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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…

Updated: April 1, 2020 As we encounter free resources to help us pray together while distant, we will share them here for you. Check back for updates! Holy Week Holy Week at Home is a resource…

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:…

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 FOR MARCH 23 Bishop…

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…

Our next Metal for Meals drive to benefit our food pantry will be October 4–5: Friday 6–8 p.m. and Saturday 8:30 a.m.–noon. A dumpster will be in our parking lot to receive scrap metal or…