'St. Charles Parish'

St. Charles Pastor

Ever faithful God,

we thank you for your abiding goodness

to our parish of St. Charles

throughout these one hundred years.

During this time parishioners have reverently prayed together,

joyfully celebrated the Sacraments,

tirelessly spread the Catholic faith,

and generously served others in Christ's name.

Over time our community has grown,

our buildings expanded,

and our ministries developed.

All of this has happened

under Your watchful, loving care.

Grateful for your past blessings,

aware of Your presence with us now,

and trusting in Your future guidance,

we celebrate our Centennial.

Help us to enthusiastically rededicate ourselves

to the Mission that Jesus entrusted to us

and to continue the good work handed to us

by previous generations of our parish community.

We ask this through Christ Our Lord.

Amen