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!

“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 jcampbell@ccdocle.org.

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 lindakc1126@gmail.com.

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 nicolelpam@vased.org 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 remember@saintjoe.org 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 remember@saintjoe.org 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 lockardh@summahealth.org, 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 info@TheITEProject.com.

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 bdejohn@clecem.org.

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.

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.

The Grief Recovery Method Program/Sessions will be offered at Loyola Retreat House on September 6, 13, 20 & 27. This will be four sessions on Tuesday afternoons from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Light refreshments included. You’ll need to purchase The Grief Recovery Method Handbook by Russell Friedman; any edition is acceptable. To register or for more information, please call the Loyola Retreat House at 330-896- 2315, Grief Specialists Ellen Barber at 330-801-0463 or Ann Clark at 330-612-5234. The cost for this complete grief recovery program is $100.00 to grieve any kind of loss.

Be informed! AM1260 The Rock offers a variety of programs to help you understand our changing world and important news, including landmark Supreme Court decisions like the Dobbs case. • EWTN Pro Life Weekly: Every week, a team of pro-life experts shine the light of truth on abortion, euthanasia, assisted suicide, and the culture of death. Airs Sundays at 10AM EST. • Say Yes to Life: Host Peter Range, Executive Director of Ohio Right to Life, spreads a culture of life through examining issues of life such as abortion, poverty, and euthanasia. Airs Sundays at 8:30 PM EST. • EWTN News Nightly: Tracy Sabol presents daily news from around the globe including top stories and daily reports from the White House, Capitol Hill, and Rome. Weekdays at 9 PM EST. For more information and a complete schedule of programs, visit www.am1260therock.com or call 216-227-1260.

A special 10-week closed session Grief Support Group starts Monday, September 12, 2022 and runs for 10 consecutive Mondays 6:30pm – 8:30 p.m. to support those dealing with the loss of loved ones due to suicide. This specialized support group is limited to 15 participants (at least 10) and an initial in person intake meeting is required for registration. The meetings will take place at St. Albert the Great parish, 6667 Wallings Road, North Royalton OH 44133, Hall A – Lower level of church. Please contact Terri Yohman with the Diocese Marriage & Family Ministry Office to schedule your intake meeting. 216-696-6525 ext. 2322. The cost of the group is $40. Sponsored by The Diocese of Cleveland, Office of MFM in collaboration with Cornerstone of Hope.

The Dominican Sisters of Peace invite any Christian man or woman who desires to deepen their commitment to gospel living to become a Dominican Associate. Linked to the prayers and works of the Dominican Order, Associates live their ordinary lives supported by the four pillars of prayer, study, community, and service. An information night will be held at Our Lady of the Elms Convent Meeting Room 1230 W. Market Street Akron, OH 44313, on August 24th at 7:00 p.m. For more information, email Mary.Noel@oppeace.org or (330) 836-4908.

Monday, August 8 – 7:00pm at St. Stephen’s Catholic Church, 1930 W. 54th St. (near Lorain Ave.), Cleveland. We’re taking a field trip this month! Join us for a tour of this historic church known for its hand-carved altar (and more!), statues and German ancestry. After the tour, Fr. Bede Kotlinski, OSB will explain the differences in the 3 Latin Masses and Novus Ordo (post Vatican II). The Mass Explained will answer questions we have about what the various parts of the Mass signify. Cost is $10.00 per person which includes light appetizers & refreshments. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Pay online or at the door. Be sure to RSVP either way. Register in advance at: www.theologyontherocks.wixsite.com/west (click on title).

Queen of Heaven Parish is hosting a cluster parish pilgrimage to the Sorrowful Mother Shrine in Bellevue, Ohio, on Monday, August 22, in honor of our patronal feast day of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The cost of the trip is $25.00 per person which includes transportation to the shrine (Barons Bus), Mass, lunch, time for group and private devotion, and time at the shrine gift shop. We will depart at 9:15 a.m. from the Queen of Heaven parking lot and will arrive back at the church approximately 5:30 p.m. To reserve your seat please contact Queen of Heaven Parish Office at (330) 896-2345 or office@qofh.church. Then mail or drop off your check (payable to “Queen of Heaven” and in the memo line “Shrine Trip”) to 1800 Steese Road, Uniontown, OH 44685. We will also accept credit cards at the parish office (M-F, 9:00 a.m-4:30 p.m.). We are taking reservations on a first come basis. Click on the title to print out flyer to fill out for a reservation for the pilgrimage.