Dear Parishioners, I wish to inform you that I am retiring as Pastor of St. Catherine’s in December of this year. A new Pastor will be appointed and he will take up office in January, 2027. I will be retiring to the John Paul II Priest’s retirement center in Georgetown. With love, Fr. Pat.
Celebrate World Marriage Day on Saturday, February 7, at 5 p.m. Mass with a special blessing! If your 2026 wedding anniversary ends in a 0 or 5-year increment, we invite you to register so that your names can be read at the Mass. You will also receive a certificate by mail, signed by Father Pat! Please register by Monday, February 2. All marriages will be blessed at every Mass on February 7 and 8.
On Super Bowl Sunday, February 8, the Knights of Columbus Council 8156 will hold its annual Super Bowl BBQ. Orders must be pre-paid online at https://kofc8156.org/bbq no later than 9 p.m. Monday, February 2. Whole brisket and half brisket, pork butts, pork tenderloin and ribs are available. Pick up your order on Sunday, February 8, at the Council 8156 Smoker in St. Catherine of Siena’s West Parking Lot between 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. This event supports the charities benefitting from our efforts. Want to learn more about the Knights of Columbus? Go to Knights.net! Learn how the Knights of Columbus lead with our faith to protect the family, serve others and defend our values. The benefits of being a Knight are numerous.
Fr. Pat has written a letter updating information on sanctuary improvements, including replacing the HVAC system, Cupola repairs and roof replacement. St. Catherine of Siena needs an additional $735,000 in funds to make the final repairs to our beloved sanctuary and we are requesting donations from parishioners. Click here to read Fr. Pat's most recent letter and consider making a donation. Thank you for your prayerful consideration.
Pick up a bag in the narthex to donate food items for Abiding Love Food Pantry by Sunday, February 1. Click on the link for information on items needed. Thanks for your generosity!
Listen to Fr. Lou Brusatti's first session this semester as he teaches about the principles of Catholic Social Teaching. He will include updates on current church topics and have information about what Pope Leo has been doing.
On Super Bowl Sunday, February 8, the Knights of Columbus Council 8156 will hold its annual Super Bowl BBQ. Orders must be pre-paid online at https://kofc8156.org/bbq no later than 9 p.m. Monday, February 2. Whole brisket and half brisket, pork butts, pork tenderloin and ribs are available. Pick up your order on Sunday, February 8, at the Council 8156 Smoker in St. Catherine of Siena’s West Parking Lot between 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. This event supports the charities benefitting from our efforts. Want to learn more about the Knights of Columbus? Go to Knights.net! Learn how the Knights of Columbus lead with our faith to protect the family, serve others and defend our values. The benefits of being a Knight are numerous.
Women of the parish, have you ever wanted to learn more about the third person of the Trinity? Do you wish you had a closer relationship with the Holy Spirit? If so, then join us on Tuesday mornings from 9:15 to 10:45, beginning February 3, as we journey together through the Bible Study “The Holy Spirit in the Bible.” We will learn about topics like “The Holy Spirit in the Beginning,” “The Holy Spirit and Jesus,” and “The Holy Spirit at the End of Time.” Cost is $20 for the book. Click the link for more information and to register.
If you have lost a loved one, you are invited to join a Six-Week Grief Support Group that will meet on Wednesdays beginning January 7, 2026. Sessions will include a time to learn about grief, share your sorrow, and recognize and pray for healing. The group will be led by Lori Kruczek, founding member of St. Catherine of Siena who has participated in our Grief Ministry since 2014.