“And who is my neighbor?”
July 11, 2025
This past week, July 9 marked the anniversary of the passing of Fr. Thomas Tifft who served as the President-Rector of St. Mary Seminary in Cleveland. I had the privilege...
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Always Forward, Never Back
July 7, 2025
As we enter the month of July, I hope and pray you can have a wonderful time with your family and friends. We have been through some hot weather already,...
Read More Our Mission Never Ends…
June 26, 2025
I, Paul, am already being poured out like a libation, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have competed well; I have finished the race; I have...
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Is the Eucharistic Revival over?
June 20, 2025
The short answer is yes and no! Yes, the 3-year nationwide Eucharistic Revival that was launched in 2022 has ended. But also no, the call to renew our faith and...
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Actions speak louder than words
June 13, 2025
As we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, as well as Father’s Day, I wanted to share part of a sermon by St. Anthony of Padua found in...
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You are Gifted!
June 6, 2025
Last weekend, as Jesus ascended to the Father, He instructed His apostles to wait for the coming of the power of the Holy Spirit to be with them. So they...
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Take Time to Praise God
May 30, 2025
“Then He led them out as far as Bethany, raised His hands, and blessed them. As He blessed them, He parted from them and was taken up to heaven. They...
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Thank you, Michael Niese!
May 23, 2025
This week, I give my column to Michael Niese, our deacon-in-training, who has positively impacted our parish in so many ways. Whether it was serving with the St. Vincent de...
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Congratulations Fr. Ryan Arto!
May 16, 2025
What a glorious day! We give thanks and praise to God that Jesus has called Ryan Arto to the priesthood of Jesus Christ! We also praise God that Ryan responded. ...
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Good Shepherd Sunday
May 9, 2025
Jesus said: “My sheep hear My voice; I know them, and they follow Me.” Just stop for a moment and soak that in. Jesus knows you. He delights in you. ...
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Happy Anniversary Deacon Ray!
May 2, 2025
This coming Wednesday, May 7, Deacon Ray Herrick will be celebrating 20 years of service to the Diocese of Cleveland. On Tuesday, May 6, there will be a Mass at...
Read More “Peace be with you”
April 25, 2025
These were the first words Jesus spoke to his disciples after He rose from the dead. “Peace be with you.” We see at first glace the mission of Jesus—offer peace,...
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Alleluia! He is Risen! Alleluia!
April 19, 2025
Is the tomb our final destination? Just the other week I prayed a holy hour at the future place of my burial. While I haven’t purchased it yet, I believe...
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A Holy Week Challenge
April 11, 2025
One fruit of the National Eucharistic Revival has been the invitation to the Walk with One Initiative. On their official website, this initiative is calling us to do four things:...
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“The Lord has done great things for us!”
April 4, 2025
Whenever we encounter a psalm like this, it is good to stop and ponder what great things God has done for us and why we are filled with joy. Take...
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Laetare Sunday! Rejoice!
March 28, 2025
“…there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous people who have no need of repentance” (Luke 15:7). This passage comes right before...
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