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 Sunday Masses
5 p.m., Saturday Vigil; 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 5:30 p.m.
Weekday Masses
7:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday; 7 p.m. Monday and Thursday
First Friday - 7 p.m.
Holy Day Masses
7 p.m. Vigil, 7:30 a.m., 7 p.m.
Reconciliation
Saturdays, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Readings for the Week
Monday: Gal 4:22-24, 26-27, 31-5:1; Ps 113:1b-2, 2-4, 5a and 6-7;
Lk 11:29-32
Tuesday: Gal 5:1-6; Ps 119:41, 43, 44, 45, 47, 48; Lk 11:37-41
Wednesday: Gal 5:18-25; Ps 1:1-2, 3, 4, and 6; Lk 11:42-46
Parish Pastoral Council
Damien Ludwiczak (chair): 330-725-6567
Jenn Stanziano (vice chair):
(330)416-7207
Anthony Kovalik (secretary):
(330)723-6315
Mike Baumgartner: (330)725-4445
Jo Ann Cook: (330)725-6240
Kathy Gaughan: (330)722-8848
Tuesday Hamilton: (330)591-0580
Charise Kasper: (330)721-6510
Rachelle Skupski: (330)721-1785
Vince Tricomi: (330)603-7327
Thursday: Eph 1:1-10; Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4, 5-6; Lk 11:47-54
Friday: Eph 1:11-14; Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 12-13; Lk 12:1-7
Saturday: 2 Tm 4:10-17b; Ps 145:10-11, 12-13, 17-18; Lk 10:1-9
Sunday: Is 45:1, 4-6; Ps 96:1, 3, 4-5, 7-8, 9-10; 1 Thes 1:1-5b;
Mt 22:15-21
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church,
606 E. Washington St., Medina, OH 44256
330-725-4968 sfxmedina.com
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church
THIS WEEK AT ST. FRANCIS XAVIER
Sunday, October 12 (Operation Homes—RH)
10:00 am
RCIA (RH)
10:00 am
PSR Preschool (XR/SCH)
1:00 pm
Bereavement Ministry (XR)
5:00 pm
Bingo (CB)
6:30 pm
LifeTeen Life Night (XR)
7:00 pm
Confirmation Session (CH)
Monday, October 13 (Operation Homes—RH)
6:00 pm
Schola Rehearsal (CH)
6:45 pm
Kindergarten Fall Fun Fest (XR)
7:00 pm
Boy Scouts—Troop 506 (CB)
7:00 pm
Cub Scout Troop 3506—Webelos (LR)
7:15 pm
Cantor Rehearsal (CH)
7:30 pm
Pastoral Council (125)
Tuesday, October 14 (Operation Homes—RH)
8:00 am
Donuts with Dad (XR)
5:30 pm
Youth Choir (CH)
6:30 pm
Bingo (CB)
6:45 pm
1st Reconciliation Parent Meeting (CH)
7:00 pm
Cantor/Guitar Rehearsal (MO)
7:00 pm
Young Adult Bible Study (CR)
7:00 pm
RCIA (LR)
7:00 pm
Stewardship Committee (RLR)
7:00 pm
Stitching Stewards (TL)
Wednesday, October 15 (Operation Homes—RH)
6:45 pm
The Edge (XR/School)
7:00 pm
CYO Basketball Coaches Meeting (CB)
Thursday, October 16 (Operation Homes—RH)
6:15 pm
PSR Elementary (XR/SCH)
7:30 pm
SPA (CB/LR)
7:30 pm
Adult Choir (CH)
Friday, October 17
9:15 am
Moms and Tots (CB)
4:00 pm
WCRHP Setup (XR/SCH/CB)
6:45 pm
1st Reconciliation Parent Meeting (CH)
Saturday, October 18
8:30 am
Cleaning Angels (CH)
9:00 am
PSR Elementary (XR/SCH)
9:00 am
Building and Grounds (RH)
1:00 pm
Little Navigators Basketball Camp (GYM)
Sunday, October 19 (Operation Homes—RH)
10:00 am
RCIA (RH)
10:00 am
PSR Preschool (XR/SCH)
1:00 pm
Bereavement Ministry (RH)
1:30 pm
New Parishioner Welcome (107)
2:00 pm
Confirmation Practice (CH)
4:30 pm
Cub Scouts—Troop 3506 (RH)
5:00 pm
Bingo (CB)
6:30 pm
LifeTeen Life Night (XR)
7:00 pm
MCRHP (RH)
Location key: (CH) Church (CB) Church Basement
(LR) Loyola Room (CR) Rectory Conference Room
(XR) Xavier Room (SCH) School (TL) Teachers’ Lounge
(LIB) School Library (RH) Randel House (RHLT) RH Life Teen
(RLR) Rectory Living Room (HM) Holy Martyrs Church
(K of C) Knights of Columbus Hall
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LITURGY SCHEDULE
Sunday, October 12
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 am
Anna Mae Stasko (TK)
10:00 am
Agnes Port (CC)
12:00 pm
Myriam Gantenbein (CC)
1:30 pm
Baptisms
5:30 pm
The People of St. Francis Xavier (TS)
Monday, Oct0ber 13
7:30 am
Janice Kalil (CC)
7:00 pm
Mario and Catherine Corsi (TK)
Tuesday, Oct0ber 14
7:30 am
Connie Liechty (TK)
9:15 am
School Liturgy (CC)
Wednesday, October 15
7:30 am
Mildred Brenner (TK)
Thursday, October 16
7:30 am
Ed and Libby Bush (CC)
6:00 pm
Avilas
7:00 pm
Dorothy and Bill Feron (TK)
Friday, October 17
7:30 am
Pour Souls in Purgatory (CC)
Saturday, October 18
7:30 am
Lee and Irene Bush (TS)
8:00 am
Adoration for Life
3:30 pm
Reconciliation
5:00 pm
Chester Cymanski (TK)
8:00 pm
WCRHP Prayer Service
Sunday, October 19
29th Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 am
Gayle Kasper (CC)
10:00 am
Wilson Pompili (TS)
12:00 pm
Vera Ortiz Wilenski (TS)
5:30 pm
The People of St. Francis Xavier (TK)
(TS) Fr. Tony Sejba; (TK) Fr. Thomas Kowatch;
(CC) Fr. Chris Cox; (EL) Fr. Ed Lajack;
(PK) Deacon Paul Kipfstuhl;
(JL) Deacon Joe Loutzenhiser; (DN) Deacon Dan Norris
Parish Treasury Update:
October 4-5, 2014
Sunday Offertory: $21,280.28
Envelopes: 436
Thank you for your
generosity! Mass attendance,
October 4-5, 2014
5:00 pm 376
8:00 am 310
10:00 am 610
12:00 pm 337
5:30 pm 257
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St. Francis Xavier Church Staff
Pastor
Rev. Anthony Sejba (ext. 8956)
Parochial Vicars
Rev. Thomas Kowatch (ext. 8955)
Rev. Chris Cox (ext. 8957)
Deacons
Deacon Paul Kipfstuhl
Deacon Joseph Loutzenhiser
Deacon Daniel Norris
Director of Adult Initiation
Jenny Bonarrigo
Director of Music
Mary Gabriel (ext. 8960)
Director of Religious Education
Susan Rohe-Brooks (ext. 8961)
Youth Minister
Paul Koopman (ext. 8958)
October 12, 2014
Worship and Sacraments at St. Francis Xavier
Baptisms: Two Sundays each month at 1:30 p.m.; baptism classes every other month. Call the rectory for
dates.
Reconciliation: Saturdays, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.; Thursday
before First Friday, 6:15 to 6:45 p.m.
Anointing of the Sick: Prompt attention at any time,
day or night! Please call the rectory to arrange for this
sacrament: 330-725-4968.
Marriage: Please call as soon as possible! Preparation
requires a minimum of sixth months. Marriage guidelines are available on request.
Director of Ministry and Communication
Jennifer Webb (ext. 8946)
Nocturnal Adoration: First Friday of the month, 7:30
p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Saturday.
School Principal
Adoration for Life: Third Saturday of the month fol-
Bibiana Seislove (ext. 8903)
Director of “Little Sailors” Pre-School
Monica Gorman (ext. 8920)
Business Manager
Ray Scherry (ext. 8954)
Contact us
Rectory Offices: 330-725-4968
Parish School of Religion: 330-722-7700
St. Francis Xavier School: 330-725-3345
School Fax: 330-721-8626
Church Basement: 330-764-8912
Latchkey: 330-725-6203
Cemetery (Dave Thomas): 330-722-4477
The Senior Club is planning a lunch day out on Friday,
October 24, at Carrie Cerrino’s Ballroom where we will
be entertained by the Four Aces, Nick Costa and Bill Pirie.
We will car pool from the Washington St. parking lot,
leaving at 10:45 a.m. and be back home before 4:00 p.m.
Lunch begins at 12 noon with the show to follow. Cost
for lunch and show is $45.00. Please call Pete Danszczak
(330-725-7283) if you would like to reserve a seat.
Thanksgiving Food Baskets and Christmas Baskets/Gifts
The St. Vincent de Paul Society offers baskets to families
who qualify because of job loss, medical issues, or unanticipated expenses.
Please contact the St. Vincent de Paul at 330-764-8952
and leave your name and number on the St. Vincent de Paul
voicemail between October 1 and November 5. The message
should refer to receiving a Thanksgiving and Christmas basket.
A SVDP member will contact you to set-up a confidential
interview in the church office.
lowing 7:30 a.m. Mass, 8-8:30 a.m.
Rectory office hours
Monday through Thursday,
8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Bingo
Sundays: Doors open at 3:30 p.m.; games start at 5:00 p.m.
Tuesdays: Doors open at 5:00 p.m.; games start at 6:30 p.m.
The St. Vincent de
Paul Blanket Sunday collection is the
weekend of October
11-12, 2014. Envelopes will be at the end of the pews.
Your efforts help many needy families, children, elderly
and homeless people during the winter months. Please
return envelopes in the collection basket this week.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and Nursing
Homes
Eucharistic Ministers who bring holy communion to
the Nursing Homes, Hospice, and/or hospitals are invited to
attend a meeting which will provide training and explain
new procedures. Any Eucharistic Minister who would like
to become involved in this ministry is also invited to attend.
This ministry will no longer require you to distribute at
Mass and go directly to the Nursing facility. Meeting will
be held in the Xavier Room, Sunday, October 25, at 1:15
p.m. and repeated on Monday, October 27, at 7:30 p.m.
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St. Francis Xavier Catholic School Update
Our Busy Fall Continues!
A short me ago our 2nd graders hosted
Grandparents Day and the turnout was awesome. Grandparents and special friends of
our 2nd graders shared a wonderful a ernoon of ac vi es together. Coming up this
week on Monday evening, our School Advisory Commi ee
(SAC) is hos ng our Kindergarten Fall Fun Fest for all SFX Kindergarteners and their families. Please join us for this fun
filled evening of fellowship with other Kindergarten families.
Tuesday morning at 8:00AM is Donuts with Dads hosted by
our PTC. Dads (A-K) are invited to come and enjoy me with
your children in the Xavier Room before the school day begins. Grades 5-8 will celebrate liturgy together on Tuesday
morning. Please join us if your schedule permits. Thursday
is the 1st quarter Volunteer Apprecia on Dress Down Day for
students whose parents volunteered during the 1st quarter.
Once again, you can see that October is a very busy
month at St. Francis Xavier School. Please see the weekly
mee ngs listed below. A full list of ac vi es can be found on
the calendar located on the school website.
It is not too soon to think about the SFX Kalahari Family
Night and Fundraiser that benefits the parent-sponsored 8th
Grade Washington DC Trip. Kalahari Family Night is Thursday, February 12, 2015. There is no school on Friday 2/13, so
come enjoy the fun.
We educate for excellence and
together we learn to become
Disciples of Christ
Finally, there is No School this Friday, as our teachers will
be a ending a Diocesan In-service off campus. Thank you.
Have a blessed week.
In Christ,
Mrs. Seislove
This Week at a Glance:
Date
Event
Monday,
October 13
Tuesday,
October 14
Time
6:30 p.m. in the Xavier
Kindergarten Fall Fun Fest Room
8:00 a.m. in the Xavier
Room
Donuts with Dad (A-K)
School Liturgy
9:15 a.m. in the Church
(Grades 5 –8)
First Reconcilia on Parent
6:45 p.m. in the Church
and Student Mee ng
1st Quarter Volunteer Apprecia on Dress
Down Day
End of 1st Quarter
Thursday,
October 16
Marco’s Pizza Night
Friday, October 17
Looking Ahead:
Date
Monday, October 20
Tuesday,
October 21
NO SCHOOL — Teacher In-service Day
First Reconcilia on Parent
6:45 p.m. in the Church
and Student Mee ng
Event
2nd Quarter Begins
Teacher Tuesday
All School Liturgy
PTC/SAC Candlelight Parade Mee ng
St. Vincent/St. Mary High
School Visits 7th and 8th
Graders
Thursday,
October 23
Market Day Pickup
Friday, October 24
Time
9:15 a.m. in the Church
6:30 p.m. in the Xavier
Room
1:05 p.m. in the Gym
3:00 p.m. in the
Church Basement
1st Quarter Report Cards
1st Magazine Turn-in Dress Down Day (with Pass)
CYO HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL
Signups for High School CYO basketball are going on
now. Deadline to sign up is Oct 29th. This program
is open to boys and girls in grades 9-12 who are registered parishioners at St. Francis Xavier a ending a local high
school, parochial school or are home schooled. Registra on
forms can be found on the Parish website, at the rectory office
or by emailing [email protected].
SAVE the DATE! November 1-2 LifeTeen and Respect Life will
be hos ng a Diaper Drive! Please look in future bulle ns for
details!
Buy your gift cards!
Gift Cards support St. Francis Xavier Church and School!
REMINDER: The Gift Card box is not in the rectory office on Mondays.
Thank you.
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PARISH SCHOOL OF RELIGION
330-722-7700, ext. 8961
[email protected]
PARENTS, please note:
The 2014-15 year information for all our religious
education programs (time, date, arrivals, dismissals,
etc.) can be found in the handbook. It is on the parish
website www.sfxmedina.com under Parish—About—Parish
School of Religion, then the program area.
Sacrament Program
We look forward to seeing our parents and students who are attending the meeting this coming Tuesday, October 14 or Friday, October 17 in the church from
6:45 to 8:00 p.m.
Preschool Classes (Ages 3, 4, 5; Sundays during
10:00 a.m. Mass):
Our program began last Sunday. This provides for the above
age students a formal opportunity to be aware of God the Father and Jesus and how special they all are as God’s children.
Prayer, a weekly theme, crafts, song, and some other activities
that take place each week. We can use another catechist to
help lighten the age group sizes. Please call the PSR office at
330-722-7700, if you can help. Sessions are on Sunday, October
12th and 26th. There are no classes on October 19th due to
Women’s Renewal
The Edge (Grades 6,7,8) Wednesday evenings from
6:45-8:15 p.m.:
Our classes are in session on Wednesday evenings, October
15th, 22nd, 29th. The theme of Sacraments is being studied in
great detail during this month. The Edge Service project to Emeritus will be Tuesday, October 28, leaving St. Francis Xavier at 6:50
p.m. and returning at 7:15 p.m. Permission forms are online.
October 12, 2014
Elementary Classes (Grades 1-5) - Thursday evenings from 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Classes are in session this week, October 16th, and 23rd. No
classes on Thursday, October 30 due to SFX Day School conferences. On October 23, Grade 5 will celebrate Reconciliation. Parents, dismissal for Grades 1 and 2 is at 7:40 p.m. Grades 3, 4, 5 are
dismissed b y the doors next to the gym (school walkway) at 7:45
p.m. Please read the handbook on the parish website. If you have
questions please call the PSR office.
Reminder: we e-mail our parents information, if you don’t have
an e-mail, please call the office.
Last week, students participated in a
safety drill during class.
Elementary Classes (Grades 1-5) Saturday mornings from 9:00 to
10:30 a.m.
Our Saturday classes will be in session next week October
18th, and 25th. On October 18th classes are session, however,
due to Women’s Renewal students and staff will enter the
building through the doors by the gym. Dismissal will be in the
regular areas, Grade 1 and 2 by the priest’s driveway at 10:25
a.m. Grades 3-5 by gym walkway at 10:30 a.m. On Saturday,
October 25, grades 3 & 4 will celebrate Reconciliation. On Saturday, October 4, students participated in a safety drill for
leaving the building.
Catholic Charities of Medina County is sponsoring a
fundraiser at Dick Hover Lanes in Brunswick on Sunday, October 19th from 3:00-5:00 p.m. to support our
youth programs. Please join us for two hours of fun,
laughter and bowling. The $20 admission includes
bowling, shoes, pizza, soft drinks and snacks. Please call
Catholic Charities at 330-723-9615, ext. 21 for details.
Hearts & Hands to God through LifeTeen Reach Ministry—LifeTeen has multiple opportunities for teens and their families to help out in our community:
Wed., Oct. 22, 5 - 7:30 p.m. - Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank: Help the food bank
provide meals to thousands of families. Youth and adult volunteers are needed to sort & inspect
food donations, label products for repackaging and bulk packaging. The Food Bank has requested that each volunteer complete an application. A link to both the youth and adult form is on
the LifeTeen Web page - xavierlifeteen.com.
Thurs., October 30, 3:45 - 6 p.m. - Fall Yard Charge: Join
us with rake & gloves in hand so we can make a difference in the
lives of our fellow parishioners. Food and cider provided! Please
call or e-mail if you are interested in helping.
Sat.-Sun, Nov. 1-2 - Respect Life Diaper Drive: Need vol-
We've got a lot of other great
events going on in October and
November ... so check out
xavierlifeteen.com
for all the details.
unteers at each Mass to help with the collection. All donations
will go to Oasis of Hope Pregnancy & Childbirth Service and
Birthcare of Medina.
Please call (330) 725-4968 or e-mail : [email protected]
If you can lend a hand for any of our Reach ministry events.
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PARENTING
SUPPORT
NO COST
CHILDCARE PROVIDED
BOOK PROVIDED
The Incredible Years Parenting Program is proven to be effective for parents and families of young children. The program includes such topics as play, using effective praise and rewards, limit setting that
works, handling misbehavior and problem solving.
Catholic Charities will be hosting an Incredible Years group at St. Francis Xavier in Medina
(612 E Washington St) this fall — there are still two sessions left!
October 24th 9:15 am – 10:45 am
November 14th 9:15 am-10-:45 am
Parents will meet in Loyola Room. Childcare will be provided nearby in the church basement. A snack
will be provided (for parents and children!). Join us for helpful parenting information, sharing and fun!
For more information call Michelle Kipfstuhl, LSW at Catholic Charities Services, 330 723-9615 ext. 20
Funding for this Incredible Years Parenting Group has been provided by the Ohio Children’s Trust Fund
Traveling Statue of the Blessed Mother:
The sign up sheet for hosting the Blessed Mother is available in the East Vestibule. Sign
up quickly to secure your time.
For questions but NOT
reservations, call
Germaine Wilson
at 330-241-1328
To Benefit the Parent-sponsored 8th Grade DC Trip
First Prize:
4-Premium Floor Seats
Plus Parking Pass vs.
Brooklyn Nets on Friday
December 19, 2014
(Section 7, Row 3, seats 15,16,17,18)
Second Prize:
2-Premium Floor Seats vs Atlanta Hawks on Saturday, November 15, 2014 (Section 107, Row 1, seats 5
and 6)
RAFFLE TICKET CHANCES ARE $15.00 EACH
The Winners will be chosen at random and will be
notified by phone and e-mail. Total prizes are valued at $12,000.00. Raffle drawing date is October
31, 2014. All proceeds benefit the not for profit
Country Life Kids Camp, Inc.
To purchase a raffle ticket online, visit us on the
web at:
www.countrylifekidscamp.com
October 12, 2014
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Location: Knights of Columbus Hall
131 N. East St., Medina, Ohio
Extra Parking at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 131 N.
East St. in Medina
$50.00 Buy in, 1 $25.00 Re-buy
Contact Brian Coughlin at 330-606-0350 or
[email protected]
for tournament information
If you are unable to play, see the back of the bulletin for
more opportunities to contribute to this cause.
The Marriage Ministry of
St. Francis Xavier Parish,
in conjunction with area
Catholic Parishes, announces the Fall 2014 Marriage Enrichment Program. This one day, four and
a half hour program will take your marital relationship to a whole new level. Your parish Marriage
Ministry believes this program produced by Matthew Kelly and Dynamic Catholic is excellent and
worthwhile the investment of your time.
Featuring Dr. Allen Hunt, author and speaker
and
Musical Guest
Called to Man Up!
October 18, 2014 9:30 a.m.—1:30 p.m.
2014 Young Men’s
Conference
St. Ambrose Catholic Church
929 Pearl Road
Brunswick, OH 44212
When:
October 18, 2014 at 8:30 a.m.
Get your tickets today at the Rectory!
Where:
Cuyahoga Falls — Walsh Jesuit
High School
Tickets are $25.00 per person.
The first 25 couples will receive two tickets
for the price of one.
Keynote:
Jason Evert
Topics geared toward men 18-40s
Learn — Grow—Bond—Man Up!
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St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church
Pray for all military
David M. Campbell
Ryan P. Cox
Cody M. Feron
Nicholas Glenbocki
Dan Haggerty
Brandon Hamilton
Alex Hicar
Kayla Lane
Taylor Lane
Brandon Lichty
Reinhard Nann
Jared Ross
Erica Sachleben
Taylor Salmons
Jeffrey Simko
October 12, 2014
May God heal our sick and suffering
Francie Anderson
Rita Andrich
Jude Ballinger
Becky Barker
John Benson
Maxine Bergdorf
Claire Bevec
Flo Boehme
Sue Boyne
Sioux Campbell
Danny Colonna
Kathleen Cunningham
Marianne Curry
Elizabeth Diamond
Evan Dolinar
Myrna Dooley
Billie Duta
Lynda Erickson
Brendan Federinko
Ed Fraley
John Francisco
Roger Friedrich
Bobby Fusco
Rhettec Galaska
Roz Ganzer
Jacob Gaume
Daniel Smith
Jeff Stein
Kevin Stein
David Tagliaferro
Maritza Tagliaferro
David Vanik
Aaron Virkler
Robert Weiler
J. Matthew Zweifel
Joseph Zweifel
If you would like to add a name to the list
of active-duty military, e-mail
sfxparishoffi[email protected] or call the
rectory office.
Judy Glose
Kerry Grimm
Del Guerra
Mike Harris
Vivian Heim
Camden Heil
Charlotte Heil
Savannah Heil
Anthony Hosick
Mark Jablonowski
Charline Karsnak
Mary Keith
Mary Kneale
Andrew Korduba
Brenda Kutcher
Ruth Lancki
Phyllis Lapeus
Steven Lastuka
Dave Leidecker
Jerry Liechty
Mary Ann Makowski
Aaron Markiewicz
James M. McDonald
Lou McDonald
Lois McFadden
Alexa Meyers
Nathan Mion
Rachael Mion
Mike Mitchell
Marcy Nero
John Neuwar
Mary Neuwar
Lisa Owen
Nathaniel Plasco
Richard Pryatel
Bill Ripple
Rea Ripple
Mark Rudolph
Mimi Russ
Richard Russ
Ed Scherer
Beth Sielski
Jean Smith
Marie Starck
Richard Stiver
Janet Taranto
Amy Taylor
Carolyn Vasko
Lacey Vickers
Celene Wallen
Helen Yakubik
If you would like to place a name on the list of those in need of prayer, please contact
the rectory office, or e-mail sfxparishoffi[email protected].
Open for On-Site Catering All Winter
Smoked Prime Rib
Smoked Turkey & Ham
Pulled Pork
Baby Back Ribs
Mike Sweet
• Fertilization
• Weed Control
• Aeration
• Horticultural Services
*Many Side Dishes Are Available
Jim Tuffy, Parishioner
Book your Holiday & Sports Parties Now!
Call: 877-637-0098
[email protected]
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107 N. Court St., Ste. 3
[email protected]
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St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church
October 12, 2014
Pastor’s Page
Over the past three weekends we
have printed in the bulle n the parish’s
financial report. I am grateful to Mr. Ray
Sherry, our parish business manager, for all
of his help in keeping track of the finances
for the parish and the school. I am also
very much appreciate the help and guidance of the members of the Parish Finance
Council who meet with me monthly to review the financial statement for the previous month and look over the fund balance
sheet. They also help me to make prudenal judgments about proceeding with repairs and improvements that may be bid in
the middle of winter but not paid for un l
the end of summer. I also appreciate all of
you who so faithfully support the work we
do at St. Francis Xavier through your offertory giving. I do appreciate your help in
making it possible.
You may have read on the parish’s Facebook page that I have decided to hold off
on the West Ves bule project un l the
Spring. Ideally, the plan was to begin the
construc on as soon as the parking lot
work was completed. There were a number of delays and setbacks that pushed the
me to begin work into October. The bids
also came in considerably higher than ancipated. Some of the contractors were
confident that the work would be done by
Christmas. Honestly, I did not want a nailbi ng fall and early winter worrying about
its mely comple on. That entrance needs
to be accessible for when the crowds are
the heaviest. So the consensus of the
Buildings and Grounds Commi ee was to
rebid the project in January with a start
date right a er Easter on April 6, 2015.
This addi onal me will allow us to go
over the plans and drawings in more detail
to make sure it’s what we want. It will
also allow for a pre-bid mee ng with interested contractors. It will allow more me
to create a schedule for the work that will
allow the con nued use of the Church for
weddings, funerals, daily and weekend
Masses, while the construc on is progressing. I will be hanging the drawings in the
East Washington ves bule if you are interested in looking at the plans.
Please keep in your prayers our 9th graders who will be Confirmed by Bishop Roger
on Friday, October 24th at 7p.m. in the
Evening. I would like to thank Paul
Koopman. Fr Thom, Fr. Chris and all of the
women and men who have served as small
group facilitators during their prepara on.
And please say a prayer for all of the
women of the parish who will be making
the women’s renewal weekend. The team
has done much prepara on with Deacon
Joe to make it a great opportunity for spiritual growth and to grow closer together
with other parishioners.
Have a blessed week
Fr. Tony
The Holy Spirit is Calling YOU!
Christ Renews His Parish
SFX Women’s Renewal 2014
October 18-19
What is provided? What should I bring? Is there a cost?
All meals, snacks and beverages are provided. You should bring
a sleeping bag or bedding and an overnight bag. Cots will be
provided, but you may wish to bring an air mattress. ComfortaLet love and faithfulness never leave ble, casual clothing is recommended. You will be given a Bible
you; bind them around your neck, write and other materials at the retreat. We request a $45 donation
from each participant, but give what you can. No one will be
them on the tablet of your heart.
turned away because of cost.
Proverbs 3:3
What is the Christ Renews His Par- Need more information? Ready to register?
Contact Vicky Nann at 440-940-6266 or [email protected],
ish (CRHP) Women’s Retreat?
The retreat is an opportunity for
or call Mary Ellen Rife at 330-952-1632.
women of St. Francis Xavier parish
to relax, pray, and grow in their relationships with God and others in their faith community. CRHP began in 1969 and has
The Knights of Columbus
spread to parishes across the country. St. Francis Xavier has
sponsor the Tony Imburgia
offered CRHP renewal weekends for over 30 years.
What happens during the CRHP renewal weekend?
During the renewal weekend, retreat organizers share their
stories of their personal faith journeys. In addition, you will participate in small group discussions, prayer, scripture readings,
one-on-one reconciliation with a priest, and Eucharist. CRHP is
not a silent retreat.
Who can attend?
Any Catholic woman 18 and older who is a registered parishioner at St. Francis Xavier may attend.
What is the time commitment?
You will arrive at the parish hall on Saturday morning at 8:30 for
a full day of CRHP activities. You will spend the night with the
other retreat participants in the parish hall. The program resumes the next morning. The retreat concludes on Sunday afternoon at 4:30.
Scholarship to help families of
St. Francis Xavier School. In
2014, seven $750 scholarships
were awarded, in 2013, five at
$750 each and in 2012, five at
$500 each. This can only happen as a direct result of our
Knight's efforts in remembrance of Tony Imburgia and his and our common
desire to support our kids and their families at SFX
Day school.
Tax deductible Donations can be made to the Knights of
Columbus Imburgia Scholarship Fund c/o Dan Cathcart,
5204 Glenmoore Way, Medina OH 44256