Let Us Welcome the New Catholics of Our Parish!

Congratulations and many blessings to the Candidates and Catechumens who were received into full communion with the Catholic Church at Easter Vigil! 

Let us welcome them and their families
into our parish and the Church with joy!

As the end of the RCIA program rapidly approaches, I am very excited to introduce myself! My name is Shelby Monzyk and my husband is Mark. We currently reside in Wentzville where I teach 7th grade science. I am thrilled to finally receive the sacraments of Baptism, Communion, and Confirmation.  Mark and I are so grateful to be able to be joining such a welcoming, supportive community! My sponsors are my mother-in-law Robin Monzyk and Carolyn Kohler.

Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Riley Taylor. I was raised in Washington. My wonderful husband, Danny, and I recently purchased a home and moved back to town. I am a registered nurse, currently working for BJC Medical Group, and in pursuit of my master’s degree. I chose to become a member of the Catholic Church to provide a single faith household for our family, but I’ve found much more along the way. I feel blessed to be welcomed into this parish. I look forward to meeting you all! My sponsors are my sister-in-law Christine Taylor and Karen Kleekamp.

My name is Robert Luck (26) and I've resided in Washington since 12 years of age. I'm marrying Claire Unnerstall on June 1st at Saint Francis Borgia Church. She rehabilitates individuals through Occupational Therapy. We have a beautiful five-month-old daughter, Sophia. I work as a Trade Services Representative at US Bank in Downtown Saint Louis. My mother had me baptized in the Lutheran faith when i was four. Some of my fondest memories are of my grandmother taking me to church on Sunday's (St. Joseph Catholic Parish). My journey to RCIA began from curiosity and having a daughter. Being confirmed into the parish will help strengthen my relationship with God and my family.   My sponsor is Chris Derner.

Hello, my name is James Hargraves. I am a local one IBEW electrician. I have been married to my wife Julie since 2011. We have two handsome sons Luke and Caleb. Luke attends Borgia grade school, and we absolutely love the faith-based learning. I feel so blessed to join this wonderful church community. Please pray for me as I continue my journey. My sponsor is Jim Armistead.

My name is Amanda Mitchell. I have been married to my wonderful husband Jeremy Mitchell for 13 years. We are high school sweethearts. Going on 21 years together. We have a five year old son named Jaxon Mitchell. He attends Borgia grade school. I am originally from Tennessee. My husband is from Union.  We have a family business in Washington called Hodge Transportation where we all work together. I'm so blessed and feel incredible to be on this journey. I have met some amazing people while attending the RCIA classes. Thank you for your prayers and kindness with welcoming my family.  My sponsor is Mary Armistead.