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
In 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.
Read PostThis June, as we mark the conclusion of the Easter season and the Solemnity of Pentecost, our parish will reflect on the Nicene Creed—our shared profession of faith proclaimed each Sunday. In this Jubilee Year of Hope and the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, may we grow in our understanding and conviction of the words “I believe.”
Read PostFr. Dan reflects on the joy of celebrating his sister's wedding at the Cathedral of Christ the King, a place rich with family and spiritual significance, and on the powerful call to unity and love found in both weddings and the words of Jesus. Echoing Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural homily, he reminds us that true authority flows from self-sacrificing love and fidelity to Christ’s word.
Read PostThis historic moment in the life of the Church calls us to trust in the Holy Spirit and seek the intercession of Mary, Mother of the Church, as we await the election of a new Pope. In Mary—our model of trust, surrender, and mission—we find the perfect guide for living our baptismal call to holiness and discipleship.
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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.
