2015 archive of The Carpenter's Bench Blog
Pope Reflects on Importance of Easter Triduum
Posted by Patty Arthur
Catholic World News - April 01, 2015
Pope Francis reflected on the Paschal Triduum during his April 1 general audience in St. Peter’s Square.
The washing of the feet at the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday reminds Christians that the “purpose of [Christ’s] life and passion is ... Read More »
"Because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world."
Posted by Patty Arthur
Fifth Sunday of LentThe death and resurrection of Jesus Christ is an event that draws all of creation toward God. When we take part in the devotion of the Stations of the Cross, traditionally we say, "Because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world." That means more ... Read More »
The Reasons We Love St. Joseph's Church
Posted by Karen Ferris
There are so many great reasons to love St. Joseph's Church. For this post, I am going to narrow my reasons down to 3, a sort of Top 3 list, so to speak.
One aspect I have always liked about our parish is all of the opportunities to get involved. I ... Read More »
Little Sisters of the Poor, St. Augustine Home
Posted by Karen Ferris
On Sunday, March 1st, two Sisters from Little Sisters of the Poor visited our parish seeking support for their mission. This was the day where we awoke to several inches of snow. When I headed out to attend Mass, I didn't know if I was going to make it ... Read More »
Lenten Message From Pope Francis
Posted by Patty Arthur
“Make your hearts firm” (Jas 5:8) Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Lent is a time of renewal for the whole Church, for each communities and every believer. Above all it is a “time of grace” (2 Cor6:2). God does not ask of us anything that he himself has not first given ... Read More »
Ash Wednesday and Lent in Two Minutes
Posted by Patty Arthur
I was eyes to the blind, and feet to the lame
Posted by Patty Arthur
"I was eyes to the blind, and feet to the lame."[1] was the theme for the celebration at St. Joseph for the 23rd World Day of the Sick on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at 6:00 P.M. Father Rob and Father Minh were celebrants for the Mass in Remembrance of ... Read More »