Guardian Angels News

Pastoral Pearls: The Pessimist, Optimist, Realist

Posted by MaryPat Potts on

The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails. William Arthur Ward. These words really convict me at times, pointing out how I get so stuck on being right - how everybody else must agree with my perception of something, my take &ndash...

Pastoral Pearl: Please see through my tears...

Posted by MaryPat Potts on

Please see through my tears I often have people in our Healing Hearts Grief Support Group share about how after they lost their loved one the things people said to them were often so unhelpful. Some things irritated them, others angered them, and some were just “nothings.” ...

Pastoral Pearls: God's Presence

Posted by MaryPat Potts on

Be present to the presence of God within you.  ~ Maria Gullo  These words are within a guided meditation I do, through an app called “Insight Timer,” called “Morning Contemplative Prayer Welcoming the Holy Spirit.” I absolutely love that simple reminder...

Pastoral Pearls: What I let myself believe...

Posted by MaryPat Potts on

O you of little faith, why did you doubt?  Matthew 14:32 On August 18, it's time to celebrate Never Give Up Day! This special day was created to inspire people around the world to stay positive and persevere despite any challenges… to reflect on our own struggles, recognize our...

Calling all Interested Seniors

Posted by Terry Quinn on

Terry Quinn, Director of JOC, & his wife Lisa have six grandchildren & are over 55 years of age. We have some great “faith in action” opportunities and we invite you to come and bring others (like your friends & grandchildren). We especially want to pass down our...

Pastoral Pearls: Mindful Pause

Posted by MaryPat Potts on

Cami Smalley calls this the “Mindful Pause,” and wrote a wonderful book by that name. It speaks to me because I tend to rush along with life, and at times end up tumbling along with life, or tripping over everything flying around in my life, or reacting to life’s curveballs...

From Father Joe: Listening Session Feedback

Posted by Father Joe Connelly on

Dear parishioners, I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to all of you who actively participated in the recent listening session. Your input regarding the proposed changes in our church has been invaluable. During these sessions, we focused on three significant proposed changes: the...

Social Justice Mission: Flip-flops for the Philippines

Posted by Terry Quinn on

Guardian Angels Catholic Church is looking to expand its social justice efforts in the mission fields. Pamela Germ recently joined the parish and has agreed to help with this initiative. She is an active member of Risen Savior Missions (RSM), an all-volunteer organization based here in the Twin...

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