December 8 Each year on December 8, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, honoring the singular grace given to Mary at the very first moment of her existence. Many Catholics understandably confuse this feast with the virginal conception of Jesus, but today’s...
As we approach Thanksgiving Day, our hearts turn naturally toward gratitude—gratitude for God’s providence, for the blessings of family and friends, and for the many ways the Lord has been at work in our parish throughout the year. But for us as Catholics, thanksgiving is not simply...
Witnesses of Christ in the Soil of Vietnam Each year on November 24, the Church pauses to honor Saint Andrew Dŭng-Lạc and the 116 companions who sealed their faith with their blood in Vietnam. Their story rises like a bright flame against the backdrop of a difficult century, and it...
The month of November holds a special place in the Church’s year. As autumn fades and the liturgical year draws to a close, the Church invites us to reflect on the mysteries of death, judgment, and eternal life—truths that are not meant to bring fear, but hope. We begin November...
As November begins, the Church turns her gaze toward the mystery of the Communion of Saints—the bond that unites all who belong to Christ: those in heaven, those being purified, and those still on their earthly pilgrimage. The first two days of the month invite us to reflect on the...
A Note from Father Connelly Dear friends, I want to reassure you that we take the safety of everyone at Mass very seriously. As part of our security measures, the side entrances and the doors to the lower level are locked shortly after Mass begins. This helps ensure that our church remains a...
October 20 Saint Paul of the Cross (1694–1775) is remembered as a man of deep prayer, burning love for Christ Crucified, and tireless zeal for the salvation of souls. Born in Ovada, Italy, Paul Danei grew up in a devout family and from an early age felt drawn to a life of holiness and...
The Catholic Church teaches that angels and demons are real spiritual beings created by God. They play an important role in the history of salvation and continue to act in the world today. While popular culture often portrays them in exaggerated or distorted ways, Catholic theology gives us a...
September 29 On September 29, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Archangels: Saints Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael. These powerful messengers of God appear throughout Scripture, each entrusted with a unique role in God’s plan of salvation. Saint Michael the Archangel Michael is known...
On September 27, the Church celebrates the Memorial of Saint Vincent de Paul, a priest whose life and mission earned him the title “Apostle of Charity.” Born in 1581 in Gascony, France, Vincent was ordained a priest at the young age of 19. At first, he sought comfort and security in...
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