St. John the Baptist Parish in Onaka will have sacred use of the church coming to an end this summer. The parish will celebrate its last Mass on June 13, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. This celebration will allow the parish community to come together formally one last time to celebrate the legacy of St. John the Baptist Parish. Bishop Donald DeGrood will preside along with Fr. Darin Schmidt concelebrating.
The Mass collection will go towards the St. John the Baptist Cemetery Fund. The St. John the Baptist Cemetery Fund will continue to provide for the upkeep and maintenance of the cemetery. Any prayerful consideration for donations is appreciated, whether you can attend or not.
The parish is hosting an open house at St. John the Baptist before Mass, from 1-3:40 p.m. You are invited to walk through the church, take photos, visit the cemetery, share stories with family and friends, etc. Refreshments will be available.
A roast beef dinner will follow Mass at the Onaka City Park. It will be a free will donation event. Any funds donated above and beyond the cost of the meal will be donated to the St. John the Baptist Cemetery Fund.