st. paul the apostle, may 30th, 2021
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ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE, May 30th, 2021
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Parish Staff Fr. Steve Zeigler, Priest 330-542-3466 [email protected] Ed Cerezo, (Inside Out) Groundskeeper /Janitor 724-712-4030
Rosalie D’Angelo, Director of Music 330-402-7855
Bill McMahon, Deacon 330-542-3466 [email protected]
Bonnie Mealy, Business Manager 330-542-3466 [email protected]
Helen Parry, Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor 330-542-3466 [email protected]
Tom Penwell, Sacr istan 724-674-2197 Al Pompeo, Director of Rel. Ed. 330-542-3466 [email protected]
Grant Williams, Website Manager 330-398-5759 [email protected] JoAnn Yaskulka, Rel. Ed. Secretary 330-542-3466 [email protected]
BAPTISM: Parents are asked to call the rectory to ar r ange for a Baptism meeting with the pastor. A date for the Baptism will be ar-ranged at your preparation meeting.
MARRIAGE: Couples wishing to marry at the par ish should contact the parish office as soon as possible to reserve a date for the wedding and to schedule a time to meet with the pastor. Contact should be made no less than six months before your intended date of marriage.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Individuals who will be having surgery or are suffering from a chronic illness should receive the Anointing of the Sick. Please contact the parish office for a time to receive the sacrament.
VISITATION OF THE SICK: Visitation, pr ayer , and Commun-ion are offered to our homebound and/or sick on a regular basis. Simply call the parish office.
HOSPITAL VISITATION: If you know of a par ishioner who is in a hospital, please contact the parish office to inform us of an admis-sion as no hospital is allowed to contact us. Be sure to specify the location of the hospital.
JOINING ST. PAUL’S: Anyone who wishes may join St. Paul’s. We are proud of our parish’s hospitality, warmth, and friendship. We invite you to become part of our parish family. Once you are comfortable among us, we invite you to join any of our parish organizations or programs. We encourage each single adult in a family to be registered in his or her own name. If you must leave the parish, please let us know. In your journey, we wish you well and thank you for the time you did spent with us.
SUNDAY LITURGIES SATURDAY 4pm at St. Paul’s SUNDAY 8:30 am at Holy Rosary SUNDAY 10:30am at St. Paul’s
HOLY DAY LITURGIES (Consult Bulletin)
LITURGY OF THE WORD WITH EUCHARIST WEDNESDAY 8am
NO MASS OR LITURGY OF THE WORD WITH EUCHARIST MONDAY OR FRIDAY
WEEKDAY MASSES TUESDAY & THURSDAY 8am
CONFESSIONS First Saturday of the Month 3-3:45pm or by appoint-ment by calling 330-542-3466
St. Paul the Apostle Parish 10143 Main Street-P.O. Box 515
New Middletown, OH 44442 Parish Office: 330-542-3466
Parish Hall (Pirohy): 330-542-3525
FAX: 330-542-2448 Website: www.stpaulnewmiddletown.org
Bulletin online: https://www.parishesonline.com/find/st-paul-the-
apostle-church-44442 Wi-fi: spguest01
Pastoral Council Members
Dave & Alvera Bell 330-727-0999 [email protected]
Frank Dixon 330-542-3466 [email protected]
Becca Goterba 330-503-6366 [email protected]
Sam Morocco 330-542-3466 [email protected]
Jan Ricciardi 330-509-3752 [email protected]
Grant Williams 330-398-5759 [email protected]
50+ Group Adult Faith Formation
Altar Guild Altar Servers Bereavement Prayer Group
Church Environment Eucharistic Ministers
Evangelization Garden Angels
Gifting Program Homebound Visitation
Hospitality Knights of Columbus
Lectors Liturgy Committee Men’s Fellowship
Mission Team Music Ministry
Nursing Home Ministers Pastoral Council
Pirohy Prayer Blanket
Prison Outreach PSR (Parish, School, Rel.)
RCIA/RCIC Respect Life
Rosary Ministry St. Vincent de Paul
Silas Marners Sponsor Couples
STCCC. Table of Plenty
Welcoming Committee Women’s Bible Study
Parish Ministry Opportunities
We encourage you to prayerfully consider join-ing one or more of our committees/ministries as a way of offering service to our parish and commu-nity.
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MASS SCHEDULE:
+DENOTES DECEASED
SATURDAY, May 29th 4pm Members of St. Paul’s +Al Leone +Josephine Hvizdos Opsitnik SUNDAY, May 29th 10:30am +Andrew & +Anna Yurick and Family +Fred Schaefer MONDAY, May 30th No Liturgy of the Word With Eucharist TUESDAY, June 1st 8am +Brian Varley WEDNESDAY, June 2nd No Liturgy of the Word With Eucharist THURSDAY, June 3rd 8am +Bob & +Germaine Scahill FRIDAY, June 4th No Liturgy of the Word With Eucharist SATURDAY, June 5th 4pm +Ourten Scullen +Richard & +Fiona Corso SUNDAY, June 6th 10:30am Members of St. Paul’s +Loretta Baze +Junior Romanko
June 6th The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
First Reading: Exodus 24:3-8
This is the blood of the covenant that the Lord has made with You.
Second Reading: Hebrews 9:11-15
The blood of Christ will cleanse our consciences.
Gospel: Mark 14:12-16, 22-26 This is my body. This is my blood.
Regular Collection for Saturday & Sun-gular Collection for Saturday y y y y y & SuSuy y y y y y day, May 22nd/23rd: $3,974
SuSu& SuSu974
y, ay $3,day,y, Mayay 22nd/23rd: $ $3,3,97974d/April on line: $2,091.80
April on line: $2,091.80 ine:
Bishop’s Appeal: $29,966, 85.60% shopshop’s’s
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Thank you for your time, talent, and treasure. e.
ALL ARE WELCOME: Memorial Day usually means picnics, parades,
family get-togethers, backyard baseball games, hotdogs, fun, the beginning of summer is almost upon us. But what does Memorial Day really mean? What’s it all about?
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, became an official American holiday in 1971 to honor all of the men and women who have died for our country and our freedoms. On this day, Americans across the country began to honor these brave men and women by decorating the graves and resting places of fallen soldiers. The holiday actually dates back to the 1860’s when the Northern Civil War veterans asked for a day of remembrance for our nation’s fallen soldiers. President Garfield gave the first Decoration Day speech at Arlington cemetery where so many of the Union and Confederate soldiers were buried.
We visited Arlington a few years ago. There were grave markers as far as the eye could see, more than we could begin to count! It was humbling to think that each marker represents a life given so that we could enjoy the freedoms that we enjoy today, in 2021. Sadly, lives of our young men and women are still being laid down around the world today to ensure the continuation of those freedoms. While in Arlington, we watched the “changing of the guard” at the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Every day and every night of the year despite the weather, the tomb is guarded. Every 30 minutes a change of command occurs in total silence and reverence except for the commands given and received by the guards. In 2003 during a hurricane, the soldiers were actually given permission to halt their duty. But they declined the halt and continued their guard out of their deep respect for the lives given by their fellow com-rades.
May we be thankful, recognizing the sacrifices
that so many families made of the loss of their loved ones so that we, today, could enjoy all that we have as Americans. Let us say a prayer of thanks to almighty God for their lives that were given for people they didn’t even know, that we have the freedom to express our-selves, to live in a free country, to enjoy the privilege to worship as we choose, and all the other many freedoms and rights that we have as Americans. Let us pray that God continues to bless America and all who live within her borders, with life, liberty, and the pursuit of happi-ness. And may we live out 2 Chronicles 7:14: “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and heal their land.” God bless the USA!
Have a blessed Memorial Day! (and if you have never been to Arlington Cemetery, be sure to plan a fam-ily trip there…so much to see and learn from!)
~~ Alvera Bell
Major Expenses For April: Payroll/Benefits $16,482.51 Diocesan Assessments $7,577.37 Utilities: Gas $1,059.20 Electric $1,157.16 Water $244.44 Trash $83.57 Sewer $200.26 Phone/Internet/TV $128.15
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Histories of our Parish from June 1952-2003: Altar Guild:
This organization started practically from day one of the new parish when Father Gottlieb Pawliewicz formed the Altar and Rosary Society to assist in the purchase and care of those items needed for the daily Mass in the new church; in-cluding the Altar Bread, Wine, Vestments, Altar Cloths, Flow-ers, and so on. Mary Brentin was appointed the first president and served until the first complete slate of officers was elected about six months later. Evelyn Downey, Kitty McGeary, Millie Coffey, and Lucille Nolan then led the fledgling group.
In order to make the necessary purchases, the ladies needed projects. Thus began a whole string of activities, many of which continue to this day. Over the years, we've seen the annual fall chicken and noodle dinner (now beef and noodle), as well as the spaghetti dinner in the winter months. Until re-cently, the ladies made all of the noodles for the fall classic in a day long, back breaking marathon, and they fried enough chick-en for a small any.
The Guild also had fish dinners on Fridays when they were working to build the first church.
Usually timed with the end of our gardens, the ladies would get out their big soup pots. In a matter of hours, they would concoct over 150 quarts of the best vegetable beef soup ever made.
Around that same time, the Guild would sponsor a craft show and sell the soup by the quart or bowlful, as well as have a table of their own crafts to sell.
In the spring, the big event has always been the Card and Bingo party, originally held near St. Patrick's Day, but now moved to the week after Easter because of better weather condi-tions. The Mother-Daughter Banquet also provided a time for the group to socialize and be entertained. We understand that in the early days of the parish, the men of the Holy Name Society served the ladies breakfast on Mother's Day and the Altar Guild reciprocated and served the men breakfast on Father's Day.
Then there was the Trash and Treasure Sale. Re-member one man's trash is another man's treasure. Other projects have included the Cookie Walks, Easter and Christmas Candy sales, and recently writing and selling their own cookbook.
Not only do the members use their proceeds to purchase items needed for the parish, but they also have a rotating schedule by which they take tums cleaning the church each week before the weekend Masses.
In addition, the Guild members prepare and serve bereavement meals for parishioners and their families. They also are responsible for the dinner that our confirmation candi-dates have with the Bishop each time that we have Confirma-tion. Jn the early days of the parish, the Altar Guild served a breakfast after First Communion for all of the first communi-cants and also for the graduates on baccalaureate Sunday.
Being in the Altar Guild isn't all work and no play. The regular meetings held the first Monday of every month may feature a seasonal craft, a guest speaker, or a day trip to some nearby attraction. The past few years, they have planned over-night trips to Lancaster and surrounding areas. Christmas is always special. The last few years, the Guild has combined their Christmas party with the Knights of Columbus to have an even bigger party.
There is something for everyone in Altar Guild and it is not just open to ladies of the parish. It is open to men as well.
Be sure to read more history in the next bulletin.
ALTAR GUILD NEWS:
50/50 Raffle is now in progress. Tickets can be obtained through Altar Guild Members and af-ter Masses. $5 per ticket. Drawing will be held before 4pm Mass on Saturday, July 3rd and an-nounced at the end of Masses that weekend.
Our next meeting will be Monday, August 2nd, at 6pm in the Church Hall, or in the Pavilion if weather permits.
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO!
GARDEN ANGELS: THANK YOU for volunteering to spruce up our Church grounds with flowers! Plant-ing can begin after Mother’s Day and try for completion by this weekend,
Memorial Day. Remember to water and weed through the season. Anyone still interested in this ministry or with questions, can call Irene at 330-542-1143.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FATHER POPOVICH:
June 6th is Fr. Popovich’s 40th Anniver-sary of his Ordination. We have been blessed to have him serve us as he touched many lives at our parish. You may send congratulations at the follow-ing address: Fr. Stephen Popovich Liberty Health Care Center 1355 Churchhill Hubbard Rd., Apt. 112 Youngstown, OH 44505
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THE WEEK AHEAD:
MONDAY, May 31st Memorial Day (all Church offices closed) TUESDAY, June 1st 6pm St. Anthony Novena in Church (all are welcome) Prayer Group to Follow WEDNESDAY, June 2nd 9:30am Scripture Study in Church THURSDAY, June 3rd 6:30pm Men’s Group in Rectory FRIDAY, June 4th SATURDAY, June 5th SUNDAY, June 6th 8pm AA in Lower Hall
This bulletin is furnished to our parish without charge as the ad-vertisements that appear in it, completely defray its cost. Please patronize the sponsors located on the back pages of our bulletin.
Thank them for supporting our parish. This week’s adver-tiser is:
GEM YOUNG Sam Morocco-parishioner
M inister’s Schedule, June 5th/6th (If you are unable to come when scheduled, please arrange for a replacement!)
4pm 10:30am
Lector: D.Pitko S.Morocco
Servers: S.Semko
Eucharistic: T.Rutana T.Penwell T.Franjko B.Novad
Hospitality: B.Tabaka E.Novad H.Sherry B.Goterba
WEEKLY RESPECT LIFE QUOTE: Suicide:
Everyone is responsible for his life before God who has given it to him. It is God who remains the sovereign Master of life. We are obliged to accept life gratefully and preserve it for His honor and salvation of our souls. We are stewards, not owners, of the life of God has entrusted to us. It is not ours to dispose of. (2258)
PROJECT RACHEL OF NORTHEAST OHIO: If you are a mother suffering from an abortion deci-sion, know that there is Hope and Healing available. For CONFIDENTIAL help, text or call Project Ra-chel of Northeast Ohio at 330-360-0430 or go to https://hopeafterabortionneo.weebly.com/.
GRADUATION PRAYER:R: GRADUATION PRAYERR:Heavenly Father, as I graduate help me remember, I as I graduate help
am not alone!elp help
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You are my friend, help me meet new people.le.
You are my encourager, come build my confidence rager, come buand vision.
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You are my teacher, help me to learn and gain wis-help me todom.
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You are my comforter, hold me when I am lonely or er, hold me afraid.
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You are my counsellor, I share my excitement and ounsellor, I share my exworries with you.
exexcici my exou.ouou
You are my protector, I lay my life into your safe or, I lay myhands.
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Thank you for your presence with me now. Thank yoyoyoyoyou for yoyoyoyoyour p p p p presence with me now. yoyoyo p p pyoyourur p preresesencncyoyoyoyour p p p preseAmen!
nce nce resencresencen!en!!! Amenen!
St. Paul’s Prayer Group will be sponsoring the 13 Tuesday’s of St. Anthony Novena which began on March 16th and closes with Mass at 6pm on June 8th. We will gather in the Church at 6pm with social
distancing and follow the mask require-ment. We will hand out the book and prayer beads first time you come and these will be yours to use each week. Ex-position of the Blessed Sacrament will be offered during the Novena. ALL ARE WELCOME!
THE FLAG WILL FLY this Sun-day, May 30th, in memory of Walter Chaszeyka.
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“All power in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go, therefore,
and make disciples of all nations.’” ~Matthew 28:18-19
There are many ways to begin your journey in discipleship. First of all, I believe everyone must begin with their Faith. Faith is the foundation for becoming a true disciple of our Tri-une God. Second, realize that Christ is our savior and needed for salvation that only comes with faith. Love is the next factor in becoming a true disciple. God is love so fall in love with Him. We also need to read God’s Word daily. Scripture keeps everyone focused. Also recognize that the Holy Spirit is alive and active in your life. The Advocate gives everyone wisdom, courage, piety, knowledge, counsel, awe of God and under-standing of God’s Will. Next surround yourself with believers to help encourage you and give you strength. WE NEED SUP-PORT! Finally begin talking about Christ with others. Maybe begin with discussing Scriptures. Discussing religious themes, important lessons Jesus taught or why your faith exists can also be a starting point. Please remember that Christ came to make everyone disciples, not just believers.
Living Your Faith:
1. As May ends, bring some fresh flowers into your home to hon-or our Blessed Mother and Triune God.
2. Discuss your faith and why it is important in your life with family or friends.
Dear Parish Family,
For the next several weeks, we will be putting Bishop Bonnar’s Pas-tor letter in the bulletin, ‘TESTIFY TO THE LIGHT.’ Bishop Bon-nar writes in his introduction, “This has been a dark time. The death of Bishop George Murry, S.J., the political strife within our country, and the ongoing pandemic has made this a very trying time. One of the questions I have been personally addressing since my appoint-ment as the Sixth Bishop of Youngstown is: How can I, as a shep-herd, lead the flock of this diocese from the darkness of this unprece-dented time into the light? Through this pastoral letter, I seek to acknowledge the darkness of this time, revisit the importance of our Sacramental life together, highlight the value of Parish life, and five priorities for our journey into the future together.” Please read, and I pray that our new Bishop, David Bonnar, will help to lead us to the light of Christ.
HAVE A BLESSED EASTER~~Fr. Steve Priority # 3 - Communication The third priority that I invite you to work on with me is COMMUNICA-TION. Sadly, we are living in a time in which, for some, the Church has become irrelevant. We cannot stop inserting our voice into the world. As a diocese and in our parishes and schools we need to communicate
clearly and boldly. We need to ensure that what we do and who we are is transparent. We need to take ad-vantage of every media source at our disposal and use it for the good of the Church, be it newsprint, email, web site, television (CTNY) and social media. Social Media has become the new front door of the Church. We need to work hard to identify a seasoned expert who can co-ordinate all of these communication efforts and speak on behalf of our local Church. It is important that we meet the people where they are. I am asking all of our parishes to devote greater resources to social media. ***********************************************************************
CHURCH AT HOME COMBINED COLLECTION:
Next weekend parishes in the Diocese of Youngstown will hold the annual CHURCH AT HOME combined collection. This three-in-one collection supports the national and local work of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development, the Catholic Communications Campaign, and the Catholic Uni-versity of America/Newman Campus Ministries collection next weekend for the ministries of the CHURCH AT HOME. *********************************************************************** HOPE YOU READ THE FLYER INSERTED
INTO THE BULLETIN LAST WEEK:
The Catholic Diocese of Youngstown’s Guidance for Public Liturgies on Sunday and Weekday Mass Revised Directives
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