A BEACON OF CHRIST'S LOVE |
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Hello everybody!
At the 11:00 a.m. Mass last Sunday, we had a wonderful celebration with Archbishop Shelton for the blessing and completion of our Beacon of Hope projects. Thanks for those who joined together for the prayer and celebration! In addition to Archbishop Shelton, Dr. Brian Reynolds, the Chancellor for the Archdiocese, Dr. Mary Beth Bowling, the Superintendent of Catholic Schools and founding principal of St. Pats, and Molly Smith and Melissa Herberger, both in the Advancement Office, also joined us. I am grateful for your generosity and the work of so many preparing for this past weekend, but I want to extend special appreciation to Carrie Williamson, our Pastoral Associate, David Naber, our Business Manager, and Dr. Nathan Sturtzel, our Principal, for the extraordinary work they have done for the past three years in bringing these multiple projects to fulfillment. I also want to thank, in a very special way, Lynne Marshall, our Director of Engagement, for the pivotal and significant role she had in the Beacon of Hope Capital Campaign, bringing it to completion, and planning for this past weekend’s blessing and celebration. Thank you Lynne! Thank you everybody!
On Thursday we celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, which is a holy day of obligation. We will have Mass at 8:00 a.m., including the School, and at 7:00 p.m. on December 8. As we honor Mary and God’s preparation in her for the birth of his Son, the messiah, our savior, may we continue to prepare our own hearts for the coming of Jesus.
Finally, this is a special time of year for me to reflect with gratitude on my life and ministry as a priest. I am profoundly grateful for God’s call in my life and the blessing of those whom God has brought into my life through service to the Church, namely, you! I will celebrate my 18th anniversary as a priest on Sunday. Please offer a prayer for me and my ministry. Thanks!
Prepare the way of the Lord. Come, Lord Jesus, come.
Peace,
Fr. Jeff
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Our parish is a faith community, not just a Sunday gathering. Stay up to date with all that is happening at
St. Patrick.
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TAKE ACTION! DON'T MISS OUT! |
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Join us as we celebrate the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a Holy Day of Obligation. We will offer two Masses - 8:00 a.m. (school Mass) and 7:00 p.m.
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10 & 11
Saturday Sunday
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Blessing of the Child in the Womb |
All expectant mothers, fathers, and families are invited to participate in this special blessing at all weekend Masses. |
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Leprechauns Christmas Party |
Join us this Sunday from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. in Schindler Hall for our Leprechaun ministry Christmas party. The Leprechauns are a vibrant group of young-at-heart parishioners over 55 who enjoy monthly potlucks and holiday celebrations. |
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Red Cross Blood Drive - Urgent Need! |
The Knights of Columbus, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, are hosting a blood drive on Sunday, December 11 from 9:00-2:00 p.m. The American Red Cross is experiencing an extreme blood shortage and could use your help! |
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Moving Toward Oneness Ministry |
In an effort to learn and grow in harmony with a multicultural brothers and sisters around the diocese, St. Patrick has formed a group that will be exploring new ways of communicating, collaborating, and sharing with others who offer different perspectives. If you feel called to participate, contact Tim Grove, Director of Adult Faith Formation and Initiation at tgrove@stpatlou.org. |
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Congratulations to our pastor, Fr. Jeff Shooner, who will celebrate his 18 year Ordination Anniversary on Sunday, December 11. May God continue to bless him in his priestly ministry. |
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Every Advent season, St. Patrick provides a variety of resources that assist you in your four-week journey through Advent to Christmas. Click the Learn More button that will take you to our online resources. |
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Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
- December 7
- December 14
- December 21
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As we enter the holiday season, we face new difficulties in the loss of our loved ones. Join us for bible study, reflecting on the surrender of grief to God and ways to work through our sorrow.
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Join us for Mass this Christmas! All are welcome. |
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Catholic Services Appeal 2022 |
Your participation is important. We can reach and exceed our goal TOGETHER! Thank you for your generosity.
Gifts can be made in the following ways:
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Online at archlou.org
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Online at stpatlou.org
- Envelopes via mail or at the Welcome Desk or the QR code in the Learn More button below.
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Weekly Stewardship - 12/4/2022 |
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Thank you for making a commitment of your time, talent and treasure! Questions? Contact the parish office at
244-6083.
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Become a part of our history and leave a lasting impression on the place we love to call home! All checks payable to the St. Patrick School Foundation and donations are tax deductible. Contact Lynne Marshall, Director of Engagement at lmarshall@stpatlou.org or 244-6083.
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Opportunities for faith enrichment in both large and small group settings for adults in our parish. |
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Open for ALL children from our parish from birth - 5th grade. Details on the Learn More button. |
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Open for ALL youth from our parish in grades 6-12. Details and sign-ups for events found on the Learn More button.
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We encourage all in our parish community to live out their faith by learning about the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, reaching out generously to those in need, and advocating for a fair and just society. |
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Parish Staff Cookie Contest |
Vote December 5-18 in the Gathering Space for your favorite decorated cookie. |
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More details forthcoming. |
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Celtic Athletic Ministry (CAM) |
For news and sports signups. |
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