Immaculate Conception – Page 3 – Roman Catholic Church

August 17, 2023January 30, 2024

A visit from Mayor Horrigan

We received a call from Mayor Horrigan’s office letting us know that the Mayor wanted to come to the parish to present a proclamation honoring our 100th anniversary. WOW, what a surprise and an honor!! The Mayor along with Mr. Chris Ludle, Director of Public Service, and photographer Kyle Reynolds came on Wednesday, August 16th. The Mayor presented the proclamation, we presented him with one of our 100th anniversary cubes and a 100 Fun Facts booklet and then had him and Mr. Ludle sign our banner. The Mayor even took off his personal city lapel pin and presented it to Fr. Mike. The proclamation is on display under the hymn board so please come up to see it. Thank you, Mayor Horrigan!

August 16, 2023August 16, 2023

Rubber Ducks outing

Although the Ducks came up short losing 2-0, it was a great night at the ball park! Thank you to all who came.

June 12, 2023June 23, 2023

Destroyed fire hydrant

If the rectory water woes weren’t enough, someone drove through and completely destroyed the fire hydrant in front of the Free Store (old school), taking out part of the telephone pole as well. We think gremlins are afoot! That hydrant had a water meter on it provided by the city to be used by those growing plants in the Community Garden and someone even stole the meter! The hydrant and meter have been replaced, but the pole still bears its scars.

April 4, 2023November 21, 2023

100th Anniversary memorials

Looking for a unique Christmas gift for a family member or friend who attended our parish or parish school – why not consider one of our 100th anniversary memorials? They will be available for sale after all Masses beginning the weekend of December 2-3 at the main doors of the church and are available at the rectory. The glass cube sits on one of its corners and has both the parish shield and logo on it. The gold medallion is a heavy metal perfect for display in your home. Cost: The cubes sell for $25.00 and the medallions sell for $10.00.

March 24, 2023March 24, 2023

Our March 19th Anniversary celebration

100th Anniversary celebration: On Sunday, March 19th, we welcomed Bishop Edward Malesic to our parish to help us celebrate 100 years of Worship, Charity, Christian Formation and Stewardship. The Master of Ceremonies was Ian Kelly, a Transitional Deacon preparing for ordination to the priesthood. Also in attendance were Fr. Mike, former Pastor – Fr. Tom McCann, former Associate – Fr. John Hengle, Fr. Andrew Turner – ordained from our parish and the new Rector of Borromeo and St. Mary Seminaries effective, July 1st and Fr. David Majikas – St. Augustine, our Presbyteral Moderator. We also welcomed 4th Degree Knights from Council 3410 and the surrounding area. Following Mass, a delicious meal was enjoyed at Guy’s Party Center. Bishop Malesic made the rounds and visited all the tables which was greatly appreciated by everyone. A big THANK YOU goes out to Mr. Bart Eggert who took these wonderful pictures. We hope you enjoy them.

Bishop Malesic, Deacon Kelly, Danny Brewer

Fr. Mike’s Retirement Reception: A good time was had by all. Thank you to all who came to help make this such a special occasion. Thank you to Guy’s Party Center for the delicious food and festive atmosphere.

Fr. Mike telling his King of Bulgaria story!

January 24, 2023January 27, 2023

Review-Scotch Doubles Bowling

A hearty group of parishioners, family and friends headed out to Charger Lanes for a fun night of bowling on January 21st. Some were experienced bowlers, others hadn’t bowled in decades and some were bowling for the first time. Regardless of experience, Scotch Doubles has it’s challenges so sitting on the floor, helping others off the floor, standing like statues and bowling backwards were all part of the fun.