July 27, 2025

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Although I’m out of town this weekend, I wanted to pass along my prayers for all the people of St. Thomas, as well as share with you some information about our visiting priest: Fr Dennis Martin, of Davenport, Iowa, speaking on behalf of Unbound, a Catholic organization that works to promote solidarity with the poor in developing countries, particularly children and the elderly. Fr Martin has extensive experience as a pastor, a teacher in Catholic schools, and in hospital ministry. He also has a particular love for Hispanic ministry. I would encourage everyone to listen to him with open hearts. Unbound does some incredible work. I can warmly recommend them to anyone looking to be generous towards the Church’s social mission internationally. This is also a good time to acknowledge our volunteers who help out with our annual backpack distribution to children from families in need in our area, which took place on Saturday (26 July). Many thanks to all who took part. As the school year comes close, please keep all the children of our parish and area in your prayers, along with their teachers! Through the intercession of Our Lady of Guadalupe, who has a particular heart for those on the margins, and our patron St. Thomas, whose dedication to Christ’s mission knew no bounds, let’s dedicate ourselves to cooperating fully with God’s work in the world. God bless,

Father Jantz