March 16, 2025 | #260



My Friends,


As we enter into this Lenten season, there are many ways available to deepen our spirituality through the

Lenten disciplines of prayer, fasting and almsgiving. This Sunday evening beginning at 7pm in the church, the

students from Elyria Catholic will present the ‘Living Stations of the Cross.’ It is a very powerful meditation on Jesus’ suffering and death.

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What you need to know about our upcoming pictorial book

for both St. Mary | St. Agnes


  • All pictures will be taken at St. Agnes Catechetical Center, 611 Lake Ave.
  • Register online by going to www.ucdir.com enter the code -  oh2844 use the password photos
  • we will be taking registrations before and after Masses at both Parishes, Sat. & Sun. March 22 & 23 then again April 5 & 6. 
  • Any questions or need help contact Joyce at 440-775-1967 or st.marydisciple@gmail.com.
Schedule HERE

Coming Events

Every Friday During Lent!



Join us for lunch every Friday during lent except Good Friday. Cost is $10 for 5 Sophie Naturals, salad, applesauce, roll and beverage. Hall doors open at 11am - 1pm. Take out available by phone 440-323-5539. Don't forget our PIEROGI FAMILY TREE! Leaves are $20 each.


Interested in volunteering or donating, please contact Joyce - 440-775-1967.







Diocese-Wide


EVENING OF CONFESSION will Wednesday, March 19 in all the Churches.

Elyria Catholic High School Presents TONIGHT!


In their 28th season, the Elyria Catholic Panthers will present the Living Stations of the Cross on Sunday, March 16 at 7:00pm in Church. All are welcome.


CANA Club


St. Mary & St. Agnes married couples are very welcome to come to the CANA CLUB for Dinner and Fellowship this Wednesday, March 19 at 6pm in the Weigand Room. Please bring a dish

to share. If you have any questions, call Laurie 440-823-8473 or Pat 440-323-8634.

COR Meets This Week



The Knights of Columbus has developed a men's spirituality

group that is called COR. The purpose of COR is to transform men in their spirituality. We pray, eat a light

meal, watch a video, engage in discussion, pray again and go on our way. We meet monthly at the K of C hall - 118 Kipling St., Elyria. It is open to all men. Our next COR meeting will be Thurs., March 20 th at 6:15pm.




March Book Club



Our March Book Club book is: Every Precious and Fragile Thing by Barbara Davis. We will meet Thursday, March 27 at 7pm in the Conference Room.

Get Involved



St. Agnes Soup Suppers/Stations



St. Mary will again be participating in St. Agnes Soup Suppers and Stations of the Cross. Our date is Friday, April 4. If interested in providing a crock of soup or participating in the Stations please contact Joyce - 440-775-1967.




We need your help with our upcoming projects!


  • Lenten Pierogi Lunches and Easter Community dinner. Those interested, please contact Joyce at 440-775-1967.

St. Mary School

Enrollment is open for the 2025-2026 School Year


St. Mary School enrolls children in grades kindergarten through grade 8. We also have a preschool for three and four-year-olds. We invite anyone considering a Catholic education for their children, to come meet our teachers, tour our buildings, and learn about our challenging curriculum in a Christ-centered environment. To schedule a tour or if you have any questions, please call the school office at 440-322-2808.

Rock Your Socks

St. Mary School will participate in Rock Your Socks Day on March 21 to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. Students may participate by donating $1 or a pair of new socks. Cash donations will go to the Down Syndrome Association. The socks will go to a local shelter. Students who donate may wear their crazy socks to school on March 21.

Parent Club

Next meeting is Tuesday, April 8 at 6 pm in the school cafeteria. The parent club is planning for the end of year activities and teacher appreciation week.

CYO News

Thank you for supporting our Marco's Pizza fundraiser. The February pizza day raised $91.58. The winning homeroom for January was Mrs. Bjorn's class and Mr. LaMoreaux's class for February. Suzin L candy sale is going on. Orders with payments are due on Friday, March 21. Track and Field coach will be in touch to organize practices. Contact Kelly or Chad to coach, volunteer, or play at CougarAthletics@smselyria.org

Upcoming Dates

                


Monday, March 17 - St. Patrick’s Day

  • Students may wear green with jeans


Tuesday, March 18

  • 9:30 am - 11:00 am - Retreat Day - Grades K - 1 - Weigand Room


Wednesday, March 19

  • 3:00 pm - Academic Challenge Match at St. Jude School


Thursday, March 20 - First Day of Spring


Friday, March 21

  • 9:00 am - Mass - Grades 4-8 (Gifts Grade 4)
  • 11:45 am - 1:45 pm - Retreat Day - Grades 6-8
  • Rock Your Socks - Pay $1 or donate a new pair of socks to wear your crazy socks
  • Suzin L candy orders due


Wednesday, March 26 - CYO Marco’s Pizza Day


Friday, March 28 - End of 3rd Quarter

  • 9:00 am - Mass - PS-3  



Lenten blessings ~ Mrs. Waschek

St. Mary School

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