FALL FESTIVAL IS SUNDAY, OCT. 7, 2018

Save the date and be watching for how you can help with this wonderful event. We are going to be offering a new online sign up for volunteers, two serving lines to speed up seating for dinner, and a separate line for the handicapped and those who purchase tickets online. Information on sponsorships, donations and more

UNLOCKING THE MYSTERY OF THE BIBLE

Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible will help you uncover the story woven throughout Scripture, so you can get the “big picture” of the Bible and understand what it’s all about. Sessions will be on Tuesday evenings, September 4–October 30, 6:30-7:30 PM. Click on the registration button below for more information. Cost is $20 for materials.

FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION OPEN FOR PRESCHOOL-GRADE 12

Registration is now open for fall 2018. We look forward to having your child join us at our first class on September 19, 2018.  This year we are adding the Cathechesis of the Good  Sheperd program for preschoolers ages 3-6. A few spaces are available on Tuesday morning and Wednesday afternoon. CGS on Wednesday evening is full.

What is Catechisis of the Good Sheperd all about? Here is a  blog from St. Patrick Cedar Rapids and a video from from St. John the Evangelist Parish in Indiana. 

Read more about our Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Preschool Program and our opportunities for kindergarten through grade 12:  Program details

MESSAGE FROM THE NEXT STEP COMMITTEE

The Next Step Committee thanks everyone who has helped support our church and school upgrades. Check our Next Step page under the "About Us" tab to read their update on the project including a summary of the construction and the positive impact on our church membership and school enrollment and the wealth of new offerings for parishioners, students, and outreach. To extend your pledge or to make a pledge or donation, contact Regena Huffman in the Parish Office.

CHARITABLE GIVING AND THE NEW TAX LAWS

Our reason for giving hasn’t changed! Rather than giving in order to save on tax, we give to a cause, to a mission, in the name of Christian charity. Certain individuals and families might end up saving some tax under the new law. Perhaps those who do will think to donate a portion of those savings through charitable giving. Read more from the Archdiocese

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS NOW REGISTERING FOR FALL 2018

• ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL   Kindergarten–Grade 8 
• CLOVER PATCH PRESCHOOL & DAY CARE   Ages 3-5
• COLUMBUS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL   Grades 9-12

       Recent media articles about our schools:

• St. Patrick Catholic School named Iowa's first Catholic Leader in Me Lighthouse School.  Read more in the Courier
• Kindergartners learn through valuable play time at St. Patrick.  Read cover story in The Witness

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you are approached before or after Mass by anyone asking for financial assistance, please do not comply. Out of concern for your safety, we request you do not give cash to any stranger who approaches you, rather, encourage them to come to the parish office on Monday morning at 9:00 am to visit with Jackie, our Outreach Coordinator. She has had training to determine the best avenues of assistance available.

DOWNLOAD OUR APPS TODAY 

Instant Church Directory allows you to access our secure, online membership directory. Learn more about downloading the app, uploading a photo, or accessing the directory online via the web.   

The Saint Patrick Mobile App provides easy access to the calendar, bulletins, readings, prayers, online giving/payment system, and more. Opt in for notifications for the General Parish, Faith Formation, Young Adult Ministry, Catholic Daughters, and other groups. Android users text stpatrickcc2 to 55588 or click here to download. iPhone users text stpatrickcc1 to 555888 or click here.