by Fr. Lalo Jara OFM | Sep 15, 2021 | Friar Reflection
Today is Our Lady of Sorrows feast day. According to Tradition, Mary suffered seven sorrows in her life: 1) the prophecy of Simeon, 2) the flight into Egypt, 3) the loss of the child Jesus in the Temple, 4) the encounter with Jesus carrying the Cross, 5) the standing...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Sep 14, 2021 | Weekly-Email
Adult Faith Program – September 2021 St. Francis of Assisi Parish has a host of programs specifically for Adult faith – to help you become a life-long learner. Consider the list of all the program offerings. Take your next step on the journey of Faith....
by Fr. Jim Scullion OFM | Sep 14, 2021 | Friar Reflection
Today is the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. We are used to making the sign of the cross or seeing the cross displayed in our churches and homes. The prominence of the cross may lead us to forget that the cross was a sign of shame and a crucified messiah...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Sep 13, 2021 | Friar Reflection
Today is the Memorial of St. John Chrysostom (“golden tongue”), known for his oratory skills. John gained popularity because of the eloquence of his public speaking at the Golden Church, Antioch’s cathedral, especially his insightful expositions of Bible...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Sep 10, 2021 | VOICE
Advocacy works! As a result of the efforts of VOICE, and others, the Prince William County Board of Supervisors is moving along in their plans to evaluate, design and build Critical Receiving Units (formerly called Crisis Stabilization Units) in the county! The unit...
