Parish Faith Formation

Posted by Brian Myers on 9/14/24

Catechetical Sunday

In 1935, the Church set aside the third Sunday in September as Catechetical Sunday, recognizing on this day the gift that catechists give to their parish community by volunteering their time to teach the faith to children. In the 90 years since, understanding of models of catechesis ... Read More »

Welcome, Christian!

Posted by Brian Myers on 9/07/24

I am pleased to introduce and officially welcome Mrs. Christian Gracie to our Saint Noel Parish family! Since the beginning of August, if you have stopped in the parish office or called, chances are you have had the opportunity to meet her. For nearly a month, she and ... Read More »

Saint Augustine Parish, Cleveland

Posted by Brian Myers on 8/31/24

A Samaritan Church with a Missionary Heart

This past week, the Church celebrated the memorials of Saints Monica and Augustine (mother and son) on August 27 and 28. For over 30 years, Monica prayed for her son’s conversion. Ordained a priest in 391 ad, and made Bishop of Hippo ... Read More »

The Song of the Church

Posted by Brian Myers on 8/24/24

From the Apostolic Constitution “Divino Afflatus” of Pope Saint Pius X (1911 AD)

Earlier this week, the Church celebrated the Memorial of Pope St. Pius X (August 21). Having recently celebrated a weekend of Solemn Eucharistic Devotions, which included the prayerful recitation of the Liturgy of the Hours (highly-comprised ... Read More »

Farewell, Erin

Posted by Brian Myers on 8/17/24

Since October 2022, Erin Galla has been the face and voice of the parish, joyfully receiving parishioners and guests at our doors, and greeting people over the phone. Immediately, her heart was drawn to the energy of our food pantry, endearing herself to those who both serve and ... Read More »

Exciting News for Faith Formation

Posted by Brian Myers on 8/10/24

From Michele Baetzold, Coordinator of Faith Formation

The Church has always recognized parents as the primary faith formers of their children. With this premise as a guide, we as a parish have historically aimed to offer support to parents in their role as “first and best” teachers. This support ... Read More »

Romans 10:15

Posted by Brian Myers on 8/03/24

HOW BEAUTIFUL ARE THE FEET OF THOSE WHO BRING THE GOOD NEWS!

This past week, Tony, Michele, and I took advantage of some professional development and continuing education at the National Gathering on Christian Initiation. This was a conference for catechumenal ministers and pastoral leaders. Evangelization was highlighted in ... Read More »

Bread of Life Discourse

Posted by Brian Myers on 7/27/24

Every three years (beginning this weekend and continuing the following four Sundays) our Gospel readings take a break from Mark, and the Bread of Life Discourse is proclaimed from John. The timing is perfect, as our nation just hosted the Tenth Eucharistic Congress, and we, as a parish ... Read More »

Devotions, Anointings, and Grandparents, O My!

Posted by Brian Myers on 7/20/24

Solemn Eucharistic Devotions: This Weekend: July 19-21

There is so much being offered by Saint Noel throughout the remainder of July! First, in solidarity with the tens of thousands attending the tenth Eucharistic Congress in Indiana this weekend, we are hosting Solemn Eucharistic Devotions, which begins Friday evening, July ... Read More »

God Loves a Cheerful Giver

Posted by Brian Myers on 7/13/24

A word of thanks and gratitude for your ongoing support of the spiritual and material needs of Saint Noel Parish! Not only do you share with us the treasure of your resources, but also the gift of your time and talent as you volunteer and minister on a ... Read More »