My Dear Parishioners: God gave Israel manna, “bread from heaven,” throughout their 40 years of wandering in the desert. Naturalists and historians still puzzle over what sort of substance this might have been. Its very name is based on the Hebrew of the question, “What is this?” In a way, the term “manna” could be…
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August 1 – Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time
From the Pastor, Father John M. Thomas: My Dear Parishioners: Greetings of peace and joy to you as we commemorate the resurrection of our Lord! This weekend we begin what is called, “The Bread of Life Discourse’. It is from the Gospel of John, chapter 6. Jesus offers extensive instruction and encouragement concerning what we…
July 25 – Seventeenth Sunday of Ordinary Time
From our Pastor, Father John M. Thomas: My Dear Parishioners: It is hard to believe, but summer vacation will soon be ending. Our first day of school in Owensboro is Wednesday, August 11 (WOW!). Our parish community is blessed to have a school as part of our life. However, with this blessing comes great responsibility.…
July 18 – Sixteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time
From our Parochial Vicar, Fr. Sinoj Pynadath: We have a new shepherd: We have welcomed Fr. John Thomas into our midst. Let us thank and praise God for His providence and guidance through our shepherds. Being grateful to all our pastors in the past let us open our hearts to our new pastor, encourage him,…
July 11 – Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – A Message from Father John Thomas
From our Pastor, Father John Thomas My Dear Parishioners: Hello to you before I arrive as your pastor. I first want to tell you that since Bishop Medley called me to this transfer, I have fervently prayed for you, your families, the parishes of Holy Spirit, Bowling Green and St. Stephen Cathedral, Fr. Jerry Riney,…
July 4 – Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
From our Parish Administrator, Father Sinoj Pynadath: Happy Independence Day! As we celebrate freedom and national integration of our nation, I wish you all happiness and joy of the Day! Let us thank and praise God for the USA, for all the goodness we experience as citizens of this country. Let us be grateful to…
June 27 – Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
From our Parish Administrator, Father Sinoj Pynadath: God’s design is wholesome! Our faith shall help us to have a wholesome understanding of the reality of the world and life. The two miracles in the Gospel this Sunday – healing of a woman who suffered from a chronic bleeding disease and raising Jairus’ daughter from death – reveal…
Grace Marriage 2021-2022
What is Grace Marriage? Grace Marriage is an ongoing, parish-based, small group approach to marriage enrichment. This exciting ministry designed to enrich, protect, and grow your marriage! Using Biblical, grace-based materials, you will have time to talk with your spouse and explore ways to enrich your relationship. Our marriage ministry is an intentional commitment to…
June 20, 2021 – Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
From Father Sinoj Pynadath: Happy Father’s Day! While a mother’s love and sacrifice have been recognized and hailed by many literary and social expressions, a father’s role and importance in our lives have been found to receive comparatively less voice and glamour. Our fathers take up struggles and pains without visible tears. They stand as…
June 12, 2021 – Eleventh Sunday of Ordinary Time
From Father Jerry Riney: Congratulations to Debbie Osborne! Last weekend on the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ, Debbie Osborne, wife of Tommy Osborne, received the Sacrament of Confirmation. Debbie has been coming to the Catholic Church for many many years, and was part of the RCIA this past year. The whole community…