Faith and Fiction Book Club
Join us on October 8 when we will discuss All the Beauty in the World by Patrick Bringley. We gather for coffee at 10:00 am and begin our discussion promptly at 10:30. Even if you haven’t finished or even started the book, you are welcome to join us. We are members of all faiths and different parishes. We meet at Carol’s home. Contact her at carolk4mos@gmail.com for more information. [posted 10/2-8/2025]
Snack Saturday
Spend a few minutes socializing with parishioners--catching up with those we know & making some new friends after 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday, October 4th! [posted 10/2-4/2025]
Weekday Mass
Once a month, we celebrate weekday Mass. This month on Wednesday, September 24 we will wrap up our celebration, devotion and gratitude to our Mother of Sorrows with the Sorrowful Mysteries Rosary starting at 8:45 am followed by Mass. Please join us. The text for this special rosary can be found at this link. [posted 9/19-24/2025]
Eucharistic Adoration
Join us in church for prayerful reflection time on Wednesday, September 24 from 6:00-6:45 pm. [posted 9/19-24/2025]
Parish Council Meeting
All parishioners are welcome to this meeting on Wednesday, September 24 starting at 7:00 pm in the Parish Life Center. This meeting provides an opportunity to learn about parish activities and events as well as provide suggestions and feedback. [posted 9/19-24/2025]
First Responders’ Reception Thank You
Thank you for your Generosity!
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our parishioners and local merchants who generously contributed cash and food donations for our First Responders’ Reception (held on Saturday, September 13). Your kindness and support helped make it a true success.
Because of your generosity, we were able to provide a warm, welcoming experience for everyone who attended. The abundance of food and financial support not only met our needs but reflected the strong spirit of community that defines our parish.
To our merchants — Costco, Fishers, Peninsula Coffee House, Purplebrown Farm Store, Romito’s Pizza, Thirsty Dog Brewing Company and Winking Lizard — thank you for standing with us and giving so freely. To our parish family — your continued support is a blessing we never take for granted.
May God bless each of you for your giving hearts. {posted 9/15-24/2025]
First Responders Mass and Reception
We plan to honor our Peninsula First Responders at 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday, September 13. Following Mass, we will host a small reception for everyone who would like to attend. Please plan to come to Mass and to meet and greet our local heroes at our outside reception. In order to make this event a success, we need your help! If you are able to help in any way (set up, clean up, food prep, etc), please reach out to Carol Kamphuis (at carolk4mos@gmail.com), Diane Griffiths (at dianeg4mos@gmail.com), or Liz Yoho at (willnlizyoho@gmail.com).
Donations of COLD FOOD items (hors d’oeuvres, sandwiches, cheese trays, etc.) are needed! If you are able to prepare a food item, please sign the list at the back of the church or notify (at carolk4mos@gmail.com). We are also happy to accept any cash donations to assist in the cost of the event. Cash or check donations can be placed in the collection basket marked “First Responders Reception” or checks can be made payable to MOS, with the attention line “First Responders Reception.” Thanks in advance for supporting our First Responders! [posted 8/28-9/13/2025]
Faith and Fiction Book Club
We will discuss To the Field of Stars (A Pilgrim’s Guide to Santiago de Compostela) by Kevin Codd for our September 10 meeting. Come and explore something different; if you don't like reading, listen to the audiobook version. We’re composed of men and women, parishioners and non-parishioners, Catholics and non-Catholics. Everyone is welcome. We gather at 10:00 am for coffee and catch-up and begin our book discussion promptly at 10:30 so that we can be finished by noon. [posted 8/18-9/10/2025]
Donut Sunday
Spend a few minutes socializing with parishioners--catching up with those we know & making some new friends after the 9:30 am Mass on Sunday, September 7th! [posted 9/3-7/2025]
Eucharistic Adoration
Join us in church for prayerful reflection time on Wednesday, August 27 from 6:00-6:45 pm. [posted 8/24-27/2025]
Facilities Committee Meeting
All parishioners are welcome to this meeting on Wednesday, August 27 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 8/24-27/2025]
Weekday Mass
Once a month, we celebrate weekday Mass. Please join us for Mass on Wednesday, August 20 at 9:00 am. [posted 8/14-20/2025]
Feast of the Assumption Mass
Join us at 7:00 pm on Friday, August 15 to celebrate this holy day. [posted 8/6-15/2025]
Second Annual Blessing of the Kayaks
We will have this special blessing immediately following the 9:30 Mass on August 17. We will get together at the Cuyahoga River (at Lock 29) for the blessing of the kayaks and then do a "Holy Armada" paddling down the river. This is an ideal opportunity to invite friends and family to join us, especially young people. If you have any questions or are interested in helping with this event, please reach out to Deacon Will at 330-620-0992. [posted 8/6-17/2025]
Faith and Fiction Book Club - Updated Meeting Date
We will discuss Jigsaw Priest by Margaret Belle for our August 8 meeting. Come and explore something different; if you don't like reading, listen to the audiobook version. We’re composed of men and women, parishioners and non-parishioners, Catholics and non-Catholics. Everyone is welcome. We gather at 10:00 AM for coffee and catch-up and begin our book discussion promptly at 10:30 so that we can be finished by noon. [posted 8/6-8/2025]
Snack Saturday
Spend a few minutes socializing with parishioners--catching up with those we know & making some new friends after 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday, August 2th! [posted 8/1-2/2025]
August Advance Planning
Save the dates for these events; more details to follow.
8/2 Snack Saturday
8/13 Faith and Fiction Book Club
8/15 Feast of the Assumption Mass
8/17 Blessing of the Kayaks
8/20 Weekday Mass
8/27 Eucharistic Adoration
8/27 Facilities Committee
[posted 7/25-8/5/2025]
Eucharistic Adoration
Join us in church for prayerful reflection time on Wednesday, July 30 from 6:00-6:45 pm. [posted 7/15-30/2025]
Finance Council Meeting
All parishioners are welcome to this meeting on Wednesday, July 30 starting at 7:00 pm in the Parish Life Center. This meeting provides an opportunity to learn about our parish finances and plans as well as provide suggestions and feedback. [posted 7/25-30/2025]
Weekday Mass
Once a month, we celebrate weekday Mass. Please join us for Mass on Wednesday, July 16 at 9:00 AM. [posted 7/9-7/16/2025]
Donut Sunday
Spend a few minutes socializing with parishioners--catching up with those we know & making some new friends after Mass on Sunday, July 13th!! [posted 7/10-13/2025]
Faith and Fiction Book Club
Our FAITH & FICTION club meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month. We will discuss Eleanore of Avignon by Elizabeth DeLozier for our July 9 meeting. Come and explore something different; if you don't like reading, listen to the audiobook version. We’re composed of men and women, parishioners and non-parishioners, Catholics and non-Catholics. Everyone is welcome. We gather in the lower level of the Church at 10:00AM for coffee and catch-up and begin our book discussion promptly at 10:30 so that we can be finished by noon. [posted 6/26-7/10/2025]
Eucharistic Adoration
Join us in church for prayerful reflection time on Wednesday, June 25 from 6:00-6:45 pm. [posted 6/12-25/2025]
Parish Council Meeting
All parishioners are welcome to this meeting on Wednesday, June 25 starting at 7:00 pm in the Parish Life Center. This meeting provides an opportunity to learn about parish activities and events as well as provide suggestions and feedback. [posted 6/19-25/2025]
Weekday Mass
Once a month, we will celebrate weekday Mass. Please join us for Mass Wednesday, June 18 at 9:00 AM. [posted 6/12-25/2025]
Faith and Fiction Book Club
Our FAITH & FICTION club meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month. We will discuss The Salt Path by Raynor Winn for our June 11 meeting. Come and explore something different; if you don't like reading, listen to the audiobook version. We’re composed of men and women, parishioners and non-parishioners, Catholics and non-Catholics. Everyone is welcome. We gather in the lower level of the Church at 10:00AM for coffee and catch-up and begin our book discussion promptly at 10:30 so that we can be finished by noon. [posted 6/3-11/2025]
Eucharistic Adoration
Join us in church for prayerful reflection time on Wednesday, May 28 from 6:00-6:45 pm. [posted 5/27-28/2025]
Weekday Mass
Once a month, we will celebrate weekday Mass. Please join us for Mass this Wednesday, May 21 at 9:00 AM. [posted 5/15-22/2025]
First Annual Blessing of Bikes and Hikers and Fun Ride/Walk
Following 9:30AM Mass on May 18, bikes and hikers will be blessed outside the church before we embark on a fun trek along the Towpath at 10:45. At 12:15, we will return to the church for a BBQ and refreshments. There is no charge; you are just required to have fun! Everyone is welcome — solo riders and walkers, families, kids! Lace up your favorite shoes or ride your favorite bike — tandem, electric, 3-wheelers, pull-behind bike wagons, even old fashioned two wheel bicycles! Questions? Call 330-620-0992. [posted 5/6-19/2025]
Faith and Fiction Book Club
Our club meets the second Wednesday of each month at 10AM for coffee and book discussion beginning at 10:30. On May 14, we will be talk about a work of fiction, Death in Black & White, by Fr. Michael Brisson, L.C. Join us in our discussion of this purely fictional novel. Everyone is welcome — bring a friend!. [posted 4/21-5/15/2025]
Peninsula’s Ramp Up Festival
As part of this festival on April 26, we’re inviting the public to come in and hear a brief history of our church. Climb up to the choir loft and ring our church bell! Our church will be open from 11:00-5:00. If you wish, stay for our 5:00 Mass.
If you would like to take a 2-hour shift, please check out the 4/20/2025 bulletin for details. [posted 4/23-26/2025]
Our Parish Workday - 5/3/2025
Be part of a team of volunteers that will work to improve the parish grounds during the morning and afternoon, followed by a picnic. Come for an hour or two or come for the whole day. Interested in working or helping to organize the event? Please please check out the 4/20/2025 bulletin for details. [posted 4/23-5/4/2025]
Lenten Activities
Come worship with us during this Lenten season; check out the variety of our parish activities. [posted 3/5-4/21/2025; updated 4/7/2025]
In Search of Additional Choir Members
Consider adding your time and talent to praising God in song during Holy Week. So as many as would like can participate in the Holy Week Choir, here is an updated rehearsal schedule:
Sunday, March 30 @ 10:30 AM
Sunday, April 6 @ 10:30 AM
Tuesday, April 8 @ 10:30 AM
Tuesday, April 15 @ 10:30 AM
[posted 3/23-4/16/2025]
Faith and Fiction Book Club
Our book for April Faith & Fiction on April 9 is so timely and appropriate! We’re going to learn more about our beloved Pope Francis as we discuss his book, Life: My Story Through History. Please join us at 10:00 AM for fellowship and 10:30 for book discussion. [posted 3/23-4/12/2025]
Building Maintenance, Repair & Renovation Program
As mentioned at Mass and in the bulletin during the weekend of October 20-21, our parish has launched this program to raise funding for much needed repairs and maintenance. Read the details in this bulletin and this letter and pledge form. Please print and fill out the pledge form and return via the collection basket, postal mail or email mospeninsula@gmail.com. Our financial statements are posted at this link. Your generosity will assist us in enhancing the functionality and beauty of our parish. Scan this QR Code to link to our parish's online giving portal. [posted 10/26-3/31/2025]
Catholic Charities Campaign is Underway
Consider giving to this campaign to support its work in northeast Ohio at this link: https://www.catholiccommunity.org/support/catholic-charities. 
[posted 2/28-3/31/2025]
Priest Appreciation Dinner
This Tuesday, March 25, Mother of Sorrows will have a special Mass and Appreciation Dinner to honor the priests who have so willingly served our parish these last two years. Mass will be at 5:30 PM followed by a dinner in the parish hall. This is the perfect opportunity for our parish to fill the church and hall to show these wonderful priests how much they have meant to us!!! We
hope to see every parishioner there! Please bring a dish to share.
Parish Lenten Mission
Join us for one, two, or all three evenings with Fr. Jacon Bearer as he presents "From Glory to Glory - A Spritual Life That's Alive. Review the full schedule here. [posted 3/5-19/2025]
Faith and Fiction Book Club
Our FAITH & FICTION club meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month. We will discuss The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen for our March 12 meeting. Come and explore something different; if you don't like reading, listen to the audiobook version. We’re composed of men and women, parishioners and non-parishioners, Catholics and non-Catholics. Everyone is welcome. We gather in the lower level of the Church at 10:00AM for coffee and catch-up and begin our book discussion promptly at 10:30 so that we can be finished by noon. [posted 2/28-3/13/2025]
Try Something New This Year – Faith and Fiction Book Club!
Our FAITH & FICTION club meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month. We will discuss Priest and Beggar by Kevin Wells for our February 12 meeting. Come and explore something different; if you don't like reading, listen to the audiobook version. We’re composed of men and women, parishioners and non-parishioners, Catholics and non-Catholics. Everyone is welcome. We gather in the lower level of the Church at 10:00AM for coffee and catch-up and begin our book discussion promptly at 10:30 so that we can be finished by noon. [posted 1/12-2/13/2025]
Faith and Fiction Book Club
Our FAITH & FICTION club meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Join us on January 8 when we discuss Angela’s Ashes by Frank McCourt We will read and discuss Priest and Beggar by Kevin Wells for our February 12 meeting. Come and explore something different; if you don’t like reading, listen to the audiobook version. We’re composed of men and women, parishioners and non-parishioners, Catholics and non-Catholics. Everyone is welcome. We gather in the lower level of the Church at 10:00AM for coffee and catch-up and begin our book discussion promptly at 10:30 so that we can be finished by noon. [posted 12/30/2024-1/9/2025]
