitates a workshop on understanding co-dependency and how it impacts relationships. The evening will focus on learning some important self-care recovery practices. Join us Wednesday, April 6 th , at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road., Mentor, from 7-9:00 p.m. To register, please call Karen at 440-352-8282. The evening is free of charge.

LAKE COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORP. ANNOUNCES HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM – LOW INCOME, ELDERLY AND THE DISABLED – The Lake County CDC (a non-profit United Way agency) announces a housing rehabilitation program for single family, owner occupied housing. The program is for emergency home repair/handicapped accessibility modifications. Funding is made available from the State of Ohio Department of Development, US Department of Agriculture and the Lake County CDC. Candidates for the program include: Low income elderly and disabled, less than $14,700/yr. one person, less than $16,800/yr. two people, elderly (over 65) that meet income guidelines, or disabled home occupants that meet income guidelines. Must be a Lake County Homeowner. For additional information and application material, call Carolyn Anderson or Bob Fountain of the Lake County Community

RETROUVAILLE -A LIFELINE FOR TROUBLED MARRIAGES will be sponsoring a weekend on April 8- 10, 2005 at the Hilton Hotel in Beachwood. A registration fee of $50 is required to confirm a reservation. For more information, call Al and Diane Miskinis at 216-481-1467 or 1-800-470-2230 or visit us on the web at: www.helpourmarriage.com.

SPRING ‘THEOLOGY ON TAP' to explore bringing God's message to inmates – Sister Rita Mary Harwood, SND will address “Locked Up But Not Locked Out: The Diocese's Hidden Parishes” as the spring installment of Theology on Tap, her talk begins at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 25 th at the Boneyard Grill, 101 E. Broadview Road., Broadview Heights. Sr. Rita Mary is Secretary for Parish Life and Development and is in charge of the Diocesan Ministry to the incarcerated. The event begins with a cash bar at 6:30 p.m. and the lecture will start at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $3 and seating is limited. For reservations, contact Laura Alduk at 216-696-6525, ext 1049, or via e-mail at: lalduk@diocessofcleveland.org .

MUSIC DIRECTOR – The Church of St. Mary in Chardon is seeking to fill the position of Music Director for their Traditional Celebration Choir who sing at the 10:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday mornings. Please call Joe Trivisonno at 440-729-7642 or Leslie Linsky at 440-285-9867 or 440-227-2024 for more information.

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