During October, the month of the Most Holy Rosary, Catholic Cemeteries Association invites families to participate in a half-mile walking Rosary in honor of departed loved ones. We walk, we pray, we sing, and we remember. For those who cannot walk, or in case of rain, the Rosary will be prayed in the mausoleum or in the cemetery office. At the end of the Rosary, there is a brief candle lighting ceremony in remembrance of our dearly departed. This is a great communal prayer opportunity for families and for Rosary Prayer organizations in your parish. Whether walking or not, honor your departed loved ones on our ONLINE “In Remembrance” Wall for the month of October. For more information go to: https://clecem.org/ Register on-site at any of the walk locations: All Saints Cemetery | 480 W. Highland Road, Northfield OH | Starts at Nativity Mausoleum; All Souls Cemetery | 10366 Chardon Road, Chardon | Starts at Mary Queen of Peace Mausoleum; Calvary Cemetery | 10000 Miles Avenue, Cleveland | Starts at Main Office; Holy Cross Cemetery | 100 E Waterloo Road, Akron | Starts at Sacred Heart Mausoleum; Holy Cross Cemetery | 14609 Brookpark Road, Brook Park | Starts at St. Jude Mausoleum; Resurrection Cemetery | 6303 Center Road (Rt. 303) Valley City | Starts at Main Office; St. Joseph Cemetery | 32789 Detroit Road, Avon | Starts at St. Joseph Mausoleum
AM 1260 The Rock and the Knights of Columbus Ohio State Council invite you to a private screening of the film “Mother Teresa No Greater Love” on Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at Cinemark in Valley View. This inspiring documentary film is the definitive historical account on the life and legacy of this beloved saint of our times. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10.50 each and can be purchased online at https://fs22.formsite.com/stambrose/fobm8jukhn/index.html or by visiting www.am1260therock.com. Seating is limited—purchase your tickets today!
True Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist Saturday, October 8, 2022, 1:00 - 7:30 p.m. NET Ministries dynamic retreat (for grades 6th-12th) will be in the PLC and the church, and includes Mass, Adoration & Confession. Download and fill out the registration form on the parish website at www.queenofheavenparish.org/upper-room and then hand it in at PSR or Upper Room.
“From the Penalty of Death Toward a Culture of Life: Mercy, Redemption & Restorative Justice” will be presented by Krisanne Vaillancourt Murphy, M.T.S., Executive Director of Catholic Mobilizing Network (CMN) to End the Use of the Death Penalty, on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, 7:00-8:30 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Parish, 164 W Market St., Akron, OH. This event is sponsored by St. Vincent de Paul Parish, with St. Bernard-St. Mary Parish and the Catholic Commission of Summit County. For more information, contact Jeff Campbell, Catholic Commission of Summit County at [email protected].
The next Theology on the Rocks West will be on Monday, October 10, 7:00 p.m. at LaCentre (25777 Detroit Rd., Westlake, just off I90 near Columbia and Detroit). Our topic is Called to Marriage, Now and Then. Jen Ricard and Fr. Andrew Hoover explain how Pope Saint John Paull II’s Theology of the Body reveals both Marriage and Priesthood as complementary signs pointing to our destiny in heaven, united with God forever. The cost is $15.00 per person which includes light appetizers & refreshments. Cash bar is also available. Pay online or at the door. Be sure to RSVP either way. Register in advance at www.theologyontherocks.wixsite.com/west. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
Families of middle school girls are invited to an Open House at Our Lady of the Elms on Wednesday, October 5, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. As we celebrate our Centennial, learn how the Elms High School is preparing tomorrow's leaders through academics, athletics, performing arts, and more. Register at www.theelms.org or call (330) 752-2507.
This year St. George Serbian Orthodox Church will be hosting a “Autumn Nights” Dinner and Dance on Saturday, October 8, 2022 – featuring “Jimmy and the Soul Blazers”. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. – dinner, hors d’oeuvres, meal, dessert, coffee, live entertainment, and door prizes included with ticket. There will also be a cash bar. Tickets can be purchased online at www.stgeorgenc.org/events/tickets, or by calling Melissa at the St. George office Tuesday or Thursday at (330) 494-2712. The event will be at St. George Event Center, 4667 Applegrove Street N.W., North Canton, OH. Questions or for more information, please contact “Autumn Nights” Committee Chair Linda Cameron at [email protected].
The Village of Saint Edward’s in Green is looking for full and part time servers in their dining room. Apply at 3813 Fortuna Drive in Green or email [email protected] or visit the website at www.vsecommunities.org.
Please join us for a series of meetings dealing with loss and Grief Recovery. Meetings will be Tuesday Afternoons from 3:00-4:30 p.m. October 4, 11, 18, 25 and November 1 and 8 at St. Paul Parish, 1580 Brown St., Akron, Ohio 44301 in the former Computer Room in the school. This 6-week course will be guided by Ellen Barber, a certified grief specialist. The program covers our relationships and recovery from the pain, isolation, and loneliness caused by any kind of loss. There are over 40 life events that produce grief. Come together with others for a program that will help you process your grief and move forward with hope. Come together with others for a program that will help you process your grief and move forward with hope. Attendees must provide their own copy of The Grief Recovery Handbook available from Amazon. To RSVP for this course or for questions, contact Ellen at 330-801-0463. To enter the building use the double doors of the school off the north parking lot.
Plans are underway to celebrate the legacy of St. Joseph Parish School, Cuyahoga Falls. The Saturday, October 8th event will be in the school from 12:00-4:30 p.m. and will be open to alumni, parishioners, staff, and friends of the school. Come to renew old friendships, walk the halls, and relive grade school memories while having a bite and good conversation. Confirmation of attendance is appreciated. Please visit saintjoe.org/remember or email [email protected] or call (330) 310-1985 to let us know you will be attending. If you would like to help with the event or have memories to share, email [email protected] or call Pam Data Stack, ‘71 at (330) 310-1985.
Caregivers Retreat, Saturday, October 8, 2022, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Come unburden your thoughts, feelings, and anxieties at this retreat for caregivers. Find hidden strengths and a renewed sense of service for those whom you care for, and a support system as you continue your journey with joy. It is a day of comfort and care for you! This event is $30.00 per person and includes lunch and a snack. Please join us to be refreshed and renewed. To register for this retreat call (330) 896-2315 or register online at www.loyolaretreathouse.com.
Are you looking for a rich and rewarding way to give back to the community? Make a difference today by volunteering! Here’s what volunteering means to one of our current volunteers, Sam. Sam has been a volunteer with us for over two years. Currently, he is a Wayfinding Volunteer at our Main Info Desk. When Sam was asked why he chose to volunteer after retiring, he said “I’ve always wanted to volunteer. When I retired, I had the chance to finally give back and help others; it’s very satisfying to me.” Summa Health has more than 15 different volunteer opportunities, including pastoral care, patient experience, Wayfinding, and much more! The Akron, Barberton and Wadsworth Campuses are in need of other volunteers, like Sam, who want to help people and make new friends. Whether you work full-time, are retired, or attend school, we can find an opportunity that will work with your schedule. Volunteer applications can be found at summahealth.org/volunteer, or they can be mailed to you directly if you. Questions? Contact Hayley Lockard at [email protected], or call (330) 375-7595.
Join The ITE Project (a Catholic Young Adult Community serving the Body of Christ in the Diocese of Cleveland) for an overnight retreat as we build community, share meals, deepen our faith, learn from our priests, receive the Sacraments, and more. The retreat centers on Isaiah 43:1-7 and will be held on October 8, 9:30 a.m. – October 9, 3:00 p.m. at DoubleTree by Hilton in Independence. Several ticket options are available including shared rooms, private rooms, and a daytime pass. Retreat specific details, including a schedule is available on the website. Register by September 23 at https://www.theiteproject.com/events/called. If you feel “called” to attend the retreat and sincerely need financial help, please email Brooke at [email protected].
The Catholic Cemeteries Association invites you to attend a 1-hour pre-planning seminar on Saturday, October 8, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. Learn about your Catholic burial options, including options for cremated remains. Attendees will receive a personal reference guide and a special savings certificate. We kindly ask that you RSVP to this event at Holy Cross Cemetery – 100 E. Waterloo Rd., Akron- (216) 641-7575 ext. 7 or email Bob DeJohn at [email protected].
The 4th Annual Cleveland Catholic Women’s Conference will be held Saturday, October 15 from 9 AM to 3 PM at St. Albert the Great Parish, 6667 Wallings Rd, North Royalton, OH. As the conference will be celebrated on the feast day of St. Teresa of Avila, the chosen theme is her courageous reminder to us that “God Alone Suffices.” Speakers throughout the day include Lisa Lickona, a Catholic author, professor, and mother; Sr. Elizabeth Beussink, a Franciscan Sister, TOR; and Lindsay Fullerman, director of CLE based non-profit Fit From Faith. Fr. Damian Ference, Vicar of Evangelization for the diocese, will celebrate holy Mass at 11:30 AM. The day will conclude with Q & A with Most Rev. Edward C. Malesic, J.C.L., Bishop of Cleveland. Music will be provided throughout the day by Jeff Botos and Patricia Allerton from St. Mary Catholic Church, Hudson. Click on title to be linked to registraiton.
Little Rock Scripture Study starts on WEDNESDAY, September 28TH, 6:30-8:30 P.M. in rooms 3-5 OF the Parish Life Center. The Study will run every Wednesday for ten sessions skipping Thanksgiving week. The cost of the materials is $20.00. Contact Terry or Sue Smith by email [email protected] or the parish secretary at [email protected] to register. No formal or previous Bible knowledge is required.
The next Theology on the Rocks West will be on Monday, September 12, 7:00 p.m. at LaCentre (25777 Detroit Rd., Westlake, just off I90 near Columbia and Detroit). Mary von Carlowitz, Diocesan Director of the Office for Human Life & Fr. Chris Zerucha, Pastor of St. Bernard & Chaplain of Newman Campus Ministry for the University of Akron, will present "Roe v Wade…What does it really mean to be Pro Life?" The cost is $15.00 per person which includes light appetizers & refreshments. Cash Bar is also available. Pay online or at the door. Be sure to RSVP either way. Register in advance at www.theologyontherocks.wixsite.com/west. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.