FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK, DECEMBER 11, 2022.
GREETINGS AND BLESSINGS
Dear brothers and sisters,
How are you today? I pray that you remain blessed and highly favored. I feel the same way, even though I am grieving the loss of my beloved sister, Benedicta in this life. May her gentle soul rest in God’s peace.
THE MESSAGE OF GAUDETE SUNDAY
In the face of life's puzzles and paradoxes, the Word of God says, "Strengthen the hands that are feeble, make firm the knees that are weak, say to those whose hearts are frightened: Be strong, fear not! Here is your God, he comes with vindication; With divine recompense he comes to save you." (Isaiah 35:3-4). That is the reason for our joy.
CHRISTMAS CONFESSION AND PENANCE SERVICE
There will be three priests for this on December 16, 2022 after the noon Mass - at 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm; December 17, 2022 at 3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
- Two priests available; December 18, 2022 at 7:30 - 8:00am, 9:30 am - 10:30 a.m.
PARTNERSHIP WITH CATHOLIC CHARITY FOR THE SOUP KITCHEN
This is still going to come to fruition. It is not an abandoned project. If you want to volunteer, please let the Church office know.
FOOD PANTRY - SERVING OUR COMMUNITY IS ONGOING
First and Third Saturday of every month from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. You are needed to help.
I AM BEREAVED
Mrs Benedicta Nkey Maduegbunam, my youngest sister died yesterday in St Charles Borromeo hospital Onitsha in Biafra, my home land. She and Herbert, her husband begot four little sons: Onyedikachi 14, Ifeanyichukwu, 12, Chukwudalu 8, Chukwubueze 6. My heart is broken. I cannot bear it but I know that God will help me. Please pray for the repose of her soul and for God’s healing of all my family especially my mother whom she was taking care of. I may travel home on December 30, 2022 to return on January 26, 2022 for my sister’s funeral and burial.
QUIZ
1. What are the two main parts of the Mass?
2. How is the Mass heaven on earth?
3. Why is it important to maintain decorum of reverence during the Mass?
4. Is it good to joke around and giggle during the Mass?
Is it right to receive the holy Eucharist when I am not in a state of grace? What can I do to bring people to the Mass
BENEDICTIONS
May the joy of the Lord be your strength this day and always!
CATHOLIC CHARITIES ANNUAL CAMPAIGN
As you know, this is the veritable arm of our Diocese through which we try to reach all our brothers and sisters in need. Please do not wait for the envelope this year. The safest way to contribute is through the website, CCWTN.ORG or by sending gifts to: P.O BOX 41955, MEMPHIS, TN 38174. Please give your best this year.
Love,
Father Francis
GREETINGS AND BLESSINGS
Dear brothers and sisters,
How are you today? I pray that you remain blessed and highly favored. I feel the same way, even though I am grieving the loss of my beloved sister, Benedicta in this life. May her gentle soul rest in God’s peace.
THE MESSAGE OF GAUDETE SUNDAY
In the face of life's puzzles and paradoxes, the Word of God says, "Strengthen the hands that are feeble, make firm the knees that are weak, say to those whose hearts are frightened: Be strong, fear not! Here is your God, he comes with vindication; With divine recompense he comes to save you." (Isaiah 35:3-4). That is the reason for our joy.
CHRISTMAS CONFESSION AND PENANCE SERVICE
There will be three priests for this on December 16, 2022 after the noon Mass - at 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm; December 17, 2022 at 3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
- Two priests available; December 18, 2022 at 7:30 - 8:00am, 9:30 am - 10:30 a.m.
PARTNERSHIP WITH CATHOLIC CHARITY FOR THE SOUP KITCHEN
This is still going to come to fruition. It is not an abandoned project. If you want to volunteer, please let the Church office know.
FOOD PANTRY - SERVING OUR COMMUNITY IS ONGOING
First and Third Saturday of every month from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. You are needed to help.
I AM BEREAVED
Mrs Benedicta Nkey Maduegbunam, my youngest sister died yesterday in St Charles Borromeo hospital Onitsha in Biafra, my home land. She and Herbert, her husband begot four little sons: Onyedikachi 14, Ifeanyichukwu, 12, Chukwudalu 8, Chukwubueze 6. My heart is broken. I cannot bear it but I know that God will help me. Please pray for the repose of her soul and for God’s healing of all my family especially my mother whom she was taking care of. I may travel home on December 30, 2022 to return on January 26, 2022 for my sister’s funeral and burial.
QUIZ
1. What are the two main parts of the Mass?
2. How is the Mass heaven on earth?
3. Why is it important to maintain decorum of reverence during the Mass?
4. Is it good to joke around and giggle during the Mass?
Is it right to receive the holy Eucharist when I am not in a state of grace? What can I do to bring people to the Mass
BENEDICTIONS
May the joy of the Lord be your strength this day and always!
CATHOLIC CHARITIES ANNUAL CAMPAIGN
As you know, this is the veritable arm of our Diocese through which we try to reach all our brothers and sisters in need. Please do not wait for the envelope this year. The safest way to contribute is through the website, CCWTN.ORG or by sending gifts to: P.O BOX 41955, MEMPHIS, TN 38174. Please give your best this year.
Love,
Father Francis
