Due to a production issue (not associated with McGorray-Hanna Funeral Home) the calendars will be arriving later than expected. Hopes are that they will be here within a few weeks. Thanks for your patience.
by Ed Shemo
Due to a production issue (not associated with McGorray-Hanna Funeral Home) the calendars will be arriving later than expected. Hopes are that they will be here within a few weeks. Thanks for your patience.
by Ed Shemo
If you plan to contribute to St. Malachi Parish before the end of 2023 please note: the cutoff date for 2023 contributions is Dec. 31, 2023 Contributions received or postmarked on or before Dec. 31 will be recorded as 2023 contributions. Contributions received after Dec. 31, 2023 or postmarked in 2024 will be recorded as 2024 contributions.
by Nadge Herceg
Join us on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 7PM in the church for simple chants, scripture and silence. Enter through either side door entrance.
We wait in joyful hope…
by Sharon Jesse
On Sunday, December 10, 2023, St. Malachi Parish will again deliver Christmas greetings and a gift to the residents at Lakeview Tower Apartments. This unique St. Malachi tradition is a memorable opportunity for families and individuals to share a gift and a smile with our neighbors during the Christmas Season. We will be delivering Dave’s Market Gift Cards and greetings door to door from 9AM until Noon (approx.). If you would like to help please let us know in advance by contacting Jeff Barbalics, (216) 426-5272, jbarbalics@csinc.com
by Sharon Jesse
We invite you to join us for Mass as we celebrate Jesus’ birth. The Mass schedule for Christmas is as follows for St. Malachi:
Sunday, Christmas Eve: 4PM
Monday, Christmas Day: 10AM
Because the Solemnity of Mary IS NOT a Holy Day of Obligation, there will be NO Vigil Mass on Dec. 31 at either St. Malachi or St. Patrick’s Parish.
Join us at 10AM on January 1st for the Solemnity of Mary Partner Parish Mass at St. Patrick’s.
by Sharon Jesse
‘Tis the season to decorate, so come help make our worship space festive and ready to receive our Savior! Join us after 10AM Mass on Sunday, December 24 to usher in the Christmas season.
Call or text Carol Schiro at 216-225-7130 with questions.
by Sharon Jesse
Next weekend is the annual Retirement Fund for Religious which supports women & men from religious communities who have served God’s people in ministry, & are now retired and whose communities lack funds to provide for them in their retirement in a proper and dignified manner.
There will be a second collection at all Masses. Please be generous.
by Sharon Jesse
Are you new to St Malachi or St Pat’s? All young adults are welcome to join the Young Adult Group, which meets twice monthly. Contact Marisol at mgv.marisol@gmail.com.
by Sharon Jesse
The Church is currently working on the process of canonization of six African Americans. Learn about their remarkable fidelity by picking up “Steps to Becoming a Saint” at the doors of the church.
Their stories and a prayer for their canonization is included! May they inspire our faith in action!
by Sharon Jesse
November 19, 2023 meeting held at 6:30 PM in the St. Malachi Meeting Room
Attending: Fr. Michael Gurnick, Judy Slivka, Cathy Graham, Jan Durkalski, Margaret Armstead, Claudia Cabrera, Matt Hils, Jackie Krejcik, Sharon Lowe-Chapman, Mike Pellegrino, Peter Toomey, Jeff Walters Absent: Hollis Johnson Guests: Christy Bartley
Opening Prayer: Margaret Armstead
Education & Enrichment:
Report from ST. Patrick/St. Malachi Integrated Steering Committee, Jan Durkalski
Saturday, Nov. 4
Introductory meeting at St. Patrick to discuss purpose and procedures.
Rosie Dolan-Baker, our facilitator and consultant, shared plan that in the future, 5-6 focus teams will be formed with representation from both parishes.
Tuesday, Nov. 8, Zoom
Discussed clarity and focus on our task to bring the two parishes together to create and continue a strong presence in our neighborhood and continue our ministries.
Continued with our consultant to define vision and goals, roles for committee members.
Saturday, Nov. 18
Steering Committee members attended tours of the buildings and facilities at the site of both parishes.
Discussion:
Rectory Transaction Committee- Judy Slivka, Fr. Gurnick
Committee will take tour of the rectory. A Stella Maris proposal to purchase is expected.
Chats with Council- Cathy Graham
Chats scheduled monthly on third weekend, published in bulletin and announced at Mass. Council members will be available following Mass at Sunday coffee hour and in the church after Mass on Saturday. Questions and concerns will be shared with Executive Committee of Parish Council, and then either discussed at Parish Council meeting or directed to Fr. Gurnick, St. Malachi staff or ministry/group.
Ministerial Leadership Mtg.- Judy Slivka
Meeting proposed for Feb., 24, 2024. Planning group will meet the first week of December.
Diocesan Policy on Human Sexuality and Gender- Judy Slivka, Jackie Krejcik
Notes from the Parish Conversations held on Oct. 22, 2023 were shared with council. Council affirmed the St. Malachi Mission Statement and will continue to discuss how to be more welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community. Council will plan with parish members and then schedule an open meeting to explore how St. Malachi can exemplify the teachings of Jesus and be more pastoral in our relationships with our members.
Administrator’s Report from Fr. Gurnick:
Fr. Gurnick shared information regarding his trip to Fatima and the Holy Land. Fr. Gurnick proposed scheduling an annual mass for Anointing of the Sick.
Closing Prayer: Margaret Armstead Next Council Meeting: January 2, 2024
Respectfully submitted, Jan Durkalski
The St. Malachi Parish Mission: We are a Eucharistic People, United in Prayer, Welcoming to All and Serving the Poor.
Celebrating Over 150 Years of Faithful Service in the Old Angle!