Author Archives: SSAP Contributor

“The Humble Work of a Homemaker,” The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu

Many full-time housewives, when asked what they do, feel belittled and give a humble answer “I’m just a housewife.” They fear being stereotyped as being overweight, under-educated, uninformed, and boring. They dread being labeled as homemakers who spend most of the time watching TV soaps or game shows, playing “candy crush” game, having body orContinue reading ““The Humble Work of a Homemaker,” The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”

RANDOM THOUGHTS: Voices from yesterday and today . . .by Peachy Maramba

Our Family Prayer to St. Anthony of Padua Dear Saint Anthony, hear the prayer, which I offer you for my family and for the Great Family of those devoted to you throughout the world. Intercede for each one of us and obtain the blessings of heaven upon our labours. Help us in our moment ofContinue reading “RANDOM THOUGHTS: Voices from yesterday and today . . .by Peachy Maramba”

RANDOM THOUGHTS: Voices from yesterday and today . . .by Peachy Maramba

ST. ANTHONY of PADUA: Our Patron Saint; Doctor of the Church 1195 – 1231 June 13 Next to St. Therese of Lisieux St. Anthony of Padua is considered the most popular saint in the world. The number of candles that are lit throughout the world to honor him and ask for his help is fantastic.Continue reading “RANDOM THOUGHTS: Voices from yesterday and today . . .by Peachy Maramba”

Catechism of the Catholic Church

(continued from the Parish Bulletin June 8, 2014 Issue) What does Sacred Scripture say about the sacrament of Confirmation? In the Old Testament, the People of God expected the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the Messiah. Jesus lived his life in a special Spirit of love and of perfect unity with his Father inContinue reading “Catechism of the Catholic Church”