Preparing for the First Moments In The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd method of faith formation, the work of the catechist is to prepare the environment for the child. The child is introduced to the environment in such a way that the child will be comfortable in the space so they can work to know … Continued
SURRENDER When we see the English word SURRENDER we probably assume it means to give up, throw down our arms, admit defeat, and become prisoner of the enemy. Surrender seems like something not good for us. The word comes from an Old French word with the same definition. But surrender, in the spiritual sense, is … Continued
Sharing the Good News Many thanks to Adam Janke of St. Paul Street Evangelization who joined us last Saturday for Basic Evangelization Training! We had 60 registrants for this workshop, and their feedback was very telling: “Adam is one of God’s jewels here on earth, to teach us the benefits of the Catholic faith and … Continued
This past Wednesday marked my one-year anniversary of working for St. John the Evangelist Parish. And what a year that it’s been. It hasn’t just gone by quickly because of how busy it’s been, but because it’s been a full year, a year filled with self-discovery, spiritual growth, and love. Please indulge me today in … Continued
Confirmation Two weeks from today, October 20, Bishop Boyea will celebrate our annual Jackson Region Confirmation Mass at Our Lady of Fatima. Included in this Mass are candidates from all of the Jackson area parishes and this year we anticipate more than 100 young people, 17 of them from St. John the Evangelist, will receive … Continued