April 2010
Monthly Archive
Pope Saint Pius V (1504-1572)
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 30 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Dominican Saints, Liturgical Feasts
Priest of the Most High God,
you were a good shepherd and pleasing to the Lord, alleluia.
Today ends the “Dominican Triduum” that every year closes the month of April. On Wednesday, we remembered St. Louis de Montfort, the missionary priest and Dominican tertiary who renewed devotion to Mary in early eighteenth-century France. Rumors still circulate that he will be proclaimed a Doctor of the Church. Yesterday, we commemorated St. Catherine of Siena, the fourteenth-century Italian Dominican tertiary whose sweet love for Jesus, Mary, and Peter guided her all her prayer and activity. A peacemaker among enemies, Catherine brought peace also to the Church by guiding Pope Gregory XI back to Rome from Avignon. And today we honor St. Pius V, a mid 16th-century Dominican friar charged, after his election to the papacy, with implementing the reforms and directives of the Council of Trent. In the Chair of Peter for less than seven years, Pius fulfilled his mission with decisive action and ardent devotion.
As we end April and look forward to May, we enter the month of Mary strengthened by the witness of three great Dominican devotés of Our Lady.
From the Dominican Ordo:
Antonio Chisliere was born in 1504 at Bosco, in Peidmont, Italy. At the age of fourteen he entered the Dominican Order and took the name Michaele. He taught theology and held several positions of responsibility, first as prior of several communities, then as Commissary General of the Roman Inquisition. In 1556 he was named bishop of Nipi and Sutri and was created cardinal in 1557. In 1566 he was elected pope and took the name Pius. He implemented the decrees of the Council of Trent; published the revised Breviary (1568) and Missal (1570); reformed the Roman Curia; issued the Roman Catechism (1566); and defended Catholic doctrine against the Reformers. His love and devotion to the Virgin Mary was manifest when he entreated her through the rosary to spare the Christian forces in the Battle of Lepanto. Moved by this victory he instituted the feast of Our Lady of Victory. He died May 1, 1572.
Click here and here for more on the life of St. Pius V.
Faithful God,
you called our brother Pius
to defend the faith
and to renew the worship of your Church.
With the help of his prayers
guide us toward that worship in truth
which is faithful to your Word.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Saint Catherine of Siena (1347-1380)
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 29 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Dominican Saints, Liturgical Feasts
Eternal God, receive the sacrifice of my life for your Church.
Accept my heart and impress upon it the face of your Son, Jesus, alleluia.
Words fail the love many hearts feel for the saint we celebrate today, our Dominican sister Catherine of Siena.
From the Dominican Ordo:
Catherine Benincasa was born at Siena, Italy, in 1347, the youngest of twenty-five children. Inspired by divine grace she vowed her virginity to God while still a small girl and after overcoming the objections of her family pursued a life of prayer and penance as a Sister of Penance of St. Dominic. She continued in this way of life until 1370 when in a vision God asked her to undertake an active apostolate and become involved in the affirs of her age. Several times she was able to bring about peace among the Italian city-states and, while representing the Florentines at Avignon, was instrumental in persuading Pope Gregory XI to return to Rome.
On April 1, 1375, by divine favor she received the stigmata. The Dialogue (1378), which she left for her large family of disciples, is a masterpiece of spiritual and theological doctrine and has become a source of riches for the entire Dominican family. She died in Rome on April 29, 1380, and was buried in the basilica of Santa Maria sopra Minerva. In 1970 Pope Paul VI declared her a Doctor of the Church.
For more on the life of Holy Catherine, click here and here. For a link to her Dialogue, click here. And for her letters, click here.
God of wisdom,
you made Saint Catherine burn with divine love
in contemplating the Lord’s passion
and in serving your Church.
With the help of her prayers
may your people, united in the mystery of Christ,
rejoice forever in the revelation of his glory,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Witness for Life – May 1
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 28 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Parish News
From Sr. Lucy at the archdiocesan Family Life Office:
Witness for Life
Saturday, May 1st
8:00 AM Mass at Old St. Patrick’s Cathedral, NYC
Come to all or part of the morning.
The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass begins our day in Old St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The main celebrant will be Fr. Emile Frische.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament follows, then people can either remain in the Church to adore Our Lord or attend the rosary procession to the local abortion clinic (two blocks away – Planned Parenthood).
Upon return from the clinic (approx 10:15) we will have a social (complete with coffee and donuts) with a short (10 min.) presentation by the Sisters of Life. You will hear of concrete ways to be of service, as Co-Workers, helping vulnerable pregnant women that are currently being served by the Sisters.
Promote this to your friends and keep the spiritual success of this effort for Life in your prayers.
God bless.
Sr. Lucy Marie
Respect Life Coordinator
Archdiocese of New York
1011 First Ave., 7th Floor
New York, NY 10022
212-371-1011 X3192
Saint Louis de Montfort (1673-1716)
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 28 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Dominican Saints, Liturgical Feasts
To Jesus through Mary!
Today the Church remembers St. Louis de Montfort, a French missionary priest and Dominican tertiary charged with preaching the Rosary and renewing Marian devotion in early eighteenth-century France.
From Catholic Online:
He was born Louis Marie Grignon in Montfort, France, in 1673. Educated at Rennes, he was ordained there in 1700, becoming a chaplain in a hospital in Poitiers. His congregation, also called the Daughters of Divine Wisdom, started there. As his missions and sermons raised complaints, Louis went to Rome, where Pope Clement XI appointed him as a missionary apostolic. Louis is famous for fostering devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Rosary. In 1715, he also founded the Missionaries of the Company of Mary. His True Devotion to the Blessed Virgin remains popular. Louis died at Saint-Laurent-sur-Sevre. He was canonized in 1947.
As is mentioned above, St. Louis’s True Devotion to Mary and The Secret of the Rosary remain must-read spiritual classics.
Click here and here for more on the life of St. Louis de Montfort.
Lord God,
you gave Saint Louis de Montfort
the spirit of truth and love
to shepherd your people.
May we who honor them on this feast
learn from their example
and be helped by their prayers.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Blessed Osanna of Kotor (1493-1565)
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 27 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Dominican Saints
Keep watch with love, wise virgins, with your lamps alight.
See, the Bridegroom comes; go out to welcome him, alleluia.
From the Dominican Ordo:
Catherine Kosic was born of Orthodox parents in the country of Montenegro in 1493. As a young girl she was a shepherdess, but wishing to follow Christ more closely she embraced the solitary life, assumed the habit of a Dominican tertiary, and took the name Osanna. She spent her life in contemplation and prayer for the salvation of the world and became a counselor for many people. She died on April 27, 1565. Blessed Osanna is invoked especially for Church unity.
For more on the life of Blessed Osanna, click here and here.
God of compassion,
enkindle anew in our hearts
the love of your cross.
By the life and prayers of Blessed Osanna,
who suffered for the unity of the Church,
may we become sharers in both your passion and your glory.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever. Amen.
“My Mother, St. Gianna” – May 17
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 26 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Parish News
Mass for Health Care Professionals – April 29
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 23 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Parish News
Saint George
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 23 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Liturgical Feasts
Rejoice and be glad, all you saints,
for your reward is great in heaven, alleluia.
From the Catholic Encyclopedia:
Martyr, patron of England, suffered at or near Lydda, also known as Diospolis, in Palestine, probably before the time of Constantine. According to the very careful investigation of the whole question recently instituted by Father Delehaye, the Bollandist, in the light of modern sources of information, the above statement sums up all that can safely be affirmed about St. George, despite his early cultus and pre-eminent renown both in East and West.
The best known form of the legend of St. George and the Dragon is that made popular by the “Legenda Aurea”, and translated into English by Caxton. According to this, a terrible dragon had ravaged all the country round a city of Libya, called Selena, making its lair in a marshy swamp. Its breath caused pestilence whenever it approached the town, so the people gave the monster two sheep every day to satisfy its hunger, but, when the sheep failed, a human victim was necessary and lots were drawn to determine the victim. On one occasion the lot fell to the king’s little daughter. The king offered all his wealth to purchase a substitute, but the people had pledged themselves that no substitutes should be allowed, and so the maiden, dressed as a bride, was led to the marsh. There St. George chanced to ride by, and asked the maiden what she did, but she bade him leave her lest he also might perish. The good knight stayed, however, and, when the dragon appeared, St. George, making the sign of the cross, bravely attacked it and transfixed it with his lance. Then asking the maiden for her girdle (an incident in the story which may possibly have something to do with St. George’s selection as patron of the Order of the Garter), he bound it round the neck of the monster, and thereupon the princess was able to lead it like a lamb. They then returned to the city, where St. George bade the people have no fear but only be baptized, after which he cut off the dragon’s head and the townsfolk were all converted. The king would have given George half his kingdom, but the saint replied that he must ride on, bidding the king meanwhile take good care of God’s churches, honour the clergy, and have pity on the poor. The earliest reference to any such episode in art is probably to be found in an old Roman tombstone at Conisborough in Yorkshire, considered to belong to the first half of the twelfth century. Here the princess is depicted as already in the dragon’s clutches, while an abbot stands by and blesses the rescuer.
Lord,
Hear the prayers of those who praise your mighty power.
As Saint George was ready to follow Christ in suffering and death,
so may he be ready to help us in our weakness.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Newman Conference — June 10-13
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 21 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Parish News
The Portsmouth Institute at Portsmouth Abbey School, on the shores of beautiful Narragansett Bay, will convene a conference on NEWMAN AND THE INTELLECTUAL TRADITION June 10-13, just months before Cardinal Newman’s beatification in September by Pope Benedict XVI.
Speakers include Fr. George Rutler, Fr. Ian Ker, Peter Kreeft, Paul Griffiths, and Edward Short.
Register at www.portsmouthinstitute.org or by calling Cindy Waterman at (401) 643-1244.
Gospel in Art Seminar – May 6
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 21 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Parish News
The Cathedral of St. Patrick Young Adults will host a Gospel In Art Seminar on May 6 at Cathedral Parish House (14 East 51st Street, between Madison and Fifth Avenues) from 6:30pm-8:30pm.
CSPYA is bringing back this popular seminar in which we look at a famous religious works of art and discuss their spiritual significance. On May 6, we will be examining two works of Marian art: “Immaculate Conception” by Bartoleme Esteban Murillo, and “Our Lady of Light” by Natalia Tsarkova.
Please email to RSVP.
RCIA Classes Begin June 6
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 21 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Parish Events, Parish News
Saint Anselm (1033-1109)
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 21 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Liturgical Feasts
The man who not only teaches but does what is right
will be counted great in the kingdom of God, alleluia.
Today the Church celebrates the feast of St. Anselm, the late eleventh-century Archbishop of Canterbury and Doctor of the Church. Among the many accomplishments of his extraordinary life, St. Anselm helped to bring the patristic age to a close by developing a new mode of Christian theological inquiry. That is to say, the saintly monk and bishop approached the work of Christian theology from an intellectual angle different than that of the Church Fathers. Specifically, Anselm was among the first to apply dialectical philosophical inquiry—a question-and-answer mode of reasoning—to the truths of Christian revelation. In so doing, he began a method of theological investigation that flourished in the Middle Ages and continues to this day.
From the Christian Classics Ethereal Library:
Although born at Aosta in Alpine Italy and educated in Normandy, Anselm became a Benedictine monk, teacher, and abbot at Bec and continued his ecclesiastical career in England. Having been appointed the second Norman archbishop of Canterbury in 1093, Anselm secured the Westminster Agreement of 1107, guaranteeing the (partial) independence of the church from the civil state.
In a series of short works such as De Libertate Arbitrii (On Free Will), De Casu Diaboli (The Fall of the Devil), and the lengthier dialogue Cur Deus Homo (Why God became Man), Anselm propounded a satisfaction theory of the atonement, upon which the incarnation promises relief from the strict demands of divine justice. He defended a notion of the relation between philosophy and theology that, like Augustine’s, emphasized the methodological priority of faith over reason, since truth is to be achieved only through “fides quaerens intellectum” (“faith seeking understanding”). Anselm’s combination of Christianity, neoplatonic metaphysics, and Aristotelean logic in the form of dialectical question-and-answer was an important influence in the development scholasticism during the next several centuries.
As a philosopher, Anselm is most often remembered for his attempts to prove the existence of god: In De Veritate (Of Truth) he argued that all creatures owe their being and value to god as the source of all truth, to whom a life lived well is the highest praise. In the Monologion he described deity as the one most truly good thing, from which all real moral values derive and whose existence is required by the reality of those values.
Most famously, in the Proslogion (Addition), Anselm proposed the famous Ontological Argument, according to which god is understood as “aliquid quod maius non cogitari potest” (“that than which nothing greater can be conceived”). The being so conceived must necessarily exist in reality as well as in thought, he argued, since otherwise it would in fact be possible to conceive something greater—namely, something exactly simliar except that it really does exist. Thus, at least for Anselmian believers guided by a prior faith, God must truly exist as the simple, unified source of all perfections, a reality that excludes corruption, imperfection, and deception of every sort.
For more on the life and thought of St. Anselm, click here, here, and here.
Father,
you called Saint Anselm
to study and teach the sublime truths oyou have revealed.
Let your gift of faith come to the aid of our understanding
and open our hearts to your truth.
Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Saint Agnes of Montepulciano (1286-1317)
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 20 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Dominican Saints, Liturgical Feasts
Agnes bore the sufferings of Christ in her body,
that his life might be manifest in her, alleluia.
From the Dominican Ordo:
Saint Agnes was born at Gracciano, Italy, in 1268 and entered a monastery at Montepulciano at the age of nine. At the age of fifteen by indult of the Holy See she was appointed superior of a monastery of nuns at Viterbo. In response to the entreaties of the people of Montepulciano she returned there in 1306 to take charge of a newly founded monastery which followed the Rule of St. Augustine. A few years later she placed this monastery under the direction of the Order of Preachers and sought evangelical perfection according to the way of Saint Dominic. Agnes was devoted to the infant Jesus and the Virgin Mary, manifested the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and was a model of prayer and charity. She worked for civil peace and unity. Saint Catherine of Siena regarded her as her “glorious mother.” She died on April 20, 1317.
For more on the life of Saint Agnes, click here and here.
Merciful God,
you adorned Agnes, your bride,
with a marvelous fervor in prayer.
By imitating her example,
may we always hold fast to you in spirit
and so come to enjoy the abundant fruits of holiness.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever. Amen.
“Word to Life” – April 16, 2010
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 20 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Word to Life
Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” – April 30 thru May 29
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 20 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Parish News
Blessed Sibyllina Biscossi (1287-1367)
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 19 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Dominican Saints, Liturgical Feasts
With all our heart we follow you in awe;
we long to see you face to face.
Lord, do not disappoint our hope, alleluia.
From the Dominican Ordo:
Blessed Sibyllina, born at Pavia, Italy, about 1287, was left an orphan when quite young and at the age of twelve was afflicted with total blindness. The Sisters of Penance befriended her and clothed her in the habit of the Order. She had a special devotion to Christ crucified and to the Holy Spirit. She lived as a recluse at the church of the Preachers where many people sought her out asking for prayers. She died on March 19, 1367.
O Lord,
enkindle our hearts with the fire of the Spirit,
who wonderfully renewed Blessed Sibyllina.
Filled with that heavenly light
may we come to know Jesus Christ crucified
and always grow in your love.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Blessed Isnard of Chiampo (+1244)
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 19 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Dominican Saints, Liturgical Feasts
When the prince of pastors comes again,
you will receive from him an unfading crown of glory, alleluia.
From the Dominican Ordo:
Blessed Isnard was born at Chiampo, near Vicenze, Italy, toward the end of the twelfth century and entered the Order at Bologna around 1218. He was known as “a fervent religious, a grace-filled preacher, and a virgin in body and mind,” as well as a worker of miracles. He founded the priory at Pavia, which he wisely governed until his death on March 19, 1244.
For more on the life of Blessed Isnard, click here.
God of truth,
you drive away the darkness of ignorance
by the light of your wisdom.
By the life and prayers of Blessed Isnard
increase the strength of our faith,
and let no trials extinguish in us the fire of your grace
which shone forth in him.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Blessed Maria Mancini (+1431)
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 17 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Dominican Saints, Liturgical Feasts
Come, let us worship God,
wonderful in his saints, alleluia.
From the Dominican Ordo:
Catharine Mancini was born at Pisa around the middle of the fourteenth century. By the time she was twenty-five she had been widowed twice and left bereft of all her children. At the urging of Saint Catherine of Siena she became a Sister of Penance and later entered the monastery founded by Blessed Clara Gambacorta, where she took the name Maria. There she devoted herself to contemplation and penance, and upon the death of Blessed Clara, became prioress. She died there on January 22, 1431.
O God,
bestower of grace and consoler of the sorrowful,
you strengthened Blessed Maria in the adversities of life
with an admirable patience and unwavering constancy.
By the help of her prayers
may we follow your will with a sincere heart
and so be faithful to you
through the changing paths of life.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Blessed Clara Gambacorta (1362-1419)
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 17 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Dominican Saints, Liturgical Feasts
Come, let us worship God,
wonderful in his saints, alleluia.
From the Dominican Ordo:
Blessed Clara was born in Pisa in 1362, married at the age of twelve and widowed at the age of fifteen. She longed to join a religious order, but her family objected. When at last they relented, upon the advice of Saint Catherine of Siena, she received the Dominican habit at the Monastery of the Holy Cross in Pisa. In 1385 along with Blessed Maria Mancini she founded the Monastery of Saint Dominic in Pisa where regular observance was strictly maintained. She was noted for her great prudence and charity, especially in pardoning the assassin of her father and brothers. She prized study and urged her sisters to do likewise. She died on April 17, 1419.
Merciful God,
grant us a spirit of prayer and penance.
By following in the footsteps of Blessed Clara
may we be worthy to win the crown she has received in heaven.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Cardinal O’Connor Memorial Conference and Mass – May 3
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 16 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Parish News
Birthday Prayers and Greetings
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 16 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Miscellaneous
In celebration of his 83rd birthday, Pope Benedict XVI was presented a cake earlier today by a group of American pilgrims visiting Rome. Members of the Papal Foundation, led by Bishop Michael Bransfield of Wheeling-Charleston, serenaded the Holy Father and offered him their prayers and heartfelt support.
On Monday, Pope Benedict will celebrate his fifth anniversary as Bishop of Rome.
Father,
we pray for your protection and guidance
over our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI.
Give him strength and wisdom to stand as a prophet for our times.
May he be a light in darkness around which we gather in hope.
We ask you to bring about reconciliation
through his faithful teaching of peace and justice.
Grant him compassion and care to live the gospel
in love and service to all people.
Let him follow in the path of Peter and Paul who, filled with the Holy Spirit,
preached that the Lord saves all who call upon his name. Amen.
Theology on Tap – April 26
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 16 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Parish News
Theology on Tap-NYC presents “Answering God’s Call…Should I let It Go to Voicemail?” on April 26 at Metro 53 Bar, 307 East 53rd Street from 7pm to 9pm.
Father Stephen Challman will end this season with a talk about his vocation story and how we should listen to God’s calling for us…whatever that may be! This final session of the season is a fitting way to pay tribute to the Year of the Priest.
Please visit us at www.totnyc.org.
Archbishop Dolan’s First Anniversary
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 15 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Miscellaneous
Today we celebrate Archbishop Timothy Dolan’s first anniversary as the tenth Archbishop of New York. Throughout the day, please keep him in your thoughts and prayers. Ask Christ the Head and Shepherd of the Church to continue to inspire and protect the archbishop’s pastoral service to this local church.
To mark today’s anniversary, the New York Times has published an overview of Archbishop Dolan’s first year in cathedra.
Heavenly Father,
in these trying times
when the spirit of the age
threatens Christian values,
give our bishop holiness of life
and wisdom to direct and guide our archdiocesan
family so that we may grow in your love.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Newman in New York – April 27
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 15 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Parish News
Blessed Peter Gonzalez (1190-1246)
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 14 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Dominican Saints, Liturgical Feasts
Good and faithful servant, enter into the joy of your Lord, alleluia.
From the Dominican Ordo:
Blessed Peter was born at Palencia, Spain, towards the end of the twelfth century. He pursued an ecclesiastical career and became dean of the Church of Palencia. Moved by the grace of God, he asked for the habit of the order nad became as renowned fo his humility as he had previously been renowned for his greed for glory. He was notable for his life of prayer and for his service to his neighbor, especially those who were in peril on the sea. Sailors have invoked his intercession under the name “Saint Elmo.” He died at Tuy, Spain, on April 14, 1246.
For more on Blessed Peter, after whom “St. Elmo’s Fire” is named, click here and here.
Almighty God,
you bestowed the singular help of Blessed Peter
on those in peril from the sea.
By the help of his prayers
may the light of your grace shine forth
in all the storms of this life
and enable us to find the harbor of everlasting salvation.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever. Amen.
“The Art of Illumination” at the Met
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 14 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Parish News
Before it closes in early June, be sure to see the Met’s special exhibition entitled “The Art of Illumination.” It features all of images contained in the Belles Heures of Jean de France, which is one of the finest illuminated manuscripts to come down to us from the Middle Ages. Click below for a video presentation detailing the exhibit.
Panel Discussion on the Priesthood – April 26
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 14 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Lectures, Parish News
On Monday, April 26, the Church of St. Thomas More (65 East 89th Street – between Park and Madison Avenues) will host a panel discussion entitled: “A Priest Forever According to the Order of Melchizedek: What Does This Mean — For the Priest and for the Laity?” The discussion will begin at 7:00 PM in the parish’s Rochester Room.
The evening’s speakers will be: Fr. Aquinas Guilbeau, O.P. (Church of St. Vincent Ferrer, NYC); Fr. Gerald Murray (Church of St. Vincent de Paul, NYC); and Fr. Luke Sweeney (Vocations Director for the Archdiocese of New York). Attendees will be able to meet with the speakers and enjoy light refreshments after the discussion.
For more information, call the St. Thomas More Parish Office at 212-876-7719.
Spring Brunch – April 25
Posted by Fr. Aquinas on 14 Apr 2010 | Tagged as: Parish Events, Parish News
Fr. Carleton P. Jones, O.P.,
Pastor of the Church of St. Vincent Ferrer
invites you to a
SPRING BRUNCH
on Sunday, April 25
at 1:00 PM
in the Parish Hall.
With the price of a ticket comes a full buffet, Mimosas and Champagne, music by David Belt, and a chance at door prizes.
Advanced tickets are $25 per person. Tickets will be $30 at the door. Children under 12 are free.
Tickets are on sale now in the Parish Office. You can also purchase them after all Sunday Masses leading up to the brunch.