Welcome to St. Michael
Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Church is located near the Belden Village Area and the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
All are welcome.
DIRECTIONS
PARISH AND DIOCESAN UPDATES:
BISHOP'S APPEAL | VACCINES | MORE
Gatherings @ St. Michael (In-Person and Online)
MASS IN-PERSON MASS ONLINE PRAYER EXPERIENCES MUSICAL MEDITATIONS
LIVESTREAM: MASS FOR FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
LIVESTREAM
In-Person and Livestream
Fifth Sunday of Easter
Saturday | 4:00pm (Livestreamed)
Sunday | 8:30am, 11am, 5:30pm
Sunday | 3pm Confirmation (Livestreamed)
LIVESTREAMS
Rosary in May
Sundays in May
8am (Before 8:30am) Mass | Church
After 5:30pm Mass | Chapel
May is a month traditionally dedicated to Mary. We will pray the Rosary at two times each Sunday during May, beginning May 2nd. You can join us on Sunday mornings at 8am in the Church - before the early Mass. Or join us after the 5:30pm Mass, in the chapel.
ZOOM FAITH SHARING
Catholic Conversations
Tuesdays, 7pm | Zoom
Each week. we explore scripture and discuss a key Catholic topic.
EMAIL JUSTIN FOR THE ZOOM LINK
and a "preview" of each week's conversation
ZOOM FAITH SHARING
Women's Book Study
Alternate Wednesdays, 9:30am | Zoom
Now beginning a study of Richard Rohr's Book, The Universal Christ.
Men's Fellowship
Alternate Mondays, 6:30pm | Zoom
Discussing the U.S. Catholic Catechism for Adults
EMAIL JUSTIN FOR THE ZOOM LINKS and more information
ST. MICHAEL ORIGINAL SONG
Sing Alleluia is an original song by Pastoral Musician and Social Justice Ministries Director, Jeff Fricker. It was inspired by our joyful pastor who dances down the aisle at the end of Mass! Fr. Benson Okpara inspires us to spread the Good News while smiling and dancing and loving everyone we meet!
Parish and Diocesan News and Reminders:
Serving, Giving, Growing
Bishop's Appeal and Bishop Bonnar's First Pastoral Letter
Two-thirds of this appeal goes to the work of Catholic Charities, and the remainder supports diocesan ministries that our parish relies on. With the pandemic these ministries have become even more critical, and especially the needs of Catholic Charities, which is serving more and more people.
Considering this great need, the diocese has set an ambitious goal of $4 million, and our parish goal is $195,800. Our parish has been a leader in this campaign in the past, and we are asked to lead again this year. As of April 29th, St. Michael's parishioners have committed almost $130,000, which is 66% of our parish goal. We are now second in the diocese in total dollars committed. And we are third in number of participating households, with 469. Commitment envelopes are available in the gathering space, and you can donate online below.
Thank you for supporting Catholic Charities and our Diocese.
Bishop David Bonnar has also released his first pastoral letter,Testify to the Light. In it, Bishop Bonnar offers encouragement to the diocesan Church during this pandemic, invites us to make prayer a priority, and suggests an exciting path forward for our diocesan Church.
READ TESTIFY TO THE LIGHT BISHOP'S EASTER MESSAGE
Church Statements on Vaccines
Father Benson has received his vaccination doses, and (along with Pope Francis and the U.S. and Ohio Bishops) is encouraging parishioners to as well, when it becomes available to you. U.S. Bishops write that receiving vaccines “ought to be understood as an act of charity toward the other members of our community.”
Because of the ways in which the vaccines were developed, and with the aim of forming our consciences and culture to promote respect for human life, the bishops ask us to receive the Moderna or Pfizer vaccines if we are given the opportunity to choose a vaccine. But recognizing that often individuals do not have a choice of which vaccine to receive, Bishop Kevin Rhoades, chairman of the USCCB Committee on Doctrine, notes that, "the Vatican has made it clear that all the COVID vaccines recognized as clinically safe and effective can be used in good conscience."
Thank you for being vaccinated, as a way of protecting yourself and your family, and also the most vulnerable during this time of worldwide suffering.
U.S. BISHOPS VIDEO U.S. BISHOPS STATEMENT OHIO BISHOPS OHIO BISHOPS UPDATE
Families Growing in Faith and Youth Ministry
Register for the 2020-2021 Year
For the time-being, to register for faith formation, or for any questions, please contact Julie Sutton at julie@stmichaelcanton.org or (330) 492-3119, ext. 219. For questions about Youth Ministry, contact Rachel Shumar at rachel@stmichaelcanton.org or (330) 492-3119, ext. 222. This year included digital resources and interaction.
Families Growing in Faith Website
Resources for Families and Parents
St. Michael Youth Ministry
Register now and get access to our virtual gatherings
ALSO: Resources, prayers, videos, and websites
Pastoral Care, Food Pantry, Mental Health
Our Temporary Food Pantry serving St. Michael parishioners continues.
If you are experiencing food insecurity, and wish to access our temporary food pantry, please contact Jeff Fricker by email or by phone: (330) 492-3119, ext. 214
Stephen Ministry
If you or someone you know is struggling with anxiety, feeling isolated, or feeling overwhelmed, please contact Julie Sutton at (330)492-3119 ext. 219 or julie@stmichaelcanton.org. Stephen Ministers are avaliable for tele-support!
MENTAL HEALTH, ANXIETY, PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Covid-19 Hub from the National Catholic Partnership on Disability - Mental Health, Caregivers, Persons with Disabilities
We Need Your E-Mail Address!
Please click here to update your e-mail. Thank you!
Online Giving
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We have a new platform for online giving. In coming months, we will also use this new platform for additional ways to connect with St. Michael's ministries and activities. If this is your first time giving with our new platform, you will be asked to set up a new password when you enter your email address. Thank you for making your donation here. | Please contact Bruce Gordon in the parish office with any questions or difficulties: (330) 492-3119, extension 211; bruce@stmichaelcanton.org.
We thank all who have continued your financial support of the ministries of St Michael Catholic Community. Your support as it has been amazing - especially since we know that so many are hurting right now. And, we ask that you review your existing level of support. Use online giving if you can and please increase your contribution where your circumstances permit.
Remembering Bishop Murry
Remembering Bishop George Murry
Funeral Mass, Parishioner Memories, and Photos
Father Benson quoted in Canton Repository Article about Bishop Murry
Bishop Murry Diocesan Remembrance Page
Obituary, Photo Gallery, Videos of Bishop Murry's Talks
Masses
Weekends:
Saturday 4:00pm;
Sunday 8:30am, 11:00am, 5:30pm
Details
St Michael Mass Online
Holy Days:
6:45am, 9am, 7pm
Weekdays:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday, 6:45am (Chapel)
Communion Service ~
Thursday 6:45am (Chapel)
Details
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Every Other Saturday at 11am
Next: April 24th, May 8th
Please wear a mask and maintain social distancing.
Parish Office Hours
Monday - Friday By Appointment 9:00am - 2:00pm
Adoration at the Window
Continues in our Lower Parking Lot, Thursdays, 9am - 6pm
Currently replaces Eucharistic Exposition in our Chapel
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Note: We have a new platform for online giving. If this is your first time giving with our new platform, you will be asked to set up a new password when you enter your email address. Thank you for making your donation here.
Please contact Bruce Gordon in the parish office with any questions or difficulties: (330) 492-3119, extension 211; bruce@stmichaelcanton.org.
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