Happy Lent! On this Fourth Sunday of Lent we hear the familiar story of the healing of the man who had been born blind. We continue to pray as we journey through Lent to conquer the darkness of our lives and world and rejoice in God’s marvelous light!
The Light certainly shined here at Holy Cross last Sunday as we celebrated the First Holy Cross Lenten Family Day. The day was enjoyed by all 100+ parishioners who attended. The day was filled with Lenten Joy as the youth made beautiful Easter cards for the homebound and nursing home residents and cookies for the local Meals on Wheels. We all enjoyed a wonderful variety of chili for dinner. Thanks to the 16 families who provided the chili. A special "thank you" to all who participated and to all who made the day a wonderful experience.
We pray today that the Light of Christ may continue to lead our Catechumen, Alan and our Candidates, Sara, Tim and Bill as they continue their journey through Lent preparing for the celebration of the sacraments at the Easter Vigil. Alan, Sara, Bill and Tim, be assured of our prayers.
The light will certainly shine next Sunday at the Diocesan Youth Celebration with Jesse Manibusan. Youth in grades 8-12 can still register for the day’s events (or even part of the day) by Wednesday, April 6 by calling or e-mailing me.
Finally, it is good to see the light shining on the Pittsburgh Penguins as they enter the playoffs. Let us pray the light will finally shine on the Buccos (Pittsburgh Pirates) as they begin the season this Thursday.
