PARA ESPAÑOL, VEASE ABAJO
FROM THE DESK OF FR. JOSEPH CALLAHAN
November 8, 2026
Dear parishioners and friends,
In his first encyclical Magnifica Humanitas PopeLeo XIV assures us that we are not without hope in the age of Artificial Intelligence(AI). We should never lose hope in times of change. Because it is precisely in the face of change that God shows the strength of his arm, scatters the proud, lifts up the lowly, fills the hungry with good things, ands ends the rich empty away.That is what Mary proclaimed as she faced the challenge of a huge change in her life. She bursts into a hymn of praise and joy. Her soul magnifies the Lord and her spirit rejoices in God her Savior, because he chose a young, poor, and humble girl for his plan of salvation. (MH 243).
In the end, this is the question posed: What ultimately safeguards humanity? A civilization of love, that we build in relationship with God and others. What protects us in an age of AI? Remembering that it is a tool that we use, not a tool that uses us. What brings us hope in this rapidly changing era? The face of Jesus Christ, the nourishment of the Eucharist, and communion with one another.
We thank God for the Holy Father’s teachings in this complicated time. We pray for his continued recovery and health.
In Christ, Father Joseph H. Callahan.
ONLINE GIVING / CONTRIBUYA EN LINEA
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SACRED PLACES GRANT
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish has been awarded a $175,000 grant from the National Fund for Historic Places. It is a matching grant. This means we have the challenge of raising $175,000 for this urgent project that will fund masonry repair and restoration of the church building. Consider donating to help with this important project!!
MANY THANKS FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS!
Thanks to your contributions the parish has collected $185,000.00 for our Sacred Places Match!
YOU ARE INVITED TO WATCH THIS BRIEF VIDEO ABOUT THIS EXCITING PROJECT!
THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH /
ESTA SEMANA EN NUESTRA PARROQUIA
SAT. 7 NOV: 8:30AM Pláticas Prematrimoniales / 10:00AM PSR Classes
SUN. 8 NOV: 11:00AM Plática Prebautismal / 2:00PM Comité Actividades / 2:00PM Confirmation Class
WED. 11 NOV: 3-4:30PM Food Pantry / 7:00PM Juan XXIII / 7:00PM Prebaptism class at St. Stanislaus
FRI. 13 NOV: RETIRO DAMAS JUAN XXIII
SAT. 14 NOV: 10:00AM PSR Classes / 12:00PM Baptisms/Bautizos
SUN. 15 NOV: 11:00AM OCIA English / 2:00PM OICA Español / 4:00PM Misa de Clausura Juan XXIII
NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
A FREE EVENING WITH CAST MEMBERS FROM THE CHOSEN: November 13, at Lakewood Civic Auditorium, 14100 Franklin Boulevard. Doors open at 6:00PM.; the program begins at 7:30PM. Admission is free with advance registration. Bring family or a friend! Details and reservations: NEOChosen.com/lakewood.
2026 CZECH HOLIDAY FAIR: Save de date Saturday, November 14, 10:00AM to 3:00PM. Traditional foods, raffles and surprises. Bohemian National Hall, 4939 Broadway Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44127.
GRAVESIDE SERVICE FOR DECEASED PRIESTS: Join us as we remember those priests who left us in the past year who served our Diocese. Monday, November 16th at 3:00PM at Holy Cross Cemetery in Brook Park (St John Paul II Mausoleum/Section 5).
ALTAR AND ROSARY MEETING: Rosary will be said EVERY SUNDAY in the month of October at 9:30 AM before 10:00AM Mass. Please Join Us! EVERYONE WELCOME!
FOOD PANTRY: Every Wednesday 3-4:30PM. We are in need of canned fruit, beef stew, Ramen, jello, hot chocolate packets, Mac and cheese, sardines. Thanks so much for your donations and generosity.
SHARE YOUR FAITH! Invite your family members or friends who were not able to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, First Communion, and/or Confirmation to register for the OCIA or Adult Sacramental Preparation. Classes will be held on Sundays beginning in October. Stop by the table by the St. Procop statue to complete a registration form after the Sunday Masses or in the parish office.
JOIN OUR MAILING AND EMAIL LIST: To receive updates on parish events, digital bulletin and future alumni events please send a message to:our parish email: olol@ourladyoflourdes-cle.com. Please Include your full name, mailing address, phone number and email.
MINISTERIO HISPANO
8 de noviembre del 2026
Queridos feligreses y amigos,
En su primera carta encíclica Magnifica Humanitas, el papa León XIV nos asegura que no nos quedemos sin esperanza en esta época de Inteligencia Artificial (IA). No hemos de perder la esperanza frente a grandes cambios. Precisamente, en grandes cambios Dios muestra su poder, deshace a los soberbios y sus planes, exalta a los humildes, colma de bienes a los hambrientos y despide a los ricos con manos vacías. Así proclamó la Virgen María anticipando un enorme cambio en su vida. Su alma proclama la grandeza del Señor y su espíritu se exalta en Dios su Salvador, porque Él eligió a una joven pobre y pequeña para su plan de salvación. (MH 243).
Al fin y al cabo, el desafío es: ¿Qué va a proteger la humanidad? La civilización de amor. Amor a Dios y amor a los demás. ¿Qué nos protege en la época de IA? Recordar que es una herramienta que el hombre utiliza, y no es una herramienta que utiliza al hombre. ¿Cómo encontramos esperanza en el contexto de tantos cambios? En el rostro de Jesucristo, el alimento de la Eucaristía, y la comunión con los demás.
Le damos gracias a Dios por las enseñanzas de Su Santidad León XIV. Y recemos mucho por su recuperación y su salud.
Atentamente en Cristo, Pbro. Joseph H. Callahan
PROXIMOS EVENTOS Y NOTICIAS
COMITÉ DE ACTIVIDADES: Únete al comité de planeación de actividades parroquiales después de la Misa.
UNA NOCHE GRATIS CON LOS MIEMBROS DEL REPARTO DE THE CHOSEN: El viernes 13 de noviembre en el Lakewood Civic Auditorium, 14100 Franklin Boulevard. Las puertas se abren a las 6:00 PM; el programa empieza a las 7:30 PM. La entrada es gratuita con registro previo. ¡Trae a tu familia o a un amigo! Detalles y reservas: NEOChosen.com/lakewood.
FERIA NAVIDEÑA CHECA 2026: Guarda la fecha, sábado 14 de noviembre, de 10:00AM a 3:00PM. Comidas tradicionales, rifas y sorpresas. Bohemian National Hall, 4939 Broadway Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44127.
SERVICIO PARA SACERDOTES FALLECIDOS: Únete a nosotros mientras recordamos a esos sacerdotes que nos dejaron en el último año y que sirvieron a nuestra Diócesis. Lunes, 16 de noviembre a las 3:00PM en el Cementerio Holy Cross en Brook Park (Mausoleo San Juan Pablo II/Sección 5).
Rezo del ROSARIO CADA DOMINGO: Cada domingo a las 11:30AM se reza el Santo Rosario antes de la misa en Español. ¡TODOS BIENVENIDOS!
DESPENSA DE ALIMENTOS: Cada miércoles 3-4:30PM. Aun necesitamos enlatados. ¡Apreciamos su generosidad!