Celebrating “St. Catherine of Siena” after 50 Years! St. Catherine of Siena was born during the outbreak of the plague in Siena, Italy on March 25, 1347. She was the 25th child born to her mother, although half of her brothers and sisters did not survive childhood. Catherine herself was a twin, but her sister did not survive infancy. Her mother was 40 when she was born. Her father was a cloth dyer.

This year, St Catherine of Siena Parish celebrates 50 years of praise and worship of God, ministries and community building. The successes of the past 50 years falls squarely on the faith-filled shoulders of many women, men and children. Families and friends who saw a need, rallied together and found a solution for the common good.

I wish to express my sincere thanks and gratitude for the participation of our parishioners in the Sacred Triduum—Holy Thursday’s Mass of the Lord’s Supper, Good Friday’s Passion of the Lord and our beautiful Seven Last Words, and the Great Easter Vigil—the active participation, the music and the liturgies were beautiful. I thank you all for making our parish experience alive, well and joyful.