About Us

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Mission Statement

Saint Stephen Parish, as guided by the Holy Spirit and empowered by the Sacraments, is sent forth to know, love and serve God. For the salvation of souls, we endeavor to evangelize the Gospel message through Christ-centered ministries and truthful witness. Our parish pledges fidelity to the Magisterium, the teaching authority of the Holy Catholic Church. We offer traditional, orthodox and reverent practice of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass for the edification of the faithful and for the making of saints. The Saint Stephen parish family seeks to actively build a culture of life and recognizes the dignity of all persons as children of God.

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Contact Info

  • Phone: (216) 631-5633 Extensions: General-10, Secretary-11, Accountant-12, Pastor-17, Associate Pastor-14, St. Vincent de Paul Society-16
  • Email: ststephendh@gmail.com
  • Address: St. Stephen Roman Catholic Church 1930 West 54th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44102
  • Office Hours Monday - Friday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays: closed
Pastor: Rev. Caroli B. Shao, A.J. (ext. 17)
Parochial Vicar: Rev. Benjamin Koka, A.J. (ext. 14)
Latin Mass Celebrant: Rev. Bede Kotlinski, OSB
Additional Celebrant: Rev. S. Michael Franz (Ret.)
Permanent Deacon: Reverend Mr. Moisés Cruz

Mass, Devotion, and Confession Schedule

Parish Bulletins and Events

We're Celebrating 150 Years!

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Special Events

Activities

MEETINGS/ACTIVITIES—WEEK OF AUGUST 18, 2019
Thursday, Aug 22: Food Pantry—9:30am-1:00pm (R)
Friday, Aug 23: Girl Scouts– 7:00pm (CR)
Saturday, Aug 24: Baptism—After 5:00pm Mass
Saturday, Aug 31: Wedding—2:00pm

(CR)-Club Room (R)-Rectory (SFR)-St Francis Room (MCB)-Michael Bldg Cafeteria If you aren’t sure where to find the noted meeting locations, contact the parish office.

Sunday Socials

Sunday socials are held on the first Sunday of the month.
(In the club room, after the 9:30 am and 11:00 am Masses).

Bulletins

Ministries

Looking for a volunteer activity?
Help is needed to distribute food at our Community Kindness Pantry every Thursday at 9:30 AM.
We are also in the need for ushers, lectors, servers and Eucharistic Ministers.
Please see the Ministry Information below for contact information about these, and other, available service ministries.

OUTREACH

FOOD PANTRY: Open every Thursday from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Entrance: Rear Door of the Rectory/Parish Office. Open for all those in need and living within our service area: Between West Shoreway Drive and Lorain Avenue (North to South) and W44th and W93rd Streets (East to West). Must bring current ID for self and dependents, and proof of current address.
ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY: The St. Vincent de Paul Society is a voluntary organization of Christian men dedicated to tackling poverty and disadvantage by providing direct practical assistance to those in need. The St. Vincent de Paul Society meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm in the rectory. Contact: Parish office.
SECULAR SERVITES: The Secular Servites of the Servants of Mary is an organization of lay men and women living their Christian faith in the context of the world. Contact: Evelyn Trucks
PRO-LIFE: Please contact the parish office for information

SOCIAL

BREAD MINISTRY: Bread and baked goods are distributed after the 9:30 am and 11:00 am Sunday Masses. Contact: Laura Miereau, Phil Smith
HOLY NAME SOCIETY: The Holy Name Society is committed to helping its members grow in holiness through devotion to the most Holy Name of Jesus. The Northwest Deanery of the Holy Name Society meets on the first Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm in the rectory. All are welcome. Contact: Julio Castro
GERMAN COMMUNITY: This group organizes lectors, collects petitions and provides the music for the German Mass which is the first Sunday of the month at 11:00 am. Coffee and pastries are provided after the Mass in the rectory. Contact: Ed Moore, Herb Mauser, Hans Kopp

MUSIC & LITURGICAL

SCHOLA CANTORUM: The Schola Cantorum sings Gregorian Chant at the Sunday 9:30 AM Tridentine Latin High Mass and other special High Masses throughout the year. The Schola practices on Thursday afternoons at 6pm. Contact: Nate Marinchick
ORGANIST: Joe Kolecki is the organist for the Sunday 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM Mass.
ALTAR SERVER TRAINING: Servers assist at assigned liturgies on Sundays, Holy Days and Funerals. Contact: Father Caroli

EDUCATION

RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) or children (RCIC) classes prepare adults and children for Sacraments of Christian Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist.
CONFIRMATION: Classes prepare young adults for the Sacrament of Confirmation.  Classes normally meet on Saturdays, beginning in September and continuing through May. Contact: Parish office.

Sacraments

RECONCILIATION


RECONCILIATION: Confessions are heard in the church
Saturday: 4:15 pm – 4:45 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am – 9:20 am
Other times by appointment. Please call the Rectory at 216-631-5633.

MATRIMONY


MATRIMONY: Please see our 2018 St. Stephen Wedding Music Planner for information about your wedding ceremony at St. Stephen. Also, please see our aid on Wedding Music Selection.

Spiritwear

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