Christian Life

eNews: September 25, 2019

eNews: September 25, 2019

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All women of the parish (women of both the church and school) are invited to our Women’s Nights to share faith, fellowship and fun. We welcome and invite all generations of women from St. Philomena. Registration is not required, but you are welcome to let us know to expect you. We meet in the banquet room of the parish center...

Pastor’s Letter: September 8, 2019

Pastor’s Letter: September 8, 2019

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Dear friend, Throughout the Liturgical year, the Mass the Church celebrates each day is determined by a hierarchy of theological importance. A Holy Day of Obligation ranks as the most important time to attend Mass. There are five Precepts of the Catholic Church for one to stay in “good standing” with the Church.  One of the five Precepts is to...

Pastor’s Letter, September 15, 2019

Pastor’s Letter, September 15, 2019

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Dear friend, “Tax collectors and sinners were all drawing near to listen to Jesus,” begins the Gospel of Luke this weekend. The Gospels make it clear that Jesus had not only the gift of healing, but also the gift of speech. The Lord knew how to draw in a crowd. The sinners felt loved and the religious protectionists felt threatened....