Fr. Poggemeyer's Weekly Letter
August 20, 2023
Posted by Melissa Kelbley on 8/17/23
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Dear Parishioners,
It's that time of the year again, the time to ask the Lord if there is somebody in your circle of relationships who would benefit from going through the Rescue Project, or somebody who is ready to consider coming into the Catholic Church, or somebody who ... Read More »
August 13, 2023
Posted by Melissa Kelbley on 8/08/23
+JMJ
Dear Parishioners,
First off, a HUGE THANKS!! to everybody who made the Mini-Fest happen two Saturdays ago! Once again, it seemed to be a great atmosphere, and the parish adds to the community life of Fostoria with this event; and even a bit of evangelism is happening. I ... Read More »
August 6, 2023
Posted by Melissa Kelbley on 8/08/23
July 30, 2023
Posted by Melissa Kelbley on 7/25/23
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Dear Parishioners,
Here are some bullet points from my homilies this past week regarding the special ballot election on August 8th – Issue #1.
– Bishop Thomas has invited parishes to encourage parishioners to vote “yes” on Issue 1, the special election ballot on August 8, which proposed ... Read More »
July 23, 2023
Posted by Melissa Kelbley on 7/18/23
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Dear Parishioners,
Just before I went on vacation a couple weeks ago, we were notified by the Diocese that the final plans for our storage building were approved by the Diocesan Building Commission, and the Bishop gave permission for it. Back on January 3rd , I signed a ... Read More »
July 9, 2023
Posted by Melissa Kelbley on 6/29/23
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Dear Parishioners,
Having a diocesan priest on mission at our parish this weekend as I am away reminds me of a Divine appointment that happened about five years ago at this very time of my July vacation. I was in Zaragoza, Spain with a couple of close friends. ... Read More »
July 2, 2023
Posted by Melissa Kelbley on 6/29/23
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Dear Parishioners,
Three weeks ago, the Diocese hosted at our parish a retreat day for Parish staff. The talks were given by Fr. Steve Mattson, Pastor of the Church of the Resurrection in the Diocese of Lansing, Michigan. The topic was God's healing power. Most of us can ... Read More »
June 25, 2023
Posted by Melissa Kelbley on 6/22/23
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Dear Parishioners,
We are coming to the end of June, and perhaps I should have written about it earlier – the Sacred Heart. This is the Catholic theme for June. I know the civil powers-that-be are trying to push various pride themes for June, but the deep, fully ... Read More »
June 18, 2023
Posted by Melissa Kelbley on 6/12/23
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Dear Parishioners,
Here are a few music items for my bulletin letter this week. First, we scheduled the young adult sacred music chorale ECCE! for our parish on Sunday, August 6th at 3:00 PM. We will consider this another concert in our parish Karcher Concert Series. Jessica Schuster, ... Read More »
June 11, 2023
Posted by Melissa Kelbley on 6/06/23
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Dear Parishioners,
First, congratulations to all our graduating seniors! Thank the Lord for everything he has given you to get you to this point! Certainly, thank the Lord for your families who have supported you and provided for you in so many ways. Please continue to be dedicated ... Read More »