St. Barbara Catholic Church

06/02/2026

Registration is NOW OPEN!
Totus Tuus – St. Mary Parish, Mt. Vernon
FAITH • FUN • FRIENDS

Our parish, along with the Diocese of Belleville, is thrilled to offer Totus Tuus, a dynamic, week-long summer program for students in grades 1–12!

June 7th–12th
St. Mary Parish, Mt. Vernon
Day Program: 9 am-2:30 pm | Grades 1–6
Evening Program: 6:30 pm - 8:45 pm | Grades 7–12

Registration forms are available in the church office, school office, or online: www.stmarymtvernon.org/totus-tuus

Come join us for an unforgettable week of faith, friendship, and FUN!

05/31/2026

05/28/2026

Summer is underway, and we are gearing up for Vacation Bible School 2026: "Behold, the Lamb of God!" at St. Barbara! There is no cost to register! Everyone will receive a t-shirt and a free meal each day! FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO REGISTER!

https://forms.gle/ZJH1RjuvUctrjnaw9

✨️Students entering Pre-K- 5th grade and welcome to participate!
✨️Jr. High and High School Students are encouraged to help!
✨️Adult Volunteers needed!

Come join us for a wonderful week as we dive one step deeper into our Catholic faith!

05/22/2026

Monday, May 25, at 9:00am - Memorial Day - Ladies Sodality will lead the Rosary at the Cemetery (weather permitting) Please bring your lawn chair

The cemetery has a new flag pole and solar light (thank you, John Kowalski, for your help installing it), and the cross in the cemetery was recently cleaned/painted by Matt, Kevin, and Mindy Trader. Thank you !

05/09/2026

Graduation is not only a celebration of achievement, but also a reminder of God’s faithfulness through every challenge, lesson, and victory along the way. As one chapter closes and another begins, trust that God has a purpose for your future and will continue to guide your path. Walk forward with faith, courage, and confidence knowing He is always beside you.

🎓Congratulations, 2026 Graduates!

Please send a congratulations their way if you see them.

Quinn Gajewski - graduated college (Murray State)
Sophie Trader - graduated college (Murray State)
Gage Peterson - graduated WHS
Brendan Klingler - graduate WHS
Alana Anderson - will graduate on May 17th from MVHS
Morgan Winka - graduated WGS
Boston Williams - graduated WGS
Hagan Gajewski - graduated WGS

05/07/2026

Still looking for volunteers.

Why volunteer at church? ❤️

Volunteering is more than helping out, it’s a way to live your faith. When you serve, you grow closer to Christ, use the gifts God gave you, and help build a welcoming, faith-filled community. Your time and talents make a real difference, whether it’s greeting others, serving at Mass, counting money, leading the rosary, teaching, or cleaning.

Serving together strengthens our church family and sets a beautiful example for our children and future generations.

Consider making this the year you say “yes” to serving where God calls you!

05/04/2026

May crowning