We are not
alone, we are never alone. Our Easter season continues and the focus of our
liturgy shifts to the promise of the coming of the Paraclete. In our Christian
faith, "paraclete" refers to the Holy Spirit, often translated as
"advocate," "helper," "comforter," or
"counselor." The term originates from the Greek word paraklētos,
which means "called along-side" and implies someone actively
supporting and interceding on behalf of another. Jesus tells his disciples that
he must ascend, to be with the Father. After witnessing many miracles that
Jesus performed, now He was going to leave them and the Apostles had to
continue his work. How are they going to continue to build the Church being
left alone?
There will be a time in all of our
lives that we will feel alone, We recently felt that in our Church when the
chair of Peter was empty with the death of Pope Francis. During the time of sede
vacante the Church continued, we continued because we were not alone. By
the power of the Holy Spirit the cardinals, the princes of the Church gathered
together and chose our next Vicar of Christ, Pope Leo XIV. We cannot accomplish
much on our own. Calling on the power of the Holy Spirit we can accomplish much
in Jesus' name. The Church continues, we will continue, we are not alone.
In God's time, Father Andrew
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JUBILEE YEAR
This weekend we celebrate the Jubilee of Confraternities, volunteer
organizations that promote charitable works and devotional life. Examples of
these would be St. Vincent de Paul Society, and Knights of Columbus. Let us
join Pope Leo in praying that these organizations continue to be visible
witnesses to their faith, deepen their spiritual lives, and help preserve and
pass on religious and cultural traditions.
PLANT SALE
Plant Sale orders are ready for pick up
this weekend, on Saturday 2-6pm and Sunday 8-12pm Please park in Neff Rd. lot
and enter through side door of gym. Didn’t order? Or need more? There will be a
limited number of plants for sale. For more information contact Jackie at
216-509- 0401.
PARISH CLEAN UP
On Saturday
June 7th at 10am, we will meet to clean up the parish grounds. We
will be raking leaves, pulling weeds and picking up trash. If you are able to
help call Jackie at the rectory during office hours. Many hands make light
work!
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WELCOME
This Saturday, May 18, Bishop Malesic ordained 8 men as priests to serve
our diocese. We congratulate Father Christopher Cotone, Father Kyle
Rosser, Father Jon Hawkins, Father Jeffrey Lindholm, Father James Parisi,
Father Ryan Arto, Father Brian Peters, and Father Anthony Donatelli on their
ordination. May God’s blessings be with them as they begin their priestly
ministry in service to the Diocese of Cleveland.
MEMORIAL DAY
Monday, May 26th is Memorial Day. This is the day that we
honor our war dead. Again this year, our Memorial Day remembrance will begin
with a flag raising and ceremony honoring our dead, in our front parking lot at
8:30am, followed by Mass in the church. After Mass, everyone is invited to
breakfast at the Lithuanian Club.
HOLY NAME
May is the time our Holy Name Society recruits new members and collects
everyone’s annual dues. An envelope for this purpose is included with the
envelope package, Dues are $5. a year. Holy Name meets monthly on the second
Saturday of the month at 3pm, for prayer and to plan activities to promote our
parish and promote the love and respect for the Holy Name of Jesus. These
activities include the Summer Picnic (July 30, 2025), Monthly Eucharistic
Adoration, Giving Tree and Monthly Split Raffle, To join the Holy Name, simply
put your dues in the envelope and drop it in the collection basket or drop it
off at the rectory.
WELCOME
FOR FR. ANDREW
Welcome Coffee Hour for Father Andrew Morkūnas will take place on June 1st, after
the 11:00 o'clock Mass in the School Gym. As a parish family let's all welcome
him to our parish.
TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME
Mark your
calendars now! We have a night out at a
baseball game and we want you there. Join us for the Annual St. Casimir Night
at Classic Park in Eastlake, to see the Lake County Captains. The game is
Friday, June 13th. We start the evening with a picnic supper,
Burgers, hot dogs, tasty side dishes, soft drinks and dessert are included.
First pitch is at 7:00pm. The Lake County Captains are a minor league affiliate
of the Cleveland Guardians. Come and see the future stars of baseball right in
your own backyard. Tickets are only $40.00, and a portion of the proceeds
benefits our parish, Order forms are now available at the entrances to the
church. Fill it out and drop your ticket request and payment in the collection
basket or at the rectory. Tickets must be purchased by Monday May 26th.
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