Why Pray?
You Can Give Your Problem to God
Listen to this prayer and give all of your burdens, worries, and cares to God. When you let go, you can fully rest in His strength. You don’t have to carry that burden any more. Listen to this prayer in the morning before you start your day. And again at night before you go to sleep.
The Focus
Intercessory Prayer...
The "Why", the "What", and the "How"
How Does Intercessory Prayer Work?
Tim Staples answers a caller who wonders whether it is more accurate to say we pray TO the Saints or THROUGH them, all while keeping God in mind as the final end.
Faith and Culture
This Country Was Founded on Christian Principles
Among the talking points introduced by Charlie Kirk is the separation of Church and State. He cites that the Constitution says nothing about this topic but it is mentioned in a letter written by Thomas Jefferson. It provided assurance that the US Government would not come after the Church.
How to Pray
How to Have a Deeper Prayer Life
Discover how to have a deeper prayer life with these 7 important tips for spiritual growth as a Christian. Learn how to strengthen your relationship with God through prayer.
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Please Pray for Vocations!
The above list is the latest update from the diocese as of August of 2024 from Susan O'Neil.
Dan Roberts (from St Matthew Parish - to be ordained 6-28)
Vocation Story
Dan Roberts shares his story of discernment and vocation. He went from pursuing an acting career in Los Angeles for 10 years before being called by the Spirit.
Jan 2025: Bernadette Rolewski, Marie Smetanka, Thomas Krupski, Patricia Carusone, Adolfo Marche, Barbara Linko Brown
Feb 2025: William Mason, Helen Rock, Marie Heinrichs, Frances Lewandowski
March 2025: Nancy Lee Schoedel, Rita Wapenski, Glenna Holt
April 2025: James Jordan, Peg Elsner, Sr Concetta Fabo
May 2025: Mary Moncini, Ronald Lotz, Larry Naugle, Sr Catherine O'Halloran
June 2025: Robert Koch
"For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory."
2 Corinthians 4:17
The apostle Paul never wrote his autobiography, but he came close in 2 Corinthians. Some in Corinth had bitterly criticized him, and the Church was divided. Paul had conflicts on the outside and fears within (2 Corinthians 7:5). In writing 2 Corinthians, he opened his heart, shared his struggles, and sought to win the support of the Church. In the process, he showed us how to manage our own struggles, writing: “Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all”
Our problems seem huge to us. They can overwhelm our emotions and violate our peace. But from God’s perspective—these are biblical words—they are “light and momentary” when compared to all God is doing for us now and will do for us in the future.
Your problems are temporary, but God’s promises are eternal. His promises will outlive your problems and carry you to heaven, where there are no problems, no pain, no death, no tears.
- Dr David Jeremiah
Memory Lane!
It's Vacation Bible School Season! Here are some pictures from VBS events at St Athanasius over a number of years. You can just feel the energy coming through in these pictures! And if the pictures don't do it for you, check out the videos below from 2017!
Deacon Bill Homily Archive
Here are four recent homilies. Hover over the icons below to see the dates and topics.
Step Back and Reflect - An Essay
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God loves you right where you are!
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