Saint Michael Parish
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From the Pastor:
There will be a special “second collection” on the 2nd weekend of each month to allow anyone and everyone to participate in providing the new statue of our parish patron, Saint Michael, for our Church. The carving was created in Italy and has been positioned in the area to the right of the Tabernacle as a Shrine to Saint Michael. Thank you in advance for your combined generosity to this project. The shrine was blessed and dedicated at the 11:30 Mass on September 29 by Bishop Bonnar.
See photos Here.
CAUTION: Our Youth Faith Formation Classes are scheduled on Sundays from 10:05-11:20 am. All classes will meet in the Family Life Center. This should help some of the parking lot traffic concerns. We ask that everyone be patient and careful in the parking lots as parishioners adjust to the children returning to classes.
Monthly Weekend Social Hour - second weekend of the month.
After Trick or Treat Supper - Thursday, October 31, 6:30-8:30pm
CHOIR NEWS
Are you interested in singing in the choir? If so, there will be a meeting on Wednesday, October 30 at 6:00pm in the church for anyone interested in being a part of the choir at Saint Michael Parish.
GALLERY WINDOWS DEDICATION
Our Gallery Window Project is now compete and we will dedicate and bless the new windows after the 6:00pm Mass on All Saints Day, November 1. Read about the project HERE.
ALL SOULS REMEMBRANCE
We will remember those who have passed away since last November and for whom we celebrated Masses or Services of Christian Burial from the parish at the 4:00pm Mass on November 2.
YOUNG AT HEART
Our November Young at Heart will meet on Monday, November 11 at 11:30am for Mass, followed by lunch and a presentation. More information will follow regarding November’s program. The cost is $5.00 for lunch. Reservations are required by the Thursday afternoon prior to the gathering (November 7 at 4:00pm). Please plan on joining us!
NEW TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT FOR FATHER LAVELLE
Bishop Bonnar has asked that I assume the temporary role of Administrator of the newly merged Saint Pope John XXIII Parish in Niles (the former Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Saint Stephen Parishes). This is in addition to my responsibilities as Pastor of Saint Michael Parish, Canfield; Vicar for Missionary Discipleship; Diocesan Director of the Office of Development and Stewardship; and Diocesan Director of the Office of Communications. Father Bala Marneni will assist in the sacramental ministry of the parish while I will attend to the administration of the parish, along with an occasional weekend (possibly monthly). Thank you for your understanding during this time. It should be no great disruption to our schedule or activities here at Saint Michael.
CHANGES IN THE CHURCH
We have re-instituted the distribution of the Precious Blood along with the Body of Christ at all our weekend Masses. In preparation for this, and for a few other reasons, we will be making a few physical changes to the front portion of the Church. The small section of pews in front of the Holy Family will be redesigned for those who are physically challenged. This space is closest to the accessible entrance and the accessible restrooms. The section in the front will be restored with the extra pews we have on hand at this time. We are in the process of obtaining a final quote for new pews and kneelers for the center sections of the Church. Additionally, the small section of pews in front of the tabernacle will be removed to make ready for a small Saint Michael Shrine area to be dedicated on the Feast Day in September. I realize that some people will be less than happy that they have been “displaced” from their seats, but we have more than enough room in the body of the Church for everyone. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
Ongoing Events
RECITATION OF THE ROSARY
A group gathers in the pews near the Holy Family Statues for an oral recitation of the rosary the 1st Saturday of the month at 3:15pm. Please call Mary Ann Camardo (330-286-3432) for more information.
Please join us on Tuesday mornings (unless there is a funeral) at 11:00am in the church to say the Patriotic Rosary. For more information call Kate Pavlich (330-533-2432). Read more HERE.
FITNESS FUN is a safe one-hour total body exercise workout, which includes a warm-up, weight training, body conditioning and toning exercises, both standing and on the floor, low impact aerobics, and a cool down. All exercises are choreographed to Christian and popular music of the present and the past. The class meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00am to 10:00am in the lower level of the Parish Hall. Interested persons may join anytime.
Please wear comfortable clothes, proper shoes, and bring a mat for floor work.
OPEN GYM FOR WALKING
The Family Life Center Gymnasium is now open four days a week: Monday through Thursday, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Parishioners are invited to come and walk for healthy exercise and companionship. Walkers are requested to stop in the open meeting room across from the restrooms to store their coats and change from outdoor boots and shoes to indoor athletic or walking shoes—required to protect the FLC floor. Now there is no need to go to the mall to exercise. This is a great opportunity right here at home to walk your way to a healthy lifestyle. Please enter through the side door.
SCHEDULING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
If you would like to schedule a meeting or event for any of our parish organizations, or schedule a rental anywhere in the Parish Hall, or Family Life Center, please contact Facilities Manager Audrey Geskey at 330-533-3181 or email: ageskey@saintmichaelparish.net