Studies done at the University de Montral in Canada in 2010 and at the Central European University in Budapest, Hungary, in 2012, show amazing correlations of voice processing and the understanding of mater- nal speech in infants. The Canadian study showed that newborns distinctly process their mother's voice differently from the voice of strangers. The Hungarian study provided evidence for understanding of a mother's speech in an infant even before vocabulary was being formed. Along with other investigations, researchers are uncovering information about the strong connection between mother and child, a bond that allows a child to recog- nize his or her mother long before the identification is made through words and concepts. In the Gospel, Jesus says, "My sheep hear my voice" (Jn 10:27). Medieval theologians and mystics like St. Anselm of Canterbury or Julian of Norwich would speak about the generative and nurturing qualities of Christ who brought forth life in his people through the power of his resurrection and keeps them close to himself as a mother cherishes her child. As the Gospel this weekend relates, the shepherd gives the sheep eternal life and no one can take them from the shepherd's hand. The scientific studies on infants and mothers keep coming back to the close connection that exists between those who bear children and bring them forth into the world. In this Easter season, when we celebrate the new birth given to each of us through the waters of baptism, we recognize that we have been joined to Christ in a sacramental way. The font is both tomb and womb where we die to sin and are born anew in Christ. Because he brings us forth as newborn sons and daughters of God, it only makes sense that we would "hear his voice," because he has been speaking to us from the moment we were born in him. Christ nurtures us in our life of grace and helps us mature in him. 2640 STONEY RIDGE ROAD AVON, OHIO 44011
Rectory: 440-934-4212 Fax: 440-934-0507 E-mail: stmaryavon@centurytel.net Website: www.stmaryavon.org School: 440-934-6246 Convent: 440-934-5173 FR. C. THOMAS CLEATO, PASTOR Rev. Arthur B. Egan, Pastor Emeritus
Please Pray For the Sick: Patricia Carnac, John Matthew Gibson, Joan Rodger, Thomas Richards, Mary Anne Berthold, Kristy OBrien, Debra Deremiak, Gwendolyn Gurney, Joan Votes, Elizabeth Conners, Chuck Docs, Anita Grant, Jim Hricovec, J. Koerner, Owen Winters, Genevieve Smith, Robert Gates, Virginia Sump, Thomas Ackerman, June Naelitz, Kate Liauw, Arthur Rossi, Diane Urig, Martha Adkins, Natalie Butchko, Wendy Hallier, Carol Gates, Robert Werner, Sr., Bob DeChant, John Khoma, Vicky Motes, Kathleen Mahoney, Jeffrey Hostottle, Brenda Hazelwood, Bill Grabert, Alexa Jennings, Barbara Milota, Ryan Case, Irene Chrulski, George Drda, Stanley Perusek, Gloria Simon, Kerry Coleman, Josephine Jankowski, Dan Kelovsky, Kathleen Drellishak, Sandra Pitts, Rosemary Wysocki, Marie Mayton, Henry McCowan, Kennedy Noar, Betty Drda, Laura Reinders, Joe Zivosecz, Patrick Fahey, Gloria Simon, Helen Poelking, Urban Klingshirn, Gene Coghlan, William Mayton, Kelly Hunt. If anyone needs communion to be administered to a HOME BOUD individual, please contact the Rectory to make the appointment For the Deceased: Rosina Danese, may she rest in eternal peace. Sponsor of the Week: Please support our Sponsors, Robert D. Andress, State Farm Insurance. Offertory Collections: Last weeks collection was $9,737.18. This year's budget is based on a weekly offer- ing of $10,200.00.
Rosary: We need more people to come and say the Ro- sary on Sunday mornings at 9:30 am. Please come and join us.
CPO Gift Certificates St. Mary School Fund- raiser: Please do your best to help support St. Marys School by purchasing CPO Gift Certificates, the proceeds will go di- rectly back to the school! We all need to purchase food for groceries; weekly -monthly, so why not help out our school at the same time by purchasing Giant Eagle or Heinens gift cards first! You may place your order by calling the convent at 934-5173 or you many find CPO order forms at the back of the church, please complete and return it to the school office, convent or rectory along with your check made out to St. Mary CPO by Tuesdays and on Friday your order will be ready to pick-up at the school office or convent. In addition, after purchasing $2,000 worth of CPO cards per family, the family will qualify for a $40 dis- count off .
Altar & Rosary Virtual Spring Card Party The proceeds generated from the card parties are used to cover the cost of altar cloths, altar server robes, candles, and Eucharistic hosts used at Mass and at the weekly nursing home visits. In place of buying raffle tickets, baking for the bake sale and des- sert, donating door prizes and working the event, we are asking parishioners to participate in the Virtual Spring Card Party. You may be asking how can I participate? Its easy! All you need to do is place your contribution in the envelope provided in your April envelope packet. If you dont receive enve- lopes, place your contribution in an envelope marked Altar Supplies. Thank you, St. Marys Altar & Rosary Society. Hold the Date: Altar & Rosary Fall Card Party Wednesday, October 30, 2013 - Toms Coun- try Place.
The Catholic Charities Annual Appeal: Is a year- long initiative to raise vital funds for the daily operat- ing needs of Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Cleveland. Money is distributed to Catholic Charities as it is received to fund vital programs throughout Northeast Ohio for the hungry and the homeless, the elderly and the chronically ill, children and families and persons with disabilities. This years appeal theme is: We Welcome, We Serve, We Support. As Pope Francis reminded us so eloquently in his Hom- ily for the Christmas Mass, Holy Thursday 2013: The Lord will say this clearly: his anointing is meant for the poor, prisoners and the sick, for those who are sorrowing and alone. Please consider a generous gift to Catholic Charities 2013 Appeal, and please pray for the success of this important Appeal...so that the star of hope will shine brightly for all Gods children.
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Youth Mass - Today, Sun- day, April 22, 6:00 pm. Earth Day - Today, Sun- day, April 22. Pre-Baptism Class - St. Thomas Parish, April 21, 12:30 pm. Liturgical Meeting - Thursday, April 25, 7:30 pm, Par- ish Life Center.
SERVERS FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 22: Monday 7:30 pm Nolan & Killian Meehan, Zach Maxey Tuesday, 8:30 am Christopher Costin, Killian Meehan Wednesday 8:30 am Jack McNally, Jacob Vovak, Katelyn Vovak Thursday, 7:30 pm Karlee & Kaylee Clements, Amara Wagner Friday, 8:30 am Nicolle Lesiw, Cara Provenzale Saturday 8:30 am Jenna & Mikey Gallipoli, Alex Mollison 4:00 pm Emily & Ryan Marshall, Colin Garrity Sunday, 8:00 am Sara & Taylor Hricovec, Max Niebrzydowski 10:00 am Griffin Davies, Sal Ference, Emmett Moher 12:00 pm Madeline & Nick DiFilippo
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS FOR THE WEEKEND OF APRIL 27/28: Avon Oaks: (Tues. 4/23 Rosary) Nancy Danese, Linda Havlik, Marge Jones (Wed. 4/24 Communion) Joe & Marian Ertler (Fri. 4/26 Communion) Carol & Mario Romano Saturday, 4:00 pm Toni Burch, David & Joanne Mrosko, Sheila Rice-Dane, Julie Novasel Sunday, 8:00 am Theresa Szippl 10:00 am Ken Ganobsik, Nell Buckley, Lisa Marshall, Dorrie Bommer, Veronica Kowalski 12:00 pm Lori Yeager, Kathy Petersen, Lillian Martini
LECTORS FOR THE WEEKEND OF APRIL 27/28: Saturday, 4:00 pm Ed Fleming Sunday, 8:00 am Tess Wearsch 10:00 am Mario Danese 12:00 pm Pat McGreal MASSES FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 22:
Monday, April 22, Easter Weekday 7:30 pm Sandy Reiling (Mary Ann & Jim Gudin) Tuesday, April 23, Easter Weekday 8:30 am Linda Chal (Robert) Wednesday, April 24, Easter Weekday 8:30 am Helen Schaedel (Joseph & Dorothy Khoma) Thursday, April 25, St. Mark, Evangelist 7:30 pm Dominic DiLuciano (Family) Friday, April 26, Easter Weekday 8:30 am Geraldine Kowalski (Family) Saturday, April 27, Easter Weekday 8:30 am Agnes Murman (Family) 4:00 pm Ann Novak (Friends) Sunday, April 28, Fifth Sunday of Easter 8:00 am For the Scappucci Families 10:00 am People of the Parish 12:00 pm Special Intentions for Tom Brennan
Eucharistic Ministers needed! Please call ancy Danese 934-4277 or the rectory to volunteer. Thank you!
APRIL 21, 2013 FOURTH SUDAY OF EASTER Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities (New section! - Check us out every week for new ways to get involved in YOUR Parish.) April 20, 2013, - Night at the Races - need setup crew, cleanup crew, window workers and stall cleaners (just kidding) - Contact Luke Wysocki lwysocki66@gmail.com or Tim Maxey timo- thydmaxey@gmail.com to lend a hand or just stop by on April 20th. May 9, 2012 - Looking for a sponsor to coordinate Doughnut Sunday after the 10:00 am Mass - Contact Lynn McKenna lmckenna3@hotmail.com (future months also available). Next 3 weekends - A landscaping crew for spring cleanup will be needed over next 3 weeks when weather permits - contact Tim Maxey timo- thydmaxed@gmail.com for final dates.
Save the Date: Saturday, May 11. Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Washing- ton, DC trip. Treat mom to dinner on Mothers Day weekend! 2013 Heart Walk: Those of us who have lived with heart disease, know how much the Ameri- can Heart Association has helped through their funds for research. Once again on May 4th the Heart Walk will be held at Avon Commons at 8:30 am. For more informa- tion, contact Andy Monda at 440-934-5422. What to Do with Unused Meds: Expired drugs are dangerous to leave sitting around, but shouldnt be thrown in the trash or flushed down the toilet either, because they contaminate landfills and ground water. Take them to the Avon Police Department. Containers for meds and nee- dles are in the lobby 24/7. No questions asked. Natural Family Planning: Learn a new method of family planning that is marriage building, effective and morally acceptable. Great for achieving or postponing pregnancy. The next series of NFP Classes will begin Monday, May 13 at St. Angela Merici Parish in Fairview Park, Register online at www.ccli.org. St. Mary School Registration for 2013-2014 St. Mary School is accepting applications in grades K 8 for the 2013-2014 school year. Please stop in our school office during regular school hours (7:30 AM 3:30 PM) to retrieve an application or visit our website at www.stmaryavon.org . For individual tours and informa- tion, contact the principal at (440) 934-6246.
School News: Prayers Needed Please keep Mrs. Hunts sister-in-law (Kelly Hunt) and her family in your prayers. Kelly Hunt was critically injured in an Afghanistan roadside bombing and is in critical condition in a hospital in Germany. The school is doing a fundraiser to help the family travel to visit Kelly in the hospital. If you would like to contribute, please contact the school office. Congratulations to the following Star Students for the month of April: Kindergarten: Gracie Jones, Nathan Reith. Grade 1: Matthew Noar, Katrina Stottlemire. Grade 2: Marty Joyce, Lilly Strehle. Grade 3: Alex Carandang, Mary Clare Nagel. Grade 4: Colin Garrity, Paige Kay. Grade 5: Jason Bray, Nina Kurtzweil. Grade 6: Joey Corrigan, Stephanie Manville. Grade 7: Carly Holowecky, Maddie Laurent. Grade 8: Anna Marshall Talent Show Families are welcome to join us for our annual St. Marys School Talent Show on Friday, April 26 th at 12:30 pm in the gymnasium.
Eucharistic Minister and Lector Training: Will be coming up in a couple of weeks. If interested please call the Rectory.
Tea Party: Isabella Ladies Guild, Fr. Ragan Council Knights of Columbus Avon/Avon Lake will host their Annual Tea Party, Wednesday, May 22 at 7:00 pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1783 Moore Rd., (next to BJs). Performance by Mary Beth Ions, Violin: Up Close and Personal. Tickets are $15, advance sales only, limited seating. For more infor- mation and to purchase tickets call Pat at 440-933- 8986. Catch some highlights on EWTN this week: Founders of Church Orders: Learn about the founders of major religious orders of the Catholic church: St. Dominic, St. Benedict of Nursia, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Ignatius of Loyola and St. Ber- nard of Clairvaux. (Episodes 1-5 - April 22 - April 26 @ 6:30 pm). Tolkiens The Lord of the Rings: A Catholic Worldview-Uncover the Catholicism found in J.R.R. Tolkiens The Lord of the Rings. (Aril 25 @ 2:00 pm). Lourdes: Take a close look at St. Bernadette of Lourdes and the influence she had on others. (Part II - April 27 @ 8:00 pm).
Protecting Gods Children: The Diocese of Clevelands Protecting Gods Children program is a con- tinuing effort to instruct and inform everyone about the protection of children from sexual abuse. To report any past or present suspected associated with the Church, please contact the Diocesan Re- sponse Service office at 216-334-2999 or vial email at response services@dioceseofcleveland.org. The Blessing Cup: Sunday, April 28- 1:30-3:00 pm. Holy Spirit Church Parish Ctr. 410 Lear Rd. Avon Lake. Join us for a PRAYER SERVICE presented by Nancy Romaine of Catholic Cemeteries Assoc Why Are You Weeping? John 20:11-18. During this Easter Season we think often of Jesus Resurrection and our own eternal life. SoooWhy Are We Weeping? Just as Mary Mag- dalene wept at the empty tomb, we weep at the loss of our loved one. Jesus understands our grief. Join us as we incorporate the cup of life, Jesus ultimate sacrifice and our Cup of Tears, which signifies the brokenness result- ing from our loss. Our Resurrected Lord will help us dur- ing this difficult time; we need only to offer up our cup of suffering to Him. Please bring a special cup, and take it home filled with special blessings. Call Kathy Ehret, 440- 933-9055 to reserve your spot today. 50th Wedding Anniversary Cele- bration: At the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, Sunday, July 28, 2013 - 2:30 pm Mass. The Most Reverend Richard G. Lennon, Bishop of Cleveland, Principal Cele- brant. Reservations are now being accepted for couples married 50 years (married in 1963). Couples who are celebrating other significant anniversaries (55 or over) or who have missed previous celebra- tions are welcome to register and attend. Seating is limited at the Cathedral. Number of guests will be determined by the seating capacity and total number registered. Deadline: Monday, June 24, 2013 - to include Jubilee couples names in the program. In early July, registered couples will re- ceive a letter with instructions and driving/parking details. If you have any questions please contact: Jane at 216-334-2978 or email jschwende- man@clevelandcatholiccharities.org or Ginny at 216-334-2972 or email gedeeks@clevelandcatholiccharities.org. Please return registration form to your Parish Sec- retary, or mail or fax it using the contact informa- tion on the form. You can pick up a form at the main entrance to the Church.
Saint Joseph Academy, Located at 3430 Rocky River Drive in Cleveland Ohio is presenting their spring play "The Musical Comedy Murders of the 1940's" Performance dates are April 26th, 7:30 pm, April 27th, 7:30 pm and April 28th, 2:30 pm. Reserved seating $12.00, General Admission $10.00 and Senior/Student $5.00. Advanced ticket sales for RESERVED SEATING only. To pur- chase reserved seating or special needs please contact Matt Walsh at walshma@cox.net or call Matt at 216-906-3068.
St. Teresa of Avila Parish Wine Dinner On Saturday, May 11 th St. Teresa of Avila will be hosting its 4 th Annual Wine Dinner. Once again, the Annual Wine Dinner will highlight imported wines, and perfectly paired gourmet Italian food and desserts. The doors of the St. Teresa Parish Life Center will open at 6:30 PM, with the event ending at 11:00 PM. Outstanding live music will be provided by Struckely & Cole. Tickets are $35/ person, $65/couple, and $180/table of 6. For res- ervations please call 440-934-4227 by Monday, May 6 th . 3-E-4-3 For Ad Information Call LPi Direct at 1-800-477-4574 www.4LPi.com 2013 Liturgical Publications Inc 14-1071 Pre-Need Planning Family Owned & Operated RE-ASSIGN YOUR EXISTING PLANS TO US TODAY Parishioner 36363 Detroit Road 934-8000 18 C|eve|ard 3l. E|yr|a, 0l 11035 110-35-Z321 800-589-532 www.stewartappliance.com PAINT & PAPER PLACE Gene Yuengst - Owner 32475 Walk Rd. Located in Walker Square 871-4366 or 933-3111 Avon Lake, Ohio 44012 OH Lic. 26232 (216) 676-9045 ENERGY MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS INC. THE BENCHMARK OF HEATING AIR CONDITIONING COOLING SERVICES" 0E3l0N 8ulL0 lvAC 3ERvlCE C0NTRACT0R 0NE ENER0Y PLAZA 15800 lN0. PKY CLEvELAN0 36839 Detroit Rd. Sharon Vorisek, Avon Manager Active Parishioner (440) 934-0314 Roofing Siding Windows Free Estimates Call Today! 1.866.STAY.DRY HOME OF THE FREE ROOF GIVE AWAY! www.buschfuneral.com :Xifcpe9%:ifn\cc#;%D%;% Practice Limited to Pediatric Dentistry :_Xi`jjXBXkqXeDZ:le\#;%;%J%#D%J%;% Orthodontics Specialist www.drcrowell.com 36855 American Way, Ste.C, Avon OH ++'0*+$'(+0 Dr. William M. Schwartz Family Dentistry Ins., Visa, MC Eve., Sat. Hrs. 934-4485 or 365-9872 5330 Meadow Lane Court Emergency Care Available Golf Course 4141 Center Rd., Avon, Ohio 4401 Bill & Donna Fitch AVON 440-934-6217 CATHOLIC CREDIT UNION Serving parishes of Avon & Avon Lake Sheffield/ Sheffield Lake 933-2524 Mon.,Tues.,Thurs. 4pm-8pm Friday 3:30pm-6:30pm Sunday 9am-1pm www.c.u.catholic.com 366l0 Detrolt Pd. - Avon, OH $79 CPA-Prepared Tax Returns Welcome fellow parishioners! Oer good for Ages 50 & up. $149 ages 49 or younger. 440.934.9181 www.jlsmithgroup.com 934-4600 I-90 Avon Youll be glad you went to Joe Firment! CHEVROLET Jim Firment - Parishioner DETROIT-DOVER ANIMAL HOSPITAL, INC. 273 0etro|t Rd. west|ake, 0h Providing the Finest Health Care for Your Pet www.detroitdoveranimalhospital.com (440) 871-5220 A Caring Community Porler Pav||||or Verory 3upporl ur|l & Ass|sled L|v|r T|e 0arders ol Frerc| Cree| Ass|sled L|v|r 3||||ed Nurs|r Care ard Re|ao|||lal|or Cerler Far||y 0Wred 3|rce 19 3Z800 Frerc| Cree| Rd., Avor 110-931-5201 K.M.U TRUCKING & EXCAVATING INC. |+.emeat \+||. \+ra |r+|a. :term & :+a|t+r :ewer. :ejt|c Iej.e|| :teae & ||ew|a Ke|a 0r|q - (44) 914-1 325 6enter R|dge Rd (440} 327-2955 WWW.oorerlar||ylurera||ore.cor Helping you plan a personal remembrance T|oras R lu|es, 003 General Dentist Parishioner 937-CARE w|alever your derla| concern; we can help. Emergencies Welcome 1180 Cerler Road 3u|le 0 8k|||ed Nurs|ng & Rehab|||tat|on Ass|sted & |ndependent L|v|ng 35755 Detroit Road, Avon, OH 44011 For More Information, Call (440) 937-3111 Learn more about us at www.atriumlivingcenters.com DR. LEO SIMOSON ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS 934-2131 SIMOSON CHIROPRACTIC 37315 HARVEST - AVON
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