Living Beyond Sunday Blog

'Tis the Season...

I grew up on Long Island just slightly one hour away from New York City. Growing up we didn’t go to New York City, we went to “the” city. One of the first times that I vividly remember going to “t...
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First Down with Fr. Eric (December 11, 2022)

Dear Friends, There is a story of an Amish man who was asked, are you a Christian? The Amish man thought for a moment and looked at the interviewer and pointed to his neighbor’s house. He repl...
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First Down with Fr. Eric (December 4, 2022)

Dear Friends, The season of Advent begins a new liturgical cycle for Christians as we prepare for the season of Christmas. Preparing the way of the Lord has been a traditional call of Advent a...
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Advent Mission This Weekend

This is my 21st Advent here at St. Patrick and I am really excited to welcome the internationally acclaimed singer, retreat master, and all around great lady; Val Limar Jansen and her husband Frank...
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Maintaining Gratitude

This time of year we are continually reminded of two words, thankfulness and gratitude. It’s the time we reflect upon the many blessings we have been given and show gratitude for these gifts. But d...
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