St. Sebastian Parish August 22, 2021

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476 Mull Avenue, Akron, Ohio 44320 Email: church@stsebastian.org Website: www.stsebastian.org To reach Parish Council email: parishcouncil@stsebastian.org Main Office……………………………………………………….330-836-2233 Parish School Office………………………………………………330-836-9107 Center for Early Learning………………………………………...330-836-9107 Parish School of Religion………………………………………...330-836-2233 Academy of Culture & Arts……………………………………….330-867-5347 Julie Billiart School at St. Sebastian……………………………...234-206-0941 EMERGENCY LINE…………………………………………….330-836-2233 For a priest at night and only in the event of urgent sickness or imminent death

Reverend John A. Valencheck…………………………………………...Pastor Reverend Peter A. Morris…..…………………………………...Parochial Vicar Reverend Bede Kotlinski OSB……………………………..Weekend Associate Reverend Justin D. Dyrwal OSB…………………………...Weekend Associate Reverend Paschal Petcavage OSB………………………….Weekend Associate

Milissa Smith…………………………………………..Parish Business Manager Lynn Frey-Steward, CAGO, MM………...Director of Music/Choirmaster/Organist Cathy Sivec………………………………………………...Rectory Office Manager Jennifer Jones…………………………………………..Rectory Office Assistant Michelle Huber...…………………….Director of Marketing & Public Relations Kathy Holaday………………………………………..Director of Development Michael Zimmerman…………………………………………Facilities Manager

Anthony Rohr …………………………………………………..School Principal Keith Johnson………………………………………..Parish Catechetical Leader Cinnamon Chivers………………………………………………..PSR Principal Scott Mason.………………………..Director of the Academy of Culture & Arts Jason Wojnicz……………………………………...Julie Billiart School Principal Legion of Mary 330-485-3731 Tuesday, 7:00 to 7:30pm, Friday, 4:00 to 5:00pm, Saturday, 9:30 to 10:00am and by appointment Tuesdays, 8:30am-8:00pm, closing with Benediction at 7:40pm

New parishioners are most welcome to stop by the rectory office or visit the parish website to register.

Rectory office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm, Saturday 8:30am-4:30pm and Sunday 8:30am-1:00pm. Requests must be submitted by 8:00am on Saturday morning. Requests for full page inserts must be submitted 2 weeks in advance using Microsoft Word or Publisher software. Drop off at the Rectory, fax to 330-836-2235 or email to jonesj@stsebastian.org.

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CLERGY ADMINISTRATION EDUCATION Prayer Line Sacrament of Reconciliation Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Registration Office Hours Bulletin Deadline

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Greetings, This Tuesday we begin our 92nd school year at St. Sebastian Parish School! Welcome back students, faculty and staff. During the long summer the school has been painted, updated, improved and scrubbed. She will look as different to you as our students look different to her after three months of growth, larger school clothes to match and first day of school haircuts. The school to which are students are returning, ranked last year as one of the highest in the eight counties of our diocese in both growth and achievement! We received notice just this week that St. Sebastian Parish School finished in the top three in the Akron Beacon Journal’s “Best of the Best” in the category of private schools. Our new entrance is finished, making the school not only easier to navigate for first time visitors but also much safer. Some new exterior lighting should be finished in time for the first day of school and the grounds crew have done a magnificent job of making our campus a beautiful place for children to learn. There will be, of course, some difficult waters to navigate as we wait to see what COVID has ready for us as we all head indoors. St. Sebastian is well prepared for any eventuality, as I think was proven last year. Also, I wish blessings on those who attend others schools and on our students returning to college. Be safe, do well and make your patron St. Sebastian proud! IN OTHER NEWS: CHANGE IN THE MASS SCHEDULE: Thursday daily Mass is moving to 8:00am this week! The reason the Thursday Mass was at 8:15 was that this is the Mass that the school attended. About ten years ago I decided to keep it at 8:15 year-round to avoid confusion when it changed back and forth. Because of COVID and crowding, the school Mass was moved to later in the morning. Since there is no longer a need to have Mass at 8:15, it will be permanently moved, year-round, to 8:00am beginning this week. GOLFER’S MASS: There are only a couple of weeks left for the 7:00am Sunday Summer Mass. This Mass time comes to an end Labor Day weekend. DIOCESAN SCHOOL PLAN UPDATE: As you might recall, I serve on the diocese’s Think Tank for the future of Catholic schools. We have been meeting and working diligently over the summer with the hope of submitting a plan in October. It is a huge undertaking trying to reinvent how we do “school” when it hasn’t really changed that much since the founding of the diocese! Please pray for the endeavor to make our schools better and more affordable! God bless, Fr. Valencheck

From The Pastor

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All the sick of the parish: Annette Bailey, Karen Brugmann, Megan Brugmann, Jill Buffa, Regina

Buhalak, Dan Canale, Christopher Casey, Emilio Cheuy, Rita Cummings, Anthony D’Attoma, Vince DelMedico, Marjorie DeLuca, Rita Buhalak Gossford, Robert Hickey, Phil Hochstetler, John and Terry Hogan, Rich Huber, Ann Hubiak, Carolyn Jeske, Janet Kendrick, Jean Labate, Myrna Marple, Don Matis, Betty O’Hara, Keith Pecek, Robert Rader, Mary Ricks, Nancy Ropchock, Aaron Salisbury, Ann Sandvick, Michael Schnetzer, John Schultz, Cory Schulz and Steve Watral.

MASS INTENTION Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time, August 21-22 Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b/Ps 34:2-3, 16-17, 18-19, 20- 21, 22-23 [9a]/Eph 5:21-32 or 5:2a, 25-32/ Jn 6:60-69 4:30pm Judy Huber - Fr. Morris 7:00am Jim Meadows - Fr. Valencheck 9:00am The People of St. Sebastian - Fr. Valencheck 11:00am Thomas Francis Walsh Jr. - Fr. Morris 1:00pm Extraordinary Form—Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost Michael Jarboe - Fr. Bede Monday, August 23, St. Rose of Lima, Virgin 1 Thes 1:1-5, 8b-10/Ps 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a and 9b [cf. 4a]/Mt 23:13-22 8:00am For the Intentions of Oona McKeegan - Fr. Morris Tuesday, August 24, St. Bartholomew, Apostle Rv 21:9b-14/Ps 145:10-11, 12-13, 17-18 [12]/ Jn 1:45-51 8:00am Richard A. Keeney - Fr. Valencheck Wednesday, August 25 St. Louis; St. Joseph Calasanz, Priest 1 Thes 2:9-13/Ps 139:7-8, 9-10, 11-12ab [1]/ Mt 23:27-32 8:00am For the Intentions of Joe Bongiovanni - Fr. Morris Thursday, August 26 1 Thes 3:7-13/Ps 90:3-5a, 12-13, 14 and 17 [14]/ Mt 24:42-51 8:00am John McFadden - Fr. Morris Friday, August 27, St. Monica 1 Thes 4:1-8/Ps 97:1 and 2b, 5-6, 10, 11-12 [12a]/ Mt 25:1-13 8:00am Patricia Stiller - Fr. Valencheck Saturday, August 28, St. Augustine, Bishop & Doctor of the Church 1 Thes 4:9-11/Ps 98:1, 7-8, 9 [9]/Mt 25:14-30 8:00am Don Snyder - Fr. Valencheck 4:30pm Gertrude Ransweiler (Birthday) - Fr. Morris Sunday, August 29, Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:00am Jim Meadows - Fr. Valencheck 9:00am For the Intentions of Clayton Hollo - Fr. Morris 11:00am The People of St. Sebastian - Fr. Valencheck 1:00pm Extraordinary Form—Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost For the Special Intention of Robert A. Setele - Fr. Paschal

WEEKLY CALENDAR Monday, August 23 8:40am LOM. Our Lady of Humility Library Tuesday, August 24 8:40am-8:00pm Adoration Church 7:00pm Confession Church 8:00pm Gregorian Schola Rehearsal Church 8:00pm The Forge - Teen Byrider 2 8:00pm The Forge Byrider 3 Wednesday, August 25 7:00pm K of C Officers Meeting Forest Lodge 7:30pm Overeaters Anonymous Byrider 2 Thursday, August 26 6:00pm Knights of the Altar Practice Church 7:00pm St. Vincent de Paul Byrider 2 7:00pm Legion of Mary Church Mtg. Rm. 7:30pm Boy Scout Troop #96 Byrider 1 & 3 Friday, August 27 4:00-5:00pm Confession Church 6:00pm Knights of the Altar Practice Church 7:30pm Alcoholics Anonymous Mtg. Church Mtg. Rm. Saturday, August 28 8:30am Discerning Women’s Group Library 8:30am LOM, Virgin Most Powerful Church Mtg. Rm. 9:30-10:00am Confession Church 11:00am Knights of the Altar Practice Church 7:00pm Alcoholics Anonymous Mtg. Church Mtg. Rm. Sunday, August 29 12:15pm Gregorian Schola Rehearsal Church Mtg. Rm.

Have a Blessed Week!

Let us pray for those recently deceased especially: Patrick Sullivan.

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Band of Brothers All young men of high school age are invited to join Fr. Valencheck for discussion at the rectory on topics of faith. Band of Brothers will meet Sunday, August 22, from 5:30-7:00pm.

Seeking New Choir Members The parish choir is looking for individuals who would like to be a part of a choral group that sings all genres of music. No audition required. Contact Lynn at 330-836-2233 ext. 104 or freyl@stsebastian.org. Enlist in Mary's Army Find out what the Legion of Mary is all about. Our Lady of Humility praesidium invites you to join us on Saturday, August 28, after 8:00am Mass in the meeting room in the St. Sebastian church basement. Coffee and donuts will be served. For questions or more information call 330-826-1030. Donut Sunday Coordinator Needed We are in need of someone to coordinate Donut Sunday. You would only be in charge of scheduling the hosting groups and stocking the supplies. You do not need to be available for Donut Sundays; the groups who host take care of everything that happens that day. Please call the rectory office to volunteer. Educational Aide Needed St. Sebastian Parish School is seeking a part-time educational aide for the preschool for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year. Applicants must have an excellent work ethic and be reliable. Candidates should be kind, energetic and able to collaborate with the lead teacher and other aides. Additional hours may be available if willing to work the After Care program 2:30-6:00pm. Appropriate State of Ohio credentials, background screening and VIRTUS training required. If interested please send an email to mcgeed@stsebastian.org with a cover letter, resume and three references. Discerning VocationsCalling all women discerning consecrated and religious life vocations. Our next small group gathering will be on Saturday, August 28, at 8:45am. We will be meeting in the church library (up the steps in the narthex on Mary’s side). Come meet and support your sisters in Christ who are also searching for their vocations. Please contact Hallie Wolff with any questions at Hallie.wolff@gmail.com.

West Side Catholic Couples Fall Brunch Consider participating in a small group book study with other couples from St. Sebastian and neighboring parishes, in West Side Catholic Couples. Every month we have a lively meeting to discuss a chapter from a book, to pray together and to encourage each other in our common challenges as Catholic couples. If you have a need for some serious discussion, some lighthearted conversation and lots of laughs with people who share a common commitment to the Church, then you will find yourself most welcome among us. WSCC will begin its 11th year in October. We are having our annual Fall Brunch on Sunday, September 19, after the St. Sebastian 9:00am Mass at Jeff & Cynthia Sheeks house located at 1498 Jefferson Ave., 44313 and you are invited. Anyone interested in participating, (or even just curious), in this challenging and yet enjoyable book study is welcome to join us. This year we will be studying “Rescued: the Unexpected and Extraordinary News of the Gospel” by Fr. John Riccardo, a tremendous book for anyone wishing to pursue Christ and his Gospel wholeheartedly. Any questions or details contact Dave and Kathleen Myers at 330-603-8236 or kapmyers@hotmail.com. Lighthouse CD’s The Lighthouse CD rack is once again located in the main church lobby. Stop by and browse for great titles to encourage you in faith or to give away to others. Please note: we frequently change the titles on the rack and some of them are available for free on FORMED. Check FORMED before purchasing from the rack.

Musical Arts Corner Scott Montgomery on the organ for the

Lynn Frey-Steward Organ Scholarship Concert November 5, at 7:00pm at St. Sebastian Church.

Financial Update Financial information for the weekend of August 14th & 15th will be in next weekends bulletin. Thank you for your continued commitment to St. Sebastian Parish.

We pray for your continued generous support of God’s work here at St. Sebastian.

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Catechetical Corner Question: Why, at the opening of the Gospel reading, do we bless ourselves on the forehead, lips, and chest? The making of the sign of the cross on our forehead, lips, and heart comprises a prayer. The sense is to pray, “God be in my mind, on my lips, and in my heart,” or another way of saying it would be to pray, “May the Gospel be in my mind, on my lips, and in my heart.” It is to prepare us, not only to hear the Gospel, but to receive it in our minds and hearts in order to proclaim it with our lips.

Have a question you would like to see addressed in the Catechetical Corner? Send to Keith Johnson at johnsonk@stsebastian.org.

--Keith Johnson, Parish Catechetical Leader

Youth Ministry News High School Youth Night returns on Tuesday, September 7. Watch for more details. Jr. High Youth Night will return Saturday, September 18, at 7:00pm. Watch for more details. For more information about youth ministry contact Keith Johnson at johnsonk@stsebastian.org or call 330-836-2233 ext. 134.

PSR Registration PSR helps to form children and adolescents who do not attend Catholic school, by instructing them in Christian doctrine and spirituality so that they might become knowledgeable and faithful disciples of

Christ. Classes are open to children from 4 years of age to 8th grade and take place in the Parish School building on Sundays from 9:15am–10:30am. Registration is currently open for the 2021-22 school year. You can download a registration form from our website or stop by the rectory to pick one up. Classes begin September 12.

PSR Teachers Needed We are in need of some more PSR teachers. Please prayerfully consider making an investment in the spiritual lives of our children and their families by helping out in this vital ministry. No special training is required. We provide everything you need. If you’re interested, please contact our PSR Principal, Cinnamon Chivers at psr@stsebastian.org. On the Lighter Side The Kindergartener A Kindergarten teacher was observing her classroom as the children drew pictures. The teacher would occasionally walk around and see each child’s artwork. As she approached one little girl who was working especially hard, she asked what the drawing was. The little girl told her: “I’m drawing God!” “But sweetie,” the teacher replied, “no one actually knows what God looks like.” Automatically, the little girl continued drawing and said, “well, they certainly will in a minute!”

Welcome Back Students – We are excited to welcome back students for an exciting new year. The first day of classes for grades 1-8 will be Tuesday, August 24th. Students in kindergarten and attending the Center for Early Learning will begin their orientation on August 24th. Welcome Back Open House – Just a reminder that our open house to kick-off the new school year will be Sunday, August 22nd from 11:00am – 1:00pm. All our teachers will be in their classrooms ready to greet you and several organizations will be set-up in Zwisler Hall to discuss their programs for the new school year. New Family Picnic – How wonderful to welcome so many new school families at our picnic last week. It was great to meet you and answer some of your questions. Thank you to our school’s Welcoming Committee for not only hosting such a fun event, but for reaching out to so many of our families over the summer and welcoming them to our school community.

Confirmation There will be an information meeting for those planning to receive Confirmation in the spring on Monday, August 30, at 7:00pm in the church. Incoming 8th grade students who are planning to be confirmed must attend with a parent or their sponsor. Contact Keith Johnson at johnsonk@stsebastian.org or 330-836-2233, ext. 134 with any questions or to find out more information.

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Adoration for Vocation Campaign Vocations are everyone’s business

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Sharing Secrets The Legion of Mary Our Lady of Humility shares from The Secret of the Rosary by St. Louis Marie de Montfort. The saint writes of 50 “Roses” or secrets of the most Holy Rosary. Twenty-First Rose: The Fifteen Mysteries A mystery is a sacred thing which is difficult to understand. The works of Jesus and Mary can also be called wonderful flowers; but their perfume and beauty can only be appreciated by those who study them carefully – and who open them and drink in their scent by diligent and sincere meditation. Saint Dominic has divided up the lives of Our Lord and Our Lady into fifteen mysteries which stand for their virtues and their most important actions. They are fifteen shining mirrors which help us to know Jesus and Mary and to know ourselves as well. They will also help light the fire of their love in our hearts. Our Lady taught Saint Dominic this excellent method of praying and ordered him to preach it far and wide so as to reawaken the fervor of Christians and to revive in their hearts a love for Our Blessed Lord. The first part of the Rosary is The Joyful Mysteries because of the joy which they gave to the whole universe. The second part of the Rosary is the Sorrowful Mysteries because they show us Our Lord weighed down with sadness, covered with wounds, laden with insults, suffering and torments. The third part is the Glorious Mysteries because when we say them, we meditate on Jesus and Mary in their triumph and glory. These are the fifteen fragrant flowers of the Mystical Rose Tree; devout souls fly to them like wise bees, so as to gather their nectar and make the honey of a solid devotion.

Adult Faith Formation Coming in the fall: The Domestic Church! At Baptism we vowed to raise our children in the faith and to become their primary educators for their religious formation. But many of us are unsure of what that means. Join us for this 6 week foray to explore this idea of the Domestic Church. These sessions are perfect for those planning to get married, or for those newly married or with young children. But it can be beneficial to anyone in any setting. Sessions will be on Wednesday evenings from 7:00-8:30 from September 22 through October 27. For more information contact Keith Johnson at johnsonk@stsebastian.org or 330-836-2233 ext. 134.

RCIA 2021-2022 “Go therefore, and make disciples of all nations” In Mathew’s Gospel, Jesus tells His disciples that He will be with them as they teach others as they have

been taught. As we share our faith with others, we share more than knowledge: we share our relationship with God. As such, our faith is the greatest gift that we can share with others. The RCIA [Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults] has begun planning for this year. If you know someone who is thinking about becoming Catholic or is looking for more information, please invite them to contact Fr. Peter Morris either by calling the office 330-836-2233 or by email at morrisp@stsebastian.org.

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Extraordinary Form Mass Weekly Readings

Monday: 1 Corinthians 4: 9-14 & Luke 12: 32-34

Tuesday: 1 Corinthians 12: 27-31 & Luke 6: 12-19

Wednesday Wisdom 10: 10-14 & Luke 19: 12-26

Thursday: 1 Peter 5: 1-4; 10-11 & Matthew 16: 13-19

Friday: Wisdom 10: 10-14 & Matthew 18: 1-5

Saturday: 2 Timothy 4: 1-8 & Matthew 5: 13-19

Sunday: Galatians 5: 16-24 & Matthew 6: 24-32

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Jean Flory Abby Hollar & children Aiden & Noah Jason & Vanessa Komlosy & children

Madison, Jackson & Graceson Michael & Emily McManus & children Hannah, Nathan, David, Bridget & Jack

Joshua & Kimberly Skerl & children Oliver & Isaac John & Patricia Sperhac

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Loyola Retreat House Events Becoming Spiritual Companions This retreat will teach you to empower yourself and others spiritually as they remember and awaken their own God-like and God-given qualities. Saturday, September 18, 9:00am-12:00pm, breakfast included. $20.00. Praying Together: Prayer for Married Couples Pope Francis explains that marital love is a powerful love that is “infused by the Holy Spirit,” and a “reflection of the unbroken covenant between Christ and humanity.” Come explore ways to pray together and grow in love. Thursday, September 30, 6:00pm-8:00pm, dinner included. $25 per couple. Imitating Mary’s 10 Amazing Virtues – A Weekly Series A virtue is an attitude or way of life that will help us grow in holiness. When we live a virtuous life, we receive inner joy, strength and peace from the Holy Spirit, Mary’s Sweet Spouse. Come and see if by living each of these ten amazing virtues, you will change your relationship with God. This retreat is 3 consecutive Thursdays. October 14, October 21, October 28; 6:00pm-8:00pm. $45 for all three nights; includes a light dinner. Grief Support Evening Join us for an evening of conversation, prayer, support and sharing for all who are grieving. Tuesday, November 16, 6:00pm-8:00pm, light supper included. Free event. For more information or to register for any of these events, please call 330-896-2315 or visit our website at www.loyolaretreathouse.com. Amplify Faith Ss. Cosmas and Damian Parish has teamed up with the city of Twinsburg to put together a Christian family music festival called Amplify Faith. It will be held on Saturday, August 28, at the amphitheater in Twinsburg located at 10260 Ravenna Rd. This festival features four bands, John Trabbic, Mercy Divine, The PJ Chavez Band, and Taylor Tripodi. There will also be free activities geared for kids including a balloon artist and a glitter tattoo artist. There will be food trucks and vendors there as well. Tickets can be purchased online, adults $15.00, kids 18 and under get in free. For more information go to our website https://sscosmas-damian.org/amplityfaith/.

Help Wanted Francesca Residence/Leonora Hall, located at 39 North Portage Path, is looking to hire a part-time cook, a part-time dishwasher and a part-time housekeeper. The cook would be responsible for preparing weekend and holiday meals for 20-25 people. The dishwasher’s duties include bussing and cleaning tables after lunch and dinner and cleaning the dining room. The housekeeper is tasked with cleaning the common areas of Francesca Residence and Leonora Hall. Please call Sr. Matin Green at 330-730-5743 for more details. Cleveland Retrouvaille Weekend September 10-12 This is a Lifeline for Troubled Marriages Has your marriage become unloving or uncaring – your relationship cold, distant – thinking about a separation or divorce? Are you already separated/divorced but both of you want to try again? Then the Retrouvaille program may help. RETROUVAILLE, which means rediscovery, is supported by the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland, but it is open to couples of all faiths. This program consists of a weekend experience for couples and six follow up sessions. A registration fee of $150 is required to confirm your reservation. For more information concerning the program or to register, please call Marce or Liz Gliha at 440-357-6580 or 1-800-470-2230, or go online to www.helpourmarriage.org. Looking For New Members The Christ Child Society of Akron (CCSA) has been serving children and families in the area community for over 60 years. We are a group of 300 women of all ages whose mission is to empower children and their families through loving, compassionate and hands-on service in support of basic human needs. Our service projects include a clothing center to provide new uniforms and other clothing for area children in need. We provide health and literacy services for area children. CCSA also provides extra supplies and clothing to new babies in need through our layette program. Many of your fellow parishioners are already members. We would love to have you join us! Applications are available through https://tinyurl.com/w6nz66fj or by contacting Lori Phillips, 330-608-1920. For more information on the Christ Child Society of Akron please go to our website: christchildsocietyakron.org.

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Volunteer Opportunity Make a Difference for a Child St. Mary School Akron provides a quality education for a diverse student population mostly from families below the poverty level. Students face many challenges and need assistance with homework and basic skills. The St. Mary Enrichment Center needs adults, and college and high school students for After School Tutoring on Thursday afternoons from 3:15 to 4:15pm. Tutor Orientation will be September 9, at 3:30pm and Tutoring begins September 16. Please volunteer: email, phone or text Deb Sesek at debsesek@gmail.com or 234-206-1069.

Holy Cross Cemetery Pre-Planning Seminar The Catholic Cemeteries Association invites you to attend a 1-hour pre-planning seminar on Saturday, September 11, at 1:00pm. Learn about your Catholic burial options, including options for cremated remains. Attendees will receive a personal reference guide and a 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 at Holy Cross Cemetery – 100 E. Waterloo Rd., Akron- 216/641-7575 ext. 7.

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"If today, you hear God’s voice, harden not your heart." (Hebrew 3:15) Have you ever wondered whether

God is calling you to become a Sister or do you want to know more about consecrated life? The Dominican Sisters of Peace are offering a free weekend Come and See Discernment retreat, September 10-12, in Akron, Ohio for single Catholic women ages 18-45. You can join us in person or on-line. For more information, contact Sr. June Fitzgerald, OP at 570-336-3991 by phone or text or email june.fitzgerald@oppeace.org.

Walsh Jesuit Fall Retreat Begins Soon St. Ignatius’ Spiritual Exercises have had an impact on the prayer life of Christians, Catholic and non-Catholic, around the world for 500 years. Centered on Jesus, the

Exercises are a means to deepen our personal relationship with Him and to discover a way to find God in our daily lives, indeed, as Ignatius says, to find God in all things. The Spirituality Program for Adults (SPA) is an adaptation of these Spiritual Exercises for people who live busy lives. It is a spiritual retreat over eight weeks (nine sessions) which demands only ½ hour a day at home, along with one session at Walsh Jesuit per week, from 7:00 to 9:30pm. There is no charge for this retreat. It is open to people of all faith backgrounds. Come and bring a friend. The nine sessions this semester will be held in Walsh Jesuit High School’s chapel on Tuesdays, beginning September 21 and ending on November 16. Deadline for registration is midnight, Friday, September 17th. For more information, please contact Jaci Yoder at 330-338-4549 ext. 264 or by email at yoderj@walshjesuit.org. You may also contact Fr. Don Petkash, S.J., at 330-338-4549 ext. 149 or by email at petkashd@walshjesuit.org. Catholic Women’s Conference

All women are invited to the third annual Cleveland Catholic Women’s Conference, Saturday, October 9, at the Hilton Garden Inn and Conference Center in Mayfield, Ohio. Hear from our speakers including Sarah Swafford,

Mother Jeanette of the Mercedarian Sisters of Cleveland, Maggie Craig, and musicians Kira and Jeff Andrea as they invite us to trust in God’s will for our lives and His Divine Mercy. The day will also include Mass with Bishop Malesic, and opportunities for prayer, confession, Eucharistic adoration and forming friendships with other women of faith. Visit www.clecatholicwomen.org to register or for more information. This year’s conference has limited attendance, so register early. Cost is $45.00 per person ($25.00) for students, free for religious.)

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Celebrating Six Generations ofDedicated Service to the City of Akron

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Our team helped 85 families in 2020 make their move!

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