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Dear
Parishioner,
Important
moments in life are worth celebrating. Graduation from High School
is one of these. This year 61 young people from our parish will
be finishing their high school years. As a parish we wish to show
our congratulations and support.
That
is why we have sent invitations to our graduating seniors to join
us on Sunday, June 11 th for the 11:00 a.m. Mass and for a brunch
afterwards in our Banquet Center. I know this is a busy time of
the year, but I hope many seniors will be able to join us for this
occasion at which our parish can acknowledge this important event
in their lives. Parents are invited to join us at the brunch for
they deserve affirmation in their role of guiding their children
to this stage of life and support as they themselves face the transition
which graduation brings.
Graduates,
if you remain in town, I encourage you to stay active at St. Noel.
If you are going away to college, we want you to return to St. Noel
as you come home for breaks and vacation and stay in touch with
the parish by checking this web site from time to time. You are
still a part of St. Noel's community and we always want you to feel
at home here.
As
time passes we all grow older. Our young people are a continuing
sign of new life and hope to us all. Let us remember our graduates
as they move forward to the next step of their lives. Let us pray
that they carry the good news of Jesus with them as they shape their
futures.
Fr. George Smiga
DRIVEWAY
LIGHT POLES REPLACEMENT -
The process of repairing the lights on our driveway entrance will
be taking place in the next few weeks. During this process there
will be a few evenings on which the lights will not be operational.
We ask you to use caution on these nights as you enter or exit the
property.
MEMORIAL
DAY LITURGY will be at 9:00 a.m.
on Monday, May 29 th in the outdoor chapel (weather permitting).
REMINDER
: there will be no
Eucharistic Adoration on Monday, May 29th, Memorial Day.
PARISH
OFFICES will be closed on Memorial
Day, May 29 th .
REMINDER
- Because of the GIFT Program There
will be no 6:45 p.m. Liturgy on Wednesday, May 31 st .
SIGNED
LITURGY- On Sunday,
June 4 th the 11:00 a.m. Mass will be signed for the hearing impaired.
Reserved seating can be found in the first two rows of chairs by
the Eucharist Chapel.
HOSPITALITY
We are in need of
help at the 9:00 a.m. Mass to help set up and serve coffee and donuts.
You will be scheduled once a month. If you can help, please call
the parish office at 440-946-0887.
BULLETIN
BOARD
- Coatroom area - We will be clearing off the bulletin board in
the coatroom on Wednesday, May 31st. If you have something
on the board that you would like to retrieve, please do so.
New items can be put on the board beginning June 1st. Please limit
the size to a 3 x 5 card or business card. Larger items may need
to be removed since there is just a limited space.
DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE CENTER - Information
is available in the kiosk (Social Justice Section) on the Domestic
Violence Center and the services they provide. Please share
with whoever may be in need.
BABY
BOTTLE BOOMERANG!
- If you forgot to pick up your baby bottle to fill with change
to support Hanna's Home, bottles are still available in the narthex.
LOAVES
AND LETTERS RETURNS Ending
Global Poverty is the urgent issue we will write our Congressional
representatives and senators about on Wednesday evening June 14
th at 6:30 and the weekend of June 17 th /18 th after all Masses.
A motivational video, prayer and food/refreshments will be provided,
as well as a fun segment for children to address the issue.
Look for more information in coming bulletins, and mark your calendars!
EUCHARISTIC
ADORATION
Are you free periodically on Mondays for one hour between
1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.? Vacation time is approaching and there will
be times when someone will be unable to fulfill their commitment
of one hour before the Blessed Sacrament. We are in need of some
individuals who would be willing to fill in occasionally as a substitute
for Eucharistic Adoration. Please call the parish office at 440-946-0887
for more information.
BE
A GOOD STEWARD-PASS IT ON! Our
planet is a gift to us from God and as such we are called to take
good care of it! All creation reflects God's glory and as Christians
we want to preserve Earth's beauty and goodness for future generations.
Our Social Justice Ministry is offering us an important opportunity
to be good stewards of Earth. On the weekend of June 24 th and 25
th they will be sponsoring a Pass-It-On: event. Do you have books,
sporting goods, electronics, CD/DVD's, jewelry, tools or small appliances
that you no longer need, but would be useful to someone else and
are in good working order ? Don't put them in the
landfill; pass them on! Bring them to St. Noel's lower level between
2:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 24 th or between 8:00 a.m.
and 12:30 p.m., on Sunday, June 25 th . While you are there, look
over what others have brought and take what you need, without cost!
Items not picked up will be taken to appropriate charitable organizations.
PLEASE NOTE: 1) We can only accept items during the times and dates
noted above. 2) We cannot accept clothes (put these in the clothing
bin by the food pantry), collectables, knick-knacks, dishes or glassware.
Call the parish office at 440-946-0887 with any questions you may
have.
COMING
ATTACTIONS SAVE THE DATE
on Saturday, September 23, 2006, our Social Justice Ministry is
planning a field trip to Crown Point Ecological Center. Watch
for details in the coming months as plans unfold.
VACATION
BIBLE SCHOOL
- Get ready for an island adventure! Join us for a fun-packed week
daily from 9:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. (with the closing program on Friday
evening) July 17 th - 21 st . We will transform St. Noel Church
into a tropical island as we discover the treasure of God's love.
We will gather in stations for Bible stories, crafts, fun games,
delicious snacks, lively music and much more. After Masses on June
3 rd /4 th and 10 th /11 th sign up in the narthex for Son Treasure
Island! Bring a friend!
BEING
GOOD STEWARDS OF OUR PARISH RESOURCES- Did
you know that a place is reserved and a meal prepared for every
person who registers for a GIFT session? Materials and supplies
are purchased based on that count, too. If for some reason your
plans change, please take the time to call 440-946-1128 x 21 to
let us know you won't be there. It really helps cut down on wasted
food and supplies. REMEMBER also, you can change your reservation
day with 24-hour notice.
HYBRID
CARS Do
you drive a hybrid car that you would like to show and tell us about!?
At our last GIFT program (May 31 and June 4) we will display some
of these environment-friendly cars. All you have to do is park it
in the parking lot and be willing to explain to anyone who asks
why you chose the car and what's great about it. Please call Marianne
Slattery at 440-946-1128 x 21 for more information.
ST.
NOEL FELLOWSHIP
- The activities for the month of June are as follows:
June 1 st Reverse Raffle June 8
th Choice of Games bring your favorites! June
15 th Bingo June 22 nd - Noon Socializing,
and our meeting; then at 12:30 p.m. will have our luncheon consisting
of a half baked chicken, tossed salad, pasta, rolls, butter and
cake. Tickets are $6.00 for members and $8.00 for guests. Deadline
for tickets and payment is June 19 th . June 29 th
- We will celebrate birthdays and anniversaries. Please remember
to bring your food donation for the food pantry to this meeting.
Everyone is welcome to attend Senior Fellowship
WHITEWATER
RAFTING The dates
are set for July 25-27!! The trip will be fabulous, and all
are welcome to sign up on the kiosk. Space is limited.
PRIME
TIME - Are
you doing the Famine? Heading to Swings-n-Things? Serving
at Camp YAC?? We've got plenty of summertime opportunities
for you check your e-mail and call Anthony to keep connected.
Sign ups are on the kiosk and don't forget about GIFT!
PURCHASE
STOCK - Why not
buy stock in a lasting, worthwhile commodity - OUR YOUTH!!
On the weekends of June 17-18 & 24-25, you can invest in the
youth of our parish who are traveling to Toronto this summer to
perform community service and learn about their faith. Stockholders
will receive a stock certificate and an invitation to our service
report once we return. Sure it's a fundraiser, but this stock will
pay big dividends! Shares sell for $10. Thanks for your
support!
CAMP
YAC Our awesome junior
high camp is back again for the 10 th year!! We're teaming
up with Divine Word to offer an incredible week of fun and new experiences.
Brochures are available in the kiosk, and the week is scheduled
for June 26-June30, 2006. All current 6-8 graders are welcome!!
FOOD
FAST Hey high school students!! Wanna
make a difference and do something that you'll remember for a lifetime??
How about fasting for 30 hours, raising money to help world hunger,
and meeting some new people? The food fast is scheduled for
June 21 st at Divine Word Parish. Sign up on the kiosk if
interested.
NOEL
MOVERS The movers
have been going strong, but our truck is dying! After learning
our faithful truck needed $2500 worth of repairs, we've decided
to drive it as long as we can and actively look for a replacement.
If anyone can help locate and/or purchase a new box van for the
Noel Movers please call Anthony. To date, the movers have
picked up donated furniture from over 800 families and delivered
items to hundreds of people in need.
CAREER
OPPORTUNITIES - Local
manufacturer and distributor of high performance roofing and flooring
solutions is looking to hire several skilled professionals. The
positions that are being considered are: Architect, Cost Accountant,
Engineer, Graphic Designer, Quality Control, and Legal. For more
information, please contact Karl Sooy or Jay Hebert at 216-641-7500
and visit www.garlandco.com
MUSIC
MINISTRY CD'S The St. Noel Music
Ministry CD entitled How Can We Keep From Singing? featuring
the choir, chamber singers and hand bell choir are available in
the church office. Proceeds benefit the music ministry pilgrimage
fund.
ST.
NOEL BANQUET CENTER - We are currently
booking the Banquet Center for the remainder of 2006 and all of
2007. Remember, parishioners or their immediate family receives
a 10% discount for evening weddings and a 5% discount for any other
events held at St. Noel Banquet Center. We are now offering a $5.00
discount to anyone during the months of November, December, January,
February and March for any weddings of 150 people or more on any
Fridays or Saturdays during these months, when using our sit-down,
family style, or buffet menus. Please remember to recommend St.
Noel Banquet Center when you or a friend or even the company you
work for are planning an event throughout the year. Please call
the office at 440-946-6635 for availability.
ST.
NOEL MEN'S SOFTBALL Any men at
least 30 years old are invited to join the team (which plays Monday
and Wednesday evenings) by calling Keith Coolick at 440-655-2885
PLAY BALL!
DIVORCE
RECOVERY FOR CATHOLICS An 8-week
support group program designed to meet the needs of those who are
recently separated or divorced will begin on Wednesday,
June 14 th , at St. Bede Church, 9114 Lakeshore Blvd, Mentor, from
7-9:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Catholic parishes in Lake
and Geauga counties, the program offers direction, support, and
the tools for coping with this life-changing experience in a confidential
setting with trained facilitators. For more information or to register,
please call Catholic Charities at 440-352-6191 or 1-800-242-9755.
YOUTH
FOR UNDERSTANDING is an international
exchange student program. They are looking to place high school
students in homes for the 2006-2007 school year. Hosts can be a
family with children, empty nesters or a single parent. YFU provides
support to the host and exchange student. If you are interested
and want more information about this great opportunity call Ann
Hoffman, NE Ohio rep. at 740-969-9806; toll free 800-872-0200 ,
ext 215, or Barbara Painter at 440-585-1034.
HOLY
HOUR AND SOCIAL The Cleveland
Catholic Forum invites all Catholics between the ages of 25 and
45 to our monthly First Thursday Holy Hour and Social on June 1
st . Holy Hour will be held at St. Paul Shrine at 4120 Euclid Avenue,
near downtown. Evening includes a social with refreshments beginning
at 6:00 p.m. and Holy Hour with rosary, benediction, and opportunity
for confession beginning at 6:45 p.m. The Cleveland Catholic Forum
is dedicated to providing spiritual, educational, social and charitable
activities for the Greater Catholic Community. Contact Lee at 216-598-0170
for more information.
THE
CATHEDRAL OF ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST Any
child who received their First Holy Communion this year is invited
to join in a diocesan Corpus Christi celebration with Bishop Richard
Lennon on Saturday evening, June 17th at
4:30 p.m. Mass at St. John Cathedral
. There will be a procession of the children, pictures
with the Bishop, and free parking in our Rockwell Avenue garage.
No reservations are necessary; simply arrive at 4:15 p.m. dressed
in your communion outfits.
WITNESS
FOR CHRIST Do
not be afraid to witness to the hope that dwells in you . . . Jesus
Christ. These powerful words of Pope John Paul II remind us that
now more than ever, we are in need of women and men who are willing
to witness to Christ. Our Church needs young adults who are willing
to serve as priests and as consecrated religious sisters and brothers.
Interested? Ever consider it for yourself? The Diocesan Vocation
Office is sponsoring the Where Are You Going? Retreat on Saturday,
June 17 th at the Center for Pastoral Leadership in Wickliffe. The
staff of priests, deacons, religious sisters and brothers will help
you to come to a better understanding of how you can use your life
to witness for Christ in the Church. The day-long retreat is open
to single, Catholic women and men. For more information or to register,
contact the Diocesan Vocation Office at 800-8696526 or 216-696-6525
x 3490 or www.churchvocations.com
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SISTERS
OF NOTRE DAME PRAYER LINE - The Sisters
of Notre Dame have begun a Prayer Line ministry. We will dedicate
time to receive calls and pray for your intentions. Sisters will
receive your calls from 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. on Monday through
Friday. Although there is no sister on the line during weekends
and holidays, you may still phone us and leave your request on our
answering service. This request will also be remembered in prayer.
Our sisters in Assisted Living look forward to praying for your
needs and requests. Our prayer line telephone number is 440-279-1163.
URSULINE
COLLEGE The Graduate Ministry Program
at Ursuline College invites you to attend an information Night on
Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the Strawbridge Parlor, 2550
Lander Road, Pepper Pike. The Master of Arts in Ministry Program
offers a focus on ministry for church and market place
and
develops academic competence, spiritual maturity and pastoral skills.
Classes are in a flexible format designed for students with full
time commitments and meet most diocesan certification requirements.
Fall classes start Wednesday, August 23, 2006. If you would like
more information, please call the Graduate Ministry office at 440-646-8195.
CATHOLIC
UPDATE entitled
Preparing for Marriage: 10 Tools for the Journey. by William Urbine
is now available in the kiosk.
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