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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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Comfort Those in Need, Lord

Posted on December 15, 2012 by Blogmaster

With profound grief, and in the spirit of love, we pray for those who died in Newtown on Friday. Out of the depths I have cried unto Thee, O Lord: Lord hear my voice. (Psalm 129)  

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God’s Servant First

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Blogmaster

“I die the king’s good servant, and God’s first, ”  said Englishman Thomas More from the scaffold of his beheading, July 6, 1535. Beatified in 1886 and canonized in 1935, Pope John Paul II declared Saint Thomas More the heavenly … Continue reading →

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Pray for Peace

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Blogmaster

Sunday, January 1st is the Roman Catholic Church’s World Day for Peace. On the Solemnity of Mary the Holy Mother of God, we will all be praying for much needed peace in a world all too often torn apart by … Continue reading →

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Come Leap for Joy!

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Blogmaster

Today’s Gospel reading is Luke’s accounting of The Visitation (Luke 1: 39-45). A more beautiful encounter between two cousins there has never been. Filled with the Holy Spirit, Elizabeth comes to instantly recognize Mary as the most blessed of all … Continue reading →

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Lord Make Us Turn to You

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Blogmaster

  Advent is upon us as we await the coming of Our Lord and Savoir, Jesus Christ. A time of preparation, a time of reflection, and a time of anticipation for the coming of the Good News. And while our best … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Day Mass

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Blogmaster

Over on the Archdiocese of Hartford’s website, Archbishop Henry Mansell has posted his 2011 Thanksgiving Prayer; it is quite beautiful. You can read it by clicking here. And while the entire prayer is glorious, the 1st line is a great … Continue reading →

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9/11 Interfaith Service

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Blogmaster

On the 10th Anniversary of 9/11, an interfaith memorial service will be held at the Cathedral of Saint Joseph at 7:00 p.m. this coming Sunday.  Sponsorship for the event is being provided by more than 35 organizations, including the Roman Catholic Archdiocese … Continue reading →

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Take Me Out to the Ball Game!

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Blogmaster

We love our altar servers! It is so nice to come to Mass and see a full compliment of dedicated youngsters – both boys and girls – assisting the priest. The reverence and devotion of our altar servers is exemplary, and no doubt … Continue reading →

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Safe Travels this Summer

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Blogmaster

Now that school is out, many of our families will be hitting the road for summer vacation! Vacation allows time for family unity, gives us a needed break from a frantic world, and provides us with an opportunity to connect … Continue reading →

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