This fall, the Rites of Christian Initiation for Adults RCIA will begin at the 9:30 am Mass on September 12 followed by an opening session in the Newman Center immediately following Mass. Please contact Deacon Ray if you are interested in joining us for this year’s RCIA journey.

St. Bernard-St. Mary Parish offers the Rites of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) starting in September and concluding at Pentecost the following year. Inquirers are invited to an introductory inquiry session on August 19, 7 pm at the Newman Center. This is a chance to ask questions, understand the process and continue your spiritual journey. Several members of last year’s RCIA group will be there to share their experiences as well as our dedicated group of catechists and team members who will be leading this year’s journey.

Please join us at our next installment of Grounds for Faith on Friday, August 13, 2010. Linda Hart will present the topic: “The Christ Child Society: Challenging Poverty: One Child at a Time.” We will also be collecting monetary donations, new socks, and new underwear for the Christ Child Society. This event sponsored by CYO, and is an opportunity for young adults to come together to listen to a speaker, enjoy coffee and refreshments, discuss, and socialize. All single and married young adults are invited to attend. Events are held at Guardian Angels Parish 1676 S. Cleveland-Massillon Rd. Copley, Ohio 44321 . Doors open at 6:45 and the speaker begins at 7:00. Babysitting is available on-site during the event from 6:45-9:00 for children ages 0-12. If you need babysitting you must RSVP by the Monday before the event. A donation of $2.00 per child is appreciated but not required. Please e-mail us at groundsforfaith@yahoo.com with questions, babysitting RSVP’s, or if you would like to receive our e-mail newsletter.

The First Friday Club speaker for its August 6th luncheon at 12 noon at the Martin Center, will be Philip Maynard, Chairman, ASW Properties Ltd. His topic: “The Joy of Giving.” Reservations can be made by calling 330-535-7668.

There will be training for all liturgical ministers in the near future: Servers, Lectors, Ushers/Greeters. Mr. Jim Kintz will be contacting Cantors. Please note the following gathering for Extraordinary Ministers.

Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist: If you attended the Diocesan training sessions and received certification for St. Mary or St. Bernard Parishes, please attend one of the brief update sessions listed below:

If you can’t make it any time this week, there will be another opportunity later this summer.

Following the Wednesday 12:10 Mass, a group of parishioners gather to pray the rosary. Special prayer intentions are lifted up, including those for life. You are most welcome to come and pray.

Rays of Mercy Cenacle of Akron

Eucharistic Apostles of Divine Mercy meet here every Friday at 3pm to pray the Chaplet. You are invited to join them and learn more about this outreach mission of lay men and women. For more information contact: Mrs. Manena Vidlak at 330-762-1959.

The Hispanic Office of St. Bernard-St. Mary Parish is offering classes for anyone in need or interested in learning English.

Clases de Ingles  en el salón social.  Más información, llama a Ada al 330-253-5364.

Proyecto Raices will be held Saturday, July 24, in the Social Hall at 10:00 AM for children 6-12 years of age. Children of all cultures are welcome to attend. For more information call Ada at 330-253-5364.

The Hispanic Office of St. Bernard-St. Mary Parish is offering classes for anyone in need or interested in learning English. The next class will be held Saturday, July 10th, in the meeting room.

Clases de Ingles seran el sabado, 10 de julio, en el salon parroquial. Mas informacion, Ada al 330-253-5364.