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1. Liturgical Cycles of the Church
Announcement of Easter and the Moveable Feasts
This weekend, we will begin a new Liturgical Year C and it is also the beginning of the Advent Season.
Receive the Holy Spirit, Pentecost
The disciples were filled with the Holy Spirit; to their amazement, they were able to speak in different tongues because the Holy Spirit inspired them.
There are three cycles in the Church’s liturgical calendar: A, B, and C for Sundays and Cycle I and II for weekdays
This cycle is the longest of the church’s calendar. The first part of the Ordinary Time falls
Ordinary Time is NOT at all “ordinary” because this season celebrates the life, ministry and the Resurrection.
… consider the small growing plant as a symbol of the Ordinary Time.
1. Los Tiempos Litúrgicos de la Iglesia
Anuncio de la Semana Santa y las fiestas movibles
Este fin de semana, comenzaremos un nuevo año litúrgico C y es también el comienzo de la temporada de Adviento.
Recibe el Espíritu Santo (Pentecostés)
Los discípulos fueron llenos del Espíritu Santo; para su asombro, pudieron hablar en diferentes lenguas porque el Espíritu Santo los inspiró.
Comenzaremos un nuevo año litúrgico
Hay tres ciclos en el calendario litúrgico de la Iglesia: A, B y C para los Domingos y el Ciclo I y II para los días de la semana.
El Tiempo Ordinario. Este ciclo es el más largo del calendario de la iglesia. La primera parte del Tiempo Ordinario es justo después de la temporada de Navidad…
El Tiempo Ordinario NO es para nada “ordinario” porque esta temporada celebra la vida, el ministerio y la Resurrección. … considerar la pequeña planta en crecimiento como un símbolo del Tiempo Ordinario.
2. Lenten Season
…the Lenten Season… begins on Ash Wednesday… it’s all about God’s invitation to go back in loving relationship with Him.
The Gloria, the Alleluia and Holy Water fonts
This season has two main characteristics. First is to prepare the catechumens for the celebration of the paschal mystery of our Lord.
Second, we, the Catholic faithful, should prepare ourselves by…
The Transfiguration and the Cross
The Transfiguration is related to Our Lord’s Baptism. When the Lord was baptized by St. John the Baptist in the Jordan River, it was an initiation that pushed Him from His hidden life (as fully divine) to begin His public ministry (as a fully human). The Transfiguration is a passage way on which Jesus crosses from His public ministry to His suffering and death.
by your holy cross you have redeemed the world
Good Friday is the very day when members of the Catholic Church commemorate the crucifixion of our Lord Jesus Christ. Catholics all over the world and all other Christian denominations celebrate the commemoration of the salvation of humankind.
In essence, our life of service is actually at the heart of the Last Supper that we commemorate on Holy Thursday – the Institution of the Eucharist.
Even in Darkness there is Light
Holy Saturday is the only day that we do not do church Liturgy until dusk. There is total silence, a time of sorrow and mourning because we contemplate that Jesus is in the tomb
We stopped saying or singing the “Alleluia” in our liturgical prayers during Lenten Season, but here again it’s back. We are joyous to proclaim: The Lord is risen, Alleluia!
2. La Temporada de Cuaresma
…Temporada de Cuaresma… Comienza el Miércoles de Ceniza y termina el Sábado Santo (Sábado de Gloria)… todo se trata de la invitación de Dios para regresar en una relación amorosa con él.
El Gloria, la Aleluya y la pila Bautismal.
Esta temporada tiene dos características principales. Primero es preparar a los catecúmenos para la celebración del misterio pascual de nuestro Señor… Segundo, nosotros, los fieles católicos, debemos prepararnos a nosotros mismos al estar…
La Transfiguración está relacionada con el Bautismo de Nuestro Señor. Cuando el Señor fue bautizado por San Juan el Bautista en el río Jordán, fue la iniciación que lo apartó de su vida oculta (como completamente divina) para comenzar su ministerio público (como un ser humano). La Transfiguración es un pasaje por el cual Jesús pasa de Su ministerio público a su sufrimiento y muerte.
por tu santa cruz tu has redimido el mundo
El Viernes Santo es el día en que los miembros de la Iglesia Católica conmemoran la crucifixión de nuestro Señor Jesucristo. Los católicos de todo el mundo y todas las demás denominaciones cristianas celebran la conmemoración de la salvación de la humanidad.
En esencia, nuestra vida de servicio está realmente en el corazón de la Última Cena que conmemoramos el Jueves Santo: La Institución de la Eucaristía.
Incluso en la Oscuridad hay Luz
El Sábado Santo es el único día que no hay liturgia en la iglesia hasta el anochecer. Hay un silencio total, un tiempo de tristeza y luto porque contemplamos que Jesús está en la tumba…
Dejamos de decir o cantar el “Aleluya” en nuestras oraciones litúrgicas durante la Temporada de Cuaresma, pero de nuevo aquí está de regreso. Estamos felices de proclamar: ¡El Señor ha resucitado, Aleluya!
3. Christmas Season
Waiting is one of the expressions of the Season of Advent. We wait for the coming of someone who is the biggest gift in our lives.
Waiting is one of the expressions of the Season of Advent. We wait for the coming of someone… who is the biggest gift in our lives.
…Third Sunday of Advent, traditionally called the “Gaudete Sunday”. It is Latin for rejoice. This Sunday, the readings emphasizes to us the joyous anticipation of the coming of our Lord…
The Word became flesh and dwelt among us
God gave His Beloved Son to humanity; Jesus Christ became like us to share to us that divine life which is eternally His in the Blessed Trinity.
If Christmas is the feast of receiving a gift from God, Epiphany is the feast of opening the gift and discovering that gift is not just for ourselves but is meant to be shared with others.
… an end to this Liturgical Year cycle A, we also celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, who is the King of the Universe and it is also commonly known as The Feast of Christ the King. This feast is recently added to the Western Liturgical Calendar.
3. La Temporada de Navidad
El advenimiento es una estación observada en muchas iglesias cristianas como un tiempo de espera y preparación para la celebración de la Natividad de Jesús en Navidad y el regreso de Jesús en la Segunda Veni-da.
La espera es una de las expresiones de la temporada de Adviento. Esperamos la llegada de alguien … quien es el mayor regalo en nuestras vidas.
…El Tercer Domingo de Adviento, tradicionalmente llamado en latin el “Domingo Gaudete”. que significa alegría (regocijo). Este Domingo, las lecturas nos enfatizan la jubilosa anticipación de la venida de nuestro Señor…
Dios dio a su Hijo amado a la humanidad; Jesucristo se hizo como nosotros para compartir con nosotros esa vida divina que es eternamente suya en la Santísima Trinidad.
Si la Navidad es la fiesta de recibir un regalo de Dios, la Epifanía es la fiesta de abrir el regalo y descubrir que el regalo no es solo para nosotros sino que debe ser compartido con los demás.
La solemnidad de Nuestro Señor Jesucristo
…termina año litúrgico del ciclo A… también celebramos la solemnidad de Nuestro Señor Jesucristo, quien es el Rey del Universo y también es comúnmente conocido como La Fiesta de Cristo Rey. Esta fiesta se agregó recientemente al calendario litúrgico occidental.
4. The Eucharist
Communion Blessings – A MUST READ
The Archbishop has asked this office to communicate to you the decision of the Presbyteral Council concerning the issue of blessings during the distribution of Holy Communion…
This is the last part of the Mass “The Communion Rite.”
The fractio panis (Breaking of the Bread) is an important rite within Holy Mass and has taken on great significance over the centuries…
Holy Communion Augments our Union with Christ…
The Church’s theology of the Eucharist is profound and rich. One example is our faith in Christ’s real presence in the Eucharist; it is his true body and blood, not just a mere symbol.
The phrase Source and Summit is used frequently to describe the Holy Eucharist.
It is of the upmost importance that we show the greatest of respect to and reverence for Our Lord truly present in the Holy Eucharist. The reverence with which we receive Holy Communion should be a sign of our inward disposition and belief.
Transformation in the Eucharist
The Eucharist is the Church’s principal act of worship. It is a very symbolic public worship that has full of signs and meaning, and cause of our communion with God and our unity as the people of God.
Today we celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi. In liturgical language, we are celebrating the Solemnity of the real presence of the Most Holy Body and Blood of the Son of God, Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.
10 Amazing Facts about the Eucharist
Supper of the Lamb_Holy Communion at Mass
“Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb.” This is Christ’s invitation to us… Those who receive Communion may receive it either …
4. La Sagrada Comunión
Bendición durante la comunión – Usted DEBE LEER lo Siguiente
El Arzobispo le ha pedido a esta oficina que le comunique la decisión del Consejo Presbiteral sobre el tema de las bendiciones durante la distribución de la Sagrada Comunión:
Esta es la última parte de la misa “El Rito de la Comunión”.
Fractio Panis – La ruptura del pan
El fractio panis ( La ruptura del pan) es un rito importante dentro de la Santa Misa y ha adquirido gran importancia a lo largo de los siglos…
Los Efectos De La Santa Comunión
La Sagrada Comunión aumenta nuestra unión con Cristo …
Convirtiéndose en la Eucaristía
La teología de la Eucaristía de la Iglesia es profunda y rica. Un ejemplo es nuestra fe en la presencia real de Cristo en la Eucaristía; es su verdadero cuerpo y sangre, no solo un mero símbolo.
La frase, Fuente y Cumbre se usa frecuentemente para describir la Sagrada Eucaristía.
Recibiendo la Sagrada Comunión
Por lo tanto, es de suma importancia que demostremos el mayor respeto y reverencia hacia Nuestro Señor verdaderamente presente en la Sagrada Eucaristía. La reverencia con la que recibimos la Sagrada Comunión debe ser un signo de nuestra disposición interna y de creencia.
Transfiguración en la Eucaristía
La Eucaristía es el principal acto de adoración de la Iglesia. Es una adoración pública muy simbólica que está llena de signos y significado, y causa de nuestra comunión con Dios y nuestra unidad como pueblo de Dios.
Hoy celebramos la Fiesta de Corpus Christi. En lenguaje litúrgico, estamos cele-brando la solemnidad de la presencia real del Santísimo Cuerpo y Sangre del Hijo de Dios, Jesucristo en la Eucaristía.
10 Hechos asombrosos sobre el poder de la Eucaristía
La cena del cordero_ Sagrada Comunión en la Misa
“Bienaventurados los que son llamados a la cena del Cordero”. Escuchamos esta frase durante la Misa antes de recibir el Cuerpo y la Sangre de Cristo. Esta es la invitación de Cristo a nosotros pronunciada por el sacerdote que actúa en la persona de Cristo.
5. Jesus
The last Sunday of Ordinary Time or the Last Sunday of the Year as it is sometimes referred to, is designated as the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.
Is Jesus Christ really my BREAD
Jesus calls himself as the bread of life, that is, a bread that confers life to those who partake of it through faith in him and love of neighbor.
There is a mysterious charisma that we sense in Jesus. Aside from the practical and spiritual reasons for following Him, His entire personhood draws people to Him.
The devotion to the Sacred Heart (also known as the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus) is one of the most widely practiced and well-known Roman Catholic devotions
A knowledge about shepherds sheds light on the image of Jesus as shepherd. The shepherd uses a staff with a hook, which is used to guide the sheep and pull back the stray. Today Jesus guides his flock through bishops, who are known as pastors, the Latin for shepherds.
“Remain in my love.” These are the beautiful words of Jesus that He spoke to his disciples during his last days with them before going back to the Heavenly Father. These were very precious words that he planted in their hearts and minds before his Ascension to the Heavenly Kingdom.
There are three main messages of Jesus to us through this revelation. First is, Ask for His Mercy: …, Second is, Be Merciful: … Third is, Completely Trust in Jesus:
5. Jesús
El último Domingo del tiempo ordinario o el último Domingo del año, como se menciona a veces, se designa como la solemnidad de Nuestro Señor Jesucristo, Rey del Universo.
¿Es Jesucristo realmente mi PAN?
Jesús se llama a sí mismo como el pan de vida, es decir, un pan que confiere vida a los que participan de él mediante la fe en él y el amor al prójimo.
Hay un misterioso carisma que sentimos en Jesús. Además de las razones prácticas y espirituales para seguirlo, toda su personalidad atrae a las personas hacia él.
A través del corazón herido de Jesús’ trae vida eterna
La devoción al Sagrado Corazón (también conocido como el Sagrado Corazón de Jesús) es una de las devociones católicas romanas más ampliamente practicadas y conocidas.
Un conocimiento sobre el pastor arroja luz sobre la imagen de Jesús como pastor. El pastor usa un bastón con un gancho, que se usa para guiar a las ovejas y volverlos al rebaño. Hoy Jesús guía a su rebaño a través de los obispos, que son conocidos como pastores.
“Permanezcan en mi amor”. Estas son las hermosas palabras de Jesús que habló a sus discípulos durante sus últimos días con ellos antes de regresar al Padre Celestial. Estas fueron palabras muy preciosas que plantó en sus corazones y mentes antes de su Ascensión al Reino Celestial.
Su Amor Misericordioso e ilimitado
Hay tres mensajes principales de Jesús a la humanidad a través de esta revelación. Primero, Pida su Misericordia… En segundo lugar, Sé misericordioso: … Tercer lugar es, Confiar completamente en Jesús:
6. Mother Mary
Mary, Mater Dolorosa, pray for us
This weekend, I’m going to share with about the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows.
The Gospel Unfolded in Our Mother of Perpetual Help
Come learn about our patron saint: Our Lady of Perpetual Help
… celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family. In the Catholic Church, the Feast of the Holy Family is a liturgical celebration…
On the 1st day of the year, the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary as the Mother of God.
New Year is a time for us to give thanks
… love for the Word who revealed himself to us as a newborn baby is absolutely inseparable from love for Mary.
6. La Madre Maria
María, Mater Dolorosa, ruega por nosotros
Este fin de semana, voy a compartir sobre la Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de los Dolores.
El Evangelio desplegado en la celebración de la Fiesta de Nuestra Madre del Perpetuo Socorro.
7. The Mass
The Liturgy of the Word is the first of two main parts of the Mass…
We celebrate the wondrous deeds of God in every celebration of the Liturgy of the Eucharist, the second main part of the Mass.
Mass has been important enough over the centuries that people have died defending and exercising their religious freedom to participate in the Mass. In some places still today, Catholic priests offer the Mass in private.
Why do Catholics call their Service Mass
The English word “Mass” comes from the Latin word missa, which means to be “sent.”
What is the significance behind this ancient custom? The liturgical custom is one of the oldest, dating back to the 4th century. …
The current General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) states under the section regarding Movement and Postures that: “The faithful kneel after the Agnus Dei unless the diocesan Bishop determines otherwise.
Strategies for Doing Mass with Kids
Many families find Mass challenging for one reason or another. Here are 25 ideas for dealing with those challenges and making the most of your time at Mass
…guide for the celebration of the Mass of the ordinary form of the Roman Rite of the Catholic Church since 1969.
7. La Misa
La Liturgia de la Palabra es la primera de las dos partes principales de la Misa…
Celebramos los hechos maravillosos de Dios en cada celebración de la Liturgia de la Eucaristía, la segunda parte principal de la misa.
La misa ha sido muy importante a lo largo de los siglos, las personas han muerto defendiendo y ejerciendo su libertad religiosa para participar en la misa. En algunos lugares aún hoy en día, los sacerdotes católicos ofrecen la misa en privado.
¿Por qué los Católicos llaman a sus servicios principales de la iglesia “misa”?
La palabra en inglés “Mass” proviene de la palabra latina missa, que significa ser “enviado”.
Postura Despues del Cordera del Dios
La Instrucción General actual del Misal Romano (GIRM) establece en la sección sobre el Movimiento y Posturas que: “Los fieles se arrodillan después del Agnus Dei a menos que el Obispo diocesano determine lo contrario
8. Other Topics
Why are crucifixes important to a Catholic?
The reasons for crucifixes over crosses are many and are deep and are beautiful much like the whole of the Catholic faith…
Why do Catholics use crucifixes that show Jesus on the cross?
The use of crucifixes by Catholics follows an ancient tradition that honors the supreme sacrifice of Jesus.
Suffering in the Light of “La Pieta” -1
Looking at the Pieta reminds us that there is meaning in suffering, though we may not fully understand the meaning of it during our lifetime.
“Suffering” in the Light of “La Pieta” -2
God always brings good out of suffering – even if it means because of what you are going through, someone else is praying more, loving more or turning back to God.
“Suffering” in the Light of “La Pieta” -3
Michelangelo at age 24, sculpted the Pieta from a single block of
marble. It is the only one he ever signed. What he hoped to convey in the Pieta was what the term really meant: pity, sorrow.
What is the altar? It represents Jesus who gave his life for us. He is the Lamb of God who takes away all the sins of the world.
How are we to live our “DASH” [ – ] ?
When we look at the tombstone at the grave, we notice the year of birth and the year of death. But even more important is the dash [ – ]
God created everything in this world in time for a purpose.
There are two ways that God wants us to use our talents for Him: Blessing others and Building His Kingdom.
The generosity of God will never be exhausted. We will always be able to dive in deeper to his goodness forever.
The month of October is the month of the Holy Rosary.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Becoming a Christian is a process of faith and has been accomplished by a journey of Initiation in several stages.
The Cross- The Instrument of Salvation
It’s easy to understand that the Cross is special because Christ used it as the instrument of our salvation.
Role of an Incense in the Sacred Liturgy
Incense, with its sweet-smelling perfume and high-ascending smoke, is typical of the “good Christian’s prayer”, which, enkindled in the heart by the fire of God’s love and exhaling the odor of Christ, rises up a pleasing offering in His sight
The Trinity emphasizes to us the true meaning of unity of love. The communion of each person in the Trinity: the communion of the Father to the Son and to the Holy Spirit.
This weekend, let me share with you the beauty of time and show you how systematic God is. He used time and space to impose order in all things he created.
…on or next to the altar are to be placed candlesticks with lighted candles…
Thanksgiving is a celebration of an opportunity of thinking back or making a U-Turn and to give thanks to all the blessings that we received in the past and to give something in return.
A procession is a concrete expression of the reality of the Church as a pilgrim. Under the headship of Christ and with the Blessed Mother and the saints, the Church, the Body of Christ, untiringly makes a lifetime procession until all reach the fullness of sanctity in the promised Kingdom.
Confession Counseling and Spiritual Direction
Confession, Counseling and Spiritual Direction are the main keys and great tools for ourselves especially in the aspect of human maturity and personal healing. We can say that they are similar, yet distinct, different, yet overlapping.
Marriage is founded on unconditional friendship – the couple’s friendship with each other and their friendship with the Lord. It celebrates selfless love for the beloved which is the Lord’s very own brand of love…
8. Otros Temas
Porque el crucifijo es importante para un Católico
Las razones de los crucifijos sobre cruces son muchas y son profundas y hermosas al igual que toda la fe católica…
¿Por qué los Católicos usan crucifijos que muestran a Jesús en la cruz?
El uso de crucifijos por los católicos sigue una antigua tradición que honra el sacrificio supremo de Jesús.
“Sufrimiento” en la luz de “La Piedad”
Mirar a la Piedad/Pieta nos recuerda que hay significado en el sufrimiento, aunque es posible que no entendamos completamente su significado durante nuestra vida.
“Sufrimiento” en la luz de “La Piedad” 2
Dios siempre saca provecho del sufrimiento, incluso si eso significa que debido a lo que está pasando, alguien más está orando más, amando más o regresando a Dios.
“Sufrimiento” a la luz de “La Piedad” 3
Miguel Ángel, a los 24 años, esculpió la Piedad de un solo bloque de mármol. Es el único que ha firmado. Lo que esperaba transmitir en la Piedad era el término de lo que realmente significaba: la compasión y el dolor.
¿Qué es el altar? Representa a Jesús que dio su vida por nosotros. Él es el Cordero de Dios que quita todos los pecados del mundo.
¿Cómo vamos a vivir nuestro “GUIÓN” [-]?
Cuando miramos la lápida en la tumba, notamos el año de nacimiento y el año y en año de fallecimiento. Pero aún más impor-tante es el guión [-]
El AMOR se deletrea asi T-I-E-M-P-O
Dios creó todo en este mundo a tiempo para un propósito.
Estamos llamados a usar nuestros dones para servir a nuestros vecinos como fieles administradores de la gracia de Dios. A través de nuestros talentos o habilidades, inspiramos, bendecimos las vidas de otros.
La generosidad de Dios nunca se agotará. Siempre podremos sumergirnos más profundamente en su bondad para siempre.
El mes de Octubre es el mes del Santo Rosario.
Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para los Adultos
Convertirse en cristiano es un proceso de fe y se logra mediante un viaje de Iniciación de varias etapas.
La Cruz: ¡El Instrumento de la Salvación!
Es fácil entender que la Cruz es especial porque Cristo la usó como el instrumento de nuestra salvación.
El Rol del Incienso en la Sagrada Liturgia
El incienso, con su suave perfume y su humo ascendente, es típico de la “oración del buen cristiano”, que, encendida en el corazón por el fuego del amor de Dios y exhalando el olor de Cristo, se eleva a una ofrenda agradable en su presencia.
La Trinidad nos enfatiza el verdadero significado de la unidad de amor. La comunión de cada persona en la Trinidad: La comunión del Padre con el Hijo y el Espíritu Santo.
Este fin de semana, permítanme compartir con ustedes la belleza del tiempo y mostrarles cuán sistemático es Dios. Usó el tiempo y el espacio para imponer el orden en todas las cosas que creó.
9. CCC- Coffee, Catechesis, Conversation
What is CCC?
CCC is Coffee, Catechesis and Conversation. It is continued learning for adults. Parents who have children in Religious Ed are encouraged to join in while they wait for the children’s classes to finish.
Who’s Invited?
EVERYONE! CCC is a WHOLE PARISH event designed for EVERY parishioner: seniors, young adults, couples, singles, empty-nesters.
EVERYONE is welcome!
Is there a Fee?
A donation container will be available and you’re encouraged to help defray costs for food and materials.
How Do I Sign Up?
There’s no need to sign up ahead of time. Just join us on Sunday mornings.
When Will CCC Take Place?
Roughly the 2nd Sunday of every month.
10. Mass and Prayer
Mass and other resources at EWTN
Vatican Mass and other resources from Shalom World – Scroll down a ways to get to the Mass
Magnificat – A spiritual guide to help you develop your prayer life, grow in your spiritual life, find a way to a more profound love for Christ, and participate in the holy Mass with greater fervor. Magnificat is a monthly publication designed for daily use, to encourage both liturgical and personal prayer. It can be used to follow daily Mass and can also be read at home or wherever you find yourself for personal or family prayer. Available as a subscription online, as an App, or in paper form. The following is a free version offered during the Corona Virus concerns: https://us.magnificat.net/free
The Word Among Us – The magazine’s name comes from the Prologue to the Gospel of John: “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, full of grace and truth; we have beheld his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father” (John 1:14). This passage reflects the vision and purpose of our publication: To be an instrument of the Spirit whose desire is to manifest Jesus’ presence in and to the children of God. In this way, we hope to contribute to the church’s ongoing mission of proclaiming the gospel to the world and growing ever more deeply in our love for the Lord.
Laudate App – The most comprehensive Catholic App , available on Google Play and the iTunes App Store. Includes Daily Mass Readings, Order of Mass, Liturgy of Hours, New American Bible, Latin Mass, Latin Liturgy of Hours, Rosary, Daily Examination of Conscience, Catechism and much, much more. Includes Podcasts for Rosary, Stations, Daily Meditations, and Daily Readings with read-along text and meditations. Best of all it is free.
Sacred Space – Your daily prayer online. Also available on Google Play and the iTunes App Store.
iBreviary – Available online and on the iTunes App Store, iBreviary provides a daily missal, liturgy of the hours, and Catholic prayers and rituals.
Universalis – Online resource for daily Catholic prayer. Also available on Google Play and the iTunes App Store.
Word On Fire – Founded by Bishop Robert Baron, Word On Fire is a rich resource of books, podcasts, videos, audio recordings, lectures, homilies, study programs, and other resources for Catholic men and women.
God Moment App – This simple app is an audible reminder for you to pause, in the midst of your activities, and offer a quick prayer of gratitude and mindfulness. Three random times each day you will hear a chosen sound- calling you to pause for a “God moment”— a thought, an acknowledgment, a thank you. That’s it. No need to even take your phone out! Available on Google Play and the iTunes App Store.
Stations of the Cross Video Or, EWTN has Stations at 11:30am
Stations of the Cross – Printable
11. Formation
Children’s curriculum available
Children’s activities available
Online Catechism of the Catholic Church (description below from page 11 of the book itself)

Formed– Discover hundreds of online Catholic videos, movies, audios, and e-books. It includes an app too! Many parishes subscribe to this service by the Augustine Institute – check with your local parish for a registration code.
Videos, Music, and other resources from Shalom World
Augustine Institute – General source for Catholic books, CD’s, DVD’s and more.
Sophia Institute Press – Sophia Institute is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that nurtures the spiritual, moral, and cultural life of souls and spreads the Gospel of Christ in conformity with the authentic teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
Word On Fire – Founded by Bishop Robert Baron, Word On Fire is a rich resource of books, podcasts, videos, audio recordings, lectures, homilies, study programs, and other resources for Catholic men and women.
Crossing the Goal – Crossing the Goal is a non-profit ministry whose mission is to call, equip and empower Catholic men to become and stay spiritually fit in their faith through the utilization of “Spiritual Fitness Workouts”. Spiritual Fitness Workouts are designed for Catholic men to help them grow spiritually and strengthen their faith. Spiritual Fitness Workouts can be used by either groups or individuals on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. The content for these workouts is derived from three primary sources: the Scriptures, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and episodes of the “Crossing the Goal” TV show, which airs weekly on EWTN.
12. Bible and Prayer Group Resources
Formed– Discover hundreds of online Catholic videos, movies, audios, and e-books. It includes an app too! Many parishes subscribe to this service by the Augustine Institute – check with your local parish for a registration code.
Augustine Institute – General source for Catholic books, CD’s, DVD’s and more.
Sophia Institute Press – Sophia Institute is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that nurtures the spiritual, moral, and cultural life of souls and spreads the Gospel of Christ in conformity with the authentic teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
Laudate App – The most comprehensive Catholic App , available on Google Play and the iTunes App Store. Includes Daily Mass Readings, Order of Mass, Liturgy of Hours, New American Bible, Latin Mass, Latin Liturgy of Hours, Rosary, Daily Examination of Conscience, Catechism and much, much more. Includes Podcasts for Rosary, Stations, Daily Meditations, and Daily Readings with read-along text and meditations. Best of all it is free.
Word On Fire – Founded by Bishop Robert Baron, Word On Fire is a rich resource of books, podcasts, videos, audio recordings, lectures, homilies, study programs, and other resources for Catholic men and women.
Signposts – How to Be a Catholic Man in the World Today – Written by two Catholic men, the fifty-two discussion plans, one for every week of the year, can be used in a small-group setting or individually. Either way, they offer men the opportunity to grow in their love for God, the church, and their families, and to joyfully embrace the call to live an authentic Christian life.
Living As A Beloved Daughter of God: A Faith-Sharing Guide for Catholic Women – This sixteen-session faith sharing guide will help women come to a deeper understanding of their identity in Christ and guide them in gaining a renewed perspective of their varied roles as wives, mothers, sisters, and daughters. Among the themes covered are prayer, discovering God’s mercy, forgiveness, hearing God in Scripture, dealing with temptation, finding purpose, and balancing work and family.
Crossing the Goal – Crossing the Goal is a non-profit ministry whose mission is to call, equip and empower Catholic men to become and stay spiritually fit in their faith through the utilization of “Spiritual Fitness Workouts”. Spiritual Fitness Workouts are designed for Catholic men to help them grow spiritually and strengthen their faith. Spiritual Fitness Workouts can be used by either groups or individuals on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. The content for these workouts is derived from three primary sources: the Scriptures, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and episodes of the “Crossing the Goal” TV show, which airs weekly on EWTN.
That Man Is You! – That Man is You! honestly addresses the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, especially those relating to their roles as husbands and fathers. The program harmonizes current social and medical science with the teachings of the Church and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of man fully alive!
13. Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus is a group of men who offer time, skills and resources both in our parish, and in our community. They have English and Spanish representation. Some of the things they sponsor are:
- Coats for Kids
- Keeping Christ in Christmas
- Free Throw Championship
- Fun Bus to the casino
- Parish Picnics/events
- the new statue of Mary by the parking strip
- That’s Life newsletter, which keeps readers apprised of Respect for Life related goings on in the country
- and SOOO much more!
If you would like to find out more about them, please visit their websights:
www.kofc1577.org is the main link for the Albany Council Knights of Columbus 1577
www.assembly906.org is the link for the 4th Degree Assembly that many in the parish belong to
Other
A Letter from Archbishop Alexander K. Sample Regarding the Latest Reports of Clergy Abuse
Pope Francis’ “Letter to the People of God”
Child Protection/Victim Assistant for the Archdiocese
CONTACT NUMBERS: Child Protection: 503-233-8302 Victim Assistance: 503-416-8810
Novena For Life
Start your own novena any time you want using this format from the US Conference of Catholic Bishops