Lift High the Cross of Christ! The Cross is the major symbol of Christians. It is on the foundation of the cross that our faith is built. The Cross and Jesus’ approach to it shows us the way in which we are to approach our crosses whatever they may be. Jesus had a choice. He…
Health Update Shortly after my return from the Holy Land, Bishop McElroy, after hearing about my “health adventure” in Bethlehem, came to see me and to express his concern about my health, expressing his feelings that my “struggles” have been going on far too long. We talked about my efforts over the last number of…
Parish Lenten Communal Penance Service: 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…
St. Thomas More Utopia Raffle Only 748 tickets left as of March 22. Reserve yours today! Thanks to those who have already reserved tickets. Download Letter and Reservation Form Dear Friends, I am seeking your help to bring our Parish Finances back in balance. Hopefully you have had a chance recently to read and…
A Lenten Examination of Conscience This Wednesday, March 6, is Ash Wednesday, and the beginning of the Season of Lent. Take time with this Examination of Conscience as a way to begin your preparation for Lent. Death and time seem to belong together as the conditions under which human beings can learn faith and love.…
Watch a video about the Annual Catholic Appeal Give Online The Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA)— Time to “Pay It Forward” In this month of February we begin this year’s Diocesan Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA). “Love letters” from me will be in the mail soon. Please take time to read and reflect on this information. …
Watch a Video about the ACA Donate Online Now The Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA)— Time to “Pay It Forward” In this month of February we begin this year’s Diocesan Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA). “Love letters” from me will be in the mail soon. Please take time to read and reflect on this information. I pray…
The Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA)— Time to “Pay It Forward” In this month of February we begin this year’s Diocesan Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA). “Love letters” from me will be in the mail soon. Please take time to read and reflect on this information. I pray that it will move you to support this Appeal.…
Parish Financial Update February 3, 2019 In September of 2018, I addressed the Parish at all the Masses to inform Parishioners that we are falling behind on both the Operations Budget and our Capital Campaign. Since that time, there was a small uptick, but nothing near what is necessary for us to end this fiscal…
For a Holy Heart I share with you a prayer written by St. Thomas More: Lord, grant me a holy heart that sees what is always fine and pure and is not frightened at the sight of sin but creates order wherever it goes. Grant me a heart that knows nothing of boredom, weeping, and…