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December 18, 2016 4th Sunday of Advent

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“My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord." - LUKE 1:46

We were blessed with good company and powerful inspiration at our Advent Tea.

MINISTRY SPOTLIGHT: GRIEFSHARE Page 5

ADVENT: PREPARE THE WAY Page 6

CHRISTMAS MASS SCHEDULE Page 7

SPAGHETTI DINNER ANNOUNCEMENT Page 9

December 18, 2016

8:00am-1:00 pm Donut Sunday (HH)9:30 am-1:30 pm Virtus Training (PLCMT)10:00-10:10 am Ten Minute Teaching (PLCJP)10:00-10:15 am Virtus In-Service Training (HH)11:00-11:30 am Breaking Open the Word (PLCJP)11:30-11:40 am Ten Minute Teaching (PLCJP)11:30-11:45 am Virtus In-Service Training (PLCMT)1:00-1:10 pm Ten Minute Teaching (PLCJP)1:00-1:15 pm Virtus In-Service Training (PLCMT)1:00-2:00 pm Community Meal (HH)1:00-2:00 pm Cantor Rehearsal (C)6:00-8:00 pm FIAT Nights (HH)6:30-8:00 pm Men’s Renewal Team (LCLK)

9:00 am-9:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration (CC)6:00-7:30 pm Marketing Ministry Christmas Party (LCFM)6:30-8:30 pm Scripture Study (LCLK)7:00-9:00 pm Hope for the Holidays (PLCMT)

9:00-11:00 am Sarah’s Circle (LCMK)10:00-11:30 am Scripture Study (LCLK)6:00-7:30 pm Girl Scouts (Library)6:00-10:00 pm Knights of Columbus (LCFM)7:00-8:00 pm Overeaters Anonymous (LCMT)7:00-8:30 pm Ministry of Praise Prayer Group (CC)

9:00-10:00 am SAS+ Yoga (HH)9:30-11:00 am Scripture Study (LCMT)6:30-8:00 pm Cub Scouts (HH)6:30-9:00 pm Adult Choir (C)7:00-8:30 pm RCIA (PLCMT)7:00-8:30 pm Scripture Study (LCMT)

10:30 am-12:00 pm Prayer Shawl Ministry (LCMT)2:30-4:00 pm Heavenly Angels (C)5:30-7:00 pm Angels Choir (C)5:30-7:30 pm Christmas Pageant Rehearsal (C)6:00-7:00 pm Legion of Mary (CC)6:00-9:00 pm Men’s Fellowship (LCFM/LCLK)7:00-9:00 pm Bell Choir (C)7:00-9:30 pm Boy Scouts #513 (HH)

6:30-8:00 pm Advent Prepare the Way (LCFM)

3:00-4:00 pm Christmas Pageant (C)11:15 pm Lessons and Carols (C)***See our Christmas Vigil Mass times on Page 7***

C = ChurchCC = Church ChapelS = SchoolPLC = Parish Life CenterHH = Hilkert HallHHG = Hilkert Hall Gym

Mark Your CalendarsThis WeekSUNDAY // DECEMBER 18

CALENDAR KEY:LCMT Lehner Center, MatthewLCMK Lehner Center, MarkLCLK Lehner Center, LukeLCJN Lehner Center, JohnLCFM Lehner Center, Fr. McGivneyPLCJP Parish Life Center, John PaulPLCMT Parish Life Center, Mother Teresa

PARISH OFFICE HOURS:Sun 9:00 am - 12:00 pmMon 8:30 am - 8:30 pmTues-Thurs 8:30 am - 8:00 pmFri 8:30 am - 6:00 pmSat 8:30 am - 2:30 pm

Phone | 330.460.7300Fax | 330.460.7342Web | www.StAmbrose.usFacebook: StAmbrose.usTwitter: @StAmbroseChurch

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TUESDAY // DECEMBER 20

WEDNESDAY// DECEMBER 21

FRIDAY // DECEMBER 23

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THURSDAY // DECEMBER 22

We made many Christmas memories together at our Annual Breakfast

with Saint Nick and Friends. Thanks to all of our volunteers, including the Knights of Columbus, for making the

day so special for our kids.

December 18, 2016

Parish NewsFrom the Pastor

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…’The LORD spoke to Ahaz, saying: Ask for a sign from the LORD, your God; let it be deep as the netherworld, or high as the sky! But Ahaz answered “I will not ask! I will not tempt the LORD!” Then Isaiah said: Listen, O house of David! Is it not enough for you to weary people, must you also weary my God? There-fore the Lord himself will give you this sign: the virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall name him Emmanuel.” The Gospel, on this Fourth Sunday of Advent, both challenges us and gives us every reason for our hope. The challenge is to use these days to be attentive and observant of the signs of God’s presence and activity in your life. Amid all the lights - and sounds - and activities of these days observe faithful presence of God. In so do-ing, your heart will be filled with great joy for Emmanuel – God is with us. That’s our hope – God is always with us. Use this final week of Advent to be most attentive of the presence and promise of the Lord.

…This past Tuesday, as we started our Pas-toral Council meeting, the members spent some time reflecting on the signs of God’s presence in our community. Rachel Russo, a high school student, spoke passionately about the amazing response to our Advent Giving Tree efforts. She both observed that the tags on the tree represent the ‘needs’ by so many in our community and the packages returned, for those in need, are a sign of the goodness of our community. Thank you for your thoughtfulness and support. God bless the Catholic Works of Mercy Team who is doing great work on behalf of our com-munity. They are truly and the hands and feet of the Lord.

...Other members of the PPC spoke about the blessing of our first Advent Tea – it was a beautiful gathering of 200 of our mem-bers who shared friendship and faith. It was a perfect way to set a peaceful tone for the Christmas Season. Others shared how much they were ‘blessed’ by the Matt Maher Con-cert last Sunday. The signs of God’s pres-ence are all around us.

…Another ‘sign’ of God’s activity is in our 12 Days of Christmas Program. Members are sharing joy, faith and little gifts for these 12 days before Christmas with about 40 of our members. Those involved have been nomi-nated by one of our members who want to share a perfect gift of God’s love and care. Here’s one of the dialogues that took place between one of the recipients and one of the ELVES who was sharing Christmas joy: “Why am I a recipient of 12 Days of Christ-

mas? I’m not homeless. I’m sure there’s some-one else who needs/deserves this more than I do.” I told her that I don’t know why she was nominated but that someone nominated her. God sent this person to think of her. She said “Oh my gosh, now you’re making me cry. Thank you for making me see why.” The 12 Days of Christmas is really a way of keep-ing all of us focused on the real reason for Christmas. How can each of us be a sign of God’s presence and light and joy to others?

...The Pastoral Council has a number of goals for the year, two of which converge together this coming week. They want to make sure “everyone feels welcome” and “engage people who join us on Christmas.” A simple idea for all of us – on Christmas Eve/Day, let’s all welcome everyone around us as we come in and take our seat, and wish each other a joy-ous and blessed Christmas as we leave. That simple spirit of welcome and hospitality can be the ‘spark’ that will encourage some-one to join us more often and always at Saint Ambrose. Thank you.

...Speaking of Christmas, our Worship Com-mission, along with lots of other wonderful people, are working hard to make sure the Church looks beautiful, our campus is clean and safe and all of our Masses are well-planned and inspiring. Please hold all who help us pray at Christmas and always in your prayers. Today’s bulletin contains a special insert list-ing all the Liturgical Ministers for Christmas (you’ll be surprised at how many people are involved). It’s a good opportunity to pray for them and thank them for their service as we gather at the Table of the Lord.

...We are very blessed to have some off-duty officers to help us make sure everyone en-ters and exits safely from our campus on Christmas Eve. Please thank them for their extra service and cooperate with them as they help guide all the cars safely.

...I know this may take away some of the ‘sur-prise’ of your Christmas gift, however, look for your Parish Calendar on Christmas Day (and the weekend after). They will be at the doors of the Church. The calendar is filled with beautiful images, inspiring quotes and timely information about our parish com-munity. It will help you let the Light of Christ shine every day and always. The calendar is a gift to us from our Community Partners who are so helpful and supportive of our parish community. You can also see a digital version of the calendar online at www.StAm-brose.us/2017.

...Many thanks to all who supported our Christmas Flower collection. Your support helps make it possible for us to have a beauti-ful Church, this Christmas and always. Special thanks to Linda, Lynn, Kathy and Helen for leading the charge on Church decorating. They could really use your help this week on Thursday, December 22. Many hands make for light work...a clean and beautifully deco-rated Church and Hall.

...This past week the students from Saint Am-brose School and I did a special Christmas Tree blessing for all the decorated trees on Pearl Road. The service was topped off by some wonderful hot chocolate. We sent all our students home with a Christmas Tree blessing to share with their family. I also put the prayer on our website so you can pray it with your family – www.StAmbrose.us/TreeBlessing.

…Speaking of our students, make sure to bring the whole family to our annual Spaghetti Din-ner on Saturday, January 7, from 5:30-8:30 pm. Proceeds raised from this great event will help support our school’s 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C., as well FIAT’s trip to the March for Life next month. Tickets--$8 for adults 12+ and $4 for kids 11 and under—are presale only. Swing by the PLC after Mass this weekend to grab yours. Great food. Great company. Great cause.

...Although Christmas is quickly coming up, please remember that we will celebrate the Solemnity of Mary on the following week-end (12/31 and 1/1). It’s both New Year’s and the weekend. It’s a great way to help you and your loved ones get a great start on the New Year by gathering together as a fam-ily in prayer. Families that pray together...are strengthened by God’s grace...to stay together. Masses on that weekend are at 4:30 pm and 6:00 pm on Saturday and 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am and 12:00 pm on Sunday. There will NOT be a 5:00 pm Mass.

…In these final days before Christmas….thank you for all you do for our parish. Your support…the gift you continue to give to the work of the Lord….allows us to do so much good for our members and for those in need. You and your loved ones are in my prayers this Christmas and always. God bless you.

December 18, 2016

Remember in Your PrayersIntentionsMass ScheduleDaily: 8:15 am & 5:30 pmSaturday: 8:15 am & 4:30 pm VigilSunday: 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 pm & 5:00 pm

Sunday, December 18 | Fourth Sunday of Advent7:30 Mary Jane Stark (Gayle Exton) RS 9:00 Samuel Wagner (Wife) RS 10:30 Stanley & Sophie Zielinski (Family) RR12:00 Patrick Coughlin Sr. (Wife) RR 5:00 Sharon Pasternak (Greg & Lori Betz) TW

Monday, December 19 8:15 Jack & Anita Shaneyfelt (Family)5:30 Victoria Frederick (Patty & Ray Karl)

Tuesday, December 208:15 Joyce Schiavoni (Beverly Gordon)5:30 John Diak (Patty Lewis)

Wednesday, December 21 | St. Peter Canisius8:15 Fred P. Mack (Family)5:30 Barbara Sinclair (Husband & Children)

Thursday, December 22 8:15 Alex Cika (Cheryl Cika & Family)5:30 Margaret Cusick (Family) Friday, December 238:15 Joseph & Valeria Swec (Jeff & Diane Chapman)5:30 William Howell (Family)

Saturday, December 248:15 Saint Ambrose Members4:00 H Apathy & Nolan Families (Nolan Family) RR4:00 C John Chakan (Family) RS6:00 Carmen & Florence Ravo (Pillatt Family) RR8:00 Charles Gazso (Family) RS12:00 Dallas Winrod (Family) RS

Sunday, December 25 | The Nativity of the Lord8:00 Michael Mullins (Blake Family) RR 10:00 Mary Murray (John Porter) TW12:00 Rita & Joe Pavlick (Family and Friends) RS

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Our SickRichard AbramczykRichard Baronak Sr.Gladys BakerOwen BakerDyan BederDeanna DingussLeslie FinnRichard Finn

Marie Elaine HartmanJerry LemonsDianne LynchCarol MalineShirley MayerMary ScarpittiLiz StavoleLoretta Zielinski

If you would like your loved one’s name on the prayer list, call Connie at 330.225.9236. Due to the changing nature of one’s health, we publish the names of our sick in the bulletin for 3 weeks. For a complete list of names, visit www.StAmbrose.us/PrayerList.

Need a Visit?Let Us Know

We need your help to tell us about any members of our community who are sick or home-bound that you know about, but our staff does not. Give the parish office a call to let us know if there is someone who is sick who would like a call or visit from our parish staff. Thank you.   

Those Called Home to the Lord

Dorothy Marie Thompson Born into Life: April 5, 1926 Called into Eternal Life: December 11, 2016

Richard Tomasz Bujnarowski Born into Life: September 8, 1986 Called into Eternal Life: December 11, 2016

Prayers for Our MilitaryLet Us Know Today

During the upcoming Christmas season, the Knights of Columbus would like to keep a special prayer list of men and women from Saint Ambrose families

who are currently serving in the military. Do you have a family or dear friend doing so? Send their names to Joe (Joseph.Szelenyi@gmail.com or 216.334.9799) or Ty (TjtKnight69@yahoo.com or 440.867.4503) today.

Note that the 4:00 pm Mass on Christmas Eve is offered both in our Church and Hilkert Hall. All other

celebrations will be in the Church.

Also, be aware that there will be no 5:00 pm Sunday Mass on Christmas Day.

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July 1 - December 11, 2016

July 1 - December 13, 2015

Sunday Collection

$29,756 $753,211 $762,841

Amount Needed

($32,000) ($768,000)

Over / (Under) ($2,244) ($14,789)

Building Fund $330 $9,035

ACH Collection $3,274 (weekly) $0 (monthly)

Children’s Envelopes

$101 – 84 envelopes used.

Vision 20/20 Week of December 5

Week of December 12

Pledge Payments

$2,045.00 $4,950.02

Total Payments $2,901,946.39 $2,914,597.92

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Week of December 11

Children and Teen Envelopes Our Young People’s Incredible GiftsEvery week, our young people contribute to Saint Ambrose–not only through monetary gifts, but through their actions. Here are some of the ways our kids have been Christ in our community:

• “I read to my family.” • “I colored a picture for my cousin.” • “I helped my mom do the dishes.”

Thank you for your support for our parish community. With Christmas on Sunday, please consider a generous gift to Saint Ambrose this Christmas and/or remember

your regularly weekly offering.

In Support of Our Parish

Bingo LingoJoin Us Friday, December 30

Because of the Christmas holiday, we will not have Bingo this Friday, December 23. Merry Christmas to all of our wonderful Bingo

players and volunteers. We’ll see you on the 30th for our New Year’s Eve Bingo Bash. In addition to our normal great prizes, we’re giving away a new TV. Doors open at 5:00 pm, with the games starting at 7:00 pm. Contact Lynn Rogers at LRogers@StAmbrose.us for more information.

Coping with the loss of a loved one can be extremely difficult, especially during the holidays. While we all mourn in our own ways, for many of us, having a support system is extremely important.

We warmly welcome you to attend Griefshare if your heart is heavy with the memory of someone you love. You are most certainly welcome to return if you started but didn’t complete the entire series, as well. This Christ-centered program of DVDs provides key information to help you understand the “normalcy” of this unwelcomed experience and the opportunity to talk or simply listen to others on this path. This is not a sad evening filled with tears, but rather one of memories and smiles. It is a night of understanding the experience of grief and learning how healing can begin.

Our next series will begin on Wednesday, January 11 in the Fr. McGivney Room, but you can come by at any time. Please contact us in advance of your first session so that we have a care book ready for you. Start on week #1, or anytime, by contacting Terri Bartchak at 216.973.6784 or tbartchak86@gmail.com.

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December 18, 2016

Family LifeParish NewsFamily Life MinistryMarriage Tips“A husband always prefers his wife’s mother-in-law to his own” (Anonymous). Think of one trait or talent that your mother-in-law or father-in-law passed on to your spouse for which you are grateful.

Parenting TipsAs Christmas approaches, help your children prepare by urging them to choose at least one of their possessions to give away to someone who needs it more than they do. www.SusanVogt.net

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Parish News

Seniors CornerSAS+ Upcoming EventsEvery Wednesday: Yoga (9:00-10:00 am)

January 4 at 9:00 am: Coffee and Donut SocialJanuary 14 at 11:30 am: Music Bingo and Lite Lunch*January 15 at 1:00 pm: Community Meal

*RSVP to Helen: 330.460.7322

Advent – Prepare the WayFinal Night: December 23

“It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas,” or, at least that’s the assumption based on that familiar holiday song. But what does that look like at your house? Most of us anticipate the

great sales at the mall on the day after Thanksgiving, string lights on the outside of our houses and decorate inside of our homes. But how exactly are we preparing our hearts for the greatest gift we’ve ever been given?

Through an exploration of the mystery of the Incarnation, the Virgin Birth and the events surrounding the arrival of Jesus, this Advent study offers an opportunity to experience the joy of the true meaning of Christmas. We will meet for our last session on Friday, December 23 at 6:30 pm in the Lehner Center Fr. McGivney room. Haven’t been able to make it until now? No problem – the night is perfect for old and few faces alike. To register, contact Jane Baldwin at 330.460.7381 or JBaldwin@StAmbrose.us.

Music Bingo for SeniorsSaturday, January 14It’s official: Music Bingo is coming to start the New Year off from 11:30 am-1:00 pm in Mother Teresa Room with DJ Kenny. Come and listen to the DJ, have fun and shuffle your feet to the beat of old time songs. Consider joining us and enjoy a lite lunch and conversation with friends. RSVP to Helen Sheridan at 330.460.7322 no later than January 10.

10 Minute TeachingTHIS Sunday, December 18

Join Josh Arborgast from Youth Minstry for Ten Minute Teaching next weekend after the 9 am, 10:30 am, and noon Masses

in the PLC John Paul II room. Our Ten Minute Teaching includes discussion and a video that explore the readings from Mass in greater detail. We hope you can come. Come right to the teaching – we will have donuts and coffee ready for you so there is no need to wait in the long donut line.

Oplatki Wafers Now AvailableA Great Christmas Tradition

Oplatki Christmas wafers will be available in the main vestibule after our weekend Masses during Advent. Meaning

“Angel Bread,” Oplatki wafers are a tradition in many Polish, Slovak and Lithuanian families, symbolizing God’s charity. No matter what your heritage is, you are welcome to join in on this Christmas tradition.

Heavenly AngelsSome Extra Hands Needed on December 22Heavenly Angels is a ministry committed to cleaning the church twice a month. There are various jobs that are included in the cleaning. If you enjoy cleaning or are looking for some way to be helpful, come check us out. With Christmas coming, we need some extra hands to clean on December 22, from 2:30-4:00 pm. Come whenever you are able. Contact Amanda McCrary at 330.329.4112 or AJMM18@aol.com for more info.

December 18, 2016

Parish NewsStay Informed

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Trip to Italy with Fr. RobInfo Meeting: Thursday, January 19

Save the date now! You will have the opportunity to travel to Italy with other Saint Ambrose parishioners on October 14-24, 2017 – led by Fr. Rob. We’ll be

visiting Rome, Assisi, Florence, Tuscany, Venice, Milan and, of course, the Vatican. The cost per person is $4,100, and covers everything, including airfare.

There will be an informational meeting on Thursday, January 19, beginning at 7:00 pm in the Mother Teresa Room. A rep from Proximo Travel will be on hand to provide more details and answer any questions you may have. In the meantime, contact Fr. Rob with any questions. If you would like to register before January’s meeting, contact Proximo Travel at 855.842.8001, or visit www.proximotravel.com.

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New Year’s Eve - December 31Vigil of Mary, Mother of God 4:30 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.New Year’s Day - January 1Mary, Mother of God 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m.,10:30 a.m. and 12:00 noon

ScheduleNEW YEAR’SChristmas Eve - December 244:00 p.m. Church and Hilkert Hall6:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. & 12:00 Midnight in ChurchChristmas Day - December 258:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 noon

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Small Group Faith SharingInfo Meeting on Thursday, December 29We are blessed with an incredibly large parish, with over 15,000 members and 5,000 families. In communities this large, it may be difficult not to feel lost in the shuffle. At Saint Ambrose, we pride ourselves on making sure YOU are given the care and attention you need. One of the many ways we accomplish this is through Small Faith Sharing Groups in homes. Launched in the fall, many of our parishioners have opened their homes to host nights of reflection, classes, prayer groups...you name it, we do it. Now that we’ve gotten a strong hold on the ground level, we are looking to expand.

During this upcoming Lenten Season (and yes, we know we’re in Advent right now – time flies), we are looking for families/individuals who want to offer programs in their homes or individuals who want to participate in these groups. In just 10 hours you can open up your home, sponsor and facilitate a weekly session. We have all of the resources. To learn more, come to an informational session on December 29 at 10:00 am or 6:30 pm in the Mother Teresa Room.

December 18, 2016

Education News

PSRAngels Make a Difference

The following students have been chosen as students of the month for going above and beyond the expectations at Saint

Ambrose. They have exemplified the Christian character of “Faithfulness” by being steadfast and constant in practicing the faith.

Jackson Briggs Hudson Butler Kyle Callahan Isabella Colman Ryan Dick Logan Doling Adin Evert Kylie Fertal Ryan Heidt Addison Ivory Delania Jones Nicole Jurkiewicz Gideon Kortan Maeve McGinnis Sophia Montiero Kate Muniak Giada Poulos Brady Rice Noah Ropksandich Josh Sauer Haley Sedlacek Mackenzie Steyer Elise Sulima Alex Tannehill Lucy Till Abby Vavrek Xavier Wypasek

PSR Schedule Reminders: There are no classes on December 17, 21, 28, 31 and January 2. Classes will resume January 4, 7 and 9.

Catechist Gathering #2 Due to the observance of the New Year’s Day holiday on January 2, we will be rescheduling the Catechist Gathering to Wednesday, January 4 at 6:00 pm in LC John. Dinner will be provided. RSVP to me by December 27.

Rite of Enrollment for First Eucharist The Rite of Enrollment for First Eucharist will be January 8 at the 9:00 am,10:30 am and noon Masses. This ceremony marks the beginning of a “journey of faith” for children, and their parents, who are starting the sacramental formation process for First Eucharist. It is also a sign to the larger community that all of us have a role in the formation of everyone in the parish, especially those preparing to receive a sacrament. Likewise, it affirms to your child and your family that they are part of the larger faith community. The members of the parish community provide prayer and support for the children, their families, and their catechists throughout the formation period.

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PARISH SCHOOL OF RELIGION

PSRSaint Ambrose Catholic SchoolA Note from Lisa Cinadr

Dear Parents and Friends,

We are one week from Christmas and so look forward to celebrating the birth of our Savior! We’ve been blessed this year, every day, with the little discoveries and successes of our students. Real learning happens here every day. We now have

MAP assessments that provide real data teachers use immediately to help students learn and master the curriculum. Intervention services are stronger and continue to grow to provide the best teaching and support for every learner. The Bridge (grades 4-5) and HSP (grades 6-8) students are learning to navigate the tough years of adolescence through the lens of Jesus Christ with their school family members. All this and more; BIG and critical work is being accomplished by talented and earnest teachers who challenge and support each student as he/she learns in developing individual gifts and talents.

On December 5, our students had the privilege of participating in an extended version of the national “Hour of Code.” Our event included Joseph Kolecki, retired NASA physicist and electrical engineer who discussed water and ice on the moon and planets; Tom Hammond, Computer Specialist at the University of Akron who discussed 3D printing and its uses; and Bob Gillingham of Gillingham Ford whose family donated the funds for our much needed and used “DLL”, our Distance Learning Lab. Our Sixth Grade students thanked Mr. Gillingham and his family for their generous gift and then presented digital artwork ideas to him. Mr. Gillingham and his family will select the design we will use as signage for our Distance Learning Lab.

May these last few days before Christmas find you filled with the peace and joy of Christ.

Blessings,

Lisa Cinadr 330.460.7350 LCinadr@StASchool.us 330.460.7321

JMajka@StAmbrose.us

December 18, 2016

PASTORAL STAFF Father Bob Stec, Pastor 330.460.7333Father Rob Ramser, Parochial Vicar 330.460.7311Father Tom Weber, Parochial Vicar 330.460.7312Deacon Clem BelterDeacon Gary TomazicDeacon Thomas SheridanDeacon Frank WeglickiAbbot Gary Hoover, OSB, Weekend AssistantJosh Arbogast, Youth Ministry 330.460.7388Jane Baldwin, Spiritual Life Coordinator 330.460.7381Tom Bonezzi, Music Ministry 330.460.7337Lisa Homady, Care and Compassion Coordinator 330.460.7315Helen Lanzarotta, Music Ministry & Parish Life Coord. 330.460.7343Mike Mascio, Business Operations Manager 330.460.7344Caitlin O’Neill, FIAT Youth Ministry 330.460.7387Helen Sheridan, Family Life Ministry 330.460.7322

SUPPORT STAFFJames Ergh, Building & Grounds Supervisor 330.460.7309David Hoover, Communications 330.460.7334Kathy Sarazin, Front Office Coordinator 330.460.7300

PSR STAFFDeb Houdek, PSR Secretary 330.460.7326Janet Majka, PSR Coordinator 330.460.7321

SCHOOL STAFFLisa Cinadr, Day School Principal 330.460.7350John Krupinski, School Programs Consultant 330.460.7346Breanne Logue, Institutional Advancement 330.460.7318Catherine Mitchell, Preschool Director 330.460.7361

PARISH LEADERSBob Downs, Parish Finance Council 330.273.3108Bryce Rausch, Parish Finance Council 215.896.9248Jim Lepi, Athletic Director 330.273.1801Frank Gati and Alan Yarcusko, School Advisory Board SAB@StASchool.us Parish Leadership Team, 330.460.7381

BAPTISMParents need to attend a Pre-Baptism Class for their first child. Please call Kim Nemet at 330.460.7316 to register.

MARRIAGEPlease call a priest or deacon at the Parish Office at least six months prior to proposed date to begin your wedding preparations.

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS (RCIA) Come and learn more about the Catholic faith. Call the PLC.

PARISH MEMBERSHIP Call the Parish Office to register. Current members are asked to notify the Parish Office when they move.

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Confessions are celebrated Saturdays from 3:30 – 4:00 pm and by appointment.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Adoration is every Monday in our chapel, from 9:00 am-9:00 pm.

Readings for the Weekwww.usccb.orgMon JGS 13:2-7, 24-25A; LK 1:5-25Tues IS 7:10-14; LK 1:26-38Wed SG 2:8-14; LK 1:39-45Thurs 1 SM 1:24-28; LK 1:46-56Fri ML 3:1-4, 23-24; LK 1:57-66Sat 2 SM 7:1-5, 8B-12, 14A, 16; LK 1:67-79Sun IS 52:7-10; HEB 1:1-6; JN 1:1-18

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BaptismsWe Welcome into the Waters... Cameron James Graham

WeddingsA Wonderful Christmas Gift for Your SpouseLooking to get your husband or wife that special something this year? Why not buy tickets to our World Marriage Day date night on Saturday, February 11. We’ll have a special Mass followed by dinner, live music and dancing. Tickets ($35 per couple) will be available soon, so watch this space. Babysitting will also be provided for children age 2 and up. Email Helen at HSheridan@StAmbrose.us for more info.

Spaghetti DinnerSaturday, January 7Great news: our annual Spaghetti Dinner is quickly approaching. Gather up your family and friends and join us on Saturday, January 7 from 5:30-8:30 pm in Hilkert Hall. Not only will you enjoy a delicious Italian meal, but you will also be supporting our teens in the school and parish. Proceeds from the night will help support our FIAT teens’ trip to the March for Life in January as well as our 8th graders’ trip to Washington, D.C in April. The event is presale only, so head on over to the PLC today to grab your tickets.

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December 18, 2016

Message from CaitlinYouth Ministry

Lock-InDecember 27-28Attention Junior High & High School teens - join us for another great lock-in this December. What better way to spend part of Christmas break than a night full of fun with all your friends? Permission forms can be found at www.myFIAT.us.

Confirmation SessionJanuary 15Attention Confirmandi. Don’t forget – our next Confirmation Session is coming up on Sunday January 15. We will start with Mass at 5:00 pm in the Church, followed by our Confirmation Session from 6:00-7:45 pm in the Gym. We look forward to seeing all of you as we get closer to celebrating the Sacrament of Confirmation! Questions? Call Caitlin at 330.460.7387. Junior High News

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“’Behold, the virgin shall be with child and bear a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel,’ which means ‘God

is with us.’” – Matthew 1:23

In this weekend’s Gospel, we’re reminded of the true reason we celebrate Christmas – the birth of Christ. This line from the Gospel of Matthew directs our attention to the fact that not only did Jesus come into our lives that night in a manger – but that each and every day, God is with us and wants to walk with us as we journey through life.

Even in the darkest, most difficult moments we encounter, the

message of Christmas is that no matter what we’re going through, God is with us. The promise of “Emmanuel” and the joy of the Christmas season is meant to be carried out throughout the year and integrated into each part of our lives. Today’s Gospel doesn’t just tell us that God is with us when we’re sitting in our pews on Sunday or when we’re celebrating the birth of Jesus; rather, He is with us no matter where we are or what we are doing.

Wishing everyone a joyful, peace-filled Christmas as we celebrate the promise of “Emmanuel”!

– Caitlin

Set our Hearts on Fire!

The Junior High PSR students sharing the joy of Christmas with the residents at

Willowood Care Center

Thank you to the parent volunteers who made this event possible.