Welcome to St. Julie Billiart Catholic Church
Rejoice!
Weekday Masses resumed on Tuesday, May 26, IN THE CHURCH at 8:30 a.m.
Our return to the public celebration of Sunday Mass is Saturday May 30, at 5:00 and Sunday May 31, at 9:00 only.
Please watch our video to learn more. Click the triangle play button in the lower left corner to begin.
Some brief general information:
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The presumption is that many individuals will remain home for Mass, so for now we are going to begin with the 5:00 p.m. Saturday Mass and ONE MASS on SUNDAY at 9:00 a.m.
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Remember: The obligation to attend Mass has been dispensed for the remainder of the year.
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Mass will continue to be provided on the website. It will be recorded at the 5:00 Mass and be made available late on Saturday evening for Sunday morning.
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If you are ill... PLEASE stay home and worship with us virtually via the recorded Mass available on Sunday morning.
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Face Masks must be worn upon entering the building and while in the building. This is for the safety of everyone. The Corona Virus has not gone away and without testing, no one knows who a carrier might be or may even be infected.
For more information about what to expect at St. Julie's, CLICK HERE.
The Diocese of Cleveland is publishing a large amount of up-to-date information on its website about church reopening. Click here for the Worship Guidelines section which tells “What the faithful should expect…” and gives a good sense of the requirements our churches are meeting to keep the faithful safe and healthy during this pandemic.
And remember, if there is anything we can do for you… please call!
Fr. George
St. Julie's now has an official and active Facebook page which can be found here. This is a quick way to keep up with the latest news at St. Julie's in addition to our website.
You do NOT need a Facebook account in order to view our page. You can say "Not Now" to the pop-ups that asks you to Log In or Create New Account. You will still see the page, but Facebook will keep reminding you to join.
St. Julie's Sunday Mass Online
As our church reopens on Pentecost, Mass videos will continue to be provided on our website. We will record the 5:00 p.m. Saturday Vigil Mass and it will be available late on Saturday evening for Sunday morning. The link below will work when the video is ready for viewing. To view and participate with St. Julie's, simply click on an underlined listing. See our Media Archive for previous videos.
Sunday May 31, The Great Feast of Pentecost
To make a spiritual communion, pray this prayer at the Holy Communion time of Mass:
Click here for a printable copy of this prayer.
My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment 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.
Online Donations
We have had many requests for online donations to St. Julie's. Please use the Online Donations page, which is in the menu under Parish Info, for additional information and the link to the donation form.
We are humbly grateful for your support of St. Julie's during these trying times.
"I want to sincerely thank all parishioners and non-parishioners alike who are able to support St. Julie’s. ... THANK YOU for keeping St. Julie’s afloat during this time!" Fr. George
Cancellations Until Further Notice
Blood Drive - PSR/FLY - Crockpot Dinners - Rosary - PrimeTimers - Vacation Bible School
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St. Julie's Bulletin will be published weekly, by Friday, with inspiration for the Sunday readings from Father George, as well as updates. Click on "Welcome" and Scroll to Bulletin.
***** If you did not receive the email blast on Thursday, May 28, we DO NOT have your current email address.
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A Pentecost Message from Fr. George
Greetings Parishioners and friends of St. Julie’s,
WELCOME BACK TO THE CHURCH AND PUBLIC MASSES
Today we conclude the Easter Season of 2020 with The Feast of Pentecost. It has been an Easter Season unlike any other and one which I hope to never experience again!
Jesus stood before his disciples and said: “Peace be with you.” He showed them his hands and his side, repeated the greeting and breathed upon them saying: “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive men’s sins, they are forgiven them; if you hold them bound, they are held bound.”
It is the same spirit which sends us forth into the world. By the gift of the Holy Spirit, each of us has the capacity to live the Christian life. God grants us the gifts of the Holy Spirit for the journey: Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety and Fear of the Lord. In addition, he gives each of us special gifts to pour into the community. What is your gift? Have you used it to heal, proclaim, forgive or even preach the good news?
And finally, the Fruits of the Spirit enable us to recognize the presence of having chosen and lived the Christian life. They are: charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, generosity, gentleness, faithfulness, modesty, self-control and chastity. They are the signs and source of our happiness.
Happy Pentecost Everyone! Keep your social distancing! Wear a face mask! Catch the Spirit (not the virus) and LIVE the new life!
Fr. George