• Please remember to your hands frequently, and view Mass online if you show symptoms.
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  • Seven Days Sanctuary Lamp Devotion: The Sanctuary Lamp which burns in the Sanctuary of our church, the reminder of the Lord’s Presence in the Most Holy Eucharist, will continue to burn throughout this coming week.
  • Bishop’s Appeal: This year’s theme, “Strengthening Our Church, Transforming Lives,” invites us to support the mission of the church and help bring healing, hope, and new life to our communities.
    • This Easter, we rejoice in the promise of new life and renewed hope through the Resurrection. As we celebrate the Risen Lord, let us continue to bring His light to others through our support of the 2026 Bishop’s Appeal.
    • Your generosity sustains Catholic Education, Outreach through Catholic Charities, and the Evangelization Mission of our Diocese. Together, we renew hope in hearts and transform lives across the Virgin Islands.
    • Thank you for sharing the joy of Easter through your faithful support.
    • Our parish goal is $35,000. We are all encouraged to make this goal.
    • “And let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due season we shall reap.” —(Galatians 6:9)
  • Offertory: Our collection the weekend of April 4 – 5, 2026 was $12,282.50. See the bulletin for the breakdown. Thank you for your generosity.
  • Altar Flowers: Parishioners are encouraged to assist in beautifying the church by sponsoring flowers for any special event. Please contact the office of your intent.
  • Month of April: April is the month of Divine Mercy.
  • From the Pastor’s Desk: Beloved brother and sisters, at the last Parish Pastoral Council held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, it was decided that the celebration of the 50th anniversary of Holy Family Church will take place on June 20 and 21, 2026, namely the June 20, lunch gala at upper Columban Hall and on June 21 a pontifical Mass celebrated by his Excellency Jérôme Feudjio, Bishop of the Diocese of Saint Thomas. While I invite us all for his good spiritual and maternal preparation, any good initiative that can help us in this regard will be welcomed. More information will follow. God bless you. Father Modeste Digwou, Parish Administrator.
    • We say thank you to all those who have already returned their Bishop Appeal and encourage those who have not yet done so to do so.
    • Thank you to all those who attended for the cleaning of the church and all the groups involved in the preparation of the Easter holidays.
    • During this Easter time, priests will make themselves available to visit the families of the parish and bless the houses and families. Fill out the form at the back of the church or call the church office to register.
    • The empty bottle at the back of the Church welcomes all your coins. Thank you for your good intentions.
    • Let us pray for our bishop Jérôme Feudjio, who will celebrate this Friday in Maryland his 5th anniversary of Episcopate and his 70th birthday at the same time. His thanksgiving for his healing follows his recent operation.
  • Thank you to the gentlemen who volunteered to have their feet washed at the Holy Thursday Mass.
  • Raffle Drawing: Fr. Ronan conveys his sincere appreciation for your support of the Sts. Peter & Paul School fundraising effort. Winning Prizes: 1st prize – $10,000 #13145; 2nd prize – $3,000 #01109; 3rd prize $1,500 #03299; 4th prize $1,000 #12385; 5th prize $500 #01115
  • Thank You to Oliver “Bobby” Williams for painting the pews located outside of the church and his continued assistance around the church. May God continue to bless you.
  • Divine Mercy Sunday will take place at Our Lady of Perpetual Help on Sunday, April 12, 2025 at 3:00 pm.
  • Special Collection: A special collection will be taken up for the air conditioning project the weekend of April 18 – 19, 2026 at all Masses. Thank you for your generosity.
  • Healing Mass: The next healing Mass will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026—6:00 pm at the Shrine (weather permitting).
  • Wednesday Masses: Every Wednesday, noon time (12 o’clock) Mass will be celebrated. The 7:00 am Mass will continue to be celebrated.
  • Cassi Hill: During Lent, Friends of Cassi Hill will not have their regular meeting.
  • A/C Project: To date, we have advanced $226,147.97. The remaining balance for completion of the project is $304,017.33, not including construction labor. Fr. Modeste is encouraging any initiative from parishioners and visitors that can help us raise additional funds. Please support our project, which is in progress.
  • Air Conditioning Installation: Parishioners and visitors are being asked to redouble your efforts to support the project, which is becoming costly and demanding given everything that is needed to complete this project: the units, electricity, doors, generator, and other items. Fr. Modeste is encouraging any initiative that can help us raise additional funds. Among other things, the completion of this project will be a gift for the celebration of our parish’s 50th  anniversary. Envelopes are still available.
  • Prayers for Our Sick and Homebound: Please call the Parish Office if you are being admitted to the hospital or require Communion or Anointing of the Sick.
    • Updated information is needed on the status of the parishioners presently listed in the bulletin. If you’re a family member or know any of the individuals listed, please contact the church office. Also, if you’re aware of any sick or shut-in parishioners who are not mentioned in the bulletin, contact the church office.
  • Magnificat: Parishioners are encouraged to purchase the monthly issue of the Magnificat, available at the gift shop for $10.00.
  • Church Registration: If you are not registered as church member, please do so now. Adult children in households must register separately. Also, if you have relocated or if your mailing address has changed, please update it at the church office any Wednesday.
  • Catholic Charities of the Virgin Islands helps the underserved. Gently used clothing, furniture, or mobility aids are always appreciated, as are in-kind services, food products, including vegetables, utilizing our barrel at The Market in Tutu Park Mall. For additional information, contact us at catholiccharitiesvi.org or call 340-777-8518. Thank you!
  • Columban Hall:
    • Before removing items/furniture from the halls, permission must be obtained from the parish administrator or the church office.
    • Before scheduling any event in the upper Hall, please contact the church office to inquire of the availability for use.
  • Church reminders:
    • No eating of snacks, cookies, candies, of gum chewing is allowed in church.
    • Take empty/full water bottles, facial tissues, and paper wrappings with you when leaving.
    • Place Bibles and hymnals in pew pockets in the upright position.
  • Hospitality Lounge: Please continue to support the lounge. Donations of sandwiches, pastries and juices are accepted.
  • Eucharistic Ministry: Thanks to Felecinne Marcellin who accepted to lead the group for the interim.
  • Gift Shop: Please visit and support our gift shop on Wednesday, Saturday, or after the
    Sunday morning Masses. There are various religious items on sale. Jubilee T-Shirts are available at the gift shop for $35 regular and $40 rash guard (long sleeve).
  • Hospitality Lounge: Thank you to all the parishioners who continue to contribute and support the Lounge.
  • Restrooms: Let’s keep our restrooms clean at all times. DO NOT flush any other product apart from toilet tissue down the toilet. Thank you!
  • CCD Religious Education/Faith Formation: CCD classes take place every Saturday from 9:00 am – 12 noon.
  • Office Hours:
    • Sunday and Monday: Office closed
    • Tuesday – Friday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
    • Saturdays: 9:00 am – 12:00 noon
  • Wednesdays: The church will be open every Wednesday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.
  • Poor Box: at the entrance of the Church.
  • Food Drive: Catholic Charities of the Virgin Islands is seeking food donations to support those in need within our St. Thomas/St. John community. You can drop off your donations at any of the church offices during office hours or bring them with you to Sunday Service. For more information, please call (340) 777-8518.
  • Catechesis: Follow in the bulletin to enhance your spirituality.
  • Church cleaning: We need volunteers to reinforce the church cleaning teams. Please join one of these teams.
    • 1st week : Haitian group (Friday evening)
    • 2nd week: Haitian group (Friday evening)
    • 3rd week: Dominican group (Friday evening)
    • 4th week: Viola group (Saturday morning)
    • 5th week: Viola group (Saturday morning)
  • Breast Cancer Patient and Survivor Support Group meets the second Tuesday of every month from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at the Wesley Methodist Church Educational Complex.
  • Sacrament of Infant Baptism: Pre-Baptism classes will be held Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the lower Columban Hall, starting Tuesday, February 20, 2024. A minimum of 4 classes is required. Register your child now.
  • Saint Vincent de Paul Youth Conference: The SVdP Youth conference provides an excellent organization in which young people can grow spiritually as well as give service. It is an opportunity for Youth to use their talents to make a difference in others’ lives. We invite the young people of the parish to join the Society.
  • Hospitality Lounge: We’re asking for your support of the lounge. You are invited to join us every Sunday after Mass to share a moment of fellowship. Please contact Hilda Celestine, Lounge Manager, at 340-227-1219 with your donations.
  • Weekday Offerings: Collections will be taken up at the 7 am Wednesday Masses and feast days.
  • The Holy Family Prayer Group meets every Monday in the church from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Everyone is welcome to join in praise and worship and intercessory prayers as we lift our personal petitions and those of the entire Church community to the Lord.
  • Holy Water: Parishioners are asked to refrain from filling large bottles at the holy water container. Appropriate bottles (8 ounces) are available for sale at the office.
  • Maintenance Person: We continue to seek a maintenance person, with a good knowledge about plumbing and electricity works, in good health and fear of God. Let all parishioners help to have someone in this position.
  • Mass Schedule Change: Effective July 3, 2023, there is no Monday Mass, and Friday Mass has returned to 7:00 am. We apologize for any inconvenience these changes may cause. Please note: the Charismatic Prayer Group continues to meet on Monday evenings at 6:30 pm in the church; all are encouraged to attend.
  • The Catholic Voice—Every Wednesday at 5:00 pm: We are pleased to announce that our diocese has been blessed with a new weekly television and radio program, titled “The Catholic Voice.” We will be airing our program every Wednesday at 5:00 pm and replay on Sunday at 1:30 pm on television, and on Sundays at 6:00 pm on CBN (Caribbean Super Station) radio frequency 90.9 FM to promote our mission, visions and its objectives. Tune in!
  • Altar Servers: The Holy Family Parish is in need of additional Altar Servers to serve at its various masses. Training for current and new Altar Servers are held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturdays, following the CCD classes. Please contact Mr. Austin Walters if your child has made 1st Communion and is willing to serve in this important ministry. Applications can be found in the back of the church.
  • Church Announcements: Effective immediately, all church announcements must be submitted to the Church Office via email by Tuesday. Announcements received after this time will not be accepted.
  • Sons of Abraham: The men of our church continue to meet on Thursdays, at 6:00 p.m. in the Lower Columban Hall.
  • Personal Items: Please note the Church is not responsible for any personal items left in the church. Parishioners are being asked to check for items before exiting the church.
  • Devotional Candles: Good news! The candles are here! You can purchase your candles(s) at the Sacristy (before or after Mass) or at the office. Candle sale is limited to five (5) candles per person; candles will not be sold by the case. We thank you for your cooperation and your patience while awaiting the arrival and delivery of the candles.
  • Offertory Envelopes: Parishioners who are not registered for envelopes are invited to do so at the office.
  • Ministry Meetings: Ministry Leaders are being asked to give the office a courtesy call if your ministry will not be meeting on its scheduled date. This is to ensure that the gates will not remain open unnecessarily.
  • Price Increases: Parishioners be advised of the following increases: Eternal Candle is now $25, Weddings $800, and Funerals $600. These increases are effective July 1, 2022.
  • Parish Activities and COVID-19 Protocols’ Update
    • Columban Hall
      • No need to seek Department of Health’s permit if you have less than 1000 guests attending the event.
    • Holy Mass
      • No temperature check at the church doors.
      • Effective Christmas Midnight Holy Mass, there will be two lectors assigned to proclaim the Word of God at Holy Mass.
    • Funeral Services
      • Viewing in church and Rite of Committal at the cemetery resumed on December 23rd’s funeral service.
      • Please note social distancing, mask wearing, and personal efforts to mitigate the spread of the disease are still required.
  • Ministry of the Word: Sign up: Registration for new members is in progress. Please consider joining this ministry by signing up your name on the sheet provided on the desk at the rear of the Church. Existing lectors do not need to sign up again.
  • Gratitude: We have been receiving offertory envelops from our home bound parishioners by mail and hand delivery. We thank you for keeping up with your sacrificial commitment. We also extend our thanks to our online contributors. May God reward your generosity.
  • Protection of Children: The Diocese of St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands is committed to protecting children from all harm. If you have knowledge of any member of the clergy or other church worker who may have abused a minor, please contact the diocesan child protection coordinator, Callista Julien at 340-772-4214.
  • Pastoral Letter: A message from Bishop Jerome Feudjio, June 2021.
  • Parish Accountant: We welcome onboard Ms. Penrose Gardiner as our new Church Accountant. The imperative need to improve and update our accounting system services has added a significant load of works that exceeds the available time for Mona who served in this capacity for many years as a volunteer. Taking this opportunity to thank her for her service and for facilitating a smooth transition. God bless you!
  • Holy Water Fountain: Holy Water Fountain is available at Marian Side. Please note, Holy Water is a sacramental; kindly refrain yourself from using drinking water bottle to keep Holy Water; instead use Holy Water bottle. Holy Water bottles are available for sale in our Gift Store.
  • Weekend Offerings Appeal: In view of the current financial challenge our parish is facing to meet its financial obligation, I prayerfully urge parishioners to discern ways you can do to help your church during this time by maintaining your offertory commitment. As it is now, Sunday collection is the sole revenue we rely on to meet our financial obligation. We thank you for considering this sacrificial commitment.
  • Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD) Classes: Classes are held every Saturday during the school year and begin with attendance and instruction in the lower level of Columban Hall at 9:00 a.m.
  • Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Classes: RCIA is the journey of faith by which interested persons become members of the Roman Catholic Church. The program instructs adults to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church through Baptism and/or Confirmation and Holy Communion. To register, please call the church office at (340) 775-1650.
  • Candles: Please note that the cost for candles is now five dollars ($5.00) each.
  • Catholic Charities: Are you behind on your rent or utility bills due to the COVID-19? The Emergency Rental Assistance Program has been created just for you. If your income was reduced due to layoff, less hours or you had to stay home due to COVID-19, please call Catholic Charities of the Virgin Islands at 340-777-8518 or info@catholiccharitiesvi.org.
    Who is eligible:
    • Household owes at least one month of rent or utility bill or anticipates need for future rental assistance.
    • One or more household members at risk of homelessness due to non-payment of rent.
    • Household head or co-head suffered loss of income due to COVID-19.
    • Household annual income is at or below 80% of area median income.
  • Church Bulletin: Please be reminded that the church bulletin can be viewed or accessed online at www.holyfamilystt.com or via myParish app. Access the App Store, download the myParish App, and then put in the name of your parish (Holy Family). Please be guided accordingly.
  • On Line Giving: Visit our website: www.holyfamilystt.com and select online giving. Holy Family offers a mobile version of our online giving page to make it easy for you to give anytime from your smart phone, using “GIVE PLUS” mobile app. Thanks to all those who are using online giving; may God continue to bless you richly.
  • Devotional Candles: Please be reminded that blue and red globes are provided for you to place your candles. If the globes are all filled, please refrain from putting your candles on the shelf of our Blessed Mother and the shelf of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
  • Televised Mass: Sunday mass is streamed on Cathedralvi.com and televised on channel 7 on Sunday at 10 a.m. from the cathedral. Also every weekday morning at 7:00 a.m. mass is televised and streamed from the cathedral.
  • Let us all continue to practice social distancing and pray for each other.
  • Holy Family Registration: Parishioners who are 18 years and older are invited to register at the Church Office as well as become active and contributing members. We would like to maintain an up-to-date listing of all Holy Family parishioners. Registration also helps in providing quick services for the request and proof of miscellaneous church letters for individuals, Baptism, Confirmation, etc.
  • At Holy Family: Please check out our new website at www.holyfamilystt.com and our Facebook page at Holy Familyvi.
    (1) Log on to FORMED.ORG/REGISTRATION then use the parish code QMPGC4. (2) MYPARISHAPP: Access the App Store, download the MYPARISH APP, put in the name of your parish (Holy Family).
  • Online Giving: Visit our website: www.holyfamilystt.com and select Online Giving from the main menu or Support our parish at the bottom of the page. Holy Family offers a mobile version of our online giving page to make it easy for you to give anytime from your smart phone, using “GIVE PLUS” mobile app. Thanks to all those who are using online giving; may God continue to bless you richly.
  • RCIA: Adults who wish to join the Catholic church or know their faith more are encouraged to attend classes on Wednesdays, at 7:00 p.m. in Lower Columban Hall.