In today’s Gospel, we hear of the ten men afflicted with leprosy, & the one who glorifies God for being healed. It is a dramatic scene of gratitude. But in order for the miracle to happen in the first place, these men had to start walking in faith before their diseased conditions change one tiny bit. Good stewards of their faith realize that they cannot wait until their problems are over to start walking in faith. They praise God even in the darkest of nights, and in the worst of circumstances. Do we walk in faith, offering the Lord our gratitude even when we are in difficult circumstances
Pope Francis Weekend Quote, 10/12/2019
Do not be afraid of holiness. It will take away none of your energy, vitality or joy. On the contrary, you will become what the Father had in mind when he created you, & you will be faithful to your deepest self…Do not be afraid to set your sights higher, to allow yourself to be loved and liberated by God. Do not be afraid to let yourself to be guided by the Holy Spirit. Holiness does not make you less human, since it is an encounter between your weakness & the power of God’s grace.
Rejoice and Be Glad, Apostolic Exhortation
Extraordinary Missionary Month, October 2019 – Prayer proposed by Pope Francis
Heavenly Father, when your only begotten Son Jesus Christ rose from the dead, he commissioned his followers to “go and make disciples of all nations” and you remind us that through our Baptism we are made sharers in the mission of the Church. Empower us by the gifts of the Holy Spirit to be courageous and zealous in bearing witness to the Gospel, so that the mission entrusted to the Church, which is still very far from completion, may find new and efficacious expressions that bring life and light to the world. Help us make it possible for all peoples to experience the saving love and mercy of Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, One God, forever and ever. Amen
Stewardship Moment: Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time, 10/06/2019
In this week’s readings we see the challenges before us in faithful service. As servants of the Gospel, we do not serve to see the fruits of the labor. Rather, we serve because our faith calls us to do so. As faithful stewards, our faith can help us to do wondrous things. What small things in your life can make a big difference?
Thank You Street Festival Volunteers!
A big thank you to the folks who greeted festival goers at the St. Malachi table at the Ohio City Street Festival last Sunday, September 29, 2019. You were a welcoming presence in our neighborhood!
Blanket Sunday “Covers” Many needs, 10/06/2019
October 6, 2019 is Blanket Sunday, sponsored by the Diocesan St. Vincent de Paul Society. When you make a donation, your money will go even further through bulk purchases of blankets and other items for the homeless and poor individuals in our own metropolitan area. There will be a second collection. You may also donate online at www.svdpcle.org.
Blessings and Prayers for our Jewish Faith Community
On Monday, September 30, 2019, our Jewish neighbors will celebrate Rosh Hashanah, also referred to as the Day of Remembrance. Rosh Hashanah is about returning to God through repentance. The holiday is used to remind us that submission to God is the way to demonstrate a repentant attitude to the Lord.
October is Ministry Month
Each week during the month of October 2019, there will be an insert – one page, two sided – with information related to two/three of the St. Malachi Parish ministries.
Faith Direct: Inspiring Secure Giving
With the arrival of autumn, you are invited to join Faith Direct, our parish’s electronic giving program. Our to-do lists can get lengthy during this season, but Faith Direct’s eGiving program will give you one less thing to remember each week–no more envelopes to find before you go to Mass. Brochures are at the doors of the Church. Or, you can go online to faith.direct/OH337 or text the word ENROLL to 216-930-1310. Thank you for your prayerful support of St. Malachi Parish.
Stewardship Moments: Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
In today’s Gospel Jesus offers a warning about living selfishly in his parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus. The Rich Man holds sumptuous feasts and dresses in fine clothes. But despite his affluence he does nothing to relieve the painful hunger and debilitating condition of his neighbor Lazarus. He neglects to love his neighbor as he loves himself and is sent to hell for his lifestyle and desire for self-gratification. The Rich Man represents those who spend their money on their own personal pleasures with no regard for sharing their material possessions with the poor and needy in their own neighborhood. Good stewards realize the practical implications of not only loving God, but loving their neighbor as they would love themselves. Who are the less fortunate in our neighborhood? Do we share a portion of our own blessings with them?
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