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Homily Short, 19th Sunday Ordinary Time
Watch the Homily Short: Homily Short Reflection A reflection on the concept of homeland, emphasizing that our true homeland is not in this world but in communion with God, Discussing the idea of God’s mission through Jesus to restore what was lost in the beginning. Highlighting the importance of loving God and one’s neighbor, and…
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Father Randy Koenigsknecht – Faith Story
It is hard to think of more fitting readings for me to have as I celebrate my firstweekend at my first assignment as a priest. Jesus says in the Gospel: “The harvest isabundant, but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborersfor his harvest.” Growing up this Gospel…
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2025-2026 Confirmation Parent & Student Meeting
Confirmation preparation for incoming 8th graders in the Jackson region is quickly approaching. There will be a parent and student meeting on Sunday, August 24 for those interested in receiving this sacrament in 2026. Help spread the word. Please see the bulletin for more details and contact Jake Gerber with any questions
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From the Desk of Michael Philpott, 8/10/25
19th Sunday in Ordinary Time The last time I had an opportunity to write a bulletin article, on the feast of Pentecost, I was moved to reflect on the virtue of hope, that which directs our eyes heavenward, accepts the promise of God, and rejects the self-defeating fears of the mind. And as I read…
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From the Desk of Tara Brady, Principal
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Welcome to Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS)
Our mission in CGS is simple yet profound: to help children fall in love with God. This begins by offering them a space where they can pray, reflect, wonder, and work—at their own pace—using hands-on materials based on Scripture and the liturgy. The catechist’s role is not to lecture, but to prepare the environment…
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New Team Members, 7/20/25
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From the Desk of Amy Parrish, CGS Coordinator
Preparing for the First Moments In The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd method of faith formation, the work of the catechist is to prepare the environment for the child. The child is introduced to the environment in such a way that the child will be comfortable in the space so they can work to know…
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2025 Summer Skating Party at Allskate
Skate, Snack, and Play—Youth Group Takes Over Allskate! Middle and high school students—get ready for one of the most exciting afternoons of the summer! Jackson Youth Group and St. Rita’s Youth Group are teaming up for a private event at Allskate, and all students entering grades 6–12 are invited. We’ve rented out the entire facility…
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Remaining Youth Ministry Summer Schedule
Summer’s Not Over Yet – Youth Ministry Still Going Strong! As we move into the second half of summer, it’s easy to feel like the season is winding down—but not for our youth ministry! We still have several exciting events lined up for students entering grades 6–12, and there’s plenty of fun and faith-filled moments…
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Watch: A Glorious Restoration | Saint John the Evangelist in Jackson
WATCH: A HEAVENLY RESTORATION | SAINT JOHN THE EVANGELIST, JACKSON: Constructed in 1857, Saint John the Evangelist in Jackson is the oldest church building in the Diocese of Lansing. Watch this short film as pastor, Father Chas Canoy, explains the parish’s desire to return their beloved building to its former glory by commissioning local artist, Joseph…
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From the Desk of Todd Gale, Discipleship Coordinator/Spiritual Director, 7/13/25
SURRENDER When we see the English word SURRENDER we probably assume it means to give up, throw down our arms, admit defeat, and become prisoner of the enemy. Surrender seems like something not good for us. The word comes from an Old French word with the same definition. But surrender, in the spiritual sense, is…
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Sharing Our Faith Stories, OCIA 2025
from Tim, Pat, Ryan Grace, and Nathan Ehlert Tim, Pam, Ryan Grace, and Nathan Ehlert made their decision to convert to Catholicism as a family. Our journey began with Pam’s health crisis in 2021. Pam had a cardiac event; the family wasn’t sure if Pam would survive and, if she did, what her quality of…
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From the Desk of Dcn. Dave Etters – 6/29/25
The Saintly ‘Odd Couple’ “I was one way, and now I am completely different. And the thing that happened in between… was him.” (Mary Magdalene in film series The Chosen) Today we celebrate Saints Peter and Paul – recognized as the two ‘pillars’ who hold up the doorway of the Church. Both are patron saints…
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From the Desk of Shayne Slough, Director of Parish Life, 6/15/25
As we launched into “Ordinary Time” and concluded the Easter Season right after last Sunday’s celebration of Pentecost, our Sunday celebrations continue to be anything but “ordinary” this month of June! This weekend we celebrate the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity, next weekend is the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, and as we wrap up the…
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From the Desk of Michael Philpott, Director of Parish Operations – 6/8/25
Hope in Love For those who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you received a Spirit of adoption, through whom we cry, “Abba, Father!” The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are…