Independence Day

Today we celebrate the Fourth of July, Independence Day. On this day, we call to mind the birth of our nation. As Catholics, we are called to truly cherish in a very special way the many freedoms we enjoy in this country, freedoms not available to many people in other parts of the world. Our bishops have called on us to reaffirm our commitment to appreciate and guard our freedoms, especially our right to religious liberty.  We are reminded that they should never be taken for granted. (Read more…)

Dress Code

In a few weeks many of us will have an opportunity to take a break from school or work and make time for leisure activities. As we continue to make time for leisure activities and travel, we are strongly encouraged to keep our focus on God. We are reminded that the time for Mass and prayer should be included in our plans.

When attending Mass, especially during the summer months, we are asked to exercise prudence and judgment in how we act and in what we wear. (Read more…)

Deacon Steve

A few years after I arrived at St. Catherine Church, I received a call from our Diocesan office of the Deaconate and from Mr. Steve Kassebaum, (who was at that time in training for diaconate) offering his services to our parish. After completing his training, he was ordained and appointed to serve as a deacon at our parish, by Bishop Paul Bootkoski. Deacon Steve has been serving at our parish since June 6, 2015.

As Deacon Steve moves out of the parish with his family to retire in Florida, he has asked to be relieved from his official position as deacon here at St. (Read more…)