Rev. Anthony J. Suso Pastor

asuso@stcolumbkilleparish.org

Rev. Edwin M. Leonard Parochial Vicar

Rev. Michael Petkosek Parochial Vicar

Deacon Paul Kutolowski Permanent Deacon

paul.kutolowski@gmail.com

Mr. Andrew Richards School Principal

Mrs. Shari Chmura Director of Faith Formation

Mr. Jon Thibo Director of Music

Mr. Christopher Zgrabik Director of Youth Ministry

School: (216) 524-4816 Fax: (216) 524-4153

www.stcolumbkilleschool.org

Parish Registration: Please register at the parish office

during our business hours or online at our website.

Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday,

8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Masses: Saturday Vigil, 4:00 p.m.; Sunday, 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 12:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 8:15 a.m.

Reconciliation Saturday, 2:30-3:30 p.m., after 4:00 p.m. Vigil Mass, the Thursday before the First Friday of each month 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. and by appointment; please call the parish office or speak to a priest.

Baptism: Celebrated on most Sundays after the 12:00 p.m. Mass. Preparation is required for parents before their first child’s Baptism. Please call the Parish Office to register.

Marriage: In keeping with Diocesan regulations, arrangements must first be made with a priest at least six months before the date selected to allow for required preparations.

Anointing of the Sick: This sacrament is available upon request by speaking with one of the priests.

6740 Broadview Road, Parma, Ohio 44134 • (216) 524-1987 • www.stcolumbkilleparish.org

Hope Peace Joy Love

THE SEASON OF

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PARISH MISSION AND VISION

Third Week of AdventMonday, December 14 – St. John of the CrossNm 24:2-7, 15-17a/Mt 21:23-27 8:15 a.m. Peter & Sally Blaszak

Tuesday, December 15 – Advent WeekdayZep 3:1-2, 9-13/Mt 21:28-32 8:15 a.m. Gary J. Topolski and Paul Maruna

Wednesday, December 16 – Advent WeekdayIs 45:6b-8, 18, 21c-25/Lk 7:18b-23 8:15 a.m. Anthony Ferrando and People of St. Columbkille

Thursday, December 17 – Late Advent WeekdayGn 49:2, 8-10/Mt 1:1-17 8:15 a.m. Jean Miller

Friday, December 18 – Late Advent WeekdayJer 23:5-8/Mt 1:18-25 8:15 a.m. Joyce Palinkas

Saturday, December 19 – Late Advent WeekdayJgs 13:2-7, 24-25a/Lk 1:5-25 8:15 a.m. Louis Hrovat 4:00 p.m. Joseph Olsavsky

Sunday, December 20 – Fourth Sunday of Advent2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16/Rom 16:25-27/Lk 1:26-38 8:00 a.m. Michael Monyak 10:00 a.m. James Monahan 12:00 p.m. Bob Kane, Jr.

PARISH VISION STATEMENTAs the Parish of Saint Columbkille, we strive to be a

welcoming, caring, Catholic family that transforms lives, proclaiming the Kingdom of God.

(Vision is about who we want to be in the future…)

PARISH MISSION STATEMENTAs missionary disciples of Jesus, being formed as a

community through Scripture and Sacraments, we are sent into the world to joyfully proclaim the Gospel with our lives.

(Mission is about what we do now…)

GAUDETE SUNDAY REJOICING!

This weekend we light the pink advent candle and traditionally the priests wear rose colored vestments at Mass to signify that we have reached the halfway point in our journey to Christmas. We use the word Gaudete, Latin for REJOICE, to highlight the fact that God is drawing ever closer to humanity through the miraculous birth of Jesus in our world.

Maybe you have been faithfully praying and lighting your advent wreath these past two weeks or perhaps you are just finding out for the first time that something called Advent even exists. Wherever you are in life, you are called to cultivate holiness. God is calling you like John the Baptist to prepare the way of the Lord in your families, schools, workplaces, and homes by creating holy moments in everyday life. Holy moments happen when you put aside your own plans and open yourself to what you believe God is calling you to do in the moment. What do I mean? Well, you created a holy moment when you decided to contribute to the Giving Tree to purchase a gift for someone in need. You create a holy moment by being patient with that coworker who is driving you crazy. You create a holy moment when you take time to call your elderly neighbor who just returned from the hospital recovering from hip surgery. I challenge you to create a holy moment this week and prepare the world for God in the flesh. Rejoice, for the world is about to change for the better…Emmanuel, God is with us. Never forget, the Lord is with us, always!Christmas Masses, Church Capacity and COVID Safety: Christmas is going to look and feel a bit different this year than in years past. We are taking extra precautions to clean and sanitize the church before our Christmas Masses. It is not a mortal sin to miss Mass right now as the Ohio Bishops have decided to continue dispensing Catholics from the Sunday obligation due to the pandemic. If you are feeling sick, have a pre-existing health condition or are of an advanced age please consider worshiping with us at home this year. We have 4:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Masess Christmas Eve and 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Masses Christmas Day. With social distancing procedures in place the church can only seat a maximum of 350 worshipers. Please keep this in mind when choosing which Christmas Mass to attend this year. In years past the most heavily attended Mass is 4:00 p.m. Christmas Eve so we are planning on live streaming this Mass to our website and Facebook pages for your convenience. If you want to avoid the largest crowds and want to worship in person, please consider joining with us at 10:00 p.m. Christmas Eve or at one of the Masses Christmas Day.

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PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES

REST IN PEACEMay all our deceased parishioners live forever

in the joy of the Resurrection…Edward Lucas, Rizalina Torio

PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK It is time to update our Please Pray For list. Please call the Parish Office at (216) 524-1987 if you wish to have you or your loved one’s name remain on the list. If we do not hear from

you by December 15th, the name(s) will be removed from the list. Thank you for your assistance with this.

Please keep in your prayers all the members of our parish who are ill.

If you would like your loved one’s or friend’s name on the Please Pray For list, please call the rectory office at (216) 524-1987. Please be sure that the person who is ill consents to have their name placed on the list.

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA)

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the ordinary means by which adults who, after hearing the mystery of Christ proclaimed,

purposely and freely seek the living God by formally inquiring with the Catholic Church. Through dedicated instruction and spiritual accompaniment, and with the help of God, those inquiring embark upon a journey of growth and conversion so that, at the proper time, they may fruitfully receive the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and First Eucharist).

Those who are not baptized, or have been baptized in another Christian tradition, and wish to explore full communion in the Catholic Church—as well as anyone who has stopped the active practice of the Catholic faith—are invited to contact Fr. Michael at (216) 524-1987 for information regarding the RCIA process. Spiritual accompaniment is available and formal instruction is ongoing. Please join us!

Please share this information with those who may benefit!

ADVENT NIGHT PRAYERJoin Father Suso on the remaining Sundays of Advent (December 13th and 20th) for Advent Adoration and Night Prayer at 7:00 p.m. in the Church. Spend just 20 minutes with Father Suso praying Night Prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours before Jesus in the Exposed Blessed Sacrament. Get your soul ready for Christmas!

WEEKLY SCRIPTURE PASSAGEAs we begin the second half of the Advent season,

let us pray together the verses from Saint Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians. Paul is offering us excellent advice about how we should live, not only in Advent but throughout every day of our life.

“Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. Do not quench the Spirit. Do not despise prophetic utterances. Test everything; retain what is good. Refrain from every kind of evil.

– 1 Thessalonians 5:18-22

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CHRISTMAS MASS AND CONFESSION SCHEDULE

ConfessionsMonday, December 21st – 7:00-8:00 p.m.Tuesday, December 22nd – 7:00-8:00 p.m.Wednesday, December 23rd – 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Masses

Christmas Eve:4:00 p.m. Live-streamed (Cantor, Organ, Piano and String Ensemble)6:00 p.m. (Cantors, Organ & Piano)10:00 p.m. Christmas Midnight Mass (Choir, Organ, Piano and String Ensemble)

Christmas Day:8:00 a.m. (Cantor, Organ & Piano)10:00 a.m. (Cantor, Chime Choir, Handbell Choir, Organ, Piano and String Ensemble)12:00 p.m. (Choir, Organ, Piano and String Ensemble)

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GOSPEL OF LIFE & FINANCIAL NEWS

THE GOSPEL OF LIFEThe words and deeds of Jesus and those of His Church

are not meant only for those who are sick or suffering or in some way neglected by society. On a deeper level they affect the very meaning of every person's life in its moral and spiritual dimensions. Only those who recognize that their life is marked by the evil of sin can discover in an encounter with Jesus the Saviour the truth and the authenticity of their own existence. Jesus Himself says as much: "Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick; I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance" (Lk 5:31-32).

But the person who, like the rich land-owner in the Gospel parable, thinks that he can make His life secure by the possession of material goods alone, is deluding himself. Life is slipping away from him, and very soon he will find himself bereft of it without ever having appreciated its real meaning: "Fool! This night your soul is required of you; and the things you have prepared, whose will they be?" (Lk 12:20).

33. In Jesus' own life, from beginning to end, we find a singular "dialectic" between the experience of the uncertainty of human life and the affirmation of its value. Jesus' life is marked by uncertainty from the very moment of His birth. He is certainly accepted by the righteous, who echo Mary's immediate and joyful "yes" (cf. Lk 1:38). But there is also, from the start, rejection on the part of a world which grows hostile and looks for the child in order "to destroy him" (Mt 2:13); a world which remains indifferent and unconcerned about the fulfilment of the mystery of this life entering the world: "there was no place for them in the inn" (Lk 2:7). In this contrast between threats and insecurity on the one hand and the power of God's gift on the other, there shines forth all the more clearly the glory which radiates from the house at Nazareth and from the manger at Bethlehem: this life which is born is salvation for all humanity (cf. Lk 2:11).

Life's contradictions and risks were fully accepted by Jesus: "though he was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that by His poverty you might become rich" (2 Cor 8:9). The poverty of which Paul speaks is not only a stripping of divine privileges, but also a sharing in the lowliest and most vulnerable conditions of human life (cf. Phil 2:6-7). Jesus lived this poverty throughout His life, until the culminating moment of the Cross: "He humbled himself and became obedient unto death, even death on a cross. Therefore God has highly exalted Him and bestowed on Him the name which is above every name" (Phil 2:8-9). It is precisely by His death that Jesus reveals all the splendour and value of life, inasmuch as His self-oblation on the Cross becomes the source of new life for all people (cf. Jn 12:32). In His journeying amid contradictions and in the very loss of His life, Jesus is guided by the certainty that His life is in the hands of the Father. Consequently, on the Cross, He can say to Him: "Father, into your hands I commend My spirit!"

(Lk 23:46), that is, my life. Truly great must be the value of human life if the Son of God has taken it up and made it the instrument of the salvation of all humanity!

ST. COLUMBKILLE OFFERTORY GIVING(Fiscal Year runs 7/1 thru 6/30)

Last Year Sunday to DateOSV Weekly Envelopes $ 9,118.00 $ 311,033.11Faith Direct Online Giving $ 0.00 $ 123,317.18Repairs and Maintenance $ 3,195.22 $ 62,399.00School Tuition Assistance $ 0.00 $ 19,537.89

Thank you for your generous support of St. Columbkille Parish. Our mission is to worship God, serve others and form disciples of Jesus Christ. This mission would not be possible without your prayers and giving of your time, talent and treasure. I invite you to please consider giving as you are able in one of the following ways: 1. Donate online using Faith Direct using this secure link: https://membership.faithdirect.net/OH668 2. Drop off your offertory envelope in church using one of the collection boxes located at the church doors. 3. Drop off your offertory envelope using the mail slot next to the rectory front door. 4. Mail your weekly envelope contribution to 6740 Broadview Road, Parma Ohio 44134.

Thank you for your generous support of our parish during our Worship God, Serve Others, Form Disciples Stewardship Program! We are beginning to see signs that our Sunday offertory collections are growing through the generosity of many, many parishioners. Thank you so very much to all who have chosen to participate in this very important program.

If you currently use Faith Direct electronic giving, please make sure you go into your account and update your giving to reflect your new commitment. If you do not remember what you have committed to or if you need help logging in to the electronic giving application, please contact Sharon Gullatta at the parish office. Your generosity shows your willingness, as a faithful steward, to be a part of the ongoing mission of St Columbkille.

Thank You for your continued generosity to our parish!

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WEEK-AT-A-GLANCE & PARISH MINISTRIES

WEEK AT A GLANCESunday, December 13 –Third Sunday of Advent 10:00 a.m. Holy Name Mass (no donuts) 7:00 p.m. Advent Night Prayer (Church) 7:00 p.m. Catching Fire

Monday, December 14 4:00 p.m. Chime Choir (Church) 7:00 p.m. Handbell Choir (Church) 7:00 p.m. R.C.I.A. (Parish Center)

Tuesday, December 15

Wednesday, December 16 7:00 p.m. Adult Choir (Church) 8:00 p.m. AA Meeting (Parish Center Basement)

Thursday, December 17 3:15 p.m. Red Cross Blood Drive (Parish Center) 7:00 p.m. Combined Choir Rehearsal (Church) 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon Beginners Meeting (Parish Center basement) 8:00 p.m. Al-Anon Meeting (See above)

First Friday, December 18 2:00 p.m. Patriotic Rosary (Parish Center)

Saturday, December 19 12:00 p.m. Youth Group (Parish Center) 2:30 p.m. Confessions in Church

Sunday, December 20 –Fourth Sunday of Advent Virtual Christmas Concert 7:00 p.m. Advent Night Prayer (Church) 7:00 p.m. Catching Fire

GOOD SAMARITAN ITEMS NEEDED Our Good Samaritan Ministry needs certain basic items to fill our pantry. The needed items are: canned meats, cake mix, cookies, crackers, canned fruit, coffee, peanut butter, jelly, jello and pudding, tea, toilet paper, paper towels, bar soap, laundry detergent

and dish detergent. We are also in need of cash donations to purchase food certificates for our needy families. Food deliveries can be made at the door at the rear of the Rectory between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

As a parish, you have always been very generous in the past and we know we can count on your continued support! Please stay safe during this trying time and thank you for your support of our needy families!

VIRTUAL PRE-BAPTISM CLASSES AVAILABLE The pre-baptism class is now available at your convenience and in the comfort of your own home! Parents about to celebrate the Baptism of their first child can now arrange with

Deacon Paul to attend the pre-baptism class virtually. If you’re in need of this class contact Deacon Paul at paul.kutolowski@gmail.com for details.

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERTThe Music Ministry of St. Columbkille Catholic Church,

under the direction of Jon Thibo, will present our annual Christmas Concert to be recorded for virtual distribution on Sunday, December 20, 2020. The concert features soloists, instrumentalists, choirs, and a string quartet.

We are very grateful to be sharing this gift of music, A Season of Joy and Hope to our parish community, but because of current COVID-19 issues, we will only have immediate family of the performers in the church in attendance and will send the concert out on our parish website shortly after the concert is recorded.

This year’s concert will feature our active choirs, Handbell Choir, Chime Choir and Adult Choir plus soloists on piano, organ and vocal solos all in the spirit of the Christmas Season. We hope you can enjoy this unique concert experience with us. All performers will be socially distanced and choir members will be in masks.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL“Do you want Our Lord to give you many graces? Visit

Him often. Do you want Him to give you few graces? Visit Him seldom. Visits to the Blessed Sacrament are powerful and an indispensable means of overcoming the attacks of the devil. Make frequent visits to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and the devil will be powerless against you.” St. John Bosco

The Eucharistic Adoration Chapel, located in the Parish Center, is open daily between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. You DO NOT need an appointment; you will, however, need a face mask and are asked to respect social distancing guidelines. Anyone interested in spending a specific hour each week with Jesus, please call Scott or Amanda at (216) 310-6831.

LITTLE KNIGHTS PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMIn preparation for our 2021-2022 School Year and

expanding our Little Knights program, please fill out this quick survey to gauge what is best for our families. Please go to the following link: Little Knights Preschool Program 2021-2022.

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PARISH MINISTRIES

REQUESTS FROM MALACHI CENTERWe wanted to share with you a few ways you can help

Malachi Center prepare for the holiday season. As we look ahead towards programming for the Winter, we ask for the following donations for our organization:

Winter Wonderland Decorations:May be gently used; color scheme of blue, silver and

gold; for use in decorating the Malachi Center for the children in our learning pod program.

Full-sized toiletries: Consistent need of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, paper towels and cleaners; distributed in kits to low-income families.

Blankets: New – for the homeless.To-Go meal containers: for the homelessJuice boxes: for learning pod programGallon Ziploc bags: for the homelessWe are also including links to our Amazonwishlists for the homeless shower program and winter supplies for the homeless:

Malachi Center Homeless Winter Duffel Bag Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/10JLNLCAVEBHD?ref_=wl_share - Distribute about 100 bags of clothing and winter supplies to the homeless.

Malachi Center Homeless Toiletries Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/H4H2C638BAGP?ref_=wl_share

Malachi Center Family Programming Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3VRN1MNGCGYHI?ref_=wl_share

BLOOD DRIVESt. Columbkille Church, Parish Center, 6740 Broadview Rd., Parma 44134. The Blood Drive will take place on Thursday, December 17, 2020, from 3:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Due to

Social Distancing, appointments are necessary! Please make your appointment @RedCrossBlood.org, or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

ATTENTION EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION AND LECTORS

Our next Ministry schedule for the month of December, 2020, has been posted on the Parish website.

NEW PARISHIONERSWe welcome our newest members to

the Saint Columbkille Parish family:Mr. & Mrs. Antonio Zeppetella

CATCHING FIRE – YOUNG ADULT GROUPOur “Catching Fire” young adult group (ages 18 to 39) meets periodically throughout the month. For more information or to join the group, please email catchingfirestcolumbkille@yahoo.com.

CATHOLIC MEN’S FELLOWSHIPDue to the latest COVID restrictions, Catholic Men’s

Fellowship will not meet until January 19th. Check the bulletin the week before for more details.

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA This year our entire school will be raising funds to purchase wreaths through the honorable organization known as Wreaths Across America. These wreaths will be placed at the tombstones of our Military

Personnel at Westview Cemetery located in Brunswick, Ohio on Saturday, December 19th, at noon.

Families may donate any amount to help support this event. Each wreath costs $15.00 and our school will receive $5.00 back for every $15.00 spent to be used towards any upcoming events that support Military personnel here at St. Columbkille School.

If you, other family or friends wish to support this event, please go to www.WreathsAcrossAmerica.org.

PERISHABLE FOODPlease do not leave any perishable food anywhere in

the Church, the Church vestibule, the Good Samaritan baskets or the Ushers’ Room. Also, do not leave perishable foods outside of the Rectory. Any perishable food left on the premises will be thrown out as we cannot be sure it would be safe to eat. Thank you!

GOT YARN?It seems those with the ability to crochet and knit have

been going to town since the pandemic resulting in a shortage of yarn to keep their fingers busy! Many people are staying home during this pandemic and letting their fingers work away the day, crocheting and knitting some wonderful afghans and assorted items to help those in need of warm clothing, etc. God bless them for their work! If you are able to share, please bring the yarn to the Rectory basement.

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IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS YOUTH GROUP ADVENT DAY OF

REFLECTION Join the St. Columbkille Youth Group in an Advent afternoon of fun, service, and prayer on Saturday, December 19th starting at 12:00 p.m. and ending after the 4:00 Mass. Grades 7-12 are

welcome! Lunch, hot cocoa, and fun will be provided while learning about the true meaning of Christmas. Social distancing and masks are required. For more information contact Chris Zgrabik (mr.chris.zgrabik@gmail.com)

DIOCESE OF CLEVELAND TO LAUNCH NEW ADVENT/CHRISTMAS RESOURCE WEBPAGE

The season of Advent is fast approaching. It is a wonderfully meaningful time in the Church. However, this year certainly will be different as together we cope with the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. All of us have been experiencing changes at Mass and other liturgical and spiritual activities due to our need to be physically distant and safe in parish gatherings. With the current pandemic guidelines in place, the question remains as to how do we best prepare our parishes, our families and ourselves to celebrate Advent and Christmas with complete intention?

With this in mind, the Diocese of Cleveland is preparing a special resource page on its website, dioceseofcleveland.org, to offer everyone a variety of user-friendly material aimed at helping to make this Advent and Christmas meaningful.

This new webpage will provide educational, formational and liturgical materials to be used by everyone to deepen their preparation and appreciation of the birth of Christ. In addition, information about how to connect with livestreamed and on-demand Masses will be available as will inspirational resources to help us fully enter into this holy season and better prepare ourselves to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ with a welcoming heart.

Watch for the new Advent/Christmas resources page posted on the diocesan website, dioceseofcleveland.org, during the week of November 23rd.

DIVINE MERCY HOLY HOURThere will be a Divine Mercy Holy Hour Sunday,

December 13th at 2:30 p.m. in Saint Monica Church. Please wear a mask. All are welcome!

OPLATKYDue to the complications from COVID, we will not be

selling oplatky this year. You can, however, buy oplatky, in packages of 4, at Henninger’s, 5227 West 137th Street, Brook Park, (216) 362-8860. Thanks for your understanding!

A ST. MALACHI THANK-YOU! This is the perfect time to thank you for being a dedicated friend of Malachi Center. This year was unlike any other and yet, you made an undeniable impact with your kindness and generosity. Thank you for your physical and monetary donations,

service and volunteer time, and presence at Malachi Center. We are a small organization and without you, we would not be capable of creating the community change we try to each year.

COVID-19 not only changed our day-to-day operations but also brought Malachi Center different and new community needs. We took a look at our services and adjusted to those needs.

This year, we held our annual summer camp for 25 1st through 8th grade children. Our summer campers were able to practice CDC guidelines and remain socially distant while still taking part in social-emotional learning activities, practicing literacy skills, and getting out and about and exploring Cleveland!

In 2020, we served 18 children in our learning pod program. This program was adapted from the After-school program starting in September and served the children during school hours every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. In a period of educational instability due to the pandemic, Malachi Center became a hub for student learning. Your donations provided 30 Chromebooks, hot meals, dividers for desktop stations, bulk snacks, PPE/masks, games, and crafts to 18 children, adapting to the changes and challenges of virtual learning.

In addition, our homeless shower program served approximately 1400 individuals, providing a clean shower, towel, and hygiene supplies to those in need.

In 2020, we distributed winter supplies to the homeless populations including hats, gloves, sweatshirts, thermal socks, emergency blankets, and hand/feet warmers. Your donation is keeping the homeless warm in spite of the unpredictability of Ohio winters.

Our Soup and God program brought 164 individuals together, providing a warm, home-cooked meal to the homeless men we serve. Your donations provided these men with fellowship, hot meals, and a break from the outdoors.

We also supplied around a hundred families with regular health and wellness supply kits. These kits included household cleaners, PPE/masks, hand sanitizer, and toiletries. Your donations provided supplies for each kit. We held a distribution day monthly to our families in need!

Thank you for all your help, generosity, and kindness in the midst of uncertainty. You make all the difference here at Malachi Center. Happy Holidays! We look forward to continuing to serve the community.

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HAVE YOU REGISTERED FOR FORMED YET? Father Suso purchased a subscription to offer you the

chance to have access to FORMED, the online gateway to the most amazing Catholic content in one place. With FORMED you can prepare for Sunday Mass by watching a five-minute video by renowned Catholic teachers, enjoy a movie with your family that is both nourishing and entertaining, enrich your marriage with an award-winning video series, Beloved: Finding Happiness in Marriage, help your children grow in character and embrace the beauty and wonder of the Faith and so much more. Register for FORMED and take advantage to grow in the Faith 24/7. It is FREE and easy to register. Visit formed.org with a web browser. Click on “Sign Up,” then “I belong to a Parish or Organization.” Type “St. Columbkille” in the box that opens, and a list will come up with numerous choices….select our parish. Click “Next” and then type your name and email. Finally, click on “Sign Up.” Then go to STUDY and watch Forgiven Episode 1 to experience FORMED. Fall in love with Jesus and become a missionary disciple.

ST. PIOO God,

You gave Saint PioOf Pietrelcina,

Capuchin priest,The great privilege

Of participatingIn a unique way

In the passion of Your Son,Grant me throughHis intercession

The grace of ……..Which I ardently desire;And above all grant me

The grace ofLiving in conformity

with the death of Jesus,to arrive at the gloryof the resurrection.

Amen

CHRISTMAS CONFESSIONSWant to go to Confession before Christmas?

Confessions are being heard on Monday, December 21st, Tuesday, December 22nd and Wednesday, December 23rd from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Church.

eGIVING WITH FAITH DIRECTFaith Direct enables parishioners to make their Parish

contributions electronically through either debit from their checking/savings account or through their credit/debit card. Visit www.faithdirect.net to enroll securely online. Our parish code is OH668. This program is optional. If you do not wish to participate, you will continue to receive your contribution envelopes as you are accustomed.

COVID VACCINE GUIDELINESYou can access the document from Bishop Malesic

outlining the moral guidelines regarding the COVID vaccines on our parish website and the diocesan website.

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“Family Owned and Operated”Member of Parish

DAVID T. REEDAttorney At Law - MBA, JD

Parishioner 35+ Years/Chorale216-573-7996

davidtreed@msn.comWills, Probate, Trusts, Tax, Guardianships,Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Corporate,

LLC’s, Partnerships, Employment/Labor LawHouse Calls/Free Initial Consultation

RICZO FUNERAL HOMEFamily Owned and Operated for Four Generations

Traditional • Cremation • Pre Need • Community RoomJohn Riczo, Jr., Parishioner

7462 State Rd. 440-842-4080

4772 Pearl Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44109 216-741-66614772 Pearl Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44109 216-741-66617327 Pearl Road, Middleburg Hts., Ohio 44130 440-243-61117327 Pearl Road, Middleburg Hts., Ohio 44130 440-243-6111

4640 Turney Rd., Garfield Heights, OH 44125 | 216.641.63217906 Broadview Rd., Broadview Heights, OH 44147 | 440.546.5353

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F A M I L Y F U N E R A L H O M E S

KRAYLANDSCAPING

Since 1969

Mowing • New LawnsShrubs • Drain TileBrick Patios/Walls

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL440-888-8314

SENIOR DISCOUNTS

Z DentistDr. Z. Hayek, D.D.S.Ann Chengery, Office Mgr. & Parishioner216-524-1551Caring & FriendlyComplete Family Dentistry7862 Broadview RoadCorner of Broadview & Sprague

Most insurance plans acceptedEmergencies &

New Patients Welcome

Big Enough to Deliver, Small Enough to Care

(216) 642-3195leehronek@yahoo.com

LEE F. HRONEK, BROKER

SENIOR REAL ESTATE SPECIALISTSENIOR REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST

Kolo-Hronek Realty

$2 OFF of a $10 purchasewith this ad

440-230-5451

COVENANTBooks & Gifts

Hours:M-W-F 10AM-6PM

T-T 10AM-8PMS 10AM-5PM

Royalwood Centre 12801 State Rd.

Furnaces • A/C Hot Water Tanks

State Certified216-351-6811

ISH’S LAWN CARELet us take care of your

lawn so you don’t have toChris - Entrepreneur

440-667-5799 FREE QUOTESVETERANS & SENIOR DISCOUNTS

CHURCHILL TOWERSComfortable Peaceful 55+ living9333 North Church Drive

Parma Heights, OH

440-843-2392Free Heat, Water, Sewer & Garage Parking

Broadview Multicare CenterProviders of Quality Skilled Nursing

and Rehabilitation for Nearly 50 YearsFamily Owned & Operated • Call of Visit us Today!

5520 Broadview Rd., Parma216-749-4010 • www.broadviewmulticare.com

Caterina’s Fine Jewelry and Gifts5160 Wallings Road • North Royalton, OH

(440) 582-2806Caterina Calabretta, Parishioner

Board Certified Podiatrist216-642-3668 (FOOT)

Langan Painting Co.Painting, Wallpaper,

Drywall & Plaster RepairsChad Langan (Parishioner)

440-526-3840

J & B Caulking & Restoration

Chimney RepairTuckpointing • Caulking

Masonry Work216-513-8236

restoreandcaulk@hotmail.com

5700 Broadview Road216-351-4295

www.firehawkautomotive.comFor all your Automotive needs!

FirehawkAUTOMOTIVE

All Saints Federal Credit Union St. Columbkille Branch

Hours: Sunday & Monday: Closed; Tuesday & Wednesday: 10:00-3:00; Thursday & Friday: 2:00-6:00, Saturday: 9:00-12:00 (216) 524-0414 FAX (216) 524-3678

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Savings federally insured to $250,000 by the NCUA (National Credit Union Administration).

MEMBER: CUNA

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The Gala Catering Company 7874 Broadview Road, Parma, Ohio 44134

Telephone 216.524.4042 Fax 216.524.1215

www.pazzoscatering.com • Parishioner

FLAT ROOF BY KENChimney Rebuilds • Commercial Gutters

Complete Roofing Services • Tear Offs/Repairs/Patching 24 Hour Service • Licensed • Bonded • Insured

216-661-3505 (H) - 216-407-8252 (C)

Celebrating Life Since 1927

356 W. Aurora RoadSagamore Hills, OH

330-467-4500

Burials, Cremations, Entombments

Prearrangement ServicesEstate Planning Services

Complete Luncheon FacilitiesMonument & Floral Selections

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Services, Complete Luncheon FacilitiesMonument & Floral Selections

356 W. Aurora Road Sagamore Hills, OH, 330-467-4500

Serving our Families for Over 106 Years

www.tomonfh.com

Compliments of

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TO ADVERTISE HERE, CALL

DEE PRINTINGAT 1-800-292-9020

Green Ideas Lanscaping, Inc.• Tree/Shrub Planting • Leaf Cleanup

• Weekly Mowing • Snow Removal

(216) 952-1904 • Free Estimates

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BLAHA’S LANDSCAPINGBLAHA’S LANDSCAPING& TREE SERVICE& TREE SERVICE

tree reMoval & triMMingAdam Blaha, Certified Arborist OH-6182A

440-336-0294440-336-0294

LANDSCAPINGLANDSCAPING

• Clean Up Mulch

• New Lawns Installed

• Planting Beds Installed

• Unilock Walls & Patios

• Sandstone Walls & Patios

330-659-0370Best deal in town!

TO ADVERTISE HERE, CALL

DEE PRINTINGAT 1-800-292-9020

"The #1 Referred Plumber in Ohio"www.MayerPlumbingCo.com

Mention this ad to receive 10% OFF your next

plumbing or heating repair*Not to exceed $300.00

440-885-2800

Since 1922MayerMayer Plumbing Plumbing

Rev. Anthony J. Suso Pastor

asuso@stcolumbkilleparish.org

Rev. James F. Mazanec Senior Parochial Vicar

Rev. Edwin M. Leonard Parochial Vicar

Deacon Paul Kutolowski Permanent Deacon

Mrs. Renee Cerny School Principal

Mrs. Shari Chmura Director of Faith Formation

Mr. Jon Thibo Director of Music

Mr. Christopher Zgrabik Director of Youth Ministry

School: 216-524-4816 or www.stcolumbkilleschool.org

Parish Registration: Please register at the parish office

during our business hours.

Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Extended Hours for Pick-up or Drop-off Only:

Monday & Wednesday, 4:30-8:00 p.m.

Masses: Saturday Vigil, 4:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.; Sunday, 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 12:00 p.m. Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m., Monday - Saturday, 8:15 a.m.

Reconciliation Saturday, 3:00 - 3:30 p.m., after 4:00 p.m. Vigil Mass, the Thursday before the First Friday of each month 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. and by appointment; please call the parish office or speak to a priest.

Baptism: Celebrated on most Sundays after the 12:00 p.m. Mass. Preparation is required for parents before their first child’s Baptism. Please call the Parish Office to register.

Marriage: In keeping with Diocesan regulations, arrangements must first be made with a priest at least six months before the date selected to allow for required preparations.

Anointing of the Sick: This sacrament is available upon request by speaking with one of the priests.

6740 Broadview Road, Parma, Ohio 44134 • (216) 524-1987 • www.stcolumbkilleparish.org

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Masses: Saturday Vigil, 4:00 p.m.; Sunday, 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 12:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 8:15 a.m.

Reconciliation Saturday, 2:30-3:30 p.m., after 4:00 p.m. Vigil Mass, the Thursday before the First Friday of each month 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. and by appointment; please call the parish office or speak to a priest.

Baptism: Celebrated on most Sundays after the 12:00 p.m. Mass. Preparation is required for parents before their first child’s Baptism. Please call the Parish Office to register.

Marriage: In keeping with Diocesan regulations, arrangements must first be made with a priest at least six months before the date selected to allow for required preparations.

Anointing of the Sick: This sacrament is available upon request by speaking with one of the priests.

6740 Broadview Road, Parma, Ohio 44134 • (216) 524-1987 • Rectory Fax: (216) 524-9146 • www.stcolumbkilleparish.org

ACCENT PLUMBING CO.(440) 843-5750

Paul ShayMaster Plumber

“A low price & the job done right”OH LIC# PL21997

RIDGE ROAD AUTO BODYCollision SpecialistEd Chengery, Owner Since 1973

Parishioner5242 Rid ge Roa d , Pa Rm a

216-661-0413

LIC.#45444 216-374-6090

BIG LOU’S ELECTRICLou SimonyiParishioner

• Licensed • Insured• Bonded

Since 1985 Lic # 12562Lic # 38062

Plumbing Repair • Bath RemodelingExcavation • Sewer & Drain Cleaning

HVAC and Water Heaters“Go with the Professionals – you made the right call”

Nick Keserich • Proprietor216.447.1868

7279 Broadview Rd., Seven Hills

Tony’s Plumbing WorksComplete Home Plumbing Services * Remodeling * Hot Water Tanks

(216) 299-3276 Lic #17408Tony DiMaria Owner/Parishioner FREE ESTIMATES

– Senior Discount 10% –Licensed • Bonded • Insured

Owner: Dave Polick FREE ESTIMATES

Kitchens ~ BathroomsWindows ~ Siding ~ Tile

Call 216-447-9112

Bush Remodeling & Repair Co.

Concrete & Waterproofing • StampingSpecializing in All Typesof Decorative Concrete

Dominic Florio, Parishioner440-773-0970

FLORIO & SONCEMENT

RIPEPIFUNERAL HOME5762 Pearl Road440-888-0800

Family Owned & Operated

Pre-need and Irrevocable TrustsComplete Funeral

Service Facility

HOPKO FUNERAL HOME6020 Broadview Road, Parma Ohio 44134

www.hopkofuneralhome.comJohn C. Hopko, Member of St. Columbkille Parish

Owned & Operated by the Hopko Family

Since 1913

216-661-0033

GOLUBSKI Funeral HomeFlorian Golubski, Jr. “Parishioner”

216-341-0940 Cleveland • 440-886-0200 ParmaOver 100 Years of Family Owned Continuous Service

MILETI OPTICAL& HEARING CENTER, EST. 1961

QUALITY • PRICE • SERVICE5957 STATE ROAD, PARMA

440-884-6333 • MILETIOPTICAL.COMCALL FOR FREE HEARING TESTS

HANDYMANNo Job too small!Ralph Ventura

Painting • Drywall • Plumbing • Electrical(440) 845-6272

(440) 590-5796 (Cell)

18149 Bagley Rd., Middleburg Hts.(440) 260-8800 • www.ARipepiandSons.com

A. RIPEPI & SONS Funeral Homes, Inc.

KnoteK Painting & Drywall

Hanging - Finishing - Repairs216-856-2753

www.PrecisionCorporation.com440-843-9500

$100 OFFany job $1,000 or more

Not valid with any other offer.Must present coupon at time of estimate.

WOODDecorative, privacy, picket and French Gothic wood fences

VINYLMaintenance-free vinyl fences

ORNAMENTALOrnamental steel, aluminum and iron fences

Being part of the neighborhood means caring about its parishioners.

We treat all of the families we serve as if they made our town what it is today,

because after all, they did.Broadview Road, Parma

Brecksville Road, Independence

Family Owned & Operated

CRAFTSMANDiligent * Artistic

JOHN KRAJACIC 216-351-8502Mary Queen of Peace & Pro-Life

REMODELING PLASTERINGNEW ADDITIONS WALL PAPERINGELECTRICAL TO CODE PAINTINGPLUMBING TILE • LINOLEUMFINISH CARPENTRY HOME REPAIRS

ANN M. KNOTEKPAINTING

Wood StainingWallpaper Removal

216-661-1101Life Insurance Since 1879216-341-0444

Annuity/IRA at 3% for Members1.5% for Non-Members (new business)

with guarantee 1%Rates subject to change

Email: insurance@czechccu.orgWebsite: www.czechccu.org

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6740 Broadview Road, Parma, Ohio 44134 • (216) 524-1987 • www.stcolumbkilleparish.org

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For more information visit www.ths.org/admissions

12425 Granger Road Garfield Heights, Ohio 44125 | 216-581-1061

We Get Students College And Career Ready!

For more information visit www.ths.org/admissions

12425 Granger Road Garfield Heights, Ohio 44125 | 216-581-1061

We Get Students College And Career Ready!

For more information visit www.ths.org/admissions

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HVAC and Refrigeration Service Since 1923

www.SodexoRoth.com833.860.3276

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Supplements; GiftsPam Tindal 440-582-8338

Independent Business Ownerptindal4838@yahoo.com

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EXTREME DETAIL/Remodeling, HVACFinest Quality CraftsmanshipDesign/Build, You Dream, I Build!

Dean Strauss – Owner/Parishioner216-213-8880 • dws6952@yahoo.com

Your Local Roofing Expert 216-394-7663 ModernRoof.net6780 Parkgate Oval Seven Hills, 44131

We Get Students College And Career Ready!

For more information visit www.ths.org/admissions

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We Get Students College And Career Ready!

For more information visit www.ths.org/admissions

12425 Granger Road Garfield Heights, Ohio 44125 | 216-581-1061

TO PLACE AN AD, CALL DEEDEE PRINTINGPRINTINGAT 1-1800-292-9020

Rev. Anthony J. Suso Pastor

asuso@stcolumbkilleparish.org

Rev. Edwin M. Leonard Parochial Vicar

Rev. Michael Petkosek Parochial Vicar

Deacon Paul Kutolowski Permanent Deacon

paul.kutolowski@gmail.com

Mr. Andrew Richards School Principal

Mrs. Shari Chmura Director of Faith Formation

Mr. Jon Thibo Director of Music

Mr. Christopher Zgrabik Director of Youth Ministry

School: (216) 524-4816 Fax: (216) 524-4153

www.stcolumbkilleschool.org

Parish Registration: Please register at the parish office

during our business hours or online at our website.

Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday,

8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.