by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Jan 5, 2022 | Parish Blog
Some forty-six years ago in November 1975 an intense low pressure system was crossing the Great Lakes, with winds gusting to well above hurricane force, and waves the size of mountains. The forecast has been for clear sailing. Over 200 mariners were lost that day....
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Jan 4, 2022 | Friar Reflection
“…the people who sit in darkness have seen a great light, on those dwelling in a land overshadowed by death light has arisen.” Today the Church in the United States celebrates St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first native-born American to be named a saint. Born in 1774...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Jan 4, 2022 | Friar Reflection
In today’s gospel, Jesus shows compassion for the multitude in the desert likening them to sheep without a shepherd – and He began to teach them many things. There are many lessons to be learned but perhaps the first lesson is compassion. The last two years have been...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Dec 24, 2021 | Sacraments
In every relationship, there comes a time when something goes wrong and one person or one group hurts or offends the other, and the relationship is damaged. Whether it is a personal relationship between family members or friends or a more structured relationship...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Dec 24, 2021 | Sacraments
The reasons are many, all of them real to the penitent. But what awaits you in the sacraments is the all embracing love and mercy of God. Read more… 1 – We may be afraid of looking foolish because we haven’t been to confession in a long time—and are uncertain...
