Preparing for Lent – Core Lenten Themes
Welcome to a different kind of Lent. Richard Rohr and his book, Wondrous Encounters to something much deeper this season.
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Deepening Our Advent Experience at Home
At Advent we celebrate God’s love in the coming of the Christ. The word “Advent” comes from the Latin word ‘adventus’, which means “coming or arrival”.
Year-A: Gospel of Matthew
The First Sunday of Advent is the start of our Liturgical new year in the church. In Year -A, will focus on primarily the Gospel of Matthew. This is an overview of the Gospel and the life of Jesus and the Apostles.
Recruitment Event is a Hit at St. Mary’s in Simsbury
The Men's Ministry of St Mary in Simsbury CT held their second annual “Come and See” Men's Ministry recruiting event last weekend.
Our Retreat at Mercy by the Sea for the Homeless
We gathered again this September at Mercy by the Sea in Madison CT, for our annual retreat for the homeless men of Bridgeport.
Feast Days: Bringing the Family Closer Through The Year
Celebrating Feast Days is a wonderful way to deepen your faith and the faith of your family members.
Remembering Pope Francis
As the papal Conclave convenes this week, we anticipate the appointment of a new Pope and leader of the Catholic Church.
Easter People-Noticing Moments of Resurrection
“God brings life out of death” This could be considered the very definition of what God does, or how the “Living God” is constantly in our midst.
How to Evangelize Anyone – Jose Pulido
In our men’s ministry work, one of the ongoing challenges we see faced by many Christian, and especially Catholic men, is the art of evangelizing the faith.
Preparing For Lent
Lent will be here before you know it. Isn’t that how it always is? The Christmas season is behind us, Ordinary Time has only just begun. But suddenly Ash Wednesday, is around the corner and we’re thinking about what we’re doing for Lent.
This year, don’t let Lent take you by surprise—spend some time in prayer and ask God for help in preparing your heart. Have some thoughts in place. Here’s how.
