Encouraging the Culture of Encounter with Jesus Christ, His Church, and All People Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Preparing for Advent and Turning Eastward Last week I wrote of how we plan to celebrate the Masses of Advent ad orientem, meaning “toward the East.” A couple years ago, the Prefect for the Congregation of the Discipline of the Sacraments, Cardinal Sarah, stated that this liturgical posture is very much a part of our current Tradition and recommended that priests and parishes incorporate this liturgical option in some way. While this was not a mandate, only a suggestion, I believe it has merit.

Vigil Mass October 31 7:00 p.m. Holy Day November 1 7:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. and while November 2nd, All Souls Day, is not obligatory, please join us as we pray for our faithful departed on Friday at 8:30 a.m. Mass or at the new Extraordinary Form Mass at 5:30 p.m.

Encouraging the Culture of Encounter with Jesus Christ, His Church, and All People Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Listening Session Regarding Church Scandals This Sunday, October 28 at 9:30 in the PAC we will have a listening session regarding the recent scandals in the church. It will be a time of prayer, sharing thoughts and feelings, and offering support to one another as we journey together during these difficult times. My hope is that this can be a step toward receiving the Lord’s consolation and asking God to bestow even more graces to His Church.