8:35 AM Rosary Ministry
Join fellow parishioners in reciting the rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet in the Reservation Chapel
at 8:35 am weekdays. Instructions on praying the rosary are available.
TIME COMMITMENT: Monday through Friday, 8:35-9:15 am.
FOR INFORMATION: Meg Hopp, 867-8917 or meg102660@yahoo.com;
Maureen Reilly, 666-1044 or akroreil@aol.com
Adult Education 2011-2012
Friday Night Movies
Watch movies with inspirational messages. Babysitting and activities for youth available.
Fridays, Oct 7, Nov 4, Feb 3, Mar 2
First movie: Invictus, a story of vision, courage & honor staring Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon. Clint Eastwood directs the true story of Nelson Mandela and the white South African rugby team.
Dr. Joe Kelly PhD, The Origins of Christmas
A professor of religious studies at John Carroll University and author of numerous books including The Origins of Christmas.
Tues, Nov 29, 7:30 to 9:00 pm
Fr. Michael Brunovsky on Prayer
A priest for the Benedictine Order, Fr. Brunovsky will explain the different forms of prayer.
Wednesday, Feb 15, 7:30 to 9:00 pm
Sr Rita Mary Harwood
The head of family and parish life for the Diocese of Cleveland, Sr. Rita Mary Harwood will explain why immigration matters to each of us.
Tuesday, April 17, 7:30 to 9:00 pm
ALIVE Encounter
Come for a night of Adoration, praise & worship and a life changing encounter with Jesus Christ in the power of His Holy Spirit. Last Sunday of the month, 7:00 to 8:00 pm. For e-mail reminders, jsolomon@sthilarychurch.org
Bible Buddies
Those thirsting for enrichment of the Mass experience will enjoy Bible Buddies. This Scripture study
group works to foster a better understanding and appreciation of the Sunday Scripture.
TIME COMMITMENT: The group meets from September to May every other Tuesday from 12:30 to 2:30 pm.
FOR INFORMATION: Sr. Marie Bohn, HM, 330-576-6040 or marie-bohn@sbcglobal.net
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Catholicism 101-Mass Appeal
Make your spiritual life come alive with the deep spiritual insights on how Mass and the prayer forms within it bring us ever nearer to our loving God. These “ways of praying” will enhance our individual prayer lives and make Mass even more meaningful.
MASS APPEAL I: How the Mass teaches us to pray
Friday, Sept. 16, 6:30 pm
Fr. Steven Brunovsky, beginning with wine and cheese social, Gathering Area, babysitting available.
MASS APPEAL II: The Lamb’s Supper: Mass as Heaven on Earth
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 7:00 pm
Dr. Scott Hahn, Church, ($5 tickets sold after Mass August 20/21 and August 27/28)
MASS APPEAL III: Getting More out of Mass through Your Personal Prayer
Friday, Nov. 18, 6:30 pm
Fr. Steven Brunovsky, beginning with wine and cheese social, Gathering Area, babysitting available
Charismatic Prayer Group
This group honors and worships the Trinity with praise, prayer, song, sharing Scripture and exercising the gifts given to us by the Holy Spirit. We seek formation by the Holy Spirit and pray for the physical, emotional and spiritual healing of all the Church and the needs expressed by the members. Our meetings include teaching and sharing on various aspects of the Christian life. We focus on developing mature Christian living and our meetings are open to all. Come see what the Lord Jesus has for you.
TIME COMMITMENT: Every Tuesday from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.
FOR INFORMATION: Kathy or Russ King, 835-1070, kking72@neo.rr.com
or rking72@neo.rr.com
Growth in the Spirit Seminar
Friday evening, Sept 23-Saturday, Sept 24
A workshop to help you grow and mature spiritually.
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Eucharistic Adoration
All are welcome to experience time alone with the Lord with the Blessed Sacrament in the Reservation Chapel.
TIME COMMITMENT: Wednesdays 10:00 am to 8:00 pm.
FOR INFORMATION: Parish Office, 867-1055 or church@sthilarychurch.org
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Faith Alive
For over 25 years, St. Hilary has held an annual retreat during Lent. Open to men and women over 18 years of age, the
retreat is led by Fr. Norm Douglas and supported by a team of parishioners. Fr. Norm presents a dynamic vision that focuses
on ways to affirm, equip and support Catholic men and women in their daily life mission of being the Church in their world of
family, workplace, and community. The retreat is consistently rated the top non-liturgical spiritual experience offered by the
parish. Join us and learn how you can strengthen the connection between faith, work, and your daily life.
TIME COMMITMENT: The 2012 retreat will occur Friday evening, March 9th through Saturday, March 10th.
FOR INFORMATION: Jim Kilcoyne, 929-7431 or jimkilcoyne@aol.com
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Family Life
Join this small Christian community of women as they meet for prayer, faith sharing and study of John Paul II’s writing through the Familia Program. In
addition, family and adult social activities are planned throughout the year. Babysitting is available.
TIME COMMITMENT: Meetings are Monday during the school year from 10:00 to 11:30 am, except during school holidays.
FOR INFORMATION: Ann Brandt, 865-0547 or jaydbrandt@juno.com
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Incredible Journey Bible Study
Enrich your spiritual life with one of the exciting “Great Adventures” through the Bible, a dynamic video series presented by Jeff Cavins, Dr. Tim Gray or Steve Weidenkopf. The group enjoys small group discussion as well as large group learning. Prepare yourself for a lifetime journey of discovering God in the Scriptures.
Three offerings of Psalms: School of Prayer
Monday evenings 6:45-8:00, Sept 19-Nov 28
Tuesday evenings 7:00-9:00, Sept 6-Nov 15
Thursday mornings 9:15-11:15, Sept 8-Nov 17
One offering of Epic: Church History
Tuesday mornings, 9:15-11:15, Sept 13-Mar 13
One offering of Revelation: The Kingdom Yet To Come
Wednesday mornings 9:15-11:15, Jan 11-Mar 14
FOR INFORMATION: Randy Malick, 867-1055 ext 209 or rmalick@sthilarychurch.org
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Journey Women
Women are invited to a retreat every 5th Monday of the month. Women meet in Sand Run Park at Shady Hollow Pavilion. The group spends their time together experiencing different kinds of prayer, journaling, reading, and sharing. Be Still and Know I am God Psalm 46:10.
TIME COMMITMENT: 9:00 am to 2:30 pm on the 5th Monday. August 29, 2011, October 31, 2011, January 30, 2012, April 30, 2012 and July 30, 2012
FOR INFORMATION: Sr. Marlene, 867-1055 ext 206 or marlene@sthilarychurch.org
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Men's Group
All men are invited to attend and to share the Lord’s action in their lives. This group focuses on living in the modern
world as a Catholic man. Those who participate receive unconditional acceptance and prayerful support from the
group. Men who are inactive in the church, as well as those who are very active, benefit from participation. Each meeting
begins with a Mass in the church followed by a presentation then small group discussion. All are welcome to attend Mass.
Men's Group December
The Mysteries of the Rosary
Men's Group Handouts
Mens Group Calendar 2012
Click Here for more information
TIME COMMITMENT: Meetings are the second Saturday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30 am. Each meeting begins with Mass in the
church followed by a speaker then small group discussion.
FOR INFORMATION: Dick Bradner 666-8940 or rjbradner@yahoo.com
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Ministry of Praise
A monthly newsletter (September-June) is sent to members with a request for their prayers for our parish. The newsletter will have the prayer intentions for that month along with prayers and seasonal stories. Young and old may join. There are no meetings.
FOR INFORMATION: Betty Sobieski, 836-1034
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Silent Meditation Group
This group transcends faith boundaries by offering a group setting and support for people of all faiths to practice silent
meditation. All are invited to join in this silent form of prayer. Instructions are provided.
TIME COMMITMENT: Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30pm
FOR INFORMATION: James Klejka, 665-1244 or jpkmd@roadrunner.com
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Women of Grace NEW for 2011
Women find your purpose...feed your soul. A powerful Catholic study for women. Based on Johnnette Benkovic’s book, Full of Grace, this study will teach you how by revealing God’s purpose you can be nurtured, and fed spiritually, mentally, and emotionally. You’ll learn to embrace your gift of authentic femininity and your dignity as a daughter of God. Ms. Benkovic is host of Women of Grace Live radio program and The Abundant Life seen on EWTN.
TIME COMMITMENT: Monday, February 27, 2012 - April 30, 2012, 6:30 to 8:00 pm
FOR INFORMATION: Brenda Nixon, 668-1018 bjreyesnixon@msn.com
Word Alive Youth Bible Study
Teens who want to deepen their faith meet for prayer, scripture study and community with other teens.
TIME COMMITMENT: Wednesdays, 7:00 to 8:30pm.
FOR INFORMATION: Jason Solomon, 867-1055 ext 224 or jsolomon@sthilarychurch.org
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Young Adult Ministry NEW for 2011
A newly added program to Youth Ministry for those who are beyond high school, in or out of college, single or married, with or without kids who want a program just for them. Join us for bi-monthly gatherings that allow for social interaction, spiritual development and just hanging out with people who are going through the same things you are. Open to all between ages 18-35 no matter religious denomination or parish. One of the gatherings is Alive Encounter which is a night of adoration, praise and worship in the life changing encounter with Jesus Christ in the power of His Holy Spirit.
TIME COMMITMENT: Two gatherings a month including an Alive Encounter on the last Sunday of the month from 7:00 to 8:00 pm.
FOR INFORMATION: Jason Solomon, 867-1055 ext 224 or jsolomon@sthilarychurch.org
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