Most Sorrowful Mother of God

In moments of deep trial, when human remedies seem to fail, the light of divine hope shines brightest through the patronage of the faithful Apostle of impossible causes. Known for his powerful intercession and steady guidance, he stands as a compassionate companion for every soul facing overwhelming challenges, reminding us that no burden is too heavy when placed in the hands of God. May his enduring legacy inspire us to trust unwaveringly in the Lord’s providence, finding in every trial a renewed promise of grace, healing, and victory.

In moments of deep trial, when human remedies seem to fail, the light of divine hope shines brightest through the patronage of the faithful Apostle of impossible causes. Known for his powerful intercession and steady guidance, he stands as a compassionate companion for every soul facing overwhelming challenges, reminding us that no burden is too heavy when placed in the hands of God. May his enduring legacy inspire us to trust unwaveringly in the Lord’s providence, finding in every trial a renewed promise of grace, healing, and victory.

Recorrer el mundo llevando el mensaje de Cristo no fue para San Juan Pablo II solo una misión, sino un testimonio vivo de que la fe puede transformar el corazón de la humanidad. Su vida entera, marcada por el perdón, la defensa de la dignidad humana y un abandono filial a la Santísima Virgen, nos recuerda que el amor de Dios es una fuente inagotable de fortaleza capaz de renovar cualquier historia. Al meditar en los días de esta novena en su honor, entregamos nuestras batallas, familias e intenciones a su amorosa intercesión. Pedimos que su legado nos guíe para construir puentes de paz, abrazar el Evangelio con ardor y caminar cada día con la certeza de que nunca estamos solos.

Recorrer el mundo llevando el mensaje de Cristo no fue para San Juan Pablo II solo una misión, sino un testimonio vivo de que la fe puede transformar el corazón de la humanidad. Su vida entera, marcada por el perdón, la defensa de la dignidad humana y un abandono filial a la Santísima Virgen, nos recuerda que el amor de Dios es una fuente inagotable de fortaleza capaz de renovar cualquier historia. Al meditar en los días de esta novena en su honor, entregamos nuestras batallas, familias e intenciones a su amorosa intercesión. Pedimos que su legado nos guíe para construir puentes de paz, abrazar el Evangelio con ardor y caminar cada día con la certeza de que nunca estamos solos.

In October, as we dedicate this month to the Holy Rosary, every prayer becomes a gentle invitation to pause, breathe, and rest our souls in the presence of God. Walking hand in hand with our Blessed Mother, we place our days and worries into her care, discovering in this simple devotion a quiet sanctuary from the noise of the world. As we pray this Rosary, we entrust our deepest joys, trials, and silent intentions into the Immaculate Heart of Mary. We ask her motherly intercession to draw us ever closer to Jesus, granting us the grace to live each day with steady faith, humility, and inner peace.

In October, as we dedicate this month to the Holy Rosary, every prayer becomes a gentle invitation to pause, breathe, and rest our souls in the presence of God. Walking hand in hand with our Blessed Mother, we place our days and worries into her care, discovering in this simple devotion a quiet sanctuary from the noise of the world. As we pray this Rosary, we entrust our deepest joys, trials, and silent intentions into the Immaculate Heart of Mary. We ask her motherly intercession to draw us ever closer to Jesus, granting us the grace to live each day with steady faith, humility, and inner peace.

La vida de Carlo Acutis es un faro de luz que nos recuerda que la santidad es posible hoy, en medio de la juventud, la tecnología y la cotidianidad de nuestro tiempo. Con su fe sencilla y su amor apasionado por la Eucaristía —a la que llamaba su autopista al cielo—, Carlo nos enseña a no ser fotocopias de las modas del mundo, sino versiones originales del amor de Dios, usando cada talento para iluminar a los demás. Pedimos que su ejemplo nos inspire a poner a Jesús en el centro de nuestras vidas y a caminar hacia la eternidad con un corazón alegre, auténtico y lleno de esperanza.

La vida de Carlo Acutis es un faro de luz que nos recuerda que la santidad es posible hoy, en medio de la juventud, la tecnología y la cotidianidad de nuestro tiempo. Con su fe sencilla y su amor apasionado por la Eucaristía —a la que llamaba su autopista al cielo—, Carlo nos enseña a no ser fotocopias de las modas del mundo, sino versiones originales del amor de Dios, usando cada talento para iluminar a los demás. Pedimos que su ejemplo nos inspire a poner a Jesús en el centro de nuestras vidas y a caminar hacia la eternidad con un corazón alegre, auténtico y lleno de esperanza.

Wednesday - 10 a.m. at St. Maurice; Thursday - 10 a.m. at Enochsburg; Friday - 8 a.m. at Enochsburg; Saturday - 5 p.m. at St. Maurice; Sunday - 8 a.m. at Enochsburg, 10 a.m. at St. Maurice. Confessions available after Masses at St. Maurice and Enochsburg.

Fridays after the 8 a.m. Mass at Enochsburg until noon. Experience a time of prayer and reflection in the presence of the Eucharist.

Fr. Bill Ehalt is available for the Anointing of the Sick. If you or a family member is in need of this sacrament, please reach out to the Parish Office for arrangements.

- Family Fun Night for Haiti on October 24 from 5-9 pm at St. Anthony's Schad Hall. Join us for a soup supper, silent auction, games, and music to support a good cause. - Spud, Soup, Salad Luncheon on October 25 at St. John's UCC, Batesville, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Your free-will offerings will benefit the Huntersville School House.

Join us on November 7 from 3-7 p.m. at Saint Maurice Hall for pulled pork dinners, raffles, and a variety of activities. Cost is $15 per adult, children 4 and under eat free. Dine-in and carry-out options available.

The parish is starting the process to elect 4 new members to the Parish Pastoral Council. If you are interested, consider if the Lord is calling you to serve on the council. Official parish members are encouraged to get involved in this important decision-making group.

Weekend Masses: Saturday at 4:30pm, Sunday at 8:00am and 10:00am. Also, Mass on 1st & 3rd Sunday at St. Mary of the Rock at 11:00am. Weekday Masses: Monday-Friday at 8:00am, Wednesday at 6:00am and 8:00am.

If you are ready to have your child baptized, please contact the parish office for the necessary information and requirements. Celebrate this joyful sacrament of initiation into the Christian community.

Join us for Adoration every Thursday from 9am to 7pm. Confession is available on Wednesdays from 6-7pm and Saturdays from 3-4pm. Take this opportunity for quiet reflection and the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Save the date for our Annual Fall Festival on September 29. Get your tickets in the parish office. Join us for a day of fun, food, and community celebration. Don't miss out on this festive event!

Weekday Masses: Tue 8:35 a.m. at St. Michael, Wed 7:30 a.m. at HGA Oratory, Wed 6:00 p.m. at St. Peter, Thur 8:35 a.m. at St. Michael, Fri 7:30 a.m. at St. Michael. Weekend Masses: Sat 4:00 p.m. at St. Michael, Sat 5:30 p.m. at St. Peter, Sun 7:30 a.m. at St. Michael, Sun 9:00 a.m. at St. Peter, Sun 10:30 a.m. at St. Michael. Monthly Masses: 1st Sat Mass with Marian Devotion at 8:00 a.m. at St. Michael, 1st Fri Mass with Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus at 6:00 p.m. at HGA Oratory.

Confessions available 30 minutes after weekday Masses, Sat at St. Michael 3:30-3:50 p.m., Sat at St. Peter after Mass for 30 minutes, Wed evenings at St. Peter 30 min before and after Mass.