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 and Administrator will be implemented in our parish for everyone’s safety.  

Masses each weekend:                        Masses on weekdays:
Saturdays 5:00pm                                Temporarily suspended
Sundays   8:00am and 10:30am

• Until further notice, no one is obligated to attend a Sunday Mass.
• If you have a fever of 100.4 degrees or higher or a persistent cough, do not come to church.
• If sick in anyway, please stay home.
• If you are considered high risk and vulnerable to the virus or care for someone who is, please stay home.
• If you are fearful or uncomfortable in large gatherings, please stay home; or consider a Weekday Mass.
• For those who cannot join us at church, a Sunday Mass can be found on line.
• You are obliged to wear a face mask (or face covering) upon arrival and throughout the Mass, except for the brief moment to receive Communion. Please bring a mask (or a face covering) to wear, or a disposable one will be provided at the doors. 
• To ensure that social distancing is maintained, only 130 people will be allowed to enter our church to attend a scheduled Mass.  Ushers and Staff will direct you to a pew.  And, designated pews will have a 6’ distance in seating. Families can sit together without distancing but must distance 6’ from a non-family parishioner.
• At Communion, please lower your mask below your chin BEFORE receiving the Host in your hand. 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.
• Depart immediately after Mass maintaining a 6’ social distance as you leave.

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
Click here to participate: Diocese of Cleveland TV Mass

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

Traveling out of town or looking for information on neighboring parishes, check out catholicmasstime.org or Click HERE for schedules by States and Cities.