ST. CHARLES MARCH 13, 2016 LIMA, OHIO
Staff Corner
“Throw the First Stone!”
What exactly was Jesus writing in the dirt as the Pharisees approached him with a woman “caught in adultery” in today’s gospel? This question has often Monday, March 14 been debated by scripture scholars, but what really is 8:00 AM Holy Communion Service the point of this story? Is it not the unconditional mercy, 3:30-7:00 PM Eucharistic Adoration w/Vespers @ 6:30 compassion, and forgiveness of a loving God, no matter Tuesday, March 15 how terrible the sin? In addition, Jesus points out the 8:00 AM Mass hypocrisy of the men in the crowd waiting to stone this Wednesday, March 16 woman (according to Mosaic Law, any woman caught in 8:00 AM Mass adultery should be stoned). He says to them: “Let the Thursday, March 17-St. Patrick, Bishop one among you who has no sin throw the first stone.” 8:00 AM Mass Amazingly, they all leave knowing their own sinfulness. Friday, March 18 How often do we throw stones at others (make 6:30 AM Mass (during Lent only) presumptive judgments, critical remarks, etc.,) without 8:00 AM Mass knowing all the facts? In today’s world of free speech it’s 7:00 PM Stations of the Cross (during Lent pretty easy to do, at least in our country. Recently, our only) new Bishop Daniel Thomas reported some major changes in the way things are being handled financially Lord’s Day – PALM SUNDAY of the Lord’s in the Diocese. He is attempting to be as transparent Passion and prudent as possible. Our finance council hopes to do Saturday, March 19-St. Joseph, husband of the the same. Virgin Mary In this jubilee Year of Mercy, let us examine our 5:00 PM Mass consciences, and ask God to cleanse us of any unkind Sunday, March 20 and/or unjust critical thoughts towards others. And remember, Jesus is just waiting to unconditionally 8:00 AM Mass forgive us as he did the woman in the gospel. 10:30 AM Mass 6:00 PM Mass God bless,
Fr. Steve
Scripture Readings for March 20, 2016 Lk 19:28-40 (procession), Is 50:4-7, Phil 2;6-11, Lk 22:14-23 or Lk 23:1-49
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holy week schedule
PALM SUNDAY OF THE LORD’S PASSION Saturday, march 19 & SUNDAY, march 20 We will meet first in the school cafeteria and process over to the church. (See below) Masses on Saturday, 5:00 PM; Sunday, 8:00 AM, 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM.
City-Wide Penance Service at St. Gerard, Sunday, March 20-3:00 PM Individual Reconciliation at St. Charles: Tuesday, March 22nd 6:30-7:30 PM & Wednesday, March 23rd Noon-1:00 PM
Tuesday, march 22 8:00 AM Mass 11:00 AM Chrism Mass at the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral, Toledo
holy Thursday, march 24 No 8:00 AM Mass 7:00 PM Mass of the Lord’s Supper
good Friday, march 25 No 8:00 AM Mass 12:30 PM Celebration of the Lord’s Passion 1:45 PM Stations of the Cross 8:00 PM Tenebrae
holy Saturday, march 26 No 8:00 AM Mass No 5:00 PM Mass 8:30 PM Vigil Mass
easter Sunday, march 27 8:00 AM Mass 10:30 AM Mass NO 6:00 PM LifeTeen Mass
Processions on Palm Sunday and Holy Thursday
The Rites for Palm Sunday and Holy Thursday each has a procession as part of the Liturgy. These processions give us the opportunity to physically become a part of Jesus’ passion. Please join us in the school cafeteria for the beginning of the Palm Sunday Liturgy as we bless the palms and process into the church. Holy Thursday has a procession after Communion as the Body of Christ is taken to an Altar of Repose. Father will invite you to join him as the choir sings Pange Lingua. Take an active part in Holy Week. Process with the Lord. ST. CHARLES MARCH 13, 2016 LIMA, OHIO
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Newly Baptized Looking for a way to get active in your church? Come Aubrey Lucille Doseck join the M.O.M.S. Group at St. Charles! Moms mark May God bless Aubrey and her family! your calendars ahead for Mom's night out on March 31st at 5:30 p.m. at the Texas Roadhouse in Lima. This is a In this Year of Mercy we are encouraged to offer extra great way to meet and socialize with other moms and opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Fr. support each other! You can keep up to date with our Steve will be available to hear confessions this family fun days, play dates, and Mom's Night Out on our Wednesday, March 16 from 12:00-1:00 PM. Facebook group called St. Charles Moms Group. If you have any questions or concerns you can email the group's leader, Sarah Mayse at [email protected] Healing Mass at St. Gerard or call/text 937-638-9716. All Moms are welcome! There will be a healing Mass on Sunday, March 13th at 3:00 PM at St. Gerard invoking the intercession of Blessed St. CALLING ADULTS OF ANY AGE Francis Xavier Seelos, a Redemptorist priest who lived and Do you ever find yourself confused with, bored by, worked in America. He is known for his powerful disinterested in, and disengaged from the Mass? Then we intercession for the sick. All who need healing of mind, have the perfect series for you! We want to enlighten body and spirit are encouraged to attend. and enliven the Mystery of the Mass. Please join us for an exciting series called Altaration, March 13 immediately Steubenville Trip for Teens following the Life Teen Mass at 7 PM in the lower level. It is that time again, we are preparing for our trip to A small dinner will be provided. Steubenville. If you would like to sponsor a teen’s Steubenville experience, please contact Angie at 419-303- “ Pathway to Peace: A Retreat Helping Catholics 9745. The cost of the trip is $395. Both full and partial Recover from Divorce & Separation” Friday, April 1- scholarships are needed. You can also drop off a check made payable to Lima Life Teen at the parish office. Sunday, April 3, 2016 at Lial Renewal Center, Whitehouse OH. A weekend of retreats, reflection and prayer for Catholics seeking healing from their own divorce or START TALKING-Come join the LCC Academic Booster separation. Sponsored by the Diocese of Toledo’s Office Club on Monday, March 14, 2016 at 7:00 PM in the for Marriage and Family. To learn more and to register Quatman Room for this important discussion about for this retreat, visit alcohol and drug use. Discover ways to keep your www.pathwaytopeace.eventbrite.com or contact Monica children safe and tips for talking about drugs with them. Martinez at 419-244-6711 or Speaker: Nate Garlock (Lima Police Officer) and Kevin [email protected]. Rigg (Drug & Alcohol Abuse Counselor) and a presentation from The Partnership at Drugfree.org called “Parents 360Rx”. Rehearsal for RCIC and RCIA candidates and LCC Taste Tour Coupon Books are now available from catechumens is March 26th at 9:30 am for the Easter any LCC student or at the LCC Business Office. Each book Vigil at 8:30 pm. Please be at St Charles at 8 pm. If you THE FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT have any questions please contact Emily Betz. Thank you!
Breakfast at St. Rose Sunday, March 13 in St. Rose School cafeteria, 9-1 PM. Cinnamon pancakes with green shamrock sweet crème glaze. Eggs, sausage, bacon, OJ & coffee. Donations benefit St. Rose School.