In the season of Winter the days get
longer so we can enjoy more daylight within our lives. Daytime does give
way to night and the darkness returns. In this winter season the joy is
that we can enjoy more light in our lives. So why are we comfortable in
darkness? You get up before sunrise, the alarm rings, you turn on the
light and what is your reaction? Light hurts the eyes. In the six
to eight hours of sleep our bodies have grown accustomed to the darkness.
We cannot live in the darkness. Sin lives in darkness. That is why
we do not want to face our sins. Just as the light hurts our eyes early
in the morning, we do not want to face our sins because it hurts.
We
have to allow the Divine Physician to cure us of our ailments both spiritual
and physical. The season of Lent quickly approaches and affords us the
opportunity to encounter Jesus, to provide the healing we need. No one
wants to undergo surgery. After all, the surgeon’s scalpel has to cut
into the skin. It is an instrument of healing and we have to endure some
pain for the healing process to begin. The same with our soul. The
deeper we shine the Light of Christ into the wound, the deeper the healing will
be. In the weeks to come we have many opportunities to allow the Light of
Christ to shine in our lives.
In
God’s time, Father
Andrew
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January
|
Budget
|
Difference
|
|
Income
|
51,077.76
|
29,085.69
|
21,992.07
|
|
Expense
|
33,799.28
|
38,932.01
|
-5,132.73
|
|
Net Income
|
17,278.48
|
-9,846.32
|
27,124.80
|
|
Year to date
|
Budget
|
Difference
|
|
Income
|
240,791.11
|
188,348.85
|
52,442.26
|
|
Expense
|
193,005.76
|
242,705.75
|
-49,699.99
|
|
Net Income
|
47,785.35
|
-54,356.90
|
102,142.25
|
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SPEND SOME TIME WITH THE LORD\
All are invited to spend time with the Lord
in quiet prayer on Tuesday, February 10th from 5-6pm in the
church. Spend a few minutes or the whole
hour. Spending time in prayer is a great way to grow your relationship with
Christ.
PAPAL INTENTION
Pope Leo XIV intention for February:
Let us pray that children suffering from incurable diseases and their families
receive the necessary medical care and support, never losing strength and hope.
HELPERS NEEDED
This year, Lent begins on Wednesday
February 18th. Again, this
year during Lent, the four Collinwood parishes are having the Monday cluster
Masses. Our turn to host the Cluster Mass will be on Monday, February 23rd.
Along with the other parishes, after Mass we will have a reception for all
attendees. Sign-up sheets can be found on the tables by the entrances to the
church.
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CONFIRMATION
Confirmation is
one of the three sacraments of initiation, Baptism and Eucharist being the
other two. It is usually received at age 13 or above. In order to be a
Godparent for Baptism or Confirmation, a person must have been confirmed
themselves. In some cases, they may be
required to receive the sacrament of confirmation before they are married in
the church. If you are not confirmed and
would like to be, please contact Fr Andrew or Jackie Taylor. We are beginning classes now, with the hope
of having the sacrament of Confirmation celebrated here in the fall.
LITHUANIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY
Please join the Cleveland Lithuanian
Community as they Commemorate Lithuania's Independence Day, with a commemoration
on February 14, at 4:00 pm at St. Casimir Parish Upper Hall. After the commemoration, there will be a
special guest performance by The New York Lithuanian Theater of Žemaitė’s
comedy _"Three Beloved Women"_ If you are attending this event we ask
that you park in the Marcella lot and enter through the doors by tunnel so
there is enough room in the Neff Rd lot for those attending 5pm Mass.
PRAYER
Formal prayers are those that are
written down, many are used in liturgies and rituals of the church and in our
daily lives. The Our Father, Hail Mary
and the Nicene Creed are examples of formal prayers. Formal prayers like any
prayer we say should be said with attention, understanding and sincerity, they
help us grow closer to God and obtain the graces we need to live a holy life,
avoid sin and get to heaven.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES
The 2026 Catholic Charities Appeal will
take place next weekend in our parish.
Please refer to the insert in this week’s bulletin which includes our
parish’s goal and an overview of the importance of Catholic Charities in our
communities. This year’s theme is “Yours
are the hands with which He blesses all the world.” Your generous support will bring peace to the
lives of others, to offer dignity, possibilities and companionship to those who
are most vulnerable.
WORLD DAY FOR CONSECRATED LIFE
This weekend we celebrate and pray for
all those who have made commitments to the consecrated life of the church.
Examples include: the Poor Clares, the Society of Jesus (Jesuits,) and the
Franciscans. May they continue to be inspired by Jesus Christ and respond
generously to God's gift of their vocation. Poster with those currently in
formation can be found at the entrances to the church.
SUNDAY COFFEE
After Sunday Masses this weekend,
everyone is invited to the lower hall of the school for coffee and
pastries. It’s a great opportunity to
spend some quality time with fellow parishioners and friends who come to Mass
on Sunday. There is no cost, but
donations are gladly welcomed. The
February Kavutė is being hosted by Ateitininkai this Sunday after the 11am
Mass. Coffee after the 8:30am Mass is being hosted by members of the Parish
Council.
FOOD PANTRY
A list of items needed can be found by
the Food Pantry bins at the entrances to the church. Monetary donations can also be made, make
check out to St Casimir (put Food Pantry in memo line) and we will get it to
them.
ADULT EDUCATION WITH JACKIE
Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed a “Special
Year of St. Francis” to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the saint’s death.
Join Jackie on Tuesday February 10th at 6:30pm at Hope House, to
learn more about St Francis and what will occur during this Year of Grace. |
Lietuvi