2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time (B)
Who is Jesus for us? John calls Jesus the Lamb of God and thus signifies Jesus' mission as the One who redeems us from our sins. The blood of the Passover Lamb (Exodus 12) delivered the Israelites from their oppression in Egypt and from the plague of death. The Lord Jesus freely offered up his life for us on the cross as the atoning sacrifice for our sins (1 Corinthians 5:7). The blood which he poured out for us on the cross cleanses, heals, and frees us from our slavery to sin, and from the "wages of sin which is death" (Romans 6:23) and the "destruction of both body and soul in hell" (Matthew 10:28).
It is significant that John was the son of the priest, Zachariah, who participated in the daily sacrifice of a lamb in the temple for the sins of the people (Exodus 29). In Jesus, John saw the true and only sacrifice which could deliver us from the bondage of sin, death, and the powers of hell. How did John know the true identity of Jesus, as the Son of God and Savior of the world (John 1:29)? The Holy Spirit revealed to John Jesus' true nature in such a way that John bore witness that this is the Son of God. How can we be certain that Jesus is truly the Christ, the Son of the living God? The Holy Spirit makes the Lord Jesus Christ known to us through the gift of faith. God gives us freely of his Spirit that we may comprehend - with enlightened minds and eyes of faith - the great mystery and plan of God to unite all things in his Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Let us pray: Lord Jesus Christ, fill me with the power of your Holy Spirit that I may grow in the knowledge of your great love and truth. Let your Spirit be aflame in my heart that I may joyfully seek to do your will in all things.
Have a Blessed and Joyful Week
2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time (B)
Who is Jesus for us? John calls Jesus the Lamb of God and thus signifies Jesus' mission as the One who redeems us from our sins. The blood of the Passover Lamb (Exodus 12) delivered the Israelites from their oppression in Egypt and from the plague of death. The Lord Jesus freely offered up his life for us on the cross as the atoning sacrifice for our sins (1 Corinthians 5:7). The blood which he poured out for us on the cross cleanses, heals, and frees us from our slavery to sin, and from the "wages of sin which is death" (Romans 6:23) and the "destruction of both body and soul in hell" (Matthew 10:28).
It is significant that John was the son of the priest, Zachariah, who participated in the daily sacrifice of a lamb in the temple for the sins of the people (Exodus 29). In Jesus, John saw the true and only sacrifice which could deliver us from the bondage of sin, death, and the powers of hell. How did John know the true identity of Jesus, as the Son of God and Savior of the world (John 1:29)? The Holy Spirit revealed to John Jesus' true nature in such a way that John bore witness that this is the Son of God. How can we be certain that Jesus is truly the Christ, the Son of the living God? The Holy Spirit makes the Lord Jesus Christ known to us through the gift of faith. God gives us freely of his Spirit that we may comprehend - with enlightened minds and eyes of faith - the great mystery and plan of God to unite all things in his Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Let us pray: Lord Jesus Christ, fill me with the power of your Holy Spirit that I may grow in the knowledge of your great love and truth. Let your Spirit be aflame in my heart that I may joyfully seek to do your will in all things.
Have a Blessed and Joyful Week
Our Lady Of Grace
Romney W V
I am the good shepherd, says the Lord;
I know My sheep, and mine know Me.”
Our Lady of Grace Prayer Chapel
New Request
New Request
Please pray for Kale Brenner – 5 month old with stage 2 cancer (astrocytam). We are praying for a miracle, complete healing and a normal life. Lee Ciszewski
Please Pray for Ruth Wester Stage 4 cancer. Lynn Martin
Michael Delilo, the son of Keyser parishioners Eugene and Charlotte Delilo, who had hip resurfacing surgery today
My brother John Matheny who is having surgery on his macula on Tuesday, June 23. He has to spend nine days after the surgery on his stomach so that the air bubble in his eye will heal properly. He is the good brother; he's a die-hard WVU fan.
Two Keyser parishioners Jennie Ebner and Lena Landis who are in the local nursing home; they are very sick
Felicia Putignano -- Keyser parishioner who died on Saturday at the nursing home; her funeral Mass is Wednesday
Two Romney parishioners Mike and Ava Anders who are rebuilding their home after it was destroyed by fire in March
My niece (Matthew's oldest daughter) Megan Matheny who was married on Saturday, June 13
For all the inactive Catholics in our communities -- may Our Lord inspire them to return to worship.
Michael DeVan, the son of Our Lady of Grace (Romney) parishioners Rich and Susan DeVan; he is suffering from a systemic infection
Fr. Jack McDonnell, a retired priest with our Diocese living in Charleston; he entered Hospice care today
My brother John is having surgery on his macula on June 23
Lena Landis, parishioner at Assumption (Keyser), who is struggling with serious illness due to old age
Floyd Pratt, parishioner at Assumption, who is having back surgery in Morgantown on July 6
Brighton Finnell, the newborn grandson of my office manager and her husband, Kathy and Tom Finnell. He was born on Father's Day in Austin TX. He is doing well. He is Kathy and Tom's first grandchild.
Phillip Szabo, parishioner at Our Lady of Grace, who will be entering the seminary for the Diocese this Fall
Thank you,
Fr. Bill Matheny
PLease pray for Camille Sweet Retina Re- attachment, aftercare long and hard.
Tom Eades
More Request Below
Braedon Welch:
Braedon will be entering sixth grade at Keyser Middle School. For the last two weeks he has been suffering from constant nose bleeds and bumps over his body. He and his siblings are faithful altar servers.
Tom Sauer:
Tom was rushed to Winchester Medical Center today. Tom is an advocate with our Knights of Columbus Council He has been suffering from serious illness for a long time.
Andy Bloom
With a heavy and saddened heart announce that Andy Bloom lost his battle with ALS yesterday as he went to Eternal Peace with Our Lord and Our Blessed Mother.
Andy was a Parishioner and until his diagnoses of ALS was Our Deputy Grand Knight of Our Lady of Grace Knights of Columbus Council #10011.
Please keep Andy, his wife Carole, Children and Family in your Prayers.
Andy was at their house in Cape May NJ, Arrangements are forth coming.
Thanks for all your prayers,God Bless
Herb and Sandee Adrian
Update!
We thank you for your thoughs, prayers, and beautiful cards. Herb is now at the Health South Rehabilitation Hospital in Morgantown. He will be there for approximately 10 days. He is progressing and very motivated to return home!! We miss you all!!!
Please pray for Herb and Sandee
From Diana Parker
I can’t express all the feelings that are in my heart. Charlie’s funeral was so beautiful and overwhelming in love and thoughtfulness. Never have I seen such caring, sharing and love in a parish. I am truly blessed with a wonderful family and church family.
God Bless all of you.
Diane Parker
Charlie Parker
passed away
Fr. Jack McDonnell, a retired priest with our Diocese living in Charleston; he entered Hospice care today
My brother John is having surgery on his macula on June 23
Lena Landis, parishioner at Assumption (Keyser), who is struggling with serious illness due to old age
Floyd Pratt, parishioner at Assumption, who is having back surgery in Morgantown on July 6
Brighton Finnell, the newborn grandson of my office manager and her husband, Kathy and Tom Finnell. He was born on Father's Day in Austin TX. He is doing well. He is Kathy and Tom's first grandchild.
Phillip Szabo, parishioner at Our Lady of Grace, who will be entering the seminary for the Diocese this Fall
Thank you,
Fr. Bill Matheny
Please pray for Those on Our Prayer List
Mike and Eva, Tom Matthews, Deborah Delgado, Hannah Gunn, Annie Rusell, Raymond Twigg, Marie Fields, Debra Smith, Charles Miller, Millie Rao, Randy Kerns, Bill Calvert, John Downey, Leo Downey, Tony Reed, Jane Bredl, Mary Mattingly, Lance LeVasseur, Norma Llewellyn, Tim Warweg, Lisa Ann, Connie Davis, Brenda Smith, Mike Stimak, Grace Jackson, Rose & Gene Bennett, Bill Batton, Michael Terry, Eileen Passauer, Al Weller, Lexi Orndorff, Andy Buchinger, Dottie Sanders, Casey Carriger, Irene DelGallo, Carol Stutz Manazaruk, Rodney Bowers, Erica Gunther, Leslie Perez, Logan Hott, Melinda Silver, Marlene Ceroli, Ted Soper, Susan Stimak, Richard DeVan, Richard Wysopal, Helen Paquette, Mike Stickley, Fr. Joseph A. Salazar, Pat Whitfield, Rose Whetzel, Jeanne Downey, Rebecca Haines, Carolyn Neely, Lisa Shoemaker, Rick Linthicum, Jenny Shank, Mary Kay Mullins, Tracey McKinney, Ashley Nelson, Jordan Nelson, Richard Hansen, John Cunningham