Mother of Sorrows Parish

News and Events

Play Debut: Carlo and Francis in the Real Presence
Join us on St. Carlo Acutis' very first Feast Day on Sunday, October 12th at 7:00 p.m. in our church for a reading of the new short play Carlo and Francis in the Real Presence by James McGuire. This is the play’s first presentation and features two teen actors from St. Hilary Players in Fairlawn, followed by a discussion during which audience feedback will be invited. Then, to continue honoring Our Lord and these two saints who loved the Eucharist, we’ll end the evening with Adoration. Admission is free. [posted 10/2-12/2025]

Weekday Mass
Once a month, we celebrate weekday Mass.  Please join us for Mass on Wednesday, October 15 at 9:00 AM. [posted 10/10-15/2025]

Upcoming Special Collections
There will be a collection on the weekend of October 11-12 for the St. Vincent de Paul Blanket Drive. Your monetary donation allows the society to make bulk purchases of blankets and other necessities for the poor in our diocese. [posted 10/2-12/2025]

On the weekends of October 11-12 and 18-19, we will be collecting gently used books and purses or wallets for the Christ Child Society of Akron’s annual Holiday Boutique on November 22. Adult and children’s hardcover and paperback books that are in good condition are needed; as well as those stylish purses that you no longer use. Please place them in the bins located in the vestibule of the Church. Anyone interested in more information on the work of the Christ Child Society or in becoming a member can contact christchildsocietyakron.org. [posted 10/2-19/2025]

On October 25-26 and November 1-2, we will be collecting new items for men and women veterans at the VA Medical Center in Cleveland. The greatest needs are: sweat pants (no drawstrings), sweat shirts and zipped sweat jackets as the patients have a hard time putting on hoodies (sizes L, XL, and 2XL). Winter jackets (all sizes), scarves/gloves/hats, T-shirts (all-sizes), underwear (all sizes), and tennis shoes (sizes 9-13 ) are also appreciated. All items should be new. In addition, personal care items including disposable safety razors, toothpaste, tooth brushes, alcohol-free lotion, shaving cream/gel, deodorant (men/women), feminine hygiene products, and combs/brushes are appreciated. Please place your donations in the bins at the entrance of the church. Everything will be delivered on time for Veteran’s Day. [posted 10/2-11/2/2025]

Upcoming Events
Save the dates for these other events; more details to follow.
10/15 9:00 am Weekday Mass
10/25 5:00 pm Grieving Parents Mass
10/29 6:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration
10/29 7:00 pm Finance Council Meeting
11/01 9:15 am Volunteer at St Vincent de Paul Ozanam Center
11/01 5;00 pm Remembering Our Beloved Deceased Mass
11/12 10:00 am Faith and Fiction Book Club
11/12 6:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration
11/12 7:00 pm Facilities Committee Meeting
11/19 9:00 am Weekday Mass
11/27 9:00 am Thanksgiving Day Mass