Mother of Sorrows Parish

News and Events

For diocesan and community events, refer to this page.

The Season of Lent - Activities List
Join us as we observe Lent with activities and events thoughtfully chosen to guide us prayerfully and intentionally into a deeper relationship with Jesus throughout this sacred season.  This section will be updated for each week's activities.  The schedule and locations are subject to change based upon the church's renovations.  Additionally, free copies of The Little Black Book with daily reflections are available in the back of church. [posted 2/12-4/5/2026]

3/05 6:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration (in the church)
3/06 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross (in the church)

Eucharistic Adoration
Join us in church for prayerful reflection time on Thursday, March 5 from 6:00-6:45 pm. [posted 3/2-5/2026]

Facilities Committee Meeting
All parishioners are welcome to this meeting on Thursday, March 5 starting at 7:00 pm in the Parish Life Center.  This meeting provides an opportunity to learn about renovations and plans for our parish facilities and grounds as well as provide suggestions and feedback. [posted 3/2-5/2026]

Volunteer at St Vincent de Paul Ozanam Center
It is our parish's turn to volunteer on 3/7 from 9:15 am-12:00 pm. Volunteer opportunities depend on the number of volunteers present and may include staffing clothing rooms, counting clothes, sorting donations. The center is located at 93 Kent St, Akron, OH 44305. [posted 3/2-7/2026]

Shroud of Turin - Watch on our YouTube Channel at this link!
View the presentation files at this link.
A presentation on the Shroud of Turin by David Onysko took place at church on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7PM.  David, a Cleveland native, has studied Sindonology (the study of the Shroud) and lectured on it for 35 years. He continues to share all that he has learned and continues to learn - historic, theological and scientific - with as many people as possible, including local and international audiences.  There is no cost to attend and all are welcome.  Call 330-657-2631 or email carolk4mos@gmail.com for more information.  [posted 2/12-26/2026]

Upcoming Events
Save the dates for these other events; more details to follow.
3/11 10:00 am Faith and Fiction Book Club: Seven Last Words by James Martin
3/11 1:30 pm Choir Practice
3/11 7:00 pm Mission - From Encounter to Discipleship
3/11 8:00 pm Confession and Eucharistic Adoration
3/12 7:00 pm Mission - From Encounter to Discipleship
3/13 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross
3/18 8:45 am Seven Sorrows Rosary and Weekday Mass
3/18 1:30 pm Choir Practice
3/20 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross
3/25 1:30 pm Choir Practice
3/25 6:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration
3/25 7:00 pm Parish Council Meeting
3/26 7:00 pm The Crucifixion in Art presentation
3/27 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross
3/29 9:30 am Ecumenical Palm Sunday Service with United Methodist Church followed by Mass
4/01 1:30 pm Choir Practice
4/02 7:00 pm Holy Thursday Mass
4/03 12:00 pm Stations of the Cross
4/03 3:00 pm Good Friday Service
4/04 8:00 pm Easter Vigil Mass
4/05 9:30 am Easter Mass