schools in need of materials. Please consider donating school supplies at any of the six Ohio Catholic Credit Unions.There’s one in Fairlawn. For more location information and credit union hours, visit www.ohiocatholicfcu.com or call (216) 663-6800.

~ Everyone between the ages of 18-35 are invited to the Heavenly Banquet. Serving you with a smorgasbord of opportunities! Come and enjoy Christian fellowship, faith sharing, prayer, and food on July 29th from 12pm-9pm at St. Hilary Parish. For information or to RSVP call 330-867-1055 ext. 224.

~ 50th Wedding Anniversary Mass on Sunday, July 29, 2012 at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. The Mass is at 2:30 p.m.

~ Ministry of Consolation Training Course – Caring for the dying, praying for the dead and comforting those who mourn are all elements of a ministry of consolation. The Course will be held Tuesday, July 31, August 7, August 21, and August 28th from 6-9pm at Our lady of Victory on Tallmadge Ave. For more information call 1-216-334-2976.

~ Lite Supper Card Party that will be held Thursday, August 2nd at St. Paul’s Church (wheelchair accessible) at 4:30pm. For more information please call Mary Lou Goodhart at 330-773-5594.

~ Leonora Hall Fundraiser will be held August 3rd from 6:30pm–9:30pm at the Fairlawn Country Club. Please join us for an entertaining evening of Casino Games & Prizes. Your generous support is essential to the mission of the Daughters of Divine Charity. The sisters provide a safe caring housing alternative to women of all faiths, some who are mentally challenged. For information call Margaret at 330-668- 8921.

~ First Friday Club of Greater Akron welcomes Margot Fassler who’s topic will be “Hildegard of Bingen’s Message to Modern Faith Communities” on August 3rd. The First Friday Club of Greater Akron is a Catholic organization whose purpose is to bring the best Catholic thinkers, teachers, and leaders into Akron on a monthly basis to promote a better understanding of the significant issues impacting church, family, work, and community life. The cost of the luncheon is $15.00; the doors open at 11:15 AM; the program ends promptly at 1:00PM. For additional information call 330-535-7668.

~ Our Lady of Cedars, located at 507 S. Cleveland-Massillon Rd., will host their Annual Lebanese Food Fair. The Fair will be held Saturday, August 4th from 11am-8pm. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information please call 330-666-3598.

~ The Catholic Family Festival, The FEST, is an annual Joy-Filled celebration of faith and music that will gather over 35,000 youth and families for a one day celebration on Sunday, August 5. We are in need the hands and feet of your Troop. This is a unique opportunity for service hours and building teamwork around the largest one day free Catholic family festival in the country. For information call (216) 533-1661.

~ “Come and See” Father Michael B. Smith will reflect on “How to Update your Faith”. Please join us on Tuesday, August 7th at 7:00 p.m. at Blessed Trinity Church in Akron. Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity for small group discussion, including time for individual conversations with Father Michael. Everyone is welcome! For more information or to obtain a brochure, please contact Linda Herold at 330.376.

~ Let Us Pay Tribute to our Nurses – St. Paul Church will offer a Mass in tribute to all those who serve the nursing profession on August 9th at 7pm. We welcome nurses, their families and the entire community to join in a Eucharistic celebration to seek God’s blessing on those in the nursing profession for their work and dedication to healing. A reception will follow. Please call Fr. Ralph Thomas at 330-724-1263 with any questions.

~ A Blessed Trinity Parish Rummage Sale will be held on Thursday & Friday August 9 & 10 from 8 am to 7 pm at Christ the King Campus, 1584 Creighton Ave. Akron, OH 44310. Proceeds benefit our Youth Group. Call Denise at 330-760-2822 for information.

~ New Adoption Ministry is being formed for those who have been touched by adoption. Please join this book study group on Thursday, August 23, 2012 at St. Julie Billiart in North Ridgeville for this new group. Professionals will be invited to bring additional insights once the book is completed. Meeting time is 7:30 pm. The first book will be “The Girls Who Went Away” by Ann Fesler. To get involved please call Jody at (440) 934-7220.

~ 2012 Cleveland Catholic Diocese Co-Ed Softball Tournament will be held Sunday, August 26 at James Day Park in Parma from 11am-5pm. Who can play any parish, organization or group which can put together a team of 10-14 players including at least 3 females. To register your team or for more information call Mark at 1-216-34-1261 ext. 25 by August 16th.

~ St. Joseph’s Queen of Angels Religious Treasures located at 1761 Second Street in Cuyahoga Falls is having a Sizzling Summer Sale through the end of August. Many items throughout the store have been reduced. Check out our Extreme Sale Table and take advantage of our low prices for all your gift giving needs. Hours of operation: Sundays 9:00am-1:00pm or by appointment by calling 330-352-7043.