I was in the store the other day when I passed another person and just knew I knew them. They gave me a “double take” as well when it occurred to the both of us we knew each other from church. We are a larger parish and do not always get the chance to be … Continued

“It is a wonderful way for people to take time out to pray for the needs of the world, the church, families and parish communities.” It is remarkable to wonder about the tremendous part of Jesus he left us from his time here on Earth, the Eucharist.  Pope Francis, Archbishop Schnurr, other bishops and many … Continued

We know everyone lives busy lives and holy days take a little more planning for you to attend. All Saints Day is November 1st,  next Wednesday, and  is a Holy Day of Obligation. All Saint Holy Day All Saints’ Day is dedicated to the saints of the Church, that is, all those who have attained … Continued

Comments about Sweetest Day, or for that matter Valentine’s Day and sometimes even Christmas, are often times about their commercialization. Hallmark Holidays some people call them. Yet, we know their origins could mean so much more. The holiday that has the obvious connection to our Catholic roots is Christmas. We are constantly being reminded that … Continued

Everyone’s time is limited, so giving up your time for something “new” can be a real sacrifice. It can be overwhelming sometimes just to find time to be with those you care for most. to be a good steward of time, though, requires you to decide what is important and make time for your priorities. … Continued

Angels are sometimes an over looked part of our faith. How many times to your remember your Guardian Angel is looking over you or angels are among doing God’s will. Yet, according to a CBS News Poll which is consistent with other survey findings angels have a special place in many people’s thoughts. “Angels don’t … Continued

And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age (matthew 28:20) Have you ever participated in an event where you looked around, saw all the other people and felt something special inside because you were there too? There is just something re-assuring knowing you are a part of something special. For … Continued

God’s Love “God loves you.” Sound familiar? Very simply, this seemingly may have been the only thing you learned in Catholic grade school, but my question to you is, did you really learn it? Did this reality truly sink in? As Catholics we frequently assume this truth that “God loves us,” is already known by … Continued

You looked forward to and enjoyed the festivals growing up as a member of Saint Ann. The Fall festivals hold special memories as you saw the Saint Ann community coming together for food, fun and fellowship. You can not help but have a great time seeing adults mingling and children playing together. The food and … Continued

What is “right” and “wrong”? Is what’s right for you right for me? Is there a right and wrong for everyone, all the time? These are difficult questions to discuss in our culture. We live in a society that supports the opinion that each person should make up his or her own morality—that there is … Continued