Introduction: For every Friday of the Lenten season at GA we will be having the Stations of the Cross at 3:00 p.m. The Stations of the Cross, also known as the Way of the Cross or Via Crucis, hold a profound place in the hearts of Catholics worldwide. This devotional practice traces its...
Fill your Heart with Faces and Names! “Every human being is the object of God’s infinite tenderness, and God himself is present in their lives. Appearances notwithstanding, every person is immensely holy and deserves our love. If I can help at least one person to have a better life...
A parishioner recently posed a question: "What is that square cover that sits on the chalice during Mass, and why is it there?" Let's delve into it. Definition: A chalice pall is a square of linen stiffened with cardboard or plastic, used to cover the chalice during the Mass. Typically white...
In the grand tapestry of Catholic liturgy, the ringing of bells holds a special place—a symphony that resonates through the sacred spaces of churches, heralding the profound moments of the Mass. From the earliest days of Christianity to the present, bells have played a pivotal role in...
What do demons think about us? What do we think about them? CS Lewis tells us there are two errors when thinking about devils. The first is to disbelieve in their existence. The second is to have an unhealthy interest in them. We have free will and demons cannot force us to do anything...
Urge Your State Legislator to Support Real Care at the End of Life, NOT Assisted Suicide H.F. 1930/S.F. 1813 will degrade the trusting relationship patients have with their providers. Representative Tina Liebling, Chairwoman of the Health Finance and Policy Committee, has scheduled...
The Catholic Church, with its centuries-old legacy, operates under a structured hierarchy that finds its roots in both sacred scripture and tradition. This hierarchical order, ordained by divine design, serves as the backbone of the Church, ensuring continuity, spiritual guidance, and the...
Guardian Angels in partnership with Open Cupboard will host our first Community Meal Event for the homeless, those in need of a hot meal and those who are searching for community Saturday, April 13 after the 4:30 p.m. mass in Peter O’Neill Hall. Homelessness and people with food...
In the rich tapestry of Catholic liturgy, incense emerges as a symbolically charged element that adds a sensory dimension to the worship experience. Used for centuries, incense holds profound historical, spiritual, and symbolic significance within the Catholic Mass. This article delves into the...
My name is Fr. Zephirino Tumwejunise from Rubanda Parish-Kabale Diocese, Uganda in Easter Africa. Lake Victoria, the source of the Nile River is located in the southeastern part of Uganda. I was born to Frederick and Cecelia, who now both are deceased, may their souls rest in peace. I am the...
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