The Bells of St. Mary

May 4, 2025 | #266

My Friends,

This week has been a time of grace as we celebrated the Easter sacraments. We congratulate our Confirmandi who

were confirmed by Abbot Gary Hoover on Monday. Our second graders received the Lord in their First Communion this past Saturday morning. We pray that they may continue to grow in their faith and love of the Lord through the grace of these sacraments.

…and Jesus said…Feed The Hungry

We will be providing dinner to the St. Elizabeth Center in Lorain on Saturday, May 17. If you can supply a pasta with meat dish, dessert, rolls or salad please call Maryann 440-822-7925 by Wednesday, May 14 and thank you!

CACLC | Refugee Resource Center

Our next Laundry Soap Collection is May 17 & 18. Your contributions are greatly appreciated.

Coming Events

Senior Luncheon

The next Senior Luncheon will be held on Monday, May 12 at 12:00 noon in the Weigand Room. The cost of the luncheon is $7.00. Please call your reservation to Rita Bowen at 323-0140 by Wed. May 7. Time

will be available for those who wish to stay and play bingo. We look forward to a great meal, sharing new ideas and hope that you will bring a friend with you.

Pre-Baptism Class

On Wednesday, May 14 from 6:30 to 8:30pm in the parents, babies, and Godparents are welcome to attend the Pre-Baptism class in the Weigand Room. To register, please call the Parish Office at 323-5539. Our next class will be August 13.

Altar & Rosary

Thursday - May 15 the St. Mary Altar & Rosary

will conclude their year with 9am Mass followed

by Installation of Officers and brunch in the

Weigand Room. Please make your reservation

by calling the Parish Office - 323-5539 by May 12.

COR

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., May 15 at 6:15 pm. If you have any questions, contact Deacon Pat 440-453-3888.

St. Mary School

Enrollment is open for the 2025-2026 School Year

Registration for the 2025-2026 school year has begun. Call the school between 8:00 am and 3:00 pm for information on how to register and how you may apply for a scholarship to help with your child’s tuition.

CYO

CYO - Be part of May sports programs for baseball and volleyball - contact Kelly or Chad at CougarAthletics@smselyria.org

Spring Flower Sale

Support St. Mary School and beautify your yards with amazing flowers and plants at the Spring Flower Sale at Schuster’s Greenhouse, 8638 Murray Ridge Rd, Elyria. Present the coupon so that 20% of your purchase will go towards St. Mary School. The fundraiser runs through May 31.

Upcoming Dates

Monday, April 28

School Resumes - MAP assessments begin
1:15 pm - Reconciliation - Grade 6

Monday, May 5

9:00 am - 1:30 pm - Kindness Club field trip to End of Year Celebration - LCCC

Wednesday, May 7

Progress Reports go home
Teacher Appreciation Luncheon
6:00 pm - Parent Club Meeting - School Cafeteria (note Wednesday not Tuesday)

Thursday, May 8

Green out! - Wear green to promote mental health awareness. Give a green light to reach out for help.

Friday, May 9

1:15 pm - May Crowning Prayer Service - All School - Grade 2 will have a special part and may dress in 1st Communion outfits or dress up clothing.

Sunday, May 11 - Happy Mother’s Day

Thursday, May 15

Tie-Dye Day - Wear your favorite tie-dye shirt - Colors represent a wide arrange of emotions
8:45 am - 10:15 am - Grade 8 House Leaders to APL to deliver donation check

Friday, May 16