Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do the innocents suffer? Why do the infants die? People suffer undeservedly, and any person like you and me with an ounce of moral sensitivity is outraged by the injustices of our world. Then in our helplessness, ineffectiveness of the government, we turn to God and … Continued
People of Israel, before entering into the Promised Land were instructed by Moses about the statutes and laws they need to obey. God promised them through Moses, that God will raise up a prophet like Moses who will be their mediator between God and them. God was promising them that there will always be someone … Continued
Here is an update on a few changes on the calendar this week to celebrate our holy days. As always, please check the parish calendar or call our parish office at 517-784-0553 if you have any questions. The parish office will be closed Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Tuesday, 12-23 Mass will be as normal: 8:30 … Continued
Angel Gabriel said to Mary “Look! You are to conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you must name him Jesus (Luke 1:31) .In a flash, she recognizes the new challenges that will emerge in her betrothal and the crisis into which this pregnancy could throw both families, and she said to the … Continued
The third Sunday of Advent is called “Gaudete Sunday” because the Mass for this Sunday begins with the opening antiphon: “Rejoice in the Lord always.” Be joyful, because we are preparing for the very joyful occasion of the birth of Jesus. We light the rose candle to remind ourselves that our joy is in God … Continued