St Michael Poplar Springs Catholic Church

St Michael Poplar Springs Catholic Church Church of good people and great truth! St. Michael’s Church was founded in 1879 by an unknown priest—at least he said he was a priest.

This mystery man dressed in the attire of a Catholic clergyman, approached Mr. Kuhn, who owned property on what is now Hardy Road and St. Michael’s Road, and requested that Mr. Kuhn let him use his residence to say Mass. He told Mr. Kuhn, who was not a Catholic, that Pope Leo had recently proclaimed that “Wherever there were Catholics with no church to worship in, Mass should be celebrated once a

month during Lent.” This was not true, but Mr. Kuhn not knowing differently, agreed to the use of his home. The young priest ate dinner with the Kuhn family and left the next morning. He was never heard from again. Mr. Kuhn checked with the bishop, but no one had any idea who the “young priest” was, where he came from or where he went. However, thinking the priest would return, Mr. Kuhn proceeded to advertise in Mt. Airy and Woodbine, that Mass would be celebrated the following Sunday. Twenty Catholics gathered as planned on two succeeding Sundays, but a priest never arrived. So the group just sang hymns. Hoping to get a priest on a regular basis. Kuhn contacted the bishop, the superior of St. Charles College in Baltimore and the rector of Woodstock College. The Rev. Charles Ferrari, S.J. was sent to look into the matter and became the first priest to say Mass for the small gathering at Mr. Kuhn’s home. At this time, Mr. Kuhn and two of his children were baptized. Kuhn then donated the ground for both the church and cemetery which are still here today. On June 12, 1880, the cornerstone was laid for St. Michael’s Church (the building now known as the “Small Church”). On October 18, 1880 the first Mass was celebrated by Rev. Edward I. Devitt, who three years later became St. Michael’s first regular pastor.

09/06/2026

St. Michael Poplar Springs
Mt. Airy, MD
September 6, 2026

08/30/2026

St. Michael Poplar Springs
Mt. Airy, MD
August 30, 2026

PATHWAYS CATECHIST AND VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!!!!All our recruiting this summer has been a great success. As of last week w...
08/25/2026

PATHWAYS CATECHIST AND VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!!!!

All our recruiting this summer has been a great success. As of last week we have 129 families registered. This includes 119 youth being confirmed and 32 kids receiving first reconciliation and communion. These numbers are a testament to the importance our parish community places on ensuring our children are raised in the catholic faith.

So that leads us to what will hopefully be our next great accomplishment...finding catechists and volunteers to help run these programs so that these 129 families can encounter and continue to grow in their relationship with our Lord.

WHO can help? - anyone over the age of 18 who is not already enrolled to participate in the SEEK portion of Pathways that begins this week. Even a strong junior or senior in high school is welcome too!

The biggest need is for catechists and their assistants -
I have 3 of 10 catechists/assistants needed for K-5
I have 2 of 4 needed for MS
I have 3 of 6 catechists needed for HS.

Each of these roles is a commitment of coming to church 4 times over the next 2 months. Prep is minimal as all the lesson plans are scripted with what exactly to say and do. All materials needed are purchased and gathered by me. There are also other roles with less commitment that need to be filled as well, like hospitality or hall monitors.

Time is of the absolute essence.
Classes start this Sunday, August 30!
Please prayerfully discern and reach out to see how best we can use your time and talent to make this new undertaking a success.

Please call Beth Hogg - 240 437 3673 or send an email ([email protected]) if you are considering helping so we can chat!

Thank you!!!

Beth Hogg
Coordinator of Children's Faith Formation

08/23/2026

St. Michael Poplar Springs
Mt. Airy, MD
August 23, 2026

Congratulations to Hunter and Meagan James!!
08/21/2026

Congratulations to Hunter and Meagan James!!

08/21/2026
May the Angels lead you into paradise, Mary Jane!Funeral arrangements are below:
08/17/2026

May the Angels lead you into paradise, Mary Jane!

Funeral arrangements are below:

Mary Jane Brett, 92, of Mt. Airy, Maryland passed peacefully on August 14, 2026. She was from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, one of 11 children born to the late Lawrence and Aurelia (Bach) Schuster.

She was employed by the Social Security Administration in Woodlawn until the family transferred to Frankfurt, Germany, where she worked with the Department of the Army.

Always seeking new activities, Mary Jane enjoyed European travel, quilting, bowling, swimming, oil and decorative painting, and baking. Her kitchen cookie jar was the first stop for many a family member. She had a beautiful singing voice, was a member of the Sweet Adeline’s in Milwaukee, and sang in her church choir.

Committed to community, Mary Jane was a life member of the auxiliaries of the American Legion Gold Star Post 191 and of VFW Counties Four Post 10076, Mount Airy. She served in numerous capacities at St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church in Poplar Springs, which included President of the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary 10026 for four terms. For her involvement and dedication, she was awarded the Archdiocesan “Medal of Honor” by Bishop Francis Malooly.

She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Arthur Brett, and by eight of her brothers and sisters.

Surviving are her daughters Mary Bare of North Carolina (husband Roger), Jean Vaccarino of New Windsor, Michelle Digesare of New York, grandchildren Brian O’Neil, Jaime (Emery) Lucier, Christina (Bryan) Pritchett, Samantha (Austin) Lowe, Amy (Beau) Horning, Michael (Erin) Vaccarino, Angela (Dusty) Derr, Katherine (Joe) Malizia, Kellie (Jason) Koster, Suzanne (Christopher) Milligan, 23 great-grandchildren, multiple nieces and nephews, and dear friend and spiritual advisor, Father Kurt Klismet.

Mary Jane will most be remembered for her faith, true love of life, and love and devotion to family.

Visitation with the family will be held from 1–3 p.m. and from 5–7 p.m. on Thursday, August 20, at Burrier-Queen Funeral Home and Crematory located at 1212 W Old Liberty Rd., Sykesville, MD. On Friday, August 21, Mass will be offered at 11:00 a.m. at St. Michael’s Church (in the gym due to construction) at 1125 St. Michael’s Rd., Mount Airy, MD, with interment at the Pine Grove Cemetery in Mount Airy, and gathering back at the church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Sisters of Bon Secours, 1525 Marriottsville Rd., Marriottsville, MD 21104, or to: The Trinitarians, PO Box 1828, Sykesville, MD 21784.

Online condolences at www.Burrier-Queen.com.

08/16/2026

St Michael Poplar Springs
Mt. Airy, MD
August 16, 2026

Deacon Daniel is back!He’ll move to Mt. St. Mary’s Seminary tomorrow ready to roll for his final semester!
08/15/2026

Deacon Daniel is back!
He’ll move to Mt. St. Mary’s Seminary tomorrow ready to roll for his final semester!

This Saturday, August 15, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Since it falls on a S...
08/13/2026

This Saturday, August 15, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Since it falls on a Saturday this year, it is not a Holy Day of Obligation in the United States. Nevertheless, I encourage you to join us for Mass at 9:00 a.m. in the Multipurpose Room as we celebrate Mary’s entrance into heavenly glory. Her unwavering faith and trust in God continue to inspire us to keep our eyes fixed on Christ.

Fr. Paul

Address

1125 St Michaels Road
Mount Airy, MD
21771

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 4pm - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 1:30pm

Telephone

(410)4897667

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