WHAT'S HAPPENING
Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, February 18th
7:30 AM Mass
9:15 AM Mass
4:30 PM Prayer Service
7:00 PM Mass
(ashes distributed at all services)
There will be a collection for our St. Vincent de Paul Conference at all services
Parish Lenten Mission
February 22-24, 2026
7:00pm in the Church
Join us each evening at 7:00pm in the church for our Parish Mission! This year we are partnering with Holy Trinity, Avon to host Fr Leo Patalinghug, Catholic priest, award winning chef, speaker, and author!
Homily 2026-02-15
“The pitchers and the catchers showed up, so our baseball season is officially underway; and the Guardians remain in first place. Our second reading today is from Corinthians. And it gives us a good sense of the love that God has for us, for his children. We were made his children at our baptism. It talks about God’s wisdom and his mystery. The mystery that awaits those who love God. It gives us a glimpse of heaven – not much in the way of detail, but a glimpse. Eye has not seen, ear has not heard . . .”
FIRST Fish Fry - Feb 20th
Our Fish Fry season kicks off Friday, Feb 20th (5:00pm - 7:30pm) in the PAC with live entertainment by Michelle Romary. Dinner entrees include Baked Fish (haddock), Fried Fish (perch fillets), Fried Shrimp, Combo (perch fillets & shrimp), and Pierogi. 50/50 Raffle Tickets will be sold every evening of the Fish Fry, with a new winner pulled at the end of each night. (You need not be present to win!) Proceeds from the raffle benefit our partner parish, St Aloysius-St Agatha in Cleveland.
Stations of the Cross
follow in the footsteps of Jesus
Feb 20, 27; Mar 6, 13, 20, 27
7:00 pm in the church
Good Friday, Apr 3, 12:00 pm
LENT with C.S. Lewis
Feb 23, Mar 2, Mar 9, Mar 16, and Mar 23
10:00-11:30am in the Community Room
5-part series with Bill Toler
Join us for Lenten nourishment with C.S. Lewis and his writings. Whether you're a longtime fan of Lewis or a newcomer to his work, this journey will lead us both daily and weekly on our journey to Holy Week and Easter.
Archangels’ Music Bingo Party
February 19th, 11:30am - 2:00pm
Join us for our Koffee Klatch as Kenny the DJ spins favorite tunes in a Bingo Format. It’s Fun. It’s Easy. Cards and markers will be provided. There will be plenty of prizes. There is no charge for this event. Please feel free to bring a shareable—pastry, cookies, or a veggie/fruit tray.
SOCIAL CONCERNS COLLECTION
This Lent, we are collecting items for the Neighbors Who Care Program. The program provides food & household items, along with children's Easter baskets, to those in need for St. Raphael neighbors, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, St. Aolysius, Malachi Center, Blessing House, Holy Name Elem Sch. and St. Elizabeth Hunger Center. Needs are listed HERE and can also be found on the magnetic boards in Good Shepherd Square & the Gathering Area. Donations can be dropped off to the bins in Good Shepherd Square through March 18th.
Thank you for your generosity. It is so very much appreciated!
St. Vincent de Paul Conference Anniversary
Our St. Vincent de Paul Society Conference is approaching our first anniversary here at St. Raphael. The Conference is dedicated to serving the needs of the poor by providing beds, mattresses and bedding, emergency food supplies, temporary rent and utility assistance and sharing resources for additional longer-term basic needs such as furniture, food assistance and employment opportunities.
Fr. Dan is on the Radio!
Fr. Dan Schlegel will be featured on “God Calling” a local program from The Rock. Listen to Fr. Dan share about his vocational journey, from serving as a vicar at various parishes to pastoring the same community he grew up in. Tune in to hear Fr. Dan on Sunday, March 1st, at 4:30 PM on “God Calling” with Paul Orlousky.
To hear previously aired vocation stories from other local men and women from all walks of life, visit
rockcatholicradio.com , select “On Demand” from the "Programs" pull-down menu, and scroll to “God Calling”.
The New Barleycorn
Tuesday, March 3rd, 5 - 8 PM
(RSVP by Monday, February 23rd)
in the Community Room
Raphael’s Archangels invite you & friends for an evening of Irish music, humor and food. $45 per person. To RSVP contact Pat McGinty 440-465-9214, or Dave Volosin 440-665-1042, or use the RSVP form.
Evening of Confession
Wednesday, March 4th, 5 - 8 PM
at St. Raphael Church
The Catholic Diocese of Cleveland invites all Catholics to the Evening of Confession this Lenten season. On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, most of the Catholic churches in the diocese will be open for confession from 5pm until 8pm.
Chosen Extras Presentation
RESCHEDULED for April 30th, 11:00am-2:30pm
Deacon Will and Liz Yoho will share their experiences (in costume) of being extras on the set of “The Chosen”, a quality series about the life of Christ.
They have traveled 3 times, (so far) to Texas and Utah to be extras on “The Chosen” sets and are happy and grateful to be able to share their experiences with others. The presentation will be held in the Community rooms A & B at St. Raphael Parish.
Black & Indian Missions
Your support of this collection helps build the Church in our African American and Native American communities from coast to coast.
OLDER (but still relevant) Parish News
2026 Annual Appeal
This Appeal seeks $15.3 million to support vital ministries serving those in need across the eight counties of the Diocese. Join Bishop Malesic and thousands of faithful in extending God’s love through acts of mercy.
Calling All Men
Men, if you’re tired of being held back by the comforts and distractions of our time and desire to grow closer to God, Exodus 90 is the path you’ve been searching for.
Join more than 250,000 men from all around the world who have experienced true freedom.
The challenge begins January 5 and ends Easter Sunday.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION MINISTRY
Do you need:
- Assistance in discerning God's will in your life?
- Help identifying the movements of good and evil spirits in making wise decisions?
- Help in growing deeper in your relationship with God?
Contact parishioner Mike Manco for spiritual direction: mikemanco63@gmail.com or 216-496-4001
A Pastoral Letter from Bishop Edward C. Malesic
"The goal of this letter is to provide you with a resource for reflection, that you might be drawn more deeply into prayer and a more intimate relationship with Jesus."
