O Wisdom of our God Most High! Pray to God about where you need the gift of wisdom. Find a fun ornament activity here.

Bake a braided sweet bread or cinnamon rolls in honor of St. Lucy who brought food to Christians in hiding. Learn more about her and find a coloring page here.

Now is a great time to make plans for Advent. Here are some ideas to make your Advent special.

St. Raphael was distinguished in his zeal for the advancement of the Church, his efforts toward Church unity, and, in particular, his love of Our Lady, Queen of Poland. Learn more about St. Raphael and find a prayer to him here.

In November we remember those who have died. Click here for directions to make an All Souls Prayer Candle to honor those we have lost.

Our holy day Masses in honor of All Saints Day are on Thursday, October 31st at 6 pm, and Friday, November 1st at 9 am and 12 noon. A commemorative Mass for All Souls Day will be held on Saturday, November 2nd at 9 am. Tap or click for more information, including a link to volunteer as a Liturgical Minister. The parish office will be closed on November 1st in observation of this feast.

Make Polish Potato Pancakes in honor of his heritage. Find the recipe here.

Join us at one of the Adoration/Rosary opportunities at Ss. John and Paul or pray the Rosary at home.

Spend the evening watching the movie "Sky High". Then use these questions to discuss the movie.

In honor of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, Father Mark blessed our furry friends. Click here to see the photos.

Our youth and chaperones joyfully made and served a meal at Central Iowa Shelter and Services recently. See the work and joy that goes into serving others.

Not all Saints were born centuries ago. Blessed Carlos Acutis, just a simple a teen from London, used the internet to share his devotion to the Eucharist. He will be canonized in 2026. Learn more about him here.

Find some ways to celebrate the Holy Rosary in October here.

Visit our Kitchen Table Faith page to extend your personal and family Faith Formation.

Use this prayer to grow in love of the Eucharist.

SSJP's Youth Ministry will serve a meal at Central Iowa Shelter and Services on Sunday, October 13. Youth in 7th-12th grade who are interested in participating must sign up by October 7. All those preparing for Confirmation must volunteer for at least one of the two meals scheduled this year. Tap or click for more information, including links for sign-up and consent forms.

Do you know about this saint who was called the Slave of the Slaves? Learn more here.

Find special days to celebrate in September

All parishioners 50 and older are invited to join LAF for a hamburger meal and miniature golf!

Any parishioners, high school age and above, who would like to become a Lector should plan to attend this training on Saturday, July 6th at 9 am. We will meet in the church