Lectors have the vital role of proclaiming the Word of God so that it comes alive for our church assembly. What better way to fulfill Jesus’ command to spread the Good News? Even if you are normally nervous in front of people in public, the Spirit of God will carry...
Would you like to be a part of the ministries of hospitality at the weekly celebration of mass in God’s house? If you know how to smile and say “hello,” then you’re qualified. Welcoming your fellow brothers and sisters in Christ into our worship community is easy, enjoyable, and fulfilling....
Earlier this year, Pope Francis published his Apostolic Exhortation, The Joy of Love: On Love in the Family, the fruit of the two recent synods of bishops, whose theme was the family. Here are some excerpts from the Exhortation. 72. The sacrament of marriage is a gift given for the...
The Northeast province of the United States Jesuits recently interviewed Father Tom about the many ways in which Saints Mary and Joseph Parish exemplifies Jesuit ideals. Click here to read the interview. Jesuitseast.org
Thank you to the parish youth and adults who volunteered to serve at Cor Unum: Carrie, Dave, Jackson, Ken, Marie, Pat, Peggy and Shane! Saints Mary and Joseph Parish provides 10 volunteers the 4th Thursday of each month. Want to help September 22nd? Let sue Levesque know! ff612@saintsmaryandjoseph.org
In 1806 Noah Webster published A Compendious Dictionary of the English Language. It took Webster decadesof research to compile his dictionary. I wonder if little Noah had a fascination with words when he was very young. Did he ace all his spelling tests and annoyingly correct his friends’ grammar? I...
As you can see the parking lot at MQP is under construction. On Monday, August 29 they will be putting down the final coat and NO ONE is allowed to drive on it. Therefore the Office and Mass is cancelled at MQP but we will have a 7:15am and 9:00am...
Do you have yardwork/housework or a small house project that you are unable to do that a family or two within our parish could help with? Or do you know someone we could help with raking, landscaping, planting, painting, cleaning, etc.? Do you know of any community organizations that could...
Reflection 08-21-2016 For no sign shall be given this generation except the sign of the prophet Jonah. (Matt 12) The book of Jonah makes no pretense to being historical. It teaches the universality of God’s love, fighting the temptation to fear, harm or dislike the stranger, in this case the...
If you know a college student we would like to send him or her care packages while they are away from home. Please send address to Susan Levesque ff612@saintsmaryandjoseph.org