Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
People have inquired about the Stations of the Cross…where are they? The Stations are being restored and refurbished with new frames. We had hoped that this could be accomplished by Lent but it seems that it will take longer. Rest assured that we will have some images on a temporary basis placed on the walls for those who wish to make the Way of the Cross privately.
Please notice that in two of the shrine areas we have beautiful pictures of our Redemptorist saints and blesseds. On the west side are images of St. Alphonsus, St. Gerard Majella, St. John Neumann, and St. Clement Hofbauer. On the east side are images of several Redemptorist martyrs from the Communist rule in the Eastern block countries. These Redemptorists were of the Ukrainian Rite. We will share more information about these brave men who gave their lives during very difficult times.
On the weekend of January 14-15 Fr. Allan Weinert will preach at all the Masses about our Co-Redemptorist program. Many of you know that this wonderful program helps with the formation of our Redemptorist seminarians. We Redemptorists are very grateful for your generosity in supporting this program.
Also on January 15 we will have our Parish Breakfast which has become a tasty treat on Sunday mornings. Thanks to all the volunteers who make this possible!
Don’t forget the Parish Blood Drive taking place on Sunday January 15 as well. This is such a worthy cause to help those undergoing surgery or in accidents.
The Auction Gift Party will be on Saturday January 28 after the 5:15 Mass. (It had been previously scheduled for January 14.)
THANKS to all the fantastic volunteers in the parish who make possible so many ministries, activities, and fund raisers. St. Al’s is blessed to have such generous parishioners who in turn are supported by their fellow parishioners. God bless you all!
Pray for your fellow parishioners and for yourself too!
Gratefully,
Fr. Pat, CSSR
