Father Larry Van Damme
Ordained in 1993, I was raised in Watson, Michigan, which is in southern Marquette County. In addition to serving as pastor of St. John the Evangelist and St. Joseph Parishes in Ishpeming, I am pastor of St. Paul Parish in Negaunee and Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission in Palmer.  Stay connected with me on this page, and stay up-to-date with parish news by way of our weekly bulletin.

  Reach me anytime:
  (906) 360-6001
  [email protected]

Father Christian Flagstadt

I am the Associate Pastor of St. John the Evangelist and St. Joseph Parishes in Ishpeming, St. Paul Parish in Negaunee, and Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission in Palmer.  I grew up in Gladstone, Michigan, and was ordained a priest on June 3, 2022.  This being my first assignment, I am happy to be serving the people here!
Reach me anytime:
  (906) 241-0096
  [email protected]

Deacon Steve Schaffer