As
part of our weeks of celebration of our Parish Feast,
our revival committee arranged a spirit-filled 3 days
of spiritual renewal under the leadership of revivalist
and parish priest Rev. John Judie, from Immaculate Heart
of Mary and Christ the King parishes, Louisville, Kentucky.
(Father Judie's Biography
Link) Father Judie began the revival by celebrating
weekend masses on October 4th and 5th, then conducted
evening services on Sunday night through Tuesday. Sunday's
theme focused on our youths punctuated by ministry from
the Cathedral Youth Choir. Monday featured musical ministry
from St. Rita's Gospel Choir. The revival concluded on
Tuesday night with our own Holy Angels Gospel Choir. each
evening had a specific sub-theme, supported by scripture
readings, pastoral reflections and inspirational messages
from parishioners, and of course the spirited homilies,
story telling, singing, and exhortations from Father Judie
himself. The final evening featured a candlelight commissioning
- sending forth the renewed participants to spread the
light of Jesus to the world. A reception followed the
final evening in the parish center. Thanks to Janet Burch
and her committee for a fine revival experience.