Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Kosciol Niepokalanego Serca Najswietszej Maryi Panny
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"Dear Lord, we come before You, seeking the intercession of St. Kateri, our beloved patroness of healing. May her spirit guide us in our times of suffering and pain. Grant us strength and comfort and restore our bodies and souls to wholeness. Let Your divine love flow through us, bringing peace and renewal in Your mercy, hear our prayer". Amen. Prayer to St. Kateri. Feast day: July 14th. Patron saint of ecology and the environment.
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"O Immaculate Heart of Mary, refuge of sinners. I beg of you by the infinite merits of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and by the graces God has granted to you since your Immaculate Conception, the grace of never going astray again. Mother, keep me, a sinner, constantly bathed in the light of your Immaculate Heart". Amen
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"Gracious and Holy Father, give us the wisdom to discover You, the intelligence to understand You, the diligence to seek after You, the patience to wait for You, eyes to behold You, a heart to meditate upon You, and a life to proclaim You, through the power of the Spirit of Jesus, our Lord". Amen. Prayer of St. Benedict. Feast Day: July 11th. Patron saint of Europe, students and monks.
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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 July 12
4:00 pm + Gerald Primer (3rd Anniversary of Death)
SUNDAY July 13
8:00 am + Holy Name Society 10:00 am + Stanislawa & Antoni Drozdowski
12:00 pm Lidia & Family (Blessings)
MONDAY July 14
8:00 am + Leonhardt & Kish Families
TUESDAY July 15
8:00 am Jim & Penny Cesen (Wedding Anniversary)
WEDNESDAY July 16
8:00 am For Our Parish Family
THURSDAY July 17
8:00 am + Leo & Pauline Sobolewski
FRIDAY July 18
8:00 am + Henry Blaut
6:00 pm + Markowski Family
SATURDAY July 19
4:00 pm + Michelle Laske-Osborne
SUNDAY July 20
8:00 am + Frank & Helen Calvert
10:00 am + Stanley Bieniecki
12:00 pm + Ben & Dorothy Stryczny
+ Deceased
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Coffee & Donuts - will be available in the school gym on Sunday, July 13 after 8:00 a.m. Mass. Please join us and socialize with your fellow Mass attendees and parishioners.
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The Silent Carnival Raffle 2025 is Underway - The five white envelopes were mailed June 10th, hopefully you have received yours already. They were mailed to 242 households. The first raffle which includes the bonus is July 13th. The sooner you turn in all 5 envelopes, the more chances you will have of winning a prize. The drawing of the winning tickets will take place in church at our Sunday Masses after the vocal announcements have been read. The schedule follows:
July 13 - 8:00 a.m. Aug. - 4:00 p.m.
July 20 - 10:00 a.m. Aug. - 8:00 a.m.
July 27 - 12:00 p.m. Aug. - 10:00 a.m.
As of July 6, 54 parishioners out of 242 have returned their 5 envelopes with $50. Thank You! Fr. Ralph Hudak
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A Message from our organist, Jan Bis - We cordially invite you to Sunday Mass in our church, IHM, on July 20th at 10:00 a.m. Musical service at the Mass will be provided by the band, Tim Dance, with Mariola and Tomasz from Poland. After the Mass, the band invites you to a short concert of religious songs. There will be an opportunity to buy the band's CDs with religious, folk and popular songs to dance to.
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The Opening of the 2026 Mass Intention Book is Postponed - The new Mass schedule for the Sunday Masses must be determined first. There will probably be one Mass in English and one bilingual Mass on Sundays. The 4:00 p.m. Saturday Mass will not be changed. The weekday Mass at 8:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, will remain.
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Rosary Hall AA Men's 12 Step Retreat - Friday, August 1, 5:30 p.m. - Sunday, August 3, 11:30 a.m. A Recovery Retreat at the Jesuit Retreat Center is a time to nurture your serenity, deepen your spirituality and find the strength to work the steps of recovery. The weekend includes inspiring presentations, small group discussions, fellowship, private rooms and 5 meals. Cost $300. Located at 5629 State Road, Parma. Call (440-884-9300) or (https:www.jesuitretreatcenter.org).
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Taste of St. Casimir Polish Food Festival - will be held on Sat. & Sun., July 26th & 27th, on the Parish grounds at 8223 Sowinski Avenue, Cleveland. Featuring a wide selection of the best homemade Polish food in town. The Festival runs from 2:00-10:00 p.m. on Saturday, and 12:30-7:00 p.m. on Sunday, with live music in the outdoor garden area. Festive refreshments, raffles, church tours and more ensure a fun time to be had by all. This event will help us raise funds for a new church roof. For more details, call (216-341-9091). All are welcome!
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District Pre-Baptism Class - for parents will be held at St. John Nepomucene Church, Fleet Avenue at East50th Street on Sunday, July 20th at 11:30 a.m. Call the parish office during regular business hours to register or for more information (216-641-8444).
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July 27 is World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly - In 2021, Pope Francis established the celebration of the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly on the Fourth Sunday of July, near the liturgical memorial of Sts. Joachim and Ann (July 26th), the grandparents of Jesus. Pope Francis chose a line from Psalm 71 - "Do not cast me off in my old age" - as the theme for the celebration of the day. As the Catholic Church continues to celebrate the Jubilee Year 2025, we are encouraged to pray for the elderly of the world.
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Changes in Our Mass Schedule Due to Fr. Panek's Departure - Since I will be at IHM myself, I plan to remove from our Mass schedule the 8:00 a.m. Saturday Mass beginning June 7th. Beginning Friday, June 6th, I will say the 6:00 p.m. Polish Mass. Polish and English languages will be used at the 10:00 a.m. Sunday Masses, and at the 6:00 p.m. Friday Masses indefinitely. Fr. Hudak.
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For Those Who Would Prefer an Entire Polish Mass and Confession in Polish - There are two neighboring parishes available: 1) St. Stanislaus, 3649 East 65th, (216-341-9091), Mass - 10:00 a.m., Confessions - 4:00 p.m. Saturdays. 2) St. Barbara, 1505 Denison Avenue, (216-661-1191), Mass - 11:00 a.m., Confessions - 10:15-10:45 a.m. Sundays.
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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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Morning Prayer for Women at the Jesuit Retreat Center - Monday, July 21, 9:30-11:00 a.m. Women from all walks of life are invited to pray together and learn more about the beauty of prayer. Led by Sr. Mary Ann Flannery, S.C., this prayer group will refresh your spirit and help you find strength in regular prayer habits. Just bring your Bible and come as you are! Coffee and pastry are included. Cost: Free Will offering. Walk-ins welcome; registration is not required. Located 5629 State Road, Parma. Call 440-884-5319 or (https://www.jesuitretreatcenter.org).
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2025 Catholic Charities Appeal Update for Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish - as of the May 2025 report: Goal is $9,275; Pledged $7,241; Fulfilled $4,394; 78.07% has been reached; Households are 344; Donors are 39, 11%. Remember to fulfill your pledge during this appeal year. If you would like to participate, envelopes can be found in the pamphlet and bulletin racks. Thank you to all the participants.
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Annual Day of Recollection in Honor of Sts. Ann & Joachim - All are invited to honor the parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary on this feast day, Friday, July 25,2025 by attending the annual pilgrimage sponsored by the Cleveland District of the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association at Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine, 21281 Chardon Road, Euclid, Ohio: the schedule follows - 10:00 a.m. - Confessions, 11:00 a.m. - Mass with Bishop Roger Gries, 12:00 p.m. - Luncheon with pork tenderloin in St. Ann's Hall at Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine, 1:30 p.m. - cash drawing raffle $100 prize, 2:30 p.m. - Eucharistic exposition, Rosary and Benediction. RSVP for the luncheon and raffle by Thursday, July 10 - Lunch $35, raffle tickets are $5 each. Make checks payable to FCSLA OKRES CLEVELAND DISTRICT and mail to : FCSLA Cleveland District 8361 Lorraine Drive, Strongsville, OH 44149. For more information, call Mary (440-724-2573) or go to (mtangeloff@att.net) Cleveland District Treasurer. More information can be found on the church bulletin board or in the pamphlet racks near the confessionals.
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The Bishop's 2025 Golf Classic - is August 4th at the Westwood Country Club, 22625 Detroit Road in Rocky River. Schedule: 9:30 a.m. registration/check-in opens, putting greens and driving range open
10:00 a.m. brunch buffet
11:30 a.m. welcome & opening prayer, golfers assemble at carts shotgun start (18 holes)
4:00 p.m. golfers finish-bar open
4:30 p.m. program and dinner with Bishop Malesic, announcement of prize winners
5:30 p.m. event concludes
For more information, contact Kaitlyn Novicky (216-696-2525 x 1680) or (knovicky@catholiccommunity.org) including event cost amounts.
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Catholic Renewal Ministries' 42nd Annual Conference - is Saturday, July 26th, 2025 at St. Albert the Great Parish Life Center, 6667 Wallings Road, North Royalton. This year's theme is "The Joy of the Lord is My Strength". Guest speakers will be Dr. Jaci Sabol, a neuropsychologist, who is a longtime worship leader and speaker on the faith and who serves on the board of Faith on Fire!; Dave Van Vickle, a popular speaker who presents on topics related to spiritual warfare, our call to holiness, and authentic Catholic spirituality, and Fr. Bob Franco, the Bishop's Liaison for Charismatic renewal in the Cleveland Diocese. Auxiliary Bishop Michael G. Woost will be celebrant for the Vigil Mass, and Matt Fafrak will lead us in contemporary praise music throughout the day and evening. Visit the CRM website: (www.crmweb.org) or call 440-944-9445 for more information. Advance registration postmarked by Wednesday, July 16th, is $40, and at the door $50. Come, as we praise and exalt Jesus in the power of the Holy Spirit and celebrate the Jubilee Year 2025.
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Mark Your Calendars for the FEST!! Sunday, August 3, 2025 - The FEST is an inspiring day of faith, family and fun - all for FREE! Come and hear the best of the Contemporary Christian Artists: Maverick City Music, Danny Gokey, Ben Fuller and Seph Schlueter. There's something for everyone at the FEST from meaningful displays to faith-based crafts and activities for the kids. You can visit the Marc's Mom's Relaxation Station along with getting your favorite summer foods and family friendly prices! This is the 25th anniversary of the FEST held on the campus of the Center for Pastoral Leadership in Wickliffe, Ohio, 28700 Euclid Avenue. The day begins at 12 noon and continues until 8 pm when we come together for a beautiful outdoor Mass followed by an amazing American Fireworks Display. For all the details, go to: (www.theFEST.us).
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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: total $3,417.00. 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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Pre-Cana Days at the Jesuit Retreat Center - located at 5629 State Road in Parma (https://www.jesuitretreatcenter.org) or call 440-884-9300. Register-on-line: Click ON "Retreats & Programs", go down to "Pre-Cana". Dates are on Sunday 2025: August 24. Cost $80. 12:30-6:30 p.m. Topics to be covered include: Communication, Sexuality, Everyday Living and the Sacrament of Marriage. The day will include prayer, presentations, couple sharing (most important part of the day), Mass and dinner. Dress is casual. Register early. To view other parish programs, go to: Diocese of Cleveland.org/Pre-Cana.
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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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Available Mass Dates in August & September - Please consider scheduling a Mass for your beloved death or any other special date. Also, remember that the Saturday 8:00 am Mass has been reinstated until Saturday, May 31st. In August: 17th - 8a, 24th - 10a and 31st - 8a & 12p. In September: 11th - 8a, 15th - 8a, 24th - 8a and 28th - 8a.
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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 2025 was opened on June 25, 2024 - 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:
06/29/2025 - $4,005.00 (R&R) - $604.00
07/06/2025 - $2,198.00 (R&R) - $224.00
Keeping the Faith - $85.00
"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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Information for Senior Age People - If you have an IRA retirement account and you are 70 1/2 years or older, please consider an IRA Charitable Rollover to benefit your Parish, Catholic Charities, Priestly Formation, Catholic Education or another ministry in the Diocese of Cleveland and/or a "Not for Profit" organization in the community. For more information read some of the material place on the church bulletin board and in the two pamphlet racks near the confessionals.
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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. The July 20th topic is "Taking Care of Yourself While Grieving". 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. 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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