Our Lady Of Victory
Roman Catholic Church
Tannersville PA
Pastor’s Posts
Actions Speak Louder Than Words
Our Gospel this weekend reminds us that actions speak louder than words. Jesus tells a story about two sons. One says ‘no’ to his father but later changes his mind and does what he was asked. The other says ‘yes’ but never follows through. One way to understand this story and what it teaches is that obedience means doing, not just saying. How many times have we said ‘no’ to the Lord. And then guilt causes us to change. Maybe…
Let Us All Be Generous
Today’s Gospel will bother a lot of people, even make some a bit uncomfortable. In today’s society, people follow the principle of doing or giving for what they are paid. You might hear words like, “they don’t pay me enough for what I do” or “I’m not doing anything more than the bare minimum.” Can you imagine if God worked on those same principles? Do you think He would have carried that cross? Would he have miraculously fed the multitudes?…
Forgiveness
Forty-five years ago (1981) there was an attempt on the life of Pope St. John Paul II. Fortunately, the Pope lived. After he recovered, he shocked the world when he made a visit to Rome’s Rabbibia Prison on Christmas Day to see the man who had attempted to assassinate him. Millions watched on television as the Pope, on Christmas Day, visited with Mehmet Ali Agca, who only two years before had tried to assassinate him. The white-robed Pope and jean-clad…
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Msgr. McHugh Memorial Endowment Scholarships
Students from kindergarten through twelfth grades and who are attending a Catholic School in the Diocese of Scranton are eligible to receive one of these scholarships. These scholarships range from $500.00 to $1,500.00. They are not based on financial need but the overall character and good standing of the student. Applications have been sent to the Notre Dame Schools for those already attending. Additional applications are available at the Church. Deadline for their return is October 25th and awards will…
Annual Appeal – Our Call To Serve
Together, we join with all parishes throughout the Diocese of Scranton to invest in our ministries! Our Parish goal is $56,893.00. Presently we have received gifts and pledges from 46 donors coming to a total of $25,050.00 or 44% of our goal. Prayerfully consider making a pledge or donation to this year’s Appeal. It supports so many great things in our diocese and parishes, such as Catholic Education of our youth, soup kitchens, food pantries and homeless shelters, seminarian and…
Catholic Mens’s Conference
“Be A Catholic Man” conference is set for October 10th from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm at Holy Redeemer High School, Wilkes-Barre. The conference features nationally known speakers and concludes with a Mass offered by Bishop Bambera. Cost of the conference is $30 ($40 if after Sept. 21st) and $15 for students. Register online at www.BeACatholicMan.com For more information call 570-721-0872.