About Holy Spirit · Menominee, Michigan
Holy Spirit Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Menominee, Michigan, on the Upper Peninsula along the Wisconsin border, belonging to the Diocese of Marquette. The parish worships at 1016 Tenth Avenue and serves the small lakeside city of Menominee with a daily Mass schedule, weekend vigil and Sunday liturgy, Eucharistic Adoration, and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. It is closely paired with nearby Resurrection Parish in Menominee, with which it shares pastoral staff and ministry, and is connected to St. John Paul II Catholic Academy for faith formation and school life.
- Patron
- Holy Spirit
- Rector
- Rev. Abraham Mupparathara, MCBS
- Diocese
- Diocese of Marquette
Why belong here
Holy Spirit offers a steady rhythm of daily and weekly Mass in a small, accessible downtown Menominee church — including a Saturday vigil, Sunday morning Mass, weekday morning liturgies, and a Tuesday Mass at Harbors. The parish is anchored by Eucharistic Adoration on Thursdays and a reliable confession schedule, and its tight partnership with Resurrection Parish and St. John Paul II Catholic Academy means strong family, faith-formation, and school connections for parishioners on the Menominee side of the Upper Peninsula.
Mass times at Holy Spirit
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Thursday 11:15 AM – 11:50 AM
- Saturday 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
- Also by appointment
Adoration times
- Thursday 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Holy Hour)
About Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Holy Spirit Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in the Diocese of Marquette serving Menominee, Michigan. The parish gathers at 1016 Tenth Avenue, in the heart of Menominee on the Upper Peninsula's western edge, and provides a full schedule of daily and weekend Masses along with Reconciliation, Eucharistic Adoration, and outreach to local care communities. Holy Spirit shares pastoral staff and ministry with neighboring Resurrection Parish and supports faith formation through the regional St. John Paul II Catholic Academy.
History
The building that is now Holy Spirit Catholic Church was originally the Epiphany Church, situated next to St. Joseph's Hospital on Ogden Avenue. St. Joseph's Hospital was established in 1891 and operated by the Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis, who expanded the facility repeatedly through the early 1900s and continued to serve the Menominee community for generations. After industrialist Marshall Lloyd died in 1927 and left his fortune to the city's healthcare, a new hospital (St. Joseph's–Lloyd Hospital) was dedicated in 1950; the original church was later rededicated as Holy Spirit and continues as an active parish in the Diocese of Marquette.
- 1891 — St. Joseph's Hospital built on Ogden Avenue next to Epiphany Church.
- Early 1900s — Hospital expanded with surgical suite, private rooms, lab, x-ray, and a chapel.
- 1927 — Marshall Lloyd's bequest funds a new hospital.
- 1950 — St. Joseph's–Lloyd Hospital dedicated next door.
- Present — Building rededicated as Holy Spirit Catholic Church, part of the Diocese of Marquette.
Parish Staff and Clergy
The parish is led by Father Abraham Mupparathara, MCBS (Missionaries of the Blessed Sacrament), who serves as Pastor/Administrator per the Diocese of Marquette parish finder. He is assisted by senior priest Father Francis Dobrensen and (as of June 2025) newly ordained Father Zack Mazurek, who is assigned as Associate Pastor of Holy Spirit and Resurrection Parishes and also assists at St. John Paul II Catholic Academy. Two permanent deacons — Deacon Chuck Gervasio and Deacon Steve Gretzinger — serve the parish; Deacon Gretzinger hosts WLCJ Catholic Talk on Radio 92.5 FM.
- Pastor/Administrator: Rev. Abraham Mupparathara, MCBS
- Associate Pastor: Rev. Zack Mazurek (ordained June 2025)
- Senior Priest: Rev. Francis Dobrzenski
- Permanent Deacons: Chuck Gervasio, Steve Gretzinger
- Parish Secretary: Ray Brunner
- Bookkeeper: Missy Peterson
- Maintenance: Mike Holmes
- Housekeeper: Tabitha Stockmann
Sacraments and Devotions
Beyond Mass, Reconciliation, and Adoration, Holy Spirit coordinates the other sacraments through the parish office, including Baptism, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, and Funeral rites. In emergencies, the pastor can be reached through the contact number listed on the parish bulletin.
- Baptism — call the parish office to arrange preparation
- Marriage — contact the parish office for preparation and scheduling
- Anointing of the Sick and pastoral care for the homebound and hospitalized
- Funeral Masses coordinated with the parish office
Faith Formation and School Connection
Holy Spirit families are served by St. John Paul II Catholic Academy, the regional Catholic school that draws students from both Holy Spirit and Resurrection parishes. The parish shares priests with Resurrection, and newly ordained Father Zack Mazurek is assigned to assist at the academy as part of his associate pastor role.
- St. John Paul II Catholic Academy — regional Catholic school
- Religious education and sacramental preparation coordinated with the parish
- Shared priestly ministry between Holy Spirit, Resurrection, and the academy
Media and Outreach
Holy Spirit reaches beyond its walls through a live radio broadcast of its Sunday Mass and a parish Facebook page that shares Catholic news and reflections. Deacon Steve Gretzinger is a regular presence on WLCJ Catholic Talk Radio 92.5 FM.
- Live broadcast of the 10:15 AM Sunday Mass on WLCJ Catholic Talk Radio 92.5 FM
- Facebook page: facebook.com/hsmenominee
- Parish website: holyspiritonline.org
Parish Community Life
Holy Spirit is known for a warm, small-parish feel. The parish hall hosts community gatherings such as the annual Thanksgiving Dinner — a complimentary meal open to the community, with a free-will offering and RSVPs taken through the parish office.
- Thanksgiving Dinner in the parish hall (doors 10:00 AM, meal 11:30 AM)
- Parish office: 1016 1/2 Tenth Ave., Menominee
- Office hours: Mon–Wed 9 AM–3 PM; Thursday 9 AM–12 PM
Visiting and Contact
Whether you are a visitor, a seasonal resident, or returning home to Menominee, the parish welcomes you to attend Mass or schedule a sacrament. The office staff can answer questions about weddings, baptisms, registrations, and records.
- Address: 1016 10th Avenue, Menominee, MI 49858-3094
- Phone: (906) 863-5239
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: holyspiritonline.org
- Facebook: facebook.com/hsmenominee
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Rev. Mark A. McQuesten
Listed as Pastor/Administrator on older parish directories and joinmychurch.com records.
- Rev. Abraham Mupparathara, MCBS
Current Pastor/Administrator per the Diocese of Marquette parish finder.