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 »

St. Patrick "Buy In"

Posted by Holly Sanders on 3/19/25

Published 3-23-25 bulletin

FR. DAN SHAUGHNESSY

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

How does one begin to say “Thank you?” Watching so many of you at St. Patrick Parish step up and volunteer to shepherd this community through a Fish Fry on Friday and the Corned Beef and Cabbage ... Read More »

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 »