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616 Reading RoadMason, Ohio 45040

Parish Office HoursMonday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Phone: 513-398-3821Parish Office: ext. 3100School Office: ext. 3108After Hours Emergency: ext. 3200Fax: 513-398-2254

Bulletin DeadlineThe deadline for all articles for the Sunday bulletin is Friday afternoon, (9) days before the article appears in the bulletin. Please send items, along with the dates they should run, to bulletin@stsusanna.org for submission.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

Perks. Rewards. Cash Back. Fuel Points. Bonus Miles. Member Discounts. Instant Savings.

Everyone is trying to give us something “extra” as encouragement to use their services, shop their stores, or fill up our tank at their pump. With marketing angles vectoring on us from every which way, we’ve become accustomed to asking, “What’s in it for me?”

Having recently wrapped up the Easter season with Pentecost, praying for a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our own lives, and celebrating the feasts of the Most Blessed Trinity and Corpus Christi, it should be no surprise as we ease into Ordinary Time to see the readings at Mass unfolding for us how to live out our life in Christ as a generous gift of self.

The Catechism of the Catholic Church reminds us, “To the Lord’s Sermon on the Mount it is fitting to add the moral catechesis of the apostolic teachings, such as Romans 12-15, 1 Corinthians 12-13, Colossians 3-4, Ephesians 4-5, etc. This doctrine hands on the Lord’s teaching with the authority of the apostles, particularly in the presentation of the virtues that flow from faith in Christ and are animated by charity, the principal gift of the Holy Spirit. ‘Let charity be genuine. . . . Love one another with brotherly affection. . . . Rejoice in your hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality’ (Romans 12:9-13)” (CCC 1971).

Our homes and our parish are two places of welcome, like that of the Shunnamite woman in the first reading. Hospitality has always been a trademark of the people of God, from ancient Israel to modern Christian churches. Abraham entertained angels unawares. Rhoda welcomed St. Peter at the door after his prison break. Lydia let St. Paul stay in her home on his way through Thyatira. Benedictine abbeys were the hotels of medieval Europe. Dorothy Day established Catholic Workers houses to build community in cold urban enclaves. St. Teresa of Calcutta established homes for the dying for whom no one else would care. Christians are known by their generosity, their welcome, their hearts and homes open to love of God and love of neighbor.

What’s in it for me? Sacrifice. Self-denial. Surrender. Hospitality. Happiness. Holiness. Joy. Jesus.

JULY 2, 2017THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

THE PARISH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED SUNDAY, JULY 2ND THROUGH TUESDAY, JULY 4TH. THE NORMAL SCHEDULE OF HOURS OF 8:30 AM TO 4:30 PM WILL RESUME WEDNESDAY, JULY 5TH.

REFLECTING WITH THE PAROCHIAL VICAR

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MASS INTENTIONS & WEEKEND PRESIDERS

Monday, July 36:00pm

Tuesday, July 48:15am

Wednesday, July 58:15am

Thursday, July 68:15am

Friday, July 78:15am

Saturday, July 88:15am 5:00pm (Fr. Roush) Kathleen Hong

Sunday, July 97:30am (Fr. Roush) Michael Wilder9:00am (Fr. Roush) Judy Matre Young11:15am (Fr. Farrell) Marge Bregen4:00pm (Spanish Mass)6:00pm (Fr. Farrell) Kathleen Dougherty

Holy Days of Obligation6:30am, 8:15am, 7:00pm

ReconciliationMonday at 6:45pmSaturday at 9:00am

Eucharistic ExpositionMonday, 6:45 - 9:00pm

First FridayAfter 8:15am Mass Friday to beginningof 8:15am Mass Saturday

Rosary/DevotionsTuesday through Saturday at 7:30am

Nursery AvailableThe nursery is available for 9:00 and 11:15am Masses. It is located in the undercroft. Call ext. 3126 or email nursery@stsusanna.org for details.

Spanish MassA Mass in Spanish will be held at 4:00pm on the 2nd & 4th Sundays of every month. For details, contact Karla Eysoldt, ext. 3202 or keysoldt@catholiccincinnati.org.

Misa en español es el segundo y cuarto domingo del mes a las 4:00pm.

Parish MembershipWe joyfully welcome new members of our parish community. Information packets are available at the desk in the Gathering Space.

Please register by calling the Parish Office (513-398-3821), online (www.stsusanna.org), or after Mass on the first Sunday of the month in the Parish Office.

PRAY FOR THOSE SERVING OVERSEAS!

Alex BackJoseph Patrick FuscoThomas PrieveDavid RodriguezJustin SchuhChristian SorfnsenJames WernkeRachelle WernkeRyan WhitakerJim WykoffMichael Zeller

PRAYERS FORTHOSE IN NEED

Erica BurgerAshley DouglasLucy D’SouzaJohn GavinScott GreislSmiley JungkunzKimberly KellySister Brigid KellyStephen LutesDavid MagellaLucas McCreaMichael MurphyGabriel OrickAlonso OrtizBarbie QuintoJoel RiveraKathy RohdeDoreen SchowalterWayne SchowalterPaul St. ClairBeverly WardMike WebberJenny WeibelPhillis Wylds

Prayer RequestsIf you have people to be prayed for and would like to have them in the bulletin, please email bulletin@stsusanna.org and we will begin publishing them weekly.

Parish LibraryThe Library is located in the undercroft of the church. Media can be checked out at any time. Stop by the Parish Office for help.

Children’s Liturgy of the WordFor children in grades K-2, September through May, 9:00 and 11:15am Masses. For details, contact Kristen Tell, ext. 3135 or tellk@stsusanna.org.

Divine Healer, God of Wholeness, we place these parishioners in Your hands; we ask for healing, but also for acceptance of their illness and of Your holy plan. Help them and us to embrace whatever You have in mind for them. Support them in their anxieties, fears, pains, and the frustrations of their illness. Support them with the strength of the Holy Spirit. We ask this in the name of Jesus, compassionate healer of those in need of health and hope. Amen.

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Marriage PreparationPlease contact the Parish Office no later than six months prior to the date of intended marriage.

Baptism PreparationAll parents desiring Baptism for their children should go to the website and fill out the registration forms on the website at www.stsusanna.org/baptism.

If it is your first child, please feel free to attend the baptismal class at your earliest convenience. Couples may attend before the birth of their child, but registration must be complete.

Our Catholic FaithAre you interested in learning more about our beautiful Catholic Faith and perhaps becoming Catholic? Are you an Adult Catholic seeking Confirmation?Then please contact Susan Hack,ext. 3169 or hacks@stsusanna.org.

7 SECRETS OF CONFESSION

In this inspiring presentation, popular speaker Vinny Flynn explores the “hidden” truths of the Sacrament of Reconciliation, presenting what to many will be a whole new way of approaching Confession, inviting you to begin an exciting personal journey to healing and holiness. If you do not yet look forward to Confession in the same way you look forward to Communion, this will change your life.

Lighthouse Catholic Media CDs are in the Gathering Space for $3.00 each.

WORSHIP

Free to all parishioners!!!

Go to www.stsusanna.org

and click on Formed, create your personal log-in by using our parish code: f4e66a.

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The flowers gracing the Altar this weekend have been donatedIn Memory of

Frank & Jane Brinkman and Rose & Harry Wagner

by Janet & Larry Mitchell

STEWARDSHIP

THIS WEEK, FROM THE ST. SUSANNA VINCENTIANS...

In today’s Gospel, hear Jesus tell us: “Whoever gives only a cup of cold water to one of these little ones to drink because the little one is a disciple - Amen, I say to you, he will surely not lose his reward.” This week, know that you will be bringing hope to the poor by your gift to our parish Society of St. Vincent de Paul chapter.

Year to Date ACTUAL

Year to Date BUDGET

Over / (Under) Budget

$2,350,000 $2,306,512 ($43,488)

June 25, 2017

ACTUALJune 25, 2017

BUDGETOver / (Under)

Budget

$33,000 $32,529 ($471)

THIS WEEK, FROM THE ST. SUSANNA RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY...

“Human dignity is the same for all human beings: when I trample on the dignity of another, I am trampling on my own.”

- Pope Francis, “Message for the Lenten Brotherhood Campaign in Brazil.”© 2014 Libreria Editrice Vaticana. Used with permission.

WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS

Married couples celebrating a significant wedding anniversary (25, 40, 50, 60, 65, 70, 75) in 2017 are invited to celebrate this milestone at St. Susanna Parish on Saturday, July 8th, at the 5:00pm Mass.

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ADULT FAITH FORMATION

ALTAR FLOWER DEDICATION

You can dedicate the placing of flowers at the altar in memory of a loved one or to honor a special occasion.

The amount is $50 to defray the cost of the flowers. To reserve a date, please contact the Parish Office, 398-3821, ext. 3100.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

GRIEFSHAREWednesdays (July 12th - October 4th) at 6:30pm in the St. Catherine Room

Are you dealing with grief and struggling to make sense of the death of a loved one? Are you looking for support as you journey from mourning to joy? If so, join others for our next GriefShare program. Through videos, group discussion and personal journaling, you will discover the strength that comes from a caring community and our God.

In order to assure we have enough materials, sign up on the parish website:www.stsusanna.org/griefshare or contact Father Bob, 513-398-3821, ext. 3101. Cost of the program is $15.00 to cover the cost of the participant workbook.

A PLACE TO CONNECT KICKOFF

Are you between the ages of 18 & 39? Are you looking for a place to connect?

No matter your state in life, you are welcome to join us as we do life together!

Please join the new St. Susanna Young Adult Group for a kick-off event on Monday, July 17th at 7:00pm in the St. John Bosco Room in the Undercroft of the Church, following 6:00pm Mass. Come meet other young adults in the parish and learn about the great things we have planned.

Please contact Melissa Capella with any questions at capellam@stsusanna.org or 513-398-3821, ext. 3149.

SCHUH CENTER NEEDS

Help Beat the Heat! Many in our parish boundaries do not have the luxury of having air conditioning or for that matter even a fan to help battle the summer heat. You can change that by donating new or gently used fans to the Schuh Center. The fans will then be distributed to those in need of one. Fans can be delivered to the Peace and Justice Kiosk in the Gathering Space of church. Direct questions to Mary Jo Burns, ext. 3120, or burnsmj@stsusanna.org.

Food Donations! For those who are struggling financially, purchasing food needed can be very stressful. Many depend upon pantries for food items to get through.

Immediate needs at the Schuh Center are: • Window Air Conditioning Units• Fans• Microwave Oven • Canned Tuna• Canned Chili• Canned Beef Stew• Manwich• Pancake Mix/ Pancake Syrup• Hamburger Helper• Boxed Flavored Potatoes, like Au Gratin• Mayonnaise• Toothbrushes• Toilet Paper• Paper Towels• Hotel Toiletries

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CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION

CFP Grades 1-8 (2017-2018)Faith Formation for elementary students will be Sundays 10:30 -11:45am, Mondays 6:15 - 7:30pm, and Wednesdays 6:15 - 7:30pm. For more information, contact Kristen Tell, ext. 3135 or tellk@stsusanna.org.

Early Childhood 2017-2018Faith formation for 3, 4, pre-K 5-year-olds and kindergartners meets on Sunday mornings at 9:00am. For more information, contact Jill Berning, ext. 3400 or berningj@stsusanna.org.

PreschoolWeekday Preschool is available for ages 2-5 in the undercroft of church. For more information, contact Joette Ewing, ext. 3131 or ewingj@stsusanna.org.

Saint Susanna SchoolThe parish school provides a Catholic education for Grades K-8. For more information, contact theSchool Office, ext. 3108 orcapellap@stsusanna.org.

Faith AliveGrades 6-8 (2017-2018)Sundays at 4:00pm to 5:45pmin the St. John Bosco Youth Room.

To get Faith Alive text updates you can join by texting 517-910-6127 and text the message @stsue.

LIFEGrades 9-12 (2017-2018)Sundays at 7:00pm in the St. John Bosco Youth Room.

To get LIFE text updates you can join by texting to the number 81010 and text the message @stsuelife.

SCHOOL NEWS

• The School Office will be closed the month of July. We will reopen on Wednesday, August 2, 2017.

• Homeroom lists for next school year will be posted on Friday, August 4, 2017.

• Reminder… All volunteers who work with children need to attend a VIRTUS Session and have a clear Background Check. For details, visit the Parish website; choose Parish Info tab, then Child Protection from its dropdown menu.

• We have limited enrollment openings in a few of our grade levels. If you are interested in attending Saint Susanna School next school year, please call 398-3821, ext. 3108.

IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER FOR PRESCHOOL!!!

If you are looking for a nurturing environment for your little one with a variety of opportunities to learn & play all while discovering God’s wonderful world, St. Susanna Preschool is the place for you! We have limited openings in our 3s, 4s and Pre-K afternoon sessions, so don’t delay… call today!

For additional information or to schedule a tour, please contact Joette Ewing, Preschool Director at 513-398-3821, ext. 3131 or ewingj@stsusanna.org. Thank you!

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

Those volunteering with children must fulfill the following requirements: • must attend a Protecting God’s Children seminar provided by VIRTUS• have a cleared background check• and must read monthly training bulletins online

The next open seminar at St. Susanna Parish is Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at 6:30pm. You must register online to attend - visit www.virtus.org to register!

If you are a St. Susanna volunteer, please contact Cathy Meyer at 513-398-3821, ext. 3113 or meyerc@stsusanna.org before registering your VIRTUS account.

If your child enjoys singing, please note that sign-ups for the St. Susanna Youth Choir are now available at: www.stsusanna.org/youthchoir.

There are two youth choirs this coming season. One for 2nd through 4th grade and another for 5th through 8th grade. The schedule of rehearsals and Masses that they’ll be

singing at throughout the year are made available there, also. Let’s continue the tradition of music education and youth involvement at our Masses.

CFP TEACHERS NEEDED The Sunday (10:30-11:45am) and Monday (6:15-7:30pm) religious education programs are in need of teachers for all grades. Please prayerfully consider sharing and teaching our faith to the children of the parish. Classes will begin toward the end of September.

Children of teachers receive free tuition. Catechist training and curriculum support will be provided. Contact Kristen Tell, ext. 3135 or tellk@stsusanna.org if interested.

Christian Formation ProgramSt. Susanna Catholic Church

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MONTH THEME ACTIVITY

• School Supply Drive

(Kickoff July 8th/9th)

• Fair Trade Sale (July 8th/9th)

• Adopt a Warrior

• Habitat for Humanity Build (July 15th)

• Matthew 25 Ministries (July 12th & 18th)

Dignity for AllJuly

PEACE & JUSTICE CALENDAR

DISCIPLES IN ACTION

ST. SUSANNA SAYS THANK YOU TO A PURPLE HEART VETERAN

(Purple Heart Recipient) E-8 Senior Chief James Hatch was shot at close range with an AK-47 on a hostage rescue mission in 2009. He was part of 150 Direct Action Combat Missions. As a K9 handler on several deployments, James’ life was regularly spared by the work of K9s – one of the most memorable was Spike. And on James’ final deployment, the night he was critically wounded, a K9 saved James’ life while losing his own. From that evening on, James oriented his life around the training, care and preservation of working dogs. Jimmy founded Spikes K9 Fund after his recovery. Spikes K9 Fund is a 501c3 Tax-Exempt Organization. In addition to working as the founder and president of the fund, he works with local law enforcement and has adopted a former service dog in need of medical attention.

Help St. Susanna honor Senior Chief James Hatch by providing him with “thank-you” cards. Please place all cards in the marked boxes, in the Gathering Space, by July 10th. This will allow him to have the cards prior to the Warrior Weekend celebrated in Middletown, OH, July 19th-23rd. After the Warrior Weekend, St. Susanna will be sending a care package to James to let him know that the St. Susanna Community will keep him in our thoughts and prayers.

COME BUILD WITH US!

St. Susanna is teaming up with Habitat for Humanity on July 15th from 8:30am-4:00pm. We will be working on a home in Newport, KY. Individuals, 16 years of age or older, are needed to assist this nonprofit Christian housing ministry. No prior experience in home building/finishing work is needed, just a desire to be the Hands of Christ to insure a safe and affordable place to live for families. For more information, please contact Mary Jo Burns, burnsmj@stsusanna.org or 398-3821, ext. 3120.

Online registration must be completed by July 7th: www.stsusanna.org/habitatforhumanity.

THE FAIR TRADE MINISTRY IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

St. Susanna has an active Fair Trade Ministry which wants to grow and expand. We currently offer monthly sales after Mass and we occasionally host Ten Thousand Villages, a Fair Trade Organization that sells handiwork made by artisans from all over the world. The goal of Fair Trade is to allow disadvantaged individuals to earn a fair wage for their work so that they can improve their family situation as well as the community in which they live.

St. Susanna’s Fair Trade Ministry is looking for volunteers to help with the monthly sales after weekend Masses. If you have a few minutes to spare after the Mass that you currently attend, please consider volunteering for this ministry. Those few minutes can be life changing for individuals living in challenging situations just trying to provide for their family.

If you are looking for an opportunity to touch the lives of the poor and vulnerable that live in developing countries, contact Mary Jo Burns, burnsmj@stsusanna.org or 398-3821, ext. 3120 and become a volunteer for our parish Fair Trade Ministry. For more information on Fair Trade, go to fairtradeusa.org.

QUICK FACT, FROM THE ‘OUR GLOBAL FAMILY’ MINISTRY

“Guided by our faith, we stand in solidarity with newcomers to our country. Through education, hospitality, relationship building and outreach, we expand our neighborhoods with the goal of fostering community acceptance and inclusion.”

RESETTLEMENT TO THE UNITED STATESThe United States has an exceptional history of welcoming refugees and is the top resettlement country in the world. Since 1975, the U.S. government has welcomed over 3 million refugees for resettlement from all over the world, and these refugees have built new lives and homes in all 50 states (Source: UNHCR) These are our neighbors and they contribute to the fabric of our society. For more information, visit the Our Global Family Ministry web page at www.stsusanna.org/ourglobalfamily.

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July 2, 2017Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (A)2 Kgs 4:8–11, 14–16aRom 6:3–4, 8–11Mt 10:37–42

To Live With Christ

A priest friend of mine visited a family with several sons thinking about

the priestly vocation. During his visit he celebrated Mass for them at the local parish. The Gospel reading was the same as today: “Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me….” My friend thought twice before reading it, afraid that the father who wasn’t open to his sons’ vocations would think he picked this passage on purpose. He read it anyway and, yes, got the reaction he suspected he’d get.

Most words in the Gospels are challenging. Jesus calls us to love him above all things. This means he has to come first, and sometimes other loves, as good as they are, cannot be the ultimate criteria. He tells us to “lose our life” to find it, and sometimes that loss is real and painful.

He demands this because he himself experienced its truth. In his public ministry, he put his mission and love of souls ahead of spending more time with family and friends. When religious leaders, government officials, and others criticized and persecuted him, he didn’t back down,

even if it affected his loved ones. He was faithful in charity. He didn’t look for problems, but he didn’t run from them, either. He avoided unnecessary conflict when he could, but he completely obeyed God’s will and embraced the hardships of loving until the end.

This kind of sacrifice brings great joy if endured with acceptance. As Romans tells us, “If, then, we have died with Christ, …we shall also live with him.”

—Fr. Mark Haydu, LC

“…Whoever does not take up his cross and follow after me is not worthy of me” (Matthew 10:37).

For ReflectionHow can I live my life as though nothing is more important than Jesus? Do I regularly witness to my love for Jesus, using words when necessary?

Piece: The Holy Family With St. Joachim and Anne, 1516Artist: UnknownLocation: Chapel of the Governatorato, Vatican City

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PARISH STAFF

Contact: 398-3821 Parish Office, ext. 3100School Office, ext. 3108

Fr. Robert Farrell (Pastor) ext. 3101, farrellr@stsusanna.org

Fr. Eric Roush (Parochial Vicar) ext. 3106, roushe@stsusanna.org

Lou Wong (Deacon) ext. 3137, wongl@stsusanna.org

FORMATION

Jill Berning (Early Childhood, VBS), ext. 3400, berningj@stsusanna.org

Lauren Winters (CFP K-4), wintersl@stsusanna.org

Kristen Tell (CFP 5-8, VBS, First Communion), ext. 3135, tellk@stsusanna.org

Rebecca Sackrider (School Faith Formation), sackriderr@stsusanna.org

Melissa Capella (Young Adults, Confirmation), ext. 3149, capellam@stsusanna.org

Susan Hack (Faith Formation, RCIA), ext. 3169, hacks@stsusanna.org

YOUTH MINISTRY

Gabrielle Montavon (Youth Minister), ext. 3195, montavong@stsusanna.org

PEACE & JUSTICE

Mary Jo Burns (Peace & Justice) ext. 3120, burnsmj@stsusanna.org

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Shannon Benvenuti (Business Manager) ext. 3121, benvenutis@stsusanna.org

Karla Eysoldt (Hispanic Ministry) ext. 3202, keysoldt@catholiccincinnati.org

Joette Ewing (Preschool) ext. 3131, ewingj@stsusanna.org

Daniel Albrinck (Principal) ext 3109, albrinckd@stsusanna.org

Teresa Johns (Communications Director) ext. 3104, johnst@stsusanna.org

Doug Popp (Facilities) ext. 3154, poppd@stsusanna.org

Guy Vanasse (Music & Liturgy) ext. 3105, vanasseg@stsusanna.org

ORGANIZATION

Boosters

Caregiver Support Group

Festival

Finance Commission

Fish Fry

Health & Wellness

Knights of Columbus

Men’s Prayer Group

Moms Group

Natural Family Planning

Prayer Network

PTO

Risen Life

School Commission

Schuh Center

St. Vincent de Paul

Women’s Association

Young at Heart

CONTACT

Mark Cravens, 770-4278

Sharon Kipfer, 509-3278

Parish Office, 398-3821

Shannon Benvenuti, 398-3821

Scott Kososki, 461-9098

Laura Barbetta, 847-1849

David Meyer, 262-0287

Bill Bross, 518-9594

Katie Fortener, (248) 515-8895

Tom & Colleen O’Rourke, 398-3116

Kathy Mussman, 777-5981

Libby Groskopf, 398-9735

Roberta Brunck, 777-1476

Laura Mueller, 315-7370

Teresa Bolte, 779-8965

Mary Jo Burns, 398-3821

Mary Ann Mushaben, 504-7181

Dottie Linton, 754-0114

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