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WEEKLY MASS SCHEDULE
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( Mass changes in effect August 1, 2024)​
CONFESSIONS
Saturdays 2:45-3:30
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Fr. Anthony's
Word of the Week
I was talking with someone in my office recently discussing the usual things: how pray more; trust Jesus more; go to Mary more; change habits; avoid sin; grow in virtue; and how to make it
through this valley of tears and go to heaven. He asked “Is there a book I can read for this?” He was joking a little but serious too. I smiled and looked at him, as if he should know the answer to that question. I pointed said “The Bible.” Everything that has been said about our faith, inspired by the saints, in our devotions, traditions and the celebration of Holy Mass ultimately comes from or points to the scriptures. What was the last time you grasped the bible in your hands? What was the last time you read a scripture and it stopped you, challenged you, comforted you or spoke to your heart what God wanted you to hear? For us cradle-Catholics we
were raised at a slight disadvantage. We were raised to pray, pray and pray, but not necessarily to pick up the bible. However, there are different ways of knowing the scriptures as part of the
regular flow of our Catholic devotion. You hear me speak frequently of “Morning Prayer.” The Breviary or Liturgy of the Hours has been a long-treasured practice of priests and religious, but is just as accessible to any of the faithful. It is a cycle of hourly, daily and weekly prayers. It
incorporates the Psalms, Canticles, Old Testament and Letters of the Apostles into your daily life. I now know certain Psalms by heart that I rejoice when I see but can pray anytime. When I
see certain scriptures come up, I am already prepared emotionally to let God touch and move me. You can buy the books or download the “iBreviary” app on your phone. Another great practice is reading the Daily or Sunday Mass Readings. I often use the USCCB website. Let God speak to you through the scriptures BEFORE Mass or even if you can’t go that day. There are also many great Catholic apps for daily scriptures: easy to commit to and doesn’t take long. I know many who like “Bible in a Year.”
If you want to know the Mysteries of the Rosary better, know the scriptures. If you want to understand what happens during the Mass, know the scriptures, especially the Old Testament. If
you want to enter more deeply into Biblical movies and shows, know the scriptures. If you want to know Jesus: who He was then and is now, know the scriptures. Also, when you come across
your favorite Church Hymns, look at the bottom of the page and see how many of them were inspired by scriptures written thousands of years before they were written. Ask me sometime for
some of my favorite scriptures.



***Save the Date***
St. Jerome Clambake
September 29, 2025

Saints of the Month
Who are the Saints for the month of July?
St. Thomas, Apostle , July 3, Patron of judges and architects
St. Anthony of Zaccaria, July 5, Patron of physicians, the poor and the Barnabite Order
St.Benedict , July 11, Patron of Europe, monks and religious orders
St. Kateri Tekakwitha , July 14, Patron of traditional ecology, Indigenous people and care for creation
St. Bonaventure , July 15, Patron of theologians
St. Camillus de Lellis, July 18, Patron of the sick
St. Lawrence of Brindisi, July 21, Patron of cooks, chefs and restauranteurs
St. Mary Magdeline, July 22, Patron of converts, penitent sinners and women
St. James, July 25, Patron of pilgrims, laborers, equestrians and veternarians
Ss. Joachim and Anne, July 26, Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary
St. Lazarus, July 29, Patron of healing and renewal
St. Ignatius of Loyola, July 31, Patron of Jesuits, soldiers and spiritual retreats
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Becoming Catholic through O.C.I.A.
To any of our Non-Catholic brothers and sisters,
How has the Lord been moving your heart lately? Where is He leading you? If you or
someone you know journey towards God feel drawn towards the Catholic faith, we invite you to simply explore how you might become fully initiated into the Catholic Church. Please inquire about our Order of Christian Initiation for Adults program. (RCIA) Wherever God is leading us or whatever movement He has placed our heart is necessary to follow. We have nothing to lose in seeking to discover His will. Remember, this is not a class. This is a journey of faith, of love and fellowship! For any questions or additional information, please contact the office or
Fr. Anthony Simone at (216) 481-8200 / asimone@stjeromecleveland.org . God Bless

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