The Legion of Mary: “Our Lady of Joy” is a group of Christians who promote a deeper love of God through their devotion to Mary, especially through the rosary, and through the apostolic works they perform. We are very involved with the parish and our community, as we help with May Crowning with the Special Education PSR, Feast of the Assumption activities, October’s “Month of the Rosary” promotion, pro-life activities and praying the Rosary at Pearlview Nursing home twice a month. We also visit families with the Blessed Virgin Mary statue and assist other activities as needed. Active members meet weekly on Thursdays at 6:00 pm (except holidays and Holy Days) to pray the rosary. Please check the Parish Events page for details on Legion of Mary events and programming.
You can become an active Legion of Mary member through a balanced program of prayer and service, advancing the growth of faith, understand and true devotion to Christ and His Blessed Mother.
Special annual events and programming that our parish’s Legion of Mary hosts and/or participates in:
- Feast of the Assumption “Bowing Ceremony,” usually just before the 5:00 pm Mass
- Queenship of Mary, Rosary before the 7:30 and 9:00 am Masses
- “Hail Mary Project” to begin October 1
- “Eucharistic Procession” at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in downtown Cleveland, Holy Mass at 11:00 am – Procession at 12:00 pm (for more details, email the Legion of Mary – Northern Ohio or visit them on Facebook)
- September 7, Legion of Mary anniversary and vigil celebration of Mary’s Birthday with Rosary in Chapel at 6:00 pm
- Most Holy Name of Mary, Rosary before 7:30 am and 9:00 am Masses
- Our Lady of the Rosary, Mass at 5:30 pm followed by Rosary & Legion prayers including Consecration to Mary
- Movie Night during October, the Month of the Rosary
- “America Needs Fatima” Rosary Rally, praying at the Strongsville Square Gazebo at 12:00 pm
- Rosary table in Vestibule and Narthex for October “Month of the Rosary”
If you have a heart for Mary and wish to grow your devotion and want to learn more, please contact Mary Vadini at 330.273.1113 or marylu964@aol.com.
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