Summer Lecture Series 2010

Scripture Series

The Book of Revelation

With Fr. Anthony Giambrone, OP

The Book of Revelation is considered by most scholars one of the last books of the Bible written.  It is Apocalyptic -- presenting world-ending images of war, destruction, and suffering.  Especially in modern times, the visionary approach of the Apostle John has led to significant misunderstandings and misinterpretations.  Over a series of weeks, Fr. Anthony will provide an in-depth analysis of this final book of the Bible, looking especially at the prophecies of the Old Testament as an aid to understanding its meaning.

His talks will be July 20 and 27 and August 3 and 10 at 7pm in Rosary Hall.

Fr. Anthony offered a very popular series of talks on Scripture last summer.  Don't miss this Summer's Scripture presentations.

These talks are being recorded and will be available on DVD.  Details to Come!

Memorial Day Holiday

The parish offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day, Monday, May 31. On that day there will be only one daily mass at 9:00am. (There will be no 8:05am or Noon Mass on that day.)  Please pray for the souls of all those who have died in service to our nation.

Important Message from Bishop Campbell:

Because of the confusion that has been expressed among the faithful regarding the health care reform legislation that is being considered by Congress, particularly related with the recent statement by the Catholic Healthcare Association and certain leadership groups of women religious, Bishop Campbell has asked that the attached be made available to the faithful of each parish by at least posting it on the parish website.

The PDF attachment contains to letters from our Bishops, and can be accessed here:   Health Care and Life for All & The Cost is Too High.

In addition, the statement by Cardinal George can also be seen at http://www.usccb.org/comm/archives/2010/10-043.shtm. The statement by Bishop Murphy, Cardinal DiNardo and Bishop Wester can also be seen at http://www.usccb.org/comm/health-care-life-all.shtml.

Bishop Campbell’s previously recorded comments on health care reform in audio form can be heard by linking to http://www.stgabrielradio.com/ and clicking on the healthcare button.

Here is the schedule for events during Holy Week at St. Thomas in 2010:

Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of Holy Week:

• Confessions each evening at 7:00 PM
  *NOTE:  There will be no time set aside for confessions during the Triduum. 

Holy Thursday:

• Mass of the Lord’s Supper – 7:00 PM

• Solemn adoration of the Holy Eucharist -- After Mass until Midnight (old Convent Chapel)

• Compline (Night Prayer) – 11:45 PM at the Altar of Repose (old Convent Chapel)

Good Friday:

• Morning Prayer with the Fathers in the church – 9:00 AM

• Stations of the Cross – Noon

• Veneration of the Cross – 3:00 PM

Holy Saturday:

• Morning Prayer with the Fathers in the church – 9:00 AM

• Easter Vigil – 9:00 PM (4 received into full communion, 2 Baptisms)
  *No Communion can be given before the Vigil except for Viaticum
  **Please join us for a light reception after the Easter Vigil.

Easter Sunday:

• Masses at 7:00, 9:00, & 10:30 AM
  *There will be NO coffee and donuts after the 9:00 or 10:30 Masses on Easter Sunday