Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time October 30, 2016

RECTORY

Rev. Norman K. Douglas, Pastor Rev. Joseph H. Kraker, Pastor Emeritus Deacon Bob Bender, Pastoral Minister Connie Pacanovsky, Business Manager Peggy Wellemeyer, Office Manager Ellen Dies, Coordinator of Parish Faith Formation Nancy Daley, Music Director

Marimargaret Roberts, Office Staff

Phone: .............................. 330-535-3135 Fax: .................................. 234-571-2919 Web Site: www.stvincentchurch.com Office Hours: Mon-Fri : 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ST. VINCENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mrs. Maria Meeker, Principal Mrs. Laurie Belair, Secretary Phone: .............................. 330-762-5912 Address: 17 S. Maple St., Akron, OH 44303

PSR Mrs. Ellen Dies, Principal, 330-864-5484

Bulletin Deadline: 10 a.m. Monday in Writing

MASSES: Saturday Vigil: 5 p.m. • Sunday: 8:30 and 11 a.m. Weekdays: 6:30 a.m. Holy Days: 6:30 a.m., 9 a.m., and 5:30 p.m. CONFESSIONS: Saturday: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Thursday before First Friday: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Parish Registration: New Parishioners are most welcome and should register at the rectory as soon as possible. If moving out of the parish, please notify the rectory. Baptisms: It is necessary that parents attend a Baptism Preparation Program before the Baptism of their first child. Baptism Preparation classes can be completed at either St. Hilary (Beth Rado, 330-867-1055) or at St. Sebastian (Cathy Sivec 330-836-2233 ext. 134 or sivecc@stsebastian.org). Call either parish for times and regis-tration details. Proof of attendance should be presented to St. Vincent Church prior to the baptism. Please call the rectory to schedule baptisms. Baptisms are sched-uled for the 2nd/4th Sundays of the month after 11 a.m. Mass (12:30 p.m.) Marriages: Couples intending to marry should call at the rectory at least SIX MONTHS prior to the marriage. It is required to have copies of Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation records if these sacraments are not received at St. Vincent. Wedding times on Saturday are at 2 PM. Parish School of Religion (PSR) Pre-School - 8th: Classes are September through May. Classes are held in St. Vincent Grade School on Sundays from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (Convert Classes): Classes begin in September: For information, call 330-535-3135. Hospital/Sick/Shut-in Visitation: Please notify the Rectory when a parishioner is hospitalized, shut-in, or ill. Funerals: Please notify a Priest as soon as possible regarding arrangements, either personally or through the funeral director.

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COLLECTION FOR October 23, 2016

Thank you!

Collection……………………………………………...$7,509.76 Children’s Envelopes……………………………...$ 51.30 E-Give…….…………………………………………….$2,840.75 World Mission………………………………………..$1,050.00

SATURDAY, October 29 * Vigil/Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time 5:00 Marcellus Hricko SUNDAY, October 30* Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:30 Living and Deceased Members of the Ametrano and DeAbreu families 11:00 Richard Urdiales and Family MONDAY, October 31 * Weekday 6:30 a.m. Special Intentions NO VIGIL MASS TUESDAY, November 1 * All Saints Day 6:30 Willard & Gladys Malloy 9:00 Barbara Leonard 5:30 Mary Bonomo Poland WEDNESDAY, November 2 * All Souls Day 6:30 Robert E. Fulkerson THURSDAY, November 3 * St. Martin de Porres 6:30 Lucille DiSalvo FRIDAY, November 4 * First Friday * St. Charles Borromeo, Bishop 6:30 Rev. Thomas Corrigan 8:15 For all our priests and for priestly vocations SATURDAY, November 5 * Vigil/ Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 5:00 Cornelius & Alice Lusardi SUNDAY, November 6 * Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:30 Willard “Bill” Maloy, Jr. 11:00 Living & Deceased members of the Dobo, Estadt, and Harka Families

MASSES READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: Phil 2:1-4; Ps 131:1bcde-3; Lk 14:12-14 Tuesday: Rv 7:2-4, 9-14; Ps 24:1-6; 1 Jn 3:1-3; Mt 5:1-12a Wednesday: Wis 3:1-9; Ps 23:1-6; Rom 5:5-11 or 6:3-9; Jn 6:37- 40, or any readings from no. 668 or from Masses for the Dead, nos. 1011-1016 Thursday: Phil 3:3-8a; Ps 105:2-7; Lk 15:1-10 Friday: Phil 3:17 -- 4:1; Ps 122:1-5; Lk 16:1-8 Saturday: Phil 4:10-19; Ps 112:1b-2, 5-6, 8a, 9; Lk 16:9-15 Sunday: 2 Mc 7:1-2, 9-14; Ps 17:1, 5-6, 8, 15; 2 Thes 2:16 -- 3:5; Lk 20:27-38 [27, 34-38]

THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME October 30, 2016

The LORD lifts up all who are falling and raises up all who are bowed down. -- Psalm 145:14

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION The recent "October count" tracking the statistics of participation at Sunday Mass calls to mind the situations of churches where it is difficult or impossible for Catholics to worship freely. This is especially striking in English Catholic history, as freedom of worship was systematically dismantled at the time of the Reformation. It seems that most English people retained deeply Catholic sympathies throughout the period of religious upheaval. Catholics who refused to participate in the public worship of the Church of England were called "recusants," and beginning with the reign of Elizabeth I, they were subject to strict penalties. Recusant literally means "a person refusing to obey a command." Most of those laws were in force until the early 1800s, and Catholics were not entirely emancipated from the duty of Anglican worship until 1829. Recusants paid heavy fines for not attending the state church. Holding on to Catholic faith was therefore a luxury of the very rich, who maintained private chapels, and sent their daughters and sons to English convents and monastery schools on the continent. Remarkably, the first among all British peers, the Dukes of Norfolk, the hereditary Earls Marshal of England, have never given up their Catholic faith. Many of these wealthy recusant families founded the colony of Maryland, and later many members of the old Catholic families continued on to the Kentucky frontier in search of greater religious freedom. --Rev. James Field, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co

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A NOTE FROM OUR PASTOR

Elsewhere in this bulletin you will see a reminder that Eucharistic adoration has begun again here at St. Vincent. Every first Saturday of the month (which is next Saturday, November 5), 9 am – Noon, we will

have the Eucharistic presence of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on the altar. When I became Catholic 51 years ago, I was deeply inspired by the awesome Catholic Christian belief that Jesus Christ is really present in Eucharist to nourish our deepest hunger for a Divine Love that is unconditional, ever present, and everlasting. I came to appreciate the spiritual practice of making a “Holy Hour” before the Eucharistic Christ as a way of being more mindful of and open to his transforming love. Today more than ever we need to be centered in the reality of Christ as the center point and still point of our lives. Our Lord wants to give us the strength, guidance, peace, and joy that is the deepest source of human fulfillment. We have an additional opportunity to offer him praise and thanks for giving us his life totally and for showing us how much he wants to be a part of us. Consider coming for one hour on first Saturday mornings to pray in a way that helps you to be more conscious of the real presence of Jesus in your overall life. The fact that we are all very busy should lead us even more to be intentional about going deeper in prayer. If you would like more information about this wonderful spiritual opportunity or would like to sign up for a specific hour, possibly on a monthly basis, please contact Kerri Schneider at 267-234-4898 or Kerrimik@yahoo.com.

********************* PLEASE NOTE - NEW DATES!!

Heritage and Hopes Follow-up

Our conversation on ways we can strengthen faith formation in our parish has been

rescheduled to Thursday, November 3, 7 pm, in the Scullen Room.

Our conversation focusing on ways we can strengthen our parish outreach has been

rescheduled for Wednesday, November 16, 7 pm, in the Scullen Room.

FAMILY PERSPECTIVES Zacchaeus went out of his way to get a better look at Jesus. This changed his life. To his surprise, Jesus invited himself over to become more acquainted. He changed from being

a selfish taker to being a generous giver.

When families take time to know one another better, Jesus reveals himself more clearly and can heal problems and relationships. Take another look at family members and relationships. People change. So can you!

DISCIPLES FOR THE DYING

The next First Friday Mass will be at St. Sebastian on November 4, at 5 pm. The schedule is as follows: St Bernard, December 2, 12:10 pm St Vincent, January 6, 2017, 6:30 am All are welcome!

On this Priesthood Sunday we gratefully reflect on the gift of the priesthood for the Church and for those men who have generously responded to this vocation. Pray that the Holy Spirit may inspire more men to discern and respond to the ministry of Priesthood.

Thank you, Fr. Norm!

IMMEDIATE OPENING! St. Vincent Parish is seeking a Director of Maintenance for our parish facilities. This candidate supervises all janitorial, grounds and maintenance staff, and inspects and evaluates the physical condition of all parish facilities for cleanliness, needed repairs, and potential concerns. For a full job description, contact Business Manager, Connie Pacanovsky, at Connie@StVincentChurch.com.

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Topics for October Sunday, October 30th - Church

Topics for November Sunday, November 6 - Tour of the church

Sunday, November 13 - Grace and Sacraments Sunday, November 20 - Liturgy/Eucharist

9:45 - 10:45 a.m. - Scullen Room

This is a parish journey. While we would love to see you every Sunday morning, we realize that this is not always possible. The door is always open to explore your faith.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY TODAY

St. Vincent de Paul is once again serving dinner for the poor and homeless at St. Bernard’s Church TODAY at 4.

You can help with this event by donating money in the regular collections marked “HOT MEALS” or volunteer to serve the meal from 4-7 p.m. You must be 14 or older to serve the meal and must be accompanied by a parent if it is your first time. Contact Marimargaret Roberts at 330-608-8930 or Beth Waller at 330-256-7919 to sign up to volunteer or with questions.

WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER

Looking for a romantic get-away weekend? A WWME weekend is a great opportunity! At a Worldwide Marriage Encounter, the original and continually updated marriage enrichment program, you get away from the distractions of everyday life and focus on your spouse. Celebrate the gift of love GOD has given you in one another and learn more communication techniques of a CHRIST-centered marriage filled with romance and intimacy. The next opportunity is November 11-13 at the Clarion Inn in Hudson, Ohio. Applications for a Marriage Encounter Weekend and further information are available online: GreatMarriagesOhio.org or call 330-305-9963.

HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Join with others to help find healing and hope for the holiday season at “Hope for the Holidays,” a workshop for those grieving the death of loved one. The workshop will be held in the Parish Center of Our Lady of Victory Church from 7 to 9 pm on Tuesday, November 15th, 2016. For more information or to register, please call OLV at 330-633-3672. Bring a friend and join us.

Next week our parish will take up the collection for the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA (AMS). The AMS relies solely on private donors in support of its mission, “Serving those who serve” and its ministry to provide the same pastoral care and services to Catholics serving in the United States Armed Forces, enrolled in U.S. Military Academies, undergoing treatment at any of the 153 Department of Veterans Affairs’ Medical Centers, working in civilian jobs for the federal government beyond U.S. borders, and the families of these populations, as does any other Catholic diocese. There will be envelopes in the pews. While the salaries and retirement of Catholic military chaplains are paid for by the U.S. Government, the AMS receives no funding from government or the military for its programs and services, including the co-Sponsored Seminarian Program, which provides priests for home dioceses and for the military chaplaincy. To learn more about the AMS go to www.milarch.org/nationalcollection.

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HOBAN HAPPENINGS Open House

Archbishop Hoban High School invites all interested students and their families to join us for Open House on Wednesday, November 9, from 6 - 8 pm. Tour the school, meet our faculty, staff, students, coaches, and alumni and learn more about a Holy Cross education. Visit our new Center for Spiritual Formation and Health & Fitness Center.

Scholarship/Placement Test Archbishop Hoban High School will administer a Scholarship/Placement test to 8th grade students on Saturday, November 5. Testing will begin at 8:30 a.m. Students may pre-register by calling the admissions office at 330-849-2149 or register at www.hoban.org. There is a $20 test fee. Parent Information session offered on all test dates. For more information about either of these events, contact Director of Admissions, Katy Karg, at 330-849-2149 or kargk@hoban.org.

WALSH JESUIT OPEN HOUSE Your family is cordially invited to meet our administration, faculty, coaches, and students to learn more about our college preparatory Jesuit

education that challenges our students to be Men and Women for Others. Visit Walsh Jesuit at our Open House Wednesday, November 2nd, from 6 – 8 pm. No reservations are required! Please visit our admissions page at www.walshjesuit.org For additional questions, please contact Mr. Rob Eubank ’85, Director of Admissions, at 330.929.4205, ext 103.

CYO HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENTS WANTED

Want to make some extra money! The Diocese of Cleveland CYO is seeking high school and college students to learn to become officials for basketball for teams in grades 1‐5. Games are held on Saturdays and Sundays in the winter beginning December 3 – February 4. CYO will conduct trainings in October & November at various locations. Officials will be paid between $12‐$15 a game to officiate. To register, please visit: www.dioceseofclevelandcyo.org for more information. If you have any questions, please contact Vic at the CYO office, 330-379-3636 ext. 16 or e‐mail vrosato@ccdocle.org.

REMEMBER ME

How often do you get to spend alone time with God? Just think about it - no phone, tablet, or other distractions; just you and our Heavenly Father, together in prayer. He understands our body’s need for rest, our mind’s need for peace, and our soul’s need to be close to Him.

COME AND SPEND TIME WITH THE LORD.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 9 am - Noon.

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Tests Saturday, November 12th – 8:30 a.m. - Noon

(scholarship/placement) Saturday, November 12th – 1 - 4:30 p.m.

(scholarship/placement) Saturday, December 3rd – 8:30 a.m. - Noon

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Open House Thursday, November 3rd – 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Register at stvm.com. Questions? Contact Director of Admissions,

Mrs. Joanne Coletta (V69) Wiseman, at jwiseman@stvm.com or 330-253-9113 x115.

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Be your Best… Be IRISH!

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY - THANK YOU! Your prayers and financial support last week on World Mission Sunday supports the priests, religious sisters and brothers, and lay catechists who provide loving service to those in need around the world.

Thank you for your generosity!

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ST. VINCENT de PAUL AUXILIARY It is that time of the year when we give thanks for the people in our lives and for gifts received - let's consider sharing our bounty with others! The St. Vincent de Paul Society has requests coming from the elderly, from families, and from troubled people asking for food for Thanksgiving. In the past, these requests numbered from 50 to 60. We are asking our parishioners, our grade school and high school, and Hoban High to help us fill 200 plus bags of food to help make their holiday a little nicer. You have already made a difference in peoples' lives and we receive many heartfelt thanks for your thoughtfulness so let us continue the work of the 'patron saint of the poor' - St Vincent de Paul - and open our hearts to our neighbors in need. We are collecting special holiday foods like canned pumpkin, sweet potato, cranberries and stuffing mix. Also cake mixes, frosting and fruit. Staples like cereal, soups, pasta and peanut butter are needed. We appreciate each and every offering you make! St Vincent de Paul Auxiliary

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