That is all it literally costs! Why? Our ENTIRE outreach team is all-volunteer. From the chefs who create wonderful homemade meals … to the distributors … to those who assemble the support bags … to those who order supplies … to those who write grant applications … to the priests who oversee the program … … Read more
Healing Masses Have Returned! Join us on the Second Sunday of every Month at the 11AM Morning Mass for Healing and Prayer! This is a fully contemplative and prayerful Mass experience. Those in need will also receive the Anointing of the Sick. Our gathering begins with the celebration of the Eucarist and moves into a … Read more
My oldest came home from school and asked when we were going to put up our Christmas tree. (Apparently, a fellow student was talking about how her family already decorated and put up a tree.) A staff member asked when they could begin to decorate the halls (deck the halls?) for Christmas in our school. … Read more
Well, I did it. I finally met a family that I had to refuse membership at Saint Miriam. It has been 16 years as pastor now and I have never once rejected any membership request until now. In truth, I once had to explain to someone who was attending (and often under the influence of … Read more
Our Annual Silent Auction to benefit our school & outreach programs will begin soon! Starting on Sunday, November 12th before and after all masses, and ends after all masses on Sunday November 19th. All items will be on display throughout the main level of the parish for the silent bidding system and winners will be … Read more
This is your last chance to get a pumpkin and help fund scholarships for kids at the Saint Miriam School! All remaining pumpkins are Donation Only! Get them while they last!
This is a fundraiser you’d actually WANT to support! Shop for Candles, Totes, Gift Wrap, Water Bottles & More! The Women of Saint Miriam are holding a fundraiser from Boon Supply from now until early November. Just in time for the holidays, shop for eco-friendly products for the home, gourmet treats, reusable bags and more! … Read more
Join us during the First Week of Advent on Friday December 8th for our Annual Christmas Concert At 7:00PM at Saint Miriam, as we begin to look a lot like Christmas we will have our Christmas decor up, Chocolates and Desserts, Light Refreshments and our Annual Christmas Concert! The artists we will be featuring are:
This coming Sunday is the anniversary for my ordination of becoming a deacon. There have been a lot of years since that day and so much has happened that as I sit and reflect. I can remember so much good, and there’s been some bad; there’s been a lot of unexpected experiences, and yes, sadly, … Read more
It’s a Scarecrow Contest! Prices and more will take place at the Annual Halloween Parade for our wonderful school of Saint Miriam School on Oct 30th (Rain date is Oct 31!) Get your entries in by October 29th so we can set them up and HAVE SOME HALLOWEEN FUN! Email us at JoinUs(at)mySaintMiriam.org to let … Read more
Don’t miss out on this safe and fun way to help the kiddos show off their costumes and get that Halloween candy! This event will take place in Saint Miriam’s parking lot on Saturday, October 21st from 3pm to 5pm. Costumes are encouraged, and we’d love to see some (tastefully) decked out Halloween trunks. $5 … Read more
It is no secret that we lost parishioners since the pandemic. We are about 40% lighter than prior. It is a miracle we are still here when over 4500 churches closed during the pandemic. This rapidly accelerating trend is reshaping the religious landscape in the United States and us here at home. And, it should … Read more
Saint Miriam Parish & School are participating in World Drawing God Day How do you see God? Inspired by the Drawing God children’s book, join friends in faith from around the world for the fifth annual World Drawing God Day on November 8th. Please be sure to drop of completed drawings in person so we … Read more
It’s almost ironic that just a week ago in my last blog to the parish I spoke about the need for peace. I spoke about my own experience as a pastor and as a priest and how all I want is peace. I also spoke how elusive peace can be in a world that doesn’t … Read more
All I Want is Peace. I was asked the other day how I was doing. I told my therapist, “All is want is peace.” Then, I began to cry. It isn’t easy being a pastor today. It certainly isn’t made an easier by the concerns over COVID and returning after a 3-year pandemic. It isn’t … Read more
[Editor’s Note: Father Liam is away in Assisi, Italy on an extended pilgrimage retreat. This is his reflection.. We are grateful for his sharing.] Today we walked with our retreatants/pilgrims/seekers to the Santuario della Spogliazione—which means stripping or undressing. This is the bishop’s residence and courtyard where Francis’ father brought Francis before the bishop to … Read more
I know, right? When was the last time the church, or a priest, or anyone for that matter, said those words? There really isn’t enough of us taking ownership of our own mistakes. So, let me be the first: I was wrong; WE were wrong! We noted the drop in attendance and sat and pondered why? … Read more
Faith, Doubt, Change and the Christian Church An Online Gathering with Brian McLaren The pandemic and extreme politics have changed us, and it certainly changed the church and those who attend. Now we have more doubt and pain and many questions. – Is God speaking? – Is God changing the Church and religion as we … Read more
Socks and Stickers! We have an exciting announcement that we hope will inspire you to make a positive impact! Starting September 18th, we are kicking off our Sock and Sticker Fundraiser to support our outreach program and student scholarships. This is your chance to shop faith-inspired goodies, including Sock Religious socks and faith-inspired stickers, and … Read more
Get Your Heart Health Checked on Thursday, November 2nd, 2023 This safe, painless and non-invasive preventative health screening will be here at Saint Miriam on Thursday, November 2nd, 2023. These screenings are not typically a part of routine physicals and will check for: Cartid Artery Disease An ultrasound is performed to screen the carotid arteries … Read more