ORLANDO | The faithful of Polk, Osceola, and Seminole counties who feel called to serve can join three new St. Vincent de Paul conferences ready to love their neighbor as urged by God. The three conferences launched over the past year are eager to continue ministering to those in need. Trace Trylko, St. Vincent de … Continue reading “Vincentians heed call to ‘love thy neighbor’”
“Since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us rid ourselves of every burden and thing that clings to us and persevere in running the race that lies before us while keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus” (Hebrews 12:1,2). My Sisters and Brothers in Christ: There is an advertisement which we … Continue reading “Bishop’s Letter: What’s in your heart?”
The root meaning of the term “apostle” is “to be sent”. In a technical sense, it applies to the 12 closest followers of Jesus whom He sent out into the world to preach the Good News of salvation. That mission has been handed onto their successors, our modern-day bishops. In a strict sense, the term … Continue reading “Catholic Culture: Apostle or Disciple?”
ORLANDO | During the pandemic, Jackie Lucas lost her job followed by a difficult recovery from COVID-19. She and her three children traveled nearly 80 miles round trip from Clermont to receive diapers and baby wipes at St. Joseph Parish in Orlando, Aug. 6. “It’s worth it,” Lucas said. “It doesn’t matter what the gas … Continue reading “Drive-by blessings”
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