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May 20, 2020 Dear Parishioner, Now that the Bishop has informed us that we will be able to resume Masses starting on May 29th, I wanted to send a letter which outlines how this will occur…

THIS PAGE WILL BE UPDATED AS NEW INFORMATION BECOMES AVAILABLE Please pray for those who are suffering and those who have died from the virus, as well as their families! UPDATE—MAY 23, 2020 St. Mary's…

Updated: April 30, 2020 As we encounter free resources to help us pray together while distant, we will share them here for you. Check back for updates! Daily Prayer and Liturgy of the Hours Spiritual…

Bishop Walkowiak has weighed feedback from parishes and given further consideration to the ability of our churches to ensure safe distribution of blessed palms for Palm Sunday this year. Consistent with other liturgical restrictions and…

You may have heard the term spiritual communion used frequently in recent weeks. This term means that through our prayers we express our relationship with Christ and our desire for a deeper union with him.…

Dear parishioners, I would much prefer having a face-to-face conversation regarding this topic, but the circumstances surrounding the COVID‑19 pandemic have taken everyone into uncharted territory in their daily lives, and that includes pastors. I’ve…

Here is the current situation regarding the three major health care systems in West Michigan and their policies regarding access of priests to Catholics in their facilities…. A message from Bishop Walkowiak, March 25, 2020:…

You talk to people. Remind fellow parishioners that—even though we aren’t able to celebrate Sunday Masses for the time being—everyone can stay connected with our parish and receive news, updates, messages, and more. The COVID-19…

Preventing the spread of illness during cold and flu season:During cold and flu season, and in general throughout the year, please follow these basic guidelines to help prevent the spread of illness in our parish:…

Living in Michigan, we can count on severe weather at least a couple of times a year. Rather than assume that we are (or are not) cancelling an event, make yourself familiar with St. Mary's…