Saint Casimir Parish
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May 17 - 18
from fr. Andrew
   
       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!
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. Make checks payable to St. Casimir Parish.
kryžiusMay 17 - 18May 24 - 25
Sat. 5:00pmSun. 8:30amSat. 5:00pmSun. 8:30am
LectorFaye Roth     
Nancy Anzlovar
Tony BaceviceArv Valiukas
Eucharistic MinisterMaureen Anderson   
John Milikas
Judy KowalskiJackie Caruso-Taylor
ServerFrances K.
Frances K.