St. Michael Catholic Church

05/27/2026

Vacation Bible School is coming to St. Michael Parish June 22–25 from 1:00–4:00pm!

We are looking for volunteers and donations to help make this a great week for our kids. You can sign up to volunteer, donate snacks or supplies, and find more information here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050E44A9AF22AAF49-64300017-hometown

Thank you in advance for helping our VBS program run more efficiently.

05/21/2026

🗳️ St. Michael Parish Council Elections 🗳️

St. Michael Parish Council Elections will be held the weekend of May 30/31. Parishioners will elect two women and two men to serve on the council. All parishioners age 18 and older are encouraged to cast their vote. Election ballots will be available in the pews.

Please keep all candidates in your prayers as they generously offer their time and talents in service to our parish.

✦ Steve Zimmerman
Steve has been a member of St. Michael Parish for 65 years. He and his wife Karen have four adult children, two of whom are members of the parish. Steve hopes to help ensure a thriving and successful parish for all.

✦ Brittany (Holland) Hoying
Brittany and her husband Chip have eight children and reside in Fort Loramie. She is a stay-at-home mom, kindergarten religion teacher, and co-leader of the elementary running club. Brittany has a deep love for the Catholic faith and a strong commitment to supporting parish families in raising saints.

✦ Jay Schulze
Jay was born and raised in Fort Loramie and has been a member of St. Michael Parish for 35 years. He and his wife Erica have two children and are expecting their third this fall. Jay has served the parish through teaching religion, worship leadership, the Education Commission, and CHRP retreats.

✦ Melissa (Eilerman) Bertke
Melissa and her husband Allen have four children. She shares that St. Michael Parish has been foundational to her faith journey and is committed to supporting the continued strength and sense of community within the parish.

✦ Tony Poeppelman
Tony, son of Lavern and Mary Jo Poeppelman, has been a lifelong member of St. Michael Parish. He and his wife Erin have three children. Tony served as a Mass server through high school and says St. Michael’s has always felt like a second home.

✦ Maxine Siegel
Maxine has been a member of St. Michael Parish for nearly 26 years and has been active in youth ministry, CYO coaching, CHRP retreats, and OCIA sponsorship. She is passionate about leadership, fellowship, and continued growth in faith and service to the Church.

Thank you to all who are willing to serve our parish community! 🙏

05/19/2026

A beautiful morning today celebrating May Crowning with all of the Fort Loramie Elementary students! We were also blessed to welcome back some of our recent graduates to join in the celebration. Thank you to everyone who helped make this special tradition so meaningful. 🌸

05/18/2026

Tuesday, May 19th is May Crowning at St. Michael Church at 8:25 am with all the elementary students. We ask students to please bring a flower with them to school/church on Tuesday to lay at the feet of Mary. There aren't many flowers blooming right now, so if you do have flowers, please send them with your child to share with a classmate who may not have any. Thank you!

05/15/2026

11am Mass this weekend we welcome the Fort Loramie graduating class of 2026!
🎓Congratulations and may God bless and guide your journey!!

05/04/2026

Vacation Bible School registrations are still being accepted! Please register by this weekend - MAY 10th!!
LINK to registration forms (for students or volunteers): https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1EXL22uImpqVy7dSBkHxJ0LaQzArfTUxzv6cJjPM-D_g/edit?usp=sharing

You may turn in registrations...
- to your child's CCD class this week
- to the POC porch this week
- collection basket at Mass this weekend!!

Our Hometown Nazareth VBS (aka: Market Place) is shaping up to be a great time!!

Also, we ask that you prayerfully discern if you are able to help serve our parish for this children’s event.
The volunteer survey (survey monkey) for an even easier volunteer sign up is below. Thank you for any help you can provide!
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/M82CRRV

I would like volunteer at : Sacred Heart St. Michael’s Hall St. Peter & Paul Please check all locations and teams that apply. Sacred Heart : June 8 - June 11, 9:30am-12pm St. Michael : June 22 - June 25, 1 - 4 pm St. Peter & Paul : July 6 - July 9, 6 - 8:30pm *Please extend an hour prior to the a....

05/02/2026

This Sunday, May 3rd, is First Communion at the 11am Mass at St. Michael
AND the 9:30am Mass at Sts. Peter & Paul. Masses will be full with family and godparents attending. If you don't have a first communicant and are able to attend a different Mass, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you! 🙏

04/24/2026

There will be a 30-minute prayer service for Katie Overman Berning at 2 pm today at Sacred Heart Church. Please join us if you can! Rose Meyer

04/17/2026

Church Cleaning - Monday, April 20 at 6:00 pm - Even if you did not get a letter asking for help, EVERYONE is encouraged to help. Questions? Call Jane Bornhorst 937-736-3816

02/03/2026

On Saturday, February 7th at 7:00AM there will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at St. Michael Church followed by women’s fellowship at St. Mike’s Place. All women are welcome!