Tuesday, April 26, 2011

THIS WEEK'S FUNNY

NEW MASS TRANSLATION: PART 9

During the course of this year, we will be linking articles pertaining to the New Mass Translation which the Catholic Church will begin using Advent 2011 (November 27). Each week we will have a new article linked for you to read and to learn more about the new translation.


New article to read this week:  Liturgy Will be More Formal, Theologically Deeper

Thursday, April 21, 2011

FUNERAL MASS FOR FR. BEN RINGHOLZ






The Funeral Mass for Reverend Benedict E. Ringholz was held Wedesday afternoon at 1:30 pm in St. Mary's Church with Bishop Leonard Blair presiding.  Around 60 priests from around the Diocese of Toledo attended and Fr. Frank Kehres proclaimed the Gospel, while Fr. William Kubacki  (the Vicar for Priests) delivered the homily.

Music from the St. Mary's Music Ministry (the Funeral Choir, Parish Choir, and Ron Blake, Cantor) were directed by St. Mary's Organist and Music Director, Tim Claubaugh.  Song selections, which were picked out by Fr. Ringholz, included "We Walk by Faith," "Shepherd Me, O God," "Hail Mary, Gentle Woman," "Taste and See," and "Lift High the Cross."  "Panis Angelicus" was sung by Ron Blake as a Communion Meditation solo.

Fr. Ben Ringholz was born on July 11, 1919 and ordained a Priest on February 24, 1945.  He was born to Eternal Life on April 17, 2011 at the age of 91.  He was the second oldest priest in the Diocese of Toledo.  Fr. Ringholz was a truly a very spritual and holy priest who will be missed by all of his family, friends and former parishoners throughout the Diocese where he had served.

Monday, April 18, 2011

FUNERAL FOR REVEREND BENEDICT E. RINGHOLZ

Funeral Mass for Fr. Ben Ringholz will be on Wednesday, April 20 at 1:30 pm. Choir members are asked to be in church by 1:00.  Ron Blake will be the cantor, Tim Claubaugh will be the organist, and Bishop Leonard Blair will preside.

IMPORTANT:  Choir members from all choirs are being invited to sing for this funeral.  Therefore, it is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT that you email Tim Claubaugh and let him know if you plan to sing for Fr. Ben's funeral.  Depending on how many choir members are singing will determine if we sing from the balcony, or down front.


For the Sandusky Register Obituary link, click here.

FUNERAL FOR ANDREW LEO WEYER

Funeral Mass for Andrew Weyer will be on Wednesday, April 20 at 11:00 am. Choir members are asked to be in church by 10:30. Rosemary Manner will be the cantor, Tim Claubaugh will be the organist, and Fr. Dave Nuss will preside.


For the Sandusky Register Obituary link, click here.

Monday, April 11, 2011

OVERNIGHT HOUSING NEEDED

The Heidelberg University Concert Choir will be performing at St. Mary’s Church on Wednesday, May 18 at 7:30.  St. Mary’s is the first stop on a week long tour in Ohio and New York.  After their performance that evening, we need to have the students housed in parishioners homes for one night.  This would include a place to sleep and bathe, a morning breakfast, and transportation to and from the church at specified times.  If you are able to house 2 or more students for this, please call the parish office at 419-625-7465. 

NEW MASS TRANSLATION: PART 8

During the course of this year, we will be linking articles pertaining to the New Mass Translation which the Catholic Church will begin using Advent 2011 (November 27). Each week we will have a new article linked for you to read and to learn more about the new translation.


New article to read this week: ROMAN MISSAL:  THE CHURCH'S COMMON TREASURE

Friday, April 8, 2011

ABOUT ARLENE STROHL

St. Mary's Children's Choir Director Arlene Eishen Strohl is a graduate of Bowling Green State University
with a BA in Music Education/Choral and is a Licensed Music Educator in the State of Ohio. Arlene teaches private vocal instruction, Kindermusik, is the Director of “Amerikids-show choir” at The State Theatre, has directed numerous musical productions and is professional vocalist. She spends her summers as business and promotions associate for The Huron Playhouse and can also be seen on stage there. Arlene has been married to Floyd Strohl for twenty-five years and has two musical daughters: Lanna (22) and Sarah (17). She is please to be working with your children.

Monday, April 4, 2011

NEW MASS TRANSLATION: PART 7

During the course of this year, we will be linking articles pertaining to the New Mass Translation which the Catholic Church will begin using Advent 2011 (November 27). Each week we will have a new article linked for you to read and to learn more about the new translation.


New article to read this week:  "CHURCH MINISTERS WILL PLAY CRUCIAL ROLE IN IMPLEMENTING NEW TRANSLATION"

Friday, April 1, 2011

FUNERAL FOR JOANNE E. MOYER

Funeral Mass for Joanne Moyer will be on Monday, April 4 at 2:00 pm. Choir members are asked to be in church by 1:30. Carol Icsman will be the cantor, Ron Abbott will be the organist, and Fr. Jason Kahle will preside.

For the Sandusky Register Obituary link, click here