Connecting Point: November 24, 2024 Published on November 18, 2024 In this Sunday’s Gospel, while on trial before Pontius Pilate, Jesus acknowledges that he is a king—but that his kingdom is “not of this
A Prayer for Veterans Day Published on November 7, 2024 As we observe Veterans Day, we take a moment to honor the bravery and sacrifices of those who have served in the armed forces. Their courage and
Connecting Point: September 22, 2024 Published on September 16, 2024 As one of the world’s greatest lovers of White Castles, I can vouch for the truth of their current slogan: “The Crave is a Powerful
Celebrating Mary’s Birthday August 29, 2024 The Church celebrates Mary’s birthday on September 8, nine months after the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception. The Feast began in the
Connecting Point: July 14, 2024 Published on July 8, 2024 In this Sunday’s Gospel Jesus sends forth the disciples to continue his mission, preaching repentance and healing the sick. This mission has
Caring for Creation This Summer Published on June 27, 2024 Camping, swimming in a lake, boating, hiking, gardening, farming, birding, nighttime star gazing are all part of our “summer “ activities which
Connecting Point: May 19, 2024 Published on May 13, 2024 This Sunday’s feast of Pentecost brings our Easter season to a close. Some refer to the Easter Season as the “Season of the Holy
10 (Easy) Ways to Imitate Mary April 25, 2024 For centuries the Catholic Church has designated May as the Month of Mary. In the Northern Hemisphere many consider May the most beautiful month of
Connecting Point: March 17, 2024 Published on March 11, 2024 In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus announces his approaching death and says, “…unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it
5 Ways to Pray During Lent Published on February 15, 2024 The quote in our Family of Parishes Lenten Journal for today, Monday of the First Week of Lent, is: “It always helps to have a prayer in your