Father CJ's Weekly Update

January 13, 2026


Dear St. Mary’s Parishioners,


I hope this update finds you well. Just a few items to share with you:


St. Joseph Society invites the Parish to Mass and Presentation this, Friday, January 16th. 7am Mass followed by a presentation in the Parish Center with Guest Speaker Brother Stephen Glodek.

 

January Offertory Envelopes: Great News, envelope packets have been mailed out. We will continue to offer 'special collection' envelopes at both entrances and the pews if needed. Please clearly write your name address and envelope number (if known) on the temporary envelope. Online giving is also an option using this link; https://secure.myvanco.com/L-Z5AN/home


Reminder: No 5:30pm Faith Formation Mass or Classes, January 18/ January 19th due to the holiday. Sunday evening Mass and regular class schedule resumes next week.

 

Coffee and Donuts this Sunday, January 18th: Hosted by the Knights of Columbus. Join us in the Parish Center.

 

Monday, January 19th is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: The Parish Office will be closed. 7am Mass with Novena Prayers. No 6:30pm Mass.

 

Adoration next Tuesday January 20th will be from 7:30-10am due to a 11am Funeral. Thank you for your understanding.

 

Military Musical Presentation on February 1st : This will be a presentation that consists of personal letters of service men and women written to their families and the music of a certain era primarily World War II, The Korean War, and the Vietnam War. See the bulletin for details. Space is limited. Tickets $20.

 

Our Annual Irish Party will be Sunday March 15th 1-4pm. We are developing a Party Planning Committee to help organize this popular event. If interested in helping, please email or call the Parish Office.

 

St. Mary’s Guild, Lenten Evening of Reflection will be March 18th, 5:30pm Mass followed by dinner and guest speaker Fr. McCurry. More details forthcoming.

 

If there is ever a time when you do not receive the Eblast, please know that each week it is updated and available on the homepage of our website under my picture as well as in the weekly bulletin by scanning the QR Code located on page 5.

 

Your Friend & Pastor

Fr. CJ