“Trials are nothing else but the forge that purifies the soul of all its imperfections.“

Monthly Themes

78 Years!

As we celebrate the February Theme of Marriage during our 100th year, we would like to honor two parishioners of St. Mary Magdalen and St. Conrad Parishes.

Andy and Dolores Podczervinski have been married for 78 beautiful years. They were married on November 28, 1947. When asked what the secret is to such a long marriage, Andy’s answer was “Just say yes”. We ask God to bless the both of them and their life together.

Spouse Prayer

Lord Jesus, grant that my spouse and I may have a true and understanding love for

each other.

Grant that we may both be filled with faith and trust. Give us the grace to live with each other in peace and harmony. May we always bear with one another’s weaknesses and grow from each other’s strengths.

Help us to forgive one another’s failings and grant us patience, kindness, cheerfulness and the spirit of placing the well-being of one another ahead of self.

May the love that brought us together grow and mature with each passing year. Bring us both ever closer to You through our love for each other. Let our love grow to perfection. Amen.

Vow Renewal

Thank you and God’s blessings on all the couples who renewed their marriage vows.

It was wonderful to see all of them gather around the altar. It was good to see so many in the gathering area and enjoying the goodies provided by the Fellowship Committee.

Game Day!

The 100th Anniversary Committee is in search of pictures of our parish activities.

In the upcoming months, we will be featuring sports teams, volunteer groups, sacraments and school activities. If you have any pictures you would like to share, please bring them to the parish office with your name and address on them, and we will use them in future displays!

Volunteers

Thank you to everyone that attended the Volunteer dinner.

We appreciate our volunteers and know that through the years there have been many who gave of their time, talent and treasure to build the community of St. Mary Magdalen.

Ice Cream Social

Ice Cream is better served together!

Thank you to all the people who attended our annual Ice Cream Social!

Anniversary Events

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OCTOBER

Anniversary

Event: Mass with Archbishop & Reception at 10:30am.

Did You Know?

Did You Know – April 5

With the parish membership continually growing, more parking spaces were needed, so a lot on Hanna Street was purchased in 1956 to enlarge the parking lot. A small lot across from the church on Outer Drive was also purchased to help ease the parking situation. The...

Did You Know – March 15

In 1960 the Credit Union moved to its new office on Allen Road and the old farmhouse, that had served the parish for many years, was sold. This year was also the beginning of the annual school paper drives which for many years was an important source of income for...

Did You Know – February 22

On July 22, 1952 a house on Outer Drive was raffled off as a major fundraiser for the parish. Governor G. Mennen Williams drew the winning ticket. A Building Committee was established and a drive was begun to raise funds for the new church and rectory as well as for...