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]
2/18 7:00 pm Ash Wednesday Mass (in the church)
2/20 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross (in the church)
2/26 7:00 pm Shroud of Turin presentation (in the church)
2/27 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross (in the church)
3/05 6:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration (in the church)
3/06 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross (in the church)
3/11 1:30 pm Choir Practice (at Peninsula United Methodist Church)
3/11 7:00 pm Mission - From Encounter to Discipleship (in church)
3/11 8:00 pm Confession and Eucharistic Adoration (in church)
3/12 7:00 pm Mission - From Encounter to Discipleship (in church)
3/13 12:00 pm Stations of the Cross (weather permitting outside on church grounds, otherwise in church basement)
3/18 1:30 pm Choir Practice (at Peninsula United Methodist Church)
3/20 12:00 pm Stations of the Cross (weather permitting outside on church grounds, otherwise in Parish Life Center)
3/25 1:30 pm Choir Practice (at Peninsula United Methodist Church)
3/26 7:00 pm The Crucifixion in Art (at Peninsula United Methodist Church)
CANCELLED: 3/25 6:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration
3/27 12:00 pm Stations of the Cross (weather permitting outside on church grounds, otherwise in Parish Life Center)
3/29 9:30 am Ecumenical Palm Sunday Service with Peninsula United Methodist Church followed by Mass
4/01 1:30 pm Choir Practice (at Peninsula United Methodist Church)
Parish Council Meeting
All parishioners are welcome to this meeting on Wednesday, March 25 starting at 7:00 pm in the Parish Life Center. This meeting provides an opportunity to learn about our parish activities, events, and plans as well as provide suggestions and feedback. [posted 3/18-25/2026]
The Crucifixion in Art
Rev. James Daprile, PhD, is the speaker for this presentation on Thursday, March 26 at 7:00 pm. Fr. Daprile serves as pastor emeritus of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Aurora and is a docent at the Cleveland Museum of Art. He has presented at The First Friday Club of Greater Akron and numerous other venues across Ohio. He leads gallery talks, tours and presentations at the Cleveland Museum of Art. The talk will take place at Peninsula United Methodist Church (PUMC), located diagonally across the street from Mother of Sorrows. Free parking is available in the PUMC lot behind the church. There is no cost to attend. [posted 3/17-26/2026]
Ecumenical Palm Sunday Service with Peninsula United Methodist Church
Our parish tradition of blessing the palms continues. We will gather with the congregation of the Peninsula United Methodist Church on Sunday, March 29 at 9:30 at the intersection of Rt 303 and Locust Street. After this brief service, we will celebrate Mass in our church. [posted 3/25-29/2026]
Rosary & Weekday Mass
Once a month, we recite the rosary (at 8:45 am) before celebrating weekday Mass (at 9:00 am). Please join us on Wednesday, March 18. [posted 3/14-18/2026]
Lenten Mission - Watch on our YouTube Channel at this 3-12 link or 3-11 link!
Father Jeffrey Lindholm will present a 2-day Lenten mission, From Encounter to Discipleship at our church on March 11 and 12 at 7:00 pm. Father Lindholm is currently Parochial Vicar at St. Barnabas (Northfield) and Our Lady of Guadalupe (Macedonia) Churches. On March 11, the talk will run from 7:00-8:00 followed by Eucharistic Adoration and confessions. All are welcome. There is no cost to attend. Call 330-657-2631 or email carolk4mos@gmail.com for more information. [posted 3/8-12/2026]
Faith and Fiction Book Club
At our March 11 meeting we will discuss Seven Last Words by James Martin. 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 3/8-11/2026]
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]
Knights of Columbus
Thanks to Knights of Columbus Fr. Maruskin Council #10936 for their support to our parish over the years. To read their 2025 annual report, click here.
Catholic Charities Campaign
Consider giving to this campaign to support its work in northeast Ohio at this link: https://www.catholiccommunity.org/support/catholic-charities. [posted 2/12-3/1/2026]
Shroud of Turin - Watch on our Livestream at this link!
View the presentation files at this link.
A presentation on the Shroud of Turin by David Onysko will take 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]
Rosary & Weekday Mass
Once a month, we recite the rosary (at 8:45 am) before celebrating weekday Mass (at 9:00 am). Please join us on Wednesday, February 11. [posted 2/8-11/2026]
Faith and Fiction Book Club
At our February 11 meeting we will discuss Reading Behind Bars - a True Story of Literature, Law and Life as a Prison Librarian by Jill Gruenwald. 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 2/8-11/2026]
Volunteer at St Vincent de Paul Ozanam Center
It is our parish's turn to volunteer on 2/7 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 1/29-2/7/2026]
Volunteer at Gennesaret
Mother of Sorrows has been asked to volunteer on the fifth Saturdays of the month (in 2026: January 31, May 30, August 29, and/or October 31) from 8:30 am until 12:30 pm in the Family Nutritional Center. Volunteers will prepare and serve meals, assist in the dining area and distribute groceries. Gennesaret is located at 419 W Exchange St, Akron, OH 44302. See Contact Bob Dirgo (330-319-3954) with any questions. Further information is available at this link and at the Gennesaret website: https://gennesaret.bizland.com/ [posted 1/21-31/2026]
Eucharistic Adoration
Join us in church for prayerful reflection time on Wednesday, January 28 from 6:00-6:45 pm. [posted 1/21-28/2026]
Finance Council Meeting
All parishioners are welcome to this meeting on Wednesday, January 28 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 1/21-28/2026]
SUNDAY MASS IS CANCELLED
Out of the abundance of caution, mass will be canceled today (1/25) as the roads are exceptionally poor. The bishop has granted a dispensation so I encourage everyone to watch a mass online and celebrate the gift of our Lord: last night's Mass can be found at this link. Be careful and we will see you next week. God bless. Deacon will Yoho [posted 1/25/2026]
WINTER WARNING:
Due to the upcoming severe weather expected this weekend (1/24-25) we ask that you use all caution. If you find yourself uncomfortable, uncertain, and concerned for your safety about traveling to Mass this weekend please exercise all caution.
You are welcome to join us online. The Saturday evening Mass will be broadcasted/livestreamed via our YouTube channel; click this link: Mother of Sorrows Peninsula
If you do venture to our church, please exercise caution as crews may still be clearing snow. While I trust God appreciates our dedication, it’s prudent to exercise caution, and perhaps stay home to pray versus risking injury – to ourselves or others – during tough weather. That way, we can be healthy enough to attend Mass or our other obligations in the following week when the weather is, hopefully, better.
Your Brother in Christ, Deacon Will Yoho [posted 1/23-26/2026]
Human Trafficking Awareness is Everyone’s Responsibility Presentation
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month and Mother of Sorrows has scheduled a presentation by Ted Rusinoff, Chairman of the Board of The Exodus Road (theexodusroad.com), an international organization established to fight modern-day slavery by partnering with law enforcement to fight human trafficking crime and empower survivors on their journey to freedom. The presentation will take place at Mother of Sorrows Church at 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 22. This event is designed to educate, equip, and empower community members to recognize the signs of trafficking and learn how we can work together to protect the vulnerable. Everyone is welcome. [posted 1/12-22/2026]
Thank You!
Thank you to Brenton Taussig from Consolidated Plastics, Stow. He donated awesome rugs for our church. Brenton's generosity is appreciated. [posted 1/6-20/2026]
Rosary & Weekday Mass
Once a month, we recite the rosary (at 8:45 am) before celebrating weekday Mass (at 9:00 am). Please join us on Wednesday, January 21. [posted 1/16-21/2026]
Faith and Fiction Book Club
At our January 14 meeting we will discuss Encounter with Angels: The Invisible Companions of Our Spiritual Life by Odile Haumonté. 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 1/2-14/2026]
Volunteer at St Vincent de Paul Ozanam Center
It is our parish's turn to volunteer on 1/10 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 1/2-10/2026]
Merry Christmas and a Healthy Happy New Year!
We wish you many blessings during this holiday season. Remember that Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God is a holy day of obligation. Please join us at one our Masses to mark this holy day-- on New Years Eve Mass will be celebrated on 5:00 pm Mass and on New Years Day, we will celebrate with Mass at 9:30 am.
