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St. Leo the Great November 2019 Newsletter

Getting to Know Our Patron . . .

Saint Leo the Great, also Astonished to see the terrible Ala, the "Scourge of God," known as Saint Leo fresh from the sack of , Milan, Pavia, with the rich prize of I, was born into a Roman within his grasp, turn his great host back to the Danube at aristocrac family. His the Saint's word, his chiefs asked him why he had acted so response to the call of strangely. He answered that he saw two venerable personages, the Lord transformed supposed to be Sts. Peter and Paul, standing behind Leo, and him into one of the impressed by this vision he withdrew. In 455, a Chrisan historian greatest of named Prosper wrote of the encounter “…for when the king had Chrisan history. In fact, received the embassy, he was so impressed by the presence of the he was the first pope to high priest that he ordered his army to give up warfare and, aer be given the tle "the he had promised peace, he departed beyond the Danube.

Great." Details Inially the people of Rome rejoiced and praised God, but pertaining to Leo's place about six months later they began to come up with an alternave of birth are not known, explanaon about why the barbarians had been turned away. They but it is believed his claimed that it was the old pagan gods that had come to their aid. ancestors come from . In response Leo gathered the people of Rome together and began By 431 he had become very well‐known of the to preach to them. He told them that the reason why they were serving the church under the ponficate of Pope Celesne I. Leo spared the barbarian invasion was not because of horoscopes or was widely respected for his love for the Lord, intelligence and the pagan gods but that” the one true God loves you and cares for persuasive nature. He was also gied in bringing reconciliaon you.” between dispung groups of Chrisans. Only three years later, Leo had another invader knocking on That is why he was oen sent out to sele disputes, both the door of the holy city. This me, the Vandal, Genseric, came secular and theological. The current pope died while Leo was upon the nearly defenseless walls of Rome. Unfortunately, Leo was vising Gaul at the request of Emperor Valennian III. His task was not as successful this me in persuading the invaders. They did not to bring peace between one of Gaul's chief military commanders kill and slaughter as they had done in other places, but aer 15 and the chief magistrate. Leo was then unanimously elected as the days, they took many treasures and capves back to Africa with next pope to succeed Pope Sixtus III in 440. His swi elecon them. reflected the respect he had garnered among the people from his Immediately, Pope Leo set out to repair the damages and evils service to the Lord and the affecon the faithful had this pastoral the had done, he sent priests with alms to minister to and wise servant of the Lord. those who were taken to Africa and , he replenished, as much as Pope Leo was deeply dedicated to his service as pope. He saw he could, the sacred vessels and art that was stolen by the invaders himself as privileged to sit in the Chair of St Peter, as the servant of Pope St Leo focused heavily on the pastoral care of his people. the servants of God. He worked diligently as "Peter's successor." He inspired and helped to foster charitable work in areas of Rome Over me, Leo became known as one of the best administrave affected heavily by famine, refugees and poverty. To him, being a popes of the ancient Church. But, he was so much more. Chrisan was not only about embracing the fullness of the During his reign, he relessly fought to preserve the unity of theologically but living it out in a world filled with hurt, suffering the Church and its faith; and to ensure the safety of his people and needs. against invasions from armies which sought to destroy the Church Pope was renowned for his profoundly spiritual sermons. and the Chrisan influence on culture. With his words, Leo could reach the everyday needs and interests Along with his dynamic faith and outstanding theological of his people. It was his reputaon as an "instrument of the call to wisdom, Pope Leo I was also courageous. Rome had been sacked in holiness, well‐versed in Scripture and ecclesiascal awareness" that 410 and the Roman government was in shambles and was helped him to become one of the greatest popes in the history of incapable of defending the country from invaders. As Alla was the Church. making his way toward Rome, destroying city aer city along the Leo died on November 10, 461. He wished to be buried as way, what was le of the Roman senate begged Leo to dissuade close as possible to St. Peter's tomb. His body was first laid in the the barbarian from sacking Rome. .He agreed and led Rome's entrance of St. Peter's basilica but was later moved inside the defense against Ala the Hun's invasion on by taking on the basilica in 688. role of peacemaker. Ala with his broke into Italy, and marched through its burning cies as they neared Rome. Leo went Pope Leo I's papacy has been described as one of the most out boldly to meet him, and prevailed on him to turn back and not important in the Church's history. Nearly 100 sermons and 150 pillage the city. He had no army. He simply had courage and faith. leers of Leo I have been preserved; one of them is sll, to this day, So he rode on horseback to meet the oncoming army and began to used in the Office of Readings on Christmas. persuade Ala to turn his army away from Rome. And amazingly His feast day is November 10. he did. ~ Angela Anno

Because of You . . .

St. Leo’s struggle and its gi is its poverty. In order to connue and expand its mission and ministry to the community and our immigrant and refugee parishioners we need to reach out to others to help us through prayer, finances, and service. Through God’s grace it becomes mutual blessing.

And so we thank you …

St. Leo’s Annual Many thanks to our Toy & Clothing Sale Monthly Overhead Sponsor

Saturday, December 8, 2019 for November 1:00—3:00pm Kind Anonymous Donor St. Leo’s Undercroft

Christmas me is nearly here and it’s never too early to start Many, many thanks to the many volunteers who make planning for the St. Leo Toy and Infant Clothing Sale. just about everything we do here at St. Leo’s happen:

St. Leo’s is so blessed to welcome the many most‐generous to our weekly volunteer housekeeper who keeps the rectory in tip‐ volunteers who make it all happen. Over the years, Our Lady of top shape; the Visitaon parish, with Lynn Hensler, has been such a large to the many volunteers who help with our Youth programs: part of our success. Lynn and family work at the evet from Children’s Liturgy of the Word, summer program, field trips, beginning to end, rounding up youth for service hours and car retreats, sacramental preparation, and much more, load aer car load of toys from the good folks at VISI delivered to to the many volunteers who help out at the Food Pantry: the us no maer the weather. drivers who pick up food items every week, the stockers who store the items and keep everything organized, the front desk St. Ignaus donates toys of all sorts from their Thanksgiving workers who welcome all of our guests, the check‐in mass along with many parishioners and friends of St. Leo, making volunteers who minister to each and every family, the sure that we have enough toys, infant clothing, small household shopper assistants who help our guests find the items they goods and decoraons for all who come to shop. like best, the cleaners who come in and keep the entire food So many kind people have been incredibly generous with pantry sparkling, and volunteer members of our Food Pantry their me as well. An assortment of helpers from high school Advisory Committee who keep us looking forward. football teams, college rugby teams, a family who wanted to to our loyal mail prep group who fold, stuff, tab, and label our honor a deceased family member, our youth group, and many newsletters for mailing every single month, church members have all helped. to our English as a Second Language volunteers who meet weekly

The sale allows our parish members and local residents the with our foreign born learners, helping them negotiate their great dignity of shopping for Christmas gis for their own new home country, families. It could be a new toy for their child, a fesve wreath for to our dedicated Toy & Clothing Sale team who collect, sort and their front door, a baby ouit for a new family member or a set assist Christmas shoppers achieve the great dignity of of mixing bowls for the household. We sell all items for minimal purchasing gift items for their prices and all funds are used to support our church ministries. families, Nothing goes to waste; leovers are donated to Angel’s Arms, a to volunteer members of our Finance ministry in our neighborhood. Committee who help us keep our expenses in check and find ways to Come on down, whether it is to donate or help set up on th fund our operations, Saturday morning, December 7 ; work the day of the sale, or to to our Sunday drivers who bring our clean up aer. Many heads make light work for all. Be sure to members to Mass and take them pray for decent weather! Thank you and Merry Christmas to all. home again after,

~ Sue Prieshoff to the multiple behind the scenes

¡Gracias! Murakoze! Thank You! We are deeply grateful for your connued and generous support. Our St. Leo the Great parish community promises to remember you and your loved ones in our private prayer, as well as in our communal prayer, which is to say that we are praying for you all the me. May our gracious God fill you with every blessing!

Pastor’s Ponderings . . .

“Would you like to see a picture of my pride and Joy?” Departed. The Expecng to see a wonderful image of a new born baby or cute that we toddlers with huge smiles on their faces or graduates celebrate and or someone’s child receiving an award, this person their lives and took out of their wallet a picture of two boles of dish the stories that soap. On one was the brand name “Pride” and on the we remember is other one was the brand name “Joy.” You can imagine like reading the my surprise! This was really funny or as I oen say, “It Church’s honor was a really good, bad joke,” if you know what I roll or vising mean? the Church’s

I have two dogs ‐ a nine year old Border collie hall of fame. But whose name is Clancy and an eight year old because of their uncondional love for God and neighbor, their Cockapoo named Jake. (Don’t forget to read loyalty, generosity, compassion, selflessness, perseverance, lives of their columns in this Newsleer or as truth is prayer and the and sacrifice for the good of all, their known, you probably already have before imaging and witnessing to , saints are the pride of God’s church. reading this column!) As parents oen look to their children as the pride and joy of their As we remember and connue to pray for our deceased lives, Clancy makes me proud and Jake brings relaves and friends and all of our brothers and sisters in Christ me joy. Clancy’s loyales, faithfulness, who have gone before us, as we remember their call to live lives of friendliness, calm and overall gentle natures holiness and grace, as we remember God’s promise to bring them make me proud. to perfecon and to offer them resurrecon and eternal glory and Jake’s a full share in Christ’s victory over sin and death, as we believe that friendliness, playfulness, cuteness and God wants to count them among the saints and that their names overall childlike behavior bring me joy. are wrien in the book of life, we know that all the faithful Like a proud papa, whenever either departed are our joy and the joy of God’s church. one does something, amazing, funny or If God were asked to show us a picture of his pride and joy, I goofy, I always loudly proclaim to my believe God would show us a picture of staff: “That’s my boy!” Yes, whether it the Son, . If Jesus were to show us is for beer or for worse, Clancy and a picture of his pride and joy, I believe Jake will always be my pride and joy. Jesus would show us a picture of all the Once, I received a publicaon in the mail from a local people for whom he gave up his own Cincinna high school. It is their “graduaon and honor roll” issue. life to save from sin and death. I believe It is entled “the Pride.” The many pictures of graduates holding he would show us a picture of the awards and receiving honors, and pictures of alumni and their universal church throughout the world successes and pictures of their trips, travels and the support of the from the beginning of me to the administraon and teachers show clearly that the publicaon is present and into the future. I believe named accurately and truthfully. On the back cover of this issue is that Jesus would show us a picture of the tle of this publicaon wrien vercally over a hundred or so all of his brothers and sisters in Christ in list of names of colleges and universies where the class of 2015 which we are included. has been accepted. “the Pride” is an excellent name for this issue The month of November ends with the celebraon of and anyone who reads it will be introduced to the pride and the joy Thanksgiving. Let us give thanks for all the examples of God’s pride of this school. and joy who have blessed our lives with God’s love and presence. I am thinking that the month of November could be called Let us, also, give thanks that we can be and live as God’s pride and Pride and Joy Month for God’s church. This month begins with the joy now and forever.

Feasts of All Saints and The Commemoraon of All the Faithful ~ Fr. Jim

St. Leo's Prayer Wall is a place where all, regardless of age, race or , are invited to sing God’s praises, give Him thanks, and/or call upon His presence for help in mes of need. The wall, a place of prayer for all peoples (much like the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem), captures the faces of the community, as well as peacemakers and saints who have inspired us through the ages.

The Wall is a place for staff and volunteers, youth groups, community meengs, and for individuals who pass through our parking lot on the way to work, school, etc., to pray, reflect and pause. We invite you to share in this special way of prayer, joy, and thanksgiving. Praise God! God cares about every need in your life and knows what you need even before you ask Him for help. Our St. Leo the Great parish community promises to remember you in our private prayer, as well as in our communal prayer, which is to say that we are praying for you all the me.

All prayer requests are held in strictest confidence. Send your prayer request to: Saint Leo the Great Church, 2573 Saint Leo Place, Cincinna, OH 45225. You can also submit your prayer request online at: hp://saint‐leo/WorksofMercy/PrayerWallMinistry.aspx. From Deacon Ben

The readings for and killed him. Indeed, Jose Sanchez del Rio, valued his faith and Sunday, November 10th, friendship with God above everything else, lived and died as a 2019, the Feast of St. Leo, witness to the Lord. call us to have courage and perseverance to live a Today’s stories show us not only the courage of the young faithful and authenc Christ men as they were persecuted for their faith, but also show their ‐like life in the face of convicon that their suffering and death were not the end of opposion and violent everything. They believed the suffering they incurred for fidelity to aacks on it. their faith would bring them greater joy and beer fruits. They believed that that God (“the King of the World”) would raise them A painful and good to everlasng life. example of such Chrisan witness is presented in our Though we may not face martyrdom for our faith, we First reading. The king is somemes find ourselves at odds with society’s values and find it trying to induce a Jewish difficult follow Christ faithfully and authencally. We need support mother and her seven sons and a realizaon that we are not alone, that God is with us, and through torture to give up their Jewish faith by eang pork. But there is a beer way though it may be difficult. they resisted the king’s commands. They affirmed their relaonship with God was real and important, and that they would rather die Today, we remember our parish’s patron saint, Pope Leo for their God, with the hope of eternal life rather than be unfaithful the Great. He is a great because he loved God, the Church, and the to their convicons. people entrusted to his charge. He was a great teacher and was famous for his many pastoral and theological wrings. St. Leo also Another witness to his Chrisan faith, is the 14‐year‐old inspired and helped to foster charitable work in areas of Rome Mexican martyr named Jose Sanchez del Rio, who was canonized affected heavily by poverty and refugees fleeing from violence and by on October 16, 2016. In 1927, a civil war racked war. Mexico and brought many An‐Catholic persecuons. As a response, many Catholics began to defend their civil and religious Let us pray that with the intercessions of St. Leo the Great, freedom with armed force. Jose Sanchez del Rio joined the Catholic we can be more courageous and credible followers of Christ. fighters, called “Cristeros” whose moo was: “Long live Christ the King!” When government forces captured Jose, they offered him a ~ Dea. Ben Loanga pardon and various rewards if he would reject his Catholic faith. Jose’s response was: “My faith is not for sale.” His resolve was not Dea. Ben will be sharing some of the homilies that he is shaken by repeated tortures from the police, who eventually shot wring in preparaon for Ordinaon next year.

Happy Feast Day! How many saints do you know? Maybe it’s a lot more than Christ from a man living in public housing who was bemoaning the you realize. Pope Francis reminds us that saints are not “supermen” recent shoong in his neighborhood. “All this for a pair of shoes,” who are “born perfect,” but rather are ordinary people who he told me. “We need to love each other.” He wasn’t a friend of followed God “with all their heart.” the one who was shot but he had entered into the societal

I think of my Italian Nona whose life revolved around prayer, suffering of his community and recognized that love was the only way to end senseless violence. service to her family, simple living—and her daily soap opera. She buried her oldest daughter shortly aer her First Communion A neighborhood eccentric who was known for his variety of following a bout with scarlet fever, became a widow at an early hats , coats, and wigs embraced life with curiosity and joy and age, and even though she was the youngest of 10 children, cared spoke to everyone about staying fit doesn’t, on the surface, seem a for many of her siblings as they grew older. My mom, her daughter, candidate for sancty but those at his funeral spoke of posive had a great devoon to Mary and made saying for her impact he had on their lives. God doesn’t judge as we do. There’s a friends and family a part of her daily roune. We recently buried a woman in my neighborhood who picks up trash on her daily senior parishioner who shared what walks—no fanfare or desire for she had with others even when she recognion, or judgment about what was struggling herself. She loved and was le behind or who le it‐‐just a forgave because that’s what Jesus desire to keep things nice for those said to do. who live around her, It’s her humble, quiet way to be a good neighbor. “Saints are like us,” the pope said.” They are like each of us, they The Kingdom of Heaven is for those are people who lived a normal life, who trust in the love of God and do with joys and grief, struggles and not put their security in material hopes. They spent their lives in the things. It is for those with humility service of others, they endured and a “simple heart” who do not suffering and adversity without judge others. The Kingdom of Heaven hatred and responded to evil with is for “those who suffer with the one good, spreading joy and peace” who suffers and rejoice with the one who rejoices.” An African refugee parishioner, the father of eight, who had recently How many saints do you know? lost his , told me that he is “not rich nor poor. God gives me Maybe they’re praying with you in church, cooking dinner at home, everything I need.” The following Sunday he handed me a handful waing for the bus to support their family, welcoming a new of cash to put in the collecon. I probably would have saved it for neighbor, or helping out in the community. And maybe, just maybe groceries. He trusted God instead. When I asked another African there’s one looking back at you in the mirror. parishioner whose oldest daughter died of a painful disease aer the family came to the US, whether she wanted a boy or girl when ~ Angela Anno she was pregnant she said “If it is a girl, I will say thank you God. If it is a boy, I will say thank you God.” As the grandmother of four boys, I would have likely said that I’d prefer a girl—but I’d sll love it if it were a boy.

“Sancty is beauful! It is a beauful way!” Pope Francis stressed. “The saints give us a message. They tell us: be faithful to the Lord, because the Lord does not disappoint! He does not disappoint ever, and he is a good friend always at our side.”

When I talked to an immigrant possibly facing deportaon, I asked if he was worried about that possibility “Just a lile,” they tell me. “God will take care of me and I can serve him whether I am here or someplace else. Another parishioner, the mother of eight, agreed to take in an infant whose parents couldn’t care for him and she’s loving and nurturing him as her own.

“To be a saint is not a privilege of a few. All of us in bapsm have the inheritance of being able to become saints. Sancty is a vocaon for everyone,” the pope said. “All of us are called to walk in the way of sancty, and this way has a name, a face: the face of Jesus Christ.

Many mes we find the face of Christ in unexpected places that are oen at the margins of society. I once heard the voice of Clancy’s St. Leo Parish and Community Contact Information Cliché’s : Rev. James R. Schue It’s November Nibbles me, Address: 2573 Saint Leo Place, aka Canine Connecons for your Cincinna, OH 45225 Thanksgiving Table Guests. Don’t let those tenuous gatherings get you Phone: 513‐921‐1044 down. Use these six ways normally Fax: 513‐921‐8048 used to connect humans with dogs E‐Mail: stleocin@aol.com Website: www.saint‐leo.org as a guideline. From my perspecve, Facebook: St. Leo The Great it seems it could work both ways. St. Leo’s YouTube Channel: StLeotheGreatParish Worship Schedule: Saturday 6:00pm Mass in Spanish; Training Is Caring ... let visitors know what the game plan will be, Sunday Mass: 10:30am; Weekday Mass: Thursday 7:00pm otherwise they may create their Exposion of the Blessed : First Thursday following own agenda and feel 7:00pm Mass. disappointed, or feel like they’ve disappointed you, especially when things go a bit wonky. Deep down, everyone really wants everyone else to feel happiness and joy. Even aer your gathering, reinforce your new “connecons” and always communicate clearly for beer bonding. Feed By Hand ... offer the gi not only of food, but of love, FOOD PANTRY: At the corner of Carll & Balmore understanding, and a pat on the head. Try not to shove anything down anyone’s throat or force feed. Make sure to cut things up in Serving Hours: Mon., Wed., & Fri., 1:00pm to 3:30pm bite‐size pieces to avoid the gag reflex before presenng anything. Pantry Requirements: Serving North Fairmount, English Woods, Be present and part of the eang experience which, by the way, is Roll Hill Apts., and Millvale once every 30 days. See website: not necessarily about the food. Oh, and don’t forget to serve www.saint‐leo.org or call (513‐921‐1044) to see if your street is delicious treats! covered. To meet St. Leo’s Acts of Mercy pantry donor guidelines, Experience Nature Together ... OK so this one was a long stretch so current proof of residence (Duke or telephone bill), photo ID & imagine walking hand in hand with each person at the table. What Social Security Cards for all members of household must be pre‐ new scenery is detectable in that persons eyes, in their sented at each visit. Plan ahead: Children must be supervised expressions, or conversaon? Pay aenon to the surroundings while at our Food Pantry. everyone shares. Be part of and experience their world, and journey with them through their stories. Extra Food Pantry Holiday Volunteers Needed: Play And Bonding Go Hand In Hand ... keep the boundaries of play November 1, 22, 25, 27 at bay. Good humor and fun is key. If any aggression starts December 1, 6, 13, 16, 18, 20 brewing, gently diffuse it and nip it in the bud, then walk away. To volunteer, or for more info, call 513‐921‐1044x30. Giving aenon to the rough‐housers only encourages them. Look At Each Other ... look in the eyes of those around you. Nope ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CLASSES not just a glance, either. Really look INTO the eyes. How can you We welcome all wishing to learn English. FREE! Saturday 10:00‐Noon. not help seeing deep love within? The more anyone does this, the more connecon there will be with every person they come in COMMUNITY PHONE NUMBERS contact with. North Fairmount Community Center/ Take A Nap Together ... leave the dishes. Join in the conversaon Referral Services: Linda Klems: 513‐921‐5842 and laughter. Everything doesn’t have to be perfect or put away Housing: 513‐921‐5889, immediately. Let the sweet potato casserole harden in the bowl. Healthy Moms & Babes: 513‐591‐5600 Relax. Enjoy the closeness of loved ones. Close your eyes, feel the Hopple Street Neighborhood Clinic: 513‐541‐4500 peace and gratude in your heart, and give your guests lots of Literacy Network: 513‐621‐7323

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What did the Dalmaan say aer Thanksgiving dinner? Enjoy the online edition with color photos! That hit the spot! Save the www.saint‐leo.org site in your “favorites” list to visit oen. Feel free to send correcons, updates, news and/or info What do you get if you cross a pumpkin pie and a snake? to be included on the website to Casey Betz, Development

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How You Can Help . . . Treasure Chest Treasure Chest Tickets are sold on a monthly basis at $5.00 each. · Winner based on Pick 3 played straight every day. · Each $100.00 prize will be sent in the mail. Many thanks to our St. Leo Food Pantry · Get In On the Fun! To purchase Treasure Chest ckets, Monthly Overhead Sponsor for November send $5.00 per cket by the first of the month to: A Kind Anonymous Donor St. Leo Treasure Chest, 2573 Saint Leo Place, Cincinna, OH 45225 · Volunteers Needed to help sell ckets! Part‐me Volunteer Opportunity September Winners: Doug Wright, Stephen & Susan Fluegeman, Donna Withers, J. E. & K. A. Wohlfrom, at St. Leo Food Pantry

Shirley Whalen and Sco Chasteen. Many, many thanks St. Leo Food Pantry is seeking a VOLUNTEER assistant to the winner who donated half back to St. Leo’s! administrator, 9‐12 hours/week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday aernoons, to manage inventory control and onsite Wish List communicaons. We need someone to help oversee and Costumes for our Youth Ministry: Christmas, Jesus, Mary, maintain operaons now that our procedures are well , angels, shepherds, animals, , soldiers, established. If you (and a partner) are interested, please contact apostles, women, All Souls Day saints, etc. Stephanie Sepate, Pantry Administrator, at 513‐921‐1044 ext. 20 Snow Removal Assistance Needed . We really need someone willing to help out with snow removal before events on weekends. Call Stephanie at 513‐921‐1044 In September the Food Pantry served 833 individuals, in 296 households, including 332 children and 86 seniors. Gas Cards for our 3 vans NEEDS FOR NOVEMBER:

Uber Gi Cards to assist St. Leo’s parishioners who have no Cereal: ANY basic types ‐ oats, corn flakes, Chex, Rice Krispies means of transportaon to get to appointments. Boxed dinner accompaniments like Mac‐n‐cheese, Rice‐a‐Roni, scalloped Our annual Toy and Clothing Sale is Sun., Dec. 8, 2019 from potatoes, etc. 1‐3:00pm in Centennial Hall. Donaons of new and gently Canned: salmon, tuna, chicken, hams (for the holidays!), vegetarian used toys, clothes, household items, coats, and shoes are vegetable soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken noodle soup, needed and will be gladly accepted in the church hall on applesauce, pineapple, carrots, Sat., Dec., 7th, 10:00am‐2:00pm. Salad dressing, ketchup, vinegar

Gi Cards for the connuing work and maintenance of the Deodorant, men’s razors, baby‐wipes (adults use them too!), Clorox Wipes, parish, and our Youth Group funcons: Home Depot, ssues, paper towels, dish soap, shampoo Staples, Hobby Lobby, Kroger, Oriental Trading Company Diapers: Sizes 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 Priceless! Brown paper grocery bags Sandwich size Ziploc baggies Extra Food Pantry Holiday Volunteers Needed: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED November 1, 22, 25, 27 Monday, Wednesdays & especially Fridays Noon‐4:00pm December 1, 6, 13, 16, 18, 20 contact Stephanie Sepate at 513‐921‐1044 ext. 20

Cash to Cover Operang Expenses is Essenal! Extra Holiday Volunteers Needed: November 1, 22, 25, 27

Easy Online Giving December 1, 6, 13, 16, 18, 20 Make a one‐me donaon, or set up a weekly, bi‐weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi‐annual or annual gi to be ST. LEO FOOD PANTRY deducted from your banking account, or to MONTHLY OVERHEAD SPONSORSHIP charge your gi to your credit card: Needed Go to hp://saint‐leo.org DonateNow.aspx And We are seek‐ing individuals and organizaons that would be willing to click on the Donate Now Buon. “Sponsor” one month of our operang costs of $2,323.53.

SHOP AMAZON SMILE, SUPPORT ST. LEO: hp:// Sponsor’s name will be recognized in the food pantry foyer, on St. smile.amazon.com/ch/31‐0538556 Leo’s website, in St. Leo’s monthly newsleer and in St. Leo’s weekly Sunday bullen during their month; and if interested, the SHOP KROGER’S AND SUPPORT ST. LEO: hs://www.kroger.com/communityrewards Enter organiza‐on’s members would be welcome to volunteer by working in St. Leo's #KC265 or search for St. Leo the Great Church. the pantry serving our clients. If interested, please contact Casey Betz at 513‐921‐1044 x 30, iGive: Shop the sites you love and support St. Leo! Sounds easy? It is! Sign [email protected], or mail to: Casey Betz, St. Leo the Great Church, up at hp://www.igive.com/ 2573 Saint Leo Place, Cincinna, OH 45225. ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH Non-Profit Org. U.S.POSTAGE 2573 St. Leo Place at Baltimore Avenue PAID Cincinnati, OH 45225-1960 Cincinnati, Ohio Permit No. 3402 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2 Food Pantry Open 7:00pm MASS Food Pantry Open Mass in Spanish 6pm; AA Meeting 7:30pm English as 2nd lang. class November 10-noon

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Mass: 10:30am Food Pantry Open Food Pantry Open 7:00pm MASS Food Pantry Open; Mass in Spanish 6pm; Daylight Savings Ends AA Meeting 7:30pm English as 2nd lang. class 10-noon

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Mass: 10:30am Food Pantry Open Food Pantry Open 7:00pm MASS Food Pantry Open; Mass in Spanish 6pm; nd Feast of St. Leo Veterens Day AA Meeting 7:30pm English as 2 lang. class 10-noon

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Mass: 10:30am Food Pantry Open Food Pantry Open 7:00pm MASS Food Pantry Open; Mass in Spanish 6pm; AA Meeting 7:30pm English as 2nd lang. class 10-noon

24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Mass: 10:30am Food Pantry Open Food Pantry Open 7:00pm MASS Food Pantry Open; Mass in Spanish 6pm; nd Thanksgiving AA Meeting 7:30pm English as 2 lang. class 10-noon Day