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Lord, it is good to give thanks to you. Psalm 92 | |
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It is quite likely that Jesus had the first reading from the book of Sirach on his mind as he spoke. This passage is an amazing commentary on our public selves. The author calls us to live authentic lives, to let what is inside be consistent with what we say and do. What is especially fascinating is that both Jesus and Sirach suggest that we are not as good as we think we are at being fake people. People will know what is in our hearts by looking at our words and deeds.
Saint Paul, for his part, steeped in the Pharisaic tradition, also reflects on the way in which we live our lives, but he starts from a different perspective. He believes that since we have been robed with immortality, since we have already been given salvation in Christ, that reality needs to be lived out in our lives. Death has no more power. Sin should not even tempt us, for we have been saved.
Putting all of this together, it means that we should be living audacious lives with a radical honesty. The Prayer after Communion today reminds us that by the Eucharist, by Christ we have been set free to do good in this present age, and by living that freedom, we are prepared to live that freedom in all eternity in heaven. It is quite the challenge.
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Get your ticket FAST! Our annual Reverse Raffle is set for Saturday, April 26th. Check your closet for your old 70's clothes and get ready for a GROOVY "Peace, Love and Rock & Roll-the 70's" event! This year the winning pot is HIGHER! Tickets ON SALE NOW. And....we are NOW collecting basket donation. RR tickets are $100 and cover your ticket, a full meal and bar. If you pay through the QR code, the 3% charge is added. | Back by demand. Invite your friends and don't miss this concert! | Join the Moriah House Meals Group that prepares a hot meal for the residents of the WSCC's Moriah House. On the 3rd Saturday of every month, meet up in the STW parking lot with prepared foods to deliver. You don't have to participate every month. To join, text or call Carol at 2164104068. | YOU can help! Damaged walls have been repaired and artistic painting will begin within days. Through the #weGIVECATHOLIC campaign we raised $9k of our $12k expenses. We are now at $10,700 of our original goal. Thank you to Brian Kraft for the donation in the memory of +George Kraft.Thank you to Eddie Makarek for your donation to the project. Send a check or scan our Paypal QR code to donate. We're getting closer to our goal! | |  |
For a complete list of diocesan events, Diocese of Cleveland Events Page here. | "My Daily Prayers" is a daily email with an audio recording featuring clergy of the diocese of Cleveland introducing the day and reciting prayers. Sign up here. | | |
Set up a mass by filling out the form on our website (click picture above and scroll to Mass Request), or call the rectory 216.696.1926 or send an email to office@stwendelincleveland.org with the month/day you prefer. | | |
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Pray for the recovery of Elaine Quinlan, Dennis Vok, Thomas Medwetz, Marilyn McCarthy, Gloria Ashworth, Julia Class and Wilmer Carroll.
Pray for the health of Nancy Simala, Jane Hilf, Terry Chura, Red Rodio, Sharon Chitty, Frank Novak, George Cummings, Bob Becker, Steve Dabrowski, Larry Blasius, Roselyn Cowell, Fr. Kropac and for many special intentions for strength, mercy and healing.
Reply to this email to add a name or intention to our list.
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The STW Choir rehearses Thursday evenings to prepare music for Holy Week. New members are WELCOME and we're in need of tenor and bass singers. See Ruth or Chrissy after weekend mass or call Ruth 2162100542. | |
Click the above picture each week to share the weekly Gospel reflections with the kids. | |
Listen to all things Catholic at AM 1260 The Rock here. Deepen your and your family’s faith, AM 1260 The Rock offers daily Mass, devotionals, apologetics, and much more. Don’t forget about AM 1260 The Rock’s own Wisdom From The Rock, where you can hear Daily Gospel Reflections from local priests and deacons, special interviews, and more. | |
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Including St. Wendelin in your Will is Easy!
Do you have life insurance you may no longer need? By naming our parish as a beneficiary, you will provide lasting financial support and may qualify for tax benefits as well. It will not cost anything to change the beneficiary on your policy- and will do much to help strengthen our parish for the future.
Contact your trusted advisor, visit https://catholiccommunity.planmylegacy.org/life-insurance, or call Moira Wopershall of the Catholic Community Foundation at 216-696-6525 x8070, for more information.
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As Christian stewards, we share the responsibility of making our Church a true community of faith and a vibrant source of service to the larger community. That includes providing financial support for today's needs -- and building a firm financial foundation for St. Wendelin's tomorrow. Your IRA can be a tool to help you do this. If you are 70 ½ years old or older, you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution today for up to $100,000 from your IRA directly to your parish. It will not count as taxable income, and it can satisfy your “required minimum distribution”. Looking to the future, consider naming our parish as a beneficiary IRA. Speak with your financial advisor. Thank you! | |
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Recently, we received a donation via the Benevity Platform. If your workplace uses Benevity to support non-profits, we now have an official profile. Search St. Wendelin Church, Cleveland. | | | |
If you are 70 ½ or older, you may be able to make a gift of a Qualified Charitable Distribution from your IRA that will help us in our ministry and reduce your taxable income. Talk to your advisor and IRA administrator for more information and to be sure that your IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution gift is made directly from an IRA to a qualified charity such as St. Wendelin Parish. Questions? Contact Jean Ann Montagna (jmontagna@catholiccommunity.org) of the Catholic Community Foundation at 216-696-6525 x 8070 or visit www.catholiccommunity.org/ira. | |
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See Fr. Kropac for details regarding Baptism or the Sacrament of Marriage.
Text or call him if you need a hospital visit or communion brought to you, 216.205.2433.
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Want to learn more about our parishioners? Check out the Parishioner Profile Book (blue 3 ring binder) in the back of the church and get copies of all of the stories printed so far.
Nominate yourself or a friend to be the next subject of Parishioner Profiles, just reply to this email with your suggestion.
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