Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, his love endures forever. —1 Chronicles 16:34 Many thanks to Douglas Lynn, for an informative and interesting experience at our November luncheon meeting. He did a great job of explaining the history and workings of the handbell choir. I hope he will consent to return next…
This past Monday we had a Jon Moffat from Cyber Education Services come and talk to us about being smart when we use social media. After sharing a meal together, we went upstairs and had a hilarious and informative presentation on how social media can be a good tool and ways it can be a…
STM is a member of the San Diego Diocesan Mental Health Ministry Network (MHMN) and has made a commitment to become a faith community that both understands mental illness and can provide compassionate support. If you or a loved one is experiencing mental health challenges, or if you would like to find out how to…
The Parish’s Prayer Garden (north of the plaza) is available for praying the Rosary, the Stations of the Cross, or for personal prayer or meditation 24 hours a day.
Moms & Kids—Are you a mom with infant through school age children wanting to meet other moms in our Parish? Want to find a great way to meet friends for both you and your children? Join our dynamic and energetic Moms and Kids ministry! We have park play dates twice a month at a local…
We continue our journey through the month of November as we reflect upon Christian Stewardship, and reflect upon our Faith Community as a Parish for all seasons. Christian Stewardship is a way of living, living as Disciples of the Lord Jesus. Thus Christian Stewardship is, simply put: Discipleship being faithful to Jesus and to one…
This Tuesday, October 31, we celebrate Halloween. On Wednesday, November 1, we celebrate All Saints Day. On Thursday, November 2, we celebrate All Souls Day. A little bit of history and background will help us to better understand and celebrate these days: “Halloween is celebrated annually. But just how and when did this peculiar custom…
A story was once told about Sherlock Holmes and his faithful friend, Dr. Watson: Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson went on a camping trip. After a good meal and a bottle of wine they lay down in their tent for the night and went to sleep. Some hours later, Holmes awoke and nudged his faithful…
If you are interested in the works of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, a Jesuit priest and a paleontologist who died in the 1950s, I would encourage you to read his book, Letters from a Traveller. It is a compilation of his correspondence to a variety of people. The book is out of print, but copies…
From time to time I have the privilege of presiding over 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebrations. Each one is always a special moment for me, and I know it is for the family who celebrates. These celebrations remind us that permanent commitments are possible. And not only are they possible, they are incredibly needed today. Maybe…