Encouraging the Culture of Encounter with Jesus Christ, His Church, and All People

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Fr. Sal from Holy Ghost Ukrainian Catholic Church to talk on May 16 at 6pm at St. Paul’s. 
Change in Faith Formation schedule!
In light of the ongoing struggle in Ukraine, we have invited Fr. Sal, the pastor of Holy Ghost Ukrainian Catholic Church to come and speak about the hardships that priests and their families suffer in Fr’s home country.  I will reschedule my talk for a different time.  His talk will be in the church during a time of prayer, which will include adoration and solemn benediction.  At the end, Fr. Sal will ask for any donations for him to assist his countrymen. Please join in learning, praying, and assisting our brothers and sisters in need.

Cluster Parish Rosary Through May
This Tuesday, May 17 at St. Paul parish at 6pm - It will be our turn to host the cluster Marian Devotions. We will pray the rosary as well as the Litany of Loretto along with a brief sermon on Marian spirituality. 

2 Processions Next Week!
On Tuesday May 24 starting at 6pm will be a Rogation Day Procession.  This is a traditional practice involving a simple procession around the property of the parish asking God to bless our parish territory and all parishioners.  There are particular intercessions that include asking for relief from plagues and wars.  Even in the Easter Season we will need to offer appropriate reparation for the sin and suffering in our world.  Mass in the Extraordinary Form will follow the procession.

On Sunday May 29 following the 11:30 Mass will be a Marian Procession from the Church out to Mary’s Grotto near the rectory.  There we will pray and bless the statue continuing to honor our Lady who always brings us closer to her Divine Son.

Ladies Guild Installment of Officers
The St. Paul Ladies Guild is one of the longest standing organizations of the parish.  They have
fulfilled their mission of supporting the parish through successful fundraising in many different ways over the years and still to this day.  The Installation of Officers, President—Vicki Williamson, Secretary—Patty Hogue, Treasurer—Jeanne Bearer, Marshalls—Jodie Guilfoyle and Mary Marotta will take place on May 12^th.  I thank you all for your dedicated service to St. Paul Parish.

Happy Easter!
Sincerely in Christ,
Fr. Pfr