GROW AS A DISCIPLE Pop quiz: What was the name of the bride and groom at the wedding in today’s Gospel? If you’re unsure, you’re not alone; the bridegroom is mentioned only in passing and the names of the newlyweds are not recorded at all in Scripture. Instead, the most prominent man in the account…
Dear families, Our Faith Formation class starts again this Wednesday, January 15th. As we resume classes we will be talking about Pope Francis and the Catholic Church’s Year of Hope. 2025 is the Year of Hope for the Catholic Church, also known as the Jubilee Year of Hope: When it begins and ends The Jubilee…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…