People who play the lottery are always hoping for that big chance to win a super jackpot. Against all odds (literally!) they imagine winning mil- lions. After all, someone has to win. It might as well be me. It's almost con- tradictory that lotteries have become part of state budgeting, when many Americans believe in the values of hard work and earning a living as op- posed to the gratuitous windfall that a lottery would give someone. State income from lotteries exceeds that of tobacco excise taxes, but is less than the license fees states collect on motor vehicles. Everybody who wants something for nothing is involved. For the outlay of a miniscule amount of cash, a player dreams of an immense return. And the state gets a bonus to its income without having to tax its citizens more. In today's Gospel, the people of Nazareth are acting a bit like lottery hopefuls, with high expectations for a significant payout with the investment of very little. They've heard about all the great things that Jesus did in Capernaum, and now they are expecting to cash in on the local boy made good. Surely he has got to work some astounding miracles here. But Jesus is not a lottery ticket. And faith in him is not a something for nothing proposition in which all the benefits are reaped with very little investment. As we will learn as we read from Luke's Gospel in the weeks and months ahead, Jesus is headed on a journey to Jerusalem. His destiny lies in that city where he will suffer and die, and finally, through his resurrection, he will usher in the era of the Spirit that is poured out on the church. For us, following Jesus is a lifelong journey to our own Jerusalem in which we empty our- selves in the service of others. It is no lottery that we hope to win, but a share in Christ's journey through death to resurrection
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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, Urban Klingshirn, Joe Zivosecz, Phyllis Reber, Patrick Fahey, Gloria Simon, Frank Arnold, Bill Jacoby, Jack Street, Sophie Manoloff, James Dacek., James Woods, Donna Grisa, Helen Poelking. If anyone needs communion to be administered to a HOME BOUD individual, please contact the Rectory to make the appointment.
Sponsor of the Week: Please support our Sponsors, Albert P. Zakel, DDS.
Offertory Collections: Last weeks offerings were $9,276. This years budget is based on a weekly offering of $10,200.00 There will be a second collection for Latin America next week.
For the Deceased: Christine Nestor (Sister of Bob & Tim Vielhaber) may she rest in eternal peace.
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 pur- chasing CPO Gift Certificates, the proceeds will go directly 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 Fri- day 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 discount off their St. Mary School tuition. On Behalf of St. Mary School we appre- ciate your support. Celebration of First Reconciliation: For St. Mary School Second Graders is scheduled for Tuesday, Febru- ary 5 at 7:00 pm in St. Mary Church.
***Meetings/Events*** Mass for the Living & Deceased Members of the Altar & Rosary So- ciety - Monday, February 4, 7:30 pm. First Reconciliation - Tuesday, February 5, St. Mary, Grade 2
SERVERS FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 4:
Monday 7:30 pm Emily & Ryan Marshall, Colin Garrity Tuesday, 8:30 am Jack McNally, Jacob Vovak, Katelyn Vovak Wednesday 8:30 am Cameron Carandang, Kaitlyn Porter Thursday, 7:30 pm Sara & Taylor Hricovec, Max Niebrzydowski Friday, 8:30 am Nicolle Lewis, Cara Provenzale Saturday, 8:30 am Griffin Davies, Sal Ference, Emmett Moher 4:00 pm Jack & Kelsie McNally, Brendan Simpson Sunday, 8:00 am Jacob & Katelyn Vovak, Andrew Vamospercsi 10:00 am Emma & Abbey Abfall, Caroline Waters 12:00 pm Carly Holowecky, Kaitlyn Porter, Allison Bayer
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS FOR THE WEEKEND OF FEBRUARY 9/10: Avon Oaks: (Tues. 2/5 Rosary) Nancy Danese, Linda Havlik (Wed.2/6 Communion) Robert Ryant, Marie Snavely (Fri. 2/8 Communion) Annie Gomos, Grace Hyla Saturday, 4:00 pm Toni Burch, Sheila Rice-Dane, Julie Novasel, Bob & Joyce Vielhaber Sunday, 8:00 am Theresa Szippl 10:00 am Nell Buckley, Charles Pitts, Dorrie Bommer Veronica Kowalski, David Sandy 12:00 pm Lisa Marshall, Kathy Petersen, Dan Briehl
LECTORS FOR THE WEEKEND OF FEBRUARY 9/10: Saturday, 4:00 pm Ed Fleming Sunday, 8:00 am Tess Wearsch 10:00 am Meghan Hricovec 12:00 pm Pat McGreal
MASSES FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 4:
Monday, February 4, Weekday 7:30 pm Mass for the Living & Deceased Members of the Altar & Rosary Society Tuesday, February 5, St. Agatha virgin, martyr 8:30 am Terry Willis (Clarke) Wednesday, February 6, St. Paul Mike and companions, martyrs 8:30 am Mona Vesely (Family) Thursday, February 7, Weekday 7:30 pm Charles Cleaton Friday, February 8, Weekday 8:30 am Thomas Slezak (Family) Saturday, February 9, Weekday 8:30 am Richard Sullivan (Friends) 4:00 pm Donald Casper (Family) Sunday, February 10, Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 am Mass for the Living & Deceased Members of the HNS - meeting following 10:00 am Brian Caco 12:00 pm People of the Parish
Eucharistic Ministers needed! Please call ancy Danese 934-4277 or the rectory to volunteer. Thank you!
FEBRUARY 3, 2013 FOURTH SUDAY I ORDIARY TIME The Altar and Rosary Society of St. Vincent de Paul Church sends Boxes From Home to sol- diers in Afghanistan. Do you have a loved one or friend you would like to send a box to? Please call Dorothy at 984-2192 with the soldiers Name, Rank, Branch of Ser- vice and the overseas mailing address. Thank you and I will be waiting for your call. St. Mary Alumni battled it out at the Wildcat Alumni Basketball Game, Jan. 27th. Over 40 gradu- ates from 1967-2012 showed up to Jam the Gym where the Odd Years faced off against the Even Years. Both teams gave it their all in a fast-paced game of showmanship and true athletic spirit, but the final score 45-41 gave the victory to the ODD Years! It'll be redemption time for the Even Years next year. A big thanks to all those who showed their support and cheered on our teams, especially coach Provenzale and Meehan, referee Marty Conroy and MC Mark Lundy. Share the Love at our next TGIF Youth Mass, Feb. 17 th , 6:00pm. We will be collecting food items for the Love Center Food Cupboard. Day School Registration: At St. Mary School we are Growing MindsGrowing Faith. Please visit www.stmaryavon.org to view our day school curriculum and activities for grades K - 8 or contact the School Office at 440-934-6246.
School News: January Star Students School News: Catholic Schools Week St. Mary celebrated Catholic schools week with daily ac- tivities: Student Council food drive for the week an all school field trip to the Science Center on Thursday, and a Magic show on Friday. Father/Daughter Dance Thank you to all who attended! Wonderful memories were cherished between fathers and daughters. Thank you Sharon Provenzale and her committee for making this a huge success. New Tradition We are starting a new tradition to help us grow in our faith. Each grade level has received a statue of the Blessed Mother, Mary. The intention of the statue is to remind us of the power of our faith and the importance of praying as a family. Each week a different student will take the statue home to share with their families in prayer. Thank you Father Tom and PTU Thank you Father Tom and PTU for providing each school family with a copy of Rediscover Catholicism by Matthew Kelly. The book offers ways to engage and es- tablish vibrant Catholic communities in the 21st Century. Enjoy. Congratulations Our Academic Challenge team beat Holy Trinity's Red team on Wednesday. We are so proud of our students! Way to go Wildcats
Elyria Catholic High School Students will per- form The Living Stations of the Cross: Dont miss this powerful performance for the entire family here at St. Mary on February 22, 2013 at 7:00 pm. While praying the stations, you will witness each one come to life in dra- matic fashion and feel like you are there, as we explore the thoughts of those who walked with Christ. .
Pilgrimage To Lourdes and Fatima: Fr. Dan Schlegel, pastor of Holy Angels Church in Bainbridge Township, will be leading a trip to Fatima, Spain and Lourdes from April 1 through April 11th. In this Year of Faith, we will visit two of the most important Marian sites as well as Madrid, Toledo, Avila and Loyola. Mass will be celebrated daily and the trip includes round trip airfare from Cleveland, accommodations, breakfast and dinner daily, tour guide, luggage transfers and Mass each day. For more information contact Fr. Dan Schlegel at 440-708-0000 or father@holyangelschurch.com or Magi Travel at 952-949-0065.
The Benedictine Monks of St. Andrew Abbey in Cleveland Ohio: Invite single men between the ages of 18-45 who are interested in experiencing monastic life to join them for a Living with Benedict vacation discernment weekend. There is no cost, Contact Fr. Finbar at 216-721-5300 x273 or at fin- bar@cbhs.net.
Polka With Us! Sunday, February 10, St. Colmanss is celebrating a Polka Mass @ 1 pm and Dinner/Dance @ 2 pm. Tickets are $20 adult/$10 children and includes Chicken Paprikash, Kielbasa, Pierogi, Beer, Wine and Soft Drinks. Reservations required! Checks and credit/ debit cards accepted by contacting the Parish Office @ 216-651-0550. St. Colmans, 2027 W. 65 St., Cleveland. Thank you very much and we hope to see you dancing on February 10!
Natural Family Planning: Learn a method of family planning that is marriage building. The next series of NFP Classes will begin Monday, February 18 at Univer- sity Hospitals Westlake Medical Building. Register online at www.ccli.org. Forty Days for Life: From February 13 through March 24, youre invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. Youre also invited to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way out- side Preterm at 12000 Shaker Boulevard, Cleveland, 44120 or Surgi Center at 4269 Pearl Road, Cleveland, 44109 or Family Planning at 54 South State Street, Painesville, 44077. Please help spread the word about this important community outreach. If youd like more information and especially if youd like to volunteer to help, please contact: John Noall @ 216-245-9744 or email at clevelandpraysforlife@gmail.com . WEBSITE: www.40daysforlife.com/cleveland The Knights of Columbus Father Ragan Coun- cil, Avon: will sponsor a wine tasting party from 6-10 pm, February 9, 2013 at the Avon Knights of Columbus Hall, 1783 Moore Rd, North of Colorado Ave., east of St. Augustine Health Ministries Benefit ight St. Augustine Health Ministries will hold its annual Top O The Tow- ers Benefit on Friday March 1 from 5:30p.m 9p.m at LaCentre in Westlake. Enjoy an evening of great music by The ew Barley- corn; delicious hors doeuvres, beer/wine, and a fabulous silent and live auction and raffle. Bid on a variety of vacations including Ha- waii, Bangkok Thailand & Florida; an Indians loge, autographed memorabilia, Notre Dame and Ohio State Tickets, custom made jewelry, and much much more. Tickets are $50 per person. Pro- ceeds will be used to create a Hospice wing on the Health Campus ~ an extension of Holy Family Home. Contact 216-634-7402 or register on-line at www.StAugMinistries.org. 3-E-4-3 For Ad Information Call LPi Direct at 1-800-477-4574 www.4LPi.com 2013 Liturgical Publications Inc 14-1071 Pre-Need Planning Family Owned & Operated RE-ASSIGN YOUR EXISTING PLANS TO US TODAY Parishioner 36363 Detroit Road 934-8000 18 C|eve|ard 3l. E|yr|a, 0l 11035 110-35-Z321 800-589-532 www.stewartappliance.com PAINT & PAPER PLACE Gene Yuengst - Owner 32475 Walk Rd. Located in Walker Square 871-4366 or 933-3111 Avon Lake, Ohio 44012 OH Lic. 26232 (216) 676-9045 ENERGY MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS INC. THE BENCHMARK OF HEATING AIR CONDITIONING COOLING SERVICES" 0E3l0N 8ulL0 lvAC 3ERvlCE C0NTRACT0R 0NE ENER0Y PLAZA 15800 lN0. PKY CLEvELAN0 36839 Detroit Rd. Sharon Vorisek, Avon Manager Active Parishioner (440) 934-0314 Roofing Siding Windows Free Estimates Call Today! 1.866.STAY.DRY HOME OF THE FREE ROOF GIVE AWAY! www.buschfuneral.com :Xifcpe9%:ifn\cc#;%D%;% Practice Limited to Pediatric Dentistry :_Xi`jjXBXkqXeDZ:le\#;%;%J%#D%J%;% Orthodontics Specialist www.drcrowell.com 36855 American Way, Ste.C, Avon OH ++'0*+$'(+0 Dr. William M. Schwartz Family Dentistry Ins., Visa, MC Eve., Sat. Hrs. 934-4485 or 365-9872 5330 Meadow Lane Court 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 vlslt us at 366l0 Detrolt Pd. - Avon, OH $79 CPA-Prepared Tax Returns Welcome fellow parishioners! 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 (440) 892-1440 or (866) 362-7624 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
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