Par i sh S ta f f :

Pastor: Father Len Fecko

Deacon Tracy Jamison

Deacon Tom Graber

Pastoral Assistant: Elaine Fuell

Office Manager: Letty Hater Schroer

Receptionist: Sharon Bertsch

Parish Accountant: Thea Padgett

Wedding Music & Liturgy Coordinator: Blake Callahan

Choir Director: J.C. Rocha

Maintenance: Roy Kreissl,

Debbie Yacchari

May 21, 2017 Sixth Sunday of Easter

OLY ROSS- MMACULATA

“The Church of the Steps”

30 Guido St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 Office Hours: 8:30 am—3:30 pm M-F

Ph. 513-721-6544 Fax 513-721-6177 Website: www.hciparish.org Office Email: holymac30@fuse.net

Pastor: holymacpastor@fuse.net Bulletin email: hcibulletin@gmail.com WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE:

Saturday 4:30 p.m. Sunday 8:00 am & 10:30 a.m.

WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE: Monday 6:30 p.m. T-W-F 8:00 a.m.

Thurs: Communion Service 8:00 a.m. HOLY DAYS & HOLIDAYS: SCHEDULE:

Please consult bulletin or call parish office.

SACRAMENT RECONCILIATION:

Saturday 3:30-4:00 p.m. or by appointment

ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Call Parish Office

EUCARISTIC ADORATION: 1st Monday 7 p.m.

SAT 20

Vigil Mass

Sixth Sunday of Easter

4:30 p.m. Mass

Norb & Esther Borgman

Wedding Remembrance

(Jan Borgman)

SUN 21

Sixth Sunday of Easter

8:00 a.m. Mass

People of the Parish

10:30 a.m. Mass

Clara Arling

(Arling Family)

MON 22

Easter Weekday

6:30 p.m. Mass

Ron Kolady

(Larry & Jan McHale)

TUES 23 Easter Weekday

8 a.m. Mass

Annette Iavovetta Rocco

(Cathie & Pat Coniff & Family)

WEDS 24 Easter Weekday

8 a.m. Mass

Holy Souls in Purgatory

(JM)

THURS 25

Easter Weekday 8 a.m. No Mass

Communion Service

FRI 26

Easter Weekday

8 a.m. Mass

Helen & Charles Smith

(Carol Smith)

SAT 27

Vigil Mass

Seventh Sunday of Easter

4:30 p.m. Mass

Dot Sweeney

(Conor, Alice & Eleanor Sweeney)

SUN 28 Seventh Sunday

of Easter

8:00 a.m. Mass

People of the Parish

10:30 a.m. Mass

Susan Klaine

(Marcia & Jim Kennedy)

SCHEDULE

FOR May 27 & 28

Saturday 4:30

Sacristan: Georgia Curran

Server: Keith Geissler

Lector: Linda Bova

EM: Susan Daugherty

Georgia Curran

Sunday 8:00

Sacristan: Jerry Fuell

Server: Tony Baker

Lector: Jerry Fuell

Jim Goldschmidt

EM: Sally Simon

Elaine Fuell

Sunday 10:30

Sacristan: Brenda Herrin

Server: Keith Giessler

Lector: Alice Rogers-Uhl

M’ellen Horrigan

EM: Jim Horrigan, John Graf

Glen Graf, Jenny Graf

Collection Counters:

Glen Graf, Jenny Graf

Andy Wahl

COLLECTION REPORT May 13 & 14, 2017

Sunday Collection $2,711.00

EFT/CreditCard $1,076.60

Votive Candles $270.00

Total Regular Revenue $4,056.60

HOLY CROSS-IMMACULATA PARISH

Observances This Week

Monday, May 22: St. Rita of Cascia, Religious

Thursday, May 25: St. Bede the Venerable

St. Gregory VII

St. Mary Magdalene de’ Pazzi

Friday, May 26: St. Philip, Priest

Saturday, May 27: St. Augustine of Canterbury

Scripture Readings for the Week of May 21, 2017

Monday, May 22: Acts 16:11-15 Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b Jn 15:26--16:4a

Tuesday, May 23: Acts 16:22-34 Ps 138:1-3, 7c-8 Jn 16:5-11

Wednesday, May 24: Acts 17:15, 22--18:1 Ps 148:1-2, 11-14 Jn 16:12-15

Thursday, May 25: Acts 18:1-8 Ps 98:1-4 Jn 16:16-20

Friday, May 26: Acts 18:9-18 Ps 47:2-7 Jn 16:20-23

Saturday, May 27: Acts 18:23-28 Ps 47:2-3, 8-10 Jn 16:23b-28

The Ascension of the Lord Sunday, May 28: Acts 1:1-11 Ps 47:2-3, 6-9 Eph 1:17-23 Mt 28:16-20

www.hciparish.org Sixth Sunday of Easter

SUNDAY

MAY 28 Welcome Fr. Martin Holler

May 21, 2017

Novena in Preparation of Pentecost On May 26, please consider joining

thousands of Christians of all denominations throughout the world by beginning a

personal eight-day novena of prayer for renewal and unity in the Church.

Mass Time: 6:30 p.m.

MONDAY

MAY 29

GOOD FRIDAY EVALUATION REPORT

Breakfast Income $ 1123.00 Fish Fry Income $ 4611.00 Pizza Income $ 379.00 Kona Ice Income $ 295.50 GF Services Collections $ 1722.00 Donation Boxes $ 7538.00 Total Income $15668.50 Total Expenses $14101.14 PARISH PROFIT $ 1567.36

WELCOME TENTS ON PLAZA: Overall, people seemed to like having our volunteers greet them. The concern that the tent would block the view of the church from the steps was not an issue.

TENT FOR THE SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: This plan worked very well. Having the priests outside cut down on the noise level in the church. Bishop Binzer stayed after the afternoon service to help with confessions. He stayed until after the fireworks at GABP. He liked the image: fireworks after your sins are forgiven! We could have used a larger tent at times, especially since it was a warm and sunny day.

SACRED SILENCE IN CHURCH: The feedback was that overwhelmingly, this plan worked very well. Many people liked the music in the church. Others did not. One critic remarked that it was tacky. Other ideas surfaced regarding other options to try in the future—but the goal of maintaining a “sacred silence” was supported.

PRAYER BROCHURES/BOOKS: Many people commented that they liked having the prayer brochures to help guide them in their prayer and reflection. Others commented that they missed the holy cards. Some people have collected them over the years as a souvenir of the pilgrimage. Perhaps next year we can offer both.

VOTIVE CANDLES: If we did one thing right, it was offering the small votive candles for all the pilgrims. Many people commented how much they liked the opportunity to light their own candle. Having candle racks inside and outside the church are suggested for next year. The concern of having too many candles did not become a reality. Some people did not like the fragrance of the candles. Others liked the fragrances. Some people did not like the mixture of three fragrances, but others did. We now know that 5000 is the reasonable number for candles, brochures or anything else we pass out. We probable have 5000 candles in storage that can be used next year or for other events. People liked the fact that there was no selling of candles or anything else going on—especially in the church.

GUEST BOOKS: Recommendation made to have books in the back of the church as well since not everyone came to the front. We did not get as many people to include an email address as we had hoped.

DONATION BOXES: The larger donation boxes worked well. It was not necessary to empty the donation boxes as often—or at all. The concern for security did not become an issue. The concern of having someone walk away with the donation boxes did not become an issue because the containers were too large and too heavy. It was recommended that there be a donation box near the crucifix outside.

HOLY WATER: The response was good– not only on Good Friday, but also on Easter and the next Sunday. All the bottles that were available were taken.

KONA ICE: This was another idea that had mixed reviews. Some people think it made the parking lot look too commercialized. Others liked the community spirit that seemed to exist. Having a cool treat on a warm day went over. Kona Ice broke a record for sales and it was an easy source of revenue for us. (cont’d next page)

For this report we did not break down the line-by-line costs, but the record keeping this year will make it much easier to set budgets for next year. Fr. Len chose to include the total cost for all expenses incurred this year, including things like stipends for priests and musicians, just to show that with all the new things that were done this year, we still made a small profit. Many of the expenses incurred this year were one-time expenses (tables, donation boxes, etc.) that we will not incur in the future. If those items were not included in our expenses, the profit would be on par with past years. ( Generally $4000)

The Church Doors: Updated Information

When the gust of wind swept up the hill and into the church, both doors were pulled loose from their doorstops, causing them to slam against the wall. The result was that the glass in one of the doors cracked. The other door had a metal door opening fixture attached at the top. When the door slammed against the wall, part of the wood near the fixture cracked. As a result, repairs are needed for both doors. The good news is that the insurance inspector has agreed that we can submit a claim for “reasonable costs” for the damage. The parish will have to pay our deductible amount plus any amount over that which Gallagher-Bassett deems reasonable. Unfortunately, over the years, the wood dried out significantly. It does not make much sense to spend money to try to repair the old dried door. (It is something like putting new wine into old wine skins!) Therefore, instead of spending money to repair the old door, we have decided to have two new doors made—which we hope will last another 150 years!. They will be stained to match the old doors. The new glass panel will be installed into one door, and the other glass panel will be removed from the old door and installed into the new door. Both doors will be equipped with latches and other safety measures so that the wood and the glass will be protected should a similar accident occur in the future. Since it is unlikely that Gallagher-Bassett will not pay for all the work, we will use money from the Preservation Fund. A few parishioners have already offered to make donations to help cover the cost of the repairs. Once we know the amount that the parish will have to pay for the repairs we will publish it in the bulletin. Any donations made by parishioners will be deposited into the Preservation Fund to help replenish what was used for this project.

GOOD FRIDAY REPORT… continued Pizza: The idea of other food options was supported. Again, some PC members did not like the booth out-side because of the commercialism. Others liked the community atmosphere that was generated. This year, because of the perfect weather, many people sat in the parking lot and enjoyed themselves. Fr. Len commented that it reminded him of the areas out side both Lourdes and Fatima where people enjoy treats and buy souvenirs. The pizza option during the Fish Fry went over well, especially since this was the first year it was offered.

BREAKFAST: Another successful endeavor. Recommendation that at least one hospitality always be in the large room to greet people.

FISH FRY: Linda Capannari did an excellent job (as always), especially since she did not have a mentor teach her the ropes. Everyone agreed that the fish was not as good as in previous years when Dixie and Roy and their crew breaded the fish. Linda hopes that we can go back to that process next year. She hopes the fish can be breaded on Wednesday or Thursday so as to avoid using the parish center on Friday. This year the fish was hit or miss. Some people thought it was very good. Others did not. The question was raised: Should we consider having the Fish Fry or other food options at lunch? Many people are looking for some-thing to eat during the lunchtime hours. Our large crowds help support the businesses on Mt. Adams on that day. It is good for us to support them since they support us throughout the year. We need to be mind-ful of the extra volunteers that would be needed if we expanded our food options. The suggestion was also made to consider food trucks. Again, many differing opinions. There is much “food for thought” and “lots to chew on” as we think about next year!

Good Friday 2018: March 30 Mark Your C

alendar!

PARISH SACRAMENTAL LIFE

James Roy Wapiennik

son of

Andy & Melissa Wapiennik

was baptized on May 13, 2017

Congratulations to parishioner Grandparents Terri & Jim Zenz

Congratulations to

Christine Greiwe & Thomas Jones

who were married Saturday, May 13, 2017

A Mass of Christian Burial

was celebrated for

Edward “Spike” Schultz

on Friday, May 12, 2017

We extend prayers and sympathy to Ed’s wife, Marlene, and with his entire family. Ed and Marlene were long-time residents of Mt. Adams.

Ed was well respected in the community - especially for his dedication to the beautification of the neighborhood.

He was known for caring for the plants and flowers at the Martin Street Garden.

Congratulations to Aaron Turner who graduated from the

School for the Creative and Performing Arts.

Aaron is planning to attend Miami University in August.

FESTIVAL SPONSORS NEEDED

Just think, if all 250 ‘family units” of our

parish would find at least one sponsor at

the $100 level, we would have $25,000

raised before the festival even begins!

This amount would cover the Main Raffle

prize of $10,000 and provide $15,000 in

start-up funds that could be used to buy

prizes for other booths and keep the

food costs as low as possible.

For more info, please contact Tina Russo

(513) 535-7694

or

russot7197@yahoo.com for more info.

The Festival with the

BEST VIEW in the City!!!

August 5-6

2017 HOLY CROSS-IMMACULATA-MOUNT ADAMS GOLF OUTING

SATURDAY, JUNE 17, 2017

GOLF OUTING

California Golf Course

9924 Kellogg Ave. 45228

12:00 LUNCH

1:15 SHOTGUN START

SCRAMBLE FORMAT

$110 per player

$440 per foursome

5:30 DINNER at

Holy Cross-Immaculata

$20 per person

STEAK or CHICKEN with sides

CONTACT INFORMATION Paul Simon 310-4160 psimon@cinci.rr.com

Jim Horrigan 910-4225 jhorrigan@cinci.rr.com