Preaching, StoryTelling and itspower to Evangelize

Priests, Deacons, Lay Ecclesial Ministers, Evangelization Committee and ParishPastoral Council members are all invited to an afternoon with ValLimarJansen.Through story, song and the Proclamation of the Gospel we will together exploreways we can more effectively and passionately draw others to the presence of Christin the life of our parishes.

Mond dy, March 2, 2O2O I I:OO a.m. - 3:OO p.m.

Resurrection of Our Lord Parish

3200tr Cannon Rd, Solon, Ohio

Blessed with an extraordinary voice, ValLimar Jansen is a highly

regarded singer, composer and recording artist. She is educated and

experienced as a universityicollege professor, a leader of worship andprayer and a workshop presenter at conferences across the United Statesand abroad.

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Pneaching, Story Tell!nE and its power to Evangelize

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Cost:: $ I 5.O0 includes lunch (catt the office for discount on 3 or more from the same parish)Registration Deadline: Februarv 27, 2O2O

PLEASE make checks payable to: DIOCESE OF CLEVELAND mai! to: OOFC., 287OO Euclid Ave.,Wickliffe, OH 44CI9?. 440-943-7474

Sponsored by: Diocese of Cleveland Office of Ongoing Formation for Clergy

Lay Ecclesial Ministry Office

Resurrection of Our Lord Parish

SUNDAY SUPPORT

You are graciously invited to join us for an hour of sharing, listening, learning, and healing along your grief journey.

Reservations are appreciated but not required.Please RSVP to rabrams@clecem.org or 216-930-4866.

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Holy Cross Cemetery, Akron Holy Cross Cemetery, Brook Park

Calvary Cemetery, Cleveland All Saints Cemetery, North�eld All Souls Cemetery, Chardon

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D I O C E S E O F C L E V E L A N DFaith, Hope, and Remembrance

03-2020

First Friday Club of Greater Akron Media Advisory

Contact: Mike Herhold 330-204-4746

Reservations: FFC Office 330-535-7668 or www.firstfridayclubofgreaterakron.org

March 6, 2020 How God Has Walked with Me

Through High School

The First Friday Club of Greater Akron will present a panel of students from: ARCHBISHOP HOBAN High School, OUR LADY OF THE ELMS High School, ST. VINCENT-ST. MARY High School, and WALSH JESUIT High School. These students will share how God has walked with them in their high school years The First Friday Club will meet March 6, 2020 at Tangier Restaurant, 532 W. Market Street, Akron OH 44303. The cost of the luncheon is $20.00 Doors open at 11:00 AM; the program begins at noon, and ends promptly at 1:00 PM. Reservations can be made by calling 330-535-7668; by sending a check to the First Friday Club of Greater Akron, 795 Russell Ave., Akron, Ohio 44307; or online at www.firstfridayclubofgreaterakron.org.

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Lay Ecclesial Ministry Office Events

If you feel called to serve the Church as a lay person,

consider formation and education to become Certified

as a Lay Ecclesial Minister for the Diocese of Cleveland.

We are now accepting Applications yearWe are now accepting Applications yearWe are now accepting Applications yearWe are now accepting Applications year----round.round.round.round.

Come learn about the process for certification at our Information Night:Information Night:Information Night:Information Night:

6:30 6:30 6:30 6:30 ---- 8:30pm 8:30pm 8:30pm 8:30pm on: Wed., March 11, 2020Wed., March 11, 2020Wed., March 11, 2020Wed., March 11, 2020

Come and experience an evening formation session at

our Lay Ecclesial Ministry Open HousesLay Ecclesial Ministry Open HousesLay Ecclesial Ministry Open HousesLay Ecclesial Ministry Open Houses::::

6:306:306:306:30---- 8:00pm 8:00pm 8:00pm 8:00pm on the following FridaysFridaysFridaysFridays

March, 20th, April 17th, and May 8th, 2020

PLEASE RSVP FOR THESE SESSIONS AS NOTED BELOW PLEASE RSVP FOR THESE SESSIONS AS NOTED BELOW PLEASE RSVP FOR THESE SESSIONS AS NOTED BELOW PLEASE RSVP FOR THESE SESSIONS AS NOTED BELOW

Where:Where:Where:Where: The Center for Pastoral Leadership,

28700 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe, Ohio 44092

For further information or to *For further information or to *For further information or to *For further information or to *RSVP:RSVP:RSVP:RSVP:

contact the Lay Ecclesial Ministry Office at (440) 943(440) 943(440) 943(440) 943----7670 7670 7670 7670

or layecclesialministry@dioceseofcleveland.org

Come learn what Certification is all about!

The Challenge of Leadership: Utilizing Everyone’s Gifts to Revitalize the Church

Tuesday, April 28, 2020 7:00p.m.

Rappe Conference Room at Cathedral Square Registration Fee: Contribution to Jesuit Indian and African Education

Pilgrimage for Our Children's Future Join us Tuesday, April 28 at 7:00p.m. for a thought-provoking presentation by celebrated author and presenter, Chris Lowney, chair of Catholic Health Initiatives, one of America’s largest hospital systems, and author of several books including, Pope Francis: Why He Leads the Way

He Leads and Everyone Leads: How to Revitalize the Catholic Church. Lowney challenges Catholics to turn to the methods of Jesus, as their model in leadership, to revitalize the Church by being entrepreneurial, accountable to one another, committed to service of the poor and marginalized, having hearts transformed through the gift of encounter, and reaching out beyond church doors to the periphery with joy and love. He writes, “A leadership responsibility is inherent in the baptismal promise, and we all show leadership by more intentionally role modeling the way of Jesus and influencing our own families and parishes to serve those in need and to reach out more effectively.” Pg. 164 – Everyone Leads: How to

Revitalize the Catholic Church All are welcome and encouraged to attend this presentation and dialogue. For more information or to register, please contact Sr. Rita Mary Harwood, SND at rmharwood@dioceseofcleveland.org or Judy Liederbach at jliederbach@dioceseofcleveland.org Other Considerations/Questions:

- Can this be used for continuing education credits? - Can there be other collaborating partners (Other Dioceses like Youngstown? Universities

in the Diocese? PLC? Diocesan Catechesis Office? Presbyteral council?) - Can we work with a Catholic Bookstore to secure merchandise from Chris (unless he

brings his own)? - Can the K of C sponsor hospitality, if this is a thing? - Can we encourage parish book studies with his text through my office or the general

Parish Life Secretariat?

Understanding the many different types of communication challenges that affect children, adults and families

is critical for priests, deacons, lay ecclesial ministers and all who help support the work of ministering to God’s

People in order to serve these individuals. Specific types of communication challenges will be reviewed.

Feelings such as frustration, fear and embarrassment that may be associated with these challenges will also

be examined. In addition, the presenter, will provide an “insider’s perspective” into the world of stuttering so

that the audience can gain further insight of the impact of a communication challenge on one’s life. Proper

strategies for engaging and/or talking with others who have challenges with hearing and speaking will be

discussed.

Ministering to Individuals with Speech Challenges

Our Presenter: Marilee Fini, M.A. CCC/SLP is a certified and licensed Speech Pathologist, practicing in Cleveland, OH where she runs her own private practice, MLF Speech Therapy. She has been a professional speaker for the last 20 years, presenting all over the U.S. to many diverse audiences.

“Inspiring, encouraging and educational. One the best presentations this week.” Jason C.

"This was fantastic! Great information, useful and so well delivered! Dawn R.

I really enjoyed this presentation-it was clear and concise and the speaker had a light and humor-ous way that made learning the content very enjoyable." Michelle S.

Priests, Deacons and Lay Ecclesial Ministers Tuesday, March 31, 2020 from1:15p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

at The Center for Pastoral Leadership

28700 Euclid Avenue, Wickliffe, Ohio 44092

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Registration Form Registration Deadline: March 27, 2020

March 31, 2020

Ministering to Individuals with Speech Challenges

Name: ______________________________________________________________________Parish______________________________________

Address:______________________________________________________ City _____________________________________ Zip: ___________

Email:__________________________________________________________________________ Phone __________________________________

Cost: $10.00 Registration Deadline: March 27, 2020

Scholarships available. Please contact Jennell Muscatello, Administrative Assistant, OOFC at 440-943-7474

PLEASE make checks payable to: “DIOCESE OF CLEVELAND” and mail to: OOFC., 28700 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe, OH 44092.

Sponsored by:

Diocese of Cleveland Office of Ongoing Formation for Clergy and Lay Ecclesial Ministry Office

L.E.A.F

Listening, Encouraging, and Assisting Families

Support for Families and Loved Ones of the Incarcerated

All are welcome, irrespective of faith affiliation Spanish/Bilingual assistance available, if pre-arranged

Where: St. Julie Billiart Catholic Church 5500 Lear Nagle Rd, North Ridgeville, OH 44039 (440) 327-1978

Meeting In: The Our Lady of Guadalupe Meeting Room Upcoming Dates and Times: Starting March 10, 2020

2nd Tuesday of every month 7:00 PM

Child Care: Provided, just let us know ahead please, if you can.

If you have a loved one or family member who is incarcerated and are looking for a safe, welcoming community where you can feel comfortable that you will be accepted without judgement, please plan to join us on the dates and times listed above. Although we are a ministry with limited funds and are unable to offer financial help, we will offer an opportunity for you to listen and share community; and to network and learn from others who understand your situation, challenges, fears, and emotions in confidentiality. This is a non-denominational gathering of fellow travelers who share your burden.

For more information go to www.LEAFMinistry.org No pre-registration necessary

Scholarship Fundraiser An Evening with Sr. Helen Prejean March 25, 2020 from 5:30pm - 9:00pm Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse 1 Center Court, Cleveland, 44115 Ursuline College will honor author and social justice activist Sister Helen Prejean, CSJ, with its Women Who Light the Way award in this public event. Sister Helen rose to international prominence with the publication of her 1994 book, “Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States,” which was made into an Academy Award winning movie. She has recently published a book, “River of Fire: My Spiritual Journey,” which will be the focus of her talk. Individual tickets: $75. Register for tickets and sponsorships at www.ursuline.edu/light Photo: Scott Langley