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Peace that the World Cannot Give
This third Sunday in Advent we focus on the great job that the coming of Jesus brings us. The joy of a lame person beginning to walk, a blind person having their sight restored can only be beaten by our joy when we hear Jesus say: "Go, your sins are forgiven." That is a joy … Continue Reading ››
The Cycle of Salvation Begins
My Dear Brothers & Sisters in Christ,
The first Sunday of Advent is our liturgical new year celebration. Once again, the cycle of salvation begins. Let us adapt and adopt a regular custom and make some new year resolutions.
The mystery of God taking flesh is the whole point of our holiday celebration—although secular society may not … Continue Reading ››
Searching for Lost Sheep
My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
In today’s Church, we must strive to imitate Jesus and search for the “lost sheep”, the “lost coin” and actively search out the “prodigal sons” who have strayed. ALL of us; not just the pastor must seek out inactive Catholic Christians who need our help. The offer of a … Continue Reading ››
Holy Infancy School Ribbon Cutting
Photos by John Simitz
The morning of Sept. 6 marked a red-letter day in the history of Holy Infancy School, Bethlehem as the date marked the blessing of the new school in Southside Bethlehem.
The school moved across the street from Holy Infancy Church to the former SS. Cyril … Continue Reading ››
Having a Guest in the House
My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ!
There is an old Polish proverb that states: “Having a guest in the house is like having God in the house”. This expresses sincere sentiments of Christian hospitality, but something even deeper; acknowledging that Jesus is among us and always will be.
When dry periods in our spiritual lives come; … Continue Reading ››
How to Remain Connected to Him
My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ!
The Risen Jesus gives us advice on how to re-main connected to Him even though He is now beyond our physical grasp. We experience Him in the love we show to others. Not the bland sentimentality of feeling, but the vigorous day-to-day dedication to service of others.
Our family, school, … Continue Reading ››
Truly, He is Risen!
My Dear Brothers & Sisters in Christ,
Christ is Risen! Truly He is Risen
The presence of the Risen Jesus fills the world with joy. We must have open hearts to receive Him. Especially in the Word of God proclaimed in Church and in the Easter sacraments Christ is alive! Your presence and support of the parish … Continue Reading ››