Entries for 2025

Please join us on Wednesday, April 30, at 7:00 PM at St. Boniface Church as we celebrate a Mass for the Eternal Repose of Pope Francis.

Read More

Part of our work for our upcoming linkage between St. Ann and St. Boniface Parishes was creating a new Mass schedule. You read a little bit about that two weeks ago when we described the work of our transition teams from the two parishes. Now it’s time to talk about the results. But first, a little bit about the process. Between St. Ann Parish and St. Boniface Parish, we currently have 7 weekend Masses (3 on Saturday evening, 4 on Sunday morning). In addition, we have 9 weekday Masses between us.   While we’re promised a second priest in July, we&...

Read More

First Holy Communion will be celebrated during the 10:30 AM Mass on Sunday, May 4, at St. Boniface. We expect a larger number of visitors for this special occasion, which may cause some congestion in the parking areas.To help with traffic flow, we kindly ask that you avoid using the alley off Penn Street between 9:55 and 10:10 AM. PREP classes will be dismissed at 10:00 AM that morning, and parents will be using the alley to pick up their children.For easier parking, the Harmonia Hall lot will be open and is best accessed via Franklin Street.Thank you for your patience and ...

Read More

On Saturday morning, May 10, the Cemetery Committee will be conducting its spring clean-up. Just a reminder, we will be removing any damaged, dead, or unsightly decorations that have remained through the winter. We will NOT be removing this year's Easter plants and decorations.  

Read More

Did you notice where the gospel ended today? It didn’t feel like the conclusion of other stories, did it? We didn’t hear the words “…and they lived happily ever after”! Instead, at the Easter Vigil, the gospel ended, “Their story seemed like nonsense, and they did not believe them. But Peter got up and ran to the tomb, bent down, and saw the burial cloths alone; then he went home, amazed at what had happened.” Hardly the happy ending we might have expected. Then this morning we hear John’s account ending with the words:...

Read More

Vacation Bible School will be held June 16–20 from 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the St. John Neumann Regional Academy High School Campus, located at 901 Penn Street in Williamsport. All children currently in Pre-K through Grade 5 are invited to join us for a fun-filled week of faith, learning, and fellowship. The cost is $20 per student, with a family maximum of $60 for households with three or more children. Early bird registration ends on May 31. Starting June 1, the cost increases to $40 per student. To register, please visit www.tinyurl.com/lycovbs25. We...

Read More

We’ve come to a busy week.  A Holy Week for the Church.   And not just a Holy Week because these things happened to Jesus of Nazareth almost 2000 years ago. A Holy Week because our celebration builds up our faith and strengthens us for our witness to the world. And it only works if we show up! Let’s think about the moments when we need especially to be Church this week: Holy Thursday.  Our celebration of the Lord’s death and resurrection begins with the 7 pm Mass, the Mass that recalls the beginning of Christ’s Passion, his gift ...

Read More

Thank you to everyone who helped make the Family Lenten Table at St. Lawrence a delicious and memorable evening! We’re grateful to the organizers, those who set up, those who served soups, and those who stayed to clean up—it was truly a team effort. A special thanks to all who donated such a wonderful variety of soups. It was a joy to sample so many delicious flavors and share in a fun, faith-filled evening together. Check out a few pictures of the evening at https://www.stbonifacecatholic.com/Parish-Photo-Gallery/AlbumID/24064-2273

Read More

The planned linkage between Saint Ann Parish and Saint Boniface Parish, originally scheduled to begin in July, will now take effect in October. This adjustment is due to the timing of clergy personnel transitions at the diocesan level. To help guide and prepare for this important change, Father Glenn McCreary and Father Shawn Simchock have each selected transition team members: Saint Ann Parish: Tyler Berkey, Ron Carter, Bernadette DeLullo, Maggie Magagna, Christine Weigle Saint Boniface Parish: Noah Bauer, Eric Beiter, Heather Kriner, Stephanie Radulski...

Read More

Save the Date! Eric Genuis Benefit Concert for Concerts of Hope Tuesday, April 22 at 7:00 PM | St. Boniface Church Join us for an inspiring evening of music with composer and pianist Eric Genuis, whose mission is to bring hope and healing through live performances in places often forgotten—prisons, rehab centers, shelters, and institutions, including death row. Experience the power of music to uplift the human spirit and support this life-changing ministry. A free-will offering will be collected to benefit Concerts of Hope. Learn more: ericgenuis.com c...

Read More

Remember spring cleaning? When the days grew longer and the temperature rose, people would set about cleaning their homes and their yards. Leaves were raked and gutters emptied out. Open windows let in fresh air. Winter sweaters were put in mothballs. Lighter clothing was pulled out of storage. Floors were mopped, carpets swept, and old food from the back of the fridge was tossed. Some of that spring cleaning is connected to Lent and Easter. People expected guests for the great holiday. Special foods needed to be prepared. We wanted our homes to look their best, our k...

Read More

Calling all children! Join the fun at St. Lawrence Chuch for an Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 19, at noon. 

Read More

Join us for our Church Family Lenten Table Friday, April 11 | 5:30–7:00 p.m. | St. Lawrence Hall Come share a simple, meaningful meal of homemade meatless soups and bread as we gather in fellowship this Lenten season. A free will offering will be accepted. Please remember to bring a soup bowl and spoon. All are welcome!

Read More

Last week I entertained the question “Father, how often should I go to confession?” This week, let’s think about the next question I usually get: “And, Father, what do I say when I get there?” Confession begins when we examine our conscience. And that begins with prayer. You don’t know what you’re supposed to say? Ask the Holy Spirit. After all, Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would lead us to all truth. I imagine that includes the truth about ourselves. The Holy Spirit will reveal the truth to us. We might tend to beat up on...

Read More

Join us for the Stations of the Cross on one or more of these upcoming dates: April 4 – St. Boniface April 11 – St. Lawrence April 18 – St. Lawrence (Good Friday) We look forward to praying together!

Read More

Starting in April, volunteers will serve as greeters at weekend Masses, extending a warm welcome to parishioners and visitors. This vital ministry fosters a sense of Christian community, emphasizing the importance of coming together in prayer. Thank you to all who have generously offered their time to serve.

Read More

Father, how often should I come to confession? I get that question a lot. Sometimes from nonbelievers who want to understand this strange religious system of ours. Sometimes from people interested in becoming Catholic—they want to know just what they’re getting into. Sometimes from Catholics who are confused about the messages they’ve received— everything from “God doesn’t really care about sin anymore” to “Why aren’t you like Mother Teresa or John Paul II, who when to confession every single week?” The answe...

Read More

Congratulations to four of our students who were honored for their leadership in Christian service and dedication to our parish community at a Mass celebrated by Bishop Bambera at St. Peter’s Cathedral in Scranton on Sunday afternoon (3/23/2025). We are proud of seniors Ben Cappel, Anna Pritchard, and Sophia Reid, as well as 8th grader Evan Steele. We thank them for their service and pray for them as they continue to share their gifts with others.

Read More

We are seeking parents who have raised or are raising children in the Catholic faith to partner with parents of newly baptized children, helping them feel welcomed into the life of the Church. This ministry requires a minimal time commitment. Join us for a brief, 30-minute informational meeting to learn more. We are offering two sessions: Sunday, March 30, 11:30 a.m.–Noon Monday, March 31, 6:30–7 p.m. Both sessions will be held in the St. Boniface Rectory (first floor). Please enter through the parish office entrance. For more informa...

Read More

Sacrament of Reconciliation is available every Monday from 5:30–7 p.m. at St. Boniface. Why Go To Confession? God loves each of us. God created us and placed us in this world to know, love, and serve Him. Unfortunately, we do not always show our love for God in our words and actions. There are times when we turn away from God. These moments when we choose to do wrong and avoid what is good are sins. The good news is that God has given us a way to turn back to Him with our whole hearts. He has given us the Sacrament of Reconciliation. In this sacrament, we meet C...

Read More

Last Sunday afternoon I was sitting in St. Peter’s Cathedral in Scranton. I had traveled over there for the Rite of Election—an important part of the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA) which used to be called Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA). As I sat there waiting for the liturgy to begin, I realized just how long it had been since I last participated in that particular ceremony. For many years of my priesthood, I had to skip that rite because I had evening Mass responsibilities. Since coming here, my Sunday afternoons and evenings ha...

Read More

Join us on Sunday, March 30, at 2 p.m. for a Tenebrae service with the St. Boniface Choir. This is a powerful, reflective experience for the faithful ahead of Holy Week.

Read More

Lent

All faithful in the Diocese of Scranton are warmly invited to a Lenten Holy Hour with the Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of Scranton, in honor of the diocesan phase of the 2025 Holy Year of Hope. These gatherings will be held across each of the twelve deaneries within the Diocese of Scranton. For our Williamsport Deanery, the Lenten Holy Hour will take place on Tuesday, March 25, at 7:00 p.m. at Saint Boniface Church. The theme for the 2025 Jubilee Year is "Pilgrims of Hope." As Pope Francis so beautifully expressed, "We must fan ...

Read More

Lent

Check out the March 11th edition of Our Faith…Our Diocese (news on diocesan and parish events): Highlights from the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion at the Cathedral of Saint Peter, marking a step closer for candidates and catechumens entering the Catholic Church. Bishop Bambera celebrated the first Lenten Holy Hour at Saint John the Evangelist Parish in Pittston. Saint Nicholas Church in Wilkes-Barre is a Jubilee Year pilgrimage site. Saint Leo the Great Parish in Ashley is among parishes holding Lenten food sales. Rev. Ryan Glenn of Christ th...

Read More

Join us for a festive St. Patrick’s Day dinner at St. Lawrence Church Hall on Monday, March 17, from 4-7 PM! Enjoy a delicious menu featuring corned beef, ham, cabbage with potatoes, carrots, soda bread, and more. Dine in or take out – it’s up to you! BYOB. Tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for kids 12 and under. Don't miss our exciting basket raffles! Tickets are available at the door.

Read More

I know I’ve driving home this pilgrimage aspect of the Holy Year pretty often. But, it’s a treasured part of our Catholic faith. I’d hate to have the next several months to pass by and have us think: “I could have participated, I could have done something…”  Now we are fortunate to have a pilgrimage site in one of our churches. But, that doesn’t stop us from finding other sites as well. Think of it this way: As we travel, for work or for vacation, we’re passing pilgrimage sites all along the way. After the Broadway sh...

Read More

Calling all parishioners! Do you want to get involved in your parish community as a member of the Parish Pastoral Council (PPC)?  Do you have someone in mind who might be a good fit for the PPC? You can nominate yourself or someone else for this year's election by returning the council nomination form available in the bulletin or as a PDF below. The deadline for nominations is Monday, March 17. PPC Nomination form PPC information flyer PPC website

Read More

Join Father McCreary, Pastor, for a behind-the-scenes tour of St. Boniface Church on Tuesday, March 11, at either 2 or 7 p.m., where you'll explore the art and architecture of this building, which was completed in 1975.

Read More

During the Jubilee Year 2025, the Holy Father invites all Christians to become “pilgrims of hope.” For this journey to be meaningful, each person must be grounded in God's grace and His mercy's fullness. Even those unable to make a pilgrimage to Rome are encouraged to participate in the spiritual movement of receiving an Indulgence during this special year. To obtain the Indulgence, the faithful within our Diocese are invited to take the following steps: 1. Visit a Designated Pilgrimage Site: Cathedral of Saint Peter, 315 Wyoming Ave, Scranto...

Read More

From time to time, I hear people assert that the Church had done away with something. Friday penance or Sunday Mass obligation, confession, or indulgences. Usually, it’s accompanied by an appeal to an event (like Vatican II) or a person (like the Pope). “Didn’t Vatican II  get rid of that?” “Didn’t Pope Francis change that?” Truth: none of the aforementioned items have been changed. Not by a Council, not by the pope, not even by the synodal process. Check out how often Pope Francis has invited u...

Read More

Parishioners and friends of St. Boniface Parish reflect on the daily readings during Lent in our "Pilgrim of Hope on our Lenten Journey" booklet. You are invited to read the Daily Mass readings that are cited before each reflection and let the message for each day soak into your heart and fill you with God's hope, God's peace, and God's love.Download the booklet or read it here online (PDF, 758KB).

Read More

Lent

The first evening of Stations of the Cross begins on Friday, March 7, at 5:30 p.m. at St. Boniface and continues each Friday through Good Friday. All dates will begin at 5:30 p.m. Please note that the Stations of the Cross on Friday, March 28 at 7 p.m., at St. Lawrence, will be led by PREP students. March 7: St. B March 14: St. L March 21: St. B March 28: St. L April 4: St. B April 11: St. L April 18: St. L

Read More

Lent

Ash Wednesday is March 5th. Ashes will be distributed at 7 a.m. at  Divine Providence Hospital Chapel; 10 a.m. at SJNRA Student Mass; 4:30 p.m. at St. Boniface Church; and 7:30 p.m. at St. Lawrence Church.  Other parishes in Lycoming County:

Read More

Lent

It's time to bring back last year's dried palms to church for burning in preparation for Ash Wednesday. Please place your palms in the baskets at the back of church by Sunday, March 2. The ashes from these burnt palms are traditionally used on Ash Wednesday.

Read More

A couple of times in the past few weeks I’ve talked about the Holy Year—as part of a homily, in the bulletin. We’ve reflected on Jesus’ words in the Nazareth synagogue—“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me…to proclaim a year of favor from the Lord.” We’ve talked about pilgrimages and shrines and holy doors. Imagine my surprise when I learned that the Bishop wanted to mark St. Boniface Church as a diocesan site for pilgrimage this year. Suddenly, Holy Years weren’t things that happen somewhere else&mdash...

Read More

Join us for the St. Boniface Annual Ash Wednesday Fish Dinner on March 5th from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. This event is TAKEOUT ONLY, with pickup available at the SJNRA Elementary School Gym, located at 710 Franklin St. The dinner includes baked fish, macaroni and cheese, green beans, a roll, coleslaw, and a brownie. Adults: $13 | Children: $7 Tickets will be available after Mass, or you can contact Deb or Lenny for more information. We hope to see you there!

Read More

Remember the books we gave out at Christmas? Thin book. Grey and gold cover. The title is hidden in the middle of the artwork. Maybe you thought it was the worship guide for Christmas Mass—the place where we’d put the songs and readings. Maybe you picked it up right away— well, as right away as the day after Christmas when everyone went home—and started to read. Maybe you tossed it on the coffee table, the desk, the back seat of the car—with a mental note “later”. I’m included in that last category. That grey and gold...

Read More

Haven't registered as a member of St. Boniface Parish yet? We invite you to officially join our parish community! By registering, you'll stay connected with important updates about faith formation, special events, schedule changes, and much more. It's quick and simple--register online in just a few minutes!

Read More

Mark your calendars! Our "Older Parishioners Dinner" will be held on Sunday, March 23, at 4 p.m. in the St. Boniface Gym. This year’s theme is "A Roman Holiday." Enjoy a delicious Italian meal created by our talented chef, Steve Orso. Be sure to check the bulletin insert during the weekend of February 21 to reserve your spot. If you'd like to volunteer and assist with this special event, pleasecontacto Kristin Fisher at 570-220-1883 or via email at kristinfisher1@verizon.net.

Read More

One of the elements of a Holy Year in the Catholic Church is pilgrimage. The pope opens the doors of Rome’s great basilicas. From across the world people travel to pass through those doors—to gain the indulgence of the holy year, a particular expression of God’s mercy. But, every pilgrimage is more than a trip or a vacation. Lovely though it may be to see Rome or Jerusalem, Canterbury or Compostela, a good pilgrimage points to something deeper than holy places or sacred shrines. It tells us we’re pilgrims—from the moment of our baptism until...

Read More

Register now for the Williamsport Deanery's Women's Retreat to be held on Saturdsay, March 29, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at St. Lawrence Church. The day will begin with Mass and include opportunities for the sacrament of reconciliation, eucharistic adoration, education, and fellowship. Lunch will be provided. The cost is $35 for adults, $20 for students, and free for women religious. See tinyurl.com/wdwomensretreat to register. 

Read More

New Time! We are changing the time of Tuesday's Rosary at St. Boniface Church to 6 p.m. how-to-pray-the-rosary-everyday.com/scriptural-rosary You can find, peace, joy, and happiness in your life through rosary scriptural meditations. What is a scriptural rosary you may wonder... All it is is the life of Jesus based on scripture from the Bible. The scriptural rosary prayer of the Joyful Mysteries, Sorrowful Mysteries, Glorious Mysteries, and Luminous Mysteries of the rosary are in fact following the life of Jesus based on scripture. Every decade of the ...

Read More

Join us for Mass on Monday, February 3rd, at 7 a.m. at St. Lawrence and Benediction at 7 p.m. at St. Boniface as we celebrate the Feast of St. Blaise with the Blessing of Throats. St. Blaise, the Patron Saint of those suffering from throat ailments, prays for us!

Read More

You thought today was just Sunday, right? Another Sunday like all other Sundays. If you were particularly focused on Church and Mass, you might have guessed it was Some Sunday in Ordinary Time—third, fourth, whatevereth? But, this Sunday’s a lot more. It’s Groundhog Day and if you’re reading this on Sunday morning, that rodent has already warmed or chilled our hearts with a prediction for spring. It’s the Presentation of the Lord—the fortieth day after Christmas when the Christ Child was presented in the temple, and one of those fea...

Read More

In celebration of World Marriage Day (February 7th), the Vocations Committee invites married couples to submit a wedding photo along with your names, wedding date, location, and parish. We will feature these photos in a special slideshow during the weekend of February 8th and 9th. Please send your photos and the requested details to Jaci Cappel at sbslprepgrade6@gmail.com by Wednesday, February 5th.

Read More

What Is the Parish Pastoral Council and Who Can Serve On the Council? WHAT - All Baptized Catholics who are members of St. Boniface Parish are eligible to be nominated and selected to serve on the Parish Pastoral Council. WHEN - The council meets monthly with an agenda set by the pastor and the president of the council (current meetings are 3rd Monday of each month). WHERE - The council meetings are held in the RAC (Rectory Activity Center) or the St. Lawrence Church Hall WHY - The council provides servant leadership by representing the interests of al...

Read More

Everyone is encouraged to experience the spiritual beauty of Eucharistic Adoration which is open to all on Monday evenings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The greatest gift God gives us is himself, and Adoration is another way for us to recognize that gift outside of receiving the Eucharist at Mass. Come pray in silence in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament. No signup or reservation is needed. “The time you spend with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament is the best time that you will spend on earth. Each moment that you spend with Jesus will deepen your union with Him and make y...

Read More

** Episode 2: Tuesday February 11 at 2 p.m. | **Tuesday, February 11 at 7 p.m.**New Time All are invited to experience Bishop Barron with Brian Haas at the St. Lawrence church hall. Gather together to watch episodes of a video series focused on the Eucharist. Each episode will be offered twice. Watch for more episodes coming in March!

Read More

Adult Faith Formation

Interested in history? Join us for one of these informative talks with Jack Houston: Vatican II and the Church in the Modern Era January 21 at 2 p.m. | January 22 at 7 p.m. Popes of the 20th Century January 28 at 2 p.m. | January 29 at 7 p.m. History of the Diocese of Scranton February 18 at 2 p.m. | February 19 at 7 p.m. History of St. Boniface Church February 25 at 2 p.m. | February 26 at 7 p.m. All programs will be held at the St. Lawrence church hall. 

Read More

Adult Faith Formation

The Annual St. Boniface Purse Bingo will be held on Saturday, February 1, in the St. Boniface School Gym on Franklin Street. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. with early bird bingo starting at 12:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $25 for 20 regular games of bingo or $30 at the door. The event includes specials, a chance auction, and food available for purchase. Beat the winter blues! Bring a friend and enjoy a day of fun!

Read More

Let’s create a warm and welcoming community together! Would you be willing to serve as a “Greeter” at a weekend Mass once every 4–6 weeks? All it takes is a friendly smile and a welcoming word to fellow parishioners and visitors. Please consider volunteering for this important ministry. For more information, contact: Dianne Fisher at 570-322-3278 Sue Lingg at 570-337-5303 Gloria O’Connell at 570-220-1895 Sharon Thompson at 570-326-3295 Your presence makes a difference!

Read More

I couldn’t help noticing during the General Intercessions that there seemed to be a lot going on this past week. The Martin Luther King holiday. The Inauguration. The Day of Prayer and Fasting for the Protection of Unborn Life. The Octave of Prayer for Christian Unity. On top of it all, we continued to pray for vocations, for the sick and suffering, for people impacted by the California wildfires. As far as prayer goes, we had a great deal on our plate this past week. For those of you at the Saturday evening Masses, you’ll notice another wrinkle in our prayer...

Read More

The Masses on Wednesday, January 29 at 7 a.m. at  Divine Providence Hospital Chapel and Thursday, January 30 at 8 a.m. at St. Boniface have been cancelled this week. Other area Masses to consider: St. Ann's: Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 a.m. Our Lady of Lourdes: Wednesday at 9 a.m. Resurrection: Wednesday and Thursday at 9 a.m. SJRNA Mass: Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface St. Joseph the Worker: Wednesday in the Holy Family Chapel at 8 a.m. and Thursday at 12:10 p.m. in the church

Read More

Join Us for the St Lawrence Pancake Breakfast this Sunday!  Sunday January 26 8:00AM - 12:30PM at St Lawrence Church Hall 800 W Central Ave South Williamsport. Delicious Fluffy Pancakes, Sausages, Eggs, Scrapple, Applesauce, Coffee, OJ, and Tasty Treat! $10 per Adult and under 12 FREE.

Read More

Pancake, Breakfast

The 2024 tax statements will be automatically sent (by email) on January 21st. If you do not have an email registered with us, please get in touch with the office so that we may update your family information. If you choose not to receive the statement by email, please contact the office after 1/20/2024. If you use our online giving, your email is already entered.

Read More

If you listen carefully to the prayers in today’s Mass, you’ll notice a focus on the Church’s unity. (Actually, you might first notice that they don’t exactly line up with the prayers given in publications like The Word Among Us and Magnificat.) This week each year the Church— along with other Christian communities, Orthodox and Protestant—invites us to pray that Christ’s believers might grow to be one as he so deeply desired—and himself so deeply prayed at the Last Supper. Let’s not forget that unity has always been ...

Read More

There will be a First Reconciliation and brunch on Saturday, January 18 at 10 a.m. at St. Lawrence Church.  Please pray for these students who will be receiving Jesus’ mercy and forgiveness for the first time in the Sacrament of Reconciliation: Korrie Bartholomew Julie Hedrick Hank Bauer Molly Kurtz Marina Bradley Lydia Leidhecker Carter Eknaian Lena Proffitt Emily Engel Violet Reid Leah Gregory Jack Vanaskie

Read More

Reconciliation

During the Church’s Evening Prayer on Epiphany, the liturgy proclaims: Three mysteries mark this holy day: Today the star leads the Magi to the infant Christ; Today water is changed into wine for the wedding feast; Today Christ wills to be baptized by John in the river Jordan to bring us salvation. Usually, we stop with the Magi. The crèche is complete: Mary and Joseph, ox and ass, shepherds with their flocks, magi with their gifts. While everyone might leave the stable—the Holy Family to Egypt, the shepherds telling glad tidings to the villagers, the Magi...

Read More

What Whisky Can Teach Us About Faith – Join us for an enjoyable evening of light hors d'oeuvres, door prizes, and plenty of fun on Friday, January 24, from 7-8:30 p.m. at the St. Boniface Rectory. Whether you're a whisky connoisseur or a newcomer, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for Scotch and the spirit it embodies. Tickets are $60, and only 24 spots are available. To reserve your place, email stboniface@comcast.net with 'whisky' in the subject line.

Read More

Join us on Sunday, January 12, at 2 p.m. at St. Boniface for selections from The Great American Songbook (American popular songs and jazz standards from the early 20th century). Soprano Bernadette Boerckel and pianist Gary Boerckel perform music from the 1890s to the 1940s...a golden era of American song. George Gershwin's I Got Rhythm and The Man I Love, Samuel Barber's Knoxville: Summer of 1915, and Aaron Copland's arrangements of Shall We Gather at the River and Zion's Walls ...and much more. Free admission. All welcome!

Read More

During the Church’s Evening Prayer on Epiphany, the liturgy proclaims: Three mysteries mark this holy day: Today the star leads the Magi to the infant Christ; Today water is changed into wine for the wedding feast; Today Christ wills to be baptized by John in the river Jordan to bring us salvation. Usually, we stop with the Magi. The crèche is complete: Mary and Joseph, ox and ass, shepherds with their flocks, magi with their gifts. While everyone might leave the stable—the Holy Family to Egypt, the shepherds telling glad tidings to the villagers, the M...

Read More

Parishioners are invited to join our parish community in creating "2025 Daily Lenten Reflections" to be shared from Ash Wednesday through Easter Sunday. In connection with the Jubilee Year theme "Pilgrims of Hope," we invite interested parishioners to write a short reflection based on the daily Mass readings. Reflections will be made available during the Lenten season on the parish website and Facebook page, along with printed copies for others to read and reflect upon. Please contact Jack Houston at 570-326-4637 or email jhouston8@fordham.edu if you wou...

Read More