Category: Bulletins and Newsletters

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Weekly Bulletin November 15, 2020

by Terrie Evans

On this Sunday, we welcome back Father Mike Savino for our 9:00 AM Mass and the many members of  the Buck Family for a  Baptism after Mass.  The Buck family consists of  Andrew  and Olivia Scarlato Buck  and daughter Harper for the Christening of her baby brother, Hudson Lee Buck.  Besides being related to the Scarlato Families, they can also claim the  Marckesano and Panaro Families from the Little Italy  area of South Fairmount who have been members of San Antonio Church for many years.   Hudson’s Grandparents are David and Judy (McCoy)  Scarlato, and Phil and Debbie  Buck and his Great Grandmother was the late, Gilda (Panaro) Scarlato.  The 2^nd Great  Grandparents of Hudson  were the late John and Rose (Marckesano) Panaro  who were the 1^st couple to get married in our newly established San Antonio Church  on December 6, 1924, 96 years ago.  Hudson’s   3^rd set of  Great Grandparents (parents of John and Rose), were some of the earliest settlers in the Upper Lick Run area of South Fairmount.  They were the late Lawrence and Mary Josephine (Palmire) Panaro who resided at 1998 Queen City Avenue and the late Pasquale and Magdalena (Dalessandro) Marckesano who established their homestead at 1950 Montrose Street.  Both couples  had big families the Panaro’s had 8 children and the Marckesano had 10!  There  are now hundreds of family members that can claim Hudson as a relative. 

The God Parents for Hudson are Adam (Bo) and Emma Scarlato, the brother and sister-in -law of Olivia (Scarlato) Buck.  Bo and Emma were married at our church on May 8, 2015 and Baptized their son Lucca in 2019.  We congratulate Hudson on receiving the Sacrament of Baptism at San Antonio Church.

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Weekly Bulletin November 8, 2020

by Terrie Evans

Our Church Community would like to thank everyone who bought Spaghetti Dinner tickets for our 84^th Annual Dinner.  We were able to work with all the new rules and in the end have another successful year for our annual dinner.  We appreciate Harry Panaro being available in the Hall every Sunday to promote the new  2020 place mat and  in a few weeks, sell  all  72 spots.  It was great to have so many families and area businesses help by promoting our dinner.  Our parishioners and local businesses bought spaces on the mat that was used for our diners in the Hall  and also put into the takeout orders.  The planning for the dinner  became quite a challenge for the many volunteers who were aware of all the concerns for our guests. 

This year we introduced  reservations for our dine in customers  who enjoy our traditional Italian Spaghetti dinner served in our Hall.   We then  established  a drive thru ordering tent on Queen City Avenue and pick up tent on White Street for those who were not sure about entering our Hall.  New this  year for out take out customers was the 5 pack with enough spaghetti, meatballs, salad and dessert  for a family  group with plenty for all to enjoy the next day.  We also had a lot of orders for extras  like sauce, meatballs and our delicious  Italian sausage that really  helped our sales. 

Through all these new rules, San Antonio Church had a home run again for the dinner and we cannot thank enough  all the dedicated workers who gave up their week to organize, cook and get the orders out on time.  We thank all those who manned the stove, those who packed the orders and those who handled the drive thru orders and supplied the desserts to complete the meal.  Everyone showed up for their shifts and we appreciate those ladies and gentlemen who staffed the tents  in not the best weather for the drive up tickets and chances for split the pot. 

This year we had many  grandchildren, the 3^rd and 4^th Generations of our Parishioners and many teens from all the schools on the West Side who were much needed to be the runners for all the drive thru orders.  It has been a tradition and pleasure for all of us to serve  San Antonio Church as our Grandparents and Parents did  since 1922.  Even though they are no longer with us, they would be very pleased  to know we have continued on with the work they started 98 years ago.   All the  volunteers at San Antonio  wear many hats with no job descriptions but, they all  do whatever needs to be done to  keep our church going.  Benedict and Grazie! 

Next week, San Antonio Church will welcome  the Scarlato Family for the Baptism of Hudson Lee Buck after Mass.

We would like to thank everyone who has continued to contribute to the ongoing expenses of San Antonio Church by mailing in their weekly envelopes or by contributing electronically utilizing WeShare . The buttons at the bottom of this post allow you to make online donations directly to the listed account for San Antonio Church.

Weekly Bulletin November 1, 2020

by Terrie Evans

On this Sunday, the feast of All Saints, San Antonio Church sends its condolences to the Becker and Stagge Families on the loss of Rita Becker Stagge  on October 14^th.  Rita was the Great Niece and 4^th generation family member to our beloved Sr. Blandina Segale, Servant of God and the last family member to have  had personal memories of her.  Rita was 13 years old when Sr. Blandina died and  over the years kept up with  current news about her.  Rita along with the Becker and Stagge families  journeyed  to Cicagna, Italy (Birthplace of Sr. Blandina & Justina & Siblings Giacomo, Hank, Catalina, Caterina) for the July 11, 1998  dedication of the town square for Sr.  Blandina.  The square is located adjacent to the Church where Sr. Blandina (Rosa Maria Segale) was Baptized.  Rita’s  funeral mass was held at St. Vincent Ferrer and we send our prayers to  her 7 Children, their families and the many friends who mourn her passing.   

We also keep the family of Rose Ann (Palmire) Sabin in our prayers who passed away on October 18^th and was buried from Our Lady of Victory Church.  Rose Ann “Hansi” was a product of the Lick Run area of South Fairmount and a descendant of early settlers, Grandparents Gennaro  & Maria (Schiavo) and her Father, Anthony Joseph Palmire who settled  next  to the historic St. Peter’s Church.  Anthony Palmire helped with the start of our church and with the guidance of Sr. Blandina, became the Chairman of the 1^st San Antonio Festival in 1923.  In the early years of our church he along with Rose Ann (Hansi)  supported the  many events at San Antonio and when she married Fred (Fritz) Sabin in 1953 (67 years ago) they held their wedding at San Antonio. 

Because of their history with San Antonio Church, their Great Grandchildren (EJ, Twins Violet and Tanner) of their granddaughter Stacey and her husband, Elliot Klumb  were Baptized in our church.  Throughout her life, Hansi was a joy to be around and enjoyed keeping up with all her Panaro Cousins who will miss her.  She  leaves sons Tony  and spouse Christy, Mike and his fiancé, Amy Ferguson and Stacey’s brother, Grandson Jeff, spouse Jennifer and their children Brady, Marco, Kallei, Gavin and Grace.  She was the sister of the late Mary Jo (Palmire) Nocito and Grandmother to the late Lia Klumb.  Hansi also leaves her last surviving sibling, sister Toni (Palmire) Minges, her 6 Children and their families and over 50 Nocito family members from New Jersey. 

Some History

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Weekly Bulletin October 25, 2020

by Terrie Evans

October 25^th is the day set aside to celebrate Priesthood Sunday to honor all  priests who have so dutifully served  their parishioners.  It is traditionally held on the 4^th Sunday in October to encourage  parishioners to remember all past and present priests who are a part of the rich history of their church.  As we hold a special place in our hearts for those men of the cloth who helped keep  San Antonio open, please keep them in your prayers as they continue to serve and bring the love of Christ to all of us.  St. John Vianney is the Patron Saint of parish Priests and has said “The Priesthood is the love of the heart of Jesus.  When you see a priest, think of our Lord Jesus Christ.” 

A Prayer for Priests:  “Gracious and loving God, we thank you for the gift of our priests.  Through them, we experience your presence in the sacraments.  Help our priests to be strong in their vocation.  Set their souls on fire with love for your people.  Grant them the wisdom, understanding, and strength they need to follow in the footsteps of Jesus.  Inspire them with the vision of your Kingdom.  Give them the words to spread the Gospel.  Allow them to experience joy in their ministry.  Help them to became instruments of your divine grace.  We ask this through Jesus Christ, who live and reigns as our Eternal Priest.” 

On this Sunday we also welcome  Fr. Daniel Brandenburg, from the Legionaries of Christ for our  9:00 AM Mass and  the Baptism of Theodora Blair Kelsey.  Fr. Daniel’s order; Legion of Christ, has religious communities in 21 countries with 4 Bishops, 970 Priests and more than 481 Seminarians with its headquarters in Rome, Italy.  In the United States, the Legion operates  5 Schools and provides spiritual direction, retreats and programs for children as well as adults.   Fr. Brandenburg has served in Oldenburg, Indiana and is now Chaplain of the Lumen Institute and the Regnum Christi Men  in Atlanta, Georgia.  Over the years, he has become a close friend and spiritual supporter to the Kelsey Family. 

San Antonio Church is excited to welcome the Kelsey, Vanover, Stoll, Cluxton, Guidugli  and Wall Families for Teddy’s Baptism.   We also welcome baby Theodora’s (Teddy’s) siblings, Big Sister Ella and Twins Rosie and Walter.  The Godparents for the new addition to the Kelsey Clan  are  Godmother, Katie (Kelsey) Cluxton and  Godfather Jeff (Bay) Guidugli.  This is also the 79^th Anniversary of  the Patriarch and Matriarch of the Stoll Family,  Linda (Stoll)  Kelsey’s  late parents Willard and Mary Stoll.     

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Weekly Bulletin October 18, 2020

by Terrie Evans

On October 18^th we celebrate World Mission Sunday 2020, a day set aside where the Catholic Church throughout the world renews its commitment to the missionary movement.  It was created in 1926 by Pope Pius XI as a day of prayer for missions.  Our present Holy Father, Pope Francis calls on us to be aware of others and not just ourselves  on this one day in the year when the entire Church comes together in support of missions and to live our lives as missionary disciples.  Pope Francis stated:  “The invitation to step out of ourselves for love of God and neighbor presents itself as an opportunity for sharing, service and intercessory prayer”.   

World Mission Sunday Collections give support to priests, religious and lay pastoral leaders who not only proclaim the Gospel; but also build the church and serve the most vulnerable among us.  World Mission Sunday Collections help support 194,855 Schools, 5,246 Hospitals, 17,530 Health Clinics, 577 Leprosy Centers, and also help fund 80,560 Social and Pastoral Projects.   Pope Francis calls on all Catholics to help  fund overseas missions financially through Missio, the Holy Father’s official charity  that helps Churches that are too young or too poor to support themselves.  What will be donated on World Mission Sunday will help missionaries help struggling communities throughout the world. 

Pope Francis’ message for World Mission Sunday 2020:  “The Church continues the mission of Jesus and send us everywhere so that, through our witness and the proclamation of the Gospel, God may continue to manifest his love and transform hearts, societies and cultures.”  By supporting Missio, we play a big part in continuing to create a vibrant Catholic Church in the future. 

There is a short film created by Missio agencies from around the world that features dedicated men and women who are presently making a huge difference in the world’s poorest communities.  The film. “We Are Still Here” shows Missio and the many partners throughout our universal Church are present before, during and after a crisis.  To view the film  go to :   www.missio.org.uk/wms

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Weekly Bulletin October 11, 2020

by Terrie Evans

On this Sunday we commemorate the 98^th Anniversary of the founding of our church.  On the 8^th of October in 1922, the formal dedication of San Antonio Church took place as  a much celebrated and historic day in South Fairmount.  All of the new parishioners were happy to attend  Mass as they said prayers for all the favors bestowed upon them.  It was on this day in 1922 that Archbishop McNicholas officially placed the newly established San Antonio Church in the care of the Franciscan Order.  As we come together for Mass on this Sunday, please say a prayer of thanks in memory of those Lick Run families who fought diligently  to start their own church with the labors of the Sisters of Charity, Blandina, Justina and Euphrasia who helped them achieve their dream.  We also remember all those Franciscan Fathers and Priests who were with us through our celebrations and sorrows in the early years.  Although the are no longer with us, we feel their presence   as we look forward to our 100^th year in 2022.    

Today, we also welcome  guests to our 84^th Annual Spaghetti Dinner.  It is a little different this year with limited seating  and drive thru orders as a way to serve those who make this a yearly tradition with their families and friends.  There will be 4 different times to dine in with drive thru starting at 11:30 AM until 7:00 PM.  For Curbside orders call Dave Sabatelli @ 513-405-6444 and for a Dine In Reservations, call Vic Minella @ 513-520-5594.  For Drive Thru, enter on the Queen City Avenue side and exit on the White Street Side.  Adults: $10; Kids under 12: $5; Split the Pot: $5 each or 5 for $20. 

Monday, October 12^th we acknowledge  Christopher Columbus’s arrival in the Americas in 1492 and recognize the contributions of Americans of Italian descent.  Christopher Columbus  was an Italian explorer and colonizer  who, on behalf of Spain set sail across the Atlantic Ocean in search of a faster route to the Far East when he landed in the New World.  The voyage on the Spanish Ships  Santa Maria, Nina and La Pinta took 3 months  and introduced the transfer of plants, animals, culture, human populations and technology from the New World and the Old World.   The celebration of Christopher Columbus’s voyage has been recorded from as early as 1792, with  Italian Americans observing  the first Columbus Day  on October 12, 1866 and  the first Columbus Day Parade in  San Francisco in 1869.  Since 1989, October has been marked as Italian American Heritage Month and over the past 31 years, many honor their Italian Roots and the struggles their family members endured that connects their past with the future.  

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Weekly Bulletin October 4, 2020

by Terrie Evans

During the month of October, the Catholic Church celebrates “Respect Life Month” and on this Sunday we observe “Respect Life Sunday”.  The theme for “Respect Life Month” for 2020-2021 is for all of us to “Live the Gospel of Life” as we are called to reflect on every human life.  The theme explores how Jesus becoming a man and redeeming us through his humanity reveals the dignity of all human life and how the Gospel of life is therefore essential to our identity as followers of Christ.  As Catholics we are called to protect and defend the most vulnerable in our society throughout a persons life from conception to their final day.  Pope Francis states:  “We are called to show mercy because mercy has first been shown to us”. 

Around the United  States and in Canada, many “Life Chains” will be formed to hold a peaceful and prayerful way to stand for one hour as they pray to end abortion.  Thousands will take part in this tradition as multiple churches come together to pray.  In Ohio, there will be one held in  in Dayton, Ohio and one of the largest “Life Chains” will take place on “Respect Life Sunday” in Lake Ridge, Virginia with the Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton “Life Chain” from 2:30-3:30 PM on this Sunday.

The Archdiocese of Cincinnati (Founded on June 19, 1821) has a Respect Life Fund that supports over 100 life giving organizations.  Since 1973, the Archdiocese Pastoral Council established an annual collection for the life sustaining organizations within the 19 counties  of the Archdiocese.  All of the generous donations of parishioners goes directly to assisting much needed organizations such as  the Healthy Beginnings/Pregnancy Center West.  All monies collected are forwarded to the Chancery Office and are designated  for the Respect-Life Collection.  As you make your donation, please consider the work and dedication of the Respect Life Ministries  who help individuals make informed Respect-Life decisions. 

San Antonio Church will celebrate our 98^th Anniversary next week, October 11^th and also the 84^th Annual Spaghetti Dinner with Dine In and Carry Out.  For details on the weekend event please call Victor Minella at 513-520-5594 or Dave Sabatelli at 513-405-6444.

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Weekly Bulletin September 27, 2020

by Terrie Evans

As we plan the final stages of our  84^th Annual Spaghetti Dinner, remember the history of our church with Fr. Joseph Klein  directing the newly formed Choir to sponsor the 1^st Spaghetti Dinner in 1936.  In previous years, our Festival was the big event and highlight of the West Side.  The dinner was held in our first church building at 1946 Queen City Ave. with many of the parishioners making the meatballs, sauce and pasta in their own kitchens and ferrying the food to the church for the big event.  By 1939, San Antonio Church was relocated to a temporary building at 1928 Queen City Avenue and the dinners were held there.  It was during that year plans were being made to establish a forever church with all that would be needed to host successful annual fundraising events to  help sustain the expenses of operating our church.  Our new building was completed and dedicated on December 1, 1940.  It had everything needed for the parish families to celebrate the Sacraments, hold  monthly meeting, and other events in our new church hall.  This year we celebrate our 80^th year (1940-2020) of hosting the dinner in our current church hall; the place many of our grandparents and  devoted family members cooked and served all those delicious dinners.     

This year we have gotten the go ahead to have the dinner and serve all our many guests who look forward to this yearly event.  We will have Dine In and also Drive Thru on Sunday October 11^th from 11:30 AM-7:00 PM.   This year when you purchase a ticket, reservations will be required for Dine In and when ordering multiple orders for Drive Thru (take out).  The tickets for the dinner are $10.00 for ADULTS and $5.00 for CHILDREN 12 and under.  Please contact Dave Sabatelli (513-405-6444) to schedule a time for Drive Thru orders anytime from 11:30 AM-6:00 PM.  Dine In will be by reservations only by calling Victor Minella at( 513-520-5594) for the 4 limited seating’s from 11:30 AM-1:00 PM, 1:30 PM-3:00 PM, 3:30 PM-5:00 PM, and 5:30 PM-7:00 PM.   Desserts will be offered for Dine In and Carry Out, so please see CONNIE DALESSANDRO to volunteer on a sign-up sheet to bake one of your special desserts that will be served on that Sunday. 

We would like to thank everyone who has continued to contribute to the ongoing expenses of San Antonio Church by mailing in their weekly envelopes or by contributing electronically utilizing WeShare . The buttons below allow you to make an online donation directly to the listed account for San Antonio Church.

Weekly Bulletin September 20, 2020

by Terrie Evans

Many generations of San Antonio Parishioners have always held a special place in their hearts for the Sisters of Charity.  We all know of the special gifts of Sisters of Charity:  Blandina, Justina and Euphrasia and their dedication to all those immigrant Italians who had the desire to start their own church.  Those three nuns became part of our families as they helped them found San Antonio Church in 1922.  We have also seen a daughter of the neighborhood from the Scalia Family:  Carol Ann Brockmeyer, enter the Sisters of Charity on February 2, 1955 where she became, Sister Anthony and for a time; we were under the guidance of Sister Joseph Marian Shappelle until her passing. 

A few years ago, the Sisters of Charity asked members from our church to give testimony to the good works of Sr. Blandina Segale, Servant of God.  They have kept us informed on the process for the cause for Canonization of Sr. Blandina Segale, Servant of God; with Sr. Victoria Marie Forde giving us updates on the latest news from the Archdiocese of Albuquerque and  Rome.      

The latest news from the Sisters of Charity is of Sr. Tracy Kemme, joining their order.  Sr. Tracy is a parishioner of St. John Neumann, a graduate of Roger Bacon and the University of Dayton with a degree in psychology and Spanish.  Sr. Tracy served two years in Ecuador with the Rostro de Cristo volunteer program and  entered the Sisters of Charity in Cincinnati in 2012 and made her 1^st vows in 2015.  She has worked on immigration reform and recently was the Bilingual pastoral Minister at our sister parish, Holy Family, and is presently pursuing a Master of divinity from the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. 

San Antonio Church wish to express our congratulations to Sr.Tracy Kemme who professed her perpetual vows during a Communion Service on July 25, 2020.  Before taking her vows, Sr. Tracy wrote to the Congregation saying:  “Through the ups and downs, God’s call, and my desire to respond with my whole being have deepened and intensified.  I feel joyful and free about saying “Yes” to be a Sister of Charity for life.”  When she took her vows at Mount St. Joseph Motherhouse in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception Sister Tracy spoke that she:  ”Freely and wholeheartedly commit myself for the life of God, God’s people, and all Creation as a member of the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati.  To witness to the Reign of God and to make Christ’s love incarnate in the world;  I freely promise to live in the community and I vow to God:  Poverty, Consecrated celibacy and Obedience according to the constitution of the Sisters of Charity.”  Sr. Tracy will now be part of the sisters of Charity Vocation Team that ministers at local Archdiocese of Cincinnati Parishes.  Please ask God to keep her in His care as she works for the unity of His Church.

We would like to thank everyone who has continued to contribute to the ongoing expenses of San Antonio Church by mailing in their weekly envelopes or by contributing electronically utilizing WeShare . The buttons below allow you to make an online donation directly to the listed account for San Antonio Church.

Weekly Bulletin September 13, 2020

by Terrie Evans

Our Prayer Service group is now back to regular meetings every Tuesday at 11:15 for the Rosary and Communion Service.  It is over by noon so, please consider joining  the group that consists of regulars:  Linda Kelsey, Monnie Milazzo, Mary Ann Capano , Rita Miller, Toni Minges, Mary Ann Landers, Betty Hartman, Dottie Pollard, Jeannine Bertram, Mary Weber and Ken Stoll. 

On Wednesday, September 2, 2020,  a ceremony was held at the corner of North Bend Road and I-74 to dedicate the newly installed flag pole in honor of our late parishioner the late  William (Bill) Milazzo who passed away on July 23, 2019.  Bill was a proud Navy Veteran and staunch supporter of all Military members and their families.  Bill helped establish the AMVETS Post 1988 where he once served as Commander and then went on to became a Charter member along with his wife Monnie who served as a  member of the Auxiliary.  Post 1988 conducted the ceremony along with Green Township Trustee, Tony Rosiello a Color Guard and  a bugler playing Taps.  A plaque will be installed  dedicated to Bill Milazzo  and all those Veterans from Green Township.   All of us remember Bill as a good man, husband, father and friend. 

On Tuesday, we celebrate the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, the feast that was observed in Rome before the end of the 7^th Century.  It commemorates the cross used in the Crucifixion of Jesus.  The feast on September 14^th of every year recalls three events:  One, the finding of the true Cross by Saint Helena.  Two, the dedication of Churches built by Constantine on the site of the Holy Sepulchre and Mount Calvary.  Three, the restoration of the True Cross to Jerusalem in AD 629 by the Byzantine Emperor Heraclius, after it had fallen into the hands of the Persian Emperor Chosroes II  the  AD 614 Sasanian conquest of Jerusalem.

The San Antonio Annual  84^th  Spaghetti Dinner has been  planned for Sunday, October 11^th.  We are still working out the final details on how the dine-in and carry out orders will be handled.  Dinner tickets are now on sale for $10.00 and we are now in the process of getting together the place mat for the dinner.  Price is $25.00 per ad spot and for more info; please see Harry Panaro in the Hall after Mass on Sunday.  

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A flagpole was dedicated in memory of Bill. Please click here for photos.