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John Uhal

A native of Dubuque, IA, John Uhal is the new Director of Liturgy and Music at All Saints Parish in Le Mars, IA. He recently finished his Master of Arts in Liturgical Ministry at Catholic Theological Union, having graduated in May 2015, and he holds a Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral/Youth Ministry and Liturgical Music from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. A member of the Boy Scouts and active sports official, he enjoys spending time in God’s creation, working with youth, and officiating high school basketball, baseball, softball, and volleyball. John married his wife, Patti, on July 19, 2014, and their first child, Angela Marie, was born June 6, 2015! John is a 2010 Catholics on Call alumnus.

Contributions from John Uhal
From Ranger to Priest to Teacher: Evidence of God’s Presence During Discernment
When I was a child, I often fantasized of becoming a park ranger or policeman when I grew up. But when I dreamt those dreams, I simultaneously had a feeling that neither of those careers would be part of my future. As I think on them now, I suppose I never felt I had what it took to become a law enforcement officer: enough regard for rules, ability to enforce them, quick judgment in any situation, critical thinking skills, etc. But there is a job that I think I would be good at.
by John Uhal
November 8, 2010
Where Did The Year Go?
At some point, every one hears the phrase “caught up in the midst of everything”. Amazingly enough, it is around this time of year that we usually hear that saying in a bit more often. Though I have been seeing Christmas items for sale since October 28 (yes, three days before Halloween and almost two months before Christmas Day!), it does not always seem like the season of peace and joy that it should be. And even though I usually consider seeing artificial trees and ornaments for sale prior to Thanksgiving as a bad thing, it always strikes me as a reminder that my favorite season of all is just around the corner. ’Tis the time of year for changes in weather, new sport seasons, and semester finals. As people begin carving and stuffing turkeys, slicing ham, and baking cookies shaped like trees and rain deer, I get excited for the next opportunity to officiate basketball, enjoy some downhill skiing, and avoid snow storms by hunkering down with some hot cocoa and watching movies with friends.
by John Uhal
November 28, 2010
Called to Faith and Community
Scripture Reflection for the Second Sunday of Easter (Divine Mercy Sunday) (May 1, 2011)
by John Uhal
April 28, 2011
Staying Connected to Recharge the Batteries
Scripture Reflection for the Fifth Sunday of Easter (May 6, 2012)

Scripture Readings: Acts 9:26-31 Psalm 22 1 John 3:18-24 John 15:1-8

by John Uhal
May 2, 2012
Picking Your Battles When All Things Are Vanity
Scripture Reflection for the Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time (August 4, 2013)

Scripture Readings: Ecclesiastes 1:2, 2:21-23 Psalm 90 Colossians 3:1-5, 9-11 Luke 12:13-21

by John Uhal
August 1, 2013
Extra-Ordinary Callings in Ordinary Lives
Scripture Reflection for the Fifteenths Sunday in Ordinary Time (July 12, 2015)

Scripture Readings: Amos 7:12-15 Psalm 85:9-10, 11-12, 13-14 Ephesians 1:3-14 Mark 6:7-13

by John Uhal
July 8, 2015
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