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Readings and Homilies for the Weekend of June 2-3, 2018 (English and Español)
Posted by Jim Thorp
Last weekend we celebrated the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, or Corpus Christi. This great feast celebrates the great mystery and gift of Jesus' Real Presence—body, blood, soul and divinity—in the Holy Eucharist. Fr. Newton's homily reminded us of the Church's basic teachings ... Read More »
Totus Tuus Team Profiles: Brandon Eich
Posted by Jim Thorp
Over the next several days, we will profile each of the Totus Tuus team members coming to Saint Andrew this summer. Today, we introduce Brandon Eich!
Brandon is 24 years old and attended the minor seminary last year. Currently he is working and saving money to continue his seminary ... Read More »
Totus Tuus Team Profiles: Emma Crane
Posted by Jim Thorp
This year’s youth summer program, Totus Tuus, is not your average Vacation Bible School. Like VBS, Totus Tuus is fun, energetic and engaging for children of all ages, and includes games, skits, songs and more. In addition, Totus Tuus is solidly Catholic, teaching students about Jesus and the sacraments, ... Read More »
Readings and Homilies for the Weekend of May 26-27, 2018 (English and Español)
Posted by Jim Thorp
Last weekend we celebrated the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity, which honors the one of the fundamental teachings and mysteries of our faith. In his homily, Fr. Newton explained the basics of the Trinity: God is three persons, but only one god All three persons share a single ... Read More »
The Beauty of Our Church: The Monstrance
Posted by Jim Thorp
I spent an hour in the adoration chapel this week. The center of attention is the monstrance that sits on the small altar. I sat staring at the beauty of the monstrance tenderly holding and displaying Jesus for me to adore. The monstrance is all gold and silver. ... Read More »
Readings and Homilies for the Weekend of May 19-20, 2018 (English and Español)
Posted by Jim Thorp
Last weekend we celebrated the end of the Easter season with the Feast of Pentecost. Often referred to as the birthday of the Church, it was at Pentecost that the Holy Spirit came in fullness upon the Apostles and poured out His gifts, enabling them to proclaim the ... Read More »
Growing the Body: Saint Andrew Introduces Discipleship Strategy
Posted by Jim Thorp
At Saint Andrew Catholic Church and School the parish’s discipleship strategy is an approach to developing a stronger and more unified “core” of disciples to lead the parish’s ministries, formation, and outreach and evangelization efforts moving forward.
Fr. Mark, outlining the Discipleship strategy purpose: We are all called, like ... Read More »
Readings and Homilies for the Weekend of May 12-13, 2018 (English and Español)
Posted by Jim Thorp
Last weekend we celebrated the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord. In his homily, Fr. Mark explained that Christ ascends to heaven so that we may follow – He creates a path for us! Father also reminded us that is we fail to see Jesus in our struggles and ... Read More »
Quilters and Crafters on the Move!
Posted by Jim Thorp
The Saint Andrew Quilters and Crafters are moving! Beginning next week, meetings will be Mondays from 9:00 AM to noon and 1:00 to 4:00 PM in Meeting Room 3 at the church. If you are a quilter or crafter, or are interested in learning, feel free to stop by. ... Read More »
Readings and Homilies for the Weekend of May 5-6, 2018 (English and Español)
Posted by Jim Thorp
The readings for last weekend marked the Sixth Sunday in Easter, in which Jesus tells his disciples to love one another as He has loved them. Both Fr. Newton and Fr. Mark spoke of the depths of Jesus' loving example: Fr. Mark reminded us that the Lord gives us ... Read More »