Invite One Back

Posted by Holly Sanders on 3/12/25

Published 3-16-25 bulletin

FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Are you ready to embark on a journey this Lent?

Since I arrived in Wentzville on August 1st, I’ve had a lot of time to pray about St. Patrick Parish and her role as part of the ... Read More »

The Power of Silence

Posted by Holly Sanders on 3/03/25

Published 3-9-25 bulletin

FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

The words from Sirach:

"When a sieve is shaken, the husks appear; so do one’s faults when one speaks” really spoke to me very deeply. I think that many of us let ourselves “off the hook,” so ... Read More »

A Thriving Future

Posted by Holly Sanders on 3/03/25

Published 3-2-25 bulletin

FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, There are so many great things going on around St. Patrick Parish that I’m not sure where to begin! First, on Friday, February 21, we closed on the MFA property at the corner of South Church Street ... Read More »

Reflections on Faith and Community Transitions

Posted by Holly Sanders on 2/24/25

Published 2-23-25 bulletin

FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Lent is fast approaching, with Ash Wednesday on March 5th. This season invites us to deepen our prayer and reflect on life's fundamental questions: Is God real? Why did God create me? How can I have a personal ... Read More »

Embracing the Light: A Reflection on Spring and Creation

Posted by Holly Sanders on 2/10/25

Published 2-16-25 bulletin

FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Who else is ready for Spring? After the 5 p.m. Mass on Sunday night, I looked at the sky as I walked across the parking lot to the rectory and thought to myself, “It's still light outside. ... Read More »

Fostering Hope and Discipleship

Posted by Holly Sanders on 1/21/25

Published 1-26-25

FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

As the new year is well underway, I want to share some thoughts about my experience at St. Patrick, nearly six months into my assignment.

First, I want to share that I’m comfortable with being self-deprecating, often laughing ... Read More »

2024 was a Momentous Year

Posted by Holly Sanders on 1/17/25

Published 1-16-25 via Flocknote

FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

2024 was a momentous year for our parish community, as we thanked God for the nine years of Fr. Fischer’s spiritual fatherhood and leadership; he beautifully shepherded this Christ-centered community of faith during that time. Naturally, ... Read More »

Christmas Meditation

Posted by Holly Sanders on 12/29/24

Published 12-29-24

FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

I came across this really beautiful meditation for Christmas. When you read it, I encourage you to do exactly what the meditation offers, a loving and personal encounter with our Lord!

"As I put out the manger scene ... Read More »

Holiday Greetings!

Posted by Holly Sanders on 12/18/24

Published 12-22-24

FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

How is it possible that it’s almost Christmas? What a year it has been!Personally, this has been quite a year. When the year began in January, I was living in Jefferson Coun-ty, shepherding two parishes, St. Joseph and ... Read More »

Start of Liturgical Year

Posted by Holly Sanders on 12/02/24

Published 12-01-24

FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

I love this time of year! After celebrating All Saints and All Souls Day, we move into Thanksgiving and then Advent, the start of the liturgical year. It's a beautiful season to reflect on the Incarnation of our ... Read More »