FEBRUARY 12, 2012 .

SIXTH SUDAY I ORDIARY TIME

A friend of mine had been out of work for over a year. He spent
a good deal of time each week contacting businesses, sending out
rsums, and filling out applications. In the first few months he was
pretty hopeful, but then after a while I could start to see how the lack of
securing a new position was beginning to weigh on him. As a house-
hold, they had come to rely solely on his wife's income. When the un-
employment ran out and they began to dip into savings, my friend's
confidence was shaken. When he landed a new job he was overjoyed,
and even though it was not as prestigious as his previous employment,
my friend couldn't wait to tell others about his good fortune.
In some ways my friend was a bit like the leper in the Gospel
today. He lost what he once had. In my friend's case it was a job; for
the leper it was his health. They both ended up in a situation that made
them feel isolated, cut off from ordinary life. Despite that, neither of
them gave up. My friend kept looking for work; the leper took the initiative to seek out Jesus. And both of
them ended up with something they were looking for and they had to tell others.
Often when we have good news, we like to share it, especially if it impacts how others might view us.
For the leper, bragging about his cure meant that he would be welcomed back into society. For my friend,
sharing the good news about his new job helped to validate his self-worth at a time he was struggling. Being
saved by Jesus is the best thing that has happened to any of us. We don't have to go around telling that story
every minute of every day. But it's not a story we should keep secret either. Is there someone with whom you
can share the good news?
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Rectory: 440-934-4212 Fax: 440-934-0507
E-mail: stmaryavon@centurytel.net Website: www.stmaryavon.org
School: 440-934-6246 Convent: 440-934-5173
FR. C. THOMAS CLEATO, PASTOR
Rev. Arthur B. Egan, Pastor Emeritus


MASSES: COFESSIOS:
Saturday Evening4:00 pm Saturday.2:30-3:30 pm
Sunday....8:00 am,10:00 am, 12:00 oon Monday..7:00-7:25 pm
Monday & Thursday...7:30 pm
Tues., Wed, Fri.8:30 am MIRACULOUS MEDAL OVEA
Saturday Morning .. 8:30 am Monday...7:30 pm
Holy Days: Vigil...7:30 pm
Holy Days..8:30 am, 7:30 pm EUCHARISTIC ADORATIO
Holidays.9:00 am Thursday.1:00-7:00 pm

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK: Patricia Carnac, John
Matthew Gibson, Joan Rodger, Thomas Richards, Mary Anne Ber-
thold, Kristy OBrien, Debra Deremiak, Gwendolyn Gurney, Joan
Votes, Elizabeth Conners, Chuck Docs, Anita Grant, Jim Hricovec,
J. Koerner, Owen Winters, Genevieve Smith, Robert Gates, Virginia
Sump, Thomas Ackerman, June Naelitz, Kate Liauw, Arthur Rossi,
Diane Urig, Martha Adkins, Natalie Butchko, Wendy Hallier, Carol
Gates, Robert Werner, Sr., Bob DeChant, John Khoma, Vicky Motes,
Kathleen Mahoney, Jeffrey Hostottle, Brenda Hazelwood, Bill
Grabert, Alexa Jennings, Barbara Milota, Ryan Case, Irene Chrulski, ,
Benita Tabler, George Drda, Annette Vance, Stanley Perusek, Gloria
Simon, Kerry Coleman, Josephine Jankowski, Dan Kelovsky,
Kathleen Drellishak, Sandra Pitts, Rosemary Wysocki, William
Skall, Rose Abfall. Marie Mayton, Patricia Kiskin, Henry
McCowan, Kennedy oar. Betty Drda, Evelyn DeChant. Dar-
lene Julius, Laura Reinders. Urban Klingshirn. If anyone
needs communion to be administered to a HOME BOUD indi-
vidual, please contact the Rectory to make the appointment.

LAST WEEKS OFFERTORY COLLECTION:
Last weeks collection was $11,162.05. Latin American
Collection $492.50. This year's budget is based on a
weekly offering of $10,200.00.

SPONSOR OF THE WEEK: Please support our
sponsor, Carolyn B. Crowell, D.M.D.(Pediatric Dentistry)
and Charissa Katzan McCune. D.D.S., M.S.D.
(Orthodontics Specialist)

CPO GIFT CARDS: Are available for purchase. Please
call the Convent at 440-934-5173.

ROSARY: We need more people to come and say the
Rosary on Sunday mornings at 9:30 am. Please come
and join us.

ROSARIES: Anyone interested in making Rosaries
for the troops contact Tony Fantozzi 934-4386









THE LIVING STATIONS OF
THE CROSS: On Friday, March
23, 2012 at 7:00 pm, St. Mary
will host a special presentation.
While praying the stations, you
will witness each one come to life
in dramatic fashion acted out by
Elyria Catholic High School students. This is a
powerful performance for the entire family that you
wont want to miss.

2012 Catholic Charities Annual Ap-
peal: Many of our parishioners will receive a
mailing from Bishop Lennon regarding the 2012
Catholic Charities Annual Appeal This years
theme is I am Catholic, which calls to mind all the
unit, strength and good we can accomplish to-
gether in faith. The impact of Catholic Charities in
our neighborhoods and cities cannot be under-
stated. Please read the letter carefully, prayerfully
consider an increase in your amount and mail your
pledge today to this very important appeal. To
view stories of inspiration go to
www.catholiccomunity.org/2012 Appeal.
Prayers of the Faithful:
That as Catholics, we will make a decision to care
for the elderly and infirmed, those who are hungry
and homeless, disabled children and adults and
families in crisis by making a generous pledge to the
Catholic Charities Annual Appeal. We pray to the
LordIn thanksgiving for Catholic Charities
100 years of helping our friends and neighbors in
need..........We pray to the Lord.

St. Mary's Lenten Fish Fries are com-

ing! The dates are 2/24, 3/9, and
3/23. Hours will be from 4:00 pm
- 7:30 pm. If there are any parish-
ioners who would like to donate
Lake Erie Perch to be used at the
fish fries, please contact Tom Hricovec at 934-1586
or Herman Wearsch at 937-5159.

***Meetings/Events***
Mass for the Living & De-
ceased Members of the
HNS - Today,8:00 am Mass-
meeting following.
World Marriage Day - To-
day, February 12.
Happy Valentines Day!! -
Tuesday, February 14.
ALTAR SERVERS FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 13:
Monday,
7:30 pm Colin & Noah Mangan, Jack Yeager
Tuesday,
8:30 am Kelsie McNally, Nicolle Lesiw
Wednesday,
8:30 am Becky Horvath, Amy Vorisek, Emily Marshall
Thursday,
7:30 pm Lauren Van Niel, Julia Randolph
Friday,
8:30 am Julia Randolph, Cara Provenzale
Saturday,
8:30 am Jack & Kelsie McNalley, Alex Mrosko
4:00 pm Madeline & Nick Difilippo
Sunday,
8:00 am Jack Yeager, Colin Mangan, Andrew Vamospercsi
10:00 am Julia Randlolph, Morgan Thomas
12:00 pm Carly Holowecky, Lucy Greaney

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS FOR THE WEEKEND OF FEBRUARY 18/19:
Avon Oaks: (Tues. 2/15 Communion ) Ken Ganobsik, Maurine Mescan
(Wed.2/16 Communion) Veronica Kowalski, Mary Kissell
(Fri.2/17 Communion) Lisa Marshall, Marie Meckes
Saturday,
4:00 pm Lori Yeager, Toni Burch, Sheila Rice-Dane, Sue and Al Tegel.
Sunday,
8:00 am Judy Neal
10:00 am Mary Brownfield, David Sandy, Annie Gomos, Therese Olsavsky, Sherry Rouse.
12:00 pm Dan Briehl

LECTORS FOR THE WEEKEND OF FEBRUARY 18/19:
Saturday,
4:00 pm Ed Fleming
Sunday,
8:00 am Meredith Traxler
10:00 am Zach Demer
12:00 pm Kathy Petersen

MASSES FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 13:

Monday, February 13, Weekday
7:30 pm Jimmy Mackert (Tim & Emilie Mackert)
Tuesday, February 14, Sts. Cyril, monk & Methodius, bishop
8:30 am Freda B. & Joseph Merk (Rita Merk)
Wednesday, February 15, Weekday
8:30 am Thomas Ketchesin, Sr. (Family)
Thursday, February 16, Weekday
7:30 pm Alice DeChant (St. Mary Altar & Rosary Society)
Friday, February 17, Weekday
8:30 am Hildred Carman (Ron & Sylvia Schaefer)
Saturday, February 18, Weekday
8:30 am Elizabeth Kissel (Family)
4:00 pm Jean Reising (Gwen Shearer)
Sunday, February 19, Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 am Agnes & Philip DeChant (Family)
10:00 am People of the Parish
12:00 pm Elizabeth Kissel (Family)





FEBRUARY 12, 2012 SIXTH SUDAY I ORDIARY TIME
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A 24 hour retreat experience for Adults in
their 20s and 30s:
Are you in your twenties or thirties? Looking to
deepen your faith & create lasting connections? Join us
for a Charis Seekers Retreat from Friday, February 17
at 7 P.M. thru Saturday, February 18 at 7 P.M. Bethany
Retreat House in Chardon, OH. Listen to young adults
from the Suburban Southeast parishes of our diocese
share how they find God in their lives. Enjoy conversa-
tions in small groups and take some quiet time to pray and
reflect. The cost of the retreat is $25 and includes meals
and supplies. Scholarships are available. For more infor-
mation or to register, visit www.CharisMinistries.org or
contact Sr. Kate Hine, SND at sndcuvilly@ndec.org or Sr.
Susan Javorek, SND at susan@holyangelschurch.com.
LADIES LETE RETREATMARTHAS
DAY OUT: Following are the details of the retreat:
St. Adalbert Church, 66 Adalbert St., Berea, OH.
44017. Monday, March 26, 2012, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Check-in begins at 8:00 am and includes continental
breakfast. Catered luncheon will be served. Program
includes presentation by keynote speaker, the Sta-
tions of the Cross, Reconciliation, the Rosary and
concludes with celebration of the Mass and Eucha-
rist. Speakers are: Sr. Mary Rose and Sr. Kathe-
rine, T.O.R. Topics will be praying with Mary and
Advancing in Age and Advancing in Grace. The cost
is $20. Please make check payable to St. Adalbert
Church. Mail registration to St. Adalbert Church, 66
Adalbert St., Berea, Oh 44017. Please include your
name, phone umber, address and name of your
Parish. Please note on the outside of the envelope
MARTHAS DAY OUT. To register by Phone:
call Jan Zarn 440-238-7652 or St. Adalbert Of-
fice - 440-236-6830.


DAY SCHOOL: At St. Mary School we are
Growing Minds..Growing Faith. Please visit
www.stmaryavon.org to view our day school
curriculum and activities for grades K-8. You
may also contact the School Office at 440-934-
6246 to schedule a personal tour.

Join us for LASER TAG this years MOTHER/SON
EVENT on Sunday March 11 from 12:00-2:00 pm at
Laser X Treme in Middleburg Heights. The cost is
$12.99 per person which includes one game, pizza and
drinks. Please make checks out to St. Mary PTU, At-
tention, Monica Ference and send it to the school by
Friday, March 2. Please contact Kelly Budinger at
(440) 934-8876 or kabudinger76@yahoo.com with any
questions.


St. Rita Parish will be holding a Pre-
Cana Day on Saturday, March 10, 2012.
This is a one day marriage preparation pro-
gram. Attendance at this program satisfies
Diocesan requirements. Prior registration is
required; Cost is $65.00 per couple. For in-
formation and registration, please telephone
Michelle or Bennet Williams at 330-405-
0819, or email them mi-
chelle@bennetwilliams.com. Call early to
guarantee a place.

Attn Soccer Players Magnificat Bolds
Larly Spring Soccer Skills and Drills
Session for Crade Cirls Sundays
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DISCOVER EWTNS NEWEST SERIES: This Spring,
EWTN Global Catholic Network will premier several
new and exciting series. From an interactive talk show
covering issued pertinent to families . Children and sen-
iors in Living Right with Dr. Ray, to the Kitchen of
Fr. Leo Patalinghug in Savoring the Faith, to the new
animated special for children in The Way of the Cross
for Kids; there will be something to enrich your Faith.
For more information go to www.ewtn.com.series.


Sisters of the Humility of Mary
Discernment Series for Young Adults
Conversion of Heart: a
Lenten Retreat
February 24-25, 2012
Friday 6:00pm Saturday 4:00pm
sDW
The Lenten season invites us to recalculate
and redirect our journey of discipleship, so
that our steps more closely follow Jesus.
Cost: $50.00
(Scholarships available)
FOR MORE IFORMATIO:
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440-356-6130
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ST. JOSEPH CEMETERY: Will be hosting a
prayer service entitled New Beginnings, pre-
sented by Deacon Tony DeGracia of Catholic
Cemeteries Association on Tuesday, February
14 at 10:30 am in the St. Joseph Mausoleum.
Though we cannot imagine it at first. Life does
go on after a loss. Deacon Tony will discuss
what we can do to help ourselves move from
the intense, debilitating pain or our loss and
challenge us to look to our future with hope. If
you are suffering from the loss of a loved one,
or know someone who is, we encourage attend-
ing this powerful presentation. For more infor-
mation please call the cemetery office at 216-
937-5061.
2012 Wildcat Winterfest---Thank You!!!!
The committee would like to thank everyone for attending
the 2012 WildcatWinterfest/Casino Night. It was a fun-
filled evening of great food, dancing, socializing and win-
ning super prizes. Please remember to use our sponsors,
as they helped to make this event successful. Updates on
the evening will be posted soon.



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