The Community of St. Malachi Newsletter  

· What Caused The Sex Abuse Crisis?
· Presentation By Justice Anne Burke
· Welcome Series
· Health Department
· Special Prayers Roster
· Prayers and Aid for Tsunami Victims
· Congratulations
· Living Peace Yard Signs Available
· St. Malachi’s Gospel Discussion Forum
· Thanks To All Who Helped ‘Undecorate’ Church
· 11 A.M. Mass Intentions Available
· Joint Meeting of Liturgy Committees
· Malachi Book Club Meeting
· Irish American Archives Society Awards Dinner

Newsletter Editor: Mary Englert MTEnglert@juno.com

  The Community of St. Malachi – First Personal Parish of the Diocese of Cleveland
Celebrating Faith in God and in the Future! 

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 23, 2005

That’s the title of an attached pamphlet about the findings of the Church’s National Review Board. A second attached pamphlet describes the Cleveland diocese’s Virtus “Plan to Protect God’s Children.” CSM members are asked to review these attachments in preparation for a special community “get together” scheduled for SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6,immediately following our 11 o’clock Liturgy

Questions? Call Kathy Burke (216-228-6787) or Marty Miller (216-531-9293). (Also, please note. The task force meeting originally scheduled for this past Thursday has been changed to this coming Thursday, Jan. 27, in the rectory. All welcome.)

In a special meeting held Sunday, Jan. 16, the CSM Community Council voted unanimously to co-sponsor with FutureChurch a presentation by Justice Anne Burke . She is former chair of the National Review Board and will discuss its recommendations and how laity can support their implementation.

7 p.m. Wednesday, March 2 River’s Edge at St. Joseph Center, 3430 Rocky River Dr., Cleveland Questions? Call FutureChurch, 216-228-0869

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Our Membership Committee will open an afternoon Welcome Series following our Jan. 30th 11 o’clock Liturgy. It will be in St. Malachi Center (across the parking lot behind the church) and will start with a lunch and sharing, followed by information about the Community of St. Malachi and Malachi ministries

All new and prospective members are encouraged to attend, as well as members who have not had the opportunity earlier to participate in a Welcome Series. The lunch is complimentary but you are asked to call ahead so appropriate arrangements can be made. Rose Horning (216-228-4234) or Cynthia Bender (216-521-4488).

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CSM HEALTH DEPARTMENT –    Please keep in your prayers

CSM SPECIAL PRAYERS ROSTER  –  Please keep in your prayers all the victims of warfare, both military and civilian, as well as these young people now in military service, and their families:

If you missed the opportunity to contribute to our recent collection for these victims, there is still time to make a donation. Please make your gift payable to Community of St. Malachi , mark the check or envelope with the words “Tsunami Aid” and place it in the collection basket or drop it off at the rectory. All funds will be sent to Catholic Relief Services.

CSM CONGRATULATIONS to Rebecca (Becky) McKenna, who yesterday was among those in St. John Cathedral ceremonies receiving diocesan certification as lay ecclesial (pastoral) ministers. The wife of Deacon Kevin McKenna, Becky is a member of St. Malachi Parish, an associate member of the Congregation of St. Joseph, and a teacher at St. Joseph Academy. The McKennas have a daughter, Elizabeth, and a son, John..

Message from Rose Horning: “As a follow-up to the Advent Series on Living Peace, yard signs promoting peace and non-violence are now available. They may be purchased at coffee hour with a donation of $5 per sign. They are fairly weatherproof and come with a metal bracket. Look for them as you enter the hall.” - R. H.

Join the conversations: The St. Malachi’s Vine and Branches Gospel Discussion Forum allows CSM members and St. Malachi parishioners to link to the Scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday’s Liturgy of the Word and, if so moved, to post a reflection. In addition to spiritual preparation for Sunday’s Liturgy, the forum provides a format for deepening our understanding of God’s Word and its impact in our lives through shared reflection. Visit the forum at www.stmalachi.org/parish/forum. Anyone wishing to have the forum electronically delivered each week, please send an e-mail to vineandbranchesforum@hotmail.com using the words “add forum” to the subject line.

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Message from KAY VINE: “Thanks to all who helped ‘undecorate’ the church January 9th. It is just as blessed to take down as to put up! These include Joe (dad) and Joe (son) Nagel; Marge Nauman; Henry Speier; John Karliak; Joe Pulizzi; Beth, Rob, Philip and Maron Bullock; Becky Pelican; several members of the L’Arche Community; Paul and Mary Ann Kunkel; Joe Wegryznowski; Maureen Goodyear; Fr. Tony; Sr. Francis (who supplied the refreshments); Bob and Arlene Corrigan; as well as several others whose names are not known to us but for whose help we are most grateful! Also, special thanks to Teresa Andreani and Becky McKenna for their work on new altar cloths.” - K.V. (Ed. Note: and special thanks, too, to Kay Vine, herself, for all her work in this and so many other regards around here, year after year!)

Message from CAROL LAVELLE: “There are a number of 11 a.m. Masses available to CS members from April until the end of the year. If interested in scheduling a Mass intention, please call the rectory at 216-781-3110.” - C.L.

Message from CHARLENE McELWEE: “The next joint meeting of the Community of St.Malachi and St. Malachi Parish liturgy committees will be to plan for our Lent/Easter season. It is scheduled for 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, in the rectory. Help will be needed for a variety of projects, including slide selection for Palm Sunday and planning for the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday afternoon. All are welcome. For further information call me at the rectory, 216-781-3110 or 216-861-5343.” - C.M.

Malachi Book Club – Meeting and discussion with Kristin Ohlson, author of “Stalking the Divine,” 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26, Helen Brinich’s home.  Participants are asked to call Helen in advance to allow for appropriate arrangements (216-221-3949). February book, “Fr. Joe: The Man Who Saved My Soul” by Tony Hendra. Questions: Casey Stangel, 440-234-8766.

Irish American Archives Society - “Walks of Life” Awards Dinner, 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 24, Windows by the River in the Flats. Awardees to be honored: Fr. Jim O’Donnell, Judge Bill and Judy Corrigan, Pat Dowd, Mike O’Malley and Patrick Leneghan. Tickets: $50. Details: Rosemarie Feighan DeJohn (216-228-0000), Jerry Sheehan (216-691-0547) or Mary Englert (216-228-8417).

“Soup for the Soul” Benefit for St. Malachi Center - 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Mar. 3, LaCentre Banquet Facility, 25777 Detroit Rd., Westlake. Tickets: $50 until Feb. 18; thereafter $60 until Feb. 28 or sell-out. Order from Nancy Saegel, 5248 West Park Dr., North Olmsted, OH 44070. Volunteers call Rosemary Ethéart, 440-356-9920. To donate auction and raffle items, through Feb. 4, call Jackie Bluett, 216-771-3036.

St. Wendelin - Annual Polka Mass/Dinner Dance, Saturday, Feb. 12. Tickets: $25, available from St. Wendelin rectory, 216-861-1141.

World Wide Marriage Encounter - Marriage Day Celebration Mass, 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 6, Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 4423 Pearl Rd., Cleveland; reception in Marian Lounge will follow. Details: Patrick or Barbara Nugent, 440-356-8837. Marriage Encounter Weekends, Feb. 18-20 and Apr. 8-10; information: Rose or Ken Breen, 440-899-9002.

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Message from Rev. RALPH WIATROWSKI, Chancellor, Diocese of Cleveland: “Catholics across the Diocese of Cleveland will soon be receiving a large envelope at home from the office of Bishop Anthony M. Pilla. ‘A Report to the Community from the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland 2004’ is an initial effort to better acquaint everyone with the extensive temporal, spiritual, educational and charitable contributions made by the people of the diocese. This annual report also includes a financial overview. Your attention to this document is appreciated.” - Rev. R.W.

Another message from KAY VINE – (this is excerpted from her Jan. 2 Communion reflection):

“Thirty years ago, the CSM was established as an official parish of the Diocese of Cleveland. It actually had its beginnings eight years earlier – in late 1967 – as a small group began responding to the call of the Second Vatican Council. They gathered each Sunday for the celebration of the Liturgy in this church at 11 a.m. Gradually, the formation of “community” began with some home-based prayer times and liturgical services, as well as social (really, ‘food-based’) gatherings. Challenging conversations and an activist spirit led to the formation of committees to address needs of this particular neighborhood and eventually the organization of a new type of parish – one personally chosen by its members.

“These were remarkable times, both in social climate and church culture! The growth of this new parish also was remarkable. A vibrant sense of faith and the beauty of spiritual life was witnessed. The importance of stewardship for an area of this city that was not one’s own backyard was also part of the active expression of living the Gospel. Those, of course, continue today.

“In this 30th anniversary year, the Community of St. .Malachi continues to be challenged to its ‘groundbreaking’ call.Rich FAITH IN God established a history. The work of the CSM and its many partners – especially St. Malachi Parish – help bring HOPE to many each day. The call of the future is OUR RESPONSE to God’s call to LOVE in the continued living of faith as a community. ..” - K.V.

Prayer Walk for Peace - every Wednesday, with group gathering at 7:15 p.m. in St. Malachi parking lot for prayerful walk to Public Square and further prayer there. All ages welcome.

Come to the Quiet – time of prayer, 5-9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26, program of Centering Space, 14812 Lake Ave., Lakewood (behind St. Augustine Academy); includes simple meal and private prayer time. Suggested donation: $20; reservations: 216-228-7451. Reflective prayer 7-8:30 every Tuesday evening. All welcome. Information: 216-228-7451.

Beginning Experience Weekend - For divorced, separated and widowed men and women of all ages who wish to let go of a painful past and create a more peace-filled future, presented by people who have “been there” – Feb. 11-13, St. Joseph Christian Life Center, 18485 Lake Shore Blvd., Cleveland. Information: Irene (330-706-1512) or Frank (440-473-0457).

Single Catholics/Cayomaw Club - Get-acquainted party for single Catholic young men and women 21 years and over, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, Michael’s Restaurant, 19797 Detroit Rd., Rocky River. Details: Michelle, 440-610-3190.

Sandwiches, doughnuts and coffee are served daily at the rectory. Volunteers are needed, especially weekdays. Call Sr. Francis at 216-861-5340 or 216-781-311

(Weekly amount needed to meet budget: $2942. Please make checks payable to Community of St. Malachi) Ed Shemo

Jan 24: Chicken

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