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Parish Directory

Parish Office : (440) 842-2666

Parish Website: www.stanthonypaduaparma.org

Religious Education Office: (440) 845-4470

Parish Office Hours: Mon.-Thurs. - 9:00am-7:00pm

Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm

School Office: (440) 845-3444

www.stanthonyofpaduaschool.org

Pastoral Staff

Pastor………………Fr. Dale W. Staysniak

Parochial Vicar…………Fr. Peter T. Kovacina

DRE/Pastoral Minister…Mr. Randy Harris, M.R.E.

Pastoral Minister……… Sr. Roberta Goebel, O.S.U.

Principal ………………..Mr. Patrick Klimkewicz

Parish Secretary………...Mrs. Joyce Fanous

Music Minister………….Mrs. Nancy Tabar

Schedule of Liturgies

Saturday Evening: 4:30 P.M. and 6:00 P.M.

Sundays: 8:00 A.M., 10:00 A.M. and 12 Noon

Monday through Friday: 7:00 A.M. and 8:00 A.M.

Holy Days : Vigil Mass: 5:30 P.M.

7:00 A.M., 9:00 A.M., 5:30 P.M. and 7:00 P.M.

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturdays 3:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.

St. Anthony of Padua

6750 State Road Parma, Ohio 44134

ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA CHURCH PARMA, OH

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28

7:00AM Ralph Yappel

8:00AM Christopher Weingand

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29

7:00AM Phanxico Truong

8:00AM Stephen & Anna Sevick

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, St. Andrew, Apostle.

7:00AM Rose Romano

8:00AM Tipi Philipps

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1

7:00AM Michael Mazzino

8:00AM John Jancik

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2

7:00AM Edward Mizak

8:00AM Betty Cehlar

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, St. Francis Xavier, Priest.

8:00AM Vocation Mass

4:30PM Richard Matthias

6:00PM For People of the Parish (living & deceased)

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, Second Sunday of Advent.

8:00AM Norma Andrzejczyk

10:00AM Chester & Rosa Armagno

12:00PM Lorenz Steinbacher

Please Pray For: Martha Ashton, Ed & Helen

Bartkiewicz, Irene Bednar, Maxine Cerny, Joe & Marcia

Demko, Ray Dmytriw, Margaret Double, Norbert Erker,

Rita Fecek, Greg Findura, Anne Kilbane-Friedl, Sandra

Friedl, Frances Funtek, Sam Gappa, Robert Gielski, John

Gladden, Rose Marie Hewitt, Ron Hicks, Celeste Hurley,

Marian Jarabek, Colleen Jarvis, Janet Johnson, Pat Jones,

Ted Kaliszewski, Michael Kaliszewski, Betty Kilbane,

Robert Klimo, Donald Kotarsky, Cynthia Kufleitner, Karen

Kulju, Andrea Lagzdins, Robert Laheta, Dorothy Laquatra,

Isidoro LaRosa, John Lieske, Michael Lieske, Corinne

Lipinski, Helene Lucey, Elizabeth Madar, Thomas Madej,

John Martin, Edward & Josephine Maskulka, Emmett &

Lenore Masterson, Claudia & Russell Mazanec, Peyton

McCarthy, Rosemarie Medvin, Helen Marie Mendyka,

John Metzger, Theodore & Dorothy Nagy, Jane Najlepszy,

Mary Niec, Rose Nosse, Dora Oney, Agnes Padar, Janice

Petruska, Carrie Piechowski, Deanna Pisano, John Precario,

Mary Jane Precario, Christopher Reeves, Ed & Leigh-Ann

Revay, Vinny Ruvo, Frances Rymut, Mary Sabo, Lorraine

Schmidt, Robert & Teresa Setele, Margaret Sheridan,

Helen Smith, Doug Stos, Sylvia Stibley, Phyllis Tomaselli,

Shirley Trausch, Alice Tucker, Loretta Vacca, Frank

Viccarone, Annie Vorndran, Cathy Yappel, Andrew

Yaronczyk, Christopher Yurko, Amanda Hope Zmecek.

Wedding Banns

BANNS II Jessica Bollinger & Anthony Virovec

SUNDAY THOUGHT

Matthew 24:37-44

As another new Church Year begins with the Season of

Advent, Jesus once again reminds us of the need to

“stay awake!” The greatest danger we face as Christians

is failing to remain focused on the really important

things in life. But what are those important things and

how do we really avoid putting too much emphasis on

the things that Jesus seems so critical of in our gospel

today? Well obviously, caring for our physical and

material needs are not wrong in themselves, but when,

as Jesus reminds us today, they become our sole

preoccupation, we have missed the point of living.

Staying awake for Jesus means more than just being

prepared for His final coming with our own death; far

more important is His coming anytime anyone is in

need of our love. What things get more attention in our

lives than they should? This is a simple question, but

one with eternal consequences. Does the television or

computer get more attention than my spouse? Does

prayer have a place in my daily life or is just for

Sundays? Does work take a higher priority than caring

for my family? Jesus’ invitation to love comes in many

disguises, so “stay awake!”

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Contribution information for

November 19 & 20 was not available

at the time of publication.

Information will be included in next

weekend’s bulletin.

FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT NOVEMBER 27, 2016

CELEBRATING THE SAINTS

Saint Elizabeth of the Trinity, Religious (1880-1906)

Elizabeth Catez was born near Bourges, France, on

July 18, 1880. Her father, a military man, died when she

was young. Elizabeth inherited all of his verve for life,

including his bad temper. But, when she made her First

Communion at age eleven, Elizabeth encountered a

“Presence” in her soul. She felt drawn from that day

forward to silent prayer. By the age of fourteen, she had

consecrated herself to Christ.

Jesus came to her aid in the battle with her temper.

At nineteen, she could write of the moments in which she

had suffered “an unjust reproof”: “I feel as though the

blood is boiling in my veins; my being rises in revolt … but

Jesus was with me. Deep down in my heart I heard His

voice and then I was ready to bear anything for love of

Him.” Later, she gave this teaching: “Look at every

suffering and every joy as coming directly from Him, and

then your life will be a continual communion, since

everything will be like a sacrament that will give you God.”

Elizabeth planned to go to the Carmelite monastery

in Dijon. But to please her mother, she traveled, visited

with the men who came to court her, and played the piano

with rare talent. And all the while she found time for

silence, offering to God “the cell of my heart.” Around this

time, Elizabeth told a Dominican priest, with some

apprehension, that she sensed the presence of more than

one person within her. He reassured her that this was the

life that comes to each of us at baptism: the indwelling of

the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. When she entered

religious life in 1901, she received the name of Sister

Elizabeth of the Trinity.

Elizabeth lived as a Carmelite nun for only five

years, dying at the age of 26 at Dijon, France, on November

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now her feast day.

Weekly Work of Mercy

Lend a listening ear to those going through a tough

time.

GIVING TREE

Next weekend is the deadline for returning

your gift for the giving tree. Please return the

wrapped item with the coded ornament

gently attached to it. All gifts must be

received by December 4th to allow time to

sort and distribute them to the families. Your

generosity will allow for those less fortunate to experience a

more joyous holiday. If you take an ornament and then are

unable to purchase the item please return the ornament to

the tree or to the parish rectory office by December 4th.

This will allow us to redistribute the ornament to be sure the

wish is fulfilled. Thank you and God bless.

LADIES GUILD CHRISTMAS PARTY

It’s coming… don’t miss it! Our delightful Christmas Party

is quickly approaching and the fee of $15 will secure paid

Guild members a seat at this lovely holiday affair! So if you

enjoy a spirited evening filled with good friends, surprise

entertainment and a specially catered meal, kindly place

your money in the collection basket, or drop it off at the

rectory office, in an envelope marked “Ladies Guild

Christmas Party.” Reservations will be accepted until

December 6, 2016.

CHRISTMAS MASS CARDS

Christmas Mass cards will be sold after most Masses

beginning the weekend of December 3/4 and the following

weekends of December 10/11 and 17/18. Cards for the

living are $2.00 and prayer cards for our deceased love ones

are $1.00. Cards may also be purchased at the rectory

during regular business hours.

CHRISTMAS WAFERS

Christmas Wafers (Oplatki) will be available after masses

next weekend, November 26/27 as well as following

weekends, while supplies last. They also may be purchased

at the rectory office during regular business. The cost

remains $3.00 for a package of four (4) wafers.

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Religious Order of the Week

Order: Missionaries of the Precious Blood (CPPS)

Founder: St. Gaspar del Bufalo.

Ministry: Bringing healing and compassion to those

who are hurt through the Precious Blood of Jesus.

Website: http://www.cpps-preciousblood.org

Hey Catholic! Did You

Know*

Did you know that there are

four cardinal virtues: prudence,

justice, fortitude, temperance.

Evangelization Tip

When talking with people, offer to pray

for their intentions.

ADULT FAITH CLASSES

“Jesus wants evangelizers who proclaim the good news not

only with words, but above all by a life transfigured by

God’s presence.” - Pope Francis, The Joy of the Gospel

All classes take place in the Hospitality Room. Each class

will be one hour, with no prior classes necessary. All are

welcome.

PSR CATECHIST OPPORTUNITY

We are in need of a 3

rd

grade catechist. Please consider

being part of this important ministry of passing on the

Catholic faith to or young people. If you are interested in

learning more about this opportunity please call Randy

Harris at 440-842-2666.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28

1:15PM Adult Faith - HR

6:30PM PSR - School

7:00PM RCIA - Rectory

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29

7:00PM The Way - CM

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30

7:00PM Finance Committee Mtg. - Rectory

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1

12:00PM 50+ Social Club Meeting - HR

5:00PM Children’s Christmas Choir Practice - CH

6:30PM PTU Business Meeting - Library

6:45PM Bingo - H

7:30PM Mixed Choir - CH

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2

7:00PM Adult Faith Class - HR

ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA CHURCH PARMA, OHIO

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GIFT GIVING IDEAS &

BOOK SALE

Office gift? Holiday host gift?

Teacher or student gift? Something

for mom or dad, grandma or

grandpa? Stocking stuffer? Come

and shop at a gift and book sale

hosted by the Women’s Faith Ministry the weekend of

December 10/11, 2016 in the Hospitality Room after all

Masses. Items priced to fit anyone’s budget. All sales benefit

the service projects offered through the Women’s Faith

Ministry of St. Anthony of Padua.

COOKIES FOR A CAUSE

Calling all Women of the parish!

Would you like to help bring joy to

someone’s heart...and taste buds? Then

join the Women’s Faith Ministry on

Saturday, December 3rd from 10:00 a.m.

to 12:00 p.m. in the Hospitality Room for a Christmas

cookie decorating party. All supplies will be provided. You

just need to attend, help decorate pre-made cookies, and

package cookies. No decorating experience necessary.

Volunteers are also needed to deliver the cookies

immediately following the party.

This is an example of the service projects that WFM will

offer throughout the year. The goal of WFM is to bring ALL

women of the parish together to share their faith, get

acquainted, serve others and have fun. Please RSVP no later

than Friday, November 25th by calling the rectory office at

(440) 842-2666 or via email at wfmstanthony@gmail.com.

FOOD PANTRY

As we think about making and checking our lists for the

upcoming holiday season, please stop back in the hallway

next to the Hospitality Room and check the list of most

needed items for our Food Ministry families which is posted

above the donation baskets. Our families really appreciate

your thoughtfulness.

PSR Calendar

November & December

November 28 – PSR

December 5 – PSR

December 12 – PSR

December 19 - PSR

Advent

Second Sunday Readings

Monday, Nov. 28 at 1:15PM

Friday, Dec. 2 at 7:00PM

Advent

Third Sunday Readings

Wednesday, Dec. 7 at 1:15PM

Friday, Dec. 9 at 7:00PM

Advent

Fourth Sunday Readings

Friday, Dec. 16 at 1:15PM

Friday, Dec. 16 at 7:00PM

Christmas

Christmas Day Readings

Wednesday, Dec. 21 at 7:00PM

Friday, Dec. 23 at 1:15PM

Class Title Date

Seminarian of the Week

Every week, our parish will promote

vocations by encouraging the community

to pray for our diocesan seminarians.

Please pray for newly ordained Deacon

Jacob Bearer.

CHRISTIAN SPIRITUALITY

CORNER

“He who avoids prayer is avoiding

everything that is good.”

St. John of the Cross

ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA CHURCH PARMA, OHIO