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A Christmas Message from Fr. Pat

Dear Parishioners,

As we celebrate the birth of Christ, we remember that God draws close to us in love—entering our world to heal, to save, and to gather us into His Church. Christmas reveals that Christ is our hope, our peace, and the One who leads us into new life. Rooted in His living Word and nourished by the Sacraments, our mission at St. Paul is to renew the faith and hope of our parish family through prayer, fellowship, sacrificial love, and service.


This season is a beautiful time to come home to the Church—perhaps in a new way. If you have been away from the faith, if you desire to return, or if you feel God stirring something deeper in your heart, please know that you are welcome here. Christ longs for you, and so do we.


I also want to extend a special invitation to those who are not yet Catholic or who have not completed theirSacraments of Initiation. If you feel drawn toward the Catholic faith or want to take the next step in receiving Baptism, Confirmation, or Holy Communion, we are here to walk with you. Please reach out to our Director of Evangelization, Marisa McDonald, who will gladly guide you in your journey toward full communion with the Church.


As disciples, we strive to live with JOY—Jesus, Others, Yourself. When you share your gifts through our parish apostolates and ministries, you help Christ’s love take root in our community and strengthen the Body of Christ.

May the peace and light of Christ fill your hearts and homes this Christmas, and may the Lord lead each of us to deeper faith, renewed joy, and a generous spirit of discipleship.


Fr. Pat


Queridos Feligreses,


Al celebrar el nacimiento de Cristo, recordamos que Dios se acerca a nosotros con amor—entrando en nuestro mundo para sanar, salvar y reunirnos en Su Iglesia. La Navidad revela que Cristo es nuestra esperanza, nuestra paz y Aquel que nos guía hacia una vida nueva. Enraizados en Su Palabra viva y alimentados por losSacramentos, nuestra misión en San Pablo es renovar la fe y la esperanza de nuestra familia parroquial mediante la oración, la fraternidad, el amor sacrificial y el servicio.


Esta temporada es un momento hermoso para volver a casa a la Iglesia—quizás de una manera nueva. Si has estado alejado de la fe, si deseas regresar, o si sientes que Dios está despertando algo más profundo en tu corazón, por favor, recuerda que eres bienvenido aquí. Cristo te anhela, y nosotros también.


También quiero extender una invitación especial a quienes aún no son católicos o no han completado sus Sacramentos de Iniciación. Si te sientes llamado a la fe católica o deseas dar el siguiente paso para recibir el Bautismo, la Confirmación o la Sagrada Comunión, estamos aquí para acompañarte. Por favor comunícate con nuestra Directora de Evangelización, Marisa McDonald, quien con gusto te guiará en tu camino hacia la plena comunión con la Iglesia.


Como discípulos, buscamos vivir con ALEGRÍA—Jesús, Otros y Tú. Cuando compartes tus dones a través de nuestros apostolados y ministerios parroquiales, ayudas a que el amor de Cristo eche raíces en nuestra comunidad y fortalezca el Cuerpo de Cristo.

Que la paz y la luz de Cristo llenen sus corazones y hogares esta Navidad, y que el Señor nos conduzca a cada uno hacia una fe más profunda, una alegría renovada y un espíritu generoso de discipulado.


P. Pat


 
 
 

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Rooted in Christ’s Living Word and nourished by the Sacraments, our mission is to revitalize the faith and hope of our parish community. Empowered by the Holy Spirit and the teachings of Christ and His Church, we are committed disciples, who strengthen the Body of Christ through a life of prayer, fellowship, sacrificial love, and service.

 

We welcome cradle Catholics, those coming back to the Church after years away, and those who have never stepped foot in a Catholic Church. If you have questions about the faith, how to join the Church, or how to get connected with our parishioners and ministries, please reach out to welcome@spccnb.org. We'll be happy to help! 

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