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(St.
Augustine Church, Barberton, OH) (December 15, 2013)
Third Sunday Advent

(Insert Graphic 2101-0035.tif) The question in todays gospel demands a response: Are you the oneor shall we look elsewhere? Put another way: Do you live your life in the way that gives clear guidance to others? Or must children and friends look elsewhere for direction: to sitcoms, athletes and politicians! The gospel asks, are you the one to bring Christ to others?
318 Holy Hours were kept with our Lord in Eucharistic Adoration last week. "Let us be generous with our time in going to meet Him in Adoration." (Blessed John Paul II) God gives us every breath and second of our lives. Can you give him back just one hour? Please call Judy Soltis at 330-212-0926. (Insert Graphic 2404-0082.tif) The next Coffee and Donuts will be served today Sunday, December 15 in the school cafeteria following the 10:30 am Mass. Plan to stop over and visit with fellow parishioners before heading home.
Attention High School Youth Group: Plan on meeting today, December 15 in Room 103 as we continue making blankets for the Elizabeth Ministry. Please bring fabric (1 yard each of two different fleece fabrics) and scissors if you have them. Friends are always welcome.
(Insert Graphic 1102-0004.tif )Immaculate Conception Church in Kenmore is offering an Anointing of the Sick Mass on Wednesday, December 18 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. If you are able to help load and/or deliver Giving Tree gifts to Family Promise on December 19 or 20, please call the Rectory (745-0011). Your help will be appreciated! (Insert Graphic 2107-0191.tif) You are invited to attend the St. Augustine 13th annual CHRISTMAS DAY DINNER. A full holiday meal will be provided from 1:00-3:00 pm in the SAC. Volunteers and donations are requested! Holiday baking to share? Items can be brought to the school on Monday, Dec. 23, from 9:30 am-1:00 pm; left at the Rectory from 1:00-4:30 pm on Monday and on Tuesday (the 24th) Karen will be at the Rectory from 8:30-12:00 noon; or brought to the school (Altar Society kitchen) on Christmas morning. Thank you.
Attention Shoppers: St. Monicas Gift Shop is open and ready to assist you in your shopping needs. Do you realize there are only 10 days until Christmas? Take a few moments to stop in and see the Christmas merchandise offered. Hours for the Gift Shop are Saturday 3:15-4:00pm and Sunday in between the 8:00-10:30 am Masses. There will be a 10% discount on everything until Christmas. (Insert Graphic 2107-0254.tif)
Due to early deadlines, all information for the bulletins must be submitted by 9:00am on the following dates: For the December 29 bulletin please have information in by Wednesday, December 18, for the January 5 bulletin, information must be received by Tuesday, December 24. Please plan ahead!
Join us as we journey together through Catholicism, Thursday, January 2 when we discover A Body Both Suffering & Glorious Mystical Union of Christ & the Eucharist. 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.
(Insert in graphic 2107-0094.tif)Volunteers are needed to help set up, serve some during, and clean-up for the Evangelization Morning of Reflection on January 4. If you are able to help in any way, please call Karen (745-0011 x 18). Thank you.
HELP! My Family Isnt Catholic Anymore a Morning of Reflection presented by

Terrie Baldwin, Director of the Evangelization Office of the Diocese of Cleveland, will be held at St. Augustine on Saturday, January 4, from 9:00 am- 12:00 pm in the school cafeteria. This opportunity is meant for anyone who has a family member, friend, coworker etc. who has abandoned their faith or who would like to be proactive in terms of their children/grandchildren. Terrie is a very interesting and knowledgeable presenter who will inform and inspire those who participate. Continental breakfast will be served. Call the Rectory to register (745-0011). Thank you.
Cards Anyone? Join us Friday, January 10 (please note date change) 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! OPLATKI Christmas Wafers are available at the Rectory for $2.00 each. Please stop in during regular business hours if you would like to make a purchase. Supplies are limited. (Insert Graphic 1108-0040.tif) Turn a good marriage into a great marriage through a Marriage Encounter Weekend! Recharge your marriage; give your spouse the gift of yourself and your time. The next weekend is scheduled for February 14-16 at the Cambria Suites in Uniontown. For more information and reservations please call Dom and Deb Reo at 330-305-9963. You can also register online at www.wwme.org/new.html. Religious give thanks. Thank you for accompanying us as we care for our elder sisters, writes a religious superior. Your gift to last weeks collection for the Retirement Fund for Religious helps support nearly 34,000 sisters, brothers, and religious order priests past age 70. May God bless you abundantly for your goodness. This weekend the 2014 Calendars will be distributed. Please take one per family so everyone can enjoy a copy. A very special thank you is extended to Silva-Hostetler Funeral Home for again providing St. Augustine with these beautiful calendars. (Insert Graphic 2107-0215.tif)
(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, Patrick Doyle, Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, Judy Kriston, Irene Lyle, Camilla Pieffer, Marilyn Stump, the family of Joshua Weigand, Betty Biagetti, Arthur Gorman, Vickie Bhe, Andrew Gombaski, Connie Liegey (Weigand), Bob Luxeder, Joanne Jones, Donald Ruegg, Elizabeth Herold, Christy Foder, Joseph Benear, Joan Salman (Weigand), Trevor Homsher, Helen Deibel, Richard McCulligan, Ed Leiberth, Keith Morlan, Emma Young, Leonard Hamilton, Betty Bartel & Charles (Jack) Weigand (Insert Graphic 2000-0040.tif) Charlene Krosnick, Ann Pipoly, Margaret Seifert & William Watson Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!
Please contact the rectory if you or someone you know has been returned back to health. (Insert Graphic 2107-0262.tif) In the November envelope packet, there is an envelope for Christmas Flowers. For those using Faith Direct, if you have made a contribution, please drop an envelope in the offertory basket with the name of your intention. In order for names to appear on the Flower List, donations must be into the rectory by Thursday, December 19. (Insert Graphic 1300-0100.tif) Stewardship Time, Talent & Treasure Sundays Offering Faith Direct Offering Total Offering Weekly Budget to meet Operating Cost (Shortfall) Overage School Support St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Flowers Religious Retirement Feast of the Immaculate Conception December 1 $ 9,756 $ 2,006 $ 11,762 $ 10,400 $ (1,362) $ $ $ $ $ 843 161 512 ----December 8 $ 8,623 $ 2,006 $ 10,629 $ 10,400 $ $ $ $ $ $ 229 538 428 155 2,112 672
Due to the efforts of 20 Donors, the American Red Cross was able to make available 14 pints of blood for needed patient care. Those 14 successful pints will help 42 patients! A considerable amount of work goes into every blood drive and precious lives have been saved or sustained as a direct result of everyones dedicated support. On behalf of the patients whose lives you have touched, as well as their loved ones, we offer heartfelt gratitude. St. Augustine Rectory will be closed Tuesday & Wednesday, December 24 & 25 to spend time with our families this Christmas and will be closed Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1 to celebrate the New Year!
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Monday, December 16 Advent Weekday 11:00 Reconciliation 12:05 Betty Frankovich Tuesday, December 17 Late Advent Weekday 8:30 Keith Bell 5:15 Francis & Elizabeth OBrien 6:15 Reconciliation Wednesday, December 18 Late Advent Weekday 12:05 Ruth Deibel & Ruth Over Thursday, December 19 Late Advent Weekday 12:05 John & Helen (Anniversary) Kelly Friday, December 20 Late Advent Weekday 11:00 Reconciliation 12:05 Michael Jerin Sr. Saturday, December 21 Late Advent Weekday 8:30 Gertrude Stadtmiller 3:00 Confessions 4:00 The People of St. Augustine Church Sunday, December 22 Fourth Sunday of Advent 8:00 Zellia family 10:30 Yarsa & Molnar families 5:15 Bernadette Gibson Readings for the Week of December 16 Nm 24:2-7,15-17a, Ps 25:4-5,6-7,8-9, Mt 21:23-27 Gn 49:2,8-10, Ps 72:1-2,3-4,7-8,17, Mt 1:1-17 Jer 23:5-8, Ps 72:1-2,12-13,18-19, Mt 1:18-25 Jgs 13:2-7,24-25a, Ps 71:3-4,5-6,16-17, Lk 1:5-25 Is 7:10-14, Ps 24:1-2,3-4,5-6, Lk 1:26-38 Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a, Ps 33:2-3,11-12,20-21, Lk 1:39-45 Is 7:10-14, Ps 24:1-2,3-4,5-6, Rom 1:1-7, Mt 1:18-24
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(Insert Graphic 1201-0055.tif) St. Augustine would like to welcome Jim OBrien and Bob Fisher to the Adult Altar Server Ministry; we are blessed to have you!
The Solemnity of St. John the Evangelist is celebrated on Friday, December 27. You are invited to honor St. John as the Patron Saint of our Diocese, our Cathedral Parish, and the Cathedral Church itself. Bishop Lennon will celebrate the 12:00 noon Mass with the addition of special music. At 7:00pm Bishop Lennon will preside at Solemn Sung Vespers. All are welcome, especially the young and those preparing for initiation. Free secure parking is available. Come and celebrate this Feast of our Patron Saint in the beauty of the Christmas Season at St. John Cathedral. In order to aid our parishioners with year-end-tax planning, we will be mailing an annual summary to those who contributed $250 or more. If you have not received a summary by January 27, 2014 please contact the rectory at 330-745-0011.

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Third Sunday Advent

HELP! My Family Isnt Catholic Anymore a Morning of Reflection presented by

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