It doesn’t get said enough – you can make a huge impact on climate change just by reducing your weekly meat consumption. According to a study released in 2020 by University of Michigan and Tulane University researchers, replacing just half of the animal foods in Americans’ diets with plant-based alternatives would get the U.S. 24 [...]
Mass with Pope Francis and the Jesuits On Saturday, March 12th, the Jesuits celebrate the 400th anniversary of the canonizations of St. Ignatius Loyola and St. Francis Xavier. Join Pope Francis via live stream here at 11am EST as he celebrates the eucharist at Gesu Church in Rome. Novena of Grace Those with life-long Jesuit [...]
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Fr. Gary recommends checking out the introductory webpages of the programs below, and then trying a couple of the programs that appeal to you. Stick with the one that seems to be most helpful. From Ignatian Solidarity Network, “Harden Not Your Hearts: A Lenten Journey in Holy Frustration.” A daily series delivered to your inbox, [...]
Ss. Peter and Paul is collecting women's hygiene products during Lent to assist service centers like the Pope Francis Center and the Capuchin Soup Kitchen in their service to women in need. Collection baskets are in the back of church on the table. Some suggestions include: Pads Tampons Toothbrush/Toothpaste Hairbrush/Comb Deodorant Cleansing wipes Shampoo/Conditioner Lotion [...]
