As Christians, we are called to follow Jesus. Christian life is not meant to be lived alone, but rather in communion with others. Jesus shows us this by starting the Church. Further, Jesus taught his followers to live in community by forming the 12 Apostles. Guardian Angels is a big community...
On January 1, Steve Sims began a two-year term as trustee for our parish. Steve comes to this role with a variety of valuable experiences.He began his professional career as a teacher of junior high science and religion and later moved into school administration. He served as principal at both...
In this article, we seek to shed light on the Catholic teachings surrounding purgatory and prayer for the holy souls in purgatory. The Last Four Things The last four things in life are death, judgement, heaven, and hell. At the moment of death, everyone is judged by God based on their life...
Grace, an integral concept in Catholic theology, unfolds as a divine gift that surpasses human comprehension. Rooted in the Christian faith, grace represents the unmerited favor and love bestowed by God upon His children. In delving into the profound nature of grace, we turn to the words of the...
Small Groups this Lent: It’s what Jesus did! As Christians, we are called to follow Jesus. Christian life is not meant to be lived alone, but rather in communion with others. Jesus shows us this by starting the Church. Further, Jesus taught his followers to live in community by forming...
In the tapestry of Catholic liturgical celebrations, the Feast Day of Mary, Mother of God, stands as a luminous jewel, radiating the profound mystery of divine motherhood. Observed on January 1, this solemn feast invites the faithful to contemplate the sacred role played by the Blessed Virgin...
My record for least amount of showers in a month is one. I was on a road trip in the west, camping in the National Parks to celebrate finishing my Master’s program with a good friend. Outside of a glacial lake, there weren’t many opportunities for bathing, and we got used to our...
As we bid farewell to the contemplative season of Advent and step joyfully into the radiant celebration of Christmas, our hearts are prompted to reflect on the profound transition guided by the wisdom of Saints Thomas Aquinas and Augustine. Advent, a season of expectant waiting and preparation...
Tips for honoring Advent (by Tracey E. Herzer, from the Pastoral Center, with permission) Expectations or Expectant Waiting? What do you expect at Christmastime/Advent? We often approach Christmas with a combination of both excitement and dread. Many of us would admit to feeling...
In the tapestry of Catholic theology, the relationship between God's divine plan and the role of the Catholic Church is woven intricately. However, a dangerous sentiment has surfaced, suggesting that one's salvation is solely determined by God, with the Catholic Church playing a negligible role...
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