Encouraging the Culture of Encounter with Jesus Christ, 

His Church, and All People

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Back to School

It is that time of year when many of our kids are venturing back to school.  We pray that they all dedicate time to their studies and receive God’s gift of wisdom with thanksgiving.  Some of our parishioners attend nearby Catholic schools.  Some are educated through home-schooling programs, including co-ops.  The past few years, our parish has become a center for a few of these groups.  Here is a rundown of the groups using our space:

Chesterton Academy of Akron, a Catholic Classical High School Education 

Monday - Friday

High Point Christian Academy, a Christian based homeschool co-op

Monday, Wednesday

Oaks of Righteousness Co-op, a Christian based homeschool co-op

Wednesdays

The Way to St. Joseph’s Holy Family Co-op, a Catholic homeschool co-op

Thursday

In addition to these groups, we have a substantial number of young ones having faith formation using Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. And they are in the building on Wednesday and Thursday.

May God bless all students and teachers this year.

Faith Formation Sunday September 15

Next weekend we will continue our monthly formation session from 9:15-10:15. This month’s topic is:

Does God Hear My Prayer? Navigating the Valleys of the Spiritual Life. Discouragement and fear are part of our human experience.  Even in prayer, encountering times when we feel disconnected, times of doubt, and even darkness are part of our spiritual experience. Join us as we discuss our rich tradition of saints, mystics, and everyday grace that can help us in our own spiritual journeys and as we encourage each other in faith.

Sincerely in Christ,

Fr. Pfr