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ST. JOSEPH PARISH 11045 St. Joseph Blvd. , Mantua OH 44255
Parish Office 330-274-2253 / Fx 330-274-2254 PSR Office 330-274-2268
www.stjosephmantua.com www.facebook.com/stjosephmantua
PARISH STAFF & SUPPORT
Rev. Edward Stafford Pastor
Deacon Gerry Scopilliti Permanent Deacon
Sr. Joyce Schreiber, SND Pastoral Associate
Margaret Haney Director of Religious Education
Bill Davies Music Minister
Lydia Kulesza Pianist
Kathi Trares Parish Secretary
Cindy Clark Business Office Manager
Cindy Olesh Ox Roast Fair Financial Secretary
(Volunteer)
Mary Ann Feddor Sacristan (Volunteer)
Dan Nuti Janitor
Greg D’Aurelio, John Kruis & Don Engelhart
Maintenance Ministry Crew Heads (Volunteers)
LITURGY SCHEDULE
SATURDAY 5:00 p.m.
SUNDAY 9:00 a.m.
WEEKDAY 8:00 a.m. Tues. & Thur.
HOLY DAYS & SPECIAL LITURGIES (please refer to bulletin)
RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION) Saturdays 4:00-4:30 p.m.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION First Friday 7:00-9:00 p.m.
HOLY ROSARY Saturdays 4:15 p.m.
Proud Home of the
Ox Roast Fair
PRAY ALWAYS? HOW? Today we have two examples that can help us reflect on what it means to pray always. The first is Moses, holding his arms up so that the Israelites will have the better of the battle. This is a common posture for prayer in the ancient world, and the Bible is full of references to one’s lifting up hands (and arms) in prayer. The second example is from the parable Jesus uses to demonstrate the principle of praying always: the widow who persistently pestered a judge from whom she demanded justice. Moses’s prayer is a continuous movement extended over a period of time; the widow’s petition is repeated at frequent intervals over time. The Church’s rich tradition of prayer sets before us examples of both kinds of prayer. © J. S. Paluch Co.
SYMPATHY We extend our sympathy to the family and friends of Kathleen Berish, mother of David, who recently passed away. May our Lord comfort this family in their time of mourning and may Kathy experience the everlasting life which Jesus promised. LITURGICAL MINISTER SCHEDULE—10/26-27
5:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. ALTAR SERVERS S. Roosa M. Kotkowski C. Gross
LECTORS A. Powers M. Fratus A. Brunton D. Engelhart
EUCH. MIN. K. Gray B. Fathauer R. Fathauer T. Norden T. Gross C. Kotkowski J. Seljan C. Sherbondy
CLOW M. Ward-Clayton MASS SET-UP Staff S. Zwolinski CLEANERS C. Vanek
STEWARDSHIP WAY OF LIFE SUNDAY COLLECTION (10/13): $5,130.00 ONLINE GIVING (10/13): $1,431.52 WEEKLY AMOUNT NEEDED: $6,125.00 OVER/UNDER: +$ 436.82 # OF ENVELOPES & ONLINE: 140 (of 408) STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT It is not always convenient to be a good steward, especially when all the temptations of our busy and materialistic world get in the way. Now add our own pride and ego into the equation and living a stewardship lifestyle may be downright uncomfortable! Remember, God didn’t call us to be comfortable. He called us to be faithful.
LITURGIES FOR THE WEEK Sun. 9:00 a.m. Mass .... Bill & Rose Sontag 11:00 a.m. Rosary w/PSR Mon. No Liturgy Tues. 8:00 a.m. Mass .... Rudy Wojtecki Wed. 8:00 a.m. Mass @ St. Ambrose Thur. 8:00 a.m. Mass .... Ruth Murawski Fri. 8:00 a.m. Mass @ St. Ambrose Sat. 4:00-4:30 p.m. Reconciliation 4:15 p.m. Rosary 5:00 p.m. Mass .... Andrew & Jean Skall Sun. 9:00 a.m. Mass .... Chuck & Mickee Hawkins
TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Although the hours of daylight are rapidly dwindling, many people would say that these October days bring the year’s most splendid weather. Americans are riders and joggers, not strollers, and so the pleasures of the season are often lost on us. This is not the case with many Jewish people, who observe an ancient rule in walking to synagogue on the Sabbath. On city streets and suburban sidewalks in many cities, we may notice around sunset the nicely dressed families walking and chatting on Friday afternoon. After a short prayer at dusk, the families stroll home again for a relaxing and festive meal. They return to synagogue in the morning, and then spend an afternoon in family leisure until three stars appear in the night sky and Sabbath ends. Catholics, on the other hand, pile into the car and drive even a short distance to Mass; some even divide the family to participate at different hours. For Jews, the leisurely walk marks a dividing line between hectic life commitments and a day of abundant joy and enrichment. Before we became an automobile culture, Catholics embraced a similar pace, and in most places walked to church. These lovely days of fall invite us to tap into an old and life-giving tradition. If you live within a mile of your church, walk next week. If you must drive, park at a good distance and walk the rest of the way. Talk about your life, greet strangers, notice the crunch of leaves under your shoes. You may be surprised at how different Sunday Mass feels when it is framed by leisure!
—Rev. James Field, © J. S. Paluch Co.
Mon: Rom 4:20-25; Lk 1:69-75; Lk 12:13-21 Tues: Rom 5:12, 15b, 17-19, 20b-21; Ps 40:7-10, 17; Lk 12:35-38 Wed: Rom 6:12-18; Ps 124:1b-8; Lk 12:39-48 Thur: Rom 6:19-23; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 12:49-53 Fri: Rom 7:18-25a; Ps 119:66, 68, 76-77, 93-94; Lk 12:54-59 Sat: Rom 8:1-11; Ps 24:1b-4ab, 5-6; Lk 13:1-9 To Prepare For Next Weekend’s Mass . . . Sun: Sir 35:12-14, 16-18; Ps 34:2-3, 17-19, 23; 2 Tm 4:6-8, 16-18; Lk 18:9-14
THIS WEEK’S READINGS
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PRAYER INTENTIONS Let us prayer for our sick and homebound. In particular, please remember in prayer:
Tim Holka Hilda Keller Ken Boehnlein Ron Nader Georgia Poe McIntyre Phil Conti Ronnie Kasovich Robert Anderson Cindy Mason Betty Jean Stevens Loretta Brugmann Susan Gross Kathy Fejes Tom & Pat Smith Joe Casalicchio Nancy Richards Kyle Painley Bishop Murry Janice Rendina Dolores Wenberg Laurie Buxa Joyce Cavanaugh
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Each October during Respect Life Month, the U.S Conference of Catholic Bishops launches a new cycle of the Respect Life Program—a year-round, nationwide effort to help Catholics understand, value, and help cultivate respect for human life from conception to natural death.
“Respect for life requires that science and technology should always be at the service of man and his integral development. Society as a whole must respect, defend and promote the dignity of every human person, at every moment and in every condition of that person's life.” (Evangelium Vitae)
--St. John Paul II
BOOK OF LIFE Throughout the month of October our Book of Life is available for you to add the names of loved ones who have passed away. All deceased of the parish and our families will be remembered throughout the month of November at our celebrations.
FIRST STEP FOR CHANGE T h i s m o n t h w e participate in First Step for Change, a project sponsored by Catholic Charities to collect money in order to assist
low-income pregnant women and families with food, formula, clothing diapers and other items essential to a child’s health, safety and well-being. Families interested in participating in First Step for Change are asked to use the envelope inserted in the Oct. 5/6 bulletin or use the baby bottle received through PSR. We will have a second collection the weekend of October 26/27. This is also when we will collect the baby bottles from our PSR students. All money collected by our parish will help to meet local needs.
PROGRAM ON END OF LIFE ISSUES What is Assisted Suicide?
What’s going on in Ohio?
Can the “Right to Die become a Duty to Die?”
What is an Advance Directive for Medical Care?
What are ordinary and extraordinary means?
Can we ever discontinue food and fluids?
What is the Church’s teaching on End of Life Care? Come join us on Tuesday, October 29, at 7:00 p.m. in the Captain’s Cabin at St. Patrick Church in Kent or on Sunday, November 6, at 3:00 p.m. in the Immaculate Conception Hall, 251 W. Spruce St. in Ravenna. Denise Leopold, Executive Director, Northeast Ohio Right to Life, will be the main speaker at both events. Each event will have a parish priest and an attorney present to answer questions. Pertinent handouts and pamphlets will also be available. Please participate in this important and timely discussion. Questions? Please call Annamarie at 330-673-2715 or 330-903-7476.
A PROGRAM OF HELP DURING GRIEVING St. Joseph Parish will offer the bereavement program, Seasons of Hope, in November and December. Seasons uses a scripture-based reflection booklet over six weekly sessions. If you wonder whether this program might help you, please contact Sr. Joyce (330-274-2253). Registration required by Monday, October 21. The first Session is Wednesday, November 6, at 1:00 p.m. in the All-Purpose Room.
HOLY MARRIAGE, HAPPY MARRIAGE! Dan Dematte, co-author of “Three Secrets to Holiness in Marriage,” will be speaking on Sunday evening, October 27, at 6:00 p.m. in the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Social Hall, 343 Via Mt. Carmel, Youngstown starting with a simple supper of Pizza & Salad. This is a free event co-sponsored by Men & Women United for Life and the Office of Pro-Life, Marriage and Family Life. Donations accepted. Babysitting available for those making reservations by October 21. Contact [email protected] or 330-744-8451 ext.272.
REACHING OUT TO VETERANS Anyone who has a family member of St. Joe's that is currently serving or has served in the military is asked to please submit their names and addresses to Angie Daczko ([email protected] or text 216-272-1506) by October 31. St. Joseph Cares would like to reach out to them. FAITHFUL TO THE CALLING “Beloved: Remain faithful to what you have learned and believed.” Is St. Paul’s exhortation to remain faithful calling you to teach the word of God as a priest, deacon, religious sister or brother? Please contact Fr. Christopher Luoni at 330-744-8451 or [email protected]. SENIOR CITIZEN THANKSGIVING DINNER
The 2019 Mantua Knights of Columbus Senior Citizen Thanksgiving Dinner will be held on Sunday, November 24, at 1:00 p.m. This year's theme is 1980 's . The
reservation line will open on November 1st. Please call 330-274-4295 (new number) and leave a message with your name, phone number, and how many will be in your party. This free dinner will be held at the Mantua Knights of Columbus Sentinel Party Center, 11845 St. Rt. 44, Mantua. Reservations are first come, first served. “AM I MY BROTHER’S KEEPER?” SPEAKER SERIES CONTINUES Presented by the Portage County Catholic Pastoral Ministers Association, the Tuesday, November 12, 6:00–8:00 p.m. session is titled: “An Eyewitness Account”. Our presenter is Laura Perkins who works with the Pittsburgh-based Casa San Jose as an Emergency Response Organizer. Working with her clients Laura responds to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detentions and their consequences. At Casa San Jose they support and advocate for Latino communities on issues related to local integration and self-sufficiency. Their aim is to promote a culture of acceptance where Latino immigrants are treated with dignity, respect, and kindness. She accompanies clients to ICE check-ins, and responds to many of the agency’s urgent needs. The event is held at “The Overlook” (formerly Twin Lakes Country Club) 1519 Overlook Rd, Kent, OH 44240. Tickets are available for $25.00 at any Portage County Parish. Included in the evening are the speaker's presentation and buffet dinner (cash bar). The last day to make your reservations is Tuesday, November 5. For tickets or more information, please contact the Parish Office (330-274-2253).
PSR REGISTRATIONS It isn’t too late to register your child for PSR. Please call the PSR office (330)274-2268 or come to the PSR Office on Sunday morning before class begins.
CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD The Children’s Liturgy of the Word program is looking for volunteers to lead the weekly CLOW sessions. If you are in high school or older, want to learn more about the Bible, and like working with kids, this could be for you! If you have interested in training for this ministry or want more info., contact Peg Haney.
SCHEDULE CHANGE – CONFIRMATION PARENTS MEETING The Confirmation Parents meeting time has changed to Thursday, October 24, at 7:00 p.m. in the All-Purpose Room (meeting room between hallway & church Narthex). Please spread the word of the time change. We will be discussing the sacrament of Confirmation and preparing for the Blessing of the Bibles on November 3.
FAITH [IS GREATER THAN] FEAR: A RETREAT FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Focused on Living a Faithful Life Through Fearful Times
St. Peter of the Fields Church in Rootstown is hosting an overnight retreat for interested High School students beginning on Saturday, November 9, through Sunday, November 10. The speakers include Erin Clark from LINC Worldwide and Michelle May, youth minister at St. Louis Parish in Louisville, Ohio. Overnight accommodations are provided and will be chaperoned. See the poster and/or handouts in the school hallway for details.
QUESTIONS? Please contact Peg Haney (330-274-2268 or [email protected])
PARISH HALLOWEEN DANCE We had so much fun at last year’s Parish Halloween Dance that we’re doing it again! Everyone is invited to join us on Saturday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m. in Hughes Hall. Bring your favorite dish to share! Costumes are encouraged! For more information, please contact Lori Duriak (330-274-1037) or Deacon Gerry (330-569-4795).
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Sun. ~ World Mission Sunday Collection Weekend ~ 9:00 a.m. ..................... Mass (Church) At Mass ........................ CLOW (Rm. #1) 10:00-11:30 a.m. ......... PSR Classes (School Bldg.) 10:00-10:40 a.m. ......... Altar Server Training (Church) After Mass ................... Appalachian Exper. Bake Sale (Narthex) After Mass ................... BSA Wreath Sales (Narthex) 12:00-3:00 p.m. ........... Eagle Court of Honor (Church/Hall) 1:00-3:00 p.m. ............. Scout Relig. Award Class (Scout Rm.) Mon. 7:00-8:00 p.m. ............. Cub Scout Den Mtgs. (Classrooms) 7:30 p.m. ...................... Knights of Columbus Mtg. (K of C) Tues. 10:00-11:30 a.m. ......... Bible Study (PC) 7:00 p.m. ...................... Scouts BSA Mtgs. (Hall) Wed. 4:30-6:30 p.m. ............. Remembrance Band Rehearsal (Rm. #10) 7:00 p.m. ...................... Men of St. Joseph Mtg. (Rm. #9) 8:00 p.m. ...................... AA Mtg. (Hall) Thur. 7:00 p.m. ...................... Confirmation Parents’ Mtg. (Hall) 7:00 p.m. ...................... Music/Choir Rehearsal (Rm. #3) 8:00 p.m. ...................... Son Rise Singers (Church) Fri. Sat. 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. .. Mantua Soccer Assoc. Games (Fields) 4:00-4:30 p.m. ............. Reconciliation (Church) 4:15 p.m. ...................... Rosary (Church) 5:00 p.m. ...................... Mass (Church) After Mass ................... Christmas Boutique Raffle Sales (Narthex) After Mass ................... BSA Wreath Sales (Narthex) 6:30 p.m. ...................... Parish Halloween Dance (Hall) Sun. ~ First Step for Change Collection Weekend ~ 9:00 a.m. ..................... Mass (Church) At Mass ........................ CLOW (Rm. #1) After Mass ................... Christmas Boutique Raffle Sales (Narthex) After Mass ................... BSA Wreath Sales (Narthex) 10:00-11:30 a.m. ......... PSR Classes (School Bldg.) 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. .. Free Community Meal (Hall) 1:00-3:00 p.m. ............. Scout Relig. Award Class (Scout Rm.)
WORLD MISSION SUNDAY Your ongoing support of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith is vital to the missionaries serving in 1,111 dioceses throughout Asia, Africa, parts of Latin America and Europe, and on the Islands of the Pacific. Your generosity makes it possible for local priests, religious, and catechists to reach out to communities, families and children in desperate need, bringing the light of Christ to the darkest of circumstances. The World Mission Sunday celebration highlights the outreach of local churches through priests, religious and laity among the poor and marginalized half a world away. Life-changing help is provided to mission churches in territories covering more than half the globe. FRAGRANT FORGIVENESS Forgiveness is the fragrance a violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it. —Mark Twain BSA HOLIDAY WREATH SALES
Boy Scout Troop #575 will be taking orders for their holiday wreaths. Look for them in the Narthex the weekends of October 19/20 & 26/27. Sale is a pre-pay sale—cash, check or credit card. Funds raised help with their troop’s expenses. Your support is most appreciated.
~ For the Week of Oct. 20-27 ~
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FREE COMMUNITY MEALS IN THE AREA
SUNDAYS: St Joseph Church, Mantua Serves: Last Sun. Oct.-Apr., 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. (10/27, 1/26, 2/23, 4/26)
MONDAYS THRU FRIDAYS: Center of Hope, 1034 W. Main St., Ravenna Serve Lunch: Weekdays, 11:30-12:15 p.m.
MONDAYS: Christ Lutheran Church, 10827 Main St., Mantua Serves: 3rd Mon. of month, 5:00–6:30 p.m.
TUESDAYS: Windham Congregational Church (Brick Chapel), 9003 N. Main St., Windham Serves: 2nd Tues. of month, 5:00–6:30 p.m.
Covenant Bible Church, 8146 High St., G’ville Serves: 3rd Tues. of month, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Streetsboro United Methodist, 8940 S.R. 43 Serves: 4th Tues. of month, 5:00–6:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAYS: Lake Brady United Methodist Church, 1994 Brady Lake Rd., Kent Serves: 3rd Wed. of month, 5:30–7:00 p.m.
THURSDAYS: Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 S. R. 82 (Corner of S.R. 82 and Mantua Center Rd.) Serves: Last Thur. of month, 5:00-6:30 p.m.
SATURDAYS: First UM Church, 263 S. Prospect St., Ravenna Serves Lunch: Every Sat., 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
FREE COMMUNITY MEALS
Our first Free Community Meal of this PSR year is on Sunday, October 27, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Hughes Hall. If you haven't been to a Meal before, please join us for good food and fellowship. This month’s meal will be made by the Safko family and served by PSR’s 3rd & 4th graders. Our goal is to provide a nutritious meal and fellowship to those in need. Please join us for food and fellowship.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DO MORE . . . Please contact Peg Haney (330-274-2268 or [email protected]).
