First Friday Club of Cleveland

SAVE the DATE! Thurs Sept 5th to hear Fr. Larry Richards - The Reason For our Hope Foundation present “What Does It Mean to be a Disciple?” at the First Friday Club of Cleveland luncheon. THis is going to be a very popular luncheon. Click NOW www.bit.ly/FFCCSep24 to reserve your spot. Invite family and friends to join you.

The First Friday Club Luncheon is THIS WEEK, CLICK NOW https://bit.ly/FFCCAug24 to Save your spot to learn more about the “Christian Condition in the Holy Land”. This months luncheon will feature Sir Jeffrey Abood at St. Mary Seminary. Fellowship, networking and delicious luncheon in only $35.00.

Sir Jeffrey Abood is a Knight in the Equestrian of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. He was knighted in 2010 by the Vatican. Sir Jeffrey is a speaker and writer focusing on the Catholic Christian communities in the Holy Land. His written works include A Great Cloud of Witnesses: The Catholic Churches’ Experience in the Holy Land.

Invite a friend or business associate to join you. Click Now https://bit.ly/FFCCAug24 to Save your spot.

First Friday Club of Cleveland invites you to the “Christian Condition in the Holy Land” presented by Sir Jeffrey Abood at our August 1st luncheon at St. Mary Seminary. Sir Jeffrey Abood is a Knight in the Equestrian of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. He was knighted in 2010 by the Vatican.

Sir Jeffrey is a speaker and writer focusing on the Catholic Christian communities in the Holy Land. His written works include A Great Cloud of Witnesses: The Catholic Churches’ Experience in the Holy Land.

Invite a friend or business associate to join you. Click NOW https://bit.ly/FFCCAug24 to Save your spot.

Thank You Laura Bartchak for Your Excellent Presentation on “Local Efforts to Assist Victims of Human Trafficking”.

SAVE the DATE for the next First Friday Club of Cleveland Luncheon. On Thursday, August 1, 2024. Sir Jeffrey Abood will present “The Christian Condition in the Holy Land”. Sir Jeffrey Abood is a Knight in the Equestrian of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. He was knighted in 2010 by the Vatican. Visit https://firstfridayclubcleveland.charityproud.org/EventRegistration/Index/14176 to save your spot TODAY!

DON’T MISS OUT✝️The First Friday Luncheon is This THURSDAY! Join us to hear Laura Bartchak Founder of the Harriet Tubman Movement presenting on “Human Trafficking in Ohio and Local Efforts to Assist Victims”. The Harriet Tubman Movement is an advocacy group dedicated to helping people along the road to freedom. This group serves persons who have been victims of human trafficking – s*x trafficking, prostitution, and other forms of exploitation. Join us this THURSDAY, July 11th at Borromeo/Saint Mary Seminary https://maps.app.goo.gl/ErCEYiBQcw8f9kCCA The Luncheon buffet opens at 11:30am and the program concludes at 1:00pm. Follow this link bit.ly/FFCCJuly2024 to SAVE YOUR SPOT!

Happy Independence Day! Hope you can join us next Thursday, July 11th for the First Friday Club of Cleveland luncheon as Laura Bartchak, Co-Founder of the Harriet Tubman Movement presents “Local Efforts to Assist Victims of Human Trafficking”. Luncheon Tickets can be purchased online by visiting bit.ly/FFCCJuly2024 Hope to see you there!

It's not too late if you act now! Join the First Friday Club of Cleveland luncheon as Laura Bartchak, Co-Founder of the Harriet Tubman Movement presents “Local Efforts to Assist Victims of Human Trafficking” on Thursday, July 11, 2024. Luncheon Tickets are only $35.00 and can be purchased online by visiting https://bit.ly/FFCCJuly2024

You’re invited to join us to hear Laura Bartchak, Co-Founder of the Harriet Tubman Movement present “Local Efforts to Assist Victims of Human Trafficking” at the First Friday Club luncheon Thursday, July 11, 2024. Luncheon Tickets are only $35.00 and can be purchased online by visiting https://bit.ly/FFCCJuly2024

Congratulations on 40 years of priesthood to Bishop Michael G. Woost, Auxiliary Bishop of Catholic Diocese of Cleveland

Gracious and loving God, we thank you for the gift of Bishop Woost. Continue to guide his leadership in shepherding your people.

Thank You Father Cromly and Save the Date July 11th for Laura Bartchak Co-Founder of the The Harriet Tubman Movement presenting "Human Trafficking in Ohio and Local Efforts to Assist Victims" at the First Friday Club Luncheon on Thursday July 11, 2024 at Borromeo/Saint Mary Seminary. Tickets are $35.00 p/person. Click bit.ly/FFCCJuly2024 today to reserve your spot.

"O most holy Heart of Jesus, fountain of every blessing,
I adore you, I love you and with a lively sorrow for my sins, I offer you this poor heart of mine."

Today is the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. As Saint Pope John Paul II taught us, “The Sacred Heart has given us everything — redemption, salvation, sanctification.”

Art is by the Lithuanian painter, Svitozar Nenyuk.

The Catholic Church dedicates the month of June to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. We invite you to join us at the First Friday Club of Cleveland luncheon this “Thursday” June 6th for a presentation on the Devotion of the Sacred Heart of Jesus presented by national known speaker Father Nathan Cromly.

Click to Register today!
https://www.bit.ly/FFCCJune2024
As an extra added bonus! Father Nathan recently published a new book – “Coached by Paul the Apostle: Lessons in Transformation”
This book is only available online as a pre-order, but Scepter Publishing will have a table advanced copies available for luncheon attendees. Fr. Nathan will sign books that are purchased that day. You may view information about the book here:
https://scepterpublishers.org/products/coached-by-paul-the-apostle-lessions-in-transformation

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Father Nathan Cromly is our featured guest at the upcoming First Friday Club of Cleveland Luncheon, taking place Thursday, June 6, 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Click to Register today!
https://www.bit.ly/FFCCJune2024

As an extra added bonus! Father Nathan recently published a new book – “Coached by Paul the Apostle: Lessons in Transformation”

This book is only available online as a pre-order, but Scepter Publishing will have a table advanced copies available for luncheon attendees. Fr. Nathan will sign books that are purchased that day. You may view information about the book here:

https://scepterpublishers.org/products/coached-by-paul-the-apostle-lessions-in-transformation

You're Invited to the Thursday, June 6, 2024 First Friday Club of Cleveland Luncheon featuring Father Nathan Cromly presenting on the "Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus".

Father Nathan Cromly is a nationally known speaker, writer, retreat leader, explorer, innovator, educator, and he is totally devoted to Our Lady. Born and raised in Toledo, Ohio, he has joyfully served as a Catholic priest of the Brothers of Saint John since 2007, and currently ministers in Denver, Colorado. Visit bit.ly/FFCCJune2024 to make your reservations online.

Come and See Father Nathan Cromly present “Devotion to The Sacred Heart of Jesus” Thursday, June 6, 2024. The First Friday Luncheon buffet opens at 11:30 am and the presentation concludes at 1:00 pm at St. Mary Seminary. Visit bit.ly/FFCCJune2024 to make your reservations online.

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https://www.dioceseofcleveland.org/news/2024/05/16/first-friday-club-of-cleveland-program-focuses-on-the-real-presence-eucharistic-revival

First Friday Club of Cleveland program focuses on the real presence, Eucharistic Revival [image:3] “Our mission of encounter is to renew the Church by enkindling a living relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ in the holy Eucharist,” said Father Damian Ference. Father Ference, diocesan vicar for evangelization and director of Parish Life and Special Ministries, tackled that topic d...

Come and See Father Nathan Cromly present “Devotion to The Sacred Heart of Jesus” Thursday, June 6, 2024. The First Friday Luncheon buffet opens at 11:30 am and the presentation concludes at 1:00 pm at St. Mary Seminary. Visit bit.ly/FFCCJune2024 to make your reservations online.

Father Nathan Cromly is a nationally known speaker, writer, retreat leader, explorer, innovator, educator, and he is totally devoted to Our Lady. Born and raised in Toledo, Ohio, he has joyfully served as a Catholic priest of the Brothers of Saint John since 2007, and currently ministers in Denver, Colorado. Visit bit.ly/FFCCJune2024 to make your reservations online.

DON'T MISS Fr. Damian Ference at the First Friday Club of Cleveland Luncheon this THURSDAY. RSVP Deadline is TODAY! Click Now http://bit.ly/FFCCMay2024 to Save You Spot!

RSVP TODAY! to hear Fr. Damian Ference present “The Real Presence in the Year of Eucharistic Revival” at the First Friday Club of Cleveland luncheon on Thursday May 2, 2024. Click http://bit.ly/FFCCMay2024 to Reserve Your Spot TODAY!

Father Ference is the Vicar for Evangelization of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland. Evangelization, Secretary for Parish Life and Special Ministries, and is a Professor of Philosophy at Borromeo Seminary.

In addition to writing for Word on Fire, Father Ference has published articles in a wide variety of periodicals, including America, Catholic Universe Bulletin, Commonweal, Dappled Things, Emmanuel, FirstThings.com, Homiletic and Pastoral Review, Human Development, Pastoral Life, Seminary Journal, The Plain Dealer, The Priest, U.S. Catholic and Worship. Ference also regularly preaches retreats and parish missions. He is the founder and director of {TOLLE LEGE} Summer Institute and is a lifetime member of the Flannery O’Connor Society. Click http://bit.ly/FFCCMay2024 TODAY! to Reserve Your Spot.

YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS! Make your reservations TODAY to hear Fr. Damian Ference present “The Real Presence in the Year of Eucharistic Revival” at the First Friday Club of Cleveland luncheon on Thursday May 2, 2024. Click http://bit.ly/FFCCMay2024 TODAY! to Reserve Your Spot so you can Join In! Father Ference is the Vicar for Evangelization of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland. Evangelization, Secretary for Parish Life and Special Ministries, and is a Professor of Philosophy at Borromeo Seminary. He holds a licentiate in philosophy from The Catholic University of America and a doctorate in philosophy from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome. Click http://bit.ly/FFCCMay2024 TODAY! to Reserve Your Spot so you can Join In!

The First Friday Club of Cleveland would like to Thank Rick Meserini CEO of St. Augustine Health Ministries for his excellent presentation on April 4th. Please SAVE THE DATE for Fr. Damian Ference, Vicar for Evangelization on Thursday May 2, 2024. Fr. Damian will be presenting on “The Real Presence in the Year of Eucharistic Revival”. CLICK http://bit.ly/FFCCMay2024 TODAY! to Join In & Reserve Your Spot.

The next First Friday Club of Cleveland luncheon is “THIS” Thursday. RSVP Today! to Save your Spot as we welcome Rick Meserini President and CEO of St. Augustine Health Ministries this "Thursday", April 4th. Click http://bit.ly/FFCCApr2024 to join in.

HAPPY EASTER from the First Friday Club. RSVP Today! to Save your Spot for the next First Friday Club Luncheon as we welcome Rick Meserini President and CEO of St. Augustine Health Ministries this Thursday, April 4th. Click http://bit.ly/FFCCApr2024 to join in.

Happy Birthday Bishop Gries!

Solemnity of Saint Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary – March 19, 2024

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031924.cfm

One of the great tragedies of the modern American experience is the reality of fatherless families. I know this is a complex issue, but it is especially sad when a father willingly departs from his responsibilities, leaving great and demanding duties to the mother as the only remaining head of the household. Studies have shown the negative consequences on children in fatherless homes.

Today is the Feast of St. Joseph, patron saint of Italy. Italy also celebrates this day as Father’s Day.

What a great concept! To unite St. Joseph to the celebration of Father’s Day. What a natural combination.

We need the intercession of St. Joseph, the adoptive father of Jesus and the husband of Mary, to support the dads in our communities. We can also pray for all men, who need our support to become the best men that God wants them to be, whether single or married, young or old.

Looking at the example of St. Joseph, who supported his wife, protected his family, and passed on the traditions of religious practice to Jesus, may all of our men be more like him: both gentle and strong at the same time.

With St. Joseph’s help, spend some time today to pray for the important men in your life who are your brothers, sons, husbands, and fathers.

St. Joseph, patron saint of the Universal Church, families, and fathers, pray for us. Amen.

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St. Augustine once said, “What does love look like? It’s the hands that help others.” (Taken from staugministries.org) For the past 50 years St. Augustine Health Ministries have been those helping hands to many in our Cleveland community.

Rick Meserini, President and CEO of St. Augustine Health Ministries will present a history of this mission driven, not-for-profit organization which is dedicated to “providing a continuum of health care, housing, and community services to the chronically ill and aging in our community.”

Your Invited to the April (Thursday, April 4th) First Friday Club of Cleveland Luncheon Featuring Rick Meserini President and CEO St. Augustine Health Ministries.

Thursday, April 4, 2023, Buffet Opens at 11:30 a.m., Program Concludes at 1:00 p.m. Borromeo/Saint Mary Seminary, 28700 Euclid Avenue, Wickliffe, Ohio 44092.

Join us, Register TODAY!

http://bit.ly/FFCCApr2024