The Parish Life Commission represents the various clubs and organizations that enhance the parish experience.
Megan Scherson, Co-Chairperson
Ali Schuler, Co-Chairperson

50+ Club
The Gesu 50+ Club is open to all members of the parish but is most popular with seniors.  Monthly events are help from September – May and include several bus trips during the year.  For more information, contact:
Joe Amato
Nancy Graf

Booster Club
The Gesu Booster Club is a volunteer organization dedicated to promoting, coordinating, and financing youth athletics for both Gesu School and PSR children in Grades 1 through 12.  Booster Club Board Meetings are held the first Thursday of every month at 7:30pm in the Religious Education Center.  All are welcome.  Volunteers are also needed to serve as coaches and to help with the Booster fundraisers.  For further information, contact:
Pat Krebs

Boy Scouts
Boy Scouts of America Troop 620 has been an established troop in Gesu Church since 1960.  Membership is open to all boys of the parish who are ten years of age or older and have completed the 5th Grade.  To learn more, contact:
Steve Sheppard

Cub Scouts (Grades 1-5)
Membership in Cub Scout Pack 620 is open to all boys of the parish in Grades 1 through 5.  The objectives of the group are: citizenship training, character development and personal fitness.  For more information, contact:
George Gulden

Funeral Receptions
Following a funeral at Gesu, a reception may be held in McAuley Hall if the family requests it.  Volunteers from the parish prepare and serve a warm meal for the family and their friends.  The committee welcomes anyone willing to assist in this ministry by either preparing a dish at home, or baking, or by helping to serve the day of the funeral.  For more information, contact:
Betty Browne

Gesu Bowling League
Adults of all skill levels are welcome to join us at 7:00pm on Monday nights at Freeway Lanes of Solon.  We play for 33 weeks starting in early September.  It is never too late to join!  For more information, contact:
Bryan Barrett

Girl Scouts
The Girl Scouts of the USA program is open to all girls of Gesu Church from Kindergarten through high school.  For more information, contact:
Angela Shipley

Hospitality Committee
The Gesu Hospitality Committee provides assistance and supplies for the various parish organizations.  Volunteers are provided on an as-needed basis to help with special events.  The committee can also assist with purchasing supplies for parish activities.  If you would like to volunteer or need assistance with a parish event, please contact:
Megan Scherson
Ali Schuler

Knights of Columbus
The Heights Council of the Knights of Columbus is a fraternity of Catholic gentlemen devoted to supporting Gesu Parish through acts of charity, financial support, and community outreach.  For more information, contact:
Joe Bellian

Men’s Softball
If you are interested in being part of the men’s softball league, please contact:
Bob Bauders

Singles Group
The Gesu Singles Group is open to unmarried, divorced and widowed parishioners from Gesu and other east side parishes.  Members gather monthly for social, spiritual and service events.  For further information, contact:
Mary McFadden
Nancy Agacinski

Women’s Guild
The Gesu Women’s Guild is an active organization with the two primary purposes of promoting friendly relations among the members and furthering the cause of religion and social service in the parish community.  Every woman in the parish is considered to be a member.  For more information about the Guild, contact:
Monica Bruck

Young Families
Gesu Young Families is for parishioners with children from birth to age 5 (or Kindergarten).  The purpose of the group is to provide interesting, fun and helpful activities for parents and children.  During the year, various social, spiritual, recreational and community service opportunities are offered, including playgroups.  If you are interested in joining, contact:
Janelle Dougherty
Leslie Beck (Membership Coordinator)

Youth Ministry
The Youth Ministry serves junior high and high school students in the parish.  A wide variety of programming is offered including retreats, sporting events, movies, service and social opportunities.  The weekly programs include the 6:00pm Sunday Youth Mass with Fr. Snow, followed by pizza and open gym, and the Wednesday evening Youth Meetings from 6:00-8:00pm.  To learn more, contact:
Joe Gehring