Fr. Eugene O'Reilly, C.Ss.R., preached a four-day mission at Holy Cross Parish on the evenings of October 20-23, 2019

On the first evening, Fr. O'Reilly's topic was "Intimacy with God/Self". In speaking of our creation in the image and likeness of God, Fr. O'Reill explained, "When we look at one another, we are seeing a mirror, a reflection of God". 

On the second evening, Fr. O'Reilly spoke about  Beatitudes, Living the Values of Jesus Today . Fr. O'Reilly focused on the three Beautitudes: blessed are the poor in spirit, blessed are the meek, blessed are those who mourn. 

The third session was devoted to  "Reconciliation" - our need for reconciliation with God, each other and ourselves. 

Fr. O'Reilly spoke about  "Discipleship" on the fourth evening; his talk included an extended discussion of the meaning for us of the washing of the feet at the Last Supper.