The readings from Isaiah and the Gospel passage today give us an idea of what Heaven will be like. Isaiah uses the idea of a fine meal, choice wines and rich food, to begin describing what it will be like in Heaven. This appeals to our human hunger for taking Read more
On October 8th we will be having the Confirmation retreat for our students. Please keep them and the team in your prayers. Looking ahead to the 16th-17th of October is the Fall Ministry Days in La Crosse for all the clergy. Both of these events will be a source of Read more
At the end of each month, we include an insert, the order form for Scrip, for you to use. I encourage you to look at it and see what gift cards you can use and build into your budget. It is a simple program that helps our parish and Pacelli Read more
This weekend at St. Peter we have a bake sale hosted by Family Life down in Kolbe Hall. Stop by and see what wonderful treats that they have available. I want to take a few lines to encourage your use of Scrip. What a simple way for the parish to Read more
Today’s gospel passage provides us with a window into God’s mind when Jesus answers Peter’s question regarding how many times we must forgive someone. Jesus states it is not seven times, but seventy-seven times. In essence He is saying we must have no limit on our forgiveness. I believe this Read more
We go more deeply into September which has brought us a great variety of weather; from 100 to much cooler temperatures. The school year has begun and our students are preparing themselves for many opportunities to learn and to grow. Meetings also are beginning and plans for parish life are Read more
Happy Labor Day! I hope it is time to spend with family and friends. A time to recall the work that God has done on our behalf and the work that people do every day through God’s grace to build up the kingdom and a civilization of love here on Read more
As of last week, we are getting back into a rhythm with Deacon Ray preaching and offering some thoughts in the bulletin on the third week of the month. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who were a part of the spiritual Bouquet that was Read more
The readings today speak of welcoming those outside the Jewish faith. Isaiah speaks of foreigners being able to offer sacrifice and being welcome in God’s house of prayer. Saint Paul speaks of his ministry to the Gentiles, or non-Jews. And Jesus entered into what was considered pagan territory, an area Read more
Everything seems to happen at once. I have my first funeral at St. Casimir and St. Peter under my belt now. Many anointings, for which I am glad families are asking for sooner rather than later. My classmate was up from Kansas and we had some time up in Hayward. Read more