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Corpus Christi Procession at St. Mary's Parish

For the first time in living memory, St. Mary’s Parish in Algoma, WI held a Eucharistic Procession for the Feast of Corpus Christi, also known as the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (June 22, 2025). 

The parish’s regular morning Mass was pushed back to allow more people to join the procession. Fr. Timothy Machila, OFM Conv. (St. Mary’s Parish Administrator) hosted Br. Bernard Mary Fonkalsrud, OFM Conv. (our Province’s Vocation Director) for the event. Afterwards, a luncheon was held by the Rosary Society with all proceeds going to fund the new heating system in the church and the old school building.

The parish hopes to make this a yearly tradition!

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Safeguarding Statement

The Franciscan Friars Conventual of St. Bonaventure Province are committed to creating safe environments for children and vulnerable adults.

Every friar in active ministry must complete training in Virtus (the National Catholic Risk Retention Group) and any other safe environment compliances required by the dioceses in which they serve.

In addition, St. Bonaventure Province has its own Safe Environment Commission that oversees the implementation and monitoring of the Province’s Policies, Procedures, and Protocols for Ethical Ministry with Minors and Vulnerable Adults. 

Any allegation regarding the Franciscan Friars Conventual of this Province receives an immediate response. This includes the Province’s full cooperation with local law enforcement authorities and Ordinaries who have ecclesial jurisdiction over these matters, as well as a duly diligent investigation by a qualified third party in order to substantiate credibility.