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Fr. Jeremy Merzweiler Administrator

Fr. Bearer Parochial Vicar

Raymond Herrick

Richard Butz Deacon, Retired

Kathryn Dougherty Principal

Kathleen Ott Director of Faith Formation

Colleen McVicker Director of Music Ministry

School: 330-644-0638 or stfparishschool.org

Parish Registration: Please see one of the Priests after any of the weekend Masses.

Parish Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, 7:30, 9:00, 11:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday, 8:15 a.m.; Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., 6:30 p.m. Confessions: Saturday, 3:30-4:45 p.m. or call one of the priests for an appointment. : At Mass on the third weekend of the month. Please make arrangements with the Parish Priests. Weddings: Arrangements with the Parish Priest are to be made at least six months before the wedding date. Anointing of the Sick: At any time. Please call the Parish Office at 330-644-2225.

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SAINT FRANCIS DE SALES CHURCH AKRON, OHIO

COME HOLY SPIRIT! PENTECOST SUNDAY Jesus said…“I have much more to tell you, but you cannot MAY 23, 2021 bear it now. But when he comes, the Spirit of truth, he will guide you to all truth.” Thanks be to for these words from this weekend’s ! God’s Spirit, the Spirit of truth has been given to us. How often do we engage with His Spirit? How often do we simply pray Come Holy Spirit? For many of us, challenges lay ahead. Making decisions about what lies ahead can be very difficult if MONDAY, MAY 24, THE BLESSED MARY we do it on our own. But Jesus doesn’t want us to do it alone. 8:15 a.m. Deacon Dennis Smith (Deacon & Mrs. Butz) He wants us to cling to Him and let His Spirit guide us to all 6:30 p.m. Jean Nuss (Ann Boudreaux) truth. So whatever you are deciding, pray first: Come Holy Month’s Mind – Joyce Ann Myers Spirit! Be led by Him who loves you so much. Welcome Bishop Malesic! This weekend, we welcome TUESDAY, MAY 25, SS. , Bishop Malesic, who will bless the Center at the GREGORY VII, DE’ PAZZI 11:00 a.m. Mass. We also welcome back Fr. Bline who will 8:15 a.m. Joe & Mildred Thiel (Carino Family) bless the Our Lady Help of Christians statue that will be 6:30 p.m. Phil Maynard (Jeff & Gail Angeletti) placed in the building. Providentially, the celebrates her feast day on Monday, May 24. On Sunday, May WEDNESDAY, MAY 26, ST. 23, Deacon Richard Butz celebrates his 23rd Anniversary of 8:15 a.m. Stephen Scheefers (St. Francis Parish) Diaconate Ordination. Make sure to affirm and thank Dc. Butz One Year Anniversary of Death – Kenneth Butke for all the good work he does and has done at this blessed parish. THURSDAY, MAY 27, Congratulations again to Fr. Alex Clark! What a wonderful ST. weekend it was to celebrate Fr. Alex Clark and his ordination 8:15 a.m. Dave Long (Lou & Laurene Scala) to priesthood and his Mass of Thanksgiving here last Sunday. 6:30 p.m. Donna Koehler (Family) The ordination can be viewed online on our diocesan website (www.dioceseofcleveland.org) and His First Mass of FRIDAY, MAY 28 Thanksgiving can be viewed on our website (www.sftparish. 8:15 a.m. Betty Bozsik (Bernie Gnap) com). Here’s a picture of all the concelebrants, servers, 6:30 p.m. Donald Carruthers (Carruthers Family) seminarians and religious who supported him on his special Month’s Mind – Jim Cavanaugh day.

SATURDAY, MAY 29, ST. PAUL VI 8:15 a.m. Bob Arbogast (Family) 5:00 p.m. Bill & Elvie Slaven (Bonnie Slaven)

THE MOST HOLY MAY 30, 2021 Month's Mind – Elizabeth (Betty) Smith 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. – Pro Populo, CDC Guidelines. In light of Governor Dewine’s decision to remove restrictions in the of Ohio on June 2, Bishop Malesic and the bishops of Ohio just last week made the decision to remove the dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays beginning June 5 and 6. We warmly SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR THE WEEK welcome all of you back to church on June 5 and 6! Mass will be without restrictions that day forward. We will fill you in with Monday: Gn 3:9-15, 20 or Acts 1:12-14; Jn 19:25-34 more details moving forward. This news is wonderful as we Tuesday: Sir 35:1-12; Mk 10:28-31 move forward with our new Memorare Center. Let’s fill all our spaces with joy and hope! Wednesday: Sir 36:1, 4-5a, 10-17; Mk 10:32-45 Lastly, don’t forget to vote for our new Parish Council Sir 42:15-25; Mk 10:46-52 Thursday: nominees. Check out our nominees in the bulletin. Parish Friday: Sir 44:1, 9-13; Mk 11:11-26 council members nominated these members of the parish to serve our parish in the next number of years. Please pray Saturday: Sir 51:12cd-20; Mk 11:27-33 about which 3 you will vote on and vote next weekend, May Dt 4:32-34, 39-40; Rom 8:14-17; Sunday: 29 and 30. Mt 28:16-20 May God’s peace and joy be with you, Fr. Jeremy NO UNDERLINES ON WEBSITES/EMAILS PROOF GRAPHICS CAREFULLY

PENTECOST SUNDAY MAY 23, 2021 PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL CANDIDATES Voting Will Take Place May 29/30

I have been a parishioner at St. Francis for over 10 years. I joined St. Francis when my previous parish closed, however, I feel that St. Francis has been home to me my entire life as many of my extended family members are parishioners here. Vince Lofreso My wife Mary and I were married here in 2016 and now have three children. The vibrance of this parish has been an incredible blessing in my life and I hope to contribute to the continued growth and success of the parish as a member of parish council.

I am a cradle Catholic and through the grace of God and the example of my parents, spouse, family members, and parish/faith communities, I continue to grow in my personal faith and love of our Catholic church. My wife, Lori and our three daughters moved to the Portage Lakes area and joined St. Francis de Sales parish 6 years ago. Leaving our previous parish community after almost 20 years to establish roots with a new parish community was an uncertain time. Having served in various ministries and volunteer experiences Tod Wammes over those years, our previous parish and community was a part of our family. We quickly experienced the welcoming and faith-filled community of St. Francis de Sales and recognized this is where we were called to be. We have enjoyed the Bible Studies, Adoration services, and Parish Picnics, along with other parish activities. I am humbled by this nomination to serve the parish community through the Pastoral Council and look forward to responding to my Baptismal call and giving back for all that we have received in our short time at St. Francis de Sales.

I became a member of St. Francis de Sales Parish in 2011 and graduated from the parish school in 2016. I am a 2020 graduate of Green High School and am currently studying business administration at The University of Akron. I am a member of Francesca Ciccarelli Delta Gamma and RooCatholics. As my faith continues to grow, I look forward to giving back to my parish community that has given me strength and encouragement for many years. I plan to devote my time by participating more in our parish community for many years to come. NO UNDERLINES ON WEBSITES/EMAILS PROOF GRAPHICS CAREFULLY

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St. Francis de Sales is my second home! I would be honored to serve you on Parish Council. My husband of 24 years, George, and our son, Max, and I are so blessed to be part of this Parish family. Our marriage was convalidated here at St. Francis in 2018 and Max came into the Church Easter 2019. I have grown in my faith from participating in many of the opportunities provided here at St. Francis: the women’s book study, time in Adoration, Bible studies, retreats and missions. I volunteer at St. Francis and have worked on the Evangelization Committee and Workshop, Ruthie DeGrandis Kelbly and taught Vacation Bible School the last 2 summers. I currently work at the school sanitizing and I love being able to pop over to the church at the end of the day. Professionally, I spent most of my time in finance in both California and here, and event planning at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. I was a member of the school board, chaired the annual dinner auction, and managed the school lunch program at Peter & Paul in Doylestown from 2012-14. I am a 2016 graduate of Walsh University with a bachelor’s degree in Corporate Communication. I owe all of these blessings to our loving God. Thank you, Jesus!

I am Jerry and Stephanie VanDevere's oldest son... I am an official member of the "bunch"! I have been a parishioner at St. Francis de Sales most of my life, but over the past few years have gotten a lot more active as I started to get connected with other young men at the parish through the Exodus90 program. Unlike many of my other family members, I have decided not Jason VanDevere to go into the family car business. A few years ago I started a business designing and selling planners that help people accomplish their goals, called Goal Crazy. Aside from that, I have a few rental properties in the area, so I am a landlord on the side. But what I am most excited about is that I am getting married this summer! I cannot wait to see what God has planned for us in this next phase of life.

My name is Anna Clark, I am nineteen years old, and I have been a parishioner here at St. Francis for all of those years. I am the fourth of nine children and a graduate of Manchester High School. I am currently attending Kent State Stark and studying Child Psychology. I have been active in the youth group, choir, Anna Clark Bible School, altar serving, and am currently employed on the maintenance crew here at St. Francis de Sales Parish and School. By serving on the parish council, I would provide the young adult perspective on parish life. I would be honored to serve, should I be elected.

Hi I am Grace, I am a fifth grader at St. Francis de Sales Parish School. I am going to a summer camp this summer called Damascus. It is a Catholic youth summer camp for boys and girls going into 6th grade through high school. The camp has rock climbing, paintball, archery tag, zip lines and more! This camp also helps you deepen your faith and build friendships with other kids your age from all around the country. Check out their website below for more information. https://damascus.net/programs/catholic-youth-summer-camp/ P.S. I am signed up for session middle school 9A August 1st - 6th! NO UNDERLINES ON WEBSITES/EMAILS PROOF GRAPHICS CAREFULLY

PENTECOST SUNDAY MAY 23, 2021

WEDDING BANNS A GOODBYE NOTE II Patrick Robbins and Taylor Wilson FROM FR. JACOB BEARER: I Kyle Underwood and Amy Staib

COLLECTION INFORMATION May 15/16 Offertory $ 13,298.00 Assessment $ 45.00 You are a marvelous parish! I cannot believe it has Capital $ 231.66 been four years since I first arrived at St. Francis de School $ 146.67 Sales. Thanks to your history of receiving newly Ascension $ 1,019.00 ordained priests, you taught me well with patience and Catechetical Services $ 345.00 compassion. You formed me and now send me forth Rice Bowl $ 27.00 to serve at St. Columbkille in Parma. I will miss you! I $ 10.00 love being a priest and I have loved being your priest. Holy Land $ 20.00 Thank you for your support, kind words, and prayers. Easter $ 45.00 In many ways, the parish mission last month was my TOTAL $ 15,187.33 going away gift to you all. And, what a blessed time Our parish is blessed by your generosity! it was! I know that some of you would like to send me off with a gift of your own, and I thank you for your generosity. Before you send a gift of money, however, please really consider donating whatever you would have given as a gift to my campaign for Operation An Adorer is needed each Thursday Underground Railroad: https://my.ourrescue.org/ evening from 9:00-10:00 p.m. If fundraisers/fr-bearers-goodbye-gift. you would be willing to fill this This organization fights valiantly against one of the opening in Adoration before the greatest evils of our time: human trafficking and the Blessed Sacrament, please contact sexual exploitation of minors and the vulnerable. I want Joanne Reich at 330-338-4810. to thank those who have already contributed to the campaign!! THANK YOU! It really means so much to me. And, I thank you also for considering joining this very serious fight. I love praying for healing, and this is a deep and real healing our country and world needs at this time. Thank you so much for making my time at St. Francis de Sales such an enriching experience, one filled with great blessings and encouragement and hope. God bless you! I love you! And, we will keep each other in prayer. With gratitude and hope, Fr. Jacob Bearer

Please remember in your prayers the soul of Daisy Ivey, mother of Vern Ivey. May perpetual light shine upon her and may the Lord console her family and friends. NO UNDERLINES ON WEBSITES/EMAILS PROOF GRAPHICS CAREFULLY

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WOC 2021 A JOINT SERVICE PROJECT FOR YOUTH GROUP TEENS/MEN’S GROUP

In need of help with a ? Contact Shirley Clark 330-412-9241/[email protected] Or apply online at: stfparish.com

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” -Helen Keller

SFDS YOUTH GROUP GOOD-BYE COOKOUT Sunday, May 23, 7:00 p.m., SFdS Pavilion All youth group teens, past and present, are invited to come and say good-bye to Fr. Bearer. Bring your tears, your friends, and a dish to share. Burgers, Ribs, and drinks will be provided! If your last name begins with: A-H, chips I-R, side dish (for example: veggies & dip, fruit, pasta salad) S-Z, dessert Food, Friends and Fr. Bearer…you don’t want to miss this special night! Contact Shirley Clark w/questions: 330-412-9241/[email protected] NO UNDERLINES ON WEBSITES/EMAILS PROOF GRAPHICS CAREFULLY

PENTECOST SUNDAY MAY 23, 2021

There are no words… What can I say that could ever be adequate to press my gratitude, joy, love, and awe from all of the graces of last weekend? To paraphrase Victor Hugo, there are certain graces, particular moments "which cannot be put into words.... but before which one cannot remain silent." My 3 classmates and I were Ordained to the Priesthood on Saturday, May 15, and I was able to Celebrate my Mass of Thanksgiving at St. Francis the last Sunday. I will be praying with the joy and blessing of the weekend for the rest of my life. And I cannot thank you enough, the parish family of St. Francis, for everything. It was such a gift to be able to pray with you. This parish inspired, formed, supported, and encouraged me for almost a decade of formation. I will never be able to adequately express my heartfelt gratitude for you all or begin to repay you for your love for me and the vocation of priesthood. There are too many names for me to mention; and I am also sure that there are so many holy, hidden parishioners who have been praying for me and helped make the weekend so perfect, of whom I am unaware! It is such a grace for me to be able to pray for you and offer the Sacraments on your behalf. Know of my prayers, love, and eternal gratitude. Fr. Alex Clark

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