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REFLECTING WITH THE PASTOR
MARCH 11, 2018
THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
BE CONFIDENT IN GOD’S MERCIFUL LOVE!
Some of you may remember the old poem by Elizabeth Barrett Browning, “How do
616 Reading Road I love thee? Let me count the ways. I love thee to the depth and breadth and height
Mason, Ohio 45040 my soul can reach…”
These words try to capture a bit of the all-encompassing
Phone: 513-398-3821 aspect of human love. As much as we love… as much
Parish Office: ext. 3100 as we are loved… as much as we can joyfully count
the ways we love others… it all pales in comparison
School Office: ext. 3108
to God’s divine love. All three readings this week
After Hours Emergency: ext. 3200 illustrate God’s merciful love.
Fax: 513-398-2254
Even though the people of Israel had turned away from God, the natural
consequence was their defeat by enemies, God did not forget them. As soon as
they repented, as soon as they returned to God, they also returned to Jerusalem. In
Parish Office Hours the Gospel we see the full extent of God’s love. The only Son of God was sent into
the world in order to save it. God loves us and seeks to draw us out of darkness
Monday - Friday:
into light and does whatever is necessary to save us from our sinfulness.
8:30am - 4:30pm
But why would God do this? Certainly not
because we deserve it or are entitled to it?
God saves us out of mercy. For three weeks
now we have considered various aspects
of our covenant, our unending relationship
with God… and the responsibilities and
privileges that flow from it. Despite our
infidelity, God remains faithful to us; despite
the steps we take to our own destruction,
living only for ourselves, God continues to
offer us a second chance.
But God does not force His love or mercy upon us. God does not force us to
choose to be in relationship with Him. We are free to choose or reject His love.
What will you do? Will you choose to move out your darkness into God’s light?
Will you choose to return to God? Do you see your own transitions and sinfulness
Bulletin Deadline and need for God in your life?
The deadline for all articles for
the Sunday bulletin is Friday No matter what we chose in the past… today is a new
afternoon, (9) days before the day. We are able to make a new choice to live for
God… to live for others.
article appears in the bulletin.
Please send items, along with God is eager to enfold us in His loving embrace
the dates they should run, to of mercy and love. Are you eager to choose that
bulletin@stsusanna.org for embrace and live in God’s love?
submission.
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MASS INTENTIONS & WEEKEND PRESIDERS
Nursery Available
The nursery is available for 9:00 and
Monday, March 12 PRAY FOR 11:15am Masses. It is located in the
6:00pm Rita Wendel THOSE SERVING Undercroft. Call ext. 3126 or email
OVERSEAS! nursery@stsusanna.org for details.
Tuesday, March 13
Alex Back
8:15am Diane Graham Jake Denman
Children’s Liturgy of the Word
Craig Doty
For children in grades K-2, September
Wednesday, March 14 Joseph Patrick Fusco
Thomas Prieve through May, 9:00 and 11:15am
8:15am Cristina Kessler Justin Schuh Masses. For details, contact Kristen Tell,
Christian Sorfnsen
ext. 3135 or tellk@stsusanna.org.
Thursday, March 15 James Wernke
Rachelle Wernke
8:15am Jean & Jim Carey Brandon Wesley
2:30pm (Mason Christian Village) Ryan Whitaker Spanish Mass
Intention of the Residents Jim Wykoff A Mass in Spanish will be held at
Michael Zeller
4:00pm on the 2nd & 4th Sundays of
Friday, March 16 every month. For details, contact
8:15am Intention of the Parishioners Karla Eysoldt, (513) 448-8994 or
keysoldt@catholiccincinnati.org.
Saturday, March 17 PRAYERS FOR
Misa en español es el segundo y cuarto
8:15am Margaret Dilley THOSE IN NEED
5:00pm (Fr. Roush) Edward Abaray domingo del mes a las 4:00pm.
Judy Babich
Jack Brady
Sunday, March 18 Donna Brown
Parish Membership
BettyLu Bryan
7:30am (Fr. Roush) Steve Francisco
Jeffery Burbridge We joyfully welcome new members of
9:00am (Fr. Roush) Sandy Wilder Erica Burger our parish community. Please register
11:15am (Fr. Farrell) Frank Diller Pam Burger
6:00pm (Fr. Farrell) Robert Jungkunz by calling the Parish Office (513-398-
Linda Burnside-Heine
Dolores DiAngelo 3821), or online (www.stsusanna.org).
Tony Dierkers
Ashley Douglas
Lucy D’Souza
WEEKEND MASS TIMES John Gavin Parish Library
Saturday at 5:00pm Peggy Gospodarek Media can be checked out at any time.
Sunday at 7:30am, 9:00am, 11:15am, 6:00pm Scott Greisl Stop by the Parish Office for help.
Norma Grone
Spanish Mass: 4:00pm the 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month Scarlett James
Lyle Jones
Prayer Requests
DAILY MASS TIMES Kimberly Kelly
Frank Lahrman If you have people to be prayed for and
Monday at 6:00pm Stephen Lutes would like to have them in the bulletin,
Tuesday through Saturday at 8:15am David Magella please email bulletin@stsusanna.org and
Susan Marsh
we will begin publishing them weekly.
HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION Lucas McCrea
Jeanne Mullett
6:30am, 8:15am, 7:00pm
Sarah Nadolny
Philip Nwankpa
RECONCILIATION Chidinma Nwankpa
Monday at 6:45pm and Saturday at 9:00am Eloise Pitstick
Michael Pottner Divine Healer, God of Wholeness, we place
Barbie Quinto these parishioners in Your hands; we ask for
EUCHARISTIC EXPOSITION Joel Rivera healing, but also for acceptance of their illness
Monday, 6:45 - 9:00pm Doreen Schowalter and of Your holy plan. Help them and us to
Wayne Schowalter embrace whatever You have in mind for them.
Marie Seuberling Support them in their anxieties, fears, pains, and
FIRST FRIDAY Nathan Shackleford the frustrations of their illness. Support them with
After 8:15am Mass Friday to beginning Millie Smeltzer the strength of the Holy Spirit. We ask this in the
of 8:15am Mass Saturday Richard Smith name of Jesus, compassionate healer of those in
Rodney Smith need of health and hope. Amen.
Paul St. Clair
ROSARY/DEVOTIONS Kelly Stevens
Tuesday through Saturday at 7:30am Julia Theil
Beverly Ward
Jenny Weibel
Robert Wiggins 3
WORSHIP
Our Catholic Faith LENTEN RECONCILIATION SERVICE
Are you interested in learning more
about our beautiful Catholic Faith and The second of our two Lenten Reconciliation services will be held
perhaps becoming Catholic? Are you Wednesday, March 14th at 7:00pm in Church.
an Adult Catholic seeking Confirmation?
Then please contact Susan Hack,
ext. 3169 or hacks@stsusanna.org.
Music and Reflection by Candlelight
Baptism Preparation
Thursday, March 15th from 6:30 – 7:00pm
All parents desiring Baptism for their
children should go to the website and fill All are welcome to come and reflect on the Holy Spirit through song,
out the registration forms on the website scripture, silence and prayer.
at www.stsusanna.org/baptism.
Music & Reflection
If it is your first child, please feel free by Candlelight
to attend the baptismal class at your 4TH SUNDAY OF LENT, SO DARK!
3rd Thursday of the Month
6:30pm-7:00pm
earliest convenience. Couples may A All
Gospel
are welcome to
come and reflect
of the Man Born Blind
attend before the birth of their child, but on the Holy Spirit
through song, scripture,
registration must be complete.
silence and prayer.
On a starless, cloud-filled night, it is almost impossible to move in safety. That changes when
Questions? Email Guy Vanasse, vanasseg@stsusanna.org
dawn approaches, when light breaks on the horizon. That is why the dripping wet newly
baptized (when real thirst is slaked) receive light from the paschal candle. Christ gives us
light. Christ is light!
Marriage Preparation • What are the times I prefer to “be in the dark”?
Please contact the Parish Office no later • What blinds me from seeing goodness and truth?
than six months prior to the date of • What mercy work can I do to give light (and heat) to those in need?
intended marriage.
Are you looking for a Lenten prayer for yourself and your family?
Walk with the Lord each Friday of Lent at 7:00pm in Church.
We will pray the Stations of the Cross, walking with Jesus to
Calvary and opening our hearts to His love and mercy.
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HELP IS
Go to stsusanna.formed.org to NEEDED FOR
create your FREE personal log-in.
EASTER VIGIL
RECEPTION
The Easter Vigil is Saturday, March 31st and
ALTAR the St. Susanna Community will be receiving
FLOWER eighteen new members into the parish.
Palm Sunday Weekend
DEDICATION March 24th/25th
The Vigil Mass is followed by a reception
5:00pm (Saturday), 7:00am,
for these members. Please contact Mary Jo
You can dedicate 9:00am,11:15am, 6:00pm
Drohan, mjd521@hotmail.com or 513-336-
the placing of
9697, if you can contribute finger food,
flowers at the altar Holy Thursday, March 29th
cookies, sandwiches or another food item and/
in memory of a loved one or to honor 7:00pm
or if you are willing to help with setup and
a special occasion. The amount is
serving that evening. Please help welcome
$50 to defray the cost of the flowers. Good Friday, March 30th
these newest members!
12:00pm, 3:00pm, 7:00pm
To reserve a date, please contact the
Parish Office, 398-3821, ext. 3100. Holy Saturday, March 31st
8:30pm
Easter Sunday, April 1st
7:00am, 9:00am, 11:15am
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ADULT
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
FAITH FORMATION
MAKE LENT & EASTER AN EXCITING
RENEWAL EXPERIENCE!
March 21st – April 18th: Do
you want to know Christ more PARISH-WIDE LENTEN PROJECT
personally? New Life in the Spirit is
a life-transforming experience where For more than 75 years their mission
you will discover Christ’s personal continues using the gospel of Jesus Christ
and unconditional love for YOU. Listen to dynamic teachings to as their mandate. They continually seek
help you experience Christ personally and the gifts of the Holy to help those most in need, providing
Spirit. This program will take place on 5 consecutive Wednesday assistance on the basis of need, without
evenings from 7-9pm at St. Ignatius Parish in Hilvert Center, 5222 regard to race, creed or nationality.
North Bend Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45247. For more info or to
register, call Mary Ann at 513-378-4431 or Lighthouse Renewal The St. Susanna Parish Community will be collecting financial
Center at 513-471-5483. Visit our web site at www.LRC1.org. donations February 24th through March 25th (the Lenten Season)
(Suggested donation $5) for Catholic Relief Services.
OPTIONS FOR GIVING:
School/Preschool/CFP/EC: If you have a child in one of these
programs, each class will be collecting for a specific gift – this
MEN’S CRHP 29: MAY 19TH - 20TH, 2018 will be at the discretion of the teacher/students.
To The Men of Saint Susanna Parish, Parish at Large: We will be collecting “Rice Bowl” donations
which will be given to the Archdiocese CRS to be used where
The 29th retreat for the Christ Renews they are needed most.
His Parish (CRHP) weekend will be • Check made out to St. Susanna Parish with “CRS-Lenten
held Saturday, May 19th and Sunday, Giving” on the memo line. Place the check in an
May 20th, 2018. The CRHP retreat, envelope clearly marked CRS-Lenten Giving and drop off at
pronounced “Chirp”, is an overnight the parish office or in the Mass offering basket.
retreat for adult men seeking to deepen their Catholic faith while • Online donation through St. Susanna online giving site:
expanding their fellowship with other men of the parish. www.osvonlinegiving.com/749 - choose “Quick Give” and
then select “Catholic Relief Services” from the drop-down list.
Attending CRHP has changed many personal, spiritual and • Cash/Check Donations, which includes the “Rice Bowl” boxes
professional lives over the last 28 years. If you’re reading this, that can be picked up / dropped off in the Gathering Space
there’s a good chance you should be a part of the weekend. on Collection Weekends: February 24th- March 25th.
Don’t wait – spaces are filling up fast.
For more information on the CRS Rice Bowl Program, go to:
Please consider taking part in an enjoyable and memorable www.crsricebowl.org.
weekend of fellowship. All you have to do is listen. CRHP is free
to attend and all meals are provided. Contact Fraser McCurrach For questions regarding the St. Susanna Lenten Project, please
at crhp29stsue@gmail.com for more information, or by phone at contact Mary Jo Burns, burnsmj@stsusanna.org or 398-3821, ext.
(513) 515-7793. 3120 or Nancy Thomas, nancy.thomas@cinci.rr.com, 375-7476.
RETROUVAILLE
STEWARDSHIP A Lifeline for Married Couples
The next program will begin the weekend of April 6-8, 2018.
Retrouvaille is a Catholic sponsored, confidential program open
March 4, 2018 March 4, 2018
Over / (Under) to all faiths. It offers a chance to rediscover yourself, and your
BUDGET ACTUAL Budget spouse. It is for couples that have experienced a breakdown
in communication, become unloving and uncaring, thinking of
$52,131 $65,577 $13,466 separation or divorce or who are separated.
Year to Date Year to Date For further information please visit the website at:
Over / (Under)
BUDGET ACTUAL Budget
helpourmarriage.org
$1,452,771 $1,670,419 $217,648
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DISCIPLES
ADULT FAITHIN ACTION
FORMATION
YOUNG AT HEART CALLED TO SERVE: CATHOLIC
MARCH LUNCHEON SOCIAL TEACHING FOR
TODAY’S CATHOLIC
Join the Young at Hearts group for
our monthly luncheon on Wednesday, Wednesday, March 21st, 7-8:30pm,
March 21 at 12:00 noon. Our program, in the St. Susanna Meyer Center
“Wooden Shoe Hollow,” will be presented by the Cincinnati
Museum Center. Not all German immigrants settled in “Over Have you heard of Catholic Social
the Rhine.” Those from Westphalia found a fertile valley along Teaching but don’t know much about it?
the Mill Creek where they planted their fruits and vegetables to Has Pope Francis’ call to a “Culture of
be sold in the “downtown” markets. They proudly wore their Encounter” with our neighbors left you wanting to know more?
wooden shoes as they worked in their gardens. The Our Global Family Ministry of St. Susanna is pleased to
welcome Pam Long, Newly Retired Regional Director for Catholic
The cost of the luncheon is $12.00, payable by check or with the Social Action and the Catholic Relief Service’s Diocesan Director,
correct cash in an envelope. Be sure to write YAH luncheon on the (Cincinnati) to share with us Catholic Social Teaching 101. She
memo line or on your envelope. Either may be put in the Sunday will also highlight the important global work of Catholic Relief
collection, mailed or taken to the parish office. Reservations Services, which is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year.
are due no later than Friday, March 16. For questions, contact Come spend a moment in Lent to learn about our call as Catholics
Gretchen Osner (398-4820). to serve the poor and vulnerable.
Please register on the website at www.stsusanna.org/
ourglobalfamily. For more information, contact Cabrina Attal
(cabrina318@gmail.com).
KEEP OR SAVE?
It has been said that if you have
possessions that have gone unused for
over one year, they should be discarded. IHN TRAINING EVENT
If you think that might be a good idea Sunday, April 15, 2018,
and are considering a declutter of your from 11:30am-12:30pm,
home, please keep in mind that there are at Heritage Presbyterian Church
many people who would be thrilled to (6546 Mason Montgomery Rd)
accept your castoffs.
St. Susanna is currently involved with Interfaith Hospitality
St. Susanna Women’s Association has Network of Warren County by providing meals to homeless
scheduled the annual Parish Garage families. Several volunteers will provide a meal for approximately
Sale for June 22 and 23, 2018. While monetary funds are the 20 individuals. The need to provide a meal occurs four to five
direct result of this sale, it is only part of its purpose. The sale is times a year.
a ministry to our community allowing individuals and families to
stretch their shopping dollars by buying clothing and household If you are interested in helping to feed homeless families in the
appliances at reasonable and affordable prices. Warren County area, additional information can be found at
Please keep the Women’s Association in mind as you begin your www.stsusanna.org/IHNWC. At this website, you can also
decluttering and spring cleaning chores. If you are unable or indicate your interest in volunteering to help prepare meals.
unwilling to hold your items till June, there are members of the IHN is offering a training event on April 15th from 11:30am to
Women’s Association who are willing to accept your items to 12:30pm at Heritage Presbyterian Church in the gym (fellowship
store until then. If necessary, they would even consider pick-ups. hall). Ms. Linda Rabolt (Director of IHN-WC) will be the trainer.
Pizza and soft drinks will be served, at no charge to you. There
Proceeds from the sale provide funds to purchase special will be a donation basket, if you want to contribute.
items for the Parish and to assist its various ministries. Contact
Christine Phelan at 513-492-7265 or jazzcat1946@aol.com or To RSVP for the training session (by April 1st) or for additional
Mary Ann Vossler at 513-257-3892 or mavossler@yahoo.com. information contact Mary Beth Koenig at Koenigmb@gmail.com
or 513-314-7672.
“FAST FACT” FROM OUR GLOBAL FAMILY MINISTRY
Jesus was present to people society had marginalized, condemned, and cast out. Lenten Reflection: Have you encountered
Jesus in the poorest of the poor? How does human suffering encourage you to build God’s kingdom of justice and peace?
www.stsusanna.org/ourglobalfamily
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DISCIPLES
ADULT FAITHIN ACTION
FORMATION
ST SUSANNA PARISH FISH FRY!! YOUNG AT HEART RED’S GAME
March 16th Special - New England Clam Chowder
Please join us for a Cincinnati Red’s ball game
The Fish Fry is underway! Our Signature on Thursday, May 24th vs the Pittsburgh Pirates
Salmon is back, along with weekly (12:35 pm game time). The cost is $35 per
specials. We will offer our freshly ticket, which includes the ticket, and $10 toward food and/
prepared beer-battered cod and shrimp! or drink plus the bus. Please make the check payable to “St.
For those that crave a bigger portion, Susanna Parish” and put “Reds Game” on the memo line. Take
we will be offering a Supersized meal or mail the check to the parish office. Deadline is May 15th. Sign
option that includes 2 pieces of fish, a up now, seating is limited to the first 40 fans. Have questions,
double order of Shrimp or one of each. SENIORS! The YOUNG please call Jim Valento at 513/379-3823.
AT HEART ROOM is back offering tableside service and a quiet
atmosphere! And for those on the run, we offer DRIVE THRU
SERVICE!! FINALLY, don’t forget our famous DESSERT TABLE
offering a variety of HOMEMADE goodies to round out your
dinner! The Fish Fry is held each Friday through March 23rd at the
Meyer Center from 5pm to 8pm. Come give us a try!
CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION
PRESCHOOL OPENINGS ST. SUSANNA SCHOOL COMMISSION
FOR THE 2018 – 2019
The St. Susanna School Commission seeks
SCHOOL YEAR! several new members to serve three-year terms
beginning this Fall. The purpose of the School
It’s not too late to register!!! If you are Commission is to advise and collaborate with
looking for a nurturing environment for school administrators and the pastor about
your little one with a variety of opportunities to learn & play, all issues related to the school. Current focuses
while discovering God’s wonderful world, St. Susanna Preschool include supporting the academic mission of
is the place for you! We have limited openings in our 2s Class as St. Susanna School, identifying and addressing the needs of the
well as our 3s, 4s and Pre-K afternoon sessions, so don’t delay… school and parish community, maintaining and improving school
call today! For additional information or to schedule a tour, facilities, and improving communication with current and prospec-
please contact Joette Ewing, Preschool Director, at 513- 398- tive school families.
3821 ext. 3131, or ewingj@stsusanna.org. Thank you!
If you are interested in being considered for a position, you will
need to provide a resumé and provide answers in writing to a set
ATTN: NURSERY FAMILIES of questions by April 8th. Details of the application process can
be found online at: www.stsusanna.org/school.
St. Susanna Nursery is implementing Questions? Contact Sarah McClain at 513.225.7093 or
a new communication system called sarahmcclain5@gmail.com
RainedOut. The purpose is to notify
families of closures to the nursery due
to lack of staff, sickness, or holiday closures via mobile phone
SMS text messages. You will not receive any spam or unsolicited BOOSTERS NEWS
content - all messages will be sent from the administrator of St.
Susanna Nursery (Kate Sylvester). Boosters is seeking candidates for the following:
To sign up, go to Rainedout.com, search for St. Susanna Nursery • Non-Parent Coach for Varsity Football Team
(St. Susanna parish nursery in Mason, Ohio) Category: religious (7th/8th Grade)
and enter your phone number. You will receive a confirmation • Coordinator for Boys Basketball - Youth (3rd-5th Grades)
code to confirm. Once the code is entered, you’re all set to
receive notifications. If you have any questions, please contact For more information, please contact Mark Cravens at
Kate Sylvester via email at: nursery@stsusanna.org (859) 916-6161 or mcravens@apctowers.com.
REGISTER NOW FOR VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
June 25th - 29th from 9:00am-Noon
To register a participant or as a volunteer visit: www.stsusanna.org/vbs
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CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION
Early Childhood 2017-2018 CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 195 NEWLY
Faith Formation for 3, 4, pre-K 5-year-
CONFIRMED CATHOLIC TEENS OF ST. SUSANNA!
olds and kindergartners meets on
Sunday mornings at 9:00am. For more As believers in Jesus Christ, pray that they are open to the call to a new
information, contact Rebecca Sackrider, life and to make moral choices that keep them united with God. With
ext. 3126, sackriderr@stsusanna.org. the help and grace of the Holy Spirit, that they will choose ways to act
to grow in their relationship with God, to help other people, and to fulfill
their prophetic mission to be witnesses to Christ in all circumstances. May the peace and
Preschool light of Jesus accompany and guide them. Let them realize how deeply loved and precious
each of them are in God’s eyes.
Weekday Preschool is available for ages
2-5 in the Undercroft of church. For more
Go forth and let your light shine!
information, contact Joette Ewing, ext.
3131 or ewingj@stsusanna.org.
NURSERY HELP NEEDED
CFP The youngest members of our parish are in need of your service
Grades 1-8 (2017-2018)
Faith Formation for elementary students The nursery is seeking individuals with experience and interest in caring for multiple children
will be Sundays, 10:30 -11:45am, and birth to 4 years old to join our staff. The position requires a commitment of Sunday mornings
Mondays, 6:15 - 7:30pm. For more 8:30-12:30 twice a month with flexible scheduling and some compensation.
information, contact Kristen Tell, If interested please contact Kate Sylvester by phone (513)226-5717, email
ext. 3135 or tellk@stsusanna.org. nursery@stsusanna.org or the Parish Office.
Saint Susanna School
The parish school provides a Catholic
education for Grades K-8. FAITH ALIVE LIFE
For more information, contact the If you would like updates If you would like updates
School Office, ext. 3108. texted to you, please text texted to you, please text
@328637 to 81010. @life20172 to 81010.
March 11th, 4:00-5:45pm March 11th, 7:00-9:00pm
Faith Alive “F is for Friends” “Reconciled and Free”
Grades 6-8 (2017-2018) What is a true friendship? How can we At LIFE we will have guest speakers from
Sundays at 4:00pm to 5:45pm build our relationships around Christ? St. Susanna’s Kairos ministry. Listen to
in the St. John Bosco Youth Room. Find out at Faith Alive! their experiences as we spread our love
to those cast out of society!
For more information, contact
March 18th, 4:00-5:45pm
Gabbi Montavon, ext. 3195 or
“Cast Lots” March 18th
montavang@stsusanna.org. The soldiers cast lots for Jesus’ clothes. No LIFE! Please come to our Spring
Our clothes give us all a sense of Retreat this weekend! Information can be
To get Faith Alive text updates, you can security and comfort. Learn how we found on our website or you can email
join by texting 517-910-6127 and text can we provide ourselves with security montavong@stsusanna.org.
the message @stsue. and comfort in today’s world!
March 25th
March 25th No LIFE! In reverence of Palm Sunday,
No Faith Alive! In reverence of Palm please join us for the 6:00pm Mass on
LIFE Sunday, please join us for the 6:00pm Sunday!
Grades 9-12 (2017-2018) Mass on Sunday!
Sundays at 7:00pm in the St. John Bosco April 1st
Youth Room. For more information, April 1st No LIFE! Happy Easter!
contact Gabbi Montavon, ext. 3195 or No Faith Alive! Happy Easter!
montavang@stsusanna.org. April 8th, 7:00-9:00pm
April 8th “Resurrected!”
No Faith Alive! Please come to our We all have our crosses to bear. Jesus
To get LIFE text updates, you can join by
Spring Retreat this weekend! Information carried his and defeated death! Come to
texting to the number 81010 and text can be found on our website or you LIFE as we share our crosses, leave them
the message @stsuelife. can email montavong@stsusanna.org. at the foot of Jesus’ cross and resurrect
in Him!
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ESTE MES EN PARROQUIA ST. SUSANNA • MARCH 2018
MISA EN ESPAÑOL NOTICIAS
Segundo y cuarto Domingo del Mes 4:00pm • Grupo de Oración para adultos en Español todos los Martes
a las 7:30pm en el cuarto de St. Jerónimo abajo de la
ORACIÓN TAIZE Y CORONILLA DE LA MISERICORDIA Iglesia.
Tercer Jueves del mes a las 6:30pm • No se les olvide registrarse a la parroquia! Cualquier
programa que quieran participar, cartas de la Iglesia, hacer
algún sacramento, tienen que estar registrados.
NECESITAMOS SU AYUDA!!
• Para más información o si tiene alguna pregunta por favor
Con dos Misas al mes en Español, necesitamos ayuda. Ministros
comuniquese con la Iglesia. El número de teléfono en Español
de Eucaristía, Ujieres, Lectores, Monaguillos. Se provee
de St. Susanna es: (513) 398-3821 Ext. 3202 por favor deje
entrenamiento.
mensaje.
Para el Coro contactar a: Nicolas Ortiz smtjedi@yahoo.com
El Ministerio Hispano Católico los invita al:
GRUPO DE JOVENES!!!! RETIRO DE PAREJAS
El 28 de Abril del 2018 de 8:30am-4:00pm
FAITH ALIVE: Domingos de 4-5:45pm en el cuarto de St. Iglesia de St. Susanna en Mason
Jerónimo en el sótano de la Iglesia para jovenes de 6-8 grados.
Se aceptan parejas que vivan en unión libre, parejas
LIFE: Domingos de 7-9pm en el cuarto de St. Jerónimo en el preparandose para Matrimonio y parejas que estén casadas por
sótano de la Iglesia para jovenes de 9 a 12 grados. lo civil ó por la iglasia. Registro necesario con Karla Eysoldt al
Para más información contacte a Gabbi Montavon en la oficina (513) 448-8994 o keysoldt@catholiccincinnati.org.
de la iglesia.
DEPARTAMENTO DE SERVICIOS LEGALES DE
NECESITAMOS DONACIONES DE COMIDA INMIGRACIÓN DE CARIDADES CATÓLICAS
Ofrecerá consultas gratuitas sin cita en St. Susanna el 15 de
PARA LA VIGILIA PASCUAL!
Marzo del 2018 de 10am a 4:30pm. Para más información
El Sábado 31 de Marzo para la Vigilia Pascual.
comuniquese con Karla Eysoldt.
Necesitamos donaciones de comida para celebrar a los
nuevos miembros de la Iglesia. Para más información por favor
comuniquese con Karla Eysoldt.
¿CONOCE A ALGUIEN A QUIEN EL ALCOHOL Y LAS
DROGAS REPRESENTAN PROBLEMAS EN SU VIDA?
SERVICIO DE RECONCILIACION Grupo Oxford tiene sesiones: Lunes, Miércoles y Viernes
El Servicio de Penitencia de Cuaresma es el: de 7 a 9 PM
Miércoles 14 de Marzo a las 7:00 p.m. en la Iglesia. Grupos de Familia Al-Anon, Jueves y Viernes de 7-9:00pm.
Para más información por favor llame a:
Alentamos a todas las familias a venir a la confesión y a recibir (513) 614-8784 (513) 390-3825
la reconciliación, especialmente a las familias de los niños
preparandose para recibir su Primera Comunión. Habrán
sacerdotes que hablan español.
¿HA PENSADO USTED EN LA MEJOR
EDUCACIÓN PARA SUS HIJOS?
Todas las jovencitas que quieren Las escuelas católicas ofrecen una enseñanza
tener celebraciones de Quince años superior en un ambiente de fe, valores y
en St. Susanna tienen que participar disciplina. Venga a visitarnos y no se arrepentirá.
en un retiro que se da sola- mente ¡Las inscripciones ya están abiertas! Tenemos
una vez al año. Y hay otra formación y requisitos para ayudarles becas y ayuda financiera disponible. Para más información,
en esta etapa de madurez tan importante. Llame a Karla Eysoldt por favor comuníquese con Mayra Wilson– Coordinadora de
cuando su hija cumpla 14 años y ella puede avisarle de todos los Relaciones Hispanas al (513) 421.3131 ext. 2718.
requisitos. Próximo retiro será el 17 de Marzo del 2018.
GRUPO DE APOYO PARA SOBREVIVIENTES DE
SU CASA SE HA MUDADO VIOLENCIA DOMÉSTICA.
La nueva dirección es: Mid Pointe Tower Todos los Martes de 5:30-7pm. Llame al (513) 381-5610 para
7162 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio 45237. mas información y lugares. Hay cuidado de niños.
Tel 513-761-1588.
Para Servicios Legales de Inmigración: (513) 672-3746
El programa de ABLE ofrece clases de Inglés.
Para más información comuniquese al (513)
695-2987. Clases en Lebanon en las tardes.
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March 11, 2018
Fourth Sunday of Lent (B)
2 Chr 36:14–16, 19–23
Eph 2:4–10
Jn 3:14–21
Healed Through His
Wounds God’s grace to transform self-limiting attitudes and
Jesus refers to the story that Michelangelo painted
into a corner of the Sistine Chapel. It is about the
time the Chosen People were attacked by serpents
habits into virtues.
Even if you feel dead in your transgressions now,
Jesus has already secured your path to life. Grace
and many were dying. God instructed Moses to place awaits you. The first step is to accept the love from he
two serpents on a staff and lift it up over the people. who is lifted up with arms outstretched to receive you.
All they had to do was look at the serpents to be —Fr. Mark Haydu, LC
miraculously healed of their bite wounds.
We have all been bitten by sin. This can be our own For Reflection
self-destructive choices and attitudes, or we can be
Do I have any unspoken beliefs that, in some way, I
victims of other’s sins. Yet sin and suffering doesn’t
am
I amunlovable?
unlovable?
need to have the last word. We can overcome if we
choose to look at Christ crucified and learn his lesson Do I need to repent from whatever attitudes or
of love. Jesus teaches us to not be defined by our ugly actions distance me from that love?
choices or the wounds
we suffer. Our wounds
and weaknesses can
become the place of
our healing. Jesus
wants to heal us. That
is why he let himself
be lifted up!
To embrace this
healing is simple yet
challenging. First it
requires simple faith
to believe you are
loved by the Father, no
matter what. Second
we need a constant,
often-denied effort on Piece: The Brazen Serpent, 1508-1512
our part to sincerely Artist: Michelangelo
Location: Sistine Chapel
repent and work with
[Jesus said,] “Just as Moses lifted up the serpent in the desert,
so must the Son of Man be lifted up.”
John 3:14
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PARISH STAFF ORGANIZATION CONTACT
Contact: 398-3821 • Parish, ext. 3100 • School, ext. 3108
Boosters Mark Cravens, 770-4278
Caregiver Support Group Sharon Kipfer, 509-3278
Fr. Robert Farrell (Pastor) ext. 3101, farrellr@stsusanna.org
Fr. Eric Roush (Parochial Vicar) ext. 3106, roushe@stsusanna.org Festival Brenda Stier, lstier@cinci.rr.com
Lou Wong (Deacon) ext. 3137, wongl@stsusanna.org Finance Commission Shannon Benvenuti, 398-3821
Fish Fry Scott Kososki, 461-9098
PASTORAL STAFF: YOUTH AND CHILDREN’S FORMATIONS Health & Wellness Laura Barbetta, 847-1849
Rebecca Sackrider (DRE, Early Childhood, VBS) ext. 3126, sackriderr@stsusanna.org
Knights of Columbus George Denman, 939-9022
Lauren Zinnecker (CFP 1-4) ext. 3400, zinneckerl@stsusanna.org
Men’s Prayer Group Bill Bross, 518-9594
Kristen Tell (CFP 5-8, First Communion) ext. 3135, tellk@stsusanna.org
Moms Group Katie Fortener, (248) 515-8895
Gabrielle Montavon (Youth Minister) ext. 3195, montavong@stsusanna.org
Melissa Capella (Young Adults, Confirmation) ext. 3149, capellam@stsusanna.org Natural Family Planning Tom & Colleen O’Rourke, 398-3116
Prayer Network Kathy Mussman, 777-5981
PASTORAL STAFF: ADULT FORMATION PTO Ann Roda, stsusannapto@gmail.com
Susan Hack (Faith Formation, RCIA) ext. 3169, hacks@stsusanna.org Risen Life Roberta Brunck, 777-1476
Chloé Fasano (Faith Formation, RCIA) ext. 3110, fasanoc@stsusanna.org
School Commission Sarah McClain, 225-7093
Mary Jo Burns (Peace & Justice) ext. 3120, burnsmj@stsusanna.org
Schuh Center Teresa Bolte, 779-8965
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION St. Vincent de Paul Mary Jo Burns, 398-3821
Joette Ewing (Preschool) ext. 3131, ewingj@stsusanna.org Women’s Association Mary Ann Mushaben, 504-7181
Daniel Albrinck (Principal) ext 3109, albrinckd@stsusanna.org Young at Heart Dottie Linton, 754-0114
ADDITIONAL STAFF PTO 365 DAY RAFFLE WINNERS
Shannon Benvenuti (Business Manager) ext. 3121, benvenutis@stsusanna.org
2/25 Ruth Tinker $100
Nikki Dickson (Parish Receptionist) ext. 3100, dicksonn@stsusanna.org
2/26 Bob Cross $40
Karla Eysoldt (Hispanic Ministry) 513-448-8994, keysoldt@catholiccincinnati.org 2/27 Bruce Patterson $40
Teresa Johns (Communications Director) ext. 3104, johnst@stsusanna.org 2/28 Angie Smith $40
Doug Popp (Facilities) ext. 3154, poppd@stsusanna.org 3/1 Frank Borke $40
Guy Vanasse (Music & Liturgy) ext. 3105, vanasseg@stsusanna.org 3/2 Wayne Meyer $40
3/3 Lynn Fread $40
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