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E-Newsletter for
June 16, 2024
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Message from Fr. John Chrysostom Tibakunirwa, Pastor
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This weekend I am intrigued by what I hear from Mark 4:26-34. He makes reference to the parable of the Mustard seed. The latter calls attention to the surprising contrast between the small size of its beginnings and the large shrub it becomes, which is the fruit of its growth. In this parable as well Jesus calls His audience to expect the in-breaking of God's reign into our ordinary daily lives as it unfolds to us at its own time, pace and rate of growth.
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So we like disciples are expected to bear fruit by spreading the seeds of faith -namely: the Good news of salvation -and nurture it as best as we can. Then we have to let God go to work. God will eventually reap the harvest and save those who hear His word. The growth has to take place spontaneously and in the proper environment, and if it does, the Kingdom of God will become even bigger than the bush produced by the mustard seed.
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News & Events
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Please watch here for news and events, and join our events for good Catholic community!
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FR. John Named Pastor
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In case you missed this announcement in last week’s bulletin, please join the clergy, staff and volunteers at the Holy Name Rectory in congratulating Fr. John on this joyous and momentous occasion being named Pastor of our church!! The installation date, time and details are not yet “set in stone”, but it is tentatively scheduled for Sunday July 14th at the 10:30a.m. Mass. Fr. John will also receive a blessing at the Spanish Mass, which is scheduled to be moved up to 12noon from the usual 12:30 time. The Spanish Mass will be followed by a reception in the social center which will include food and beverages. The Bishop will be able to meet with both communities right after their respective Masses. We will publish more details once they are firmly in place.
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Bishop’s Visit Survey
In preparation for Bishop William Byrne’s visit on July 14th, 2024 we will be putting together a report to present to the him that talks about our Parish. Therefore, we do not want to prepare this report without your opinion. That is why we have prepared a survey, so each of you can share your opinion and have the opportunity to be part of this report. Here is a link to a web page where you can enter the survey and answer the questions. You will not be asked for any personal information. And it is very important that all of you take part in this survey. So that when we are preparing this report, not only will the Bishop be informed of what we who work for the Church think of the needs of our Parish, but your voices will also be heard by him as well.
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Fill out the survey here:
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Blue Army
On the first Saturday of every month, the Blue Army group follows the 8:15a.m. Mass with a rosary, meditation on the mysteries and confession until approximately 10:30a.m. Everyone is invited to stay after Mass to take part.
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Junior Legion of Mary
The Junior Legion of Mary is coming to Holy Name in October! The only requirements are being under 18 and wanting to grow with God.
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Bible Study
We are holding a Bible Study with Sr. Leila on the second Wednesday of the month at 10am and again at 6pm at the rectory.
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Everyone is welcomed to come.
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Eucharistic Adoration
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is on Tuesdays, 1-5p.m. Chaplet prayed at 3p.m., Rosary at 4:30p.m. followed by Benediction.
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Safety Tip for Parishioners
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If you are approached either in church or out in the parking for money, please do not comply. We do not want to encourage this practice, and want to do our best to keep our parishioners and Mass attendees safe and free from solicitations. If this happens to you, please call the If this happens to you, please call the rectory to report it (we will ask where, what time, general description of the person)and we will take the steps necessary to hopefully discourage this from happening again.
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