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Just over two weeks ago while celebrating Mass on New Year’s Day, Pope Francis called for an end to violence against women. “Since mothers bestow life, and women keep the world [together],let us all make greater efforts to promote mothers and to protect women.” #staugustineottawa
The Catholic Church is a mosaic of different rites and cultures and must show the world the beauty of welcoming all people as brothers and sisters, Pope Francis told the Catholics of Cyprus. This is teaching for our parishes too! #staugustineottawa #prayers
One of my favorite films; Man for ALL seasons, true story of St Thomas More. He stood up to King Henry VIII when he rejected the RC Church to obtain a divorce/remarry. Dec. 1966.Won Best Picture…Much like many martyrs they told the truth; cost him his life #staugustineottawa
52nd International Eucharistic Congress begins in Budapest reflecting on the theme : “All my springs are in You” during the homily at the opening Mass for the occasion. The Eucharist “goes beyond all loneliness, all distance and all indifference.” #praiseGod #staugustineottawa
The Eucharist is a profound act of hope that makes the impossible possible. It is a miracle on Earth, the transformation of bread into the body of Christ, uniting more than 1 billion people in an unlikely supper. This is source and summit during the Pandemic #staugustineottawa
People in Cuba are both “starving for bread” and “starving for freedom.” Power of prayer need for the troubled people of Cuba; along with Haiti. Lord have mercy #prayers #staugustineottawa
Pope Francis highlights the importance of solidarity, improving the birth rate, protecting the family, and generational sustainability, in his address at a meeting on the “General States of Birth” in Italy. There is a serious low birthrate #staugustineottawa
Too often I think and preach how we are in a comfort zone here in Ottawa. Just reading where 19 million people in Brazil are living in hunger at present. This is breathtaking!! hello... like so many areas of the world who is listening? watching? #staugustineottawa
On the feast of Divine Mercy on Sunday, Pope Francis urges Christians to open themselves to Christ’s mercy, which He grants through peace, forgiveness, and His wounds. In turn, they are asked to share this mercy with others. #staugustineottawa
Prayers are requested for the TWO Michael's in China. They are survivors and heroes of the human spirit. How can anyone survive over 800 days in captivity and jail... lights on 24/7, small room. You have to have strong spirit and good routine. Let us pray #staugustineottawa
On the eve of a major feast, March19: Solemnity of St Joseph: Pope Francis is urging priests to learn the art of fatherhood from St. Joseph by being a shepherd who only seeks the good of the flock entrusted to them. #staugustineottawa
What sustains you when trials and affliction come your way? The prophet Jeremiah tells us that whoever relies on God will not be disappointed. Great message for these times and leading up to Holy Week. God will be our consolation and HOPE #staugustineottawa
God the Father never tires of showing his steadfast love and mercy to those who seek him. Scripture is filled with insight; his mercy never ceases. But what can hold us back from receiving His mercy? #staugustineottawa
IN our journey of Faith in Lent; do you know and experience the mercy God has for you, through the blood of Jesus Christ, that was shed for you and for your sins upon the cross. Meditate upon the crucifix/cross in your room/church...much to gain. #staugustineottawa
"Do not be afraid. We are called to walk in God's footsteps, renewing our baptismal promises: renouncing Satan, all his works and all his empty promises," Pope Francis. Our journey of Faith in Lent we join the catechumens, to turn away from sin, doubt and fear #staugustineottawa
Hope your 40 day retreat off to good start; despite all the distractions of Covid at our door. Focus on the WORD of GOD and His Holy Eucharist. Remember each day doors open at 7 am... ARM yourself *adoration, rosary, mass Praise God in whom ALL blessings flow #staugustineottawa
"Return to me with all your heart, don't let fear keep us apart". Friends we launch into our 40 day retreat! We receive ashes on our heads to remind us, "you are dust and to dust you shall return" Opportunities are immense during our Lenten journey #staugustineottawa
Reconciliation, peace, harmony and to be united are themes for this week of prayer for Christian unity. But more than ever for our neighbour to the south; United States of America needs this. A new President inaugurated tomorrow! Let us pray #staugustineottawa
In these days, the Pope prays: "let us pray together so that Jesus’ desire might be accomplished – that all might be one: unity, which is always higher that conflict". Week of prayer for Christian unity Jan. 18--25 #staugustineottawa
Drive thru Communion is offered after the 10;30 mass in back parking lot. You will be guided by our special ushers. This weekly outreach is to provide Communion for those who wish to partake and not be able to attend mass. (masks and distancing) #staugustineottawa
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