Save the Date! Oktoberfest 2026
🍂 High Plains Catholic Oktoberfest 2026 🍺
High Plains Catholic invites everyone in the community to join us for our Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 24, from 5:00–10:00 PM at the Assumption Arena!
Come enjoy an evening filled with fun, food, games, and live music by Bar/D Music! There will be a cornhole tournament, games for both kids and adults, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the evening with family and friends.
Admission:
- Adults: $15.00
- Ages 13–20: $10.00
- Ages 12 and under: FREE
- Oktoberfest Mug: $25.00 — includes free refills!
🎟️ Tickets can be purchased by visiting hpcatholic.org, scanning the QR code on the flyer, or stopping by the St. Patrick’s Parish Office.
Bring your family and friends and come celebrate with us! Everyone in the community is invited!
Time and Talent
Time & Talent Sign-Up will be held on:
September 19–20 & September 26–27
Please take some time to pray and discern where God may be calling you to share your time, gifts, and talents.
St. Patrick’s has many wonderful ministries that serve and touch the lives of so many in our Parish Community.
Your gifts make a difference— and we can’t do it without you!
1Cor 12:4-5
Senior Citizen Rosary & Luncheon
Knights of Columbus Highway Cleanup!
Join us on Thursday, September 24th for a Senior Citizen Rosary at 11:00 AM followed by a Luncheon at 11:30 AM.
If you can bring a dish please do, if you are unable, please come anyway! The term "Senior Citizen" is open to
interpretation!
Knights of Columbus Highway Cleanup!
Knights of Columbus Highway Cleanup!
The KOC biennial cleanup will take place on September 27th at 1:00 PM, and everyone is welcome to lend a hand. This is a great opportunity to give back to the community and help keep our roads clean and beautiful.
The KOC will meet Assumption Arena before heading out together. Bring your energy, invite a friend, and help make a difference—we hope to see you there!
Save the Date! Catholic Foundation of Southern Nebraska
The Catholic Foundation of Southern Nebraska invites you to attend their upcoming presentation on Sunday, October 4th after Weekend Holy Masses at:
St. Patrick’s at 9:00 AM
Nativity of the BVM at 1:00 PM
St. John the Baptist at 6:00PM
Their goal is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies necessary for effective and impactful charitable giving.
The Future of Faith Dinner
Save the Date!! October 9th - Gering Civic Center
Join us for an evening celebrating the mission of Catholic Campus Ministry across western Nebraska while raising support for the Chadron Newman Center!
RSVP by September 25th!
Sanctuary Lamp Burning For Intentions
Sanctuary Lamp Burning For Intentions
Sanctuary Lamp Burning For Intentions
Starting this first week of Advent, the Sanctuary Lamp will burn in honor of Parishioner intentions. The Sanctuary Lamp is the red lamp next to Jesus in the Tabernacle. It is the fulfillment of Leviticus 6:13, which reads, “Fire shall be kept burning upon the Altar continually; it shall not go out.” This fire was to be kept next to the Arc of the Covenant as a mini-sacrifice for the people. (Exodus 27:20-21.)
Now, just as the Mass is offered for all and yet the Priest has a special intention, so too, the Sanctuary Lamp burns for all, but can carry a special intention. The first week of Advent’s Sanctuary Lamp will burn in honor of St. Patrick’s kids and youth.
If you would like to request the Sanctuary Lamp burn in honor of a specific intention or for a specific person, please contact the Parish Office. It’s customary to give a $5 donation, but this is not required.
Assumption Arena
Sanctuary Lamp Burning For Intentions
Sanctuary Lamp Burning For Intentions
The Assumption Arena is open for rentals!
Planning a Christmas party, winter get-together, wedding, birthday, or business event? The Assumption Arena is the perfect spot to celebrate! Whether it’s a big bash or a small gathering, our space is now available to rent for your special occasion. For more info or to book your date, contact the St. Patrick’s Parish Office today!