Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord
Dear Epiphany Parish Family, Blessed Feast Day of the Epiphany of the Lord! The Epiphany is the revelation ormanifestation of “Jesus as Messiah of Israel, Son God and Savior of theworld’ (CCC 528). It celebrates not only the adoration of Jesus by the wise men,but also his baptism in the Jordan and the wedding feast […]
Blessed & Merry Christmas to you and yours!
If you are visiting or returning home to our parish we are so blessed you are here! God becomes one of us in the person of Jesus, Christ our Savior is born, and the world is never the same. How unfathomable it would be to someone unfamiliar with Christianity for the Almighty and Eternal God […]
Third Sunday of Advent
Dear Parish Family, It is hard to believe that we are only about a week away from Christmas! While things are busy and hectic for many during this time of preparation, please do not forget to take the time to slow down, quiet your hearts, and let the Lord come in and bring you peace. […]
Join Us on These January Dates
Dear Parish Family, By the time you read this, I will be in Italy on pilgrimage with a group from multiple places in our diocese, including four parishioners. Please know that I am carrying you with me in my prayers as we walk in the footsteps of saints – please pray for us. After consultation […]
Notice of Decree documents from the Bishop
October 14, 2023Dear Parish Family, Our facilities process has weighed heavily on many hearts, including mine, and this is a difficult announcement to make. I pray that we will join together as the living stones of Epiphany of the Lord, fixed on the Living Stone of Jesus, relying on the love and mercy of His […]
20th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Dear Parish Family, I want to give an update on the request/petition to Bishop Thomas to relegate Sacred Heart Church (which again would mean Epiphany of the Lord would no longer use the Sacred Heart church building for divine worship). I have submitted the paperwork of the petition to diocesan personnel for their review and […]
19th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Dear Parish Family, The diocese has reminded parishes of its Pastoral Policies regarding Mass Intentions. Some of our current practices are not in compliance with diocesan policies, so the following changes will be implemented effective immediately. Please know that intentions that have already been scheduled will not be affected. * Mass Intentions will be listed […]
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Dear Parish Family, I have been asked about Issue 1 which will be decided in a special election on August 8th. The Church is careful not to endorse candidates for public office but for the sake of the common good will take stances based on the teachings of Christ and His Church. “Issue 1 will […]
PRAYER FOR OHIO
Ever-living God, you give life and desire a future for all your children. Take hold of our nation, state, and community and awaken in every heart awe for the gift of life. Send your Spirit to strengthen us with wisdom and fortitude as we defend mothers and children in Ohio from laws that disregard their […]
Fifteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time
Dear Parish Family, I am including sharing information from Protect Women Ohio, a coalition of concerned family and life leaders, parents, and medical experts, and faith leaders in Ohio committed to fighting back against the abortion industry’s dangerous proposed amendment. We have already shared some information previously in our bulletin but I wanted to draw […]