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Third Sunday of Easter

by the Faithful Disciple Grow as a Disciple The two disciples had every reason and opportunity to see that it was Jesus walking beside them. They knew that the tomb was empty and the women who had discovered it had relayed what the angel had told them: Jesus was alive. It had only been three…

Faith Formation News

Hello families! Many of us can relate to Thomas’s response to the news that the disciples had seen Jesus. We want to see for ourselves too, but we grow in faith, trusting the experience and knowledge of others. Many of us have heard the saying “Seeing is believing.” As your family gathers, take some time…

Notes from Pat

As the saying goes, “It takes a village to reach a particular goal”. In this case it holds true! Many of you who were able to attend the Tenebrae service expressed to me that it was a very beautiful and prayerful way to begin Holy Week. I am so grateful to hear these positive comments…

Faith Formation News

Happy Easter families! Easter celebrates the core of Christian faith: that God raised Jesus, who was crucified, from the dead. The promise of Jesus is that all who believe in Him will be raised up. The act of raising Jesus from the dead reveals most ultimately who God is – the one who gives life.…

Noteworthy News from Fr. Tom

We are an Easter people and Alleluia is our song! St. John Paul II What an exciting time of year it is, especially for those of us who have put our trust and faith in Jesus Christ as our Savior! Jesus’ resurrection shows us God’s power won over death as He arose from the grave…

Holy Week Schedule

Palm Sunday, April 2 9:00 am Mass 11:00 am Mass 7:00 pm Tenebrae Service Monday, April 3 8:30 am Confession 9:00 am Mass Tuesday, April 4 6:30 pm Confession 7:00 pm Mass Wednesday, April 5 8:30 am Confession 9:00 am Mass followed by Mother of Perpetual Help Devotion 6:00 pm Choir Practice 7:00 pm Rosary…

Faith Formation News

Hello families! Palm, or Passion, Sunday begins the most sacred week of the Church year – Holy Week. During these days, we prepare ourselves for Easter by prayerful reflection upon the events of Jesus’ Passion and death. You might display a crucifix in a prominent place this week, as reminder of the salvation Christ won…