On Labor Day, Monday, September 4th, at 9AM, St. Malachi will celebrate The Thomas McIntyre Memorial Mass to celebrate the gift of labor and the dignity of those who labor. The Church’s support of the labor movement, dating from the late 1880’s, is a crowning achievement of our Catholic social doctrine. This liturgy offers us the opportunity to recall the true purpose of the holiday: to pray for both the protection of all workers and the work labor unions organized to provide for the personal and professional development of their members. Come and celebrate with us this Labor Day! A reception will follow in the hall after the Mass.
HS Catechetical Field Trips Return in 2023-24
High School teens are welcome to participate in our series of six Catechetical Field Trips around the theme: Lifestyle of a Disciple.
Begins October 8th. No classroom. No textbook. Experiential learning and sharing. For more information and to register your teen, contact Stephanie.p@stmalachi.org.
Parish School of Religion (PSR) Enrollment is Now Open 2023
St Malachi-St Patrick 2023-24 PreK-Gr 8 PSR is growing! And we are ready for your child’s registration. In-person sessions are twice monthly at St Patrick on Sundays 9:45-10:45 AM, plus three additional lessons completed at home each month. Parents meet with Catechetical Leader for Unit Openers; intergenerational celebrations and service projects occur three times a year. Sacramental preparation for Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation are in addition to PSR.
Details in brochures at church doors. Contact Stephanie Pritts to discuss your child’s needs. Stephanie.p@stmalachi.org, Office: 216-631-6872 or 216-861-5343.
New Parish Council Leadership, 2023
St Malachi Parish Pastoral Council held a discernment meeting on Wednesday. Judy Slivka was chosen as Chairperson, Cathy Graham as Vice-Chairperson, and Jan Durkalski as Secretary of Parish Council.
We ask for your prayers as we begin the ‘23-‘24 Council year.
Called to be Catholic?
Are you or someone you know desiring to understand the Catholic Faith, to enter into the mystery of the sacramental life of the Church? You belong here! Contact Stephanie Pritts at 216-631-6872, 216-861-5343, or stephanie.p@stmalachi.org. for more information.
Parish Administrator Column
Dear Parishioners of Saint Malachi,
I want to thank those who were able to join us for the listening sessions after each Mass on the weekend of July 15/16 regarding Bishop Malesic’s proposed vision for Saint Malachi Parish to partner with Saint Patrick Parish in a new and creative way. The feedback from both parishes – concerns, opportunities, and questions – are helpful as we move forward in these conversations. All comments were captured and are being collated for publication which will be available to members of both parishes. Accompanying the summary will be a “glossary of terms” so people have a deeper understanding of words such as “oratory” and “territorial boundary.”
Also attached will be the 2022 Status Animarum Report for each parish which is submitted to the diocese every year. This annual report offers statistics on things like the number of registered households, number of baptisms, marriages, first communions, confirmations, funerals, RCIA participants, PSR enrollment, etc. Many are naturally asking what the next steps will look like for this process. As I shared with both parishes, I believe this is a period to simply absorb the bishop’s proposal and to personally reflect on the opportunities it presents to us as we look to strengthen the Catholic pastoral life on the near west side of Cleveland.
Our next step would be to involve staff and other leadership of both parishes to meet and reflect together as we identify ways of going forward. This would begin in early 2024 with the assistance of Rosie Dolan-Baker, serving as our facilitator, and Father Gary Yanus, a representative of Bishop Malesic. As this process is designed and carried out, I want to emphasize that we will take our time to thoughtfully approach every aspect in order for members of both parishes to actively participate in it. And, we want to hear from you! A special email address has been established to help keep the conversation going. If you would like to send thoughts, questions, or concerns, please e-mail them to parishcollaboration44113@gmail.com. While no replies will be issued at this time, know that your message will be received and included for review. While you are reading this column, I am on vacation for two weeks. Though taking a personal break from daily labors, please know that you remain close to my heart and are always being remembered in my prayers.
Yours in Christ,
Fr. Gurnick
Listening Sessions Update
Your Participation is Appreciated – Fr. Gurnick thanks everyone for participating in the listening sessions regarding the change in canonical status of St. Malachi Parish to an oratory under the pastoral and administrative care of St. Patrick Parish. Both parishes have received an official letter describing the bishop’s vision for this partnership.
Comments, questions, and feedback can be sent to parishcollaboration44113@
Strategic Planning Process Update
Please find a statement from Fr. Gurnick regarding the ongoing strategic planning process at St. Malachi Parish and it’s future implications for St. Patrick Parish. Please click on this link to read the statement. St-Malachi-Letter-to-Parishioners-7-14-2023-5-21-33.pdf This will be followed by a listening session at St. Malachi Parish after all masses this weekend (July 15-16). After reading the letter, comments and concerns may be sent to parishcollaboration44113@gmail.com . No replies will be issued at this time, but all messages will be included for review by Father Gurnick and those assisting him.
Calling All Youth To NCYC! 11/6/2023
National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) is a powerfully unique three-day experience of prayer, community, evangelization, catechesis, service, and empowerment for Catholic teenagers of High School age, with their adult chaperones. NCYC is the premiere Catholic youth event on a national scale that gathers people from all across America for a life-changing encounter with Christ. This event will take place November 16-18, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Promo Video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3uciWROTfg. Those interested in attending, chaperoning, or sponsoring a youth, please contact Stephanie Pritts at stephanie.p@stmalachui.org. Or 216-631-6872 or 216-861-5343.
Come and See
Are you or a friend interested in exploring Catholic Church teaching and practice? Of entering into the mystery of the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist? Please contact Stephanie Pritts by phone at 216-861-5343 or 216-631-6872 or stephanie.p@stmalachi.org. All levels of interest are welcome! Come and see!
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