Our Lady Of Victory
Roman Catholic Church
Tannersville PA
Pastor’s Posts
The Golden Rule
We need to practice the Golden Rule in its fullness: The Golden Rule asks us to do to others what we would like them to do to us. If we obey, loving others and expressing that love by loving words and deeds, we will start receiving the same love from others in higher intensity. Further, if we want others to forgive our offenses, our words of criticism, and our thoughtless judgments against them, then we should start forgiving their offenses…
What does it mean to trust in God?
What does it mean to trust in God? It shouldn’t be a sentimental feeling or emotion. It shouldn’t be a gamble when we have a great need. Because if it doesn’t work out, we blame God as being untrustworthy. An old Arab proverb said: trust in God but tie down your camel, Trusting in God does not mean taking foolish chances. Jesus advised his disciples you must be wise as serpents and innocent as doves. He also said, if you…
“Yes” Can Offer Great Rewards
In today’s Gospel, Jesus asks two requests of his disciples. First, he asks Peter to take him in the boat a short distance so he can talk and teach the people. Then he asks the disciples to take out their boats for a catch of fish. In both instances Peter and the disciples were tired from fishing all night without having much success. But despite their tiredness, they do as Jesus requests. And the results were great. You may have…
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Season Of Lent
SEASON OF LENT begins with Ash Wednesday, March 5th. Ashes will be distributed at two Masses: 8:00 A.M. and 7:00 P.M. and a two prayer services, 12:15 P.M. and 4:15 P.M. Stations of the Cross will be offered on Fridays at 12:15 P.M and again at 7:00 P.M. The Lenten Season gives us the opportunity to reflect on our faith lives. We seek forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation, We offer sacrifice to remind us of the great sacrifice of Jesus…
Senior Lunch Program
SENIOR LUNCH PROGRAM will be starting again in March. On Thursdays a lunch will be offered to our seniors. You drive up and we deliver to your car. A $2.00 offering is asked but not required. On the Sunday prior to the lunch, the menu will announced in the bulletin and through Flocknote. Then you need to call and order your lunch and it will be ready for pick up on Thursday.
Catholic Cookies & Conversation
With Lent on the horizon, you may be seeking new opportunities to grow your faith. OLV is offering two events that will allow you to do just that. We will be screening two of the Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints docudramas, which will be followed by a discussion. On Sunday, March 9, view “John the Baptist,” and on Sunday, March 23, “Maximilian Kolbe.” The videos will be shown after the 10:30 a.m. Masses, beginning at 11:45 a.m. To attend, you need to…