 Come, Holy Ghost, send forth the heavenly radiance of your light. O most blessed light, fill the inmost heart of your faithful. |
 An Invitation to An Evening on Sacred Architecture |
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The work of the Holy Spirit |
 ~by St. Basil
The titles given to the Holy Spirit must surely stir the soul of anyone who hears them, and make him realise that they speak of nothing less than the supreme Being. Is he not called the Spirit of God, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, the steadfast Spirit, the guiding Spirit? But his principal and most personal title is the Holy Spirit.
To the Spirit all creatures turn in their need for sanctification; all living things seek him according to their ability. His breath empowers each to achieve its own natural end.
The Spirit is the source of holiness, a spiritual light, and he offers his own light to every mind to help it in its search for truth. By nature the Spirit is beyond the reach of our mind, but we can know him by his goodness. The power of the Spirit fills the whole universe, but he gives himself only to those who are worthy, acting in each according to the measure of his faith.
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Annual John 6:35 Youth Retreat |
St. Catherine of Siena has been chosen as the host site for the Annual John 6:35 Retreat for Youth - September 26,27,28th, 2008.
The John 6:35 Youth Retreat is given annually for youth between the ages of 13-30 and is an opportunity for young people to experience a lasting friendship with Jesus Christ. The youth will hear engaging talks that will teach the Catholic faith and challenge them to a deeper relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ as they face the challenges our times.
Mark your calendars. Register early! If you register by midnight, May 4th, you will be automatically entered for a chance to win an iPod Touch!
Watch this awesome video, Youth 2000
To learn more about the John 6:35 Eucharistic Retreat, please visit the website, John 6:35 The Big Event. |
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Bishop Burbidge's Letter on Faithful Citizenship |
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
As our state and nation move towards an important series of elections, I write to encourage you to participate as faithful citizens in the electoral process.
As Americans, we live in a free and pluralistic nation, with its many voices and points of view. As Catholics, we are called upon to make moral choices ever faithful to the Gospel. The upcoming elections will provide an opportunity to exercise these moral choices, especially for the protection of the unborn and all human life. Read more. |
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What is Ad Orientem Worship? |
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This term "ad orientem" refers to what direction the Priest is facing while saying Mass and it is getting much discussion these days as the church reflects upon the command "Let us Turn towards the Lord". |
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 Eternal Trinity, Godhead, mystery deep as the sea, you could give me no greater gift than the gift of yourself. For you are a fire ever burning and never consumed, which itself consumes all the selfish love that fills my being. Yes, you are a fire that takes away the coldness, illuminates the mind with its light, and causes me to know your truth. And I know that you are beauty and wisdom itself. The food of angels, you gave yourself to man in the fire of your love. - Saint Catherine of Siena
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Come and see with prayerful heart how our church is a house of conversation with God. |
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