Fr McCarthy Sunday homily: Acknowledging the Need for God’s Power and Love.
Fr McCarthy interprets this past Sunday’s readings by reflecting on our weaknesses and our strengths, especially our power that comes from God’s mercy and love.
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What is Best for Our Catholic Community at Large?
As we make our way into the new year, we know there are going to be major changes in the make-up of our Catholic Communities in the areas of physical locations, pastors, Mass times, administration, and many other areas of the church down the road. So, we are all waiting and wondering what this is … Continued
Fr. McCarthy Sunday Homily: We are called to be prophets.
Fr McCarthy reflects on this past Sundays’ reading when he describes our relationship with God as a blessing and a challenge. Click the link below to hear more…
Final Parish Families Announced
It is official! The final Parish Families have been released. We are happy to say that our new family (Southwest 5) includes: St. Ann, St. Bernard, St. James and St. Margaret Mary! The link to the maps are at: https://catholicaoc.org/beacons-of-light/parish-families?vgo_ee=kcsoHNbko0Ia4Q212K6h66zHkxaf17m7aVVeruCiyT0%3D The Pastors of the families will not be released until the first quarter of 2022. … Continued
Christ the King
On the last Sunday of each liturgical year, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. In the aftermath of World War I, Pope Pius noted that, while hostilities had ceased, true peace had not been restored to the world and the different classes of society. His first encyclical … Continued
Fr McCarthy Sunday homily: Faith in God requires putting him first
Fr McCarthy, in his homily, talked about his need to reasearch the Gospel readings in order to reflect on their meaning. And, in doing so, gained a greater understanding of Jesus’ teachings and how and why we need to put God first.
Beacon of Light – Parish Families Announced (Draft)
The Archdiocese of Cincinnati has released the draft of “Parish Families.” You are encouraged to take a look at the Families and if you have a comment, follow the links to the AoC website. St. Ann is teamed up with St. James (White Oak) and St. Margaret Mary. We looked forward to working with everyone … Continued
Beacons of Light Update
The Archdiocese recently released a video featuring Archbishop Schnurr discussing The Beacons of Light. It is very informative and he answers several questions that everyone is asking. It is definitely worth viewing. Follow the link or go to https://catholicaoc.org/ and scroll to the Beacons of Light logo and watch the video there.https://catholicaoc.org/news/bol-video/an-interview-with-archbishop-dennis-m-schnurr
Fr McCarthy Sunday homily: Being open to God’s works brings healing
Healing takes time but first you must be open to the cure. Fr McCarthy emphasized this point in Sunday’s homily when he pointed out Jesus restored a man’s sight and hearing so he could see and hear – and be open to his message.
Ladies Retreat will take place this Saturday, September 11
Our Ladies Retreat will take place this Saturday, September 11. The retreat begins in the Trinity Rooms at 7:30am and concludes at 8:00pm. Please pray for the retreat participants and leaders as they come together to grow in faithfulness, spiritual growth and parish community