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Things to know when attending Mass - Part VII

Posted by paul fritz on 3/27/15

From Gert’s Catholic Library

The readings and the Priest preaching about the Gospel help us to grow in our faith. It is now our turn to declare that we believe in God as He has been revealed to us in the Scriptures and through the teaching of the Church. ... Read More »

Trivia - 28 Steps

Posted by paul fritz on 3/27/15

Question: The  28 marble step stairs that Jesus climbed when Pontius Pilate brought him before the crowd and then handed him over to be to crucified can be found today in what city?  Hint: St. Helen was instrumental in their placement to this site.Answer: Also called the Scala Sancta ... Read More »

Things to know when attending Mass - Part VI

Posted by paul fritz on 3/21/15

From Gert’s Catholic Library

The readings and responsorial psalm bring us to the high point of the Liturgy of the Word, which is the proclamation of the Gospel. The priest takes the Book of the Gospel from the altar and holding it aloft takes it to the lectern as ... Read More »

Trivia - Inscription Languages

Posted by paul fritz on 3/21/15

Question: According to John's Gospel,  in which of the following languages was the inscription "Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews" NOT posted on Christ's cross?1. Arabic2. Hebrew3. Greek4. Latin5. EnglishAnswer: The inscription was NOT written in Arabic or English but was written in Hebrew, Latin and Greek. See ... Read More »

Trivia - Foretelling of the Crucifixion

Posted by paul fritz on 3/14/15

Question: Which Psalm in the Book of Psalms foretells the crucifixion of Jesus and that lots would be cast for his clothes?Answer: Psalm 22

Things to know when attending Mass - Part V

Posted by paul fritz on 3/14/15

from Gert’s Catholic Library

The Mass is structured into 4 parts. We have touched on things to know for the Introductory Rites, which is the first part of Mass. The next two are the largest and most important parts of the Mass; The Liturgy of the Word and The ... Read More »

KC Fish Fry at St. Joseph EPP - March 13

Posted by paul fritz on 3/07/15

Knights of Columbus Fish Fry at St Joseph on Friday MARCH 13 from 5:30 - 7:00pm. Spread the word. Proceeds of the KC fish frys at Fairfield and East Pleasant Plain go to High School Senior Scholarships for St. Mary's and SS Joseph and Cabrini.

There is another fish ... Read More »

Free Lenten Reflections

Posted by paul fritz on 3/07/15

FREE daily Lent reflections from Fr. Robert Barron.Sign up to receive these daily spiritual messages at www.lentreflections.com .

Trivia - Thirty Pieces of Silver

Posted by paul fritz on 3/07/15

Question: Which prophet foretold that Jesus would be sold for thirty pieces of silver?Answer: Zechariah (Zech. 11:12-13)

Things to know when attending Mass - Part IV

Posted by paul fritz on 3/07/15

From Gert’s Catholic Library

The Mass should not be an event we attend to be entertained. The Mass should be an opportunity for the whole community to participate in the worship of our God and spend time in prayer as part of our parish family.

The Mass itself starts ... Read More »