The Christmas Truce of 1914 “The light shines in the darkness and the darkness did not overcome it” John 1:5 Whenever I hear that verse on Christmas, I think of its profound mystical meaning, however, I also think of the most moving modern story of Christmas: The Christmas Truce of World War I in 1914. On…
Each October and November, I get in the mood to do “fall cleaning”. As a kid, I helped my mom wash walls and windows, and ready our home for harsh Connecticut winters. We packed away summer bedspreads and curtains and replaced them with heavier bedding and window coverings. After a few days of housework, we…
I love Christmas music, all kinds of Christmas music. I always have and I always will. I am one of those people who play Christmas songs the whole year through. There is just something about them that never gets old. They always lift my spirits! I remember growing up listening to the TIME/LIFE three-album set…
The third of four financial and educational workshops for the public, entitled “Family Financial Resources”, will be in the Parish Center on Saturday, October 27th from 9:30-11:00AM in the Parish Center. “Maximizing Tax Benefits for Small Businesses and Families” The presentation will be followed by a time for Q&A. This workshop will be recorded and will be available to the participants…
Attention kids and parents! Take Out Church is a fun way to take “church with you” this Summer! Pick up your Take Out Church Box this Sunday and enjoy all the fun activities inside with the whole family! There are crafts, games, music, even a Flat Jesus to come with you on all your adventures!…
We will do our 2nd Annual Blessing of the Backpacks on Sunday, August 27th at both 8 AM and 10 AM services. Please bring your empty backpack to church for Father John to bless. You will receive a special gift for your backpack!