We are an Easter people. The joy of Easter is celebrated not only during the liturgical season we call Easter. It is celebrated every day of the year. The Mass is the Paschal Mystery, and every time it is celebrated, we participate in the sacrifice, death, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. As St. … Continued
Deacon Hoying is with us through Lent as he prepares for his Ordination this year. This past Sunday Deacon Hoying in his homily talked about the Sacrament of Reconciliation and its importance in our Lenten Preparation.
The celebration of Easter and everyone gathering as community is at the heart of who we are as Catholics. We look forward to seeing everyone at our Easter Masses, Reconciliation and Devotions. Sunday, April 10 – Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord Mass 9:00 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. The Sacred Paschal Triduum Thursday, … Continued
Father McCarthy wants us to be focused on what is most important in our lives, what will bring us the most joy and reward – our relationship with the Lord. Click the link to listen to his homily.
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As we continue our journey during this Lenten season, the days are growing longer and getting warmer, the flowers are starting to sprout and many of us have already given up on our Lenten disciplines. As Fr. McCarthy pointed out in his homily last week, LENT IS HARD! The Lenten disciplines of prayer, fasting, almsgiving … Continued
Fr McCarthy in his Sunday homily reminds us Lent is our time to focus our attention on Christ’s teachings and our faith and become the best disciples of our faith.
Even though we know our new Pastor for our Parish Family is Fr. Jim Wedig, and our Associates are Fr. Rey Taylor and Fr. Bryan Reif, there are still many unanswered questions and we will continue to update you as we know more details. You may recall a few months ago, Fr. McCarthy hosted a … Continued
As we embark on another season of Lent, let us remember the pillars of this penitential season: Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving. Last year, as a parish we focused on Prayer. This year, we will focus on Almsgiving, the giving of our time, talents and treasure which is fundamental in our faith. During Lent, we are … Continued
Our Sunday scriptures where Jesus instructs us to “turn the other cheek” is one of the most difficult to follow. Yet, Fr McCarthy helps us to understand with God’s presence in our lives all is possible. We need to ask for God’s Grace!!!