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Eucharistic Living. Lifelong Learning. Generous Serving.

Mass Times

Saturday | 4:30 pm

Sunday | 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:30 am

Monday - Friday | 7:30 am

Monday, Wednesday & Friday | 8:30 am

Holy Days  | 7:30 am, 8:30 am, 12:00 pm & 7:00 pm

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Mass Location Updates


Our church interior is getting a much-needed refresh including refinishing, painting, and a tabernacle move as we prepare to enter our 100th year. Thank you for your patience and support as we ensure our church remains functional and beautiful for generations to come.

 

With the scaffolding now in place, we have reevaluated the physical environment of the church and want to ensure that we are providing a safe, prayerful space. For that reason, we have decided to shift our Mass locations:


  • 4:30 PM - Family Center (and livestream)
  • 8:00 AM - Marian Chapel
  • 10:00 AM - Family Center
  • 11:30 AM - Family Center
Welcome!

A Message From Our Pastor

Welcome to the Church of the Gesu - we are so glad you are here! In the past 100 years, Gesu has grown from its humble beginnings of approximately 40 families to a thriving parish of over 2,700+ families today. It has flourished as a center of learning and a faith-filled community dedicated to living lives for the greater glory of God. In the last few years, we welcomed a record number of new families into our parish, and Gesu continues to grow! I am confident the founding Jesuits and parishioners who began this community 100 years ago would be proud of the vibrant parish and school we have become. What a bright future!


Whether you are visiting or are already a member of our community, I invite you to look through these pages and familiarize yourself with all that Gesu has to offer. You will learn more about our active parish and the many ways it serves our community.  We invite you to join us anytime throughout the year and embrace being a special part of Gesu.

Fr. Lukas M. Laniauskas, SJ

Pastor

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Mass at the Church of the Gesu is broadcast live via BoxCast at 4:30 pm ET every Saturday.
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Church of the Gesu

We welcome you to join us in taking Saint Ignatius’ vision of worship and education and making it tangibly seen, felt, and experienced. Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam - All for the Greater Glory of God. This is the mission of Church of the Gesu. It is who we are and what we are about.

Quick Links
  • Gesu Century Capital and Endowment Campaign

    What a gift it is to be celebrating nearly 100 years of Church of the Gesu. We invite you to partner with us to ensure a vibrant future for our community.

    Gesu Century
  • Bulletin

    Download our Sunday Bulletin and see our most recent communications

    Bulletin
  • Gesu Catholic School

    Gesu Catholic School is an integral part of the Gesu community. Our parish school is dedicated to teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ and academic excellence.

    Visit School Website
  • The Diocese of Cleveland

    Church of the Gesu is one of the 184 parishes within the Diocese of Cleveland - connected in mission of the Catholic Church.

    Diocese Website
  • The Jesuits

    The Society of Jesus, or the Jesuits, is a Roman Catholic order of priests and brothers founded nearly 500 years ago by Saint Ignatius of Loyola. Church of the Gesu is a part of the Midwest Province of the Society of Jesus. We seek to live the mission of Saint Ignatius of Loyola to "find God in all things" and to dedicate ourselves to the "greater glory of God."

    The Midwest Jesuits

What does Gesu mean to you? Here's what our parishioners said:

"Being part of Gesu, where I've watched my family grow, feels like being wrapped in a warm, comforting embrace. Each corner of the church holds a special memory—our wedding vows exchanged at the altar, the joyful splashes of water during our children's baptisms, and the proud moments of their first communions. It’s where we sought solace during the funeral of my father and found strength in our community."

"Gesu has been at the center of my life even before going to 1st grade. The Gesu connection is so important to me. It is my church for sacraments, my grade school, I taught PSR for 30+ years, ran the building campaign in the 1990s, Gesu Honduras for 25 years + all our children have been through Gesu. If I were to diagram my life, Gesu is right at the heart of it!"

"I deeply cherish our church as a central part of our lives, where we've celebrated marriages, baptisms, first communions, and mourned loved ones together. It's not just a place of worship but a cornerstone of our community, rich with shared memories and spiritual growth. I hope it continues to be a welcoming and supportive environment where future generations can find the same sense of belonging, faith, and fellowship."

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Upcoming Events

There's always something great happening at gesu for you and your family.
Explore our full calendar of upcoming liturgies and events below.

Full Events Calendar

GSO (Gesu Sunday Offering) Weekend

Saturday, October 25 & Sunday, October 26 • After all masses

Join us for Masses on Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26, for GSO Weekend. We will share a “State of the Parish” update during Mass and in the bulletin, plus everyone will receive a Malley’s pretzel crunch chocolate bar.

Women's Guild Holiday Boutique

4:00 pm • Wednesday, November 19

This year’s boutique will take place on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 4:00 - 9:00 pm at Mayfield Country Club. Enjoy a festive, late-afternoon shopping experience complete with your favorite vendors, holiday gifts, and seasonal cheer! We hope you’ll join us for this beloved holiday tradition – now with a new twist!

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Mary: Favored by God

three-session faith formation series

October is traditionally one of the months the Church honors Mary, the Mother of Jesus and the Mother of God, through prayer, devotion, and feast days. Join us later this month as we begin a three-session series on Mary: Favored By God. We will continue in November as we anticipate the Advent season, another time during the year when we ponder Mary and her place in the Church and in our lives. We conclude with session 3 in early December and will provide additional materials for ongoing reflection in preparation for the Christmas season. We hope you can join us for prayer, conversation, and community!

When: Thursdays, October 30, November 13, December 4 at 9:15 - 10:45 pm.

Where: Dietz Room, Gesu Parish Office.

ZOOM OPTION:
  Tuesdays, October 28, November 11, December 2 at 7:00 - 8:30 pm. A link will be sent to those who register.

Registration is required!
  Click the button below to register.

Contact Marcia Leous at (216) 932-0617 x512 or mleous@churchofthegesu.org.


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New Parishioner Welcome Reception

4:30 Pm • Saturday, November 15

New Parishioners are invited to attend Mass at 4:30 pm on Saturday, November 15, 2025, followed by a reception in McAuley Hall. Come meet fellow parishioners, enjoy refreshments and learn more about our ministries and community life. If you have any questions or wish to RSVP for this event, please contact Fr. Vincent at 

MVincentSJ@churchofthegesu.org.

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50+ Club Afternoon of Recollection

12:00 Pm • Thursday, November 20

Join the Gesu 50+ Club for an Afternoon of Recollection on Wednesday, November 20, 2025. 12:00 Noon Mass in the Chapel followed by lunch in McAuley Hall. Our luncheon Speaker will be Dr. Andrew Staron, Professor of Theology at St. Mary Seminary, speaking on Pope Leo XIV and St. Augustine. Luncheon menu includes: sandwiches, salads, and chips from Caterology, beverages and desserts. Cost of luncheon: $14. RSVP by Wednesday, November 14 by returning the form below. If you have any questions, contact Micki at (440) 646-9516.

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50+ Club Christmas Lights Tour

10:45 am • Friday, december 5

Christmas in Hartville & Beyond -- Our day begins with a Light Lunch at Gesu and a viewing of Gesu Nativity Collection. We'll depart Gesu at 11:45 am and head to Bethlehem Cave, Nativity Museum, & Marketplace. After a short visit, we'll travel to Hartville Marketplace & Flea Market. We'll sit down to a hearty, home-style meal at the beloved Hartville Kitchen, before ending the evening with a magical drive through the Elegant Illusions Christmas Lights display. We'll return to Gesu around 9:45 pm. Reservation and payment due by Sunday, November 2, 2025. Checks should be made payable to Gesu 50+ Club and dropped off at the Gesu parish office. Questions? Please contact Jane Lewis at (216) 321-7248.

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Gesu's Annual Service Day

8:00 am • SATURday, DECEmber 6

On Saturday, December 6, 2025, the Gesu Community will continue its tradition and volunteer throughout Northeast Ohio at 35+ agencies. Join us (and bring your friends and family along) for Service Day. There are projects for all ages and abilities. This is a great opportunity to earn service hours. We'll kick off with a "stay and eat" or "grab and go" Breakfast and Commissioning Prayer at Gesu from 8:00-10:00 am (prayer at 9:00 am)

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