What Kind of King Is He? We gather together this weekend to celebrate the Eucharist on the Feast of Christ the King. Jesus is our King. We are his servants. But what kind of King is he? The answer to that question will determine what kind of servants we are called to be. As we…
Perseverance in a Time of a Pandemic I wrote this Pastor’s Column several years ago. It is worth reflecting upon again, especially in these days of the pandemic. One of the strengths we need more than ever is perseverance. We are still walking through these days with no end yet really in sight. We walk…
My Dear Friends, Due to the updated County COVID-19 Directives issued in the last day or two, STM is on the move again! Beginning this weekend, all Masses (Weekend, Daily, Funerals, Weddings, and Baptisms) with more than 10 people will be outside on the plaza. Masks will be needed; spatial distancing will be required; temperatures…
My Sisters and Brothers in Christ, I share with you St. Padre Pio’s Prayer after Holy Communion. Here is one more Prayer/Reflection that will help us move through these difficult days. Hang on to Jesus! Hang on to STM, your Faith Family! Stay with Me Lord! Stay with me, Lord, for it is necessary to…
Remembering Those Who Have Gone Before Us in Death Tomorrow, Monday, November 2, we celebrate the Feast of All Souls. During the month of November, we remember, in a special way, all who have gone before us in death. The experience of the death of a loved one is always a “reality check” for us.…
Come Follow Me! As Jesus began his ministry, he soon discovered that there were people attracted to him and to his message: “Repent, the Kingdom of Heaven is in your midst!” These men and women who became his Disciples and some his Apostles began asking many questions of Jesus. They were eager to learn more…
Hang on to Jesus! There is no need for me to tell you how difficult these days are for you as individuals and as families and households. We all have our stories to tell. We are living in the midst of having to make painful choices in all areas of our lives: finances, work and…
Faith Is… In these difficult times in the world and in the church, our faith, and the living out of our faith, is more important than ever. I share with you my favorite definitions of faith as well as my own definition. To have faith is to trust yourself to the water. When you…
Faith Is… (Part Five) Three years ago, I asked Parishioners to share with me what faith meant to them. I received many responses. And I shared their responses with the Parish. In these days of the Pandemic and social unrest in our Nation, this is a good time to once again reflect on Faith. For…
Faith is… (Part Four) Three years ago, I asked Parishioners to share with me what faith meant to them. I received many responses. And I shared their responses with the Parish. In these days of the Pandemic and social unrest in our Nation, this is a good time to once again reflect on Faith. For…