November 11, Veterans Day

Each year our nation recognizes those who have served in our Armed Forces to highlight the gift they shared with all our citizens.  November 11th holds historical and well as emotional meaning due to its’ long connection with veterans.  It is also (coincidentally?) the feast day of St. Martin of Tours, a former Roman soldier who embraced Christianity, founded one of the first monasteries in the West, became the bishop of Tours (France) and was renowned for his charity and defense of the Faith.  The example of St. Martin speaks to the dignity of self-sacrifice and promotion of the common good.  Our honoring of veterans lifts up these same virtues manifested in their service; self-sacrifice and the common good.  Please take some time this week to thank a veteran for their service and remember to pray for all those currently serving our country.  The virtues of St. Martin, patron saint of those in the military, are still in need among us.  St. Martin of Tours, pray for us and all who serve in our military.

Our Elementary School will honor Veterans at the 8:00 am Mass on November 14th.  Please join us in prayer and gratitude.

Capital Campaign

Please continue to pray for the success of our campaign and remember, Pledge Weekend is November 16 – 17.  If you have not yet made a pledge, we ask you bring your pledge card to church with you that weekend to support our efforts.  Our total continues to rise, drawing closer to $3,000,000.  Everyone’s support is needed to reach our 5.5 million dollar goal. 

A special word of thanks to our committee who have given an “all-out” effort for months.

Join me in thanking them all.

Bill Burnes, General Chairperson, Marketing        Michael Heithaus, Co-Chair, Key Gifts

Patrick McGinnis, Key Gifts                                   Kevin Kozminske, Key Gifts

Jean Gruetzemacher, Campaign Strategy            Judy Murphy, Finance

Lee Hahnel, Buildings, Estimating                        Marc Adrian, Architecture

Tonya McEnery, Principal/Ex-Officio                     Monica Shripka, Marketing-Digital

James Backes, Neighborhood Outreach              Shawn McLain, School Board Liaison 

Jenn Schmitt, School Children Program              Sarah Henderson, Special Events Manager

Matt Sallaberry, Follow Up Manager                    Cal Kennedy, Alumni Program

Frank Delonjay, Alumni Program