Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Kosciol Niepokalanego Serca Najswietszej Maryi Panny
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"Loving Shepherd, You have called us into Your flock and given us life in abundance. Keep us steadfast in faith, courageous in witness and generous in love, until the day we dwell with You in the house of the Lord forever". Amen. Prayer for the fourth week of Easter.
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"O glorious St. Mark, who spread the Good News of Christ with courage and faith, may your wisdom illuminate our paths. Inspire us to share God's love and truth with others and grant us strength to stand firm in our beliefs. Guide us in our spiritual journey, so that we may faithfully live as followers of Christ". Amen. Feast Day: April 25th. Patron saint of notaries, barristers and Venice.
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O glorious St. Catherine of Siena, virgin and doctor of the Church, who, by the power of your prayer and depth of your mystical union with God, obtained the grace to reform the Church and to bring the Pope back to Rome, obtain for us from the Lord the grace to love God with all our hearts and to serve Him with all our strength. Help us to be faithful to seek union with God through contemplation and good works". Amen. Feast Day: April 29th. Patron Saint of nurses, sick people and Italy.
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A Prayer for Ukraine:
"Loving God, we pray for the people of Ukraine,
for all those suffering or afraid, that You will be close to them
and protect them. We pray for world leaders, for compassion,
strength and wisdom to guide their choices. We pray for the world
that in this moment of crisis, we may reach out in solidarity to our
brothers and sisters in need. May we walk in Your ways so that peace
and justice become a reality for the people of Ukraine and for all the world".
Amen
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MASS SCHEDULE
(8:00 am Daily Mass is in the convent chapel Monday thru Saturday. Doors open at 7:30 am)
SATURDAY April 25
4:00 pm + John & Eleanor Grzywaczewski
SUNDAY April 26
8:00 am + Jessica James (Birthday Remembrance)
10:00 am + Leon Klejna
MONDAY April 27
8:00 am + Stanley & Celia Gutfranski
TUESDAY April 28
8:00 am Eugene Adaska (90th Birthday Health & Blessings)
WEDNESDAY April 29
8:00 am For Our Parish Family
THURSDAY April 30
8:00 am For the Poor, Unemployed and Under Employed of Slavic Village FRIDAY May 1
8:00 am 8:00 am Mass Attendees
6:00 pm + Marek Fisher
SATURDAY May 2
4:00 pm + Leo & Pauline Sobolewski
4:45 pm May Crowning
SUNDAY May 3
8:00 am + Josephine Stepowski & Pauline Bostosky
10:00 am + Amelia Suhak
+ Deceased
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Polish Parish School of Religion Confirmation - On May 6, 2026, Daniel Bakalarczyk, student of PPSR will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation at St. Agnes-Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Cleveland. May this joyful day mark the start of a lifelong journey with God. Warmest wishes to Daniel on his special day.
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Parish May Crowning Prayer Service is Saturday, May 2nd - at approximately 4:45 p.m. immediately following the 4:00 p.m. Mass. Hopefully, your schedule will permit you to participate in this prayer time in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God. All are welcome.
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Devotions in Honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary During the Month of May - 1) The Rosary will be prayed 20 minutes before our 4:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. weekend Masses. 2) Pray the Rosary for your own spiritual enrichment, daily if possible. 3) During the Easter season a traditional prayer to say is the "Regina Caeli, the Queen of Heaven":
'Queen of Heaven, rejoice, alleluia
The Son whom you merited to bear, alleluia!
has risen as He said, alleluia.
Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, alleluia!
For the Lord has truly risen, alleluia!'
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Easter Collection Information for 2026 and Recent Past Years -
2026 - $14,826.00 2023 - $16,176.00 2020 - $11,894.00
2025 - $16,190.00 2022 - $18,563.00 2019 - $16,427.00
2024 - $17,851.00 2021 - $17,989.00 2018 - $16,760.00
Thank you to all who made this 2026 Easter collection possible due to your participation. Your donations help keep God's work vibrantly alive for the Church, our parish and community. The challenging financial conditions did not deter you in your contributions to IHM parish. You are in my daily prayers. Continue to enjoy the Easter season and its liturgical celebrations. Father Ralph Hudak.
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Information About Fr. Ralph Hudak's Retirement - It takes effect June 30, 2026. My status in the Diocese of Cleveland will then be Senior Priest-Retired. This means that I will still be an active priest sacramentally but will not have to concern myself with the administration of a parish. I do not have a new address at this time, still working on it. There will be a new leadership style for Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish. You will be informed about it when Bishop Edward Malesic makes his decision. The parish will continue into the future with the help of its parishioners. Father Ralph Hudak.
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World Day of Prayer for Vocations, April 26th - On the Fourth Sunday of Easter, the Church universally celebrates World Day of Prayer for Vocations, also known as Good Shepherd Sunday. This is a special time when we dedicate prayer for those in the Church discerning their vocation. Our vocational commitment is the way a baptized Catholic models Jesus' own self-giving through the commitment as a married person, a religious order person, an ordained priest or permanent deacon, or as a single person. We, therefore, pray today for one another in our parish and diocese so that Jesus will shepherd us through the Holy Spirit to encourage, strengthen, and build up the local Church community as we live our Jesus' mission through our lives. We also look upon those who have already committed their lives in their vocations, and we pray for their resolve and strength to continue in their living example. For more information, contact the Diocesan Vocation Office: (egarris@dioceseofcleveland.org) or call 440-943-7655. Fr. Eric Garris is the Diocesan Vocation Director.
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There is NO District Pre-Baptism Class in the Month of May - The parishes that share this responsibility in our district are Holy Name, Immaculate Heart of Mary, Our Lady of Lourdes, St. John Nepomucene and St. Stanislaus. These parishes have been conducting this class for well-over 29 years in this manner. We have the class monthly in one of these five parishes except for May and December. IHM usually has it in February and August.
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2026 Catholic Charities Appeal Update for Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish - as of the April 2026 report: Goal is $9,905; Raised $7,095; % to goal 78.01%; Donors are 14. Remember to fulfill your pledge during this appeal year. If you would like to participate, envelopes are available in the pamphlet racks near the confessionals. Thank you to all the participants.
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The Easter Season - This season is, in the words of the third century theologian Tertullian, "the most joyous space in the Church's year". Today, and for the next fifty days until Pentecost Sunday, May 24th, we will celebrate and rejoice in the triumph of Christ over the power of death. This time period has also been known as one "Great Sunday". You may want to consider attending the daily 8:00 a.m. Mass in our convent as a way of participating mor fully and continuing the celebration of the Lord's resurrection in a very special and spiritual way. The convent doors open at 7:30 a.m.
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Collection for Catechetical Services is May 9-10, 2026 - Each year in the Diocese of Cleveland, a special collection is taken up in all the parishes to support the ministries of the Office of Catechetical Services. This Office focuses on providing guidance and support that promotes the evangelizing mission of the Church through the catechetical efforts of all parishes and Newman campus (college) ministries in the Diocese. Ministries which will benefit from this collection include: faith formation for adults, teens and children and family-based faith formation, as well as the ongoing formation of Parish Catechetical Leaders and catechists as missionary disciples. Newman Catholic Campus Ministries (college) provides opportunities for students to deepen a relationship with Christ through prayer and worship, community, faith and Bible studies, retreats and service. A contribution to these Catechetical Ministries is an investment in the faith formation and religious education of every person of every age in the Diocese. There is a special envelope in your monthly mailed home packet for this purpose on May 9-10.
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Polish Confessions are Available at Two of our Neighboring Parishes: 1) St. Stanislaus, 3649 East 65th, (216-341-9091) 4:00 p.m. Saturdays and 2) St. Barbara, 1505 Denison Avenue, (216-661-1191) 10:15-10:45 a.m. Sundays.
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Catholic Home Missions Appeal - Nearly 40% of dioceses in the United States and its territories are considered mission territories because they are unable to fund essential pastoral activities needed in their communities. Your support funds religious education, seminary formation, lay ministry training and other programs that build vibrant faith communities right here in the United States. More information can be found at (www.usccb.org/home-missions). There is an envelope in your mailed home packet for this purpose. Due date is April 26th.
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The Catholic Cemeteries Association's - next Sunday Grief Support Group will be Sunday, May 17. In-person will meet at 3 p.m. and virtual at 5 p.m. In a welcoming and supportive setting, find fellowship among others who share their experiences and understand the pain of loss. Meetings are being held on the 3rd Sunday of the month, at no charge to you. Please join us for an hour of listening, healing and finding comfort with others who understand. For details, call Renee at 216-930-4866 or visit: www.clecem.org/Events. In person locations are: All Saints, Northfield, 480 W. Highland Rd., All Souls, Chardon, 10366 Chardon Rd., Holy Cross, Akron, 100 E. Waterloo Rd., Holy Cross, Brook Park, 14609 Brookpark Rd., and St. Joseph, Avon, 32789 Detroit Rd. For virtual, please register at: (https://clecem.org/Information/Bereavement.aspx).
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Information for Seniors - If you have an IRA retirement account and you are 70 1/2 or older, you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution of up to $108,000 directly from your IRA to your Parish, Catholic Charities, Priestly Formation, Catholic Formation or another ministry in the Diocese of Cleveland. This gift will not be taxable income and can satisfy your required minimum distribution. Consult your financial advisor or contact Moira Wopershal at 216-696-6525 x 8070 in the Catholic Community Foundation.
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Absolute Roofing Did Some Emergency Work on our Church Roof - Work was done on the east side of the church over the ramp and in the alleyway. Work was performed (2-17-26) on the two valleys because of the back-up of ice. Cost $1,098.90.
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Ohio Catholic Schools & EdChoice Scholarships - Some information about education you should be aware of in the State of Ohio. The Ohio EdChoice Expansion Scholarship program offers ALL Ohio students a scholarship to attend a Catholic school! Catholic schools in Ohio adhere to robust state standards and provide students with strong academic and personal information in a Christ-centered environment. Visit (ohiocathconf.org/edchoice) to learn how EdChoice scholarships can help you send your child to a Catholic school near you. Open Houses are taking place now at Catholic schools across Ohio. The Catholic Conference of Ohio serves as the official voice of the Catholic Church in Ohio on matters of public policy.
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Catholic Charities Appeal 2026 (Mobile Giving Instructions) - Catholic Charities is always evolving to meet the needs of the donors who make these programs and services possible. They are excited to share with you the new platform that Catholic Charities has adopted - Text to Give! For mobile giving, all you need is a cell phone and a credit card. Next, text the phrase CCHOPE to the number 216.223.9372. You will receive an immediate response with a link. Follow the link to make the gift. Alternatively, you can use the QR code on the back of your pledge envelope which will take you directly to the donation page.
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Available Masses in May & August 2026 - In May: 28th - 8a. In August: 3rd - 8a, 16th - 10a, 23rd - 10a, 27th - 8a, 30th - 8a and 31st - 8a. The Mass is a beautiful prayer to offer up for a deceased loved one or any other special occasion.
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Protecting God's Children - The Diocese of Cleveland's "Protecting God's Children" program is a continuing effort to instruct and inform everyone about the protection of children from sexual abuse. To report any past or present suspected inappropriate behavior toward children by priests, deacons, religious, lay ecclesial ministers or personnel associated with the Church, please contact the Diocesan Response Service Office at (216-334-2999) or (responseservices@dioceseofcleveland.org). You are also asked to immediately inform local authorities about inappropriate behavior.
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2026 English and Polish Missalettes - They are NEW! Both of these liturgical aides are used for one whole year. Let's keep them in good condition. An appropriate way to do so is by placing the Polish missalette ONLY into the plastic racks attached to the back of the pew, and by placing the English missalette on the end of the pew seat near the aisle side. The English missalette is too thick for many of the plastic racks. This method will hopefully eliminate damage to the missalettes and more damage to the plastic book racks. Many of the racks are already cracked. Cost for the missalettes: English - 224 @ $1,830.88, and the Polish - 250 @ $3,701.34. Cost includes shipping and handling.
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Immaculate Heart of Mary's Polish Parish School of Religion - meets on Sundays at 11:00AM-Noon in the convent or grades K-8. Sign-up begins September 7th. For more information or to register, contact Beata Pierzynski at 216-355-7424 or come to the convent on Sunday at this specified time period.
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Mass Intentions for the Year 2026 - can be reserved. Please note the change in our Mass schedule due to one priest present at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church:
1) Mondays thru Friday - 8:00 a.m. Mass
2) Saturdays - 4:00 p.m. Mass
3) Sundays - 8:00 a.m. English, 10:00 a.m. Bilingual, Masses
4) Fridays - 6:00 p.m. First Fridays of the month, bilingual (The third Fridays of the month 6:00 p.m. has been removed)
The 12:00 Noon Mass has been removed due to poor attendance. We have had 9 people several times, and the amount has been only in the teens for many months. The third Friday of the month 6:00 p.m. had 5 people, which is less than the First Friday of the month, the reason for its removal. Fr. Ralph Hudak.
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St. John Nepomucene Regional Parish School of Religion - is accepting registration for new students in grades 1-8 for the 2025-26 school year. We accept and serve children from Slavic Village and Southeast Cleveland parishes. So, invite a friend, relative, or neighbor to learn more about our faith. Classes are held using a homeschool model. Please call Judy Lasecki at 216-641-6444 x 10 or email (Judith.lasecki@yahoo.com) for more details or to register.
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For Your Information There are Other Parishes in our Area Going Through Changes - Monsignor Richard Antall, the pastor of Holy Name parish has become the new pastor of Sagrada Familia parish, 7719 Detroit Ave., in Cleveland's near westside, because he speaks Spanish fluently. Father Bob Jasany, the pastor of St. John Nepomucene, will also be the pastor of Holy Name parish. Bishop Edward Malesic makes these kind of changes due to the shortage of priests. More priests are becoming pastors of two parishes. Pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Encourage your children and grandchildren to enter religious life or the priesthood.
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For Your Information: There are Two Other Parishes with Bilingual Masses (Polish & English) on Sundays - 1) St. John Cantius, 906 College Ave., (216-781-9095), 8:30 a.m. 2) St. Casimir, 8223 Sowinski Ave., (216-341-9091), 11:30 a.m.
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How Well is the Blue Envelope Doing? - You may recall my explanation about the Diocese of Cleveland's "Keeping the Faith" program on the weekend of November 19, 2023 at all of our Masses. Parishes without schools have been asked by Bishop Malesic to partner with a parish with a school. IHM parish is partnering with St. Stanislaus Elementary school through the use of the blue envelope found in your monthly mailed home packet of envelopes. The amount donated to the school: 1) (10-28-24) $1,266.00. 2) (5-19-25) $2,151.00, 3) $335.00 (9-22-25): total $3,752.00. Weekly in the church bulletin, we put the amount of money that has been donated through the use of this blue envelope. Thank you to all who have been able to participate. Father Ralph Hudak.
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Please Join US! Hot Meal Program Every Thursday - Please join us at the St. John Paul II Ozanam Center located at Holy Name Church, 8328 Broadway Avenue, for a hot meal. Dinner is served in the Parish Hall every Thursday between 4:00-5:30 p.m. NO TAKE-OUTS!
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Parish Pre-Cana Sites Programs - Go to the diocese website for the list: https://www.dioceseofcleveland.org/offices/parish-life/marriage-and-family-ministry/marriage/pre-cana.
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Mass Intention Book for 2026 was opened on August 19, 2025 - To schedule in person, please come to the rectory on Monday & Friday, 10:30 am - 2:00 pm, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9:30 am - 3:00 pm. The stipend for a Mass intention is the Diocesan recommended $10. Only two weekend Masses will be permitted per every five intentions scheduled. To accommodate those with a work-schedule, homebound or traveling a long distance conflict, we will accept requests in writing. These may be mailed to the rectory (6700 Lansing Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44105) or place in the Sunday collection basket. Please mark the envelope, "Mass Intentions", include in it your name, phone number, the name for whom the Mass is intended, Mass date and time, and stipend. Make checks out to "Immaculate Heart of Mary Church". If you have a special anniversary to celebrate, DO NOT WAIT until the last minute to schedule it!
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Protecting God's Children - The Diocese of Cleveland's "Protecting God's Children" program is a continuing effort to instruct and inform everyone about the protection of children from sexual abuse. To report any past or present suspected inappropriate behavior toward children by priests, deacons, religious, lay ecclesial ministers or personnel associated with the Church, please contact the Diocesan response Service Office at 216-334-2999 or via email at (responseservices@dioceseofcleveland.org). You are also asked to immediately inform local authorities about inappropriate behavior.
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Weekly Donations:
03/29/2026 - $2,256.00 (R&R) - $30.00
04/05/2026 - $2,352.00 (R&R) - $948.00
04/12/2026 - $1,502.00 (R&R) - $115.00
Easter Collection - $14,826.00 Good Friday - $1,110.00 A & E - $986.00
Rice Bowl - $404.62
Keeping the Faith - $15.00
"Thank You" to all who have donated to Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in these difficult times. You remain in my prayers. Fr. Ralph Hudak
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Standing with Moms in Need (for your information) - "The Catholic Church has a long history of service to those who are most vulnerable and remains the largest private provider of social services in the United States. Through the sacrificial efforts of faithful Catholics, the Church serves millions through diocesan ministries and agencies, Catholic hospitals and schools and parishes. From religious communities to pregnancy care centers, from refugee resettlement services to foster care and adoption agencies, and form maternity homes to parish based ministries, the Church consistently bears witness in word and deed to the beauty and dignity of every human life - including both mother and child" (U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops).
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Are You in the Process of Moving? - In order to serve you the best way possible, we need your current information. Any changes in your family information should be updated with the Parish Office. Thank You!
************************************************************************************************************************** "A Closer Walk with Thee" - (CCA Monthly Grief Support E-Newsletter) - Subscribe to the Catholic Cemeteries Association's monthly grief support e-newsletter, "A Closer Walk with Thee". This e-newsletter is emailed the first Tuesday of each month to any family/individual who has expressed an interest in our bereavement programs. To subscribe to this valued grief support resource, visit: https://www.clecem.org/Information/Bereavement.aspx and click the tan signup box on the right side, contact Rhonda (rabrams@clecem.org) or call 216-930-4866. You can also click this link and go directly to the signup (https://bit.ly/ccabereavementbulletin).
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Catholic Cemeteries Association Grief Support/ "In-Office" and "Virtual" - We continue to provide free monthly grief support groups in two formats: In-Office (3pm) and Virtually (5pm). Our Grief Support Groups meet the 3rd Sunday of every month. Meetings are open discussion format, surrounding a monthly topic or whatever is on your heart. They do not build off each other so you can stop in any monthly and fit right in. If you are not yet able to talk about your grief, just come to listen and be in the presence of those who understand. We offer a comfortable, private and safe environment where you are free to explore your grief. Catholic Cemeteries Association follows the guidelines set by the CDC, the State of Ohio and the Diocese of Cleveland regarding COVID-19 protocols. We do however strongly suggest that those not yet vaccinated or who are otherwise vulnerable, continue to wear a facemask. CCA will continue to follow strong hygiene practices and encourage all who are ill to stay at home. Our Virtual Grief Support Group and our monthly grief support e-newsletter are excellent alternatives for individuals who are not able to join us in person for Grief Support. The May 17th talk is "Hidden, Unresolved Grief & Loss of Father, Brother or Son". In Office: 3-4:00 pm at St. Joseph Cemetery, Avon (new office); Holy Cross Cemetery, Akron (office); Holy Cross Cemetery, Brookpark (office); Calvary Cemetery, Cleveland (office); All Saints Cemetery, Northfield (office) and All Souls Cemetery, Chardon (office). Virtual: 5-6:00 pm via ZOOM follows the same monthly topic discussion as the in-office groups. Sign-up at http://bit.ly/ccavirtualgriefsupportgroup to receive login information and the handout materials. You can join virtually from any Wi-Fi enabled are via computer, laptop, smartphone, or even without Wi-Fi (via audio only) from your analog phone. If you do not have Wi-Fi or email, please contact Rhonda at 216-930-4866. Your RSVP for both In-Person and Virtual Grief Support is appreciated but not required to attend. For more information or if you have questions, please contact Rhonda at 216-930-4866 or rabrams@clecem.org.
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Practicing Spiritual Communion - When the faithful are unable to physically attend Mass, they should be recommended to practice "spiritual communion", an act to which the saints have given a consistent witness. Spiritual communion is a traditional practice of expressing to the Lord our longing for Him and our desire for Him to enter our hearts. St. Theresa of Avila (1515-82) said: "When you do not receive Communion and you do not attend Mass, you can make a spiritual communion, which is a most beneficial practice; by it the love of God will be greatly impressed on you". While there is no formula prescribed by the Church to make to an act of spiritual communion, prayers composed by various saints are part of the Church's rich treasury of devotions. One of the more popular acts of spiritual communion comes from St. Alphonsus Liguori (1696-1787): "My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there, and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You". Amen
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The Sunday television Mass can be seen at 10:00 am on WUAB Channel 43 - This provides viewers with an opportunity to take part in the weekly celebration of the Mass at a much more convenient time. In addition, WUAB 43 is an over-the-air station that is accessible even to those without cable TV. Those with cable TV need only check their local cable system listing to determine where WUAB is located on their local channel line-up. The weekly TV Mass is produced by the Diocese of Cleveland. It originates from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in downtown Cleveland. The televised Mass has been a staple of religious programming on Northeast Ohio airwaves for decades, cultivating a dedicated and faithful following. It is hoped that viewers will continue to tune in on this new station at this new, more convenient time. The TV Mass can also be accessed on demand starting Saturday evening and running throughout Sunday on the Diocese of Cleveland website, www.dioceseofcleveland.org. In addition, the Mass can be heard on the radio on AM 1260 The Rock at 4:00 pm on Saturdays and 10:30 am on Sundays. Also, radio station WINT-1330 AM airs the Mass each Sunday at 9:00 am and Cox Communications cable subscribers can view the Mass on Sunday at 11:30 am on channel 45, and cable station 18 EWTN has its own Sunday and weekday (8:00 am, Noon & 7:00 pm) schedule of Masses. In addition to the Holy Mass, AM 1260 The Rock offers numerous opportunities for prayer throughout the day. The Holy Rosary at 5:30 am and 9:30 pm and the Divine Mercy Chaplet: 5:00 am Monday thru Friday; 3:00 pm Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Please visit am1260therock.com for their full schedule.
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The Mass is the Greatest of Prayers - Some reasons for Mass Intentions are an expression of our faith, belief in life after death, belief in the power of prayer to help the deceased during their time of purification (souls in purgatory), for a particular person or persons who have died, for an anniversary of death, wedding anniversary, for health, alcohol-drug addiction, financial help, peace in the world, for our government, a happy death, respect for life, Devotion to Mary or other special intentions.
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THE MAGNIFICAT
My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,
my spirit rejoices in God my Savior
for He has looked with favor on His lowly servant.
From this day all generations will call me blessed:
the Almighty has done great things for me,
and holy is His Name.
He has mercy on those who fear Him
in every generation.
He has shown the strength of His arm,
He has scattered the proud in their conceit.
He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,
and has lifted up the lowly.
He has filled the hungry with good things,
and the rich He has sent away empty.
He has come to the help of His servant Israel
for He remembered His promise of mercy,
the promise He made to our fathers,
to Abraham and His children forever.
THE MEMORARE
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known,
that anyone who fled to thy protection,
implored thy help,
or sought thy intercession,
was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence,
I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins,
my Mother.
To thee do I come,
before I stand, sinful and sorrowful.
O Mother of the Word Incarnate,
despise not my petitions,
but in thy mercy hear and answer me.
Amen
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