by Dan Fuerst | Aug 15, 2024 | Pastor's Thoughts
A priest I know was asked by a doortodoor evangelist, “Do you believe in Jesus?” He answered, “Yes, I do. But if I may ask you,” he continued, “Where do you experience Jesus’ body and blood?” His interlocutor responded somewhat confusedly, “I don’t. I just believe in...
by Dan Fuerst | Aug 8, 2024 | Pastor's Thoughts
This Thursday, August 15, we celebrate the feast day of the Assumption Mary’s being assumed into heaven. We will celebrate the vigil Mass on Wednesday August 14th at 6:30 PM. On the Holy Day Thursday August 15th Mass will be at 6:30 PM. Addressing a jubilant crowd of...
by Dan Fuerst | Aug 5, 2024 | Pastor's Thoughts
I trust everyone was outraged at the presentation/parade in Olympics held in Paris making a mockery of the Last Supper they say it was not, most of us believe it was! My question is this: Why even chose a contradictory depiction of what they called a ‘myth’ story that...
by Dan Fuerst | Jul 25, 2024 | Pastor's Thoughts
The world is filled with people whose basic needs aren’t met, whether for clean water, nutrition, safety, education, meaningful work, stable family life, basic medical resources, religious freedom, and the right to life. So how can we possibly believe what Psalm 145...
by Dan Fuerst | Jul 18, 2024 | Pastor's Thoughts
Don’t forget next Sunday is our parish picnic July 28th immediately following the 11:30 am Mass behind the rectory near the garages. You must register to be included and the deadline is Wednesday July 24th. Please call Joe in the office to register. 216 7819095 Our...
by Dan Fuerst | Jul 11, 2024 | Pastor's Thoughts
Once I asked a fallen away Catholic friend of mine what he remembered about the parish priest from his youth. He said, “He was a gentle, nice guy. Kind of vanilla. Kept to himself.” It struck me that he, perhaps like many, perceive Catholic priests as the following:...