We believe that Jesus Christ, the Divine Word, God, was born of the Virgin Mary and entered our human condition. Why? Certainly, to show God’s love for us and to give us the truth of God. I asked that question to a group of people a few weeks ago and a young …
As music director of St. Damien Parish, Debbie Roland believes in good planning. She will spend time reflecting on the upcoming mass readings, making sure to choose hymns that enhance the Liturgy of the Word. But every once in a while, as the mass unfolds, Debbie will hear a little …
Jesus wants us to be humble. When we are humble, we know that the gifts we have come from God. Let us see ourselves as we are, accepting our faults and limitations, and knowing God loves us unconditionally. Today, Sirach tells us that “The prayer of the lowly pierces the …
In the horrific aftermath of the 9/11 attack in New York in 2001, Whitney Randles helped families of victims identify the remains of their loved ones and confront required paperwork. “I would stay with a family for seven hours until they completed the process,” she recalled. Whitney was employed at …
Please join us for our annual All Saints Day and All Souls Day Masses at one of our three churches. St. Frances Cabrini Church ~ 2nd & Atlantic Avenue Friday, Nov. 1st (Saints): 7:00am Saturday, Nov. 2nd (Souls): 10:00am (Memorial Mass), 4:30pm St. Augustine Church ~ 13th & Wesley Avenue …
Growing weary of prayer is a temptation addressed in this week’s Scripture readings. Moses literally grows tired as he holds up the staff of God, praying for protection as the Israelites battle Amalek’s army. If Moses rests his arms, Amalek gets the advantage. If Moses keeps his arms raised to …
