Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, 7:00, 9:00, 11:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday, 8:15 a.m.; Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., 6:30 p.m.

Confessions: Saturday, 3:30-4:45 p.m. or call one of the priests for an appointment.

Baptisms: At Mass on the third weekend of the month. Please make arrangements with the Parish Priests.

Weddings: Arrangements with the Parish Priest are to be made at least six months before the wedding date.

Anointing of the Sick: At any time. Please call the Parish Office at 330-644-2225.

4019 Manchester Road, Akron, Ohio 44319 • 330-644-2225 • www.stfparish.com

Fr. Jeremy MerzweilerAdministrator

Fr. Jacob Bearer Parochial Vicar

Raymond Herrick Deacon

Richard Butz Deacon, Retired

Kathryn Dougherty Principal

Kathleen Ott Director of Faith Formation

Colleen McVicker Director of Music Ministry

School: 330-644-0638 or stfparishschool.org

Parish Registration: Please see one of the Priests

after any of the weekend Masses.

Parish Office Hours: Monday through Friday,

9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

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SAINT FRANCIS DE SALES CHURCH AKRON, OHIO

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SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR THE WEEKMonday 2 Cor 9:6-10; Jn 12:24-26

Tuesday Ez 2:8–3:4; Mt 18:1-5, 10, 12-14

Wednesday Ez 9:1-7; 10:18-22; Mt 18:15-20

Thursday Ez 12:1-12; Mt 18:21–19:1

Friday Ez 16:1-15, 60, 63 or 16:59-63;

Mt 19:3-12

Saturday Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab; 1 Cor 15:20-27;

Lk 1:39-56

Sunday Is 56:1, 6-7; Rom 11:13-15, 29-32;

Mt 15:21-28

NINETEENTH SUNDAYOF ORDINARY TIME

AUGUST 9, 2020

MONDAY, AUGUST 10, ST. LAWRENCE 8:15 a.m. Mary Crow (Cathy McArdle) 6:30 p.m. Robert Coffman (Wife) 1st Anniversary of Death – Cid Francisco

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, ST. CLARE 8:15 a.m. Anna & Antonio Merlitti (Lou & Laurene Scala) 6:30 p.m. Anne Welsh (Gotz Family)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12,ST. JANE FRANCES DE CHANTAL 8:15 a.m. Vi & Dominic Rizzo (Lou & Laurene Scala)

THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, SAINTS PONTIANAND HIPPOLYTUS 8:15 a.m. Patti Szempruch (Family & Friends) 6:30 p.m. Martha Winkler (Turley Snowden)

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, ST. MAXIMILIAN KOLBE 8:15 a.m. Cindy Kurtz (Dan & Sue Wargo) 6:30 p.m. Duane Sanders (The May Family)

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY 8:15 a.m. Father Byrider (SFdS Parish) 1:30 p.m. Wedding: Richards & Clark 5:00 p.m. Richard Slivinski (Family)

TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMEAUGUST 16, 2020

7:00 a.m. – Pro Populo, 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m.

TAKE COURAGE. IT IS I: DO NOT BE AFRAID.

Extremity, the utmost limit of what we believe to be possible, is often where we have the most profound encounters with God—reflecting on the readings for this weekend and my upcoming departure to join the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia has reminded me of this mysterious truth. In the readings, Elijah and St. Peter both follow God to the limit, following His call into the desolate heights and the raging waves. When they have the courage and faith to trust Him more than they trust themselves, He shields them from dangers and gently reassures them. In the midst of uncertainty, they encounter God’s consoling presence in a light whisper or helping hand.I know that by calling me to religious life Jesus is leading me to extremity. For years I had thought, “No, Lord, I can’t do that!” But, of course, He knew better. Now that the time is right, He is giving me the courage and faith to follow. It does seem like an odd time to be leaving my family and all that is familiar and starting a new journey. That journey could lead anywhere, since the sisters serve and teach everywhere from Alabama to Australia. It is the most exciting thing I have ever done, and it will take me far beyond my limits. However, the examples of Elijah and St. Peter remind all of us that, even when we are pressed to our limits by sacrifices, trials, uncertainty, and hard decisions, we don’t need to fear. When we are at our limits, Jesus is always there to reassure us and lift us up to Himself.Along with nine other faith-filled young women, I will be joining the Dominican Sisters in Nashville, Tennessee in just a few weeks. My original entrance date was August 15th, but in order to accommodate a two-week quarantine ahead of time that day was moved to August 22nd. Please continue to pray for my family and me during this transition. I am so grateful for everyone who has helped me to take courage and follow God’s call! Without the support of my family, friends, and our beautiful parish, I could never have made it this far. Thank you!

Your sister in Christ, Colleen Wilson

P.S. If you want to learn about the Dominican Sisters, their website offers a lovely glimpse into their joyful life: https://www.nashvilledominican.org

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Growing up in Canal Fulton, my mother would take us to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation at St. Francis de Sales. In doing so, we would often go to Fr. Byrider for confession. It served to be a beautiful time of encounter with our Lord. Oftentimes, I would leave the celebration of Reconciliation with a deep sense of peace. Looking back on those days, I remember him giving me a couple items that still hold dear to me today.

I recall receiving something truly helpful during a time when I was anxious and worried about things. In that moment, he gave me a little card that had the 10 Commandments of Fr. Byrider: A Recipe for Peace of Soul and Happiness. The first stated: “Thou shalt not worry, for worry is the most unproductive of all human activities.” And the second: “Thou shalt not be fearful, for most of the things we fear never come to pass.” These truths were so helpful to me then and are still very helpful today.

Secondly, I remember him giving out hand-size crucifixes during Confession. They were beautiful to hold on to and to remember who Jesus was and is in our lives. I recently found out that he would give a prayer called “Your Cross” by St. Francis de Sales with this gift.

One day, Fr. Byrider gave me one of these crucifixes. Years later, I gave that away to someone in need. I mentioned this to Fr. Bline when I entered the seminary. In just a few weeks, I received a card from Fr. Schleicher with a crucifix in it. It was one of Fr. Byrider’s last crucifixes. I still have this one and probably won’t give it away.

Just this past week, on August 4, we celebrated the Feast Day of St. John Vianney. He was a saint who loved to offer God’s mercy and love through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. He would often spend up to 16 hours a day in the confessional. Like Fr. Byrider, St. John Vianney knew the importance of the cross in our lives, as he writes: “the saints all loved the cross and found in it their strength and their consolation.”

Perhaps you still have the 10 Commandments of Fr. Byrider or one of his crucifixes in your home? It may be a good time to find them and pray with them this week! Or maybe you could come to Mass on Saturday morning at 8:15 to not only celebrate the Feast of the Assumption, but also to pray for the repose of the soul of Fr. Byrider, who died on August 15, 1999.

God’s peace and joy be with you,Fr. Jeremy

SAINT FRANCIS DE SALES CHURCH AKRON, OHIO

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WEDDING BANNSIII Kurt Richards & Olivia Clark

II Cody Pignotti & Megan McShane

COLLECTION INFORMATIONThe collection for August 2nd was $15,482.00. Our parish is truly blessed by your generosity!

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRYThe Prayer Shawl Ministry meetings continue to be suspended until the Diocese of Cleveland gives the okay for meetings to resume. If at any time you need to pick up yarn, cards, or if you need a shawl to give away, please call Ginny or Barb and we will meet you at Nativity of the Lord Jesus Church. Ginny: 330-644-4132; Barb: 330-699-4769.

THE CHRIST CHILD SOCIETYThe Christ Child Society of Akron has been serving the area community for over 60 years. We are a group of 300 women, of all ages, whose mission is to empower children and their families through loving, compassionate and hands-on service in support of basic human needs. Many of our fellow parishioners are already members. We would love to have you join us!Applications are available through https://drive.google.com/file/d/13jBLuVYd92NQDOUePAfMEHKf2aC9JO-x/view or by contacting Lori Phillips, 330-608-1920. Applications this year are due on August 15, 2020. For more information on Christ Child Society of Akron, please go to our website: christchildsocietyofakron.org.

2ND ANNUAL CLEVELAND CATHOLIC WOMEN’S CONFERENCE

Registration for the live-streamed conference will open on August 17 and will be $25.00. To register, visit the website at www.clecatholicwomen.org. Each registered participant before October 1 will receive a “conference care package” in the mail that includes a beautiful journal/workbook to use throughout the day and a few other special items.

REST IN PEACEPlease remember in your prayers the soul of Virginia Anne Peterson, mother of Jodi Payne of our parish. May perpetual light shine upon her and may the Lord console her family and friends.

HOLY ANGELSGod intended for us to work together with the Holy Angels to accomplish His will. How do we do this? Anyone interested in learning more about the Holy Angels is welcome to come to the Angels 101 talk on Wednesday August 19th at 6:00 p.m. In order to comply with social distancing rules, you must reserve your space, as space is limited. We will meet in the Upper Room. Masks are required. Call the parish office at (330) 644-2225 by Tuesday, August 18th if you plan to come. If we run out of space, a Zoom call will be set up for additional attendees, and you will receive the login credentials when you call to reserve your place. There will be a discussion from 7:15-8:30. The topics will be: How and why should we develop a love for the cross and Drawing strength from the Holy Eucharist (letters 10 and 11 for those in formation for consecration to their guardian angel).Mark your calendars now for Wednesday, October 7th at 6:00 p.m. Fr. Wolfgang Seitz from the Canons Regular of the Holy Cross and Opus Angelorum will give a talk from 6:00-7:00 p.m. and Mass will follow. All who are approved to make their Guardian Angel consecration will be invited to do so at Mass. More details coming…

BENEFIT DINNER FORCHRIST THE BRIDEGROOM MONASTERY

You’re invited to the “Bridegroom’s Banquet,” a benefit dinner for the nuns of Christ the Bridegroom Monastery, on Saturday, November 7, at a new location: St. Elias Melkite Catholic Church in Cleveland. There is no cost to attend the dinner, but registration is required by October 26. Adults 21 and older may attend. Enjoy a buffet dinner, entertainment, and an evening with the nuns and their guests. Learn more about and support the nuns and their life of prayer and hospitality. Donations given at the event or designated ahead of time will be doubled by matching donors. If an in-person event is not possible, a live online event may be held. For more information and to register, please visit www.christthebridegroom.org or call 440-834-0290.

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