The Community of St. Malachi Newsletter  

· Maryknoll Stations Of The Cross
· A Voice Of Their Own: Authority of the Local Parish”
· Congratulations
· Our ‘Jesus Tree’ & ‘Table Of The Lord’ Program
· Health Department
· Special Prayers Roster
· Prayer, Reflection And Scripture Resources
· Religions of the World, Focus On Judaism And Islam
· The Liturgy Committee Needs You!
· Volunteers Needed: St. Malachi Center’s Soup For The Soul!
· Save the Date! Seder Celebration
· Conference: United Seniors Legislative Action Program

· Irish American Archives Society “Walks of Life” Awards Dinner
· St. Malachi Book Club Meeting
· Two-Year Training: Ignatius Loyola’s Spiritual Exercises
· Seeds of Literacy Tutoring Training
· Message From Barb Starre
· Create Life Book to Record Our Most Precious Legacy…
· Regular Weekly Collection
· Monday Night Meal Menus
· Deadlines

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! 

 Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time 

 February 11, 2007 

The CSM Spiritual Development Committee will sponsor the 

MARYKNOLL STATIONS OF THE CROSS

 6-7 p.m. every Friday during Lent -- beginning Feb. 23 - in St. Malachi Church.

Says Jan Leitch: “Each Friday we will journey along two stations with meditations, prayer and shared reflection. The Maryknoll Stations offer a social justice point of view. Join us any or all Fridays.”

Information: Jan Leitch, 216-521-6376.

Join FutureChurch in Welcoming 
WILLIAM A. CLARK, SJ, STD
He will discuss 

“A Voice of Their Own: The Authority of the Local Parish”

7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27: 
Dolan Center for Science and Technology, 
John Carroll University, 20700 North Park Blvd., University Heights

In his same-titled book, Fr. Clark argues that the local parish community gives the Church its real and concrete authority. In his talk, he will reflect on a theology of parish that empowers the laity to renew the whole Church through the renewal of the local community. Fr. Clark is assistant professor of religious studies at Holy Cross College, Worcester, MA, and is experienced in parish pastoral work, retreat direction, and music ministry.

His talk here is co-sponsored by JCU Institute of Catholic Studies – Cardinal Suenens Center in Theology and Church Life – Campus Ministry – Department of Religious Studies – Department of Communications and Theater Arts. - Free Will Offering. - Information: FutureChurch, 216-228-0869.

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  to Pat and Helen McDonnell, who celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary with renewal of marriage vows during our 11 o’clock Liturgy last Sunday, Feb. 4, witnessed by Fr. Jim O’Donnell, who cheerfully announced he had also been with them that first time as well.

CONGRATULATIONS, too, to these second graders who received the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time on Jan. 23:

 “You may have noticed the tree banner hanging to the left of the sanctuary. This is our ‘Jesus Tree’ and is part of the First Eucharist ‘Table of the Lord’ program. The leaves on the tree have the names of each of the children who will receive the Eucharist for the first time in April. Each week a symbol will be added to the banner. The symbols represent the stories that the children will be learning during their preparation. Each story connects to a part of the Mass. The stories are: The Wedding at Cana (Introductory Rite); Zacchaeus (Penitential Rite); The Good Samaritan (Gospel); The Daughter of Jairus (General Intercession); Martha and Mary (Preparation of the Altar and Gifts); Jesus Feeds the 5,000 (Eucharistic Prayer); The Last Supper (Memorial Acclamation); The Breakfast at the Lake (Sign of Peace); The Road to Emmaus (Communion Rite); Jesus in Others (Concluding Rite). 

Please keep our second graders in your prayers as they prepare to join us at the Table of the Lord.” - K.D.

CSM HEALTH DEPARTMENT – 

 – Please keep in your prayers

 – Please keep in your prayers all the victims of warfare, both military and civilian, as well as these young people now in the armed forces,

and their families: Ricky Brezinski, David Bugaj, Brian Chambers, Brian Collins, Jim Curtin, Gary Faerber, Michael Gomez, T. J. Gordon, Andrew Harlan, Rob Kastelic, David McLaughlin, Randy Mieskowski, Bill Nelligan, Tom Nemes, Michael O’Neil, John Parkowski, Kate Rybarczyk. Dave Salinas, Povented P. Taylor Jr., Louis Torres, Victor Valentino Jr., Miachael Whalen.

Message from Mike Pellegrino: “You can 

Make Sunday’s readings part of your personal prayer during the week

For prayer, reflection and Scripture resources: http://liturgy.slu.edu/ ” --M.P.

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“The Religions of the World, Focus on Judaism and Islam”

  – Five-part series presented by Fr. Joseph Hilinski, Cleveland Diocese Interfaith Director, 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays, beginning Feb. 13, St. Malachi school hall. Co-sponsored by St. Malachi Spiritual Development Committee and Cleveland Central West District. Info: Jackie Bluett, 440-590-0394 (jackierose@aol.com) or Mary Jane Treichel (mjtreichel@gmail.com )

“The Liturgy Committee needs you!

Have you ever wanted to get more involved with our liturgy preparation here at St. Malachi but been frustrated by time constraints and don’t want to commit to attending monthly meetings? Here’s a chance to help energize our Easter Season! We need a network of small groups (two to four people) to reflect on/react to the Scripture readings of the Sundays of Eastertime. All you need to be available for is one meeting, lasting about 1 ½ hours, to be scheduled at a mutually agreeable time and place, and be willing to read, listen and react to the Word of God. You need not be a theologian or Scripture scholar. Members of the committee will serve as facilitators and data gatherers. Need more information? Call Mike Petit, CSM Liturgy chair (440-884-9309) or Charlene McElwee (781-3110).

“Volunteers needed for
St. Malachi Center’s annual Soup for the Soul fundraiser!

If you have never been, you are missing quite a pleasant evening. If you are willing to help for just an hour or so during the event or if you know any groups (students, organizations) looking for volunteer opportunities here is an exciting chance that benefits the center. 

This year the benefit will be held 
Thursday, Mar. 29, at the 
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 
Cleveland City Centre, 
777 St. Clair Ave. 

Contact: Pam Pulizzi, 216-941-5054 - or at pam_pulizzi@yahoo.com ” – P.P.

Message from Coletta Taddeo:

“Save the date! 

Seder Celebration

Wednesday of Holy Week, Apr. 4. Join us in celebrating this source of education, inspiration and fellowship with our Jewish friends at this holy time of the year.” - C.T. 330-659-0929

Message from Helen Misener:

“Conference for a United Seniors Legislative Action Program

8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26, Trinity Cathedral; 2230 Euclid Ave. (entrance from Prospect Ave.). Keynote speaker: U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown. Workshops on Medicare; Social Security and Pensions; Senior Housing; the Older Americans Act and Caregiver Support and community based care; Adult Protective Services and Kinship Care. Admission free, with donut breakfast and lunch provided.” – H.M. 440-427-8023

Irish American Archives Society – “Walks of Life” Awards Dinner

5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22, Windows on the River (The Powerhouse) in the Flats. 2007 honorees: Sr. Maureen Burke, SND; George Condon; Gerald M. (Jerry) Quinn; Thomas C. Sullivan Sr. Reservations, by Feb. 14: $55. Information: Rosemarie Feighan DeJohn (228-0000) or Jerry Sheehan (216-691-0547).

St. Malachi Book Club - Meeting

7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, home of Sarah and Karl Toth, 7641 Ragall Parkway, Middleburg Hts. (440-826-3144). Program: movie “Spitfire Grill,” followed by discussion. March book: “Three Cups of Tea” by Greg Mortenson. Information: Casey Stangel, 440-234-8766.

John Carroll University – 

Ignatian Spirituality Institute’s two-year training 

for spiritual directors in the tradition of Ignatius Loyola’s Spiritual Exercises begins in the fall of 2007, with applications due Apr. 2. Information night, 7-9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26, Administration Building Faculty Lounge. Information: Joan Nuth, Ph.D., director, 216-397-1599.

Seeds of Literacy - Tutoring training

orientation 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21; session 1, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24; session 2, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 3. Info: Christine Lee, 216-651-4302.

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“Dear Malachi Friends: I think about all you wonderful people often and am grateful for all the love and support you gave to Dave and me during his illness. There is nothing more precious than the friendship and love you so generously shared. I recently read ‘A Grief Observed’ by C. S. Lewis. It is an account of his dealing with the loss of his wife after only a short period of marriage. Lewis married late in life after falling madly in love with an American woman who had been diagnosed with cancer. He went into the marriage knowing full well that their life together may be short lived. The love they shared was extraordinary and many passages in ‘A Grief Observed’ echo how I feel about Dave.

“Lewis wrote of his wife Joy, ‘I will turn to her as often as possible in gladness. I will even salute her with a laugh. The less I mourn her the nearer I seem to her.’ He further writes in the same chapter…’in grief nothing stays put. One keeps on emerging from a phase, but it always recurs. Round and round. Everything repeats. Am I going in circles, or dare I hope I am on a spiral?’

“For me, the grief does not go round and round – the ‘missing him’ occurs at moments when it is less expected – like tender surprises – like tiny blossoms under dry leaves in the springtime – the heart aches but only for a while, then it is warmed by the memory and reality of love shared – the love that never dies – the love that still grows and even flourishes – the love that expands and fills one with an indescribable joy that wells up only to spill out and touch others.

“I am filled with gratitude and love for all the years of emotional and spiritual growth I experienced with my beloved Dave. And I thank all of you for being part of that experience.” - B.S.

“A Program at Starre’s Acres - Leaving a spiritual legacy for our loved ones is important especially in today’s world where we all live in a busy, fast paced culture where our values and beliefs may be buried in the rigors and demands of daily life. A nine month program will take place at Starre’s Acres where we can learn to create a Life Book to record our most precious legacy for those we love. And that legacy has to deal with our spiritual values, what motivates us, and our faith. It is learning to share and tell our unique story of love for those who are important in our lives.

“The nine Life Book sessions will take place on the fourth Saturday of each month, beginning Mar. 24, 2007, from 9 until 11:30 a.m. The cost is $90 for all nine sessions – a linen-bound book may also be purchased at an additional cost.

“The sessions will be presented by Dee Curci, who has created this unique journey of hope and legacy of love. Dee will present a free introductory session at Starre’s Acres at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15 for anyone interested in participating in the Life Book Series and to answer any questions. Please call me, Barbara Starre, at 330-239-1217 if you are interested in attending this free introductory session, or need directions to Starre’s Acres. Life Book flyers and registration forms are available in the Monday Night Meal kitchen or the rectory.” - B.S.

Collections have been well below budget the past three weeks. Please remember to make checks out to the Community of St. Malachi. Also, please note that the Treasurer’s phone number in the roster is in error. The correct phone number for Bob Simoneau is (440) 356-5080.
 

Monday Night Meal Menus

Feb 12: Italian Sausage

Feb 19: Beef Stew

Feb 26: Chili

Mar 5: Rigatoni

Mar 12: Beef Stew

Mar 19: Chicken

Mar 26: Kielbasa

Apr 17: Easter Donation – Sign Up  

Apr 24: Rigatoni 

Bill McLaughlin and John Delzani

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