(St.

Augustine Church, Barberton, OH) (February 16, 2014)

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Todays Gospel is from the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus gives strong and lofty ideals to inspire and guide our living. Relationships are not lived on lofty mountaintops, but in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. In their love, mutual sharing and mutual forgiveness, families give us a glimpse of the Kingdom of Heaven. 322 Holy Hours were kept with Our Lord in Eucharistic Adoration last week. Special thanks to all adorers who have continued through the winter storms to make their Holy Hour. Every Holy Hour we make so pleases the Heart of Jesus that it will be recorded in Heaven and retold for all eternity. (Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta). We are still looking for adorers to cover the Monday 9-10am and 3-4pm spots. Is there anyone out there that can spend just one hour with the one who loves you? (Insert Graphic 2404-0082.tif) The Coffee and Donuts will be served today Sunday, February 16 in the school cafeteria following the 10:30 Mass. Please plan on coming over to visit with fellow parishioners before heading out today. Celebration of Life Baby Shower - We have now come to the end of our BABIES life in the womb and it is time to celebrate! Join us today February16, 2014 at 11:30 am. in the school cafeteria following Mass to celebrate our babies. All are welcome; please bring a new baby gift that will be donated to babies in need that the Community Pregnancy Center of Barberton supports.

Attention Youth Group Members: The next meeting for the Jr. High Youth Group will be Wednesday, February 19 from 7-8:30pm in Room #101 in the School. All students grades 6-8 are welcome and encouraged to attend.

The next High School Youth Group is today Sunday, February 16 from 6-8pm in Room #103 in the School. This is open to students grades 9 -12, lets make this a fun, faith filled experience, bring friends they are always welcome. ATTENTION LITURGICAL MINISTERS: The annual Ministry Night Dinner is this Tuesday, February 18 at 6:30 pm in the school cafeteria. Please call the rectory if you have not made your reservations yet.
The St. Augustine Athletic Board Reverse Raffle New Jersey is being held on Saturday, February 22 at 6:00pm in the SAC. There were only 125 tickets being sold with the grand prize of $1,000 to be won. Anyone interested in enjoying dinner and fellowship for only $10.00 please call the school office at 330-753-6435 as soon as possible. Dont miss out on this opportunity to enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship while supporting our youth sports programs here at St. Augustine. Go Bobcats!

The St Augustine Mens Fellowship will meet in the School Cafeteria from 7-8:25 am on Saturday, February 22. All men of the parish and friends are invited to join us. For additional information please contact call Gib Adolph at 330-848-1043 or e-mail adolphbiz@email.com. (Insert Graphic 1102-0004.tif) Immaculate Conception Church in Kenmore is offering an Anointing of the Sick Mass on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 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. Join us as we journey together through Catholicism Thursday, March 6 . It will continue with Word Made Flesh, True Bread from Heaven. 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. Cards Anyone? Join us Friday, March 7 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! The Culture of Life is in need of a volunteer to lead the Holy Hour for Life at 11:00am on the First Friday of each month. Anyone interested or for more information, please contact Lynn Willig at 330-658-2642

Please dont forget to save your treasures for the ST. AUGUSTINE RUMMAGE SALE that will be held the last weekend in June. Lots of stuff and many volunteers will be needed. Please call Karen if you are interested to helping. Thank you!
The St. Monica Gift Shop is throwing an after Christmas Sale. All Christmas items are 25% off. Stop in the gift shop between Masses on Sundays to see the many items for sale.

Join us for the annual Esther Ryan Shoe Fund Spaghetti Dinner to be held at Prince of Peace on Shannon Avenue on February 28 from 4-7:00pm. Prices are $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for children. The Esther Ryan Shoe Fund was started over thirty-two years ago. This past August over 600 pairs of shoes were distributed. The need is growing by the day. The Barberton Firefighters will be cooking as usual. Please come and support this worthy cause.
The second Women of Grace study (not to be confused with the St. Augustine Women of Faith group) is about to start. This 8-week study is based on the Bible and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. There are a few openings, for those interested contact Pat Shea at 330-825-4659 or Therese Harper 330-7605780 to receive the day and time of the next study.

Community Corner
Barberton Area Community Ministries item for the Month of February is Soup. Barberton Community Kitchen at Lakeview: item for the month of February is Toilet paper.

Please place your donations inside the bench in front of the giving tree in the vestibule, items will be picked up on Monday morning. Thank you very much for your donations, especially at this time of the year, when there are so many in need. Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated. (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, Camilla Pieffer, Marilyn Stump, the family of Joshua Weigand, Betty Biagetti, Arthur Gorman, Andrew Gombaski, Connie Liegey (Weigand), Bob Luxeder, Donald Ruegg, Christy Foder, Joseph Benear, Joan Salman (Weigand), Trevor Homsher, Helen Deibel, Ed Leiberth, Keith Morlan, Emma Young, Leonard Hamilton, Betty Bartel, Charles (Jack) Weigand, Mary Jane Somerick, Lisa Gnap, Denny Braman, Irene Lyle, Debbie Taylor, Albert Roth & Gert Weaver (Insert Graphic 2000-0040.tif) Shirley Maurer Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord!

Please contact the rectory if you or someone you know has been returned back to health! In the February/March envelope packets, there is an envelope for Easter Flowers. Donations to the Flower Fund help to defray costs of flowers and decorations in our church during the Easter Season. Monies received also aid the Parish Sacristan in keeping the sanctuary supplied with all necessary items throughout the year. For those using Faith direct, if you make a contribution, please drop an envelope in the offertory basket with the name of your intention. (Insert Graphic 1300-0021.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 Missions El Salvador/Latin America February 2 $ 11,697 $ 2,115 $ 13,812 $ 10,400 $ $ $ $ 3,412 1,182 621 480 February 9 $ 8,268 $ 2,115 $ 10,383 $ 10,400 $ $ $ $ (18) 206 408 59

2014 First Step Programs: Continuing education regarding marriage and divorce in the Catholic Church - Attempting to pick up the pieces of ones life after the tragedy of divorce is complex and demanding. One of the significant issues that a person faces is their place in the Church. Does the Church still care about me even though I am divorced? Am I allowed to go to Mass? Can I receive communion? How can the Church help me heal? If I decide to marry again, what do I have to do? The Tribunal of the Diocese of Cleveland is continuing to offer its very successful First Step Program in order to help individuals deal with these questions. The Churchs teachings on marriage, divorce, and remarriage are often misunderstood. This program is offered to help

everyone, especially those who have experienced divorce, learn more about Catholic teaching in these areas. For more information check our website: www.dioceseofcleveland.org/tribunal or call the Tribunal at 216-696-6525/800-869-6525, ext. 4000
(Insert Graphic 1000-0030.tif) February 17-23 Monday, February 17 Weekday 12:05 Sam Reynolds 6:00 Confessions Tuesday, February 18 Weekday 8:30 George Kozarevic 5:15 Margaret Gardner Wednesday, February 19 Weekday 12:05 Virginia Morris Thursday, February 20 Weekday 12:05 Joseph Deibel Anniversary Friday, February 21 Weekday 12:05 Joyce Hete Saturday, February 22 The Chair of St. Peter the Apostle 8:30 Nancy Neitz 3:00 Confessions 4:00 Carl Frank Anniversary Sunday, February 23 Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 David Zak Anniversary 10:30 The People of St. Augustine Church 5:15 Richard Siwik - Anniversary Readings for the Week of February 17 Jas 1:1-11, Ps 119:67,68,71,72,75,76, Mk 8:11-13 Jas 1:12-18, Ps 94:12-13,14-15,18-19, Mk 8:14-21 Jas 1:19-27, Ps 15:2-3,3-4,5, Mk 8:22-26 Jas 2:1-9, Ps 34:2-3,4-5,6-7, Mk 8:27-33 Jas 2:14-24,26, Ps 112:1-2,3-4,5-6, Mk 8:34-9:1 1 Pt 5:1-4, Ps 23:1-3,4,5,6, Mt 16:13-19 Lv 19:1-2,17-18, Ps 103:1-2,3-4,8,10,12-13, 1 Cor 3:16-23, Mt 5:38-48

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2014 Catholic Charities Annual Appeal actively begins this weekend. This years appeal theme is One in Christ. Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland, continues the mission of Jesus by responding to those in need through an integrated system of quality services designed to respect the dignity of every person and build a just and compassionate society a society that stands united in its support of the least among us. Something wonderful happens when we unit e ourselves through Christ with others. The impact of Catholic Charities cannot be understated. Over 276,000 people from every suburb and city in Northeast Ohio benefits from their programs and services each year. Please consider a generous gift to the Catholic Charities appeal, and pray for the success of this important Appeal. Next weekend an in-pew commitment process will take place. All who have not received the mailing, or have not had a chance to respond to it, will be asked to consider making a generous pledge to support the ministries and services provided by Catholic Charities. If you have received the mailing, please respond. There is a box on

the in-pew envelope to indicate that you have responded by mail. information, please log onto www.catholiccommunity.org/2014Appeal.

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