2023 archive of Family Formation and Youth Ministry News
Weekend of March 11 and March 12, 2023
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 3/10/23
"The value of persistent prayer is not that God will hear us, but that we will finally hear God.”
We continue our yearly theme of prayer during our Family Faith Formation gatherings. Last weekend and this weekend our emphasis is on the Daily Examen, an ancient method of ... Read More »
Weekend of March 4 and March 5, 2023
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 3/03/23
"The value of persistent prayer is not that God will hear us, but that we will finally hear God.”
When we GIVE during Lent, our contributions may be monetary or time and talent.
The generous monetary contributions of those attending Mass at each of three parishes on SOUPER ... Read More »
Weekend of February 25 and 26, 2023
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 2/24/23
Family Faith Formation
"The value of persistent prayer is not that God will hear us, but that we will finally hear God.”
As we begin our Lenten journey, remember the Three Pillars for these days: FAST, GIVE, and PRAY. Let us remember that we can fast from ... Read More »
Weekend of February 18 and 19, 2023
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 2/18/23
Family Faith Formation
"The value of persistent prayer is not that God will hear us, but that we will finally hear God.”
Ash Wednesday comes from the ancient Jewish tradition of penance and fasting. The practice includes the wearing of ashes on the head, which symbolize the dust ... Read More »
Weekend of February 11 and 12, 2023
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 2/10/23
Family Faith Formation
"The value of persistent prayer is not that God will hear us, but that we will finally hear God.”
On Ash Wednesday, many of us gather for Mass and services. Did you ever wonder about the ashes that are applied to your forehead? Our families ... Read More »
Weekend of February 4 and 5, 2023
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 2/03/23
Family Faith Formation
"The value of persistent prayer is not that God will hear us, but that we will finally hear God.”
The next Family Faith Formation gatherings are Sunday, February 5 at St. John the Baptist at 5 pm, and Sunday, February 12 at 9:15 am ... Read More »
Weekend of January 28 and 29, 2023
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 1/27/23
"The value of persistent prayer is not that God will hear us, but that we will finally hear God.”
The next Family Faith Formation gatherings are Sunday, February 4 at St. John the Baptist at 5 pm, and Sunday, February 12 at 9:15 am at St. James, Chatham. We ... Read More »
Weekend of January 21 and 22, 2023
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 1/20/23
"The value of persistent prayer is not that God will hear us, but that we will finally hear God.”
The next Family Faith Formation gathering is this Sunday, January 22 at 9:15 am at St. James, Chatham.
We are looking for last year’s palms for our February ... Read More »
Weekend of January 14 and 15, 2023
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 1/13/23
"The value of persistent prayer is not that God will hear us, but that we will finally hear God.”
The next Family Faith Formation gathering is Sunday, January 22 at 9:15 am at St. James, Chatham.
Children receiving First Reconciliation
The First Reconciliation Retreat is Saturday, February 4 ... Read More »
Weekend of January 7 and 8, 2023
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 1/06/23
"The value of persistent prayer is not that God will hear us, but that we will finally hear God.”
This weekend marks the end of the Christmas Season as we celebrate Epiphany - the coming visitors from the East who were seeking the child whose birth was ... Read More »