Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time - June 14th | | |
“Carried on eagle’s wings” God has looked out for the best interests of the people of Israel. That is the message of the passage from Exodus. With the negative example of what he “did” to the Egyptians, the voice of the Lord to Moses says that the people will be a “kingdom of priests, a holy nation.” Heady language for a people recently set free from slavery. The people of Israel were designated as a nation of royal priests who participated in the liturgical sacrifices, even though the actual offering of the sacrifice was restricted to the Aaronic priesthood.
The Jesus presented in today’s selection from Matthew’s Gospel is that of a concerned shepherd who comes to gather the lost sheep of the house of Israel. Furthermore, he commissions 12 extensions of himself to go and be about the business of proclaiming the kingdom of heaven. The ministry is not just about preaching but also about the authority to call down the dynamic activity of God in dispelling unclean spirits and curing disease. Those sent are named and they are the ones who we know as the 12 apostles.
In our semi-continuous selection of Paul’s letter to the Romans, we hear Paul admonish the community about the importance of Christ’s death for their salvation. Even before they (the community) were known, Christ died for them, and because they are one with Christ in baptism (he will discuss in chapter 6), they are reconciled to God, Christ and one another. Connected to the other two proclamations of the day, it is emphasized that the Christian community has responsibility for proclaiming in word and deed the kingdom of heaven here on earth.
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The Catholic Cemeteries Association’s next Sunday Grief Support Group will be on Sunday June 28th. In-person will meet at 3pm, virtual at 5pm. In a welcoming and supportive setting, find fellowship among others who share their experiences and understand the pain of loss. Meetings will be held on the 4th Sunday this month, at no charge to you. Please join us for an hour of listening, healing, and finding comfort with others who understand. For details, call Suzi at 216-930-4866 or visit: www.clecem.org/Events
In-Person Locations:
· All Saints, Northfield | 480 W. Highland Road
· All Souls, Chardon | 10366 Chardon Road
· Holy Cross, Akron | 100 E Waterloo Road
· Holy Cross, Brook Park | 14609 Brook Park Road
· St. Joseph, Avon | 32789 Detroit Road
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West-Side Wednesdays – Young Adult Summer Series
This summer, Theology on Tap West is taking a brief break from its regular monthly gatherings – but the mission continues! Join young adults across Cleveland’s west side for West-Side Wednesdays. Each evening begins with Mass at a different parish, followed by dinner at a local restaurant. It’s a simple way to stay connected, meet new people, and continue growing in faith throughout the summer months. All young adults are welcome.
- June 24, 5:30pm – Mass at St. Patrick (Ohio City) followed by dinner at Nano Brew
- July 29, 6:00pm – Mass at Our Lady of Angels (Kamms Corner) followed by dinner at PJ McIntyre’s
- August 26, 6:00pm – Mass at St. John Cantius (Tremont) followed by dinner at Barrio
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There was a break-in to the school in early March in the middle of the night.The perpetrators attempted to gain access to the church and when unsuccessful, attempted access through the school. The metal window guard was sawed and a window was broken. The alarm went off shortly after and the perpetrators fled. Police were called but found nothing. Last week, when starting up our AC, we had a strange error code and could not start the system. A technician on-site found the below pictured damage from the break-in. The AC system lost all coolant when the lines were cut. The repairs are going to cost over $11K. We will update when the AC is back up and running. Check FB for the latest information. | | Click the button below ⬇️ and add your cell number. We will ONLY send important event updates or cancellations due to weather or emergencies. Thank you! | | |
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As Christian stewards, we are called to help make our Church a strong community of faith and a beacon of service to others. This includes supporting the financial needs of today while ensuring a stable foundation for the future. One way to contribute is through your IRA. If you are 70 ½ or older, you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) of up to $108,000 directly from your IRA to your parish. This gift will not be taxable income and can satisfy your required minimum distribution (RMD). Looking ahead, you might also consider naming our parish as a beneficiary of your IRA. Click here for more details, consult your financial advisor or contact Mary Lou Ozimek at 216-696-6525 x4070.
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