With a rich history of collaboration and fellowship, the 20 parishes in Lake and Geauga counties along with Diocesan and Educational Administration, strive to create enthusiasm, joyfulness and enrichment for the Catholic faith and those that preach, teach, and support this.
2019 Chairperson is Gina Rensi, Director of Religious Education, Divine Word Parish
2019 Convenor, Father Dave Woost, Pastor, Divine Word Parish
Upcoming Events/Latest News
Suicide Prevention Training – August 11 and 12
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer): This training teaches folks the warning signs of depression and suicide, how to ask someone if they are suicidal, ways to persuade and refer them to help.
We want people to feel empowered to ask the tough questions to their colleagues, friends, and family members in order to save a life. The training also teaches folks how to be supportive during a time of uncertainty.
The instructor can have up to 25 attendees per training – they’ll do multiple training sessions if there are more people. There is no cost and everyone will receive a booklet and QPR travel card. Depending on the number of questions, the training is designed to be an hour long, and the instructor will stay and answer questions for however long is needed.
See flyer here: QPR_flyer 8-2020
Pre-Cana Online Program Available
The St Mary/St Helens Pre-Cana team has created an online Pre-Cana program.
It contains team couple videos on all the topics that are usually covered.
Links to the talks are sent to the engaged couples for their viewing, along with links to supporting resources.
The registration is on the St Mary web site here: Pre-Cana Registration Form
- cost per couple is $15 for parishioners or $20 for non-parishioner
- once registered, they will receive an email with links to the talks, resources materials, and an online feedback survey
- after we see their feedback being submitted we will mail (US Mail) a participation certificate
2020 Census Information from the Diocesan Social Action Office
From Susan L. Licate of the Philadelphia Regional Census Center, who will be presenting at our March meeting:
“Our faith-based outreach is critically important –and we appreciate working with trusted voices of our Clergy to help share the facts about the Census, why it is important, and how each of us has a right to be counted. The Census is non-partisan– not Democrat, Republican, or Independent but rather a Constitutional mandate. It is pretty awesome to know that we can take part to uphold our US Constitution as people who live or stay in the United States.”
Below are links to Faith-based flyers and fact sheets in both English and Spanish:
https://2020census.gov/content/dam/2020census/materials/partners/2020-01/Faith_Community_FAQ.pdf
“Additionally, we have many many flyers, posters, ads, and social media cards, PSAs, and scripts for signs, message boards, and Bulletins ready for our churches. Please do include my contact information in your mailing and I’m happy to provide files as the parishes would like ahead of the March presentation.”
Susan L. Licate, MBA, Media Specialist
Philadelphia Regional Census Center
U.S. Census Bureau
m: 440.840.4122
Lake/Geauga 2019/2020 District Meetings
All meetings begin at 11:45 am.
| Date | Location |
|---|---|
| May 11 | St. Justin Martyr (Eastlake) |
District News
Special Needs PSR
Our Lake Geauga District sponsors a Special Needs PSR program for all students who have physical, intellectual, or emotional challenges. The program is called Friends of Jesus, and is held at St. Gabriel parish from 10 to 11am on Saturday mornings. If you are willing to help make a difference in the lives of these students by assisting in the lessons, please contact Rachel Troha at St. Gabriel. Rtroha@st-gabriel.org
Alpha program is available now at St. Gabriel Church
St. Noel Youth Minister Position Open
Immigration Crisis
St. Mary in Painesville has been in the news with deportations and advocacy for their parishioners.
We can all help by getting the word out to our parishioners to:
- Learn more about the USCCB’s position on Justice for Immigrants
- Learn more about the Dream Act and DACA from the American Immigration Council
- Phone your legislators at 202-224-3121 (updated number from the 9/11/17 District Meeting)
- Leave a message saying that you support the Dream Act
Divorced and Separated Support
- Information can be found at the Lake/Geauga Divorced and Separated Catholic Ministry web site.
Resources
District Resource Book
- Please keep our District Resource Book updated by clicking the link below.
Past Meeting Minutes
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