St. Mary of Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish
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For children The Story of Peter St. Peter, the First Pope For teens Gospel The Untold Truth of St. Peter Second reading music meditations O The Depth The Love of God (Eastward Missions) Song lyrics The love of God, how strong and deep to me. Twill be my theme through all eternity… The King of […]
(Died 178 AD) Symphorian lived in the city of Autun, one of the most ancient cities of Gaul. He was born of a noble Christian family during the reign of the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius. Though just a young man, he was known for his modesty, prudence, charity and the innocence of his manners. The […]
(1835 -1914) In 1835, Joseph Sarto was born the second of 10 children in a poor Italian family. He would one day become Pius X at age 68. Ever mindful of his humble origin, Pope Pius stated, “I was born poor, I lived poor, I will die poor.” He was embarrassed by some of the […]
(1090-1153) Bernard was born in Fontaine, France, of a good family. When he was 22, he entered the monastery founded by Robert of Molesme at Citeaux (in Latin, Cistercium — the order centered on the monastery were thus known as Cistercians). Twelve companions joined him, including four brothers, an uncle, and a cousin. Following his […]
Last Updated on April 27, 2022 by Editor Emily loves being involved in many activities, but the one she loves the most is dancing. She has made many good friends in dance, including teachers and other girls. Most importantly, it has taught to never give up. Note to readers: Diocesan guidelines prohibit the publication of […]
(1601-1680) John Eudes was the son of a farmer in Ri, Normandy, France. He went to the Jesuit college at Caen when he was 14, and despite his parents’ wish that he marry, he joined the Congregation of the Oratory of France in 1623. He studied in Paris and in Aubervilliers, was ordained in 1625, […]
St. Helena rose from humble station (St. Ambrose described her as a “good stable maid”) to become empress of the western world. She was born the third century in the town of Bithynia in Asia Minor. Her modesty and virtue attracted the attention of a young Roman official, Constantius Chlorus, who took her as his […]
(1666-1736) A chance encounter with a particular individual can sometimes alter the course of a lifetime. Today’s saint’s encounter with a shabby old woman many dismissed as insane prompted St. Joan (Jeanne DeLanoue), a relatively successful businesswoman, known more for her insensitivity and greed, to dedicate her life to the poor. This was a significant […]
(1295-1327) St. Roch, also known as Roche and Rocco, was born in Montpellier, France, about 1295. His father was governor of that city. At his birth St. Roch is said to have had on his breast a birthmark in the shape of a red cross. His parents died when he was about 20 and he […]
Last Updated on August 28, 2020 by Editor Call to worship Having a strong faith means knowing that God’s heart is open to all people, continually extending abundant and generous mercy to people of every race creed and color. We all have the same human needs that bind us together in our desire for God’s […]