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Posts by Doug Holliday (Page 39)

The Baptism of the Lord

GROW AS A DISCIPLE In many renditions of the Baptism of Jesus, artists connect the scene at the Jordan River with Jesus’ death. A withered tree, for example, reminds us of the cross, or a mountain points to Mount Calvary. These connections show a real relationship between Jesus’ baptism and his passion: his baptism marks…

It’s All About the Presence

The Eucharist invites us to partake in the very presence of God and allow that presence to transform us into God’s presence for others. Come, as we explore together at this retreat, the depth and breadth of God’s presence – within and among us. How do we let the seed of God’s presence germinate in…

SvDP – Thank You!

Thank you for your overwhelming support for our 2024 annual Christmas Giving Tree program. Because of you, 23 families consisting of 47 children had a very special Christmas. While we thank you for your generosity, it is the words of one of our young mothers you helped that says it best.

Faith Formation News

Hello Families, The tradition of giving gifts at Christmas is thought by some to be rooted in the gift giving of the Magi. In many cultures, gifts are not exchanged at Christmas, but rather on the feast of the Epiphany. Whenever you exchange your Christmas gifts, take some time to reflect on this tradition of…

Epiphany Blessing

The Epiphany household blessing is a centuries-old tradition that invokes God’s blessing on all who enter one’s home. All you need for an Epiphany blessing is chalk, which the parish is handing out this weekend, or can be picked up in the parish office. There are a few different formulas for blessings out there, but…

Notes from Pat

THANK YOU! A big ‘Thank You’ to our choir, musicians and contemporary group for the hard work and long hours in preparing the music for our Christmas liturgies. Each year as we celebrate the wondrous birth of Jesus, Our Savior, we are once again able to share with one another the special gifts He gave…

The Epiphany of the Lord

GROW AS A DISCIPLE Deeply fatigued from their perilous journey, the three wise men must have been filled with doubt and hope in equal measure, wondering if the star would truly lead them to the promised King. “Is this really worth it?” they may have questioned. “Will we ever meet this child?” And then, in…