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E-Newsletter for
February 23, 2024
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Message from Fr. John Chrysostom Tibakunirwa, Parish Administrator
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The Reading gives us two mind-boggling images. We get to picture Abraham, a God-fearing person with a knife in his hand poised to hand over his only and beloved son. This is quite a frightening act of doing what God seems to be asking. It is that, but also not quite so. It is required in the Book of Leviticus that the first born of animals or of human origin, as well as the first fruits of harvest all be surrendered , or handed over to God. Isaac fits the prescription. Clearly it is a story to be remembered by those who are following Abraham's faith journey. It does catch one's attention: faith has consequences. The consequences for Abraham were the promises of fruitfulness which extended to vast lands and abundant descendants. For the faithful Jews, there was the always -present need to hear of God’s saving actions. The Pentateuch of which Genesis is the first book is an inspired history and constant reminder of how, while they are called to listen and obey, God will always save them from their enemies and themselves.
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Peter says in response to this event and seeing Jesus talking with Moses and Elijah, that it is good to be there. When next these three are alone with Jesus up the hill and in the garden of Jesus agony, it will not seem good for them to be so present. Perhaps the transfiguration was the experience of Jesus being more intense than the apostles were ready for, and so, too, in the Garden. We are invited during these days of Lent to be freed from closing the book of our mysteries and to stay open and present to see what God is not taking away, but offering.
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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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- Confessions
- Saturdays from 3:30-4p.m. (except on Holy Saturday)
- March 30th, Holy Saturday, they will be from 11a.m.-12noon only.
- Saturday March 2nd for the First Saturday, at 9:30a.m.
- And, as always, by appointment.
- Adoration
- Tuesdays, 1-5p.m.
- Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3p.m.
- Rosary at 4:30p.m. followed by Benediction
- Stations of the Cross
- Fridays at 6:00p.m. in English and at 7:00p.m. in Spanish.
- Lenten Retreat
- Saturday, March 2nd, 10a.m.-12noon (Please see details below.)
- Holy Thursday
- Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7:00p.m.
- Good Friday
- Liturgy of Good Friday in English at 3p.m.
- English Stations at 6:00p.m.
- Spanish Stations at 7:00p.m.
- Holy Saturday
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Lenten Retreat
SATURDAY, MARCH 2ND from 10:00a.m. – 12:00noon at the Social Center. Light refreshments provided. Featured speakers are Sr. Mary McGeer and Sr. Caritina Olmos
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This retreat is for the English and Spanish communities. We welcome everyone, and there is no charge to attend.
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We need a head count to adequately plan for enough seating and materials, so please use the sign-up sheet that is at the parking lot entrance to the church.
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2024 Mass Intentions
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The book for the 2024 Mass Intentions is now open. Emails are preferred, but if unavailable, you can call the rectory. As always, you are welcome to schedule three weekend Masses; weekday Masses are unlimited.
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Bible Study
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We are holding a Bible Study with Sr. Leila on the first Tuesday of each month from 10-10:45a.m. in the church. We will be studying the Beatitudes. Everyone is welcomed to come.
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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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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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