As followers of Jesus, it is important for us to have a good idea of who He really is for us in our lives. Some people see Jesus as just a historical figure. He began a new religion that has had a great effect on the world. Some people see Jesus as a moral teacher, who gathered disciples, who then built up a community of faith after His death and resurrection. The challenge of faith, however, is to continue to try to strive to know Jesus Christ as He is today! Jesus is alive

This weekend we welcome representatives from Cross Catholic Outreach. They are here to tell us of their ministry to those in need. The Mission of Cross Catholic Outreach is to “mobilize the global Catholic Church to transform the poor and their communities materially and spiritually for the glory of Jesus Christ”. What a wonderful way of living the Gospel! We welcome them to St. Cecelia Parish. May we continue to grow in our knowledge of so many good ministries in our wi

How important it is that we listen to one another. We find this out in families, at work and in our wider society. Dialogue is so important. We can discover in this way the purpose and will of God for us. By listening to others from the heart, and then by speaking in return from the heart, we can see how God sends special people into our lives to show us the way. This, of course, is also important in the Church. We listen and respond to each other as people of faith in a resp

The Diocese of St. Petersburg is moving forward with a wonderful pastoral plan called “Courageously Living the Gospel”. Bishop Gregory Parkes has pulled together ideas and concepts from throughout the diocese to help us plan for the future. Every parish is a part of this great effort! We are to proclaim the Gospel, invite others to know Christ and then enable everyone to encounter God’s love is very specific ways. We are going to focus on affordable housing, youth ministry a