Saint John of the Cross Roman Catholic Parish

Jesus said to them, “Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men.” - Mark 1:17 January 21, 2018

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A PRAYER FOR LIFE

What’s Happening … Note from Our Pastor ..........2 Verses & Prayers .............. ….3 Parish News and Events……. 4 Collection for Latin America CDs on Sale Pasta with Padre: Feb. 10 Your Financial Stewardship Spring Extravaganza Planning Fr. Mehok Scripture Study Parish Life Events

Pancake Breakfast for Life Stop by the Parish Community Center on Sunday, Jan. 21 between 9 am and 1 pm and enjoy a Pancake Breakfast with pancakes, eggs, bacon and sausage for a free-will offering to support 40 Days for Life and sponsored by Knights of Columbus.

Respect Life Activities: .........5 9 Days for Life Novena Day of Prayer for the Unborn Poverty/Migration Awareness Pray for Christian Unity Parish Activities Schedule Faith In Action Today: ..........6 St. John of the Cross Staff Ministry & Mass Schedules ..7

Saint John of the Cross Parish, 140 Richmond Rd., Euclid OH 44143 216.289.0770

facebook.com/sjocp saintjohnofthecross.org

A Note from Our Pastor I went into my office this morning with a cup of tea, and did a search on Google. I almost dreaded seeing the results of that search as I knew that the numbers would be astounding. I knew that I would see the numbers ticking higher and higher as the seconds passed, and that each uptick represented the death of another child. I had Googled, “How many abortions since Roe v. Wade?” I sat at my desk and watched the numbers climb, each one another life taken, another life lost. I wondered what had brought the individuals to that place where they felt that there were no other options. I wondered about the ramifications, both physical and emotional, I wondered how we, as a country, who fights so hard for the rights of so many, could, in so many ways and so many times, fail to fight for the rights of the most vulnerable ... the unborn. Sunday, January 22 marks the 45th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision to legalize abortion in our country. At the time of the writing of this reflection, 60,081,345 abortions had taken place in the US since that day. It was John Paul II who challenged our culture to live not in a culture of death, but in a culture of life, and he challenged the people of the U.S. with these words, “America you are beautiful … and blessed … The ultimate test of your greatness is the way you treat every human being, but especially the weakest and most defenseless. If you want equal justice for all and true freedom and lasting peace, then America, defend life.” He called us all to defend ALL life, the lives of the unborn, the young, the old, the healthy, the sick … ALL life. So, let us pray for an end to abortion. Let us become involved in the prolife movement. Go to http://www.usccb.org/about/pro-life-activities for more information. Let us not be selective in the lives that we value, the groups whose rights we are willing to fight for. Instead, let us, as Jesus did, put value on the lives of every human being, every child of God, from conception to natural death. Let us do all that we can to promote a culture of life, a culture in which every life is treasured. God’s peace,

Father Salvatore Ruggeri

Our Mission We are the Catholic Community of St. John of the Cross, established in 2009. Uniting the people of God as one family, we are rooted in, and empowered by, our sacramental life and Eucharistic celebrations. Living as disciples of Jesus Christ, we recognize our God given potential and challenge one another to share our giftedness, embrace our diversity, and engage in social outreach, service and education. In doing so, we seek to extend the reign of God in Euclid and the wider community.

Questioning your faith or need help with an issue in your life? Talk to our pastor. Set up appointment with Fr. Sal by calling 216.289.0770 or emailing to [email protected]. 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time

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January 21, 2018

Scripture Readings for the Week Sunday: John 3:1-5, 10 Psalms 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9 [4a] 1 Corinthians 7:29-31 Mark 1:14-20 Monday: 2 Samuel 5:1-7, 10 Psalms 89:20, 21-22, 25-26 [25a] Mark 3:22-30 Tuesday: 2 Samuel 6:12b-15, 17-19 Psalms 24:7, 8, 9, 10 [8] Mark 3:31-35 Wednesday: 2 Samuel 7:4-17 Psalms 89:4-5, 27-28, 29-30 [29a] Mark 4:1-20 Thursday: Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22 Psalms 117:1bc, 2 [Mark 16:15] Mark 16:15-18 Friday: 2 Timothy 1:1-8 or Titus 1:1-5 Psalms 96:1-2a, 2b-3, 7-8a, 10 [3] Mark 4:26-34 Saturday: 2 Samuel 12:1-7a, 10-17 Psalms 51:12-13, 14-15, 16-17 [12a] Mark 4:35-41 Next Sunday: Deuteronomy 18:15-20 Psalms 95:1-2, 6-7, 7-9, [8] 1 Corinthians 7:32-35 Mark 1:21-28

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Mass Intentions for the Week Monday, Jan. 22 6:30 pm

Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children Unborn Children

Tuesday, Jan. 23 8:15 am

Weekday St. John of the Cross Parish Family

Wednesday, Jan. 24

St. Francis de Sales

Thursday, Jan. 25 6:30 pm

The Conversion of St. Paul St. John of the Cross Parish Family

Friday, Jan. 26 8:15 am

Ss. Timothy & Titus St. John of the Cross Parish Family

Saturday, Jan. 27 4:00 pm

Weekday Joe Caresani

Sunday, Jan. 28 9:00 am 11:00 am

4th Sunday in Ordinary Time St. John of the Cross Parish Family John Briganti

Pray for the Sick of the Parish and their Caregivers Beverley Argento Lew Ballard Jim Brown Noella Burrows Chester Campana Tim Carlile Jane DePalma David DeProspero Lillian Dolenc Constance Durrah Mary Frain Marie George Ann Grossman Joe Hocevar

Marlene Hoageson Andrew Jarm Doris Kowalski Lucille Kucharski Joan Latessa Mili Lekan Marie Lipold Bill Magri Joe Matejka Ronald Maxey Rudy Myeress Jeff Monger John Paglia Linda Palko

Joe Pastore Anna Pepock Joan Raddell Pat Rossoll Martha Rymer Jerry Scarniench Judy Schmidt Mary Singer Carole Smigelski Frank Somrack Mary Somrack John Tarmann John Tousel Rita Vaitkus

Remember our elderly and homebound in prayer as well. Please notify the Parish Office when a name can be removed from this list.

ST. JOHN OF THE CROSS PRAYER NETWORK HOTLINE 216-289-0770 ext. 27 Call and leave a short message regarding your request. Let us know when your request has been answered. We can also offer prayers of thanksgiving. All information will be kept confidential.

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January 14, 2018

Parish News & Events Collection for El Salvador - Jan. 27-28 A collection for Latin America-El Salvador will take place next weekend. Envelopes will be available in the Gathering Area, please drop them in the regular collection basket. This appeal is the main support for two diocesan priests who work in the two parishes served by our Mission office. This appeal also contributes to the formation of seminarians, religious and lay leaders in 23 countries across Latin America.

Give the Gift of Music

May 5 is the date of our 4th Annual Spring Extravaganza. If you would like to be part of the committee or help out at the event, the first planning meeting is Jan. 28 at 10 am in Meeting Room 2. For questions, contact Marilyn Wagner at 216.235.4018.

Scripture Study

The new music CD, “Blessed Beyond Measure,” is a fundraiser for St. John of the Cross Ministries and can be purchased for $20 each online at www.saintjohnofthecross.org/cd or by calling the Parish Office at 216.289.0770.

The Gospel of St. Mark will be studied with Fr. Mehok on Mondays at 7:30 pm in Rm. 6 of the Parish Community Center.

Save the Date: February 10 Saturday, Feb. 10 at 5 pm is the “Pasta with Padre” Dinner. Join Father Sal for his secret sauce recipe, pasta, meatballs, salad, rolls, desserts and nonalcoholic beverages … all for just $10. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. It’s an opportunity to fellowship and celebrate the parish.

Parish Family Life Events Welcome If you are visiting, we welcome you and hope you will join us again. You can find out more about us on www.Facebook.com/sjocp.

Membership

Your Financial Stewardship Last Week Giving ......................................................................... $4,570.00 Maintenance Giving ................................................................... $1, 098.00 Online Giving .................................................................................. $971.00 Online Maintenance Giving ............................................................ $228.50 Total...................................................................................... $6,867.50 Thanks for your generous support towards our mission to serve God! *****************************************************************

2017 Contribution Statements will not be mailed out to you this year unless requested. Please fill out the form below and drop off the form either at the parish office, green drop box or in the collection basket. All statements requested will be mailed out before the end of January. Name _____________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________ 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time

Save the Date: Extravaganza!

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If you wish to become a member of our parish, complete the online form on our website, visit the parish office, or call us. We look forward to welcoming you!

Baptism Expectant parents are to attend a Baptism Class prior to scheduling a Baptism. Contact the parish office to discuss arrangements.

Marriage Wedding arrangements are to be made at least six months in advance. Please call Fr. Sal at the Parish Office. January 21, 2018

Respect Life Activities 9 Days for Life: January 18-26 9 Days for Life is a "digital pilgrimage" of prayer and action focused on cherishing the gift of every person's life. A multi-faceted novena highlighting a different intention each day provides reflections, bonus information, and suggested actions. Join to receive the novena through the 9 Days for Life app, daily emails, or daily texts from our website, www.saintjohnofthecross.org. You can also pick up a copy of the novena in the Gathering Area.

Day of Prayer for Unborn Children: Jan. 22 As individuals, we are called to observe this day through the penitential practices of prayer, fasting and/or giving alms. Another way to take part is through participating in special events to observe the anniversary of Roe v. Wade. The Diocese of Cleveland will observe a Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children with Mass celebrated at the Cathedral of Saint John the Evangelist on Monday, Jan. 22 at 10 am. A rosary for life will immediately follow the liturgy.

Poverty & Migration Awareness Month PovertyUSA is a domestic anti-poverty program of the U.S. Catholic Bishops and an initiative of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD). Visit PovertyUSA.org as they seek to educate and promote understanding about poverty and its root causes. Please pray for Migrants and Refugees. The theme, “Many Journeys, One Family,” draws attention to the fact that each of our families have a migration story, some recent and others in the distant past. Go to the USCCB website www.JusticeForImmigrants.org to learn more.

International Week of Prayer for Christian Unity - January 18-25 The annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity begins Thursday, Jan. 18, reaches its midpoint on Ecumenical Sunday, Jan. 21, and concludes on Thursday, Jan. 25. Join Christians worldwide in embracing the 2018 theme, “Your Right Hand, O Lord, Glorious in Power” (Exodus 15:6), which praises God’s ability to form a faithful people, committed to justice, compassion, mercy – and reconciliation. Please use this special week to deepen your appreciation of the ecumenical movement. Learn more at www.saintjohnofthecross.org.

Parish Activities Schedule Monday, January 22 7:00 pm RCIA (SHR) 7:00 pm Financial Peace (Rm.7) 7:30 pm KofC Meeting (PC)

Tuesday, January 23 5:30 pm Legion of Mary (MR2) Wednesday, January 24 7:00 pm Women in Faith(MR2) Thursday, January 25 6:30 pm Bingo #4 (G) Friday, January 26 8:00 pm AA Meeting (Rm. 6) Saturday, January 27 7:00 am Men’s Prayer Group (Rm. 6) Sunday, January 28 10:00 am Extravaganza Mtg. (MR2) C-Church PC-Parish Community Center MR2-Meeting Room #2 G-Gym Rm. 6-8 in Parish Community Center

Interested in joining our parish or becoming Catholic? Call (216) 289-0770 to set up an appointment. 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time

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January 21, 2018

F.I.A.T.: “Faith In Action Today” Just as in Mary’s “fiat,” the moment she said “yes” to God, may you also say “yes” to sharing your gifts in His service. This week, we recognize the St. John of the Cross Parish staff who goes above and beyond their job duties to assist with ministries’ activities and parish events to help fulfill the mission of the Church. They are truly instruments of God’s work … thank you!

Saint John of the Cross Parish Staff Most of you know our priests and music director, but you may not know the people that work behind the scenes at the parish office in the rectory or on the grounds. If you see one of them working, introduce yourself and thank them for their service and dedication. Read their biographies or contact them for assistance from our parish website at saintjohnofthecross.org/ staff. You can send a note of thanks to their email addresses if you’d like.

Meet Our New Pastoral Associate

Tara Mowery Pastoral Associate 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time

This month, we welcome our new Pastoral Associate, Tara Mowery to the parish staff who comes to us from Shrine of the True Cross in Dickenson, Texas where she served as Coordinator of Youth Ministry. Tara received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Guelph, Canada, with specialized honors in Theoretical Physics and received her Master of Science in Physics from Queen’s University at Kingston, Canada. Tara was born in Toronto, Canada. She met her husband, Daniel, through the Catholic Newman Center at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. The two have much in common, including a pursuit of science, a love of studying Scripture, a strong Catholic faith and share the same Confirmation name from Michael the Archangel. Tara discerned a call to ministry as a vocation and profession, and moved to the Texas Gulf Coast where she earned two certificates in Youth Ministry. Read more about Tara on our website. 6

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Need to Know Ministers Schedule — January 27-28, 2018 Masses:

Presiders

Saturday Fr. Sal 4 pm

Greeters

Lector 1

Lector 2

Eucharistic Ministers

Servers

J. Buda A. Molle

M. Monger

J. Monger

D. Abreo, C. Barni, T. Brokamp, K. Brown, F. Buda, T. Burrello, M. Monger, S. Ruggeri

K. Brokamp J. Monger

T. Chounet M. Singer

L. Miller

D. Wagner

L. Bochenek, J. Chounet, M. Gricar, C. Gricar, N. Powell, J. Volk, R. Volk, M. Wagner

A. Somich A. Somich

Sunday 9 am

Fr. Mehok

Sunday 11 am

Fr. Timothy D. Mallet M. Van Gorder

D.Apanasewicz R.Apanasewicz J. Berquist, J. Dreyer,

E. Dulaney, F. Koballa, A. Koballa, J. Matlock, D. Rymer

A.Apanasewicz O. Matlock

Visiting Eucharistic Ministers

Counters

Richmond Heights Hospital Wednesday, January 24 ....................................... Katie

Monday, January 29 .................................... “A” Team

Grande Pointe Sunday, January 28 ...................................... Eric & Jeff Waterford Sunday, January 28 .............................. Legion of Mary

Parish Staff & Office Hours

Mass Schedule

Rev. Salvatore M. Ruggeri ............ Pastor

Celebration of Eucharist

Rev. Timothy Buyansky, OSB ....... Weekend Assistant

Saturday Vigil ........................ 4:00 pm

Rev. Edward E. Mehok ................. Weekend Assistant

Sunday .................................. 9:00 am & 11:00 am

Rev. Mr. Charles Doerpers ........... Deacon

Monday & Thursday ............. 6:30 pm

Dr. Francesco Binda ...................... Director of Music

Tuesday & Friday .................. 8:15 am

Terri Burrello ................................ Sacristan

Holy Day ................................ 8:15 am, noon & 6:30 pm

Anita Linsky .................................. Secretary

Eucharistic Adoration

Kay Magri ...................................... Business Manager

First Friday ............................ 9:00 am—4:00 pm

Tara Mowery ................................ Pastoral Associate Nancy Powell ................................ Bookkeeper

Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday ................................ 3:00—3:30 pm

Parish Office Hours

Rosary follows Tuesday and Friday am Masses

Monday−Friday ............................. 8:00 am−4:00 pm Saturday ........................................ 9:00 am−1:00 pm

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