Pastors Article

A few years ago I was privileged to write music for As a River of Light, which is the story of Jesus’ passion according to Luke.* The librettist, Michael Dennis…

The Wise Men, or “Magi,” cross into one more kingdom in their long journey. Courteously they visit the monarch of that kingdom, not knowing he was the infamous Herod, whom…

With this letter, I want to do something a bit different and hopefully get to know us as a parish staff a little better. As you probably have discerned by…

In a previous bulletin, I offered you the groups who meet for weekly faith formation sessions. You are invited to those. This weekend, I want to share with you upcoming…

Advent is a great time to go to Reconciliation. Here is a refresher on how to prepare for the sacrament of reconciliation. First, find a good examination of conscience. This…

Do you know what it’s called when something is not happening at St Vincent de Paul (including Sacred Heart School) at any given hour? A wasted hour we could be…

rom the Unite States Conference of Catholic Bishop’s website. Beginning the Church’s liturgical year, Advent (from, “ad-venire” in Latin or “to come to”) is the season encompassing the four Sundays…

(This can be read to understand Characteristics of a young woman who should consider religious life. Change gender and “seminary/priesthood” to “sister/house of formation.” If you believe a woman is…

We have many guests come to Sacred Heart Chapel and marvel at its architectural beauty and just stand and gaze up. I’m sure many of you have encountered these visitors.…

What crosses your mind when the word “stewardship” comes up? Do you think of it solely in terms of money? Do you quickly brush it off as something unrelated to…