From Father Varghese’s Desk

Warm greetings to everyone! We extend a sincere and heartfelt welcome to our cherished Catholic community, place where faith, love, and fellowship thrive. In the warm embrace of our parish, we find comfort in the teachings of Christ, joy in worship, and strength in the bonds of our spiritual family. Together, we walk on this journey of faith, guided by the light of God’s love and the wisdom of our shared beliefs. As we gather for prayer and celebration, may our hearts remain open to the grace that surrounds us, and may our shared devotion strengthen our connection to the Divine.

Let this new bulletin serve as source of information, inspiration, and a reminder of the enduring spirit that unites us. With love and a sense of community, we welcome new faces and familiar friends alike. May our shared commitment to faith, service, and compassion continue to enrich the tapes try of our parish life. If you’re visiting and feel called to join our parish family, we would love to welcome you. Please consider registering in person at our church office.

All Saints’ Day honors the saints in heaven, those who have played vital roles in the history of Christianity. Tracing its roots back to the 4th century, All Saints’ Day was formally established by Pope Gregory III as a day to celebrate all saints. This holy day remains one of reverence, uniting Christians in solemn remembrance of the saints who have shaped Christian history and spirituality. Our Masses for All Saints’ Day, a holy day of obligation, will be celebrated on Thursday, October 31 at 7:00 PM and Friday, November 1 at 8:00 AM.

All Souls’ Day commemorates the souls in purgatory. The Church teaches that the souls undergoing purification can be aided by the prayers and actions of the faithful here on earth. The theological basis for this feast rests in the doctrine that souls not fully cleansed from venial sins or past transgressions are barred from the Beatific Vision. The faithful can assist these souls through prayers, alms, good deeds, and especially the Holy Mass. All Souls’ envelopes will be placed on the altar throughout November, honoring our departed loved ones whose names are inscribed. We will pray for them at all Masses during the month, and names listed in the “Book of Remembrance” will also be included in our prayers of the faithful.

Finally, don’t forget that Daylight Savings Time ends on Saturday, November 2, so be sure to set your clocks back one hour that evening. May God continue to guide and protect His Church.

May we remain faithful to Him and His Church until the end. May God bless our faith-filled community at Mary Mother of Mankind. Amen.

Have a Good Week and God Bless

Father Varghese


Parish News & Events

Snow Flake Bazaar

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Calling all Bakers!

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Mass Schedule for the Week

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Questions of the Week

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Congratulations 20 Week Club Winners

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Offertory Reports

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20 Week Club Dinner Dance

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Prayer Chain

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Reflection by Rev. Leonard N. Peterson

October 27, 2024 – 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time Reflection by Rev. Leonard N. Peterson For a while the watchword was simple: “Don’t leave home without your cell phone.” But now there is a codicil: “You’ll need your GPS.” The letters stand for “Global Positioning System” a once military property ...