Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church

03/26/2026

Join us for the annual Way of the Cross on Saturday, March 28! We begin our journey at 7:30 AM at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. During our walk to OLC, we will pray the rosary and stations of the cross.

02/26/2026

We're looking for vendors for the 2026 Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church Craft Show!! This is such a great event every year, and proceeds help Youth Group attend the Steubenville Youth Conference. If you or anyone you know would be interested to be a vendor, email Michelle or apply at https://forms.gle/fMXzfuUW4hfDhWbu8

11/26/2025

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish Office will be closed Thursday and Friday November 27th & 28th in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. We hope you all have a blessed Thanksgiving!!

11/08/2025

The gym is filled with amazing vendors for our 5th annual craft show!! Stop by today and get one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts! Make sure to stop by concessions for breakfast, lunch, or even a snack. Proceeds go towards the Steubenville Youth Conference.

08/21/2025

Please pray for our seminarians!

Introducing our 2025-2026 seminarians! We have 24 men in formation this year. Please keep them in your prayers as they enter into this year and that they remain open to the Lord and continue walking on the path He has laid out for them!

St. John Vianney, pray for us!

08/20/2025

✨ Registration is now open for the 2025–2026 Faith Formation year! ✨

We’re excited to walk with your family as we grow together in faith.

🌟 New this year: Online Registration is available!
Register your children easily by visiting the link below:
https://assumptionbvm.com/church/formation/faith-formation/faith-formation-registration-form/

We can’t wait to see our parish families and students this fall as we share the joy of our Catholic faith!

Pre-school and kindergarteners meet Sunday from 11 a.m. to noon Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for pre-school and kindergarteners meets Thursday from 5:30-7 p.m. Grades 1-7 meeting Thursday 5:30-7 p.m. 8th Grade Confirmation meets Sunday 6:30-8 p.m. Youth Group Grades 6-12 meets Sunday 6:30-8 p.m.....

05/08/2025

HABEMUS PAPAM!
WE HAVE A POPE!

The Conclave elected Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, as the 267th Pope.

Pope Leo XIV was born in Chicago, Illinois making him the second Roman Pontiff from the Americas and the first from the United States of America.

04/21/2025

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. Amen.

Bishop Walkowiak released a statement following the news of the Pope’s death:

“We are saddened by the death of our Holy Father, yet it is fitting that his passing from this life occurred in the Jubilee Year of Hope, which he inaugurated. For our hope in eternal life springs from our faith in the risen Lord.

Pope Francis sought to break down barriers and draw people into an encounter with Christ in the Catholic Church. Like Jesus, he served those whom the world often considered outcasts. He challenged priests to be shepherds with the ‘smell of the sheep,’ and constantly reminded us of the dignity of the unborn, migrants and refugees, and prisoners. He was a man of action, ministering to the homeless in Rome, visiting refugee camps, and washing the feet of prisoners. His pastoral heart, use of relatable language, and witness to serving people on the margins stand as an example for all people.

It is a privilege to be among the first bishops appointed by Pope Francis during his pontificate. His leadership and witness have shaped my episcopal priorities and ministry over these past 11 years.

May Pope Francis now rest in eternal peace. Please join me in praying for the repose of his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed.

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May they rest in peace. Amen.”

https://grdiocese.org/bishop-walkowiaks-statement-on-the-death-of-pope-francis/

04/16/2025

Be a hero and donate blood.
ABVM Parish Blood Drive
Tuesday, April 22 | 1:30-6:30pm
Family Life Center Gym
Click on the link to schedule your appointment
https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11598198

04/02/2025

Wine + Wills: An Introduction to Legacy Planning
Tuesday, April 29, 6 pm at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish

Join the Catholic Foundation of West Michigan for an upcoming seminar dedicated to navigating end-of-life planning from a Catholic perspective. Planning for the future can be a challenging topic, but it is also an essential way to care for loved ones, uphold your faith values, and ensure your wishes are honored.

Enjoy light refreshments and a glass of wine in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere as you learn from legal and spiritual experts. Whether you're just starting to think about end-of-life decisions or looking to refine your plans, this event will equip you with the tools and peace of mind to move forward with confidence.

RSVP today to secure your spot! Let’s turn a difficult conversation into a meaningful journey that reflects faith, love, and stewardship. catholicfoundationwmi.org/wine-wills/

For more information, contact Teresa Reid at the Catholic Foundation of West Michigan at (616) 295-4351 or [email protected].