Rummage Sale Coming in July
Rummage Sale – July 14-16th
Save the Date – StJB Golf Classic
Totus Tuus Summer Camp
Join us for Totus Tuus Summer Camp this June!
Entering Grades 1-8: June 21-25 (Mon-Fri) 9:00am to 3:00pm Entering Grades 9-12: June 20-24 (Sun-Thurs) 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Totus Tuus, which means Totally Yours, is run by a team of four college-age students: two ladies and one gentleman in college, and a seminarian. Students of all ages will very much enjoy the program – this team of four has a fun (and yet holy!) method of teaching the Faith!
Click below to download a form and learn how to register.
Mass Obligation and Seating Information
Dear Parishioners and Friends of the Church of the Holy Spirit:
I am writing to tell you that we are getting ready for the return of the Mass obligation the weekend of Pentecost (May 22-23). As you may know, that obligation was lifted as the COVID pandemic began to spread widely in our country in March of 2020. For two months that year, there were no public Masses at all. Now with the wide availability of the vaccines and other developments, the threat of serious illness, or even death, although still real, is much less. Throughout the past year, we have been able to have Mass and other services with relative safety to our health. Our school has been in session all year. Thanks in no small part to many people cleaning regularly, social distancing, and other measures, there seems to be even a marked reduction in colds and seasonal flu that has been reported here and other places. God has been good to us and we especially single out thanks to the Mother of God for her comfort and prayers for us, her children.
If you are just returning for the first time this weekend (or next), you are welcome to sit anywhere in the main section of the church without worrying about social distancing, especially if you are fully vaccinated. We will keep the “every other pew” and social distancing on the side sections, for those who are still concerned about possible health issues, at least for a while as needed. We have been able to accommodate all who have come so far, and this will continue. Pentecost Sunday (May 23) will be the last day we offer the 10 A.M. special Holy Communion service, but please let us know if you need the sacraments. We are hoping to restore Holy Communion to the sick at home soon.
Historians will write the story of our nation and our world and see things that we do not see now. I have already seen a great deal of grit and courage, and confident trust in the Lord. Our perpetual adoration program had people praying continuously in front of the Blessed Sacrament (with a few exceptions due to weather) all during this time. The Lord was always here with us and will continue to be here with us until the end of time. God bless you all!
Fr. Houlihan
Spring Virtual Extravaganza Starts Saturday, April 24th
It’s almost time … the Spring Virtual Extravaganza starts tomorrow, Saturday, April 24th!
Join the FUN!
?Auction Items will be live and BIDDING OPENS!
?Join us for a virtual event — streaming LIVE on the Qtego auction site or on the Church Facebook page!
Don’t wait to register! Instabuy items and raffle tickets are available to purchase today, plus you can preview many of our auction items already on the site! ?To register for the auction and live virtual event, click HERE.
Register for the Spring Extravaganza Auction Today!
The Spring Extravaganza is quickly approaching! Register for the auction today by texting “Spirit” to 72727 or by clicking HERE.
Join the Parish Council
Parish Council Elections: A way to serve God and our parish is being on the Parish Council. The candidates should be dedicated to the welfare and spirituality of our Parish. All forms must be turned in by April 23rd. If you have any questions or are interested in running for council, contact Bill Bohan 402-297-0522 or Pat Vaughn 402-980-9086.
Click HERE to download an application form.
Save the Date – Virtual Spring Dinner 4/24-5/1
Lenten Fish Fry – Beginning Friday, Feb. 19
Church of the Holy Spirit will continue the time-honored tradition of the Lenten Fish Frys: Beginning Feb 19th, and all Fridays in Lent (Not Good Friday). Although Covid 19 will not allow us to dine together, we will be serving our traditional fare TO GO and with delivery optional.
Cost: $10.00: Choice of entrée: Bake or fried Alaskan Pollock, fried jumbo shrimp or limited number of carp. Meal includes choice of baked potato, mac and cheese or soup. All meals include coleslaw, bread, water or soda, and dessert.
Kids meal cost is $6.00: Grilled cheese, choice of mac and cheese or soup. Meals include water or soda and dessert.
The fish frys are held in the St John the Baptist School Gym, from 5:00 to 7:00pm. Credit cards, checks and cash accepted. CDC guidelines will be followed.
For delivery, please call 402-296-3139 (CHS) from 2pm – 4pm on Friday. Credit card only for delivery. Delivery area includes Plattsmouth, Bay Hills, Copper Dollar Cove and Beaver Lake. Food will be delivered between 5:00 and 6:00pm.