The Ohio Bishops respecting the Governor’s safe-reopen plan permits us to gather for Mass with some restrictions.  Do not assume the spread of the virus has diminished.  We must continue our precautionary measures to ensure we are protecting our community from the spread of COVID-19.  These guidelines from our Diocesan Offices will be implemented in our parish for everyone’s safety.  

Weekend Masses:                              Weekday Masses:
Saturdays 5:00pm                                Tuesdays 5:00pm
Sundays   8:00am and 10:30am          Wed. and Fri. 8:30am

• Until further notice, no one is obligated to attend a Weekend Mass.  Come to any scheduled Mass.
• Do Not Come to the Church: with a fever of 100 degrees or higher, a persistent dry cough, runny nose, or shortness of breath, or without self-quarantining 14 days after close contact with anyone with COVID-19.  
• Please stay home: If sick in anyway, uncomfortable or fearful in large gatherings, vulnerable to or at high risk of infection.
• Wearing a face mask (or covering) is required upon arrival and throughout the Mass, except the brief moment to receive Communion. Please bring a clean mask or covering to wear. 
• To maintain social distancing, only 130 people can be seated safely in the church.  Ushers can direct you to a designated pew.  Households can sit together, but must distance 6’ from another household or non-family parishioner. 
• At Communion, please lower your mask below your chin BEFORE extending your hands to receive the Host. If you must receive on the tongue, approach at the end of the line so sanitizing precautions can be taken.  The cup will not be distributed.
• Please use restrooms only if absolutely necessary.
• Please maintain a 6’ social distance as you leave.
• For those who cannot join us at church, a Sunday Mass can be found on line.

Your understanding at this unprecedented time is appreciated.
St. Martin of Tours, pray for us.

Mass is M-F at 12 Noon from St. John Cathedral, Cleveland
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Spiritual Communion
    My Jesus, I believe that You
    are in the Blessed Sacrament. 
    I love You above all things,
    and I long for You in my soul.  
    Since I cannot now receive You
    sacramentally, come at least
    spiritually into my heart. 
    As though You have already come,
    I embrace You and unite myself entirely to You;
    never permit me to be separated from You.  Amen.

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Grief Share Support
Begins July 13
Mondays - 2:00pm - Educ. Building
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. 

Healing Movement - Stretching and Lite Exercise
Begins July 13
Mondays - 4:00pm - Educ. Building
This opportunity provides a body, mind, spirit connection by means of physical stretching and lite exercise. Led by Michelle Plikerd a person can gain more energy and peace of mind through lite body movement.  No registration is required.  Bring a mat if you have one; a balancing chair is provided.

The Book of Ruth - Bible Study
Begins August 11
Tuesdays - 12:30pm - Educ. Building
At your request a Bible Study with no homework led by Fr. Dan.  For four sessions we will delve into the four chapters of Ruth's story to discover in God's Word the lessons for our lives.  Chapter reading will be during the session itself.  All are welcome, but limited to 40 participants for CDC COVID-19 safety procedures.  Bring your own bible, please; and a notebook if you like. 

Friends,
At this time when we may be physically separated from others due to Covid-19 transmission, our emotional and mental health is just as important as our physical and spiritual health.  To the right and left you will find video presentations from professional counselors at Catholic Charities in Medina.  They present some good ideas on staying healthy and are only a few minutes in length.  These topics and the availability of telehealth counseling may assist you.  For more information call Catholic Charities at 330-723-9615.

Catholic Charities in Medina and we here at St. Martin have a food pantry for those in need.  Simply call them or us for assistance.  Stay healthy.  And God bless you,  Fr. Dan