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Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:00 AMThe men of Knights of Columbus 11581 are excited to share the implementation of Cor, a new formation and fraternal opportunity for the men of our parish. Cor exists to form and strengthen Catholic men in faith and virtue as missionary disciples by drawing them into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer, formation, and fraternity. Cor will be held the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month at 7:00 am in the St. Mary’s community room. This is open to all men of our parish cluster, not just knights. If you have any questions, please reach out to Robert Lothschutz at 616-292-5964.Read More -
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 7:00 PMOUR LADY OF FATIMA GUILD: is a service-oriented group dedicated to praying the Rosary and helping people in need. Those who benefit from the Guild are St. Mary’s Parish and area organizations. Help is given in many forms: food, clothing, money, friendship, Christmas Cards, and gifts. Funds are raised from member donations and Ladies Advent by Candlelight as well as drives conducted to collect items for the different organizations in need. Meetings are held in the Community Room monthly from September through December at 7PM on the second Tuesday of the month. Meetings consist of praying the Rosary, Guild matters, and fellowship. All ladies of the parish are invited to join.Read More -
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:00 AMThe men of Knights of Columbus 11581 are excited to share the implementation of Cor, a new formation and fraternal opportunity for the men of our parish. Cor exists to form and strengthen Catholic men in faith and virtue as missionary disciples by drawing them into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer, formation, and fraternity. Cor will be held the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month at 7:00 am in the St. Mary’s community room. This is open to all men of our parish cluster, not just knights. If you have any questions, please reach out to Robert Lothschutz at 616-292-5964.Read More -
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 6:00 PMThe Knights of Columbus #11581 and Saint Mary will be collecting grocery items at the Thanksgiving Liturgy on Wed. November 26 at 6PM. You are encouraged to bring: canned meats, paper products, person hygiene items, laundry soap, etc. Baby food and baby necessities are also in need! Grocery Bags will be collected during the offertory. Groceries will be distributed to local families in need by Coopersville Cares. THANK YOU!Read More -
November 30, 2025 - January 3, 2026Advent Schedule 2025Read More -
Sunday, November 30, 2025, 6:30 PMAll ladies of the community and their Middle School or older daughters are invited to come and start the Advent season with a beautiful candlelit evening. Music of the season be provided by a beautiful hand bell choir. If you are interested in decorating a table, please contact: the parish office. Tickets are $5.00 each.(guests are asked to bring an appetizer or dessert to share) All proceeds raised will be donated to charities supported by the Guild. Donations are being accepted for the raffle.Read More -
Monday, December 1, 2025, 7:00 PMAdvent Lecture Series with Fr Mike Hodges. Scripture Roots of the Sacraments. No registration needed. All are welcome.Read More -
Monday, December 8, 2025, 7:00 PMAdvent Lecture Series with Fr Mike Hodges. Scripture Roots of the Sacraments. No registration needed. All are welcome.Read More
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Tuesday, December 9, 2025OUR LADY OF FATIMA GUILD: is a service-oriented group dedicated to praying the Rosary and helping people in need. Those who benefit from the Guild are St. Mary’s Parish and area organizations. Help is given in many forms: food, clothing, money, friendship, Christmas Cards, and gifts. Funds are raised from member donations and Ladies Advent by Candlelight as well as drives conducted to collect items for the different organizations in need. Meetings are held in the Community Room monthly from September through December at 7PM on the second Tuesday of the month. Meetings consist of praying the Rosary, Guild matters, and fellowship. All ladies of the parish are invited to join.Read More -
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 7:00 AMThe men of Knights of Columbus 11581 are excited to share the implementation of Cor, a new formation and fraternal opportunity for the men of our parish. Cor exists to form and strengthen Catholic men in faith and virtue as missionary disciples by drawing them into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer, formation, and fraternity. Cor will be held the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month at 7:00 am in the St. Mary’s community room. This is open to all men of our parish cluster, not just knights. If you have any questions, please reach out to Robert Lothschutz at 616-292-5964.Read More
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Sunday, December 14, 2025, 3:00 PMIf you love to sing Christmas Hymns or to be surrounded by others who do, please join us for this free event All are Welcome. Christmas Hymn Sing Along with organ, piano, over 20 flutes and your voices.Read More -
Monday, December 15, 2025, 7:00 PMAdvent Lecture Series with Fr Mike Hodges. Scripture Roots of the Sacraments. No registration needed. All are welcome.Read More
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January 22, 2026 - January 25, 2026St. Mary’s & St. Michael’s Parishes National March for Life Trip, Washington DC January 22-25, 2026 This year’s trip is open to all! Let’s fill a bus! I will be working with the Right to Life of Grand Rapids as I’ve done in past years. Any high school-aged students are welcome to join us! I will be coordinating a special side group to ensure a fabulous experience for them. Contact me for special pricing and permission slips. This trip does involve a LOT OF WALKING!! It’s casual-paced but we will be walking on Friday from the hotel to the Rally and then the March is a couple of miles, then we walk back to our hotel. Schedule: Information Packet with exact information will arrive in January. Thursday, Jan. 22: Depart early morning via coach bus, lunch stop, arrive at hotel for night Friday, Jan. 23: • March for Life: 11:00 am Pre-Rally Concert, 12:00 pm Rally, 1:00 pm March • Visit Congressmen’s offices • Night tour of DC/monuments • Spend night at hotel Saturday, Jan. 24: • Sightseeing – free time! Let me know what you are interested in and I can assist with planning and coordinating. The National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is a popular choice (Metro ride required)! • Depart DC approx. 6:00 pm for overnight bus travel back to Grand Rapids (between 6:00 – 8:00 am arrival Sunday morning, Jan. 26, back in GR) Cost: Includes Bus Transportation to/from DC, hotel, tip for driver, DC night tour $ 415 per person – 4 people per room $ 465 per person – 3 people per room $ 545 per person – 2 people per room I will coordinate arranging the rooms/requests to share rooms. I can place you in a room with others to reduce your cost. Additional Money needed for trip: Meals: plan for at least 4 meals (may bring own snacks on bus)(we will bring breakfast!) Sightseeing: most activities we’ve done in past have been free! Many options! Souvenirs Deadline to Sign-up/Pay: November 22, 2025 Contact the Parish Office for more informationRead More
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