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The Father Almighty
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 6/28/25
The Father Almighty God the Father is the first divine person of the Holy Trinity. The term ‘Father’ denotes a loving and powerful creator, and the term ‘almighty’ emphasizes his power and authority. Let me first explain the meaning of ‘God the Father.’ Religions view the reality of God ... Read More »
In One God
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 6/19/25
In One God I believe in God. I hail from India, where I have encountered many religions and their followers: Buddhists who do not speak of God; Hindus who believe in many gods and goddesses; Muslims and Jews who are monotheists; Sikhs and Jains who strictly adhere to the ... Read More »
I Believe
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 6/12/25
I Believe The Nicene Creed begins with the words: “I believe.” The term Creed originates from the Latin word “Credo,” meaning “I believe.” The Nicene Creed, crafted at the Council of Nicaea in 325 A.D., began with the phrase "We believe," to unify different Christian ‘belief statements’ of the ... Read More »
Creed or Creeds
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 6/06/25
Creed or Creeds Hi, it's great to meet you through this video platform. I want to speak to you about the Nicene Creed. Is that the only creed of the Church? No, it’s not. There are over 150 recognized creeds and confessions in Christianity. However, four formal creeds are ... Read More »
An Invitation to learn the Nicene Creed
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 6/01/25
An Invitation to learn the Nicene Creed
Dear friends, There is a noticeable resurgence of the Catholic faith globally, with stories of conversion emerging from various parts of the world, including the United States. Our foundational beliefs are summarized in the Nicene Creed. Given our parishioners' growing enthusiasm ... Read More »
My heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to my friends Fr. Albin Roby and Fr. John Bosco
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 4/27/25
After years of dedicated effort and hard work, my friends Father Roby and Father Bosco established an Arts and Science College in their diocese in Tamil Nadu, India. It fills me with admiration that they have now gifted this significant achievement to their diocese. I wholeheartedly applaud their generosity ... Read More »
On Good Friday
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 4/14/25
On Good Friday On this day, humanity awakens with the budding of Spring, to stand at the foot of the cross. The Nazarene hangs suspended between heaven and earth. He looks up to the sky, crying out, ‘O God, why have you forsaken me?’ and the heavens seem to ... Read More »
Holy Week
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 4/06/25
Holy Week is approaching, and we are moving toward commemorating the suffering, death, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus. As we journey back through the pages of history to rediscover the roots of our faith, the spirit of those holy events rises to meet us with fresh relevance today. ... Read More »
An 8th Grader's conviction of Faith
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 2/05/24
Hi Mr. Brucker, This is Mattea. While I did not set any New Year resolutions, I had an epiphany. I'm notexactly sure when but one day, I realized that there is nothing to lose from beingCatholic. I used to think that my classmates would mock me for being Catholic ... Read More »
Christmas Message by Fr. Peter
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 12/21/23
Dear parishioner,
Merry Christmas. I desire to come in person to give you my greetings. That being impossible, I wish that the joy and peace of the divine infant fill your hearts and lives.
On that silent and holy night, when Jesus was born in Bethlehem, joy and peace ... Read More »