Holy Trinity Catholic Church

Holy Trinity VBS! July 20th-24th, beginning at 8am each day.

If you have not yet signed your kids up, click here for registration: https://form.jotform.com/261244523258051

VBS will be a wonderful opportunity for your child to grow in faith and community. We are using a Theology of the Body curriculum which focuses on how God created us good, to serve him and others. Children will learn about the beauty of creation and how to better love others, while also joining in games, crafts, and praise and worship.

The cost is $20 a child, which can be dropped off at the parish office.

Our Parish Picnic is Sunday, June 28th, at 5pm. Remember to mark your calendars!

In preparation for the picnic, we need:

“White Elephant” prizes for Bingo. (Books, plants, kitchen gadgets, kids toys--gently used, of course)

“Sweets” for the Cake Walk (brownies, cookies, cakes, sweet breads, etc.)

Volunteers for the Games (Bounce House, Sack Race, Corn Hole, Duck Pond, and MANY more!)

Want to get involved or find out more information? Please call Steve Schomaker @ 417-838-7609

Happy Open Word Wednesday!

"The cup of blessing that we bless,
is it not a participation in the blood of Christ?
The bread that we break,
is it not a participation in the body of Christ?"

─ 1 Corinthians 10:16

"'I am the living bread that came down from heaven;
whoever eats this bread will live forever;
and the bread that I will give
is my flesh for the life of the world.'"

─ John 6:51

"'Amen, amen, I say to you,
unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood,
you do not have life within you. ..
Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood
remains in me and I in him.
Just as the living Father sent me
and I have life because of the Father,
so also the one who feeds on me
will have life because of me."

─ John 6:53,56-57

Readings for Sunday, June 7th, 2026:

First Reading: Deuteronomy 8:2-3, 14b-16a
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17
Gospel Reading: John 6:51-58

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/060726.cfm

USHER TRAINING! Tuesday, June 16th, at 6pm in the church.

If you've ever thought about volunteering as an Usher here at Holy Trinity, we would love to have you there.

Please RSVP to the Parish Office.
Email: [email protected] Or call: 417-883-3440

Our first Young Adults meeting is this Thursday! Join us at 7pm in the Fr. Allen Room.

Link to join the GroupMe: https://groupme.com/join_group/114706659/i8yfbiyO

From the Pastor’s Desk:

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity reminds us that the very life of God is a communion of love — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit living in perfect unity. In today’s Gospel, Jesus reveals this divine love: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son…” (John 3:16). The Trinity teaches us that love is not meant to remain hidden or isolated; it is meant to be shared, lived, and given generously.

This mystery also speaks directly to our parish life. A parish is not simply a building or an organization; it is a family of faith called to reflect the unity and love of the Triune God. Just as the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit live in communion, we too are called to live in harmony with one another — praying together, serving together, and supporting one another in times of joy and difficulty.

The life of the Trinity challenges us to move beyond division, gossip, resentment, or indifference. In every ministry, committee, choir, classroom, and family, we are invited to practice patience, forgiveness, understanding, and mutual respect. When we welcome newcomers, care for the sick and elderly, encourage our young people, and work together with humility, our parish becomes a living reflection of God’s presence.

Families, too, are called to reflect the life of the Trinity through forgiveness, prayer, and sacrificial love. Parents, children, grandparents, and young people strengthen the parish when they bring faith into daily life and become examples of unity at home and in the community.

The Eucharist we celebrate each Sunday gathers us into this divine communion of love. Strengthened by Christ and guided by the Holy Spirit, may our parish continue to grow as a community where all people feel welcomed, valued, and united in faith.

May the Holy Trinity bless our parish with deeper unity, stronger faith, and hearts filled with love for God and for one another.

God bless you and remain Blessed!!

─ Fr. Shoby Mathew

Bishop Rice will be celebrating morning Mass here at Holy Trinity at 9am this Saturday, followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary for peace, in honor of Pope Leo's request that Catholics around the world pray for peace on Saturday, May 30th.

All of you are encouraged to come as you are able.

All 7th-12th graders (upcoming 8th graders to recently graduated seniors) are invited to join our Youth Group Lock-in on the night of Friday, June 26th!

The Lock-in will run from 7pm on June 26th to 7am the morning of June 27th, and will be an incredible opportunity for youth to dive into fellowship, fun, and faith.

Email Emily Knoppe with any questions: [email protected]

Sign up here: https://form.jotform.com/261316122474955

Happy Open Word Wednesday!

"The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ
and the love of God
and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with all of you."

─ 2 Corinthians 13:13

"Moses at once bowed down to the ground in worship.
Then he said, 'If I find favor with you, O Lord,
do come along in our company.
This is indeed a stiff-necked people; yet pardon our wickedness and sins,
and receive us as your own.'"

─ Exodus 34:8-9

"For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world,
but that the world might be saved through him."

─ John 3:17

Readings for Sunday, May 31st, 2026:

First Reading: Exodus 34:4b-6, 8-9
Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 13:11-13
Gospel Reading: John 3:16-18

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/053126.cfm

We got to celebrate Fr. Shoby in a special way on May 9th, for both his 20th Anniversary of Ordination to the Priesthood, as well as his pastoral Installation by Bishop Rice at the 5pm Mass, and the reception that followed.

Thank you so much to everyone who was able to join!!

Please keep Fr. Shoby in your prayers as he continues to strive to minister faithfully in every aspect in which he serves--here at Holy Trinity Parish in Springfield, at St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Nixa MO , and with the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau