07 Feb 10 in Reflections

February 7, 2010

REFLECTION:
What precipitated the radical response of the first disciples who “left everything and followed” Jesus?  Clearly, Jesus’ words and actions.  To fishermen who had labored fruitlessly all night, Jesus says try again and leads them to a great catch.  To a sinful Peter who considers himself unworthy of Jesus’ company, Jesus says follow me and transforms his life’s purpose.  More than one miracle has occurred in this gospel.

  • When I feel I have ministered fruitlessly, the words of Jesus I hear are . . .
  • When I feel unworthy to be a follower of Jesus, the words of Jesus I hear are . . .
  • The miracles Jesus has worked in my life are . . . . .  They have moved me to . . .


Connecting the Gospel
to the first reading: There at least two points of contact between the first reading and the gospel.  The first is the presentation of Jeremiah and Jesus as prophets who are rejected.  The second is God’s promise of protection and deliverance.

to our experience: So much of our contemporary culture is based on what is popular, for example, American Idol, Nielson ratings, political polls, marketing samples, etc.  Jesus based his message not on popular reaction but on the truth of God’s word.

Reprinted with permission of Liturgical Press from: Living Liturgy

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02 Dec 08 in Organizations

The Holy Spirit Parish

Holy Spirit Parish is a small Roman Catholic Parish in south-central Kentucky. We were founded in 1953 and our church was erected in 1968. We have 76 registered families, with a wide variety of ages and ethnic backgrounds. The majority of our parishioners are transplants from other areas, who have settled here for jobs, to be near family and/or friends or to retire near gorgeous Lake Cumberland. In the summer we welcome many visitors who come to Lake Cumberland. One of the gifts of our parish is our hospitality. We try to make everyone feel welcome and a part of our Eucharistic celebrations. Read more...
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11 Oct 09 in Education

Education - October 11, 2009

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: For all students is today.

ADULT EDUCATION WITH FR. KEVIN: Meets tomorrow Monday October 12 from 7:00-8:30 PM.  This session on biblical history will cover Moses, Aaron and Levi.  There will be a video and discussion.

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Living Wage

MONTHLY PRAYER FROM CATHOLIC CHARITIES:   The prayer for the month of September is a prayer for work. Read more...
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PRAYERS: Please keep Ashley Niesolowski, Carol Schweiger, Jennifer (Gault) Gillum, Julia Gosser, Sr. Francis Anne Durbin, CDP (cousin of Joann & Donna), Betty Crail (Julie Beckmann’s mother), Henrietta Stenken (Sr. Marian’s mother), Chelsea Powell, Amanda Marzec, Sherri Lynn Riley, Georgia (Coleman) Grooms, Richard Baltz (cousin of Betty Coleman), Tess (Eysenbach) Dockery, John & Charlene Sobi, Fr. Dan’s Father, Dior Marie, Teresa, Colin Wolford, Rita Ohlmann  (Carolyn Williams’ sister-in-law) and Kelley M. (Skipper) Diatikar in your prayers.  Cards would be appreciated as well.

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MARRIAGE MOMENTS: Three weeks ago, few people gave a second  thought to Haiti.  Today, the devastating earthquake has awakened the world to  suffering and a mammoth response.  Don’t  wait for a crisis to awaken you to underlying weaknesses in your marriage.  Build a strong foundation today.
“Susan Vogt, www.SusanVogt.net

 

WELCOME TO OUR NEW PARISHIONERS: Dave & Pam Feebach, 1009 Cliffside Dr., Russell Springs,
858-4709; Colin & Shawna Wolford and their children Leslie, Austin & Briney, 107 Elm St., Columbia,
270-378-0471.

 

SECOND COLLECTION FOR PROPAGATION OF THE FAITH: will be taken up today January 31.

NO RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES: today.

SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY: is today January 31 following Mass.  Please plan on staying.  All are welcome.

 

Thank You

THANK YOU:

  • To Dorothy Porter & Bonnie Willis for donating the poinsettias.
  • To all who helped and attended our Christmas Eve Reception.

 

 

THANK YOU:

  • To everyone who helped us decorate church last Sunday.
  • To Dorothy Porter & Bonnie Willis for donating the poinsettias.
  • To all who helped and attended our Christmas Eve Reception.
  • To all our children, youth and adults for helping with the Christmas Stroll presentation.  A special thank you to Linda Riley for sharing her “directing” abilities and to Beth LaFrance for sharing her artistic talent.  It was wonderful!!

 

 

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