Symbol of the Pelican

The legend of the pelican in Christian art is ancient, dating back to the second century and is included in the Physiologus, a Christian adaptation of popular animal legends and symbols.

The Pelican is used as a symbol of the Eucharist in that it was believed that in times when food was scarce, the Pelican would feed its young by piercing it’s own flesh and taking blood from itself to feed it’s chicks.This is like Christ’s offering of Himself on the cross in atonement for our sins.Through His Passion and Death on the Cross we now have the Sacrament of the Eucharist in which the bread and wine are changed into the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Christ. Like the Pelican, Christ’s manner of feeding us is through His self-sacrificial love.

• St. Blaise Day

  Friday, February 3 is St. Blaise Day.  There will be blessing of throats after Mass on Friday.  Blessing of throats will also take place after the Vigil Mass on Saturday and after the Masses on Sunday, February 5.

   

   

   

• Mass Intentions

  The 2012 Mass Book is open.  Having a Mass said for a deceased family member or friend is a way of saying they are not forgotten by loved ones.  Traditionally a Mass is offered for a deceased person but Masses can also be offered to honor birthdays and anniversaries as well as special intentions for both living and deceased.     
  
  

   

• MPB School Open House

        Open House
  
  January 29, 2012 - 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
  February 2, 2012 - 9-11 a.m. & 6-8 pm
  
  Take a tour of the school, visit classrooms, speak with teachers and parents.  For additional information or to take a private tour please call the school office at 778-3028.