Our Lady Of Victory
Roman Catholic Church
Tannersville PA
Pastor’s Posts
The compass is always pointing toward Jesus & heaven
I was thinking about this beautiful season of Advent. And it came to me, that advent is like a compass. The compass is always pointing North. To me, that means it is always pointing toward Jesus & heaven. In a way, that’s where Advent is pointing: the birth of Jesus and His final coming to decide our eternal lives. But that same compass can direct you in other directions leading to good places. We follow one direction and we find…
First Sunday of Advent
The First Sunday of Advent quietly acknowledges a big difference in liturgical ministries in the church. It’s a gentle beginning of the Christmas season – a moment to pause, reflect, and look forward with hope. Whether we light a candle, hang a wreath, or simply take a breath before the December rush, this day invites a sense of anticipation and togetherness. In a world that often feels rushed and noisy, this First Sunday of Advent offers a rare invitation to…
Christ the King Sunday
What is the Kingdom of God? What is the Kingdom of Christ the King? Here is a beautiful explanation given by Gerald Darring (St. Louis University: The Kingdom of God is a space. It exists in every home where parents and children love each other. It exists in every region and country that cares for its weak and vulnerable. It exists in every parish that reaches out to the needy. The Kingdom of God is a time. It happens whenever…
News
Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal
Bishop Bambera has sent you a letter & pledge card: we showed the movie about the Appeal and Deacon Len gave a very informative talk on how your Appeal donations are used. Now we ask that you help us make our parish goal of $55,538.00 so that we can do our part in the Catholic Ministries Appeal and help support so many fine and necessary programs, activities, and people. Presently, we have reached 80.5% of our goal or $44,735.00 from…
Christmas Giving Tree
CHRISTMAS GIVING TREE is out this weekend. It’s been a tough year for families with children and they could use a little pick me up around Christmas. The Giving Tree lists children that could use your help. Some angel tags have wishes for gifts, but it’s your choice of something to get for a young person. Take a tag today and please return your gift (unwrapped) by December 14th. God Bless You for your generosity and support of some needy little…
Bus Trip to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse
St. Matthew’s 50+ Club is sponsoring a Bus Trip to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse to see the Christmas show on Thursday, December 11th. The cost is $120 which includes transportation, lunch and show. For more information or to reserve your seat, call Judy at 570-872-6623.