Announcements
The Epiphany of the Lord
January 3-4, 2026


Men's Discussion Group
Saturday, January 10
9:00 AM
Baptism of the Lord
January 10-11
Adoration/Benediction
January 7
Franciscan Outreach Fundraiser
at Birmingham Village Players
January 7
7:00 PM
Fr. Raphael Returns
January 8
Priests Gathering
at Sacred Heart Major Seminary
to discuss AOD Restructuring
January 14 - 16
Fr. Jeff on Retreat
January 18-24
What's happening in our community?
Update on Br. Phil Wilhelm, OFM
Br. Phil broke his hip before Thanksgiving while visiting his family in Toledo.
He had surgery and rehab there. He is currently doing more rehab at:
Blessed Giles Friary
1820 Grand Ave
Manitowoc, WI 54220-6356
Upcoming Retreat
Iconography Retreat for Beginners
February 15-21
Capuchin Retreat Center
Washington, MI
248 651-4826

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Week Highlights
Thanks to everyone for help decorating the church, for Santa coming to visit us, for the choir and liturgical ministers and for your many kind greetings and gifts to the friars and staff
Dive Deep into Your Faith!
January Family of Parishes Prayer
For January 2026, we accept Pope Leo’s invitation to us to pray the following intention:
That praying with the Word of God may be nourishment for our lives and a source of hope in our communities, helping us build a more fraternal and
missionary Church.
As we begin a new year, Pope Leo calls the faithful to rediscover the power of Scripture in daily life. His prayer intention for January focuses on prayer with the Word of God. The Holy Father reminds us that opening our hearts to the living Word is not only personal nourishment but also a wellspring of hope for our families, parishes, and wider communities.
When we pray with Scripture -whether through lectio divina, the daily readings at mas, or quiet reflection- we allow God's voice to shape our lives. This practice strengthens us to live as missionary disciples, sharing Christ's love in a world that longs for fraternity and peace.
In our parishes, let us take up this invitation by setting aside time each day to pray with the Gospel. Consider joining a Bible study, praying the psalms or simply carrying a verse with you throughout the day. In doing so, we participate in Pope's vision of a Church rooted in God's Word and radiant with hope.
Prayer: Lord, may Your Word be our daily bread. Nourish us with
Scripture inspires us with hope and guides us to build a Church of
fraternity and mission. Amen.



