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Liturgical Calendar, Mass Intentions, and Readings From the Pastor’s Desk The Twentieth Sunday
in Ordinary Time
August 16, 2020
Rembrandt
Dear Brothers and Sisters in the
Lord,
Today our Church celebrates the
Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
A belated thank you to everyone
who has been assisting with the
cleaning and sanitation of our church
building after each Mass.
Thank you, too, to the Junior
Knights of Peter Claver and their
adult leaders for assisting with the
maintenance and care of our parish
grounds.
Thank you to everyone who
came out and assisted with our
second Tuesday-of-the-month
Produce Pantry giveaway. This
ministry is made possible with the
help of Catholic Charities and the
Free Store Food Bank.
Let us all remember that
Christianity calls each of us to treat
each other as brothers and sisters in
the Lord. In the midst of this global
pandemic, related deaths, and our
social upheavals, we should be
reminded that the devil has been truly
busy. However, there are those
among us who seemed to be filled
with such bitterness, negativity,
jealousy, and envy. Their anger
reminds us that we have much to take
to the Lord in prayer. Yet alternately,
we all have many great and good
things for which to give glory and
praise to our loving God.
The focus of the readings today
reminds us that God wants all people
to know His love and mercy.
Let us keep each other in our
prayers.
Yours in Christ,
Father Rey
Pastor
Sunday, August 16: The Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Isaiah 56: 1, 6-7; Psalms 67: 2-3, 5, 6, 8 (4); Romans 11: 13-15, 29-32; Matthew 15: 21-28
Tuesday, August 18: Ezekiel 28: 1-10; Deuteronomy 32: 26-27ab, 27cd-28, 30, 35cd-36ab; Matthew 19: 23-30
Wednesday, August 19: St. John Eudes, Priest, Religious Founder: Ezekiel 34: 1-11; Psalms 23: 1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6; Matthew 20: 1-16
Sunday, August 23: The Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time: Isaiah 22: 19-23; Psalms 138: 1-2, 2-3, 6, 8 (8bc); Romans 11: 33-36
Thursday, August 20: St. Bernard, Abbot, Doctor (Memorial): Ezekiel 36: 23-28; Psalms 51: 12-13, 14-15, 18-19; Matthew 22: 1-14
12:30 PM Mass St. Joseph for: Dorothy Jones (D) and Rev. James P. O’Toole (D) by: St. Joseph Church
Friday, August 21: St. Pius X, Pope (Memorial): Ezekiel 37: 1-14; Psalms 107: 2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9; Matthew 22: 34-40
9:00 AM Mass St. Joseph Church for: Michael Cody (AD) by: St. Joseph Church 11:00 AM Mass St. Joseph Church for: Georgia Porter (AD) by: St. Joseph Church and the St. Vincent de Paul St. Joseph Conference
Monday, August 17: Ezekiel 24: 15-23; Deuteronomy 32: 18-19, 20, 21; Matthew 19: 16-22
12:30 PM Mass St. Joseph for: Emma Thiem (SI) by: Eugene Allspach
Saturday, August 22: Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Memorial): Ezekiel 43: 1-7ab; Psalms 85: 9ab and 10, 11-12, 13-14; Matthew 23: 1-12
9:00 AM Mass St. Joseph Church for: Daniel Stewart (SI) by: Tom Lanter 11:00 AM Mass St. Joseph Church for: Eric D. Shields, Jr. (AD) by: St. Joseph Church for Marcella Hill (AB) by: Shirley Robinson for: Reggie Magruder (AB) by: Johnnie Mays-Magruder
Then Jesus answering, said to her: O woman, great is thy faith: be it done to thee as thou wilt: and her daughter was cured from that hour. MT 15:28
12:00 PM Mass VA for: deceased Religious, Priests and Deacons of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati and deceased priests of the Archdiocese of Military Services by: Father Rey
The Catholic Way to Vote: We are called to live our faith in all aspects of our
lives, but – when it comes to voting – this can be difficult. Over the next several
weeks, immerse yourself in the Church’s teaching and gain a fuller understanding of
the Church’s commitment to a consistent ethic of life which guides us to be advocates
for a variety of issues related to life and human dignity. Go to https://
ivotecatholic.org/ to learn more.
Sunday Collection: $ 5,183.00.
E-offerings: $ 370.00
Rice Bowl: $ 40.00
Total: $ 5,793.00
Collections
August 9, 2020
ALL Ministers—Please arrive 10 minutes before Mass, check at the Sacristy for attendance and any further instruction from the Pastor. Thank you.
Acolytes
August 16: 9:00 AM Ron Hitzler; Liz Berry 11:00 AM Nate Powers, Doris Rockingham, James Roper, Sr. August 23: 9:00 AM Ron Hitzler, Kenneth King 11:00 AM Howard Tribble, Robert Johnson
Announcers August 16: 9:00 AM Susie Hogue/Sandy Hitzler 11:00 AM Gail Smith August 23: 9:00 AM Susie Hogue/Sandy Hitzler 11:00 AM Michael McCoy
Catechists
August 16: 11:00 AM Lead Catechist: Joyce Edwards August 23: 11:00 AM Lead Catechist: Joyce Edwards
Eucharistic Ministers
August 16: 9:00 AM Willa Green, Anne Shaffer 11:00 AM Stephanie Edwards, Pam Bias-Daniels, Mary Richardson, Gail Smith, Theresa Thien, Bill Jefferson, Edna McCoy, Lester Freeman, Reggie Lee, Shirley Robinson August 23: 9:00 AM Willa Green, Anne Shaffer 11:00 AM Pam Bias-Daniels, Lester Freeman, Edna McCoy, Jack McWilliams, Shirley Robinson, Mark Patel, Gail Smith, Reggie Lee
Lectors August 16: 9:00 AM George Kinley, Dave Stein 11:00 AM Lester Freeman, Pam Bias-Daniels August 23: 9:00 AM Koffi Akahoun, Christa Akahoun 11:00 AM Jack McWilliams, Gail Smith
Ushers’ Roster
9:00 AM Shirley Colbert, Willa Green, Stan Carloss , Thomas Penland 11:00 AM Head Usher: Robin Walker Wanda Cheatham, Marilyn Tribble, Joyce Taylor, Johnnie Mays-Magruder, Bill Ware, Reggie Lee, Ronald Garvin, Robert Harris, Yolanda Roper, James Roper, Jr. James Roper, Sr., George Freeman, Larry Jerdo, Stan Carloss, Michelle Pritchett
Liturgical Ministries for August 16 through August 23
If you have a special announcement to share, please call the Parish Office or
send your news to: [email protected]
Reflection: August 16, 2020 Kyrie Eleison
Isaiah reminds us today,
in our time of trouble: Observe what
is right, do what is just. Even with
outsiders. Jesus, today, is in lands
foreign to the People of
Israel. Although he first ignores her,
he helps the foreign woman calling to
him in her need. Kyrie, eleison. He
hears and acts. The Lord does have
mercy.
• Who are on the outs with me; how
can I show them kindness?
• How will I act in right and just
ways this week?
• Because God constantly shows
mercy to me, how will I be
merciful?
Day of Prayer for the Church
and Victims of Abuse
The Archdiocese will observe the
third annual Day of Prayer for the
Church and Victims of Abuse on Fri-
day, Sept 11. In addition to a Votive
Mass of the Mystery of the Holy Cross
celebrated by Archbishop Schnurr at
5:15 PM at the Cathedral of St. Peter in
Chains; all are encouraged to observe
this day in parishes, schools, and other
institutions. Sample liturgical texts and
suggestions can be found on the web-
site of the Office for Divine Worship
& Sacraments: http://
www.catholiccincinnati.org/ministries-
offices/worship/
Parish/Community News
Sacraments For Baptism: If you have an infant to be baptized, please call our parish office. For Marriage: Schedule through Father Rey. For Anointing of the Sick: If you or a loved one are in the hospital or expecting surgery, call the parish office. In an emergency, call (513) 284-4201. For Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA): Please call the Parish Office for more information. (513-381-4526)
Church Staff Please call the parish office at (513) 381-4526. Fax number: (513) 381-5244. Email: [email protected] • Reverend Reynaldo Taylor: Pastor
(aka Father Rey)
(513) 381-4526 (ext. 15)
• Mr. Dennis Edwards: Deacon
• Mrs. Shon Hubble: Music Minister
• Ms. Mary Roberson: Business
Manager (ext. 13)
• Mrs. Jean Brown: Receptionist (ext.
10)
• Ms. Stephanie Edwards: President,
Parish Council
• Mr. Robert Johnson: President,
SVDP
• Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary: (513) 331-0749
• SJCS Alumni Assn: Mrs. Joan Smith Beason (513) 659 1701 or Mrs. Mary Joyce Edwards (513) 281- 0727
School Staff
Please call the school office at (513) 381-2126. • Ms. Ashley Toney: Principal (ext. 18) • Sr. Miriam Kaeser, OSF:
Administrative Coach • Ms. Mary Beth Knight: Testing
Coordinator/Grants (ext. 32) • Mr. Tom Haber: Business Manager
(ext. 20)
Website
www.stjosephcincinnati.org
St. Vincent de Paul Weekly Reflection The Gospel today announces that the kingdom and
salvation are for all people. It is our persistent calling out
to Jesus and our faith that count, for Jesus always
responds. With love for your neighbors who have
nothing, look around your house to see what furniture,
household items, and clothing you no longer use…and give it to the Society of
St. Vincent de Paul. As a volunteer with SVDP, you can help others in a way that
will fit into your busy life. Vincentians are volunteers who are people just like you
from all walks of life—those who want to help their community by giving their
and talent for the greater good. Please call Robert or Felicia Johnson (513) 254-
0471) or Linda Knight (513-344-3907) for more information.
St. Joseph Catholic School Is Now Enrolling!
Serving pre-K through Grade 8 Scholarships available
but spots are filling quickly! Email: [email protected]
Or call (513) 381-2126 to enroll your child or learn more.
St. Joseph Catholic School 745 Ezzard Charles Drive
Cincinnati, Ohio 45203 Achieving Excellence...Serving Christ...Since 1847
The Archdiocese of Cincinnati is continuing the Live Streaming of Mass from the Cathedral of St. Peter in Chains, Monday through Friday at 7:00 AM, Saturday at 11:30 AM, Saturday Vigil at 4:30 PM, and Sundays at 11:00 AM.
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatholicCincinnati
• Website: https://www.stpeterinchainscathedral.org/
• For other streaming services and Catholic resources: https://
www.thecatholictelegraph.com/covid-19-catholic-resource-page/64290
Inspiration from The Catholic Telegraph:: Subscribe to The Daily Divina, a
beautiful way to start each day focused on praying with God’s word, and The Em-
ber, a weekly email with relevant, local, and inspiring content that will keep you up
to date on news that matters and help you connect your faith to daily life. Both
are free and sent to your email inbox. Sign up at https://
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Your Prayer Can Unite the World
Now, more than ever, the world needs Christians united in prayer. What might
happen if every Catholic in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati would pray just one minute
more than they already do, every day, for the specific intention of peace, justice and
goodwill? There’s no better time to start this life-changing habit Please: (1)
visit www.PrayAMinute.com to commit to praying one minute or more every day from
now until January 1 specifically for the intention of peace, justice and goodwill in our
country; and (2) share this opportunity for spiritual renewal with your friends and family
members and on your social media networks. United in prayer, we can change the world!
To view the video, Pray a Minute, please go to The Catholic Telegraph’s website at
https://www.thecatholictelegraph.com/pray-a-minute/68141
Parish and Community News
SJCC Events for the Week of August 16 Today at St. Joseph Catholic Church, we welcome you to our public
celebration of Sunday Masses at 9:00 and 11:00 AM, and on Thursday and Friday
weekday Masses at 12:30 PM. Various hygiene procedures have been put in place
for your health and safety. Please refer to the brochure on the ushers’ table about
returning to Mass for specific information about attending Mass and practicing
social distancing. Also, we will continue to offer live streaming of our Sunday
Masses on our website.
The Catholic faithful who reside in the Archdiocese and all other Catholics
continue to be dispensed from the obligation of attending Sunday Mass. Those
who are at risk or fearful that they or their family might become sick are
encouraged to stay home and join the Church by viewing live-streamed Masses.
Please go to catholiccincinnati.org for more information.
All parish events at St. Joseph continue suspended until further notice. The
WEEC&P continues to be closed. Please call the parish office if you need
assistance. (513) 381-4526.
Live Stream
Sunday Mass
from our Website:
www.stjosephcincinnati.org
Every Sunday at 11:00 AM
or watch the video at a later date.
Presenting
Senior Sundays
New Prospect
Church, 1580
Summit Road (45237), is pleased to
announce their Senior Sundays
program. This program will provide
free prepared meals for seniors age 55
and up. On a biweekly basis, until
Sunday, October 28, the church will be
offering prepared meals—through drive
through and pick up—from supporting
black caterers and restaurants at 2:00
PM until supplies last. Here are the
upcoming Sunday dates and
participants: August 23: Yasuke Bistro;
September 6: Mrs. Lori’s Soul Food;
September 20: The Huruma Kitchen;
October 4: Teranga; October 18: Just
Cooking.
This program is sponsored by a
Fifth Third Foundation grant. For
more information, please go to New
Prospect’s website:
www.NewProspectBaptist.org or call
513-721-2355.
Surviving Divorce
The eastside region of the Archdiocese is pleased to announce an exciting
new ministry that will bring hope and healing to those who have experienced the
pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. Surviving Divorce is for newly
separated and divorced individuals as well as those still struggling with issues
many years later. The fall session begins Tuesday, September 8, 2020, 7:00-8:30
PM. It will be held at St. Cecelia (classrooms to be assigned), 3105 Madison
Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 34209.
For more information or to register, contact Stephanie Ramsey at
[email protected] or 513.331.0358.
For more information about the program, please go to
www.catholicsdivorce.com.
YMCA Issues Statement
The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way the Y serves communities.
Beginning Saturday, August 1, 2020, the Y will temporarily suspend fitness
operations at the Carl H. Lindner facility and increase services critically needed in
the West End community, such as high quality childcare, pre-kindergarten and
welcoming new community partners at the site.
“For over 175 years, the Y has pivoted services to serve the current needs of
the community. We are doing that again. The Y is more than a place to just
work out; our mission to strengthen spirit, mind and body,” said YMCA of
Greater Cincinnati President and CEO Jorge Perez. “Since the pandemic began,
we have distributed 112,000 meals to those in need, provided essential workers
childcare and day camp to over 1,200 children, kept in contact with over 9,000
isolated seniors, worked with 4,500 at-risk students and kept 100,000 plus
individuals active with live and on demand programming they can access
anywhere.”
Perez said that members of the Carl H. Lindner YMCA can transfer their
membership to any Y in the city, including the nearby Central Parkway YMCA.
This is the second local YMCA that will serve as an Impact Center to serve the
individualized needs of the community where it is located. The Melrose YMCA
in East Walnut Hills is also a Community Impact Center, in partnership with a
variety of non-profits including Easter Seals and City Gospel Mission.
Spam Alert: Please note that Father
Rey’s email address and contacts have
been hacked. Someone is asking
individuals to support Father Rey, in
helping a woman who is a cancer
patient. They are asking individuals to
purchase $300 in I-tunes gift cards and
to take photos of these cards—and
then to email the gift card code number
off of the back of each gift card.
Please note that this is Spam! Father
Rey says he “prefers cash!’ “Let us keep
these individuals in our prayers. As we
all know, that the Devil is always busy,”
he said. Please call the parish office if
you have any questions.
Father of goodness and love, hear our prayers for the sick members of our
community and for all who are in need. Amid mental and physical suffering may
they find consolation in your healing presence. Show your mercy as you close
wounds, cure illness, make broken bodies whole and free downcast spirits. May
these special people find lasting health and deliverance, and so join us in thanking
you for all your gifts. We ask this through the Lord Jesus who healed those who
believed. Amen.
Hear Our Prayer
Prayer for Vocations
Almighty Father: You have created
for us some definite purpose. Grant
us the grace to know the path You
have planned for us in this life and
to respond with a generous “Yes.”
Make our archdiocese, parishes,
homes and hearts fruitful ground for
Your gift of vocations. May our
young people respond to Your call
with courage and zeal. Stir among
our men a desire and the strength to
be good and holy priests. Bless us
with consecrated religious and those
called to a chaste single life,
permanent deacons, and faithful
husbands and wives, who are a sign
of Christ’s love for His Church. We
commend our prayer for vocations
to You, Father, through the
intercession of Mary our Mother, in
the Holy Spirit, through Christ our
Lord. Amen.
Hospital/Nursing Home
Bodley, Harry: Oak Pavilion
Cheatham, Renee: Mercy West
Dixon, Elizabeth: Indian Springs
Dysart, Richard: Covenant Village
Hicks, Diana: Madeira Manor
Hogue, Bennie Judson Village
Hurst, Rev. Paul: Bayley Place
Knight, Melda: Hyde Park Health
Menefield (triplets) Good Samaritan
Meyers, Fr. Harry: Western Hill Ret.
Pass, Jeremiah: UC
Richards, Kathy: Judson Village
Royston, Patty: Clovernook
Smith, Essie: Pristine Senior
Prayer List Hill, Hestella,
Irby, Frances
Knight, Linda
Lampkin, Christopher
Menefield, Me’kyla
Metzler, Mary
Partee. Diane
Payne, Yolanda
Peters, Shirley
Riesenberg, Jerome H., Jr.
Rohan, Ned
Turner, Pam
Valentine-Love, Allison
Walton, Harvey
Weidner, Angela
Whitlow, Karen
Remembering Our Parish in Your Will As many of you know, every year St. Joseph receives
bequests from parishioners’ estates. We are most
appreciative for these generous gifts to our parish. Gifts
such as these help us to continue to share God’s word
through our various worship programs and ministries.
We are often asked how to make such a bequest, and it is very simple. When you
call or visit your attorney, discuss adding the following language to your will or
codicil: “0.00 or 0 % of estate to be distributed to St. Joseph Catholic Church, currently located
at 745 Ezzard Charles Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45203. If the church is not in existence at my
death, the distribution to it shall be made to the successor institution into which it was merged. If
there is no successor or merged institution, the bequest shall lapse.”
Homebound/ Sick-Shut-In
Charlton, Joseph
Coombs, Ophelia
Cure, Monica
Daniels, Larry
Freeman, George
Freihofer, Alex
Gibson, Mamie
Green, John
Jaeger, Pat
Mays-Magruder, Johnnie
Mays, Nanci
Metzler, Ron
Posey, Julie
Randolph, Mary Ann
Tubbs, Louise
“Zoom” Bible Study
is on a Summer Break
until September 14.
Donate to SJCC through your Amazon
purchases. SJCC will receive 0.5% of your
eligible purchases—-go to https://
smile.amazon.com/ch/31-0550833 for
more information, or call the parish office.
(513) 381-4526.
More Parish News
Wylie Gene Howell: An Extraordinary Life (February 7, 1950—July 13, 2020)
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on
there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will
give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing. 2
Timothy 4:7-8
God certainly smiled on us when he brought Mr. Wylie G. Howell to the
doors of St. Joseph Church over thirty years ago! Through his music and by
his steadfast example, he gave each of us the tools to live a better and more
purposeful life in service to the Lord. He was the true embodiment of what it
means to love the Lord, love his fellow man, and most importantly, to use his
earthly gifts to make the world a better, brighter, and more beautiful place. Of
course, he was one in million and irreplaceable in every sense of the word; yet
his story, his legacy, his music, and his brilliance will live on in our hearts as we
move forward in these challenging days.
In the spirit of preserving the special moments of his life, we would like you—his parish family, friends,
colleagues, and those whose lives have been touched through his musical gifts and generosity of spirit—to offer
your thoughts about this remarkable man. What he meant to you, what his music meant to you, how he helped you
or taught you, a wonderful moment in time spent with him, or photos are those reflections we would like you to
share with us. In this way, we can compile his life story beyond just dates and data, which we hope to collect for a
future memoir for us all. You may send your thoughts through (1) email at [email protected]; (2)
mail to the parish office at 745 Ezzard Charles Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio 45203; or (3) put your note in the
collection basket at church. Thank you for helping us with this endeavor. If you have any questions, please call the
parish office. (513) 381-4526.
Voting by Mail in Hamilton County
No more waiting in line at the polls! All Hamilton County voters have the opportunity
to vote from the convenience of their own homes. Have a voter registration form
mailed to you by calling the Hamilton County board of elections at 513-632-7000. or
go to https://votehamiltoncountyohio.gov/register/ to learn more about registration.
When voting my mail, you must provide identification. If you have a current valid
Ohio driver license or Ohio Identification card, you must provide that number (# contains two letters and six digits). If you
do not have either of those identification numbers, you must provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. If
you do not provide one of the above you must enclose with your Registration Form a copy of ONE of the following forms
of identification: (1) Current valid photo identification issued by the State of Ohio or Federal Government; (2) Military
Identification; (3) Any of the following (dated within last 12 months) documents that shows your name and current address:
Utility bill (includes gas, electric, phone, cell phone, water), Bank statement, Government check, PaycheckGovernment or
School document (other than notice of voter registration mailed by Board of Elections) .Note: A copy of one of above is necessary
ONLY if you do not provide your Ohio Driver License Number, Ohio State Identification Number, or last 4 digits of Social Security Number on
your Registration/Update Form.
If you meet ALL the following requirements, you are qualified to register to vote in Ohio: (1)You are a citizen of
the United States;(2)You will be at least 18 years old on or before the day of the next general election (the election held every
November is the general election), (3)You will be a resident of Ohio for at least 30 days immediately before the election in
which you want to vote; (4)You are not incarcerated (in prison or jail) for a felony conviction under the laws of this state,
another state, or the United States; (5)You have not been declared incompetent for voting purposes by a probate court; (6)
You have not been permanently disenfranchised for violating the election laws.
Deadline for all voter registration options is 30 days prior to an election. Therefore, the deadline to register in the state
of Ohio is Monday, October 5. Early voting begins October 6. The general election is November 3, 2020.
