Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Kosciol Niepokalanego Serca Najswietszej Maryi Panny
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"O Blessed Virgin, dear mistress of mine, I salute thee and revere thee with all my heart. Mother of mercy, pray for me. Queen of Heaven, I commend my soul to thee. O my tender Mother, obtain that I may be loved by thy Son. Sweet hope with Jesus, sweet refuge of sinners, I throw myself at thy feet. Cause me to experience the effect of the power which thou dost possess with the Holy Trinity. O glorious Virgin Mary"! Amen. Prayer of St. Francis de Sales. Feast Day: January 24. Patron saint of writers, journalists, the Catholic Press, the deaf, adult education and the Sisters of St. Joseph.
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A Prayer for Ukraine:
"Loving God, we pray for the people of Ukraine,
for all those suffering or afraid, that You will be close to them
and protect them. We pray for world leaders, for compassion,
strength and wisdom to guide their choices. We pray for the world
that in this moment of crisis, we may reach out in solidarity to our
brothers and sisters in need. May we walk in Your ways so that peace
and justice become a reality for the people of Ukraine and for all the world".
Amen
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MASS SCHEDULE
(8:00 am Daily Mass is in the convent chapel Monday thru Saturday. Doors open at 7:30 am)
SATURDAY January 24
4:00 pm + Leonhardt, Neiman & Kish Families
SUNDAY January 25
8:00 am + Deceased of the Struna Family
10:00 am + Stanislaw Bis
MONDAY January 26
8:00 am Living of the Adaska Family
TUESDAY January 27
8:00 am + Deceased of the Adaska Family
WEDNESDAY January 28
8:00 am + Deceased of the Horby Family
THURSDAY January 29
8:00 a.m. For Our Parish Family
FRIDAY January 30
8:00 am For IHM Parishioners
SATURDAY January 31
4:00 pm + Patrick Joseph Lavelle
SUNDAY February 1
8:00 am + Ceceilia Michalski
10:00 am + Barbara Bialozyt
+ Deceased
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IHM Christmas Collection for 2025 was $17,627.00 - The parishioners and friends of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish responded to the financial needs of our parish in a special way this Christmas even with the uncertainty of the economy. Many responded with significant donations to our parish for its needs. Thank you! Father Ralph Hudak.
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Presented Here Are Some of Our Recent Past Christmas Collections:
2024 - $18,904.00 2021 - $21,594.00 2018 - $26,745.00
2023 - $18,654.00 2020 - $20,041.00 2017 - $23,875.18
2022 - $15,448.00 2019 - $22,084.00 2016 - $23,521.52
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The Slavic Village Historical Society - invites you to the third of its Cleveland History Hours. Author Chris Roy will present a talk about his book, Welcome to Mr. Moser's Neighborhood, an entertainment and theater history of Cleveland during the vaudeville era (roughly 1885-1930). His presentation is on Thursday, January 29th, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the former convent of the church, located at 6804 Worley Avenue, Cleveland 44105. Free secure parking is available from the Worley Avenue entrance. Refreshments will be served. Mr. Roy will have books for sale. Reservations requested at www.slavicvillagehistory.org. Free will contributions accepted to defray expenses.
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Polish Oplatek at St. Barbara Church on Saturday, January 31st at 5:30 p.m. - You are invited to this Polish tradition of sharing the Christmas wafer. There will also by a tasting of Polish snacks and cakes. The event will be preceded by a presentation of the Christmas Nativity Play and a performance of traditional Polish dances. Located at 1505 Denison Avenue in Cleveland. Cost: $15 for adults, $7 for children under age 10. For more information, call the parish office (216-661-1191).
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The Presentation of the Lord in the Temple is Monday, February 2nd - Candles for church and home use will be blessed at the 8:00 a.m. English and 6:00 p.m. Polish Masses this day. The candles are blessed as a way to show honor to Jesus, our Savior, who sheds light upon us and offers salvation to the whole world. This day was formerly known as Candlemas Day or Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Temple. Candles for home use will be available for a nominal fee.
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Saint Blaise Feast Day is Tuesday, February 3rd - The blessing of throats was popularized in the Middle Ages when diseases of all kinds spread through towns and villages. This blessing on the feast of Bishop Blaise is a reminder of God's providence in our life. It is believed that he was martyred sometime during the persecution of Licinius in the 4th century. He was the bishop of Sebaste Armenia. He is venerated as well by the Eastern Catholic Church. THE BLESSING OF THROATS WILL OCCUR AT OUR WEEKEND MASSES, FEBRUARY 7-8, 2026.
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The World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life - is Tuesday, February 2nd. It will be celebrated in the parishes on February 7-8, 2026. The Universal Church celebrates and gives thanks for those who have consecrated their lives to God and the Church through the vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. The consecrated life is one way that women and men live out their baptismal commitment as followers of Jesus. In 1997, Pope Saint John Paul II initiated this celebration. It offers the Church (us) the opportunity to highlight the place of consecrated life. Remember them in your prayers and pray that more young people will enter this way of life in God's service. For more information, call the Diocese of Cleveland's Vocation Office at (440-943-7630) or go to: (www.clevelandcatholicvocations.com). See the posters on the bulletin board and church walls with photographs of people representing these different religious orders in the Diocese.
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Available Masses in February 2026 - 18th - 6p, 19th - 7p(Eng), 20th - 7p (Pol), 22nd - 10a, 26th - 8a & 7p(Eng), 27th - 7p(Pol). The Mass is a beautiful prayer to offer up for a deceased loved one or any other special occasion.
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2026 Catholic Charities Appeal - kicks off in January with the theme "Yours are the hands with which He blesses all the world". During the week beginning January 26, 2026, over 90,000 households will receive a letter from Bishop Edward Malesic encouraging support for the Appeal and asking each of us to embrace this theme. The Appeal goal is $15.3 million and is needed to continue to serve the needs throughout the eight counties of the Diocese. Donations can be made (online) or by texting CCHOPE to 216-223-9372. All parishes of the Diocese will conduct the "In-Pew Appeal" the weekend of Feb. 14-15.
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Latin American-El Salvador Collection is January 24-25 - This is the only appeal made by the Diocesan Mission Office for the Cleveland Latin American Mission in El Salvador. It is the main support for two Diocese of Cleveland priests, Fr. Paul Schindler and Fr. John Ostrowski. The 62 years of service from Cleveland priests, Religious and Laity have been supported by thousands of donations from the people in the Diocese of Cleveland. This appeal also makes a contribution to the Collection for the Church in Latin America that is managed by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and benefits projects and the formation of seminarians, religious and lay leaders in 23 countries across Latin America. Please use the envelope for this purpose found in your monthly mailed packet.
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National Catholic Schools Week - Each year, the last week of January, the Diocese of Cleveland together with dioceses across the country, observe NCSW. As a community, we recognize the value of Catholic education and support educating youth as they reach their full potential while being guided by faith. The week for this support is January 26-30. This week allows parishioners and entire communities to acknowledge the vital role of school staff and volunteers who are dedicated to this mission. The week-long celebration provides student recognition as they commit to learning about their faith and the skills, they need in the 21st century. Immaculate Heart of Mary parish being one of the many parishes without a Catholic day school should still be aware of and support Catholic schools in any way possible. It is the shared responsibility of all Catholics to promote Catholic education.
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Winter Reminder and Warning - The winter season is upon us; therefore, we print this reminder and warning. Because the winter season has a mixture of rain and snow, it makes conditions especially hazardous to walk and drive on our property. We are able to plow snow most everywhere, but lack the equipment and manpower to salt beyond doorways and walkways. Water settles and freezes in unexpected areas. Please exercise caution and good judgment everywhere as you walk. Our parking lots are plowed when the snowfall exceeds 2 inches. We have a contract with a plowing company. We do not own a truck with a plow on it.
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Contributions Statements for 2025 - Registered parishioners who need a tax statement of their 2025 contributions for tax purposes may request one by calling the rectory at (216-341-2734) during office hours (Mon.-Fri. 9-2 p.m.), sending a note through the mail, or put a note in the collection basket. Please include in this note your NAME, ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER AND ENVELOPE CONTRIBUTION NUMBER. Thank you!
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Annual Mass for Life - will be on Friday, January 23 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist (corner of E. 9th and Superior Avenue, downtown). The Office for Human Life invites students, families and people from all across the Diocese of Cleveland to celebrate the dignity and sanctity of all human life at this special liturgy. All are welcome.
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The Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children - is Thursday, January 22, 2026. On this anniversary of the Supreme Court decision, "Roe vs. Wade" (1973), all diocese of the United States observe a "day of prayer for the restoration of the legal guarantee of the right to life and of penance for violations to the dignity of the human person committed through acts of abortion" (GIRM, #373).
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Protecting God's Children - The Diocese of Cleveland's "Protecting God's Children" program is a continuing effort to instruct and inform everyone about the protection of children from sexual abuse. To report any past or present suspected inappropriate behavior toward children by priests, deacons, religious, lay ecclesial ministers or personnel associated with the Church, please contact the Diocesan Response Service Office at (216-334-2999) or (responseservices@dioceseofcleveland.org). You are also asked to immediately inform local authorities about inappropriate behavior.
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2026 Calendars - are available on the tables near the church doors. You make take more than one. The cost for 325 calendars was $808.45, which was shared between IHM Church ($533.45) and Golubski Funeral Home ($275.00). They are bilingual. Each calendar is printed in English and Polish. IHM Parish Pastoral Council members, after investigating the cost of printing calendars by ourselves, decided to approach the Golubski Funeral Home to see if they would like to share the cost, and they did. This enabled both of us to advertise ourselves within the context of a Catholic religious calendar. The long-standing custom of funeral homes giving churches free religious calendars for advertising purposes has become cost prohibitive. The Council members thought it would be beneficial to have the calendar printed bilingual. This makes it cost effective. Plus, it continues this tradition into the future with a different flair. Hopefully, this arrangement will be agreeable to the majority of our parishioners. Fr. Ralph Hudak.
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District Pre-Baptism Class - for parents will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church on Sunday, February 1st at 1:30 p.m. in the rectory. Call the parish office during regular business hours (9-2 p.m., Mon.-Fri.) to register or for more information (216-341-2734). Please use the south entrance (Worley Avenue) to enter the rectory.
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2026 English and Polish Missalettes - They are NEW! Both of these liturgical aides are used for one whole year. Let's keep them in good condition. An appropriate way to do so is by placing the Polish missalette ONLY into the plastic racks attached to the back of the pew, and by placing the English missalette on the end of the pew seat near the aisle side. The English missalette is too thick for many of the plastic racks. This method will hopefully eliminate damage to the missalettes and more damage to the plastic book racks. Many of the racks are already cracked. Cost for the missalettes: English - 224 @ $1,830.88, and the Polish - 250 @ $3,701.34. Cost includes shipping and handling.
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Polish Confessions are Available at 2 of our Neighboring Parishes -
1) St. Stanislaus, 3649 E. 65th St., Saturdays at 4:00 p.m., (216-341-9091).
2) St. Barbara, 1505 Denison Avenue, Sundays at 10:15-10:45 a.m., (216-661-1191).
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Immaculate Heart of Mary's Polish Parish School of Religion - meets on Sundays at 11:00AM-Noon in the convent or grades K-8. Sign-up begins September 7th. For more information or to register, contact Beata Pierzynski at 216-355-7424 or come to the convent on Sunday at this specified time period.
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Mass Intentions for the Year 2026 - can be reserved. Please note the change in our Mass schedule due to one priest present at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church:
1) Mondays thru Friday - 8:00 a.m. Mass
2) Saturdays - 4:00 p.m. Mass
3) Sundays - 8:00 a.m. English, 10:00 a.m. Bilingual, Masses
4) Fridays - 6:00 p.m. First Fridays of the month, bilingual (The third Fridays of the month 6:00 p.m. has been removed)
The 12:00 Noon Mass has been removed due to poor attendance. We have had 9 people several times, and the amount has been only in the teens for many months. The third Friday of the month 6:00 p.m. had 5 people, which is less than the First Friday of the month, the reason for its removal. Fr. Ralph Hudak.
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St. John Nepomucene Regional Parish School of Religion - is accepting registration for new students in grades 1-8 for the 2025-26 school year. We accept and serve children from Slavic Village and Southeast Cleveland parishes. So, invite a friend, relative, or neighbor to learn more about our faith. Classes are held using a homeschool model. Please call Judy Lasecki at 216-641-6444 x 10 or email (Judith.lasecki@yahoo.com) for more details or to register.
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For Those Who Would Prefer an Entire Polish Mass and Confession in Polish - There are two neighboring parishes available: 1) St. Stanislaus, 3649 East 65th, (216-341-9091), Mass - 10:00 a.m., Confessions - 4:00 p.m. Saturdays. 2) St. Barbara, 1505 Denison Avenue, (216-661-1191), Mass - 11:00 a.m., Confessions - 10:15-10:45 a.m. Sundays.
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For Your Information There are Other Parishes in our Area Going Through Changes - Monsignor Richard Antall, the pastor of Holy Name parish has become the new pastor of Sagrada Familia parish, 7719 Detroit Ave., in Cleveland's near westside, because he speaks Spanish fluently. Father Bob Jasany, the pastor of St. John Nepomucene, will also be the pastor of Holy Name parish. Bishop Edward Malesic makes these kind of changes due to the shortage of priests. More priests are becoming pastors of two parishes. Pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Encourage your children and grandchildren to enter religious life or the priesthood.
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For Your Information: There are Two Other Parishes with Bilingual Masses (Polish & English) on Sundays - 1) St. John Cantius, 906 College Ave., (216-781-9095), 8:30 a.m. 2) St. Casimir, 8223 Sowinski Ave., (216-341-9091), 11:30 a.m.
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How Well is the Blue Envelope Doing? - You may recall my explanation about the Diocese of Cleveland's "Keeping the Faith" program on the weekend of November 19, 2023 at all of our Masses. Parishes without schools have been asked by Bishop Malesic to partner with a parish with a school. IHM parish is partnering with St. Stanislaus Elementary school through the use of the blue envelope found in your monthly mailed home packet of envelopes. The amount donated to the school: 1) (10-28-24) $1,266.00. 2) (5-19-25) $2,151.00, 3) $335.00 (9-22-25): total $3,752.00. Weekly in the church bulletin, we put the amount of money that has been donated through the use of this blue envelope. Thank you to all who have been able to participate. Father Ralph Hudak.
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Please Join US! Hot Meal Program Every Thursday - Please join us at the St. John Paul II Ozanam Center located at Holy Name Church, 8328 Broadway Avenue, for a hot meal. Dinner is served in the Parish Hall every Thursday between 4:00-5:30 p.m. NO TAKE-OUTS!
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Parish Pre-Cana Sites Programs - Go to the diocese website for the list: https://www.dioceseofcleveland.org/offices/parish-life/marriage-and-family-ministry/marriage/pre-cana.
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Mass Intention Book for 2026 was opened on August 19, 2025 - To schedule in person, please come to the rectory on Monday & Friday, 10:30 am - 2:00 pm, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9:30 am - 3:00 pm. The stipend for a Mass intention is the Diocesan recommended $10. Only two weekend Masses will be permitted per every five intentions scheduled. To accommodate those with a work-schedule, homebound or traveling a long distance conflict, we will accept requests in writing. These may be mailed to the rectory (6700 Lansing Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44105) or place in the Sunday collection basket. Please mark the envelope, "Mass Intentions", include in it your name, phone number, the name for whom the Mass is intended, Mass date and time, and stipend. Make checks out to "Immaculate Heart of Mary Church". If you have a special anniversary to celebrate, DO NOT WAIT until the last minute to schedule it!
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Protecting God's Children - The Diocese of Cleveland's "Protecting God's Children" program is a continuing effort to instruct and inform everyone about the protection of children from sexual abuse. To report any past or present suspected inappropriate behavior toward children by priests, deacons, religious, lay ecclesial ministers or personnel associated with the Church, please contact the Diocesan response Service Office at 216-334-2999 or via email at (responseservices@dioceseofcleveland.org). You are also asked to immediately inform local authorities about inappropriate behavior.
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Weekly Donations:
12/28/2025 - $2,175.00 (R&R) - $845.00
01/04/2026 - $2,624.00 (R&R) - $435.00
01/11/2026 - $2,295.00 (R&R) - $191.00
01/18/2026 - $1,940.00 (R&R) - $240.00
Christmas Collection - $17,627.00 A&E Christmas Flowers - $741.00
Solemnity of Mary - $1,628.00 Malley's Candy Profit - $553.00
Additional Christmas Collection - $200.00
Keeping the Faith - $65.00
"Thank You" to all who have donated to Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in these difficult times. You remain in my prayers. Fr. Ralph Hudak
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Standing with Moms in Need (for your information) - "The Catholic Church has a long history of service to those who are most vulnerable and remains the largest private provider of social services in the United States. Through the sacrificial efforts of faithful Catholics, the Church serves millions through diocesan ministries and agencies, Catholic hospitals and schools and parishes. From religious communities to pregnancy care centers, from refugee resettlement services to foster care and adoption agencies, and form maternity homes to parish based ministries, the Church consistently bears witness in word and deed to the beauty and dignity of every human life - including both mother and child" (U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops).
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Information for Senior Age People - If you have an IRA retirement account and you are 70 1/2 years or older, please consider an IRA Charitable Rollover to benefit your Parish, Catholic Charities, Priestly Formation, Catholic Education or another ministry in the Diocese of Cleveland and/or a "Not for Profit" organization in the community. For more information read some of the material place on the church bulletin board and in the two pamphlet racks near the confessionals.
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Are You in the Process of Moving? - In order to serve you the best way possible, we need your current information. Any changes in your family information should be updated with the Parish Office. Thank You!
************************************************************************************************************************** "A Closer Walk with Thee" - (CCA Monthly Grief Support E-Newsletter) - Subscribe to the Catholic Cemeteries Association's monthly grief support e-newsletter, "A Closer Walk with Thee". This e-newsletter is emailed the first Tuesday of each month to any family/individual who has expressed an interest in our bereavement programs. To subscribe to this valued grief support resource, visit: https://www.clecem.org/Information/Bereavement.aspx and click the tan signup box on the right side, contact Rhonda (rabrams@clecem.org) or call 216-930-4866. You can also click this link and go directly to the signup (https://bit.ly/ccabereavementbulletin).
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Catholic Cemeteries Association Grief Support/ "In-Office" and "Virtual" - We continue to provide free monthly grief support groups in two formats: In-Office (3pm) and Virtually (5pm). Our Grief Support Groups meet the 3rd Sunday of every month. Meetings are open discussion format, surrounding a monthly topic or whatever is on your heart. They do not build off each other so you can stop in any monthly and fit right in. If you are not yet able to talk about your grief, just come to listen and be in the presence of those who understand. We offer a comfortable, private and safe environment where you are free to explore your grief. Catholic Cemeteries Association follows the guidelines set by the CDC, the State of Ohio and the Diocese of Cleveland regarding COVID-19 protocols. We do however strongly suggest that those not yet vaccinated or who are otherwise vulnerable, continue to wear a facemask. CCA will continue to follow strong hygiene practices and encourage all who are ill to stay at home. Our Virtual Grief Support Group and our monthly grief support e-newsletter are excellent alternatives for individuals who are not able to join us in person for Grief Support. The February 15 talk is "Eternal Gift of Love", "God's Loving Embrace" and "The Loss of a Friend". In Office: 3-4:00 pm at St. Joseph Cemetery, Avon (new office); Holy Cross Cemetery, Akron (office); Holy Cross Cemetery, Brookpark (office); Calvary Cemetery, Cleveland (office); All Saints Cemetery, Northfield (office) and All Souls Cemetery, Chardon (office). Virtual: 5-6:00 pm via ZOOM follows the same monthly topic discussion as the in-office groups. Sign-up at http://bit.ly/ccavirtualgriefsupportgroup to receive login information and the handout materials. You can join virtually from any Wi-Fi enabled are via computer, laptop, smartphone, or even without Wi-Fi (via audio only) from your analog phone. If you do not have Wi-Fi or email, please contact Rhonda at 216-930-4866. Your RSVP for both In-Person and Virtual Grief Support is appreciated but not required to attend. For more information or if you have questions, please contact Rhonda at 216-930-4866 or rabrams@clecem.org.
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Practicing Spiritual Communion - When the faithful are unable to physically attend Mass, they should be recommended to practice "spiritual communion", an act to which the saints have given a consistent witness. Spiritual communion is a traditional practice of expressing to the Lord our longing for Him and our desire for Him to enter our hearts. St. Theresa of Avila (1515-82) said: "When you do not receive Communion and you do not attend Mass, you can make a spiritual communion, which is a most beneficial practice; by it the love of God will be greatly impressed on you". While there is no formula prescribed by the Church to make to an act of spiritual communion, prayers composed by various saints are part of the Church's rich treasury of devotions. One of the more popular acts of spiritual communion comes from St. Alphonsus Liguori (1696-1787): "My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there, and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You". Amen
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The Sunday television Mass can be seen at 10:00 am on WUAB Channel 43 - This provides viewers with an opportunity to take part in the weekly celebration of the Mass at a much more convenient time. In addition, WUAB 43 is an over-the-air station that is accessible even to those without cable TV. Those with cable TV need only check their local cable system listing to determine where WUAB is located on their local channel line-up. The weekly TV Mass is produced by the Diocese of Cleveland. It originates from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in downtown Cleveland. The televised Mass has been a staple of religious programming on Northeast Ohio airwaves for decades, cultivating a dedicated and faithful following. It is hoped that viewers will continue to tune in on this new station at this new, more convenient time. The TV Mass can also be accessed on demand starting Saturday evening and running throughout Sunday on the Diocese of Cleveland website, www.dioceseofcleveland.org. In addition, the Mass can be heard on the radio on AM 1260 The Rock at 4:00 pm on Saturdays and 10:30 am on Sundays. Also, radio station WINT-1330 AM airs the Mass each Sunday at 9:00 am and Cox Communications cable subscribers can view the Mass on Sunday at 11:30 am on channel 45, and cable station 18 EWTN has its own Sunday and weekday (8:00 am, Noon & 7:00 pm) schedule of Masses. In addition to the Holy Mass, AM 1260 The Rock offers numerous opportunities for prayer throughout the day. The Holy Rosary at 5:30 am and 9:30 pm and the Divine Mercy Chaplet: 5:00 am Monday thru Friday; 3:00 pm Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Please visit am1260therock.com for their full schedule.
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The Mass is the Greatest of Prayers - Some reasons for Mass Intentions are an expression of our faith, belief in life after death, belief in the power of prayer to help the deceased during their time of purification (souls in purgatory), for a particular person or persons who have died, for an anniversary of death, wedding anniversary, for health, alcohol-drug addiction, financial help, peace in the world, for our government, a happy death, respect for life, Devotion to Mary or other special intentions.
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THE MAGNIFICAT
My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,
my spirit rejoices in God my Savior
for He has looked with favor on His lowly servant.
From this day all generations will call me blessed:
the Almighty has done great things for me,
and holy is His Name.
He has mercy on those who fear Him
in every generation.
He has shown the strength of His arm,
He has scattered the proud in their conceit.
He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,
and has lifted up the lowly.
He has filled the hungry with good things,
and the rich He has sent away empty.
He has come to the help of His servant Israel
for He remembered His promise of mercy,
the promise He made to our fathers,
to Abraham and His children forever.
THE MEMORARE
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known,
that anyone who fled to thy protection,
implored thy help,
or sought thy intercession,
was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence,
I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins,
my Mother.
To thee do I come,
before I stand, sinful and sorrowful.
O Mother of the Word Incarnate,
despise not my petitions,
but in thy mercy hear and answer me.
Amen
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