A Message of Gratitude from Fr. Anthony

I hope that everyone is making the most of Advent. During this most Holy of seasons, our church will be having many wonderful events. Yet, there is one in particular I would like to take some time to explain and to highlight its importance.

Our pastoral council has been studying both the results of the Diocesan and National Synthesis of the people of God. Many of the results of the synod were quite positive and hopeful. Some were concerning. One spoke of the fact that there is much division in our world, nation, and, sadly, the division now in our Church. Our pastoral council has decided that we should do something to help bring about unity. It may be just a small thing, but remember a tiny pebble thrown in a lake can cause many ripples and touch every aspect of that lake.

So we decided that on Monday, December 19, from 6:30- 7:30 pm, we will have a night of prayer for Christian unity with Adoration. All prayers will be for the unity of all Christians.

I would love for all our parish to be united together in prayer that night. Who knows what our prayers might accomplish.

“I ask not only on behalf of these but also on behalf of those who believe in me through their word, that they may all be one. As you, Father, are in me and I am in you, may they also be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me.” (John 17: 20-21)

God Bless,

Fr. Anthony Citro