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Is God calling you to a deeper relationship?  St. Patrick-St. Anthony’s RCIA team would like to invite you to Come and See the exciting possibility…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 4/11/2024 Spring Lake Digital Marketing Manager Miscellaneous Full Time Rresponsible for developing, implementing, and managing all digital…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 4/18/2024 Grand Haven Swiss Lathe Programmer Manufacturing Full Time They do mostly CNC Precision work for a…

     Books Books & More Books! The Knights of Columbus Auxiliary is sponsoring an upcoming Book Sale on Friday, April 26, & Saturday, April 27, from 9:00 AM…

Attention: Mitten Catholic will be hosting Young Adult Catholic Speed Dating on Friday, April 26, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Alphonsus in Grand Rapids. Tickets…

Walking With Moms in Need Prayer: May our merciful Lord calm the fears of all expectant mothers, fill them with His peace, and provide for every need.…

Join Us This Spring For A Six-Week Scriptural Exploration “Into His Likeness.” with Dr. Edward Sri    Sessions will be held on Tuesday mornings at 10:00…

Meetings are here in the St. John Bosco Room (143)  on Fridays from 9:00-10:00 a.m.All Recovery Meetings welcome all individuals in the community impacted by…

Survivors of Loss to Suicide Support Group will start meeting again on the first Thursday of every month, at 7:00 p.m., in the St John Bosco…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 4/4/2024 Grand Haven Medical Assistant Medical/Healthcare Full Time A Medical Assistant performs administrative and certain clinical duties…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 3/28/2024 Michigan Construction Supervisor Miscellaneous Full Time Responsible for overseeing and managing construction projects from start to…

2024 Father Charles Irvin Memorial Writing Scholarship FAITH Catholic is pleased once again to sponsor a writing scholarship contest for Catholic high school seniors within…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 3/20/2024 Norton Shores Manufacturing Team Member Manufacturing Full Time Lift’s workpiece manually and secures workpiece in fixture…

Recently, an endeavor to rename our “numbered” meeting rooms and gathering spaces was completed. Each room was given the name of a saint accompanied by…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 2/29/2024 Grand Haven Groundskeeper/Maintenance Miscellaneous Full Time Provide golfers with a unique world-class golf experience, through the…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 3/6/2024 Grand Haven 3rd Shift Grind Operator Manufacturing Full Time A Shim Grind Operator operates shim grind…

JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER Medicaid Nurse Case Manager II Medical Healthcare Full Time Remote Administers processes to coordinate and facilitate comprehensive care for…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 2/8/2024 Michigan Outside Sales Representative Retail/Sales Contract Food processors and automated assembly / manufactures will be your…

This Valentine’s Day marks the beginning of Lent, and what better way to celebrate love than byinvesting in your relationship? Married couples are invited to…

For many years LIA has kept a food fund, specific to its purpose – for food only. Any money given is always spent wholly to…

JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER Site Administrative Coordinator, Ascension Gensys Administration Full Time Provides full time administrative support to USACS System/Site Medical Directors and…

In 2019, Pope Francis established the Sunday of the Word of God to be celebrated each year on the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. As the Holy…

You are invited to join Bishop Walkowiak for the Mass for Life at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 22 at the Cathedral of Saint Andrew, 301 Sheldon…

PRAY TO PROTECT HUMAN LIFE! 9 Days for Life is a novena for the protection of human life. Each day’s intention is accompanied by a short…

On January 22, 1973, the Supreme Court legalized abortion throughout the United States in its companion decisions Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton. Since that time, millions…

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St. Patrick – St. Anthony Parish Wild Game Dinner will be heldJan. 20th, 2024 from 6:30 – 10pm. Doors open at 6:00pm IMPORTANT Updated information…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 1/11/2024 Spring Lake Industrial Maintenance Technician Manufacturing Full Time To assist the Facilities Manager in the maintenance…

Follow Me: Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John Tuesday Morning Bible and Faith Studies Beginning January 9, 2024 10:00 am in Room 142. Experience…

Parish Adult Faith Studies is offering  the Lectio Salvation Series with Dr. Michael Barber         At every Sunday Mass, Catholics confess that  Jesus came down from heaven…

In partnership with St. Edmund’s Sacred Art Institute, we would like to announce an exciting opportunity for artists across the nation: the National Eucharistic Art…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 1/4/2024 1/4/2024 Grand Haven Project Coordinator Administration Full Time Work with customers and sales representatives on new…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 12/28/2023 Grand Haven Assistant Manager – Growing Miscellaneous Full Time Monitor plant growth and quality on a…

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DEADLINE is December 14. MONETARY DONATIONS may be left at the Parish Office orthe Parish Drop Box located in the vestibule near the AdorationChapel entrance.**…

All are welcome to our Christmas Pageant on Friday, Dec. 15, at 6:30 p.m. in Room 142. Fellowship will follow.

Advent by Candlelight will be Friday, Dec. 1, from 7:00-9:00 p.m.Sheri Wohlfert will be our guest speaker this year. Gift Basket Donations needed!! If you,…

Read Fiducia supplicans on the Pastoral Meaning of Blessings Statement from the USCCB WASHINGTON – In response to the Declaration “Fiducia supplicans” issued by the Vatican’s Dicastery for…

Happy (Liturgical) New Year! This weekend we celebrate the beginning of a new liturgical year with the 1st Sunday of Advent. Advent has a twofold…

‘For people with disabilities’ “Let us pray that people with disabilities may be at the center of attention in society, and that institutions offer inclusion…

Join us Nov. 28 in 24-hours of giving by making your donation between 12 a.m. (midnight) and 11:59 p.m.! #GiveCatholicWM Every year since we began…

The procession begins at 5:00 PM atOur Lady of Sorrows101 Hall Street SEGrand Rapids, MI 49507 and ends with the celebration of the Mass with…

Walking with Moms in Need ministry is requesting donations for the Moms room at St Mary’s Parish. Please consider these donations: Infant/toddler winter clothes & boots,…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 11/15/2023 Grand Haven Bookkeeper Administration Part Time Financial Overview Assistance Ottawa Conservation District 11/15/2023 Grand Haven Personal…

Here are the totals for October 2023.  We had 92 client visits representing households totaling 225 individuals.  In October of 2022, we had 77 client visits…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 11/8/2023 Grand Haven Materials Manager Manufacturing Full Time Manage distribution of raw materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies.…

For the PopeWe pray for the Holy Father; as he fulfills his mission, may he continue to accompany the flock entrusted to him, with the…

Join us for lunch and help prevent homelessness on Thursday, November 16, from 11:30 am-1:00 pm at St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish. This fundraiser hosted by…

Register by Dec. 31, 2023 Date: June 28 – 30, 2024Travel: Bus*Lodging: Gender-specific dorms on campusWho: Current 8th – 12th grade studentsCost: $400** *We will…

Sunday, November 12, 12:00 Noon, following the 11:00 a.m. Mass, in Room 148 Donors who have made, or are considering making, a commitment to include…

Volunteers are needed to assist the crafters both Friday and Saturday. Please click on button below to volunteer.

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 11/1/2023 Grand Haven Cleaning – Office Setting Miscellaneous Part Time Janitorial and office cleaning. Enviro-Clean Services, Inc…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 10/26/2023 Spring Lake Transfer Press Operator Manufacturing Full Time Performs necessary quality checks, records information and performs…

Once again our parish will be a drop-off site for Covering the Tri-Cities Coat Drive. The collection box is in the West entrance across from…

APOSTOLIC EXHORTATION LAUDATE DEUM OF THE HOLY FATHER FRANCIS TO ALL PEOPLE OF GOOD WILL ON THE CLIMATE CRISIS On Oct. 4, 2023, the Feast…

Pray with Us! When: Sundays in October, January & May at 5:00 P.M.Who: All are Welcome! Children are encouraged to lead prayers too!  What: A Living Rosary prayed…

With Christopher West & Music by Mike Mangione

Information Sessions in Room 148 Agenda with hospitality

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 10/12/2023 Spring Lake Fireplace Assistant Technician Miscellaneous Full Time Supporting fireplace technicians in the installation and service…

We once again are offering you the opportunity to purchase a Memorial Landscape Brick. These bricks can be purchased in Memory of, In Honor of,…

He will be available after Masses, at the Family Picnic on Sunday, Culver’s next Monday night, and through the week meeting with parishioners and local…

DATE LOCATION JOB TITLE CATEGORY TYPE DESCRIPTION EMPLOYER 10/4/2023 Norton Shores Purchasing Agent Manufacturing Full Time Manage the creation and maintenance of all items for…

Thank you to all that came out to Culver’s Monday night, Sept. 18. We raised $900 for our brothers & sisters in Haiti.

The MOMS group gets together on Thursdays 9:30-11:30 a.m. in Room 143. Childcare is provided. September 2023 October November December January 2024 February March April…

“Let us pray for those people on the margins of society in subhuman living conditions, that they may not be neglected by institutions and never…

As part of the Eucharistic Revival, all Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are expected to be trained in updated diocesan norms for ministry. This is…

Fr. Dan mentioned this book during his homily last weekend, published by Ave Maria Press. (Ave Maria Press has a coupon for 20% off on…

This fall, you’re invited to prayerfully encounter the Word of God anew with a Catholic Biblical School of Michigan (CBSM) class. Starting in September, the…

Our neighbor, Habitat for Humanity, has a new project on Despelder St. They broke ground in August & will request helping hands as needed throughout…

For World Youth Day in Lisbon Let us pray that the World Youth Day in Lisbon will help young people to set out on the…

Preparing for Festival Baked Goods Needed for Sweet Shop We are asking parishioners to contribute to our Huge Sweet Shop Bake Sale at the Festival. Please make…

Here are the totals for July 2023. We had 232 client visits this month representing households totaling 630 individuals. These numbers include the Migrant Ministry numbers through…

Here are the totals for June 2023. We had 95 client visits this month representing households with 252 individuals. In June of 2022, we had 98 client…

The dates of Natural Family Planning Awareness Week highlight the anniversary of the papal encyclical Humanae Vitae (July 25) which articulates Catholic beliefs about human sexuality, conjugal…

On July 14, fifteen parishioners and members of staff joined Fr. Dan on a daytrip to the Blessed Solanus Casey Center & the Cathedral of…

As we approach this year’s World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly (July 30), take a moment to consider this prayer. It is important to…

“Let us pray that Catholics place at the centre of their lives the Eucharistic Celebration, which transforms human relationships profoundly and opens up an encounter…

From June 23-25, 2023, High School Youth from five parishes attended a Steubenville Conference at Franciscan University in Ohio. Students from St. Patrick – St.…

For our sister parish, Sts. Simon and Jude, and for all of Haiti NINE-DAY NOVENA PRAYERS AND ROSARY, Culminating on June 27 with Mass at…

Thank you for signing up for the Solanus Casey pilgrimage. Our trip will depart the St. Patrick’s Church parking lot at 7:00 am on Friday, July…

Our summer adult faith formation series will begin on Tuesday, July 11, at 10:00 a.m. and repeats on Thursday, July 13, at 6:00 p.m. This…

Please note that on Saturday, August 12, Fr. Dan will hear Confessions at 2:30 p.m. and celebrate Mass at 4:00 p.m. so that more people can…

HUGE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALEFriday, August 11th 8-4pmAt St. Patrick – St. Anthony Parish,920 Fulton Ave., Grand Haven Rental  Spaces are 10’ x 20’Cost is $30…

The 10th National Eucharistic Congress will take place next year in Indianapolis from July 17-24, 2024. Next summer, 80,000 Catholics will gather at the feet…

Millions of mothers have watched their children abandon their Catholic faith in a chaotic, stressful and struggling world.  Join other Catholic women who are being called…

The USCCB is inviting Catholics to pray an act of reparation on June 16, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Bishop Walkowiak joins…

“The procession with the Blessed Sacrament…reminds us that we are called to go out and bring Jesus to others. To go out with enthusiasm, bringing…

On Tuesday, June 13, at 7:00 p.m., in honor of our patron, we’ll celebrate the Solemnity of St. Anthony with Daily Mass offered at St.…

Here are the totals for May 2023. We had 106 client visits this month representing households made up of 254 individuals. Last year at this time…

Please pray for our students attending the Steubenville Youth Conference next weekend.

June 10, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Location:Aquinas College Sturrus Sports & Fitness Center1580 Fulton St. E.Grand Rapids, MI 49503 This event will…

On Saturday, June 3 at 10 a.m., during Mass at the Cathedral of Saint Andrew, Bishop David Walkowiak will ordain Deacon Christopher Epplett and Deacon Jacob…

Gathering Space, May 27 to June 4 An extensive collection of photographs and historical records presenting a sampling of ancient and modern Eucharistic Miracles that…

Patronness of Haiti (Feast day June 27) Recited every Wednesday after 8:00 a.m. Mass 1. Behold, O Mother of Perpetual Help, at thy feet a…

The Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops will gather in Rome from Oct. 4 – 29, 2023, to continue dialogue on the theme:…

Every month, we have opprotunities to pray for our sister parish, Sts. Simon & Jude, in Port-au-Prince. Please continue to hold our brothers & sisters…

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We are very grateful to ALL who prayed a Living Rosary in the month of May to honor and seek the intercession of Mary our…

On May 31st, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This feast commemorates the Blessed Mother’s visit to her…

After Sunday Masses on May 21, we will serve a Pancake Breakfast to raise funds and awareness for our sister parish in Haiti. Freewill donations…

On May 7, 2023, our high school graduates were honored at the 11:00 a.m. Mass. Thank you for the faithful commitment of the students, their…

WHO: Diocesan seminarian Nicholas Baker will be ordained to the Order of Deacons. Following ordination, he will continue his studies and is expected to be…

Last weekend, we celebrated First Holy Communion at the 5:00 p.m. Vigil and 9:00 a.m. Sunday Masses. Please continue to pray for these students, their…

This summer, we will visit the Migrant Camps on Sunday afternoons and Wednesday nights. If you would like to participate, please attend our Volunteer Meeting…

This Saturday, May 13, please join Love in Action for “Stamp Out Hunger”, the nation’s largest food collection effort. Donations in the Tri-Cities go directly…

Here are the totals for April 2023.  The data includes the four regular order weeks and the Easter box distribution.  You can see this data broken…

2023 St. Patrick – St. Anthony Parish Festival will be held Aug. 11 & 12We are in need of a few Volunteer Leads for the…

Recently Mary Ellen Murphy from “Good Morning Grand Haven” did a live broadcast from the Feeding America food distribution in our parking lot to talk…

Wednesday, April 19 – Thursday, April 27 The St. Gianna Novena for moms in need begins this Wednesday, April 19. We invite you to pray a special novena with…

As part of the Eucharistic Revival, all Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are expected to be trained in updated diocesan norms for ministry. This is…

Here are the totals for March 2023 for St Patrick’s Food Pantry.  In March of 2023, we served 78 clients representing households with 188 individuals. …

Our St. Patrick-St. Anthony Food Pantries are in need of 40 Hams for Easter Food Baskets by April 4. Please drop off all donations to…

From the Diocese of Grand Rapids: March 27, 2023 Deadly tornadoes devastated parts of Mississippi and neighboring states this past weekend, killing at least 26.…

Our Food Pantry is collecting items for Easter baskets for our local families in need. Monetary donations can be left at the parish office or…

What does it mean for a person to be consecrated to St. Joseph? Well, it basically means that you acknowledge that he is your spiritual…

In February, 2023, We had 66 client visits representing households totaling 154 individuals.  Last year in February, we had 51 client visits with households made up…

On March 13, Pope Francis will be celebrating ten years of his pontificate. To highlight this milestone anniversary in a “viral” manner, the Digital Synod…

Thank you to all that attended the Feast Day Celebration of St. Patrick! It was a fun night and lots to celebrate.A very special thank…

We will celebrate the Solemnity of St. Patrick, on Friday, March 17, with Masses at 8:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

As the world marks the somber one-year anniversary on Feb. 24 of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops…

The beginning of each Lenten season comes with it a change in tone in our Liturgies. The place where this is most apparent is in…

Beginning Monday, February 20, 2023 at 7:00 pm in Room 142Cost: $15 for book Join us as we begin our 6-week journey to Marian Consecration             …

Many thanks to our neighbors at Wesco on Mercury Drive. For the second year in a row, they chose our Food Pantries as the recipient…

In January, 2023, we had 111 client visits in January representing households with 292 individuals.  In January of 2022, we had 50 client visits representing…

Resources National Marriage Week offers helpful ideas for building up your marriage, recommended reading, supporting marriage in the community, and much more. There’s also a listing…

10 yrs./4th grade and older. Training to be held in the Church. February 6-10. Scheduled not to conflict with Faith Formation sessions. Please register with…

Immerse Retreat Registration Join us for our high school spring retreat – Immersed! What have you been immersed in?  What are you immersed in right…

Our Director of Music and Liturgy is reaching out to the Parish, searching for those who have experience with Audio Equipment, in particular Mixing Boards…

Find out how you can help pregnant and parenting moms in your community! Join USCCB staff to learn about this exciting initiative and how you…

Please prayerfully consider our brothers and sisters in Haiti, who are living amidst the chaos of violence and poverty. Here is an account of what…

Thank you to all the volunteers and all that attended the St. Patrick – St. Anthony Wild Game Dinner. Special Thank you to all our…

We have thirteen men who have said “yes” to follow God on this journey of prayer, asceticism and fraternity for 90 days, ending on Saturday,…

Apply by February 1, 2024 Did you know there are St. Patrick – St. Anthony Parish Scholarships available through funds of the Grand Haven Area…

In 2019, Pope Francis established the Sunday of the Word of God to be celebrated each year on the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. As…

This four-session series is a comprehensive exploration of the mystery of dying, death, and everlasting life. Each session approaches the subject from a Catholic perspective,…

Saturday, January 7, 2023 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Family Center             Our Heavenly Craftsman; God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit invite all men of…

In December 2022, we had 134 client visits representing 399 individuals. This number includes our Christmas Boxes that we distributed on December 20.

The Bible in a Year In The Bible in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz guides you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes. Using an exclusive…

Do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased. It’s time again to prepare for our Christmas…

Behold the Mystery: A Diocesan Evening of Adoration in Parishes Eucharistic Revival Holy Hour, Tues., Dec 13, 7:00-8:00 PM. Our usual Mass on Tuesday evenings…

DTE is sponsoring an event on Thursday, Dec. 15 at Four Pointes for persons 60 years old and older. There are only 120 spots available!…

Guidelines for cold and flu season: Wherever two or more people gather, some sharing of germs is inevitable. When Catholics gather in Jesus’ name to…

Fr. Chuck Schwartz & the Parish Staff wish all of our parishioners and their extended families a Happy Thanksgiving! Our Parish Office will be closed…

With firm faith and hope in our Lord Jesus Christ and His resurrection, I write to inform you of the death of my father, John…

St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish will host Men’s Fellowship and Faith Breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in the  Family Center.          Saturday, February 10, 2024. Guest Presenter: …

With many prayers of thanksgiving we thank Joan Blasky & Adele Croft for their years of service managing the Adoration Chapel. We are grateful for…

We hosted Soup for All on November 18. Thank you to all of the volunteers and participants for this wonderful event.

St. Patrick’s Food Pantry is now collecting donations for our annual Thanksgiving Food Basket drive.  Please see the bulletin insert for a list of items…

Wednesday Mornings at 6:30-7:30 a.m. in Room 142 Please join us for transformation, friendship, and fraternity! 

Dates: October 31– November 8Where: St. Patrick’s-St. Anthony, we will be praying in the church.When: Doors open 7:00 a.m., we will begin promptly at 7:30…

The Steubenville Conference is a retreat weekend away on campus at Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio. We will be partnering with several parishes on…

 A single rosary for life will also be prayed on Monday, November 7, at 7:30 p.m. here in the Church. This is another opportunity to…

The Diocese of Grand Rapids has been notified that the Michigan Catholic Tribune, a newspaper purporting itself to be Catholic, is being mailed to parishioners…

“The Pope, the Environmental Crisis and Frontline Leaders”

Thursday, Sept. 29, from 7:00-8:30 p.m., Room 142 Proposal 3 is deadly and deceptive: If passed it would usher in death for generations. The Catholic Church…

TriCities Right To Life invites you to gather in the parish’s west parking lot in order to form a human chain of silent prayer and…

Sunday, Oct. 2, 3:30 p.m. We invite you to bring your pets for a Blessing on Sunday, October 2, in anticipation of the feast ofSt. Francis of Assisi. At…

This amazing ministry makes a difference in the lives of the families who are going through the difficult process of saying goodbye to a loved…

Sessions will be Saturdays, November 5, 12, 19 at 9:00 am in Room 142. If you plan to get married, contact Tony Allen at 616-842-0001…

Wednesday mornings, 6:30-7:30 AM in Room 142-143 Sept. 14 – Group discussion/sharing on the question ‘Why do I go to Mass? Upcoming Discussions on the lives of…

As we wrap up the season, I wanted to provide you all with a quick update. This summer alone, we’ve served 633 hygiene packs and…

The MOMS group gets together on most Thursdays, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in Room 143. Meetings run from September 8-May 25.

Exhibit on display October 6–9 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Holland Jesus Christ is truly present in the Eucharist, and occasionally…

Together with your families, the Church in the Diocese of Grand Rapids honors the faithful witness to your vocation of marriage and wishes to celebrate…

Join the Grand Rapids Diocesan Council of Catholic Women for their fall seminar, Come as You Are, onSaturday, Oct. 22 at St. Jude Parish, 1120…

Our annual Family Picnic with a kickball game will take place on Sunday, August 21, from 3:30-6:00 PM, at Rycenga Park.

St Patrick’s Food Pantry had another busy month during July.  We served 107 clients representing households totaling 406 individuals.  For comparison, in July of 2021,…

Join us for an examination of six followers of Christ who made a difference in the Church and in the world. We will look at…

Are you searching for a place to call home? Is God calling you to a deeper relationship? Are you interested in exploring the possibility of becoming Catholic?…

Last weekend, after Mass, we provided a taco dinner for the migrants. This was a wonderful time of fellowship, and the migrants were extremely grateful!…

Our ministry to migrant workers has grown to 4 times what it was just 3 years ago. Due to current market conditions, we are unable…

The Migrant Ministry will officially be kicking off next week! St. Patrick – St. Anthony’s will be hosting a meeting for all volunteers who are interested…

St. Anthony Novena (June 4 to June 12 for June 13 Feast Day) O holy St. Anthony, you are known for the power and abundance…

Join the Parish for a Whitecaps Baseball Game, Thursday, June 30 Whitecaps vs. Fort Wayne TinCaps 6:35 Game Time @ LMCU Ballpark (4500 West River…

The celebration of the Solemnity of Pentecost concludes the Easter Season and is a good time to pray for a deepening indwelling of the Holy…

Here in the Diocese of Grand Rapids, and in many Dioceses, the Ascension of the Lord is transferred to Sunday, May 29. This means that…

Next weekend, May 28-29, we are happy to welcome Fr. Roosevelt from our sister parish, Sts. Simon and Jude Parish, in Haiti. We look forward to being…

The Diocese of Grand Rapids’ Office of Communications issues the following statement from Most Reverend David J. Walkowiak, bishop of Grand Rapids, following the mass…

As you know, we’ve had an increase in Christian Service requests to help those in need. So we are especially grateful to announce that we have…

Women, are you wanting to start or further add to your families Pentecost traditions? If so please join other women at St. Anthony’s Chapel next Saturday,…

Men of the parish and their wives are invited to a FREE evening dinner on Thursday, May 19, to hear Deacon Jerry Roersma, Director of Diaconate Formation for the…

The Diocese of Grand Rapids’ Office of Communications issues the following statement from Most Reverend David J. Walkowiak, bishop of Grand Rapids, in response to…

We have several opportunities to help our ministry for visiitng migrants this season. From visiting camps to helping with Sunday Mass, we have many options.…

Parish Family, Thank you so much for your generous donation to our Steubenville Youth Conference Trip with our envelope fundraiser. Please keep us in your…

The Catholic Information Center and the Diocese are again co-sponsoring two leadership institutes this summer. Enrollment is open for both the Young Adult Leadership Institute and…

We’ve Joined the JP2 Project Newman Partners!  The JP2 Project offers holistic formation programs for young adults, in the example and teachings of St. John…

By Tony Allen, Director of Faith Formation and Evangelization For whom do you seek? Many people first find Christ because they seek something from him—hope,…

Children are such a blessing. But being the best parent you can be takes effort and thought. The Love and Logic series aims to help…

Saturday, January 7, at St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish More details to follow.

Walking with Moms in Need (WWMIN) is a parish ministry initiative to better serve pregnant and parenting mothers in the Tri-Cities Area. The WWMIN Mom’s…

Women’s Bible Study meets on Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. We will start a new study on “Prayer: Finding Intimacy With God,” beginning March 9 (the…

Join us on Saturday, March 12 for our monthly men’s breakfast at 8:00 a.m.

Join us for a beautiful sung Rosary that reflects on the Scripture of the Joyful Mysteries. Presented by the Music Ministry, all are welcome to…

SAVE THE DATE Dinner, live music by Jedi Mind Trip, dancing, gaming tables, 50/50 raffle, and car raffle! For information and ticket reservations contact champs@slstm.org.

Tuesdays, 10:00 am, Senior Bible Study “The End” A study of the Book of Revelations with Dr. Scott Hahn Wednesdays, 6:30 am Men’s Faith Sharing…

Do you enjoy sitting at the reception desk, meeting people, helping them find their way & helping with parish tasks? We are looking for volunteers…

Our Feast Day celebration of our Patron St. Patrick will be held on Saturday, March 12 in the Family Center. Your whole family is invited. Doors…

Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. – Martin Luther King Jr. On…

The Nativity camel that was missing last year has returned! The camel is now stored safely with our Nativity scene to recover from his safe…

Watch this short YouTube film to hear the Pope’s prayer for those living with depression, and the loved ones who are walking alongside.

Hear the voice which announces His Glory! Children of the parish perform during dress rehearsal last Tuesday night with director Chrystal Bisonet.The Children’s Christmas Pageant…

We have new books in our pews, and they are out a little earlier than they are supposed to be. (Don’t tell anyone). This year…

MY FLESH FOR THE LIFE OF THE WORLD Mission “I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live…

During cold and flu season, each of us has the responsibility of taking precautions to prevent the spread of illnesses. Guidance for staying healthy during…

Would you, your ministry, your family, or your prayer pal be willing to host Coffee & Donuts? The donuts are delivered. Before Mass, donuts, coffee…

What is your experience with the Catholic Church? Bishop Walkowiak and our parish want to hear from you, both practicing Catholics and yes, individuals who…

Attend virtual event & find the best fit for your children On Tuesday, Dec. 28 from 12:30-1:00 p.m., Admissions Advocates from the Diocese of Grand…

Dear Friends in Christ, Thank you for your generous donations and continued support over the past year! I’m pleased to announce, during the 2021 season,…

Last Monday, our Facilities Team (John, Bob & Rusty) & Bob Wassick set up our Nativity on US31. Thank you to all who helped. (And…

Students decorated bags and packed 32 sack suppers for Kid’s Food Basket of Muskegon. They also designed thank you cards to parishioners, Madelynn Streng (Air Force)…

The Men’s Singing Group sang at Mass on Nov. 21. Thank you to all who participated in this new ministry. We look forward to hearing…

Spread the love of God AGAIN this Christmas to children around the world who are in great need! Build a gift box for a child online for $25.00. You can…

Last weekend, the Young Adult Ministry visited the Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist for a day of service. Projects included land maintenance, harvesting, farm chores,…

Thank you to all our Lead Volunteers and other volunteers that filled in the gaps. To all of the Parishioners and guests that came out and  supported the 2021 St. Patrick…

The Wild Game Dinner Committee would like thank all those who participated in our event this past Saturday. It was one of the first events we were able to have at…

(Part 1 of 4) What sort of person do we desire to become if we call ourselves Catholic? Are we comfortable doing the bare minimum…

Over the past year, many churches have stopped meeting in person or have restricted the number of worshipers allowed to gather for any one service.…

This past Sunday’s Gospel reading could have been written exactly for the current times. In John chapter 14 we hear directly from Jesus, “Do not…

There is big money, power and control in spreading fear. It seems that for a long, long time, everyone and everything is and has been…

Dear Friends, As we journey through holy week, especially the Triduum, I would like to share five spiritual truths that will hopefully help us as…

When:  Thursday evenings Sept. 30 to Nov. 11, 8:15-10 p.m. EST on Zoom (TEN HOURS+ of support!) Who can attend: Any young adult (18+) or…

This is a call to you all to try something new, to step out of your comfort zone and be a role model to others.…

I would like to introduce “Our Sacred Journey-Faith Growth Groups,” formerly known as “Book Clubs.” We know some of these groups are still meeting and…

I don’t always suffer from tunnel vision but sometimes I can be stubborn. I can just see my wife’s reaction to that statement; the infamous…

Thank you to the 5th & 6th Grade Students in Middle School Ministry who gathered to celebrate Halloween & All Saints Day.

Thank you to all of the families, cats, dogs, bunnies and other households who attended the Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021.…

Thank you for the High School Students who shared their family’s loved one for the Dia de los Muertos Celebration.

Last night, October 14, 18 men from the parish came together to begin a new journey, building the foundations of what will become a St.…

Many thanks to our Arts & Environment group who worked hard to repot our plants in the Gathering Space. The plants had outgrown their pots…

Thank you to Madonna White for setting up her beautiful Rosary Tree to share the blessings of praying the Rosary with parishioners.

The current state of world events has challenged practically every person on earth to understand and relate to their daily habits, customs, rituals and activities…

“Repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God,” Is the closing statement of Jesus in today’s Gospel. As Christians,…

Spring Campaign – Grand Rapids Through the power of prayer and a peaceful presence in front of abortion facilities, the international 40 Days for Life…