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Category: Messages from Fr. Kevin

St. Thomas Becket…a National Holiday?

St. Thomas Becket…a National Holiday?

Posted on January 9, 2021January 6, 2021 by FHC
December 29th is the feast of St. Thomas Becket. Thomas Becket lived in England in the 1100s, where under King Henry II of England he served as Chancellor. Becket was a very worldly man who loved the ... Read More
Bible in a Year Podcast

Bible in a Year Podcast

Posted on January 8, 2021January 8, 2021 by FHC
Looking for a new year’s resolution? How about reading the entire Bible this year! But you don’t have to do it alone. Fr. Mike Schmitz is hosting Ascension’s Bible in a Year Podcast, whi... Read More
Revelation Session 7: Victory and the New World

Revelation Session 7: Victory and the New World

Posted on December 31, 2020January 10, 2021 by FHC
Watch the video of Session 7 on our Live Stream Page. Links for Session 7: Session 7 – Victory and the New World... Read More
We Three Kings

We Three Kings

Posted on December 31, 2020December 31, 2020 by FHC
Little is known about these magi from the East. Being “magi” we know they were well-educated scholars (and thus likely from a royal family…hence sometimes called “Kings”). There are a number... Read More
The Year of St. Joseph

The Year of St. Joseph

Posted on December 27, 2020December 30, 2020 by FHC
This weekend we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family, where we remember not only Jesus born of Mary, but also remember St. Joseph, the guardian and protector of the Holy Family, and his role in the ... Read More
Revelation Session 6: The Woman and the Dragon

Revelation Session 6: The Woman and the Dragon

Posted on December 20, 2020December 20, 2020 by FHC
Watch the video of Session 6 on our Live Stream Page. Links for Session 6: Revelation Session 6: The Woman and The Dragon!... Read More
Revelation Session 5: The Two Witnesses

Revelation Session 5: The Two Witnesses

Posted on December 20, 2020December 20, 2020 by FHC
Watch the video of Session 5 on our Live Stream Page. Link for Session 5: Revelation Session 5: The Two Witnesses... Read More
The Incarnation of Christ

The Incarnation of Christ

Posted on December 19, 2020December 30, 2020 by FHC
As we prepare to enter into the Christmas season this week and celebrate the Incarnation of Christ, I share with you the following reflection that I wrote, while on pilgrimage in Bethlehem, visiting t... Read More
Entering Advent with the Blessed Virgin Mary

Entering Advent with the Blessed Virgin Mary

Posted on December 12, 2020December 30, 2020 by FHC
There are many layers to the “waiting” in Advent. But one of those layers of waiting is waiting with Mary as she awaits the birth of her Son who is also the Messiah and Savior (and any mother out ... Read More
Statement from the Iowa Bishops on COVID Vaccine

Statement from the Iowa Bishops on COVID Vaccine

Posted on December 4, 2020December 6, 2020 by FHC
 Click here to read the full statement from Iowa’s bishops.... Read More
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Cancellations for Sunday, March 15

  • St. Mary, Ackley – 8:30 AM Mass is cancelled for March 15.
  • St. Mark, Iowa Falls – events will take place as scheduled: 5:00 PM Stations, 5:30 PM Mass, and 6:30 PM Foundations of Faith.