St. Bernadette Catholic Church
1343 Wheeling Road
Lancaster, Ohio   43130
 
Tel:  740-654-1893
Fax:  740-687-5926
 

 
 

 

Weekly Bulletin
April 6, 2008

 


Bulletin Deadline:   Monday, 12:00 Noon.

Third Sunday of Easter

      Faith can be Intimidating.   Some of our saints - heroes of the faith - have been asked to give the greatest sacrifice for God: they have been martyred.   Giving your life is a strong indicator of genuine faith.   As the Church of the early centuries grew, often it was out of seed - the blood - of the martyrs, that new faith was created.
      In a culture where comfort is common, where believing is legal, is faith easy or hard?   We have the time, the luxury, to find competition for our faith.   We have other ways to fill our time, alternative ways to look at what is important.   We can distract ourselves if we choose.
      Instead of the dramatic choice of apostasy or death, our choices are more subtle.   We can give our lives in smaller steps.   We can inch our way toward attractions nearby, many of them noble and good.   We can seek God.   Peter says we are sojourners, we are ransomed.   We are left here to make something of our time.
      On the very day of the resurrection, two disciples left the city and headed for a village called Emmaus.   They were trying to piece together what the loss of Jesus and the rumors of his "return" could mean.   They met a stranger who connected them to their Scriptures and their experiences.   He set their hearts of fire, but they still could not make sense of what they were hoping for.   So he stayed with them.   They could not yet recognize him, but he stayed with them.
      Disciples who struggle to make sense of God's calling are not wasting their time.   Slogging through the modern distractions and temptations is not glamorous.   Walking, worrying, asking, not getting it...God can use all of this.   The two disciples asked the stranger to stay with them.   When he broke bread, their eyes lit up.   Then they retraced their steps and found the other disciples.

Dan Finucane      


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We Welcome New Members:   For Parish Registration, please fill a Form for Registration/Information Changes, available in the lobbies of the Church and School and return it in the mail to our Church Office or place in the collection basket on the weekend.   Also available we have a list of our Parish Ministries.   Please take one.
Parishioner: If you have any changes (members, address, phone no., etc.), please fill out a Form for Registration/Information Changes and place it in the collection basket on the weekend.   Please notify us if you are moving away.

Coming Events
  • Sunday, April 6   -   3rd Sunday of Easter
    • 8:40 am   First Communicants & families are asked to arrive at this time
    • 9:00 am   First Holy Communion Mass for Michael LoPresti   (Civiello)
    • 10:15 am   Parish School of Religion (P.S.R.)
    • 10:15 am   Confirmation in the Mary Good Center MPR
    • 11:30 am   Mass for Jack Blanchard   (DeFillippo)

  • Monday, April 7   -   John Baptist de la Salle, priest
    • Fr. Walter on vacation this week.   Fr. Ron Arter is Mass celebrant
    • 8:00 am   Mass for Michael LoPresti   (Family)

  • Tuesday, April 8
    • 8:00 am   Mass for James Thimmes - Anniversary of Death   (Family)
    • 10:00 am   Scripture Study with Sr. Nancy in the Mary Good Center MPR
    • 7:00 pm   Parish Council Meeting in the Mary Good Center MPR

  • Wednesday, April 9
    • 6:00 pm   Mass for Richard Foreman   (Dowell)
    • 7:00 pm   R.C.I.A. in the Mary Good Center MPR

  • Thursday, April 10
    • "Friends Forever" to St. Colman of Cloyne, Washington Court House.   Fr. Sullivan will have lunch.
    • 8:20 am   School Mass, Grade 1 for Ethel McCall   (Roush)

  • Friday, April 11
    • 8:00 am   Mass for World Peace

  • Saturday, April 12
    • 8:00 am   Mass
    • 8:30 am   Confessions
    • 3:30 pm   Confessions
    • 4:30 pm   Vigil Mass 4th Sunday of Easter for LaVerne Faulkner   (Frasure)

  • Sunday, April 13   -   4th Sunday of Easter
    • 9:00 am   Mass for Wilford & Loretta Beiter  (Family)
    • 10:15 am   Parish School of Religion (P.S.R.)
    • 10:30 am   Cantor Meeting in Church
    • 11:30 am   Mass for Saint Bernadette Parishioners
    • 4:00 pm   Dedication Concert for our New Organ with organist Charles Yanarella.   Free and open to the public.   A light reception will follow in the Parish Social Hall

Elections for Parish Council.   We are looking for individuals interested in serving on Parish Council for terms of one to three years beginning in August 2008.   Elections for three Council seats will be held May 17-18.   If you are interested in running for one of the open seats or wish more information about serving on Parish Council, please call Suzanne Wilkins at 215-0736.

With Praise and Thanksgiving to Almighty God, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Columbus Announces the Ordination of   Stanley Stash Lisska Dailey, David Anthony Schalk and Victor Ray Wesolowski to the Sacred Priesthood of our Lord Jesus Christ through the imposition of hands and the invocation of the Holy Spirit by His Excellency The Most Rev. Frederick F. Campbell, D.D., Ph.D. Bishop of Columbus.   Rite of Ordination on Sat., May 24, 2008 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Cathedral, 212 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH.   Light refreshments will be served following Mass in the undercroft of the Cathedral.

"Jottings" from Sister Nancy

      Someone once said to Miss Montana: "I didn't recognize you without your sash."   When we encounter a person out of context, we may not know them.   At some high school reunions everyone wears name tags with their yearbook pictures on them so others can tell who they are.   In today's Gospel story of the two disciples who did not recognize Jesus until the breaking of the bread, we can discover our own story.   In our life's journey, we may also not recognize Jesus.   There may come a day when we will wonder how we could have missed him.   The truth is that Jesus is present to us all the time.   In the last sentence of the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus reminds us: "I am with you always, until the end of the world."
Dick Folger, Preaching Resource, 3rd Sunday of Easter


Sr. Nancy, O.P.      

St. Bernadette Parish -- Celebrating God's Gifts

BAPTISM CONGRATULATIONS

      Luke Matthew Schmeltzer, son of Matthew & Mialee Schmeltzer, on Saturday, March 29 after the 4:30 pm Mass with Father James Walter.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEW CATHOLICS

      Dustin Rizer, Allison Solt, Shawn and Renee Short, Shawn McConnell, James Morrison and Dana Ortego-Nava.   Please keep them in prayer.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR
FIRST HOLY COMMUNICANTS
       
  Tyler Bevan Samuel Frazier Alexis Matheny
  Adyson Berkfield Isabel Frasure Emma Marcinko
  Tyler Bevan Samuel Frazier Alexis Matheny
  Sadie Blandford Shane Funk Braeden May
  Mark Bowman Kylee Guinan Marcie McGuire
  Riley Brill Ethan Henry Matthew Phillips
  Colin D'Amore Joshua Leach Carson Price
  Cullen Dennis Gabrielle Lemaster Kaylee Savage
  Preston Ewing Logan Loy Jonathan Spears

The St. Bernadette Spirituality Network:   On Thursday, April 17 at 7 pm, making a choice to focus your thoughts to propel you towards an optimistic, positive outlook can contribute greatly toward a sense of well-being and happiness.       To all women and men of the parishes: come join us at St. Bernadette Mary Good Center to make new friends, learn, and grow in your faith life.

"Friends Forever"   on April 10.   They will go to St. Colman of Cloyne in Washington Court House.   Fr. Sullivan will have lunch.

Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 13.   At 4 pm, organist Charles Yanarella will be giving a dedication concert for our new Allen organ.   J.D. Latorre will be performing with Mr. Yanarella on several trumpet and organ selections.   The event will be free and open to the public.   A light reception will follow the event.   Thanks to our most generous benefactors who have enabled us to enhance our liturgies.

Pope Benedict XVI will Visit the United States Tuesday- Sunday, April 15-20.   He will be received at the White House on April 16, and will address the General Assembly of the United Nations on Friday morning, April 18.   Turn on the TV.   Closing Mass Sunday, April 20 in Yankee Stadium, New York City.

EWTN'S COVERAGE OF POPE BENEDICT'S VISIT.   EWTN will be offering complete LIVE, and commercial-free coverage of Pope Benedict's trip to the U.S. from April 15-20.   Tune in to get accurate and in-depth reporting from a Catholic point of view not found on any other television network.   EWTN can be seen on DISH Network 261, DIRECTV 370 and heard on 1270 AM St. Gabriel Radio.   Visit www.ewtn.com for the latest updates and schedules or call 205-271-2989.

The Pontifical College Josephinum Spring Tour Day   is on Saturday, April 12 from 10 am-3 pm.   Tickets by reservation only and are $10-Adults; $7 for children under 12, seniors and students.   To make reservations call the Advancement office 614-985-2203.

Please Pray for:
  Mike Adams Diana Krile  
  Virginia Bright Ann Laukiavich  
  Luke DeRolph Nancy Mason  
  Gerald & Theresa Dunaway Sean Murnane  
  Ruth Faulkner Jeff Parano  
  Timothy Heck Betty Runco  
  Martha Kidder Jason Snider  
       
and those in the hospital and nursing homes
  
       
For prayers on the Intercessory Prayer list, call Kathy at 654-9696.

Eucharistic Adoration Adorers Needed   on Monday, 11 am; Tuesday, 4 pm and 7 pm; Wednesday, 1 am and 2 am.   Please call Marti Gundelfinger at 654-2277.

CHURCH ETIQUETTE

Common courtesies will help a suitable environment for worship:
  • Please no cell phones! It's discourteous to have them ring in God's House.
  • Wear appropriate dress!   NO shorts, halter tops, flip flops, and baseball hats are best left at home.   Let your body be a "mystery" to us!   We humans are distracted by inappropriate dress!
  • Avoid talking in Church (a whisper is okay when necessary).   Our worship space is a place to pray.   Please visit outside.
  • No gum chewing.   Remember the one-hour fast before Holy Communion.   Water and medications are permitted.
  • Get to Church with enough time to settle down and collect your thoughts.   Take time to prepare yourself spiritually for the best hour of your week!
What a difference there will be in our appreciation of the Mass and reverence for God if we all learn to abide by these simple principles.   We are a spiritual family and respect our "prayer time" together.

Did You know?   April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month.   It is every adult's moral responsibility to protect possible victims by reporting suspected abuse or neglect to the responsible authorities.   Sexual abuse of minors is a pervasive societal problem, and only concerted and sustained efforts by all adults in every segment of society can help to protect children and youth.   If you suspect abuse, please report it to local authorities or your county child protection services agency.   YOU may be that child's only voice.   Information for county child protection agencies are on the safe environment website: www.cdeducation.org/oym/safe/add.htm.   For information on how you can become more informed and involved in keeping our children safe, call Barb Cain, Safe Environment Consultant for the Diocese of Columbus 614-241-2565 or bcain@cdeducation.org.; www.cdeducation.org/oym/safe/index.html.

Bloodmobile at the Knights of Columbus Hall,   343 E. Walnut St., on Monday, April 7 from 12-6 pm and Tuesday, Apr. 8 from 10 am-4 pm.   Walk-ins are welcome.   Donors must be at least 17 years old, a minimum of 110 lbs. and be in good health.   Call Red Cross 687-5585.

Cum Christo Weekends.   Renew your commitment to Christ.   Applications are now being accepted for Women's on May 15-18.   Call Suzanne Wilkins at 653-7620 or suzwsmiles@aol.com or visit www.cumchristo.org.

Catholic Women's Annual Retreat   on April 18-20 at St. Therese's Retreat Center, 5277 E. Broad St., Columbus.   An offering of $100.   A deposit of $50 will hold your room.   To register call 614-228-8601 or www.dccw.colsdioc.org.   Register by April 14.

Friends of the Josephinum Spring Fine Jewelry Sale   on Friday, April 18 from 2-9 pm at the Jessing Center and Pontifical College Josephinum.   100% of your purchase directly benefits seminarians at the Josephinum.   Donation is $10 per person at the door.   Call Gretchen 614-529-0230.

Marriage Preparation (Pre-Cana):  Rescheduled for Saturday, April 19 at St. Mark, 324 Gay St., from 9 am-4 pm, with sign-in beginning at 8:30 am.   A light breakfast and lunch are provided and dress is casual.   Cost is $40.   Call Tim & Annie Deitz (740) 687-5610.

WINGS (Women in God's Service)   at St. Mary for fellowship, prayer and spiritual reading in the St. Mary Spirit Center from 6:45-8:30 pm on Wednesday, April 23 and May 7.   They will be reading The Autobiography of Saint Therese of Lisieux: The Story of a Soul by translator John Beevers.   Call Kristin Gentile at 653-1949.   RSVP to Kristin at kgentile@columbus.rr.com.

St. Mary Church Boy Scout Troop #141 Annual Spaghetti Dinner   on Sunday, April 20 from noon to 6 pm at St. Bernadette Parish Hall, 1325 Wheeling Rd.   Adult: $6, Children 6-12 years old: $3 (under 6 free).   Carry Out available.   Tickets at the door or contact Mark Spangler 974-6666.

Fisher Catholic Bid O' Luck  on Saturday, April 26.   $20,000 cash raffle and gourmet dinner prepared by Hocking College Culinary School.   Cocktails and Silent Auctions will start at 5:30 pm.   The Grand Auction Preview is between 5:30-7 pm.   Dinner will be served at 7 pm then followed by the Grand Auction.   Proceeds benefit Fisher Catholic High School.   Call Joyce King at 740-654-1231.

Organizations that provide directories of Marriage Education Programs:
  • The National Healthy Marriage Resource Center (www.healthymarriageinfo.org);
  • The National Association of Catholic Family Life Ministers (www.nacflm.org);
  • Smart Marriages: The Coalition for Marriage, Family & Couples Education, L.L.C. www.smartmarriages.com/directory.html)
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    "Out of gratitude we share our income for the works of God."

    Annual Senior Citizen's Day with the Bishop  on Tuesday, May 20th at St. Andrew Church, 1899 McCoy Rd., Columbus.   The day begins with Mass at 10:30 am, followed by lunch and entertainment, and then the annual raffle of door prizes!   The price for the luncheon is $10.   Call the diocesan Office for Social Concerns to register at 614-241-2540 by May 14.

    Parish Hall & Mary Good Center Multi-Purpose Room Reservations:   Please contact Darlene for the Parish Hall and Irene for the Mary Good Center MPR.   We need the exact times the facilities will be used including set-up, tear down, and clean-up time (not just the time the event is scheduled to occur).   We have policies and paperwork that need to be completed.   The Diocese of Columbus is no longer providing insurance for certain events.   If you use the facilities without permission, you will be responsible for any insurance problems that arise.

    FLOWER CHART:   Please sign up to sponsor flowers for the altar.   There are plenty of spaces left on the two sign up sheets in the school hallway.   More than 1 person can sign up per week.   Make our altar beautiful each Sunday.   The cost is $30.

    RELIGIOUS BOOKS that are for sale in the book rack in the back of the Church, please put money in an envelope and drop it in the offertory basket on the weekend.   Thank You.

    Marriage Encounter Weekend dates:

          April 18-20, 2008
          July 18-20, 2008
          September 26-28, 2008
          November 14-16, 2008

    For more information or to register, call Paul & Marilou Clouse at 740-746-9003 or www.wwmecolumbus.org

    Catholic Engaged Encounter Weekend dates:

          April 11-13, 2008
          June 6-8, 2008
          September 5-7, 2008

    For more information or to register, visit www.engaged.org or ColumbusEE@aol.com or call Sherilynn Barley at 614-235-1143.

    Cathedral Book Shop New Address and Information:
          209 E. Broad Street
          Columbus, OH 43215

    Phone:   614-221-6981   800-479-9021   Fax:   614-241-2566
    Email: mmurphy@cathedral-bookshop.com
    www.cathedral-bookshop.com

     

     

     
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