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Dear Parish Bulletin Reps:  February is dedicated to the Holy Family.`  The Holy Father’s intentions for February, 2021:  Violence Against Women:  We pray for women who are victims of violence, that they may be protected by society and have their sufferings considered and heeded.  Feasts for February:  Presentation of the Lord (2/2), Blaise (2/3), Agatha (2/5), Paul Miki and Companions (2/6), Josephine Bakhita (2/8), Scholastics (2/10), Our Lady of Lourdes (2/11), Chair of St. Peter (2/22).  “May our home be filled with joy.  May sincere affection, patience, tolerance, and mutual respect be freely given to all.” ~ St. Padre Pio.

Zion United Methodist Church in Whitehouse will host its 4^th Annual Electronics Recycling Day on Saturday, 1/23, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the church parking lot. The event is free and open to the public. Zion is located at 10926 Maumee Street in Whitehouse. All are invited to come and dispose of their unwanted electronic devices in an environmentally responsible way. More information can be found on Zion’s web site: www.zionumcwhitehouse.org.

January 3
Worship: Second Sunday of Christmas
“God delivers the needy when they call.” -Psalm 72
Sermon: “These Lives are Precious”

January 10
Worship: Baptism of Our Lord
“My God gives strength to the people and blesses the people with peace.”
-Psalm 29
Sermon: “Awe and Wonder”

Dear Parish Bulletin Reps:  December is dedicated to the Immaculate Conception, which is celebrated this year on December 9.  The Holy Father’s Intentions for the Month of December, 2020:  For a life of prayer.  We pray that our personal relationship with Jesus Christ be nourished by the Word of God and a life of prayer.  Feasts for December:  Frances Xavier (12/3), Ambrose (12/7), Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary (12/8), Juan Diego (USA) (12/9), Our Lady of Guadalupe (12/12), John of the Cross (12/14), Peter Canisius (12/21), Christmas (12/25), Stephen (12/26), Holy Family (12/27), Holy Innocents (12/28), Thomas Becket (12/29), Sylvester I (12/31).  “Always stay close to our Heavenly Mother because she is the sea to be crossed to reach the shores of Eternal Splendor.” ~ St. Padre Pio.

Dear Parish Bulletin Reps: November is dedicated to the Souls in Purgatory, whose feast is celebrated on November 2, 2020. The Holy Father’s Intentions for the Month of November, 2020: Artificial Intelligence: We pray that the progress of robotics and artificial intelligence may always serve humankind. Feasts for November: All Saints (11/1), Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (11/2), Martin de Porres (11/3), Charles Borromeo (11/4), Martin de Porres, Veterans Day (USA) (11/11), Josephat (11/12), Frances Xavier Cabrini (11/13), St. Albert the Great (11/15), Margaret of Scotland, Gertrude (11/16), Elizabeth of Hungary (11/17), Presentation of Mary (11/21), Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe (11/22), Clement I, Columban, Blessed Miguel Agustin Pro (USA), (11/23), the Solemnity of Christ the King (11/24), Andrew (11/30). “We must empty Purgatory with our prayers. ~ St. Padre Pio.

Dear Fellow Parish Bulletin Reps:  October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary. The Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary is celebrated on October 7, 2020. The Holy Father’s intentions for the Month of October, 2020:  The Laity’s Mission in the Church.  We pray that by the virtue of baptism the laity, especially women, may participate more in areas of responsibility in the Church. Feasts for October:  Therese of the Child Jesus (10/1), Guardian Angels (10/2), Bl. Francis Xavier Seelos (10/5), Bruno (10/6), Our Lady of the Rosary (10/7), Teresa of Jesus (10/15), Hedwig, Margaret Mary Alacoque (10/16), Ignatius of Antioch (10/17), Paul of the Cross (10/20), John Paul II (10/22), John of Capistrano (10/23), Anthony Claret (10/24), Simon and Jude (10/28). “The Rosary is the weapon of defense and salvation.” ~ St. Padre Pio.

Worship in Lusher Park, Haskins, Ohio Sunday at 10:00 am. Bring a chair and food to share. Communion on the 1st Sunday. Mark optional, social distancing will be followed.

August 23: Worship: 12th Sunday after Pentecost
Scriptures: Isaiah 51:1-6; Psalm 138;
Romans 12:1-8; Matthew 16:13-20
Sermon: “Let Anyone Who Has Ears LISTEN!”
I’m sure you’ve heard the old adage- God gave us 2 ears and 1

August 30: Worship: 13th Sunday after Pentecost/ Sharing
Of Star Word Lessons
Scriptures: Jeremiah 15:15-21; Psalm 26:1-8;
Romans 12:9-21; Matthew 16:21-28
Sermon: “Overcoming Evil With Good”

Dear Fellow Parish Bulletin Reps:  September is dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows.  The Holy Father’s Intentions for the Month of September: The Protection of the Oceans:  That politicians, scientists and economists work together to protect the world’s seas and oceans. 

Dear Fellow Parish Bulletin Reps:  August is dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.  The Holy Father’s Intentions for August:  The Maritime World:  We pray for all those who work and live from the sea, among them sailors, fishermen, and their families.  The main feasts of this month:  Alphonsus Liguori (8/1), John Vianney (8/4), Dedication of Mary Major (8/5), Transfiguration (8/6), Dominic (8/8), Clare of Assisi (8/11), Maximilian Kolbe (8/14), Assumption (8/15), St. Bernard (8/20), Pius X (8/21), Queenship of Mary (8/22), St. Rose of Lima (8/23), Louis of France (8/25), Monica (8/27), Augustine (8/28), Passion of St. John the Baptist (8/29).