Our Lady Of Victory
Roman Catholic Church
Tannersville PA
Pastor’s Posts
Vocation Awareness Week
Today, on the solemnity of All Saints, we begin National Vocations Week – a special time to focus on vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated life, and to help young people listen to God’s call. This year we also celebrate the Year of St. Francis, whose life reminds us that holiness begins by listening to Christ and responding generously. Francis wrote, “Incline the ear of your heart and obey the voice of the Son of God.” That invitation is…
Give Jesus More Than Our ‘Least’
One of the biggest phrases I hate is when someone says: “but at least …” It could be about Church, but at least I came at Christmas. It could be about helping, but at least I tried. That phrase is used a lot and many times in relation to how we live our faith lives. Jesus said in today’s Gospel the two great commandments: Love God with everything you have and your neighbor as yourself. There’s no ‘least’ here. We…
Prayer Changes Things
On January 20, 1961, John F. Kennedy in his inaugural address said: “…ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.” I thought of those words when I read today’s Gospel because we do a lot of asking God for things, but we don’t always ask what we can do for God. When we pray, we always remember our needs and ask God’s help. That could be health issues, financial troubles, relationship…
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Thanksgiving Food Baskets
Thanksgiving is just around the corner. At this time, our social Concerns Committee gives out baskets of food to needy families in our parish and community. If you know of a family that could use a little help, especially during the holidays, please call Father Rich. All names are kept confidential. ALSO, we will be collecting turkeys to put in these baskets. If you’re getting a free one from the market or could help donating one, it would be greatly…
Annual Appeal – Our Call To Serve
Together, we join with all parishes throughout the Diocese of Scranton to invest in our ministries! We have presently received donations and pledges from 85 donors totaling $38,050 or 66.8% of our goal. Prayerfully consider making a pledge or donation to this year’s Appeal. It supports so many great things in our diocese and parishes, such as Catholic Education of our youth, soup kitchens, food pantries and homeless shelters, seminarian and retired priest support as well as the media to…
Music Ministry Help
You have heard the quote attributed to St. Augustine: “When you sing, you pray twice.” With that thought and the looming retirements and schedule changes, we are looking for help with our Music Ministry. Are you or do you know someone who is an organist or a pianist that might be willing to play at our Masses. Music brings people’s voice together and enhances our celebrations. Come share your talent with your faith community. If you might be interested or…