St. Albert the GreatRoman Catholic Church a Rev. Fr. Markus Ramolla

3200 Woodside Drive, Fairfield, OH 45014 • (513)-870-0222 — www.albertthegreat.org — markusramolla @ mail.com

Because of the joyous Resurrection of Christ, and the graces flowing to us on account of it, the Church sings at

the Introit of the Mass:‘The earth is full of the mercy of the Lord,

alleluia; by the word of the Lord the heavens were established, alleluia, alleluia. Rejoice in the Lord, ye just: praise becometh the upright (Ps. XXII).’

Collect : ‘O God, who in the humility of Thy Son hast raised up a fallen world; grant to Thy faithful a perpetual joyfulness; that whereas Thou bast rescued them from the perils of eter-nal death, Thou mayest bring them to the frui-tion of everlasting joy.’

Epistle (I Pet ii, 21‑25) : ‘Dearly beloved, Christ suffered for us, leaving you an exam-ple that you should follow his steps. Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth. Who,

Second Sunday after EasterApril 22, 2012

Rev. Fr. Leonard Goffine — The Church’s Year

Dear Parishioners of Saint Albert the Great,

It is with mixed emotions that I make the announcement that Father Markus Ramolla has decided to resign as Pastor pro tempore of Saint Albert the Great Catholic Church. Father Ramolla plans to continue his work with the seminarians through Saint Athanasius Seminary as he relocates to another church in the U.-S., and he will celebrate his last Sunday Mass at Saint Albert the Great on May 20, 2012.

Preparations have been initiated with His Excellency Bishop Pivarunas and the CMRI in order that the faithful may continue to worship at Mass and receive the sacraments at our Woodside location.

On behalf of the Board of Trustees of Saint Albert the Great, I thank Father Ramolla for his service to us and wish him and the seminarians well.

Sincerely, Michael Ribar, PresidentBoard of Trustees — Saint Albert the Great, Inc.

Mosaic of The Good Shepherd, Mausoleum of Galla Placidia at Ravenna, Italy, Vth.

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Rev. Fr. Leonard Goffine — The Church’s Year

when he was reviled, did not revile; when he suffered, he threatened not; but delivered himself to him that judged him unjustly; who his own self bore our sins in his body upon the tree, that we being dead to sins, should live to justice: by whose stripes you were healed. For you were as sheep going astray: but you are now converted to the shepherd and bishop of your souls.’

St. Peter teaches the Christians patience in misery and afflictions, even in unjust persecution, and for this purpose places before them the example of Christ who, though most innocent, suffered most terribly and most patiently. Are we true sheep of the good Shepherd if at the smallest cross, at every word, we become angry and impatient?

O Lord Jesus! grant me the grace to follow Thee, my good Shepherd, and not to complain and make threats whenever I am reprimanded, reviled or persecuted for justice sake.

Gospel : ( John x, 11‑16) : ‘At that time, Jesus said to the Pharisees: I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd giveth his life for his sheep. But the hireling, and he that is not the shepherd, whose own the sheep are not, seeth the wolf coming, and leaveth the sheep, and flieth; and the wolf catcheth and scattereth the sheep: and the hireling flieth, because he is a hireling, and he bath no care for the sheep. I am the good shepherd, and I know mine, and mine know me. As the Father knoweth me, and I know the Father, and I lay down my life for my sheep. And other sheep I have, that are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice, and there shall be one fold and one shepherd.’

How has Christ proved Himself a good Shepherd ?By sacrificing His life even for His enemies, for those

who did not yet love Him, (I John iv, 10 ; Rom. v, 8) and could not reward Him. He has besides given Himself to us for our food.

How are we to know if we are among the sheep of Christ, that is, His chosen ones?

If we listen willingly to the voice of the Shepherd in sermons and instructions, in spiritual books and conversations; are obedient to it, and especially give ear and follow the rules of the Church throu‑gh which the Good Shepherd speaks to us, (Luke x, 16) ‘for he,’ says St. Augus‑tine, “who has not the Church for his mother, will not have God for his father;» if we gladly receive the food of the Good

Shepherd, that is, His sacred Body and Blood in holy Communion; if we are patient and meek as a lamb, freely forgiving our enemies; if we love all men from our heart, do good to them, and seek to bring them to Jesus.

Who are the other sheep of Christ ?The Gentiles who were not of the fold of Israel, whom

Christ sought to bring by His disciples, and now by their successors; into His fold. To these sheep we also belonged by our ancestors. O how grateful we should be to God, that He has brought us into the fold of His Church, and how diligently should we conduct oursel‑ves as good sheep!

When will there be but one fold and one shepherd ?When, by the prayers of the Church and by her missio‑

naries, all nations shall be converted to the only saving Church, constituting then one Church under one head. Let us pray that this may soon come to pass.

Prayer : O Lord Jesus! Thou Good Shepherd who on the cross didst give Thy life for Thy sheep, grant us, we beseech Thee, by Thy death, the grace to be faithful to Thy voice and teachings like obedient lambs that we may one day be numbered among Thy chosen ones in heaven.

Instruction on Hope :‘I lay down my life for my sheep.’ ( John x, 15)What has Christ obtained for us by His death ?The remission of our sins, the grace to lead a life

pleasing to God in this world, and eternal happiness

Christ the Lamb flanked by apostles represented as lambs. Mosaic, Santi Cosma e Damiano, Rome, VIth.

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Today’s MassSecond Sunday after Easter ; 2nd Collect : Ss. Soter &

Caius ; 3rd Collect : Our Lady ; Preface : Easter. Confessions

Today, confessions will be heard at 7:30 before the Low Mass, and from 9:15 until 9:55 a.m. before the High Mass.

Masses During the WeekMorning Masses this week will be offered at 8:45 a.m. on

Monday, at 7:45 a.m. ; Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday. On Saturday Mass will be offered at usual time at 8:45 a.m.

Next SundayLow Sunday, IIIrd Sunday after Easter ; 2nd Collect : St.

Peter Martyr ; 3rd Collect : Within the Octave of St. Joseph ; Preface : Easter.

On SaleWe will have geraniums on sale for $ 3.00 each in red and

pink also, handpainted flowers pots, original designs, one of a kind, on sale for $ 15.00 each, on May 6th. Tell your friends and family. Remember Mothers’ Day on Sunday, May 13th.

Sunday Catechism ClassesAfter Easter break, our Sunday Catechism classes will

resume on Low Sunday, April 15.

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in the next, for which we now firmly hope, with secure confidence may now expect, and most assuredly will obtain, if we do not fail on our part.

In what does eternal happiness consist ?In the beatific vision of God, which includes the most

perfect love of Him, by which those who are saved become, as it were, one with Him, possessing in this union everything that they can possibly desire.

What are the necessary means of obtaining eternal happiness ?

The grace of God, that is, His continual assistance; the practice of the three divine virtues: Faith, Hope and Charity; the keeping of God’s commandments; the frequent use of the holy Sacraments, and constant prayer. These means must be diligently employed, for «God who», as St. Augustine says, created us without us, will not save us without us,» that is, without our coope‑ration.

What may especially enable us to hope for eternal happiness ?

The infinite mercy and goodness of God, who from all eternity has loved us more than an earthly mother, and. because of this love did not even spare His only‑be‑gotten Son, but gave Him up, for our sake, to the most

bitter death. Will He then deny us heaven, He who in giving us His Son, has given us more than heaven itself? The fidelity of God: He has so often promised us eternal happiness, and in so many texts of Scripture so clearly explained that He wishes us to be saved, that He must keep His promise, for He is eternal truth and cannot deceive (Heb. vi, 18). He says not yes today, and no tomorrow, there is no change in Him, nor shadow of alteration ( James i, 17). The omnipotence of God, who can do all that He pleases, whom no one can oppose or prevent from doing what He will ; if we have confidence in a rich and honest man who assures us he will assist us in need, how much more should we hope in the good‑ness, fidelity, and omnipotence of God !

When should we make an act of Hope ?As soon as we come to the use of reason and, are suffi‑

ciently instructed concerning this virtue and its moti‑ves; in time of trouble or of severe temptation against this virtue; when receiving the holy Sacraments; every morning and evening, and especially at the hour of death.

The same thing is to be observed in regard to acts of Faith and Love.

Prayer Intentions : Please pray for Father Paul Schoonbroodt from Belgium who suffered a serious car accident, while coming from his mission Mass Center in the Czech Republic. He is now in a hospital in Bavaria.

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Pray for the Restoration of the Catholic Hierarchy

Blessing of Religious ArticlesFirst Sunday of the month after all Masses, at the Communion rail.

Blessing of Expectant MothersSecond Sunday of every month after Mass.

Prayer IntentionsTo request prayers for your special intentions or needs, go to our website under Prayer Intentions and fill out the form.

ConfessionsConfessions are heard before Masses on Sunday, during Mass also. Appointments for confession may be made during the week with Father.

BaptismBaptisms are by appointment. At least one parent as well as the sponsor (only one sponsor is required) must be practicing Roman Catholics who attend the Traditional Latin Mass exclusively. For further information please phone Father for arrangements.

ConfirmationsThe Sacrament of Confirmation will be administered every year.

First Holy CommunionFirst Holy Communions will be made on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi.

MatrimonyIf you are contemplating marriage, please make an appointment to speak with Father before setting a date.

FuneralsSimply call Father before calling the funeral director. Father will help you to make all the necessary arrangements.

Last Rites & Sick CallsFather serves a wide area and must often travel far to administer these sacraments. Please do not put off making arrangements until the last moment. Let us know if a church member is sick, hospitalized or in danger of death.

Mass IntentionsFor your Mass requests there are Individual Mass Intention envelopes are available in the back. You can also submit your Mass Requests along with your stipend on our homepage www.albertthegreat.org.

RegistrationPlease complete the registration form online on our homepage.

Mon Apr 23 St. George, M., F. Grassigli8:45 a.m. Low Mass, Alice Hagerty ( Jack Hagerty)

Tue Apr 24 St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen, M., M. Moylan 7:45 a.m. Low Mass, Holy souls in Purgatory ( Jack Hagerty) Wed Apr 25 The Solemnity of St. Joseph D. Short

M. Moylan9:00 a.m. High Mass, † Marie Reinhart & relatives, both living & deceased (H. Dwight)

Thu Apr 26 St. Mark, Ev., Transferred from April 25, St. Cletus & Marcellinus, Pp. & Mm., Within the Octaive F. Grassigli7:45 a.m. Low Mass, † Marie Reinhart & relatives, both living & deceased (H. Dwight)

Fri Apr 27 St. Peter Canisius, C.& D., M. Moylan Within the Octave

7:45 a.m. Low Mass, John (Brother) (William Harris)

Sat Apr 28 St. Paul of the Cross, C., D. Short Within the Octave, St. Vitalis, M.,8:45 a.m. Low Mass, † Marie Reinhart & relatives, both living & deceased (H. Dwight)

Sun Apr 29 IIIrd Sunday after Easter, low Mass St. Peter Martyr, Within the Octave,7:30 a.m. Confessions M. Moylan7:40 a.m. Rosary 8:00 a.m. Low Mass, Special Intention ( John Gregory)9:15 a.m. Confessions & Catechism classes high Mass10:00 a.m. High Mass, People of SAG M.C., G. Wnek Th., D. Wnek

Ac. 1, M. Ribar Ac. 2, A. Ribar

T. 1, C. RibarT. 2, P. Bohman

Mass Schedule atSt. Albert the Great

St. Margaret Mary Chapel Corner4:40 p.m. Rosary & Confession5:00 p.m. Low MassToday’ Mass Intention : Father Paul Schoonbroodt (Fr. Markus Ramolla)Last Sunday’s Collection : $300.00Next Sunday : Low Sunday, 5:00 p.m.

Last Sunday’s Collection 1st 2nd Total

1st Mass 418.32 223.55 641.87

2nd Mass 340.00 157.00 497.00

Total 758.32 380.55 1138.87