St. Genevieve Parish

06/01/2026

Dear Friends,

“John 3:16.” You see it written on signs at many sporting events. I love that; it’s such an important part of the Bible. The Gospel of John emphasizes the divinity of Jesus and the love of Jesus. We hear in the first John, an important notion about God: God is love and those who live in love, live in God, and God lives in them. The Church in her wisdom has us thinking about God on this Trinity Sunday. God is a mystery. As St. Augustine said, “If you can fully understand it, it’s not God.”

I would like to talk about the real basics about God. Number 1 - there is one. Number 2 - it ain’t you!

John 3:16 bears reflecting on – “God so loved the world that he gave his only son.” God loves us not because we are good, but because God is good. We are made in the image of God. God is kind, understanding, patient, merciful, loving, and forgiving. How are we doing being made in God’s image and likeness?

Humbly,
Fr. Greg Esty

05/30/2026

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05/27/2026

St. Genevieve’s is more than a church—it’s a community that uplifts, welcomes, and serves together.

If you’re looking to get connected or return to church life, we’d love to meet you.

Mass Times
• Saturday – 4:30pm (Live Streamed), Parish Community Center, Centerville
• Sunday – 8:30am, St. John’s Site, Hugo
• Sunday – 10:30am, Parish Community Center, Centerville
• Wednesday – 8:00am, St. Genevieve Church, Centerville
• Reconciliation – Saturdays at 3:30pm, St. Genevieve Church, Centerville

All are welcome. Join us. Learn more at stgens.org

05/23/2026

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05/23/2026

05/19/2026

Vacation Bible School 2026 is officially OPEN for registration!

At Rainforest Falls VBS, kids will discover that God is their creator, their guide, and a safe place in life’s storms.

Join us June 15–19 for an unforgettable week of:
- Music & games
- Jungle-themed fun
- Crafts & activities
- Friendship & community
- Faith-filled learning

St. Genevieve Parish Community Center
9:00 AM – Noon
For ages 3 years old through 5th grade

Middle & high school students are also invited to serve as Crew Leaders and helpers!

$30 per child or $80 per family
Every child receives a VBS t-shirt and every family receives VBS music.

Give your kids a summer destination they’ll remember. Register today for Rainforest Falls VBS at St. Genevieve’s!

Sign up now at https://www.stgens.org/vbs

05/18/2026

Dear Friends,

As I’ve said before there are many questions in the Bible. I have one for you - Which of the apostles makes the strongest statement of belief in Jesus in the new testament?

Doubting Thomas! “My Lord and my God.” He is one of my favorite people. Thomas shows us that having doubts is normal. Having doubts can lead to a deeper faith. The opposite of faith is not doubt; the opposite of faith is certainty.

From the Second Sunday of Easter in the 2024 Little White Book: “Faith is a quest. Faith is also a struggle because faith involves growth, and growth is never easy. …. Faith is never meant to be static and finished. It is intended to grow throughout our lives. To do this we have to have the courage to admit the darkness…and bring it into the light of Christ.”

Alleluia,
Fr. Greg Esty
Reprinted from 4.07.2024

05/16/2026

Sunda May 17, 2026. Onelicense.net A-722014

05/16/2026

Funeral for Michael Capistrant 5/16/26 onelicense.net A-722014