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Dear Parishioner,
Four
years ago St. Noel, together with several other parishes in our
diocese, moved the celebration of Confirmation to coincide with
First Communion. In this way, the Sacraments of Confirmation and
Eucharist, which mark initiation into the Church, could be celebrated
together. Since our parish previously celebrated Confirmation in
the junior or senior year of high school, we are presently in the
process of preparing all of the young people of our parish who have
not yet been confirmed to celebrate the sacrament. This Friday,
May 7 th , Bishop Roger Gries will preside at the celebration of
Confirmation for 73 young people in grades 5-12 together with 1
adult. Like last year, the large number of Confirmandi required
scheduling a special liturgy instead of celebrating the sacrament
as part of our regular weekend Masses. Yet, even though the celebration
will be limited to those to be confirmed and their families, Confirmation
remains a parish celebration. I have listed the names of those being
confirmed below. Please include them in your prayers as they complete
their initiation into the Catholic faith.
Fr.
George Smiga
Rachel
Lynne Ackerman
Renee
Nicole Ackerman
Nicholas
Aaron Albertone
Mitchell
Lawrence Andrews
Michael
Joseph Artino
Matthew
Thomas Beal
Anthony
Vito Continenza
Salvatore
Ronald Continenza
Cameron
Barry (Edwin) Daiber
Lauren
Alessandra (Wendy) DeGirolamo
Brian
Gregory DiCillo
Kenneth
Michael DiCillo
John
Patrick DiFranco
Dominic
Gregory (Anthony) Federico
Ryan
Matthew Fenner
Robert
James Fox
Danielle
Nicole Fraley
Megan
Melissa Fraley
Ronnie
Taylor (Ann) Gaskell
J.
Todd (Joseph) Gaskell
Bridget
Marie Gornichec
Kelsea
Rose Abigaile Grampp
Morgann
Mara (Teresa) Grampp
Geoffrey
Paul (Patrick) Grim
Alexandra
Christine (Faith) Hupertz
Monica
Therese (Anastatia) Hupertz
John
Dale Kelsey
Stanley
David (Isaac) Kosilesky
Rachel
Ann (Theresa) Laurie
Rocco
Anthony Laurie
Andrew
Timothy Manning
Patrick
Gene (Michael) Manning
John
Stephen (Joseph) Marczewski
Hanna
A. Masaryk
Michelle
Matiyasic
Matthew
Thomas McHenry
Michael
Todd McHenry
Alexis
Victoria Palladino
Jennifer
Ann Palladino
Elisa
Mary (Santina) Pamelia
Maria
Victoria (Serafini) Pamelia
Rebecca
Anne (Theresa) Pattie
John
Paul Peroni
Julie
Marie (Katherine) Poyar
Andrew
Thomas (James) Poyar
Nicholas
Michael Razzante
Katherine
Rose Razzante
David
Emmett Reed
Samuel
James Ruddock
Marie
Elizabeth Ruddock
Joseph
Edward Saxon
Christopher
Joseph Scafidi
Drew
Edward (Andrew) Schaller
Benjamin
Rolland Schaller
Olivia
Sarah Scott
Erin
Elizabeth (Katherine) Shick
Kayla
Lynn (Gabrielle) Short
Michael
Richard Smith
Megan
Kathleen (Melaine) Sotak
LITTLE
SISTERS OF THE POOR
– whose apostolate is to care of the aged at the St. Mary &
St. Joseph Home on Richmond Road will be accepting your donations
after all the Masses next weekend. The Little Sisters have worked
in our Diocese for over 130 years providing a loving atmosphere
and quality care to the elderly—especially those with diminishing
resources. Please be generous to them.
OUTDOOR
CHAPEL – is in need
of clean-up and repairs. You can help at your own pace and according
to your own schedule. If you are able to assist in preparing the
Chapel for summer use, please call the parish office at 440-946-0887.
REMINDER
– Our evening Mass
for this Wednesday evening, May 5 will begin at
7:00 p.m.
SOCIAL
JUSTICE GEMS – “The
parishes that are leaders in this area see social ministry not as
a specialized ministry, but as an integral part of the entire parish.
They weave the Catholic social mission into every aspect of parish
life—worship, formation and action. They follow a strategy of integration
and collaboration, which keeps social ministry from becoming isolated
or neglected” (U.S. Catholic Bishops, Communities of Salt and
Light).
SIGNED
LITURGY – Today (Sunday),
May 2, Mary Smith will be joining us to sign at 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.
FOOD
PANTRY NEED – Our food
pantry is very low on laundry detergent, paper towels and Kleenex.
Soaps and paper products, while much needed items in any household,
cannot be purchased with food stamps. If you are able to supply
any of these items it would be much appreciated. Just place them
in the designated box in the food pantry area, Thank you.
WOMEN'S
PRAYER BREAKFAST – We
invite all women of the parish to join us on Saturday, May 8 th
from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00
a.m. for our final prayer breakfast of the season. In keeping with
Mother's Day weekend we will be focusing on our Elizabeth Ministry.
Mary Rainey will be our presenter and will share with us the work
of this ministry as it identifies, prays for and supports the needs
of women and their families during the childbearing years. The suggested
donation for the morning is $3.50. We encourage you to bring your
own mug to help reduce the use of Styrofoam. Please sign up on the
kiosk if you are able to attend. See you on May 8 th .
CATHOLIC
CHARITIES – for over
80 years, Catholic Charities has provided HOPE to the hungry and
homeless, children and families, disabled, and elderly of our community.
Please give HOPE to more people—join thousands of others across
our Diocese who are giving generously to Catholic Charities this
weekend. For more information go online to www.clevelandcatholiccharities.org
or call 1-800-869-6525, ext. 1049.
THE
BEAUTIFUL BELL ARRANGEMENTS
you have heard throughout the Triduum were possible due to the loan
of an octave of bells from St. Felicitas Church and other equipment
from St. Lucy Church. If you enjoy this music and are interested
in helping St. Noel purchase our own new octave of bells call Marc
at 440-946-0887. Thank you and thank you St. Felicitas and St. Lucy
for your generosity.
PLANT
A ROW FOR THE HUNGRY
– Do you love to garden? Do you want to help feed the hungry? This
summer dedicate a portion of your home garden to grow vegetables
for St. Augustine's Hunger Center. Bring your harvest to St. Noel
in August or September and we will deliver it (watch the bulletin
for collection details). Preferred vegetables are collards, carrots,
peppers, cabbage, cucumbers, tomatoes, and beans. We will provide
you with seeds or starter plants if necessary, but you must place
you order by May 9. Call the parish office at 440-946-0887. P.S.
There will also be the opportunity to garden again at St. Augustine.
There will be more information coming in the bulletin later in this
month.
THE
PASSION OF THE CHRIST
. . . If you missed Father George's presentation at the Church of
the Covenant regarding Mel Gibson's movie, you have another chance!
He will give the same presentation here at St. Noel today (Sunday),
May 2 in the large hall at 12:30 p.m. The talk he gave to the City
Club on Good Friday (you may have heard on our website) is a shortened
version of this same presentation.
GIVERS
OF LIFE - A retreat
opportunity to reflect on our roles as Co-Creators with God. Join
us in prayer, reflection, and sharing as we focus on how we are
ALL bearers of life and love to the world … not just mothers … but
all of us! We will begin on Wednesday, May 5 at 10:00 a.m. and conclude
at 2:00 p.m. The day will be led by Fran Armbruster, and include
lunch. A suggested donation of $5.00 will help cover the cost of
lunch. Please sign up on the kiosk if you plan to attend. If you
have any questions, please call Fran at 440-729-3976.
JOURNEY
TO JOY – a support
group for depression meets the 2 nd and 4 th Thursday evenings at
7:00 p.m. in the Visitation Room. The next meeting is Thursday
, May 13 .
THE
PRAYER AND SUPPORT GROUP meets
on Fridays at 12:30 p.m. immediately after Mass in the Visitation
Room. If you would like to be part of a group praying for the sick
or if you need the support and prayers of the group please feel
welcome to attend. It lasts for about one hour.
EUCHARISTIC
ADORATION – meets every
Friday morning at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel. There is spontaneous
shared prayer and devotional prayer.
ST.
NOEL FELLOWSHIP – meets
every Thursday at noon in the Hall. Everyone is welcome to attend
the Senior Fellowship
on Thursdays.
MOTHER'S
DAY BRUNCH – will be
held on Sunday, May 9, 2004. Reservations are required. There will
be two sittings (10:00 a.m. and Noon). Adults are $14, Children
6-12 years are $7, and children 5 years and younger are free. Please
check the back of the April calendar for details. For more information
or reservations please call the hall at 440-946-6635.
PRIME
TIME – “Home from Rome”
tonight (Sunday) at 7:30pm. Justin Ekin (PRIME TIME alum) will share
his adventures in Rome.
BABY
BOTTLES – Over 50 baby
bottles were taken off the table during Lent to support Alternaterm.
So far, only 26 have been returned, and the organization reuses
them for other fundraisers. Please return the bottles to the Church
office even if they are empty. Thank you.
JUNIOR
HIGH YOUTH GROUP – Our
next session is this Tuesday, May 4 th at 7:00pm
in the small hall. Bring your
bibles.
CONFIRMATION
REHEARSAL – For those
candidates celebrating the Sacrament of Confirmation on Friday,
May 7 th , our rehearsal is Wednesday, May 5 th at 5:30pm
in the Church. Both
sponsors and candidates are expected to attend. Call Anthony with
questions.
CDEM
– the next opportunity
to participate in the CDEM is Thursday, May 13 th at 7:00pm in the
Conference Room. No need to register; simply arrive at 7:00pm.
CLEVELAND
FOOD BANK – Our group
is serving at the Food Bank on Monday, May 3 rd . We leave the Church
at 5:30pm. Please call Anthony (946-1128) if you would like to serve.
CAMP
YAC – Our annual junior
high camp is scheduled for the week of June 14 th . This is a great
chance to involve your 6-8 th grade student in a great week of fun,
service and spiritual activities. Brochures available in May.
GARBAGE
FREE!! – Did you notice
any trash as you drove into the Church parking lot? We hope not!
Members of our junior high youth group spent 3 hours picking up
trash around the grounds at St. Noel, Roemisch Field and Campbell
Park. This was in response to our lesson on caring for creation.
Check out the photos on the kiosk. Thanks to Janet Perryman for
working with us and Amy Smith for the awesome cookies!
CATHOLIC
RECOVERY FOR THE DIVORCED AND SEPARATED: An
8-week series of support groups for those experiencing recent divorce
or separation will begin Wednesday, May 5 at St. John Vianney Church
from 7-9 p.m. The series is developed to provide faith-based support
and offer guidance and tools to cope in this difficult life situation.
For more information or to register, please call Catholic Charities
at (440) 352-6191 in Lake County or 1-800-242-9755 in Geauga County.
WORLD
DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS –
is today (Sunday), May 2, 2004. The Holy Father calls all Catholics
to pray for vocations on this Good Shepherd Sunday. In his message
for World Day of Prayer for Vocations he writes: “ Our primary
duty is to pray to the ‘Lord of the harvest' for those who already
follow Christ very closely in the priesthood and religious life,
and for those whom he in his mercy continues to call to such important
ecclesial service.” May God bless those who shepherd our Church
with health, peace, and wisdom. May many more hear the call to priesthood,
deaconate, and consecrated religious life. For more information
about Church vocations go to: www. Churchvocations.com.
CATHOLIC
UPDATE – The next
issue of the Catholic Update entitled, “ What Is ‘Just
War' Today? is now available on the kiosk. This is a thought provoking
reflection on the history and ongoing development of the Just War
Theory in our Church, especially as it relates to present day realities.
Why not pick up a copy of this Update?
BEREAVEMENT
SUPPORT GROUP – In the
spirit of Vibrant Parish Life
the parish of St. John Vianney is offering an on-going
monthly bereavement support group to eight parishes with close proximity.
The group will meet on the first Tuesday of the month in May, which
is, Tuesday, May 4 at 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. in the library of
the church. For more information please call 440-942-0336.
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