Each month I learn something about one of our Patron Saints that I had not heard before!
Read MoreSymbolon is a curriculum, a seal of identity, and a means to deeper communion with the Church that Christ founded.
Read MoreFittingly, Women’s Club chose St. Teresa of Avila as their inspiration. Her feast day is celebrated on October 15, which is the day of the retreat.
Read MoreI recently learned that the Church grants a Plenary indulgence to those who attend Mass and receive Communion in honor of The Sacred Heart of Jesus on the First Friday of each month for nine (9) consecutive months. Did you know? …
Read MoreSt. Augustine declared that his mother’s resilience and dedication to prayer is what led him to become the man of God he was meant to be,
Read MoreYesterday I was blessed to see the sharing of His love in a touching way.
Read MoreGlad you asked! We honor the gift of Jesus Himself in Holy Eucharist as the center of the life of the Church.
Read MoreA few weeks ago I enjoyed a parish event sponsored by the Finance Committee and the Women’s Club. It was Spring-O Bingo planned as a fundraiser to benefit the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Education Fund.
Read MoreEach day the weather leaves us wondering if “spring has sprung.” Nonetheless, it is the season of spring cleaning.
Read MoreDid you know? The graces available on Divine Mercy Sunday include the complete remission of sins and the punishment due them.
Read MoreBlessed Sacrament parishioners bring donations to two bins in our Gathering Space when they attend Mass, sharing with the less fortunate in our community. Have you ever wondered how those donations get to folks in need?
Read MoreNO, I am not a Bible expert; NO, I am not an expert in Catholic Church teachings; NO I am not eloquent; and several other NO’s in my mind including my aches & pains. However, I had a couple of YES’s that prevented me from walking away from this task.
Read MoreParishioners of various ages were discussing when/how they were introduced to this powerful prayer. One Mom shared that while driving with her children, their car was forced onto the side of the road, somewhat out of control.
Read MoreThe main issue was his bitter resentment toward his mother who had “walked out” on the family when he was child.
Read MoreParents commonly ask, “How will I know if my child is ready for First Holy Communion?” We share some thoughts in response. We also encourage your comments and questions.
Read MoreAs a young Catholic I really only learned about a few of our great Saints.
Read MoreThe Church encourages us to look to the Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph for inspiration, example, and encouragement. This is a model family in which both parents worked hard, helped each other, understood and accepted each other, and took good care of their Child.
Read MoreLet us begin each day by praying for the strength and power of the Holy Spirit to prepare ourselves for Jesus’ rebirth in our hearts and lives. Let us also prepare for the upcoming transition at Blessed Sacrament.
Read MoreAm I doing enough?
Read MoreRecently I joined other parishioners in one of the Synod small group meetings. The teaching was sharing the Gospel in Word and Deed. We learned that God sends each of us on a mission.
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