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LOYOLA RETREAT HOUSE EVENT - PRAYING TOGETHER: PRAYER FOR MARRIED COUPLES
Pope Francis explains that marital love is a powerful love that is “infused by the Holy Spirit”, and a “reflection of the unbroken covenant between Christ and humanity.” Come explore ways to pray together and grow in love. Join us at this retreat on Thursday, September 30 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Dinner is included. Cost is $25 per couple

JOIN US AT THE HAYRIDE!
Our annual hayride, sponsored by our Family Life Committee, will be Saturday, October 2 at 6:30 pm at the Miller Farm (intersection of Lake Center St. and Mogadore, entrance on Mogadore). There will be a bonfire, games, hot dogs, s’mores and, of course, the hayride! If you are interested in helping at the hayride, a sign up sheet is on the wood tables.

POOR CLARES OF PERPETUAL ADORATION FOUNDATION’S ANNUAL GALA
Join the Poor Clares of Perpetual Adoration Foundation of Canton, OH in their annual gala on October 10 starting at 10:30 am at the Sancta Clara Monastery (4200 Market Ave. N, Canton). This event promises to be a fun evening that will include a Mass, live and silent auctions and entertainment by Father Leo Patalinghug (EWTN cooking TV show host, podcaster and author of many theological cook books). Tickets are $75 each. To buy tickets, visit www.bidpal.net/2021pcpacanton or call 330-996-4090. Can’t go? Visit the website to bid on auction items! Please help support our beloved nuns!

25TH, 40TH, 50TH, OR 50+ WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION MASS
The Diocese of Youngstown will sponsor a Wedding Anniversary Celebration to honor couples observing their 25th, 40th, 50th, and 50+ wedding anniversary in 2021 on Sunday, October 10 at 1:00 pm at the Basilica of St. John the Baptist in Canton. The Wedding Anniversary Celebration includes Mass with Bishop David J. Bonnar, renewal of marriage vows, and a personalized certificate for each couple. Following the Mass, there will be a reception for the couples and their families in their parish hall. You must make advance reservations for this event by completing the registration form (found on the bulletin board) and returning it to the parish office before September 15.

"BLESSED ONE" WITH BISHOP BONNAR
On Sunday, October 10 at 6:30 pm at St. Christine Church (3165 S. Schenley Ave., Youngstown), Bishop Bonnar will be a speaker at the “Blessed One” event presented by Men & Women United for Life and co-sponsored by the Office of Pro-Life, Marriage and Family Life. Other speakers include Rev. Walter Moss, author of “Why I Am a Black Pro-Life Pastor” and Tia Ciferno, director of Bella Women’s Center (Warren). A reception will follow in the Parish Center, including information displays from various local pro-life organizations. All adults and teens are encouraged to attend, including youth groups and other parish or school organizations. For more information, contact Judy Welsh at 330-718-7746 or Dave Schmidt at 330-744-8451 ext. 272

LOYOLA RETREAT HOUSE EVENT - IMITATING MARY’S 10 AMAZING VIRTUES: A WEEKLY SERIES
A virtue is an attitude or way of life that will help us grow in holiness. When we live a virtuous life, we receive inner joy, strength and peace from the Holy Spirit, Mary’s Sweet Spouse. Come and see if by living each of these ten amazing virtues, you will change your relationship with God. Join us for this retreat series on Thursdays October 10, October 14 and October 21 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Cost is $45 for all three sessions and includes a light dinner.

THE COVID19 MEMORIAL SERVICE WITH BISHOP DAVID BONNAR
Bishop David Bonnar will lead a prayer service to remember all of the lives lost to the Covid19 Pandemic with a dedication and blessing of a memorial bench on October 24 at Calvary Cemetery (248 S. Belle Vista Avenue, Youngstown). The doors will open at 1:00 pm and the service starts at 2:00 pm. Wreaths will be presented in recognition of First Responders and Essential Workers with the Honor Guard presentation and blessed palm crosses that will be available to everyone in attendance.

The Most Reverend David J. Bonnar

Bishop of Youngstown
Ordained: January 12, 2021

PRAYER FOR THE BISHOP
God, eternal shepherd,
you tend your Church in many ways,
and rule with love.
Help your chosen servant David
as pastor for Christ,
to watch over your flock.
Help him to be a faithful teacher,
a wise administrator and a holy priest.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ,
your Son, who lives and reigns with you
and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.

Holy Spirit PSR & Youth Group Activities

PARENTS OF FIRST GRADE CHILDREN
In order to provide children proper formation and preparation for the Sacrament of First Eucharist in the second grade, parents should ensure their children are registered for PSR at least by first grade. This is in compliance with diocesan policy.

MASKS AND PSR/YOUTH MINISTRY
In accordance with current Diocesan policy and to keep everyone safe, masks will be required for all those attending PSR or Youth Ministry activities. If you have any questions or concerns, please see Anne Weeks or Cathy Kasza.