UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Apr 30 — Choir Rehearsal, 7:30 PM, Church. New singers welcome.

  • May 2 — First Saturday Mass, 12:00 PM.

  • May 2 — Confirmation Retreat, 9:00 AM, Parish Hall. Candidates, sponsors, and parents.

  • May 3 Baptism Class 11:45-ED Bldg

  • May 3 World Youth Day Meeting 12:30pm-FH

  • May 5 Knights of Columbus Meeting 6:30pm-FH

  • May 5 Confirmation 7pm

  • May 6 OCIA Inquiry 7pm-FH

  • May 7 Oblates 11:30am –SH

  • May 7 Council of Catholic Women 6:3pm-SH

  • May 9/10 Altar Server Training

  • The diocesan collection this weekend May 2-3rd, is Home Missions. Donations support pastoral services, religious education, evangelization, maintenance of mission parishes, and the training of seminarians and lay ministers.

Statue of the Virgin Mary with hands clasped in prayer, surrounded by white and blue flowers, with the text "Month of Mary" and a prayer for faith, hope, and love.

May arrives with a kind of quiet splendor - flowers in full bloom, longer days filled with soft light, and the sense that the world is coming alive again. It is no surprise that the Church, attentive to both nature and grace, chose this month of beauty to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary, the One in Whom God’s grace blossomed most perfectly. As May reflects life, growth, and renewal, Mary reflects the fullness of spiritual life: humility, purity, and a wholehearted “yes” to God. For centuries, the faithful have turned to Her this season with devotion, seeing in Her a model of what it means to receive and nurture Christ in our own lives. This devotion is deeply personal - because perhaps the most human thing about Jesus is that He loves His Mother, and if He loves Her, then we are not mistaken in loving her too. After all, as the Body of Christ, She is not only His mother, but ours as well.

Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for us.

Colorful invitation poster for a women's baby shower hosted by the Council of Catholic Women to benefit Catholic Community Services, St. Martha's Project, on May 7th at 6:30 pm in the Social Hall, featuring images of a rubber duck, baby bottle, baby clothes, and children holding cupcakes, with a list of needed items and activities included.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • A man swinging a golf club on a lush green golf course with trees and hills in the background, under a partly cloudy sky.

    Fairways of Hope

    Golf with the Bishop!! May 1st, 2026

    Registration at 7 am / Shot Gun at 8 am

    Fairways of Hope Sponsored by the Give Me a Chance, A Daughters of Charity Ministry will be on May 1, 2026 the The Barn Golf Course.

    305 West Pleasant View Dr. North Ogden

    Every free $125/player, $500/4 man team, includes free fee, cart, launch, prizes.

  • Group of eleven people, mostly women and two men, standing in front of a large religious statue of a saint holding a cross, inside a church or community center with plaques and banners on the walls.

    Pilgrimage to Saint Francis of Assisi

    On Monday, celebrating of the Year of St. Francis, the Altar Society made a beautiful pilgrimage to St. Francis of Assisi in Orem. The day was full of faith and fellowship, with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, and quiet time spent in prayer and meditation. It was a meaningful opportunity to step away from routines and grow closer to God thru the example of St. Francis. The pilgrimage concluded with lunch. If you would like more info about the Altar Society or would like to join, contact the office.

  • A religious painting depicts a bearded man with a halo, dressed in a dark robe, holding a golden staff, with one hand raised in blessing.

    Oblates meeting

    Thursday, May 7th at 11:30am in the Social Hall. We will be discussing the handout from the Sisters mission presentation on forgiveness. Then the retreat is scheduled for Wednesday, June 3rd in Park City.

  • A religious pendant featuring a crucifix of Jesus Christ, with decorative elements and red gemstones.

    The Traveling Crucifix for Vocations

    The Family That Prays Together, Stays Together.

    The Traveling Crucifix for
    Vocations is available for you and
    your family to take home for the
    month. Sign-up sheets and boxes
    with the crucifixes are in the church left of the Altar. The Traveling Crucifix for Vocations is a simple yet powerful program that uses a beautiful, free-standing crucifix to inspire daily prayer for vocations to the priesthood and consecrated religious life.

  • A string of brown prayer beads with a small crucifix resting on open pages of a Bible, showing Psalm 121.

    KOFC Rosary

    Knights of Columbus

    will lead the Rosary Sat. May 9, 4:30pm

    Sun. May 10, 7:30am & 10:00am Please Join Us!

  • A Bingo game card with numbers and a blue marker placed on the number 24, set on a red, green, and white plaid fabric background.

    Bingo Night

    Last Bingo until Fall

    knights of Columbus Bingo Night

    Thursday, May 14, in the Social Hall

    Doors Opens for supper at 5pm.

    Bingo start at 6pm.

    Fun for the Parish and the Family.

  • Close-up of a man's face with glasses, beard, and mustache, wearing a black shirt with white specks, smiling against a brownish background.

    Ordination Mass of Deacon Luiz

    June 19th, 2026

    You are cordially invited to join Fr. Joseph and fellow parishioners June 19, 2026
    as we celebrate the

    Ordination Mass

    of Deacon Luiz

    - an occasion of great joy and significance for our parish!

    Additional information and a sign-up sheet are available in the gathering space.

    We warmly encourage all parishioners to participate in this special celebration.

  • Young girl with blonde hair tied in a bun, wearing a braid headband, and praying with hands clasped and eyes closed during an outdoor gathering.

    Keeping Kids Catholic

    Are you wondering how to keep the Catholic faith alive and relevant for your children as they approach high school and beyond? Join fellow Catholic parents for a roundtable discussion as we share ideas, experiences, and resources for nurturing and strengthening our children’s faith during the teen years.

    Together we’ll brainstorm ways to support them in staying rooted in the Catholic faith as they grow. April 18, 2026 beginning at 6:30 pm in the Social Hall. Adults only, please.

    Please RSVP by visiting

    TinyURL.com/KeepingKidsCatholic

  • Smiling man in cream-colored religious robe inside church or cathedral with colorful ornate background.

    Diocesan Development Drive

    The Diocese of Salt Lake City has been blessed by the recent ordination of Kenneth Parsad. We are looking forward to the ordination of Jaime Zuazo and Jose Luis Gomez Diaz this summer. The education of these two men is due in part to the kindness and generosity of many parishioners who give annually to the Diocesan Development Drive. Please support our five seminarians by giving to the 2026 Diocesan Development Drive. Our quota this year is $157,200. There are DDD pledge forms on the table in the back of the church, you can do a one- time gift or make a pledge to support Church and community!

  • Scrabble tiles arranged to spell 'LIFTING' and 'OTHERS' on a white background.

    In need of Volunteers - OCIA

    Sponsors play an important role guiding candidates on their journey of faith, offering guidance, encouragement, and prayerful support.

    Seeking committed parishioners to serve as sponsors for the large number of people joining the Church.

    If you are a practicing Catholic in good standing and feel called to this meaningful ministry, we would love to hear from you!

    To volunteer or get more info, contact:

    Nelda at 801-675-5407 or 801-774-9817

  • A baby being baptized with water poured over their head by a priest, during a religious ceremony in a church.

    HOLY FAMILY BAPTISM POLICY

    Baptism preparation classes are required for parents and godparents. They are held the first Sunday of the month from 11:45 am to 1:45 pm in the Parish Center. If another parish offers the class at a time more convenient for you, please make sure the parish sends us a letter or certificate of completion. Godparents must provide a letter of good standing with the Catholic Church from their home parish.

    Baptisms may take place either during a weekend Mass or on the third Sunday of the month at 12:30 pm. To schedule a Baptism during Mass or at a different time, please contact Fr. Joseph.

  • Bible Study the Gospel of Mark

    Bible Study the Gospel of Mark

    Join us for a 9 week study beginning Tuesday, January 6th at 9:30am or Thursday January 8th, at 6:30 pm in the Bishop Federal room. For more information, please contact Janet Howerton. Details of the bible study on FORMED.

  • A person sitting and holding an open book with text, with a cup of coffee or tea in their other hand. A small green plant is visible nearby.

    Wednesday Inquiry

    Wednesday Inquiry:

    A time for questions about Faith or to begin the process of becoming Catholic.

    7pm in the Parish Center

  • A gold monstrance with intricate details, including angel figures, and a circular space in the center for holding the Eucharist, used in religious ceremonies.

    In need of Adorers

    A Time to Pray

    There is only one parishioner signed up for Tuesdays at 10am, 12pm & 3pm and for Wednesdays at 11am & 1pm. We need you!

    Email: Adoration@HolyFamilyUtah.org

  • Little Ones' Ministry

    Little Ones' Ministry

    Little Ones’ Ministry - A Montessori inspired ministry for 3-6 year-olds.

    Classes will be on Thursday beginning September 25th. If you are interested, please email for more information.

  • Children in a classroom raising their hands, with a teacher standing in the background.

    Play & Pray

    Parents and their infants and small children are invited to - Pray & Play 3rd & 4th Thursdays at 9:30am in the Social Hall.

  • A young woman with long reddish hair praying with her eyes closed, hands clasped in front of her face, and a black rectangle with white text that reads "Best Prayer Apps".

    HAPPINESS

    Apps to Help Make your Lent More Meaningful!

    FORMED: The Catholic Faith “on-demand” with thousands of resources, including video studies, documentaries, movies, audiotalks, and children’s programming. Free for Catholics in the Diocese of Salt Lake City.

    iBreviary: Highly recommended by Fr. Joseph! Simple and to the point. Priests and religious pray the Liturgy of the Hours every day. Add one of them (e.g., Office of Readings, Morning Prayer, etc.) to your daily routine. This is a classic choice for keeping a disciplined prayer life throughout Lent.

    Laudate: A free, comprehensive app with daily Mass readings, Stations of the Cross, Rosary, prayers, multiple Bible versions, catechism, and more.

    Hallow: Highly recommend by Mark Wahlberg, Liam Neeson and John Roumie. Stay prayed up!

    Amen: Amen is the free Catholic app that brings you beautiful prayers, faithful meditations and nourishing Scripture to draw your mind, body and soul to rest in God.

  • Six children standing against a plain white background, all focused on their smartphones.

    Child Safety Tips:

    Social Media Addiction

    1.Delay and Discern Platform Use as long as prudently possible.

    2. Use Parental Controls: Enable built-in controls. Set time limits. Disable in-app purchases and restrict app downloads.

    3.Clear Family Technology Norms: No devices in bedrooms overnight, during homework, family time, meals, including restaurants. Parents must know all passwords.

    4.Teach Digital Literacy: Nothing online is truly private; never share personal images to strangers; images are often manipulated; comparison culture harms mental health.

    5.Foster Real-World Anchors: Maintaining a fulfilling real world life - family meals, real friendships, activities, and volunteering - helps protect from social media harm. A strong sense of identity, belonging, and purpose makes kids less likely to seek validation online.

  • A young boy with shoulder-length brown hair sitting at a white table with a mug in front of him, smiling slightly as he looks towards a man with a beard and curly hair who is handing him something. In the background, there is a kitchen counter with a vase of white tulips, a rolling pin, and a cloth on the wooden surface.

    Child Safety Tip: Counter Grooming

    Child Safety Tip: Counter Grooming

    Predators often groom victims by
    making them feel embarrassed or
    complicit in bad behavior. Parents
    and responsible adults can counter
    this directly by telling their kids “If
    anyone, especially someone older,
    ever makes you feel weird or confused, that’s not your fault. You can always tell us. You will never get in trouble for it if you tell us. We can protect you no matter what they say.” Normalizing talk about these important topics helps children reveal important information about potential dangers.

  • A priest experiencing a moment of prayer or reflection with a young man during a religious ceremony, with the priest holding the young man's head and the young man with his hands clasped.

    Confession Guide

    Preparation Before Confession:

    Examine your conscience carefully. Use the Ten Commandments, the Beatitudes, or a suitable guide as a framework before you enter confession.

    Core principles

    Grave sins first - kind and approximate number.

    Patterns or habitual sins. “I’ve always been that way, Father!” is not an excuse. It is the sin of despair, presuming Christ can’t free you from it.

    Include sins of omission, what you failed to do. The spiritual life is more than avoiding sins, especially one particular sin. The spiritual life is a full life.

    Be specific, but not excessive.

    Things to Avoid

    Justifying your actions; Excessive details; Blaming others; Storytelling; Vague language (Lust, Wrath, Pride). If you’re using your phone or notes, have it ready before you enter confessional.

    Don’t try to impress the priest: this always backfires!

    The Priest

    Priests are people, too. If you are nervous or don’t know what to do, the priest will help you. If it’s been a while, the priest is usually just happy that you’re back. Also, be considerate. If confession ends at 4 pm, don’t show up at 3:59 pm and think you have all the time you want. Priests also likes to plan their day.

    A Final Encouragement

    Confession is not a performance or interrogation—it is an encounter with Christ’s mercy. The priest acts in persona Christi, receiving you not as a judge eager to condemn, but as a physician ready to heal.

    A clear, humble confession—however imperfect—is always pleasing to God.

  • Advertisement for a men's retreat from August 14-16, 2026, at The Grotto in Bloomington Canyon, Idaho, costing $100 per person, including meals and supplies, with QR codes and a background image of people at sunrise or sunset in a mountainous area.

    Mens Retreat in Idaho

    At the Grotto in Bloomington, Idaho

    August 14th - 16th, 2026

    $100 per person, include meals and retreat supplies.