“The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed...
then his enemy came and sowed weeds all through the wheat.”
In all of our gardens there is a battle going on between the weeds and our flowers. We can barely keep up. In this time of pandemic it feels the evil weeds are that virus that has invaded our lives. We are being choked by its presence and its claim on so much of our plans and activities. It has robbed us of some of our future.
The challenge is not to allow the evil to infect our attitude. It may alter our plans but it need not destroy our spirit.
Do not let this time make you cynical about God’s presence or desire to heal and be with you. Do not let it turn you away from doing well for others. Do not let it stop you from seeing the good in others. Do not surrender your joy of the blessings you have. Weeds will always infect our garden but they must never corrupt our hearts! The weeds continue to grow around us but God has planted us in good soil. Do not let evil obscure your goodness.
God’s power is like the mustard seed that grows larger than any other bush or like the yeast that increased the dough beyond imagination. God’s power is greater than any evil. God’s strength is enough!
This Week’s News
We have a new Bishop!
Bishop Edward C. Malesic of the Greensburg diocese will be installed as Bishop of Cleveland on Sept. 14th. We look forward to getting to know
Bishop Edward as he begins in ministry in our diocese.
Mark your Calendars
Because of restrictions due to the virus we will have a “Drive By Social” on Saturday, August 15
th
from 1pm to 3pm. Drive to the church and receive ice cream and popcorn for all as well as coloring pages and balloons
for children…and gifts for adults! We will send an email with details.
We’d love to see you…
A new parish Directory
Did you get your new 2020 Parish Directory and Guide Book? If not, email or call the office at 440-835-2300.
Big thanks
We are so grateful for all who continue to financially support St. Lads during these difficult times. Many drop off their contributions in our Parish mailbox outside the office or mail it in. We cannot continue without your generosity!
Blessings to you and your family this weekend and every day,
Father Don
