“We do not want… a church that will move with the world. We want a church that moves the world.” G.K. Chesterton Every year the church tries to focus us with a theme that will enlighten, encourage, and serve as a compass and companion for the new liturgical year. This year, Saint Miriam has chosen … Read more
800th Anniversary of the Transitus of St. Francis Join us on October 4th at Saint Miriam Parish to participate in this historic pilgrimage and receive a plenary indulgence. The Blessing of the Animals! will take place on Sunday, October 4th after all Masses. Bring all creatures great and small! The blessing will be inside and … Read more
We are pleased to welcome back Sunday Food & Fellowship after Mass on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month with food and refreshments. Also, please feel free to visit after all Masses, each week, and enjoy a cup of coffee or juice from the refrigerator. Take some time to meet parishioners and staff … Read more
Hello from Assisi! The first stop on our pilgrimage to the sites of Saint Francis and Clare is the birthplace of Saint Francis. Francis, born in in 1181, lived a rather charmed life due to his father Pietro’s successful business as a silk merchant. In fact, Francis’ mother Pica, had her son baptized when Pietro … Read more
Every First Friday of the month we offer an interactive, simple child-driven service in our parish’s sanctuary to allow students to engage in our Christian heritage and learn concepts that promote care for one another, and the good things that knit us together as a common humanity. There are no doctrinal discussions or attempts at … Read more
Dear Friends, This Sunday, Jesus once again gives us one of the most challenging teachings in the Gospel: forgive, and do not keep count. Peter asks Jesus how many times he must forgive someone who hurts him. Seven times seems generous. But Jesus responds, “Not seven times, but seventy-seven times.” Jesus isn’t giving Peter a bigger number … Read more
Our Sanctuary arrangement has been updated after our clergy agreed on a design, and I want to share a little of the thinking behind these moves, as some have expressed some concern. First, I recognize that change in a sacred space can take some getting used to! Our Sanctuary is deeply familiar to many of us, and different … Read more
[Editors Note: Saint Miriam has the wonderful blessing of a seated Diocesan Bishop serving as our Pastor. During the predominate portion of the year, ‘Monsignor Jim’ serves under his this title and remains a Franciscan priest, but when the need arrives for him to exercise his Office as a Bishop Ordinary, the liturgical practices of … Read more
Is There Room Left In Your Heart? Join us as we gather in person at Saint Miriam Parish and virtually via Zoom to learn about Centering Prayer and Contemplation on Wednesdays at 6:30pm via Zoom. Interested? Contact Us Here or using the form below. Times and dates will be sent after confirmation of interest.
Dear Friends, One of the dangers of faith is that, over time, we can begin to think we’ve figured God out. We become comfortable with our understanding of who God is, how God works, and even who belongs in God’s family. This Sunday’s readings gently challenge that assumption. Again and again throughout Scripture, God surprises … Read more
In this Sunday’s Gospel from Matthew, the disciples find themselves caught in a storm. The wind is strong, the waves are high, and fear begins to overtake them. Then, amid the darkness, Jesus comes toward them walking on the water. Peter steps out of the boat in faith, but when he focuses on the wind … Read more
That’s the question I ask myself every time I confront scripture passages like those for this Sunday, August 2: “All you who are thirsty, come to the water! Come without paying and without cost” shouts out an exuberant Isaiah. “You open your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing,” the psalmist sings. “Nothing will be able … Read more
My Dear Friends, What do you value most in life? If God appeared to you tonight, as he did to Solomon, and said, “Ask something of me and I will give it to you,” what would you ask for? In the first reading for this Sunday, Solomon is given that opportunity. He could have asked … Read more
From Our Fellow Parishioner! [Pastor Note: I was approached by a parishioner to share what we have done in her life, and the life of her family. Below is her new blog, Rainbow & Rosaries, that features us! Please take the time to go to the link. It is well worth the read! Thank you, … Read more
All our welcome to join us on Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 9:30am for the Ordination of Michael Ball to the Sacred Order of Deacon.
Dear Friends, If I am honest with myself, I am almost always afraid. I am afraid that my children will get hurt or worse. I am afraid that I will not be able to keep the parish and school going through the worst of times. I am afraid that I will not live long enough … Read more
Please come out and enjoy a donut and coffee on us in honor of Father’s Day! Friday, June 12at morning drop off starting at 7:30am until 9:30am
Human First Outreach Initiative, who cares for the unhoused every week of the year, is hosting a July 4th Celebration Cookout! We need your support! Please volunteer to help serve, or supply needed side dishes for a picniclunch! Saint Miriam will supply the brisket, ribs, burgers and hotdogs! Please RSVP using the form below and … Read more
Dear Friends, In this Feast of Corpus Christi, I wanted to share this reflection which a friend shared with me. For me, this says it all: The Eucharist should not display who has managed to look acceptable. It should reveal Christ feeding the hungry into holiness. You do not have to choose between reverence and … Read more
A small, passionate team of independent filmmakers working to expose and spotlight one of the most morally troubling systems in our country: the death penalty. Earlier this year, we released our 22-minute short film The Spiritual Advisor, which premiered on Rolling Stone and Documentary+ and reached thousands of viewers nationwide. The film has received strong … Read more
My Dear Friends, The Lord is Risen. He is Risen Indeed. Alleluia. Yes, Easter continues and our Alleluias continue to resound. Have you ever had a moment where something ended… and you just kind of stood there? Not sure what to do next…not ready to move… just… taking it all in. I remember walking through the Holocaust Museum in … Read more