Lorraine Doering
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Birth–The Visited Planet
Read more: Birth–The Visited PlanetThe God of power, as he did ride In his majestick robes of glorie Resolved to light; and so one day He did descend, undressing all the way. —George Herbert December 24, 2017: This year it is a quaint day in our Church Calendar! In the morning, we celebrate the Fourth Sunday of…
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Stewardship and Christmas: Turning the World Upside Down
Read more: Stewardship and Christmas: Turning the World Upside DownFor women in the ancient world, motherhood was prized and desired above almost all else. Sacred scripture tells of many women who pleaded with God to let them conceive. From Sarah, the mother of Isaac, to Elizabeth, the other of John the Baptist, the Bible is replete with women who finally, in their old age,…
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Centenary Pilgrim Cloth of the Missionary Society of St. Columban
Read more: Centenary Pilgrim Cloth of the Missionary Society of St. ColumbanThe Columban Centenary Pilgrim Altar Cloth symbolizes 100 years of Columban mission by sharing Gospel Joy under the patronage of St. Columban. We hope that the symbolism and the effort which went into the making of this cloth will inspire many other people in our missionary zones to reflect on Christ’s mission and to support the…
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The Holiday Season
Read more: The Holiday SeasonRecently, a friend of mine went to the Post Office to buy stamps. He said, “I would like some religious Christmas stamps.” The clerk queried, “Oh, do you want Hanukkah or Kwanzaa stamps?” A bit dumb-founded, my friend asked again, “I want religious Christmas stamps!” The clerk then responded, “Oh, so you want Christian Christmas…
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Seasons Capital Campaign Update
Read more: Seasons Capital Campaign UpdateOur Seasons Capital Campaign to complete our Church Build-out packets were recently mailed to all registered Parishioners. This 3-year campaign REPLACES our Mortgage/Building Completion Fund and officially begins January 1, 2018. Due to the busy season of Advent, the local fire disasters, and preparation for Christmas, we have extended the due date for…
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The Sacrament of Reconciliation–God’s Unconditional Love for Us!
Read more: The Sacrament of Reconciliation–God’s Unconditional Love for Us!In recent years, a name change has taken place with the “Sacrament of Confession.” We no longer call the act “Confession,” but rather “Reconciliation” and/or “Penance.” This name change better reflects what happens in this celebration. We do not go to the priest just to list our sins, have them forgiven, and receive a penance;…