Isn’t it wonderful, the joy and peace the Lord wishes to give me in my ordinary everyday life? Even obeying God’s commandments are meant to give me a good and happy life, not to be a burden to me. The Psalmist exclaims: “The precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; The command of the Lord is clear, enlightening the eye” (Psalm 19:8). The Gospel of John repeats this even more clearly: “Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life” (cf John 6:63c).  We are created by God to live in close relationship with and in obedience to Him who knows us better than we know ourselves. Doesn’t it seem natural or maybe even obvious that the One who created us in his own image and likeness would know what is best for us? 

God our Father knows the right way for each of us to live which will bring about the greatest fulfillment and true peace. He knows the best way for us all to act in relationship to each other, whether in family life or in the larger community. Jesus formed his Church to be his Body on earth, to be a mutual support for one another as we journey through this world toward our eternal home. God’s commandments and guidance are meant to bring about respect for each other and a unity of purpose that only following Jesus Christ can do. Jesus said: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but by me” (John 14:13). We show our love for God by obeying His commands, but we also experience joy in our relationships with one another as we surrender to His will. 

This free retreat is offered through the Diocese of Duluth. You need to register by January 20, 2022 and then you have access for the whole year. Click on link below

Little Way of Marriage Workshop 

Contact Fr. Steve at the office
or call 218-387-1409 

Please check out the video from our new Bishop Daniel Felton on the Diocese of Duluth website.
www.dioceseduluth.org
He is speaking about our current situation with the pandemic, the fatigue everyone is feeling from it, current guidelines, etc.
If you have not heard him speak, it is a small way to get to know him a little bit.
You only need a computer or phone to access the website, no special apps or account. 

If you are in need of help with groceries or anything else, please contact the office at 218-387-1409. If you simply want to talk or need prayer, please call Fr. Steve. If no answer, please leave a message and phone number.

www.facebook.com St. Johns/ Holy Rosary
You should see the 2 pictures of our churches below, to tell you that you have OUR church page. Contact church office if you need help finding. It will have Mass times and other info updated periodically.

 

Exciting News

We now have a parish subscription to FORMED, https://formed.org.signup
If you are not familiar with it, it is a Catholic website, app that you can access on
your phone, tablet, smart tv, etc. It has many movies about Saints, teaching,
study materials and many ways to learn about and enhance your faith.
It is for everyone. You can watch at home and there are many adult videos and books,
as well as children's material. Simple go to formed.org and follow the sign-in
instructions.  Click on sign-up as a parishioner. The easiest way is to just type in 55604
and St. John's should pop up, click on that and then enter your email address.
Once you register, you can stay logged in.