Passover, A Personal Experience
“The word, ‘Paschal’ comes from the Greek term, pascha, which in turn is derived from the Hebrew, pesach. Pesach refers to the annual commemoration of Israel’s first Passover in Egypt.”…
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Mission Spotlight – Louisville Parish Ministry
From Left to Right: Fr. John Pozhathuparambil OFM Conv., Fr. Shaju Puthussery OFM Conv., and Fr. George Munjanattu OFM Conv. celebrate Holy Thursday Mass at Holy Family Catholic Church in…
Read More In memory of +Fr. Edmund Goldbach OFM Conv.
†Fr. Edmund Goldbach OFM Conv. “A peaceful, quiet certainty…” Friar Edmund Goldbach OFM Conv. lived with a quiet, peaceful certainty that God would guide him to where he was needed,…
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Earth Day Celebration and Tree Giveaway
Come join us at Mount Saint Francis for a celebration of Earth Day 2021! On Saturday, April 24th, we’re having our 2nd Annual Free Tree Giveaway from 9:00 am until…
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Mission Spotlight – Posada Guadalupe
Posada Guadalupe is a shelter for immigrants whose mission is inspired by Matthew 25: “I was a stranger, and you welcomed me.” The ministry’s story began in the 1980s when…
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A Chaplain’s Prayer
A Chaplain’s Prayer By Friar Ken Bartsch, OFM Conv. Hospital Chaplain at VA Hospital in Louisville, KY Water from the side of Christ, wash me. First check the counter-top for…
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No Joke, Brother Bob
This poem was orgianlly written and read as tribute to Brother Bob Baxter OFM Conv. at his funeral in 2018. It serves as a reminder of the importance and impact…
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A Time to Act…
We want to shine a light on some of the people we serve next to and the communities in which we operate. These are examples of bold action despite the…
Read More A Time to Choose …
Should I Stay or Should I Go? Taking Time to Discern – When What is Right and What is Easy Don’t Align By Friar Charles McCarthy, OFM Conv. Friar Charles…
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An Eye for an Eye? Recognizing Human Dignity In All Our Brothers and Sisters By Friar Ian Bremar, OFM Conv. In his new book, Let Us Dream, Pope Francis speaks…
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