Have you ever questioned Catholic teaching on Mary?  Have you wondered why the Church teaches that Mary was a lifetime virgin?  Why do we call Mary Queen of Heaven and Earth?  Why do Catholics revere Mary?  What is the biblical justification for any of this?  If so, this is the…

Dedicated recyclers may have been dismayed recently to notice the disappearance of the two paper and cardboard recycling bins from the northwest parking lot. But don’t worry: the St. Patrick Parish isn’t abandoning its long-standing effort to reduce the amount of waste that heads to landfills. We’re awaiting replacement bins,…

Our parishioners know how hot the church building can become during the peak summer months. Usually electric fans are used for air flow but this may not be the best option due to the release of respiratory droplets from each individual. We are also concerned about people’s comfort as facial…

Father Gurnick sends a special blessing as we honor our fathers (or others that parent us), living and deceased, this Sunday, June 21st:  Masses (following our previously communicated re-opening safety protocols) will be at 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 8:30 and 11:30 a.m. Sunday.   Happy Father’s Day to all of the pillars…