As Holy Week unfolds before us, the Church invites us once again to enter the Paschal Mystery - the saving mystery of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. It is not only something we remember; it is a mystery we are called to live. It is in that spirit that I share....
All Catholics are united in two Lenten practices. Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fast for those ages 18-59. Only one full meal and two smaller meals should be consumed, unless health conditions preclude. For those of age 14 and above, Ash Wednesday and all Fridays in Lent, are days of abstinence where no meat should be eaten.
My heart overflows with a joy that words can scarcely express. I am still basking in the radiant glow of the four-phased celebration you so lovingly bestowed upon me in honor of my birthday and feast day, St. Patrick’s day.....
Confirmation 2 (Grade 8) has class on Sunday, March 29th from 4:00-7:00 pm. Confirmation 2 (9/10 grade) has class on Sunday, April 12th from 4:00-7:00 pm.
Faith Formation registration coming in April. Please watch your emails.
Fr. Patrick is celebrating his 70th Birthday on March 17th, please join us in honoring this Milestone Birthday! Fr. Patrick will be celebrating the 4:00 pm Mass at St. Mary on March 21st and the 10:00 am Mass at St. Martha on March 22nd with family and friends. There will a lunch reception in the St. Martha hall following the 10:00 am Mass and all are invited!....
Ok, so I didn’t ‘read-read’ the Bible, I mostly listened to it being read…by Fr. Mike Schmitz on his ‘Bible in a Year’ podcast. And no, this did not occur in a year…rather it took me 21/2 years, because....
Blessing of Easter Food
You’re invited to bring food to be served at your Easter meal for a blessing on Holy Saturday, 4/4 at 11:00 am in the St. Mary conference room.
The Women’s Group is hosting a Meatless Soup Dinner on Friday, March 27th after the 4:00 pm Stations of the Cross at St. Mary, in the hall. Bring a friend to walk the road to the Cross with Christ, and bring your appetites too!
Looking for a little help on the road to heaven? Join us at 7:30 pm on Holy Tuesday, March 31 at St. Martha Church for an inspiring evening focused on the boundless mercy of our Lord. The program begins with a short ...
The St. Martha Knights of Columbus will host a Family Focused Stations of the Cross on Friday March 20th at 5:30 pm at St. Martha, followed by pizza in the hall after.
All are Welcome!
Join the Easter Bunny and the St. Martha Knights of Columbus for their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 28th at 11:00 am. Bring a basket for your children to collect all of their goodies in. This event is rain or shine. The hunt will be moved to the St. Martha parish hall in event of bad weather.
Thank you to those who have already responded generously to Archbishop Henning’s invitation to contribute. Through early support, St. Martha has reached 43% of our goal and St. Mary has reached 52% of our goal....
This past week our collaborative parishes were blessed by a grace-filled Lenten Mission led by Fr. Thomas Macdonald. Many parishioners shared how meaningful his message was - both comforting and challenging in the best way. Fr. Tom invited us to examine our hearts and ask whether anything in our lives has quietly become an “idol.” Even people who are actively practicing their faith can....
Confirmation 1 ( Grade 7) has class on Sunday March 15th from 4:00-7:00 pm. Confirmation 2 (Grade 8) has class on Sunday, March 29th from 4:00-7:00 pm.
Lent is a grace. It is a chance to begin anew. If you have drifted a bit spiritually, this is your moment. If your prayer has grown mechanical, this is your opportunity to renew it. If you feel strong in your faith, this is your call to go deeper....