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• After today’s Sunday Divine Liturgy come to St. Mary’s Hall for lots of good food and the parish meeting. There will be a lot to discuss, so come with your ideas and solutions to move the parish forward as we mourn the loss of our dear priest, +Fr. Sid. Let’s ask the Holy Spirit to inspire each of us to take action on our personal journey of theosis that, combined with all the other parishioners, will continue to make our parish thrive and be a good Christian witness to others – all for the glory of God.
• On Monday afternoon at 2 p.m. Fr. Gregory Bramlige from Cincinnati is coming to our parish for an informal greeting. If you would like to meet Fr. Bramlige, who like Fr. Sid is known for holding healing services, come drop in around 2 on Monday.
• Wednesday is a simple holy day for the Beheading of John the Baptist. There will be a vigil Divine Liturgy on Tuesday evening at 6 p.m.
• The first Wellness class will convene in St. Mary’s Hall following the Tuesday evening liturgy. Participants will watch the DVD “Change Your Brain, Change Your Body” by Dr. Daniel Amen.
• The Sisters of St. Basil the Great are hosting the 78^th annual Pilgrimage on September 1 and 2 at Mount Saint Macrina, Uniontown, PA. This 2-day event for honoring Our Lady of Perpetual Help has the theme “Theotokos, Guide on the Journey of Life.” This ties into Bishop John’s remarks at +Fr. Sid Sidor’s funeral on Saturday, August 18, 2012. We are on the journey of life and we need Mary’s assistance to guide us on the right path to the Source of Life, her Divine Son. The list of services and programs are in St. Mary’s Hall.
• September 8 is the solemn holy day for the Nativity of the Theotokos. The following week on September 14 is the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, another solemn holy day.
• The next ancient Healing Service is scheduled for September 12.

Weekly Bulletin – August 26, 2012Read More

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• The second Ancient Healing Service in August is scheduled this Wednesday the 22^nd. +Father Sid initiated this important ministry in our parish. We can honor his memory by continuing his ministry by praying for those who are afflicted with any spiritual, mental or physical ailment! Come pray with us.
• The next holy day is August 29. It is a simple holy day for the Beheading of John the Baptist. Next week we’ll announce when the feast day will be celebrated with a Divine Liturgy.

 
Thank you
It is a great honor to have known our past priest, +Father Sidney Sidor, who, in the words of Bishop John “took another step on the journey of life” when he passed away from this earthly life on Tuesday, August 14, 2012. Eternal Memory! May we follow +Father Sid’s instructions to seek God always. Let’s ask for the guidance of the Holy Spirit to accept God’s will to take +Father Sid away from this earthly realm. God has made a better plan. +Father Sid’s job is now to be an intercessor on our behalf. Our job is to be good Christians in word, deed and thought.  +Father Sid has taught us through his celebration of the Divine Liturgy, the distribution of the sacraments, special services, the various classes, the counseling, the healing, and the stories that he shared. May we graciously follow his example to actively pray, help others and follow the path to theosis.
 
The parish family wishes the best for +Father Sid’s children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. We thank Bishop John, the priests, deacons and all others who have assisted the parish with +Father Sid’s funeral and celebration of his life. We also thank Father Michael Evanick for celebrating the Divine Liturgy with us today. May God grant all many happy and blessed years.

Weekly Bulletin – August 19, 2012Read More

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• The Dormition Fast continues through Tuesday, August 14. The traditional rule is a strict abstinence with mitigations for Saturday & Sunday and the feast of the Transfiguration. The Ruthenian Metropolia has identified this period as a penitential season (Canon 880, § 2). This fast may be observed voluntarily but it is highly recommended for your spiritual & physical wellbeing.
• August 6^th is a solemn Holy Day of the Transfiguration of Our Lord on Mount Tabor. It is our tradition to bless first fruits and vegetables on this feast.
• The first Ancient Healing Service in August is this Wednesday the 8^th. As you know we need to pray for our priest, Fr. Sidney Sidor, who initiated this important ministry in our parish. Encourage your family & friends to come participate in this powerful prayer service.
• Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Mariapoch & Teen Campout August 11^th and 12^th. We are looking for a volunteer to bring a processional cross from the parish to the hierarchical Divine Liturgy on Sunday, Aug, 12, at 3:30 p.m. The theme is “Rejoice, O steadfast foundation of faith.” See the bulletin board in St. Mary’s Hall for more information.

 
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Please remember in your daily prayers Fr. Sid who is not able to celebrate Divine Liturgy today. He is expected to be moving from St. Vincent’s Hospital to Hooverwood Indpls Jewish Home on Monday.  Also remember those in the parish, our prayer list and other friends who are in need. May God bestow His loving and healing blessings upon them.
Thank you
We express out gratitude to Archpriest Dennis Hrubiak who is celebrating Divine Liturgy with us from August 4-6 on Saturday, Sunday and the Transfiguration feast day, Monday. Fr. Hrubiak enjoyed his time with us 2 weeks ago. He is being elevated to a mitered archpriest by Bishop John next Sunday at the Shrine of Our Lady of Mariapoch in Burton, Ohio. Congratulations! May God grant him safe travels and many years!

Weekly Bulletin – August 5, 2012Read More

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• The Knights of Columbus decided to postpone their monthly brunch scheduled for today. They are encouraging everyone to visit Fr. Sid in the hospital during his recovery. You can visit him at St. Vincent’s Hospital in room 5804 or contact the rectory for his phone number.
• The Dormition Fast is from Wednesday, August 1 through Tuesday, August 14. The traditional rule is a strict abstinence with mitigations for Saturday & Sunday and the feast of the Transfiguration. The Ruthenian Metropolia has identified this period as a penitential season (Canon 880, § 2). This fast may be observed voluntarily but it is highly recommended for your spiritual & physical wellbeing.
• August 6^th is a solemn Holy Day of the Transfiguration of Our Lord on Mount Tabor. It is our tradition to bless first fruits and vegetables on this feast.
• The first Ancient Healing Service in August is scheduled for Wednesday the 8^th. Encourage your family & friends to come participate in this powerful prayer service.
• Spiritual Compassion Session for Cancer Families is a new ministry that was originally planned to start in August. Two sessions per month will be held on the First & third Wednesdays of the month. We will keep you posted on the actual start date.
• Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Mariapoch & Teen Campout August 11^th and 12^th. The theme is “Rejoice, O Steadfast Foundation of Faith.”  On Sunday afternoon, Dr.  Ray Guarendi will be speaking on “Standing Strong as a Parent”.  See the bulletin board in St. Mary’s Hall for more information.

 
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Please remember in your daily prayers Fr. Sid who is not able to celebrate Divine Liturgy today.  Also remember those in the parish, our prayer list from the healing services and other friends who are in need. May God grant His abundant graces upon them according to His will.

Weekly Bulletin – July 29, 2012Read More

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• We welcome Gabriella Louise Collier, her parents & guests to our parish as we celebrate her reception of the Sacraments of Initiation into the Byzantine Catholic Church. God grant your newly enlightened servant many happy and blessed years!
• In commemoration of St. Elijah’s feast day, Friday July 20^th, vehicles will be blessed following today’s Divine Liturgy.
• The second Ancient Healing Service this month is Wednesday, July 25^th. Encourage your family & friends to come participate in this powerful prayer service.
• Spiritual Compassion Session for Cancer Families is a new ministry that will start in August. Two sessions per month will be held on the First & third Wednesdays of the month.
• The Knights of Columbus are having their monthly brunch following Liturgy Sunday, July 29. The palette of food is expected to be Mexican fare.
• Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Mariapoch & Teen Campout August 11^th and 12^th. The theme is “Rejoice, O Steadfast Foundation of Faith.”  On Sunday afternoon, Dr.  Ray Guarendi will be speaking on “Standing Strong as a Parent”.  See the bulletin board in St. Mary’s Hall for more information.

 
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Please remember in your daily prayers Fr. Sid who is recovering from a bout with jaundice. We express out gratitude to Fr. Dennis Hrubiak who is celebrating Divine Liturgy today. Fr. Hrubiak traveled from Cleveland so we thank him for coming such a distance to be with us. May God grant him many years!
Also remember those in the parish that are sick, out of work or in need. Many God grant His abundant blessings upon them according to His will. Thank you God for all you have bestowed upon us. May we sing your praises forever.

Weekly Bulletin – July 22, 2012Read More

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• Spiritual Compassion Session for Cancer Families is a new ministry that will start in August. Two sessions per month will be held on the First & third Wednesdays of the month.
• St. Elijah’s feast day is Friday, July 20^th. St. Elijah the Holy Prophet lived an exemplary life.   It is tradition that he was in direct communication with God and knew exactly what to do on this earth.  It is through the denial of the temporal world that St. Elijah received the Spiritual Gifts from God to bring a dead boy back to life, to defeat the priests who worshipped Baal and ultimately escaped his death and torture while at the same time choosing his successor when he and his chariot were taken to heaven. Vehicles are blessed on his feast day in commemoration of this event.
• ByzanTEEN Mission Trip – The Eparchy of Parma is partnering with YouthWorks to sponsor a mission trip to Logan County, West Virginia for those ages 13-18. The trip will start on Saturday, July 28 at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Parma, OH and return there on Sunday August 5, 2012. Download application materials at www.byzcathculturalcenter.org. Serve our Lord thru serving others.
• Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Mariapoch & Teen Campout August 11^th and 12th

The theme is “Rejoice, O Steadfast Foundation of Faith.  On Sunday afternoon, Dr.  Ray Guarendi will be speaking on “Standing Strong as a Parent.  See bulletin board in Hall for more information.
 
Help Needed
We need financial help to pay for the new Air conditioner in the Hall.  The K of C has contributed $300.00.  The total bill was around $3000.00
Also, need additional donations for the food pantry.  We need items that can make a meal such as: macaroni & cheese and tuna, canned chicken with rice and mushroom soup.  Spaghetti with sauce.  Canned vegetables, fruit, pancake mix and cooking oil.

Weekly Bulletin – July 15, 2012Read More

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• The next Patristics Theology adult education class is scheduled for Tuesday, July 10^th at 7 p.m. The revealing material on the early church history last week was so hot that the air conditioning stopped working! Come and hear Fr. Sid explain how the early church fathers believed and preached in the first 800 years of Christianity. Also enjoy some light-hearted social interaction.
• The first of 2 Ancient Healing Service in July is this Wednesday, July 11^th. The scripture readings on the prayer cloths (available at the service) help you use the Word of God as a means of building up your faith. This is crucial for accepting God’s graces in curing what ails you.
• Spiritual Compassion Session for Cancer Families is a new ministry that will start in August. Two sessions per month will be held on the First & third Wednesdays of the month.
• St. Elijah’s feast day is Friday, July 20^th. St. Elijah the Holy Prophet lived an exemplary life.   It is tradition that he was in direct communication with God and knew exactly what to do on this earth.  It is through the denial of the temporal world that St. Elijah received the Spiritual Gifts from God to bring a dead boy back to life, to defeat the priests who worshipped Baal and ultimately escaped his death and torture while at the same time choosing his successor when he and his chariot were taken to heaven. Vehicles are blessed on his feast day in commemoration of this event.
• ByzanTEEN Mission Trip – The Eparchy of Parma is partnering with YouthWorks to sponsor a mission trip to Logan County, West Virginia for those ages 13-18. The trip will start on Saturday, July 28 at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Parma, OH and return there on Sunday August 5, 2012. Download application materials at www.byzcathculturalcenter.org. Serve our Lord thru serving others.

 
Help Needed
Anyone available to market our bake goods at the Binford market next Saturday, July 14? We didn’t attend the Binford market this past Saturday because the hall wasn’t usable for baking last week so we had a smaller inventory for the markets. They’ll be a lot of baking going on this week. If you want to help make fruit fillings prior to Thursday’s baking tell us when you’re available. Please call the rectory to volunteer.

Weekly Bulletin – July 8, 2012Read More

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• The Apostles Fast is in its final week and concludes on the evening of Thursday, June 28. The Typikon prescribes “strict abstinence on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, with a mitigated abstinence (Wine and Oil) on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Ruthenian Metropolia has identified this period as a penitential season (Canon 880 § 2). This fast may be observed voluntarily.”
• The Patristics Theology adult education class will reveal more eye-opening early church history this Tuesday, June 26^th at 7 p.m.
• The last Ancient Healing Service in June is this Wednesday, the 27^th. We had a powerful healing service on June 13^th. Come pray for a healing in the name of Jesus Christ.
• This Friday, June 29^th, is a holy day of obligation for the feast of Saints Peter & Paul.
• ByzanTEEN Mission Trip – The Eparchy of Parma is partnering with YouthWorks to sponsor a mission trip to Logan County, West Virginia for those ages 13-18. The trip will start on Saturday, July 28 at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Parma, OH and return there on Sunday August 5, 2012. Download application materials at www.byzcathculturalcenter.org. Serve our Lord thru serving others.

 
Fund Raising
Thanks to those who’ve helped with our fund raising efforts. Last week we had over $800 in market sales. This past Thursday we had 9 volunteers baking and wrapping rolls, pumpkin logs, pizzelles, kolachy, and biscotti, and cleaning. The last 2 people finished at 10 pm. We still needed help on Friday to finish ice cream sandwiches, cutting & wrapping pumpkin logs and cleaning trays. On Saturday mornings we had 1 person at each of the 2 markets. An additional person for a portion of the 8 am to 1 pm timeframe would certainly help. (The 9 to 11 o’clock window is always the busiest.) This is a big effort so please consider volunteering. On Saturday, July 14, we need someone to run the Binford market. A schedule will be posted in St. Mary’s hall so carve out some time in your calendar to assist this worthwhile endeavor and sign up. Remember that we are evangelizing at the same time as creating needed income for the parish so it’s a win – win situation. God bless all our volunteers and those who continue to pray for their success.

Weekly Bulletin – June 24, 2012Read More