It fills me with joy to say that our first ever Feeding Hunger, Filling Hearts event for Ash Wednesday raised over a record-breaking $12,000 for the Immokalee-based Guadalupe Social Services. That number will be even higher based on the support from groups like Pelican Sound, the Ladies of Charity, and…
Our bulletin front-page story this week continues the build-up to one of the most exciting, fun-filled events in our Parish Calendar, the Parish Picnic. I want to ensure everyone feels welcome at our Parish Picnic. The Men’s Club does a wonderful job in providing food, we have drinks for all…
In our continued efforts to invigorate Saint John programs and events, especially to create a joyous, inclusive, and engaging environment, we have been blessed with many staff members that embody those traits that our Holy Father calls “the Church as a Mother”. Our latest hire will be bringing her enthusiasm…
After several weeks of preparation, 57 children received the Sacrament of Reconciliation during a very special ceremony at St. John on Wednesday, January 22. Their catechists worked hard to make sure that they were all well prepared. The children were relieved when Fr. John assured them that the priests would…
We have received our official notice that Saint John was able to reach and then exceed our Catholic Faith Appeal Goal for 2014, the largest goal in the Diocese. This is amazing news and I am so grateful to our Parish Family for their continued support of our community. This…
