On April 30th of this year I completed
one year as your parish administrator.
The question I am being asked now is, “When am I going to be installed
as the pastor.” My personal motto
throughout my priesthood has been, “In God’s time.” I was deeply moved by the support of the
Saint Casimir community shown in the letter sent to the bishop a few months
back. I await the bishop’s decision
while continuing to shepherd the flock entrusted to my care.
We are a small tight knit
community. There has been an increase of
participation in community activities, first and foremost in the celebration of
the Mass keeping God first in our lives.
On a practical level, through your generosity our school hall is
functional hosting a number of activities.
It has been nearly a decade since Saint Casimir’s Fair – Kaziuko mugė
was held in the hall. Žaibas sports
group is now practicing basketball prior to Mass on Sundays. Our coffee socials – Kavutė are hosted by
different parish and community organizations once a month.
We have made progress keeping
light shining in our parish. July 1st begins a new fiscal year. I am happy to
report that we ended the year with a surplus of approximately $82,000. However, a large percentage of this money is
restricted as part of the capital campaign. Along with the finance council we
are in the process of preparing the budget for the next year. As the numbers
continue to be refined, I will have a better picture on how we stand in a few
weeks.
We have some significant challenges
ahead. The prospective tenant for the school had declined to enter into a lease
at the last moment in April. We still have a broker trying to find a tenant,
however the lead time to open a school by the fall means our building will
remain empty for the next year.
The school, rectory and
possibly the church need new roofs. We
are able to mitigate some of the leaks but we are not able to fix the
underlying problem. Financially we are able to meet our operating expenses for
the time being. Again, I will have a better idea of our financial future as we
continue to plan next year’s budget.
Thank you
again for your continuing support as we continue to build the kingdom.
In God’s time, Fr. Andrew
PICNIC FOR PARISHIONERS
The Holy Name Society is pleased to announce that the Annual Picnic for
Parishioners will take place on Wednesday July 29, 2026, beginning at 5:00pm at
the East Shore Park Club, at the corner of East Park and Dorchester Dr., on the
shores of Lake Erie. Hot dogs, burgers, snacks and soft drinks will be served.
There is no cost for the picnic as the Holy Name Society underwrites the entire
cost. This is a good way to meet fellow
parishioners and learn about the Holy Name Soty.
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PRAYER
Intercession is a type of prayer, offered
on behalf of others. We do this every
day during the Prayers of the Faithful at Mass.
These prayers are offered for the living, deceased, those we know, total
strangers, events that have taken place, the church and the world. Through our intercessions we lift up the
needs of others rather than focusing solely on ourselves. We pray for mercy, healing, guidance and
protection. We also ask saints to
intercede on our behalf for what is going on around us. Intercession prayer is an essential way for
individuals to demonstrate compassion and care for others and seek assistance
from those who have gone before us and our Loving Father.
SPEND TIME WITH THE LORD
On the second Tuesday of each month,
Eucharist Adoration is held from 5:00- 6:00pm. Why not spend some time with Our
Lord this coming Tuesday July 14th.
Come for the whole hour or just a few minutes. Spending time in quiet
prayer is a great way to grow in your relationship with our Lord.
JOIN US FOR PRAYER
Every weekday, Monday through Wednesday and Friday, we celebrate Mass at
7:30 am. Before Mass, around 7:00 am, we
pray the Rosary. You are invited to join fellow parishioners and friends for
these daily prayers. Come to either or
both. It is a beautiful way to start
your day.
SUNDAY COFFEE
Just a reminder
that there is no coffee social after Masses today. They will resume on Sunday August 9th.
LAKE COUNTY CAPTAINS
Tickets and
information regarding next Friday’s Lake County Captains game will be
distributed at the Masses this weekend.
Be sure to pick up your tickets or arrange to pick them up at the
rectory. Thirty-three tickets were purchased and we hope everyone has a great
time. Pray for good weather!
SCHISM
This
word has been in the news lately, basically it means a willful and voluntary
separation from the unity of the church.
A refusal to submit to the authority of the Pope or communion with
members of the church under his authority. Committing schism incurs automatic
excommunication. The Society of St. Pius X created four new bishops in open
defiance of Pope Leo XIV and therefore those who were consecrated and those who
did the consecrating were excommunicated from the church. Also, fellow priests
and the laity that continues to follow them will be excommunicated. The Society
has been warned in the past to adhere to the authority of the Pope and get the
needed permissions. The church will welcome them back once they complete the
necessary procedures and paperwork, if they want to return. Adult Education
with Jackie will take a look at this issue in the Fall. |
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