St. Clare Parish
“Building God’s Kingdom: United in Faith, Alive in the Spirit”
February 11, 2018 1443 Cedar Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45224 513.541.2100 www.saintclareparish.org
[email protected] Office Hours: Weekdays, 8:30am—4:00pm
Parish Staff Fr. George Jacquemin, Pastor Fr. Robert Hater, In Residence Darin Art, Director of Music & Liturgy Donna Booker, Director of Stewardship & Faith Formation Rob Fritz, Maintenance Amy Wethington, Business Manager Nancy Zint, Secretary Parish Council Bob Ebbeler, Chair 513.931.0005 Kevin Redmond, Vice-Chair 513.257.5640 Gary Boeres 513.265.6077 Sandy Fernbacher 513.542.8726 Esperanza Gallón 513.293.1907 Lynn Haley 513.681.8786 Todd Kinskey 513.591.1685 Fran Meyer, Recording Secretary Commission Chairs or Reps, listed below
Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday 5:00pm • Sunday 8:30am & 10:30am Confession Saturday 4:00—4:30pm or by appointment Communion Service Monday 8:30am Daily Mass Tuesday—Saturday 8:30am John Paul II Catholic School 9375 Winton Road, Cincinnati, OH 45231 513.521.0860 www.jpiics.org
Commissions Education Finance Peace & Justice Worship
Mary Rose, Chair Ron Goldschmidt, Chair Monica Bonecutter, Chair Marita Hartel, PC rep. Lisa Doxsee, Chair
Prayer & Outreach Prayer Line 513.542.4799 Marjorie & George Kaminsky St. Vincent de Paul 513.205.3046 Christ Community 513.541.0303
The Vision of St. Clare Parish St. Clare Parish is a dynamic faith community in which we, as members, embrace the Eucharist as the center of our lives and as a source of our: SPIRITUALITY, which calls us to grow in our personal relationship with God and others; COMMUNITY, which calls us to welcome and value each person; SOCIAL ACTION, which calls us to serve and support the community of College Hill and beyond; LAY LEADERSHIP, which calls us to form and empower the parish and deanery; STEWARDSHIP, which calls us to share our time, talents, and treasures.
St. Clare Parish Parish Membership: If you would like to join the parish, please see Fr. George. Parishioners leaving or moving are asked to contact the parish office. Baptisms: First time parents are required to attend a baptismal preparation session, preferably during the pregnancy. Please plan to attend one of these reflective and supportive sessions which are offered on the first Thursday of Feb., April, Aug., and Nov. at 7:00pm. Please register at the parish office. Parish School of Religion: The Parish School of Religion (PSR) passes on the faith to St. Clare children in elementary school (grades 1-8) who are not attending Catholic schools. PSR meets Sunday mornings September through April. Contact the parish office to register or to learn how you can become part of this ministry.
February 11, 2018 Weddings: Engaged couples must make an appointment with the pastor at least six months in advance of the wedding date. Please contact the parish office. R.C.I.A.: Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. A process that provides instruction in the Catholic faith. Meetings are from September through Easter. Contact the parish office for information. Anointing of the Sick: Any parishioner who is seriously ill and would like to receive the Anointing of the Sick should contact the parish office. Sick & Homebound: Arrange for a visit or receive Holy Communion by contacting the parish office. In The Hospital: Please notify us because hospitals no longer notify the parish.
High School Tuition Match Reaches 57% of Goal Goal: $5,000 Received: $2,826 Needed: $2,174 59 donors have contributed. Won’t you make a donation so we can take advantage of this $1 for $1 match that an anonymous parish donor is offering? We could realize $10,000 to aid St. Clare high school students and their families. Please drop your donation in the collection basket. Where else can $10 instantly become $20?
New Collection Date We have moved our collection to August 26. In 1980, Catholic Inner-city Schools Education Fund (CISE) was founded to give all children, regardless of their religious backgrounds and economic circumstances, the opportunity to receive a quality education at a neighborhood Catholic school. We celebrate the Rite of Sending on February 18 during the 10:30am Mass. At this time, our catechumens, Elsa Boeres, Joseph Papa and Veda Sears, will pr oclaim to us that they believe God has called them to participate in the Easter sacraments. Our candidates, Billy J. Reed, Lailah Robinson and Marissa Robinson, ar e pr oclaiming their desir e to participate fully in the sacramental life of the Catholic Church. We, the Church, ratify their choice and send them with our encouragement, prayers, and support to the archbishop for election (catechumens) and recognition (candidates).
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Spring is coming!! Time to be thinking of our first trip for 2018! Derby Dinner Playhouse, MARCH 1 for "MAMMA MIA." Invite your friends and get your group together. Make your reservation by calling Tom Schuermann 513.542.7434.
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Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Today’s Stewardship Thought In today’s second reading, St. Paul urges the Corinthians to “do all for the glory of God.” If we follow that advice in everything we do, we cannot help but be good stewards!
Mass Intentions Monday 8:30am Tuesday, 8:30am Wednesday, 8:30am 7:30pm Thursday, 8:30am Friday, 8:30am Saturday, 8:30am 5:00pm Sunday, 8:30am 10:30am
February 12 Communion Service February 13 Dorothy Habig February 14 - Ash W ednesday Manuel R. Vergara Joan Scahill February 15 Jim Toerner, Birthday February 16 Victor & Norma Lescano February 17 Jeanne Spadafora Pat Muldoon & Kelly Heusmann February 18 Frances Ficker, Birthday David C. Knapke
Fasting and Abstinence
Ash Wednesday & Good Friday are days of abstinence from meat and also days of fast, that is, limited to a single full meal. The other Fridays of Lent we are to abstain from meat. The law of abstinence binds all Catholics 14 & older. The law of fast binds all Catholics from their 18th to their 59th birthday. The obligation to do penance is a serious one. People should seek to do more rather than less. Fast & abstinence on days prescribed should be considered a minimum response to the Lord’s call.
Archbishop Schnurr sends his thanks to everyone from St. Clare Parish who has pledged to the 2018 Catholic Ministries Appeal. If you have not yet made your pledge, please consider doing so this week. These important local ministries depend on our help each year. You will find extra pledge envelopes in the pews for your convenience this weekend. To make a pledge securely online, please visit CatholicAppeal.net. Thank you!
Preparing for Next Weekend First Sunday of Lent February 17 & 18, 2018
Readings Genesis 9:8-15 1 Peter 3:18-22 Mark 1:12-15
Presiders 5:00pm Sat., February 17: Fr. David 8:30am Sun., February 18: Fr. Bob 10:30am Sun., February 18: Fr. Bob
Questions of the Week Adults:
What daily activities can I do without so that I can use that time to renew myself in Jesus, the Messiah? Children: What good habit can I wor k on in or der to grow closer to Jesus?
Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 14. We will celebrate Mass at 8:30am and 7:30pm.
Ash Wednesday Collection This year the collection will be divided to aid both the Church in Central and Eastern Europe as well as the Church in Africa. Funds from this collection support pastoral care, catechesis, building renovations, and seminary formation. Your support restores the Church and builds the future in these regions. Please prayerfully consider how you can support this collection.
Newly Baptized Congratulations to Helen Lois, daughter of Mark & Mary Von Allmen.
From Sin to Sanctity
The Seven Deadly Sins… can you name them? Do you know the Seven Lively Virtues to overcome them? Finding out the answers through a video by Bishop Robert Barron can have immediate impact on your Lent and your life. Bishop Barron is an energetic speaker who will give us plenty to think and talk about, plus practical applications just in time for Lent. February 25, March 4, 11, & 18 9:35am-10:20am (between Sunday liturgies) Church Conference Room
The Light Is On For You Invite a Friend or Family Member to Encounter the Peace of Christ
Do you know someone who stopped coming to Mass or is experiencing doubt in their lives? Invite them to participate in The Light Is On For You on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Invite them to experience the peace of Christ through quiet prayer and through the grace of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. For more information, go to www.EncounterPeace.org.
Wish List Update This week we received an anonymous donation for PSR & VBS. Check out all the stars on the bulletin board in the vestibule. Forms can found at the church doors or on the website if you would like to donate a Wish List Item. It’s not too late. Please consider assisting with the purchase of: Magnetic Floor Hymn Board Vacation Bible School Parish School of Religion Catholic School Angel Funds Any donation of your choice
Lenten CRS Rice Bowl Simple Supper: February 18, 2018 Mark your calendar for the 1st Lenten Simple Supper for this year, highlighting our brothers and sisters in Nicaragua. We will be joined by Sue and Pat Keefe from Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, which has been in a twinning relationship with a community in Managua for 18 years. They look forward to sharing their insights and experiences of Nicaragua, while sharing a meal with us. All are welcome to arrive at 4:00pm in the undercroft kitchen to prepare the Rice Bowl recipe for the week: Sopa de Quesa. All ingredients will be provided. Contact Kevin & Peggy Mosher at 513.522.1860 or
[email protected] for more information.
IF IT’S LENT, IT’S RICE BOWL TIME!!! Your Rice Bowl is your guide for a 40-day lifechanging journey of encountering our neighbors in need throughout the world. Post the calendar you find inside in a prominent place and use it to guide your Lenten journey. How is God inviting you to think outside the box to be of service to others this Lent?
Out of Bondage This Thursday, February 15, begins a new Bible Study on Exodus. Everyone is invited! Each of the ten sessions will include prayer, video and discussion. We meet from 10am to 11:30am in the Church Conference Room through April 26. Please know that it is okay to join the study even if you cannot attend all sessions.
Tapping God’s Gift: Live Your Stewardship through Living Your Strengths! It’s not too late to join a Strengths Group! Whether you are totally new to LYS or want a refresher, you are welcome to join us. You need to have your Top 5 Themes from an on-line assessment before the first session. LYS books needed to access the assessment ($15 each or donation) are available in the parish office. If you previously participated in a Strengths Group, you will not need to redo the assessment; check with Donna if you have forgotten your Top 5 Themes. Three Strength Group options are available: Saturdays 9-10:30am
February 24, March 3 & 10
Sundays
11:45am-1:15pm
February 25, March 4 & 11
Mondays
7-8:30pm
April 9, 16 & 23
All sessions meet in the Parish Undercroft; use the back door off the small parking lot on the organ side of church. If none of the times work for you, call or email Donna in the parish office to start a new group.
All are invited to join St. Clare's 2018 Walk to Jerusalem The Walk to Jerusalem is an imaginary walk that encourages walkers to increase physical activity, spiritual growth and cultural awareness through a virtual tour to Jerusalem. It was initially launched in January 2002 and has since been embraced by churches and organizations in the US and Canada. Walkers have commented that it has increased their physical activity because it is goal oriented and encourages team spirit and accountability. Others have grown in their knowledge and understanding of countries and cultures. Many walkers have found that their prayer time has increased and become more meaningful while walking. Does it sound good to you?
How can you participate? Walking, or any physical activity – keep and submit a record of your actual miles or convert any 15 minutes of activity to one mile. Spiritual growth or cultural awareness activity, such as reading the Little Black Books or participating in St. Clare’s Lenten Programs (Sunday morning or Thursday morning Bible Study) or daily prayers or reading the Bible – you decide on the activity and convert any 15 minutes of activity to one mile.
This is your journey. Whatever you do on your Lenten journey counts! This is also our journey. Individuals submit their miles and collectively we will try to reach Jerusalem by Easter. The distance between Cincinnati, Ohio and Jerusalem is approximately 6,192 miles. For four years we’ve made it all the way! Can we do it again? We can all be on the journey...all ages invited .
Make this Lent 2018 a very special journey. Celebrate Easter in a very special way when you know you have made this journey and met your own personal goals for Lent. You can submit your "miles" each week via the collection basket, Walk to Jerusalem collection boxes at church doors, regular mail, email (
[email protected]), phone Fran (513.871.7026) or send to Donna in the office. “Mile Log Sheets” are at each church door, alongside the collection box. You can put your completed forms in the Walk to Jerusalem boxes. On the Mile Log Sheet there are several optional items besides reporting your miles. You can provide your name and any prayer concerns or intentions that were included in the activity. You also can share a little about your activity or what you observed as you did the activity or how the activity inspired you (see the sample below). You don’t have to use the Mile Log Sheet to submit your miles; however you can get the miles to us is fine. We’ll tally the miles and track our progress. We hope you’ll join us for increased physical, spiritual, and cultural growth! Questions: contact Fran Meyer (513.871.7026) or Donna in the office (513.541.2100,
[email protected]).
Collection Report
Lent is just around the corner, which means...
February 3 & 4, 2018
Fish Fry Time! This Friday, February 16, will be the start of our Lenten Fish Fry’s and will continue each Friday of Lent (except Good Friday). Have you signed up to volunteer? Check out SignUpGenius by going to the St. Clare website at www.saintclaeparish.org and select the box at the top of the page, then select the job you would like to do and that is it. If you are new to SignUpGenius, you will have to set up an account first. Also, there are purple sign-up sheets in the back of Church. Just fill them out and drop them in the collection basket. High School students are encouraged to help and can receive service hours. Questions: contact Callie Hodapp at
[email protected]. The bake sale this week will help support the H.S. Tuition Match.
138 Envelopes Loose Checks & Cash 30 Electronic Donations Total
$ $ $ $
6,542 402 1,778 8,722
Thank You! Looking for a game of cards or scrabble? Come join us at our February Open Gym on Saturday, February 17 after 5:00pm Mass. In January we had a couple of different groups playing a rummy game called five crowns and a board game called double ditto. Of course the kids ran the gym and we all had snacks and pizza. But really, there is something for everyone - join us.
Weekly Calendar of Events Monday, February 12
9:00am
#2 Church Cleaners
Church
4:00pm
Art & Environment - Prepare Church for Lent
Church
4:30pm
St. James Athletic Association
Parish Center
7:00pm
Confirmation Workshop
Undercroft
Tuesday, February 13
4:30pm
St. James Athletic Association
Parish Center
Wednesday, February 14
9:00am
St. Vincent de Paul Outreach
Undercroft
4:30pm
St. James Athletic Association
Parish Center
7:00pm
Prayer Group
St. Clare Room
7:00pm
RCIA
Conference Room
10:00am
Bible Study
Conference Room
4:30pm
St. James Athletic Association
Parish Center
7:00pm
Choir Rehearsal
Church
Friday, February 16
5:00pm
Fish Fry
Parish Center
Saturday, February 17
9:00am
St. Vincent de Paul Outreach
Undercroft
9:00am
Rosary
Church
10:00am
Stewardship Committee
Rectory
6:00pm
Open Gym for all ages
Parish Center
Thursday, February 15
Sunday, February 18
10:30Mass RCIA Rite of Sending & Dismissal
Church
4:00pm
Café
Lenten Simple Supper
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