As I began reading the emotional content in today’s readings, I really didn’t know where to begin this sharing. I could focus on the tragic events, but instead, I’d rather take a real-life look at the strength and humility that flows from these words. The reading from Isaiah said that even…

Our Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be on Easter Sunday after our 8:30am Mass in Whitney Point. Please mark your calendars so you don’t miss a fun, fun time!

Pastoral Council: Mon., Apr. 28th, 6:30pm, at Marathon

Tues., Apr. 15th, 6:30pm, at Marathon P a r i s h H o u s e

Hospitality Committee: Tues., Apr. 15th, 9:30am, at Whitney Point Church Hall

I was reading a good book Chasing Charlie by C. M. Newman last week. It’s an engaging story about dealing with second chances. The story begins with Vince, the single parent of 3 year old Charlie being seriously wounded. Against the odds, he survives and goes back to his life as a…

I was reading an article on Lent. What is its purpose? Simply stated: To grow closer to God. Most of us begin the season, the author said with good intentions. We are going to pray more, give up more, contribute more—and then we find excuses! Boy, oh boy! That’s me! I…

Children and teens are invited to join us on Friday, March 14th, from 5:30-8:30pm in our Whitney Point Church Hall for games, crafts and pizza. Please sign up on the bulletin board or call the office to register.

Jesus teaches, no one can serve two masters. You cannot serve God and money, you need to make a choice. When God created man, he gave us the ability to make choices, unlike plants and animals that don’t have that ability and are programmed to run mostly on instinct. Humans can choose…

One day little Richard was told by his mother to come straight home after school and not stop at the baseball field. Richard decided to carry his ball glove with him just in case he was tempted. (Kent Crockett, The 911 Handbook) Although humorous, this short story makes a solid point. If…