The Sacrament of Penance

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, May the peace of the Risen Lord be with you always! Just as Christ greeted his apprehensive Apostles with these comforting words in the Upper Room on the day of his Resurrection, he extends the same peace to each of us in our moments of fear and uncertainty. Repeating the reassuring phrase, “Peace be with you,” he bestowed upon them an extraordinary gift: the Holy Spirit, with the power to forgive sins (John 20:19-23). …

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Pray for Peace

Pope Francis’ Prayer for Peace  Lord God of peace, hear our prayer! We have tried so many times and over so many years to resolve our conflicts by our own powers and by the force of our arms. How many moments of hostility and darkness have we experienced; how much blood has been shed; how many lives have been shattered; how many hopes have been buried… But our efforts have been in vain. Now, Lord, come to our aid! Grant …

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Lent 2024


Lenten books and questions for reflection

These books are available at Holy Family for free. Click on the book for questions

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