Saint Mary of the Annunciation Catholic Church

Portsmouth, Ohio

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Fifth Sunday of Easter

May 2nd, 2010 A.D.

Mass Intentions

May 3 – May 9

 

Mon      12:00 pm      Ann Allega/Frances Butkiewicz

                                     

Tues      12:00 pm      Betty Beaumont/Albert & Ruth Jackson

 

Wed      12:00 pm      Michael Wallace/Mary Lou Wallace

                                     

                                      FIRST THURSDAY

Thur      12:00 pm      Dillon/M/M Riley

                                               

Fri           4:00 pm       EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

                5:30 pm       Don Sherman/Angie Sherman

 

 Sat         5:45 pm       Etta Ladd/Jonnie, Ron, Matthew & Michael

                                     

 Sun         9:00 am      Lou Donini/The Family

              11:30 am      Living & Deceased Members of the Parish

 

Confession:  Saturday, 4:30-5 PM or by appointment.

Wedding: Couple must see priest 4 months in advance.

Baptism: Call Pastor (353-3858) for appointment.

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I will praise your name forever, My King And My God.

 

Today’s Readings:  We often hear the expression, “Absence makes the heart grow fonder.” Today’s readings seem to better imply that presence makes the heart grow fonder. We seem to look for tangible signs to indicate that our loved ones are still present. Such signs may take the form of photos, keepsakes, or memories. Almost instinctively, we act as if it is our solemn duty to make present the legacy of the past. Today’s Scripture readings build upon these human reactions. They powerfully suggest that the modern Christian can – and must – make God present in a variety of ways. They insist that presence makes the heart grow fonder.

      Today’s readings speak to a variety of people. They address the official proclaimers of the Word (Paul and Barnabas) as well as the officers (elders) of the community. They also appeal to the rank and file, the people in the pews, with a timeless message regarding God’s presence in the world. These readings teach us that wherever and whenever one offers consolation to another, God is present.  Wherever and whenever one lends a helping hand to the unfortunate, God is present. Love reveals our God and thus provokes a presence that makes the heart grow fonder.

First Communion

We ask God’s special blessing on the boys and girls who are making their First Communion this Sunday. The children are:

 

      Karli Boland                      Arwen Randaisi

      Hannah Fraley                   Donny Riegle

      Alexander Glockner                      Katie Rigsby

      Alexis Graf                                    Taylor Schmidt

      Elizabeth Hobbs                Morgan Temponeras

      Emma Madden                  Brooke Zaph

      Brice Ottney                     

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Thank You

Thanks so much for hosting our benefit concert for the “Find a Voice Fund” in honor of little Ellie Bennett, who found her voice through the electronic device which will now in part be funded for other children like Ellie. Your kindness is so much appreciated, both by the choir, and the Bennett family.

                        Shirley Crothers-Marley, Conductor

                        SSU Community Choir

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OUR FIRST THURSDAY MASSES for the Year for Priests will be ending in June.

 

BISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL UPDATE: We began the 2010 appeal last weekend and, so far, we have pledges of $14,110.00!! Our parish goal is $33,303.00. Together we support the mission and ministry of the diocese through our gifts. Your gift is greatly appreciated by Bishop Campbell and me.

 

Remember in Prayer

 Mary Grooms, Courtney Clifford, Kathleen Werner, Andrew Nichols, Chris Nichols, Deacon George, Fr. Gary Scherer, Jean Saltsman, Pat Augustin, Patty Christensen, Dick Diehl, Pat Gemperline, Rita Dobbins, Rita Blankenship, Eileen Balmert, Ann Miller, Amanda Recker. Please pray for those serving in our military.

 

DISCIPLESHIP REPORT

April 25

Regular Collection.................................. $4,734.50

Maintenance (going to restore windows).... $262.00

Vocations (special collection).................... $639.00

Thank you for your generosity to St. Mary Parish.

 

From the Pastor’s Desk

Stained Glass Windows – Lookin’ good! And they are secure. We did this project at the right time too. Jason, Jason, Charles, and Seth were highly professional, knowledgeable, and nice guys. This by far was the best crew we have had working for us. If you had the chance to talk to them, see them at work, you would know how fortunate we were to have them here. The work done cost $39,950. With 2009 BAA, donations, and a grant from the Scioto Foundation ($2,500), we were able to complete the project. For the next two windows (also in terrible shape right now) we have $11,451.03 in a reserved account…to be used only for our windows. “St George” and “Chris Columbus” will cost $17,000 each. Reinart’s, who did the work, will send a crew to do these two windows. It would be nice to complete these as soon as possible. I encourage you to go into the choir loft and see the completed windows and what needs to be done for George and Chris. Wow, was each window named for our Deacons? What a coincidence!

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HOLY BIBLE

AN APPEAL:  During the National Day of Prayer celebration there will again be Bible Reading at the court house from 12 to 3 PM on Wednesday, May 5th. If you are interested in reading, call Pete Michael at 356-2620. You just pick up where the previous reader stops. Readings take place at a table in the lobby of the courthouse. 15 minutes is a good amount of time for one person.

 

CATHOLIC YOUTH SUMMER CAMP Open to all students entering grades 6-12 next school year, this 6 day camp features high adventure activities including jet skis, tubing, canoeing, archery, paintball, climbing wall, zip line, blob and high ropes course. Dates June 27-July 2 and July 4-9 for high school students entering grades 9-12; July 26-31 and Aug. 1-6 for middle school students entering grades 6-8. Register online at www.cysc.com.                                  

Coming Events

GET YOUR TICKETS:  There are only about 141 tickets left for Notre Dame’s “Pot of Gold” on Saturday, May 22nd. Don’t be left out – call today for your tickets, 353-0719.

 

SENIOR CITIZENS DAY CELEBRATION JUNE 9TH at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 600 Hill Road North, Pickerington. Mass with Bishop Campbell at 10:30 AM followed by a luncheon. Registration for lunch is $15. Registrations are requested by June 2. Send check payable to Office for Social Concerns, Catholic Diocese of Columbus, 197 E. Gay St., Columbus 43215.

 

DOROTHY KNOST CHILDREN’S SUMMER MUSIC WORKSHOP June 21-25. Register before June 4th. FREE. Registration form and additional information on little flyer at side and back tables or contact Cornerstone United Methodist Church, 353-2548 if you have questions.

 

YOUTH NEWS

CEDAR POINT: Hey Kids!!!    Have you reserved a place for a fun time at Cedar Point this year sponsored by Fr. Ted??  June 16-18th. Requirements are that you will be going into 6th grade this fall or have graduated last year or this year and you assist your parish in some way.  Only 7 spots open and we still need chaperones!! Call the office to reserve your spot!!

Ministries Schedule

Saturday, May 08 – 5:45 pm

 

 Reader I            James Hufferd

 Reader II          Wanda Dengel

 Host:                  Mary Martha Questel

 Cup 1                 Sue Welty

 Cup 2                 Dave Ferrell

 Cup 3                 Sally Ferrell

 Servers               Ragen Kayser

                             Miranda Pauley

                             Brayden Queen

Greeters              Mary Stone

                             Abby Castle

                                                            

Sunday, May 09– 9:00 am

 

 Reader I            Mima Vita

 Reader II          Leo Schlosser

 Host                   Sharon Bender

 Cup 1                 Bambi Overacre

 Cup 2                 Bob Nelson

 Cup 3                 Mike Trivisonno

 Cup 4                 Richard Fugate

 Servers               Jenna Edwards

                             Baylee Webb

                             C. Overacre

 Greeters             Kathy Zamer

                             Brooke Fraley

                            

Sunday, May 09 - 11:30 am

 

 Reader I            Karen Kielmar

 Reader II          David Stump

 Host:                  Deacon George

 Cup 1                 V. Varhola

 Cup 2                 Laura Wooten

 Cup 3                 Larry Iery

 Cup 4                 Laura Estep

 Servers               Matthew Mohr

                             Rosa Storey

                             Hannah Storey

Greeters              Cheryl Cooke

                             Susan Frasher

 Counters:          Chas. Trivisonno

                             Chas. Hartard

 Cleaning:          Ann Cantrell

                             Christine Hadjiyannis

 

 

This week’s Sponsor

Compliments of

Portsmouth Building Supply

1740 Gallia St

353-1324