Welcome to  St. Helen Parish!
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See the Letter to the Editor of the Catholic Telegraph praising St. Helen's liturgies by clicking on "Parish Info" above.
 
St. Helen Church is located in Riverside Ohio and serves the communities of Dayton, Riverside, Beavercreek, Fairborn and Wright Patterson Air Force Base.


We are a community of approximately 1500 households and we operate a school with an enrollment of approximately 400 students.

The mission of St. Helen Parish, a Roman Catholic community, is to bring Christ to people and people to Christ through Word, worship and service, embracing people of every race, language and way of life.

Our vision is to know the fire of Christ's presence so deeply in our lives that we challenge all to become increasingly grateful and responsible stewards of God's blessings.
PARISH COLLABORATION
Our parish is unique - with special gifts. This is something we cherish. However, we are part of a much greater community in the Archdiocese and the Universal Church. As the Archdiocese plans for the future, we also focus on the context of the larger community.

Plans are now in the works for a Fall 2008 tri-parish Eucharistic Devotion at St. Helen's with our partner parishes, Ascension and Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception.  The event will include a Eucharistic procession through part of the surrounding neighborhood, Benediction, and a social gathering afterward in our gym.  We hope this will be the first of many opportunities we have to celebrate together as we build friendships and share our strengths and faith with one another.
ELECTRONIC CONTRIBUTIONS

St. Helen's is able to process automatic deductions from savings and checking accounts if you would like to make your contributions electronically. Tuition can also be paid electronically. To learn more, click here to view our frequently asked questions and find a copy of the enrollment form

CONGRATULATIONS, FATHER DAVE!

"DISTINGUISHED PASTOR"!

                Father Dave has been awarded the honor "Distinguished Pastor" by the National Catholic Education Association.  He received the award on March 25, 2008, at the NCEA convention in Indianapolis in March.  Anne Battes, deputy superintendent of the archdiocesan schools said, "It is an honor to be able to work with such a faith-filled person who brings his dynamic passion for the mission of the church and his belief in the gifts of each individual to help fulfill that mission."  We couldn't have said it better.  Congratulations, Father Dave.

To read Fr. Dave's article, "Gratitude's Power Over Darkness," which was published in the November 9, 2007 issue of The Catholic Telegraph, click here.

FROM THE PASTOR

Dear Parishioners,

I am very grateful to be a part of St. Helen Parish! It is easy to see that from the day of its founding, our community has been on fire with a passion for this parish and its ministries.

During this past year, Parish Council has taken input from parishioners to build a plan for our future. The process has culminated in a renewed commitment to our liturgies, the education of our children, and our life as a stewardship parish grateful for God's blessings. The plan is now in place and is ready for those wishing to pursue ministries that call to their hearts.

Please take the time to review our mission, vision, and goals, as well as the priorities that have been set for the coming year. Then, in true St. Helen fashion, join us as we seek to make a difference in our community and our world.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Fr. David Brinkmoeller
Pastor


MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday 5:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM & 10:30 AM
Weekdays 8:15 AM
Holyday Vigil 7:00 PM
Holyday 6:30 AM & 8:15 AM
Saturday Rosary 8:15 AM
Miraculous Medal Novena & Rosary Mondays 9:00 AM
PARISH NEWS
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SAINT OF THE DAY
Saint of the Day
St. Catharine of Bologna (May 9, 2008)
Some Franciscan saints led fairly public lives; Catharine represents the saints who served the Lord in obscurity.
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