Each year on November 9th, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica. Because the feast is not a holy day of obligation you might not be that aware of the significance of this celebration. This year the feast falls on a Sunday and so we should take the opportunity to … Continued
Deacon Dave Etters Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily In this reflection for the Commemoration of the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day), Deacon Dave shares the Church’s timeless teaching on Purgatory, purification, and the hope of heaven. Discover how God’s refining love prepares our souls for eternal joy. Read the Homily Deacon Dave:All Souls … Continued
This November, the Jackson Catholic Young Adults invite you to join a month of community, faith, and celebration through our TIM 4:12 gatherings. Each week offers a unique opportunity to grow spiritually, connect with others, and live out our Catholic faith in joyful fellowship. We begin the month on Thursday, November 6, with “Guess That … Continued
All Souls’ Day What would typically be the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time is, this year, All Souls’ Day since November 2nd falls on a Sunday. We celebrate this commemoration of All Souls’ with a special Mass of Remembrance annually, recalling those recently passed, as well as all who have gone before us, lifting them … Continued
Father Randy Koenigsknecht Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily In this reflection, Father Randy unpacks the Five Precepts of the Church — simple yet powerful foundations for living out our Catholic faith. From attending Mass to fasting and confession, these guideposts help us grow closer to Christ and “run the race well.” Read the Homily … Continued