April 15, 2018 Third Sunday of Easter SS. ROBERT & WILLIAM CATHOLIC PARISH DIOCESE OF CLEVELAND

It's About Living

Special Presentation Coming to St. Cyprian's 4223 Middle Ridge Road Perry, Ohio 44081 440-259-2344 In an effort to allow parishioners to be proactive and ready for decisions when major events happen, the Pro-Life Committee is pleased to offer It’s About Living, a special presentation about patients’ rights. It will be presented on April 18th at 7:00 PM, and again April 19th at 9:00 AM in St. Cyprian Church. Rita Marker, Executive Director of the Patients’ Rights Council, is an accomplished attorney with expertise on the subject of patients' rights. She is an author, interna-

Stay Connected tional speaker, and a member of several Bar Associations. Rita will address issues including, but not limited to, whether doctor prescribed suicide will be facing the people of Ohio, what your very good lawyer may or may not know, and why an 18 year old needs a Power of Attorney for Health Care. She will also answer your questions. A free legal document will be made available to attendees. Both presenta- tions will be followed by refreshments in Alexander Hall. We hope you will attend this informative program! Come and learn how the Pa- tients' Rights Council can help you and your family.

MASS INTENTIONS This Week At The Parish Monday, April 16 • 2:30 pm Choir Rehearsal Monday, April 16 • 6:30 pm Legion of Mary 5:30 pm School Play 12:00 PM (SG/ MFP) † Patrick Vuyancih, Anniversary, by • 7:00 pm EDGE • 7:00 pm AA meeting Family Tuesday, April 17 Sunday, April 22 Tuesday, April 17 • 8:00 am School Mass • Solanus Casey Ministry 8:00 AM (SR) † Tony Fazio by Family • 9:00 am Moms After Mass Sign-up Wednesday, April 18 • 12:00 PM (JB) † Walter Spisak by His Wife • 6:30 pm Addicts’ Parents 10:00 am RCIA • Thursday, April 19 • 6:30 pm Bell Choir 12:00 pm PRS Closing 8:00 AM (SG) † Eddie Occhionero by Florence and • 6:30 pm Festival Meeting Reception • Thomas Lanigan Wednesday, April 18 12:30 pm School Play Friday, April 20 • • 2:00 pm Seniors’ Meeting 7:00 pm Life Night 12:00 PM (JB) † Dorothy Gorjup by Friends and Family Saturday, April 21 Thursday, April 19 • Rosary (Ursuline Chapel): 8:30 AM (SG) † Zora Urbanick by Francis Gaspersic 4:00 pm Prayer Shawl Sunday at 8:30 am and Family • 7:30 pm Walking With Monday, Wednesday, & Friday at 4:00 PM(JB/ MFP) † Connie P Whelen by Tomaselli Purpose 11:30 am Family Friday, April 20 Tuesday, Thursday at 8:30 am Sunday, April 22 • 1:30 pm Mass At Hilltop 9:00 AM (SG) † Charles Jaworski by Sister, Donna Saturday at 9:00 am Village 11:00 AM (JB/ MFP) † Maria & Slavica by Natale Saturday, April 21 Corazza • 9:00 am Men’s Group 6:00 PM (SG) For the People • 10:30 am Caregivers’ Support Group

367 E. 260th Street Euclid, OH 44132 | Phone: 216.731.1515 FJB’s Blog Dear Parishioners,

Happy Taste of Nations and Homecoming weekend! This is a weekend when we wel- come quite a few guests to the parish. We hope they find us to be a welcoming and loving com- munity. It will be great to have so many people who were a part of the former St. Robert and St. William Parishes here to join us so they can see how we have built a solid parish on the won- derful foundation of their work. We especially welcome the Gospel choir from St. Agnes-Our Lady of Fatima Church at the 4:00 pm Mass. Thank you for sharing your music with us.

I am very happy to announce that we have almost reached our $2,000,000 goal for the Honor our Past, Fund our Future campaign. We are at 95%! Almost there! WOW! That is all I can say! WOW! We are so BLESSED at the immense generosity of so many people. Over 500 parish families contributed to this campaign and have made a commit- ment that over the next five years they will help to fund our future. In addition, there were over 100 families who could not make a financial contribution at this time who wrote to me to assure me of their support and prayers for the parish. These were very valued as well!

If you have not made your pledge yet, there is still time; just drop it off to my attention at the parish office. If you need a pledge form, they are in the information center in the church vestibule as well as at the parish office. Yours could be the pledge that pushes us to the finish line! Get your pledge in today! In the coming months we will give a full report on the results of the campaign and the incredible sacrifices people made to make this campaign a success. I truly believe that the goals and objectives of this campaign give us much reason to hope as we work to set our parish on a course to serve ourselves as well as future generations!

I am working with the architect and Diocese facilities services to finalize the design for the new St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish Center. I hope to have the final design ready in the next month or so, and then we will go to the city for all the nec- essary approvals, etc. We are hoping to break ground in January, providing we have enough cash in the bank. As stated in the meetings we will not go into any further debt to build this center. Once the center is built we will use the sec- ond half of the campaign proceeds to pay down the current debt. Our prayer and goal is to have all debt paid off by the end of 2023. A few years ago, right after the original loan papers were signed in 2012, Sr. Irene told me that the Ursuline Sis- ters always pray to St. Joseph to provide for them financially. Near the statue of St. Joseph in our St. Joseph Chapel (the former choir area) there is a candle that is always lit. That candle is a perpetual prayer for St. Joseph to provide for us and help us to reach our goal of paying down our debt by 2023.

We are entering into an exciting Sacramental time. Confirmation will be April 29 and First Communion May 5. We also have lots of weddings coming up. I love this time of year because of all the new life and excitement about our faith. Be sure to keep these young ones in your prayers.

Make it a great week! See you in Church.

Peace, Fr. John Men’s Retreat A Letter To The Students From time to time, many men think about making a retreat. Before the new school year began, every teacher and staff mem- Maybe this April is your time to do it! The Men of Praise Prayer ber wrote a letter to the students he/she will be working with at Group is honored to invite you to spend some time together to Ss. Robert and William Catholic School. The letter includes the hopes and dreams each has for the students during the 2017-2018 share our faith and grow in Christ. The group has been conduct- school year. This letter was written by Mrs. Diane Radachy, our ing retreats for over 30 years and have experienced the Lord’s first grade teacher. blessing every time. The year’s theme is Giant Slayers! See 1 Dear Student, Samuel 17:47. I am so lucky that you are a part of our class. We have so When: April 27, 28, and 29. Friday evening until Sunday much to learn and experience together this year. I am praying at Noon. for you that as we go through each day you grow in friendship Where: Hiram House – Retreat Center in Chagrin Falls with Jesus. I hope you find our classroom a loving place where There will be talks and discussion on the theme; a time for praise you feel welcomed and make others feel welcome. I hope, as and worship, prayer, and fellowship with like-minded men. The we get to know each other better, I can teach you all the excit- surroundings offer a beautiful setting to get away, reflect, rest, ing things that Reading, Writing, and Religion have to energize, and celebrate fellowship. Meals will be abundant. At offer. night, you will find accommodations more than adequate and I hope that when you leave me at the end of the year you will quite pleasant. All men, 18 and over, are invited. The cost of take a love of reading with you. I hope you remember the fun, $120 for the entire weekend is an excellent value. Contact the songs, the knowledge, the love, the good habits, and the Frank Mokris at 216.233.3563 or Mike Kacsala at 440.935.0191 good friendships we will share. I hope you have a prayer in for more information. We look forward to seeing you there. It your heart for me as I will always have for you. won’t be the same without you! You are my First Grader, and even when you are grown, you will always be! Love, Mrs. Radachy You’re Invited: Parishioner Bob Bazzarelli is holding a Spaghetti Dinner & Raffle fundraiser on Sunday, April 22 to benefit the Alzheimer’s Asso- Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School ciation. Bob’s dad, Floyd, was a long time St. William parish- ioner who had Alzheimer’s disease. Come anytime between 2-7 Open House PM (dinner until 6) or stay the entire afternoon. Casual attire – Wednesday, April 18, 6:00-8:00 pm th th th family friendly. Stadium Grill (Mentor). $10 in advance/$12 All 6 , 7 , and 8 graders and their families are invited to expe- at door – children 14 & under free. Tickets/more info: call rience how NDCL’s academic, spiritual, and extracurricular Bob at 440-585-3649, buy tickets online at programs prepare students for lives that will transform the www.FightForACauseOhio.EventBrite.com, or Face- world. Learn why you belong at NDCL by joining us at 13000 book: Fight For A Cause Ohio. Good food, good friends, good Auburn Road, Chardon, OH 44024. For more information fun. Please join us! contact Michael Suso `03, Director of Admissions, at 440-279- 1088 or visit ndcl.org/admisssions.aspx.

SS. ROBERT AND WILLIAM CATHOLIC SCHOOL – NOW ENROLLING!

Ss. Robert and William Catholic School is now enrolling students from Preschool through Grade 6. Our mission is to foster student success by providing a nurturing environment focusing on faith, academics, and service. We provide a traditional learning environment enhanced with the integration of STREAM lessons. Contact Angela Casey in the school office at 216-731- 3060 for application and enrollment information. SPIRITUAL CARING Women’s Fellowship How about that Catholic Trivia game yester- day at Women’s Fellowship? Was that not a fun morning? We have lots more where that came from on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 9:00-11:00 am in the Upper Hall. If you don’t believe Join us for our last session of the year! us, just ask Renee Barber at 216.731.1515 ext. 262. See you next Getting a Grip Through Culture month? ( A certain favorite priest of ours will be our speaker!) Is there a way to be appealing and faithful Christian women in today’s world without compromising? Is there something we can be doing differently that will not only lessen the negative The Solanus Casey Ministry perception of Christians in society but will draw souls to Christ? The Solanus Casey Ministry provides welcome and hospitality Please join us for an inspiring video and discussion about how we to the parish by cooking, baking, & assisting with the setup/ can foster meaningful relationships, lead lives of purpose, and cleanup of gatherings throughout the year. We are looking to commit to the service of others right where we are with authen- revitalize membership in this group, especially to new members ticity, grace, and love by striving to be faithful to God. No ex- of the parish who may not yet have heard of this wonderful min- perience necessary, just come as you are for some coffee, re- istry. We will have sign-ups for the Solanus Casey Ministry after freshments, and a chance to see what Walking with Purpose is all weekend Masses on April 21 & 22. If you are interested, all about! Thursday, April 19th – 7:30-9pm – Upper Hall come learn more and prayerfully consider signing up. Thank you For more information, contact Kristin Weisheit at wwpeu- for your generosity of time and talent - it goes a long way to [email protected]. bring a warm spirit to our parish! If you have any questions please contact Rita Burke at (216) 289-4635 or Karen Duke at OUR LADY OF LOURDES SHRINE PASTA (216) 659-3513. DINNER 21281 CHARDON RD. EUCLID, OHIO 44117 216-481-8232 Thursday: April 19, May 17, June 21 4:30 PM-6:45 PM | TICKETS: $8.50 Pasta, Meatballs, Salad or Apple Sauce, Bread & Butter, Coffee or Tea ALL ARE WELCOME

PARISH CODE FOR FORMED: BJTWMW Have you thought of leaving a legacy, especially for our parish or school? Remember Ss. Robert & William in your will or trust to continue our traditions and education. Contact Fr. John at the Parish Office for more information. PARISH SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM The Collection: for April 8th is $

Fr. John D. Betters, Pastor Loan Balance: $1,313,908 [email protected], ext. 228 Monthly Loan Payment: $10,580

Fr. Scott D. Goodfellow, Parochial Vicar Please consider a donation to help lower our long term debt. [email protected], ext. 235 Please call Fr. John or Ellen at the Parish Office at 216.731.1515

Renee Barber, Pastoral Associate or email them at [email protected] or [email protected]. [email protected], ext. 262 Thank you very much for your continued generosity. Fr. John

Meg Cosgriff, Co-Principal We'd like to connect with you! Get im- [email protected], ext. 243 portant updates from our church in a timely and Martha Dodd, Co-Principal convenient way. Flocknote, the new tool we're [email protected], ext. 231 using, lets you choose what information you'd like to receive - via email or text message - from Renee Dzuroff, Business Manager [email protected], ext. 224 the various ministries & groups in our church. You can unsubscribe any time. Visit our Patrick Fink, Director of Facilities & Maintenance church at: www.flocknote.com/SRW OR [email protected], ext. 291 Text SRWEUCLID to 84576 from your phone to subscribe.

Kate Fraser, Youth Minister [email protected], ext. 246 PRAYERS NEEDED Please pray for… Alice Ayers Anthony Fratino, Rita Burke, Harry Ellen Ivory, Director of Discipleship & Development Krawczyszyn & Family, Ann Nykiel, Thomas Bukovec, Kristen Ilc, Karen [email protected], ext. 230 A. Waldron, Doris Jackson, Barbara Gates, Bernie Novotney Sr., Tony Kyle Lorek, Director of Music Hocevar, Katie Kalish, Tom Brenkus, Alda Kovalsky, Jean Feiten, [email protected], ext. 241 Marianne Ellul, Geraldine Hoffert, Janet & Jim Cika, Pauline Dutcher,

Gail Monroe, Pastoral Associate/DRE Sharon Kazusky, Grayson Kazusky, Violet DeStefanis, Ann Grossman, [email protected], ext. 248 JoAnn Schram, Donald Pavlovich, Mary Ann Hudak, Faye Bukovec, James Augustine, Ted Sabat, Christopher Henderson, Alexis Farrar, Bob Perusek, Liturgy Director [email protected], ext. 290 Rose Leo, Patricia Johnston, Ron F. Brickman, Thomas Jirousek, Pauline Krall, John Ellul, Ray Golick, Jeanette Hocevar, Josephine DiTirro, Nathan Raddell, Director of Communications Danita Wells, Teresa Sullivan, & all those who are ill in body, mind, or [email protected], ext. 280 spirit.

Parish Office Hours: We thank, pray, and ask for God’s blessings for those in the Mon, 8:30 am – 6:45 pm, Tue, Wed & Thu, 8:30 am – 6 pm, military and safety forces serving our country and community. Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Closed Saturday & Sunday 367 E. 260th Street Euclid, OH 44132 We offer our deepest sympathy to the family of Robert 216.731.1515 Stevenson, and all those who have lost a loved one. May they know 216.731.0300 (Fax) the peace and comfort of God’s love and find strength in the support of [email protected] www.srweuclid.cc our parish community.

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