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First Holy Communion

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Blogmaster

  Congratulations to those who received their First Holy Communion on April 28th! And thank you as well to those who prepared our young parishioners, educators and parents alike, and for bringing them to the table of Christ.

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Jesus Christ is Risen Today!

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Blogmaster

From a reflection on the Easter Vigil by Archbishop Mansell, his spiritual wish for us all: “This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it.”  In this Year of Faith, may the joy of … Continue reading →

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Holy Week Schedule – Join Us!

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Blogmaster

Mar. 28 – Holy Thursday – Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7:00 pm. Mar. 29 – Good Friday – Celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 3:00 pm. Mar. 30 – Holy Saturday – Easter Vigil at 8:00 pm. Mar. … Continue reading →

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Habemus Papam Franciscum

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Blogmaster

On the second day of the Conclave, after three votes that burned black, white smoke spilled from the smokestack of the Sistine Chapel. A little more than an hour later we heard from the Senior Cardinal Deacon, “I announce to … Continue reading →

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Lent – The Forty Days

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Blogmaster

There is always a lot going on in The Cathedral Parish, but especially during this season of Lent, a full schedule of spiritual activities are available including: First Week in Lent Lenten Confession & Eucharistic Adoration – Monday, February 18, … Continue reading →

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Ash Wednesday

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Blogmaster

  Lent begins this coming Wednesday, February 13th, with the distribution of ashes at both the 7:30 A.M. and 12:10 P.M. Mass. Righteous God, in humility and repentance we bring our failures in caring, helping, and loving, we bring the pain … Continue reading →

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Sunday Mass – Safety First

Posted on February 9, 2013 by Blogmaster

From the Archdiocese of Hartford:Saturday/Sunday Mass Attendance this Weekend ( HARTFORD, CT)—The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Hartford today released the following statement relative to Catholics who wish to attend Mass this weekend: “Regarding the attendance at Mass this weekend, Catholics … Continue reading →

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Keep us Free from Ailment

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Blogmaster

Saint Blaise, a 1st century martyr, is the patron saint of throat ailments. His feast day is February 3rd, and so blessing of the throat will take place at the conclusion of each Mass this weekend.   Through the intercession … Continue reading →

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Life Always

Posted on January 19, 2013 by Blogmaster

January 25th marks the 40th anniversary of the Roe v Wade Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion in America. It is the date on the calendar around which much pro-life activity takes place, and yet being pro-life extends beyond the … Continue reading →

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Feast of the Epiphany

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Blogmaster

C+M+B MMXIII The Magi adored the Child as God and offered Him gold, frankincense and myrrh. (Catholic Encyclopedia) Photo is of an antique Spanish triptych depicting the Feast of the Epiphany hanging in the Cathedral Rectory.   .

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