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Pastor’s Letter: July 7, 2024

Pastor’s Letter: July 7, 2024

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Dear St. Philomena Parishioners, God’s blessing and peace be upon you all! It is with true joy that I begin my time of ministry as pastor and spiritual father for you! Being longtime friends and brothers with Fr. David, I have often visited St. Philomena over the past 18 years. For me, St.  Philomena has been a place of refreshment...

Pastor’s Letter: April 7 , 2024

Pastor’s Letter: April 7 , 2024

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Dear friend, Happy Easter! As we conclude the Octave of Easter and continue our celebration of the Easter Season, I am overjoyed by our parish celebration of the Lenten and Easter feasts. Each year it seems to pass so quickly but each year brings a new experience of the Paschal Mystery, the Life, Death and Resurrection. As a liturgical people,...

Lent 2024 Mission on the Eucharist

Lent 2024 Mission on the Eucharist

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This Mission, from March 9-13, 2024, will be led by Fr. Luke Spannagel and will focus on the Eucharist.   Fr. Luke will preach all Masses at St. Philomena on March 9-10. Then, on March 11-13 we’ll begin with Mass at 5:30 p.m., followed by talks in the church. No advanced registration is needed.   Fr. Luke may be familiar...