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TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME August 16, 2015 ST. JOSEPH PARISH 11045 St. Joseph Blvd. Mantua OH 44255 Parish Office PSR Office Ph 330-274-2253 / Fx 330-274-2254 Ph 330-274-2268 www.stjosephmantua.com E-Mail: [email protected] Find Us On Facebook & Follow Us On Twitter > StJosephMantua GOD’S WORD TODAY At every Mass we are nourished at two tables: the table of God’s sacred word and the table of the Eucharist. Today’s readings provide a feast for our souls. Wisdom, that mysterious feminine figure, invites all to her table to eat of her food and drink of her wine. This food helps us to “advance in the way of understanding.” As wise followers of the Lord, we listen to Jesus’ words: “I am the living bread that came down from heaven.” At the table of the Eucharist we feast on this, the most sacred of all foods. We eat and drink of the very body and blood of Christ. From both tables—word and Eucharist—we are given life in abundance. Let us hunger for wisdom and for the presence of Christ as the word of God is proclaimed this day. 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 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.

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TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

August 16, 2015

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

Parish Office PSR Office Ph 330-274-2253 / Fx 330-274-2254 Ph 330-274-2268

www.stjosephmantua.com • E-Mail: [email protected]

Find Us On Facebook & Follow Us On Twitter > StJosephMantua

GOD’S WORD TODAY At every Mass we are nourished at two tables: the table of God’s sacred word and the table of the Eucharist. Today’s readings provide a feast for our souls. Wisdom, that mysterious feminine figure, invites all to her table to eat of her food and drink of her wine. This food helps us to “advance in the way of understanding.” As wise followers of the Lord, we listen to Jesus’ words: “I am the living bread that came down from heaven.” At the table of the Eucharist we feast on this, the most sacred of all foods. We eat and drink of the very body and blood of Christ. From both tables—word and Eucharist—we are given life in abundance. Let us hunger for wisdom and for the presence of Christ as the word of God is proclaimed this day. 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 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.

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PASTOR’S CORNER Today’s readings present an interesting concept to us. They ask us to look more carefully or listen more attentively to those who we travel through this world with. Have you ever been challenged about an attitude or habit you may have? Once, in Okinawa while with the Marines I was “challenged” by a senior priest. He said he had heard I was arrogant and uncooperative while out on a training exercise. He was right … and I at first did not accept his criticism. Our first two readings admonish us to forsake foolishness. We are to live in accord with God’s will and spirit. John’s Gospel tells us we must eat and drink of Christ’s body and blood if we are to share eternal life. Of course our spiritual lives go beyond the walls of the Church. It is “in the city” that our faith can be tested by people and accepted practices. We can choose to conform or choose to “walk by faith.” Pray to God that we might be spiritually wise and strengthened by Eucharist. Pray further that when we are challenged or encouraged by someone with Gospel wisdom, we might have the faith and humility to listen. God bless!

Fr. Mike Garvey

LITURGICAL MINISTER SCHEDULE—8/22-23:

5:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. SERVERS M. Cymanski J. Gerhardt G. Lesnak A. Lysiak

LECTORS L. Brugmann B. Cleary J. Fitzgerald A. Brunton B. Custer *Lector Needed

EUCH. MIN. J. Robine J. Duriak T. Gross T. Sargiovanni P. Fussaro J. Herman G. Scopilliti B. Haas B. Marinelli J. Jakacki B. Sabol M. Jakacki G. Scopilliti G. Scopilliti R. Skocdopole SUPPORT MINISTRIES: MASS SET-UP B. Custer B. Sabol BREAD BAKER C. O’Donnell CLEANERS D. Fedor

STEWARDSHIP WAY OF LIFE SUNDAY COLLECTION (8/9): $4,385.00 ONLINE GIVING (8/9): $1,000.00 WEEKLY AMOUNT NEEDED: $6,125.00 OVER/UNDER: —$ 740.00 # OF ENVELOPES & ONLINE: 160 (of 517) CHILDREN’S OFFERING: $ 1.00

STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT A wise person recognizes that all we have comes from God. A wise person thanks God every day for all His many blessings. A wise person realizes that God has blessed us for a reason and He wants us to be partners with Him in His work here on earth.

LITURGIES FOR THE WEEK Sun. 8:30 a.m. Mass...... Charles Custer 10:30 a.m. Mass ... Richard & Robert Fedor Mon. No Liturgy Tues. 8:00 a.m. Mass...... People of St. Joseph Wed. 8:00 a.m. Mass...... For Those In Need Thur. 8:00 a.m. Mass...... John Hoey Fri. No Liturgy Sat. 4:00-4:30 p.m. Reconciliation 5:00 p.m. Mass ..... Charles Holka, Sr. Sun. 8:30 a.m. Mass...... John Finnerty 10:30 a.m. Mass ... Joseph Clark

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION If the alb is the premier baptismal garment, then why are there so many other styles of vesture in evidence in our parishes? In some places, altar servers and other ministers might wear a garment, usually black, called a cassock. Over that is normally worn a white garment (a “surplice”), reminiscent of the alb but much shorter, often of starched linen and trimmed with lace. The cassock is not a liturgical garment, but a clerical robe. Its origins lie in the religious habit of monks. By the late Middle Ages, diocesan priests and clerics increasingly were encouraged to emulate religious priests. Very small boys were often apprenticed to monasteries, especially for music education, and would be invested with a cassock and sometimes even inducted into the ranks of clerics. For centuries before the Reformation, it was required that all men entering higher education be clerics, and so the cassock and its variations became familiar academic garb. At the Reformation, many ministers retained a form of the cassock as ordinary dress, rejecting liturgical garments. In the seventeenth century, the English Civil War was in part provoked by the Archbishop of Canterbury’s insistence that ministers wear surplices. Although the Episcopal Church now retains “cassock and surplice” as the normal dress for lay men and women assisting at liturgy, Catholics are increasingly attentive to the deeply traditional treasure of the alb, our baptismal robe, when special liturgical vesture is needed.

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

Mon: Jgs 2:11-19; Ps 106:34-37,39-40,43ab,44; Mt 19:16-22 Tues: Jgs 6:11-24a; Ps 85:9, 11-14; Mt 19:23-30 Wed: Jgs 9:6-15; Ps 21:2-7; Mt 20:1-16 Thur: Jgs 11:29-39a; Ps 40:5, 7-10; Mt 22:1-14 Fri: Ru 1:1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22; Ps 146:5-10; Mt 22:34-40 Sat: Ru 2:1-3, 8-11; 4:13-17; Ps 128:1b-5; Mt 23:1-12 To Prepare For Next Weekend’s Mass . . . Sun: Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b; Ps 34:2-3, 16-21; Eph 5:21-32 [2a, 25-32]; Jn 6:60-69

THIS WEEK’S READINGS

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PRAYER INTENTIONS

Suzy Hafemeister Joyce Kantor Glen Barnes Paula Krebs Lynn Davis Joe Robine Tom Prusha Diane Sanderson Joseph Ventura Donna Sabarese Jo Marie Bailey Sabina Delgado Audrey Combs Kay Gray Irene Welling Kathleen Adams Joseph Stobierski Kari Hopp Natalie Cowling Dan Nuti Frances Strekal Andy Kollarik Robert Quinn Andrea Turner Cheryl Erickson Susan Temple Joan Kodash Renee Wiggins Pat Smith Dean Kohanyi Angie Daczko Mary Ann Feddor Jane Raps

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Our Chairperson’s Wrap-Up Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, August 23, @ 9:30 a.m. in Hughes Hall. All chairpeople (or a sub) are asked to please come with

feedback, suggestions, etc. so that we can make any adjustments or improvements for next year!!!

We currently have the Soft Serve Booth chairperson filled for 2016 - thanks Vince & Donna Festa and the Meat Slicing - thanks Geovanni Valdez. However, that leaves the Walking Taco Booth and Distribution both in need of chairpersons for next year.

Lost & Found A couple of tank tops were found in the Fair’s Distribution Room. If you have lost these and can identify them, please contact the Parish Office. In addition, we have several pairs of glasses and a couple of other items found during ORF clean-up.

Keep Up On The Latest ORF News! Please log on to www.stjosephmantua.com and click on the News & Events tab & Ox Roast Fair link for photos schedules, 51 years of history, and much more! Be sure to check there soon after the Fair for all the winners! Don’t forget to visit Facebook & “Like Us”, share with friends and family, post comments & photos, and learn all about the Ox Roast Fair!

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Fr. Michael Garvey’s Retirement Celebration

Sunday, August 30th 10:30 a.m. Outdoor Mass

in the Pavilion followed by a Parish Potluck Picnic

on grounds & in Hughes Hall

Please bring your lawn chairs

Angus Burgers, Hotdogs & Mac ’n Cheese provided by Sam Eisele Catering

Cake, beverages & place settings provided

Please sign-up in the Narthex indicating what dish you plan to bring to share & how many from your household will attend.

Would You Like To Help!

Please sign-up in the Narthex . . .

Pavilion & Hall Set-Up (Sat., Aug. 29th @ 6 p.m.)

Serving Assistance (during Sun. Celebration)

All Are Welcome!

RIB DINNERS FRIDAYS IN AUGUST Mantua Knights of Columbus are having Rib Dinners To Go featuring St. Louis cut ribs, fresh local corn on the cob, homemade coleslaw, baked beans, and baked potatoes. Don’t miss this delicious summer event August 21 & 28, 4:00-7:00 p.m. Choose a Small Meal with beans & slaw—1/2 slab $10.95 or full slab for $18.50 or a Large Full Meal with baked beans, slaw, baked potato & corn on the cob—1/2 slab for $12.50 or full slab $20.00. Please call 330-274-2576 for more details.

ARE YOU GRIEVING A LOSS? If you have lost a loved one, recently or not so recently, you may be experiencing the pain of grief. Grief is not a feeling for which we are often prepared. We recognize grief truly only when it actually visits us personally. “Getting over” grief is

not easy. There is no timetable for a respectable period of grieving called “normal.” Some people find help in their grief by not going it alone.

During October, St. Joseph will resume it’s bereavement program, Seasons of Hope. This is a non-threatening way to further healing the pain of loss “with the help of my Catholic faith.” Seasons of Hope is a group process. If you are interested in joining the group or would like to ask questions about it, please contact Sr. Joyce at the Parish Office (330-274-2253 or [email protected]).

MASS SCHEDULE CHANGE

Between Labor Day and Memorial Day, our Sunday Mass schedule changes

back to our usual calendar.

On Sunday, September 13, Masses return to 8:30 and 11:15 a.m.

(Saturday Mass remains at 5:00 p.m.)

GIVING LIFE “Very truly, I tell you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink His blood you have no life in you”. Are you being chosen to give life to His people as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life? To find out how to discern His call, please contact Fr. Luoni at [email protected] or 330-744-8451.

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LOVE THEM BOTH We must love them both—those whose opinions we share and those whose opinions we reject. For both have labored in the search for truth, and both have helped us in the finding of it. —Thomas Aquinas PILGRIMAGE TO PAPAL VISIT

Pope Francis will be visiting Philadelphia September 26 & 27 for events following the World Meeting of Families. Two parishes in the Youngstown Diocese are accepting individual reservations for their September 25-28 bus trips. Christ Our

Savior in Struthers (330-755-9966) and Blessed Sacrament in Warren (330-372-2215) have bus space available with travel arrangements made through Wendt Touring. Prices start at $579.00/person based on double occupancy. Package includes motor coach transportation, three nights lodging, Papal Mass & Festival of Families, four meals, reserved show ticket, baggage handling, gratuities for drivers & porters, escort. For a complete itinerary, additional pricing options, and further details, please contact David Wendt at 1-877-565-8687.

PIG ROAST AT ST. RAPHAEL CENTER St. Raphael Center’s Pig Roast is on Saturday, August 22, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Enjoy pork, potatoes, sides & dessert, cornhole & lawn darts, music, entertainment, 50/50 & Chinese raffles, and beer & wine. Come and enjoy a relaxing evening with friends and help them raise money for their “Rosary Garden”. Cost is $20/person or $30/couple (only 100 tickets available). St. Raphael Center is at 4365 Fulton Dr., NW, Canton. For more info., call 330-492-7018 or email [email protected]. MAGNIFICAT Mary, Queen of Heaven and Earth Chapter of Magnificat, a women’s ministry modeled after the Visitation, invites you to a Breakfast Saturday, August 29, at Walsh University, Barrette Center, 2020 East Maple Street, North Canton, Ohio. Join us in a spec ia l t ime of fe l lowship and sharing. Debbie Ventosa OFS will be the guest speaker. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. with Breakfast at 9:00 a.m. Cost is $18.00. Make checks payable to “Magnificat of Stark County” and send to Andrea Singarella, 1531 Radford NE, North Canton, OH 44720. Seating is limited. PLAN on getting your reservations EARLY! NO reservations will be accepted AFTER Saturday, August 22. For further information call Shirley DeOrio at 330-305-1146. There will be an optional Mass at 8:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel at Walsh University. NATIVITY OF MARY CELEBRATION St. Joseph Church, 2643 Waterloo Rd. in Randolph will celebrate the Nativity of Mary on Tuesday, September 8, at 6:30 p.m. in the Grotto. Following the Mass there will be a Rosary Procession and then desserts will be served in the totally refurbished school auditorium. For more information, please call 330-628-9941.

PSR ENROLLMENT PSR Enrollment is in advance of registration and is for students who will be attending our program for the first time this year. Our Faith Formation program for pre-school, elementary and Jr. High school age students is held in the school classrooms,

Sundays, 9:30-11:00 a.m., September-April. You can enroll your child/ren at the PSR Office 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday & 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Friday throughout the month of August or you can enroll your child/ren at the Parish Center during regular office hours. If your child was baptized at a parish other than St. Joseph Parish, please bring their baptismal records. If you have any questions or need any further info., please contact the Parish Office (330-274-2253) or Peg Haney (330-274-2268 or [email protected]).

CATECHIST MEETING There will be a meeting for all PSR Catechists and CLOW Ministers on Wednesday, August 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the All Purpose Room. At that time, we will be reviewing the calendar and activities for the year ahead. Teacher guides and weekly pamphlets will be available and distributed at this meeting.

5th GRADE PSR CATECHIST NEEDED The PSR program is in need of a 5th grade catechist for the 2015-16 school year. Our PSR catechists are individuals who have a call to teach and nurture growth in our faith with the children of our parish. The time commitment is an average of 2-3 hours a week mostly on Sunday mornings throughout the school year. All instructional materials are provided. Our program is a lively mix of prayer, instruction, and community service. If you think you might be interested in this rewarding position, or if you wish to discuss it further, please contact Peg Haney (330-274-2268 or [email protected]).

PSR OPENING DAY St. Joseph Parish’s School of Religion will reconvene on Sunday, September 13, beginning at 9:30 a.m. We will be hosting a Donut Social for all of our students and their parents. Registration (for parents of returning students) and classes will follow. PSR fees for the 2015-16 school year will remain the same: $30.00 per student, with an $80.00 maximum per family. Students receiving sacramental instruction (First Communion, Confirmation) pay an additional $25.00.

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Sun. ~ 4C’s Collection Weekend ~ 12:00-4:00 p.m....... Boy Scout Troop #575’s Eagle Court of Honor & Reception (Church/Hall) Mon. 7:30 p.m. ................. K of C Mtg. (K of C Hall) Tues. 7:00-8:30 p.m. ........ Boy Scout Mtg. (Mr. Ober’s) Wed. 8:00 p.m. ................. AA Mtg. (Hall) Thur. 7:00 p.m. ................. Music/Choir Rehearsal (Church) Fri. 4:00-7:00 p.m. ........ K of C Rib Dinners To Go (K of C) Sat. ~ Happy Birthday Father Garvey! ~ Sun. 9:30 a.m................... Ox Roast Fair Chairpeople’s Mtg. (Hall)

SYMPATHY We extend our sympathy to the family and friends of Stephen Baragry, brother of Julie Engelhart, who recently passed away. May our Lord comfort this family and welcome Steve to New Life in His Kingdom.

MARRIAGE IN CHRIST Congratulations are extended to Audra Cofojohn & Mike D’Amato who were united in the Sacrament of Matrimony on Saturday, August 15, 2015. May they continue to grow in their love for God and each other. ANNIVERSARY CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations are extended to John & Deb Kruis who celebrate 40 years of marriage on August 16. May you two continue be a blessing to God, to others, and to each other in your marriage together. 25th, 40th, 50th & OVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION The Office of Pro-Life, Marriage and Family Life of the Diocese of Youngstown will sponsor a Wedding Anniversary Celebration on October 11, 2:00 p.m. at the Basilica of St. John the Baptist in Canton, honoring couples observing their 25th, 40th, 50th and over wedding anniversaries in 2015. The Wedding Anniversary Celebration will include Mass with Bishop George V. Murry, S.J., renewal of marriage vows and a personalized certificate for each couple. Following the Mass, there will be a reception in the Cathedral Hall for the couples and their families hosted by the Basilica of St. John the Baptist. Couples should register for this event by contacting the Parish Office (330-274-2253) before September 11.

FATHER GARVEY’S BIRTHDAY—August 22nd May your special day be filled with the glory and wonder of His abiding love, and may you feel his presence throughout the coming year.

MARKET DAY FUNDRAISER ENDED World’s Finest® Chocolate, a family-owned business offering high quality fundraising products and programs, has agreed to acquire the Market Day brand. As a result, Market Day’s monthly grocery and event fundraising programs will be discontinued. A selection of Market Day products will continue to be sold at Gordon Food Service Store locations while supplies last.

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, Lenten Activities, Stations of the Cross, Spirituality Groups, 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 Aug. 16 - 23 ~