Archive for December, 2012
January, 2013 Liturgical Minister Schedule
December 28, 2012
January 2013 Liturgical Minister Schedule
Thoughts From Fr. Tom December 30, 2012
December 28, 2012
THOUGHTS FROM FR. TOM 12-30-12 We continue our celebration of the Christmas season today with the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. This feast reminds us that not only did Jesus take on our human flesh but he participated in family life with Mary and Joseph. We hear in the Gospel…
Thoughts From Fr. Tom December 23, 2012
December 21, 2012
THOUGHTS FROM FR. TOM 12-23-12 Blessed are you who believed that what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled. These words spoken to Mary by her cousin Elizabeth remind us why we consider Mary a model of discipleship. Her willingness to trust in the promises of God provide a foundation from which…
Mission & Outreach
December 17, 2012
Volunteers are needed year-round to support our parish Mission & Outreach efforts. St. James Food Kitchen Our parish serves the homeless and working poor at the St. James Food Kitchen on the 1st Thursday and the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Volunteers help serve already prepared food, clean tables and wash dishes. We meet at…
Thoughts From Fr. Tom December 16, 2012
December 14, 2012
THOUGHTS FROM FR. TOM 12-16-12 This third weekend of the Advent season is traditionally called Gaudete Sunday. The word Gaudete means “rejoice” and is taken from the first word of the Latin Entrance Antiphon for this Sunday. Although Advent is a time of preparation and waiting we do this with a sense of joy, knowing…
Thoughts From Fr. Tom Dec. 9
December 7, 2012
THOUGHTS FROM FR. TOM 12-09-12 This week, the Gospel introduces us to one of the important figures of the Advent season, John the Baptist. We hear John’s familiar proclamation: Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths. John’s message is one of urgency and concern so that those who listen will get their…
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