St. Teresa of Avila Parish

O gracious God, our shepherd and guide,
look with love on Francis your servant,
whom you have appointed as
successor to Saint Peter.
Grant him courage and wisdom,
and fill him with love for your people.
May he serve with fidelity all those
whom you have entrusted to his care
and bring your Church together in unity of
heart and purpose
as we seek to fulfill the mission of
your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit
for ever and ever. Amen.

In honor of this important celebration, a home based Scripture Study will be offered to you each week in the bulletin and parish web site, until the end of the Church year on the last weekend of November 2013. The focus of this Scripture Study will be the Gospel of Luke, which corresponds to the Sunday readings for the current Church cycle. Hopefully, all parishioners will take 10 minutes to read the short passages each week, use the brief weekly scripture guide, and grow closer to God through reflecting on His Word.

A warm Thank You once again to the devoted PSR teachers who spent their time sharing our faith with the young people of our parish. You are very much appreciated!

If you have questions call the rectory at 934-4227. Watch the website for Registration forms and schedules for the Fall of 2013.

Thank you to all the children of the Parish who participated with such love and excitement during these special Masses. We also thank the adults who helped organize and guide the children so that the celebrations went smoothly.

The small group study dates: Wednesdays, June 5 - July 10 at 7 p.m. (see attachment for more information)

This commission is a volunteer group of parishioners who sponsor bible studies, adult eduation programs, parish missions and retreats.

Our beautiful and modern Parish Life Center is available for your next event.

Examples of events held at the hall include corporate training sessions, wedding receptions, graduation parties, baby showers, family reunions, steak fries, retirement parties, office parties, monthly organizational meetings, and health events. We are conveniently located near I-90 at the large intersection of Abbe Rd (301) and Colorado (611).

See the Hall Rental Information sheet below for more details including rental fees.

Thank you to all who made donations to the Shower for Mary to benefit BirthRight of Lorain County.!

Our donations are more important than ever! The Mother Cabrini Food Pantry has had drastic cuts in grant money and the need for donations from the community has increased.
Thank You to all who have donated. Our next collection will be July 6 & 7, 2013. If you have not donated please consider giving next weekend. NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS OR CASH are very much appreciated and can be deposited in the containers in the rear of the church.