In Valley City, Ohio
We are a people of faith, hope, and charity deepening our relationship with Jesus Christ through the celebration of the Eucharist, service, prayer, and study.
We welcome individuals and families to be an active part of this mission.
Mass Times
Saturday Vigil - 5:00pm
Sunday - 8:00am & 10:30am
WEEKDAY MASSES
Monday - 5:00pm
Wednesday & Friday - 8:30am
CONFESSIONS*
Saturday 4:00-4:45pm
Or by appointment with a priest
Holy Days - 8:30am & 7:00pm
Most Federal Holidays - 9:00am
Office Hours
Thursday-Friday 9am-3:00pm
Sunday 9am-Noon
Closed Saturdays/Federal Holidays
ADORATION CHAPEL HOURS
Monday - Friday 7am-9pm
Saturday & Sunday 7am-7pm
*Confessions with several priests present: 1st Wednesday at St. Ambrose, Brunswick from 4:30-6:00pm - and - TBA at St. Francis Xavier, Medina in Advent and Lent
Our First Communicants
Congratulations to the boys and girls in our Level 2 PSR program who have reached an understanding of the Sacrament of the Eucharist. Thank you to their catechists who assisted them in this preparation and to their parents, godparents, and grandparents who encouraged them further in their initiation in the Catholic Church.
Connor L Lilly Raelee A Peters
Karlie D Kendl Juliana M Petrey
Abigail A Fasig Amelia S Romano
Matthew D Droes Davis A Snow
Gabriella F D'Amico Dean A Snow
Calvin C Bateson Lydia Marie Vrona
Allison M Barney Angelo Barber
MEMORIAL DAY
Thank you to those who volunteered their time on a sunny Saturday morning to place US Flags on the graves of the Veterans in St. Martin Cemetery. We Salute You!
A Mass will be celebrated in the cemetery on Memorial Day, May 26th, at 9:00am (weather permitting).
NEW PASTOR NAMED
Most Rev. Edward C. Malesic, Bishop of Cleveland, has assigned Rev. Fr. William A. "Bill" Thaden as Pastor of St. Martin of Tours Parish, Valley City effective June 30, 2025. Please join me in welcoming Fr. Bill. He will be a blessing to this community.
Ordained May 28, 1988
Parochial Vicar Ascension (Bl. Trinity), Cleveland – 6 years
El Salvador Mission, El Salvador – 5 years
Pastor Sacred Heart, Lorain – 25 years
2025-26 PSR REGISTRATION
PSR REGISTRATION is open APRIL 21 to MAY 25
All students entering school grades 1 - 8 this fall MUST REGISTER for and ATTEND our Summer Faith Formation Camp to be held June 9-12 to fulfill their PSR requirement for the upcoming 2025-2026 Season. Levels of catechesis will be provided each day from 8:15am to 3:00pm and will include a daily Mass at which parents are invited to attend.
Parents with questions about our Year Long Faith Formation Program (June 2025 - May 2026), are encouraged to attend a parent information meeting to be held on Thursday, April 24th at 6:00pm in the parish hall.
PSR for 2024-2025 concludes on May 11th with a May Crowning at the 10:30 Sunday Mass.
2024-2025 Sacramental Preparations
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION - Children in Level 2 PSR have been preparing for the reception of the Eucharist. First Holy Communion will be on Sunday, May 4, 2025 during the 10:30am Sunday Mass. Rehearsal will be Thursday, May 1st at 6:00pm in the church.
CONFIRMATION - Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation - the sealing of the Gift of the Holy Spirit - resumes on May 18 in the parish hall*. Candidates should be reading and reviewing the material in their workbook through Chapter 7. Know the 7 Sacraments and the 7 Gifts of the Spirit. Confirmation will be held on Sunday, October 19 at 2:00pm in St. Martin of Tours church.
(*Missed a session(s), no problem! You will be required to attend a make up day(s) in June, 2025. No exceptions!)
Support and Social Groups
Grief Share Support
Mondays - 12:30-2:00pm - Parish Meeting Rooms
Grief Share is an opportunity for mutual support for anyone experiencing a significant change or loss in their life. It includes a series of DVD presentation; each of which stands on its own. Led by staff member Colene Conley.
Knitting Circle
Tuesdays - 2:30-4:30pm - Parish Meeting Rooms
Knitting and Crochetting for the fun of it and as volunteers making items for charitable, non-profit organizations. Call the parish office for info.
Recovery in the Valley
Fridays - 7:00pm - Parish School
A Twelve-Step Program. Parking across from the school.
Men's Fellowship
1st and 3rd Saturday - 8:00-9:00am - Parish Meeting Rooms
An opportunity for spiritual input, reflection on the readings, and intercessory prayer. All are welcome. See Mike Lanzer for more information.
Women's Fellowship
1st and 3rd Saturday - 8:00-9:00am - Parish Front Hall
Like the Men's Group above, this is a gathering of women from the parish or elsewhere. All are welcome to join together for spiritual input, reflection and prayer. See Judy Rundle for more information.
Men's Prayer Hour
Last Monday of each Month - 7:00-8:00pm - Adoration Chapel
Men of the parish gather to pray the rosary, intercessory prayer for those in need, and adoration. We pray for the intentions of people and families on our parish prayer list. Call the parish office or see Frank Sapara for more information.
Events
- May 16 2025 7:00 pm - Recovery in the Valley
- May 23 2025 7:00 pm - Recovery in the Valley
- May 30 2025 7:00 pm - Recovery in the Valley
Saint of the Day
In the Catholic Church we have a multitude of witnesses who have gone before us livng the Christian Life. They have done heroic acts of love including, for some of them, offering their life believing in Jesus Christ.
Our parish patron, St. Martin of Tours, is remembered every November 11th. Click the link below to be inspired by the man or woman whom the Church holds up as a model of the Christian life for us today. You too are called to be a saint. May today's Saint, pray for us!
Click here for Today's Saint
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Pastoral Councilors
Meet the parishioners who currently volunteer to council, advise, and assist the pastor in leadership. To contact them: Click "About Us" in the header, then "Pastoral Councilors".
Front: Joe Sokol, Mike Reindel, Maureen O'Neill-Laszlo, Sue Reusch
Back: Kris Sokol (Chair), Barb Reindel (Secretary), Bill Roman, and
Tina Flack (Vice-chair)
Missing: Bill Parker, Jenny Smetana
Week's Scripture Readings
Weekly reading
Readings for the week of May 11, 2025
- Sunday: Acts 13:14, 43-52 / Ps 100:1-2, 3, 5 (3c) / Rv 7:9, 14b-17 / Jn 10:27-30
- Monday: Acts 11:1-18 / Ps 42:2-3; 43:3, 4 / Jn 10:1-10
- Tuesday: Acts 11:19-26 / Ps 87:1b-3, 4-5, 6-7 / Jn 10:22-30
- Wednesday: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26 / Ps 113:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 / Jn 15:9-17
- Thursday: Acts 13:13-25 / Ps 89:2-3, 21-22, 25 and 27 / Jn 13:16-20
- Friday: Acts 13:26-33 / Ps 2:6-7, 8-9, 10-11ab / Jn 14:1-6
- Saturday: Acts 13:44-52 / Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 / Jn 14:7-14
- Next Sunday: Acts 14:21-27 / Ps 145:8-9, 10-11, 12-13 (see 1) / Rv 21:1-5a / Jn 13:31-33a, 34-35
Cemetery and Columbaria
St. Martin Catholic Cemetery began in 1850. It is a peaceful setting and available to Catholics of any parish. A grave or niche is modestly priced based on the location. Call us at 330-483-3808 to pre-plan or if in immediate need.
The Garden of the Luminous Mysteries*
was erected and consecrated in 2022 for inurnments. Niches may hold the remains of one person or of a married couple.
*The five Columbaria Honor: The Baptism of the Lord; The Wedding at Cana; The Proclamation of the Kingdom; The Transfiguration of the Lord; and, The Institution of the Eucharist.
Adoration Chapel
St. Martin Parish is pleased to offer Catholics a place to be with the Lord in prayer, praise, and adoration. The Adoration Chapel is open daily. Pope Francis and the bishops of the United States are calling Catholics to revive their faith and devotion for Jesus Christ present in the Eucharist, the Blessed Sacrament. Visit Him Today.
During Lent in the gathering area are accounts of Eucharistic Miracles that have occurred over the centuries.
Facility Rentals
Looking for space to rent for a family celebration, a group event, or a fundraiser. CLICK HERE or the link "Facility Rentals" in the header above. Our Rental Manager can assist you with scheduling your event.
Half Hall 64-104 Guests
Whole Hall 170-300 Guests
Single or Double Buffet Line
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St Martin FOOD PANTRY
Following Jesus' call to serve as did St. Martin of Tours, our parishioners and volunteers continue to provide food and supplies through our Food Pantry. No appointment is necessary. Drive in; a volunteer will meet and assist you.
The FOOD PANTRY is OPEN
every 2nd and 4th Thursday
Noon - 1:00pm
1824 Station Road
If you can help us restock our pantry shelves, a FOOD PANTRY SHOPPING LIST is available in the church and office. Next time you are grocery shopping please pick up something from our shopping list. Drop off your donations in the parish office on weekdays or after Masses on the weekends.
May God bless you for what you do for them, you do to HIM!
St. Francis School and the Angel Scholarship
St. Martin of Tours parish supports Catholic Education. As a partner with St. Francis Xavier School in Medina, we encourage you to consider a Catholic Education for your child or grandchild. Read more about the tremendous opportunities SFX Grade School has to offer.
Pastors promote SFX School: Keeping the Faith in Northern Medina County
Have you heard of the Angel Scholarship Fund? The aim of this tax credit scholarship program is to award scholarships to students attending Catholic grade or high schools. For donations to the Angel Scholarship Fund, Ohioans can now receive 100% tax credit of up to $750 ($1500 if married filing jointly) from taxes owed to the State.
Pastors' support and your benefits: Angel Scholarship Fund for Northern Medina County
See more: St. Francis Xavier Catholic School
Read more: Angel Scholarship Fund
Pastoral Letter
On Sunday, Dec. 15, Bishop Edward Malesic issued his first Pastoral Letter as bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland, entitled A Flourishing Apostolic Church. We invite you to read the letter, which is available on the diocesan website linked below. The bishop’s goal is that every member of the diocese embraces its content.
The letter focuses on three key areas: worship, evangelization, and service. These are at the heart of parish ministry and are the primary reasons why a parish exists.
Click Here for an Introductory Video and the Pastoral Letter
Parish Photo Directory
Thank you for participating in a new 2025 photo directory. A photo album is being compiled from photos taken or submitted by April 27th.
When completed photo albums will be available.
St. Martin of Tours Parish
Mass Attendance and Broadcasts
People of St. Martin and Visitors,
Below are sites to hear the Word and participate in worship when an illness restricts attendance at Mass.
Livestream: at Diocese of Cleveland Mass from St. John Cathedral at 8:00 AM Sundays and Noon M-F.
Television: Cox Communications cable on Channel 45 at 11:30 AM Sundays; without cable on WUAB Channel 43 at 10:00 AM Sundays.
Radio: at AM 1260 The Rock at 4 p.m. Saturdays and 10:30 a.m. Sundays.
Masses When Traveling
Traveling out of town or looking for information on neighboring parishes, check out catholicmasstime.org or Click HERE for schedules by States and Cities.