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I wish to thank the parishioners who responded to the questionnaire that had been inserted in the bulletin in June regarding the proposed closing of Francisco & Richmond Avenues. We had about seventy (70) responses, about twenty (20) of these were from residents south of 95th Street. Almost all of the responses expressed concern over the impact the closing of Francisco would have on the parish. Most of the responses from those living north of 95th Street said the closure would have little impact on them. Those living south of 95th said it would have some impact, but most said they would adapt. In preparation for an information meeting held at the beginning of August, members of the Parish Council tried to call active parishioners south of 95th Street. A fairly good number were contacted, and the overall response was similar to the written ones. As I thought, reflected, and prayed over my opinion, I was seeing some good elements to a closure in terms of safety for our school and religious ed students, as well as for others who gather at the parish. The impact on weddings and funerals would be minimal, and LCM was open to parishioners using the new parking lot during weekend Masses. With the responses from our parishioners, I think the positives of closing the street outweigh the negatives. The plan to include a pedestrian walkway from 95th to 94th Street on the east side of Francisco (that would be separated from the new parking lot) is a benefit.. The proposal has not been approved by the Village Board of Trustees as of August 25th. The Mayor and Building Commissioner continue to consult residents of the Village. And no, LCM is not trying to buy the parish. More concretely, this past week we had repair on our internal sidewalks, and the installation of two handicapped ramps, one on the church and the other at the east end of the Little School. Your Millennium Campaign contributions at work to improve our parish. Thank you. *********************************************** *********************************************
Now, if someone can start doing that, a next easy step is to add the four types of prayer (Praise, Thanksgiving, Contrition and Petition at the end of Jesus' name. Here's something I came up with -
Jesus, I worship you as our Savior and the true Son of God. (Praise) Jesus, I thank you for the gift of your cross and for my salvation.. (Thanksgiving) Jesus, I am sorry for my sins and ask for your forgiveness. (Contrition) Jesus, I pray for eternal life with you and the angels and saints. (Petition)
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Prayer for Unity Lord, make us... One with our brothers and sisters here in love And one with saints that are at rest And one with angel hosts above And one with You, forever blest.
****************************************** Many thanks to Linda and Walter Kosary of Kosary Funeral Home for once again this year sponsoring our parish calendars, available beginning today.
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Please, if you need to bring a phone to church, remember to turn it off or to silent “ring”.
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If
you wish to send a note or card to Bob Sutton, his new address is: 1620 W 2nd St. Cresson, PA 16630
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Daily prayer for life Heavenly Father, as the author of life, touch with compassion the hearts of those women and men who, with your help, have conceived human life and now think of abortion, not parenthood. Help them to understand that their newly created child and all children are made in your image and likeness, made for eternal life. Dispel their fears and helplessness and give them true and generous hearts to love their babies and give them birth and all the needed care that a parent alone can give. And when your children turn away from you through abortion, penetrate their hearts to seek your loving forgiveness and healing power. Finally, Lord, soften the hearts of the abortionists, and enlighten all elected officials to accept your loving grace and to recognize and protect the inviolability and sanctity of all human life from conception to natural death. Amen.
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I would also like to take this opportunity to encourage you to patronize the various businesses and services that advertise in our bulletin. They make this weekly publication possible.
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If Sunday Mass is the “source and summit of our
spiritual life”, I’ll
be happy to speak with anyone, or attempt to answer any questions,
regarding the annual report. Give me a call, send me an e-mail, or talk to
me after Mass. And, please, if there is someone you know who has quit
coming to Sunday Mass, invite them to come with you and rediscover the
richness of the Lord. A PRAYER TO THE SPIRIT Holy
Spirit, Is
someone you love serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Afghanistan, or elsewhere?
Please send me his/her name and assignment for inclusion in the prayers of our
community.
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