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Covering the Statues
This age-old custom of veiling religious images during the last two weeks of Lent is intended to help us focus on the penitential aspect of this liturgical season. It reminds us in a visual way that our faith in all its glory is only possible through the work of Christ in his suffering and death on the cross. When we cover or remove these sacred images to which we are so accustomed, we are confronted and poignantly reminded of all that Christ has won for us. Temporarily veiling crosses and religious images with the penitential color of Lent is a beautiful custom that helps us reflect on the deeper theological meaning of the liturgical season. By covering religious images during the height of Lent, all attention is focused on the Passion and death of Christ. This is why the only images that should not be covered are the Stations of the Cross. [taken from https://proyectoemaus.com]
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
There will be a meeting on Monday, March 25, at 7:15 pm in the Church. This meeting is to go over the steps necessary as we return to the distribution of Communion under both species. Please plan to be present.
Bishop's Annual Appeal
Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the Bishop’s Annual Appeal which funds many ministries that allow us to educate the next generation. In addition to the ongoing formation of the priests and deacons currently serving in our diocese, the Bishop’s Annual Appeal provides funds needed to educate our future Priests. The Bishop’s Annual Appeal also provides opportunities for our elementary, middle, and college-age youth to grow in their Catholic faith through Catholic schools and campus ministry. Special cameo of our Immaculata Eagles in today’s short. We are celebrating 100 years of our Diocese Learning from our History and Shaping our Future.
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Migrant Worker Hygiene Kits
Throughout Lent, Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation (JPIC) will be organizing our parish-wide collection of hygiene items for farmworkers in our community. Every spring an estimated 150,000 farmworkers pour into North Carolina to harvest cucumbers, tobacco, apples, sweet potatoes, green peppers, and Christmas trees. At the height of the growing season, farm workers often work 12-14 hours a day in the hot sun with few breaks, and the average farmworker earns less than $11,000 a year. Would you be able to feed and support your family for that?
Starting on February 17, you can pick up a plastic bag and a list of items needed for each kit in the gathering space. Please return completed bags to the collection bins in the church gathering space no later than March 17, 2024. For more information, please visit our JPIC Migrant Worker Hygiene Kits web page.
Starting on February 17, you can pick up a plastic bag and a list of items needed for each kit in the gathering space. Please return completed bags to the collection bins in the church gathering space no later than March 17, 2024. For more information, please visit our JPIC Migrant Worker Hygiene Kits web page.
Recurring Events:
Legion of Mary
Come join us! We meet every Saturday morning (except the second Saturday of the month at 9:30 am in the Daily Chapel. We come together under the mantle of the Blessed Mother to share our faith with one another and to serve. We visit the sick during the week. |
Meals for the Hungry
As a parish, we serve dinner to ~150-200 people on the third Saturday of every month. Donations can be dropped off at the Immaculata kitchen (attached to the school) between 4 and 4:30 pm on Saturday. Individual meals will be packaged and transported to Urban Ministries on Liberty Street. Please sign up and tell us what you can bring! |
Remain in m Love
Third Saturday of the month 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM This ministry provides opportunities for fellowship, support, and discussion of issues regarding sexuality, gender, and spirituality in a loving, non-judgmental faith community. All are welcome to respectfully attend these meetings: This includes LGBTQ persons, families, friends, and all who want to learn more about being a supportive Catholic to our LGBTQ parishioners. For information contact: Amy Oliphant at or Karen Poglitsch. |
Growing thru Grief
Growing thru Grief meets each week at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 1200 West Cornwallis in Durham. Meetings are on Tuesday, with registration starting at 4:00. First time attendees must show proof of Covid vaccination and booster(s). We ask people to come at 4; the program begins at 4:30, and all will end by 6. Everyone is welcome. Please contact admin@growingthrugrief.org if you have any questions. |