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Saint + Elizabeth + Ann + Seton + ParishThe Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity: Deacon Bogdanoff(June 12, 2022) "People will not care how much you know until they know how much you care," is the old adage at the heart of Deacon Alex Bogdanoff's homily on this Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity.This is the same message, "Go there and make disciples of all nations," in Jesus's own words, in which He proclaims the Good News and sends us out to the world in need of change. 2022-06-1210 minSaint + Elizabeth + Ann + Seton + Parish5th Sunday of Easter: Deacon Bogdanoff(May 15, 2022) In his reflection to Scriptural readings for today, Deacon Alex Bogdanoff stated the existence of many different types of suffering: for our faith, as redemptive suffering, as well as the suffering from sickness or mental illness. Our Church, throughout the history, has been building hospitals to cure the sickness and alleviate the suffering. Thus, we need to pray for the suffering, Deacon Bodganoff said, "as this may be the time when abundant fruit is borne. We are brought in to share Christ's passion and be given the privilege of participating in His work of redemption so that God c...2022-05-1510 minSaint + Elizabeth + Ann + Seton + ParishFirst Sunday of Lent: Deacon Bogdanoff(March 5, 2022) Deacon Alex Bogdanoff shares a personal story of healing in his family with the intercession of the angels. 2022-03-0510 minSaint + Elizabeth + Ann + Seton + Parish6th Sunday in Ordinary Time: Deacon Bogdanoff(February 13, 2022) A walk in faith can result in a multitude of experiences. Even searching for true happiness may take you outside of the realm of true faith. Experiences vary, but we need to remember that only by obeying God's Word can we look forward to the true happiness, Deacon Alex Bogdanoff emphasized. Therefore, "trust in God as a source of true happiness."2022-02-1205 minSaint + Elizabeth + Ann + Seton + Parish2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time: Deacon Alex Bogdanoff(January 16, 2022) Deacon Alex Bogdanoff's reflection on today's Gospel reading is about the Wedding at Cana. "Let us imitate our Blessed Mother’s simple faith. Her Son will take care of the need. He will meet our physical and spiritual needs most abundantly, " Deacon Alex said. 2022-01-1607 minSaint + Elizabeth + Ann + Seton + Parish4th Sunday of Advent: Deacon Alex Bogdanoff(December 19, 2021) Did you know that prophecies are meant to encourage, build up, and console? That prophets themselves are messengers of God’s love, and that their prophecies are that very message? This is what is at the heart of Deacon Alex Bogdanoff’s message this Sunday. "By virtue of our baptism,: Deacon Bogdanoff said, the Holy Spirit dwells inside of us; He calls us to be His prophets. To follow His will, we first need to embrace His presence within us; then, pray to Him to guide our words and our actions; and lastly, step out in full con...2021-12-1807 minSaint + Elizabeth + Ann + Seton + ParishSolemnity of Christ the King: Deacon Alex Bogdanoff(November 21, 2021) Deacon Alex Bogdanoff, of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, reminded us that Jesus came into this life "not just to take part; King Jesus came to take over." He yearns for 100 percent of our being to follow His footsteps into His eternal Kingdom. To have a personal, intimate encounter with Jesus is "to experience His closeness, His friendship, and His love," Deacon Bogdanoff concluded.2021-11-2006 minSaint + Elizabeth + Ann + Seton + Parish23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time: Deacon Bogdanoff(September 5, 2021) Deacon Alex Bogdanoff, of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, invited us to reflect on our practical everyday lives: Is your life centered on seeing the less-fortunate ones through God's eyes? Do you walk an extra mile as a servant of our Lord helping the less-fortunate? How can we give "happy meals" to those in our lives who need our help? he asked.The answer is close at hand. It is a simple truth: "Love looks like action: You can have the best of intentions in your heart, but if you do not do anything, perhaps you wa...2021-09-0510 minSaint + Elizabeth + Ann + Seton + ParishWho Sent Jesus to the Cross (03-28-2021) Deacon Alex(April 28, 2021) In his Palm/Passion Sunday homily, Deacon Alex Bogdanoff looks at all those surrounding Jesus in His last hours and says, "Who sent Jesus to the cross? The answer may surprise you."2021-03-2804 minSaint + Elizabeth + Ann + Seton + Parish4th Sunday of Lent (03-14-21) Deacon Alex(March 13, 2021) Deacon Alex Bogdanoff reflects on the importance of establishing and strengthening our personal relationship with God. To live a Christ-centered life by the grace of God, one must learn first to trust God, regularly receive the Sacraments, and develop a rich, internal prayer life.2021-03-1310 min