St. Stephen Catholic Church

MERRY CHRISTMAS!  Christmas day, a day in which our human nature was changed forever. A child is born the Son of God and the Son of Mary, God’s love for us is so great that he chose to live as one of us. Like us in all things but sin.

As we gather together with our family and friends let us not forget to invite Jesus, Mary and Joseph to be our honored guests. Take time to offer prayers of thanksgiving, even if you are among people who are struggling with their faith, pray! The example of your faith filled Christmas may well call them back home, into the loving embrace of the Child Jesus.
Enjoy your Christmas, but remember that for us Christians, Christmas is not just a day like any other day; it is a day that began our redemption. Christmas is so special that it lasts more than one day. Enjoy the whole Christmas season and celebrate with great delight, a peace and joy that only believers in Christ can truly experience.

On a personal note, this is my 6^th Christmas at St. Stephen and each year my gratefulness for walking in discipleship with you has grow. I love of parish family and all the beautiful Christmas celebrations we have. You lift my spirit and fill me with gratitude for having the joy of walking with you on your faith journey this past year. It truly is a privilege for me to be your pastor.

May you all have a wonderful Christmas and may it truly be filled with the joy, love and peace of the Holy Family. Once again MERRY CHRISTMAS, Felix Navidad or as we would say at home “Beannachtai na Nollaig” or more simply “Nollaig Shona”

Peace and Blessings,
Fr. Dermot