Relevant topics will include: addiction/alcoholism as a brain disease; effects of drinking/using on others; treatment options; 12-Step programs of recovery; prevention; resources in the community

For information/to register: Judy Stowe (440/250-9959) judystowe@gmail.com or St. Malachi Rectory (216/861-5343).  Brochure: www.stmalachi.org

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It’s back to school time which also means it time for PSR at St. Malachi.  Any questions please contact Stephanie Pritts.

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Look forward to having your children there!

In Attendance:  Linda Kennard, Barb Wingenfeld.

Operation Rice Bowl:  Rice Bowl Donations will be collected Palm Sunday, Easter Sunday and the following Sunday.

The Social Action Commission is planning a “Baby Shower/Fundraiser” to benefit the MetroHealth Friends of Mothers and Infants.  This collection has typically started after Easter and ended on Mother’s Day.  Since Mother’s Day is only two weeks after Easter this year, we will begin the collection on Mother’s Day and end it on Father’s Day.  A high chair will be set up in the front of the church with a basket of gift tags.  Parishioners will be invited to select a gift tag, purchase the gift and bring the gift to church June 12, or June 19.  Representatives from MetroHealth Friends of Mothers and Infants will pick up the gifts during the 11:00 Coffee Hour on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19.

The Social Action Commission of St. Patrick’s Parish invites us to participate in planning and participating in a gathering to explore and respond to the drastic changes in the state budget and its implications for individuals and families in our neighborhood.  They are preparing a survey to distribute to assess the specific direction this gathering will take.  A meeting is scheduled on May 1st at 12:00 in the St. Pat’s Rectory to review the survey responses and plan for a May 16th program from 7:00 to 8:30 pm (I am not certain about the location at this time).  If you are interested in working on this program with this group, please contact Linda Kennard (216) 661-7130 for more information.

The next Social Action Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 19th, 2011.

A committee of the commission will meet with the Hospitality Commission to plan the celebration of the volunteers of the various ministries event held each year.There are five committees of the commission: Education, Ministry Fair/Events, Outreach, Assessment of parish ministries, Commitment.

The work is done in these committees with the members; monthly the chairs of each meet with the chair of the commission as a steering committee.The committees are in the process of being formed. The delegate to the PastoralParish Council is Judy Comeu-Hart. The chair of the commission for the new year will be decided at the May meeting.

The meeting began with a reflection and sharing of the Gospel for Holy Thursday liturgy,John 13:1-15.

Minutes from March meeting accepted.

Mary Wishnesky was welcomed. Discussion:

Holy Thursday: Shared some recollections of last year’s evalution/comments.  It was agreed that three chairs would be placed in front of the altar with Fr. Tony washing the feet of the first three people; this would be followed by their washing the feet of the next three with two more rotations until 12 members would be ministered to.  Details/logistics will be developed by K. Vine and T. Jungquist.

Group invited to participate would be a cross section of parish membership (age, gender,…); Call to Worship might be offered by a member of the music ministry; gift and oil bearers will also be named. C. Dusek will bake bread. Good Friday: Fr. Jim will preside; additional lectors needed.

Holy Saturday/Easter Vigil:  Joe Wegryznowski will prepare fire for 9:30 PM service; liturgical ministers still needed (Noted: ask for ushers for all Triduum services).  Reception following liturgy is being coordinated by M. James.Noon Stations will be done by youth members.

Palm Sunday: Peter Toomey will do audio/visuals at all Masses.

Tenebrae: 7PM on Monday, April 18 at St. John Cantius (W. 11 and Professor); schola members from several parishes.  Easter Sunday: sprinkling rite at all Masses; ministers already scheduled; “Miracle” choir will be invited to supplement; coffee hours after 9:30 and 11:00; a prayer/Easter blessing card with the St. Malachi Risen Jesus image will be printed and given to all as part of the hospitality and joyful expression of the feast! Other business:  Budget will be presented as reviewed at the March meeting;

June 7 is Pentecost Fest;  Fr. Joe Fortuna at St. Malachi on May 18 to talk about the “poetry” of liturgical words and some reflection on the coming Missal changes.  Potluck dinner at 6:00 PM prior to his presentation.  Details will be worked out by Spiritual Development Commission.

Next Meeting:  Tuesday, May 10 at 6:00 PM in the Rectory.

Timeline:
Sunday, April 10 – bulletin announcement about nominations for 3 at-large members.   Also announced at liturgies.  Sent to parish email list.  Nomination forms available at doors of church.

Sunday, April 24 – Nominations completed.  Ask nominees to send a phone picture, if possible, or Norm will take pictures at a designated place and time.  Ask them to write a profile of themselves and what gifts they could bring to Council.

Sunday, May 8 – Publish pics and profiles as bulletin insert and online.   Article in bulletin announcing candidates.

Sunday, May 22 – Annual Parish Meeting – Introduce candidates.  Voting starts.  Ballots available at meeting, doors of church, and online.

Saturday, June 4 – Deadline for voting.

Sunday, June 5 – - Count ballots.

SundayJune 12 – Election results announced in bulletin and online.

Next potential meeting – April 18, 6:30 pm

April 4Chicken
April 11Rigatoni
April 18Kielbasa
April 25Easter Meal
May 2Italian Sausage
May 9Chicken
May 16Rigatoni
May 23Sloppy Joes & Buns
May 30Memorial Day
June 6Kielbasa
June 13Italian Sausage
June 20Chicken
June 27Rigatoni

New Year’s Eve, Friday, December 31: 4:30PM
New Year’s Day, Saturday, January 1: 10:00 AM

Feast of the Epiphany, Vigil Mass, Saturday, January 1, 4:30 PM

Feast of the Epiphany, Sunday, January 2: 9:30, 11:00 & 12:30

Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Vigil: Saturday January 9 4:30PM
Sunday January 10 Masses 9:30, 11, & 12:30PM

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (PENANCE)
Saturdays: 3:00 – 4:00 PM    Sundays: 8:45 – 9:00 AM

Church Christmas Decorating: Sunday, December 19, after 12:30 Mass

Shared Ministry Christmas Caroling:  Sunday, December 19
Meet at St. Paul Community Church, 4:30 PM 4427 Franklin Blvd.

St. Malachi Center Shower Ministry Breakfast: Friday December 24