Welcome to our Lost Sheep Blog. I’m so glad you found us here. I am Fr. Greg, a former lost sheep, who is now the shepherd (pastor) of the flock at Our Lady of the Visitation Parish in Darnestown, MD. This is a site for those who have been away from the Church or our parish, or who just feel lost in the world. It’s good to connect even if it’s just virtually here, and to know you are not alone.
Keeping it real
It is most enjoyable and most fruitful to be real about our all-important faith in the Son of God.
I have no idea where I am going
Here’s a very powerful and personal prayer which I thought might be helpful for you as it has been for me.
Ideas for Lent
Here are some ideas for the three disciplines of Lent that we gave to our Youth Group via Life Teen.
Snow and silence
Silence is necessary for hearing.
Something to think about at Christmas
Those who believe that the baby Jesus is God incarnate (in the flesh) can make an easier leap to believe that the Eucharistic Jesus is God incarnate.
Anointing of the Sick
Anointing of the Sick brings physical healing even though it is primarily for spiritual healing and strength.
Confession is a gift
We should rejoice when we experience forgiveness and reconciliation with God and the Church.
Game changer
There’s a stronger sense of His Real Presence. When it’s just you and Him, it’s especially intimate.
Spiritual fuel
Please gas up here when you’re low on spiritual fuel!
More joy in heaven
Rejoice with me because I have found my lost sheep.
The forgiveness business
‘To err is human; to forgive is divine’.
Even priests need a shepherd
Cardinal Gregory will visit OLVP on September 24, 2023.
Fathers Day
Our dads act as images of God the Father
Woman of worth
It has helped many women, especially young ones today, to see their great and immeasurable worth.
Miracle
But they are truly a beautiful family of faith who would be praising God no matter the results.
Catholic coaching
How cool would it be to have a “Catholic coach”!
Called by name
And in answering the call of the Good Shepherd, I will find my role in the Church and my purpose in this world.
Hearts burning
Our hearts yearn to burn for something or someone.
Season of joy
It is the Spirit who leads us, and hopefully instills His joy and peace in each one of us this Easter season.
Holy Week
You don’t have to do everything this week, but it’s very spiritually advantageous to do as much as you can.