by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Feb 23, 2021 | From the Pastor, Parish Blog
As you are probably aware, the General Assembly of the State of Virginia recently passed legislation abolishing the Death Penalty in the Commonwealth. In light of this new legislation some have asked me “What is the Churches teaching on the Death Penalty?” On August...
by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Feb 22, 2021 | Friar Reflection
When you put your ego ahead of the good of all, when your need to control becomes more important than the success of the community or company: Who do you say that I am? When that obnoxious, self-righteous, perpetually complaining bore in the office has pushed you to...
by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Feb 4, 2021 | Friar Reflection
The Gospel today reflects several teachings of Jesus, It speaks of a wallet. The Greek word for wallet is pera which can mean collecting bag. Very often priests went out with these bags to collect contributions for their temple and their god. They have been described...
by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Jan 25, 2021 | Friar Reflection
This past year has challenged us to see our lives in new ways. To appreciate what is most important to us, our families, our friends, our colleagues, to realize the work and dedication of so many dedicated professionals, workers, who make it possible for our families...
by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Jan 20, 2021 | Friar Reflection
The Gospel passage today demonstrates two very different ideas of Religion. To the Pharisees religion was all about rituals. It was about obeying certain rules and regulations. It is to suggest that the religious person is the one who goes to Church, reads the...
