Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church Monday after Pentecost In 2018, Pope Francis established a new universal memorial in the Church’s liturgical calendar: the Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church. Celebrated each year on the Monday following...
As we enter the month of June, the Church invites us to turn our hearts toward one of the most profound devotions in Catholic tradition: the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This devotion is not simply a pious image or an old-fashioned practice—it is a vibrant, living reminder of Christ’s...
This Monday, our nation pauses to observe Memorial Day—a time to remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. As Catholics, we recognize in their sacrifice a profound witness to the words of Our Lord: “Greater love has no one than this, that...
A collection of the following items will start now through June 1st for Brittany’s Place, a local shelter for young girls and teens who are victims of or at risk for human trafficking. Please drop off your clearly marked donations in the Giving Center located at the main entrance. Hygiene...
Throughout the centuries, thirteen popes have chosen the name Leo, a name associated with strength, leadership, and theological depth. Five of these popes—Leo I, Leo II, Leo III, Leo IV, and Leo IX—have been canonized as saints, underscoring the profound impact of their...
“My sheep hear my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” The voice of the Good Shepherd is a guiding voice. It is a call to trust, to surrender, and to follow with unwavering faith. On Good Shepherd Sunday we rejoice that Jesus, the Good Shepherd, calls us his own. We belong to...
What We Believe: Survey Results and Reflections Thank you to more then 650 parishioners who took our recent survey on key Catholic beliefs. Your responses gave us valuable insight into the strengths and needs of our parish’s faith formation. Below are the survey questions, the correct...
HEALTH and WELLNESS CORNER What is Mental Health? According to the Mayo Clinic, Mental Health is "The overall wellness of how you think, behave and manage your feelings. A mental health condition may be present when patterns or changes in thinking, feeling or behaving cause distress or disrupt a...
“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” – John 10:11 With deep sorrow and abiding faith in the promise of the Resurrection, the Church mourns the passing of Pope Francis, the 266th successor of St. Peter and Supreme Pontiff of the Roman...
The tomb is empty. Christ is risen. The Resurrection is not just the conclusion of the Paschal Mystery—it is the heart of Christian hope. This truth has echoed through every century, shaping the prayers, preaching, and witness of the saints. Today, as we celebrate Easter, we listen to...
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