From the Desk
Reflecting on the Election of Pope Leo XIV: A Turning Point for Catholics
Posted by Holly Sanders on 6/02/25
Published 6-1-25 bulletin
FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Over the last two weeks, celebrating the election of Pope Leo XIV to the See of Peter on May 8, 2025, I have had a lot of time to pray with this turning point in the history ... Read More »
Letter to Diognetus
Posted by Holly Sanders on 5/20/25
Published 5-25-25 bulletin
FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
As a priest, I really love praying the Divine Office. Each day, as part of that, we priests and Consecrated Religious pray the Office of Readings, beautiful excerpts from Sacred Scripture and esteemed spiritual writers. One of ... Read More »
Habemus Papam! Pope Leo XIV
Posted by Holly Sanders on 5/15/25
Published 5-18-25 bulletin
FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I don’t know about all of you but I am following everything that Pope LEO XIV says with great attention. And that at-tention has been leading to a whole lot of joy for me personally! Within this ... Read More »
A Time of Transition
Posted by Holly Sanders on 5/15/25
Published 5-11-25 bulletin
FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
As we stand on the threshold of a profound moment in our faith journey, we prepare to welcome a new Holy Father following the passing of Pope Francis into eternal life during the sacred Octave of Easter. ... Read More »
Significant Progress!
Posted by Holly Sanders on 5/05/25
Published 5-04-25 bulletin
FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
As we bask in the blessings of the Easter season following the Easter Triduum, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your unwavering support over the past year. Our parish thrives because ... Read More »
Thank You for Your Commitment
Posted by Holly Sanders on 5/05/25
Published 4-27-25 bulletin
FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
As your pastor, I am grateful for the opportunity to connect with you and share some thoughts about our community's future. Each day, I am reminded of the incredible spirit that defines St. Patrick Parish—a spirit rooted ... Read More »
Alleluia! He is risen!
Posted by Holly Sanders on 4/14/25
Published 4-20-25 bulletin
FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Alleluia! He is risen! “I rose up and am still with Thee.” After His labors and humiliations, Christ finds rest with His Father. "I am still with Thee." This is perfect beatitude. Through His cross, He has ... Read More »
All Belong To You
Posted by Holly Sanders on 4/07/25
Published 4-13-25 bulletin
FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
At a priest’s diaconal ordination, he makes a promise to pray the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) for the rest of his earthly life. He celebrates his commitment to this beautiful liturgy/prayer of the Church at ... Read More »
In Silence, Mercy Speaks
Posted by Holly Sanders on 4/07/25
Published 4-6-25 bulletin
FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
In preparing for this weekend’s Gospel, I came across a beautiful meditation about the “Woman Caught in Adultery.” This reflection highlights the profound differences between Jesus’ conversations and his parables. While parables are often figurative and broad, ... Read More »
Say Only Good Things
Posted by Holly Sanders on 3/27/25
Published 3-30-25 bulletin
FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I came across a really beautiful meditation that I’d like to share from a young priest:"When I joined the seminary back in 2007, and rejoined in 2009, the community came together each morning and evening to pray ... Read More »