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Eucharistic Adoration
Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Friday at 1p.m. and
6p.m., ASL interpreted with Soup Supper following.
OPTIONS FOR LENTEN JOURNEY BELOW:
At home or with Friends
JOIN US TONIGHT AT 6PM!
God is looking forward to you seeing Him more clearly this Lent. May you continue to seek Him deeply through this season.
God Bless!
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A Culture of Life
This is how we answer our missionary call. This is how we build a culture of life, a culture that joyfully proclaims the truth of God's love, purpose, and plan for each person. Changing the culture is a process of conversion that begins in our own hearts and includes a willingness to be instructed and a desire to be close to Jesus—the source of joy and love.
When we encounter Christ, experience his love, and deepen our relationship with him, we become more aware of our own worth and that of others. His love for each person is cause for great joy, and growing understanding of this priceless treasure motivates us to share his love with others. Our lives are often changed by the witness of others; so too, others' lives may be changed by our witness and authentic friendship with them.
Let us go, therefore, and not be afraid. God is always with us.
We cannot thank you enough for all of the prayers and support you have given us during this difficult time! Our son, Kellan Vincent Coats was born on January 22nd at 26 weeks. He is doing well and will remain in the NICU under amazing care until close to his due date (late April). Avery is still recovering from an eventful delivery but is back home and doing well. We can't wait until you can meet our son who is alive because of the power of prayer! Please continue to keep all of us, especially Kellan, in your prayers.
The Coats Family
REVIVAL CORNER
THIS Weekend at St. Bernadette
FRIDAY - March 1, 2024
8:30 a.m. - Adoration
1:00 p.m. - Stations of the Cross
6:00 p.m. - Stations of the Cross, ASL interpreted and Soup Supper to follow
SATURDAY - March 2, 2024
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Confessions
4:00 p.m. Mass
SUNDAY - March 3, 2024
8:15 a.m. Confession
9:00 a.m. Mass, First Scrutiny
11:30 a.m. Confessions
12:00 p.m. Mass
12:00 p.m. Mass
Join our parish families in preparing for this Sunday's Mass!
Watch this video as a family:
March 3| The 3rd Sunday of Lent
At some Masses during the Lenten Season, alternate readings are used to help prepare the Elect (those who are going to be joining the Church this Easter.) Resources for those Masses can be found here: Third Sunday of Lent - The Scrutinies [VIDEO] [ACTIVITIES]
-More about Eucharistic Adoration and Exposition
-Stations of the Cross 1pm & 6pm with Soup Supper
-Gospel Coloring Page
-Pilgrimage Series Talk, Dr. Ben Akers
-Prayer, Fasting and Alms giving opportunity
-Lent Mission with Dcn Harold Burke Sivers
REALIFE CATHOLIC
Dear Brothers & Sisters,
One thing that makes me proud to be Catholic is that we are steadfast. When others are charmed by novelties, or go along with trending ideas, we Catholics stand apart. We hold to truth, especially when truth is unpopular.
👉 But in recent years I’ve witnessed this defiance and pursuit of truth lead to dark, unexpected places. With my own friends and family, I have watched how an innocent curiosity with a conspiracy theory transformed into fear, pushed them to withdraw from society, and ultimately lose faith in God. It’s terrible.
So in today’s episode, I bring back Dr. Peter Malinoski, a Catholic psychologist to better understand what’s going on in our hearts and minds when we attach to radical theories to make sense of our church, our nation, and our world.
Catholic YOUTH Are Mobilizing for Climate Action
Thursday, February 29th at 6:30 p.m. (ET)
Young people are very aware of the challenges and risks that climate change will bear on their lives, and they are mobilizing to find solutions and accelerate climate action. During the one-hour online conversation, you will hear high school students from Catholic Climate Covenant’s Boston Youth Mobilization team speak about their recent Catholic Youth Climate Summit and Lobby Day and what it means to be an adult ally.
The webinar will be recorded, and the recording will be sent to all who register. If you have questions, please email Paz Artaza-Regan (paz@catholicclimatecovenant.org)
Sincerely,
Sincerely,
Catholic Climate Covenant
Pope from November 24, 642 - May 14, 649 A.D.
Died: May 14, 649 A.D.
Pronounced: THEE-uh-dore
Give me the scoop on Theodore I.
Theodore’s father had been a bishop and was a native of Jerusalem, but Theodore himself was born Greek. The vacancy after John IV's was short, since papal elections were now confirmed by the Exarch (the emperor’s representative) in Ravenna instead of having to come all the way from Constantinople.
Theodore took office on November 24, 642, and immediately inherited a rather tenuous situation. John IV’s condemnation of Monothelitism (that Christ had only one will) had stirred up further trouble in the Byzantine capital, where the emperor was trying to both keep the surging Islamic army at bay and not alienate his already skeptical citizenry by trying to compromise. It’s safe to say this battle with heresy occupied Theodore’s entire papacy. He was a charitable pope, having given generously both to the poor and to further beautify churches in Rome.
Theodore took office on November 24, 642, and immediately inherited a rather tenuous situation. John IV’s condemnation of Monothelitism (that Christ had only one will) had stirred up further trouble in the Byzantine capital, where the emperor was trying to both keep the surging Islamic army at bay and not alienate his already skeptical citizenry by trying to compromise. It’s safe to say this battle with heresy occupied Theodore’s entire papacy. He was a charitable pope, having given generously both to the poor and to further beautify churches in Rome.
Theodore died May 14, 649 and was buried in St. Peter’s Basilica. He’s recognized as a saint in the Orthodox Church, where his feast is celebrated May 18.
What was he known for?
Theodore’s identifying actions involved spats with two patriarchs in Constantinople. When Pyrrhus, a Monothelite and sitting patriarch, was deposed and kicked out of the city for political reasons, Theodore wrote the emperor, Constans II, saying that the new patriarch, Paul, could not be formally recognized by Rome until Pyrrhus’ deposition was made legal. Not only that, but Theodore exhorted the emperor to renounce the Monothelite heresy, for which he got many atta-boys from his brother bishops in Cyprus, Palestine, and Africa.
Where it gets really juicy is when Pyrrhus first approached the pope – in 645 – and recanted his heretical beliefs. Theodore was pleased to welcome Pyrrhus back into the fold, naturally. But not long after, when Theodore was near death, Pyrrhus suddenly changed course and relapsed into his old heresy. Filled with rage, Theodore not only excommunicated Pyrrhus in the presence of gathered clergy, but he also charged down into the tomb of St. Peter, dipped his pen in a consecrated chalice, then signed the official “act of anathema.” Too far, Ted. It was said to be his only act of “untoward violence” in an otherwise peaceful reign.
Where it gets really juicy is when Pyrrhus first approached the pope – in 645 – and recanted his heretical beliefs. Theodore was pleased to welcome Pyrrhus back into the fold, naturally. But not long after, when Theodore was near death, Pyrrhus suddenly changed course and relapsed into his old heresy. Filled with rage, Theodore not only excommunicated Pyrrhus in the presence of gathered clergy, but he also charged down into the tomb of St. Peter, dipped his pen in a consecrated chalice, then signed the official “act of anathema.” Too far, Ted. It was said to be his only act of “untoward violence” in an otherwise peaceful reign.
Fun Fact...
Pope Theodore I worked with the great saint, Maximus the Confessor, in helping resolve disputes of faith in Africa during his papacy. Though the West was mostly orthodox, and the East “heavily infected with heresy,” Africa was still very much up for grabs in terms of orthodox belief. It was Maximus, a monk, who led the orthodox party, seeing much success, including the surprising (albeit short-lived) conversion of Pyrrhus, the former patriarch.
What else was going on in the world at the time?
The “Giant Wild Goose Pagoda,” (yes, that's its real name) a Buddhist temple in China, was first erected around the year 645. It’s a sight to behold and still stands today in modified form.
Coming next...Pope St. Martin I