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Attn: Bulletin Editor and Parish Vocations Committee Vocation Bulletin Blurbs

March 2018/Cycle B

Third Sunday of Lent -- March 4, 2018 “We proclaim Christ crucified…the power and wisdom of God.” Could Jesus be calling you to proclaim His life, death and resurrection as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life? To find out more contact Father Christopher Luoni at (330) 744-8451, or email him at: [email protected]. Fourth Sunday of Lent -- March 11, 2018 “God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through Him.” Are you being invited to share the saving mission of Jesus as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life? If so, call Father Christopher Luoni at (330) 744-8451, or email him at: [email protected]. Fifth Sunday of Lent -- March 18, 2018 “Unless a grain of wheat fall to the ground and die, it remains just a single grain. But if it dies, it produces much fruit.” We must die to self in order to allow God to shape us into the person he calls us to be. Is he calling you to be a deacon, priest or religious brother or sister? To know more call Father Christopher Luoni at (330) 744-8451, or email him at: [email protected]. Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion – March 25, 2018 “Morning by morning He wakens - wakens my ear to listen as those who are taught.” Listen in prayer daily to the promptings of the Holy Spirit, seek to know your vocation. If He is asking you to consider the priesthood or consecrated life, call Father Christopher Luoni at (330) 744-8451, or email him at: [email protected].

Vocation General Intercessions March 2018/Cycle B

Third Sunday of Lent -- March 4, 2018 For those considering a call to the priesthood or consecrated life, that they will answer the call and proclaim Christ crucified, we pray to the Lord. [Year B readings] For all those thirsting to know their vocations in Christ, that they will be open to the waters of prayer and drink fully of the Holy Spirit who leads them, we pray to the Lord. [Optional Year A readings] Fourth Sunday of Lent – March 11, 2018 That we may have faithful priests and consecrated religious to guide us just a Jesus was the light that came into the world, we pray to the Lord. [Year B readings] That like the man born blind, we will allow Jesus to open our eyes and hearts to His will and bring more men and women to respond to His call to serve Him and His Church as priests, deacons and in the consecrated life, we pray to the Lord. [Optional Year A readings] Fifth Sunday of Lent – March 18, 2018 For all those being called to the priesthood, diaconate and consecrated life, that they may die to self in order to glorify God in a profoundly personal way through their vocations, we pray to the Lord. [Year B readings] That as Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, so may be raise young men and women to serve in his Church as deacons, priests and religious, we pray to the Lord. [Optional Year A readings] Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion – March 25, 2018 For the faithful response of all men and women called to follow Christ and His passion through a vocation to the priesthood or consecrated life, we pray to the Lord.

Stewardship Bulletin Inserts for March 2018

English and Spanish March 4, 2018 - 3rd Sunday of Lent “You shall not carve idols for yourselves in the shape of anything…” - EXODUS 20:4

How many “gods” do you put before God? “Idols” do not always take the shape of physical things, things we can touch and feel. Those are easy to recognize. Many times they take the form of things we cannot touch and are much harder to spot like pride, power, ego, time, comfort or health. March 11, 2018 - 4th Sunday of Lent “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son…” - JOHN 3:16

Of all the wonderful gifts that God has given to us, the gift of His own Son is truly the greatest. How can we ever thank God for a gift like that? God does not ask us to sacrifice our own precious firstborn, but He does ask that we are grateful and generous with our God-given gifts. That we nurture and develop them and return with increase. March 18, 2018 - 5th Sunday of Lent “I will be their God and they shall be my people.” - JEREMIAH 31:33

What does it mean to be God’s people? It means we recognize that everything we have and everything we are belongs to God. We aren’t “owners” of anything, we are merely “stewards” of the gifts God has given us. It means we are willing to use our gifts and our lives to care for our neighbors and the world, just as God cares for us. March 25, 2018 - Palm Sunday “Pilate again said to them, ‘Then what shall I do with the man whom you call the King of the Jews?’ And they cried out again, ‘Crucify him.’” – MARK 15:12-13

Jesus told us “whatever you do for the least of my brothers, you do for me.” Every day we are presented opportunities to help someone. Every day we have the opportunity to see the face of Jesus in others and be the face of Jesus to others. Pray for the strength and courage to stand up for those in need of our help.

Stewardship Bulletin Inserts for March 2018

English and Spanish (continued) 4 de marzo de 2018 - 3er domingo de Cuaresma "No se forjarán ídolos de ninguna forma ..." - Éxodo 20: 4

¿Cuántos "dioses" pones delante de Dios? Los "ídolos" no siempre toman la forma de cosas físicas, cosas que podemos tocar y sentir. Esos son fáciles de reconocer. Muchas veces toman la forma de cosas que no podemos tocar y son mucho más difíciles de detectar como el orgullo, el poder, el ego, el tiempo, la comodidad o la salud. 11 de marzo de 2018 - 4º domingo de Cuaresma "Porque tanto amó Dios al mundo que le dio a su único Hijo ..." - JUAN 3:16

De todos los maravillosos regalos que Dios nos ha dado, el regalo de su propio Hijo es verdaderamente el más grande. ¿Cómo podemos agradecerle a Dios por un regalo como ese? Dios no nos pide que sacrifiquemos a nuestro precioso primogénito, pero sí nos pide que seamos agradecidos y generosos con los dones que Dios nos ha dado. Que los alimentemos y devolvamos con aumento. 18 de marzo de 2018 - 5º domingo de Cuaresma "Seré su Dios y ellos serán mi pueblo". - JEREMÍAS 31:33

¿Qué significa ser el pueblo de Dios? Significa que reconocemos que todo lo que tenemos y todo lo que somos le pertenece a Dios. No somos "dueños" de nada, somos simplemente "administradores" de los dones que Dios nos ha dado. Significa que estamos dispuestos a usar nuestros dones y nuestras vidas para cuidar a nuestros vecinos y al mundo, así como Dios se preocupa por nosotros. 25 de marzo de 2018 - Domingo de Ramos "Pilato volvió a decirles: << ¿Qué haré con el hombre a quien llaman el Rey de los judíos?>> Y volvieron a clamar: << Crucifícale>>” - MARCOS 15: 12-13

Jesús nos dijo "lo que sea que hagas por el más pequeño de mis hermanos, lo haces por mí". Todos los días se nos presentan oportunidades para ayudar a alguien. Todos los días tenemos la oportunidad de ver el rostro de Jesús en los demás y ser el rostro de Jesús para los demás. Reza por la fortaleza y el valor para defender a aquellos que necesitan nuestra ayuda.

Diocese of Youngstown Office of the Chancellor

GOOD FRIDAY COLLECTION FOR THE HOLY LAND – March 30

SUGGESTED BULLETIN/PULPIT ANNOUNCEMENTS

PARISH BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENT Pope Francis has asked our parish to support the Pontifical Good Friday Collection, which helps Christians in the Holy Land. Your support helps the church minister in parishes, provide Catholic schools and offer religious education. The Pontifical Good Friday Collection also helps to preserve the sacred shrines. The wars, unrest and instability have been especially hard on Christians. In these times of crisis, the Pontifical Good Friday Collection provides humanitarian aid to refugees. When you contribute to the Pontifical Good Friday Collection, you become an instrument of peace and join with Catholics around the world in solidarity with the Church in the Holy Land. PLEASE BE GENEROUS! For more information about Christians in the Holy Land, visit www.myfranciscan.org/good-friday. PULPIT ANNOUNCEMENT Pope Francis has asked our parish to support the Pontifical Good Friday Collection, which helps Christians in the Holy Land. Through the Pontifical Good Friday Collection, you stand in solidarity with the Church in the Holy Land as a witness of peace, supporting Catholics there in parishes and schools, maintaining Christian shrines and caring for refugees in the Holy Land. PLEASE BE GENEROUS!

Bulletin Announcement Bulletin Announcement Regarding Liturgical Practices during Cold/Flu Season Cold and Flu Season Reminders During the cold and flu season please remember the following helpful and healthy reminders while at Mass:

General Considerations: o Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or cough/sneeze into

your elbow. o Wash your hands with soap and water frequently. Alcohol based hand cleaners are also

effective. o Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.

Sign of Peace: o Do not be offended if someone chooses not to shake your hand at the sign of peace. If you

are ill (and present at Mass), the appropriate response to someone extending a sign of peace might be to bow to them and say, “Peace be with you,” to avoid contact while sick.

Reception of Holy Communion: o While it is the teaching of the Church that the fullness of the Body and Blood of Christ is

contained in the Holy Eucharist under the form of the host that is distributed at Mass, the Church has also extended the privilege to receive Holy Communion under the form of wine. However, if you are feeling ill, please consider receiving Holy Communion in the hand and refrain from receiving the Precious Blood until you are returned to good health.

Office of Pro‐Life, Marriage & Family Life Bulletin Announcements

Please include these announcements in your bulletin as often as you can, as appropriate.

Something to Remember during Lent: There is no sin, including abortion, that is greater than God’s forgiveness. There is Hope and Healing available. For CONFIDENTIAL help contact Project Rachel of N.E. Ohio at 888-259-4806 or [email protected] Healing Retreat for Women Women are invited to a day of healing on Saturday, April 28, 2018 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Saint Joan of Arc Parish Hall, 8894 State Route 14, Streetsboro. “And I will Heal Them,” is especially designed for women who experience unresolved sorrows of the past and who face challenging seasons of grief, anxiety and painful relationships. This retreat is sponsored by the Diocese of Youngstown’s Office of Pro-Life, Marriage and Family Life and will be facilitated by The Community of Jesus, the Living Mercy, a lay community founded with the Sisters of the Good Shepherd in the Diocese of Cleveland. The Community provides spiritual companionship and ministry to women who seek a healing encounter with Jesus Christ. To make reservations, please call Mary or Cheryl at 1.800.482.4100 or email at [email protected].

CRS Rice Bowl Bulletin Announcements Third Week of Lent Encounter Safiata In Burkina Faso, we encounter Fafiata, a mother, grandmother and farmer who relies on the money she makes from her crops to put her children through school how can our purchases this Lent support farmers and artisans? How can you support those, worldwide, who are forced to flee their homes to find safety or better opportunities? Visit crsricebowl.org for more. Fourth Week of Lent Encounter Andrise We encounter Andrise, a teacher in Haiti who knows the importance of forming young people who will give back to the community and their country. Reflect on the role teachers have played in brining you closer to God and your community. How can you support those, worldwide, who are forced to flee their homes to find safety or better opportunities? Visit crsricebowl.org for more. Fifth Week of Lent Encounter Alefa We encounter Alefa in Malawi, where seeds are helping her family survive an uncertain climate. How can you care for God’s creation this Lent? How can you support those, worldwide, who are forced to flee their homes to find safety or better opportunities? Visit crsricebowl.org for more. Palm Sunday Encounter Our Neighbors We encounter Jesus this week in Jerusalem, a community he knew well. We prayerfully enter our own communities too, encountering those who are hungry and thirsty, those who need our help. How does our Lenten journey motivate us to serve those we meet in our daily lives? Visit crsricebowl.org for more. Easter Sunday Encounter the Risen Christ We prayed, fasted and gave alms and now we celebrate Easter joy! Our Lenten journey with CRS Rice Bowl ends as we encounter our Risen Lord. We reflect on our brothers and sisters we have walked with, and we commit to bringing Easter joy to each person we meet in our daily lives. Don’t forget to turn in your CRS Rice Bowl an [Location] on [Date].* It may be helpful to include your community’s preferred method for turning in Lenten gifts. After-Easter Messaging Thank You We changed lives this Lent, thanks to YOU! Don’t forget to turn in your CRS Rice Bowl at [Location] on [Date]. *

CRS Rice Bowl Petitions Third Sunday of Lent For Safiata, who we encounter through CRS Rice Bowl, and all farmers near and far, that they find abundant harvests to feed their families, their communities and the world. We pray to the Lord… For those worldwide who are forced to flee their homes for safety or better opportunities. We pray to the Lord… Fourth Sunday of Lent For Andrise and her students in Haiti, who we encounter through CRS Rice Bowl, that what they learn together may be for the betterment of their community. We pray to the Lord… For those worldwide who are forced to flee their homes for safety or better opportunities. We pray to the Lord… Fifth Sunday of Lent For Alefa and her family in Malawi, who we encounter through CRS Rice Bowl, that the seeds she plants today may sprout hope and grow opportunity. We pray to the Lord… For those worldwide who are forced to flee their homes for safety or better opportunities. We pray to the Lord… Palm Sunday For those we encountered on our Lenten journey with CRS Rice Bowl, and all people around the world who struggle to provide enough food to meet their families’ daily needs. May we welcome the homeless, the lost and the wanderer, recognizing that Jesus himself lived without a permanent home. We pray to the Lord… Easter Sunday For those we encountered through CRS Rice Bowl, and all members of our one human family, that we may follow the example of the Good Samaritan this Easter season, to “go and do likewise,” encountering our brothers and sisters who need help on the road. And, that we may recognize in our lives this Easter Season those Good Samaritans who have helped us better ourselves. We pray to the Lord…

Offertory Prayer to End the Lenten Journey Use this offertory prayer at a CRS Rice Bowl closing ceremony or as part of the Mass. Encourage children and families to process forward with their CRS Rice Bowls, and place them in a basket or collection area in the sanctuary or other church location. God of Journey, You offered us the example of the Good Samaritan, who stops to heed the cries of a person in need. As we end our Lenten journey, may we continue to walk with our brothers and sisters around the world who are hungry, with those who must flee their homes because of war or lack of opportunity, and with all who need our comfort and compassion. We pray that these, our Lenten sacrifices, may be an offering of solidarity and a promise of ongoing encounter with our one human family. As good stewards of your many gifts, may we always remember to love our neighbors as ourselves. And wherever we feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty or welcome the stranger, may we remember that we are encountering the Risen Christ. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Is your parish, Catholic School or Catholic Agency remembered in wills, endowments or other estate plans? No ….

Is there something you can do to promote gifts from these sources? Yes ….

Through a Life & Estate Seminar! The Diocesan Office of Development & Stewardship will conduct a Life & Estate Seminar for you … Presenters: A diocesan priest or deacon

Leo J. Puhalla, JD Shareholder, Manchester, Newman & Bennett Parishioner, Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Austintown

Pat Palombo, CFRE

Director of Development & Stewardship Diocese of Youngstown Parishioner, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Basilica, Youngstown Topics covered include:

- End of life issues and questions - The importance of an effective Estate Plan - Avoiding probate and settlement costs - Pitfalls of Joint Tenancy - Ways to Leave A Legacy - Charitable Gift Annuities - Creative uses of Life Insurance - Perpetual giving through an endowment WHERE: The Seminar is held at your location. You host the Seminar. This one hour Power Point Seminar is similar to those offered in your area by Commercial Financial Planners with one exception … no sales pitch and nothing is sold! It is an “information only” seminar and it’s FREE! PICK UP THE PHONE! Call Pat Palombo at (330) 744-8451 ext. 325 to schedule a Seminar or email [email protected]. DO IT TODAY!

CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF ASHTABULA COUNTY

Below is information from Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County that can be inserted into your parish bulletins at any time during the month of March. Thank you for supporting the ministry of Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Youngstown.

“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to do it.” – Proverbs 3:27.

The 2018 Bishop’s Appeal for Catholic Charities and Church is underway! This important annual fund raising campaign unites Catholics throughout the six counties of our diocese in a spirit of compassion and charity to serve the needs of others. In 2017, Catholic Charities provided help and hope to 12,040 people in Ashtabula County. Your generosity and support for the Bishop’s Appeal helps to change lives. . . one family at a time. To make your gift to the 2018 Appeal online, visit www.doy.org.

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Last year, 81 people participated in “Opening Doors,” a program offered by Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County that educates parents about their role in their children’s development, and helps children become better-prepared for kindergarten. For more information about “Opening Doors” and other programs available through Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County, visit www.ccdoy.org.

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Did you know that Catholic Charities is on social media? Learn about the latest news and events by “liking” us on Facebook (Catholic Charities Diocese of Youngstown), and following us on Twitter (@ccdoy), Instagram (ccdoy), and Pinterest (Catholic Charities Diocese of Youngstown).

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During Holy Week, the mystery of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection is laid out before us. As we slow down and focus on how Jesus upended everything the world considers true, important and successful, we are called to witness the power that flows from completely letting go of everything that is “ours” in order to receive everything that is God’s. Show your gratitude for the many blessings you have received by making a gift to the 2018 Bishop’s Appeal. Your support for this important annual campaign helps Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County continue the ministry of Jesus right here in our community. For more information on the Bishop’s Appeal, visit www.doy.org.

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As we celebrate the joy of Easter, let us not forget those who are poor, vulnerable and without hope. Each day, thousands of people struggle with depression, unemployment, substance abuse, isolation, and general anxiety about living in the world today. Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County blends material assistance to satisfy physical needs with compassion and support to instill a sense of hope among those broken in spirit. For more information about the programs offered by Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County, visit www.ccdoy.org.

CATHOLICCHARITIESREGIONALAGENCY

ServingColumbiana,MahoningandTrumbullCounties

Below is information from Catholic Charities Regional Agency that can be inserted into your parish bulletins at any time during the month of March. Thank you for supporting the ministry of Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Youngstown.

“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to do it.” – Proverbs 3:27.

The 2018 Bishop’s Appeal for Catholic Charities and Church is underway! This important annual fund raising campaign unites Catholics throughout the six counties of our diocese in a spirit of compassion and charity to serve the needs of others. In 2017, Catholic Charities Regional Agency provided help and hope to thousands of people in Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull Counties. Your generosity and support for the Bishop’s Appeal helps to change lives. . . one family at a time. To make your gift to the 2018 Appeal online, visit www.doy.org.

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Catholic Charities Regional Agency, serving Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull Counties, is concerned about improving clients’ self-sufficiency through financial education, budgeting, and increasing resources to help lift people out of poverty. For more information about all of the services available through Catholic Charities Regional Agency, visit www.ccdoy.org.

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During Holy Week, the mystery of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection is laid out before us. As we slow down and focus on how Jesus upended everything the world considers true, important and successful, we are called to witness the power that flows from completely letting go of everything that is “ours” in order to receive everything that is God’s. Show your gratitude for the many blessings you have received by making a gift to the 2018 Bishop’s Appeal. Your support for this important annual campaign helps Catholic Charities Regional Agency, serving Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull Counties continue the ministry of Jesus right here in our community. For more information on the Bishop’s Appeal, visit www.doy.org.

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As we celebrate the joy of Easter, let us not forget those who are poor, vulnerable and without hope. Each day, thousands of people struggle with depression, unemployment, substance abuse, isolation, and general anxiety about living in the world today. Catholic Charities of Regional Agency, serving Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull Counties, blends material assistance to satisfy physical needs with compassion and support to instill a sense of hope among those broken in spirit. For more information about the programs offered by Catholic Charities Regional Agency, visit www.ccdoy.org.

CATHOLICCHARITIESSERVINGPORTAGE&STARKCOUNTIES

Below is information from Catholic Charities Serving Portage and Stark Counties that can be inserted into your parish bulletins at any time during the month of March. Thank you for supporting the ministry of Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Youngstown. “Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to do it.” – Proverbs 3:27.

The 2018 Bishop’s Appeal for Catholic Charities and Church is underway! This important annual fund raising campaign unites Catholics throughout the six counties of our diocese in a spirit of compassion and charity to serve the needs of others. In 2017, Catholic Charities provided help and hope to over 11,000 of people in Portage and Stark Counties. Your generosity and support for the Bishop’s Appeal helps to change lives. . . one family at a time. To make your gift to the 2018 Appeal online, visit www.doy.org.

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Catholic Charities Serving Portage and Stark Counties offers a “Women’s Professional Clothing Closet” at its Canton Office to help low-income women dress for success on job interviews and in the workforce.

Please consider donating your professional attire when you are cleaning out your closet this spring. Donations can be dropped off at Catholic Charities’ Canton Office, 800 Market Avenue North, Suite 1150, in the McKinley Center Building (calling ahead is strongly encouraged, 330-491-0896).

(Note: Portage County-specific reference will be offered next month)

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During Holy Week, the mystery of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection is laid out before us. As we slow down and focus on how Jesus upended everything the world considers true, important and successful, we are called to witness the power that flows from completely letting go of everything that is “ours” in order to receive everything that is God’s. Show your gratitude for the many blessings you have received by making a gift to the 2018 Bishop’s Appeal. Your support for this important annual campaign helps Catholic Charities Serving Portage and Stark Counties continue the ministry of Jesus right here in our community. For more information on the Bishop’s Appeal, visit www.doy.org.

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As we celebrate the joy of Easter, let us not forget those who are poor, vulnerable and without hope. Each day, thousands of people struggle with depression, unemployment, substance abuse, isolation, and general anxiety about living in the world today. Catholic Charities Serving Portage and Stark Counties, blends material assistance to satisfy physical needs with compassion and support to instill a sense of hope among those broken in spirit. For more information about the programs offered by Catholic Charities, visit www.ccdoy.org.

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11TH ANN UAL PORTAGE COUNTY CATHOLIC CHARITIES

MEN W HO COOK

Hope Grows---..

SAVE THE DATE:

SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 2018

DOORS OPEN AT 6 PM –TASTING FROM 6:30-9:00 PM TICKETS: $40 PER PERSON

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH HALL

251 W. SPRUCE ST., RAVENNA, OH 44266

This evening of good food, raffles, and entertainment supports Catholic

Charities' Portage County Emergency Assistance and Fi rst Step for Family

Support programming.

For more information on attending the event, sponsoring, participating as a chef, joining the volu n teer committee, or for any other questions, please contact the Catholic Charities office at 330- 297-7745 or judi.wise@catholicchari tiesps.org.

CRS Rice Bowl Grant Application

Diocese of Youngstown Criteria and Guidelines

2018 Background CRS Rice Bowl is the official Lenten program of Catholic Relief Services, the official overseas international relief and development agency of the United States Bishops. It was created in 1975 with the goal of entering into solidarity with our brothers and sisters overseas through prayer, fasting, learning, and giving. This Lenten program is conducted in Catholic parishes and schools throughout the Diocese of Youngstown. Seventy‐five percent of the funds raised are sent to CRS for international development projects; twenty‐five percent of CRS Rice Bowl funds local programs and initiatives that support hunger and poverty programs. Criteria and Guidelines

1. The project requesting funds must be operated within the geographical boundaries of the Diocese of

Youngstown.

2. Projects must be consistent with Catholic moral and social teaching and with 501C 3 rules/

3. The project requesting funds provides direct services or education to alleviate poverty and hunger in the

Diocese of Youngstown.

4. Grants are made on an annual basis.

5. Organizations which receive a CRS Rice Bowl grant in 2018 must submit a year‐end report by December

15, 2018 explaining the use of the grant.

6. For applications made by a Catholic parish or school, the appropriate parish/school staff person’s signature

is required on the application form indicating her/his approval of the grant application.

For questions about the application or grant process, please contact the Office for Social Action at 330/744‐8451 or by email at [email protected]. Projects NOT Meeting CRS Rice Bowl Diocesan Criteria:

Projects that request funding for staff positions.

Projects that support partisan political activity.

Projects that focus on education that is not related to hunger or nutrition.

Projects that focus on international poverty and hunger.

Projects that provide indirect services.

Organizations that are for‐profit.

Organizations controlled by government bodies.

Debts already incurred by applicants.

Organizations that would use CRS Rice Bowl funds to direct them to another organization.

CRS Rice Bowl Grant Application for 2018 Please fill our all of the entries below and indicate where not applicable. Incomplete applications will be ineligible

for funding Complete applications (including required attachments) must be submitted by May 1, 2018

Grants will be awarded by June 1, 2018 Please print or type

1) Organization Name _______________________________________________________________

Address _______________________________ City/State __________________ Zip __________

County ___________________ Phone _________________ Fax ___________________________

Contact Person __________________________________ Title ____________________________

Email address ____________________________________________________________________

If Applicable: Parish/School Affiliation ________________________________________________

Pastor/Principal ___________________________________________________________________

2) Does your parish/school participate in CRS Rice Bowl? Yes ____ No ____

3) Name of the project to be funded: _____________________________________________________

4) Amount Requested $ ______________. Is the organization tax exempt, nonprofit? Yes ___ No ____

5) Has this project previously received CRS Rice Bowl funding? Yes ___ No ___ If yes, please list the previous years

and amounts __________________________________________________________

6) What is the project primary funding area? _______________________________________________

7) Description of the project (around 350 words): What is the purpose of the project? Who and how many people

benefit from the project? How long has the project been in operation and what are its major accomplishments?

8) Low‐income persons’ participation (around 100 words): Do persons who are low‐income participate in the

decision making of the project? If yes, please explain.

9) Parish and community involvement (around 350 words): Do members of the parish (or nearby Catholic

congregations) participate in the project? Does the project provide opportunities for service, advocacy,

learning, communal prayer/reflection, fellowship, etc. among parishioners and/or community members?

10) 2018‐2019 Program development goals (around 350 words): Outline the goal(s) to be achieved during the CRS

Rice bowl grant period. Explain long‐term goal(s) and then list quarterly steps to achieve goal(s). How will these

goals expand or improve the project?

11) Financial overview of the project (around 200 words): What is the total cost of the project and what sources of

funding does the project have this year (list sources and amounts if possible)? How would a CRS Rice Bowl grant

benefit the project this year?

12) Attachments: Please submit the following attachments:

501C 3 Determination letter from IRS (or proof of filing form 1023)‐ if available

Budget

Leadership/board members profiles

Any brochures, articles, and annual reports of the project if available

Several (at least 5) high‐resolution photos of the project

Representative of Project’s signature _______________________________________ Date __________ Print Name _____________________________________ Title ________________________________

Please mail form to: Catholic Diocese of Youngstown Department of Catholic Charities

Adrienne Curry, Social Action Director 144 W. Wood Street

Youngstown, OH 44503 [email protected]

St. Patrick Church, Hubbard Eucharist Adoration Schedule Through April

2018 Adoration starts after 8:30 A.M. Mass and Closes at 7:00 P.M.

with Benediction Date End Time Jan. 3rd 7:00 P.M. Feb. 7th 7:00 P.M. Feb. 21st 7:00 P.M. Feb. 28th 7:00 P.M March 7th 7:00 P.M.

March 14th 7:00 P.M. March 21st 7:00 P.M. March 28th 7:00 P.M. April 4th 7:00 P.M.

Guardians of the Blessed Sacrament are needed, please contact the Parish office if you are willing and able to help.

The Gift of Lent 2018 Resources for Discussion and Reflection Cycle B

Weeks One Through Four Prepared by the Lutheran-Catholic Covenant Commission of the

Northeastern Ohio Lutheran Synod of the ELCS & Roman Catholic Diocese of Youngstown

WEEK ONE Genesis 9:8-15 1Peter 3:18-22 Mark 1:12-15

Both Noah and Jesus have one thing in common. They listen and obey. Noah, in spite of ridicule and absurdity, built the ark and saved life as God asked of him. Jesus, following his baptism, is asked to go into the desert. Jesus listens to this call and obeys. God the Father vindicates both Jesus and Noah and they come through their experience untouched, but not unchanged.

In your life, what was a time in spite of pain, confusion, or absurdity you listened and obeyed the call of God and, like Jesus, “angels came and ministered” to you?

What a gift Lent is. Forty days in the desert to sit back and put ourselves in the position of Jesus. We go into the desert to pray, to trust, to encounter our deepest self and our God. The Church offers us traditional and new practices of prayer, worship, ashes, conversion, confession, and calls us to remember. We are invited to journey with Jesus, identify reality in a new way, examine our lives, and accept God’s grace to resist temptation.

In past Lents how have I used these gifts? Right now, this Lent, what do I think would be most helpful?

WEEK TWO Genesis 22:1-2, 9, 10-13, 15-18 Romans 8:31-34 Mark 9:2-10

In the story we usually focus on Abraham. For a moment let us focus on the action of God after Abraham’s obedience. Scripture says God promises, “I will bless you abundantly and make your descendants as countless as the stars of the sky and the sands of the seashore; your descendants shall take possession of the gates of their enemies, and in your descendants all the nations of the earth shall find blessing…” Abraham is given a role to play in salvation history, and will be remembered throughout history as a blessing. Three world religions have their roots in him. All this because of love and obedience.

Abraham, in obedience, is asked to sacrifice his son, his only son. What is the part of your life, “your child” (the part of yourself that you are attached to),

God is asking you to “put a knife through”? This is the second week of Lent. Take a moment now to reflect on your Lenten prayer and practices so far.

What has your Lenten experience been like? What would be helpful to you in the form of recommitment?

What temptations have you been facing to give up your Lenten journey?

The Gift of Lent 2018

Resources for Discussion and Reflection Cycle B (continued)

WEEK THREE

Exodus 20:1-17 1 Corinthians 1:22-25 John 2:13-25 Jesus in today’s gospel expresses himself in opposition to a sinful practice occurring in his time. He was not a man who stood by and let evil go unchallenged. Notice that he used forceful measures but not violence to speak the truth. Jesus presents, in his example, a call to us to risk speaking the truth even when to do so is uncomfortable and costs us something. This is an example of appropriate anger.

How well do I deal with anger situations? If I am timid and have been unable to speak out, what might help me?

Can you think of an example where you were able to speak the truth in love and stayed in right relationship with the person you addressed?

Anger is a powerful emotion. Sometimes we express anger to silence or control another to get what we want. Sometimes our challenge of another is not done with respect.

In my life how do I express my anger? Does it resemble Jesus’ model?

How can this time of Lent help me?

WEEK FOUR 2 Chronicles 36:14-16, 19-23 Ephesians 2:4-10 John 3:14-21

Today’s reading speaks about Jesus being lifted up to save the world. Jesus did not come into the world to condemn but to save. He came ultimately to save us for eternal life but also to save people from destructiveness, distortion, and mediocrity in their lives. He longs to bring every human activity to fulfillment, to make the ordinary sacred. Life with Jesus brings a new light, a new perspective to everything.

Name one ordinary aspect of your life (work or home) that is elevated to a higher level by seeing it through the light of Jesus.

The Church often take stands that challenge the accepted practices of the world. Focus on one moral teaching of the Church that you might find difficult to accept or follow. Examine this teaching in the light of the value it seeks to defend. Three situations that the world accepts as permissible are: pragmatic war, abortion, and racial or sexual discrimination. Choose one of these issues for reflection.

Why does the Church speak out against the world’s thinking? What the value the Church seeks to respect?

When you view this issue through the light of Jesus, what needs to change in your life?

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