Forty days after his birth, Mary and Joseph dutifully bring their first-born son to Jerusalem to have Him dedicated to the Lord.  Obedient to the Law of Moses, Jesus is presented at the Temple, ... (Versión en español después de la versión en inglés.)

Here is the Friday, January 29 update. / Aquí está la actualización del viernes 29 de enero.

We are excited to offer this weekly program by Fr. J. Michael Joncas, Danielle A. Noe and Timothy A. Johnston. The program, entitled "Liturgy, Life and Discipleship", is designed for anyone who would like a basic understanding of the Catholic liturgy - sacristan, ministers of Holy Communion, musicians, cantors, liturgists and especially anyone interested in liturgy. This track emphasizes the celebration of the Eucharist as the source and summit of Christian Life. When: February 8, 15, 22 & March 1, 8, 15 Where: Conference Room at St. Paul Catholic School Time: 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Sunday of the Word of God: In the Apostolic Letter “Aperuit illis” (He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures Lk 24:45) Pope Francis promulgated the Word of God Sunday in order to promote the celebration, study and dissemination of the Biblical foundation of our faith. Versión en español después de la versión en inglés.)

Here is the Friday, January 22 update. / Aquí está la actualización del viernes 22 de enero.

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity begins tomorrow on January 18th. The divisions among Christians began as far back as Saints Peter and Paul, which is documented in the Acts of the Apostles... (Versión en español después de la versión en inglés.)

The High School Youth Group will be participating in Destination Jesus on Saturday, February 13. This year, it is an event that is hosted within each parish, with us tuning in virtually to some parts of the night. There will be a welcome from the Bishop, a dynamic speaker, a time of reflection, an opportunity to write letters for a time capsule, a holy hour with praise and worship music and the opportunity for confession. The patron of this year’s D.J. is St. John Paul II. The doors to McCarthy Hall will open at 5:45 PM and the night will start at 6:00 PM and end at 9:00 PM. Snacks will be provided. The cost of the event is $20, but assistance is available if needed. Please contact Bethany at [email protected] to sign up.

Here is the Friday, January 15 update. / Aquí está la actualización del viernes 15 de enero.

THE ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS SEASON/ LA TEMPORADA DE ADVIENTO Y NAVIDAD

January 2 Exposure

Weekly update

Late last month we received a letter from Teresa at St. Martin Center. She shared an encounter at the center this past month that depicts the value St. Martin Center brings to the community. It is about a young man needing a place to rest as he was homeless and unable to rest well in the abandoned homes in which he was finding shelter. Teresa’s letter paints a picture of the need in our community. Please open this news story to read the letter in its entirety.

The Once and Future King: The works of J. R. R. Tolkien were at the top of my reading list during my college years. (Versión en español después de la versión en inglés)