Readings for the Week of May 12, 2008
Monday Jas 1:1-11; Ps 119; Mk 8:11-13
Tuesday Jas 1:12-18; Ps 94; Mk 8:14-21
Wednesday Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; Ps 113; Jn 15:9-17
Thursday Jas 2:1-9; Ps 34; Mk 8:27-33
Friday Jas 2:14-24, 26; Ps 112; Mk 8:34—9:1
Saturday Jas 3:1-10; Ps 12; Mk 9:2-13
Sunday Ex 34:4b-6, 8-9; Dn 3:52, 53, 54, 55, 56; 2 Cor 13:11-13; Jn 3:16-18
The Spirit and Mothers!
I came across a beautiful image. As the water comes down and goes into the earth, it comes back in flowers, trees, grass, bushes, wheat, corn, tomatoes, etc. In the same way the Holy Spirit enters into us and he produces prophets, preachers, husbands, wives, children, administrators, teachers, laborers, etc. It is the same Spirit that brings forth the various vocations.
So today, let’s dwell on the gift of the Holy Spirit called Mothers. What does the Spirit of God reveal to us in our mothers?
- For giving us life with all the pain and suffering, we want to thank you.
- For loving us even when we were not at our most lovable: screaming, filling diapers, cranky, not sleeping, we want to thank you.
- For loving our fathers and encouraging them to become better fathers, we want to thank you.
- For being there when we were sick, tired, lonely, out of sorts, hurt, humiliated, defeated, we want to thank you.
- For providing the hundreds and thousands of meals, snacks, groceries, cookies, candy, deserts, we want to thank you.
- For being taxi-driver, ball game cheerer, loss consoler and victory celebrator, we want to thank you.
- For being so proud of us in our various endeavors, from learning to read, to various graduations and awards, we want to thank you.
- For letting us be there for you when you were suffering and ill, when you were dying, we want to thank you.
- For leaving us with many memories, advice, warnings, encouragement, we want to thank you.
- For being there, moms, we want to thank you.
Let the Spirit continue to grow wonderful moms and dads so that we, as children, can grow to be like them.
Thank you God, the Spirit, for always being with us.
In praise of the Spirit, the gift of Jesus from the Father.
Fr. Nick
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS:
With the last Rel. Ed. class this past Wed., two of our catechists are “retiring” – Sue Bodart after 13 years and Gary Holman after 10 years. We thank each of them for their time, their dedication, the inspiration of being willing to share their faith with our young people, week after week. God is not outdone in generosity, so we ask Him to bless each of them abundantly! We also thank Cassie Holman who took time from her busy schedule as a student these past two years to teach our fifth graders! Blessings to you, Cassie, as you continue your college studies!
Schools Advisory Commission elections will be held during Masses next weekend (May 17-18). There are five qualified candidates running for the open positions on SAC this year. They are Joe Emerine, Angie Frankart, Joe Fretz, John Petrlich, and Jackie Schiefer. Candidate pictures and biographies are posted in the church lobby. Please take a moment to review the information and participate in the election. The St. Wendelin Schools Advisory Commission is a consultative body concerned with the educational mission of the school system and its students. Members offer counsel to the building principals and pastor, and assist in areas such as formulation of policy, future planning and assuring a positive educational vision.
Visit the Memorial to the Unborn on Sunday, May 18, 2008, after the 11:00 a.m. MASS. There will be a procession leaving St. Wendelin Church on Wood St. at 12:15 PM headed for the St. Wendelin Cemetery. We will pray the rosary lead by Deacon Kishore. The Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Color Guard and the Fostoria Teens for Life will march along with anyone interested in supporting LIFE. Upon arrival at the Memorial to the Unborn, there will be a short service and a planting of flowers and placing of flowers brought by anybody who brings potted flowers. Conine’s Market has some 10” pots for $10.00 if you would like to donate. If you choose not to walk, please meet at the Memorial in the Cemetery at about 12:15 PM or so . Bring your rosary or ask for one at Church. The planting of flowers will simulate new life.
JR/HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
NOTES FROM THE PRINCIPAL
►Lots going on this upcoming week! We wish the seniors good luck on their exams and on their SCOPE projects. Prom went very well and everyone looked spectacular! Thank you to all who helped with this event.
WHAT’S GOING ON …
►Monday, May 12
EARLY DISMISSAL @ 1:30 pm, Teachers Meeting
►Tuesday, May 13
Senior Exams
► Wednesday, May 14
Senior Exams and Bloodmobile in the north gym @ 11:00 am-5:00 pm
►Thursday, May 15
SCOPE project begins
Mass (grades 7-11) @ 10:25 am in the south gym
►Sunday, May 18
High School Pop’s Concert @ 3:30 pm in the south gym
Get the most up to date sports schedule information at www.highschoolsports.net
ST. WENDELIN SCHOOLS OFFER OPEN REGISTRATION
►Don’t let tuition or transportation be a reason not to send your child to St. Wendelin Schools. We can offer assistance for both. St. Wendelin is a good choice for your son’s or daughter’s school experience, and offers a faith-based education in a safe, nurturing environment.
To register, or have your student “Shadow For A Day”, call Angela Joseph (High School/Jr. High Principal) at 419-435-
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWS
Registrations for 2008-2009 are PAST Due!
Please send in all registration paperwork. This information helps us in our planning for the 2008-2009 school year. If you need a registration form, please contact our office. Register today! If you need any assistance, we will be happy to help you in completing all the forms. Thanks for your prompt attention on this matter of great importance. If you are not planning to attend St. Wendelin next school year, please contact our office to complete the necessary paperwork.
KINDERGARTEN SCREENING MAKE-UP DAY
We will be holding another Kindergarten Screening session on May 14th for those who were unable to attend in March. If you know of anyone interested in St. Wendelin Kindergarten, please have them call our office to register for our May Screening.
Two Elementary Teachers Retire in June, 2008
St. Wendelin Schools would like to honor two wonderful ladies who have given a total of more than 50 years of dedicated ministry to St. Wendelin Schools. Mrs. Margaret Hastings and Mrs. Marian Binder have been great assets to our school community. For their years of service, commitment and dedication, we are thankful. As these women look to begin their retirement in June, 2008, we will recognize them in a special way on May 12. If you would like to help us in recognizing Mrs. Hastings and Mrs. Binder, please contact Cathy Krupp at the elementary office for
information.
FESTIVAL LUNCH STAND WORKERS NEEDED!!!!
If interested in serving at the Lunch Stand located on the mezzanine in the gym for Friday from 8:00—11:30 PM . Please call Sharon Cool at 435-6692. You would need 2—3 people to help you.
RAFFLE BOOTH
Anyone interested in donating unique items for the Raffle Booth, please bring items to the Parish Office. We will also be offering in this raffle, 4 tickets to the Cleveland Indians-Cincinnati Reds game in Cleveland on June 27th!
ALL PARENTS OF STUDENTS ATTENDING
ST. WENDELIN SCHOOLS
You are requested to work at the Festival for a 3-hour shift. For each 3-hour shift worked beyond the first, the parent’s name will be entered in a drawing for $100 towards tuition. Proof of Work sheets will be at the Information Booth at the Festival for pick-up. It must be verified with the Chairman of the booth that you are working in and handed back in to the Information Booth.
EARLY SELLERS’ DRAWING 1ST drawing will be TOMORROW, May 12th for $150.00 so hurry and get your tickets returned. They can be turned into the Parish Office or place them in the collection basket at church.
Bumper stickers and yard signs are available after Masses this weekend in the Parish Hall.
VOLUNTEERS TO SELL TICKETS AT AREA EVENTS-
If you would like to volunteer for this service, call the Parish Office at 435-6692. This would involve visiting other neighboring churches to sell after their Masses.
We need shift workers for the following booths: Big 6 Wheel, Fruit Bandit Wheel, 50/50 sellers (inside the Beer Garden only!). Please call the office if you can work in any of these areas.
If you would like to work B-I-N-G-O, please contact Harry Peters at 435-3824.
The next Festival Booth Chairmen meeting is Tuesday, May 13th at 6:30 PM in the Notre Dame Room in the PLC.
CAKE AND BROWNIE MIXES– will be available for pick-up starting May 27th in the Parish Hall. Frosting will also be provided.
CALLING ALL GOLFERS-
Registrations are due May 26th!!!
Team registration forms were mailed and they are also available in the Parish Office. Invite 3 friends for a great morning of golf and bratwurst lunch to follow. Prizes will be awarded. Cost is $50 per person or $200 per team. If you have questions, please call Dave Lang or Sharon Cool at 435-6692.
2008 FESTIVAL GOLF CLASSIC – We are in desperate need of someone to oversee this tournament. This is the 12th year for this event which was started by the late Jim Youngston and friends, Doc Schroeter, Dick Seiler, Tom Hagenmaier and Bobby Holderman. We want this tradition to continue and grow as it has in the last few years. Reineke Family Ford is gracious in sponsoring this event. Please call Dave Lang or Sharon Cool at the Parish Office at 435-6692 if you would be interested. It would be ideal for a golfing foursome to step up and take this project on. The office has all of the paperwork complete, we just need help running it that day.
