St.

Augustine Church, Barberton, OH – August 18, 2019

August 19-25
Monday, August 19 – Weekday
12:05 Don Snyder
6:00 Confessions

Tuesday, August 20 – St. Bernard, Abbot & Doctor of the Church

5:15 Don & Luella Snyder

Wednesday, August 21 – Saint Pius X, Pope

12:05 Special Intentions of John Wagner

Thursday, August 22 – The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary

12:05 Ivan Morber

Friday, August 23 – Weekday

12:05 Richard Holderbaum

Saturday, August 24 – St. Bartholomew, Apostle

8:30 Shea & Morris families
2:00 WEDDINGS: Nathan Lex and Heather Lynn
3:00 Confessions
4:00 John D’Alessio (Fr. Browne)

Sunday, August 25 – Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time

8:00 Angie Jursik (Fr. Browne)
10:30 Carol Soberano (Fr. Majikas)
5:15 Deceased of the Adolph (Fr. Misbrener)

Readings for the Week of August 19

Monday Jgs 2:11-19, Ps 106:34-35,36-37,39-40,43-44, Mt 19:16-22
Tuesday Jgs 6:11-24a, Ps 85:9,11-12,13-14,Mt 19:23-30
Wednesday Jgs 9:6-15, Ps 21:2-3,4-5,6-7, Mt 20:1-16
Thursday Jgs 11:29-39a, Ps 40:5,7-8,8-9,10, Mt 22:1-14
Friday Ru:1:1,3-6,14b-16,22, Ps 146:5-6,6-7,8-9,9-10, Mt 22:34-40
Saturday Rv 21:9b-14, Ps 145:10-11,12-13,17-18, Jn 1:45-51
Sunday Is:66:18-21, Ps 117:1,2, Heb 12:5-7,11-13, Lk 13:22-30

Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Today’s scriptures remind us that sinners resist truth, often preferring conflict and division. We are all
sinners and often resist difficult truth and change. Let us be open to truth and smart about conflict! Don’t
try to “win” an argument and lose the relationship. Run the race of life wisely. Pope Francis tells us to
“rejoice at the good of others when we see their dignity and value their abilities and good works. This is
impossible for those who must always be comparing and competing. “The Joy of Love #109”

394 Holy Hours were kept before the Blessed Sacrament this past week. “Perpetual Adoration
is an act of profound faith and love toward the Most Holy Eucharist. It draws priceless blessing
on mankind for time and eternity. It is a special satisfaction to the Divine Heart of Jesus, a great comfort
to the Church Suffering, strength to the Church Militant and a cause of joy to the Church Triumphant.
Those indeed, perform a most God-pleasing work, who by their charitable contributions make it possible
for the Perpetual Adoration devotion to flourish.” (Rev. Lukas Etlin, O.S.B.) “The Holy Eucharist, Our
All” We have a vacancy Tuesday 11-noon. Please call Joie at 330-745-6852, today for your hour of love.

The 2020 Lector Workbooks are available for pick-up in the sacristy. Please stop in to get your copy.

Please pray for our Sick especially: Betty Bartel, Lisa Gnap, Judy Kriston, Anne
Trischan, Shanon Johnson, Joanne Ramsay, William Bedford, Carol Garman, Chad
Trischan, Pat Shemuga, Helene Van Oss, Paula Collins, Alexandra Kepler, Gary Reed,
Barb Shehan, Joe Patterson III, Lowell Potts, Sandra Walters, Bruce Hartung, Barb
Helms, Nicole Hahn, Tom Abbott, Bob & Patty Moses, Kelly Ann Eby, Kaleigh Shriver,
Dick Buehrle, Pauline Nonno, Allen Weidman, Conner Beish, Charlie Carroll, Katie
Marino, Cheryl Jackson, Roy Smith, Tara Ferguson, C.J., Bob Eckert, Paul Moon,
James Chalfant, Lori Meese, Sharon Lohan, Carole Ezell-Bell, Julian Gonzalez, Honey
Ann Zagar, Paulette Holland, Carol Newhouse, Carol Grimes, Nick Shirey, Mary
Zinkovitch, Ed Brogan, Angela Rollins, John Anzaldi, Gary Morgan, Pam
Schlernitzauer, Frank Wrobel, Tom Rasicci, Sarah Brown, Laurie Shantz, Susan
Cutshall, Margaret Genet, Sarah Browne, Phil & Alyce Sherman, Kathy Steinwand,
Virginia Dellapa, Leslie Coffey, Brian Gortney, Megan Anson, Alice Rhoades, Margo
Trenta, Andy Drobnak, David Lukezic, Debbie Holben, Therese Fay, Stephen Trenta,
Michael Yurich, Ed Vesa, Tod Copaci, Di Vickers, Betty Gombaski & Kirk Shemuga

Georgene (Gene) Ryan

Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord!

Wedding Banns
III Nathan Lex & Heather Lynn

Barberton Area Community Ministry items for the month of August are potato products, rice,
noodles or box dinners. All donations can be placed in the bench in front of the giving tree in
the vestibule of the church. Donations are picked up on Monday mornings. Thank you again
for all your support in helping us serve our brother’s and sister’s in need.

Time, Talent & Treasure

Totals are not available see next week’s bulletin
Pass the word….Do you know anyone that is interested in answering the call to become a member of
the Roman Catholic Church through RCIA? Our inquiry night will be tomorrow Monday, August 19 in
the rectory meeting room beginning at 7:00pm. Please extend a warm welcome to anyone you believe
would be interested.

Pastor’s Formed Pick of the Week: “The Fantasy Makers”

J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and George MacDonald were the pioneers of the fantasy
genre and their impact is unmistakable. Their works— exploring Middle-earth, Narnia, and other
tales of redemption, sacrifice, and the battle of good and evil—have become best-selling books
and blockbuster movies. Contemporary fantasy writers such as J.K. Rowling grew up inspired
by their works. All three were deeply committed Christians, and their spiritual convictions
permeate their writing. They engaged and challenged from the pulpit of imagination, speaking
truth through fantasy. ”
Christ’s Peace!
Fr. David Majikas

If you were unable to make Mass last weekend, please make sure to take your copy of “Letter to
a Suffering Church” by Bishop Robert Barron following Mass today and know that we at St.
Augustine care deeply about helping you navigate these stormy waters. Take time to ready the
book; I will be leading a discussion group Tuesday, September 17 at 7:00pm in the cafeteria.
Christ’s Peace!
Fr. David Majikas

This weekend, a special parish appeal, the Faith and Values Appeal for Education, will be held
across the diocese to raise funds to help provide tuition assistance to needy students and their
families right here in our diocese. Please be generous in your support of Catholic school
students. Envelopes for this special appeal are included with your parish envelopes. You can
make a secure donation online at www.CatholicCommunity.org/education or call Karen Joyce at
800-869-6525 x1910.

Food, Fellowship and Faith for Adults – Join us at The Tangier – Bistro Bar,
532 W. Market Street, Akron - Monday, August 19 at 7:30pm, where Guest
speaker Fr. Matt Jordan, Parochial Vicar of St. Hilary parish will discuss “An
Apology for Millennials: How to Evangelize Teens and Young Adults.” Doors
open at 7:00 p.m. $10 admission includes appetizers – cash bar available.
Sponsored by St. Sebastian Parish, Akron.

Men’s Fellowship will meet next Saturday, August 24, from 7-8:25am in the school cafeteria. We will
continue our study of Mark’s Gospel, and we will pray a rosary for Marriage, Family, and Respect for
Life, and world peace. Any questions, contact Gib Adolph at 330-634-3738 or email
adolphbiz@email.com.

It is hard to believe that the Annual Parish Picnic “St. A’s Safari”, is next
weekend Sunday, August 25, following the 10:30 Mass. Events will include
an Organ Concert, Day school Open House, Music by J.G.M Band (Just
Good Music), Games, Corn Hole, food, beverages and much more. We are
still in need of volunteers to serve food and help with children’s
games; please call the rectory at 330-745-0011 if you are able to help out.
 The second early bird drawing winners are Jack & Karen Lohan,
Congratulations. Please continue buying or selling another sheet of raffle tickets
found in today’s bulletin. The sale of these tickets offset the cost of the picnic.

Ladies & Gentlemen….start your ovens. Once again we will have the famous
“St. Augustine Dessert Tent”. Please consider making a dozen or two of your favorite
cookies or dessert to share with fellow parishioners. We know the weather has been
hot, if you do not want to turn on the oven, items can be purchased as well. Goodies
can be dropped off at the rectory Friday, August 23 from 9-4 or Sunday morning
August 25 between 8 & 10am.

We are in need of pop-up tents and corn hole games, anyone willing to let us
borrow theirs, please drop them off at the rectory before August 23.

Spiritual Adoption Program - Month Two – Developing Baby

Your baby is making progress developing all of his external features
and internal organs. His brain is functioning at 40 days. His mother can
hear his heartbeat now on an ultrasonic stethoscope. Baby-teeth buds are
present at 6 ½ weeks. And it has been reported that a two-month old baby
can suck his thumb. From this moment, your spiritually adopted baby
grows and refines his body. But everything he needs to survive after birth is already
present by the end of the eighth week.

A "Caring and Sharing" session for those struggling with divorce, separation or widowhood will be held
on Monday, August 26th from 7:30-9:00 pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary's Convent Building, 1945
Portage Trail in Cuyahoga Falls. Marlene Maruna, a retired Social Worker, will facilitate this session. This
event is open at no charge to people of all faiths. For information call Marlene 330-607-6284.

Now that the hot days of summer are over, we are starting Euchre back up.
Join fellow parishioners for a few friendly hands of Euchre, Friday, September
6, beginning at 6:30 in the cafeteria. Sloppy Joes will be provided, bring a
covered dish to share. See you there!

Come and join a bible study of the Gospel of Luke. We’ll be using a study
guide with commentary and notes by Scott Hahn and Curtis Mitch.
Study guides will be provided to all participants. There will be seven
weekly sessions meeting in the rectory each Monday evening starting on
September 9 at 7:00pm and running through October 21. Please contact
the church office to make a reservation. Study guides can be picked up at the rectory.

For couples preparing for marriage, the Pre-Cana Day at Loyola Retreat House will be
September 22. Session is held from 11:00am to 7:00pm. The cost is $75.00 per couple
which includes mass, lunch & dinner. To download a registration form and/or
register, visit our website at www.loyolaretreathouse.com or call the Retreat House at
330-896-2315.
 St. Padre Pio National Shrine “Fun” Raiser – Come and join us for Dinner,
Music, Side boards, and Silent Auction, there will be a Grand prize of a 50”
Flat Screen TV. The event is held Saturday, September 28 from 6-11pm at
Birchwood Banquet Party Center; Walton Hills, OH, tickets are $35.00 per
person. For information or to purchase tickets contact Pat Shea at 330-825-
4659 or Tina a 330-468-1107. No tickets will be sold at the door. Last sale date is
September 4. Help us build a National Shrine to St. Pio in Ohio.

COMING SOON October is Respect Life Month; a number of events are being planned. The Annual
Rosary Rally in honor of the Anniversary of the Miracle of the Sun of Our Lady of Fatima will be held on
Saturday October 12, at Lake Anna Gazebo. Donations will also be collected for the Right to Life Media
Campaign which does a fabulous job in reaching and helping vulnerable women find lifesaving
alternatives to problem pregnancies. The Culture of Life meets the first Tuesday of every month, or you
can contact Lynn Willig @330-472-9452. YOUR input and participation would be greatly appreciated,
the cause is too important and the time is to critical for anyone to be sidelined.

St. Augustine Choirs will be starting up soon and we would LOVE for new members to
join! Please don’t let a busy schedule discourage you. If you love to sing, please
consider being a part of this ministry. First rehearsals are: Adult Choir (9th grade and
up) Wednesday, September 4 at 7:00pm, School Choir (grades 3-8) Tuesday,
September 10 after the 8:30am School Mass (grades 3-8) and the Children’s Choir
Wednesday, September 18 at 6:00pm. For additional information, contact the Directory of
Music - Ivy Adams at 330-745-0011 x 118.

PSR REGISTRATION 2019-2020

PSR is offered to children starting in the first grade through eighth grade; classes are held at St.
Augustine School beginning on Sunday, September 15 from 9-10:15am. in the SAC. If a child is going
into the first grade, and not attending a Catholic School or was in a Catholic school and is no longer
attending, you are able to register for PSR. Registration forms have been mailed, if you have not received
yours in the mail, or are interested in registering new child/children, or would like to volunteer, please
contact Jaclyn Snyder at 330-745-1080.

St. Augustine Parish School of Religion Registration Fee:

Parishioners of St. Augustine & All Other Parishes:
Immaculate Conception:
If paid by August 26:
1 Child $90.00 1 Child $100.00
2 or more $110.00 2 or more $120.00
If paid after August 26:
1 Child $100.00 1 Child $110.00
2 or more $120.00 2 or more $130.00
If you are in need of a scholarship, please let me know and we can work something out.
Should you have any questions, please contact Jaclyn Snyder at 330-745-1080.

Due to Labor Day, the September 8 bulletin must be submitted by Thursday, August
29. All information must be into the rectory by 9:00am on the 29. Please plan ahead.
St. Augustine Rectory will be closed Monday, September 2 for Labor Day. Mass will be held at 9:00am
and there will not be confessions that evening. Please mark your calendars accordingly.

Thanks to all who enjoyed The FEST last Sunday, August 4. The crowds were great. The
energy that filled the campus of the Center for Pastoral Leadership was uplifting. The
prayer and evening Mass was truly inspiring. Many thanks to all who supported The FEST
raffle and made donations to make our 19th annual Catholic Family FESTival a great day of
faith, family and fun…all for FREE…for thousands across our diocese and region. Take a
few minutes to look at the pictures and videos at www.theFEST.us/media. The FEST truly was a
celebration for all generations. Bishop Perez called and challenged the FEST faithful to rise up….respond
to God’s call…and build a better world for all. We are the chosen generation. Save the date for FEST
2020 – Sunday, August 9. For more information go to www.theFEST.us.