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We help foster faith-based stewardship in the community for the spiritual, educational and charitable needs of all. Deo Gratias 2025 Mass of Thanksgiving & Luncheon.
- 10:00 a.m. Mass- Mary, Mother of the Good Shepherd Chapel
- 11:00 a.m. Brunch and Award Presentation- Founders Hall
- Presentation of The Archbishop Edward F. Hoban Award for Distinguished Service to the Most Reverend Roger W. Gries, OSB- Auxiliary Bishop, Diocese of Cleveland
Seating is limited; RSVP by Thursday, November 13. If you have questions, please contact Sarah Gozur at
216-696-6525 x1910.
Directions to the Center for Pastoral Leadership (28700 Euclid Avenue- Wickliffe, Ohio 44092) are linked for your convenience. Upon arrival, follow the event signs for easy parking.
The morning begins at 10:00 a.m. with Bishop Malesic celebrating a Mass of Thanksgiving in the Mary, Mother of the Good Shepherd Chapel. Look for the seminarians, who will gladly assist you in finding your way. Brunch will be served immediately following the Mass in Founders Hall.
Please arrive fifteen minutes before mass to check in.
Deo Gratias Background
Deo Gratias is an annual donor recognition event that began in 1945. Typically scheduled on the Sunday before Thanksgiving, Deo Gratias begins with a Mass of Thanksgiving at the Center for Pastoral Leadership and is followed by brunch and a presentation. Close to 300 guests attend Deo Gratias, all of whom are invited based on their generous giving to the ministries of the Diocese of Cleveland.
Why we honor Archbishop Hoban
Expectations were modest when Reverend Edward F. Hoban became Bishop of Cleveland on November 2, 1945, given that he was 67 years old. Bishop Hoban proved to be a dramatic leader; one of vision coupled with action. He directed a period of growth and expansion in this Diocese that remains unmatched. His hand can still be felt in education, religious vocations, and charity. In recognition of his extraordinary service, Pope Pius XII bestowed upon him the title of Archbishop; an honor usually reserved for prelates who lead an archdiocese.