Category: Stewardship

The old saying, “Time flies when you are having fun!” has been once again proven to be true. We have already reached the halfway point of our Lenten fish dinners for 2026. I often reflect upon what an amazing team of parishioners that make our fish dinners so exceptional. We have great people that come faithfully for early morning prep on Wednesday through Friday and a multitude of volunteers that come on the day of the fish dinners. We truly have a well-tuned machine. Thanks to all of you.

Thank you very much for all the desserts that are brought each week. I would also like to thank our parishioners who attend the fish dinners weekly or call in for takeout or drive through. Your support is essential for our success. May we continue to share Christ’s love with one another in all we do.

Love,
Deacon John

Giving our treasure to the Church is an important practice for spiritual growth, expressing gratitude for God’s blessings, and supporting the Church’s mission of evangelization. It also helps to support the operations of our church campus (maintenance, utilities, improvements, and unexpected expenses) This winter we experienced a great unexpected expense just for our snow removal.

The Pittsburgh Pirates used the song “We Are Family” as their official team theme during the World Series Championship Season in 1979 and won the World Series. I believe in my heart the Pirates theme “We Are Family” is also our theme too! Karen and I have been so blessed to be part of such a wonderful parish family. May we all continue to embrace the spirituality and commitment of stewardship and passing it forward for generations to come.

Love,
Deacon John

Dear Parish Family,

   On behalf of our Life Teen ministry, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you for supporting our recent bake sale.

   Because of your generosity, we were able to raise $663 to support our ministry efforts. Your encouragement and willingness to give mean more than you know. These funds will directly help us continue growing our outreach, fostering youth fellowship, and creating opportunities for our teens to serve others and deepen their faith.

   It is a blessing to be part of a parish community that believes in and invests in its young people. Your support not only provides financial assistance but also reminds our teens that they are valued, supported, and surrounded by a strong faith family.

   Please continue to keep our Life Teen ministry in your prayers as we strive to encourage, equip, and guide our youth in their walk with Christ.

With sincere gratitude,

Laura Kruest
Life Teen Ministry

We have so many parishioners who give their time, talent, and treasure with joyful hearts. I’m sure most of you know that our Lenten Fish Dinners will be taking place beginning this week on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026.

One of the most frequent comments that I hear is how great our desserts are. I must agree. We have so many great bakers in our parish. The variety of desserts we offer our guests is amazing! (pie, cookies, cake, pastries) and so much more!

If you are able to make or purchase desserts for the Fish Dinners, it will help to make our dinners a continued standard of excellence.

FISH DINNER DESSERT SCHEDULE

Everyone is encouraged to make or buy desserts for as many weeks as possible but we made the following schedule so that all the weeks will be covered. Dessert can be dropped off all day on Friday in the church hall.

Feb. 20: Altar & Rosary, Ushers, Greeters, Finance Committee

Feb. 27: Environment, Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Altar Servers

Mar. 6: Marriage Sponsors, OCIA, Festival, Food Pantry

Mar. 13: PSR (K-4), CLOTW, Life Teen

Mar. 20: CRHP (Men’s & Women’s Past), All Choirs

Mar. 27: Adult Bible Study, PSR (5-8), Health Ministry

Thank you! Please remember “All are welcome” to help make the 2026 Saint Patrick Fish Dinners a success!

God bless,

Deacon John