(St. Augustine Church, Barberton, OH)(April 6, 2014)

(Insert Graphic 2120-0013.tif) Fifth Sunday of LentIn today’s gospel, Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead. When Lazarus came out of the tomb, Jesus instructed his family and friends to untie the bandages that bound him. God still depends on us to free others so they might live. Who in your family is tied up by pride or entombed by grief or resentment? Hear Jesus’ call to “unbind him,” with care and compassion.

322 Holy Hours were kept with Our Lord in Eucharistic Adoration last week. When Jesus said, "I am with you always"(Mt 28:20), He meant it! Please remember that when you look at the monstrance on the altar, this is so much more than consecrated bread, this is the real presence

of Jesus, body and soul. Keep in mind that you can stop and just spend five or ten minutes with Our Lord. Time with Jesus is never wasted. Should you have any questions, please call Judy Soltis at 330-212-0926.(Insert Graphic 2404-0082.tif) Coffee and Donuts will be served in the school cafeteria following the 10:30 Mass today. Stop over to visit with fellow parishioners before heading out for your busy week.

(Insert Graphic1800-0005.tif) Young at Heart Seniors will have a covered dish luncheon on Monday, April 7, 1PM at Prince of Peace. Please bring any covered dish to share, and a small inexpensive wrapped gift to share in a fun game. A meat dish will be provided.

Culture of Life: Date to RememberSaturday, April 12 –St. Augustine Witness Day – is from 9am-5pm at the Abortion Clinic, 692 E. Market St., Akron. Remember “All that is necessary for evil to triumph is that good men do nothing” (Edmund Burke) and if you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all.” (Isaiah 7:9) Anyone interested in participating on April, or establishing a First Friday Hour following the noon Mass, please contact Lynn Willig at 330-472-9452. Sign-up sheets for April 12 will be at the Life Table in the back of the church.

THE THREE DAYS – the Triduum – are almost upon us. Please join the universal Church as people around the world commemorate the establishment of the Lord’s Supper (the

Eucharist) on Holy Thursday, the passion of Jesus Christ (Good Friday), and the resurrection of our Lord and Savior (the Easter Vigil and other Easter masses). The

Triduum makes up the most sacred time in the year of a Catholic Christian. Please come! You will be blessed!

LADIES OF THE PARISH:  If you would like to read a Station from Mary's Way of the Cross which is held on Good Friday (April 18) at 7:00 pm, please call the Rectory (330-745-0011).  Thank you.All parishioners are invited to the EASTER PARTY following the Easter Vigil on April 19.

This is also a time to welcome our new Catholics, who will have just received the sacraments of initiation. Please make a few moments to celebrate with them! If you would like to volunteer to help with setup, cleanup, or provide something for

refreshments, please call Kim Petroff at 330-730-7062.

The next Women of Faith meeting will be April 22 at 6:30 pm in the school cafeteria. In the spirit of Easter celebration it will be WOF salad supper and “card” party. Please bring a salad or dessert to share, as well as a deck of cards or game. Call Karen with questions (330-745-0011 x 18). (No time to prepare anything? That’s fine; come anyway!)

SACRED HEART OF JESUS WOMEN’S RETREAT – April 25-26 in Wadsworth. Join us for a blessed weekend of inspiration and prayer on the theme of “Womanhood: A Vocation to Mercy in the Light of Pope John Paul II and Pope Francis” with Fr. Nathan Cromly as we prepare to celebrate the canonization of St. John Paul II on Divine Mercy Sunday. Fr. Nathan is a joyful young monk, much sought as a speaker and retreat director across the nation. For more information and to register, click the retreat photo in the slideshow at SHofJesus.com.

(Insert Graphic 1105-0020.tif) Join members of Immaculate Conception Church for the “Life in the Spirit” Seminar, April 26, 1-10 pm & April 27, 6:30-10 pm. in Mary Hitch Hall at Immaculate Conception.    Featured speakers: will be; Fr. David Bline, Fr. Pete Colletti, Fr. Michael B. Smith & Seminarian Bobby McWilliams. Enjoy Music, Mass, a Healing Service, & Dinner Saturday evening. The cost is only $10/person or $15/per couple.  Space is limited.  Call Grace at 330-753-8429 for information and reservations.

APRIL 30 ST. AUGUSTINE EASTER BUS TRIP to the Canton area: The final itinerary is as follows: Bus arrives at Magic City Shopping Plaza at 8:30 am; departs at 8:45. First stop will be at the Basilica of St. John the Baptist where Mass will be celebrated

at 9:30 am. We will also visit St. Mary Church/Shrine of St. Dymphna, the Rhoda Wise home (visit RhodaWise.com for info) and St. Raphael Center/Bookstore. Lunch will be Dutch treat at Tim’s Tavern (well-known for their fish, among other things). The cost includes morning snack, bus and driver tip, and donations to the three places visited. The cost for this trip is $28.00. Reservations are due by April 25 (only 41 seats are available). Please call 330-745-0011 to reserve your spot.

(Insert Graphic 1102-0004.tif) Immaculate Conception Church in Kenmore is offering an Anointing of the Sick Mass on Wednesday, April 30 at 5:30pm. Anyone in need of physical, emotional and spiritual healing is invited to attend. If you know someone in need of this healing sacrament, please feel free to invite them to this special Mass.

Join us as we journey together through “Catholicism” Thursday, May 1. It will continue with “The Fire of His Love – Prayer & the Life of the Spirit”. Registration forms can be found on the bookrack in the back of the church, sessions will be held at Immaculate Conception Church, Kenmore in Waldesien Hall from 6:30-9:00pm. Enjoy a meal at 6:00pm followed by the session. All are welcome to attend.

Cards Anyone? Join us Friday, May 2 as we play Euchre. Cards begin at 6:30pm in the school cafeteria. Beginners and experienced players are welcome to try a hand. Come and enjoy an evening of fellowship and fun! Save the date – Celebrate Women Breakfast, Saturday, May 10, 2014 from 9-11:00am. Guest speaker will be Victoria Gutbrod, Emerge Ministries,

speaking on issues pertinent to women. This event is presented by Women of Faith, further details forthcoming.

(Insert Graphic 2000-0069.tif) Please pray for our Sick especially: Patrick Blasdel, Karl Bartel, Jacob Hurley, John Baylock, Jim Santilli Sr., Amy Brickels, Frances Trenta, Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, Judy Kriston, Camilla Pieffer, the family of Joshua Weigand, Betty Biagetti, Arthur Gorman, Bob Luxeder, Donald Ruegg, Joseph Benear, Trevor Homsher, Helen Deibel, Ed Leiberth, Keith Morlan, Emma Young, Leonard Hamilton, Betty Bartel, Jack Weigand, Mary Jane Somerick, Lisa Gnap, Irene Lyle, Debbie Taylor, Albert Roth, Bill Lohan, Ben Sauer, Sherrie Owens, Bernard & Helen Pramik, Jenny Moslowski & Mary Ann Drobnak

Mark your calendars for ‘WOW!” Workshop of Wonders: Imagine and Build with God! This year’s Vacation Bible School will be held at St. Augustine School from June 16-20 beginning at 9:00 until 12:00. This exciting week will be filled with building, imagining, and growing in knowledge and love for God and to build the Kingdom of God! VBS is offered to children ages three years to the completion of sixth grade. Babysitting is provided for families that are volunteering. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer, students looking for service hours,

this is your chance, please contact Renee Barker at 330-745-1080. Registration forms will be in the bulletin on Palm Sunday.

(Insert Graphic 1300-0021.tif)Stewardship

Time, Talent & Treasure

March 23 March 30Sunday’s Offering $ 7,867 $ 6,703Faith Direct Offering $ 2,319 $ 2,319 Total Offering $ 10,186 $ 9,022

Weekly Budget to meet Operating Cost $ 10,400 $ 10,400(Shortfall) Overage $ (214) $ (1,378)

School Support $ 2 $ 315 St. Vincent de Paul $ 965 $ 83 SVDP – Almsgiving Project $ 75 $ 970Catholic Relief Services $ --- $ 632Easter Flowers $ 192 $ 674Black & Indian Missions $ 2 $ ---Funeral luncheon containers are again stacking up in the rectory. Please stop by on your next visit to pick up your dishes. Thank you!

(Insert Graphic 1103-0041.tif) For those preparing to have a child baptized in the near future, one requirement is that the parents attend a Pre-Baptism Class. The next class will be held on Tuesday, April 29 at 7:00pm at Immaculate Conception Church, Akron. Please contact 330-753-8429 for additional information.

Information for the Easter bulletin must be submitted to the Parish Office by Thursday, April 10 at 10:00am. Anything received after that will not make it into the bulletin until the following week. Thank

you for your cooperation. (Insert Graphic 2120-0033.tif) April 7 – 13Monday, April 7 – Lenten Weekday

11:00 Confessions12:05 Thomas Morris6:00 Confessions

Tuesday, April 8 – Lenten Weekday8:30 School Mass5:15 George Kozarevic6:15 Confessions

Wednesday, April 9 – Lenten Weekday12:05 Jim Carey

Thursday, April 10 – Lenten Weekday12:05 Margaret Gardner

Friday, April 11 – Lenten Weekday11:00 Confessions12:05 Special Intentions of Jeff & Bianca Gardner1:15 Passion Mime7:00 Passion Mime

Saturday, April 12 – Lenten Weekday8:30 George Jundzilo3:00 Confessions4:00 Charles A. Phillips

Sunday, April 13 – Palm Sunday – The Passion of the Lord8:00 Bette Furcsik Milich10:30 The People of St. Augustine Church5:15 Michael Jerin Sr.

Readings for the Week of April 7 Monday Dn 13:1-9,15-17,19-30, 33-62, Ps 23:1-3,3-4,5,6, Jn 8:1-11Tuesday Nm 21:4-9, Ps 102:2-3,16-18,19-21, Jn 8:21-30WednesdayDn 3:14-20,91-92,95, Dn 3:52,53,54,55,56, Jn 8:31-42Thursday Gn 17:3-9, Ps 105:4-5,6-7,8-9, Jn 8:51-59Friday Jer 20:10-13, Ps 18:2-3,3-4,5-6,7, Jn 10:31-42Saturday Ez 37:21-28, Jer 31:10,11-12,13, Jn 11:45-56Sunday Mt 21:1-11 (Procession) Is 50:4-7, Ps 22:8-9,17-18,19-20,23-24, Phil 2:6-11, Mt 26:14-27:66

It is already the Fifth Sunday of Lent and the St. Vincent de Paul Society thermometer is filling up. Currently donations total $970. Please keep in mind that 100% of your donation goes directly to SVDP to help the people of Barberton. There are many ways you can donate; use the almsgiving banks distributed the first week of Lent, the SVDP envelope in your

packets (please remember to put almsgiving on the envelope to be properly credited), envelopes have been provided in the pews, and donations can be made via Faith Direct. Please help us make a difference again this year as we try to reach

our goal of $7,500. Additional banks can be found on the bookrack; and will be collected on Palm Sunday. Please consider making a donation to this worthy cause.

Reminder: Good Friday is a day of fast and abstinence, no meat and no eating between meals.