• A Catholic History of the 20th Century - Presented By: Steve Weidenkopf

      A Catholic History of the 20th Century
      Revolution, Wars, The Council & the Future of the Church

      Saturday, June 1 from 9:00am to 4:00pm

      Presenter: Steve Weidenkopf (co-founder of EPIC)

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      There are many misconceptions about the Catholic Church in recent history,  such as the influence of Pope Pius XII during WWII, or the teachings of Vatican II.  The popes of the 20th Century and the Catholic Church were, and still are today, confronted with their greatest adversaries: secularism and modernism.  Come all day to this lecture series on the Catholic history of the 20th Century. Learn how our Catholic faith is being confronted in a secular society and how Vatican II, John Paul II, and Benedict XVI, provide the answers to questions about how we are to dialogue with others who live in a secular society as part of the New Evangelization.
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    • The Importance of Vatican II Today
      The Importance of Vatican II Today: How the Council Impacted the Church   
      Fr. Jonathan Wallis   will focus on the major documents, especially the four “constitutions,” of Vatican II.   He will explain how these and the other documents have affected the life of the Church and shaped its future.  In a relatively short time, Fr. Wallis has impressed many in the diocese for his wit and humility.  No one attending these presentations will be disappointed. Fr. Jonathan is an expert in liturgical art.  Last year he completed his licentiate degree in theology at the Gregorianum University in Rome. These series of four lectures are beginning on Monday, June 24 until Thursday, June 27, 2013 from 7pm to 9pm at St. Maria Goretti (Arlington). There is a $10.00 registration fee for the classes.
       

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    • Pastor Wish List
      Once again, the generosity of our parishioners is overwhelming.  Our pews are in dire need of refinishing and reupholstering.  Father Jim sent out a plea, and the parishioners responded.  The necessary funds have been donated.  We extend a sincere and heartfelt thank you to all who responded.  The project is scheduled for summer.
    • Special Prayers
      These are special prayers that can be prayed anytime or on special occasions.  The request to add these prayers comes through our Pastor, Father James Gigliotti.  

      On occasion the prayer will be shown as a news items for a short period.

      These prayers will be retained as PDF files under Ministries/Prayer Groups/Special Prayers or you can click on this link to see them at any time:

      http://smgparish.org/index.cfm?load=page&page=375

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    • Parish News
      • The Divine Will Community
        May 16, 2013
        The Divine Will Community follows the writings of Luisa Piccarreta, who received messages from Our Lord. The mission of the community is dedicated to the complete and total resignation to the Father's will, so as to become saints, "Thy will be done". All are welcome, as we learn to grow in the spirituality of the saints. Click link for more information
      • Pro-Life, Pro-Family Cell Phone Service
        Sienna, A Pro-Life, Pro-Family company that provides 5% of your monthly bill to your favorite Catholic or Pro-Life charity.
      • 20 Tips for Proper Etiquette In Mass
        Please take a minute or two to read the Article "20 Tips for Proper Etiquette In Mass" which contains some very sound points! Click to read all....
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    • Padre Pio Renovation
      Click on this link below to the Padre Pio Renovation web page to see the progress via pictures. 

      http://smgparish.org/index.cfm?load=page&page=354

      Thank you for your continued support!