Celebrate Black Catholic History
Black Catholic History Month was first celebrated in November 1990, on the 350th Anniversary of the death of St. Martin de Porres. In addition to St. Martin, leading lights of African descent from early Christianity include SS. Augustine of Hippo, Cyril of Alexandria and the second century Pope, St. Victor I. Today, there are 200 million Catholics of African descent world wide. Learn more here.
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Virtual Advent Calendar!
Our Advent Calendar was designed with children, teens and adults in mind. Start the calendar on Thanksgiving Day and come back each day through the season of Advent and Christmas. There are videos, recipes, crafts, scriptural reflections and prayers to help you "Prepare the Way of the Lord"!
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African American Ministry
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Vocations Podcast
Meet Cary Dabney, Director of the Office of Ministry to African American Catholics, in the latest episode of the Created & Called podcast, brought to you by the Vocation Office of the Diocese of Cleveland. Hear about Cary's conversion from Jehovah's Witness to Catholicism, his journey to marriage, and what his office is doing in the current cultural climate.
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Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
The Vatican and the World Council of Churches have designated January 18-25, 2021, the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. Prayers, reflections and other material for liturgical use and publication are available at geii.org.
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In an effort to learn more about the realities facing lay ecclesial ministers in the U.S., the USCCB has created a survey that any and all lay leaders and clergy are invited to fill out in English here or in Spanish here. The deadline for filling out the survey is December 15, 2020.
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First Friday Rosary
Friday, December 4, 2020
A First Friday Rosary will follow the 12:00pm Mass. Join us by livestream on Facebook @DOCParishLife.
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Advent Reflections @GodinCleveland!
Follow @GodinCleveland on Instagram and Facebook during Advent for a one-minute video reflection each day on where people have discovered @GodInCleveland in their everyday lives. If you have a reflection idea to offer for the series contact Mike Hayes, Director of Young Adult Ministry.
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Studies show COVID-19 has far-reaching effects on the mental health of children, teens and adults. We must continue to focus on prevention of abuse during these challenging times. Safe, stable, and nurturing environments and relationships allow children to feel safe and to thrive.
If you know of or suspect abuse
REPORT!! Posters for the child abuse hotlines for each county in our diocese can be found here.
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The Guadalupe Webinar
Saturday, December 5, 7-8:30pm (Sp)
Saturday, December 12, 7-8:30pm (Eng)
Learn about the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe via Zoom. For information about the presentation in Spanish, click here, or contact Misael Mayorga. For information about the presentation in English, click here or contact Miguel Chavez.
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Comfort, Consolation and Creativity: Open Forum for Pastoral Care Ministry
Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020, 2-3:30pm
Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020, 7-8:30pm
All those in pastoral care ministry are invited to a virtual forum in anticipation of a holiday season profoundly affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Join us in the spirit of offering support and creativity as we navigate through the Advent and Christmas seasons together. This session will be offered twice, via Zoom. To participate, email Jason Lewis or call 216-696-6525 x 2324.
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The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM) website hosts a plethora of previously recorded webinars on topics ranging from mental health resources, to ministry during COVID, to managing personal finances during a crisis. The webinars are free until January. Check out their website to see what might benefit you and your ministry. Future webinars will be available to non-members for $10 each.
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Did you know?
The USCCB's Committee for Religious Liberty has identified November 22, the Solemnity of Christ the King, as a day to promote the Church’s teaching on religious freedom. Read the USCCB's statement on Religious Liberty and find other resources here.
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"The right to religious freedom has its foundation in the very dignity of the human person. Religious freedom is the human right that guarantees all other rights — peace and creative living together will only be possible if freedom of religion is fully respected."
-Archbishop Thomas Wenski, Chairman of the Committee for Religious Liberty
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We are Called to Dialogue
At a time of isolation, suffering and troubling cultural and political polarization, the new Directory for Catechesis reminds us, "The Church must enter into dialogue with the world in which it lives. It has something to say, a message to give, a communication to make." Read a reflection by Marilyn Santos, Associate Director, USCCB Secretariat of Evangelization & Catechesis.
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Diocesan Advent and Christmas Webpage Launched!
The Diocese of Cleveland has launched a new webpage to help the faithful prepare for the coming of Advent and Christmas. Educational, formational and liturgical materials are offered for use by parishes, families and individuals to deepen their preparation for and appreciation of the birth of Christ.
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