Charity may be a very short word, but with its tremendous meaning of pure love, it sums up man’s entire relation to God and to his neighbor. – Saint Aelred of Rievaulx There is something so powerful about the giving spirit of individuals and families of this Parish and in…
Our Holy Father took a trip last weekend to a dangerous place for Christians right now, Egypt. With the same safety procedures he uses whenever he travels, and his same missionary spirit that will not be silenced by threats, Pope Francis spoke out on the effects of violence and hatred…
I am the Good shepherd, the shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. In the Gospel of St. John, Jesus declares, “I am the Good shepherd, the shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” (John 10:11) A Shepherd’s job is to care for the sheep in every way.…
Holy Week is considered to be the most sacred moments of the Catholic Faith. I can say that this year’s Holy Week at Saint John felt like the most reflective, enlivening, and faith-building week for our Parish Family in a long time. Father John said as much to me after…
On Palm Sunday, I spoke a bit about the reasoning behind our new Life Center and the specific programs for engaging all ages of adults, both in our Parish Family and in the larger community. Father John’s vision for our parish goes so much further, including ensuring the future of…
