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| GOD BLESS |
God's blessing on Jaxson David Williams, son of Eric and Heather Lawson Williams, who was baptized last week! May Jaxson continue to grow in wisdom, grace and age.
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| ST. PATRICK
JUBILEE: 150 |
On Monday, St. Patrick's Day, St. Patrick Parish begins their Sesquicentennial
Jubilee celebration with Mass at
9:30 AM with Bishop Anthony Pilla. We join with them in thanking God for 150 years of
God's blessings!
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| COMMUNAL
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Lent is a special time of repentance and conversion. You are invited to
come to the Communal Penance Service
next Sunday, March 23, 2 PM at St. Patrick (Bridge); Tuesday, March 25, 7 PM at St. Malachi; and Sunday, April 6, 2 PM at St. Wendelin. Several priests will be available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
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LENTEN
OUTREACH |
This Lent, we invite support for Fr. Eugene
Hattie's ministry with orphan children in Uganda, Africa.
Individuals & families are asked to make a Lenten sacrifice, perhaps
$.50 or $1 a day & donate the money saved. Envelopes are at the
church doors & can be returned in the collection. Make checks payable to
St. Malachi Benefit Fund
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| WALK FOR PEACE |
The Prayer Walk for Peace continues to grow and expresses through unified prayer our desire for peace in the world. Meet in the parking lot by the side of church Wednesday at 7 PM. Come for Stations of the Cross at 6:30.
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APPLY FOR REVIEW BOARD
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In accordance with Bishop Anthony Pilla and the new diocesan policy, the Special Commission on Sexual Abuse in the Diocese of Cleveland is accepting applications for membership on the Review Board that is being created
to implement the new policy. Deadline for applications is March 20; they are available in the Rectory office
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| SOUP FOR THE SOUL BENEFIT |
St. Malachi Center's 3rd annual Soup for the Soul benefit is Thursday, April 3, 6:30 to 10:30 PM at
Window's
on the River. Tickets are $35. Call Peggy Cooney at 440-835-1959 or Barb Parkowski at 440-734-5822.
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RICE FOR
PEACE
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The Joint Social Action Committee has materials available in the front vestibule and at coffee hours for all to
participate in a letter campaign against the war in
Iraq. Please join us in this additional effort for peace.
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BLOOD
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The Joint Social Action Committee is sponsoring an American Red Cross Blood Drive at St. Malachi Center next
Sunday, March 23, from 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM. Giving blood can save lives. Please try to attend.
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| RCIA RITE: ELECTION |
This Sunday, Candidates & Catechumens in the RCIA
journey of faith celebrate the Rite of Election with Bishop Pilla, the final
step as they prepare for reception into the Church at Easter. Please keep
them in your prayers.
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PRISON MINISTRY
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Soft-bound inspirational books and pamphlets are needed
for our prison ministry and will be distributed to the inmates at the
Cleveland Justice Center. Please bring them to the rectory or place in the
container by Mary’s altar.
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| PRAYERS |
Please pray for the deceased: Dora Satterwaite (Malachi House) William Tumney, Sr. Myra Connelly HM,
Sr. Mary Paschal Wisniewski SSJ-TOS, Al Bennett, Charles Murray
Also for the sick: Willie H. Abdaila,
Joanne Bacha, Marian Malik, Annabelle Meaney, Bill Privavesi, Karen McEldowney
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PARISH EVENTS
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Week of March 16-23:
1. Sunday: Coffee Hour after 9:30 Mass in the Hall
2. Monday: Meal for the poor, 6:00 PM in the parish hall.
B RCIA Journey of Faith, 7 PM, St. Patrick Church rectory, Bridge Ave.
3. Tuesday: Vibrant Parish Life, 6:30 PM in the rectory
4. Wednesday: Eucharistic Quiet Hour, 3-4 PM in church
B Stations of the Cross, 6:30 PM in church
B Walk for Peace, 7 PM in the church parking lot;
5. Thursday: Eucharistic Holy Hour for peace at 11:00 AM; Mass at Noon.
B Rejoice & Renew Working Together, 5:30 PM in the rectory
6. Friday: Self-guided Stations of the Cross, 11:30 AM in church
B Children's Choir rehearsal, 4:30 PM in the church, all children 7+ welcome
7. Sunday: Coffee Hour after 9:30 Mass in the Hall
B Communal Penance Service, St. Patrick Church, 2 PM
B Future Church presentation, 12:30 - 2 PM in the Center
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SUPPORT
WELCOME
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A meal without cost is served to the needy on Mondays at 6 PM in the parish hall. Doughnuts, sandwiches, and
coffee are served daily at the rectory. Volunteers are
needed, especially weekdays. Call Sr. Francis: 216-861-5343.
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SPECI AL EVENTS
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March 19: Paschal
Mystery/Pentecost, Fr. Bob Begin, St. Colman Learning Cntr. Rm 26, 2027 W.65, 7-8:30 PM
March 23: The Inclusive Practice of Jesus: Mary of Magdala, Peter and the Galilean Discipleship, Chris Schenk
CSJ, 12:30-2 PM, St. Malachi Center, brunch at Noon, no charge, to register: Miriam Robinson 440-234-0977
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| READING BUDDIES |
St. Malachi Center After School Program needs “buddies”,
adults to read with children from ages five to seven
for one hour per week. Basic training and material is provided. To volunteer, call Kim White at 216-771-3036.
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| ADULT FAITH FORMATION |
Kevin & Becky McKenna will host informal gatherings on Tuesday, March 18, from 6-8:30 PM to discuss
“Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us”, the Bishops Plan for
Adult Faith Formation. As part of Vibrant Parish Life, this invitation is also
offered to St. Colman, St. Wendelin and St. Patrick Churches. If you would like to be a part of this faith sharing group, call
the McKenna’s at 216-221-4153
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| CONFIRMATION |
St. Malachi will celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation on
Tuesday, May 20 at St. Patrick Church. Adults
and teenagers who have not yet been confirmed, please contact Fr. Tony (216) 861-5343 to begin preparation.
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| ST. PAT’S BENEFIT |
The Annual Restoration Fund Drawing of St. Patrick Church Restoration Committee, Bridge Ave.,
St. Patrick's Day, March 17. 1st Prize:
$10,000; Donation: $20. Tickets available at St. Malachi church entrance or rectory.
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MALACHI
MART
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Malachi
Mart hours: 10 AM-6 PM, Tuesday through Saturday; 10 AM-2 PM
Sunday.
Stop in at the Mart and support the Center.
Malachi Mart
supports the ministry of St. Malachi Center.
The Mart is always
looking for volunteers to assist in every way.
For more information, call (216) 621-1988.
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"PLANET GREEN"
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Please
continue to save empty printer cartridges
for the "Planet Green" environmental project.
Cartridges will be recycled & refilled. They may be dropped off at the
church or rectory.
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