EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

After the 8AM Mass on Fridays in the chapel

ROSARY

7:00 PM Fatima Prayer Group on Monday

After the 6:45 AM and 8 AM Masses Monday thru Friday and after the 8 AM Mass on Saturday.

Moms and children’s Rosary group every Friday from 10AM to 11:30AM.  Call MaryAnn at 922-3461 before you come for the first time.

Adult Volunteers: Cindy Reis, Linda DeSantis

Designate a gift to Saint Antoninus Church in your will and give witness to your faith. 

FROM OUR PASTOR

Dear Parishioners,

     The Sacred Triduum was truly beautiful; for those who attended I believe they found it a soul-satisfying experience; for those who did not, as one parishioner said to me after the Easter Vigil, "they don't know what they are missing."  One of the rites we experienced at the Easter Vigil was the reception of five new members into the Catholic Church.  It was truly moving to see them embrace what we hold so dear: our own faith as Catholics and to share fully in holy communion as they receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and the Eucharist.  Although I thanked everyone who helped  plan and execute the liturgies at the Easter Masses, I want to do so again.  I especially want to thank the servers upon whom many parishioners commented as to their devotion and attentiveness; and  upon the mothers and teachers who saw to it that so many students from our parish school helped to form the Eucharistic procession on Holy Thursday.  I think I found their participation all the more poignant since David Endres, our pastoral intern, told me that a first grader came up to him and said that their family was going to Florida for the break but not to Mass on Easter because they could not find a church.  Considering that Florida has ten dioceses and one of the fastest growing Catholic populations, I found it hard to believe that a church could not be found; but, perhaps, it was the case.  In any case, I am always heartened by parents who take seriously their responsibility as the primary educators of their children not just on Easter but every Sunday.  May the Risen Lord be our Mercy!

-- Rev. Christopher R. Armstrong

THE CINCINNATI GROUP FOR THE 49^TH INTERNATIONAL EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS HAS BEEN CANCELED. For info call the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, Worship Office, Lisa Weber, at 421-3131.

Biggs and Kroger Gift Cards are on sale in the church elevator hallway after all weekend Masses, and at the rectory, M-F from 8AM to 3 PM.

BIBLE STUDY will be on Mondays thru May 5^th, from 7-8PM in the Holy Family Room.  For info call Mary Lynne Rapien at 922-0902.

PARISH SPAGHETTI DINNER The PTO will be organizing the Parish Spaghetti Dinner on Sat., May 17. All parishioners are invited to the Spaghetti Dinner. The PTO needs a chairperson for this event and volunteers to help during the evening. Anyone interested in volunteering, please contact Maria Allen at 922-2493 (allenm@fuse.net) or Joan Berning at 451-2427 (Joan.Berning@fmr.com). Thank you.

DEBUNKING MYTHS IN CHURCH HISTORY

WITH DAVID ENDRES

A two part series exploring common misunderstandings about the Church’s past.  The first session is on Tuesday, April 8, 7-8PM in the Chapel. Explore the “myths” surrounding the Spanish Inquisition and the dispute between the Church and the astronomer Galileo.  The second session is on Tuesday, April 15, 7-8PM in the Chapel.  Explore American Catholics’ response to slavery at the time of the Civil War and the relationship between Pope Pius XII and Nazi Germany.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY

    Begin planning now for the semi-annual clothing collection the weekend of April 12/13.  The complete list of acceptable items will be in next weekend’s bulletin.  Non-perishable food items are also desired.

     The fifth Sunday contribution envelope can be returned in today’s collection or at anytime.

FROM OUR PRINCIPAL, MR. JACK COREY

     For those who have been participating in our Lenten Water Project, please send in your donations either to the school office, or to the Parish office.  Please mark your donation so it is obvious that your gift is for the Water Project.

Tomorrow we begin the final quarter of the school year.  Second graders are finishing their first communion preparation, while the eighth graders are preparing to go on to high school.  Please keep our parish school in your prayers as we gear up for the final quarter of school.

     We are still accepting registration for the 2008-2009 school year.  For more information or to schedule a tour, please contact the office at 922-2500.

Congratulations to the eighth grade girls who have

earned academic scholarships to Seton High School.  They are: Stacey R., Samantha B. and Lauren U.

All Women in the Parish:   PTO has secured a survey with P&G as a fund raiser.  It is for women only, and if you qualify, you will be asked to use a product in your home for a period of time and to answer a survey with your opinion of the product.  There is NO one-on-one interview necessary.   Please take a few minutes to complete the screener that can be found at saintantoninus.org and return it to church next week or drop at school/church office by Monday, April 7th.   If there are any other women (sisters, mothers, neighbors) who would be interested, please have them complete the screener as well.  Thank you for your participation.       -- The St .Antonionus PTO.

ATHENAEUM OFFERS FREE MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTIONS for The Athenaeum Magazine. The magazine, published three times a year, offers feature stories, news and information about the graduate school of theology sponsored by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.    Pick up a brochure and a postage paid envelope to use to order your free subscription.

Norm Burnworth representing Diocesan Publications (our Bulletin Publisher) will be at the parish this week.  He will be renewing present advertisements and seeking new ones.  If interested, please call the parish office at 922-5400.

Girl Scout Troop 46572 would like to invite you to a Baby Shower on Sunday, April 13, following the 11:30 Mass to benefit Pregnancy Center West.  Please bring a baby gift of your choice to the undercroft and join us for cake and punch.  If you are unable to attend but would like to donate a baby-present, please call Mary Schultz at 922-6242.  This project will help these girl scouts in their work toward their Marian Medal.

St. Antoninus Girl Scout Toy and Clothing Sale on Saturday, April 5, 8:30 a.m – 12:00 p.m. in the Undercroft.

FALL SOCCER, LOLLIPOP SOCCER AND FOOTBALL signups will be on April 6, after the 9:30 and 11:30 Masses in the Youth Room.

FESTIVAL BID-N-BUY BOOTH SEEKING DONATIONS: Do you have any baskets (any shape, size, color), packing peanuts, shred/crinkle paper or ribbon?  Please call Cara Hester for pick up at 347-0545.  Your donations will be greatly appreciated.

Congratulations to the 2008 Athletic Club Board members:  President Todd Logan, Vice-President (still open), Gym Coordinator Steve Niehauser and Schott Field Coordinator Greg Geiser.

Come and enjoy the Great Sounds of the Big Bands on Sunday, March 30, at 3 PM in the Seton High School Performance Hall.  This concert is a fundraiser for the Cincinnati Metropolitan Orchestra & Singers.  Tickets are $15 each and can be obtained by calling Mary Sunderhaus at 251-3324.

ELDER GLEE CLUB ITALIAN DINNER on Sunday March 30, at 4 to 7PM in Elder’s cafeteria.  Adults $7 and children $5.  Entertainment by Elder Glee Club.

ST. TERESA OF AVILA CHARISMATIC HEALING MASSES will be on the 2^nd Thursday of each month, starting at 7:30PM.  Call Sue Freudiger at 451-2162 or Fr. Tom Bolte at 921-9200 for info.

CHRISTOPHER NGUYEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP WALK on Saturday, April 5, at 7PM, registration is $20 for adults, $10 for students. Free shuttle from St. Lawrence Parish to St. Joseph (new) Cemetery at 5:45PM.  Call Gina at 471-5157.

"Hope for Hannah" Blood Drive at C O Harrison Elementary on Neeb Rd., Tuesday April 8, from 1-7 pm.  To register call Jill Eichhorn @ 673-6047.  Appointments taken first.  Walk-ins welcome.

The Lay Pastoral Ministry Program is accepting applications for both the masters in Pastoral Ministry and non-degree certificate programs.  For info and dates of upcoming informational meetings call 231-1200.

MCAULEY PRESENTS THE WIZARD OF OZ on April 11 and 12, at 7:30Pm and April 13, at 2PM.  Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students and senior citizens.  Call 681-1800 x.2276 to reserve tickets.

Neidhard-Minges Funeral Home is presenting a program designed for all those who are grieving or those who want to understand the grieving process, on Sunday, April 13, from 1-3PM.  For reservations call 661-3022.

Eastertide Vespers will be held on March 30, at 7:30PM in the Chapel of Mount St. Mary’s Seminary.  Music by the Athenaeum Chorale with the Cincinnati Brassworks Quintet.  All are welcome.

The Auxiliary of Mercy Hospital Western Hills will hold its annual luncheon/fashion show on April 15, at the Western Hills Country Club, for the benefit of the hospital.  The proceeds are for equipment and services to enhance the quality care already provided to the patients. Cost is $35. Reservations are due by April 1.  For info call Carole Beck, 922-0981.

Spring “DISCOVERING JESUS SEMINAR” will be held on Wednesday evenings starting April 16, through May 28, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM in St. Ignatius’ Hilvert Hall, North Bend Road, Monfort Heights.    For info and registration, please call 471-LITE (5483).  There is no charge for the seminar, but a donation of $5.00 is requested to cover the cost of the materials.  Sponsored by the Lighthouse Renewal Center.

ELDER HIGH SCHOOL BAND PANCAKE BREAKFAST on Sunday, April 27^th, from 8:30 to 1PM in the high school cafeteria.  Adults and children (3 and up) $5.00 each.  Steel Drum and Color Guard performances at 1PM.

THE DIVINE MERCY NOVENA

   Begins on Good Friday and concludes on the Sunday after Easter.  Our Lord makes extraordinary promises to those who pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy but above all to those who participated in the “Feast of Mercy” on the Second Sunday of Easter. 

    The following is the Revelation made to St. Faustina; My daughter, tell the whole world about My inconceivable mercy.  I desire that the Feast of Mercy be a refuge and a shelter for all souls, and especially for poor sinners.  On that day the very depths of My tender mercy are open.  I pour out a whole ocean of graces upon those souls who approach the fount of My mercy. 

    The soul that will go to Confession and receive Holy Communion shall obtain complete forgiveness of sins and punishment.  On that day are opened all the divine floodgates through which graces flow.  Let no soul fear to draw near to Me, even though its sins be as scarlet.

    My mercy is so great that no mind, be it of man or of angel, will be able to fathom it throughout all eternity.  Everything that exists has come from the very depths of My most tender mercy.  Every soul in its relation to Me will contemplate My love and mercy thoughout eternity.

    The Feast of Mercy emerged from the very depths of My tenderness. it is My desire that it be solemnly celebrated on the first Sunday after Easter.  Mankind will not have peace until it turns to the Fount of My Mercy.

1.         Celebrate the Feast on the Sunday after Easter.

2.         Sincerely repent of all sins

3.         Place complete trust in Jesus

4.         Go to Confession, preferably before that Sunday

5.         Receive Holy Communion on the day of the Feast

6.         Venerate* the Image of The Divine Mercy

7.         Be merciful to others, through one’s actions, words, and prayers on their behalf.

*To venerate a sacred image or statue simply means to perform some act or make some gesture of deep religious respect toward it because of the person whom it represents – in this case, our Most Merciful Savior.

HOW TO SAY THE CHAPLET OF DIVINE MERCY

      In 1933, God gave Sister Faustina a striking vision of His mercy.  Sister tells us:  “I saw a great light, with God the Father in the midst of it.   Between this light and the earth I saw Jesus nailed to the Cross and in such a way that God, wanting to look upon the earth, had to look through Our Lord’s wounds.   And I understood that God blessed the earth for the sake of Jesus”.  Of another vision of September 13, 1935, she writes:  “I saw an Angel, the executor of God’s wrath… about to strike the earth… I began to beg God earnestly for the world with words which I heard interiorly.  As I prayed in this way, I saw the Angel’s helplessness, and he could not carry out the just punishment.”

    The following day an inner voice taught her to say this prayer on ordinary rosary beads:

   “First say one ‘Our Father’, ‘Hail Mary’, and ‘I Believe’.

   Then on the large beads say the following words;

   ‘Eternal Father, I offer You the Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity of Your dearly beloved Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ, in atonement for our sins and those of the whole world.’

   On the small beads you are to say the following words: ‘For the sake of His sorrowful Passion have mercy on us and on the whole world’.

   In conclusion you are to say these words three times: ‘Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us and on the whole world.’”

      Jesus said later to Sister Faustina:  “Say unceasingly this chaplet that I have taught you.  Anyone who says it will receive great Mercy at the hour of death.  Priests will recommend it to sinners as the last hope.  Even the most hardened sinner, if he recites this chaplet even once will receive grace from My infinite Mercy.  I want the whole world to know My infinite Mercy.  I want to give unimaginable graces to those who trust in My Mercy.”