Fr. Bries to celebrate Golden Jubilee
By Caroline Rosacker
The Rev. Marvin J. Bries of Guttenberg will celebrate his 50-year Ordination and the official closing of St. Mary/Immaculate Conception School at a Mass and celebration on Sunday, June 4.
"Everyone is invited to this special event, especially past students of St. Mary's school, and children of all ages," say event organizers.
The Western-themed celebration will begin with Mass at 10 a.m. with lunch following from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
There will be music by The Lovehandles and Chris Ross, a tent with kid's games, inflatable bounce house and more, a petting zoo and an ice cream machine for children and adults of all ages from 12 noon - 3 p.m.
Reservations are required by May 14 and can be made by calling 563-252-1247.
"Don't forget to bring the little ones!" say organizers.