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From the Desk of Shayne Slough, Director of Parish Life

Preparation and Anticipation In the week leading up to the first Sunday of Advent this year, I had some definite practice in waiting and anticipating the birth of a babe!  With our second granddaughter due anytime, we wondered if we would be heading out of town on Thanksgiving Day, that weekend, or even later… It … Continued

From the desk of Fr. Chas Canoy, Pastor

Dear Parish Family, This weekend begins the hallowed season of Advent!  Amidst the distress and division in our world and perhaps even in our own extended family, the great Advent cry, “Come, Lord Jesus!” expresses the yearning of our souls for God to make all things right and new!  Advent is a season of preparation … Continued

From the Desk of Deacon Dave Etters, 11/21/21

The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe When I was a 5th grader, my parents gave us kids a 16-volume set of the Golden Book Encyclopedia. It was colorful, well written, and beautifully illustrated, and I still remember reading and becoming immersed in the article on the solar system. I learned … Continued