The readings this weekend continue in this cycle of readings to remind us of our call as Christians to serve others, specifically those in need. The biggest obstacle is always ourselves. We want to do for ourselves first, and then IF we have…
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Monday, July 29, 2019
To continue on my latest theme of needed liturgical help, this week I’m laying out some very specific volunteer needs for the weekend masses. Training is provide for all of the ministries. We use a computer scheduling program that allows you to…
Monday, July 29, 2019
As you are well aware, the Church runs on volunteers – whether for social concerns, Bible studies, RCIA, men’s and women’s groups, liturgical ministries or the other multiple groups in our parish. Part of volunteering is discovering what you are…
Friday, July 26, 2019
The theme of hospitality continues in the Gospel for today. Hospitality was listed as an essential quality for bishops in the New Testament. “The bishop must have an impeccable character ... he must be temperate, discreet and courteous, hospitable…
Thursday, July 18, 2019
The story of Martha and Mary in today’s Gospel is a wonderful description of family dynamics! This is a nice opportunity to have a good discussion as a family, about the importance of everyone’s responsibility for the happiness of family life. Is…
Monday, July 15, 2019
Moses said to the people: "If only you would heed the voice of the LORD, your God, and keep his commandments and statutes that are written in this book of the law, when you return to the LORD, your God, with all your heart and all your soul. For…
Monday, July 15, 2019
Votive candles. What are they and why do we light them?
We have several places at Prince of Peace where you can light votive candles in church or the chapel. So why do we do this? Almost nothing says “Catholic” like votive candles, especially if…
Monday, July 15, 2019
This week’s question is ‘what is a mass intention’? For the answer to this question, I am quoting Philip Kosloski from an article he wrote in 2017. He explains it all very well!
One part of Catholic culture that is sometimes hard to understand and…
Friday, June 28, 2019
This summer I will be answering some liturgical questions that I’ve been asked throughout the year:
Why do we bow or genuflect during the Creed at the words: “and by the Holy Spirit as incarnate of the Virgin Mary”? or during the Angelus at “And…
Friday, June 28, 2019
What exactly is the First Friday Devotion that is celebrated here at Prince of Peace on the first Friday of each month at 6pm?
The First Friday devotion is a celebration of Exposition and Benediction of the Body of Christ. It is similar to having…