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Archbishop's Tweets
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Do you follow Archbishop Kurtz on Twitter? Here is a sampling of his tweets this month: May 12@ArchbishopKurtz: After Mass at Emmanuel church in Albany. I just blessed the new altar. pic.twitterMay 12@ArchbishopKurtz: At Holy Cross in Burkesville for blessing of new altar. pic.twitterMay 10@ArchbishopKurtz: Archbishop Kurtz on the Death Penalty youtu.be/NDq8hdt7mYI May 8@ArchbishopKurtz: About to begin Confirmation at St Joseph Proto Cathedral. pic.twitterMay 8@ArchbishopKurtz: Pastors/Parish leaders: register now for Ky Catholic Conference advocacy training on immigration reform. bit.ly/weareallGodschMay 6@ArchbishopKurtz: At Serran Luncheon to speak on Pope Francis. Thank you, Serra Club, for promoting Culture of Vocations. pic.twitterMay 4@ArchbishopKurtz: Right before the running of Ky Derby # 139. In far background is Holy Name Church - Confirmation tomorrow at 6 PM. pic.twitterMay 2@ArchbishopKurtz: A Kentucky tradition!!! pic.twitterMay 1@ArchbishopKurtz: Holy Hour for St Aloysius School, Pewee Valley students. Thanks, Fr Stolz pic.twitter
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ArchLou Saints
Each month we will list the parishes that are celebrating the feast days of their patron saints during that month. For more information about saints of the Church, click here. May 2Saint Athanasius Church (Bishop and Doctor), LouisvilleMay 3 Saint James Church (The Lesser), LouisvilleMay 12 Church of the Ascension, LouisvilleMay 13Our Lady of Fatima Church, PhillipsburgMay 19 Holy Spirit Church (Pentecost), JamestownMay 19Holy Spirit Church (Pentecost), LouisvilleMay 22Saint Rita Church, LouisvilleMay 25 Saint Mary Magdalen of Pazzi Church, PaynevilleMay 26 Holy Trinity Church, FredericktownMay 26Holy Trinity Church, LouisvilleMay 26Trinity High School, Louisville |
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Blessing of the Child in the Womb
By: Stephanie P. Frick, Holy Trinity Parish
What a true blessing it was to be part of such a special blessing at our church, Holy Trinity! When it was announced one Sunday after Mass that a "Blessing of the Child in the Womb" was being scheduled, I was thrilled. When I was pregnant with my first two children, I had thought how nice it would be to have a special prayer said for this beautiful child growing within me, but this blessing was not in place. Second, this third pregnancy was such a surprise and true gift from God, and I was grateful for any blessings and prayers that were being sent my way!  | | Stephanie Frick with other families at the Blessing of the Child in the Womb at Holy Trinity. |
As the day approached, I explained to my children, ages 4 and 6, what a special day we would be having at church and how amazing it was that they would be able to share in the special prayers that Father Mark and Father Steve would be sharing at Mass. My husband and I were pleasantly surprised when, during the Mass, we were asked as a family to come forward with the other expectant families in the church. It felt so very special to be honored and blessed for the amazing duty and gift of carrying a child. I was overwhelmed with joy and gratitude as our entire congregation said a prayer for the beautiful baby girl growing inside of me, and I am certain I wasn't the only mother fighting hard to keep from shedding a tear. Read More... To see the Rite for the Blessing of the Child in the Womb, click here. An Invitation to Expectant Parents  Mother's Day is a timely opportunity to reflect on the gift of innocent precious life. Archbishop Kurtz and Msgr. J. Brian Bransfield, Associate General Secretary of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, have authored the booklet, Gift of Joy, which explains and expands the rite for the Blessing of the Child in the Womb that Archbishop Kurtz presented last October at the Synod on the New Evangelization for the Transmission of the Christian Faith. This 32-page booklet helps couples understand their unique role as parents as they welcome the gift of life they have been given by God, while inviting them to fully embrace their relationship with Jesus Christ in and through the Church. The book, which is being published by Our Sunday Visitor, will be ready by the Feast of the Visitation on May 31. Copies are $4.95 each. To pre-order Gift of Joy, click here. |
Epiphany on the Backside: a Manifestation of God in our times
By: R. Brayton Bowen, founder of MOE and Co-Chair of EBM
Morning comes early on the Backside of Churchill Downs - 4:30 a.m. - as stable hands rise to feed the horses and tend to daily chores. In a world so close to civilization and yet so far, the Backside is a community unto itself. Most of the workers are of Hispanic origin and are employed by horse owners as groomers, hot walkers, and trainers. Their income is meager and their lifestyle marginal, at best. Like migrant workers, they sleep in the barns and ride the trailers from racetrack to racetrack. Women workers generally live in the dorms or nearby apartments, especially if they have children. When winter settles in, many families are uprooted to go on the road, but a number remain on the Backside with their children, receiving support from their resident chaplain, Rev. Ken Boehm of the Kentucky Race Track Chaplaincy, and the many volunteers committed to the Backside's ministry.
In April of 2004, Chaplain Ken came to Epiphany to speak to Men of Epiphany, who were invited to "bring a blanket, gently used gloves or jacket, toiletries or food for the ministry." That was the beginning of a relationship that blossomed quickly, from serving pizzas after the Monday night service and buying boots for the workers at Christmas to forming the Epiphany Backside Ministry. Nine years later, working together, Men of Epiphany (MOE) and the Epiphany Backside Ministry (EBM) serve at least four evening meals a year; deliver in-kind donations of gently used clothing, shoes, bed linens, towels, and toiletries; stock the food pantry; join in prayer; and stand in solidarity with this extended family on the Backside. Read More...
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"Serving God and Country: A Memorial Day Salute to Our Heroes"
Catholic Cemeteries, Archdiocese of Louisville
 The Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Louisville will join thousands of Catholic cemeteries across the United States in a national celebration to honor men and women who died while serving in the armed forces, as well as to recognize both active military and military veterans who have served our country.
During the month of May, families can place prayers and tribute letters for past and present soldiers in a box that will be placed on the front porch of the office building in Calvary Cemetery.
Families also can place photos of past and present soldiers in a display board that will be placed in the Catholic Cemeteries' office.
On Saturday, June 1, prayers and photos will be collected and buried after a prayer service in St. Michael Cemetery. Please call (502) 451-7710 for details about this service.
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The Blog Spot
This section includes local and national blogs that will inspire, teach, and call to action. Featured this month is The Substance of Things Hoped For in which Seminary-Rectory Fr. Denis Robinson, O.S.B., of Saint Meinrad Seminary reflects upon the Catholic faith and the Catholic imagination.
In Antioch
And it was in Antioch that the disciples were first called Christians. The disciples of Jesus were first called by name in Antioch Where was it for you? In these now balmier Easter days we find ourselves living the high life of reminiscence with the early Church. Churches are founded in places whose names we can barely pronounce much less understand. Christians are made from the most unlikely of candidates, old sinners, filthy gentiles, some reconstituted Jews. From the raw material of a seething, teeming reality these new Christians, these followers of Christ were made and seemingly, named for the first time. When were you named for the first time? Read More...
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