Daily Mass Schedule
Monday: No Mass
Tuesday: 9:00AM
Wednesday: No Mass
Thursday: 9:00AM
Friday: No Mass
Holy Days 9:30AM & 7:00PM
Daily Readings
from U.S. Conference of Bishops
We invite you to journey with us as we follow the promptings of God's Spirit to discover, celebrate and share the Mystery of God's love revealed to us through Christ. Explore this site to discover some of the opportunities available for you to grow in faith and the love of Christ. On behalf of the Holy Spirit faith community, we welcome you and hope that you will come and join us in one of our weekend liturgies.
Please pray for our deceased and the families who mourn their loss:
May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen.
ST PAUL NOW—NIGHT OF WORSHIP
Teaching, confession, worship, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament for the whole family!
Join us at St. Paul N Canton on the following Tuesdays at 7:00PM:
October 18th
November 22nd
December 20th
8TH ANNUAL NUN RUN
Ursuline Sisters Mission hosts the 8th annual Nun Run 5k, 1-mile walk, and kids’ run October 1st at the Ursuline Center, 4280 Shields Rd, Canfield. The event is both in-person and virtual. Entry fee is $30 in advance or $35 day of. No fee for the Kids’ Run. Proceeds benefit children served by Ursuline Sisters HIV/AIDS Ministry, Beatitude House and Ursuline Preschool & Kindergarten. Online registration and sponsorship opportunities at https://runsignup.com/nunrun.
JOIN US AT THE HAYRIDE!
Our annual hayride, sponsored by our Family Life Committee, will be Saturday, October 1 at 6:30 pm at the Miller Farm (intersection of Lake Center St. and Mogadore, entrance on Mogadore). There will be a bonfire, games, hot dogs, s’mores and, of course, the hayride! If you are interested in helping at the hayride, a sign up sheet is on the wood tables.
STARK DEANERY COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN
“2022 - Together Again" Style Show Luncheon Fundraiser with Raffle Baskets, 50/50, Door Prizes on Friday, October. 7, 2022
Time: Doors open at 10:00 am. Lunch served at 11:30 am
Where: La Pizzeria in the Crystal Room, 3656 Dressler Rd NW, Canton. Checks payable to SDCCW, by Mon. Sept 26th.
Mail to: Sophie Filigno, 2230 40th St NW, Canton, OH 44709.
Contact: Mary Jane, 330-833-3756 or Sophie Filigno 330-492-8407
MINISTRY DAY
A day for everyone! Please register for the Diocesan Ministry Day at John F. Kennedy High School on Saturday, October 8, 2022. The day is a collaborative effort of the Central Offices serving multiple ministries and will include Welcome by Bishop Bonnar, Prayer, Keynote by Father Ricky Manalo, CSP, many breakout sessions on a variety of topics, exhibits, and more! Please contact the parish office by September 18 if you are interested in going so we can register as a group. Brochures are available at https://doy.org/events/ministry-day-2022/
LOYOLA RETREAT HOUSE: CAREGIVERS RETREAT, SAT., OCT 8, 9:30AM – 3:30pm
Come unburden your thoughts, feelings, and anxieties at this retreat for caregivers. Find hidden strengths and a renewed sense of service for those whom you care for, and also a support system as you continue your journey with joy. It is a day of comfort and care for you! $30 per person and includes lunch and a snack. Please join us to be refreshed and renewed. To register for this course call 330-896-2315 or visit www.loyolaretreathouse.com
STEPPING INTO THE FUTURE:NAVIGATING WIDOWHOOD - ONE MOMENT AT A TIME
Holy Spirit is hosting a special event for parish members who are widows. "Stepping into the Future: Navigating Widowhood - One Moment at a Time" will be held in the Social Hall on October 18 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Mary Ann Crawford and Ann Haas will be your hosts. There will be a short presentation and a luncheon served. Please come. Reservations must be made by October 10th. Please call the Parish Office to register. We hope to see you.
ANNUAL RED MASS
The Annual Red Mass for men and women in the legal profession will be held on Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at 12:10 p.m. in St. Columba Cathedral followed by a luncheon in St. Columba Hall. Bishop David Bonnar will be the celebrant and Msgr. John Zuraw will be the homilist.
25TH, 40TH, 50TH AND OVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
The Diocese of Youngstown is sponsoring a Wedding Anniversary Celebration on Sunday October 16th at 2:00pm at the Basilica of St. John the Baptist in Canton, honoring couples observing their 25th, 40th, 50th and over wedding anniversaries in 2022.
The Wedding Anniversary Celebration will include Mass with the Most Reverend David J. Bonnar, Bishop of Youngstown, renewal of marriage vows and a personalized certificate for each couple. Following the Mass, there will be a reception for the couples and their families in the parish hall. You must make advanced reservations for this event by contacting the parish office before September 11th.
CENTRAL CATHOLIC VS. ST. THOMAS AQUINAS “CELEBRATE THE RIVALRY” GAME
Central Catholic Football hosts St. Thomas Aquinas Football on Thursday, October 20th. Again this year, families are encouraged to come and enjoy a family-friendly evening of fun while supporting Stark County’s Catholic High Schools. Elementary students who wear this year’s rivalry shirt, CCHS or STA gear, or their own Catholic elementary school spirit shirt will enjoy free admission, receive spirit gear, and get to run the field during half-time. For more information, please visit CentralCrusaders.org and look under “Announcements.” We hope to see you there! To learn more about CCHS, visit CentralCrusaders.org.
ST. THOMAS AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL ENCHANTED KNIGHT AUCTION
On Friday, October 21, we welcome our alumni, current families, and community friends to join us for our annual auction, held in the STA gym. We are excited to gather together, enjoy dinner and view an enchanted cache of auction items that will fulfill the wishes of almost anyone. We are proud of the many new things we have to offer, and look forward to having you here to witness our Tradition of Truth, Scholarship, and Excellence. Please visit our website to learn more about sponsorship and donation opportunities at AquinasKnights.org or contact Nick Stanek, Auction Chair, at nstanek@youngstowndiocese.org. Register and buy your tickets online at: https://bit.ly/2022STAauction
SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION FOR ADULTS
The celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation for adults will be held on Sunday, November 20, at 4:00 p.m. in St. Columba Cathedral. This is a special opportunity for anyone (age 18 or older) who has not received the sacrament to join with other adults of the diocese. Candidates must register with our parish and be eligible to receive the sacrament by verifying baptism and marital status. A preparation program will be held at our parish. Sponsors must be a baptized, confirmed, practicing Catholic and may not be the candidate's parent. Please contact the parish office no later than October 9 in order to register and verify eligibility to receive the sacrament.
BISHOP BONNAR’S 2023 PILGIMAGE
Make plans to join Bishop David J. Bonnar and parishioners throughout the diocese on a Pilgrimage to Scotland and Ireland on June 4-14, 2023 as we celebrate the 80th Anniversary of The Diocese of Youngstown. Highlights of the trip include visits to: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Stirling, Oban, Belfast, Knock, Galway and Dublin. A special part of the pilgrimage is a visit to the Isle of Iona on the Feast of Saint Columba, where he founded Scotland’s first Christian Community. To receive more information as the trip develops, please email Fr. Lavelle at jlavelle@youngstowndiocese.org.
PARISH COUNCIL SEEKS YOUTH REPRESENTATIVES
Parish Council is seeking 2 youth representatives who are in 9th-12th grade. Youth representatives are to attend the five parish council meetings held during the year and give input on behalf of our youth. To learn more about what is involved, or if you are interested in serving on Council to speak for our parish’s youth, please complete the application that can be found at on the parish website, http://www.holyspiritunoh.org/involved.html
PARENTS OF FIRST GRADE CHILDREN
In order to provide children with proper formation and preparation for the Sacrament of First Eucharist in the second grade, parents should ensure that their children are registered for PSR as least by first grade. This is in compliance with Diocesan policy.
We welcome you to Holy Spirit. To register, you may stop at our parish office, see Fr. John after Mass, or call the office at 330-699-4500. View our Holy Spirit Welcome Form
Please let us know what your needs are and how we can assist you on your faith journey. We are here to grow in faith beside you. May Christ’s blessings be with you. Contact us at 330-699-4500 or parishoffice@holyspiritunoh.org or go to our Holy Spirit Welcome Form
