St. Andrew Parish 1899 McCoy Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220 Parish Office (614) 451-4290 • Fax (614) 451-8300 • www.standrewparish.cc OFFICE HOURS ARE LIMITED AT THIS TIME. PLEASE CALL THE PARISH OFFICE FOR DETAILS OR TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT. REGISTRATION Please call the Parish Office to register in the parish. Optionally, you may visit our website and follow the instructions for registration. MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil – 4:30 PM Sunday – 7:30 AM, 9:15 AM, 11:00 AM Daily – 6:30 AM & 8:30 AM, Saturday Morning – 9:00 AM Holy Days – Vigil 7:00 PM & 12:15 PM BAPTISMS Celebrated every Sunday after the 11:00 AM Mass and by appointment only. Baptism Preparation Classes have not resumed. RECONCILIATION Saturday, 3:15-4:15 PM in the Chapel. Please maintain 6 feet social distancing while waiting; or anytime by appointment. Please contact a parish priest for more information. MATRIMONY Please contact the Parish Office at least six months in advance. A wedding date can only be set after meeting with a priest or deacon. RCIA Classes start in the fall and run through Easter. Please contact the RCIA Team at (614) 451-1129, ext. 120 or at [email protected]. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Eucharistic Adoration has been suspended for the time being. ANOINTING OF THE SICK Please contact a priest at the Parish Office. Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – July 5, 2020
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St. Andrew Parish1899 McCoy Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220
Parish Office (614) 451-4290 • Fax (614) 451-8300 • www.standrewparish.cc OFFICE HOURS ARE LIMITED AT THIS TIME.
PLEASE CALL THE PARISH OFFICE FOR DETAILS OR TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.
REGISTRATION Please call the Parish Office to register in the parish.
Optionally, you may visit our website and follow the instructions for registration.
MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil – 4:30 PM Sunday – 7:30 AM, 9:15 AM, 11:00 AM Daily – 6:30 AM & 8:30 AM, Saturday Morning – 9:00 AM Holy Days – Vigil 7:00 PM & 12:15 PM
BAPTISMS Celebrated every Sunday after the 11:00 AM Massand by appointment only. Baptism Preparation Classes have not resumed.
RECONCILIATION Saturday, 3:15-4:15 PM in the Chapel. Please maintain 6 feet social distancing while waiting; or anytime by appointment. Please contact a parish priest for more information.
MATRIMONY Please contact the Parish Office at least six months in advance. A wedding date can only be set after meeting with a priest or deacon.
RCIA Classes start in the fall and run through Easter. Please contact the RCIA Team at (614) 451-1129, ext. 120 or at [email protected].
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Eucharistic Adoration has been suspended for the time being.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK Please contact a priest at the Parish Office.
Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – July 5, 2020
STAFF DIRECTORY
CLERGY - 614-451-4290 Msgr. Stephan Moloney, Pastor Ext. 101Rev. T. J. Lehigh, Parochial Vicar Ext. 103Rev. Mr. Thomas M. Berg, Jr., Permanent Deacon Rev. William DeVille, In Holy Service [email protected]
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - 614-451-2855 Suzie Emsweller, Director of Religious Education Ext 304 [email protected] Sally Shough, Administrative Assistant Ext 141 Kathy Dowler, Coord. of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Ext 305
SCHOOL ADIMINISTRATION STAFF - 614-451-1626 Joel Wichtman, Principal Ext 234 [email protected] Marie Raynes, Assistant Principal Ext 235 [email protected] Jane Mazza, Administrative Assistant Ext 223 [email protected] Heather Roush, School Secretary Ext 228 [email protected] Chuck Rekow, Marketing & Enrollment Ext 222 [email protected] Kyletta Scheirmann, Latchkey Ext 105
BRYCE ECK ACTIVITY CENTER - 614-459-1402 Kathy Barger, Activity Director & Rental Coordinator Ext 2 [email protected] Annie Stephas, Preschool Director Ext 3 [email protected] Andrea McClymont, Youth Ministry Ext 1 [email protected]
BANNS OF MATRIMONY I Emily Wiegandt & Bryce Spees III Emily Assenheimer & Sean Zimmer
BAPTISMS Adalyn & Colton Gilbert, daughter & son ofDaniel & Sarah Gilbert
Thank you for your continued support. We are grateful for your generosity. We encourage those still using envelopes to either place them in the baskets located near the exits on your way out after Mass, mail them to the parish office or sign up for your bank ’s online bill pay service (please use your envelope number as the “account” number). Send to St. Andrew Parish, 1899 McCoy Rd.,Columbus, OH 43220.
St. Andrew Parish would like to thank the increasing number of families who are currently givingelectronically. You may not see these fellow parishioners place an envelope in the basket every week, but their consistent giving does not go unnoticed in our parish office. Not only does it allow us to process the contributions quickly, but no physical contact is required. Each month,our parish receives a steady and predictable stream of income from those donors who have made the commitment to give to God first by having a designated contribution automatically transferred to our parish through our Online Giving Program If you would like to learn more about this easy, safe and secure way of giving, please visit Our Sunday Visitor at osvonlinegiving.com/4150.If you need help getting started, please do not hesitate to call our Business Manager, Ann Whiteman at 614-451-4290, ext. 102 or via email [email protected].
SUNDAY OFFERTORY 6/21/2020 YTD
Actual $14,603 $1,789,192 Budget $23,500 $1,881,925 Last Year $29,240 $1,866,875
REST IN PEACE
William “Bill” Jones Vera Blake, Grandmother of Erin Karlquist Richard Bosetti, grandfather of Fr. T.J. Lehigh
HOLY MASS MASS INTENTIONS
Vigil for 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time 4:30 Carlo & Maria Lombardi and
Angelo & Theresa Casuccio
Sunday: July 5 – 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 Philip Lombardi 9:15 Rita Melaragno 11:00 For the People of St. Andrew Parish
Monday: July 6 - Weekday 6:30 John B. Massey 8:30 Joseph Cianelli
Tuesday: July 7 - Weekday 6:30 Angelo Ciotola 8:30 Charles Pieper
Wednesday: July 8 - Weekday 6:30 8:30
Thursday: 6:30 8:30
Friday: 6:30 8:30
Saturday: 9:00
4:30
Sunday:
7:30 9:15 11:00
Charles Elliot & Vincent Ireland For the People of St. Andrew Parish
July 9 - Weekday For the People of St. Andrew Parish Heimo Langer
July 10 - Weekday George Foeller Joseph Joffre
July 11 - St. Benedict Charlotte Hoelzle
Vigil for 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time James Saffell
July 12 – 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time John Holonitch Duane Palmo Joe Joseph, Sr.
SCHEDULING MASS INTENTIONS The practice of requesting a Mass to be offered for a loved one – living or deceased – is a beautiful and wonderful part of our Catholic tradition and to ensure all who wish to schedule a Mass for loved ones may do so, a new Mass Intention procedure has been put into effect immediately.
All Mass Intention requests should be made inwriting or in person (at the present time due tolimited office staffing, we are not currently takingin person requests) & must be accompanied bypayment. While you may call or email to checkthe availability of certain dates or times,requests will not be finalized over the phoneand will not be reserved until payment isreceived.
Request forms are available in the pamphlet racksin the parlor and NW entrance or you may send anemail or note (accompanied with payment) withthe name(s) of the deceased, dates & timesrequested and your contact information. Only oneintention (person) per Mass is allowed, however forpastoral concerns to better accommodate theneeds of parishioners, two first names (David &Catherine Smith) or two last names (Scott & SmithFamilies) are acceptable.
We will do our best to honor the date(s) & timesrequested, but unfortunately, no date or time canbe guaranteed. Once scheduled, we will send a listof the Masses scheduled for your records. You willbe sent a confirmation of the date(s) and time(s) ofthe Mass(es) scheduled. Please allow 5 7 days forprocessing.
Families may schedule up to twelve (12) Massesper year with four (4) of those on weekends.Additional Masses will be accepted, but these willbe scheduled when dates are available throughoutthe year on a rotating basis.
A $10 stipend, as determined by Diocesan policy, isto accompany each Mass request. Please makecheck payable to St. Andrew Parish with MassStipend in memo section of check. Payment, alongwith request form or note with Mass dates/timesrequested may be placed in an envelope marked"Mass Intentions" & placed in the weekendcollection basket or mailed to the parish office atSt. Andrew Parish Attn: Mass Intentions,1899 McCoy Rd., Columbus, OH 43220.
Vigil for 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time Michael & Maxine Lombardi
June 28 - 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Michael Alu, Sr. For the People of St. Andrew Parish John Scafone
June 29 - Sts. Peter & Paul Helen Lynch Joan Talbot
June 30 - Weekday Paul & Lillian Wentzel George & Evelyn Foeller
Wednesday: July 1 - Weekday 6:30 Patrick Wynne 8:30 Pat Cantwell
Thursday: 6:30 8:30
Friday: 6:30 8:30
Saturday: 9:00
4:30
Sunday: 7:30 9:15 11:00
July 2 - Weekday Dianna Barrett Jacqueline Carskadon
July 3 - St. Thomas Alice Guinan Maureen Lombardo
July 4 - Independence Day Gilia Iafolla
Vigil for 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time Carlo & Maria Lombardi and Angelo & Theresa Casuccio
July 5 - 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time Philip Lombardi Rita Melaragno For the People of St. Andrew Parish
Jun 28 2 Kgs 4:8-11, 14-16a/Rom 6:3-4, 8-11/Mt 10:37- 42 Jun 29 Acts 12:1-11/2 Tm 4:6-8, 17-18/Mt 16:13-19 Jun 30 Am 3:1-8; 4:11-12/Mt 8:23-27 Jul 1 Am 5:14-15, 21-24/Mt 8:28-34 Jul 2 Am 7:10-17/Mt 9:1-8 Jul 3 Eph 2:19-22/Jn 20:24-29 Jul 4 Am 9:11-15/Mt 9:14-17 Jul 5 Zec 9:9-10/Rom 8:9, 11-13/Mt 11:25-30
RREEAADDIINNGGSS TTHHIISS WWEEEEKK
SCHEDULING MASS INTENTIONS The practice of requesting a Mass to be offered for a loved one – living or deceased – is a beautiful and wonderful part of our Catholic tradition and to ensure all who wish to schedule a Mass for loved ones may do so, a new Mass Intention procedure has been put into effect immediately.
All Mass Intention requests should be made inwriting or in person (at the present time due to limited office staffing, we are not currently taking in-person requests) & must be accompanied by payment. While you may call or email to check the availability of certain dates or times, requests will not be finalized over the phone and will not be reserved until payment is received.
Request forms are available in the pamphlet racksin the parlor and NW entrance or you may send an email or note (accompanied with payment) with the name(s) of the deceased, dates & times requested and your contact information. Only one intention (person) per Mass is allowed, however, for pastoral concerns to better accommodate the needs of parishioners, two first names (David & Catherine Smith) or two last names (Scott & Smith Families) are acceptable.
We will do our best to honor the date(s) & timesrequested, but unfortunately, no date or time canbe guaranteed. Once scheduled, we will send a listof the Masses scheduled for your records. You willbe sent a confirmation of the date(s) and time(s) ofthe Mass(es) scheduled. Please allow 5 7 days forprocessing.
Families may schedule up to twelve (12) Massesper year with four (4) of those on weekends.Additional Masses will be accepted, but these willbe scheduled when dates are available throughoutthe year on a rotating basis.
A $10 stipend, as determined by Diocesan policy, isto accompany each Mass request. Please make check payable to St. Andrew Parish with Mass Stipend in memo section of check. Payment, along with request form or note with Mass dates/times requested may be placed in an envelope marked "Mass Intentions" & placed in the weekend collection basket or mailed to the parish office at St. Andrew Parish Attn: Mass Intentions 1899 McCoy Rd., Columbus, OH 43220.
Questions? Please email the parish secretary [email protected] or call the parish office at 614 451 4290.
Local businesses and sponsors that advertise on bulletins appreciate your business. Please encourage and remind others to show their support during this time.
We have resumed regular Saturday Confessions from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. There are some modifications, however.
Confessions will take place in the Chapel (because the confessional is too confining for proper social distancing). Only one priest will be available. Those waiting in line must remain 6 feet from others in the line. As always, you may also call the parish office to make an appointment for Confession as well.
We have a new process for scheduling Baptisms.
Baptisms are held on every Sunday at 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. by appointment. A total of 10 people, including the clergy & parents, may be in attendance. If you would like to schedule a Baptism, send an email to [email protected].
Due to the continued uncertainty of the COVID 19 virus spread, we are not accepting reservations for any of the meeting rooms or spaces around the parish for the near future.
We are hopeful and optimistic that our fall sports will happen this year. When that happens we’re asking for some great volunteers to make a difference and become a volleyball coach. Coaching is such a wonderful way to be involved in the school and parish. If interested pleasecontact Amy Hura at 614-562-2800 oremail [email protected].
CONFESSIONS
BAPTISMS
FACILITY/ROOM RESERVATIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WWHHYY DDOO WWEE DDOO TTHHAATT?? Catholic Life Explained: Why do priests kiss the altar at the start of Mass?
Our churches and chapels are filled with symbols. We might think of the more common symbols (like the crucifix, statues, stained glass windows, vestment color and altar cloths) as well as major symbols (such as the paschal candle and the baptismal font). But there are some things that we can take for granted in our sacred spaces, because unfortunately, they seem to just be part of the building, including three of the main symbols of our liturgy: the ambo (lectern), the chair for the priest celebrant, and the altar.These three objects are placed in a specially designated area called the sanctuary. They are the places where the Word of God is proclaimed, where the priest prays and presides at the celebration, and where the bread and wine are offered by the priest during the Eucharistic Prayer. Although each of these objects is sacred because of the role they play in our worship, the altar holds a special place. In a document containing the rules and instructions for the Mass — the “General Instruction of the Roman Missal” — we read: “The altar on which the Sacrifice of the Cross is made present under sacramental signs is also the table of the Lord to which the People of God called together to participate in the Mass, as well as the center of the thanksgiving that is accomplished throughout the Eucharist” (no. 296).One of the ways that we recognize the importance of the altar is when the priest and deacon kiss the altar at the beginning of Mass. Kissing is an ancient act of devotion. Remember, we also kiss the cross on Good Friday, and the deacon or priest kisses the “Book of the Gospels” after the Gospel is proclaimed. This act of devotion reminds us that the altar is a symbol of Jesus, the “living stone” (see 1 Peter 2:4), the foundation stone of our faith. It is a symbol gesture, but it is a powerful reminder of the One on whom our faith is built and in whose name we gather as the “household of faith” (see Galatians 6:10). To learn more, see the “Catechism of the Catholic Church” (no. 1382 1383).
Call to theEVERYDAY STEWARDSHIP
Recognize God in Your Ordinary Moments
FAITH LIKE A CHILD
If you Google Search recommendations on how to raise generous children, almost every list of ideas begins with — or at least contains — the directive for adults to be good models of generosity themselves. Our children learn from our actions much more than from our words. Of course, when I think back over the years while my children were growing up, I think I may have learned as much from them as they learned from me. There is a time between early childhood and middle school where a child seems to be freer to give and share than at any other time in life. It is around the age of First Communion when the cries of “mine” turn to laughter and smiles, and the urge to be a part of something bigger than oneself leads to sharing. Before you know it, the child hits the pre teen years, and once again, he or she becomes the center of the universe.
I believe that the previous paragraph is all true, however, the stages described seem to repeat themselves throughout adulthood. Don’t you agree? Sometimes we fall into seeing ourselves as the center of the universe, or we become consumed by our state in life or with what we have acquired. Also, we at times are generous and loving people. It is sin that draws us back into ourselves and away from any meaningful life of stewardship and generosity. In order to be freed for love, we need role models to help us see what really matters. We need to reflect on the example of many of our brothers and sisters in Christ. And, yes, we need to look to children who may be at the point in their lives where sharing is fun, and love is something in abundance.
St. Benedict was a mere teenager when he left the sinful world in 497 to live life fasting and praying in the inaccessible desert mountains. He was therefore quite surprised one day to see a priest bearing food appear in the remote region. “It’s Easter Day!” the priest said, “share this feast with me!” After praying and eating together, the young saint wondered why the priest had found him. As he was about to sit down to his dinner that day, the priest replied that he had heard a gentle voice say: “you are preparing for yourself a banquet, while my servant Benedict is distressed with hunger.” The priest immediately packed up the meal and set out looking for Benedict. St. Benedict, Pray for Us.
Do you discuss your spouse with God? The little joys, irritations, struggles, and dreams that make up your marriage are gifts from the hands of the Lord to make you holy and mold your heart to be as merciful as His. Since He gives you grace through the Sacrament of Marriage, be sure to cast your cares upon Him. He loves your marriage more than anyone else.
WWHHYY DDOO WWEE DDOO TTHHAATT?? Catholic Life Explained: Why do priests kiss the altar at the start of Mass?
Our churches and chapels are filled with symbols. We might think of the more common symbols (like the crucifix, statues, stained glass windows, vestment color and altar cloths) as well as major symbols (such as the paschal candle and the baptismal font). But there are some things that we can take for granted in our sacred spaces, because unfortunately, they seem to just be part of the building, including three of the main symbols of our liturgy: the ambo (lectern), the chair for the priest celebrant, and the altar.These three objects are placed in a specially designated area called the sanctuary. They are the places where the Word of God is proclaimed, where the priest prays and presides at the celebration, and where the bread and wine are offered by the priest during the Eucharistic Prayer. Although each of these objects is sacred because of the role they play in our worship, the altar holds a special place. In a document containing the rules and instructions for the Mass — the “General Instruction of the Roman Missal” — we read: “The altar on which the Sacrifice of the Cross is made present under sacramental signs is also the table of the Lord to which the People of God called together to participate in the Mass, as well as the center of the thanksgiving that is accomplished throughout the Eucharist” (no. 296).One of the ways that we recognize the importance of the altar is when the priest and deacon kiss the altar at the beginning of Mass. Kissing is an ancient act of devotion. Remember, we also kiss the cross on Good Friday, and the deacon or priest kisses the “Book of the Gospels” after the Gospel is proclaimed. This act of devotion reminds us that the altar is a symbol of Jesus, the “living stone” (see 1 Peter 2:4), the foundation stone of our faith. It is a symbol gesture, but it is a powerful reminder of the One on whom our faith is built and in whose name we gather as the “household of faith” (see Galatians 6:10). To learn more, see the “Catechism of the Catholic Church” (no. 1382 1383).
Call to theEVERYDAY STEWARDSHIP
Recognize God in Your Ordinary Moments
FAITH LIKE A CHILD
If you Google Search recommendations on how to raise generous children, almost every list of ideas begins with — or at least contains — the directive for adults to be good models of generosity themselves. Our children learn from our actions much more than from our words. Of course, when I think back over the years while my children were growing up, I think I may have learned as much from them as they learned from me. There is a time between early childhood and middle school where a child seems to be freer to give and share than at any other time in life. It is around the age of First Communion when the cries of “mine” turn to laughter and smiles, and the urge to be a part of something bigger than oneself leads to sharing. Before you know it, the child hits the pre teen years, and once again, he or she becomes the center of the universe.
I believe that the previous paragraph is all true, however, the stages described seem to repeat themselves throughout adulthood. Don’t you agree? Sometimes we fall into seeing ourselves as the center of the universe, or we become consumed by our state in life or with what we have acquired. Also, we at times are generous and loving people. It is sin that draws us back into ourselves and away from any meaningful life of stewardship and generosity. In order to be freed for love, we need role models to help us see what really matters. We need to reflect on the example of many of our brothers and sisters in Christ. And, yes, we need to look to children who may be at the point in their lives where sharing is fun, and love is something in abundance.
St. Benedict was a mere teenager when he left the sinful world in 497 to live life fasting and praying in the inaccessible desert mountains. He was therefore quite surprised one day to see a priest bearing food appear in the remote region. “It’s Easter Day!” the priest said, “share this feast with me!” After praying and eating together, the young saint wondered why the priest had found him. As he was about to sit down to his dinner that day, the priest replied that he had heard a gentle voice say: “you are preparing for yourself a banquet, while my servant Benedict is distressed with hunger.” The priest immediately packed up the meal and set out looking for Benedict. St. Benedict, Pray for Us.
Do you discuss your spouse with God? The little joys, irritations, struggles, and dreams that make up your marriage are gifts from the hands of the Lord to make you holy and mold your heart to be as merciful as His. Since He gives you grace through the Sacrament of Marriage, be sure to cast your cares upon Him. He loves your marriage more than anyone else.
WWHHYY DDOO WWEE DDOO TTHHAATT?? Catholic Life Explained:
Why do priests kiss the altar at the start of Mass?
Our churches and chapels are filled with symbols. We might think of the more common symbols (like the crucifix, statues, stained glass windows, vestment color and altar cloths) as well as major symbols (such as the paschal candle and the baptismal font). But there are some things that we can take for granted in our sacred spaces, because unfortunately, they seem to just be part of the building, including three of the main symbols of our liturgy: the ambo (lectern), the chair for the priest celebrant, and the altar.
These three objects are placed in a specially designated area called the sanctuary. They are the places where the Word of God is proclaimed, where the priest prays and presides at the celebration, and where the bread and wine are offered by the priest during the Eucharistic Prayer. Although each of these objects is sacred because of the role they play in our worship, the altar holds a special place. In a document containing the rules and instructions for the Mass — the “General Instruction of the Roman Missal” — we read: “The altar on which the Sacrifice of the Cross is made present under sacramental signs is also the table of the Lord to which the People of God is called together to participate in the Mass, as well as the center of the thanksgiving that is accomplished throughout the Eucharist” (no. 296).
One of the ways that we recognize the importance of the altar is when the priest and deacon kiss the altar at the beginning of Mass. Kissing is an ancient act of devotion. Remember, we also kiss the cross on Good Friday, and the deacon or priest kisses the “Book of the Gospels” after the Gospelis proclaimed. This act of devotion reminds us that the altar is a symbol of Jesus, the “living stone” (see 1 Peter 2:4), the foundation stone of our faith. It is a symbol gesture, but it is a powerful reminder of the One on whom our faith is built and in whose name we gather as the “household of faith” (see Galatians 6:10).To learn more, see the “Catechism of the Catholic Church” (no. 1382 1383).
Call to theEVERYDAY STEWARDSHIP
Recognize God in Your Ordinary Moments
FAITH LIKE A CHILD
If you Google Search recommendations on how to raise generous children, almost every list of ideas begins with — or at least contains — the directive for adults to be good models of generosity themselves. Our children learn from our actions much more than from our words. Of course, when I think back over the years while my children were growing up, I think I may have learned as much from them as they learned from me. There is a time between early childhood and middle school where a child seems to be freer to give and share than at any other time in life. It is around the age of First Communion when the cries of “mine” turn to laughter and smiles, and the urge to be a part of something bigger than oneself leads to sharing. Before you know it, the child hits the pre teen years, and once again, he or she becomes the center of the universe.
I believe that the previous paragraph is all true, however, the stages described seem to repeat themselves throughout adulthood. Don’t you agree? Sometimes we fall into seeing ourselves as the center of the universe, or we become consumed by our state in life or with what we have acquired. Also, we at times are generous and loving people. It is sin that draws us back into ourselves and away from any meaningful life of stewardship and generosity. In order to be freed for love, we need role models to help us see what really matters. We need to reflect on the example of many of our brothers and sisters in Christ. And, yes, we need to look to children who may be at the point in their lives where sharing is fun, and love is something in abundance.
St. Benedict was a mere teenager when he left the sinful world in 497 to live life fasting and praying in the inaccessible desert mountains. He was therefor quite surprised one day to see a priest bearing food appear in the remote region. “It’s Easter Day!” the priest said, “share this feast with me!” After praying and eating together, the young saint wondered why the priest had found him. As he was about to sit down to his dinner that day, the priest replied that he had heard a gentle voice say: “you are preparing for yourself a banquet, while my servant Benedict is distressed with hunger.” The priest immediately packed up the meal and set out looking for Benedict.. St. Benedict, Pray for Us.
Do you discuss your spouse with God? The little joys, irritations, struggles, and dreams that make up your marriage are gifts from the hands of the Lord to make you holy and mold your heart to be as merciful as His. Since He gives you grace through the Sacrament of Marriage, be sure to cast your cares upon Him. He loves your marriage more than anyone else.
WWHHYY DDOO WWEE DDOO TTHHAATT?? Catholic Life Explained:
Why do priests kiss the altar at the start of Mass?
Our churches and chapels are filled with symbols. We might think of the more common symbols (like the crucifix, statues, stained glass windows, vestment color and altar cloths) as well as major symbols (such as the paschal candle and the baptismal font). But there are some things that we can take for granted in our sacred spaces, because unfortunately, they seem to just be part of the building, including three of the main symbols of our liturgy: the ambo (lectern), the chair for the priest celebrant, and the altar.
These three objects are placed in a specially designated area called the sanctuary. They are the places where the Word of God is proclaimed, where the priest prays and presides at the celebration, and where the bread and wine are offered by the priest during the Eucharistic Prayer. Although each of these objects is sacred because of the role they play in our worship, the altar holds a special place. In a document containing the rules and instructions for the Mass — the “General Instruction of the Roman Missal” — we read: “The altar on which the Sacrifice of the Cross is made present under sacramental signs is also the table of the Lord to which the People of God is called together to participate in the Mass, as well as the center of the thanksgiving that is accomplished throughout the Eucharist” (no. 296).
One of the ways that we recognize the importance of the altar is when the priest and deacon kiss the altar at the beginning of Mass. Kissing is an ancient act of devotion. Remember, we also kiss the cross on Good Friday, and the deacon or priest kisses the “Book of the Gospels” after the Gospelis proclaimed. This act of devotion reminds us that the altar is a symbol of Jesus, the “living stone” (see 1 Peter 2:4), the foundation stone of our faith. It is a symbol gesture, but it is a powerful reminder of the One on whom our faith is built and in whose name we gather as the “household of faith” (see Galatians 6:10).To learn more, see the “Catechism of the Catholic Church” (no. 1382 1383).
Call to theEVERYDAY STEWARDSHIP
Recognize God in Your Ordinary Moments
FAITH LIKE A CHILD
If you Google Search recommendations on how to raise generous children, almost every list of ideas begins with — or at least contains — the directive for adults to be good models of generosity themselves. Our children learn from our actions much more than from our words. Of course, when I think back over the years while my children were growing up, I think I may have learned as much from them as they learned from me. There is a time between early childhood and middle school where a child seems to be freer to give and share than at any other time in life. It is around the age of First Communion when the cries of “mine” turn to laughter and smiles, and the urge to be a part of something bigger than oneself leads to sharing. Before you know it, the child hits the pre teen years, and once again, he or she becomes the center of the universe.
I believe that the previous paragraph is all true, however, the stages described seem to repeat themselves throughout adulthood. Don’t you agree? Sometimes we fall into seeing ourselves as the center of the universe, or we become consumed by our state in life or with what we have acquired. Also, we at times are generous and loving people. It is sin that draws us back into ourselves and away from any meaningful life of stewardship and generosity. In order to be freed for love, we need role models to help us see what really matters. We need to reflect on the example of many of our brothers and sisters in Christ. And, yes, we need to look to children who may be at the point in their lives where sharing is fun, and love is something in abundance.
St. Benedict was a mere teenager when he left the sinful world in 497 to live life fasting and praying in the inaccessible desert mountains. He was therefor quite surprised one day to see a priest bearing food appear in the remote region. “It’s Easter Day!” the priest said, “share this feast with me!” After praying and eating together, the young saint wondered why the priest had found him. As he was about to sit down to his dinner that day, the priest replied that he had heard a gentle voice say: “you are preparing for yourself a banquet, while my servant Benedict is distressed with hunger.” The priest immediately packed up the meal and set out looking for Benedict.. St. Benedict, Pray for Us.
Do you discuss your spouse with God? The little joys, irritations, struggles, and dreams that make up your marriage are gifts from the hands of the Lord to make you holy and mold your heart to be as merciful as His. Since He gives you grace through the Sacrament of Marriage, be sure to cast your cares upon Him. He loves your marriage more than anyone else.
WWHHYY DDOO WWEE DDOO TTHHAATT?? Catholic Life Explained:
Why do priests kiss the altar at the start of Mass?
Our churches and chapels are filled with symbols. We might think of the more common symbols (like the crucifix, statues, stained glass windows, vestment color and altar cloths) as well as major symbols (such as the paschal candle and the baptismal font). But there are some things that we can take for granted in our sacred spaces, because unfortunately, they seem to just be part of the building, including three of the main symbols of our liturgy: the ambo (lectern), the chair for the priest celebrant, and the altar.
These three objects are placed in a specially designated area called the sanctuary. They are the places where the Word of God is proclaimed, where the priest prays and presides at the celebration, and where the bread and wine are offered by the priest during the Eucharistic Prayer. Although each of these objects is sacred because of the role they play in our worship, the altar holds a special place. In a document containing the rules and instructions for the Mass — the “General Instruction of the Roman Missal” — we read: “The altar on which the Sacrifice of the Cross is made present under sacramental signs is also the table of the Lord to which the People of God is called together to participate in the Mass, as well as the center of the thanksgiving that is accomplished throughout the Eucharist” (no. 296).
One of the ways that we recognize the importance of the altar is when the priest and deacon kiss the altar at the beginning of Mass. Kissing is an ancient act of devotion. Remember, we also kiss the cross on Good Friday, and the deacon or priest kisses the “Book of the Gospels” after the Gospelis proclaimed. This act of devotion reminds us that the altar is a symbol of Jesus, the “living stone” (see 1 Peter 2:4), the foundation stone of our faith. It is a symbol gesture, but it is a powerful reminder of the One on whom our faith is built and in whose name we gather as the “household of faith” (see Galatians 6:10).To learn more, see the “Catechism of the Catholic Church” (no. 1382 1383).
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If you Google Search recommendations on how to raise generous children, almost every list of ideas begins with — or at least contains — the directive for adults to be good models of generosity themselves. Our children learn from our actions much more than from our words. Of course, when I think back over the years while my children were growing up, I think I may have learned as much from them as they learned from me. There is a time between early childhood and middle school where a child seems to be freer to give and share than at any other time in life. It is around the age of First Communion when the cries of “mine” turn to laughter and smiles, and the urge to be a part of something bigger than oneself leads to sharing. Before you know it, the child hits the pre teen years, and once again, he or she becomes the center of the universe.
I believe that the previous paragraph is all true, however, the stages described seem to repeat themselves throughout adulthood. Don’t you agree? Sometimes we fall into seeing ourselves as the center of the universe, or we become consumed by our state in life or with what we have acquired. Also, we at times are generous and loving people. It is sin that draws us back into ourselves and away from any meaningful life of stewardship and generosity. In order to be freed for love, we need role models to help us see what really matters. We need to reflect on the example of many of our brothers and sisters in Christ. And, yes, we need to look to children who may be at the point in their lives where sharing is fun, and love is something in abundance.
St. Benedict was a mere teenager when he left the sinful world in 497 to live life fasting and praying in the inaccessible desert mountains. He was therefor quite surprised one day to see a priest bearing food appear in the remote region. “It’s Easter Day!” the priest said, “share this feast with me!” After praying and eating together, the young saint wondered why the priest had found him. As he was about to sit down to his dinner that day, the priest replied that he had heard a gentle voice say: “you are preparing for yourself a banquet, while my servant Benedict is distressed with hunger.” The priest immediately packed up the meal and set out looking for Benedict.. St. Benedict, Pray for Us.
Do you discuss your spouse with God? The little joys, irritations, struggles, and dreams that make up your marriage are gifts from the hands of the Lord to make you holy and mold your heart to be as merciful as His. Since He gives you grace through the Sacrament of Marriage, be sure to cast your cares upon Him. He loves your marriage more than anyone else.
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If you Google Search recommendations on how to raise generous children, almost every list of ideas begins with — or at least contains — the directive for adults to be good models of generosity themselves. Our children learn from our actions much more than from our words. Of course, when I think back over the years while my children were growing up, I think I may have learned as much from them as they learned from me. There is a time between early childhood and middle school where a child seems to be freer to give and share than at any other time in life. It is around the age of First Communion when the cries of “mine” turn to laughter and smiles, and the urge to be a part of something bigger than oneself leads to sharing. Before you know it, the child hits the pre teen years, and once again, he or she becomes the center of the universe.
I believe that the previous paragraph is all true, however, the stages described seem to repeat themselves throughout adulthood. Don’t you agree? Sometimes we fall into seeing ourselves as the center of the universe, or we become consumed by our state in life or with what we have acquired. Also, we at times are generous and loving people. It is sin that draws us back into ourselves and away from any meaningful life of stewardship and generosity. In order to be freed for love, we need role models to help us see what really matters. We need to reflect on the example of many of our brothers and sisters in Christ. And, yes, we need to look to children who may be at the point in their lives where sharing is fun, and love is something in abundance.
St. Benedict was a mere teenager when he left the sinful world in 497 to live life fasting and praying in the inaccessible desert mountains. He was therefor quite surprised one day to see a priest bearing food appear in the remote region. “It’s Easter Day!” the priest said, “share this feast with me!” After praying and eating together, the young saint wondered why the priest had found him. As he was about to sit down to his dinner that day, the priest replied that he had heard a gentle voice say: “you are preparing for yourself a banquet, while my servant Benedict is distressed with hunger.” The priest immediately packed up the meal and set out looking for Benedict.. St. Benedict, Pray for Us.
Do you discuss your spouse with God? The little joys, irritations, struggles, and dreams that make up your marriage are gifts from the hands of the Lord to make you holy and mold your heart to be as merciful as His. Since He gives you grace through the Sacrament of Marriage, be sure to cast your cares upon Him. He loves your marriage more than anyone else.
Why do priests kiss the altar at the start of Mass? Our churches and chapels are filled with symbols. We might think of the more common symbols (like the crucifix, statues, stained-glass windows, vestment color and altar cloths) as well as major symbols (such as the paschal candle and the baptismal font). But there are some things that we can take for granted in our sacred spaces, because unfortunately, they seem to just be part of the building, including three of the main symbols of our liturgy: the ambo (lectern), the chair for the priest celebrant, and the altar.
These three objects are placed in a specially designated area called the sanctuary. They are the places where the Word of God is proclaimed, where the priest prays and presides at the celebration, and where the bread and wine are offered by the priest during the Eucharistic Prayer. Although each of these objects is sacred because of the role they play in our worship, the altar holds a special place. In a document containing the rules and instructions for the Mass — the “General Instruction of the Roman Missal” — we read: “The altar on which the Sacrifice of the Cross is made present under sacramental signs is also the table of the Lord to which the People of God are called together to participate in the Mass, as well as the center of the thanksgiving that is accomplished throughout the Eucharist” (no. 296).
One of the ways that we recognize the importance of the altar is when the priest and deacon kiss the altar at the beginning of Mass. Kissing is an ancient act of devotion. Remember, we also kiss the cross on Good Friday, and the deacon or priest kisses the “Book of the Gospels” after the Gospel is proclaimed. This act of devotion reminds us that the altar is a symbol of Jesus, the “living stone” (see 1 Peter 2:4), the foundation stone of our faith. It is a symbol gesture, but it is a powerful reminder of the One on whom our faith is built and in whose name we gather as the “household of faith” (see Galatians 6:10).
To learn more, see the “Catechism of the Catholic Church” (no. 1382-1383).
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