Lent: Return to God
With gratitude for our sponsors:
Food Packing Event
Donate meals and volunteer at our Cross Catholic Outreach food packing event to help protect the world’s most vulnerable kids and families from malnutrition. On Saturday, April 11, work in assembly lines in our gym to pack beans, soy, rice, dehydrated vegetables and vitamin packets.
This faith-in-action service event is our parish’s primary almsgiving project this Lent. Make a difference in the life of a child!
Date: Saturday, April 11
When: 3-hour shifts, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Who: All ages welcome; sitting jobs available
The Grace of Forgiveness
Could you forgive the man who abducted and murdered your parents? David Anthony will share the powerful sotry of this 1974 local tragedy and how his deep Catholic faith helped him discover God’s grace and embrace mercy. He will invite us to consider where we need to extend forgiveness as well.
Date: Tuesday, March 3
When: 6:30 p.m. in church
Who: All ages welcome; please note the sensitive subject matter.
Diocesan Evening of Confessions
Every time we sin, we hurt ourselves, other people and God. In Reconciliation, we acknowledge our sins before God and the Church. We express our sorrow in a meaningful way, receive the forgiveness of Christ and his Church, make reparation for what we have done, and resolve to do better in the future. On this night, all churches throughout the Diocese of Cleveland will be open for confession.
Come and receive God’s healing graces.
Date: Wednesday, March 5
When: 5-8 p.m. in church
Who: Everyone is welcome!
Celebrating & Receiving the Father's Healing Mercy
Join Father Michael Petkosek as we examine the history, theology and praxis of the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Whether you celebrate this sacrament regularly, or if it’s been awhile, this informative presentation will encourage our participation in this great outpouring of the Father’s healing mercy.
Lunch is provided. Please register by March 10.
Date: Saturday, March 14
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Xavier Room
Who: Especially appropriate for confirmed adults.
St. Francis Xavier & the Early Christian Japanese Martyrs
Spanish missionary St. Francis Xavier, a founder of the Jesuits and our patron, brought Christianity and trade goods to Japan in 1549. A small church grew there, but in 1597, Japan’s ruler outlawed Christianity and ordered the crucifixion of 26 men in Nagasaki. The Catholic Church celebrates the feast day of St. Paul Miki andn Companions each year on Feb. 6.
Former St. Francis Xavier parishioner Kristie Kiesel spent time at this site. She will share insights from the culture and the site’s archeological dig, along with Japanese culinary treats. Please register by March 20.
Date: Tuesday, March 24
When: 6:30 p.m., Xavier Room
Who: Everyone is welcome!
Food Insecurity in Medina - and What You Can Do
Poverty and food insecurity exist – even in Ohio’s 6th wealthiest county. Some 22,130 individuals (12.1%) and 4,860 children (12.3%) struggle right here in Medina County.
Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank provides relief programs across eight counties, including 1,821,177 pounds of food through Medina partners like our own Society of St. Vincent de Paul.
The Foodbank’s Marisa Wren and SVdP’s Rick Niese will share how people are assisted by your help and the need for our Catholic Christian witness. A simple soup supper at 5:30 p.m. will precede the talk. Soup and bread will be provided. Please register by March 28.
Date: Tuesday, March 31
When: 6:30 p.m. in the Xavier Room
Who: All are welcome!