- Facing Their Calling | Friar Reflections | Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 7, 2025 - My Good Friends, St. Francis of Assisi, when he first encountered his call, did not feel worthy of the task. He was the son of a wealthy merchant, living in luxury, yet God called him to a radical life of Gospel poverty and service. When Francis rebuilt the church of San Damiano, he thought his … Read More Facing Their Calling | Friar Reflections | Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
- Recognizing the Relationship | From the Desk of the Pastor | February 2025 February 2, 2025 - Dear Parishioners, As we get closer to the Lent, I wanted to share with you a decision that the parish has made about the weekly Stations of the Cross hosted on each of the Friday evenings during the season. Over the past few years the attendance for Stations has decreased. I believe there are several … Read More Recognizing the Relationship | From the Desk of the Pastor | February 2025
- Christ In Our Own Way | Friar Reflections | Second Sunday in Ordinary Time January 19, 2025 - Saints of God, the Lord be with you! I can’t help but wonder if the Church chose this reading from the Gospel according to John (2:1-11) to direct our attention to back to the celebration last week, the Baptism of the Lord, and it’s Gospel reading according to Luke (3:15-16; 21-22). Today’s Gospel mentions that … Read More Christ In Our Own Way | Friar Reflections | Second Sunday in Ordinary Time