Browsing From Father Jim
Fourth Sunday of Easter
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
“Both Paul and Barnabas spoke out and said, ‘It was necessary that the word of God be spoken to you first, but since you reject it and condemn yourselves as unworthy of eternal life, we now turn to the Gentiles. The Gentiles were delighted when they heard this ... Read More »
Third Sunday of Easter
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
“But Peter and the apostles said in reply, ‘We must obey God rather than men. The God of our ancestors raised Jesus, though you had him killed by hanging him on a tree. God exalted him at his right hand as leader and savior to grant Israel repentance and ... Read More »
"Divine Mercy Sunday"
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
“Many signs and wonders were done among the people at the hands of the apostles. They were all together in Solomon’s portico. None of the others dared to join them, but the people esteemed them. More than ever, believers in the Lord, great numbers of men & women, ... Read More »
Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
“Brothers and sisters: If then you were raised with Christ, seek what is above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Think of what is above, not of what is on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When ... Read More »
Fifth Sunday of Lent
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
I am not a big fan of “high wire acts.” Even as a kid, when I went to the circus, I could not enjoy them. I have the greatest admiration for the performer. It takes incredible skill and precision to make the crossing from one side of the ‘big ... Read More »
Fourth Sunday of Lent
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
On Ash Wednesday, I prayed at the close of Mass that we all have a spirit of compunction as we engage in the practices of Lent. Afterwards, I wondered if many people understood that word. That thought was immediately followed by a question to myself, “What does that ... Read More »
3rd Sunday of Lent
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
“Do you think that because these Galileans suffered in this way they were greater sinners than all the other Galileans? By no means!” The Lenten Gospel this week falls into two parts: a dialogue between Jesus and his listeners, followed by the parable of the barren fig tree. ... Read More »
2nd Sunday of Lent
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
From Father Jim
The Transfiguration is a story about the third theological virtue we receive in Baptism, the virtue of Hope. Hope is a driving force in our Christian lives. It walks us beyond the confines of what we can see in ourselves, in our lives, and in others. ... Read More »
1st Sunday of Lent
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
“Through the steadfast observance of Lent, may we gain pardon for our sins and newness of life after the likeness of your Risen Son.”
This closing line of the prayer said to bless ashes at the start of this Lent serves to direct us along the way ... Read More »
8th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
Parish Lenten Opportunities:
Lent begins THIS WEDNESDAY, Ash Wednesday, March 6th. We invite you to join us at any one of our many Lenten opportunities. Ash Wednesday Masses: March 6th Immaculate Conception Church: 8:30am, 10:00am, and 6:30pm Saint Jude: 7:00pm Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturdays, 4:00-4:50pm, IC Church Sundays, ... Read More »