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The recovery of st. john the baptist parish
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St. John the Baptist Church Demolition Update 1-3-26

1/3/2026

 
​FIRST ONSITE and Sunesis has advised that ODOT has not yet released the transport permit for the heavy equipment due to 6 bridges that must be inspected along the proposed main route and alternate route to the site. ODOT anticipates having these inspections completed by Monday afternoon. The carrier is on standby to begin transport Tuesday Morning and operational staff to begin assembly of the equipment. Controlled demolition of the tower will follow. 
Site work will continue on removing other parts of the structure and site prep for the equipment into Monday. ODOT has been advised of the urgency of the situation as well as provided a letter from Chief Joe Hartings of Chickasaw FD.  FIRST ONSITE will provide updates when known. 
 
St. John Bricks
FIRST ONSITE has been asked to preserve a large pile of bricks on the West parking lot that can be used in the future as a memorial, given to parishioners and perhaps used for fundraising. Bricks will be stored in the restricted area until they can be safely cleaned for use/distribution. 
 
Please note: Parking lots and areas surrounding St. John Church are being blocked off for safety.
​Do not enter any restricted areas.     

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    On May 29, 2025, there was a devastating fire at our beloved and historic St. John the Baptist church in Maria Stein, OH. This page is where pertinent updates about the recovery efforts will be shared. We ask that you would support us with your prayers! If you would also like to financially support the recovery efforts you may do so online using the link above.

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The Marion Catholic Community
 7428 State Route 119
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The members of the Marion Catholic Community, given life through the Holy Spirit in Baptism, are called together as a community of faith to praise and worship God our Creator and to proclaim in word and deed the Gospel message of Jesus Christ.

As members of the Body of Christ we strive to serve all to provide an atmosphere of hospitality which enables all to respond fully to the life-long challenge "to do right and to love goodness, and to walk humbly with your God." Micah 6:8

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