(St. Augustine Church, Barberton, OH) (April 20, 2014)

(Insert Graphic 2109-0072.tif) Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord

Easter is a time for families to gather for a special meal and to worship together at Church. Home rituals can also make this feast the most important faith event of the year. Make an effort this year to bring Easter into your home. Try special decorations, a home Easter candle, a special meal and prayer together, sing “Alleluia” or “Jesus Christ is Risen Today” each day of Easter week to proclaim the Risen Lord!

320 Holy Hours were kept with our Lord in Eucharistic Adoration last week. The risen Christ is present in Eucharistic Adoration. As you make your “Easter” plans, plan a visit with Jesus. For

more information, please contact Judy Soltis at 330-212-0926. Happy Easter!

(Insert Graphic 1401-0006.tif) My Dear Parishioners:

Today we celebrate Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord. Our Lenten

journey is over and, hopefully, through prayer, fasting and almsgiving we have undergone a conversion of heart, have cast off the shadow of sin and have become a

new creation enfolded in the light of Christ who, coming back from death’s domain, has shed his peaceful light on humanity and reigns forever and ever. We share in the

resurrection of our Lord and Savior and have the hope of living forever in eternity in the Kingdom of heaven.

Our God did not create us and walk away. When we fell into sin and death, God loved us so much that he sent his son to suffer and die that we might have him

as a redeemer. Truly we rejoice in the mercy, compassion and love of our God. May

you have a blessed and holy Easter! Peace in the risen Christ!

Fr. David Majikas

“This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it!” St. St. Augustine Parish welcomes our newest members of the Church: Jamie August, Jamie Lee Collins, Marie Gabel, and Phillip Hostetler. Please rejoice with them and continue to pray as they continue their life-long journey of Faith!

The next Women of Faith meeting will be April 22 at 6:30pm in the school cafeteria. In the spirit of Easter celebration it will be WOF salad supper and “card” party. Please bring a salad or dessert to share, as well as a deck of cards or game. Call Karen with questions at 330-745-0011 x18, (No time to prepare anything? That’s fine; come anyway!)

SACRED HEART OF JESUS WOMEN’S RETREAT – April 25-26 in Wadsworth. Join us for a

blessed weekend of inspiration and prayer on the theme of “Womanhood: A Vocation to Mercy

in the Light of Pope John Paul II and Pope Francis” with Fr. Nathan Cromly as we prepare to

celebrate the canonization of St. John Paul II on Divine Mercy Sunday. Fr. Nathan is a joyful

young monk, much sought as a speaker and retreat director across the nation. For more

information and to register, click the retreat photo in the slideshow at SHofJesus.com.

The Catholic Home Missions Appeal will take place next week. One way that this Appeal works to support mission dioceses here at home is by supporting seminarian formation in poor dioceses. The blessing of seminarians places a financial burden on the dioceses, which educate each seminarian at a cost of $35,000-$40,000 per year. Your support is needed for these young men, so that they can return to serve their parishes. Please strengthen the Church at home by making a generous gift to next week’s Appeal.

(Insert Graphic 1105-0020.tif) Join members of Immaculate Conception Church for the “Life in the Spirit” Seminar, April 26, 1-10 pm & April 27, 6:30-10 pm. in Mary Hitch Hall at Immaculate Conception. Featured speakers: will be; Fr. David Bline, Fr. Pete Colletti, Fr. Michael B. Smith & Seminarian Bobby McWilliams. Enjoy Music, Mass, a Healing Service, & Dinner Saturday evening. The cost is only $10/person or $15/per couple. Space is limited. Call Grace at 330-753-8429 for information and reservations.

(Insert Graphic 2404-0082.tif) The next Coffee and Donuts will be served in the school cafeteria following the 10:30 Mass on Sunday, April 27. Hosts will be Barb Vargo.

There is still time to get your reservation in for the APRIL 30 ST. AUGUSTINE EASTER BUS TRIP to the Canton area: The Bus arrives at Magic City Shopping Plaza at 8:30 am; departs at 8:45. First stop will be at the Basilica of St. John the Baptist where Mass will be

celebrated at 9:30 am. We will also visit St. Mary Church/Shrine of St. Dymphna, the Rhoda Wise home (visit RhodaWise.com for info) and St. Raphael Center/Bookstore. Lunch will be Dutch treat at Tim’s Tavern (well-known for their fish, among other things). The cost includes morning snack, bus and driver tip, and donations to the three places visited. The cost for this trip is $28.00. Reservations are due by Friday, April 25. Please call 330-745-0011 to reserve your spot.

(Insert Graphic 1102-0004.tif) Immaculate Conception Church in Kenmore is offering an

Anointing of the Sick Mass on Wednesday, April 30 at 5:30pm. Anyone in need of physical,

emotional and spiritual healing is invited to attend. If you know someone in need of this healing

sacrament, please feel free to invite them to this special Mass.

Join us as we journey together through “Catholicism” Thursday, May 1. It will continue with “World Without End – The Last Things.”. Registration forms can be found on the bookrack in the back of the church, sessions will be held at Immaculate Conception Church, Kenmore in Waldesien Hall from 6:30-9:00pm. Enjoy a meal at 6:00pm followed by the session. All are welcome to attend.

Cards Anyone? Join us Friday, May 2 as we play Euchre. Cards begin at

6:30pm in the school cafeteria. Beginners and experienced players are

welcome to try a hand. Come and enjoy an evening of fellowship and

fun!

Ladies of the Parish and Guests: You are cordially invited to attend a “Celebrate Women”

breakfast on Saturday, May 10, from 9-11 a.m. in the S.A.C. The special presenter will be Victoria Gutbrod, a strong Catholic and a counselor at Emerge Ministries. Her presentation on Women of Faith will both bring smiles to your face and inspiration to your heart. Please call the Rectory to make reservations (330-745-0011). A $5 donation is requested.

(Insert Graphic 2000-0069.tif) Please pray for our Sick especially: Patrick Blasdel, Karl Bartel, Jacob Hurley, John Baylock, Jim Santilli Sr., Amy Brickels, Frances Trenta,

Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, Judy Kriston, Camilla Pieffer, the family of Joshua Weigand, Betty Biagetti, Arthur Gorman, Bob Luxeder, Donald Ruegg, Joseph Benear, Trevor

Homsher, Helen Deibel, Ed Leiberth, Keith Morlan, Emma Young, Leonard Hamilton, Betty Bartel, Jack Weigand, Mary Jane Somerick, Lisa Gnap, Irene Lyle, Debbie

Taylor, Albert Roth, Bill Lohan, Ben Sauer, Sherrie Owens, Bernard & Helen Pramik, Jenny Moslowski & Mary Ann Drobnak

(Insert Graphic 1108-0004.tif) I Evan C. Laube & Cassie Morrison

(Insert Graphic 2000-0098.tif) The priests of St. Augustine are on the emergency call list to Barberton Hospital, they are only called in cases of emergency. If you are in or

have entered the hospital and would like to be visited by one of our priest’s, please call the rectory at 330-745-0011. If you have a surgery planned and would like to be

anointed, please call prior to hospitalization as to make sure you receive the sacrament.

(Insert Graphic 1300-0021.tif) Stewardship

Time, Talent & Treasure Funds are not available see next week’s bulletin

(Insert Graphic 1101-0006.tif) 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration – The annual 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration will be held on Sunday, July 27 at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. Bishop Richard G. Lennon, will be the principal celebrant. Reservations are now being accepted for couples married 50 years. Couples who are celebrating other significant anniversaries (55 or over) or have missed previous celebrations are welcome to register and attend. Seating is limited in the Cathedral. The number of guests will be determined by the seating capacity and total number registered. Mark your calendars for Sunday July 27, Mass will begin at 2:30pm in the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. Please contact the rectory if you wish to register for this special event.

The FEST - Mark your calendar….and plan to join us on Sunday, August 3 for The FEST – THE 14TH Annual Catholic Family FESTival held on the grounds of the Center for Pastoral Leadership in Wickliffe. The FEST includes great Christian artists: Third Day, Colton Dixon, Mandisa, and for King and Country. The FEST also has great activities and displays for the entire family. The FEST is FREE and open to all, and concludes with an inspiring outdoor Mass. It’s the highlight of summer for thousands from across our region. We hope you will join us and be one of them! For more information, go on line to: www.theFEST.us.

Community Corner Barberton Area Community Ministries item for the Month of April is Pasta & Spaghetti

Sauce

Barberton Community Kitchen at Lakeview item for the month of April is Shampoo

Please place your donations inside the bench in front of the giving tree in the vestibule, items will be picked up on Monday morning. Thank you very much for your donations, especially at this time of the year, when there are so many in need. Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated.

(Insert Graphic 1000-0063.tif) April 21-27

Monday, April 21 – Monday within the Octave of Easter

12:05 Russo family 6:00 NO CONFESSIONS

Tuesday, April 22 – Tuesday within the Octave of Easter 5:15 Margaret Posavac – Anniversary

Wednesday, April 23 – Wednesday within the Octave of Easter 12:05 Anna Lazar

Thursday, April 24 – Thursday within the Octave of Easter 12:05 Tom & Pat Brescilli

Friday, April 25 – Friday within the Octave of Easter

12:05 Living & Deceased of the Ruegg & Zak families Saturday, April 26 – Saturday within the Octave of Easter

8:30 George Kozarevic 3:00 Confessions

4:00 Bette Furcsik Milich Sunday, April 27 – Second Sunday of Easter – Divine Mercy Sunday

8:00 Mary Steiner

10:30 Andrew Ligas

5:15 The People of St. Augustine Church

Readings for the Week of April 21 Monday Acts 2:14,22-33, Ps 16:1-2,5,7-8,9-10,11 Mt 28:8-15

Tuesday Acts 2:36-41, Ps 33:4-5,18-19,22, Jn 20:11-18 Wednesday Acts 3:1-10, Ps 105:1-2,3-4,6-7,8-9, Lk 24:13-35

Thursday Acts 3:11-26, Ps 8:2,5,6-7,8-9, Lk 24:35-48 Friday Acts 4;1-12, Ps 118:1-2,4,22-24,25-27, Jn 21:1-14

Saturday Acts 4:13-21, Ps 118:1,14-15,16-18,19-21, Mt 16:9-15

Sunday Acts 2:42-47, Ps 118:2-4,13-15,22-24, 1 Pt 1:3-9, Jn 20:19-31

Mark your calendars for ‘WOW!” Workshop of Wonders: Imagine and Build with God! This year’s Vacation Bible School will be held at St. Augustine School from June 16-20 beginning at 9:00 until 12:00. This exciting week will be filled with building, imagining, and growing in knowledge and love for God and to build the Kingdom of God! VBS is offered to children ages three years to the completion of sixth grade. Babysitting is provided for families that are volunteering. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer, students looking for service hours, this is your chance, please contact Renee Barker at 330-745-

1080. Additional registration forms can be found on the bookrack in the vestibule of the church.

Sts. Peter & Paul HNS Spring Stag Fish Fry -The annual Spring Stag Fish Fry is

April 25 (7pm-12:30pm) at Sts. Peter & Paul School, 169 W Clinton, Doylestown, OH. There will be plenty of food, refreshments, friendly games of

chance, and quality door prizes. Presale tickets ($25.00) are available by

contacting Ted at 330-658-3057. Purchasing a presale ticket gets you an opportunity for

the Early Bird drawing for $100. Tickets will also be available at the door.

Remember St. Augustine Church in your will through planned giving. For

more information, please contact Fr. David Majikas at 330-745-0011.