In Case You Missed Rallying a Corps of Disciples…

Dear Parish Family, What a great turnout for the “Rallying a Corps of Disciples for the Lord!”  We had over 80 brothers and sisters in Christ come for an evening of unveiling the various new initiatives St. John Parish will be offering to its parishioners and the people of Jackson at large.  The diverse opportunities … Continued

Where is God in our Sufferings?

Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do the innocents suffer? Why do the infants die? People suffer undeservedly, and any person like you and me with an ounce of moral sensitivity is outraged by the injustices of our world. Then in our helplessness, ineffectiveness of the government, we turn to God and … Continued

Break Away from Indifference!

Dear Parish Family, This Sunday marks the beginning of February already, and with Ash Wednesday already on February 18, Lent will be upon us before we know it. Have you thought about what to give up for Lent this year? How about giving up any indifference in our lives? Pope Francis released his annual Lenten … Continued

With Power and Authority

People of Israel, before entering into the Promised Land were instructed by Moses about the statutes and laws they need to obey. God promised them through Moses, that God will raise up a prophet like Moses who will be their mediator between God and them. God was promising them that there will always be someone … Continued

Rallying a Corps of Disciples for the Lord!

Dear Parish Family, The Historic Diocesan Assembly held this past November 19 and 20 was a real shot in the arm for our Diocese of Lansing. Over 800 priests, deacons, lay ministers, and parish lay leaders were present with all but two of the over 80 parishes in our diocese represented. The effect has been … Continued