Entries for June 2021

Many families in the Diocese of Scranton continue to suffer the loss of loved ones who have died as a result of violent or tragic death.  In response, the Diocese of Scranton is offering the annual Mass in remembrance of victims of violent or tragic death; particularly for persons who have died through murder, suicide, or accidental death.  This year we remember in a special way those who lost their battle with COVID-19. The Mass will be a way for family and friends to remember and celebrate the lives of these victims and to stand together surrounded in ...

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June 27 - Leadership is tough everywhere. People expect a great deal and complain vociferously when it’s not delivered. The Church is no exception. A reporter at the Vatican reflected that being the successor to Peter must be the most arduous job anywhere. All 1.3 billion Catholics have opinions and all are based in their country's faith. Americans want everything immediately and Africans are willing to wait. Pray for Pope Francis on Wednesday the 29th that the Holy Spirit guides and comforts him as we journey together.

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THANK YOU! THANK YOU! Our first pierogi making night was a huge success.  The turnout was WONDERFUL, and fun was had by all. We are looking ahead to our next night, which is scheduled for Monday, June 28th at 6pm in the school gym. Again, no experience is necessary!  Please do not assume that we will have plenty of help as we have several people that have prior commitments that were present during the first night. Also, we have decided to cook ten more lbs. of potatoes so we can fill even more. One thing that we have learned over the years is that everyone love...

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June 13th - Now is the time to stop streaming and watching tv. Get outside, exercise, catchup with people and let the sun bake memories of covid out of your head. Plant herbs and eat them. Play with a dog and laugh with a child.  This is a season to heal the mind and feed the soul.  "I came that you might have life and have it to the fullest". John 10:10 

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St. Boniface & St. Lawrence Parish Pastoral Council - The St. Boniface and St. Lawrence Parish Pastoral Council met on Monday, June 21, 2021 to elect new officers for the next year. Congratulations to the following people who were chosen to be the newest leaders of our joint council! Chairperson: Brianne Carpenter Vice-Chairperson: Noah Bauer Secretary: Sue Lingg We also need to send out a huge thank you to Ken Danielsen, Jack Peck, and Tina Pulver as they "retire" from their seats on the council! Each of them has served our parishes for sever...

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ALL ARE WELCOME!! There will be a gathering of the St. Lawrence/St. Boniface Sojourner Truth Ministries Team on Tuesday, July 6th, at 10 AM. Current supporters, as well as those interested in learning more about the extremely rewarding ministry opportunities available at STM/House of Hope (soup kitchen/refuge for women), are encouraged to join us at the new St. Boniface rectory garden patio (between the rectory and the white fence adjacent to the parking lot). Bring a lawn chair for a relaxing get together as we share refreshments and discuss our post covid direction for th...

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Praise Those Fathers Let us praise those fathers who have striven to balance the demands of work, marriage, and children with an honest awareness of both joy and sacrifice. Let us praise those fathers who, lacking a good model for a father, have worked to become a worthy and virtuous father. Let us praise those fathers who, by their own account, were not always there for their children, but who continue to offer those children, now grown, their love and support. As well, let us pray for those fathers who have been wounded by words and actions of their children. ...

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The St. Boniface & St. Lawrence Parish Pastoral Council will meet again Monday, June 21, 2021 at 6:30p in the St. Lawrence Parish Hall. This will be a reorganization meeting to select new officers for the next year. If you have questions, concerns, or ideas that you would like discussed at their next monthly meeting, please see a parish council member.

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St. Boniface's Sunday Mass starts its summer schedule this Sunday June 13th at 9:30am. Summer schedule is from June 13th through September 5th. 

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Bereavement Ministry Information Days: Volunteers and all parishioners are invited to a special presentation on the "Bereavement Ministry" this week:  Tuesday - June 22 at 4pm - 5pm or Wednesday - June 23, at 7pm - 8pm; to be held at the St. Lawrence Parish Hall.  Everyone is welcome and invited to attend one of the sessions. Refreshments will be served. Ashley Stensland of UPMC Healthcare will join us and offer a reflection on "bereavement care". For additional information about the ministry please feel free to contact Pat and Jack Chesnut ...

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June 6 - The center of Catholic and Orthodox prayer life is the Eucharist. Jesus wanted to guarantee that we would never be left to our own devices. Consequently, He allowed us to re-live the Last Supper for 2,000 years with Him in attendance. His Body and Blood transcend symbols of his presence. We proudly proclaim that Christ is alive in the bread and wine. John's Gospel Ch. 6 written maybe 20 years after Matthew, Mark & Luke stresses to early Christians that Christ is truly there on the altar. So, we genuflect and receive Him into our hands with reverence.

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When: Monday, June 14th  & June 28th Where: St Boniface School Gym Time: 6:00 pm NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. We need rollers please bring a rolling pin if you have one), pinchers (a sit-down job), transporters (move pierogies from one table to another or to the kitchen). With many hands we could get done in two hours. We have a lot of fun and good conversations. Looking forward to seeing you!

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June 6th we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. Join us in praying the Anima Christi: https://catholiccurrent.org/prayers/anima-christi/

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