- Challenge, Identity, and Mission | Friar Reflections | The Ascension May 17, 2026 - Saints of God… the Lord be with you! In today’s Collect (opening prayer), the Church prays, “Gladden us with holy joys, almighty God…for the Ascension of Christ your Son is OUR Exaltation.” As I often say in O.C.I.A. classes, “Christianity is the most optimistic of all the world’s religions.” There is no greater optimism than … Read More Challenge, Identity, and Mission | Friar Reflections | The Ascension
- You’ll Never Walk Alone | Friar Reflections | Sixth Sunday of Easter May 10, 2026 - My Dear Friends, The readings for the Sixth Sunday of Easter this year take on a beautiful simplicity when seen through a Franciscan lens: God is not distant, and we are never alone—He is near, dwelling within us and all around us. In the Gospel of John, Jesus promises, “I will not leave you orphans,” … Read More You’ll Never Walk Alone | Friar Reflections | Sixth Sunday of Easter
- To the Table | From the Desk of the Pastor | May, 2026 May 3, 2026 - Dear Parishioners, Our parish joyfully congratulates the children who received First Holy Communion this weekend. After months of prayer, learning, and preparation, they approached the altar for the first time to receive Jesus in the Eucharist—an important and grace-filled milestone in their journey of faith. We give thanks for these young parishioners and for their … Read More To the Table | From the Desk of the Pastor | May, 2026
