KNOWING YOUR BAPTISM DAY
Dear Parishioners,
This week at his General Audience, Pope Francis spoke about Baptism. His words are a wonderful reminder to us as Maronites in this Season of the Epiphany. Speaking about Baptism he explained;
"It is not a mere formality. It's an act that touches our very existence deeply. It is not the same having a child baptized, than not having the child baptized. It is not the same. It is not the same having a person baptized, than not having a person baptized.”
He also explained that knowing you Baptism day was as important as knowing your birthday;
"I allow myself to give you advice, more than advice, homework for today. When you get home, search and ask for the date of your Baptism. That way, you will be aware of that beautiful day when you were baptized. Will you do it? I don't sense any enthusiasm. Will you do it? Yes! Because you learn about a joyous occasion.”
Do you know your Baptism date? Do you know your children’s Baptism date? In this season of the Epiphany, why not take Pope Francis’ advice and search for the date of your Baptism and that of your family members. Put them in your calendar and remember to celebrate them this year, reliving that great day of joy and remember the Mystery of Baptism when you were clothed in the “robe of glory”, signed “with the seal of the living Holy Spirit” and called “to become spiritual children reborn through Baptism.”
Thank you Sr Rose-Therese and our prayers for her new appointment
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Sr Rose Therese for her work and efforts within the Parish especially in regards to the Divine Word Family and with counseling services. We keep her in our prayers and ask God to give her strength and perseverance as she leads the congregation of the MSHF at St Maroun’s, Dulwich Hill.
The late Fr James Stack.
We pray for Fr James Stack who suddenly passed away last Monday. He served Holy Family Parish with our many Maronites who lived in the area for over 30 years. The Vigil prayers and Rosary will be on Monday evening 7:30pm and the Funeral Mass 10:30am both at Holy Family Church, The Trongate in Granville
