I think we can all agree that Father John, who is celebrating his 20 years of priesthood this weekend, is an excellent communicator. From his stirring Homilies and blessings in front of the packed church, to his personal meetings with individuals and families, he understands how to reach the heart…
What is God’s plan? It is to make of us all a single family of his children, in which each person feels that God is close and feels loved by him, as in the Gospel parable, feels the warmth of being God’s family. The Church is rooted in this great…
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…
There are so many people who are wounded by material problems, by scandals, also in the Church…. People wounded by the world’s illusions…. We priests must be there, close to these people. Mercy first means treating the wounds. – Pope Francis I wanted to take a step back from the…
A joyous and happy Easter to all of you! We are so very blessed to have you here at St. John today, whether you are a dedicated daily Mass attendee or this may be your first time in a Catholic Church. Our Parish Family lives out our mission to know,…
