Blessed and Happy EASTER SEASON

St. Bernard Mass IntentionsSunday, April 30 - Third Sunday of Easter10:00 + Elio Lazzerini12:00 Int. of the Daughter of Divine Charity 8:00 Intention of Sr. Margaret Mary

Monday, May 1 12:10 Poor Souls in Purgatory

Tuesday, May 2 - St. Athanasius12:10 + Alex Banyar

Wednesday, May 3 - Ss. Philip and James12:10 Intention of the Bonin Family

Thursday, May 412:10 Intention of Marilyn Maximovich

Friday, May 5 - RED MASS for Justice System12:00 Intention of the priest

Saturday, May 64:30 + Willie Orr

Sunday, May 7 - Fourth Sunday of Easter10:00 + Frank Simonetti12:00 + Christina Koberlein 8:00 Pro Populo

Scripture Readings for the WeekMon. Acts 6:8-15; John 6:22-29Tues. Acts 7:51-8:1; John 6:30-35Wed. 1 Cor 15:1-8; John 14:6-14Thur. Acts 8:26-40; John 6:44-51Fri. Acts 9:1-20; John 6:52-59Sat. Acts 9:31-42; John 6:60-69Sun. Acts 2:14,36-41; Ps 23; 1Pt 2:20-25; Jn 10:1-10

PRAYER REQUESTS: Rosemary Curley, Tom Woychik, John Ryan, Bud Lundstrom, Clara Piscazzi, Patti Molinelli, Dr. Aldon and Francesca Villalba, Helen Bailey, Patricia Finn, Ann Miller, John W. Didado, Marilyn Maximovich, and the Intentions in our Book of Prayers.

LUXURIES NEEDED - The following are considered luxuries by those we serve in our Hunger Program: soap bar, razors, deodorant, men's white socks, and t-shirts. Please place them in the donation box located in the church lobby. Thank you.

PLASTIC BAGS NEEDED - St. Bernard Food Pantry is always in need of plastic grocery bags (no other types, please).  Give them to an usher for the drop box in the church lobby or drop them at the office. Thank you.

Collection OfferingRegular Sunday, April 23 - $7,519.00Home Missions Collection - $1,713.00

Additional Easter - $457.00The follow-up weekend to the Annual Catholic Charities Appeal is May 20/21. Our parish goal is $47,633. 212 of our households have pledged $37,156. Please use this last In-Pew Appeal to support our Catholic Charities.

Thank you, Good People, for the

generous sacrifice you make to support this Parish

TODAY- SUNDAY - APRIL 30

12 Noon - 6:00 PMat ST. MARY PARISH

Joyfully Gifted Day of ReflectionLight Meal provided ca. 3:00pm

with Sunday Mass at 5:00 PMJOIN US

HEAVEN STARTS NOW: Becoming a Saint Day by Day(by Fr. John Riccardo) -We hope you join our prayer/study/reflection group, facilitated by Ray & Michele Schmidt on Wednesdays, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM in the History

Room (enter off State Street by the Social Hall). The nine sessions begins THIS WEDNESDAY May 3rd.To register, order a book, or any questions, email: mtschmidt@sbcglobal.netor call 313-319-1188.IN HONOR OF THE BLESSED MOTHER - The months of May and October are set aside with special devotions for the Blessed Virgin Mary. Our patron, St. Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153), wrote extensively on the relationship of Mary to the disciples of Jesus. He even experienced apparitions of the Blessed Mother. Scholars today, when looking at the development of our understanding of the role of Mary in the Church, look to the writings and devotion of St. Bernard.

Therefore, it is fitting that in this Community we honor the mother of Jesus Christ and our Mother in this month of May. For those who wish to lead the rosary before the weekend Masses in the church, we invite you to come to begin 20 minutes prior to Mass. If needed, come to the sacristy for the hand-held microphone. PLEASE pray the traditional rosary: Creed, Our Fathers, Hail Marys, Glory be, and either the Hail Holy Queen or the Memorare at the end. Also add, especially this 100th Anniversary of the Visions at Fatima, the "Oh my Jesus..." prayer after each decade. Anything else is your private devotion which can be done privately. Thanks.

ROO CATHOLIC -Where has the year gone?! THIS WEDNESDAY, May 3, we will have our Send-Off for University of Akron Seniors with Mass and Dinner at 6:30pm Join us to pray for and congratulate the Graduating Class of 2017. Also check out the RooCatholic website for other upcoming events.

Each year in the Diocese of Cleveland a Second Collection is taken in all parishes to support Catechetical Ministries, which includes Newman Campus Ministry, the Training of Catechists, etc. This year the collection will be May 13/14 throughout the Diocese. God bless you for your support to the formation and education of our youth and young adult Catholics.

Fr. Dan's Exercise Challenge for those over 65 -Take two 5 lb. bags of potatoes and hold one bag in each hand. Lift the bag straight out at your side. Hold the bags in that position for at least one minute. When you can hold them for the full minute, take two 10 lb. bags and lift them straight out to your side and hold them until you can for one full minute. When you achieve this level lift two 50 lb. bags for a minute (this is the level I am at!). When you have achieved this level, start again with the 5 lb. bags but this time put one potato in each bag.

ALOHA HAWAII!! Take a free-style cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line to the Hawaiian Islands with Doug and Maryjane Palmer of Universal Travel. Make a reservation by May 8th and each cabin booked will send $50 sailing into the St. Bernard Memorial Trust Fund! Please call or text Maryjane at 330-524-8645 to make your reservation and obtain more information. Linda Thompson, a representative of Norwegian Cruise, will be here on May 10th at 6:30pm in the St. Bernard History Room for more details. Call them today.ST. PAUL STREET EVANGELIZATION - A new Catholic Ministry in the Akron area. They provide a Catholic presence at festivals, fairs and other public gatherings. Setting up a table with pamphlets, rosaries, medals and a standup image of Pope Francis, which draws people where many topics of faith and questions can be discussed. If you are interested in being part of this new ministry in our area, you are invited to join a basic training program on Saturday, May 13 from 9:00am to 5:00pm at St. Francis de Sales Parish on Manchester. Register at: www.streetevangelization.comSee their flyer in our church lobby.

CATHOLIC WORKER ROUNDTABLE - will hold a discussion on Immigration on Friday, May 5 at 6:30pm in the Peter Maurin Center, 1090 S. Main. All are invited. Light refreshments will be served.

FATHER FRANK'S NEW ASSIGNMENT - As was announced last weekend, the Administrator of the Cleveland Diocese, Bishop Thomas, has extended Fr. Frank Basa's assignment with us at St. Bernard and St. Mary Parishes. Effective June 13, Fr. Frank will be semi-retired or 'part-time', or as we say in the church world, a Senior Parochial Vicar. This means that he will reside at St. Bernard Rectory (St. Mary no longer has one) and be available to the parishes two-three days per week. He will be compensated for those days alone. In two years, Father can request full retirement status. Until then, I am thrilled he will continue with us - preaching the Word and serving the Lord among us.

2017 WEDDINGS - Our congratulations and prayers are extended to these 12 Engaged couples who plan to begin their marriage at our altar this year:

Joseph Zaworski & Stephanie MorrisLuc Phan& Lily Ho

Christian Amland & Caitlyn ConstancePatrick Coleman & Elizabeth Mooney

Nicholas McNeill & Rachelle GunselmanRyan Adler & Katelyn Eadie

Gary Behrend & Jennifer LabajettaShawn Becker & Leslie Abraham

Brandon Pauley & Alexandra WhiteJon Kaliszewski & Elizabeth Sain

Justin Shepherd & Madeline MalickiKyle Weissbere & Megan Sadrach

1967 WEDDINGS - Our congratulations and prayers are extended to the 51 Married Couples who began their marriage at our altar Fifty Years ago and would mark a GOLDEN ANNIVESARY this year. The annual diocesan celebration for Jubilarians will be Sunday, July30th at 2:30 P.M. at the Cathedral of St. John in Cleveland. If you wish to attend, please contact the parish office by June 19 so we can complete a reservation form for you. Ad multos annos!FATHER PAUL'S GOLDEN JUBILEE - This year also marks the 50th Anniversary of Ordination of the former pastor of St. Bernard Parish, Fr. Paul E. Schindler. Currently assigned in La Libertad, El Salvador, Father Paul will be home to celebrate his years of service on May 27th at the 4:30pm Mass and again on May 28th at the Noon Bilingual Mass. Father was pastor of this parish for 26 years; from 1982 to January, 2008.

WIDOWS and WIDOWERS of

St. Bernard and St. Mary ParishesYou are cordially invited to an appreciation luncheon (no cost) in the History Room at St. Bernard Parish on Tuesday, May 9 at 1:00pm following the 12:10pm Daily Mass. The History Room is located off of the State Street entrance. Park in the upper or lower parking lots. We ask that you kindly call the Parish office at 330-253-5161 with your RSVP by this Friday, May 5th.

Understanding is the KeyThere is a crisis in our region and state. Hundreds are dying and thousands are impacted by the heroin epidemic. It's not something we want to talk about but we need to. Take a few minutes to learn more by watching some helpful (and hopeful) videos and read about the facts related to this crisis. Go to: www.GreaterThanHeroin.com. Understanding the crisis is key to making our community stronger, healthier and holier.

THE EFFECTS OF HEROIN on SOCIETY - The First Friday Club of Akron will feature Maureen Dee, Executive Director of Catholic Charities Treatment, Prevention, and Recovery

Programs on May 5th at Tangier Restaurant on West Market St. at 12:00 Noon. Buffet opens at 11:30 and cost is $20.00. For more information call: 330-535-7668 or to make a reservation.

NOTICIAS PARROQUIALESV ENCUENTRO - continua con un Retiro de los feligreses de la parroquia.Más información pronto.

ROSARIO DEL MES DE MAYO – El rosario para este mes son todos los sábados a las 6 pm. Todos están invitados más información llame a Alma 330- 634-7574.

SALVE LA FECHA - El 14 de mayo vendrán a la 1:30 pm un grupo de abogados para responder preguntas sobre los poderes de representación para la custodia de sus hijos. Por favor pase la voz y no faltes. Más información llame a Luz Alba 330-212-9202.VIUDAS y VIUDOS - Están invitados a un lonche (gratis) en el Salón Histórico el martes, el 9 de mayo a la 1:00 de la tarde. Favor de responder por este viernes, el 5 de mayo que puede asistir con el Fr. Frank y otros que quieren crear un grupo nuevo en la parroquia.

VENTA DE COMIDA LATINA – El domingo 21 de mayo es la venta de comida para sacar fondos para la celebración de la Misa a Nuestra Virgen de Guadalupe en diciembre. Les damos las gracias por el apoyo a todas las personas que hicieron posible este evento. Estas ventas se realizaran todos los meses en el segundo domingo de cada mes, y serán después de la misa de 12:00 del día, en el Salón Social.  Por esta razón pedimos a todos los asistentes que luego terminada la misa bajar inmediatamente y ordenar su comida. Todos están invitados a comprar la comida para servirse en el salón social o también se puede ordenar para llevar y disfrutar en casa. No faltes, te esperamos. Más información: Lety 330-618-3189, Nancy 330-322-4452.

ANIVERSARIO SACERDOCIO - El 28 de mayo aquí en la Misa Bilingüe a las 12:00 de la tarde, el PADRE PABLO SCHINDLER celebrará su 50 Años de Ministro Sacerdocio al Señor Jesús y Su Santa Iglesia.

NOTA: Agradecemos a todos los que colaboraron para la celebración de los cinco domingos del V Encuentro, gracias a los líderes de la parroquia Sagrada Familia, Pennsville, y a todos los líderes en San Bernardo, sin ustedes este encuentro no sería posible. Gracias a los que nos donaron la

comida para el encuentro todo estuvo muy delicioso. Si quieren continuar colaborando para nuestro encuentro parroquial, por favor llamar al 330-253-5161 Ext. 15 ó Nancy 330-322-4452.

Get Connected to FORMED.orgGo to www.FORMED.org. You will see the box titled "Register", click on it. Now type in the parish code678GQQ (which is case sensitive) and your email. Provide your name and address. Set up a username, whatever username you’ll remember, and a password. Keep it simple, you can change it later if you want. A Registration Verification will be sent to your email address. YOU MUST GO to your email AND VERIFY YOUR REGISTRATION BEFORE YOU LOGIN. Then you are all set to use all the great Catholic programs on FORMED.org anytime by simply logging in.

THANK YOU! - Again this year we are grateful for our volunteers who responded to the care of our St. Bernard Cemetery. Under the leadership of Rich Williams the clean-up crew removed a large fallen tree limb with a chain saw, raked leaves away from the fence line for mulching, emptied trash barrels, and secured any fallen headstones. For sure, your work is a Corporal Work of Mercy. God bless you!

Dear Community of St. Bernard,Over the years people have brought back

bulletins from parishes where they attended Mass while away from our worshipping Community. It's not a way to see if people are going to Mass on the road, but I find it interesting to read some of the questions other pastors and parishioners address. And sometimes the bulletin contains a great idea we might try here. The following are some things I've seen:

How Long Should Mass Be? - "There's no rule about how long Mass should last, but it's inappropriate to arrive late or leave before the final blessing...People should leave early only if they get sick or if they are emergency personnel called away for an emergency."

"Saturday day night Masses were designed for people who work Sundays and for parishes with too few priests to accommodate everyone on Sunday - they weren't designed to make it easier to get a good tee time on Sunday morning." Fr. Patrick Keyes, CSSR

Can I receive Communion without going to confession? - "When you receive the Eucharist you affirm that you are in a state of grace, reconciled with God and the Church. If you are in a state of mortal sin you must abstain from receiving the Eucharist until you go to Confession. A mortal sin consists of a serious action through which a person turns away from

God's law and charity, fully understands the action is wrong and chooses to commit it freely. If you have committed venial sins, you may still receive the Eucharist. Venial sins are sins which wound our relationship with God, but consist of less serious matters." Fr. Jarek

When should a priest be called for the Last Rites? - The Last Rites are actually three Sacraments: Confession, Anointing of the Sick, and Communion. They are intended to be celebrated together when a person is conscious and can participate. That is the time a priest should be called; when a person's health has declined severely, or, the person is beginning hospice/palliative care. These days calling a priest at the last minute - and then only to give the anointing because the person is unconscious - is not encouraged. And now with fewer priests, there is the likelihood a priest will not be found or available in time. Fr. Lanning, Fairview, Ohio

How Can We Model the Faith for Our Children? - "The best way that we can teach our children is by serving as a living example to them of how to live as disciples of Christ. If we want our children to grow up as strong Catholics and to display a lifelong commitment to their faith, then it is important that we ourselves live a committed faith life. This includes an ongoing commitment to our own faith formation as adults and active participation in the Sacraments." Fr. O'Connor, Avon, OhioI recently received this question: Can a person take the Host and dip it in the Precious Blood to receive Communion? - This practice known as "Intinction" is common in other Rites, such as the Byzantine or Maronite Rites, but it is not the norm in the Latin Rite. It may be done by a priest for a specific reason and in a prescribed manner. Some Catholics, particularly in the cold and flu season, take it upon themselves to receive the Host in their hand and then dip it in the Precious Blood. Jesus' instruction to his disciples is clear "Take and eat" and "Take and drink"; never 'Take and dip'. If you are concerned about receiving from the cup for whatever reason, do not receive from the cup. Whether under the form of bread or wine we receive both the Body and the Blood of Jesus Christ. The laity and ministers at the altar, including ordained deacons, are not permitted to give Communion to themselves. They are to "take", that is to 'receive', from another as though from Christ.

Here at St. Bernard if a Communicant receives in their hands and walk away from the priest or minister without consuming, be aware that our training is to stop you and kindly inform you to consume the Host before going farther. Also, Eucharistic Ministers of the Cup may kindly remind you and prohibit dipping into the cup.

When receiving the Eucharist in your hands, it is proper to place one hand over the other to receive in the palm of one hand and place the Host in your mouth with the other. If you cannot do this because you are holding a child or a cane in the other hand, please extend your tongue. Receiving the Host in one free hand and kind of tiddling-winking it or popping it into your mouth is inappropriate. Receive on the tongue or momentarily free both hands to receive the Host.

Finally, Eucharistic Ministers please remember that if you plan to bring Communion to the homebound, please bring the pyx to the sacristy before Mass and tell the priest how many you need, OR, after you have received Communion then RETURN at the end of the Communion line with your pyx and tell the priest or minister how many Hosts you need - as per diocesan training. Then go directly to the homebound after Mass.

When you bring back a bulletin I also see that larger parishes have more pages, usually all in color, and with three or four pages of advertisements/sponsors to pay for the bulletin. I appreciate very much the sponsors on the back of our bulletin. Their advertisements pretty well pay for the printing and delivery of our weekly bulletin. I try to estimate how many bulletins we need so we are not wasting paper. On average we have 550 bulletins for our 464 households.

I also see that in a few parishes their entire bulletin is multilingual, most often English and Spanish. But a few bulletins are trilingual, including Vietnamese. It is very reflective of our Catholic Church in the United States.

A Good Easter Season, Fr. Dan