Around the Parish – June 22, 2025
Corpus Christi Sunday
This weekend, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ—Corpus Christi. This feast invites us to reflect on the incredible gift of the Eucharist, the true presence of Jesus—Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity—given to us at every Mass. The Eucharist is the source and summit of our faith, the nourishment that strengthens us to go forth and live as disciples. May today renew our reverence for the Blessed Sacrament and deepen our love for Jesus present in the tabernacle and on the altar.
New Bulletin Provider—Support Our Sponsors!
Last week, we introduced our new bulletin provider and the updated layout you now see each weekend. As a continuation of that exciting change, we’re also happy to offer a new way for parishioners to support the bulletin: memorial listings on the back page. These can be made in honor or memory of a loved one and are a beautiful way to keep their name present in our parish community.
In addition to traditional business advertising, these memorials can be updated throughout the year—up to six times—so you can remember different loved ones at various seasons. Be sure to check the back of this weekend’s bulletin to see examples.
As always, the bulletin remains free to our parish thanks to the generosity of these sponsors and memorial donors. Please support the businesses you see featured, and let them know you saw their ad in our bulletin!
70th Anniversary Directory
We are still taking reservations for our special 70th Anniversary Parish Directory! Please don’t wait—we want every household in the parish included. It won’t be complete without you! Sign up today in the main vestibule of the church.
Sacred Saturday – July 12
Our last Sacred Saturday was a wonderful morning of prayer, fellowship, and reflection—many left feeling renewed in faith and community! Don’t miss our next gathering on Saturday, July 12.
We’ll begin with Mass at 9:00 AM, followed by breakfast and a special presentation from Ed Condon, co-founder and editor of The Pillar Catholic. Ed is a canon lawyer and respected Catholic journalist who brings a deep love for the Church and a unique perspective on the life of faith in today’s world. His insight and wit promise to make this a morning you won’t forget!
Please register so we can plan for food and seating—sign-up information is available in the vestibule, in this bulletin, and on our parish website.
Come be inspired, encouraged, and nourished—body and soul!
300 Club
We’re in the home stretch! Fewer than 100 tickets remain for our 300 Club raffle. Help us reach our goal by securing your ticket today. The first drawing will be held on July 15—don’t miss out!
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School is just around the corner! If your child would like to join the fun, please register as soon as possible so we can be sure to have a T-shirt for every participant. Forms are available at the church entrances and on our website. There is no cost to participate—all are welcome!
Emmaus Priest Convocation
This week, I will be attending the annual Emmaus Convocation at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe along with all the priests of the Diocese of Erie. This gathering is an important time for us to grow in fraternity, receive ongoing formation, and be spiritually renewed in our vocation. Because all diocesan priests are expected to be present, there will be no weekday Masses celebrated here in the parish. Thank you for your understanding and please keep all of us in your prayers.
A few thoughts for your week:
Start your day with prayer, not because God needs it, but because you do. Faith grows when it’s exercised. Take one small step this week—attend daily Mass, pray the Rosary, visit the Blessed Sacrament, or read a chapter of the Gospels. Let your faith be active .
Pax et Bonum, Fr. Andy
The Power and Tradition of Mass Intentions

The Mass is considered the greatest prayer of intercession in the Church. This is because it is the perfect offering of Christ to the Father, making present the Paschal Mystery of His death and resurrection. Traditionally, a Priest may be requested to offer a Mass for a specific intention, even if the requester cannot be physically present.
Offering Masses for the Deceased:
Having a Mass offered for a deceased person is an ancient and commendable practice. A Mass is offered to pray for the departed, that they may find peace in heaven. Since each Mass holds infinite value, requesting one or several Masses is of tremendous benefit to the person prayed for, as well as their family, who can take comfort in knowing that their intention is united with the prayers of the Church.
The Mass: Center of Christian Life:
Every Mass is a precious gift from God. It is the center of the Church’s life, known as “the source and summit of the Christian life,” because in the celebration of the Mass, we are brought back to Jesus’ Last Supper, the first Mass. We consciously recall the love of God poured out for us through the life, death, and resurrection of His only Son, Jesus Christ. At each Mass, all the intentions of God’s people, both living and deceased, are included. As Pope Paul VI noted in his motu proprio “Firma in Traditione,” the faithful, moved by an ecclesial and religious sense, join their own sacrifices to the Eucharistic sacrifice, participating more intensely and supporting the Church’s needs, especially its ministers.
Requesting a Mass Intention:
Anyone may request a Mass Intention for a living person, a deceased person, members of a family, or a special intention appropriate to the celebration of the Eucharist, such as World Peace, Vocations, or Respect for Life. The Church allows only one intention per Mass.
Offering a Mass Stipend:
The normal stipend offering for a Mass is $10. However, a Mass Offering can be more or less than the suggested amount, depending on the financial position of the person requesting the Mass. Envelopes for Mass intention requests are available at the entrances of the church. These envelopes can be placed in the collection basket or returned to the parish office. The requester may also ask for a card to be sent to notify someone that a Mass Intention has been requested (one card per intention). Please note that the name of the person(s) requesting the Mass is not announced.