Dear Parishioners,

This message is clear. The parable is well known. Simply this…be kind and generous as often as you can and never forget that there are so many of God’s children less fortunate than yourself.

I have always enjoyed the imagery put forth by the story. It is totally unambiguous. No highminded theology and no need to interpret its meaning. It exists in plain sight for all to see and it proclaims the essence of who we are as children of God… all equal in his sight. Paul’s letter to Timothy reinforces the parable by virtue of the single admonition, “pursue righteousness”.

I end my thoughts to you, my friends, as Paul ends his letter to Timothy, “To him be honor and eternal power. Amen”.

In Christ,

WELCOME BACK TO A
NEW YEAR OF RELIGIOUS ED CLASSES!

This is always an exciting time of year for me and my entire staff of Catechists to see all the children; from apprehensive 1 st graders to our veteran 8th graders; come through those doors to learn and experience Jesus Christ. We are a community of faith, all working together to guide our children to follow Christ and be a light to others.

This year, the church celebrates Catechetical Sunday today. The 2019 theme is "Stay with Us." Those who serve as catechists will be called forth to be commissioned for their ministry, and they truly deserve it.

Catechetical Sunday is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the role that each person plays, by virtue of Baptism, in handing on the faith and being a witness to the Gospel. Catechetical Sunday is an opportunity for all to rededicate themselves to this mission as a community of faith.

Here are some of OLC’s special volunteers who dedicate their time and share their talent with so many children, teens and adults. We are grateful and blessed to have you!

Liesl Iza, Jean Caughey, Debbie Micka, Gena Duffner, Mike Duffner, Angela Follano, Sara Tully, Joanna Leo, Jen Kleinknecht, Kim Kahwaty, Nickol Muller, Dana Ciccone, Jeanne Lippi, Krista Schiavone, Angela Kivari, Jessica Hablitz, Andrea Mikhail, Angie Lombardo, Fran Cuccinello, Alyson Hannon, Mimi Hannon, Patricia DiToro, Laurie Palatucci, Berndette Greatorex, Nancy Holtje, Tina Hunka, Barbara Marosits, Judy Licerio, Susan Pescatore, John Pescatore, Olivia Troche, Rena Rivera, Diane Cedraschi, Lucille DiNome, Ernesta Coppola, Ken Arbuckle, Margaret Kerstner and Joe Gioia.