Next week, 6/27 to 6/28/2020, we will take up the Peter’s Pence Collection, which provides Pope Francis with the funds he needs to carry out his charitable works around the world. The proceeds benefit our brothers and sisters on the margins of society, including victims of war, oppression, and natural disasters. Please be generous. For more information, visit www.usccb.org/peters-pence
We will be having an in-person Marriage preparation day on Sunday, 28 June 2020, combining “Date with Father Gurnick” and Pre-Cana afternoon experience (parish-based). The day begins at 1:30pm and concludes at 4:30pm and will take place at Saint Patrick, rain or shine (more details to follow once we have everyone signed up). Couples must be registered so we can carefully plan for this event so please contact Fr. Gurnick at mgurnick@diocese ofcleveland.org no later than June 15th. Due to our limitations at this time, the event can only accommodate those couples who are getting married at St. Patrick or St. Malachi parishes from July through October 2020. We will be planning on another preparation day in autumn.
The Forming Intentional Disciples/Fruitful Discipleship sessions are moving forward with a stay-at-home meeting on Saturday, June 27, 2020 from 10:00 AM-Noon, reviewing Chapters 6-8 in Fruitful Discipleship. We will meet through Zoom. Participants, please watch your email for updates and material. If you’ve not participated in these sessions yet and would like to or if you have questions, please email jackierose@aol.com by Friday, June 26 at noon. Please join us even if you haven’t read the material; the movement of the Holy Spirit is not limited by reading assignments.
Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles and president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has issued a statement on George Floyd and the protests in American cities that have taken place over the last several days. Following is an important excerpt:
The killing of George Floyd was senseless and brutal, a sin that cries out to heaven for justice. How is it possible that in America, a black man’s life can be taken from him while calls for help are not answered, and his killing is recorded as it happens? … Legitimate protests should not be exploited by persons who have different values and agendas. Burning and looting communities, ruining the livelihoods of our neighbors, does not advance the cause of racial equality and human dignity… We should not let it be said that George Floyd died for no reason. We should honor the sacrifice of his life by removing racism and hate from our hearts and renewing our commitment to fulfill our nation’s sacred promise — to be a beloved community of life, liberty, and equality for all.
For the complete statement of Archbishop Gomez and the other statements, please go to: USCCB.org. May we continue to engage in peaceful prayer and dialogue as we seek solutions to any form of racism and hatred.
All women are invited to a time of being with each other and supporting each other in a Saturday reflection and prayer. We are Zooming this Saturday, June 13, at 10AM to Noon. Please watch your email for prayer material and more information. If you don’t receive the emails of invitation regularly and want to participate, please email jackierose@aol.com. Please join us and bring a friend!
The Catholic Cemeteries Association invites you to attend a 1-hour pre-planning seminar on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 1 PM. Come learn about your Catholic burial options, including options for cremated remains. We kindly ask that you RSVP to this event, so we can make arrangements for proper social distancing. Attendees are encouraged to wear a face covering, but are not required. Calvary Cemetery – 10000 Miles Ave., Cleveland. RSVP 216-641-7575 ext. 2
We will be having an in-person Marriage preparation day on Sunday, 28 June 2020, combining “Date with Father Gurnick” and Pre-Cana afternoon experience (parish-based). The day begins at 1:30pm and concludes at 4:30pm and will take place at Saint Patrick, rain or shine (more details to follow once we have everyone signed up). Couples must be registered so we can carefully plan for this event so please contact Fr. Gurnick at mgurnick@diocese ofcleveland.org no later than June 15, 2020
Due to our limitations at this time, the event can only accommodate those couples who are getting married at St. Patrick or St. Malachi parishes from July through October 2020. We will be planning on another preparation day in autumn.
Our RCIA catechumens and candidates have been awaiting the reception of sacraments for many months and the pandemic stretched out the waiting still further. The joyous day for this group will be Sunday, June 14, at St Malachi Church at a special Mass at 2 PM. Catechumens include Marissa Pence and UCS student, Christopher Horvath, both St Pat’s parishioners. They will receive Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. Our candidates for full communion in the Church include Carli Leone and Reed Remington, both St Pat’s parishioners, and Amy Friedel, St Malachi parishioner. They will each receive, after their Profession of Faith, Confirmation and Eucharist. May we lift this group in prayer and rejoicing! The joy, fidelity, peace and loving mercy of our Lord cannot be quarantined! Come, Lord Jesus, send us your Spirit, renew the face of the earth!
The Forming Intentional Disciples/Fruitful Discipleship sessions are moving forward with a stay-at-home meeting via Zoom. Join us on Saturday, June 6, 2020, 10AM to Noon.
We are reviewing Chapters 1-5 in Fruitful Discipleship. Participants, please watch your email for updates and material. If you’ve not participated in these sessions yet and would like to or if you have questions, please email jackierose@aol.com by Friday, June 5, at Noon.
Megan Wilson Reitz (Ms Megan) offers Children’s Liturgy of the Word for today, the Feast of the Ascension.
