Corpus Christi was a wonderful day, despite the rain. Thanks to all who helped with the procession inside the church, especially our children who scattered and then picked up (!) the rose petals. Thanks to those who arranged for the tents, the tables, the fish and the snowballs. Despite the weather, it was a sunny day for those who proclaimed the Real Presence of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist! Click here for photos! … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2013
From the Pastor – June 9, 2013
June 7, 2013 By
As he drew near to the gate of the city, a man who had died was being carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow. A large crowd from the city was with her. When the Lord saw her, he was moved with pity for her and said to her, “Do not weep.” (Lk 7:12-13) This brief gospel story is filled with strong visual images. There’s a large crowd, the gate of a city, a weeping mother, and the widow’s dead son. It’s not something foreign to most of us who have experienced the untimely death of a young man. I experienced a similar experience Friday at the funeral of a friend, Rufus Brown who died of cancer at 57; his mother was present for the burial. So what are we to make of the scene with Jesus? Much is expressed in one word in the Gospel. The word is translated in … [Read more...]
From the Pastor – June 2, 2013
June 7, 2013 By
Brothers and sisters, I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you, that the Lord Jesus, on the night he was handed over, took bread, and, after he had given thanks, broke it and said, "This is my body that is for you. Do this in remembrance of me." In the same way also the cup, after supper, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me." For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the death of the Lord until he comes." (1 Cor. 11:23-26) In terms of a feast in the Catholic Church, today’s Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ (“Corpus Christi” in Latin) is a fairly recent one. We all know that the Body and Blood of Christ are present at each Mass, but the addition of this special feast to … [Read more...]
New Carillon Bells!
June 6, 2013 By
Through the generosity of the Stella Roman Foundation, Good Shepherd Parish is now the proud owner of a new electronic carillon bell system. The bells automatically turn on at 8:00am and run until 8:00pm at night. On the hour and the half hour they play a brief peal and then mark the hour. At noon and 6:00pm, they also play the Angelus and then a brief song according to the season of the year. We are so grateful to the Stella Roman Foundation for this generous gift! … [Read more...]
Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
June 6, 2013 By
The Sacred Heart is one of the most famous religious devotions in the Church. The devotion is to Jesus' physical heart as the representation of His divine love for Humanity. It is closely associated with Acts of Reparation to Christ. In the encyclical Miserentissimus Redemptor, Pope Pius XI stated: “the spirit of expiation or reparation has always had the first and foremost place in the worship given to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.” The Sacred Heart is often depicted in Christian art as a flaming heart shining with divine light, pierced by the lance-wound, surrounded by a crown of thorns, surmounted by a cross and bleeding. Sometimes the image is over Jesus' body with his wounded hands pointing at the heart. The wounds and crown of thorns allude to the manner of Jesus' death, while … [Read more...]
St. Stephen School Meeting
June 5, 2013 By
There will be an important meeting of anyone interested in St. Stephen School, whether an alumnus, teacher, parent of a student, parent of a prospective student or interested parishioner on Tuesday, October 11 immediately following the 6:00pm Mass in the church. Topics will include the ongoing construction, the finances and the future plans of the Archdiocese regarding Catholic schools. … [Read more...]
Gospel Music Festival
June 5, 2013 By
Holy Family Sisters Motherhouse 6901 Chef Menteur Highway September 11, 2011 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. There are a lot of people who just do not know the power of the Holy Spirit that is presence in our Catholic Church. It is time to say it LOUD”¦.WE ARE CATHOLIC filled with the Spirit, Anointed, Appointed and Empowered as servant of the Lord, covered by God's glory, walking in peace and joy ”¦ right here in New Orleans. Come dance in the spirit at the 2011 GOSPEL MUSIC FESTIVAL. ”¢Â   Parish choirs will fill the air with praise. See our youth, young adult and adult choirs share their talents so all can have a good time in the Lord. ”¢Â   There will be vendors selling foods, crafts, arts, religious items etc. ”¢Â   Free parking will be available on the grounds of St. … [Read more...]
Pro-Life Prayer Service
June 5, 2013 By
The New Orleans Priests for Life Group will sponsor a Pro-Life Prayer Service on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church 146 Fourth Street, Westwego, LA. The Mass will be the Vigil Mass of Nativity of St. Mary at 7:00p.m. Fr. Ed Grice will be the celebrant and Fr. Joseph Doyle, S.S.J. will be the featured speaker. Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction begins at 7:30p.m. Educational materials will be available. … [Read more...]
Spaghetti Dinner
June 5, 2013 By
October 1, 2011 The Altar Society will host a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, October 1 from 5:00pm – 7:30pm to help raise money for the continued repairs and maintenance in the church sanctuary. As you may have noticed, they have been busy polishing brass, replating some candlesticks, and painting our candle holders. Please support them in this important parish ministry by purchasing a spaghetti dinner (to go available) for $8.00 (adults) or $4.00 kids). … [Read more...]
CCD, RCIA and Adult Education
June 5, 2013 By
CCD-Parish School of Religion Our CCD program for the 2010-2011 school year will begin on Sunday, September 25 at 9:30 A.M. The class will last till 10:20 A.M. We will only charge a nominal fee this year of $20.00 to cover the cost of the books. We will take registrations for grades 1-4. We will also be looking for anyone who is interested in teaching in our program so that we might begin to expand to more grade levels. Please contact Phillip Bellini for more details and to Register your child for next years classes. God bless you. RCIA classes will begin on Wednesday, September 7 at 7:00 P.M. in the rectory. Classes will last till 8:30 P.M. Schedules for the year will be given out at the first class. RCIA is process by which non-baptized candidates are received into the … [Read more...]
