N THIS ROCK BY FATHER DON FARNAN WRITTEN BY FATHER DON FARNANMAY 18, 2023 VIOLENCE IN OUR CITY On Saturday morning, June 3, 9:00-12, Saint Francis Xavier Parish will host a retreat entitled, “Violence in Our City.” All are invited to come and participate. The...
Violence In Our City Father Don Farnan May 18 On Saturday morning, June 3, 9:00-12, Saint Francis Xavier Parish will host a retreat entitled, “Violence in Our City.” All are invited to come and participate. The retreat, which will take place in the church sanctuary...
Warts and All Father Don Farnan May 14 The late Catholic author and historian, Thomas Cahill, once said, “Just as banks can make people poor, hospitals make them sick, and schools make them ignorant, so can churches make people evil—and the history of our church is...
Heads Spinning Father Don Farnan May 7 About a decade ago, friends of mine attended a high school reunion at their all-boys Catholic school and met the first alumna: their transgendered classmate. As society rapidly changes, many of us have a tough time keeping up. ...
Immigration Plight Father Don Farnan May 3 Many of us are intrigued and, at the same time, agitated when hearing the story about Joseph fleeing from his homeland to another country, with his young wife and little son, seeking safety while being chased by murderous...
More Retreat Opportunities Father Don Farnan Apr 27 The May retreat offerings at my spirituality center filled up quickly. It tells me that people are eager to enhance their relationship with God and, subsequently, their relations with others. These sessions will be...
