From The Pastor’s Desk

LENTEN PRACTICES: PRAYER, FASTING AND ALMSGIVING

March 3, 2026

The word Lent, from the Anglo-Saxon lenctenI, means spring, and is a time when we grow in the love of Christ in our hearts as we journey towards Easter.  In…

Why did we remove the second Ambo? (Also referred to as a Podium)

February 24, 2026

The ambo is the symbol of the presence of the Word of God in the Church just as the altar is the symbol of the Sacrament of the Eucharist. The…

Why did we move our National & Papal flags from the sanctuary at OLQP?

February 17, 2026

  The origin of the display of the American flag in many parishes in the United States appears to have its origins in the offering of prayers for those who…

Ash Wednesday (Part – 2)

February 10, 2026

What do the ashes mean? The ashes, applied in the shape of a cross, are a symbol of penance, mourning and mortality. There aren’t any particular rules about how long…

Ash Wednesday (Part -1)

February 3, 2026

Ash Wednesday (Part -1) February 18 is Ash Wednesday, which kicks off the first day of Lent and signals the approach of Easter. Here are certain things to know about…

Why did we move the tabernacle to the center at OLQP?

January 27, 2026

Why did we move the tabernacle to the center at OLQP? The reason for the Tabernacle being moved was due to its location. It was placed by two doors, close…

Building a Future of Faith and Excellence Catholic Schools Week 2026: Shaping Hearts and Minds

January 20, 2026

Mark your calendars for Catholic Schools Week 2026, our annual celebration of faith-filled education, from Sunday, January 25th, through Saturday, January 31st! Our Diocese comes together as a community to…

Discover the Difference of Catholic Education! Experience the Advantages of a Catholic School!

January 14, 2026

As we approach Catholic Schools Week 2026 (January 25 – 31), we warmly invite you to discover the unique and transformative advantages of a Catholic education. Our 14 Catholic Schools…

Celebrating Excellence in Education Catholic Schools Week 2026: Rooted in Faith, Focused on the Future!

January 6, 2026

Join us in celebrating Catholic Schools Week 2026, running from Sunday, January 25th, through Saturday, January 31st. This is a special time dedicated to honoring the outstanding education provided by…

ARE WE WALKING IN THE TRUTH?

January 1, 2026

ARE WE WALKING IN THE TRUTH? Dear brothers and sisters, this Sunday we remember the Magi who came from faraway lands to worship the baby Jesus. They came guided by…