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From the desk of Deacon Dave Etters… Advent – a time of hope and waiting. The people of Israel had hoped longingly for their Messiah. And they waited…and waited, and they waited some more. I have a difficult time waiting in a grocery line, but the collective waiting of Israel spanned centuries! Israel’s expectant hope … Continued
From our Coordinator of Youth Faith Formation, Clare DeWitt… Dear St. John Family, In my past four years of doing ministry, there has never been a time when right before a big event, retreat, or program that I don’t feel a little nervous. All the time, energy, planning that has gone into creating something that … Continued
From the desk of Deacon Mike McCormick… The term Advent actually means coming. It is a period of four weeks that we should increase our prayers and set aside time for reflection on the true meaning of our faith. In the early day of our Church, it was suggested that we fast much like we … Continued
From our Director of Parish Life, Shayne Slough… I don’t know about you, but the weather lately has me feeling completely confused about what season we’re in. It seems we have transitioned from fall to winter to a spring thaw all within the matter of a week! But for us as Catholics, the beauty of … Continued
From St. John Elementary School Principal, Kristi Blair… Exciting things are happening at St. John Elementary School! We have had a busy start to the school year. Our students have celebrated All Saints Day, our NWEA math scores continue to climb, and congratulations go out to our 2019 “Art a Loan” finalist. We love to … Continued