Reflections on Sunday’s Mass: February 14, 2010

Posted Sat, 01/30/2010 - 21:01 by glmarvin

This Sunday is the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time. In the beatitudes we find the contradictory hope of the Jesus, who seems to say “your hope is in your poverty, your hunger, your grief… your hope is in the suffering you face…” Both Jeremiah and Paul express the tension of this contradictory hope that pulls us beyond our limited human view. In our own lives, where is the pull to hope, a hope that contradicts all that appears hopeless?

Our readings for this weekend are:

Lent begins this week with our celebration of Ash Wednesday (February 17).

Haiti: From Charity to Justice

Posted Fri, 02/05/2010 - 02:00

A young Haitian boy, dazed and covered in dust, sits in shock after the earthquake.

Letter to Secretary of State Hillary Clinton

The suffering of the Haitian people continues to touch our hearts. We still receive contributions that will be forwarded to Catholic Relief Services for the immediate alleviation of that suffering...but in the aftermath, we begin to question. Why have these people been so crushed by poverty? What will really make a difference in their future? For a thought-provoking response, consider this letter written on behalf of the US Catholic Bishops, addressed to Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and other officials. It calls for a systemic change through debt relief, trade preferences and other means of international assistance. We’ll be watching for other responses that could help us to deepen our understanding of the causes of poverty in Haiti and beyond.  

Meet Representative Ron Crimm at Epiphany

Posted Wed, 02/03/2010 - 02:00

WHAT: Rep. Ron Crimm visits Epiphany
WHEN: Friday, Feb. 12, 1:30pm
WHERE: Library, Epiphany Community Center

Faithful Citizens, Please mark your calendars for February 12 meeting with Rep. Ron Crimm. Ron will give us an update on legislative actions in Frankfort during the current session. The meeting will be at 1:30 PM in library in Community Center. Join us if you can!

"I Love Mountain Day" coming February 11, 2010

Posted Wed, 02/03/2010 - 02:00

Mark your calendars - "I Love Mountain Day" is Thursday, February 11th.

As in previous years we will assemble at the bridge and walk to the Capitol Building (Frankfort, KY). There will be speakers and we hope to meet with some of our elected officials concerning the damage caused by mountain top removal, particularly streams. Carpooling sign-ups will be the weekend of February 6th & 7th.

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Obituary for Tina Bell

Posted Mon, 02/01/2010 - 14:32

Tina BellChristine Roberta “Tina” (Canning) Bell of Louisville, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 30, 2010 after a valiant five-year struggle with a cancerous brain tumor.

Born in Cincinnati on May 26, 1942, the oldest of nine loving sisters and brothers, she graduated from Mother of Mercy High School.

After working at AT&T in Cincinnati in the early 60s, she began her most fulfilling career as a wonderful wife and homemaker. Affectionately called Tina, she was known for her warm, friendly, infectious smile and fun-loving personality. For a short time, she was part owner of Eastwood market and a lady’s clothing distributor.

An Exchange of Heart: A Friendship Mission

Posted Mon, 02/01/2010 - 02:00

On Saturday, February 6th (10:00 AM-noon) in our Community Center, we will offer children Grades 3 through 8 and their parents the opportunity to have an experience of solidarity with our friends in Honduras and an opportunity for artistic expression for Epiphany’s children. This effort is being co-sponsored by Social Responsibility and Family/Children’s Formation.

 

Obituary for Cheryl Ann Glassner

Posted Fri, 01/29/2010 - 08:31

Cheryl Ann Glassner, 57, peacefully joined her heavenly Father Monday, January 25, 2010 in the sunshine of Cape Canaveral, Florida.

A native of Louisville, Cheryl was an Ordained Minister with the New Hope Kuldean Church, a Spiritual Life Coach and Motivational Speaker offering her Light wherever it was needed. Cheryl, a colorful, creative Angel from God, dedicated her life to uplifting spirits and inspiring others. She thoroughly enjoyed life and her joy was magnetic.

Epiphany’s Glass Labyrinth designed by Sr. Larraine

Posted Fri, 01/29/2010 - 02:00

This article originally appeared in the January 2010 issue of The Epigram.

God’s Timing . . . . Not Ours

by Mary Bratton

How many times have I wished for something to happen on my time schedule, and then disappointedly felt MY wishes had been ignored by my heavenly Father!!

The labyrinths that we have at Epiphany both were affected by that way of thinking, bringing them to creation in our church. As the story goes, back in 1997, Lisa Scherer and her husband Bob celebrated their anniversary by visiting San Francisco. Prior to their visit, they were introduced to the labyrinth by Sr. Josette. Lisa and Bob walked one at Grace Cathedral. The Cathedral had one inside and one outside. Lisa can remember passing her husband on the labyrinth, as she was praying, wondering what her husband was thinking as he passed her praying his own individual prayer. She knew he had cancer. She wondered where God would take the two of them, as they travelled their life paths. The next two years had lots of trials, lots of prayers, and then God took Bob to his eternal home.

Epiphany Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Scouting USA

Posted Fri, 01/29/2010 - 02:00

This is the 100th anniversary of Scouting in the United States!

We will be celebrating SCOUTS on February 7 at the 9:00 AM liturgy, and Epiphany’s Troop 71 will be serving in many of the liturgical ministries.  All scouts and adult leaders are invited to attend, sit together and participate in the opening and closing processions.

Register now for Catholics @ the Capitol in 2010

Posted Wed, 01/27/2010 - 02:00

Register online for Catholics @ the Capitol, February 22 and 23, 2010: Take Action!

The Catholic Conference of Kentucky invites you to join other Catholics at the Good Shepherd Catholic Church Parish Life Center, 1050 Leestown Road in Frankfort on February 22nd and 23rd for Catholics @ The Capitol.

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