Author Archives for Sean Reilly

“I Go to Mass, but it Feels Like Nothing Changes”

The sacraments that Christ gave his church are powerful. They are life changing. But… they are not magic. Jesus Christ’s life, death, and resurrection makes salvation possible for all of us. But there is one key ingredient that only you [read more...]

Grilling With Father Gilbert, Round 1

“Grilling with Fr. Gilbert” was a live auction item at the OLW Celebrate 70! Soiree.  Because it was such a popular item, Father agreed to host second outing, so we had two winners! The first group of winners, — the [read more...]

Wednesday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time

Father Gilbert Mashurano presiding.

OLW Preschoolers Create a Garden for Mary

We are eager to further a love of nature in our PK friends (aka Gardening Angels) as we grow together with God. Thank you to our preschoolers for planting flowers in our Mary Garden/Preschool Flower Garden. Thank you to the parents [read more...]

Damp Weather, Warm Spirits at This Year’s Picnic

The weather was less than cooperative but didn’t dampen the spirits of those hearty parishioners attended this year’s Parish Picnic. The music was great and there was plenty of food and drink for everyone. We hope those who came had [read more...]

Living Parables

Whenever someone begins a sentence with, “This parable means…” I roll my eyes. (Sometimes I do this inwardly, to be polite. But I still do it.) We have a tendency to treat the parables like our mom’s favorite casserole recipe. [read more...]

Baby Bottles Due: June 16 & 17

It’s time to return the baby bottle you picked up on May 4-5! Bottles are due back Father’s Day weekend, June 16-17. Please drop your cash or check-filled bottles into the baskets located near all church entrances. If you choose [read more...]

Bible Study Intro: Blood in the Bible, Old and New Testaments

Kathleen Miller recently led a Bible study at Our Lady of the Wayside, focusing on the theme of Blood in the Old and New Testaments. She highlighted the symbolic significance of blood in covenants, sacrifices, and encounters between humanity and [read more...]

Memorial of Saint Barnabas, Apostle

Father Bill Zavaski presiding.

Join Us for Friday Morning Bible Study

You are invited to attend Friday Morning Bible Study, in the Cabrini Room of OLW Parish Center, for opening prayer at 9:30 am. Bible study also meets “live online” via Zoom, and welcomes homebound parishioners and participants outside our geographical [read more...]