Notes from Father

Beloved in Christ, 

Did you know that the Archdiocese of Cincinnati will celebrate 200 years later this month? Here are some other facts: 

• We currently have 210 parishes. 

• Over the past 200 years, there were about 100 other parishes that were opened and closed at one time or another. 

Beacons of Light is an initiative to establish about 70 families of parishes grouping the 210. Trends show we will have about 70 pastors among our active priests in about five years. See the posters hanging in the entrances of the church complete with QR codes to find out more information. See the info here and the PDF at the bottom of this page. 

I received an email from the advocacy office at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops with an urgent plea for the faithful to contact our senators and urge them to oppose the so-called “Equality Act” because it “would discriminate against people of faith. The Equality Act would: punish faith-based organizations, such as charities and schools who serve everyone in their communities, simply because of their beliefs; force girls and women to compete against boys and men for limited opportunities in sports, and to share locker rooms and shower spaces with biological males who identify as women; risk mandating taxpayers to fund abortions; force people in everyday life, and especially health care workers, to support gender transition; and expand what the government considers a “public” place, forcing even some parish halls to host functions that conflict with Catholic beliefs.” Find the link to oppose the “Equality Act” here: https://www.votervoice.net/USCCB/home

The question: “Can Catholics practice Yoga?” is a common one. Because of it, organizations like Pietra Fitness provide a Christian alternative. I have not yet seen the episode but I look forward to watching the discission on The Catholic Talk Show at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I48XEUAnrKg&t=1672s

Another question: “Well, of course, I’m pro-life, but what can I do?” is a common one. David Bereit was cofounder of 40 Days for Life and is teaming up with Lila Rose of Live Action to share with us the five proven ways to protect more women and save more lives. Sign up at: https://www.webcastsuccess.com/lila

God bless, 

Fr. Bedel