St.

Augustine Church, Barberton, OH – October 20, 2019

Readings for the Week of October 21

Monday Rom 4:20-25, Lk 1:69-70,71-72,73-75, Lk 12:13-21
Tuesday Rom 5:12,15b,17-19,20b-21, Ps 40:7-8,8-9,10,17, Lk 12:35-38
Wednesday Rom 6:12-18, Ps 124:1-3,4-6,7-8, Lk 12:39-48
Thursday Rom 6:19-23, Ps 1:1-2,3,4,6, Lk 12:49-53
Friday Rom 7:18-25a, Ps 119:66,68,76,77,93,94, Lk 12:54-59
Saturday Rom 8:1-11, Ps 24:1-2,3-4,5-6, Lk 13:1-9
Sunday Sir 35:12-14,16-18, Ps 34:2-3,17-18,19,23, 2 Tm 4:6-8,16-18,
Lk 18:9-14

398 Holy Hours were kept before the Blessed Sacrament this past week. The
parable of the rich young man, prompts us to ask ourselves if there is
something that keeps us from following Jesus. Perhaps He asks us to let go
of our anger, fear or selfishness. All things that would keep us from following
Him with free loving minds and hearts. In an hour of adoration, ask the Lord
to help you follow Him as He wills. Call 330-745-6852 today for your hour.
The following are our current vacant hours, please consider filling a spot and
spending an hour with our Lord; Monday midnight to 1am, Wednesday 2-3am, and
Friday 2-3am.

Time, Talent & Treasure

October 6 October 13
Sunday Offering $ 7,591 $ 6,323
Faith Direct Offering $ 1,559 $ 1,559
Total Offering $ 9,150 $ 7,882

Weekly Budget to meet Operating Cost $ 11,800 $ 11,800

(Shortfall) Overage $ $ (2,650) $ (3,918)

School Support $ 726 $ 352

Capital Support $ 391 $ 400
Endowment $ --- $ ---
Annual School Fund $ 420 $ 50
Catholic Communications $ 15 $ 10
St. Vincent de Paul $ 421 $ 99
Blanket Sunday $ 555 $ 422
Organ Campaign $ --- $ 933

Organ Campaign – Goal $660,000 Total to date $ 629,197

A Barberton Area Community Ministry item for the month of October is Cereal. All donations
can be placed in the bench in front of the giving tree in the vestibule of the church. Donations
are picked up on Monday mornings. Thank you again for all your support in helping us serve
our brother’s and sister’s in need.

October 21-27
Monday, October 21 – Weekday
12:05 All Souls
6:00 Confessions

Tuesday, October 22 – Weekday

8:30 School Mass – Students and Staff of St. Augustine School
5:15 Andrew & Ann Soltis

Wednesday, October 23 – Weekday

12:05 Elvira Incorvati

Thursday, October 24 – Weekday

12:05 Catherine Ligas

Friday, October 25 – Weekday

12:05 Keri Moore

Saturday, October 26 – Weekday

8:30 Ivan & Rita Morber
3:00 Confessions
4:00 Ray Melton & Carol Ann Stevenhagen (Fr. Majikas)

Sunday, October 27 – Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

8:00 Janet & Garland Hayes & Anna Reiter (Fr. Majikas)
10:30 Don C. Snyder (Fr. Browne)
5:15 The People of St. Augustine Church (Fr. Misbrener)

Please pray for our Sick especially: Betty Bartel, Lisa Gnap, Judy Kriston, Anne
Trischan, Shanon Johnson, William Bedford, Carol Garman, Chad Trischan, Pat
Shemuga, Helene Van Oss, Paula Collins, Alexandra Kepler, Gary Reed, Barb Shehan,
Joe Patterson III, Lowell Potts, Sandra Walters, Bruce Hartung, Barb Helms, Nicole
Hahn, Tom Abbott, Bob & Patty Moses, Kelly Ann Eby, Kaleigh Shriver, Pauline
Nonno, Allen Weidman, Conner Beish, Charlie Carroll, Katie Marino, Cheryl Jackson,
Roy Smith, Tara Ferguson, C.J., Bob Eckert, Paul Moon, James Chalfant, Lori Meese,
Sharon Lohan, Carole Ezell-Bell, Julian Gonzalez, Honey Ann Zagar, Paulette Holland,
Carol Newhouse, Carol Grimes, Nick Shirey, Mary Zinkovitch, Ed Brogan, Angela
Rollins, John Anzaldi, Gary Morgan, Pam Schlernitzauer, Tom Rasicci, Sarah Brown,
Laurie Shantz, Susan Cutshall, Margaret Genet, Phil & Alyce Sherman, Kathy
Steinwand, Virginia Dellapa, Leslie Coffey, Brian Gortney, Megan Anson, Alice
Rhoades, Margo Trenta, Andy Drobnak, David Lukezic, Therese Fay, Stephen Trenta,
Michael Yurich, Ed Vesa, Tod Copaci, Di Vickers, Betty Gombaski, Kirk Shemuga,
Tom McCourt, Carol Elliot & Steve Sanford

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. If there is someone you
know who has been returned to health and can be removed from the sick list, please
contact the rectory.

Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

The widow in today’s gospel was successful because she was persistent. Children tend to be
naturally persistent; they will repeat the same request over and over until an exhausted parent
gives in, and then later will feel guilty for not being stronger. The gospel encourages us to pray
always and not lose heart. Our challenge is to be a good – not perfect – parent.

Pastor’s Formed Pick of the Week: “Joseph of Nazareth: The Story of the Man Closest
to Christ:
"The first feature film ever on the story of St. Joseph, who was a carpenter, the husband of
Mary, and the foster father of Jesus Christ. Scripture tells us that St. Joseph was a ""just man"" and
that God gave him the most daunting task ever asked of a man–to be the husband of the woman
who would give birth to the Messiah and the father and protector of this Holy Family. He would be
the man closest to Christ.
Starring Tobias Moretti in a manly, appealing performance, we are shown the human, noble,
and deeply spiritual aspects of Joseph the carpenter, son of David, servant of God, and loving
husband of Mary. He is presented as a man of faith who must grapple greatly with the profound
mysteries of the miraculous conception, the Virgin Birth, the Incarnation of the Son of God, and the
incredible challenges of protecting and raising Jesus amidst the threats on his life from the moment
of his birth and beyond.
As Joseph is informed by God's messengers about trusting and following his plan for Christ,
the dangerous flight into Egypt to save his child, and finally returning to Nazareth to raise Jesus, this
lovely film presents beautiful vignettes of these and other powerful scenes in the life of the young
Christ and the Holy Family that are authentic and inspiring. Also stars Stefania Rivi, Franco
Interlenghi, and Andrea Prodan."
Christ’s Peace!
Fr. David Majikas

Month Four – Developing Baby – Well, your little baby now weighs six
ounces. He has fingernails and eyelashes. He has his own unique
fingerprints, which will remain the same until he dies. His taste buds are
working. His sense of hearing is developing and present at 14 weeks.
There are no major developments anymore. Your spiritually adopted baby
is already formed, internally and externally. All he needs now is time to gain weight
and grow strong. What a miracle he is!
 Food, Fellowship and Faith for Adults - Join us on Monday, October 21 at 7:30pm, as we
welcome our Guest speaker Keith Johnson- Parish Catechetical Leader, St. Sebastian
Parish, who will present a talk entitled “From Pentecostal Preacher to Catholic PCL: My
Journey to the Catholic Faith” at The Tangier Bistro Bar, located at 532 West Market Street,
Akron. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. $10 admission fee includes appetizers – cash bar available. This event is
sponsored by St. Sebastian Parish, Akron.

AM 1260 The Rock’s Day of Prayer and Fasting for Priests - In honor of Priesthood Sunday, AM 1260
The Rock is asking the faithful of Northeast OH to join us in our second annual Day of Prayer and Fasting
for Priests on Friday October 25. Know that it will make a difference in the lives of the clergy who serve
us so faithfully. Consider offering a mass for them, going to adoration, fasting, or making some small
sacrifice. More than 30 locations are opening their doors for you. For the complete of locations, visit
am1260therock.com. Thank you for joining us in this important effort!

Men’s Fellowship will meet next Saturday, October 26 from 7-8:25am in the school cafeteria. We will
continue our study of Mark’s Gospel, and we will pray a rosary for Marriage, Family, and Respect for
Life, and world peace. Any questions, contact Gib Adolph at 330-634-3738 or email
[email protected].

On Saturday, October 26 from 10am-2pm, the Barberton Police will be collecting unwanted
medications at the old First Merit parking lot at 480 W. Tuscarawas Ave. This is a drive
up/drop off event; a police officer will meet you at your vehicle. No need to park and get
out. This project is sponsored by the U. S. Drug Enforcement Administration and they pick up the meds
from Barberton and take them for controlled, environmentally safe destruction.

Catholics across the country will be celebrating Priesthood Sunday on October 27. It is a
day set aside to celebrate the importance of the gift of priesthood in the life of the Church.
It is a time for us to reflect on the ministry that our priests share with us when we gather
at the Table of the Lord – when we call in our time of need. Consider sharing a personal
note or card of thanks. Together we pray that many of our young people will be inspired by
the ministry and witness of our priests. May their hearts be open to hearing and
responding to God’s call in their lives? For more information on the priesthood, visit
www.clepriesthood.com

St. Augustine Church will offer a special All Souls Day Mass, Saturday, November 2 at 10:00am for the
repose of the souls for those who passed away during the past year through October 18, 2019. You are
especially invited to attend the Mass at which time the names of the deceased will be read and a special
candle lit for each one. Just as a joy that is shared is doubled, a sorrow that is shared is halved. Please
join us for this special time of healing, support and celebration of life and faith.

HOLY LAND GIFTS is at St. Augustine Church this weekend November 2 &
3, 2019. There will be a display (in the school) of hand-carved items such as
Nativity scenes, crucifixes, rosaries, the Last Supper and much more. Make
your way over after Mass, all items are available for purchase and make
wonderful gifts for loved ones. Start your shopping early this year!

Be an Angel and Save the Date! - Circle Saturday morning, November 2 for the Mom & Me
Snow Angel Tea from 8:30-11:30am in the St. Augustine SAC. Enjoy breakfast, a fashion
show, and a special talk by St. Francis de Sales parish member, Therese Holderbaum,
speaking on “Angels 101.” Bring your Bestie for Hot Beverages and Warm Pastries with Cool Company—
all to benefit Akron’s Snow Angels, who minister to our community’s less fortunate with clothing,
blankets, toiletries—and foster friendship through conversations. All are welcome to attend and the
event is free, but reservations are essential. RSVP at the Rectory by Tuesday, October 29th by calling
330-745-0011.

Join us for the next Euchre, Friday, November 8 beginning with dinner at
6:30pm in the cafeteria. Bring a covered dish to share. For questions,
contact Bernadette at 330-745-0011. Hope to see you there!

The Mass for the Anointing of the Sick will be Saturday, November 16 at the 4:00 Mass, sponsored by
the 5th grade school and PSR. If you know anyone in need of this special sacrament, please invite them,
they do not have to be parishioners to participate.

Join the Story December 6, 2019, 6-9pm Zwisler Hall St. Sebastian Parish – This is a Fundraiser of Faith
benefiting the ITE Project. A young Adult Community. Tickets are available at: TheITE Project.com.

Did you know there is a Catholic organization for people with Irish ancestry? The
Ancient Order of Hibernians is committed to preserving Irish-American Catholic
heritage through the principles of Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity. It is the
largest national Irish-American organization. Our local chapter is Southern
Summit County has its own hall on Brown Street across from the Firestone Park Post Office. If
you are interested in joining or finding out more about the Hibernians, and have any small part
of Irish ancestry, gentlemen contact Deacon Robin Adair at 330-283-4983 and ladies contact;
Colleen McKenzie at 330-328-2684.

St. Augustine is in desperate need of Lectors for the 4:00pm Mass. If you are willing to share your
talents, training will be provided. For those interested, please contact Deacon Adair at 330-283-4983.

Please Note: Information placed on the bulletin board in the vestibule of the church
must first be approved by the rectory. Anything not approved will be removed. Thank
you!

St. Augustine Culture of Life would like to give a special Thanks to all
those who braved the cold to make this year's Public Rosary Rally a
success! REMEMBER each and every time you bear witness, "Rejoice
and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets
who were before you" Mathew 5:12 "If you belonged to the world, the world would love its own; but
because you do not belong to the world, and I have chosen you out of the world, the world hates
you. Remember the word I spoke to you, 'No slave is greater than his master.' If they persecuted me,
they will also persecute you." James 15:18-20 " Compete well for the faith to which you were called, lay
hold of eternal life to which you were called. In the presence of many witnesses" 1 Timothy 6:12 Next
week the Culture of Life will be collecting signatures and donations for Northeast Ohio Right to Life. For
more information contact Lynn Willig at (330) 472-9452

St. Augustine Preschool Child Care Center - is growing and

currently seeking staff for part time and full time, teaching
positions. Prospective applicants for this position must have at
least a High School Diploma, higher education is preferable and at least one year of
classroom experience in a childcare center. The ideal candidate possesses a positive
attitude, Is dedicated to creating a nurturing and learning atmosphere and is
passionate about caring for and educating young children. If you possess these
qualities and qualifications, please inquire into joining our team! Send cover letter
and resume to; [email protected] or St. Augustine Preschool, 633 West
Paige Avenue, Barberton, OH 44203. Should you have any questions, please feel free
to call at 330-745-5735.

Care to join us and be a part of the fun! Join The Bobcat Ski Club – Snowboarding too!
Register on-line at www.bmbw.com on the club log in tab. Our club name is bobcatski. The
password to register is wish4snow. Ski Club is offered to all those who are between the
ages of 9 and 18 as of January 1, 2020.

With the upcoming Holy Days and Holidays it is time to start looking for Minsters for the
Masses. A sign-up sheet has been placed in the sacristy for Lectors and a sheet in the
vestibule for Ushers. Please prayerfully consider being a part of our Masses this season.

St. Augustine Parish is currently seeking a Facilities Manager. Applicants Primary Function is to work in a
supervisory role in the maintenance and care of the parish buildings and grounds in an efficient manner
to ensure compliance to applicable building codes, safety standards and with a commitment to the best
interest of St. Augustine Parish. This position is Full Time – 40 hours per week and reports to the Pastor.
Interested applicants can stop into the rectory to pick up an application along with a full job description
or you can email the business manager at [email protected].