2007

2006-2007

PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL

Chairperson Tom Kronenberger 792-0109

Vice-Chairperson Gerald Shannon 791-9313

Member-at-Large Bill Mountel 793-7634

Member-at-Large Mary Kay Lynch 731-7155

Member-at-Large Chris Homan 745-9958

Member-at-Large Mark Maxwell 793-6559

Member-at-Large Angie Broughton 793-1926

Athletics Rick Sanz 791-0545

Building & Finance Ray Bauman 984-4239

Religious Ed. Sue Gleason 891-4280

School Comm. Allen Arthur 984-1984

Worship Karen Hulefeld 984-3664

Development Comm. Patty Lowe 793-1112

Community Life Sandie Wubbolding 561-1911

Social Justice Comm. Chris Homan 745-9958

Festival Comm. Sharon Molinaro 936-0004

Communication & Volunteer Recruitment Comm.

Mitch Baker 793-1992

Communion Visits to the Homebound -Members of this ministry take Holy Communion and visit with parishioners who are unable to attend Mass. This service is available for short and long term convalescence. Please call Tom Sweeney (791-3939) or Judy Verny (791-6321).

Driving Ministry– For parishioners needing transportation to weekend Mass, for health related appointments and grocery shopping. Please call Donna Piening (791-7449) or the Parish Office (791-9030).

Prayer Chain – To request prayers for a special intention call the Parish Office (791-9030),

Easter Tuesday, April 10, 2007

Easter Wednesday, April 11, 2007

Easter Thursday, April 12, 2007

Easter Friday, April 13, 2007

Monday, April 9, 2007

Thursday, April 12, 2007

Friday, April 13, 2007

Sunday, April 15, 2007

In today’s Gospel, the tomb of the crucified Jesus is found empty. Love has triumphed. In the emptiness of the tomb we see everything there is to see: eternal life. Death is not a final ending but rather a passage into a glorious new life. We know this in the Risen Jesus. Our joy today is boundless, for the love of God conquers even the dark grip of the tomb.

Living the Word: Plan a very special Resurrection celebration to share with your family.

welcome all the friends and relatives of our parishioners, “home comers” who have moved away or are home from college or the military, bereaved persons whose loved ones have died this past year, Catholics who may occasionally join us, and our neighbors who are of another faith tradition. Happy Easter to you.

The Sisters of St. Joseph of Medaille, who have been in ministry in this archdiocese since 1903, and in St. Vincent Ferrer Parish since 1991 when Sr. Kaye began her position as Director of Religious Education, are currently at a significant juncture in their history.

The newly forming Congregation of St. Joseph, incorporating the Sisters of St. Joseph of Medaille with six other independent congregations of Sisters of St. Joseph, requests that you join in prayer with them in the week ahead as they enter into their inaugural General Chapter. In recognition of the 357 years the Sisters of St. Joseph have ministered in the United States, please consider praying this week for the mission and ministry of the new group.

The Archdiocesan Annual Fund continues this week in our parish. As of this writing we have reached 55% of our parish goal of $31,000. Please be as generous as you can in order to help us reach our parish goal. Every gift helps, and no gift is too small.

PLEASE NOTE: All Parish Offices will be closed Easter Monday. Also, there will be no Solemn Exposition on Monday, April 9. There will be Communion Services Tuesday – Friday.

For the past two years, the Worship Commission has been evaluating the liturgical life of the parish. We found, in our discussion on the Communion Rite during Mass, that the placement of the “Prayer for Peace”, which we have prayed since September 11, 2001, is inappropriate. The Mass itself is the perfect prayer for peace.

The goal of the “Prayer for Peace” is the same as the goal for our Eucharistic Liturgy ~ to prayer for peace and unity. The scriptures, the homily and reception of the Body and Blood of Jesus in Communion form us to become a people of peace.

There are six times during the Mass when we pray for peace, unity and reconciliation:

3. The Eucharistic Prayer. There is a specific Eucharistic Prayer of Reconciliation (the origin of the Prayer for Peace)

After consultation with the Archdiocesan Worship Office, studying General Instruction on the Roman Missal, and further discussion by the Worship Commission, it was agreed that the prayer should be removed from Mass. It was also agreed that the prayer has much power being said by all of us as a community and that we should keep it as a part of our tradition here at St. Vincent Ferrer. Beginning the Sunday after Easter, the entire assembly will be invited to pray the Prayer for Peace before the opening hymn at all of our Masses, led by the lector.

Please welcome the following parishioners who recently joined St. Vincent Parish.

Several Ushers are needed for the Sunday 12:00 noon Mass. This is an opportunity to serve your Church in a worthwhile ministry. Please call Ed DeGregorio @ 791-1160 if interested.

What stones are being moved away so you can be a minister of the Gospel? Consider inviting someone to be a sister, brother, priest, or deacon. Spread the good news: “Jesus is risen!” (John 20:1-9)

Due to an early bulletin deadline… financial numbers were not available. See next weeks bulletin.

Our next-door collection for our St. Vincent for the Poor Society will take place the weekend of April 14 & 15. The baskets will be in the back of Church. Your generosity is appreciated.

So that as a parish we can keep in our prayers those in our community who are ill, St. Vincent Ferrer Parish would like to publish the names of those parishioners and their families who are in the hospital, recovering from an illness or going through treatments. We ask that you contact the Parish Office at 791-9030.

Florence Bailey, Glorianne Barbacane, Tina Borer, Rosemary Carey, Jean Funch-Conrad, Jean Cornett, Joe Crachiolo, Anne Durkin, Ferd Forney, Audrey Hanley, Virginia Howd, Dorothy Huddle, Sarah Kuczaj, Mary Langemeier, Tom Sweeney, Phyllis Villari.

ALL ST. VINCENT FERRER

FALL VOLUNTEERS & CHAPERONES

must participate in a Child Protection Workshop and be Fingerprinted

Workshop & Fingerprinting Dates

New parish volunteers who will be working with children this school year, or those who have not yet had a chance to be fingerprinted or take the workshop will have the opportunity to participate in them at neighboring parishes.

WORKSHOPS: Call to confirm!

St. Susanna – Mason - 398-3821

Sat., 4/14 – 9:00 AM

Mon., 4/23 – 7:00 PM

St. Margaret of York – Loveland – 683-7100

Sun., 4/22 – 12:15 PM

Immaculate Heart of Mary–Beechmont–388-4466

2^nd Monday of each month @7:30PM

3^rd Wednesday of each month @ 4PM

PERMANENT FINGERPRINTING SITES:

Archdiocese of Cincinnati - 421-3131

100 E. 8th Street

Mon. ~ Fri., 9:00AM - 4:00 PM

Holy Trinity, Norwood – 366-4400

Mon. ~ Thurs., 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

St. John, West Chester – 777-6433

Wed., 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Mon. & Tues., 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Sat., 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Additional Child Protection Orientation Workshop and Fingerprinting dates and times can be found at www.catholiccincinnati.org , the Archdiocesan website. Click on “Fingerprinting Information”, then onto “Sites” and “Calendar.” For further information please call Pastoral Associate, Judy Verny, in the Parish Office at 791-6321.

WELCOME! Our parish extends a warm and joyful welcome to Emily Patterson, Timeca Williams, and PREP students, Blake Doyle, Emily Doyle, and Nathan Doyle. All received the sacraments of Baptism, First Eucharist, and Confirmation at Easter Vigil.

Also at Easter Vigil, Tracy Fry, Kevin Kellar, Lori Whitton and PREP students: Tessa Weisenborn, Nick Fry, Charlie Fry, and Mary Margaret Fry joined us at the Lord’s table for First Eucharist and also received the sacrament of Confirmation.

Our thanks to their sponsors: Lois Buford, Tammy Diesel, David Due, Mary Fischer,

Tina Goodwin, Robin Morris, Anne Hoffman, Jeff Homan, Sue Jauch, Ginny Partusch,

Greg Sykes, and Linda Sykes, who walked the faith journey with them for the past nine months.

HAPPY EASTER! PREP & Early Childhood classes will resume next Sunday, April 15^th.

BOOKSHELF SPOTLIGHT

“The giftedness of life is a central theme of these reflections on the Mass. They take their starting points and shape from the Mass itself. It is the liturgy that guides this book, as it should guide and shape our lives. - from the introduction

Every time we pray the Mass we are drawn into the mystery of God’s action in our lives. The Penitential Rite, the Opening Prayer, the Creed, the presentation of the gifts – each becomes a starting point for understanding how God gives gifts of forgiveness, community, and new life. Bishop Nichols also explores the link between the “inner moment” to which we are called. Strengthened in Christ, we are to be the agents of his mission in our world, until we come, at last, to the fullness of future glory.

All those who wish to understand and pray the Mass more deeply will be helped by this book. Clearly and attractively written, it draws on sources both ancient and modern, presenting the Liturgy of the Eucharist in a way that will enrich and inspire.

Legislative Advocacy Day in Columbus, April 25^th The Catholic Conference of Ohio will be hosting a “Legislative Advocacy Day” in Columbus on Wednesday, April 25th from 9:30 to 3 PM. SVF Social Justice and Outreach Commission are looking for individuals who would like to represent SVF in the delegation from the Cincinnati Archdiocese this year. This will be an opportunity for you to join with Catholics from all over the state to advocate on issues of great importance to our faith such as Abortion, Child Protection, Elder Care, Health Care, and Poverty. There will be meetings arranged with local state legislators in the morning and administration officials in the afternoon. SJO Commission will pay the registration fee for SVF delegates. For more information please contact Chris Homan or go to http://www.ohiocathconf.org/L/advovonly.htm to register by April 13th.

Social Justice and Outreach Commission Meeting - Wednesday, April 25
The next SVF Social Justice and Outreach Commission meeting will be held at 7:00 pm on April 25 in Room B (old Music Room) of the Community Building. The focus of this month’s meeting will be on our Outreach Ministries. All are invited to attend, particularly those leading or coordinating an outreach ministry. If you have any questions about the SJO Commission or upcoming meeting, please call Chris Homan at 607-5996

It's hard to believe - but it's true!!! The festival is less than 3 months away. The dates are June 22, 23 and 24th. Please mark your calendar now so you can save the dates!!!!

Our Bid-N-Buy booth is in need of a group of parishioners willing to take charge and lend a hand. The time spent with fellow committee members is fun and productive. Why not consider donating some of your time while making new friends or strengthening existing friendships. You can help a little or a lot, there are many ways of contributing. SVF Bid-N-Buy booth is always one of the top three profitable booths at our festival. It has a great repetition for being one of the best Bid-N-Buy’s in the area among local festival goers. Call Patti Lowe, 793-1112 today!

Festival Baskets!! A new committee is eager to build BIG beautiful themed baskets and we need your help! Please watch for a themed letter from your child’s grade (Prep, School or Early Childhood) and your SVF committee (past or present!) With everyone’s support we will have AWESOME baskets to raffle this summer at the festival. Contact: Bunny 247-0954

Interested in being a festival booth captain? The golf booth co-captains are looking to pass the baton. We will have the steps laid out very well and we are looking for some new energy to keep this unique to Cincinnati festival event alive and growing. Please give George Bryce a call, 489-2792 or email at mountain4@gmail.com

We are in need of chairpersons for the Soft Drink booth and the Big Card poker booths for the festival. Grab a few friends/other families and share the responsibilities. Past booth captains will guide you through the ropes. It is a great way to help our parish and enjoy fellowship. Questions call Sharon Molinaro 936-0004.

The SVF Altar Society’s April meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, April 16. Dues are payable for the 2007 year at this time. A picture will be taken for the parish newsletter, The Living Church. Please be prompt – right after 8:30 a.m. Mass.

Will be holding its next meeting Wednesday April 11, from 7-9pm in Hamilton Hall. This month we will be discussing what we gave up for Lent and playing MOMMY JEOPARDY with prizes. We would love to meet more moms of Saint Vincent Ferrer so come see what we are about. We always have plenty of socializing, snacks and drinks for everyone. Contact Heather Leland (513) 985-0617 or dhleland@fuse.net. Thanks!!

All women over the age of 18 are invited to join in for a fun evening of volleyball on Tuesday, April 10 at 8:00 p.m. in the gym. Questions call Rita Lambers @ 791-6823.

Nominations to the Parish Pastoral Council for Members-at-Large positions will be held the weekend of April 14 & 15. Nominees must be at least 16 years of age and a member of the parish. Parishioners are encouraged to nominate themselves. You are able to nominate anyone, but we encourage you to seek out his or her interest first. Nominating ballots will be available in Church on April 14 & 15. Elections will be held May 19 & 20

Dee Printing, the publisher of our bulletin would like to re-emphasize the importance of deadlines. In order for them to provide us with a professionally printed bulletin we need to receive all articles in writing by Monday at 3:00 p.m. You should indicate the dates you would like your bulletin article to appear. Unless otherwise indicated, all articles will run for 2 weeks.

Please call the parish office to get your bulletin insert on the calendar. All inserts must be put on the insert calendar as soon as possible. (The number of inserts are limited to 2 per week) and the copies need to be in the Parish office by Thursday morning. This will allow the bulletin stuffers ample time to adjust their calendar for volunteer time. A special thanks to our volunteer bulletin stuffers, we appreciate your help!

Interested in learning more about what the Catholic Church teaches about your faith? Then the Athenaeum of Ohio Lay Pastoral Ministry Program may be for you. For more information, call 231-1200 or attend an informational meeting. Meetings will be held at the Athenaeum of Ohio: Wednesday, April 11 at 7:00 p.m. or Saturday, April 21 at 9:30 a.m.

The popular Adult Spirituality Institute will continue its sixth year of study this winter with the theme “Giants of Faith.”

Mondays, 10AM – Noon, Apr. 16^th – May 7^th, Sr. Deborah Harmeling will present “Medieval Women Mystics.”

The series will be held at the Athenaeum of Ohio. Fees are nominal. For additional information, please call 231-2223, ext. 143.

Cincinnati Catholic Women fundraiser, “Friendships in Bloom”, Coney Island’s Moonlight Gardens, Saturday, April 21, 2007 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Tickets $42, flower show admission, lunch and a gift bag. Speaker is Former Cincinnati Mayor, Roxanne Qualls. Reservations by April 10. For information call Suzy Dorward 891-1965 or Pauline Fitzgerald 794-9639.