The Knights of Columbus wanted to express their gratitude for your generous support during their Lenten initiative. The proceeds will go to the four food shelves in the area and the Northwoods New Life Resource Center. Your contribution helps bring to life the Knights’ founder, Father Michael McGivney’s vision that the needy be cared for in their time of need. Thank You.
On Saturday, April 29, at 9:00 am in the St. Joseph Parish Center Deacon Brian will help us explore the Christian symbolism and insights to be found in Sergio Leone’s classic film, The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. Following the seminar, Deacon Dave DiSera will be providing his famous spaghetti, If you are planning to attend, please sign up on the sheet at the back of church, so Deacon Dave will know how many to cook for.
Here is a small snap-shot of events happening this week and other highlights: Monday, 5:30 pm What We Believe...Study Group Wednesday, 6:30 pm St. Juniper Serra Fraternity Meeting
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Deacon Brian’s Hayward presentation for The Good, the Bad, and The Ugly has been rescheduled for April 29th. We will start at 9 AM, spend a few hours working up an appetite, and then have a spaghetti lunch at noon prepared by none other than our own Deacon Dave DiSera. In the coming weeks, we will have a formal sign-up sheet in church so Deacon Dave knows how many to prepare for. So, come join us on April 29th for good food, faith, and fellowship, and invite your friends as well!
Fr. Dean Update Father Dean has relocated to Minnesota. Please continue to keep him in your prayers. Here is his contact information: Fr. Dean Buttrick Unit 214 Epiphany Assisted Living 10955 Hanson Blvd. Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Reminder that this Sunday at the 10:15 Mass we are celebrating the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe in a special way including the Mexican tradition of processing and placing flowers around Mary’s image. Please bring a flower for the procession and plan to stay for a traditional Mexican treat after Mass. Check out the table in back of Church for more information about Our Lady of Guadalupe.
A big thank you to all who helped make out Tenth Recycled Christmas so successful! Your donation of items, time and treats were so appreciated. Our total was $2507.00 which will go towards our youth programs.
A warm and blessed welcome to our newest member—Emery Lee, Daughter of Ben and Stephanie DiSera, who was baptized on November 27. Congratulations to the parents and families who shared this blessed event with us.
Our good friend, Betty Blake, passed away on November 21. Please keep her and her family in your prayers. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her; may her soul and the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen
We wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. There will be NO Mass on Thursday, November 25, Thanksgiving Day, and Friday, November 26. The church and offices will be closed starting at noon on Wednesday, and all-day Thursday & Friday.
A warm and blessed welcome to our newest member—Brooklyn Olivia, daughter of David and Jennifer McClain, who was baptized on November 13. Congratulations to the parents and families who shared this blessed event with us.
Our good friends, Virginia Gawlik, passed away on October 20, Joan Ronca passed away on November 4, and Carol LaBarre passed away on November 8. Please keep them and their families in your prayers. Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon them; may their souls and the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen
Why do less than 30% of Catholics believe in the Real Presence? It seems like many have forgotten that Jesus gave his flesh for the life of the world. The Eucharist has transformed Fr. Mike’s life and he wants to tell you all about it. Watch his powerful testimony at: https://media.ascensionpress.com/video/how-the-eucharist-changed-my-life/Go Deeper, learn what the Church teaches about this precious gift and why it is pivotal to your spiritual journey. Go to www.eucharisticrevival.org to discover ways to get involved and view free videos on the Eucharist.
We encourage you always to work into your daily schedule some quiet time with our Lord and this Advent we challenge you to carve out more time in preparation for His arrival. The Little Books, which will be here next week, is a great devotional to help you explore the depths of Scripture and deepen your relationship with Christ. Another resource, which no doubt will be great for the whole family, is Chris Stefanik’s 4-part video series called “as we forgive those....”. Go to www.reallifecatholic.com to signup and receive the videos in your email inbox weekly.