A VIDEO MESSAGE FROM FR. DAVE
WORSHIP & PRAYER
- Ohio Bishops Extend Temporary Suspension At the recommendation of the governor Mike DeWine's office, the Catholic Conference of Ohio has extended the cancellation of in-person parish activities through May 3. See full the Conference's letter here.
- Sunday Mass is Live Streaming Online We had a few speed bumps on Wednesdays Adoration live stream, but we are now set to live stream from St. Francis this Sunday, 4/5 at 10 am. Please use this link to our channel to watch all live programs. Print a copy of the program and prayer bulletin below.
- Diocesan-Wide Lenten Retreat From St. Joseph Cathedral, Fr. Michael Kelly, Director of Spiritual Formation, Pontifical College Josephinum will lead a 3-part virtual retreat during Holy Week. Access the retreat at 4pm or 7pm online at the Diocesan YouTube Channel or Facebook page or listen on AM820.
- Mon., 4/6: Our Response to This Particular Holy Week
- Tue., 4/7: The Evil that Challenged the Last Supper
- Wed., 4/8: The Blessed Virgin Mary Guiding Us Through Holy Week
- From St. Joseph Cathedral The Diocese will broadcast the Chrism Mass and Triduum liturgies on AM820 and on both the Diocesan YouTube Channel or Facebook page. See their full schedule here.
See our Parish Holy Week Schedule Below
FAITH FORMATION
- Adult Faith Formation We're excited to introduce Connection Tip #2: Defining Moments. Use this study to help prepare for Sunday Mass readings. During this unique time where we cannot physically attend Mass, our hope and prayer is that you will join us, deepen your Spiritual Communion and bear fruit in your own hearts and homes! Download the FREE guide today!
- Youth Ministry Stay in touch with us!
- Check out today's Formation Friday on Instagram!
- On Sunday, 4/5 at 8 pm, Summit and Elevate will be joining the largest youth night ever online: Click YMLive to join.
- Zoom Parties continue with Elevate (6th - 8th grade) on Wednesdays at 7 pm and Summit (8th - 12th grade) on Sundays at 7 pm.
- DamascusLIVE! Join us M - F at for Morning Prayer Lab at 9:30 am, Worship and Intercession at 3 pm, and Night-Live at 7:30 pm. Click here.
- Elementary Faith Formation Getting ready for the biggest celebration for the Church is on everyone's mind. Check out these family-friendly ideas:
- On Palm Sunday, watch this video with your family. Miss Grace reads the book, Benjamin's Box while you do a follow along activity. Psst...you'll need some paper and markers!
- We can't wait to Zoom with our PSR Sacramental Prep students this Sunday, 4/5, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm. Contact Diana Baus for more info.
- Check out Faith & Family Collective Holy Week Guide, the Catholic Icing blog or this website for crafts and resources you can do at home leading up to Easter Sunday.
- Save the date for two more activities next week:
- On Wednesday, 4/8 we'll host a virtual Seder Meal via Zoom with Mr. Pfeffer, our 3rd, 4th & 5th grad catechist. Contact Diana Baus to RSVP and get the link and more info and the link to join.
- For Holy Saturday, 4/11, we'll release a video and kid-friendly recipe for Resurrection Rolls! Stock up on the ingredients this week: crescent roll dough, marshmallows, butter, cinnamon, and sugar.
PARISH COMMUNITY NEWS
- Hardship Finally, we know everyone is facing hardships, please reach out to the parish office or Joanne Breitmayer if you need emotional, financial, or spiritual assistance. We are here for you.
- We Need Your Pics We're covering the wall of the Adoration Chapel with your family photos so Fr. Dave can see YOU during Mass. Send your pics to Joanne Breitmayer today!
- Just for Fun Do you prefer the beach or big city life? Would you rather watch scary movies or comedies? What type of pet would you like? Guess what? The same things you like and dislike give you something in common with an American saint. Take this quiz to find the saint you might like best to pal around with and share your results on Facebook!
DAILY OPERATIONS
- Parish Hours Our parish and campus continues to remain closed. However our staff is still working and accessible by phone or email. See a contact list here. We are here for you.
VIRTUAL OFFERTORY BASKET
These options make supporting our parish mission even though we're not able to gather in person possible.
- Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) - MOST RECOMMENDED - For reoccurring gifts, you can set up automatic debit to one’s bank account or charges to one’s credit card. Please fill out this Offertory Commitment Form to set up recurring payments.
- One-Time Online Donation If you normally donate by envelopes or the basket, we have set up a link to donate online with a one-time donation by credit card. Click here to complete the form. You may use this link as often as you like.
- Text-to-Give Another option is through our new TEXT-to-GIVE number. Donate simply by texting SFDS to 740.240.6093. You can also use this in place of your normal offertory basket giving.
- US Mail If you would like to continue using your envelopes, please mail your contribution into the parish office at 40 Granville Street, Newark, OH 43055. Checks are preferred as cash is not a safe or secure way to fulfill your offertory through the mail.
