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July 7, 2024
What a great summer it has been! Because the schedule is lighter, I have more time for home visits and blessings. I really enjoy these...
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Jul 2, 20242 min read
June 30, 2024
As part of the last Catholic generation to remember what it was like before Vatican II, I never learned how to pray from the heart. I...
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Jun 27, 20242 min read
6/30/2024
Many blessings on your 4th of July travels and plans. For those still in town we will still have Mass at both Sacred Heart (8am) and St....
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Jun 27, 20243 min read


6/23/24 Deacon's Corner
In the Gospel today, Jesus is in a boat with the apostles crossing the Sea of Galilee. It’s a trip they often make. Suddenly, a raging...
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Jun 24, 20242 min read
6/23/2024
It has been a good start to summer and I know many people have been enjoying getting out for some well-deserved vacations. I will be...
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Jun 24, 20242 min read
St. Joseph 5 week series with Seminarian Peter Randolph
St. Joseph has been a somewhat hidden saint, yet he is the virginal father of Jesus, the husband of Mary, and the Protector of the...
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Jun 18, 20241 min read
July 2024 Mass Intentions
Thursday, July 4 - John Baldwin by Doug & Dawn Nicoson Saturday, July 6 6:00pm Kevin Sulewski by Ken & Pam Wayton Sunday, July 7 9:30am...
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Jun 18, 20241 min read
6/16/24
Many blessings to our Dads this Father's Day. I thought of this verse from the 5th Chapter of John that provides insight into this day....
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Jun 14, 20243 min read
June 16, 2024
Last Sunday, Kimberly and I attended Mass at St. Francis of Assisi - a small, historical church nestled in the Smoky Mountains outside of...
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Jun 14, 20243 min read


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Jun 13, 20240 min read
6/2/2024
Blessings this weekend on the feast of Corpus Christi as we celebrate the profound way Jesus is present with us in the Eucharist. At...
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May 31, 20243 min read
5/26/2024
Blessings this weekend on the feast of Corpus Christi as we celebrate the profound way Jesus is present with us in the Eucharist. At...
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May 31, 20243 min read


Fr. Todd's 10th Anniversary of Ordination Mass & Dinner Information
Fr. Todd's Anniversary Dinner information The Knights of Columbus will be providing pulled pork and Macaroni and Cheese. Please call St....
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May 17, 20240 min read
June Mass Intentions
Saturday, June 1 6:00pm Marion Schultz & Judy Baldwin by Peggy Schultz Sunday, June 2 9:30am Elizabeth LaRocca by MK Laskey Thursday,...
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May 17, 20241 min read


Rummage Sale
We will start collecting items for the sale on Sunday, June 2 from 10:30am-2:00pm. We will also be collecting items Monday, June 3...
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May 15, 20241 min read
May 19, 2024
Discipleship – the sequel. As I mentioned in my last homily, Christian discipleship means following Jesus and imitating his life. But...
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May 15, 20242 min read
May 19, 2024
Dear Sacred Heart and St. Mary on the Lake, Blessed Feast of Pentecost! This is the birthday of the Church – the day when the apostles...
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May 15, 20243 min read
May 12, 2024
A Blessed Mother’s Day this Sunday to all of our Moms! I will be at home this weekend for the festivities for my brother Randy’s...
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May 10, 20243 min read
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