Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the first Monday in September to honor and recognize the American labor movement and the works and contributions of laborers to the development and achievements of the United States.

Bishop Keehner received a letter from the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops requesting all parishes within our country to consider supporting Catholic Relief Services and Catholic Near East Welfare Association in their outreach to the Catholic community in Gaza, and the people—especially the children —who are facing conditions of starvation and absence of any medical care.

Next month we begin the OCIA gatherings/discussions. Formerly RCIA, it stands for the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults.

“For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be.” (LK 12:35)

“Takecareto guard against all greed, for though one may berich, one’s life does not consist of possessions.”(LK 12:15) “Vanity of vanities.”(Ecclesiastes 1:2)

“Take care to guard against all greed, for though one may be rich, one’s life does not consist of possessions.” (LK 12:15) “Vanity of vanities.” (Ecclesiastes 1:2)

“Lord, teach us to pray as John taught his disciples.” Michael Pennock has devoted his life to our Catholic faith via his profession as a teacher. He has edited and written different books concerning our faith, and maintained an open heart to Christ Jesus via his classroom work with teenagers; their questions and struggles and desire to search for the Real Presence in their lives have challenged his own faith.

“Martha, Martha, you are anxious and worried about many things.” (LK 10:41). In her book, Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World: Finding Intimacy with God in the Busyness of Life, Joanna Weaver states:

“But a Samaritan traveler who came upon him was moved with compassion at the sight. He approached the victim, poured oil and wine over his wounds and bandaged them. . . .He took him to an inn, and cared for him”

Celebrating our independence in the midst of summer, we graciously welcome Fr. Joy Kalliyath,a Carmalite Missionary, who is temporarily in the United States seeking aid for seminarian studies and social projects within the parish he is serving in Madagascar.

“And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church.”(MT 16:17)

“Over the years I have been grateful— privileged if you will—to share and receive the Eucharist in various churches and locations.

“On this Trinity Sunday, Pope John Paul II reminds us how futile our efforts can be, attempting to explain, define, and dissect the presence of the Trinity, until we simply place our trust in the living presence of this mystery.

“And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in different tongues ... each one one heard them speaking ins own language.” (Acts 2:3-4)

“And behold, I’m sending the promise of my Father upon you.” Only in the gospels of Matthew (16:19) and Luke (24:51), alongside the historical account in the Acts of the Apostles (1:9), is the account of Jesus’ ascension into heaven recorded. As recorded in Acts, his departure occurred forty days after the Resurrection.

Following Saturday evening Mass, there will be a Eucharistic Procession, burgers grilled by the Boone KCs, and live music by Corey Highland.

Come shop at our Free-Will Donation Garage Sale All proceeds go to support our Youth Group programs and events! Donation Drop Off: June 10th-12th 8am-Noon. Shopping Hours: June 12th 4-7pm, June 13th & 14th 8am-Noon. Find treasures, give what you can, and support a great cause. Every dollar makes a difference in the lives of our youth! Come browse, shop, and share the love. We’d love to see you there!

On May 1st Fr. John Keehner was ordained as the eighth bishop of Sioux City Diocese in an inspiring liturgy with fifteen bishops present, priests from our diocese and from Ohio, deacons and their wives, our seminarians, pews full of guests and his own family members.

For the past few years we as a parish have traditionally celebrated First Holy Communion on the Second and Third Sundays of Easter, at Sacred Heart and St. Malachy.

Join us for a six-week book study on Return by Brandon Vogt, a practical guide for parents and loved ones seeking to bring their children back to the Catholic Church. Together, we’ll explore thoughtful strategies, share experiences, and pray for our loved ones’ return to the faith.