This weekend we officially welcome Fr. Anthony as he begins his priesthood as Associate Pastor here and at St. Stephen, Caseyville. Many may remember when Fr. Anthony was assigned with us over the course of a couple summers and during breaks while continuing his studies at the seminary. It is my hope that he will [...]

Once again, I thank all who helped with Vacation Bible School. Well over a hundred children each day. It was also great to see so many young people helping the adults with the activities. Lots of energy throughout the week… Fr. Anthony offered a Mass of Thanksgiving this past weekend at the 10:30am liturgy. He [...]

I hope that you noticed the survey in last week’s bulletin. The current bulletin has become more of a newsletter than a bulletin. The Pastoral Council now has a Commission for Communications which will not only address content and format of the parish’s bulletin other aspects of a still growing community of faith. Please take [...]

We began the Lent Season this past Wednesday with the signing of ashes on Ash Wednesday. This familiar sign of a cross or smudge of ashes on our foreheads are a reminder to us of this season’s penitential character. The Worship Space – rather austere and uncluttered – and rhythm of liturgies – more deliberate, [...]

Thanks to all who supported the Youth Group’s “Valentine Gram” cookie fundraiser. Hopefully, the Youth Room will be complete soon and a special dedication/open house scheduled as the room begins to be utilized. A lot of work has already gone into its completion – mostly, by the youth. I should express it more than I [...]

Imagine, if you will, my entering the parking lot last Sunday arriving from St. Stephen where I had celebrated Mass and seeing fire trucks, hoses extended to the east side of the church. I thought to myself, “Oh , this is great. What now?” Was it “global warming”, or the regular rhythms of freezing and [...]

The weather was a factor with events planned for the celebration of Catholic Schools Week. Snow Days afforded students a few days off from school along with parents and caregivers unable to travel to work or even get out of the house. Isn’t it interesting how we respond to these situations? Unable to get out [...]

“It is the mission of Holy Trinity Catholic School community (Pre-K to 8), a joint ministry of Holy Trinity and St. Stephen parishes, to form disciples of Christ through faith formation, academic excellence, discipline and service while passing on the lifelong values and traditions of the Roman Catholic faith.” Adopted in 2008, the above is [...]

From Fr. Ray, As I indicated during this weekend’s pastor’s report to the parish, we are still dynamic and growing community and family of faith which, in partnership with St. Stephen, Caseyville, offers area families an opportunity for enrollment in demands of the parish (and school, I might add) to meet the increasing needs for [...]