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Feast Day: May 11 - Pentecost |
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History: The Feast of Pentecost is a Christian feast that dates back to the first century. It is also called “Whitsunday” after the white garments worn by those receiving baptism during the vigil. During Pentecost, our priests wear red vestments. Red is used as a symbol of Love. The Holy Spirit came upon the Apostles fifty days after the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. He gave the Apostles the glorious gift known as the Holy Spirit. They now felt stronger and did not feel alone.
Today: Pentecost occurs when the seven weeks of Easter has come to an end. An outpouring of the Holy Spirit is a true celebration. Many traditions of the past have all but faded away, or have gone completely, such as baking the traditional Pentecost cake with red and white frosting, the displaying of one dozen roses (representing the twelve apostles and the twelve fruits of the Holy Spirit), or simply lighting twelve candles. Let us remember that as Catholics we are baptized in the name of the Holy Spirit as well as the Father, and the Son. When we attend Mass on Pentecost let us reflect on the red flame that glows within each of us. Then we shall explore more deeply the Holy Spirit’s role in the church. |
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Vacation Bible School 2008: Power Lab - Discovering Jesus' Miraculous Powers |
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Welcome to SMIP's 2008 Vacation Bible School which is "fizzing with fun for kids, teenagers and adults." Kids will experience and take part in amazing Bible adventures, Daily Challenges that encourage them to apply Bible truths everyday life. This year's VBS will run from July 21st to July 25th from 9:00 AM to Noon.
Standard fee is $25 for 1 child, $45 for 2 children or $60 for 3 or more children. There is a discounted fee ($15.00 off) for “Full-Week” VBS Volunteers (Mon-Fri 9 - 12 Noon). Ensure that your Adult Volunteer Form as been submitted in order to obtain the fee of $10 for 1 child, $30 for 2 children and $45 for 3 or more children. Click on read more for Registration Information. |
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Introducing SMIP Widgets! |
Do you want quick access to SMIP news or podcasts on your desktop? Do you use social networking sites like MySpace or Facebook? Do you use iGoogle? Do you blog on LiveJournal, Typepad or Wordpress? If so and you want to be able to get everything in one place, then these widgets are for you. In addition to offering standard RSS syndication, you can install the widget on your desktop or add a badge to the other sites.
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Holy Mass ~ Healing Service
Saturday, May 31, 10:00 AM St. Mary Immaculate Church
Fr. Aniello Salicone of the Xaverian Missionaries will celebrate Holy Mass followed by a Healing Service on May 31st at 10:00 AM. Fr. Salicone began his healing ministry in 1995 following an extraordinary experience of God’s love for each person. He has celebrated healing masses in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Illinois, Florida, Missouri, Michigan, North Carolina, Georgia, Wisconsin, Ohio and Italy. |
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