“…by this all will know that you are my disciples…” Jn13:35 Attend parish events. Although Mass is our central focus, other parish ministries, activities and events help to increase spirituality and build community, as well. This Lent, take advantage of the times set aside to meet new people, feel more connected, and affirm those parishioners […]
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Stewardship and Lent
When Jesus was about 30 years old, he left his home in Nazareth. He left the security of his family and the trade that he had been practicing for several years. Jesus found his way to John and was probably there for weeks or months. Then, one day, Jesus stepped forward and went into the […]
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February 10 Scholastica (480-547) St. Scholastica was born in Italy, the twin sister of St. Benedict, founder of the Benedictines. She was consecrated to God “from her earliest years” and when her brother founded the monastery ay Monte Casino, she founded a similar one for women religious nearby. The twins remained close, both intensely interested […]
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This is the start of a new year. A Year of Gratitude to the parish. It may be a time to reevaluate what opportunities we are missing for future gifts that can make a real difference to us, the givers, and to the giving family. Social economists tell us we’re entering an era of enormous […]
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Homily Thirty-Second Sunday, Ordinary Time Cycle “C” – 2019 A woman accompanied her husband to the doctor’s office for his annual physical. Afterwards the doctor asked to see her privately. “Your husband is a very sick man,” the doctor told her. “His heart could give out at any moment. If you want to keep […]
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