WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 3, 2023 (Ferial)
Jesus set his face to go to Jerusalem. (Luke 9.51-56) FROM THE DIOCESE Thanksgiving Weekend The Diocesan Offices will be closed on Monday, October 9th, and will reopen on Tuesday,
Continue readingWEEKLY BULLETIN – September 26, 2023 (St. Jean de Brébeuf and St. Isaac Jogues, Priests, and Companions, Martyrs)
Those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will save it. (Luke 9.23-26) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with
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ARTICLE – Welcoming Church Guests and Visitors: Dos and Don’ts
A fundamental aspect of evangelization is welcoming visitors and guests into the parish. This first impression sets the tone for the rest of their time in the church and will
Continue readingWEEKLY BULLETIN – September 19, 2023 (Ferial)
Young man, I say to you, rise! (Luke 7.11-17) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointment The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. announces the following pastoral appointment: Reverend Stephen Helferty is assigned
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Pastoral Appointments – September 18, 2023
Chancery Office, Pembroke September 18, 2023 The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. announces the following pastoral appointment: Reverend Stephen Helferty is assigned to spend a year of discernment for the
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ARTICLE – Characteristics of an Evangelizing Parish
Based on the book “Creating the Evangelizing Parish” by DeSiano and Boyack, here are the characteristics of an evangelizing parish. Kenneth Boyack, C.S.P. was Director of the Paulist National Catholic
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ARTICLE – Various Dimensions of Evangelization
Evangelization can encompass various dimensions, each serving a unique role in sharing the Gospel. Some of these dimensions include: 1. **Relational Evangelization:** This dimension emphasizes building personal relationships and connections with
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ARTICLE – The True Measure of Success
In Western culture, success is often described as becoming famous, rich or powerful. Surprisingly, dictionaries make no reference to the search for meaning, fulfillment, happiness or human relationships. Isn’t that
Continue readingWEEKLY BULLETIN – August 29, 2023 (The Passion of St. John the Baptist)
Give me, here and now, John’s head on a platter. (Mark 6.17-29) FROM THE DIOCESE Mass of Thanksgiving for the Episcopal Ministry of the Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. as
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ARTICLE – Pope Francis on Evangelization
Pope Francis has often emphasized the importance of evangelization and the role of every member of the Church in spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ. In his Apostolic Exhortation
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