Fr. Dan serves as the Associate Pastor at Saint Patrick Parish, his first assignment as a Catholic priest of the Diocese of Superior. Fr. Dan enjoys preaching the Gospel, administering the Sacraments of the Church, and encouraging others to fall in love with God. In his first year at Saint Patrick Parish, Fr. Dan has helped launch a new marriage preparation and formation initiative, taught 5th grade religion at Saint Patrick Catholic School, and offered opportunities for prayer and community among Spanish-speaking Catholics in the area.
“Perfection is not attainable. But if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence.” - Vince Lombardi
As we close October with gratitude for a vibrant month of parish life, we now turn our hearts toward November—a time to remember our beloved dead and reflect on the hope of resurrection. Beginning next weekend, we’ll honor those who have passed and launch Arise, a four-week preaching series on death and dying that invites us to embrace the promise of new life in Christ.
Read PostSaint Patrick Parish is launching The Wednesday Experience, a new approach to religious education that combines evening Mass, youth choir, large and small group formation, reconciliation, and prayer. This shift creates opportunities for all parishioners—youth and adults alike—to deepen their discipleship and grow together as a faith community throughout the week.
Read PostDuring Blessed Solanus Casey Weekend (September 12–15), we will not only honor the life of this humble disciple but also celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, recalling the discovery and veneration of the True Cross. At Saint Patrick Parish, this celebration will be made especially meaningful with the opportunity to venerate our relic of the True Cross, newly placed in a refurbished altar crucifix.
Read PostIn a world that glorifies busyness, Matthew Kelly’s Slowing Down to the Speed of Joy reminds us that our hearts are made not for hurry but for rest in God. As we return to the rhythm of the school year, may we reclaim Sunday as a true day of worship and leisure, the “climax of living.”
Read PostThrough the simple but profound act of sharing meals and friendship—whether with parish families or in groups like Haven—we are reminded that our faith is most deeply lived in community. As Jesus chose to spend time with friends like Martha, Mary, and Lazarus, so too are we called to encounter Him and share His love through genuine human connection and accompaniment.
Read PostSince arriving at Saint Patrick Parish two years ago, we’ve explored core aspects of our faith through four preaching series, culminating this weekend with “Credo” on the Nicene Creed—a powerful statement of belief that renews and unites us. As we celebrate the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, may their witness of faith and martyrdom inspire us to run joyfully, like children, on the “Via del Paradiso,” proclaiming Christ with renewed hearts.
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Saint Patrick Parish's mission is to joyfully proclaim, share, and celebrate the love and mercy of Jesus Christ through Word, Sacraments, prayer, and ministry.
