Fr. Barnes Blog
Our Gratitude for Father Mario and all who honored him with us
Posted by Fr. David Barnes on 9/06/23
Dear Friends in Christ,
Were we not limited in how many pages the weekly bulletin can be, you would be carrying home a telephone book sized version this week. There is much that I would like to reflect upon concerning the events of the past few weeks. In some ... Read More »
We mourn the loss of our Pastor, Fr. Mario.
Posted by Fr. David Barnes on 8/31/23
Dear Friends in Christ,
It is difficult for me to believe that Pope St. John Paul II died almost two decades ago. It seems like only yesterday to me. Those of you who are old enough to remember might recall that at the end of his funeral in St. ... Read More »
Let Us Walk by Faith
Posted by Fr. David Barnes on 8/23/23
Dear Friends in Christ,
There are certain moments in life when the distance between earth and heaven kind of disappears, and we know–like Moses standing before the burning bush–that we are on holy ground. We can feel the weight of glory pressing up against us. These moments awaken within ... Read More »
Happy to Be Here!
Posted by Fr. David Barnes on 8/23/23
Dear Friends in Christ,
On August 14th, I began my new assignment as the Administrator of St. Patrick Parish. I was particularly happy when Fr. Mario suggested that date, because it is the Feast of St. Maximillian Kolbe and the Vigil of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. ... Read More »