Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Kosciol Niepokalanego Serca Najswietszej Maryi Panny
Jezu, ufam Tobie
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"The fruit of silence is prayer. The fruit of prayer is faith. The fruit of faith is love. The fruit of love is service. The fruit of service is peace". Amen Prayer of St. Teresa of Calcutta. Feast Day: Sept. 5
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"O Almighty God, Who beholds Thy servant earnestly desiring to place themselves under the shadow of the name and protection of the Most Holy Virgin Mary, grant, we beseech You, that by her charitable intercession, we may be delivered from all evil on earth, and may arrive at everlasting joys in Heaven, through Jesus Christ our Lord". Amen. The Most Holy Name of Mary prayer. Feast Day: Sept. 12
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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 September 7
8:00 am + All Souls Intention
4:00 pm + Vicky & Harry Neiman
SUNDAY September 8
8:00 am + Holy Name Society
10:00 am + Danuta Kraszewski 12:00 pm + Antoni & Honoratia Jaskolowski
Frank & Stella Przybylski
MONDAY September 9
8:00 am + Robert Zura
TUESDAY September 10
8:00 am + Joseph Zura
WEDNESDAY September 11
8:00 am + Gene, Bertha & Dan Leonhardt
THURSDAY September 12
8:00 am + Helen Rozilo
FRIDAY September 13
8:00 am For Our Parish Family
SATURDAY September 14
8:00 am Health for Linda Lewis
4:00 pm + Chester, Evelyn & Richard Jasko
SUNDAY September 15
8:00 am + Arron Winters
10:00 am + Monica Polecka & Amelia Suhak
12:00 pm + The Tolar Family
+ DECEASED
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Coffee & Donuts - will be available in the school gym on Sunday, September 8th after the 8:00 a.m. Mass. Please join us and socialize with your fellow Mass attendees and parishioners.
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Parish Pastoral Council - will meet on Monday, September 9th at 6:00 p.m. in the rectory. We are resuming our monthly meetings after our summer break. If a member is unable to be present, please leave a message for Father Hudak at (216-341-2734).
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Blue Mass on 9/11 at the Cathedral - All are invited to the Annual Blue Mass on September 11 at 6:00 p.m. to honor and recognize all police, fire and first responders. There will be a reading of names of those who have served our Greater Cleveland communities and who died this past year. The Honor Guide for police and fire as well as Pipes and Drums will be present. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Michael Woost.
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Parish Finance Council - will meet Thursday, September 19th at 6:00 p.m. in the rectory. We will continue our work on the report for the Diocese of Cleveland's Finance Office. If a member is unable to be present, please leave a message for Father Hudak at 216-341-2734.
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A Thank You to the Parishioners of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish - In the name of the Maryknoll Fathers and
Brothers, and especially Fr. James Huvane, M.M. wish to thank the people of IHM Church for your hospitality, generosity and prayers during the Mission Appeal on August 3-4, 2024. We thank you for bringing a renewed awareness of our Church's Mission to your people and to bring their love and support to the needy of the mission countries served by the Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers. The appeal raised $1,087.00.
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2024 Catholic Charities Appeal Update for Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish - as of the July 2024 report: Goal is $10,963; Pledged $8,270; 75% has been reached; Households are 344; Donors are 49, 14%. Remember to fulfill your pledge during this appeal year. If you would like to participate, envelopes can be found in the pamphlet racks near the confessionals. Thank you to all the participants.
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Holy Cross Cemetery, Cleveland - Pre-Planning Seminar - The Catholic Cemeteries Association invites you to attend a one-hour pre-planning seminar on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. Please join us to learn more about the steps of burial pre-planning, the types of burial, and the Rite of Christian Burial. The event will be held at the Holy Cross Cemetery Office, 14609 Brookpark Road. Please RSVP to the cemetery office 216-641-7575 ext. 3 or to Brian Strauchon at (bstrauchon@clecem.org). Visit (clecem.org) for more information.
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Celebrate Polish Sunday at the Sorrowful Mother Shrine - on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 4106 State Route 269 in Bellevue, Ohio (419-483-3435). Presiding priest - Father Josef Bozek.
11:30 am - Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)
12:30 pm - Polish Mass in the outdoor Chapel
Lunch - Outside following Mass (bring your own packed lunch)
2:30 pm - Stations of the Cross, Divine Mercy Chaplet or Rosary
3:30 pm - Farewell Blessing with the True Relic
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Immaculate Heart of Mary's Polish Parish School of Religion (PPSR) - meets on Sundays at 11:00 am-Noon in the convent for grades K-8. It starts September 15. For more information or to register, contact Fr. Andrzej Panek at 216-341-2734, Beata Pierzynski at 216-355-7424 or come to the convent on Sunday at this specific time period.
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Change in Saturday Mass Schedule at IHM Church - The 8:00 a.m. Mass on Saturday morning will be eliminated beginning January 2025. There has been poor attendance at this Mass for years. We average about 2-4 attendees throughout the year. Please keep this in mind as you reserve your Mass Intentions for 2025. Father Ralph Hudak.
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The Silent Carnival Raffle is Underway - As of September 1, 80 parishioners out of 247 have returned their 5 envelopes with $50.00. The first raffle, which includes the bonus, is August 18th. The sooner you turn-in all 5 envelopes, the more chances you will have to win a prize. The drawing of the winning tickets will take place in church at our Sunday Masses after the vocal announcements have been read. The schedule follows:
. Sept. 7 - 4:00 p.m.
Sept 15 - 8:00 a.m.
Sept. 22 - 10:00 a.m.
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Winner of the Silent Carnival (Third Raffle) - Congratulations! Ms. Denise Calvert and Mr. & Mrs. Tadeusz Chmara won $25 each at the third raffle on 9-1-24 at the 12:00 a.m. Mass.
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A "Thank You" From Our Neighboring Parish - The Society of St. Vincent de Paul-St. John Nepomucene Church would like to thank the parishioners of IHM Church for your generous donation of can and paper products to our food pantry (20 boxes) on August 8th. Your kindness and thoughtfulness was very much appreciated. It will go a long way in helping those who are less fortunate in our area.
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6th Annual Cleveland Women's Conference is Saturday, September 28, 2024 - A Day of Reflection from (9:00-4:00 p.m.) at St. Albert the Great Parish Center, 6667 Wallings Road in North Royalton. The theme for the conference is "Inflame Me with Thy Love". Speakers are Heather Khym and Fr. Boniface Hicks, OSB with Bishop Edward Malesic, celebrant for Mass. Ticket sales (www.clecatholicwomen.org). Cost is $45/person, with a discounted rate of $25 for students, and free admission for religious. Opportunity for confession and adoration. Detailed information on our church bulletin board.
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BBQ & Boutique - The Sisters of Notre Dame invite you to attend their 62rd anniversary barbecue and boutique on Sunday, September 29th from Noon to 5:00 p.m. For $15 enjoy barbecued chicken, chips, apple pie, coleslaw or applesauce and beverages. Held in the Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin Gymnasium on the Notre Dame Education Center Campus, 13000 Auburn Road, Chardon (South of Mayfield Rd., Rt. 322). Rain or shine. Handicapped accessible. For more information or to pre-order BBQ dinner tickets, visit: (www.sndusa.org/bbq). Take out available. All meals are boxed.
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Catholic Communication Campaign is September 29th - This campaign engages and builds Catholic communities in the United States and developing countries using the internet, television, radio and print media. Fifty percent of the funds collected remains in the Cleveland Diocese to fund local communication efforts. Your support helps spread the Gospel message! To learn more, visit (www.usccb.org/ccc). There is an envelope in your monthly mailed home packet for this purpose.
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St. Stanislaus 34th Annual Polish Festival, October 4, 5, & 6, 2024 - It is held in the Parish Social Center, 6601 Baxter Avenue. Plenty of homemade Polish food (including czarnina), desserts and drinks will be available along with raffles, games of chance and sideboards. Admission is FREE. Each day features different orchestras and dancing. For more information, call the parish office (216-341-9091) or visit (www.ststanislaus.org). There is a detailed flier on our church bulletin board explaining more.
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District Pre-Baptism Class - for parents will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Church on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 11:15 a.m., 3396 East 55th Street. Call the office during business hours to register or for more information (216-641-2829).
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"My Daily Prayers" is a Free Daily - recording of prayers led by bishops and priests of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland, delivered each day directly to your email. "My Daily Prayers" invites you to spend about 10 minutes in prayer and reflection each day and offers encouragement to enter into a deeper relationship with our Lord. Sign up at: (dioceseofcleveland.org/MyDailyPrayers).
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Mass Intentions for the Year 2025 - can be reserved beginning Tuesday, June 25th in the rectory at 9:30 a.m. Remember to schedule a Mass for your beloved dead, and any other special occasion. The 2024 Mass Intention Book still has openings. They are listed in the church bulletin. The Parish Mass Intention Policy is in the bulletin, too.
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Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate (SSMI) - who have served in the Diocese of Cleveland since 1976 are leaving and returning to their Provincial House in Maryland, July 24, 2024. They were a part of our parish through these many years, Their Special Ministry to the Aged, which was part of Catholic Charities, served the homebound elderly in Slavic Village and the surrounding neighborhoods, providing transportation, meals, interpretation and translation services, home visits, case management, spiritual care and most recently, full time ministry at the Holy Family Hospice Home in Parma. May God's blessings be upon them as they continue their ministry in new surroundings.
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Please Join Us! Hot Meal Program Every Thursday - located at Holy Name Church, 8328 Broadway Ave. Sponsored by the St. John Paul II Ozanam Center. Dinner is served in the parish hall every Thursday between 4:00-5:30 p.m. NO TAKE-OUTS ALLOWED.
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Regional Parish School of Religion - sponsored by St. John Nepomucene Parish is accepting registration for any student in grades 1-8 for the 2024-2025 school year. We accept and serve children from Slavic Village and Southeast Cleveland parishes. Classes will be done using a "Home-School Model". Call the rectory office at (216-641-8444 ext. 10) or email (judith.lasecki@yahoo.com) for more information and to register.
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Retrouvaille - "A Lifetime for Married Couples" - A unique program to strengthen and heal your marriage - September 20-22, 2024. This program is designed to help married couples improved ways of communicating and relating to each other in order to overcome challenges which have left them feeling frustrated, hurt, distant or even hopeless. Retrouvaille, which means rediscovery, is open to couples of all faiths and is supported by the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland. This program consists of a weekend experience and six follow up sessions. For more information or to register, visit (www.helpourmarriage.org) or call Shelly or Rob at (216-509-0301) or (440-836-4810).
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Pre-Cana Program at the Jesuit Retreat Center - 5629 State Road in Parma (440-884-9300). Register-on-line (click on "Retreats & Programs", go down to "Pre-Cana"). The festivity and emotion of your wedding day is a wonderful time in your life that you will never forget - but maintaining a sacramental union is hard work and must be your fist priority for the rest of your life. The beauty and serenity of JRC is the ideal place to spend the day with your soon-to-be-spouse. Topics to be covered include: Communication, Sexuality, Everyday Living and the Sacrament of Marriage. The day will include prayer, presentations, couple sharing, Mass and dinner. Dress is causal. Cost $80.00/couple. Time: 12:00 pm-6:00 pm. Dates fill quickly, register early! Dates are all on Sunday:
September 22, 2024 March 23
October 6 April 6
November 3 May 4
January 19, 2025 June 1
February 16 August 24
See the Diocese of Cleveland for other Pre-Cana programs: (https://www.dioceseofcleveland.org/offices/parish-life/marriage-and-family-ministry/marriage/pre-cana).
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Drive-Thru Produce Distribution - On the 4th Wednesday of every month at Cleveland Clinic Marymount Hospital while supplies last. Enter off 126th Street, follow the signs and cones. Our mobile food pantry is FREE: distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables to promote healthy eating in our community. Please bring your photo ID, must have name, address, date of birth and phone number. Make sure your trunk or rear seat is clear to receive items. Dates: September 25, October 23, November and December TBD.
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The Catholic Cemeteries Association - offers free, safe and compassionate monthly Grief Support meetings in-person in six of our offices and virtually. For more information or questions visit: (https://www.clecem.org/information/Bereavement.aspx), or call Rhonda at 216-930-4866.
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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 total amount given to the school as of June 30, 2024 is $1,786.00. This is the donated amount received from January to June 2024. This will be an ongoing appeal to help the school, and our commitment as requested by Bishop Malesic. I will keep you posted as we present the money to the school. Thank you to all who have been able to participate. Father Ralph Hudak
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IHM Parishioners Support Catholic Education Through the Use of the Blue Envelope - The diocese program "Keeping the Faith" has been implemented in IHM parish by collaborating with St. Stanislaus Elementary School. Through the use of the blue envelope in your mailed home packet, 24 parishioners have already contributed $450.00 towards the St. Stanislaus Elementary School. You are encouraged to support Catholic education in this endeavor as the opportunity presents itself for you. Thank you!
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2024 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 missalettes 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 @ $1,751.68 and Polish - 250 @ $2,711.00 Cost includes shipping and handling.
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Fr. Andrew Panek Will Celebrate Once-a-Week on Sunday the 8:30 a.m. Polish Mass at St. John Cantius Church Beginning January 7, 2024 - Fr. Jim Roach, pastor of St. John Cantius, requested Fr. Panek's help, because Fr. Andrew Knapik was granted early-retirement status for health reasons. This took effect October 1, 2023. Fr. Knapik will return to Poland in the near future. The Bishop's office is aware of this situation, and it encourages priests help one another when the need arises. This does not change Fr. Andrew Panek's assignment at IHM, and he will be back in time to celebrate the 10:00 a.m. Sunday Mass at IHM. His living quarters will remain at IHM. The location of St. John Cantius: near Westside of Cleveland, 906 College Avenue.
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New Blue Envelope will be in your Monthly Mailed Home Envelope Packet Beginning in January 2024 - 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. People can help in many ways, but IHM's Parish Pastoral Council has suggested that we try this envelope method. The blue envelope is entitled: "Future of Catholic Elementary Schools" - IHM Parish in collaboration with St. Stanislaus School - Cleveland. You have an opportunity to assist our neighboring parish school financially through the use of this envelope whenever you so desire. The money collected through this envelope will then be given to St. Stanislaus Elementary School to be used according to their discretion. A periodic report will be given about how much money has been donated to the school. This is a developing partnership between our two parishes and throughout the Diocese of Cleveland. Therefore, more information will be forthcoming. Fr. Ralph Hudak
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Dear City of Cleveland Senior - As a valued customer of the Cleveland Department of Water, you may be eligible for Cleveland Water's Homestead Program. This program offers lower rates on your water and sewer bills. To qualify, you must meet the following criteria: 1) For the Homestead Water Rate Application: 65 years or older, 2) For the Disability Water Rate Application: Under the age of 65 years, 3) Own and live at the service address and 4) Meet current income guidelines, $39,000. Homestead applications are available in our pamphlet racks near the confessionals. If you have any questions, please contact Yolanda Walker, Department of Aging, Utility Liaison at 216-420-7656 (Tues., Thurs., & Fri.) or 216-664-2444 ex 37897 (Mon., & Wed.). Mail applications to: Department of Public Utilities, P.O.Box 94687, Cleveland, Ohio 44101-4687.
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Weekly Offering
08/04/2024 - $2,774.00 (R&R) - $225.00
08/11/2024 - $3,514.00 (R&R) - $630.00
08/18/2024 - $2,086.00 (R&R) - $293.00
08/25/2024 - $2,127.00 (R&R) - $200.00
09/01/2024 - $3,014.00 (R&R) - $355.00
Keeping the Faith (St. Stanislaus School) - $75.00
Maryknoll Missions - $1087.00
Assumption Collection - $1,150.00
Thank you for supporting IHM church! Father Ralph Hudak
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The 2025 Mass Intention Book is opened! To schedule in person, please come to the rectory on Monday & Friday, 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.. 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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Immaculate Heart of Mary's Polish Parish School of Religion (PPSR) - meets on Sundays at 11:00 am - Noon in the convent for grades K-8. For more information or to register, contact Fr. Andrzej Panek at 216-341-2734, Beata Pierzynski at 216-355-7424, or come to the convent on Sunday at this specified time period.
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Reminder About the Three-Year Nationwide Eucharistic Revival - In their November 2021 meeting, the U.S. bishops announced their intention to launch this revival. This effort officially began on Corpus Christi Sunday, June 19,2022 and it includes a Eucharistic Congress in 2024. The bishops' goal is to "rekindle Christ by embracing Truth, Beauty and Goodness of His Real Presence in the Holy Eucharist". A diocesan focus will include Eucharistic processions and adoration events. Beginning in 2023, the Parish year will emphasize what the Eucharist really means. The third year, 2024, includes a Eucharistic Congress in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis from July 17-21. Further developments of this revival will be forth coming.
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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 from 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 old 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 placed on the church bulletin board or 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!
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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 month 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. The September 15 topic is "Different Types of Grief". We offer a comfortable, private and safe environment where you are free to explore your grief. Come and be in the presence of those who understand.
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.
In-office/ 3-4 pm at St. Joseph Cemetery, Avon (new office); Holy Cross Cemetery Akron (office); Holy Cross Brook Park (office); Calvary Cemetery Cleveland (office); All Saints Cemetery Northfield (office) and All Souls Cemetery Chardon (office).
Virtual/ 5-6 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 area 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 any questions, please contact Rhonda at 216-930-4866 or rabrams@clecem.org.
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"A Closer Walk with Thee" - (CCA Monthly Grief Support E-Newsletter) - 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 at 216-930-4866. You can also click this link and go directly to the signup: https://bit.ly/ccabereavementbulletin.
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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 of 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 216-334-299 or via email at responseservices@dioceseofcleveland.org. You are also asked to immediately inform local authorities about inappropriate behavior.
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Practicing Spiritual Communion - When the faithful are unable physically to 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 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 to check their local cable system listing to determine where WUAB is located on their 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 airways 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 and 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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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
Immaculate Heart of Mary
May the Immaculate Heart of Mary shine before the eyes of all Christians as the model of perfect love toward God and toward our fellow beings; may it lead them toward the Holy Sacraments by virtue of which souls are cleansed from the stains of sin and are preserved from it. May it also stimulate them to make reparation for the innumerable offenses against the Divine Majesty. Lastly, may it shine like a banner of unity and a spur to perfect the bonds of brotherhood among all Christians in the bosom of the one Church of Jesus Christ, which "taught by the Holy Spirit, honors her with filial affection and piety as a most beloved mother"
