Pastor’s Pen – February 22, 2015

The first question of Lent… For the thirty plus years of my priesthood, I have been using the same tired joke that always gets a laugh. When asked: “What are you giving up for Lent, Father?” my response has been the same. With a dead pan face I say one word....

What do you know about FITBITS?

Does anyone here have a Fitbit? If you don’t know what they are, they look like a watch, sync to your computer, and are meant to be your companion on a journey to live a fit and healthy lifestyle. Among the metrics they record: • The number of steps taken each day,...

Pastor’s Pen – February 15, 2015

On the doorstep of Lent… So, how will this Lent be different from other Lents in your life? We know the drill, the three practices by heart by now, don’t we? Fasting. Prayer. Almsgiving. The $10,000 question is: “How will you fast and pray and give alms this year?”...