Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, This weekend we celebrate the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time: The bulletin for this weekend,
August 30, can be found
here. Click
here to access our livestreamed Masses.
Fulton Sheen Talk This Tuesday: Join me this
Tuesday, September 1 at 7:00 PM in the St. Peter Room for a talk on Venerable Fulton Sheen. Michael Fry will share highlights from Bishop Sheen’s life, along with stories and personal correspondence that offer a unique perspective on this soon-to-be beatified American bishop. All are welcome!
Spirit of Hope Second Collection This Weekend: This weekend, August 29–30, we will take up a Second Collection for the Spirit of Hope Disaster Response Fund to assist those affected by the severe flooding in Perry and Muskingum Counties.
All funds collected will go directly toward relief efforts in the affected communities. You can give online through the Diocese
here. For more information, see this weekend’s bulletin. Thank you for your generosity and continued prayers for all those affected.
Take a Step to Grow in Faith: One of my hopes for every parishioner at St. Paul is that we never become complacent in our relationship with Jesus Christ. Each of us is called to continue growing, learning, and allowing the Lord to shape our lives. This weekend, you will hear about two opportunities to take that next step:
Walking with Purpose for women and
That Man Is You! for men. Both offer a chance to deepen your faith, grow in your relationship with Christ, and build meaningful friendships with others who are seeking to do the same. I encourage you to listen to the invitations you hear at Mass this weekend and prayerfully consider whether the Lord may be calling you to say yes. Sometimes one simple step can open the door to something much greater. See this weekend’s bulletin for details.
Welcome Seminarian Timothy Kawash: I am happy to welcome Timothy Kawash to St. Paul. Timothy is a seminarian for the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston and is beginning his fifth year of formation at the Pontifical College Josephinum. He will be spending time with us at St. Paul over the next couple of years as part of his formation as he prepares for ordination to the diaconate next summer. Originally from Charleston, West Virginia, Timothy studied accounting at the University of Dayton before entering seminary. He has a particular love for Sacred Scripture and Christology and is looking forward to becoming part of our parish community, serving and learning alongside us, and getting to know our parishioners. Please join me in welcoming Timothy to St. Paul and praying for him as he continues his journey toward the priesthood!
Coffee & Donut Sunday Returns Next Sunday: Mark your calendars! Next Sunday, after the 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM Masses, join us in Lower Level 3 for coffee, donuts, and fellowship with your St. Paul parish family.
Labor Day Schedule Updates: On Monday, September 7, Labor Day, there will be only one Mass at 8:15 AM. There will be no 6:30 AM Mass. The Parish Office, St. Joseph Adoration Chapel, and Marian Gift Shop will also be closed for the holiday.
Join Our Mission at St. Paul: We are currently hiring for several positions and looking for people who want to share their gifts in service to the Church and our parish community. I invite you to consider whether one of these opportunities may be right for you, or to share them with family and friends. Go to
stpacc.org/jobs to view our current openings.
Prayer Intentions for Greece: On October 20, I will depart on a parish pilgrimage to Greece to walk in the footsteps of St. Paul. Beginning this weekend, you are invited to leave prayer requests and intentions for me to take on pilgrimage. The prayer intention book will be in the St. Paul Chapel through Monday, October 19. All prayer intentions included in the book will be remembered at each celebration of Mass throughout the pilgrimage.
St. Gabriel Radio: Yesterday I had the opportunity to be on St. Gabriel Radio AM 820 for a conversation about the documents of Vatican II. Click
here to listen to a recording.
Our Sunday Offering: I am grateful to the many parishioners who regularly give of their time, talent, and treasure to support our parish community. I can tell you from my personal experience that WeShare Online Giving is an easy, secure, and convenient platform. You can give online anytime by clicking
here. Thank you for your continued generosity and support!
In Christ,
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