Pastor’s Letter: April 26, 2026
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Dear St. Philomena Parish Family, Blessings be in your hearts today! What a grace-filled week we had here at St. Philomena! Our First Communion celebration last Sunday was so joyful—it is always so inspiring to see the reverence of our First Communion students! On Monday, we then had a prayerful Memorial Mass celebration for Fr. Albert’s father Andrew—thanks so much...
Pastor’s Letter: April 12, 2026
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Dear St. Philomena Parish Family, May the blessings and joy of the Risen Christ continue to be in your hearts! I hope everyone has been enjoying the wonderful celebration of our Lord’s Resurrection. He is risen, Alleluia! During my time at the farm this past week, I have been reflecting on many wonderful Easter blessings—I am so thankful for everyone...
New Year Home Blessing
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A longstanding tradition within the Catholic Church is to bless one’s house with blessed chalk and holy water on or around the Feast of the Epiphany. While this blessing can be done by anyone in their own homes, Father Daniel and Deacon Blake are offering to come over and bless them for you. The blessing consists of using holy water...
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