I love the book of Maccabees! The whole story given to us is inspired by the Holy Spirit and is the Word of God, not merely a history of Jewish resistance against the Greeks. From beginning to end, it concerns the proper order of things, priorities, and the Eternal Perspective. This group of Jews remained […]
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Tuesday, November 1, is the Solemnity of All Saints! On this day at the beginning of November, we remember EVERY soul who is in heaven! You and I are called to be saints, to be holy, and to live now and in eternity in union with God. That is our destiny. That is where we
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This weekend, we welcome, Fr. Thomas Pulikeel, a Pallottine Father. He and his brothers are missionaries bringing the Gospel and the Father’s love to people all over the world through different endeavors. We are given a chance to participate in their mission throughout the world. Each of us are called to be missionaries and spread
Next Sunday, we will have our Annual St. James Parish Picnic! The Men’s Club will be grilling hamburgers, hot dogs, and chicken. Sides and deserts will be potluck and there will be activities that everyone can enjoy! It is a time to be together, get to know one another better, and simply have fellowship with
Happy Labor Day weekend to all of you! I pray that this weekend is one of rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation for you, your families and your friends. We are reminded that rest from our labors is a necessary part of our humanity and helps us become more of who God has created us to be
St. James welcomes Sr. Stephanie Gabriel as our new Director of Evangelization and Religious Education! She comes to us from teaching high school in Arlington, Virginia. A few years ago, we created this position to assist the parish to grow in our relationship with God and in our knowledge of Him. Sr. Emily Vincent was
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Monday, August 8th, we welcome back our students and families to St. James School! After a few months away, life returns to a normal schedule of getting up earlier, going to bed earlier, classes and bells, uniforms, haircuts, etc…. I think the children are looking forward to it! I am certain the parents are more
Thank you, thank you, thank you, for all the continued prayers and cards and good wishes sent to heaven for me and to me! Y’all have been so generous in thoughts, prayers, and gifts to help us get through this! It is a beautiful thing to experience such love and support! My goodness, when I
My St. James Family, Greetings and blessings! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, for all the prayers and cards and good wishes sent to me and for me! It is a beautiful thing to experience such love and support! My goodness, when I stop and think about it I am speechless. Thank you all for
My dear St. James Family, What a Week It’s Been! As many of you know, I had emergency surgery last Saturday after going to the ER with severe abdominal pain. The surgery revealed that I have a very rare – and treatable! – type of cancer. A one-in-a-million cancer for your one-in-a-million pastor! 😉 My
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