August 20, 2017 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

What’s Happening … Alpha Registration ............... 2

Verses & Prayers ................. 3

Parish News & Events .......... 4

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Caring Cooks Ministry

Oktoberfest: Save the Date

Parish Family Life Events

Second Blessings Sale .......... 5

A Testimonial

Your Financial Stewardship

Parish Activities Schedule

Bishop Perez Installation .... 6

Ministry & Mass Schedules . 7

Saint John of the Cross Parish, 140 Richmond Rd., Euclid OH 44143 (216) 289-0770

facebook.com/sjocp saintjohnofthecross.org

Great is Your Faith! “It is not right to take the food of the children and throw it to the dogs.” She said, “Please, Lord, for even the dogs eat the scraps that fall from the table of their masters.” Then Jesus said to her in reply, “O woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you wish.” And the woman’s daughter was healed from that hour. — Mt 15:26b-28

Saint John of the Cross Roman Catholic Parish

How is your faith? Join us for Alpha. See more information inside and register for the course.

Take the Alpha journey with us! Saint John of the Cross Parish will embark on a great adventure this fall.

Alpha is a non-denominational, 11-week course that explores the basics of the Christian faith. Each weekly format is the same, but the content is different. There’s FOOD: a different meal each week; TALKS: a video presentation on the week’s topic; and DISCUSSION: a chance to ask questions about life and faith, and talk through issues in small groups.

Where: St. John of the Cross Parish Community Center 140 Richmond Rd., Euclid OH 44143

When: Tuesdays, starting Sept. 12 at 6:30 pm for 11 weeks

What more do I need to know about the Alpha Course?

Find out more in the Gathering Area before or after each Mass.

Alpha is endorsed by the Catholic Church.

More than 29 million people in over 169 countries have attended Alpha.

Alpha is open to everyone, Catholic and non-Catholic. There’s no pressure, no follow up and no charge.

You are not required to attend every scheduled session. Come check it out … no commitment!

Learn even more about Alpha at saintjohnofthecross.org/alpha or alphausa.org.

There are several ways to register for Alpha:

1) You can complete the form below, tear it off and slip it in the gathering area registration box, give it to an usher or greeter, or mail it to Saint John of the Cross, 140 Richmond Rd., Euclid OH 44143.

2) You can register online at saintjohnofthecross.org/alpha and submit it electronically.

3) You can pick up a registration form in the gathering area and slip it in the registration box.

An opportunity to evangelize

If you know family members, friends, neighbors or co-workers that may be struggling with life or faith, invite them to join you for Alpha. Take a handful of Alpha bookmarks and registration forms with you today!

Have you ever asked yourself questions about life and faith?

Interested? Watch the weekly Alpha video in the Gathering area following each Mass.

ALPHA COURSE REGISTRATION FORM Yes, I would like to share in the Alpha experience!

Name: __________________________________________ Please confirm my registration by (check one):

Email: __________________________________________ _____Email ____ Phone

Phone: _________________________________________ Please register before Sept. 4. Although you are not required to

register, it helps us to prepare enough materials and meals.

Please Pray for the Sick of the Parish and their Caregivers... Beverley Argento

Lew Ballard

Jim Brown

Noella Burrows

Jane DePalma

David DeProspero

Lillian Dolenc

Constance Durrah

Mary Frain

Ann Grossman

Joe Hocevar

John Hocevar

Marlene Hoageson

Andrew Jarm

Doris Kowalski

Evelyn Kublin

Joan Latessa

Mili Lekan

Marie Lipold

Bill Magri

Joe Matejka

Ronald Maxey

John Paglia

Joe Pastore

Anna Pepock

Joan Raddell

Martha Rymer

Carole Smigelski

Frank Somrack

Mary Somrack

John Tarmann

John Tousel

Marcie Vanek

Scripture Readings for the Week Sunday:

Isaiah 56:1, 6-7 Psalms 67:2-3, 5-6, 8 Romans 11:13-15, 29-32 Matthew 15:21-28

Monday:

Judges 2:11-19 Psalms 106:34-37, 39-40, 43ab, 44 Matthew 19:16-22

Tuesday:

Judges 6:11-24a Psalms 85:9, 11-14 Matthew 19:23-30

Wednesday:

Judges 9:6-15 Psalms 21:2-7 Matthew 20:1-16

Thursday:

Revelation 21:9b-14 Psalms 145:10-13, 17-18 John 1:45-51

Friday:

Ruth 1:1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22 Psalms 146:5-10 Matthew 22:34-40

Saturday:

Ruth 2:1-3, 8-11; 4:13-17 Psalms 128:1b-5 Matthew 23:1-12

Next Sunday:

Isaiah 22:19-23 Psalms 138:1-3, 6, 8 Romans 11:33-36 Matthew 16:13-20

Monday, Aug. 21 St. Pius X 6:30 pm Robert Kravos

Tuesday, Aug. 22 The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary 8:15 am St. John of the Cross Parish Family

Wednesday, Aug. 23 Weekday

Thursday, Aug. 24 St. Bartholomew 6:30 pm St. John of the Cross Parish Family

Friday, Aug. 25 Weekday 8:15 am Continued Good Health of Vince Campanella

Saturday, Aug. 26 Weekday 4:00 pm Joseph, Mary, & Nancy Radachy

Sunday, Aug. 27 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:45 am Deceased Members of Raycher Family 9:00 am Vincent Veneziano 11:00 am Newt & Ginny Baker

Mass Intentions for the Week

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ST. JOHN OF THE CROSS PRAYER NETWORK HOTLINE

216-289-0770 ext. 33

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.

Remember our elderly and homebound as well.

Please notify the Parish Office when a name can be removed from this list.

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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 our website or Facebook.com/sjocp.

Membership If you wish to become a member of our parish, complete the online form on our website, visit the parish office, or call. 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.

Our Deepest Sympathies

Families of Alphonse Valenti and Mimi Fletcher

May they know the peace and comfort of God’s love and find strength in the support of friends, family and our parish community.

Parish News & Events

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? Need help with an issue in your life?

Talk to the pastor. Set up appointment by calling (216) 289-0770 or emailing to frsal@saintjohnofthecross.org.

Caring Cooks Ministry Are you or someone in your family experiencing an illness, recovering from surgery or another emergency? The “Caring Cooks” can help. On a short-term basis, the Caring Cooks will provide meals during a difficult time. Call the Parish Office for further information. If interested in joining this ministry to help your fellow parishioners during their difficult time, please contact JoAnn Volk at (216) 383-6525.

Prayer Shawl Ministry The Prayer Shawl Ministry combines the love of knitting and crocheting with compassion for those in need of comfort and healing. The shawl maker prays for whomever is to receive the shawl. All of our shawls receive a final blessing by the group. Shawl makers meet once a month or can be involved at home. Contributions for yarn are also greatly appreciated. If you would like to request a prayer shawl for a member of your family or for a friend, please call the Parish Office at (216) 289-0770.

Save the Date: October 28 St. John of the Cross Oktoberfest! Oktoberfest is coming to St. John of the Cross! The evening begins with a Polka Mass at 4 pm followed by a tradition German feast, music and dancing! If you would like to help out with set up, serving, or clean-up, please call the parish office at (216) 289-0770.

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Your Financial Stewardship

Last Week’s Giving ....................................................................... $5,156.00

Last Week’s Maintenance Giving ................................................. $1,339.00

Last Week’s Online Giving ............................................................ $1,586.00

Last Week’s Online Maintenance Giving ........................................ $294.50

Total ..................................................................................... $8,375.50

Your generous support helps our parish fulfill its mission to serve God and share our gifts with the community.

Parish Activities Schedule Monday, August 21

7 pm Finance Meeting (P)

Tuesday, August 22

7 pm Legion of Mary (MR2)

Wednesday, August 23

7 pm Choir Practice (C)

Thursday, August 24

6:30 p Bingo Team #2 (G) 7 pm Spiritual Life (MR2)

Friday, August 25

8 pm AA Meeting (Rm. 6)

Saturday, August 26

7 am Men’s Prayer Group (Rm.6)

C-Church MR2-Meeting Room #2 SHR-Sacred Heart Room P-Parish Office PG-Parish Grounds G-Gym PC-Parish Community Center PCB-Parish Community Basement Rm. 6 in Parish Community Center SRW-Ss. Robert and William

Experience the Outdoor Mass before it’s over!

Hear the beauty of God’s Word while surrounded by the beauty of His World.

Join us through Sept. 4 at 7:45 am, weather permitting. Bring your friends!

Parish News & Events

A Testimonial: More Than A Rummage Sale

Never have I been involved in such a group as the Second Blessings Ministry at SJOC. I mean never. This is a group of unbelievable people who are friendly, loving, caring, kind, and most of all, hard working. Dear Lord are they hard working! I unexpectedly lost my job back in January and I needed something to fill my time while I licked my wounds. As I thought and prayed about what I would do next, I saw the article in our bulletin regarding our rummage sale. I decided to give Carla Colo a call. The rest, as they say, is history. What fun! It is a lot of work, but it is so much fun. This is a well-organized, respectful, clean and classy rummage sale. This is not your neighbor's garage sale! Trust me. The variety of donations is incredible and at times overwhelming. SJOC is a very generous parish. Please come and see for yourselves. This Ministry is LOVE disguised as a Rummage Sale. Although the name is Second Blessings, for me it was a First Blessing. It has helped me to move on. What a fabulous way to begin to venture down a new path. It is a privilege to be a part of it.

Jane Ocepek

Second Blessings Rummage Sale Saturday, September 9

9 am — 6 pm (8 am $5 early bird Sat. only)

Sunday, September 10 12 pm — 5 pm Free Admission

Cash and Credit Cards Accepted

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INSTALLATION OF BISHOP NELSON J. PEREZ

Bishop-designate Perez will be installed as the 11th bishop of the Diocese of Cleveland at a Solemn Mass on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in downtown Cleveland. Evening Prayer will be celebrated on September 4. Tickets required for this event. The diocese will be streaming both the 5:30 p.m. Sept. 4 vespers and the 2 p.m. Sept. 5 installation liturgy live on its website, dioceseofcleveland.org. Local television stations also are planning some coverage of the events. Diocesan officials are trying to make it easy for those interested to watch one or both events.

Visiting Eucharistic Ministers

Richmond Heights Hospital Wednesday, Aug. 23 ........................................ Chris B.

Grande Pointe Sunday, Aug. 27 .................................................... Matt

Ministers Schedule — August 26-27, 2017

Masses: Presiders Greeters Lector 1 Lector 2 Eucharistic Ministers Servers

Saturday 4 pm

Fr. Mehok K. Beyer S. Thomas- Greaves

B. Contorno M. Freas T. Burrello, P. Kiikka, S. Lonchor, J. Monger, M. Monger, M. Monger, B. Pophal, R. Raguz

K. Brokamp J. Monger

Sunday 7:45 am

Fr. Timothy

Sunday 9 am

Fr. Sal M. Chinchar H. Drozin

C. Hainrihar R. Somich W. Burnett, M. Chinchar, R. Corbo, D. DiMare, E. Edelman, L. Fulton, R. Lammermeier, K. Sorc

A. Somich A. Somich

Sunday 11 am

Fr. Sal D. Mallett R. Simek

J. Hocevar J. Johnson D. Apanasewicz, R. Apanasewicz, S. Dreyer, J. Dreyer, D. Hocevar, S. Johnson, J. Schmidt, T. Wetzel

A. Apanasewicz C. Knox

Need to Know

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Mass Schedule

Celebration of Eucharist

Saturday Vigil ........................ 4:00 pm Sunday .................................. 7:45 am (Outdoor Shrine) .............................................. 9:00 am & 11:00 am Monday & Thursday ............. 6:30 pm Tuesday & Friday .................. 8:15 am Holy Day ................................ 8:15 am, noon & 6:30 pm

Eucharistic Adoration

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

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Saturday ................................ 3:00—3:30 pm

Rosary follows Tuesday and Friday am Masses

Parish Staff & Office Hours

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

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

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

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

Francesco Binda………………………...Director of Music

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

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

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

Nancy Powell ................................ Bookkeeper

Parish Office Hours

Monday−Friday ............................. 8:00 am−4:00 pm

Saturday ........................................ 9:00 am−1:00 pm

ATTENTION LITURGICAL MINISTERS: It is time to prepare the next Liturgical Minister’s Schedule. The schedule will begin in October through January 2018. If you have any special requests or would like to make changes in Mass times at which you serve etc., please contact Anita Linsky at the Parish Office at secretary@saintjohnofthecross.org or call (216) 289-0770 by September 18. Thank You.

Counters

Monday, August 28 ....................................... “C” Team