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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.

 
Prayer List
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

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• Stay after today’s Divine Liturgy for brunch sponsored by the parish’s Knights of Columbus James O’Brian Council 13850. You’ll find pancakes, eggs, hash browns, pirohi with sautéed onions and sour cream, kielbasa with sauerkraut, coffee, milk, and dessert. Spend the early part of your Father’s Day afternoon with us.
• The Apostles Fast continues this 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 resumes this Tuesday, June 19^th at 7 p.m.
• The next Ancient Healing Service is Wednesday, June 27^th. We had a powerful healing service on June 13^th. Many visitors joined us. Put this important service on your calendar.
• 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.

 
Congratulations
Eight years ago this upcoming Tuesday, Sidney Sidor was ordained to the priesthood by our current Bishop John Kudrick of the Eparchy of Parma. God grant our pastor, Rev. Fr. Sidney Sidor, many blessed years!
To all fathers we express our gratitude for the positive influence they’ve had on our lives. We pray for all those living dads who continue to instill in us Christian values.  To those deceased fathers we pray for the repose of their souls and ask God grant them mercy and place them in the place of comfort. Eternal memory!

Weekly Bulletin – June 17, 2012Read More

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• The Apostles Fast begins this evening 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 resumes Tuesday nights 6:30-8:30 starting June 12^th.
• The next Ancient Healing Service is 2 weeks away, June 13^th. Notify your friends, co-workers, etc.
• 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.

 
Kudos
Father Sid extends his gratitude to those who routinely assist the parish with volunteer help. For instance, those who clean up after church socials, flowers, bakers/wrappers, market sellers, landscaping, food pantry donors, maintenance, workday attendees, etc. Although this list certainly is not complete be sure that your help, regardless of its perceived importance or high/low profile, is greatly appreciated. God grant all our volunteers (parishioners and no-parishioners) peace, health and happiness for many years!
 
From the Chancery Offices
–         The 2011/2012 Stewardship Campaign is drawing to a close. All pledges and final payments are due by June 20, 2012. For further information, please contact Fran Makuh at 216-741-8773, ext. 221.
–         The Office of Youth Protection’s Victim Assistance Coordinator, Dr. Sharon DiLauro Petrus can be reached at 216-741-8773, ext 346.
–         For information regarding the girls’ Life in Christ or boys’ Alive in Christ weekends, please contact Fr. Dennis Hrubiak at 216-741-8773, ext. 232.

Weekly Bulletin – June 3, 2012Read More

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• Memorial Day falls on Pentecost Monday this year. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at 9 am on Monday, May 28th. Since most everyone will have the day off for the national holiday we ask that you start your day by praising God at our church next Monday.
• The Patristics Theology adult education class resumes Tuesday nights 6:30-8:30 starting June 12^th.
• 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.

 
Other Collections
Bishop John Kudrick has directed that a special collection for Catholic Home Missions be taken during all May Liturgies. The appeal funds a wide range of pastoral services. This is the final Sunday.
 
The rectory heating system is in need of repair before the fall season. We need your help through prayers, donations, and fund raising labor to have the work done in the summer months. We can use your help with baking and marketing. Don’t be shy. We have mentors who will help you learn these skills. Thank you.
 
2011/2012 Stewardship Appeal
Thanks to those who pledged to this year’s appeal. We’ve collected $1,403 of the $1,598 pledged. The 2011/2012 Stewardship Appeal, “Together, building God’s Kingdom” is coming quickly to a close. All payments on pledges for this year’s appeal must be received by the chancery by June 20, 2012. You can make a payment online at www.parma.org or mail it. Thank you for your support of eparchial programming.

Weekly Bulletin – May 27, 2012Read More