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Week
of May 30, 2004
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Dear Parishioner,
It's
late one evening and you are sitting around after dinner with some
friends. Someone says, “I heard St. Noel was holding a lecture on
The DaVinci Code, do you know anything about it?”
You don't, but you would like to find out if it is true. What could
you do? You could scour around your home desk or the back seat of
your car trying to locate an old bulletin which could include
a notice of such an event. You could call other parishioners and
ask whether they might know something about it. You could
wait until the next morning and call the parish office which would
provide you with the information. All of these approaches could
work. But, hey guy, it's the new millennium! Why not turn on your
computer and go to”stnoel.org”. There you could click onto “Adult
Enrichment” which would take you to “The Adult Enrichment Calendar”
where you would find that Dr. Joseph Kelly will be speaking at St.
Noel about The Da Vinci Code (July 11 at 12:15 p.m.).
Our parish website is a tremendous source of useful information.
You can find a copy of the weekly bulletin, my homilies going back
to 2003, you can submit questions to the parish staff, and read
minutes of our Parish Pastoral Council. You can even find what music
we are planning to use at this week's liturgy.
The
website is run by members of St. Noel. It is a constant challenge
to keep it current. (So please be patient if you find a page with
old information.) Our website will also link you to other useful
sites. If you follow it to the “Diocese of Cleveland” website you
can gain information regarding diocesan events. A helpful
page on this site is the one called “For The Record.” It tries to
present fuller information regarding issues reported in the papers
such as The Plain Dealer. Presently
on the site the diocese gives its position on giving communion to
political candidates, whether the diocese's income is declining
and its reported reluctance to close churches.
In
short our parish website can be an important tool in your desire
to stay active and informed as a Catholic. I would like to thank
all of our parishioners who give of their time to keep it running,
encourage any parishioners who feel they can help to do so, and
invite us all to use the website often.
Fr.
George Smiga
MEMORIAL
DAY LITURGY will be
at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, May 31.
PARISHES
OFFICES will be closed
on Memorial Day, May 31.
A
MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY
will be held at the Willoughby Hills Veterans Memorial on Monday,
May 31 at 11:00 a.m. Everyone is invited.
SUMMER
MASS SCHEDULE – Each
year during the summer, our attendance at the 6:45 p.m. Mass on
Wednesdays drops dramatically. Therefore, as last year, we are suspending
Wednesday evening liturgies from June 16 th through August
25 th . We will, however, continue to have our monthly
Mass with the Anointing of the Sick on the second Wednesday
of each month July 14th and August
11th.
SIGNED
LITURGY- On Sunday,
June 6 Mary Smith 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.
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.
SOCIAL
JUSTICE GEMS –“Parish
communities must show by their deeds of love and justice that the
Gospel they proclaim is fulfilled in their actions. This tradition
is not empty theory; it challenges our priorities as a nation, our
choices as a Church, and our values as parishes. It has led the
Church to stand with the poor and vulnerable against the strong
and powerful. It brings occasional controversy and conflict, but
it also brings life and vitality to the People of God. It is a sign
of our faithfulness of the Gospel” (U.S. Catholic Bishops, Communities
of Salt and Light ).
RCIA
INQUIRY – Are you, or
is someone you know interested in exploring the Catholic faith?
If so, please join us on Tuesday evening, June 8 at 7:00 p.m. in
the Resurrection Room for our next inquiry session. Bring your questions
and concerns which we welcome and will try to address. For more
information, you can call Alice at 440-946-0887 or Marianne at 440-946-1128
X 20.
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, pastoral visit,
and the sacraments.
WATCH
FOR THE EL SALVADOR CRAFT SALE
– following Masses on Sunday, June 6 . We still
have a few items left for sale---crosses, plaques, jewelry and even
a hammock! Most items are in a $5-$15 price range. Profits from
the sale of these items will help support the St. Noel Delegation
to El Salvador this summer.
HANDBELLS
– We're getting there!
We have raised $2,500.00 toward the $4,500.00 needed to purchase
our own third octave of handbells and necessary accessories (tables,
pads, etc.) for the music ministry. As you're listening to the bells
this weekend, please consider if you might like to contribute toward
the rest of our need. You can make your donation as a memorial if
you like. It soon will be time to return our borrowed bells, so
please contact Marc at 440-946-0887 if you would like to help St.
Noel purchase our own third octave of handbells, Thank you for your
generosity and again thank you to the communities of St. Lucy and
St. Felicitas for allowing us to use their equipment.
PERSONAL
HYGIENE PROJECT AT ST. AUGUSTINE is
looking for personal hygiene products which can be packaged to give
to Hunger Center clients. The products needed include razors, pocket
tissue packs, travel size toothpaste and toothbrushes, deodorant,
travel size mouthwash and dental floss. And when you're traveling
this summer, any of the hotel giveaways would be very much appreciated.
Please mark them for St. Augustine and put them in the bin on the
right side as you approach the food pantry. Thanks in advance for
all that you do for our Partner Parish!
ST.
NOEL FELLOWSHIP – Activities
for the month of June are as follows: - June 3
– Horse Races; June 10 – Auction;
June 17 – Noon - Socializing, meeting and then
at 12:30 p.m. we will have our luncheon consisting of Cavatelli
w/meatball & sausage, salad and Spumoni ice cream. The cost
is $6.00 per person. Deadline for tickets and payment is June 14.
June 24 – Social meeting, we will celebrate birthdays
and anniversaries with cake and Dixie cups. Please remember to bring
your food donation for the food bank to this meeting. Everyone is
welcome to attend the Senior Fellowship on Thursdays.
PRIME
TIME – No meeting tonight!
Final party on June 6 th .
BABY
BOTTLES – Over 50 baby
bottles were taken off the table during Lent to support Alternaterm.
We're still missing 19 bottles, and the organization reuses them
for other fundraisers. Please return the bottles to the Church office
even if they are empty. Thank you.
CAMP
YAC – Registrations
are due this week! Don't miss a great camp! Pick up a brochure in
the kiosk.
PANCAKE
BREAKFAST – The awesome
Father's Day Pancake Breakfast is back this year!! Plan on enjoying
a great meal on Sunday, June 20 th from 10:00-1:00pm. Mark your
calendar now and support youth ministry at St. Noel.
NOEL
MOVERS – We're in need
of dressers and beds. Please do not drop items off near the truck.
All drop-offs (and pick-ups) must be scheduled by calling Anthony
(946-1128 x20).
STOCK
OPTIONS - the market
can be a rough ride!! Why not purchase stock in a lasting, worthwhile
commodity - OUR YOUTH!! On the weekends of June 12-13 and June 19-20,
stop at the table in the narthex and invest in the youth of our
parish who are traveling to Detroit 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!
CONFIRMATION
– Congratulations to
Neil Brandt, Dan Quiggle, Nick Gerhard and Vince Matteucci who were
confirmed at St. John's Cathedral on Saturday, May 29 th . We're
proud of these men and welcome them as fully initiated members of
our Church!
FOOD
BANK – We're serving
at the Cleveland Food Bank on Tuesday, June 1 st . We leave the
Church at 5:30pm or meet at the Food Bank at 6:00pm. Please call
Anthony if you would like to help.
TWENTY-FOUR
HOURS—ONE DAY—THAT CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE. If
you are a single Catholic searching
in your life to understanding “What you should be doing” and “How
God is calling you to use your life,” then make plans to attend
the upcoming “Where Are You Going?” Retreat on June 18-19, 2004.
The twenty-four hour retreat, conducted by priests, deacons, and
religious from our diocese, will give you the tools and insights
needed to find your place—God's call—for your life. For more information
or to register, call the Diocesan Vocation Office at 800-869-6525
or 216-696-6525 ext 3490 or www.churchvocations.com
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A
WEEKEND FOR DIVORCED, SEPARATED AND WIDOWED
– Men and women of all ages are encouraged to attend a weekend designed
for those who wish to let go of the painful past and create a more
peace-filled future. Presented by people who have “been there” and
offer their support. The next Beginning Experience Weekend will
be held on June 11, 12, & 13 at St. Joseph Christian Life Center
in Cleveland. Please call 440-546-9191 or 330-706-1512 for the information
on this weekend of hope and healing or reach us at: www.beginningexperience.org.
CATHOLIC
UPDATE –
entitled “Bringing Your Marriage Into the Church: Convalidation
of Civil Marriages,” by Msgr. Joseph M. Champlin, is now available
in the kiosk.
2004
FIRST COMMUNICANTS' MASS WITH BISHOP PILLA – Bishop
Pilla will preside at this annual Mass for all 2004 First Communicants
on the eve of Corpus Christi, Saturday, June 12, 2004 at 4:30 p.m.
at the Cathedral of Saint John the Evangelist. Any child who received
his or her First Holy Communion this year is invited to wear their
Communion outfits and to participate in a procession and Mass with
Bishop Pilla. No reservations are necessary, but a courtesy call
to the rectory would be appreciated 216-771-6666. Plan to arrive
by 4:15 p.m. Free parking in the Cathedral Plaza Garage (Rockwell
Avenue). This is a wonderful occasion-please come.
MEDICAL
SUPPLIES FOR CHRIST, INC
is a nonprofit organization supplying worldwide Christian Medical
Missionaries. We are in great need of medical supplies, including
respiratory and diabetic items, hearing aides, home health care
provisions, and all medical items. We also
accept Depends, Ensure type products, vitamins and minerals, slimfast
products, and protein powder drink mixes. Won't you please join
us to reach out and help the least of God's people? If you would
like additional information, or to have your items picked up, please
call Judy Okorn at 440-975-9028.
REGISTRATION
FORMS - for CYO Day
Camp, Camp Happiness (special needs) and Blue Streak Sports Camps
which are various programs that will be held at the Center for Pastoral
Leadership can be found in the kiosk.
ASSERTIVE
COMMUNICATION AFTER SEPARATION/DIVORCE – The
challenges present during separation and divorce often require continued
communication. Join Kath Whan-Marko, Ph.D., for a presentation and
discussion on ways to become a more assertive communicator on Thursday,
June 24, at Divine Word Church, from 7-9:00 p.m. Kindly call Karen
Jubeck at 440-352-8282, to register. This presentation is free of
charge and is sponsored by the Lake/Geauga District for the Divorced
and Separated.
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