EASTER SUNDAY OF THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD

April 5, 2015

ST. JOSEPH PARISH 11045 St. Joseph Blvd. • Mantua OH 44255

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GOD’S WORD TODAY The first Easter Sunday must have been very difficult for the apostles. They had given up three years of their lives to follow the man they believed to be the Messiah, only to watch him be crucified and buried. All seemed lost. By fixating on the events of Good Friday, they had great difficulty understanding the message of resurrection at first. But their eyes and hearts were opened when Jesus spoke their names, ate with them, and breathed on them his gift of peace. From this moment, they were empowered and infused with a new courage and enthusiasm. With the gift of the Holy Spirit, they became powerful witnesses to the message of hope and new life. As we rejoice in the glory and power of the Resurrection, we come to realize that the victory of Christ over sin and death can likewise be ours. Let us live this Easter Day with faith and conviction, and then we will share forever in the fullness of Christ's resurrection.

From Saint Margaret Sunday Missal, © J. S. Paluch Co.

PASTORAL STAFF

Rev. Michael P. Garvey Pastor

Mr. Gerry Scopilliti Permanent Deacon

Sr. Joyce Schreiber, SND Pastoral Minister

Mrs. Margaret Haney Director of Religious Education

Mr. Bill Davies Music Minister

Mrs. Ruth Fitzgerald Administrative Secretary

Mrs. Kathi Trares Parish Secretary

Mr. Jason Garey Maintenance

LITURGY SCHEDULE

SATURDAY 5:00 p.m.

SUNDAY 8:30 and 11:15 a.m.

8:30 and 10:30 a.m. (Summer Schedule)

WEEKDAY 7:15 a.m. Mon. 8:00 a.m. Tues.-Thur.

HOLY DAYS & SPECIAL LITURGIES (please refer to bulletin)

RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION)

Saturdays 4:00-4:30 p.m.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION First Friday each month

6:00-9:00 p.m.

Please call the Parish Office for Mass & Prayer Intentions,

Carillon Memorials, Catholic Exponent,

Family Info. Changes, Bulletin News,

Parishioner Registration, or details about any

Parish Organizations, Committees and Ministries.

PASTOR’S CORNER Happy Easter everyone! Our time of prayer, penance, and offerings for the poor has come to an end. Now we rejoice that the Paschal Lamb, who was slain to overcome our sins and death, has truly risen and is alive among us. We are a blessed people and alleluia is our song, especially in this Easter season. We can sing and dance, hug, and shout for joy because Jesus is truly risen from the dead! This belief unites us as a chosen people, purchased at a great price and yet dedicated to live out Gospel truths. We can use our celebrations as a springboard to greater service and works of charity to many in our church and local community. Thanks to all who’s hard work made for beautiful liturgies this past week. Thanks, too. for the offerings for the Rice Bowl collection and for Our Holy Father’s collection. Lastly, thank you for sharing your time, talent, and treasure with our St. Joseph Church parish family. Enjoy today’s feasting and share God’s blessings with all our brothers and sisters in the Lord. Happy Easter!

Fr. Mike Garvey

LITURGICAL MINISTER SCHEDULE—4/11-12:

5:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. SERVERS E. Vanas J. Gerhardt J. Daczko L. Engelhart

LECTORS L. Brugmann J. Benek D. Bultinck K. Cofojohn B. Cleary D. Engelhart

EUCH. MIN. T. Caldwell G. Scopilliti B. Bash C. Clark C. Baumbick D. Bukas J. Cofojohn D. Baumbick C. Casalicchio C. Bichsel B. Colin A. Carlisle N. Daczko S. Carlisle M. Feddor SUPPORT MINISTRIES: MASS SET-UP S. Ebie A. Wetshtein/E. & S. Glova CLOW CATECHISTS B. Custer BREAD BAKER J. Romano CLEANERS K. Ryba

STEWARDSHIP WAY OF LIFE SUNDAY COLLECTION (3/22): $4,102.00 ONLINE GIVING (3/22): $ 455.00 WEEKLY AMOUNT NEEDED: $5,875.00 OVER/UNDER: —$1,318.00 # OF ENVELOPES & ONLINE: 161 (512) CHILDREN’S OFFERING: $ 0

Due to early bulletin deadlines, 3/29 collection figures will be in 4/11 bulletin

STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT: 50 DAYS OF JOY & GRATITUDE Pope Francis reminds us in The Joy of the Gospel, “Christ’s resurrection is not an event of the past”. We are reminded this Easter Sunday of the ever-living joy the resurrection brings. Often this joy gets lost in daily life and struggle. We are called to reclaim the joy of the resurrection and to be grateful for all God has done in our lives. We then can respond more authentically with our time, talent, and treasure. How can I grow in joy and gratitude this Easter season?

LITURGIES FOR THE WEEK Sun. 8:30 a.m. Mass....Flower Fund Intentions 11:15 a.m. Mass..Flower Fund Intentions Mon.-Fri. No Liturgy Sat. 4:00-4:30 p.m. Reconciliation 5:00 p.m. Mass....Bert O’Donnell Sun. 8:30 a.m. Mass....Mary Ann Koral 11:15 a.m. Mass..Joseph & Josephine Geiss BAPTIZED IN CHRIST

We welcome Grace Marie Depew, daughter of Robert & Sherry, who became a member of our faith by being baptized on March 29, 2015. We congratulate the parents, godparents, family and friends

of Grace as we pledge our prayers and support to help her grow strong in her faith.

CARILLON MEMORIAL

April 7 Charles Putka

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Our tradition has a way of honoring age-old customs, and is patient with how practices unfold in different places. The name of today’s feast illustrates this well. English is a Germanic language, and our word “Easter,” or German “Oester,” points back to the pagan goddess Eoestre, the star of the vernal equinox feast. The Greek title “Pasch” reaches back in a more helpful manner to the Hebrew “Pesach,” or “Passover.” “Paschal Triduum” may be slow to replace “Easter” in our vocabulary, but it is clearer about the mystery we celebrate today, the culmination of three days laden with mystery and meaning. You can hear the older term, and the resistance to English influence, in the Irish “Casca” and Scottish “Pask.” Romance languages stay close to the deep paschal tradition, with the French “Pâques,” Spanish “Pascua” and Italian “Pasqua.” Memories of our pagan past with “Oester” will not soon fade away: even Japanese Christians are under her spell, for today’s feast is called “ I-suta.” Swahili, a young language, takes the more traditional route with “Pasaka.” Each language yields a rich insight into the feast. Spanish includes a sense that today is a “big Sunday” by adding the designation “Pascua” to the greatest feasts, such as “Pascua de la Natividad” (Christmas). Once Christ is risen, every step of life’s journey is illuminated by the light of the Pasch!

—Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

Mon: Acts 2:14,22-33; Ps 16:1-2a,5,7-11; Mt 28:8-15 Tues: Acts 2:36-41; Ps 33:4-5,18-20,22; Jn 20:11-18 Wed: Acts 3:1-10; Ps 105:1-4, 6-9; Lk 24:13-35 Thur: Acts 3:11-26; Ps 8:2ab, 5-9; Lk 24:35-48 Fri: Acts 4:1-12; Ps 118:1-2,4,22-27a; Jn 21:1-14 Sat: Acts 4:13-21; Ps 118:1,14-15ab,16-21; Mk 16:9-15 To Prepare For Next Weekend’s Mass . . . Sun: Acts 4:32-35; Ps 118:2-4,13-15,22-24; 1 Jn 5:1-6; Jn 20:19-31

THIS WEEK’S READINGS

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PRAYER INTENTIONS

Susie Hafemeister Joyce Kantor Glen Barnes Paula Krebs Brenda Richards Josephine Rizzo Lynn Davis Joe Robine Tom Prusha Diane Sanderson Joseph Ventura Donna Sabarese Jo Marie Bailey Sabina Delgado Audrey Combs Kay Gray Irene Welling Mary Anne Painley Kathleen Adams Joseph Stobierski Kari Hopp Natalie Cowling Kathy Gray Dan Brezovec Betty Kwasny Dan Nuti Frances Strekal Andy Kollarik Jessie Urcheck Robert Quinn Andrea Turner Cheryl Erickson Amelia Miller Annette Carlisle Susan Temple Joan Kodash

EASTER FLOWERS

Our Easter Environment has been made possib le through gi f ts in the names of loved ones who are remembered in al l our Masses th is Easter .

These donat ions not only help prov ide our beaut i fu l Easter env i ronment but also ass ist wi th church envi ronment expenses throughout the year .

In Honor Of

Veronica Kasovich Dorothy Bilovesky Pat Longsway Olga Pratt Ruth Basel

In Memory Of

Jerome Basel Richard Pratt Michael & Doris Oslovic Charlotte Zorn Edward & Ursula Kuzniakowski Sue Kovach Anne & Durfee Aldrich Sas/Podojil Families Charlotte McTighe Christopher J. Nolan Joseph Kasovich Earl & Margaret Smith Schulz Family Bernie DelGuzzi Ed & Marie Sadon Timoney Family Stan & Mary Kosarek Martha & Bob Grayford Welling Family Theodore & Helen Kasovich Marie & Liam Grimley Angela Przybylski Adam P. Wetshtein Fr. Norm Smith Patricia Sargiovanni Katie & Adam Wetshtein, Sr. Joe & Kevin O’Connor Joanne Sustar Katrina & Louise Graber Roy Brugmann Rob Kasubick George Graber Rich Zalewski M. & S. Kasubick Pete Graber Bob Zalewski J. & T. Dunkel Romanello & Jasko Families Alan Zalewski Gorkorsch Family John & Florence Jakacki Lil Zalewski Mike & Apolonia Charnoky Edward & Margaret Roso Stan Zalewski John & Anna Glova Larry Postlethwait Charles & Noreen Custer Freeman Rooth Kalapos & Berzinskas Families James Custer Grace Waldeck Bert O’Donnell Lisa Bica Robert Sawyer Dorothy & Henry Van Dame, Jr. Raymond Stemnock Jane Sawyer Margaret & Henry Van Dame, Sr. Edward & Barbara Stemnock Walter Sawyer Robert Van Dame John Kochis Anne LaRuffa Bill & Rose Sontag Maria Jarek Lee Januszko Anthony & Elvera Sontag Sandee Malisiak Edward Januszko James & Josephine Gennaro Duane Malisiak Casalicchio Family George & David Skupski David Berish, Sr. Mary & Mike Terlecky Lottie & Charles Skupski Albert Kovach Dolores & Harry Cole Frank & Jennie Sobocinski Mary & Frank Brosovich Joe Koval Family Frank & Sue Sobie Mary Melito Joe Mahoney Family Thersa Pokryuka Ronald H. Surgeon Edna & Carl Hahn Frances & Ralph Lemmo Bodner Family Hank Kotkowski Joseph & Jeanette Chiancone Surgeon Family Art & Caroline Healy Ed & Marilyn Fitzgerald Dominic & Connie Zullo Selena & Robert Dumke, Sr. Bill & Pat Stenger John & Mary Jane Bujak Haberstroh & Kodash Family V.J. Bognar Family Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Skall Hugo Wenberg A.J. Pemberton Family Clarice (Shelly) Richards Leo & Sadie Walsh Charles & Geraldine Barnauskas Schrader Family Olivia Custer Dean DeLair Jay Anson Jacqueline Franks Carl J. Feddor C.W. Herbold Putka Family Jerome Basel Jane Kropp Soltis Family Tom Sevc Anne Robine Nonna Romano Onchak Families Donald Vanek Helen Delphia Zitner Families John Basel Regina Rozek Joseph Rozek

Additional Donations

Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Blake Ms. Barbara Gokorsch Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Emerick Mrs. Josephine Gobble Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Baumbick Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Chinchar Mr. & Mrs. Norm Sadowski Mr. & Mrs. Darrell Gullett Ms. Donna Delgado Mr. & Mrs. Dale Zullo

HUNGERING FOR CELEBRATION! We prayed, fasted and gave alms—and now we celebrate! Our Lenten journey with CRS Rice Bowl ends in our own hearts, where Jesus reigns forever. Let us rejoice in our risen Lord—and in the lives we’ve changed this Lent in Tanzania, Nicaragua, Niger, Lebanon, the Democratic Republic of Congo and all over the world! If you haven’t brought your Rice Bowl in, please do so as soon as possible. Thank you for your Lenten sacrifices that changes lives.

CREATING A CULTURE OF PROTECTION CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH ~ APRIL, 2015

Our diocese has policies and procedures to create a safe environment and protect children. Read the policies and learn how you can help create a culture of protection. For more information, please visit doy.org/index.php/child-policy.

BISHOP’S APPEAL FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIES AND CHURCH THANK YOU to all who made a commitment to the 2015 Bishop’s Appeal. To date 85 households have collectively committed $23,011.20. This brings us to 71% toward our Parish Appeal Goal of $32,400.00. If you have not yet made your commitment, please do so by sending your response to the Parish Office.

YOU’RE INVITED TO A NIGHT OF FUN! The Mantua Knights of Columbus are presenting A Night at the Races on Saturday, April 18, at their hall, 11845 St. Rt. 44. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., dinner is at 7:00 p.m., and races follow. There will also be an open bar, 50/50 raffle, side boards, and Chinese Auction. Catering is provided by Mantua Corners Catering. Tickets are $45.00 per single and $80.00 per couple (includes one horse). For tickets or more info., please contact Dan at 330-562-2471.

PARISH COUNCIL MEMBERSHIP We are currently taking nominations for parishioners to serve on the Parish Council. These positions are a 3-year term beginning in September, 2015. Parish Council meetings are usually held the third Wednesday of each month (September-May) at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Center. Ask yourself, “What gifts do you possess which will enhance the work of Pastoral Council?”. If you have an interest in serving your parish in this manner, please fill out a nomination card inserted in last weekend’s bulletin or available in the Narthex and place it in the Narthex collection box or contact the Parish Office by April 13.

WHY THE CHURCH ALWAYS NEEDS MONEY

Every need is an unfailing sign of life and growth. Body, mind, and soul have their needs and they must be met continually. A ministry that is constantly in need of funds is alive and growing and going somewhere. A dead ministry has no need and will not bother you.

THIRD ANNUAL PSR BAKE SALE The 6th & 7th grade students of PSR are sponsoring a Bake Sale to benefit the poor of the world on Sunday, April 12, after each of the Masses. Donations of baked goods

are needed (simply bring to their table in the hallway before Mass). Proceeds will be divided equally between St. Joseph Cares, Appalachian Experience, Catholic Charities, and Catholic Relief Services. Your support is appreciated.

TOTALLY CATHOLIC FUNDRAISING It is our privilege to offer you an opportunity to purchase beautiful imported hand-made Italian, Czech and Mexican rosaries, and a large variety of Catholic medals, crucifixes, necklaces, and bracelets. An assortment of First Communion, Confirmation and RCIA gift items are included. Please come past our display after Masses April 11/12 & 18/19 and see what we are offering. Your purchase of these quality items supports our parish youth activities and programs. Thank you for your support!

FIRST COMMUNION RETREAT The First Communion Retreat is on Saturday, April 18, 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. beginning in Hughes Hall. Please bring a drink or snack to share. If you have any questions, please contact Peg Haney at 330-274-2268 or phaney@stjosephmanta.com. First Communion will take place on Sunday, May 3, at the 11:15 a.m. Mass.

2015 OX ROAST FAIR NEWS Have you picked up your raffle tickets? Par ish ioners are encouraged to sell at least two books of tickets for this year’s fabulous fundraiser (more available from Parish Office). Everyone is reminded to turn in your sold tickets and money ASAP. First prize is a Harley Street Glide Special FLHXS Motorcycle valued at $20,599.00+ & supplied by Carlton Harley Davidson of Mantua. If you’re not interested in the bike, Carlton’s will help the winner facilitate a sale. Second prize is $3,000.00 cash! Tickets may also be purchased at area events, online at stjosephmantua.weshareonline.org, or during the 52nd Ox Roast Fair, July 17-19.

CAN YOU HELP WITH OUR WISH LIST? • 3 Wooden Barrels for Beer Booths

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• Pool Chemical Buckets with screw on lid to use as electrical box covers

• Anti-fatigue Mats for booths

• Working Refrigerators (pick-up service available; $100 donation slip provided for tax purposes )

• Soft Serve Booth Chairperson trainee

• Casino Dealers & Wheel Volunteers (training provided early for any experience level)

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Sun. ~ Happy Easter! ~ No PSR Classes / CLOW Mon. All Day.........................Parish Offices Closed 10 a.m.-7 p.m. ............Appal. Exper. Rummage Sale Drop-off (K of C) 6:30-7:30 p.m.............Exercise Class (1/2 Hall) 7:00-8:00 p.m.............Cub Scout Mtgs. (Classrooms) 7:00 p.m. .....................K of C Women’s Auxiliary Mtg. (K of C) 7:30 p.m. .....................K of C Mtg. (K of C Hall) Tues. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. ............Appal. Exper. Rummage Sale Drop-off (K of C) 7:00 p.m. .....................Women’s Spirituality Group Mtg. (PC) 7:00 p.m. .....................St. Joseph Cares Mtg. (APR) 7:00-9:00 p.m.............Boy Scout Mtg. (Hall) Wed. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. ............Appal. Exper. Rummage Sale (K of C Hall) 4:30-5:30 p.m.............Market Day Pick-Up (Hall) 7:00 p.m. .....................Garden Club Mtg. (PC) 7:00 p.m. .....................Ox Roast Fair Core Group Mtg. (Miller’s) 7:30 p.m. .....................K of C 4th Degree Mtg. (K of C) 8:00 p.m. .....................AA Mtg. (Hall) Thur. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. ............Appal. Exper. Rummage Sale (K of C Hall) 6:00-7:30 p.m.............G.S. Troop #90015 Mtg. (APR) 6:30-7:30 p.m.............Exercise Class (1/2 Hall) 7:00 p.m. .....................Music/Choir Rehearsal (Church) Fri. 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. ...Promise Homeschool Co-op (School Bldg.) Sat. After Mass ..................Totally Catholic Fundraising (Narthex) Sun. 9:30-10:50 a.m. ..........PSR Classes (Classrooms) 9:30-11:00 a.m. ..........RCIA (PC) After Mass ..................Totally Catholic Fundraising (Narthex) After Masses...............PSR 6th grade Bake Sale (Hallway) At 11:15 a.m...............CLOW (Conf. Rm.)

SPRING CLEANING! The Appalachian Experience group is hosting a Huge Rummage Sale at the Mantua K of C Hall on Wednesday, April 8, 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., and Thursday, April 9, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Donations of clean, usable items are appreciated and may be dropped off at the front entrance of the K of C Hall on Monday, April 6, 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., and Tuesday, April 7, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., or by appointment. No TV’s please. Questions? Please contact Dan & Sean Fejes (330-274-2481) or Margie Cleary (330-274-7274).

Many thanks to my Saint Joseph's family for making my retirement party so very special. The day was absolutely wonderful and I truly appreciate all the kind words, the many warm hugs, and the very thoughtful gifts I received. An extra thanks to Father Garvey and the Garden Club for all they did to make that Sunday so special. I am truly grateful. Many, many thanks. —Jan Huter

Christian Formation & Education

PARISH SCHOOL OF RELIGION: Pre-School—8, 9:40 –11:00 a.m. Sundays, September-May.

CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD (CLOW): age 4 - grade 2 during Sunday Masses.

CATHOLIC SCHOOL EDUCATION: Please visit our website’s Religious Education page for a link to options for your children.

RCIA (RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS): Sundays, 9:30-11:00 a.m. in the Parish Center. Please contact the Parish Office for details.

FAITH ENRICHMENT: Offered periodically throughout the year including Bible Study, Advent Prayer Services, activities following Lenten Soup Suppers, Stations of the Cross, Eucharistic Adoration, Rosary Recitations, and Prayer Services. Please consult bulletin. Support Ministries & Spiritual Care

AWAKENING FAITH: Six week series held early in the year inviting Catholics to reconnect to their faith. Invitational flyers provided.

HOMEBOUND & HOSPITALIZED: Making present God’s love and the Church’s care to those in need. Please call the Parish Office if you know of anyone who’d like a visit.

FUNERALS: Please contact the Parish Office as soon as possible after the death of your loved one so that we may help you during your time of sorrow.

SEASONS OF HOPE: Bereavement support program helping to explore mourning through Scripture, prayer, reflection activities, and faith sharing. Six week sessions held in Fall and Spring.

Celebrating Sacraments

BAPTISM: Please call the Parish Office for Parent Preparation Sessions and scheduling.

FIRST EUCHARIST: Preparation & celebration held during 2nd grade.

CONFIRMATION: Celebrated with the Bishop annually for Catholics in 8th grade (or older) who have attended preparation classes.

RECONCILIATION: Saturdays, 4:00-4:30 p.m., or any time by appointment. Communal services held during Advent and Lent.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Contact the Parish Office to inform us of anyone who is sick (home or hospital) for visitation or anointing. Communal services are held each Fall.

MARRIAGE: Couples should contact the Parish Office/Priest before making any arrangements for marriage (at least 6 months in advance). Couples must be registered in the parish and participate in the marriage preparation program.

HOLY ORDERS: For information on religious life, please contact Diocese of Youngstown’s Director of Vocations at 330-744-7451.

~ For the Week of Apr. 5 - 12 ~