Catholics Debate Notre Dame's Invitation to Pres. Obama

The University of Notre Dame invited President Obama to speak at their commencement ceremony this year, quite an honor. Given the president's stated positions on issues of life and the protection of the unborn with regard to abortion and embryonic stem cell research, which stand in direct opposition to Catholic teaching on the subjects, this invitation has Catholics around the country debating whether Notre Dame should have made the invitation or not.

Today in the Chicago Tribune, two prominent Catholics, Doug Kmiec and George Weigel, debated the subject.

Men's Retreat

The annual St Denis Men's Retreat is happening March 20th-22nd.  The retreat is run by the Passionists at Mater Dolorosa in the foothills of Sierra Madre.  It is a beautiful retreat center, perfect for meditation and relaxation.  The food is 5-star, too.

The theme of the retreat this year is "Everyday Saints," focusing on saints "in our midst," possibly even you and me! The sessions will be informative and interactive, as always.  All the men of our parish are invited to attend.

If you would like to attend this year's retreat or just have questions, please call Michael Kellogg at 909-860-1332.  We have a limited number of openings available, so call as soon as possible to secure your spot.

The Vatican Channel

The Vatican has established a new channel on YouTube, dedicated to Pope Benedict's activities and events.  Here is the link in case you would like to subscribe or view the new videos:  http://www.youtube.com/vatican

Beautiful Parish

Hi, my name is Denis

I have visited your Parish not too long ago. I must say it is a beautiful Parish and I am deeply honoured to be named after such a great saint. I do have a little concern though. How come you do not have a cross on your Parish? Is it not required that all Church's and Parish's have a cross on their Buildings?

Thanks

D.L

hello father dennis,

I have recently heard about the 3rd secret of fatima and am very confused about what will happen. Can you please explain? I also am nervous father about 3rd secret even though I have much faith. Even if I'm only age 12, I would like to hear an adult explanation. Thank you and god bless.

- Denise Castillo

Question on mass times

Hi!
I will be in your area next weekend. I was looking for your mass times and is a little confused. I know the 5:30pm vigil as listed below is on Saturday.

But is the 6:30, 7:30 and 9:00 also on Sat? And 10:30 am is the first mass on Sunday?

Sundays: 5:30pm (Vigil), 6:30, 7:30, 9:00, 10:30am, 12:00, 1:30 & 5:30pm

Thanks.

Long Che Chan

Vote For Life

CatholicVote.com posted a beautiful 3-minute video highlighting Catholics in American history and encouraging them to vote for a culture of life.