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Found a Loving Home

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:49:00 GMT

Thank you for all of the inquiries. Baby Jesus and the poinsettias have gone to loving homes. Blessings to all! We have received and are gifting to anyone who would warmly welcome the "Baby Jesus" and his crib. It is ceramic...

Free to Someone to Love

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 16:03:00 GMT

We have received and are gifting to anyone who would warmly welcome the "Baby Jesus" and his crib. It is ceramic (or porcelain) and is in very good shape. See ruler for reference. Also, for anyone who would like a poinsettia we...

Religious Education Cancelled Sunday, February 9th

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Due to the predicted snowfall, Religious Education for Our Lady of the Lake is cancelled for Sunday, February 9th

Winter in New England, Picnic with the Knights and Fellow Parishioners

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 00:19:00 GMT

Come to the 4:00 p.m. Mass and afterwards join the Knights for their "Winter Picnic" long before the snow arrives. Feel free to forward this Flocknote to friends and family.

Tonight’s Faith on Fire Meeting Postponed Due to Weather

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 20:48:00 GMT

A message from the Faith on Fire team. “So sorry for the short notice, but this evenings Faith on Fire social is canceled due to the weather. All are invited to attend our regular meeting on Monday, 2/10 @ 6:30pm and...

A Couple of Items Worthy of Your Attention

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 16:41:00 GMT

Don't forget the Father Shea Council's Winter Picnic this coming Saturday at 5:00 p.m. and also, very importantly please check out the request from the Soup Kitchen Ministry below. ...

Praise and Worship This Tuesday

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:05:00 GMT

Join us as we welcome a Surprise Guest Speaker! You are invited to Praise and Worship gathering at the Marian Hall at Our Lady of the Lake on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. Join us for praise, worship, music...

A Final Reminder and Procession!!!

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 12:58:00 GMT

Just a final reminder to please bring your taper candles to Holy Mass this weekend for the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. Also, at the beginning of EACH Mass we will be congregating in the Marian Hall. I will bless and...

Praying for Our Priests of the Springfield Diocese - February 2025

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 21:57:00 GMT

Praying for Our Priests Each month we have the opportunity to pray for the priests of the Springfield Diocese by name. (See the calendar below/attached and the bulletin board in Marian Hall.) PRAYER HELPERS OF THE PRECIOUS...

Praise and Worship!

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 23:18:00 GMT

Calling All Men

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 13:08:00 GMT

Video: https://youtu.be/9JjKhfmriVY Imagine being part of a brotherhood of adult Catholic gentlemen that spans the globe, united by shared values of faith, fraternity, charity, and patriotism. This isn’t just about membership...

Reverend John S. Lis - 1945-2025

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 19:44:00 GMT

Eternal rest grant unto him O' Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Rev. John S. Lis, 79, of Easthampton passed away...

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time - Wedding Feast in Cana

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 12:12:00 GMT

Wedding Feast in Cana First Reading Isaiah 62:1-5 God delights in Israel and will rejoice as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 96:1-2,2-3,7-8,9-10 A song in praise of God's marvelous deeds Second...

Maryann D. Tatro: 1942 - 2025

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 17:38:00 GMT

Eternal rest grant unto her O' Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Maryann D. Tatro 1942 - 2025 Westfield Maryann D...

Gustave Brodeur - September 20, 1932 - January 4, 2025

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 17:07:00 GMT

Eternal rest, grant unto him O' Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Gustave Brodeur Obituary Obituary published on...

Important Announcement from Father Matthew

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 09:58:00 GMT

Dear Parish Family, Below I’ve attached a letter that I received earlier this week from Bishop Byrne. Bishop has graciously asked me to act as directing pastor of St. John the Evangelist Parish in Agawam while remaining your...

Spread the Word. All are invited!

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 16:07:00 GMT

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Baptism of the Lord

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 15:26:00 GMT

Baptism of the Lord First Reading Isaiah 40:1-5,9-11 Isaiah tells the people to prepare a way for the Lord. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 104:1b-4,24-25,27-30 A prayer praising God's greatness Second Reading Titus 2:11-14; 3:4-7 ...

Diocesan Youth Rally

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 19:24:00 GMT

The Path that Leads to You Video: https://youtu.be/5LQmQDjVmhE For More Information "Click" here: https://westernmasscatholic.org/youthrally/

TWO IMPORTANT EVENTS TO ADD TO YOUR CALENDAR: Monday, Jan 6th -The Star of Bethlehem: What did the Magi see? Tuesday, Jan 7th -Praise & Worship. All are Welcome!

Sat, 04 Jan 2025 15:40:00 GMT

You are cordially invited to join Fr. Douglas McGonagle as he walks us through the science, ancient astronomy/astrology and clues to what the Magi saw in his fascinating presentation and book signing on Monday, January 6, 2025 at...

Faith in small things

zrowe@osv.com (Zach Rowe) — Tue, 12 Mar 2019 17:03:00 GMT

Faith is in every matter of life. The big events, and the small ones.

I was looking at old photos and I saw an image of myself, from a time before I re-found my faith.

Be the change you seek

zrowe@osv.com (Zach Rowe) — Tue, 12 Mar 2019 17:01:27 GMT

Learn to see differences and embrace them.

It is not easy to see the world through another person's eyes, and we must strive to do that every day.

Make it happen

zrowe@osv.com (Zach Rowe) — Tue, 12 Mar 2019 17:00:13 GMT

Change your life and the world will thank you.

Use your voice and live by your actions. It is not an easy path, but it is the right one.