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The tomb is up and we are having the customary “All Night” Vigil at the grave. Parishioners can sign up for a one hour time slot by calling Father (440-526-1818) or e-mailing your request (stjoebyz@sbcglobal.net). First come, first served.

Parish sympathies are extended to Kathy Strobel. Her sister Margaret Fisher died in Pennsylvania at the age of 90.

For those still making a basket with the Easter foods, Father will be doing a blessing on Holy Saturday from 1-3 in the parking lot. Drive thru and roll your window down or pop your hatchback. (The food should not be eaten until Easter morning.)

The response was excellent to picking up palms and pussy willows over the weekend. Regretfully, there are none left!

Bishop Milan requested that this prayer was shared, from Fr. David Petras

At peak time we had 28 people on the line for the Wednesday “Fire Side Chat.” Individuals shared their “miracles’…how God has worked in their lives. The final segment found contributors talking about the impact of the Corona Virus Pandemic. The topic for Wednesday, April 8 will be “Holy Week Memories” because our experience of it will be nothing like it ever was. Please feel free to join the conversation. Contact Father if you didn’t save the e-mail with the WebX numbers to call.

Anyone wishing to make use of the Sacrament of Reconciliation can make an appointment with Father.

Lenten almsgiving banks can be dropped off at the church if you are making a visit.

Good Friday is a day of strict fasting (no meat, eggs or dairy products).

YouTube videos will be made of Good Friday Vespers, Resurrection Matins and the Easter Divine Liturgy. Stay close to our website for further details. (If you want to follow along at home, go to mci.archpitt.org, look at the top of the site, click on “publications” and then scroll down to the service for that day. Please note that the translations may differ slightly.)

We have been putting the Sunday liturgy on YouTube. We also know that are some people who do not have computers at home but do own a dvd player. If you fall into that category and would like a dvd of the liturgy, please contact Father and we’ll try and get a copy to you courtesy of the A-OK Club.

We had just started a prayer petition book that would be offered for those keeping watch at the tomb on Good Friday. Marie Ihnat said that she still will honor that pledge to pray for all the intentions listed. You may e-mail Marie with your prayer intention at mariedi1014@roadrunner.com (If you stop by the church you’ll spot the set-up in the vestibule.)

In 2013 we hosted Fr. Joachim Studwell for a Mission. DVD’s of his talks are available in the vestibule while supplies last. (No charge) Something “spiritual” for you to enjoy during this time of adjustment.

Keep in mind those of our parish who you know live alone or are confined to nursing home facilities. Although visits are prohibited, a phone call would be a welcome alternative. If you need a list of our shut-ins, please call Michele at 440-526-0016)