O Blessed Virgin Mary, you are the Mother and Queen of every Christian family. When you conceived and gave birth to Jesus, human motherhood reached its greatest achievement. From the time of the Annunciation you were the living chalice of the Son of God made Man. You are the Queen of the home. As a woman of faith, you inspire all mothers to transmit faith to their children.Watch over our families. Let the children learn free and loving obedience inspired by your obedience to God. Let parents learn dedication and selflessness based on your unselfish attitude. Let all families honor you and remain devoted to you so that they may be held together by your example and your intercession. Amen. ... See MoreSee Less
“May the mother of Jesus and our mother always smile on your spirit, obtaining for it, from her most holy son, every heavenly blessing."- Saint Padre Pio ... See MoreSee Less
At Mass this morning, Father John reminded those in attendance that this Friday they can start praying the Novena to the Holy Spirit, in the nine days leading up to Pentecost. To help you pray, we've created a special Flocknote group to send you each day's prayers on that day, for only 9 days. Sign up here! SFXMedina.flocknote.com/StFrancisXavierN... See MoreSee Less
Treat your mom or all the important women in your life to dinner and a movie! The Knights of Columbus will host a Mother’s Day Appreciation Dinner & a Movie on Saturday, May 13, at St. Francis Xavier Church. Enjoy a spaghetti dinner in the church basement social hall at... Continue Reading
Many Catholics, especially those of Eastern European descent, have a tradition of bringing their baskets of food that will be enjoyed at Easter to be blessed on Holy Saturday. Here at St. Francis Xavier, Deacon Paul Kipfstuhl keeps this tradition alive with at short 3 p.m.... Continue Reading
Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday, when we celebrate Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, and what will be his last week before his crucifixion, death and resurrection. Join us for these important liturgies as we keep vigil with Christ. On Holy Thursday, we celebrate the... Continue Reading
Are you new to St. Francis Xavier Parish? We’d like to welcome you to our parish family and help you become acquainted with us, and us with you! Whether you joined us in recent months, or years ago, you are welcome to join us for one of our quarterly welcome brunches... Continue Reading
The pandemic may be over, but let’s be honest: It changed something about all of us. It sent us into a kind of dormancy, where we pulled back from others, retreated into ourselves and preferred to stay apart. We even stopped coming to church. But God didn’t make us to... Continue Reading
Men of St. Francis Xavier Parish are invited to spend some quiet time with the Lord and fellow parishioners the weekend of March 4 & 5 for the annual Men’s Renewal weekend. Take some time apart from your work and family responsibilities to become “One in the... Continue Reading
New to the area, or to St. Francis Xavier Parish? We'd love to meet you! Stop by the parish office to pick up your welcome packet, and take a tour of the campus if you'd like! Registering puts you into our database so we can respond more promptly to your needs. It also adds you to the mailing list for our parish newsletter, makes you "official" for those times that you want to be a godparent or confirmation sponsor, and ensures you can get tax deductions for your donations. More importantly, it makes you an official part of our family! We're so glad you're here!
For more information, please call our office: 330-725-4968.
Our Mission
Welcome to St. Francis Xavier Parish
St. Francis Xavier Parish extends a hand of welcome to all as companions on the journey of faith. We are a Catholic community where diversity, acceptance and participation lead us on our lifelong journey of spiritual growth.
As Christ’s Eucharistic family, the living presence of the Holy Spirit fires us to embrace our baptismal promises. Vibrant celebrations and faith filled parishioners are central to the communal expression of our love for God and God’s love for us.
Our educational programs provide for spiritual growth in a friendly, open atmosphere to further develop our minds and souls.
Opportunities for ministry abound as we live the Gospel through the contribution of our time, talent, and treasure.
We are all challenged to “Go in Peace to Love and Serve the Lord,” as we are called to share all that we receive.