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Archdiocesan Silver Wedding Anniversary Celebration will take place on Sunday March 22,2020 at 3:00 pm in St. Joseph Church in New Orleans. This event is for married couples in the year 1995 in celebration of their 25th Wedding Anniversary.

St. Vincent De Paul Food Pantry We are in need of certain items for our food pantry. If you are able to donate, please place items in our bin in the of Church. Thank you for your help in feeding those in need.

We generally have a routine that helps us do the ordinary things that make up daily life. This routine is needed so that we can integrate some of the lessons and experiences we had during times of joy and new life, or sadness and loss. The liturgical year has the same balance. After the high of the Christmas season, we enter a short period of Ordinary Time.

Today the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Baptism of the Lord. This brings to an end the season of Christmas. The Church recalls Our Lord's second manifestation or epiphany which occurred on the occasion of His baptism in the Jordan. Jesus descended into the river to sanctify its waters and give them the power to beget sons of God. The event takes on the importance of a second creation in which the entire Trinity intertwines

We Pray that Christians,followers of the religions, and all people of goodwill may promote peace and justice in the world.

This year's gospel value is Empathy. The children in the school and PSR are learning the importance of understanding and sharing the feelings of another.

The lovely gospel accounts that we revel during these days of Christmastime hold up for us the image of Jesus, Mary and Joseph, the Holy Family of Nazareth. And so we celebrate the Holy Family on the Sunday after Christmas Day.

Parent Meeting for those who are to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist for the fist time.

This year's gospel value is Empathy. The children in the school and PSR are learning the importance of understanding and sharing the feelings of another.

In talking to Nicodemus about the necessity of being born of the Spirit, Jesus said, "The wind blows where it chooses , and you hear the sound of it, but you don't know where it comes from or where it goes. So it is everyone who is born of the Spirit" (John 3:8).

Did You Know? Sacred Chrism Chrism is special oil used as a visible sign during the Confirmation ritual. Chrism is made of olive oil mixed with fragrant balsam. The oil is a symbol of strength, and the perfume is a symbol of the "fragrance of Christ," which Christians must spread.

A certification, adult faith formation, or renewal given by Deacon Ed Merritt Jr.

Choosing a sponsor is important, the Church spells out some basic requirements. A sponsor needs to be mature, a member of the Catholic Church, and already fully initiated through the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist.

As a part of the liturgy of Confirmation, the Bishop extends his hands over the candidates and prays for the out pouring of the Holy Spirit.

The Church strongly encourages all its members to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. You might be tempted to wonder why you should go through the hassle of preparing for Confirmation when you are already a member of the Church.

Think for a moment about the wind. Wind can be a gentle breeze, bringing comfort on a hot summer day. Or tit can be a mighty gale, toppling trees and even buildings. Over time a steady wind reshapes the shorelines and rock formations. Though it is unseen, the wind is constantly changing the world we live in.

Time to clean house! Please save your sellable items for our fair Flea Market October 11-13. Things that sell the best are kitchen items, toys, books, bedding and decorations.

Being Catholic takes more than simply believing in God or doing what he asks of us. Jesus wants you to be more than just a believer-he wants you to be his disciple and friend. To help you answer this call to deeper friendship with Christ, Our Lady of Perpetual Help will begin Follow Me: Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John on Monday, September 16th at 6:30 PM in the Church.

All students in 3rd Grade or above are invited to an Altar Server registration and training on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the church.

On Tuesday evening, September 3rd, at 7:00, Fr. Kyle Dave will celebrate a special Mass for Peace, Justice, & Healing.