The Labre Homeless Ministry sends a big thank you to those who have provided their generous support through the past year! We continue to feed families and homeless individuals every Thursday in our new food truck. We have also expanded our mobile ministry to include a weekly clothing distribution. Our current needs include: • New men’s underwear size medium & large • Men's T-shirts, new or (nearly new) medium & large • New lady's underwear sizes 6, 7, 8 • Seasonal items…tops & shorts, etc... • Bath towels & wash cloths • Toiletries…toothpaste, toothbrushes, etc... Donations can be left in the Labre cupboard in the church’s Gathering Space. If you have large donations or questions, please contact the parish office at 330-896-2345.

Vacation Bible School begins July 12 at Little Flower Parish in Canton! Children grades Kindergarten through fifth grade completed are invited to a fun filled week of Treasured: Discovering You Are Priceless to God this Monday July 12 -Friday July 16 from 6:00-8:00PM. The event is FREE. To register or for more information, please contact Deborah at (330) 494-2759 ext. 105. Come for one, two or all of the evenings for this faith-filled and fun-filled event. All are welcome! Click on title for more info.

Due to the heat, starting on Sunday, July 4, the only outdoor Mass on the weekend will be the 9:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday. The 11:00 a.m. will move into the church. The 4:30 p.m. Mass on Saturday and the 11:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday will be livestreamed.

Click on the title to read today's note from the VBS Director.

Click on the title to read today's note from the VBS Director.

Click on the title to read today's note from the VBS Director.

Catholic Cemeteries Association provides free monthly grief support groups in two formats: In-Office (3:00 p.m.) at six Cemetery offices and Virtually (5:00 p.m.). We meet the 3rd Sunday of every month; 4th Sunday if the third Sunday falls on a holiday. Meetings are open discussion, surrounding a monthly topic or whatever is on your heart. The July 18th topics are “Taking Care of Yourself while Grieving” and “Returning to Work/School After a Death”. We offer a comfortable, private, and safe environment where you are free to explore your grief. Come and be in the presence of those who understand. The 3:00 p.m. In-Office Grief Support groups meet in the main office building at each of the following 6 cemetery locations. The 5:00 p.m. Virtual Grief Support group meets for an hour via Zoom and follows the same monthly topic discussion as the in-office groups. Sign-up for at http://bit.ly/ccavirtualgriefsupportgroup to receive login information and to download the handout materials. You can join virtually from any Wi-Fi enabled area via computer, laptop, smartphone, or even without Wi-Fi (via audio only) from your analog phone. If you do not have Wi-Fi or email, please contact Rhonda at 216-930-4866.

The Catholic Cemeteries Association invites you to attend a 1-hour pre-planning seminar on Saturday, July17, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. Come learn about your Catholic burial options, including options for cremated remains. Attendees will receive a personal reference guide and special savings certificate. Please know the CCA follows the current CDC guidance regarding COVID-19 protocols. We kindly ask that you RSVP to this event to Holy Cross Cemetery – 100 E. Waterloo Rd., Akron RSVP 216/641-7575 ext. 7.

Click on the title to read today's note from the VBS Director.

Click on title to read today's note from the VBS Director.

Are you looking for a way to help individuals in your community? Many virtual and in-person volunteer opportunities are available including our new Pet Peace of Mind and End of Life Doula programs. We also have volunteer opportunities at our Life’s Treasure’s Thrift Shop in Medina. Consider becoming a Hospice of the Western Reserve Volunteer. Two virtual new volunteer training series are held every month with registration contingent on meeting pre-requisites. Our July series are Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 6, 8, 13, and 15 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm or Mondays and Wednesdays, July 19, 21, 26, and 28 from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Get started today by calling 216.255.9090, e-mailing volunteering@hospicewr.org, or filling out an online application at hospicewr.org/volunteer.

Congress is trying to force Americans to pay for abortion. The Hyde Amendment and similar laws have protected taxpayers from funding elective abortion for 45 years. Now, powerful members of Congress want to take away these laws that both Democrats and Republicans have supported for nearly half a century. Billions of taxpayer dollars could be used to pay for abortion. It is critically important for Catholics to send a strong message before Congress moves forward to impose taxpayer-funded abortion. Go to the front page of our website to find the link to sign the petition or go to https://www.notaxpayerabortion.com.

"All are invited to participate in a solemn Eucharistic Procession and recitation of a Patriotic Rosary on Saturday, July 3rd, beginning at 1:00 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Parish on W. Market Street in Akron. We will pray and process one mile to St. Bernard's Parish, where we will have Benediction and repose the Blessed Sacrament. For those who are unable to join the procession, the Rosary will be simultaneously prayed at both parishes beginning at 1 p.m. For more information, please call (330) 826-1030, or e-mail LOMOLOH.org@gmail.com. God bless you, and God bless America!" Thank you very much, and may Christ's peace and blessings abound!

TEILHARD DE CHARDIN, SJ, HIS LIFE & LEGACY – A VIRTUAL PROGRAM. Join us on Mondays, 7:00 - 8:15 p.m.: July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 2, August 9, August 16, August 23 for this virtual program. Facilitated by Mike Reiling, M.Ed, this 8-session Teilhard virtual program details the significance of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin (1881-1955) for 21st century life. His personal story, his valuable and lasting insights into evolution and into spirituality will be examined as well as his continuing influence on contemporaries such as theologian Ilia Delio and evolutionary biologist David Sloan Wilson. Cost is $65.00. Jesuit Retreat Center is located at 5629 State Road, Parma, Ohio 44134. For more information or to sign up go to www.jesuitretreatcenter.org or contact cmcmanus@jesuitretreatcenter.org.

The next meeting of the Community of Praise Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group is on Monday, July 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Walsh University, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel, 2020 East Maple Street, North Canton, OH 44720. This group is affiliated with the Catholic Charismatic Renewal of the Diocese of Youngstown, Ohio, and an Apostolate of Magnificat of Stark County, Ohio. For more information you may call Rosemary Pfiffner at 330-499-9371. Check out our website at: communityofpraise.org.

The annual NFP Family Summer Picnic is back! We sure missed it last year! It will be Saturday, July 17 at 4:00 pm. We are really looking forward to getting together with old and new friends. We have a new location this year! Bain Park is easy to find in Fairview Park - either five minutes north from I-480 or south from I-90. Use Bain Park Pavillion in Waze or Google maps and it will get you there! The shelter has built in grills and large tables. The playground areas have plenty of place to play. There are open spaces for the balloon toss. Someone would be welcome to bring a volleyball net or cornhole set. Hot dogs will be provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Bring drinks for your own family. Please think about inviting a new family to the picnic this year. You probably know a family that has felt a little disconnected over the past year and a half. Please RSVP on the meetup site so we make sure there are enough hot dogs! https://www.meetup.com/NEO-NFP/events/277688021/ Can you help? Please use the signup genius to let Mary Ellen and Tim know if you can bring something to help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DAEAA2DA5F94-nfppicnic

8:30 am Mass followed by the Rosary prayed before the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Confessions will be offered after Mass. Our Lady of Fatima asks us to: Go to Confession, Receive Holy Communion, Pray 5 Decades of the Rosary & Keep Our Lady company for 15 minutes while meditating on the mysteries.

Every year we are able to provide a day of faith, family, and fun for thousands of people across our region – and beyond – because of your goodness and support. By purchasing a ticket, you not only make this great day possible, but you can also win over $40,000 in prizes. But wait…there’s more! If you purchase your ticket by July 1st (this week!) you will be entered in our Early Bird Drawing for a chance to win a fall cleanup from our friends at NEO Landscaping. For details, a list of prizes, or to purchase your ticket, head to www.theFEST.us/raffle/ today!

Join us on Friday, July 30th, 6-9 pm for a night of outdoor fun to support The Village of St. Edward! VillageFEST, annual celebration benefitting each of our Communities, is an opportunity for you to enjoy a fun evening out while supporting the important work of The Village. Proceeds this year will provide for a variety of important technology upgrades, all which directly benefit residents. Enjoy an evening of food trucks, multiple raffles, wine pull, and live music. VillageFEST will be graciously hosted at Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish – 260 Broad St., Wadsworth, OH 44281. Reserve your tickets today – tinyurl.com/VillageFEST2021. Questions? Please contact Rebecca Lamour 234-492-0549 or Rebecca.Lamour@vased.org.

Please join us on Friday, July 2, starting at the 8:30 am Mass for First Friday Devotion and Avila Holy Hour for Vocations. Click on title for detailed information.