Category Archives: Church and School – Holy Name

Remembering The Sights, Sounds and Smells of the Christmas of My Youth

Posted on December 21, 2013 by

There are so many memories that come rushing back to me at this time of year. Each one of my senses trigger a recollection of Christmastime. I consider these a few of MY favorite things: * The aroma that emanates … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Church and School - Holy Name, Life in General, Movies, Music, Radio and TV, Wintertime | 6 Comments

The Bricks of My Foundation

Posted on September 11, 2013 by

Childhood was a time of simplicity No cares, no woes, no anxiety. When the world was neat and good to all, When the universe was a chart on our classroom wall. Childhood was a time when we lived in dreams … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - Holy Name, Duquesne Buildings, Life in General, Miscellaneous, Visits to Duquesne | 22 Comments

30 Sights, Sounds and Smells of a Duquesne Summer

Posted on July 7, 2013 by

It has been unmercifully hot the past few nights here in Ocean Pines. I cannot remember the last time we were able to sleep with our windows open at night. We’ve become so dependent on air conditioning, I often wonder … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - Holy Name, Duquesne Carnegie Library, Duquesne High School, Duquesne Place, Food and Restaurants, Life in General, Miscellaneous, Playing and Games, Sports, Summertime, The Steel Mills | 45 Comments

Join “THE BAND” In A Duquesne Deluge of Prayers

Posted on May 20, 2013 by

In April, we all learned of Fr. Dennis’ health prognosis. It was at that time that I posted the news of his health issues and asked that we all join in on a deluge of prayers for Fr. Dennis. That … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - Holy Name, Church and School - St. Joseph, Churches - Other, Duquesne's Special Citizens | 2 Comments

A Duquesne Deluge of HOPE!

Posted on April 14, 2013 by

The power of prayer in itself is remarkable. I think we all believe that as part of our very being. However, the power of Duquesne prayer has proven itself to be very powerful. It was just 7 days ago that … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - Holy Name, Church and School - St. Joseph, Duquesne's Special Citizens | 9 Comments

A Duquesne Deluge of Prayers

Posted on April 8, 2013 by

I have often written about Fr. Dennis, Pastor of Christ the Light of the World, in Duquesne. Fr. Dennis is Pastor for the Holy Name site, the St. Hedwig site, and at the St. Joseph site. In December, 2011 after … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - Holy Name, Church and School - Holy Trinity, Church and School - St. Joseph, Churches - Other, Duquesne's Special Citizens | 60 Comments

Our Easter Celebration

Posted on March 28, 2013 by

As a Catholic child, a student of Holy Name Grade School, and an altar boy, the three days prior to Easter marked the most  pious and important days of the liturgical year. Although Holy Week officially began on Palm Sunday, … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - Holy Name, Church and School - Holy Trinity, Holidays - Non-Christmas and New Years, My Hunky Family, Parents, Springtime, Uncategorized | 21 Comments