Call for Eucharistic Ministers When the subject of “needs” arises, most often we think of physical needs, like clothing, food and shelter. However, there are a number of health care facilities in our Parish whose Catholic patients are unable to get to Mass and receive the Eucharist. They are often forgotten because we don’t see them or hear about them. They have spiritual needs. Here is a story I heard recently. Gloria was a Catholic patient in a nearby nursing facility who was in poor physical health but with a sharp mind. She had not been to Mass or received the Eucharist in several years. Michael was a volunteer who brought the Eucharist to various patients in the facility. He stopped by to visit Gloria several times and offered her the Eucharist but each time she declined. … [Read more...]
Five Finger Prayer Guide
Here is a simple prayer that has been attributed to Pope Francis, which he wrote as a Cardinal. It's called the “five finger prayer guide.“ 1. The thumb is the closest finger to you. So start praying for those who are closest to you. They are the persons easiest to remember. To pray for our dear ones is a “sweet obligation.” 2. The next finger is the index. Pray for those who teach you, instruct you and heal you. They need the support and wisdom to show direction to others. Always keep them in your prayers. 3. The following finger is the tallest. It reminds us of our leaders, the governors and those who have authority. They need God's guidance. 4. The fourth finger is the ring finger. Even that it may surprise you, it is our weakest finger. It should remind us to pray for … [Read more...]
Bible Study Acts of the Apostles
Good Shepherd Parish Scripture Study Begins Again On Thursday, March 7 we will begin the Sacred Scripture course on the "Acts of the Apostles." There will have two classes.  One will meet during the day from 1:00pm to 2:30pm, and the other will meet in the evening from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. Please come and join us for this study. Once again our teacher via videotape is Dr. Jeff Cavins.The class will be led by our DRE, Mr. Phillip Bellini.Please contact Phillip if you would like to join the class as early as possible so we can order the appropriate amount of the study materials. The cost for the course is $35.00 to cover the cost of the study binders. The class will last twenty weeks. … [Read more...]
