Short History The Secular Franciscan Order, formally called the Third Order of St. Francis, is a community of men and women in the world, from all walks of life, who seek to pattern their lives after St. Francis of Assisi, and through him, after Christ Jesus. We are brothers and sisters in…

The Catholic Women’s League The Catholic Women’s League (CWL) is a national organization rooted in Gospel values calling its members to holiness through service to the people of God. The CWL is composed of Parish, Diocesan, and Provincial Councils. Why Belong?  What are you looking for?  Looking for Faith, Fun,…

Music ministry has been part of the Mass celebrations at OLPH since the founding years of the Parish.  There has been an enduring tradition of choirs including the memorable Sunday choir under the wonderful 40 year direction of the late Mary McNamee.  In the early 70’s a youth choir was…

The management of the corporal affairs of the Parish are the responsibility of the parishioners who elect 6 peers, known as church wardens, to a committee known as the Board of Wardens. A church warden is elected to a 3year mandate and may continue for a second mandate with a…

The Afro-Caribbean Community of our OLPH Parish We, members of the Afro-Caribbean group, firmly believe in the Universal Church and trust that the African and Caribbean Churches have something to contribute to enhancing the global Christian notions of celebrating the Eucharist and other blessed sacraments. Thus, we take great pride…

The committee of the leaders of the various parish organizations is called the Pastoral Council. The council meets monthly and is headed by a chairperson who presides over the meeting. The Parish priest is in attendance and a secretary records the minutes. At a Pastoral Council meeting, leaders of the…