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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, This week we will continue our study of the virtues by looking at the “Human”, “Cardinal” or “Moral” (these terms will be used interchangeably in this message) virtue of fortitude. Before we begin let us review what is a virtue? In the CCC 1803 it states “…A virtue… Read More »

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, This week we will continue our study of the virtues by looking at the “Human”, “Cardinal” or “Moral” (these terms will be used interchangeably in this message) virtue of justice. Before we begin let us review what is a virtue? In the CCC 1803 it states “…A virtue… Read More »

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, As we begin our study of the virtues we begin with the “Human” or “Cardinal” or “Moral” Virtues.  These terms will be used interchangeably in this message.  Before we begin let us review what is a virtue?  In the CCC 1803 it states “…A virtue is an habitual… Read More »

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, We continue our discussion on the virtues by now looking at the cardinal virtues.  “The cardinal virtues are the four principal moral virtues. The English word cardinal comes from the Latin word cardo, which means “hinge.” All other virtues hinge on these four: prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance.… Read More »

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, We have all heard about the importance of being a virtuous person.  As we go about our daily lives it would be helpful for us to understand what a virtue is and how it helps us in our daily lives to be Holy.  At times throughout the coming… Read More »

Dear Brother and Sisters in Christ, What Are the Eight Beatitudes? The fulfillment of the Christian life! The Eight Beatitudes form the core of the Christian life. As Fr. John A. Hardon, S.J., writes in his Modern Catholic Dictionary, they are the “promises of happiness made by Christ to those who faithfully accept his teaching… Read More »

Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, What we experience in childhood can affect us for the rest of our lives. And much of that experience happens in school. So when Labor Day came, we were back in school. And for most kids in the neighborhood, it was back to our parish school. From the very… Read More »

Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, As we reflect over the last couple of week’s homilies and the importance of daily prayer in our lives, we stop to reflect on what our “Amen” is truly expressing.  We hear and use this word in our prayers and in our liturgy and hopefully in our everyday lives. … Read More »

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, The importance of reverence during the Mass is an essential part of our faith.  We take for granted so many of our traditions that we fail to recognize the significance of disrespect to God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit and to the Church.  Even the simplest actions of… Read More »

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, I want to take this opportunity to thank all of you for welcoming me to St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church.  It is indeed an honor to be with you and to serve our Lord.  My first week here has been very exciting as well as overwhelming.  I am… Read More »