March 2022 archive of From the Pastor's Desk
SIN NO MORE
Posted by Karen Neubauer on 3/30/22
Jesus said to the woman in the Gospel “Neither do I condemn you. Go, and from now on do not sin any more.” (John 8:11)
Certain actions should not be encouraged, not because they are sinful but because their outcome could be disastrous and can lead you into sin. ... Read More »
THE FOLLOWING THINGS ARE TUNED DOWN DURING LENTEN SEASON
Posted by Karen Neubauer on 3/18/22
The Alleluia is not sung or said during the Lenten liturgies. We wait until the great Easter Vigil.
The Gloria is not sung or said during Lent except on the Solemnity of Saint Joseph (March 19) and the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord (March 25).
Violet is ... Read More »
LOVE IN ACTION – LENT REMINDS US OF THE CORPORAL WORKS OF MERCY.
Posted by Karen Neubauer on 3/02/22
The Corporal Works of Mercy are found in the teachings of Jesus and give us a model for how we should treat all others, as if they were Christ in disguise. They "are charitable actions by which we help our neighbors in their bodily needs" (USCCA). They respond to ... Read More »