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The Community of St. Malachi Newsletter
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2459 WASHINGTON AVENUE CLEVELAND, OHIO 44114
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The Community of St. Malachi – First Personal Parish of the Diocese of Cleveland
Celebrating Faith in God and in the Future!
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The Community of St. Malachi – First Personal Parish of the Diocese of Cleveland
Celebrating Faith in God and in the Future!
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Pentecost
Sunday
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May
11,
2008
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Sharing Thoughts on the Cluster Vision Statement
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 On Sunday, May 4, the draft of the “Vision Statement” for the cluster was
distributed after the 11:00 liturgy. There will be an opportunity to provide
direct feedback to the Community of St. Malachi cluster team after liturgy on
Sunday, May 18, regarding this draft. This opportunity will take place at Coffee
Hour.
If you are not able to attend, but would like to share your thoughts, please
send them to any of the CSM cluster team members: Kay Vine, Karen Duffy, Bob
Simoneau, Fr. Tony, or Jim Connell. The vision statement will serve as a main
guide to the full cluster team in shaping the scenarios for the cluster.
Personal Needs Fund Raiser
Thank you to all the wonderful volunteers who made the fundraiser such a huge
success! The Personal Needs Fund has increased by $1615.00! A
special thanks to Fred Leonard
for his endless energy and vision.
Retreat and Reflection Day for Women
A Day of Reflection with Women Leaders in the Early Church led by
Christine Schenk, CSJ -- Discover hidden biblical and historical women leaders
of early Christianity including the prophet Anna, the Samaritan woman, the woman
with the flow of blood, Mary of Magdala, the anointing woman, Prisca, Junia,
Phoebe, Lydia, Euodia, Syntyche, Petronilla, Veneranda, Theodora and Olympias.
There will be time for prayer, reflection, small group sharing and
discernment about what it means to be “women of the word” today. Mark your
calendar for Saturday, May 24 from 11:00am – 4:00pm. Join us for
4:30 Mass. We will meet in the St. Malachi rectory for an early lunch and
continue our day in St. Malachi Church. A minimum donation of $10 is appreciated
but not required. To register, please call Jackie Bluett at 440-590-0394 or
email her at jackierose@aol.com
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PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS
the following families and friends who
have
experienced the loss of a loved one:
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Alyia Taylor-Ayers, daughter of Stephanie Taylor- Ayers
- Martin Trojan, grandson of Charles (Karol) Straka
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 the armed forces, and their
families:
Ricky Brezinski, David Bugaj, Aaron Cimo, Brian Collins, Jim Curtin, Gary
Faerber, Michael Gomez, T. J. Gordon, Andrew Harlan,, Bill Nelligan, Tom Nemes,
Michael O’Neil, John Parkowski, , Dave Salinas, Povented P. Taylor Jr., Louis
Torres, Victor Valentino Jr., Michael Whalen.
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Proposed Community of St. Malachi
FY 2008-2009 Operating Budget
As a part of this Newsletter, the CSM Finance Council is presenting the
proposed Community of St. Malachi Operating Budget for the Fiscal Year
2008-2009. The proposed operating budget was presented to the CSM Council on
Thursday, May 1, and is published here for your review and comment. The budget
will be voted on at the CSM Council meeting on Thursday, June 5.
The proposed operating budget spreadsheet includes the status of the
Community finances for this fiscal year, as of April 30, 2008. It also includes
the status for the complete year, fiscal 2006-2007. Some highlights of the
proposed operating budget are the following. The Fair Share Salaries are raised
by three percent. The Fair Share Operating costs are expected to be
substantially lower than budgeted for this year. This results from some
economies in operation and contributions from Lakeside Academy to operating
costs.
There is about an additional $3,200 in CSM direct operating costs. The
Diocesan assessment is expected to be slightly lower. Coffee Hour is budgeted to
pay for itself. Our committees have become much more active the past two years,
something we all welcome, and as a result proposed committee expenses of $14,650
exceed those of FY 2006-2007 by $5,450. Christian Formation and some committee
activity also produce some income. To do all of the things the Community
needs and wants to do we will need a Regular Collection income of $176,500,
which is 10 percent above what was donated in FY 2006-2007 with more members.
This will be a real challenge. The present Community operating reserve
is $18,415, which is well below the recommended minimum of three months.
In addition to the operating budget the Community has a number of activities
and funds that are restricted, either by donor specification or by Finance
Council action. These include donor restricted funds: the Monday Night Meal,
Monday Night Medical, Personal Needs Fund and a bequest to the Community that
has been used for church improvements. The Community maintains accounts for the
Men’s Retreat and the National Catholic Youth Conference, which are mostly
self-supported and not part of the operating budget.
Finally, the Finance Council has determined to restrict the rental income
from Lakeside Academy and is currently using it only for major repairs, such as
the new boiler, and for paying down the Community debt to the Diocese. At the
end of FY 2008-2009, barring any new major repair, the net positive balance in
this account should exceed $30,000. This will be close to the end of the lease
and the future of Lakeside Academy should be known. Also, the clustering
decisions will have been made. The Finance Council will revisit the status of
these funds and our decision at that time.
Throughout its history the Community of St. Malachi has recognized and has
been blessed by the varied gifts of its members and friends. The Community
spirit has encouraged others to share their time, talent and treasure in the
service of God’s people, and these are all part of the Community’s gifts to
the Church.
This budget represents a projected monetary total for specific efforts during
the current year. While it addresses certain needs, it does not represent the
countless hours and multiple talents given by many to keep the Community, the
facilities, and the many ministries of St. Malachi thriving. (This statement was
affirmed by Council in June 2006 and is repeated here for all.) The complete
Finance Report is presented to Council at every meeting and available to
Community members at any time.
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Community of St. Malachi
FY 2008-2009 Proposed Budget with Previous Year
Comparisons
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Proposed |
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Year-to |
Year-to |
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2008/2009 |
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2007/2008 |
Date |
Date |
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2006/2007 |
2006/2007 |
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OPERATING FUND |
Budget |
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Budget |
Budget |
Actual |
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Budget |
Actual |
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Income (Receipts) |
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Regular Collections |
176,500.00 |
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178,430.00 |
148,691.67 |
132,666.33 |
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170,000.00 |
159,787.58 |
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Special Gifts |
12,000.00 |
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14,000.00 |
11,666.67 |
10,869.84 |
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15,000.00 |
14,833.48 |
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Coffee Hour |
2,700.00 |
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3,200.00 |
2,666.67 |
1,959.00 |
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2,500.00 |
3,195.50 |
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Interest Income |
2,800.00 |
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3,500.00 |
2,916.67 |
1,162.34 |
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2,000.00 |
4,611.44 |
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Other Income |
0.00 |
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0.00 |
0.00 |
0.00 |
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0.00 |
0.00 |
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Christian Formation |
4,400.00 |
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4,200.00 |
3,500.00 |
3,850.00 |
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3,800.00 |
3,662.00 |
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Communications Committee |
0.00 |
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0.00 |
0.00 |
0.00 |
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0.00 |
0.00 |
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Hospitality Committee |
0.00 |
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0.00 |
0.00 |
140.00 |
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150.00 |
120.00 |
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Liturgy Committee |
0.00 |
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0.00 |
0.00 |
75.00 |
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0.00 |
325.00 |
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Membership Committee |
0.00 |
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0.00 |
0.00 |
140.00 |
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0.00 |
100.00 |
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Social Action Committee |
0.00 |
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300.00 |
250.00 |
165.00 |
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0.00 |
290.00 |
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Spiritual Development Committee |
450.00 |
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870.00 |
725.00 |
426.00 |
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0.00 |
712.62 |
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St. Malachi Center |
0.00 |
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0.00 |
0.00 |
0.00 |
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0.00 |
115.00 |
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Support of Related Ministries |
0.00 |
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0.00 |
0.00 |
0.00 |
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0.00 |
540.00 |
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Total Income |
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198,850.00 |
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204,500.00 |
170,416.67 |
151,453.51 |
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193,450.00 |
188,292.62 |
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Expenses (Disbursements) |
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Fair Share of Salaries & Benefits |
98,800.00 |
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95,100.00 |
79,250.00 |
79,400.00 |
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97,000.00 |
95,775.78 |
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Fair Share of Operating Costs |
42,000.00 |
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51,000.00 |
42,500.00 |
32,041.84 |
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49,610.00 |
44,369.75 |
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Diocesan Assessment |
25,500.00 |
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26,500.00 |
22,083.33 |
20,356.00 |
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23,000.00 |
22,884.00 |
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CSM Office |
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700.00 |
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700.00 |
583.33 |
470.55 |
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600.00 |
964.17 |
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Bank Fees |
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200.00 |
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200.00 |
166.67 |
108.00 |
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200.00 |
168.97 |
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Community Council |
2,300.00 |
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500.00 |
416.67 |
1,370.91 |
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500.00 |
396.75 |
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Coffee Hour |
2,700.00 |
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3,200.00 |
2,666.67 |
2,384.60 |
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3,175.00 |
2,694.89 |
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Christian Formation |
6,400.00 |
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6,700.00 |
5,583.33 |
4,080.65 |
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6,000.00 |
5,948.49 |
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Communications |
150.00 |
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300.00 |
250.00 |
150.00 |
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100.00 |
0.00 |
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Hospitality |
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450.00 |
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150.00 |
125.00 |
165.28 |
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200.00 |
362.69 |
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Liturgy |
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2,500.00 |
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2,275.00 |
1,895.83 |
1,605.34 |
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1,000.00 |
1,550.42 |
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Membership |
450.00 |
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450.00 |
375.00 |
361.18 |
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400.00 |
23.63 |
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Social Action |
2,150.00 |
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2,175.00 |
1,812.50 |
991.47 |
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500.00 |
743.93 |
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Spiritual Development |
2,550.00 |
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3,250.00 |
2,708.33 |
1,778.57 |
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1,000.00 |
883.71 |
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St. Malachi Center |
10,000.00 |
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10,000.00 |
8,333.33 |
8,330.00 |
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10,000.00 |
10,115.00 |
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Support of Related Ministries; Urban School, Fut. Church, Mal. House,
WSCC |
2,000.00 |
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2,000.00 |
1,666.67 |
2,000.00 |
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2,000.00 |
2,000.00 |
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Total Expenses |
198,850.00 |
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204,500.00 |
170,416.67 |
155,594.39 |
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195,285.00 |
188,882.18 |
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Operational Surplus (Deficit) |
0.00 |
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0.00 |
0.00 |
(4,140.88) |
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(1,835.00) |
(589.56) |
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Monday Night Meals
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May 12:Rigatoni May 19: Beef Stew May 26: Hot Dogs and buns
June 9 :
Rigatoni |
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John Delzani 440-331-1743 (H) 440-356-5633(Work) jdelzani@juno.com |
Spiritual Development Committee
Chairperson contact: Jackie Bluett 440-526-8574 jackierose@aol.com
Being the People of God Speaker Series
Being the People of God is a series about answering the call of our Baptism.
Fr. Mike Woost, theology professor at St. Mary Seminary will present the third
of the baptismal Charisms: King/Servant on Tuesday, May 20 at 7:00pm in the
school hall. We will break up into groups at the end of the evening to reflect
and bring to light how to manifest what we have learned. Please join us
whether you attended any other parts of the series or not.
Wednesday Evening Prayer
Please join the Spiritual Development Committee for Wednesday evening prayer.
On Wednesday, May 14 the prayer is Taize Prayer: a meditative candlelit service
including simple chants sung repeatedly, rich silence and prayers of praise and
intercession. Meet at 6:30pm in the Church.
Next Wednesday, May 2 at 6:00pm is Bridges to Contemplation which uses Thomas
Merton’s writings as a starting point for contemplation and discussion.
Christian Formation Committee
Chairperson contact: Diane Brinich 216-521-1360 mbrinich@juno.com
Another school year is coming to a close. We served 117 students in
Kindergarten through 12th grade.
Special thanks to our
teachers: Anita Fox, Ian Etheart, Eileen Zaferopolos, Meg Corrigan, Kay
Vine, Emily Lockshine, Joe and Joanne Kapitan, Bill and Michelle Johansen, Jen
DeJohn, Rick Zimmerman, and Carrie Sekarak.
Thanks to our teaching
assistants: Madeline and Claire Fox, Terri Slivka, Jennifer Elaban,
and Freddie Myers.
Throughout the year several
substitute teachers gave generously of their time. Thanks to Jan Leitch, Kevin
Aylward, Barb Aylward, and Ron Perger.
Thank you to Pete and Kathy Burke
for continuing to offer their home for the senior high class to meet in such a
welcoming space and for providing the meals for the retreats.
The program has been so successful
because of the generous support from these individuals and through the
leadership of Karen Duffy. We as a community are blessed by so many people
who give witness to our youth.
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Book Discussion
A big thank you goes out to Sarah and Karl Toth for hosting our April
group. Amazing Grace was a very thought provoking movie
May meeting is Wednesday May 28, 7:00pm. Book that will be
discussed is Farewell to Manzanar by Jeanne Wakatsuki
Houston. We will meet at the home of Syndie Eardly (1357 Giel
Avenue, Lakewood, 216-228-6328).
The book for June is My Sister’s Keeper by Jodi Picoult.
Lost Boys of Sudan Benefit
One of the Lost Boys of Sudan attends church at St. Malachi's. On
Saturday, May 17, the Friends of the Sudanese Lost Boys of Cleveland will host a
Bowl-a-Thon fundraiser at Fairview Lanes from 7-9:30 pm. The money raised
will help fund the education and citizenship goals of the Sudanese Lost Boys
living in Cleveland. Please bring your family and friends for a fun filled
evening. It will include glow in the dark bowling, snacks, entertainment,
and a silent auction. The cost is $20.00per person or $75.00 per
family. For further information, please contact Suzy and Matt
Parnell at 216-496-1806 or Debbie and Harry McDonald at 216-233-4762.
Come to the Holy Banquet: the music of Evelyn Davis Haettenschwiller
Come sing and praise with former CSM member Annemarie (Malasi) Pickering and
friends as we pay tribute to our own Evelyn in a presentation of her music,
Friday June 6 at 7:00pm in church. More details coming soon!
St. Malachi Center
St. Malachi Center’s Anniversary Raffle
This year, the St. Malachi Center
is offering a “progressive” raffle, with drawings every month! The Center
held the first monthly drawing Wednesday April 30 after Noon Mass. Paul
Forthofer won $250; Rosemary Cesco won $150; Greg Gacka won $100. Their winning
tickets have gone back into the “hopper” and are eligible to win the other
monthly and the grand or runner-up prize.
The next drawing is Monday June 2. The grand prize drawing is Saturday
November 8 for $5000 and a runner-up prize of $1000. Purchase your tickets TODAY
for the next drawing at Coffee Hour or see Cathy Graham, Jackie Bluett or Ginny
Suhr to buy or sell tickets. Tickets are only $12/each or three for $30! Email St_Malachi@ameritech.net or
call 216- 771-3036. The seller of the grand prize ticket receives $250 and the
person who sells the most tickets receives $250!
Golf Outing
The Sixteenth Annual St. Malachi Center Golf Outing is Friday August
29. Please save the date. Watch for more details here and on StMalachiCenter.org.
Witness T-Shirts
Are you a witness? Witness T-shirts are available at Malachi Mart. The
T-shirts continue to be available in adult sizes for $10. All proceeds go to St.
Malachi Center.
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Eucharistic Ministers:
May 18: Jackie Bluett, Cynthia Bender, Theresa Chinnock, Jim Connell, Phil
Daly, Joan Daly, Diane Dorenkott, Jan Durkalski, Chris Dusek, Al Myers, Jen
DeJohn
May 25: Mary Englert, John Gerace, Charles Gerheim, Heather Gerheim Gladden,
Brian Horning, Duane Horning, Rose Horning, Anita Fox, Kate Galo, Marie James,
Stephanie Pritts
2008 Calendar
Refer to the information above for complete details.
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Wednesday Evening Prayer |
6pm Wed. May 14 |
St. Malachi Church |
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Lost Boys of Sudan Benefit |
7pm Sat. May 17 |
Fairview Lanes |
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Cluster Vision Discussion |
Coffee Hour Sun. May 18 |
St. Malachi Church Hall |
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Being the People of God |
7pm Tues. May 20 |
St. Malachi Church Hall |
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Book Discussion |
7pm Wed. May 28 |
Home of the Syndie Eardly |
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Community Council Meeting |
6:30pm Thurs. June 5 |
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Come to the Holy Banquet Concert |
7pm Fri. June 6 |
St. Malachi Church |
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St. Malachi Center Golf Outing |
Fri. Aug. 29 |
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The Community of St. Malachi
First Lay-Directed Personal Parish of the Diocese of Cleveland
Celebrating Faith in God and in the Future
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Community of St. Malachi
Meeting Minutes from May 1, 2008 Council Meeting
Pending approval
Present: Jim Connell, Kay Vine, Joan Daley, Diane Brinich, Marie James, Paul
Kunkel, Mary Ann Kunkel, Mike Petit, Ron Perger, Jackie Bluett, Bob Simoneau,
Pam Pulizzi, Ron Perger, Nancy Mura, Barb Pistillo, Lou Keim, Fr. Tony,
Call to order at 6:35 pm
Prayer – led by Kay Vine
Minutes from the April Meeting were not available at this time and will
be approved at the June meeting.
Agenda Items:
Jackie gave a report on her attendance at a meeting with the Bishop.
Bob reviewed the proposed budget that will be distributed in the next
Newsletter and took comments and feedback.
Discussion regarding Cluster update: Two Community meetings will be held. One
on Sunday, May 18 following the 11 am Mass to dialogue about or answer any
questions related to the Cluster vision statement. Another meeting will be held
on a week night TBD to respond to scenarios and get other input and feedback
from Community members.
Discussion regarding the production of the minutes from the Council meeting:
Council members agreed to release the draft, pending approval in the Newsletter
following the meeting.
Jim asked for feedback regarding the change to doing announcements at the end
of Mass as well as the length of the announcements.
Pastors Report:
Fr. Tony brought up the Catholic Cemeteries’ offer to send CSM members
packets to each household for information about Catholic cemeteries. Motion was
made to send them our mailing list. After discussion, motion was defeated 8 to
5. Motion by Kay Vine to have Catholic cemeteries send us packets for CSM to
pass out. Motion was passed.
Committee Reports:
a. Jackie Bluett, Spiritual Development Chair, made an announcement
concerning Fr. Woost’s talk on May 6, at 7pm.
b. Joan Daley announced the stage performance to be given in November on
the martyrs in El Salvador.
c. Kay Vine reported on the Parish Council meeting. The Council decided
not to do Stewardship. She also gave a report on Central West district about
the activities of parishes regarding the safety of children. It will
continue to be discussed.
d. The new council will be installed at the 11am liturgy on Sunday, May
18.
e. Other reports were done via paper form updates
At the Thursday, June 5 CSM Council meeting, the business will be handled
from 6:30 to 7:30pm.The new Council will begin at 7:45 for discernment for new
council president and vice-president.
The Annual Report was distributed.
The meeting adjourned at 8:48 PM.
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