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“LENT 2003: SEEKING CHRIST’S PEACE” (If your refrigerator door is crowded, you might want to make special room for this. Or post it prominently somewhere else.) * * * * * * * * * * * From JoAnn Kramer: Minutes of Special Meeting of the Community of St. Malachi - March 2, 2003 At a special meeting of the Community of St. Malachi called for the purpose, the community considered the adoption of a statement prepared by its Task Force on Sexual Abuse. The meeting was opened with a prayer offered by Marty Miller. The president of the CSM Council, Luis Gutierrez, noted that notice of the meeting and a copy of the proposed statement had been mailed to each household of members of the community. Kathy Burke, chairperson of the community’s Task Force on Sexual Abuse in the Church, introduced the members of the task force and described the process by which the statement was developed and then submitted to the CSM Council at its meeting Feb. 2. The statement was adopted by the community council at that meeting and referred to the CSM membership for action at this meeting. Joe Mohar moved the endorsement of the statement. The motion was seconded. Discussion followed. Members of the task force responded to questions and comments. Upon motion by Joe Mohar, seconded and approved by the members in attendance, the statement was amended to insert the words “including bishops” in paragraph 3 on page 2, to read as follows: “Because the diocese under its previously adopted policies did not do enough to prevent abuse and did not adequately and appropriately deal with allegations of abuse, we are seriously concerned about the effectiveness of newly adopted policies. At a minimum, diocesan authorities, including bishops, clergy, officials, agents and employees who were responsible for administering those prior policies in a manner that caused pain and suffering to victims and their families need to acknowledge and apologize for their actions and should be removed from responsibility for carrying out newly adopted policies.” The motion to endorse the statement as amended was approved by voice vote.Kathy Burke reported that the work of the task force will continue, and comments and questions raised at this special meeting will be taken into consideration in its future deliberations. It was announced that the community’s statement, as approved at this meeting, will be published on the web site and mailed to, among others, the bishops of the Cleveland Diocese, the Priests’ Senate, religious congregations, other parishes in the Cleveland Central West District, and the news media. Fran DeChant reported on the first meeting of the “Accountability Group” of parishes convened in cooperation with Sr. Chris Schenk and FutureChurch to consider a broader response of the laity in the Cleveland Diocese. Fran DeChant, Marty Miller and Gene Kramer represented the Community of St. Malachi at the first meeting, will attend the next scheduled meeting and report to the community on the group’s activities. The meeting concluded with a prayer offered by Fran DeChant. Respectfully submitted, JoAnn Kramer * * * * * * * * * * * CSM Sexual Abuse Task Force - Meeting, 7 p.m. Thursday, Mar. 20, rectory. All welcome. Information: Kathy Burke, 216-228-6787. CSM Liturgy/R&R Spiritual Development - Meetings, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Mar. 11. Details: Pam Pulizzi, 216-941-5054. St. Malachi Run - 23rd annual run, Saturday, Mar. 15. Start times: 2-mile, 9 a.m.; 5-mile, 9:15 a.m. Pre-registration $15; race day $18. Forms at church doors, rectory, or call Hermes Sports, 216-623-9933. St. Malachi Center Benefit - “Soup for the Soul” - 6 p.m. Thursday, Apr. 3, Windows on the River in the Flats. Tickets: $35. Gifts and services needed for silent auction, and volunteers before and during the event. Call Barb Parkowski (440-734-5822) or Peggy Cooney (440-835-1959). St. Malachi Book Club - Meeting, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Mar. 26, home of Syndie Eardly (216-228-6328). Book: “The Secret Life of the Bees” by Sue Monk Kidd. Information: Casey Stangel, 440-234-8766. St. Patrick (Bridge) - Annual Restoration Fund drawing, St. Patrick’s Day, Mar. 17. First prize: $10,000. Donation: $20. Tickets available at St. Malachi church entrance and rectory. St. Ignatius High School - Scholarship Drive drawing, Tuesday, Mar. 18. Tickets: $1 each or seven for $5. Grand prize $25,000; second and third prizes $3000 and $1000. For tickets or information call 216-651-0222, Ext. 283. St. Joseph Academy - series conclusion, 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Mar. 22, at the school, 3430 Rocky River Dr. For girls in grades 4-7. Topic: “Mulch Madness.” Fee: $10. Details and registration: 216-251-4868. PRAYER WALK FOR PEACE - EVERY WEDNESDAY !! Sponsored by St. Malachi Social Action Commission Meet at 7 p.m. in parking lot next to church, then with candles and lanterns, walk to Public Square for prayer at 7:30 p.m. All welcome! For information call Fred Leonard, 440-331-8325 CSM SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS for the families and friends of August Bellini, father of Linda Bellini; and of Alice Kane, mother of Helen Kane and grandmother of Moira Doree and Megeen Tube; and of Domenick Mamone, brother-in-law of Angelo Privitera. CSM HEALTH DEPARTMENT - Please keep in your prayers Charles Murray, Jennifer Hoskin Grosel, Rosemary Feighan, Michael Schaefer, Pat Donnelly, Bill Klostermeyer, Mary Dickerson, Jim McNulty, Catherine McDougall, Paige Nicole Roesch, Lucy Balser, Jim Krejcik, Dave Starre, Bea Donofrio, Irene Gomez, Carol Rolfes, Ray Centa, Anthony Ayers, Nancy Eliason, Jan VanLier, Matthew Forkas, Loretta Mohar, Judie Flynn, Jim Schwartz, Megan Reilly Torres, Dennis Stramel, Maureen Cooney Flanagan, Marilyn Bohn, Charles Russo, Mark Teichman, William Reiser, Jim Harrison, Nancy Smith, C. J. Finohr, Bernadette Bluett, Florence Dick, Maureen Miller, Sheri Glassman, Christopher Conell. CSM MILITARY SERVICE SECTION - Please keep in your prayers these young people and their families: Jim Curtin (nephew of Matthew and Meg Vine Corrigan), Benjamin Thoele (nephew of Chris Schenk), Paul Kocian (grandson of Frank Schiros) and Andrew Harlan (Pat Daw’s son and Mary Clare Harlan’s brother). * * * * * * * * * * * CSM CONGRATULATIONS to these CSM Christian Formation students who are Lakewood High School juniors and seniors enrolled in the National Honor Society for their character, scholarship, leadership and service: Caitlin Alaimo, Nicholas Aylward, Margaret Brinich, Rachel Fichter, Megan Lucic and Rachel Schiros.* * * * * * * * * * *
This News from Mike Pellegrino: Join with other Saint Malachi Adults Raising Toddlers (Teens, Tweens, Turtles - Everyone Welcome) for Lenten Fish Fries. We meet at 6 p.m. Bring your own high chair/booster as needed, and child beverage, since most fish fries only serve coffee and soda.
And Still More Food and Fish Fry News: St. Procop - St. Patrick’s corned beef and cabbage dinner, with green beer, 5:30-8 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 15, Uhlir Hall, 3181 W. 41 St. Adults $8; seniors $7. - Details: 216-351-1036. Lenten fish fries, 4:30-7 p.m. Fridays, Mar. 14-Apr. 11; adults $7; seniors $6; children under five $3; all pierogi, $6. Details: 216-631-0365. St. Joseph Academy - Fish and pierogi dinners, 4:30-7 p.m. Fridays, Mar. 14-Apr. 11, academy cafeteria, 3430 Rocky River Dr. Adults $7.50, seniors/students $6, children (3-12) $4.50; 2 and under, free. Also serving a la carte menu including cabbage/noodles and macaroni/cheese. Details: 216-251-6788. Benedictine High School - Lenten fish fries, 4-7 p.m. Fridays, Mar. 14-Apr. 11, school cafeteria, 2900 M..L. King Jr. Dr. Main course $6; side dishes $1-$1.75. Take-outs available; call 216-421-2080 ext 355 after 4 p.m. Other information: 216-421-2080 ext 330. * * * * * * * * * * * News of Other Sorts:
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Collection Update Jan 2: $3101 Jan 9: $2606 Jan 16: $3096 Jan 23: $1742 Total: $10, 545 Weekly amount needed to meet budget: $3231 Bill McLaughlin
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