St. Rita Parish at 10720 Hayes Road, Clarklake, MI 49234 US - Home
Welcome to St. Rita's Website
Here you will find the latest news and information about the church. Please take a moment to visit the online Calendar for upcoming events and our News page for copies of the new Roman Missal bulletin inserts. Check out the About Us page to learn more about the history of St. Rita's Church. Visitors are invited to sign up for our online mailing list for special news and announcements.
Please be aware that this site is still under construction. Some links may not work, and there is still much more to add, but we hope you enjoy your visit and encourage you to check back often for updates!
Our Pastor
Lehr John Barkenquest was born on July 16, 1935 in Toledo, Ohio, the first child of Lehr and Neitha (Cox) Barkenquest. His family lived in Ottawa Lake, Michigan. Father Lehr has one sister, Janice Ann Bragg, who now lives in Bradenton, Florida. Father Lehr attended Ferris Grade School ...
Our Deacon
Louis Urban Weitzel was born May 18, 1920 in Zionsville, Indiana (about 17 miles from Indianapolis) to Urban and Mary Weitzel. Lou had three older adopted brothers: Paul, Robert, and Louis. In his family, Lou was known as “Young Lou” and his brother Lewis as “Old Lou.” ...
Liturgical Schedule
St. Rita Liturgical Schedule for January- February 2012
Memorials to Purchase
For more information about purchasing a memorial , please contact the secretary.
Faith Connection
The Word of God This Week...Set time aside each day this week with other members of your household, with other members of our parish or alone to listen to and reflect on the living Word of God. Use these passages from the Lectionary that are assigned for Liturgy this week. Reflect on how the Lord is ...
Bible Study
Bible Study began on Sunday, September 18th, but feel free to come anytime! ...
Fr. Lehr's 75th Birthday Party
Check out these pictures from Fr. Lehr's 75th Birthday Party! (Still under construction, though.)
