The Bells of St. Mary

October 12, 2025 | #289

My Friends,

In this month of October, we are focusing on the importance of stewardship as central to our life of faith. If we are true disciples of our Lord, it will be reflected in the way we use our time, talent and treasure. Both St. Agnes and St. Mary have compiled directories of their parish ministries and activities. Between the two parishes we can be proud of the wide range of services that we offer. It is a good time to consider how you might offer your gifts of time and talent to benefit the work of the Kingdom in the coming year. Read more...

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FEED THE HUNGRY

It's hard to believe that October marks our 20th year of providing a meal to the Men's shelter in Lorain. It started as the St. Joseph Overnight Shelter then changed to the St. Elizabeth Center. Our next date to provide a meal is Saturday, October 18.

If you can supply a pasta with meat dish, dessert, rolls or salad, please call Maryann 440-822-7925 by Wednesday, October 15 and thank you for your continued support of this outreach program!

CACLC Refugee Resource Center

Our next Laundry Soap Collection is on October 18 & 19. Thank you in advance.

Kindness Kits

The Social Concerns Commission wants to thank St. Mary parishioners for the generosity in helping build the Kindness Kits. They are available, for free, in the Weigand Room after Masses. We encourage you to take 2-3 bags with you to place in your car so when a neighbor asking for help approaches you, you can ask their name and hand them a kit. The "Good Samaritan" did not pass the person in need, he interacted and cared. We hope the Kindness Kits will be the catalyst for us to do the same.

Coming Events

Senior Luncheon

Monday, October 13 is the next Senior Luncheon. We look forward to a great meal, good fellowship, and game of BINGO for those who wish to stay. Bring a friend and enjoy the fun.

Cana Club

We welcome married couples to our monthly gathering - sharing dinner & fellowship. Join us in the Weigand Room on Wednesday, October 15 at 6pm. Please bring a dish to share! Call Laurie 440-823-8473 or Pat 440-323-8634 if you have any questions. Hope you can come.

Altar & Rosary/Holy Name

Spaghetti Dinner

The Altar & Rosary Society will meet this Thursday, October 16 in the Lower Church at 11am for the Rosary & Benediction followed by coffee/pastries and a short business meeting in the Conference Room. All ladies of the parish are welcome!

Family Eucharistic Adoration

Offer your voices in praise to the Lord with a little help from St. Mary's Spirit Gang. Third Saturday of the Month from 12pm -1 pm, starting October 18. Join us in Adoration - ALL ARE WELCOME.

Altar & Rosary/Holy Name

Spaghetti Dinner

Sunday, October 19 at St. Agnes Parish, 611 Lake Avenue, Elyria from 11AM – 1PM or when sold out. $10.00 dinner includes spaghetti with meat sauce, meatballs, bread, salad, drink, and dessert. For pre-sale tickets, call the parish office at 440-322-5622 or mail office@saintagneselyria.net.

St. Mary School

Mission Statement

Inspired by the lives of Jesus and his mother, Mary, St. Mary School guides students to be resilient, self-motivated learners, who are ready to respond to God’s call.

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Parent Club

The next meeting is Tuesday, October 14, at 6:00 pm in the school cafeteria and virtually.

No School - Mark Your Calendars

No school for students on Friday, October 24 for teacher professional development.

Upcoming Dates

Tuesday, October 14 - 6:00 pm - Parent Club Meeting - cafeteria

Friday, October 17 - 9:00 am - All school Mass

Saturday, October 18 - 12:30 pm - 3:15 pm - Parent Club Afternoon at Matus Winery - RSVP by October 9

Monday, October 20 - 6:30 pm - Bible Service for 6th Graders and Families with reception - Church & Weigand Room

Friday, October 24 - Diocesan Professional Development - No School for Students

Saturday & Sunday, October 25 & 26 - Celebrating Priesthood Sunday

Monday, October 27 - 6:30 pm - 1st Reconciliation Parent Meeting - Weigand Room

Thursday, October 30 - Grade 8 visits Elyria Catholic for the day

Friday, October 31 - End of Quarter 1

Students may wear shirts with Halloween colors or designs (school appropriate) with blue jeans
9:00 am - All School Mass
10:00 -10:30 - House Halloween Celebrations

We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.

Hebrews 6:19