The 2nd Annual International Food Festival will be this Saturday, October 14, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. Food, Games, Crowning of the Queen, and more than 40 Silent auctions. Delicious homemade food from around the world -- Mexico, Puerto Rico, Haiti, Philippines, Poland, Italy -- and everything’s $1! No charge for admission.

This Sunday, October 15 after the 1:00 PM Mass will be the final procession in honor of the 100th anniversary of the apparitions of Mary to three children in Fatima, Portugal.

We are hoping to gather a group of parents who can serve on a “Core Group” to support our Youth Group. Please come to a meeting on Sunday, October 15, 3:00 PM, after the Our Lady of Fatima procession.  

Haunted Corn Maze Saturday October21, 7:30 PM, at Shelby Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch, 120 Broadway Drive, Shelby,28152. Text Zach 704-300-1312 for more information and to RSVP.  Be sure to "Like" the new Young Adults Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/StMaryShelbyYoungAdults/

All Saints Party - November 1 after 6:30 PM Holy Day Mass. Kids: Dress as your favorite Saint!  (Wanted: Donations of wrapped candy to distribute at the All Saints party.)

It is my sad duty to inform you of the death of Byron W. Houseknecht, the father of Father Eric Houseknecht, a priest of the Diocese of Charlotte currently serving in the Diocese of Phoenix, on 3 October 2017. Burial will be in the National Cemetery, Phoenix, Arizona, on 19 October 2017. In your kindness, please pray for the happy repose of the soul of Mr. Houseknecht and for his family. Notes of condolence may be sent to:

Reverend Eric L. Houseknecht

Saint Steven Catholic Church

24827 S. Dobson Road

Sun Lakes, Arizona 85248