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Parish Office: 5891 Ridge Road, Parma, OH 44129 • 440-884-3030 • www.stcharlesonline.org School Office: 7107 Wilber Avenue • 440-886-5546 Convent: 6818 Charles Avenue • 440-886-0390 PCRF Office: 7107 Wilber Avenue • 440-886-5668 Credit Union: 5839 Ridge Road • 440-886-2558 • www.unitycatholiccu.org St. Charles Borromeo Baptism of Children – Baptism preparation is required for parents before the child’s Baptism. This is offered the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. This sacrament is celebrated every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Contact the Parish Office for arrangements. Reconciliation – Saturdays, 3:00-3:45 p.m. and 6:45-7:30 p.m.; Thursday before First Friday, 3:00-3:45 p.m. By appointment anytime. Matrimony – Arrangements for instruction must be made at least 6 months in advance of the intended date of marriage. Contact the parish priest of your choice. Office Hours – Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. PASTOR Fr. John T. Carlin PAROCHIAL VICARS Fr. Terrence M. Grachanin Fr. Ryan J. Mann PASTORAL ASSOCIATES Sr. Denise Marie Vlna, O.S.U. Mr. Brian G. Pelcin WEEKEND ASSOCIATE Fr. Anselm Zupka, O.S.B. DEACONS Mr. John Talerico Mr. Daniel M. Galla DAY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Mrs. Eileen M. Updegrove RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORDINATOR Mrs. Paula J. Leigh MINISTER OF MUSIC/BUSINESS MANAGER Mr. Thomas E. Holzheimer

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Page 1: St. Charles Borromeo · 19/02/2017  · time together and talk.” LADIES GUILD DAY OF RECOLLECTION Monday, February 20th (President’s Day) Our Day of Recollection will take place

Parish Office: 5891 Ridge Road, Parma, OH 44129 • 440-884-3030 • www.stcharlesonline.orgSchool Office: 7107 Wilber Avenue • 440-886-5546

Convent: 6818 Charles Avenue • 440-886-0390PCRF Office: 7107 Wilber Avenue • 440-886-5668

Credit Union: 5839 Ridge Road • 440-886-2558 • www.unitycatholiccu.org

St. Charles Borromeo

Baptism of Children – Baptism preparation is required for parents before the child’s Baptism. This is offered the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. This sacrament is celebrated every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Contact the Parish Office for arrangements.Reconciliation – Saturdays, 3:00-3:45 p.m. and 6:45-7:30 p.m.; Thursday before First Friday, 3:00-3:45 p.m. By appointment anytime.Matrimony – Arrangements for instruction must be made at least 6 months in advance of the intended date of marriage. Contact the parish priest of your choice.Office Hours – Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

PASTOR Fr. John T. Carlin

PAROCHIAL VICARS Fr. Terrence M. Grachanin

Fr. Ryan J. Mann

PASTORAL ASSOCIATES Sr. Denise Marie Vlna, O.S.U. Mr. Brian G. Pelcin

WEEKEND ASSOCIATE Fr. Anselm Zupka, O.S.B.

DEACONS Mr. John Talerico Mr. Daniel M. Galla

DAY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Mrs. Eileen M. Updegrove

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORDINATOR

Mrs. Paula J. Leigh

MINISTER OF MUSIC/BUSINESS MANAGER Mr. Thomas E. Holzheimer

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Entrance Chant #125—Praise to the Lord  

Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time                                            February 19,  2017 

Presentation and Preparation of the Gifts  #522—Prayer of St. Francis 

 

 

Psalm  103 The Lord is kind and merciful 

 

This Week’s Liturgy 

Communion Chant Love One Another 

Closing #123—Holy God, We Praise Thy Name  

Offertory Collection $23,789.90

ACH / Online / Credit Card 7,016.00

Total $30,805.90  

Many thanks! 

SUNDAY COLLECTION 

February 12, 2017 

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time Leviticus 19:1-2, 17-18; I Corinthians 3:16-23; Matthew 5:38-48  9:00 AM 65th Wedding Anniversary- - - Richard & Eileen Blair Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30am, 12:00 Noon, 5:30pm MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Sirach 1:1-10; Mark 9:14-29 7:00 AM † Joseph R. Holy 8:30 AM † Michaelene Welton 7:00 PM † Albert Dubray TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Sirach 2:1-11; Mark 9:30-37 7:00 AM † Betty Bierut 8:30 AM † Alie Jammal 7:00 PM † Thomas & Donna Murphy WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22 The Chair of Saint Peter I Peter 5:1-4; Matthew 16:13-19 7:00 AM Intention of Anna & John Padar 8:30 AM † Al Milano 7:00 PM † Josephine Mihalek THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Saint Polycarp Sirach 5:1-8; Mark 9:41-50 7:00 AM In Thanksgiving for Theresa’s Health 8:30 AM † Jamie Rishaw 7:00 PM † Douglas Maecker FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Sirach 6:5-17; Mark 10:1-12 7:00 AM Intention of Robin Barlak 8:30 AM † Victoria Novak 7:00 PM † Lisa Mutschler SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25 Sirach 17:1-15; Mark 10:13-16 8:00 AM † Gean Borling VIGIL MASSES: 4:00 & 6:00pm SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time Isaiah 49:14-15; I Corinthians 4:1-5; Matthew 6:24-34 Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30am, 12:00 Noon, 5:30pm

LIFE IS CHANGED, NOT ENDED Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord 

Valentine Smole 

Catherine Kross 

Congratulations and God’s blessings to Jeanette & Chad Henderson on the Baptism of their son, Dominic William-Ellis; to Denise & Tyler Bales on the Baptism of their daughter, Hailey Anne; to Shannon Szabo & Thomas Tolodzieski on the Baptism of their daughter, Taylor N.

Daily Evangelization

  ʺForgive someone  

who has wronged you.ʺ 

Text: (I John 4) & Tune:  James J. Chepponis, b. 1956 

©1983 G.I.A. Publications, Inc. 

Reprinted under OneLicense.net A‐702572. 

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St. Charles Borromeo Church     February 19, 2017 

Don’t forget the Ladies Guild Day of Recollection this Monday, February 20, 8:30am to 2:30pm, with Father Doug Brown, in the Lower Parish Hall. The theme is “Our Lady of Fatima, 100th Anniversary.” It’s Presidents’ Day, so there’s no school--the Charles

Ave parking lot is all yours! Check the article in this bulletin for details. When you were younger, did something happen and you never managed to get confirmed? Are you an adult now, but would like to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation, the third of the Sacraments of Initiation? Then we have an opportunity for you! St Charles is offering an Adult Confirmation Class. There will be two one-hour sessions, scheduled on two successive Sundays, March 5 and 12, from 1:00 till 2:00pm each day. You will then be scheduled for Confirmation, here at St Charles, with Bishop Roger Gries, on Sunday, April 2, at 2:30pm. Pastoral Minister/Adult Education Coordinator Brian Pelcin will conduct the two one-hour sessions and he will help you with any details. Just call the Parish Office (440-884-3030) by Ash Wednesday, March 1, and let us know that you plan to attend. Please share this information about our Adult Confirmation Class with family, friends, or neighbors who might be interested. Lent 2017 will begin on Ash Wednesday, March 1. We will offer Stations of the Cross, extra times for the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions), Friday Fish Fries, and other spiritual and community activities. Since I became pastor in 1987, we have always offered a Lenten Parish Retreat. That Retreat has taken a variety of forms over the years. This year we are offering a unique, two-step, Lenten Retreat program. On five successive Lenten Wednesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29 and April 5, we will begin with a simple supper of soup, bread, and a beverage, served in the Corrigan Gym from 5:00 till 7:00pm. The three Big Ideas of Lent are: prayer, almsgiving, and fasting. In the spirit of fasting, we share a simple meal. Although there is no charge, we welcome your free-will donation, as almsgiving, that will go to feed the poor in the many “give food to the hungry and drink to the thirsty” locales where our parishioners volunteer to help the needy. After the Lenten Soup Supper, you are invited to prayer at the Wednesday 7:00pm Mass. We have invited a guest priest-celebrant each evening who will offer a special reflection for our Lenten Parish Retreat. Please mark your calendars now, Wednesdays of Lent: Soup Supper 5:00 till 7:00pm with Lenten Parish Retreat 7:00pm Mass to follow. The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions) will be offered in all churches of our Diocese on Wednesday March 15, 5:00 till 8:00pm.

Looking for a Mardi Gras Party before Lent begins? Why not attend Mardi Gras 2017, sponsored by St Mary Seminary, and scheduled for this Friday, February 24 from 5:00 till 8:00pm? St Mary Seminary is located on the grounds of the Center for Pastoral Leadership, 28700 Euclid Avenue, Wickliffe, OH 44092. The evening will feature authentic New Orleans style cuisine. And the price is right: $10 for adults and $5 for kids under 12. More info needed? Call 440-943-7600 for details or with questions.

Merici Chapel… How many times in your life have you said, “I know I should have called” or “I was busy—I forgot, or I just don’t have the time right now—maybe later.” We could go on and on making excuses for our actions or lack thereof. What excuse will you give to Jesus when you meet Him and He asks, “Why didn’t you stop and see me? I was waiting for you in Merici Chapel, just for us to spend some time together and talk.”

LADIES GUILD DAY OF RECOLLECTION 

Monday, February 20th  (President’s Day)  

Our Day of Recollection will take place on Monday, February 20, 2017 with our speaker being, Father Doug Brown, pastor of our sister parish Mary Queen of Peace. Father's theme will be "Our Lady of Fatima" because this is the 100th Anniversary since her 1st appearance in 1917. What an awesome topic. The day will go as follows:

Lets pack the church and hall for this day. If you have ever heard Father Brown speak, you know we will all be spiritually uplifted and renewed. And the topic - what a better way to honor Our Blessed Mother than to come and listen about her Quest as Our Lady of Fatima.

Remember, this is open to all. Bring a friend, bring a relative, just bring someone. What better gift can you give someone than Our Blessed Mother. For more information call Pam Bennett 440-888-1469 or Pat Lawler 440-843-9186.

8:30 am We begin with Mass in the church.

9:00 - 10:00 am Continental Breakfast will be provided. (pastry, coffee, tea).

10:00 - 12 Noon Father Doug Brown speaks.

12:00 - 1:00 pm Lunch

Please bring a brown bag lunch or you can go somewhere as long as you are back within the hour. Coffee, tea and water will be provided.

1:00 - 2:15 pm Father Doug Brown speaks.

2:30 pm Closing Benediction in the church.

THE WORLD APOSTOLATE 

OF FATIMA  

Cleveland  Diocesan  Pilgrim 

Virgin Statue of Our Lady of 

Fatima  will be visiting St. Charles Borromeo Parish for the weekend and the Day of Recollection February 18th through the 20th. The Fatima centennial Cleveland tour is for Peace.

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JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH MINISTRY (7th and 8th graders)

Monday, February 27… 2:45-4:00pm Junior High Youth Ministry work session in Lower Parish Hall to prepare for our Junior/Senior Mardi Gras event the next day... Tuesday, February 28… 4:00-5:30pm Junior/Senior Mardi Gras in Lower Parish Hall (come at 3:30 if you can). We need your help!!! Please bring cookies and/or pastries to the Mardi Gras on February 28th (or bring them to homeroom on February 27th or 28th or to the parish office the weekend of February 25-26). Please bring pastries on a disposable dish. All Junior High students are encouraged to invite their grandparents or other senior family members, neighbors or friends. Sunday, March 5… 9:00am-2:00pm 8th Grade Spirit Day for all our Confirmation candidates beginning with 9:00am Mass. Confirmation candidates are to sit with their families at Mass.

If you have any questions about the above activities, please contact Sr. Denise Marie at (440)884-3030 or [email protected]

Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time                                             February 19, 2017 

Any questions, contact: Sr. Denise (440)884-3030 /[email protected], Fr. Ryan (440)884-3030 / [email protected]

 Youth‐Focused & Youth‐Led Mass  New Days & Times for Events  Twice a Month  Events for 9th‐12th Graders 

 

  

 

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP MINISTRY  (Grades 9-12)

Sunday, March 5… 9:00am-2:00pm 8th Grade Spirit Day for our Confirmation candidates beginning with 9:00 Mass in Church, then continuing on in Corrigan Gym. We need your help and leadership. Please contact Sr. Denise Marie if you plan on helping — (440)884-3030/ [email protected]

Tuesday, March 7...7:30-9:00pm Guys’ Night & Open Gym.

Saturday, March 11… 8:45am-1:00pm Service Day at St. Augustine’s Hunger Center

Tuesday, March 14… 7:00-9:00pm Girls’ Night (Details to be announced)

Thursday, March 16… 6:00pm meet at St. Charles; return to parking lot by 10:15pm. Open to all high school students! XLT—Praise & worship at Borromeo Seminary with teens from across the diocese; small social following.

Facebook: St. Charles Youth Group Twitter: @StCharlesYG Instagram: @saintcharlesyg Email: [email protected]

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Next meeting ~ Wednesday morning, February 22nd, 9:00-11:15am in the Parish Activity Center. Any questions, call Sr. Denise Marie (440)884-3030.

 St. Charles Borromeo Church  February 19, 2017 

 

ST. CHARLES JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH  

MINISTRY INVITES OUR SENIORS! 

NAME___________________________________________ NUMBER ATTENDING____________________________ PHONE NUMBER _________________________________

(Just in case we need to notify you due to weather cancellation. Also, if the school is closed, the event is cancelled.)

St. Charles Juniors/Seniors Mardi Gras Extravaganza

Tuesday, February 28th 4:00-5:30pm

Lower Parish Hall

St. Charles Junior High Youth Ministry (our parish 7th and 8th graders) will be hosting a Mardi Gras Extravaganza for senior adults on:

Seniors of all ages — grandparents, relatives, neighbors & friends — are invited to come for an afternoon of fun and fellowship. There will be light refreshments, entertainment, and fun activities. This promises to be an enjoyable event. No cost is involved, but we do ask that you complete this cut-off form and return it to the Parish Office or Sr. Denise Marie by Sunday, February 26th so that we can prepare accordingly.

ATTENTION  

ALL VIRTUS TRAINED VOLUNTEERS  

The diocese has updated and revised some aspects 

of  the  Virtus  training  to  include  changes  in          

technology  over  recent  years.    All  volunteers 

trained  before  August,  2016  must  review  these 

changes by February 28  to keep  their Virtus status 

activated. You may view Father Carlin’s letter with 

directions  included  by  one  of  the  following         

methods:   

  1)  view on parish website – stcharlesonline.org 

  2)  email [email protected]   

  3)  pick up a copy in the Parish Office  

Please note  that  all  religious  education volunteers,     

coaches, and parents of St Charles School should be     

receiving  a  copy  from  the  head  of  those                

organizations. 

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Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time                                            February 19, 2017 

MASS AND ROSARY FOR LIFE

Be a witness to your Faith — come to the 8:00am Mass and Rosary for Life on the last Saturday of the month — February 25th, to pray for the protection of all Human Life from the moment of conception to natural death.

 

FRIAR ALESSANDRO:   

THE VOICE OF ASSISI 

In Concert on WVIZ/PBS  

Sunday, March 5 at 12:30pm

Last December Franciscan Friar Alessandro presented a benefit concert at St. Charles to a "standing room only" crowd for Sister Denise Marie's Franciscans of the Little Way. Friar Alessandro has now recorded a concert at Assisi, the home of St. Francis, in Italy. That concert will be broadcast on Sunday, March 5, on WVIZ/PBS, at 12:30pm. This concert recorded in the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, features traditional sacred standards and songs that share the humble Friar's message of hope, peace, and love. Make sure you "tune in."

CYO SPRING SPORTS SIGN UPS All St. Charles Parish children can now register ONLINE

ONLY at stcharlessports.org for CYO Spring Sports which include:

Boys Track Intramural Gr 1/2; CYO Gr 3-8 Girls Track Intramural Gr 1/2; CYO Gr 3-8

Boys Baseball Gr 3-8 Valid Sports Physicals are required (dated after 6/1/16 and handed in by March 12th). Use the CYO form located on our website. The spring sports fee ($100) is due in the parish office by March 12th with the check made payable to "St. Charles Sports Boosters". Registration runs through March 12th. Questions can be directed by emailing Athletic Director Kevin Leigh at [email protected] or 440-842-6362 (H) or 440-488-6982(C).

SENIORS CITIZENS Please note that the Seniors will not be meeting in January and February. The first meeting of 2017 will be Wednesday, March 1st. New members are welcome. Dues are $5.00 per year.

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 St. Charles Borromeo Church  February 19, 2017 

Saint Charles Borromeo Fundraiser! 

DURING EASTER BREAK!!! 

Thursday, April 20, 2017 ~  $119.00!!! Mark your calendar to take a break!!

Support your school while having fun! Get away without going too far from home to America’s LARGEST indoor water park and enjoy a special rate for families and friends! Rooms are only $119 and feature 2

Queen beds, and include water park passes! A portion from each room booked will benefit Saint Charles Borro-

meo. BOOK EARLY to avoid being shut out. For reservations call 1-877-525-2427.

Ask for the Saint Charles Borromeo Group rate. Limited number available. Standard room sleeps 4-6,

includes admission to waterpark for 4, up to 2 guests may be added for $25 each. Room rates prior to 13.75% tax.

Did you know that every time you shop and use your Giant Eagle Advantage Card, not only do you earn your fuelperks, but you can be helping Saint Charles Borromeo Parish School earn cash?

That’s right! Simply go to www.GiantEagle.com/AFTS and create an account. Then choose school programs and enter our school ID of 2817. Add our school! It takes about 4 minutes to both register and add Saint Charles School. Thank you for taking the time to help us earn cash – simply by doing your regular shopping.

 

                         Recent Gift Card Additions to the Program: 

 

VISA  $50 & $100  

DISCOVER  $100  

Stop in the Parish Office Mon-Fri: 8am-8pm | Sat & Sun: 8am-6pm

CERTIFICATE  PROGRAM  

$100 WINNER V 

Wanda Harubin 

The St. Charles Borromeo Council of the Knights of Columbus #16137 will be hosting a blood drive as part of the LifeShare Grant Program Blood Drive this Sunday, February 19th, from 9:00am to 2:00pm in the Lower Hall at St. Charles Borromeo Church. Helping us will be LifeShare Community Blood Services, a 68-year-old Northeast Ohio community focused charity, committed to making sure that donated blood remains in the community where it was given. LifeShare has been selected by the hospitals of North-east Ohio as a source of blood and blood components for their patients.

To help encourage blood donations, LifeShare Community Blood Services has initiated an Elementary & Middle School Educational Grant Program. The Knights of Columbus have designated that St. Charles Borromeo to a receive $500 in educational grant funds from Lifeshare for every 25 units of blood collected. Schools that host more than one blood drive may accumulate collections from June 1 through May 31 and $500 will be awarded for each increment of 25 units collected through the school year.

To Register online: please go to: http://www.lifesharedonor.org sponsor code: stcharles

Discover the Catholic Difference! Joe Madigan will present the various top-rated insurance products and free family benefits offered by the Knights of Columbus. Products include:

The meeting will be held on Monday, February 27, at 7:30pm in the Borromeo Room of the Parish Activity Center. All from the parish are invited. Refreshments will be served.

 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 

Permanent and Term Life Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance

Retirement Annuities Disability Income Insurance

 

CASINO  BUS TRIP Fundraiser Sponsored by the  

St. Charles Ladies Guild     

Presque Isle Casino Sunday, March 19th

 

$35/pp  / $35 play back money   

Leave Unity Credit Union parking lot 9:30am;   

return around 6:30pm .     All are Welcome!! 

Reservations due by March 13th with $35 check  

payable to:  St. Charles Ladies Guild.   

Drop off at the Parish Office in  

envelope marked Bus Trip  ‐or‐ Pat Lawler 

For more information, call Pat Lawler (440)843‐9186 

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Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time                                            February 19, 2017 

MARY QUEEN OF PEACE  (216‐749‐2323) The next LEAF meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 22nd at 7:00pm in the Marian Lounge in the lower Church. LEAF stands for “Listening, Encouraging, and Affirming Families of the Incarcerated” and provides assistance and support to those who have loved ones who are imprisoned. New participants are always welcome!

ST. LEO THE GREAT   (216‐661‐1006) Save the date: Saturday, April 29th, St. Leo the Great Athletics Annual Women’s Reverse Raffle, $40.00 per person. Doors open at 5:30pm. Dinner 6:30pm. Tickets on sale at Rectory.

ST. THOMAS MORE   (216‐749‐0414) 11th Annual Mardi Gras, Saturday, February 25th, from 5:30pm-Midnight. Tickets are $25 or discounted for a whole table. $10 tickets also available for admission after 8:00pm and DO NOT include dinner. Call the Rectory for ticket info.

From March 1 through April 9, you’re invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life – 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. You’re also invited to stand and peacefully pray anytime between 7am to 7pm during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Preterm - 12000 Shaker Boulevard, Cleveland or Planned Parenthood - 25350 Rockside Road, Bedford Heights, or Family Planning - 54 South State Street, Painesville. Please help spread the word about this important community outreach. If you’d like more information – and especially if you’d like to volunteer to help, please contact: John Noall at (216)245-9744 [email protected]

2017 FIRST STEP PROGRAMS:  CONTINUING EDUCATION REGARDING  

MARRIAGE & DIVORCE IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH Attempting to pick up the pieces of one’s life after the tragedy of divorce is an area that can impact a person’s relationship with God and the Church. One of the significant issues that a person faces is their place in the Church. Does the Church still care about me even though I am divorced? Am I allowed to go to Mass? Can I receive communion? How can the Church help me heal? If I decide to marry again, what do I have to do?

The Tribunal of the Diocese of Cleveland offers its First Step Program to help individuals deal with these questions in order to renew and/or strengthen their relationship with God & the Church. This program is offered to help everyone, especially those who have experienced divorce, learn more about Catholic teaching regarding marriage, divorce & remarriage. Representatives from the Ministry to the Divorced Office of the Department for Marriage and Family Ministry will also be present to explain the resources they offer to the divorced.

Everyone is welcome to: Deepen knowledge of the Church’s teaching on marriage… Learn about the Church’s ministry to the divorced/separated in the Diocese… Hear about the annulment process and how to submit a case…

Discover a path to healing after divorce in order to strengthen In any endeavor, taking the “first step” is always the most difficult. The First Step Program helps individuals to navigate the path of healing and closure. Please refer to the Tribunal website (www.dioceseofcleveland.org/tribunal) for testimonials about the program from past participants. The schedule for the general meetings in 2017 is:

Tuesday, 21 March 2017, at St. Peter Parish, Lorain, at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, 16 May 2017, at St. Mary Parish, Chardon, at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, 12 September 2017, at St. Paul Parish, Akron, at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, 10 October 2017, at St. Ambrose Parish, Brunswick, at 7:00 p.m.

Note that the Diocese of Cleveland no longer requires any fees for this process.

For more information check our website: www.dioceseofcleveland.org/tribunal Or call the Tribunal: 216-696-6525/800-869-6525, ext. 4000

RETROUVAILLE  Retrouvaille is a three-month program to help couples struggling in their marriages. It has three phases, starting with a weekend experience in which couples learn to re-establish communication and to gain new insights into themselves as individuals and as a couple. Post sessions are held over a period of 12 weeks to further develop and enhance the techniques learned on the weekend. A support group is available offering interaction with other couples who are striving to improve their relationship. The 2017 weekends are scheduled for April 21-23 and September 8-10, 2017 at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in Beachwood.. For more infor-mation go to their website www.helpourmarriage.com or contact Marce & Liz Gliha at [email protected]