Composer Ricky Manalo Coming Here Feb 22-23-24
Composer and theologian Ricky Manalo is visiting Saint Raphael on Feb 22, 23 and 24! We know Fr. Ricky from many of his songs, such as “Many and Great” and “Come Lord Maranatha”. But he is also a wonderful speaker and leader of prayer. On the evening of Friday, Feb 22 Ricky will lead our entire parish in a pre-Lent retreat. During the day on Saturday, Feb 23 he will lead a day of reflection for all of those in the parish who serve in liturgical ministries. And Sunday afternoon, Feb 24, he will lead a discussion with musicians. Mark your calendar and click here for details!
Meet Saint Raphael (the Angel) 20 Jan 2019: Message from Father Phil
The patron of our parish, the angel Raphael, appears in the Book of Tobit in scripture. This series will explore that entire book, and some of its application to our lives. I encourage you to read the bible passage for each week, then the reflection. St. Raphael, pray for us! Ups and Downs: Tobit 1:1-3:6
Les Presento a San Rafael (el Ángel) 20 Jan 2019 : Mensaje del Padre Felipe
El patrón de nuestra parroquia, el ángel Rafael, aparece en las Escrituras en el Libro de Tobit. Esta serie explorará todo el libro y algunas de sus aplicaciones en nuestras vidas. Los invito a leer el pasaje de la Biblia para cada semana, luego la reflexión. San Rafael, ruega por nosotros! Subidas y Bajadas: Tobit 1: 1-3: 6
Fiesta de la Presentación del Señor 2 De Febrero
La Misa será en español el Sabado a las 7:15 pm. Por favor, traer a los niños y las niñas para
bendecirlos y también las imágenes del niño Dios.
Celebrate the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord Mass on Feb 2 with a Spanish mass at 7:15 pm. Please bring los niños and images to be blest.
Diocese Seminary Pilgrimage Feb 8-10 – Click here
Peregrinage Al Seminario 8-10 Feb – haga clic aquí
Welcome to Ordinary Time! Source & Summit Liturgical Q&A
As I wrote last week, I want to take a few weeks to explore engagement in music ministry at different stages in life and what we have to offer as possibilities here at St. Raphael.
My earliest memories taking part in music ministry was the children’s choir for Christmas at St. Bartholomew parish in Manchester, Maryland, under the direction of Mr. Joe Norkus (who I thought was pretty old back then, but he is still ministering at St. Bartholomew some 30 years later!).
Justice for Immigrants
“Today’s Gospel acclamation contains Jesus’ invitation: ‘Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest’ (Mt 11:28). The Lord promises refreshment and freedom to all the oppressed of our world, but he needs us to fulfill his promise. He needs our eyes to see the needs of our brothers and sisters. He needs our hands to offer them help. He needs our voice to protest the injustices committed thanks to the silence, often complicit, of so many. I should really speak of many silences: the silence of common sense; the silence that thinks, ‘it’s always been done this way’; the silence of ‘us’ as opposed to ‘you’. Above all, the Lord needs our hearts to show his merciful love towards the least, the outcast, the abandoned, the marginalized.”
…Pope Francis, Homily from the Holy Mass for Migrants
Please visit www.sharejourney.org and “Take Action!” to call on Congress to support refugee and migrant families.
La Justicia para los Inmigrantes
“El Evangelio que hoy ha sido proclamado incluye la invitación de Jesús: «Venid a mí todos los que estáis cansados y agobiados, y yo os aliviaré». El Señor promete alivio y liberación a todos los oprimidos del mundo, pero tiene necesidad de nosotros para que su promesa sea eficaz. Necesita nuestros ojos para ver las necesidades de los hermanos y las hermanas. Necesita nuestras manos para prestar ayuda. Necesita nuestra voz para denunciar las injusticias cometidas en el silencio ―a veces cómplice― de muchos. En efecto, tendría que hablar de muchos silencios: el silencio del sentido común, el silencio del «siempre se ha hecho así», el silencio del «nosotros» contrapuesto al «vosotros». El Señor necesita sobre todo nuestro corazón para manifestar el amor misericordioso de Dios hacia los últimos, los rechazados, los abandonados, los marginados.”
… Papa Francisco, Homilía de la Santa Misa para los Migrantes
Por favor visite www.sharejourney.org/es/
Here is Catholic Charity and Love
The Habitat Wake-Catholic Coalition home #10 has been completed and was dedicated Dec. 15th. The joy and appreciation expressed by the new homeowners was so apparent and heartwarming! An enormous thank you to every one who assisted in this endeavor to provide affordable housing and shelter for this family. Whether you provided construction help or meals for the workers, financial support or prayer support know that your role in this home was appreciated. Please take a moment to visit the Coalition album site – https://photos.app.goo.gl/6cJ481E8nRJ9XfKQ8. If you would like further information about Habitat for Humanity visit habitatwake.org, at call Beverly (919) 881-9019 or email simmonsbeverly06@gmail.com.
Are you someone or do you know someone who…
Has expressed an interest in becoming Catholic?- Is discerning celebrating the Sacraments of Initiation?
- Was baptized Catholic as a child, but has not celebrated the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist?
January through March Minister Schedules are Ready
Eucharistic Minister (EMHC) schedules are ready.
Can you be a Minister? Talk to Jay JayComi@summitrs.com
Can you be a Reader? Talk to Kevin Mistele kevin@mistele.com 214-697-3841
Nursing Mom Info
Did you know that St Raphael’s offers a dedicated space to nursing moms?
The WORKROOM-LOST & FOUND room across from the Martha room offers a space for Nursing moms, complete with a sound system so moms can still hear Mass. Includes a comfortable chair, boppy pillow, clean receiving blankets, a nursing cover if needed and an “In use” sign on the door. Mothers in Faith Ministry is happy to sponsor this space for our nursing moms.
Catholic Charities Counseling Services
CATHOLIC CHARITIES COUNSELING SERVICES are available to help adults and/or children cope with numerous life issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflict and much more. Counseling is provided by highly skilled, compassionate licensed counselors with an average of 15+ years of counseling experience. Most health insurance is accepted. Thanks to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal, a subsidized fee scale is available for people who cannot afford the full cost. Please call 790-8533 (Raleigh) or 388-3065 (Cary) to inquire about service or to schedule an appointment.
Join us soon!
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Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT will be held Thursday, February 7, 7:30 AM – 8:45 PM in the Chapel.
This devotion is a time for quiet, personal prayer, meditation and adoration in His presence or just sit in the quiet peace of being in His presence.
