Do We Know How To Listen?

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Are you obedient? Let’s face it: most of us probably cringe at that word, “obedient.” We might become defensive, asking, “Obedient to whom?”  It conjures up images of being submissive, being subject to somebody—and that is not at all popular in our autonomous society. No, obedience certainly isn’t in vogue. But what if the question were … Read more

“Sir, we wish to see Jesus.”

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The opener to this week’s Gospel is great: “some Greeks” come to Andrew and say, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” It is a powerful verse, simple and yet so full of complexities, that it is also engraved on a brass plate on the inside of our pulpit at Saint Miriam. Why? Because we want … Read more

Imaginative Prayer.

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. Imagine. Did you every try to imagine a scene in your mind: maybe you stir up a view of your “happy place” when you can’t be there, trying to conjure up for yourself the peace and joy that place brings you? Or maybe you bring to mind a particularly special time from the past … Read more

Lenten Poor.

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Poverty comes in many forms. It isn’t just financial. Trust me, as a priest I find that some of the poorest people I’ve met in my journey have had the largest bank accounts and the weakest spirituality. The love of things that will pass often drive people to insanity as they chase the elusive dream of happiness … Read more

Celebrate 2024 Holy Week at Saint Miriam

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Palm Sunday Sunday, March 24th, 2024 – Regular Mass times with 7:30am Blessing of Palms and Palm Procession with Donkey at 9:30am Holy Thursday Thursday, March 28th – at 6:30pm Good Friday Friday, March 29th – at 3:00pm The Great Vigil of Easter Saturday, March 30th, 2024 – at 8:00pm Easter Sunday, The Resurrection of … Read more

2024 Valentine’s Day Basket Raffle

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This year we are offering two special Valentine’s Day Baskets!  Proceeds from both baskets benefit the school athletic program’s equipment including: a spring board; balls; balance beam; wedge; and wagon! $5/ Ticket or 3 for $10!Tickets are good for both baskets. Bid on your favorite or both!

Eyes On Jesus – Lent 2024

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Lent is a 40-day season of prayer, fasting and almsgiving that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Thursday. It’s a period of preparation to celebrate the Lord’s Resurrection at Easter. During Lent, we seek to Lord in prayer; we serve by giving to the church to support her mission; and we … Read more

The Way of Sorrows to the Cross: Stations of Peter – Thursday, March 7th

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This creative liturgy invites you to walk “the way of sorrows” to the cross, but through the eyes and experiences of one of Jesus’ closest disciples, Peter! As a nod to the “Stations of the Cross,” this liturgy highlights Peter’s role in the crucifixion narrative and entwines spoken word, prayer, congregation participation, reflection and music … Read more

Church Organist Position Needed

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We are looking for an accompanist/organist for our parish community. The position would require fluidity between organ and piano and a monthly rehearsal for the music team. The position provides music for (2) of our Sunday Masses each week, as we as the occasional wedding and funeral. This position works with our Cantors and reports … Read more

God’s Work. Our Hands.

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Every day we realize that God’s Grace is abundant. We also know that the work of our hands help heal others. At Saint Miriam, we use our hands and feet to do good work. Like welcoming children to our school with scholarships to provide quality educational opportunities. Healing those experiencing homeless. As well as welcoming … Read more

Becoming “Gardeners” for God Again!

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The world has changed so profoundly since the pandemic and we must ask, “is there Christianity after Religion?” At Saint Miriam, we aren’t scared of change and are willing to become what God wants, and what people need! So, this year, we have chosen a theme to build us into a stronger community and help … Read more

Anything BUT Ordinary!

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On my way to the parish this morning I saw a Christmas Tree on the back of an old pickup truck. I know, you probably saw many, too, over the past few weeks, but since this is almost mid-January, I knew in my heart it was being discarded, not being brought on a journey home … Read more