|
A few words from Father Gregory
St. Valentine is remembered every year as an ambassador of Love. He evokes the martyr and priest who lived always believing in the love of Christ. He brought that love into the lives of those who were denied Catholic Marriage. You know, we all love to see the romance of a wedding-but St. Valentine saw that a marriage blessed in the name of our Lord is a true and lasting commitment. Behind every "Valentine" there is a heart that is looking for love, a love to share with one another and with Christ.
In Fr. Jordan's words:
Oh, would that all, each in his own place, would strive for this, that we love one another in every truth, that we be united in the name of the Lord.
Isn't it remarkable that around the world the day synonymous with Love began with a refusal to abandon our Savior and what He represents? Think of the example of St. Valentine. Cherish the freedom that we have to Love. Follow our Savior and share that Love with others. That is the real and lasting legacy of Valentine.
The Salvatorians are celebrating a Novena of Masses February 14 through February 22 in honor of St Valentine. We would happily pray for you and your loved ones' intentions. Please send us your intentions for the Valentine Novena before February 13th. Also, the Salvatorians have beautiful Valentine cards available that you may send to your loved ones and friends. When you send this card to someone we will include them in our Novena prayers as well. You can order Valentine cards by mail, online, or call 1-800-254-4902 and be sure to send us your intentions as well.
NEW FOR 2012
Please take a look at our new Salvatorian Healing Mass Association card. Our Healing Mass card is a wonderful way to give loved ones and friends comfort. Whether they are ill, worried about something in their life or their faith is being tested, receiving this card will bring them comfort. Everyone enrolled in our Salvatorian Healing Mass Association are assured a remembrance in
Two holy Masses celebrated each day at our Salvatorian motherhouse in Rome;
10 Masses on special feast days, including Christmas, Easter, and All Saints Day;
12 Novenas of Masses throughout the year; and
30 Masses during November, especially for the souls of the faithful departed.
Remember that when you use the Healing Mass Card to enroll someone, you too are automatically enrolled and assured of all its spiritual benefits.
Our 2012 All Occasion cards are now available for sending to your loved ones and friends. Our All Occasion selection features greetings appropriate for birthdays, get-well wishes, thinking of you, and other occasions. Also included in this selection is our One Year of Masses card that can be used for baptisms, first communions, birthdays and any other occasion you deem appropriate.
May God continue to fill you with His grace.
|
