A Word from Youir Pastor October 14

Dear Parishioners:

The Catechism of the Catholic Church begins with these citations of Scripture in its Prologue:

“FATHER,... this is eternal life, that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.”  (John 17:3)

“God our Savior desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.”  (I Timothy 2:3-4)

“There is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved” than the name of JESUS.  (Acts 4:12)

These texts point to three important aspects of our Catholic Faith. 

 

• The source of our Salvation is God the Father through His Son Jesus Christ.  We are destined for Eternal Life through Jesus.
• God desires the salvation of all human beings and that we all know the Truth about our relationship with Him.
• Jesus Christ is the one Savior of the world for all.

The Year of Faith invites us all to renew our commitment to God in Jesus Christ.  It also invites us to share in God’s desire for the salvation of all and for the truth we have learned to be passed on to all whose hearts are open to receive it.  In short, we are invited through the observance of the Year of Faith to know our Faith, to put it into practice, and to go out to teach it to others.

One way to learn the Faith is to read the Catechism of the Catholic Church for yourself.

The US Bishops have the Catechism online:

http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/what-we-believe/catechism/catechism-of-the-catholic-church/epub/index.cfm

 

You can also have it sent to you day by day through the Year of Faith by subscribing to Flock Notes:

http://www.flocknote.com/sharecatechism

 

Various forms of the Catechism are available:  The Catechism of the Catholic Church, The U.S. Catholic Catechism for Adults, and YouCat, the catechism for Youth.  If you wish, you can bring out your old copy of the Baltimore Catechism for a refresher.

 

Celebrating our Golden Jubilee:  Getting to know Saint Timothy’s Community of Faith.

Up to now, we have concentrated our study on the Scriptures associated with Ephesus, since that was the diocese of which our Patron St. Timothy was the first Bishop.  We are now considering another Letter associated with that community, this time from one of the early bishops of the Church named Ignatius of Antioch.

 

The Epistle of Ignatius to the Ephesians, CHAPTER XII.--PRAISE OF THE EPHESIANS.

I know both who I am, and to whom I write. I am a condemned man, ye have been the objects of mercy; I am subject to danger, ye are established in safety. Ye are the persons through whom those pass that are cut off for the sake of God. Ye are initiated into the mysteries of the Gospel with Paul, the holy, the martyred, the deservedly most happy, at whose feet may I be found, when I shall attain to God; who in all his Epistles makes mention of you in Christ Jesus.

St. Ignatius writes to the Ephesian Church with a real sense of confidence.  He knows himself and he knows them.  He points out that both he and they are living in a proper relationship to God – himself as condemned to martyrdom, the Ephesians as a continuing witness of Mercy.  Relationship with the Apostolic generation and the Communion of Saints is acknowledge with the example of St. Paul who himself was martyred where Ignatius is heading.  Ignatius’ prayer for the Ephesians and himself is that they stay the course.  So it is for us.  We are a community of believers called to be a witness of Faith and of the Mercy of God for our time.  Let us be true to who we are in Jesus Christ.

 

Year of Faith October 11, 2012 – November 24, 2013

 

 Last Thursday, October 11, began the Year of Faith.  As one way of observing this year, each week a small section of the Catechism of the Catholic Church will be read before the start of Mass and will be included in the Bulletin.  This is a small way of offering some food for growth in Faith throughout this year.

PART ONE:    THE PROFESSION OF FAITH

SECTION ONE          Credo - “I BELIEVE”

26      We begin our profession of faith by saying: “I believe.” Before expounding the Church’s faith, as confessed in the Creed, celebrated in the liturgy, and lived in observance of God’s commandments and in prayer, we must first ask what “to believe” means.

Faith is man’s response to God, who reveals himself and gives himself to man, at the same time bringing man a superabundant light as he searches for the ultimate meaning of his life. Thus we shall consider first that search, then the divine Revelation by which God comes to meet man, and finally the response of faith.

Comment:  Faith enlightens the intellect.  We know God through the power of Faith.  According to St. John of the Cross, Faith is the proximate means of Union with God.

What does it mean for you personally to say “I believe”?  What is different about it when you say “I believe” along with your fellow Catholics and Christians at Mass?

This Week in Our History:  October 14-21

1964:   We are saddened at the transfer and promotion of Bishop Issenmann for the loss it means to our Diocese, but we rejoice with him in this mark of the favor of the Holy See.  Let us pray for him and for our own Diocese that the man selected for Bishop will be especially fitted to carry on the work of renewal in the church, as the Council set it forth.

The banns of marriage are announced for the first time between Philip Henry of St. Mary’s Parish, Columbus, and Nora Dorrian, St. Timothy’s.  Also, for the first time between Michael Hanf, Christ the King, and Lois Quinn, St. Timothy’s.

During the past week the room on the lower level, which was being fitted for a classroom, was completed.  We want to thank the men who contributed so generously of their time and service.  A considerable saving on money was realized for the parish.

The Men’s Club has agreed to sponsor a parish Boy Scout Troop.   A meeting of interested boys, with a parent accompanying each boy, will be held this evening at 7:30 in the Parish Hall.

1965:   New Additions to the Parish:  Kevin, son of M/M Darryl Nore; Kathleen, daughter of M/M Jay Reedy

1966:   Sister Lolita, Administrator of Mt. Carmel Hospital, reported late Saturday that Father Winkler’s condition has improved.  He no longer is considered critical, however, his condition remains severe.  In order for his recovery to continue to progress satisfactorily, Father must have complete and absolute rest.  The hospital indicated NO VISITORS will be allowed.  Parish members are asked to comply with this regulation.  Father is able to be up for brief periods of time, therefore along with our continued prayers, greeting cards are in order and would be most encouraging for him.

If you like Spaghetti, why not make it your Sunday dinner on November 13th.   This is the first parish function planned where the proceeds will be used for debt-reduction.  Tickets – Adults, $1.50, children $0.80, (under 3 yrs. free)

1967:   Banns of Matrimony for the first time between Marilyn Briggs of this parish and Arthur Richey of St. Agatha Parish.

1971:   Please remember the souls of Edwin Harcourt and Paul Iannarino in your prayers.

1972:   …We received a bequest of $1,000 from the estate of Mr. Ed Harcourt, which was given for (the purpose of debt reduction) and has been forwarded to the Chancery.

1973:   Today is the second of our Fall Special Liturgies.   The theme is DIAKONIA, which means Christian Service (hence our term Deacon).  The children have prepared special banners; the head of our new Board of Services, Bob Gardner, and Joan Presutti, a service-minded parishioner, will speak briefly at all Masses on the special vocation of the laity to service.  We ask you to study the Service section of our Parish Opinion Survey and make the choice today of where you will fulfill the call to service.

1974:   Do you remember when St. Timothy used to have The Spring Hop, The Summer Rain Dance, The Halloween Dance?   Remember the enjoyment we had seeing and dancing with all our friends, neighbors and fellow parishioners?   It’s been a few years since we’ve had these enjoyable moments but we’re going to bring them back again.  On Nov. 16, the Men’s Club is going to have a “Good Ole Times” Dance.  Price is $6 per couple but –set-ups, snacks and a cold meal at midnight are included. Bring your own bottle but beer will be available.  Let’s gat together and have fun like the “good ole days.”  Tickets will be limited so get yours now—Bob Garner, Walt Olsen, or Burt Went.  Come on St. Timothy….”LET’S GET TOGETHER.”

1977:   Congratulations to Mrs. Ann Bubenchik and her staff who submitted the winning menu for use in all schools of the Diocese of Columbus to commemorate the centennial of St. Joseph’s Cathedral.  The children will all be gorged on MITER mashed potatoes and CATHEDRAL chicken; HERRMANN’S gravy; TRINITY bread; STAINED GLASS WINDOWS; CANDLE WAX beans; ROSECRANS berry sauce; SECOND COLLECTION cookies and ST. JOSEPH’S nectar, with the guarantee that everyone’s tummy will be FULCHER!!

Rumors about the School:  A committee of people from St. Timothy and St. Agatha Parishes, all of whom are dedicated to preserving Catholic Schools, has been meeting often for the past few months to develop a plan for possible consolidation of the two schools in some way.  A definite proposal has not yet been defined.  Such a proposal will be presented to the parish councils of both parishes at their next meeting.

1978:   Parish Boards have the function of recommending policies to the Parish Council and the Pastor.  One such policy had to do with athletic eligibility.  This policy has been abolished by the pastor and will not be reinstated. The only policies governing athletic teams in St. Timothy Parish are those promulgated by the Diocese of Columbus.

1979:   Women’s Club News.  We are looking for someone to learn the responsibilities of altar care chairmanship from someone who has been doing such an outstanding job for the past several years – Ginny Spillers.  Ginny will show you the ropes this year so that you will be able to take over next year.

 
1980:   Please remember in your prayers Joe McLaughlin, a teacher in our CCD program, who was buried in New Jersey this past week.

The beautiful plant near the tabernacle is a Ti Plant, and is the gift of Mr. and Mrs. Rocco Salimbene.  We thank them.

1984:   On Saturday, October 20 Tamara Doyle of St. Timothy will marry Thomas Seringer of St. Mary, Wooster, Ohio in St. Timothy Church.

1985:   Remember in your prayers Eleanor Anawalt who was buried this past week.

 

1986:   The Craft Club (through sales of its hand made crafts uses the funds) to beautify our parish grounds.  They have provided us with the tall pine tree in the middle of the parking lot and the red maple trees along the ballfield fence.

The new altar vessels are the creation of Dr. Marion Franken who was commissioned by Father Thomas to provide some special vessels for use during the Renew program.

The large banner behind the altar is a gift from Blessed Sacrament Parish in Toledo, Ohio.  Blessed Sacrament participated in the Renew program previously and wanted to pass their banner on to us along with their prayers and sacrifices for the success of our program here.

At the present time we have a prayer chain and intercessory prayer group who prays for our special needs.  Another means for gathering your prayer requests is being introduced.  A “PRAYER, PRAISE, AND THANK YOU BASKET” will be placed on the small table in at the back of church.  You may place your prayer requests in the basket.  (Requests do not have to be overly specific…the Lord understands our intentions.)  The basket will be taken to the altar during the processional.  When we ask and when we give our burdens to the Lord, He hears and He answers.

1995:   Jennifer Pond of St. Timothy and Michael Mulligan of St. Andrew were married on October 14th in Our Lady of Victory Church.

1996:   Thank You.

Dear Friends,

  Thank you for your continuous support through your prayers, remembrances and countless kindnesses.  I am truly overwhelmed by your response to the needs that have sprung up so suddenly in my life.  I can only ask, “What would I do without you?”

   As some of you know, my family all live on the east coast which seems especially far away at a time like this.  My brother and two of my sisters have been able to come and spend some time with me.  Those days have been precious.  On the occasions of their visits, my brother and sisters met some of you. I can only say that for them and for me it was like family meeting family, and a special source of comfort to us all.  Thank you all for showing me how to put Christianity into practice by your daily generous and thoughtful actions on my behalf. It is a powerful and humbling lesson.  I look forward to the privilege of being able to do the same for others in the future.

  I depend on your prayers and am more grateful to you than you will ever know.

      Sincerely, Peg Gercke

1998:    Please remember in your prayers, Virginia Lewis Smurr, who was buried this past week.  May she rest in peace.

Congratulations to Lindsey Ganahl and Peter Christopher who will be married Saturday, October 24th.

2000:   Congratulations to (founding members) Melvin and Luella Sullivan who will celebrate their 50th Anniversary Saturday, October 21st.

Volunteers for setting up the Temporary Church in the Parish Center.

Next weekend, we are asking parishioners whose last names begin with A, E, or J to help with setting up or taking down the chairs and other things needed for weekend Masses in the Parish Center….Anyone else is welcome if you would like to help on these weekends while we are out of the church.

2006:   If the Church wants a better pastor, it only needs to pray for the one it has.

2007:  Congratulations to Allison Kunko and Scott Wenger, who will be married here on Saturday, October 20th.

2010:   Remember in your prayers Dominic Gregory, who graduated from St. Timothy School in 2009 and was presently a student at St. Charles.  May he rest in peace.