by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Aug 24, 2021 | Weekly-Email
Dear Parishioners, As you are probably aware, some 5 thousand Afghan refugees will be placed at Quantico Marine Corps Base. There has been a “call” for help in the way of, diapers, wipes, etc. (please see full list below). We plan to do our part as a parish and will...
by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Aug 18, 2021 | Friar Reflection
One year, when Valentine’s Day fell on a Sunday, the pastor of a small parish had an idea to mark the occasion. As couples came into church, ushers would present each wife with a rose. During Mass, a special intention for couples would be included as part of the...
by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Aug 17, 2021 | From the Pastor
I received a number of positive comments on my recent article in the weekly parish newsletter, challenging the thinking of those who refuse to receive a COVID vaccine, based on the argument that “the government cannot tell me what to do with my body”. I also received...
by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Aug 12, 2021 | Friar Reflection
When was the last time you made a dumb, embarrassing, costly mistake and you were not only forgiven but helped to make things right? Was there a time when your frustration caused you to lash out, when the expectations overwhelmed you and you responded with anger, yet...
by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Aug 9, 2021 | From the Pastor
One of the curious arguments for not receiving the COVID vaccine is that no government should tell a person what they can or cannot do with their body. In fact, there are a range of things for which the government and the common good, do just exactly that. Think of...
