Welcome to Sts. Mary and John Catholic Parish

First, we want to give a warm welcome to Fr. Eugene Schmitt who joins us today. You will see him this weekend at the Masses. Fr. Eugene will have his office at Sts. Mary and John, so feel free to stop in and introduce yourself. With July 4th coming up on Monday, we have reason to give thanks for this great nation of ours. We also recognize our responsibility in being good citizens. Just a word of encouragement to think about how you might improve the neighborhood where you live. Maybe it’s as simple as praying for your neighbors, but that’s a good start. Let’s pray the Hail Mary this week for our nation: that it can be a place of peace and hope for all. Thank you and have a great week!

First, a big thank you to all who joined us in the Eucharistic Procession on Sunday. It was a beautiful event and a sign of our desire to carry the Lord into our community. Secondly, if you have a child who is entering second grade and needs preparation for First Communion; or if you have a young person who will be a sophomore in high school and needs preparation for Confirmation, please call the parish office by July 1. We want to make sure we can prepare our young people well to receive the Sacraments. Finally, I’ll be moving my office and residence to the Cathedral this weekend, so it will be a bit of a crazy week. I appreciate your patience as I make that move. Let’s pray the Hail Mary this week for all priests making transitions to new parishes this coming week. Let’s pray for their communities and for the spiritual well being of our diocese. Have a great week!

Next Wednesday through Sunday we will have a Eucharistic Exhibit on display in Rager Hall. It’s a beautiful exhibit on Eucharistic miracles and I hope you will take the time to view it either before or after the daily or weekend Masses. Another reminder about our Corpus Christi procession on June 19th after the 10 am Mass. It will be less than a mile walk through downtown. If you’re not able to walk, you’re also welcome to remain in church until we return for Benediction. Finally, I will be away next week for some vacation before I begin the additional assignment at the Cathedral. Let’s pray the Hail Mary this week for a greater spirit of discipleship in the Church. May our Lady help us to seek her Son above anything else in this world. Have a great week!