Category Archives: Church and School – St. Joseph

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

A Christmas Gift and Wish

Posted on December 24, 2012 by

It’s Christmas Eve and I am just relaxing and thinking of my family and friends. Unfortunately, Judy is suffering from a very bad case of acute bronchitis and is having a very tough time between the coughing, the wheezing and … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Church and School - Holy Name, Church and School - Holy Trinity, Church and School - St. Joseph, Churches - Other, Duquesne Buildings, Duquesne Carnegie Library, Wintertime | 11 Comments

St. Joseph Angels – 1959

Posted on September 13, 2012 by

A HUGE “thank you” goes out to my friend and frequent “Duquesne Hunky” contributor Lou Andriko! After posting my request for scanned copies of photos of “our Duquesne” that you might have in your possession, Lou came through immediately! THANK … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - St. Joseph | 17 Comments

One of Duquesne’s Beautiful Ol’ Gals

Posted on September 10, 2012 by

September 9, 2012 would have been the 100th birthday of a very important part of many of our lives. In the September 13th issue of The Duquesne Times, an article appeared that annouced the opening of Duquesne’s newest school, Holy Name.  … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - St. Joseph | 21 Comments

Enjoying the Weed

Posted on July 9, 2012 by

Enjoying the Weed – What a Difference a Generation Makes! July 4th was a scorching hot day for me. I find it increasingly difficult to deal with blindingly sunny days and heat indices past 100°! I spent the day in … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - St. Joseph, Playing and Games | 2 Comments

Easter Perspective

Posted on April 5, 2012 by

I may have posted this picture before, but I liken it to pulling out your Christmas decorations each year. If you’re like me, many of our Christmas ornaments hold special memories and immediately put me into a Christmas mood. This photograph has … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - St. Joseph, Holidays - Non-Christmas and New Years, Springtime | 3 Comments

More of Duquesne’s Houses of Worship

Posted on March 21, 2012 by

After I became an altar boy at Holy Name, I looked forward to being scheduled for Stations of the Cross duty. Since we attended Holy Name School, we would always attend Stations of the Cross services each friday during Lent. … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - Holy Name, Church and School - Holy Trinity, Church and School - St. Joseph, Churches - Other | 23 Comments

Sunday, Sunday

Posted on October 10, 2011 by

First of all, I would like to apologize for not posting for over a week! Life throws you curve balls from time to time, and I’ve been dodging them all week. I woke this morning to a beautiful cool, crisp … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - Holy Name, Church and School - Holy Trinity, Church and School - St. Joseph, Life in General, My Hunky Family, Parents | 7 Comments