We are a welcoming Catholic community called by God to live out the message of Christ in love and service to all people. Our parish mission is:
Saint Bridget of Kildare, a Roman Catholic parish, exists to live and to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We welcome all as we reach out to the entire community through prayer, sacrament, education and support.
Our warmest welcome to Saint Bridget of Kildare Parish, a Roman Catholic church in Parma, Ohio, made up of approximately 1,600 parishioners, and named after our patroness, Bridget of Kildare, from Ireland. We are dedicated to the celebration of the Holy Eucharist, prayer and worship, sacramental life, sharing the Gospel, education, and supporting each other and our community through our many vibrant ministries and parish groups. I hope the information contained in this website is helpful to you. I encourage you to visit our church and experience the welcoming community that has had a presence here in the Parma area for almost 70 years.
With prayers and blessings,
Rev. Robert W. Wisniewski, Jr.
Pastor
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Act of Spiritual Communion Before Viewing the Mass:
My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Blessed Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there, and I unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. ~St. Alphonsus Liguori
Faithful Citizenship - Catholic Voting In the Upcoming Election:
Please click here to read a letter from Bishop Malesic regarding the upcoming election.
Let us remember our obligation to participate in our democracy, while allowing our Catholic faith to be our guide.
Visit the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' (USCCB) website, at www.usccb.org for more information.
Do you have questions about our Catholic Faith? If so, “Let’s Taco Bout It!” Join us for a Q & A panel discussion on Thursday, October 17th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in the Parish Hall. The panelists will be our Pastor Fr. Rob, Deacon Jim Armstrong, and Parish Music Director, Lauren Kelly.
Reservations are required, and we ask that your questions be submitted before the event by completing the form in the bulletin and returning it in one of the following ways: 1) place it in the collection basket at Mass, 2) place it in the “Taco” in the narthex, or 3) contact Dana Steimle at sbkpsr@gmail.com or 440-886-1468, x17. No questions can be accepted after October 13th. Come and enjoy tacos (free of charge) as we explore our faith! Open to all ages!
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will be offered during all Masses, after the homily, the weekend of October 19th & 20th.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church states, “The anointing of the sick is not a Sacrament for those only who are at the point of death. Hence, as soon as anyone of the faithful begins to be in danger of death from sickness or old age, the fitting time for him to receive this sacrament has certainly already arrived.” (CCC 1514).
All who are ill, of advanced age, and those who will soon undergo surgery are especially encouraged to be Anointed.
Day of Prayer & Fasting for Priests, Friday, October 25th: Please join us at St. Bridget of Kildare Parish for a Day of Prayer & Fasting for our wonderful Priests here in the Diocese of Cleveland! How can you participate?
Our Priests are Christ's Presence to us here on earth. They bring us the invaluable and beautiful gifts of the Holy Mass and Sacraments. With the many challenges of daily life, we need strong and peaceful leadership. Our Priests sacrifice so much for us, and they need our prayer and fasting to be the faithful shepherds that we need them to be. Please go to www.am1260therock.com for a complete listing of churches in our area that will be open on Friday, October 25th. Spend some time with the Lord as you pray for our dedicated Catholic Priests!
Invitation to all High School Students (Grades 9-12)
Diocese of Cleveland Youth Conference
January 4, 2025
Time: 10:00AM – 9:00PM
Location: John Carroll University
Purpose: CLE 2:16 is a day-long event sponsored by the Office of Youth Ministry to ignite high school teens in their faith and to gather in fellowship as the young Church. Exploring Mark 2:16, CLE 2:16 will celebrate the mission year of Eucharistic Revival and the Jubilee Year of Hope, with a focus on the hope that can be with knowing there is always a seat for us at His Table.
• Teens must attend with a parish or school group and cannot buy tickets individually – ticket purchase will begin September 1st and end November 6th
• $40 covers the cost of the conference, lunch, and dinner. Make check’s payable to St. Bridget of Kildare Parish. (Non-refundable)
• Forms: Liability and medical forms will be emailed out in November
• More detailed information will follow in December. Click here for the Registration Form
Join our pastor, Fr. Robert Wisniewski and Deacon Jim Armstrong in praying the Chaplet of Divine Mercy.
Click here to view the recording.
Eternal God, in whom mercy is endless and the treasury of compassion inexhaustible, look kindly upon us and increase your mercy in us, that in difficult moments we might not despair nor become despondent, but with great confidence submit ourselves to your holy will, which is Love and Mercy itself. Amen.
Parish Prayer Chain: The parish Prayer Chain welcomes your requests for people to pray for, and for your special intentions. To add a prayer intention, please call (440) 462-8950 or send an email to sbprayerchain@yahoo.com. Your prayer requests will remain confidential. You only need to provide the first name and first initial of the last name of the person you want us to remember in prayer. New members of the Prayer Chain are always welcome. Contact the Prayer Chain Leader at the number or email address above if you are interested in joining the chain.
To have your prayer request published in the parish bulletin, please email the parish office at stbridget5620@yahoo.com or call 440-886-4434.
"Whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith." ~Matthew 21:22
Parish Prayer Cove:
“I am the Light of the world;
the one who follows Me will not walk in the darkness, but will have the Light of life.”
The parish Prayer Cove is located in the church narthex. All are invited to light a candle and say a prayer for a loved one or a personal need or special intention.
The requested donation is $2.00.
Mass Times:
Saturday Vigils: 4:00 PM, 5:30 PM
Sunday Masses: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 Noon
Weekday Mass: 8:30 AM (Mon.-Fri.)
2nd Thursday: 8:30 AM (Mass w/Anointing
of the Sick)
Holy Day Vigil: 4:30 PM
Holy Day Mass: 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 7:00 PM
Legal Holidays: 8:30 AM or 9:00 AM (Consult the
Bulletin)
Ash Wednesday: 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:00 Noon, 4:30 PM, 7:00 PM
Confession Schedule:
Saturdays at 3:00 PM in the Church
Parish Office Summer Hours (End of May through Labor Day):
Monday-Thursday:
9:00 AM-12:00 Noon / 1:00-3:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM-12:00 Noon
Eucharistic Adoration: Wednesdays from 9:00 AM-6:30 PM
Come and spend time in prayer in the Eucharistic presence of our Lord. Please park in the handicap lot next to the church and enter through one of the side doors under the carport.
Recitation of the Rosary: Mondays and Thursdays after 8:30 AM Mass, with one exception: the Rosary is not prayed on the 2nd Thursday of the month in lieu of the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.
Use of Facilities/Parish Hall: The parish facilities are available to any parish-sponsored organization or group that is operating in the name of the parish. Organizational requests must go through the Parish Office Secretary by calling (440) 886-4434. For inquiries regarding the use of our outdoor field, please call Steven Malec at (440) 886-4434, x117. We regret that insurance considerations, legal constraints, and parish need for meeting space preclude us from making our facilities available for general use and/or rental.
Please be assured of the prayers and concern of our parish for you and your family during the loss of a loved one and through your grief. To plan funeral arrangements, you will first want to contact the funeral home. The funeral director will then contact our parish office to schedule the Mass of Christian Burial. Our parish Funeral Planning Booklet has been prepared to assist you and your family in planning the Mass. We hope that by selecting your own readings and music, you and your family might share more fully in the liturgy, and express your abiding love and care for the deceased. Along with the booklet is our Liturgy Planning Form. The completed form, along with 5-7 key personal facts that stand out about your loved one, are requested at least 2-3 days in advance of the funeral so the priest can prepare his homily. Click here and scroll down to the Bereavement Ministry for links to our booklet and the form.
“At the death of a Christian, whose life of faith was begun in the waters of baptism and strengthened at the Eucharistic table, the Church intercedes on behalf of the deceased because of its confident belief that death is not the end nor does it break the bonds forged in life. The Church also ministers to the sorrowing and consoles them in the funeral rites with the comforting word of God
and the sacrament of the Eucharist”
~ Order of Christian Funerals, #4
The Parma and Parma Heights area Catholic Parishes in the Diocese of Cleveland offer the monthly opportunity to receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. All are welcome to attend Mass and be Anointed.
The monthly schedule is listed below. (Please note: the schedule for the neighboring parishes listed below are subject to change. You can confirm the schedules by contacting their parish offices.)
1st Monday - St. Charles at 7:00 PM
1st Friday - St. Anthony of Padua at 8:00 AM
2nd Thursday - St. Bridget of Kildare at 8:30 AM
3rd Tuesday - St. John Bosco at 7:30 AM
3rd Thursday - St. Columbkille at 7:00 AM
3rd Thursday - St. Columbkille at 8:15 AM
4th Wednesday - St. Francis de Sales at 8:45 AM
4th Friday - Holy Family at 8:30 AM
“Through this holy anointing may the Lord in His love and mercy help you with the grace of the Holy Spirit. May the Lord who frees you from sin save you and raise you up.”
St. Bridget parishioners are offered FREE access to the "Catholic Netflix," FORMED.org! You are invited to learn more about our Catholic faith through interesting documentaries, movies, bible studies and much more! To obtain our parish code, pick up an Information Card in the church narthex or contact Dana Steimle at sbkpsr@gmail.com or (440) 886-1468, x17.
2024 Catholic Charities Appeal: The 2024 Catholic Charities Appeal is underway. This year’s appeal theme is “Transformed by your love”. Your generous support will transform the lives of others, to offer dignity, possibilities and companionship to those who are most vulnerable. All who have not received the mailing from Bishop Malesic, or have not had a chance to respond to it, will be asked to consider making a generous pledge to support the ministries and services provided by Catholic Charities. If you have received the mailing, please respond generously to it. View stories of inspiration and more details at CatholicCommunity. org/2024Appeal.
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