Has anyone ever made a request of you by beginning with the caveat “if you love me?” Many times when people prefaces a request with these words, it is because they are preparing to ask for something beyond a reasonable or agreeable request. Jesus uses these words in today’s Gospel, but all he asks for is to keep the commandments. It is not an impossible or unreasonable request but one that truly guides our lives on a path of faith…
To all women who fulfill the sacred role of “mom” either by the birth or adoption of a child or by fulfilling that role in a different way in someone’s life, may the Lord bless you abundantly in your vocation. And for all the moms who have gone before us in faith, may they know light, joy, and peace forever in heaven. Happy Mother’s Day to all our Moms and may the peace of Christ enlighten your hearts!
In today’s Gospel, Jesus invited his disciples (and us) to follow him. Thomas responded to Jesus by saying how can we follow you? We don’t know where you are going, so how can we know the way? Is that our response to Jesus as He calls us to be His presence in today’s world? So many have asked me, how do I know what Jesus wants of me? My response is that Jesus only asks us to do good, for…
We are staring a class for new altar servers this month.Boys and girls who have already received their First Holy Communion and older are welcome to become a server. There are two practices scheduled: SaturdayMay 16th and 23rd at 11:00 A.M. Call the Church to sign up or sign up at the Information booth on Sunday.
May is the month we honor Mary, the Mother of Jesus. During this month, in her honor, we will be reciting the Rosary every Friday evening at 6:00 P.M. along the Rosary Path and the Shrine to Our Lady of Life. Come join us.
Baby item collection for Mother’s Day is being sponsored by our Social Concerns Committee. All items donated will go to Shepherd’s Maternity House in Stroudsburg. Any help you can offer is greatly appreciated. Items they are asking for are: boys & girls sleepers & clothing (new born or 0-3 months), easy to wipe feeding bibs, hooded towels and wash cloths, feeding spoons & bowls, receiving blankets & swaddles, baby wash lotion, pacifiers & pacifier clips. A container will be in…
Thank you for your many donations to the food pantry. Many people have benefitted from your generosity. As we prepare to give out food baskets to needing parishioners and others, we are in need of some items. We could use: stuffing, cake mixes & icing, pancake mix and syrup, hamburger helper, biscuit mix and jars of jelly. Thank you.