February 21, 2016 - Holy Family Parish

HOLY FAMILY PARISH
A Catholic faith community called to serve God and others
through Eucharist, prayer, education, and daily living of the Gospel values.
PARISH OFFICE: 201 CLARK STREET, MIDDLETOWN, OH 45042
(513) 422-0602
www.holyfamilymiddletown.com
WEEKEND MASSES
ST. JOHN CHURCH
HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
1405 FIRST AVENUE
SATURDAY 4:30 PM
SUNDAY
10:30 AM
201 CLARK STREET
SUNDAY 9:00 AM
ADORATION HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
MONDAY- FRIDAY 12:30 - 4:30 PM
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
ST. JOHN CHURCH SATURDAY 3:30 PM
February 21, 2016
2nd Sunday of Lent
First of Two Lent Talks TODAY!
11:30 AM - 1 PM St John Undercroft
Lent with Pope Francis - The Challenge to be Merciful
With the theme of Mercy, Pope Francis gives us all food for thought this Lenten season.
Refreshments will be served - no RSVP necessary. Please join us!
Communal Penance Services - Monday & Tuesday This Week!
Join us for a Communal Lenten Penance Service after the 12:10 PM Mass
on Monday, February 22nd or at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, February 23rd both services at Holy Trinity Church.
Lenten Resolutions
COMING EVENTS
We’ve been receiving lots of
positive comments about our
parish efforts in making others
feel welcome. Keep up the good work!
Knights of Columbus Fish Fry ...………….………… Fridays in Lent
Fr. Civille
Scout Sunday …………….…..…………………………………. Sun Feb 28
St. John Sound System
Thanks to parishioner Tom Newsad
and sound engineer John Hutton,
we have better reception in the
sanctuary and vestibule and aisles and
hopefully in the main body of the church.
If you have any trouble hearing, please
call the parish office 422-0602.
Stations of the Cross / Benediction …………...… Fridays in Lent
Family Eucharist Workshop …………........…..…....…... Sat Mar 5
Daylight Savings Time Begins …………….....…....…... Sun Mar 13
Second of Two Lent Talk …………….…….…..…....…... Sun Mar 13
Baptism Preparation Class ……………...…..…....…... Thur Mar 17
Palm Sunday …………….…………………….......…....…... Sun Mar 20
Donut Sunday @ Holy Trinity …………….....…....…... Sun Mar 20
HOLY FAMILY MASS SCHEDULE
Daily Scripture Readings
Saturday and Sunday - February 20 and 21
4:30 PM Mass SJ Bocho & Cecilia Elieff - Wed Anniv Rem
9:00 AM Mass HT Gary Fligor
10:30 AM Mass SJ Paul Crone - Birthday Remembrance
NOTE: SPECIAL LENT SCHEDULE
Monday, February 22
12:10 PM Mass HT William & Sabina Hall - Wed. Anniv. Rem.
Tuesday, February 23
8:30 AM Mass J23 Tom Abell
12:10 PM Communion Service HT
Wednesday, February 24
12:10 PM Mass HT Mary Helen Chupka - Anniversary Rem.
Thursday, February 25
12:10 PM Mass HT Ruby Takach
Friday, February 26
8:00 AM Mass HT Ambrose Herman
12:10 PM Communion Service HT
Saturday, February 27
8:00 AM Mass HT Jean Hesselbrock
4:30 PM Mass SJ Pat Byrne - Birthday Remembrance
Sunday, February 28 3rd Sunday of Lent
9:00 AM Mass HT JoAnn Fiessinger - Anniversary Rem.
10:30 AM Mass SJ Sue J. Kulick - Anniversary Remembrance
Weekly Collections Stewardship
Sunday, February 14th $16,653.15
Thank you for your generous stewardship!
MINISTERS NEXT WEEK
Feb 27/28
4:30 PM SAT
9:00 AM SUN
10:30 AM SUN
Eucharistic
Ministers
Carolyn Kraft 1B
Cecilie Ricke 2B
Marilyn Kowalczyk 3B
Ellen Krause 1C
Linda Weaver 2C
Frank Pressler 3C
Ann Fishbaugh 4C
Michael Paddock
Kathryn Brooks
Nicholas Hill
Linda Day 1B
Don Accurso 2B
Andrea Accurso 3B
John Lyons 1C
Mike Clarey 2C
Gail Clarey 3C
Janet Chase 4C
Saundra Pearce 1B
Jane Romer 2B
Roger Romer 3B
Rosetta DiCristoforo 1C
Christine Whittington 2C
Rhonda Koenig 3C
Bridget Clark 4C
Henrietta Nye
Rick Gregosky
Leo Bell
Will Eiken
Jane Romer D1
Roger Romer D1
Fred DeBiasi
Dan Dobrozsi
Jeff Gephart
Dave Leighton
Lectors
Servers
Greeters
Ray Barger D1
Phoebe Pearce D1
Frank Pressler
Paul Presta
Don Schwab
Mike Rossi
Boy Scout
Volunteers
Mon: 1 Pt 5:1-4 / Mt 16:13-19
Tues: Is 1:10,16-20 / Mt 23:1-12
Wed: Jer 18:18-20 / Mt 20:17-28
Thurs: Jer 17:5-10 / Lk 16:19-31
Fri: Gn 37:3-4,12-13,17-28 / Mt 21:33-43,45-46
Sat: Mi 7:14-15,18-20 / Lk 15:1-3,11-32
Sun: Ex 3:1-8a,13-15 / 1 Cor 10:1-6,10-12
Lk 13:1-9
In Your Prayers Remember Fred DeBiasi
at Miami Valley Hospital and Knight Goodman
at Atrium Medical Center this week.
Health Ministry:
5 Things to Do Instead of
Talking Behind Someone's Back
We all do it. In all its glorious forms. Gossiping.
Dissing. Trash-talking. But no matter what we
call it, making a habit out of negativity seems
like a waste of precious life energy. Why not
instead be the kind of person who always tries
to see the good in others, no matter what. The
next time you're in negativity's clutches, be the
person who doesn't talk about others behind
their backs - even if they might seem to be
worthy of criticism. Be kind. Try to see the
good in others; give everyone the benefit of
the doubt and employ compassion instead
of criticism. These five generous-of-spirit
ideas may help you to rise above negativity:
1. Go silent and notice how especially clean
you already feel knowing you're not getting
sucked into a whirlpool of negativity.
Give yourself big points for restraining
yourself from being judge-y and critical.
2. Think of at least three positive things about
the annoying person being talked about.
3. If you're two positive-things short, come up
with three compassionate thoughts about the
person. "Be kind, for everyone you meet is
fighting a hard battle" (Plato).
4. Remember that nobody's perfect - yourself
included! AND while your opinion may be
important to you - it’s still your opinion.
5. Remember how good kindness feels - how
it opens your heart instead of shriveling it.
Pledge to make it your rule instead of your
exception. www.happier.com
Special Clothing Collection in February
Introductions to Sunday Readings
Our parish, in conjunction with CWU - Church
Women United - is conducting a month-long
collection in February. Anyone wishing to participate
is asked to donate new socks and undergarments for
men, women and children. These necessary clothing
items will fill the shelves of the Middletown CWU
Clothing Depot where needy families can receive
clothing at no charge. Please place your donation
in the blue bins at the church doors. Thank you!
by Bishop Ken Untener, in collaboration
with Catherine Haven and Fr. Bill Taylor
First Reading - Genesis 15: 5-12, 17-18
This passage recounts the making of a covenant
between God and Abraham. Ancient Near-Eastern
people often established a covenant by cutting animals
in half and setting the halves opposite each other. The
participants then walked in the blood flowing between
the halves, thereby establishing a blood relationship.
But the covenant we will hear about today involves
God, who will participate in a more dramatic way.
Second Reading - Philippians 3: 17 ― 4: 1
The ancient city of Philippi was located in what is today
northeastern Greece. Paul’s community of converts at
Philippi was especially dear to him. In this section of
his letter to them, Paul is upset - but not with them.
He has heard that false teachers have come to the
community, teaching that Jewish food laws and the
rite of circumcision applies even to Christians.
Anointing of Catechumens at 10:30 AM Mass
During the Period of the Catechumenate,
a Rite of Anointing the catechumens is
celebrated. The oil of the catechumens is
ointment for those preparing for baptism. It brings
wisdom and strength. The anointing with oil symbolizes
their need for God’s help and strength so that they can
understand the Gospel and accept the challenge of living
a Christian life and professing their faith.
The Men’s Fellowship Group
Men of the parish are invited to join for
prayer and study every second and fourth
Saturday of the month. The next meeting is this
Saturday, February 27th at 7:00 a.m. - St. John Rectory.
Boy Scout Sunday - February 28th
9 AM Mass - Holy Trinity Church
Holy Family Parish will celebrate Boy Scout Sunday
on February 28th. All Boy Scouts, Webelos Scouts,
Cub Scouts and Tiger Cubs in the parish are
encouraged to attend the 9:00 AM Mass
at Holy Trinity Church to celebrate this
occasion with Troop 20 and Pack 85.
The Pack 85 Blue and Gold Banquet will
be held after Mass at St. John XXIII School.
Please call Jim or Mary Jean Kleingers 425-6906
if you have any questions or need further information.
Family Eucharist Workshop
Saturday, March 5th 9 AM - Noon
St. John Church and Center
Prayer Partners! Don’t miss this opportunity to share
your faith with your 2nd Grade Prayer Partner!
You could send them a note letting them know that
you are following their journey as they prepare to
receive the Sacrament of Holy Eucharist, including
their participation in this Family Eucharist Workshop.
RCIA
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
February 21st & 28th March 6th, 13th & 20th
February 21 st - Liturgical Prayer
& Personal Prayer
If you’re interested in becoming Catholic,
or you know someone who may be interested,
please contact the parish office 422-0602.
Congratulations to these couples celebrating Special Anniversaries in 2016!
THANKS TO VOLUNTEER PHOTOGRAPHER
ROB MCCULLEY FOR THESE GREAT PHOTOS
OF THE SPECIAL ANNIVERSARIES CELEBRATION.
FIND LOTS MORE ON THE PARISH WEBSITE PLUS
A VIDEO OF MARTY MULHALL’S QUARTET SERENADING
THE COUPLES AFTER MASS. MANY THANKS, ROB!
60th & 65th Anniversaries
Gary & Carolyn Gustin (60)
Claire & Richard Esposito (65)
Pat & Chris Moore (60)
Hal & Ida Pearce (60)
25th Anniversary
left to right group on floor
Jerry & Lisa Raleigh
Don & Angela Bell
Maria & Dan Jeffers
left to right group on steps
Marty & Terri Mulhall
Michelle & Don Brooks
Kristen & Larry Mulligan
Gina & Jeff Pennington
50th Anniversary
left to right group on floor
Justin & Patti Holweger
Sandy & Carlos Ongkiko
Wayne & Peggy Ketron
Dennis & Ellen Krause
Kathy & Garth Farler
left to right group on steps
Rob & Jennie Beck
Ann Marie & Ray Barger
Fran & Dan Sack
Claudia & Ed Opbroek
not pictured
John & Carlyne Schwab
Holy Family CYO Spring Sports Sign-Ups
for Baseball and Track
Sunday, Feb 21st & Tuesday, Feb 23rd
6:30 - 7:30 PM Upper Lobby - St. John XXIII
Baseball is open to boys in grades 4-8 who attend
St. John XXIII or are members of Holy Family Parish and
participate in the PREP program. The teams compete in
the Dayton CYO and the fee for baseball is $75.00.
Track is open to boys and girls in grades K-8 who attend
St. John XXIII or are members of Holy Family Parish and
participate in the PREP program. The teams compete in
the Cincinnati CYO and the fee for track is $50.00.
K - 4th Grade Track Coach Needed Duties can be
divided among a few people so one person could run
K-2 and another person could run grades 3-4. Practices
are up to the coach and can be scheduled based on your
availability. Tim and Cari Hellmann (Grade 5-8 coaches)
can offer support in sharing practice time and counseling
on preparing practices. Guidance regarding track meets
and entry forms for participants is available. Please feel
free to contact me with any questions regarding spring
sports or to express your interest in coaching the track
program - Ryan Mulligan 513-236-6305.
TRADITIONAL VALUES. EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION.
by Dawn Pickerill / Principal
St. John XXIII represents 150 years of Catholic
Education dedicated to encouraging and developing
well-rounded, self-confident and compassionate
children and young adults who lead successful,
mindful, service-driven lives. Our school community
is the foundation on which our core principles of
faith and hard work bind us together as a family.
If you are interested in a Catholic education that
provides a challenging, structured and thoughtful
learning environment led by highly qualified and
experienced teachers, please contact Principal
Dawn Pickerill at 424-1196 for a meeting and a tour
of the school.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Congratulations go out to
Mr. Tommy Kauffmann, Junior High Social Studies
Teacher, who qualified and competed in the
Olympic Marathon Trials on Saturday in Los Angeles,
California. While he didn’t finish in the top 3, which
would have earned him a trip to Rio this summer, we
are still extremely proud of his effort and
determination in being 1 of only 200 runners who
were able to compete at this level.
Also, we are so proud of Hannah Wilson, daughter of
parishioners Chris and Kathy Wilson, for
representing St. John XXIII in the first annual Dayton
Catholic School’s Spelling Bee that was held on
February 11th at St. Helen’s School. To earn this
distinction, Hannah had to first win our School
Spelling Bee.
Both Mr. Kauffmann and Hannah are wonderful
examples of how hard work and determination pays
off!
We are blessed to have them in the
St. John XXIII Family!
CALL FOR ALUMNI! Were you a JXXIII Falcon or
Knight? We are building up our database of alumni
so we can share news and events to involve the
family that is our school community past, present
and future! Email rconti@stjohn23school.org to
provide your contact information and any updates
that we can share on our soon-to-come
Alumni Highlights!
The Heart of Holy Family
We salute these parish members
who again prepared and hosted the
truly elegant Special Anniversaries Brunch!
Thanks to Angela (Opbroek) & Rob Erhart,
Timothy Erhart, Claudia Ross, Maddie Ross,
Michelle (Opbroek) Ross, Lauren Opbroek,
and Suzanne (Opbroek) Smith.
Ed and Claudia Opbroek were there too but this year as a Special Anniversary couple
celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary!
This was the largest group with 20 couples!
THERE ARE SO MANY INCREDIBLE VOLUNTEERS
BEHIND THE SCENES HERE AT HOLY FAMILY PARISHIONERS WHO REGULARLY GIVE GENEROUSLY OF THEIR TIME AND TALENTS AND ARE TRULY THE HEART OF HOLY FAMILY.
Applebee’s Dine to Donate SUPPORT FENWICK BASEBALL!
Sunday, February 28th ALL DAY!
Take a night off from the kitchen and
support the Bishop Fenwick Varsity
Baseball team! Dine to Donate at
Applebee's Middletown and
West Chester locations or BOTH!
You must present a printed flyer to
your server at time of order for Fenwick to receive
10% of your bill. Proceeds will be used to help cover
costs associated with the Spring trip to Tennessee.
Carryout is available but you must mention the flyer
at time of order. Find flyers at the doors of the churches
and on the parish website or via messora@aol.com.
Volunteer Training Offered at
Hospice Care of Middletown
American Association of University Women
(AAUW) 60th Annual Used Book Sale
Thursday - Sunday, April 7th- 10th
Middletown Shopping Center
The (AAUW) has found a new location
for their 60th Annual Used Book Sale - Middletown
Shopping Center, 421 South Breiel Blvd. Donations
of gently used books, children’s books, puzzles,
games, DVD’s and CD’s are needed. Donations are
being accepted at the book sale site on Tuesday,
Thursday and Saturday mornings from 10:00 am to
11:30 a.m. For more information or to arrange for
a book pick-up call 424-5458, 424-1120 or
424-7551. Details at Middletown-oh.aauw.net.
Athenaeum of Ohio Lay Pastoral Ministry
Program Information Meetings -
Saturdays, Feb 27th or April 16th 10 AM
or Tuesday, March 15th 7 PM
Friday, March 11th 9 am - 4:30 pm
Join LPMP Directors to learn about the
Hospice Care of Middletown office - 3909 Central Ave.
benefits of a Lay Ministry degree or Certificate.
You must be 18 years of age, not have lost a close loved
For 40 years we have equipped busy adults with the
one within the past year and pass a background check.
Please call Judy Vincent, LSW 424-2273 for an application skills and knowledge needed to become informed
and appointment to discuss this opportunity. If you have and passionate missionary disciples. Graduates
serve families, parishes and communities in a variety
a heart for others, being a Hospice Volunteer is for you!
of paid and volunteer roles. Evening and Saturday
Experienced Home Health Caregiver
classes along with flexible formation components
allow you to fit pastoral studies into a busy adult
Are you or someone you know in need
schedule. The sessions will include program options,
of an experienced home health caregiver?
courses, fees, the application process and Q & A.
Chris is available days and/or overnights and she also
All are welcome! Please call 513-231-1200 or email
does light housekeeping. Call 513-393-3013 to meet
smcgurgan@athenaeum.edu for more details.
Chris and talk with her about home health care.