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FOLLOWING CHRIST WITH AN OPEN HEART  Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, This Sunday, Jesus says: “Whoever wishes to come after Me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow Me.” Matthew 16:24 These words are challenging, but they are also an invitation. Jesus knows that each of us carries a cross. It may be a family difficulty, a financial concern, a broken relationship, loneliness, disappointment, or the daily struggle to remain faithful. Jesus…

Called to Serve, Grow, and Build Together   Dear Parishioners, This Sunday, the Gospel invites us to reflect on Jesus’ important question: “Who do you say that I am?” Peter responds with faith, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:15–16). Jesus then entrusts Peter with a special mission: “You are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church” (Matthew 16:18), and gives him “the keys to the kingdom…

She Wouldn’t Give Up, And Neither Should We Dear Brothers and Sisters, Have you ever prayed for something with all your heart and wondered if God was listening? Perhaps you have prayed for a sick loved one, a child or grandchild who has drifted from the faith, healing in your family, or peace in a difficult situation. Sometimes we pray for weeks, months, or even years, and begin to wonder: Lord, are You hearing me? This…

KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS  Dear Parish Family, Every one of us experiences storms in life. Some storms come suddenly, while others linger for months or even years. They may be concerns about our health, the loss of a loved one, worries about our children or grandchildren, financial pressures, or the uncertainty we see in our nation and throughout the world. Whatever form they take, storms can leave us feeling tired, anxious, and wondering what…

Bring What You Have – It Is Enough  Dear Brothers and Sisters, The Word of God for this Sunday reminds us of a beautiful truth: God can do amazing things with what we place in His hands. Every one of us has been blessed with something to give. It may be our time, our prayers, our kindness, our encouragement, or simply our faithful presence. Whatever it is, God can use it to bless others. In…

World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly 2026 “I will never forget you” (Isaiah 49:15) As we celebrate the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly on July 26, we give thanks to God for the important gift and mission of grandparents in our families and communities. Grandparents are not only keepers of family memories; they are guardians of faith, sources of wisdom and witnesses of God’s love. Through their prayers, presence, and example, they…

Trusting God’s Patient Love Dear Brothers and Sisters, We live in a world that often wants immediate results. We expect quick answers, instant solutions, and swift justice. Yet this Sunday’s readings remind us that God works differently. His patience is not delay or indifference. It is a sign of His great love and mercy. In the Gospel, Jesus tells the parable of the wheat and the weeds (Matthew 13:24–30). When the servants want to pull…

The Seed and the Soil: A Call to GrowDear Parish Family, This week, the Word of God gives us one of the most powerful and practical messages in all of Scripture — the story of the Sower, seeds, and the kind of soil we choose to be. It is a story that speaks directly to everyday life, because every single day we are faced with a choice: will we let the Word of God truly…