At all Masses this weekend, children will be receiving the Eucharist for their very first time.

This Mass will be extended in length due to our welcoming a group of our children to the Table of the Lord, as they celebrate their First Eucharist. We do hope that you will decide to celebrate this joyous occasion with us. PLEASE ALSO NOTE, that the first six to seven pews at the front of the church will be reserved for children and their families receiving this Sacrament. This will require the cooperation and patience of all, especially those who usually sit in the front pews. Celebrating the reception of First Holy Communion at the parish Sunday Mass emphasizes the central teaching of our faith… to worship at Sunday Eucharist. It particularly welcomes and encourages our First Communion children and families to share their rightful place at Sunday Eucharist. They will be assisted by the whole parish community in the prayers of the liturgy, and in turn will reflect to us a new generation of Catholic faithful. Please welcome these children and their families, assist them with the liturgical prayers, and encourage them in the regular celebration of Sunday Eucharist. Thank you!

This Mass will be extended in length due to our welcoming a group of our children to the Table of the Lord, as they celebrate their First Eucharist. We do hope that you will decide to celebrate this joyous occasion with us. PLEASE ALSO NOTE, that the first six to seven pews at the front of the church will be reserved for children and their families receiving this Sacrament. This will require the cooperation and patience of all, especially those who usually sit in the front pews. Celebrating the reception of First Holy Communion at the parish Sunday Mass emphasizes the central teaching of our faith… to worship at Sunday Eucharist. It particularly welcomes and encourages our First Communion children and families to share their rightful place at Sunday Eucharist. They will be assisted by the whole parish community in the prayers of the liturgy, and in turn will reflect to us a new generation of Catholic faithful. Please welcome these children and their families, assist them with the liturgical prayers, and encourage them in the regular celebration of Sunday Eucharist. Thank you!

Class begins with 10:30 am Mass, followed by class instruction in the hall

Divine Mercy Sunday is a very special Sunday when the Divine Floodgates from Heaven are wide-opened and Jesus offers us the total forgiveness of all sins and punishment to any soul, who goes to Confession and receives Him in Holy Communion, on that day

Through education and sharing, we offer support to those who are coping with the addiction of a loved one. Whether it be your child, your spouse, your grandchild, or a close friend, the pain of watching their suffering is the same. Join us as we gain a better understanding of the disease of addiction through reading materials, videos and first-hand sharing from men and women who actively practice a 12-step program and live a healthy lifestyle free of alcohol and drugs.

Please consider a donation of canned ham, canned corn, canned green beans, regular drip coffee or juice mix. Donations may be left at the kitchen door in the hall on the 1st Saturday of every month. Thank you for your generosity.

If you missed the training sessions that were held in January and February of this year, please attend this session specifically geared for our Lectors. Whether you serve at St. John OR St. Mary, this is the session to attend.