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Trivia - Location of the Ascension

Posted by paul fritz on 4/30/16

Question: The Gospel according to Saint Luke says that the Ascension occurred in the vicinity of Bethany (Luke 24:50-51).  Where does the Acts of the Apostles say that the Ascension occurred?Answer: Near Mount Olivet (Mount of Olives) near Jerusalem (Acts 1:12). The village of Bethany is on the southeast ... Read More »

Book Discussion Group - Resumes in October

Posted by paul fritz on 4/25/16

Our group discussion of Pope Francis' book The Church of Mercy will resume in October.

UPDATED! Trivia - Shortest Book of the Bible

Posted by paul fritz on 4/22/16

Question: What is the SHORTEST book of the Old Testament of the Bible?Answer:  Oops! The editor didn't read the question carefully and therefore published the WRONG answer! The Third Epistle of John is the shortest book when including BOTH Old and New Testaments, however, the question is asking ONLY ... Read More »

Book Discussion Questions - Part Six

Posted by paul fritz on 4/22/16

We will discuss Part Six----Shepherds with the "Odor of the Sheep" after Mass on April 24.Chapter 22 1.  How does Pope Francis describe the pastoral presence that a bishop needs to have among his people?2.  Why does Pope Francis stress the value of stability?

Chapter 23 1.  How does ... Read More »

Trivia - Papal Birthday at the White House?

Posted by paul fritz on 4/15/16

Question: Which Pope celebrated his birthday on the White House lawn in Washington D.C., but then did not attend his Holiness' birthday dinner that evening at the White House?Bonus question:  Who was the President that hosted these special events?Answers: Pope Benedict XVI. President George W. Bush (43rd President)Read more:http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-560118/Pope-celebrates-81st-birthday-White-House-lawn-enthralled-guests-sing-Happy-Birthday--twice.html

Book Discussion Questions - Part Four

Posted by paul fritz on 4/11/16

We will be discussing Part Four after Mass on April 17.

Part FourProclamation and Testimony13.    Do Not Be Afraid a.    How is it that Peter and the apostles could proclaim their joy in spite of their suffering?

14.    Bringing the Word of God a.    What does Pope Francis mean ... Read More »

Trivia - First To See The Risen Christ

Posted by paul fritz on 4/11/16

Question: Who was the first person to see the risen Jesus Christ?  Where did this person encounter the risen Christ?Answer: Mary Magdalene. Inside the tomb. (John 20:14, Mark 16:9)

Reminder: April 3 Mass at 2pm

Posted by paul fritz on 4/02/16

There will be no 8:30am Mass on Sunday, April 3.We will have Mass at 2:00pm for Confirmation. Please join us in support of the Confirmation Candidates and their families.

Trivia - Who Buried Jesus?

Posted by paul fritz on 4/02/16

Question: In John 19 two men helped prepare the body of  Christ for burial.  One is said to have been a secret disciple and the other secretly came to Jesus early in his ministry to ask questions.  Who are these men?Answer: Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus