THEOTOKOS IS US

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

A Message from Fr. Richard Affrim, Ghana

St. John Parish Summer Mission Appeal, 8/12-8/13/23 THIS WEEKEND WE WELCOME   Fr. Richard D. Affrim from the Diocese of Ho, Ghana  This weekend Fr. Richard D. Affrim is asking the people of our parish to support the work of the church in the Diocese of Ho, Ghana.  Their mission is to bring the Gospel to … Continued

From the Desk of John Dullock, Pastoral Council President

Pastoral Council—A Few Words from Our President & a Call for Nominations It’s that time of year where we seek three new members to help guide our parish by membership on the Pastoral Council. All Pastoral Council members will be practicing Catholics who are to be on mission with our Lord and an oath of … Continued

From the Desk of Bill Mitch, Director of Parish Operations

A married couple’s primary objective is to get one another into heaven. There are many other responsibilities that come with being married, but all of them should be pointing toward this primary driver. Abby Mitch is going to get me to heaven and I, her. My wife is a big part of my faith journey … Continued