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SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MAY 6, 2018

Parish Founded 1846 Diocese of Cleveland

Nelson J. Perez, Bishop

SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MAY 6, 2018

BAPTISM: To plan for your child's baptism and preparation class, call 330-264-5838. Packets for parents preparing for their child's Baptism are available in the Parish Office. Pre-registration is required. The next Pre Baptism Class will be Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at 7 pm.

MARRIAGE: Contact a priest. Please make

arrangements at least 6 months in advance of a proposed wedding date.

MINISTRY WITH THE SICK AND HOMEBOUND:

We are happy to bring the Eucharist or to provide the Anointing of the Sick to the homebound. Contact the parish office.

MINISTRIES TO YOUTH: Religious education classes for grades Preschool–Gr. 8 are held on Sunday mornings from 9:20–10:40am (Sept.–early May) in the Education Center. High School Youth meets for MIC Nights on Sundays after 5:30pm Mass from 6:30-8:30pm. .

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS: Typically a Funeral Director will contact us to make arrangements. If a relative dies elsewhere, be sure to contact the parish office.

PARISH REGISTRATION: New parishioners are asked to call 330-264-8824 to set up an appointment for registration. Parishioners who are moving are also asked to notify the parish office.

527 BEALL AVENUE • WOOSTER, OHIO 44691 Phone: 330-264-8824 / 330-264-8822 • Fax: 330-262-4633

Parish Office Hours: Mon.−Thurs.: 9am–6:30pm & Fri. 9am–5pm Email: stmarywoosteroffice@gmail.com • Website: stmarywooster.org

facebook.com/stmarywooster Faith Formation Office: 330-264-5838

School Office: 330-262-8671 • Daycare & Preschool: 330-262-2752

RECONCILIATION Saturdays ............................................................................... 3:30–4:30 pm.

You may also call our priest to make an appointment.

MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil ................................................................................... 5:00 pm Sunday ............................................................ 8:00 am, *11:00 am, 5:30 pm

(*June, July, August: 11:00am Mass goes to 10:00am)

Daily ................................................. Consult Mass Schedule inside bulletin. Eucharistic Adoration ....... Sundays 6:30-10:30pm, Monday 9:00am through

Wednesday 10:00pm (except during funerals and Masses)

PARISH STAFF Rev. Stephen P. Moran .......................................................................Pastor Peter J. Foradori ............................................................................... Deacon Rev. John Mueller ................................................................ Pastor Emeritus Camille Horvath............................................................... Pastoral Associate Judith Arzuaga .................................................. Director of Hispanic Ministry Barbara Hufford...................................................................... Music Director Darcy Pajak ................................................................ Director of Operations Kelly Hassenzahl ................................................. Director of Faith Formation Carol Matesich ....................................................................... Youth Minister Donna Lohnes ............................................ Faith Formation Office Secretary Laura Marvin ....................................................................... School Principal Carol Weyer ....................................................................... School Secretary Michelle Hostetler ........................................... Daycare & Preschool Director Melissa Rosenbaum ................................................................... Bookkeeper Johnna Viator, ........................................... St. Vincent de Paul Receptionist Nancy Zuercher, Cheryl Davis .......................................... Office Associates

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Mass Schedule and Intentions

Sunday, May 6 8:00am Pro Populo (for the people of St. Mary) 11:00am Mary and Ralph Gill † 1:00pm Spanish Mass @ St. Agnes in Orrville 5:30pm Carol Kostohryz † 6:30-10:30pm Adoration

Monday, May 7 7:00am Miriam Mansfield † 9:00am Adoration opens 9:30am Nursing Home Mass @ Westview

Tuesday, May 8 7:00am Lyle Stoltz †

Wednesday, May 9 9:30am Carolyn Hooper † 10:00pm Adoration closes

Thursday, May 10 7:00am Stanley Brandes †

Friday, May 11 7:00am Carol Kostohryz †

Saturday, May 12 3:30-4:30pm Reconciliation / Confessions 5:00pm Patricia Shoemaker †

Sunday, May 13

8:00am Hilary Joseph Marthey † 11:00am Louise Besancon † 1:00pm Spanish Mass @ St. Agnes in Orrville 5:30pm Pro Populo (for the people of St. Mary) 6:30-10:30pm Adoration

Please remember the recently deceased in your prayers: Martin “Marty” Degnan

Please remember in your prayers the following people: Mathew Benner, Christopher Cannon, Paula Chenevey, Jim Farster, Deacon Bill Gorman, Delroy Grassman, Ron Guidetti, Christine Kearney, Joan Lock, Marion “Buck” Miller, Don Mortimer, Duane Moses, Rev. John Mueller, Harry & Dolores Niemczyk, Kelsey Pajak, Mark Pyles, Ron Scherzinger, Robert Sowers, Norene Tokar

Prayers for Those Who Serve: Co. Cmdr. Gary Anthony DiVito, Maj. Ron Hustwit Jr, Lt. Col. Loren Kirchner, 2nd Lt. Leah Mullenix, Lt. Doug Porr, Sgt. Ed Schafrath Jr, 1st Lt. Miles Stebbins Prayer Line: To add someone’s name to the prayer line, call the Parish office. Names are on our prayer list for one month. To carry a name longer, please contact the Parish Office.

Dear Parishioners: This weekend, we rejoice in two marvelous occasions. First, on Saturday evening, we celebrate permanent Dea-con Bob Zerrer’s Mass of Thanksgiving and beginning of ministry. Long before entering formation, Bob and Lee have been very engaged and giving members of St. Mary Parish. This includes Bob being a long-term catechist in our Parish School of Religion and Bob and Lee’s serving as a mentor couple to engaged couples preparing for Mat-rimony. What a gift to the Church!! Secondly, on Sunday morning at the 11 o’clock Mass, our first group of First Communicants will approach the altar to receive the Real Presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. We have listed, elsewhere in this issue, the names of all our sons and daughters who anticipate that sacrament this spring. I encourage you to clip it and post it somewhere as a reminder to pray for them continually. On Wednesday of this past week, Deacon Richard Samide—currently a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Cleveland, very soon to be ordained to the Presbyterate (priesthood) and assigned to be the next Parochial Vic-ar of St. Mary— made a visit to the parish to meet our staff and have an initial tour of the place. Deacon Rich-ard is one of three children, and his family are part of the community of Saint Mary, Hudson (a parish that has been blessed with many vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and consecrated life). Deacon Richard’s brother, Daniel, was just ordained a transitional deacon on Friday, April 27. The photo below was taken on that occasion. It is rather unique that two brothers are overlapping as transitional deacons for a few weeks until Deacon Richard is ordained as a priest on May 19. Deacon Richard vested his brother at his ordination on April 27 and Deacon Daniel will play a role in his brother’s priestly ordination.

Peace in this Easter Season,

Blessings and Congratulations to newly-ordained

Deacon Bob Zerrer

and to his whole family: Lee (Spouse)

and children

Nina, Anthony, Amanda, Jacob, and Anna

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Monday, May 7 Noon Women’s Chaplet of Divine Mercy Prayer Group (LIB) 1:00pm Prayer Shawl (PH) 6:30pm Mary’s Tears (RLL)

Tuesday, May 8 6:30am Men’s Prayer Group (LIB) 6:30am-7:30pm Voting (PH) 7:00pm AFF Meeting (PH) 7:00pm K of C Council (K of C Hall)

Wednesday, May 9 10:30am Play Group (Wilderness Center) 3:00pm Cub Scouts (PH)

Thursday, May 10 1:30pm School Spring Program (Gym) 6:30pm St. Vincent de Paul (RLL) 7:00pm Catholic Daughters (PH) 7:00pm Adult re-Connect (YR) 7:00pm Choir Practice (church)

Friday, May 11 7:00pm Flame of Love Group (PH)

Saturday, May 12 ** No Activities Scheduled **

Sunday, May 13 ** No Activities Scheduled **

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BULLETIN—Submission Requirement

The usual deadline for submission is Friday 11:00am for the weekend of the following week. Need a half or full page insert? Call Cheryl at office for design help and advance scheduling requirements.

Please submit all bulletin information to: Cheryl Davis at CDavis.stmarywooster@gmail.com

FINANCIALNEWS�

Please note that the collection totals for 4/29/18 will be printed in next week’s bulletin.

2nd Collection—Weekend of May 12 & 13

Office of Catechetical Services

Each year, a special collection is taken up in all the parishes to support the ministries of the Office of Catechetical Ser-vices that focuses on supporting and enhancing the catecheti-cal initiative (PSR programs) throughout the Diocese.

They also support faith formation for ALL including adult faith formation, catechetical leader training and catechist for-mation for teachers of religion, media literacy, and the New-man Campus Ministry program.

Your contribution is an investment in Faith Formation and religious education throughout the Diocese of Cleveland.

lease consider giving to this very special collection.

As you know, we are searching for an organist/music director to succeed Barb Hufford, who will be retiring soon. An ideal candidate would possess excellent organ and piano skills, a Bachelor’s Degree in music and a background in Catholic liturgical music would be a plus. As an active staff member, the music director will work collaboratively with parish staff and parish organizations, including attendance at staff meet-ings.

Responsibilities also include planning, coordinating and play-ing for all liturgies: weekend, Holy Day, Triduum, funeral, wedding and other liturgical celebrations; training and sched-uling cantors and instrumentalists; serving as accompanist at weekly choir rehearsals.

If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please email a resume to:

Fr. Steve at smoran.stmarywooster@gmail.com.

ORGANIST / MUSIC DIRECTOR Needed

A New Outside Gathering Space—Coming this May!

Our fallen brick wall (just west of the sidewalk from the park-ing lot to the church) is going to be transformed into a formal patio with steps from driveway and wrought iron railing.

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Young Adults ~ Upcoming Events Are you between the ages of 21-35 and looking for

fellowship with other Catholic peers?

May 5th: First Saturday Mass (7:30 am) and Brunch at Spoon

12th: “Ocean of Mercy” (6 pm) in Parish Hall

19th: “Summer Kick-off Cookout” (6 pm) Location TBD

To be included in future text reminder updates, text “@stmaryya” to “81010”

Questions? Contact Marjorie Lohnes at 330.466.5058

Catholic Home Missions Appeal

Thank You for your generous support of last week’s Catholic Home Missions Appeal. Your contributions will help strength-en the Church at home and ensure that the Gospel is spread across the United States.

If you missed the appeal, it’s not too late to give! Just visit www.usccb.org/nationalcollections and click on the “How to Give” link on the left.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

reConnect Group -

Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursdays Next meetings are May 10th and May 24th

At 7:00pm in the St. Mary Youth Room For adults over the age of 35 For single, divorced or widowed For prayer, spiritual growth and fellowship

Questions: Call/text Dona Majka at 330-264-9871 at gandd843@sssnet.com

or Maryann Pacek 330-345-1170 at maryannpacek@embarqmail.com

Next Adult Faith Formation Meeting -

Tuesday, May 8th at 7 pm in the Parish Hall

Lamplighters Italian Dinner—

Sunday, May 20 from Noon to 1:30 pm.

Menu includes Penne Pasta in Tomato Sauce, Meatballs & Italian Sausage, White Spaghetti, Salad with homemade Italian Dressing, homemade Italian Bread, a homemade Dessert and beverages.

All for only $8 (Adults), $7 (members), $5 (Children 4 thru 10 yrs old), FREE for kids 3 yrs or younger. Held at 1007 Rebecca St., Wooster.

The Public is welcome!

MARY’S TEARS GATHERING For Dinner and Mass

Saturday, May 19th at 5 pm

A gathering for all Mary’s Tears folks is being planned. We’ll sit together at the Saturday, 5 pm Mass on the front right side facing the Altar.

Then following the Mass, we will gather downstairs in the Parish Hall to share a Baked Ham dinner planned by Carol Hill. A basket will be provided to accept dinner donations to help with expenses.

We look forward to the fellowship and gathering of all Mary’s Tears groups from 2012 to the present time.

Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Wooster # 1703

Will meet on Thursday, May 10th, at 7 pm in St. Mary’s Parish Hall

Due to the parish pictures being taken, the meeting was moved to the SECOND Thursday of May.

An election of the new officers will be held. There will also be a Marian program with a May Crowning.

All women of the parish are invited to attend.

Do You Love Adventure?

Want an Awesome Life-Changing Experience?

If Yes to any of the above, maybe it’s time to join an international mission team! Mission Possible A to Z is sending two teams to Zambia this July and there are many rewarding ac-tivities that could use your help.

For example, completing the construction and work-ing on the interior of the library, unloading and dis-tributing shipping container contents, and working with teachers on a reading program.

No particular skills are necessary — just a heart for the poor and a desire to follow the call of Jesus.

The all-inclusive international trip cost is $3,500 and includes an overnight hotel stay in Dubai. Only addi-tional expense is for your souvenirs or sight-seeing.

If interested, contact Dorene and Mark Miller at (330-465-7177) at doreneamiller@sssnet.com. This will be an adventure you will never forget!

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SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MAY 6, 2018

Paris to Lisbon An Exceptional Marian Pilgrimage

Three Countries—France, Spain and Portugal And their Shrines to the Catholic Faith

October 17 - 26, 2018

DEADLINE—May 15th with $400 Deposit Join Father Dan Reed for a pilgrimage to Paris, Chartres, Lourdes, Barcelona, Fatima and Lisbon.

Cost is $4,990 plus flights (to be determined in June) For more information and to book this trip, go to www. theoliveodysseys.com. A few brochures are available in our church office. Questions? Contact Polly Dodenhoff at 330-262-3620 or by email to pdodenhoff@gmail.com.

A Prayer for

Vocation

Father, we're your people, the work of your

hands.

So precious are we in your sight that you

sent your Son, Jesus.

Jesus calls us to heal the broken-hearted,

to dry the tears of those who mourn, to give

hope to those who despair, and to rejoice in

your steadfast love.

We, the baptized, realize our call to serve.

Help us to know how.

Call forth from among us priests, sisters,

brothers and lay ministers.

With our hearts you continue to love your

people.

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ,

your Son, who lives and reigns with you and

the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever.

Do You Love

Baseball?

If so, then be sure to join the

St. Mary’s Knights of Columbus bus trip to see the

Cleveland Indians vs Detroit Tigers

game

Friday, June 22

Bus leaves the K of C Hall at 5 pm Cost is $50 / person and includes the game ticket and bus ride. For more information, call Jim McKeown at 330-347-9867

Being held at: 5629 State Road, Parma, OH 44134

440-884-9300 www.jrh-cleveland.org

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St. Mary School News

Mrs. H. is retiring at the end of this school year after 20 years cooking for the students at St. Mary School.

We would like to make her a Memory Book of fa-vorite moments or notes from present and past stu-dents.

Please submit your “Special Remembrances” to the School Office, Church Office or you can drop it in the collection basket at mass or email to

Laura Marvin at stm_lmarvin@tccsa.net

We would like your special memories, no later than Sunday, May 20th.

Thank you for your help with this very special project!

St. Mary School “Growing in Character, Faith

and Knowledge”

Faithwalkers in Service — Fun for Kids 4 yrs old through 6th grade (Downtown Vacation Bible School)

June 18, 19 and 20 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at First Presbyterian Church, 621 College Ave, Wooster

New Time and New Format but as always, Great Friends and Fun!

Focus Scripture: Micah 6:8 NIV—He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. Each day will have it’s own service theme: Monday is ACT JUSTLY Tuesday is LOVE MERCY Wednesday is WALK HUMBLY

Every day there will be Story, Snack, Service activity, Music, Movement and more!

To Register your child or to become a volunteer, visit https://vbsmate.com/events/downtownfaithwalkers/15958

Or visit us on Facebook at Downtown VBS of Wooster **VOLUNTEERS are needed and APPRECIATED**

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

Blessings and congratulations to all of our children who

are receiving First Holy Communion this year on Sunday,

May 6 (11 am) and Saturday, May 12 at 5 pm)

♦ Ellen Marie Armour

♦ Brianna Baughman

♦ Nylahs Christofer Bell

♦ Bryce Anthony Besancon

♦ Ambrey Annette Brewer

♦ Allison Lynn Brewer

♦ Brielle Ann Burchett

♦ Mia Cristine Burson

♦ Olivia Marie DePaulo

♦ Aidan Nicholas Dordea

♦ Kathryn Marjorie Fearon

♦ Dane Richard Hoffman

♦ Taylor Rae Hostetler

♦ Landon Timothy Imhof

♦ Jacob Logan Kline

♦ Aliyana Victoria Lockhart

♦ Ximena Navarro Torres

♦ Anthony Lynn Norton

♦ Lillian Marie Ober

♦ Alex Matthew Ritchie

♦ Ava Isabella Scott

♦ Ella Nicole Scott

♦ Gretta Kay Smith

♦ David Joseph Snider

♦ Alejandro Vanzelli-Flores

♦ Nestor Andres Vega Esquivel

♦ Harper Lee Warner

♦ Anderson Joshua Wolf

♦ Theodore William Wright

♦ Margaret Joy Yurick

♦ Brayden Robert Zipf

♦ McKenna Ann Bernice Zipf

♦ Riley Andrew Zipf

MIC Youth Ministry *All events are 6:30pm-8:30pm in Youth Room unless noted.

May 6 — End of School Year Party

Sunday MIC Nights will resume in September.

Please stay tuned for information about summer youth ministry events.

You may contact Carol at anytime with questions or feedback:

ymstmarys@gmail.com or (330) 264-8824