In addition to the pastoral care offered at St. Colette, this page provides trustworthy resources that we hope you’ll find helpful to you, our parish family. Contact Lisa at lradey@stcoletteparish.com or via the office at 330.273.5500 for more information or questions about any of these sites.
poor clare sisters— collettine nuns
St. Colette of Corbie, France is known for shepherding the flock of Christ by reforming the Poor Clare order during a most turbulent time in church history. Her fervor for the Gospel message continues to inspire the Poor Clare nuns today, specifically the Collettine’s who model themselves by her holy life. We’re blessed to have a Collettine Poor Clare Monastery right here in Cleveland, Ohio! Visit the Poor Clare Sisters website to find out more information and for prayer requests. The nuns are always willing and elated to share and intercede in our prayers.
prolife ministry and outreach
Life should be dignified from conception until natural death. An unplanned pregnancy can be an overwhelming experience for a woman and her family no matter the age. The Church is always ready and willing to assist these woman and their families in choosing life and raising that life to know, love, and serve his/her Creator. Check out these wonderful resources that aid and support woman and their families.
Women’s health and family medicine
If you’re looking for a local family practice that aligns with Catholic values and teachings, look no further than Veranova Health. Located in Middleburg Heights, they specialize in women’s health including gynecology, obstetrics, infertility treatments, abortion pill reversals; family medicine, fertility awareness, natural family planning and much more.
How to combat FINANCIAL exploitation
Thanks to our presenters from our meeting on July 22, 2021 regarding financial exploitation and fraud. These links on handling phone and gift card scams also include contact information and websites if you have been affected by such misfortunes. We hope you’ll find these additional resources from the Department of Justice helpful.
Christian Job Search and Resume Building
It can be challenging to pursue a career that does not compromise your religious beliefs. However, with proper research and access to the right tools, finding a career and an employer that aligns with an individual's Christian values is attainable. This Christian job search resource helps candidates find relevant job boards, shares examples of companies with strong Christian values and discusses religious accommodation and discrimination protection.
Catholic Counseling Services
HELP.ORG
This organization is dedicated to providing drug and alcohol rehab resources.
BRUNSWICK’S 12 STEP RECOVERY CLUB
This is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a safe place for recovering persons to meet and socialize. They are open to the public, everyone is welcome, not just the recovering person.
RETROUVAILLE
Retrouvaille is a lifeline for marriages...a program to help couples heal and renew their hurting marriages.
THE PARENTING SUCCESS NETWORK
Find helpful tips, child development facts, and how-to’s for children ages pre-birth through high school.
“Mom, Dad, I’m Gay.”
THE RAPHAEL REMEDY
What is a Catholic parent to do when his/her child relates that they are gay? This link provides a free resource guide to help parents know what to say, what not to say and what the Church really teaches.
Care for the elderly
Below you will find a link to several resources on how to show God’s love and compassion to his precious and wisest children.
Nursing home abuse
The wisest among us deserve to spend their years in peace. This resource will help you identify signs of abuse in the care of your loved regarding health, finances, and more. Learn more about how to protect the ones your love and who love you.