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Welcome to O'Hara Campus Ministry

Mission:

As the Heart of the Cardinal O’Hara Family, Campus Ministry exists to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ’s redeeming Love, to grow as disciples in that Love, to develop healthy relationships through that Love, to serve others with that Love, and to return that Love to God in worship.

US Bishops urge Prayer to Our Lady of Guadalupe for the end of the CoronaVirus Pandemic
Holy Virgin of Guadalupe, Queen of the Angels and Mother of the Americas. We fly to you today as your beloved children. We ask you to intercede for us with your Son, as you did at the wedding in Cana. Pray for us, loving Mother, and gain for our nation and world, and for all our families and loved ones, the protection of your holy angels, that we may be spared the worst of this illness. For those already afflicted, we ask you to obtain the grace of healing and deliverance. Hear the cries of those who are vulnerable and fearful, wipe away their tears and help them to trust. In this time of trial and testing, teach all of us in the Church to love one another and to be patient and kind. Help us to bring the peace of Jesus to our land and to our hearts. We come to you with confidence, knowing that you truly are our compassionate mother, health of the sick and cause of our joy. Shelter us under the mantle of your protection, keep us in the embrace of your arms, help us always to know the love of your Son, Jesus. Amen.
From Father Masson

Hello Cardinal O’Hara Family,

 

In the past week I have been reminded of the time right before I entered the Seminary. I was lucky enough to have a very close group of friends that prayed together each week and became very close. However as I enter the seminary, another moved into college, another moved because of a job and the group was broken apart. We meant so much to one another and were no longer able there. One of my friends said that we were going to be “Alone Together”. We were no longer with one another but we were together in spirit, in purpose, and especially in prayer.

 

In this time of pandemic and isolation we must remember that we are not alone but “Alone Together”. We are all in this together. Most especially, the Lord is with us. The feast of the Annunciation was great reminder that our God became man and took on human flesh to be with us. This time of Social Distancing means that we need strive even harder to stay connected in the ways we can, to each other, and to our God.

 

It is easy for us to give in to the temptations to be angry, lazy, frustrated, and remain isolated. However we can choose to continue living with meaning, intention, and purpose. We still have goals, classes, friendships, and families that need our effort, hard work, and attention. I urge you to not grow weary and become closed off to the world but engage and remain united to the important people in your lives, especially your friendship with Christ.

 

There are many ways that we can continue grow in our Friendship with God. Churches have adoration and Live stream Masses or devotions. Many companies and websites that provide daily meditations and prayers have made their Lenten Resources free. This is an opportunity to read scripture and spend time with the Word of God. Although public Masses are canceled we can still do our best to keep Holy the Sabbath. To assist in our efforts to continue our Faith Formation there are many helpful Links on the Ministry Page of the COHS Website and parish websites throughout Delaware County.

 

Know that you and your families are in my prayers and I ask that we all pray for one another, as we remain “Alone Together”.

 

God Bless,

Fr. John Masson

 

All public celebrations of Mass are canceled as response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. However the Commandment to keep Holy the Sabbath still remains. There are many ways for us to do this on our own and/or with our families and friends: 

 

    • There are links to Live Stream Mass from the Cathedral and many parishes in the area that help us to still come together in prayer. (Link Below)
    • We can find the readings for this Sunday, the 4th Sunday of Lent, and spend time in prayer meditating their meaning and what they are saying to you. I have added some links that may help. 
    • This a great time read good lenten reflections, a spiritual book, and most importantly spend time with scripture.
    • We can use this time to pray a Rosary
    • Take some time for another devotion for which may not normally have the time, such as the Divine Mercy Chaplet.
    • Read about and pray with the Saints.
    • Fast from noise and spend some time in silence.
         
        These are simply some suggestions and tips that may help. It is not an exhaustive list by any means.  There are many ways we can still do our best to Keep Holy the Sabbath Day and grow in our relationship with our God as we practice Social Distancing.
 
 
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