Hello, St. John the Evangelist Parish and St. Joseph Oratory! My name is Evan Connors; I am the new Discipleship Assistant here at the mother church of Jackson. A little bit about me: I have lived in the Diocese of Lansing my whole life, being a member of various parishes encompassing the Flint and Lansing … Continued
Do you know the word THEOTOKOS? It’s an ancient Eastern title for Our Lady, Mary the Mother of God. It means God Bearer; the one who brings God into the world. Mary is not the ONLY Theotokos. As Christians, we are all called to be God bearers. The name Christian implies something similar; it means … Continued
The Jackson Youth and Young Adult Ministries are excited to host a free community concert featuring Connor Flanagan, a dynamic Christian artist known for his high-energy performances and inspiring message of faith. This special event is open to everyone in the Jackson community. Event DetailsDate: Sunday, December 7Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m. | Concert … Continued
Father Chas Canoy Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily In this homily, Father Chas reflects on the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, the mother church of all Catholic churches. He reminds us of the Church’s universality, longevity, and Christ’s unbreakable promise that “the gates of hell will never prevail against her.” … Continued
As our Confirmation journey continues, we’re excited to bring together all of our candidates for their first mini-retreat this Sunday, November 16, in Star Hall at St. Mary’s (directly beneath the church). This retreat is required for all Confirmation students — whether attending St. John School, public school, or homeschooling — and will take place … Continued