I heard this countless times during my time in the Army. It comes from the idea that when aninfantryman first takes a position on the battlefield, he immediately digs into the ground to createa barrier between himself and the danger in front of him. At first, it may be just a few inchesdown, just enough … Continued
Friday, December 12 • St. John Church • 7:00–8:30 p.m. As we journey through the season of Advent, we invite you to a peaceful evening of prayer and reflection before our Eucharistic Lord. “O Come Let Us Adore” is an opportunity to step away from the busyness of December and enter into the quiet longing … Continued
Feast of the Immaculate Conception – December 8, 2025 Join us as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a Holy Day of Obligation and a beautiful reminder of God’s saving grace at work in Mary from the moment of her conception. We invite all parishioners, families, and visitors … Continued
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
This November, the Jackson Catholic Young Adults invite you to join a month of community, faith, and celebration through our TIM 4:12 gatherings. Each week offers a unique opportunity to grow spiritually, connect with others, and live out our Catholic faith in joyful fellowship. We begin the month on Thursday, November 6, with “Guess That … Continued