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I run to the Father...again and again... |
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Have you ever found yourself with a song stuck in your head? This past week, the following song was playing nonstop in mine: “Run to the Father,” by Matt Maher. One of the things I’ve learned to appreciate as I have gotten older is paying attention to the lyrics of a song. The music itself might sound uplifting, but the words are so very important.
In this particular song, the words are very powerful, especially the refrain which goes like this: I run to the Father, fall into grace. I'm done with the hiding, no reason to wait. My heart needs a surgeon, my soul needs a friend. So I run to the Father, again and again, and again again.
It’s a wonderful reminder of just how much I depend on my Father in heaven to strengthen me in my day-to-day life. These words help recall our need to be near God, who alone can heal us of our infirmities. Not just those stains on our soul, but physical and mental ailments as well.
The words, “My heart needs a surgeon,” describe that well. We need that Great Physician to heal us! To cut right into the dark of the matter (sin), and, like a surgeon, not just stopping at the surface level things (temptation), but going deep to the root of the problem and cutting it out of our lives.
Not only that though, the following line, “my soul needs a friend,” reminds us that our Father desires to do this because He is true to His love for you and me. Many people are unwilling to stay by our side when we need someone to help pull us out from the depths, but always, in our Father, will we find Someone Who will be there for us.
As the song ends, the refrain changes slightly but in a most profound way. Where my heart “needs” a surgeon, and my soul “needs” a friend, now becomes, “My heart found a surgeon, my soul found a friend.”
My dear brothers and sisters, let’s run to the Father, again and again, and again and again. Seek the Sacraments, especially Reconciliation, these free gifts from our Lord, and let Him into your life to heal you.
Lenten blessings!
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Virtual Children's Liturgy of the Word!!
This week's theme is Holy Hands!
Engage your children with the Word of God with this video and activity, Print out the hand, or trace/make your own. On each finger, write down what you would like to pray for during Lent.
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Eucharistic Adoration
Monday-Friday: 2pm-12am
With so much still going on in our country and the world, how important it is for us to remember to retreat to our Lord for rest and strength, and lift up your prayers to Him. Come spend some time with our Lord, truly present in the Eucharist. Click here for our adoration protocols.
Limited to 4 adorers at one time.
We are currently in need of adorers at 4:00 p.m. on Mondays and 9:00 p.m. on Fridays.
Contact Barb Kleiter if interested at 651-774-1172. Thanks!
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Stations of the Cross
When: Fridays during Lent, except Good Friday. Starts at 6pm.
Where: Church
Come pray in-person or via our Parish Facebook live-stream as we pray this beautiful Lenten devotional of the Stations of the Cross.
Through the generosity of one of our families, each household may pick up a Stations of the Cross prayer book to keep for use at home or in-person.
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Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Fish Fry & Soup Supper To-Go!
When: March 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 5:00-7:30 p.m.
Where: Kenney Hall
Cost:
- $10.00 Large Fish Meal, includes: large portion of fried fish fillets, lemon slice and tartar sauce on the side, coleslaw, macaroni and cheese, roll, butter and drink.
- $7.00 Small Fish Meal, includes: small portion of fried fish fillets with all of the same sides.
- $4 Soup Supper (Cream of Broccoli or Vegetable Chili), includes: 12 oz serving of soup of choice, roll, butter and drink.
Cash, check, or credit card accepted.
Would you like to volunteer on one of our Meatless Meal nights?
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Presentation will once again be participating in Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl program. Rice Bowl collection boxes will be available at entrances of the church as well as in the parish office. Learn more about how the Rice Bowl program helps provide much-needed meals for those in need around the world at crsricebowl.org. |
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Options for Women East Baby Bottle Drive
February 20 - March 21
Pick up your bottle after mass this weekend after mass or at the parish office.
Full bottles can be returned on or before March 21 to the main entrance where there is a large bottle to deposit them into.
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Presentation's CCW (Coalition of Catholic Women) is taking up a collection for the Venezuelan Mission to support Fr Greg Schaffer. Collection baskets for items will be at the Parish Center and church entrances labeled CCW (make sure not to put items in HEO baskets).
Needed items are:
- Irish Spring Men's Deodorant Soap Bar, Original Scent
- TRESemmé Moisturizing Shampoo
- Ibuprofen, 500 Mg
- Acetaminophen PM 500 Mg
- Colgate Tooth Paste
- Degree Deodorant – Bar
- TYLENOL Cold & Flu SEVERE
- NIVEA Orchid and Argan Oil Infused Body Lotion
- Sour Patch Sweet & Sour Gummy Candy & Chocolates
- Multivitamins (men/women/children)
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It's never too late to learn more about your rich Catholic faith and share it with others. Join us on Tuesday evenings.
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Faith Formation
All in-person Faith Formation classes have resumed in the Parish Center after Sunday Mass.
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Reconciliation Hours
Reconciliation/Prayer/Conversation
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:00-5:45pm
Saturdays from 4:00- 4:45pm
Also available by appointment.
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Enroll for the 2021-22 School Year!!
Presentation School is now open for 2021-2022 for Preschool-Eighth Grade enrollment and financial aid applications. The deadline for financial aid applications is March 19, 2021. In addition, if you get your enrollment completed by March 19, your registration fees will be waived! Visit mytads.com to complete your enrollment and financial aid application today!
Do you know a family looking for a great school? Tell them to check out Presentation! If you refer a family and they enroll you can earn $250 off of your tuition!
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Please join us in person in the church or virtually for a State of the School Address on March 2nd at 6:30pm. For those who are not able to attend in-person please use this Zoom link: www.shorturl.at/gzH35
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Click the image to see the latest pics and posts on the school Facebook page. |
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Click the image to read the latest
Panther Post.
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Drive-Thru is now Drive-In.
Park your car, come in the church and head to the Reconciliation Room with the lit candle.
Disinfectant wipes will be available.
Tues & Thurs: 5:00-5:45pm
Sat: 4:00-4:45pm
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Pastoral Care
Presentation of Mary is here for you!
Conversation, prayer requests, resources...? Please ask.
All information will remain confidential.
Contact the Parish Office at
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Prayer, Participation, and Generosity |
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Stewardship
Amidst this pandemic, I have been very edified by the generous outpouring of love and support from our community. Thank you!
If you would like to switch over to e-giving, click on the image to sign up.
Questions? Please contact the parish:
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Loaves & Fishes
Serving meals to those who have none is still an essential ministry during this pandemic.
Please prayerfully consider giving to this ministry. Donations can be placed in an envelope with Loaves & Fishes written on it, and dropped in the basket at church or in the secured mailbox at the Parish Center.
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2021 Catholic Services Appeal
The 2021 Catholic Services Appeal is getting ready to roll out for this year. The 2021 theme is “Together in Hope” which is most fitting in these challenging times. This Appeal is wonderful as it reminds us that as a Christian people, we are one family in faith, who need Jesus first and foremost in our lives, as well as one another. Your participation will help support ministries that serve the poor, support life and strengthen our Faith.
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Website: Check Mass times, read latest news, sign up for online giving, etc. |
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Bulletin: Read the latest issue and subscribe to the online version. |
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Facebook: Watch livestream Mass & see what our community is up to. |
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