From the Pastor
Feb. 18/19 Bulletin Article
Posted by Sara Freed on 2/19/23
Lent begins this Wednesday. It is one of the most important times of the year for Christians, especially for Catholics. It is meant to be a special time of spiritual renewal and growth. Special opportunities and graces are available to us ... Read More »
Feb. 11th/12th Bulletin Article
Posted by Sara Freed on 2/10/23
From the Pastor:
It is good to ask questions, to explore the deeper reasoning for things. The Psalm response this weekend is one such example: Blessed are they who follow the law of the Lord. Asking the question of why for this particular verse leads us to some ... Read More »
Feb. 4th/5th Bulletin Article
Posted by Sara Freed on 2/01/23
Feb. 5, 2023
From the Pastor:
The Gospel acclamation for this Sunday is as follows: “I am the light of the world, says the Lord, whoever follows me will have the light of life.” These words of Jesus are meant for us today just as much as they ... Read More »
Jan.28th/29th Bulletin Article
Posted by Sara Freed on 1/27/23
From the Pastor:
This week I share with you some upcoming events you might want to add to your calendar.
The first is the Blessing of Throats this weekend after each Mass. The priest will pray the blessing from his chair for all present, but also offer the ... Read More »
Jan. 21/22 Bulletin Article
Posted by Sara Freed on 1/19/23
From the Pastor:
The year was 1857. The nine justices of the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) were in the midst of hearing the case of Dred Scott vs. John Sanford. Although the justices knew this was an important case, they failed to understand its full ... Read More »
Jan.14/15 Bulletin Article
Posted by Sara Freed on 1/12/23
From the Pastor:
With the Christmas season officially ending last week, and before moving further into the busyness of 2023, I pause to recognize and give thanks for the many people who graciously gave of themselves for the good of our parishes. You have been in my prayers ... Read More »
Jan.7th/8th Bulletin Article
Posted by Sara Freed on 1/12/23
From Pope Benedict:
The Vatican last week published the “Spiritual Testament” of Benedict XVI, written on Aug. 29, 2006, one year and four months into his pontificate. Each pope writes a spiritual testament to be made public only after his death. Below is a condensed version with emphasis ... Read More »
Dec. 31/Jan.1 Bulletin Article
Posted by Sara Freed on 12/27/22
On Christmas Day 2022, Pope Francis delivered his “Urbi et Orbi” address and blessing from the central balcony overlooking St. Peter’s Square. The following is a condensed version of the pope’s Christmas message.
Dear brothers and sisters in Rome and throughout the world, Merry Christmas! May the Lord Jesus, ... Read More »
Dec. 24th/25th Bulletin Article
Posted by Sara Freed on 12/27/22
From the Pastor:
God’s blessing to you and your family this Christmas season. May you have the privilege of spending time with family and friends during this special time of year. May you have the even greater privilege of experiencing the deeper peace and joy of Christmas that ... Read More »
Dec. 17th/18th Bulletin Article
Posted by Sara Freed on 12/14/22
Dear Parishioners,
Christmas is very near! Are you ready? Many people struggle with really being ready even after weeks of writing cards and gift shopping. Looking for the perfect gift and last minute shopping creates additional stress. It can be hard to say “enough” in our society of seemingly ... Read More »