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FORTNIGHT
FOR FREEDOM
The
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops encourages Catholics
across our country
to enter into the two weeks leading up to the Fourth of July (June 21 to July 4)
with
a strong focus on prayer, education and reflection on our freedom of
religion, There
have been many threats to this First Amendment right over the history
of our country
and it continues today. Resources and reflections about this freedom
and the
threats against it can be found on our diocesan website: www.dioceseofcleveland.org/freedom
Finally, as the Fortnight For Freedom
concludes, everyone
is invited to participate at Mass with Bishop Lennon on Friday, July 4, at 10:00am
at
the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.
DAY
OF RECOLLECTION
The
First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association, Anna Hurban Cleveland
District will have their Annual Day of Recollection to SS. Anne
& Joachim
on Tuesday,
July 26, at
Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine, 21281
Chardon Rd., Euclid. Bishop Roger Gries, OSB will be the celebrant of
the 11:00am Mass. Rev.
Gerald Gonda, OSB will preside at the
Benediction and Rosary at 2:00pm.
Luncheon tickets are
$15 and must be purchased by July 18th. For more
information or for
luncheon tickets call Catherine Ruzniok (440-406-9310)
or Helen Gebura (440-835-1926).
SOCIETY
OF ST. VINCENT
DE PAUL
 Whether
you are an avid golfer or just enjoy the great outdoors, join us for “OUTDRIVE HUNGER: An Inaugural Golf Outing”
on Friday,
July 29, from
8am to 4:30pm
at Grantwood Golf Course, 38855 Aurora Rd., in Solon. The outing will
raise
money to feed the 13,000 who turn to our food pantries for nourishment
each
month. For tickets call 216-696-6525,
ext.
2520.
THE FEST
 As
the summer season begins, mark your calendar for the highlight of the
summer season - The FEST. On Sunday,
August 7th, from 12noon until 10pm join together
with thousands from across our diocese for a day of faith, family and
fun. The 16th Annual Catholic Family FESTival
will be held on the grounds of the Center for Pastoral Leadership in
Wickliffe. The FEST features great Christian artists: Newsboys, Michael
W. Smith, Matthew West, and Lauren Daigle, and has engaging activities
and displays for the entire family. The FEST is free and open
to all. The day concludes with an inspiring outdoor Mass at 8pm. It’s the highlight of summer,
everything that your family needs for a great family day. For more
information, go online to:
www.theFEST.us
BECOME
A HOSPICE VOLUNTEER
Hospice
is a philosophy of care, not a place. We
care for patients wherever they call home. Volunteers are a vital part
of our
team; they come from all walks of life and have a variety of skills,
talents,
and abilities. Opportunities to serve are diverse, from running errands
to meal
preparation. Volunteers with special training are always needed:
attorneys,
licensed hair dressers,
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Summer is the time of year when many are
involved in outdoor activities and travel. We wish everyone a safe and
relaxing
summer, and we also remind everyone to participate at Mass each
weekend, even
when traveling.
We
also remind everyone of their obligation to support our parish. As we
continue
to be challenged financially, we need everyone’s support. So on the
weekends
you are not here, please make up for your missed offerings. I bring
this up as
a friendly reminder because many in the parish will be away next
weekend in
Baltimore for the Lithuanian Dance Festival. Wishing you all a safe
trip!
God Bless! Fr. Joe Bacevice
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MONTHLY
EUCHARISTIC
ADORATION
 Friday, July
1st, we
will have our First Friday
Holy Hour of adoration in the Church from 8:00-9:00am.
On Wednesday,
July 13th, we will have our monthly
Eucharistic Adoration in the
church from 6:00-9:00pm.
We invite everyone to spend
some quiet time in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. For those able
to make
a commitment to spend time in prayer, we ask you to sign up for a
specific
time. The sign-up sheet is located in the main entrance to the Church.
HOLY
FATHER
This weekend
we are accepting offerings for the Holy Father. Known for years as the
Peter’s
Pence Collection, this offering supports the charitable work of the
Holy Father
throughout the world. Please be generous.
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
 During
the summer months and until September 11th,
our office will be
CLOSED on Fridays. Church activities (Mass,
funerals, wedding rehearsals and other activities) will not be
affected. To serve the business needs of the parish, our
office will be open Monday
through Thursday
from 10:00 to 12:00noon,
and from 1:00 until 6:00pm.
Please follow these hours for all
non-emergency matters.
HELPERS
NEEDED
We
are looking for a few
good people to help keep our parish running smoothly. First we need
additional
ushers who can greet people when they come to Mass, take up the weekly
collection, and act as “first responders” when someone needs help in
Church.
We’re looking for ushers for all the Masses, but the need is greatest
at the
12:00 noon Mass on Sunday. We are also looking for adults who would be
available to serve funerals. If anyone is interested in being a church
usher or
a funeral server, please contact Father Bacevice.
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