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Live with the Spirit of God

We celebrate the feast of Pentecost. It was the second of three great Jewish Feasts. For the Jews it was a day of thanksgiving for the completion of the harvest. However, on this day a great transformation took place in the small group of disciples. Holy Spirit descended upon them like tongues of fire, and … Continued

Congratulations to our First Communicants!

Dear Parish Family, What a special weekend for our St. John family as 55 children received their First Holy Communion! Because there were so many, we had two different Masses, one on Saturday at 4:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Oratory and the other on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at St. John Church.  Seeing these children … Continued

As they were looking on, He was lifted up

Ascension of Jesus is a mystery This Sunday we celebrate the feast of the Ascension of the Lord. Jesus led the disciples as far as the outskirts of Bethany, which is less than two miles from Jerusalem (John 11:18); raising His hands He blessed them and “as he blessed them, he withdrew from them and … Continued

Happy Anniversary!

  In honor of lifelong marriage, Marriage Matters Jackson is hosting a free community event for couples married 50 years or more. The event, hosted by MMJ’s Shelby Raines, takes places Saturday, June 25th at The Ye Ole’ Carriage Shop museum in Spring Arbor. Couples will be treated to free entrance to the museum, complimentary dessert … Continued

Our 10 Stephen Ministers Are Ready to Go!

Dear Parish Family, Are you or someone you know in our community going through a tough time?  Maybe he or she has lost a loved one or having trouble coping with one who is terminal.  Maybe he or she is suffering through the pain of divorce or loss of employment or home.  Or maybe he … Continued