Mass Schedule
All Celebrations will be outside, in front of the Community Center until further notice. The Sunday, 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (Spanish) Masses, Daily Masses, Weekday Spanish Masses, and Eucharistic Adoration will be livestreamed on our Facebook page. After the celebration, the recordings will also be available on our YouTube channel and website. The dispensation of attending Mass on Sundays and days of obligation will continue until further notice.
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SUNDAY MASS
DAILY MASS (Monday-Saturday)
PERSONAL PRAYER
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WEEKDAY SPANISH MASS
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AND BENEDICTION
CONFESSION
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Thank you for being a blessing to the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church! We ask that you keep our parish community in your prayers during this difficult time and continue to provide your support to the parish. You may contribute through our ConnectNow Online Giving portal by clicking on the ConnectNow Giving image below. We also have text giving to make it easy to donate from your phone.
You may also drop off your donation in the mail slot at the Ministry Center (located at 6715 Leesburg Place, Stockton, CA 95207) or send it through the US Postal Service. An additional option is for you to contact your banking institution to set up an automatic debit transfer to the parish.
For details on the various methods of contributing, please visit our contribution page by clicking here (or select 'Contribute' from the menu at the top of the page.)
You may also drop off your donation in the mail slot at the Ministry Center (located at 6715 Leesburg Place, Stockton, CA 95207) or send it through the US Postal Service. An additional option is for you to contact your banking institution to set up an automatic debit transfer to the parish.
For details on the various methods of contributing, please visit our contribution page by clicking here (or select 'Contribute' from the menu at the top of the page.)
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Bishop's Ministry Appeal
This year, our parish goal is to have at least 800 of our parish families pledge and donate to the annual Bishop's Ministry Appeal. As of July 1, 2020 we have 268 families who have pledged! To pledge towards this year's goal, please click the 'Bishop's Ministry Appeal' image. Be sure to designate 2020-Church of the Presentation-Stockton as the parish you are pledging for. |
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Updates
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Congratulations on your anniversary of the priesthood! May God continue to bless you with wisdom, grace, and peace. We pray that God grants you joy in shepherding His flock for many years to come and that you enjoy abundant blessings in your priestly ministry. - from your Presentation family.
¡Felicitaciones por su aniversario del sacerdocio! Que Dios continúe bendiciéndolo con sabiduría, gracia y paz. Oramos para que Dios le conceda gozo al pastorear su rebaño por muchos años y que disfrute de abundantes bendiciones en su ministerio sacerdotal. - de parte de su familia de Presentación.
¡Felicitaciones por su aniversario del sacerdocio! Que Dios continúe bendiciéndolo con sabiduría, gracia y paz. Oramos para que Dios le conceda gozo al pastorear su rebaño por muchos años y que disfrute de abundantes bendiciones en su ministerio sacerdotal. - de parte de su familia de Presentación.
Smartphone App and Bulletin / aplicación para TELÉFONOS INTELIGENTES Y BOLETÍN
PARISH SMARTPHONE APP
Church of the Presentation is excited to announce the anticipated release of our own parish smartphone app. This new app is now available for parishioners to download on both Apple iPhones and Android phones. We expect the features and capabilities of our new app to foster a stronger sense of community and faith in the daily lives of all parishioners. Church of the Presentation will be able to communicate quickly and easily with all parishioners via messages and notifications to keep you in the loop with what is going on in our Church. You will then be able to quickly reply to messages. Other features will include:
As you can see, this app offers a lot of capabilities for improving parish communication and serving as a faith-building resource. It is well-thought out and should become a real asset to complement our daily faith lives. Please pass this info along to anyone who may be interested or whom it may benefit from the Church of the Presentation App. The more people who use and participate, the stronger our Catholic community will become. Download our app today by clicking here, at myparishapp.com, or search your phone's app store for "myparish". 
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APLICACIÓN PARROQUIAL PARA TELÉFONOS INTELIGENTES
La iglesia de la Presentación se complace en anunciar el lanzamiento anticipado de nuestra propia aplicación parroquial para teléfonos inteligentes. Esta nueva aplicación es ahora disponible para que los feligreses la descarguen en los teléfonos Apple iPhone y Android. Esperamos que las características y capacidades de nuestra nueva aplicación fomenten un sentido más fuerte de comunidad y fe en la vida diaria de todos los feligreses. La Iglesia de la Presentación podrá comunicarse rápida y fácilmente con todos los feligreses a través de mensajes y notificaciones para mantenerlo al tanto de lo que está sucediendo en nuestra Iglesia. Entonces podrá responder rápidamente a los mensajes. Otras características incluirán:
Como puede ver, esta aplicación ofrece muchas capacidades para mejorar la comunicación de la parroquia y servir como un recurso de construcción de fe. Está bien pensado y debería convertirse en un activo real para complementar nuestra vida diaria de fe. Comparta esta información a cualquier persona que pueda estar interesada o que pueda beneficiarse de la aplicación Iglesia de la Presentación. Cuantas más personas usen y participen, más fuerte se volverá nuestra comunidad católica. Descargue nuestra aplicación hoy en myparishapp.com o busque "myparish" en la tienda de aplicaciones de su teléfono. 
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We have a BRAND NEW BULLETIN!
We are excited to start using our new publisher, LPi. Our weekly bulletins will be available:
Printed bulletins are currently not available per the guidance of the public health officials and our diocese. It's not too late to place an advertisement in our bulletins! The ad section will be included in the online and emailed version! To learn more, you can either call Gina at (916) 200-8979, or email her at GShaughnessy@4LPi.com. Thank you for your consideration and support! |
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FR. MARK'S REFLECTIONS AND ARTICLES / REFLEXIONES Y ARTÍCULOS DEL P. MARK
To read Fr. Mark's articles, please click on the links below.
Saint Robert Bellarmaine
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux
Padre Pio of Pietrelcina
23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - September 6, 2020
Saint Josephine Bakhita (English)
Santa Josefina Bakhita (Spanish)
Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (English)
Santa Teresa Benedicta de la Cruz (Spanish)
Venerable Augustus Tolton (English)
Saint Robert Bellarmaine
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux
Padre Pio of Pietrelcina
23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - September 6, 2020
Saint Josephine Bakhita (English)
Santa Josefina Bakhita (Spanish)
Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (English)
Santa Teresa Benedicta de la Cruz (Spanish)
Venerable Augustus Tolton (English)
Second Collections / Segundas colecciones
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September 2020:
September 20, 2020: Catholic Charities September 27, 2020: Religious Education Ministries October 2020: October 4, 2020: Respect Life Ministry October 11, 2020: Building & Maintenance October 18, 2020: World Mission Sunday October 25, 2020: Parish School Scholarship November 2020: November 1, 2020: All Saints Day November 2, 2020: All Souls Day November 8, 2020: Building & Maintenance November 15, 2020: Parish Assessment November 26, 2020: Thanksgiving November 29, 2020: Catholic Campaign for Human Development December 2020: December 6, 2020: Building & Maintenance No date: Christmas Flowers December 8, 2020: Immaculate Conception December 13, 2020: Retirement Fund for Religious December 25, 2020: Christmas |
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Employment opportunities
OUR PARISH
To view more information about the position, please click here or visit the ‘Employment Opportunities’ page on our website.
DIOCESE OF STOCKTON
To view more information about either of these positions, please click here or visit the ‘Employment Opportunities’ page on the Diocese of Stockton website.
- YOUTH MINISTER - FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME - PRESENTATION CHURCH: This position implements the parish’s commitment to total youth ministry in a comprehensive manner. Youth Ministry’s overall goal is to evangelize youth in five ways: formation, fellowship, liturgy, service, and family life.
To view more information about the position, please click here or visit the ‘Employment Opportunities’ page on our website.
DIOCESE OF STOCKTON
- Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Stockton is looking for a capable, diligent Financial Controller to manage the accounting operations of the agency, as well as cash management and risk management, along with supervising all accounting staff.
- The Diocese of Stockton Pastoral Center has an opening for a Staff Accountant.
- The Hispanic Apostolate, Hispanic Youth & YA Ministry, and Migrant Ministry has an opening for a full-time, non-exempt Administrative Assistant.
To view more information about either of these positions, please click here or visit the ‘Employment Opportunities’ page on the Diocese of Stockton website.
EVENTS
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Pick the park you want to work at. If you have no preference do not give a park name in your email. We will place you where you are needed, works better for us that way. Bring: Gloves, a shovel, a pickaxe if you have one, post hole digger the same if you have one, some water, MASKS! You need not wear them when you are digging.
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Celebrating Mass During CoVID-19 / Misa Durante COVID-19
We are Celebrating Outside!As you are aware, due to the increased number of coronavirus cases in our county, indoor worship services have been suspended. Outdoor Masses are an option.
Please remember that the obligation to attend Mass has been dispensed and is still in effect. According to the San Joaquin Office of Emergency Services, “Staying home is still safest. It’s important for San Joaquin County residents to continue staying at home as much as possible, and do their part to keep everyone healthy.” BE READY! Be ready to be kind, caring, supportive, patient, and alert. Most of all, be ready to worship God and celebrate with us in a safe environment. |
¡Ahora Estamos celebrando afuera!Como ustedes saben, debido al aumento en el número de casos de coronavirus en nuestro condado, los servicios litúrgicos en interiores han sido suspendidos. Las Misas al aire libre son una opción.
Recuerde que la obligación de asistir a Misa se ha dispensado y aún está vigente. Según la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia de San Joaquín, “Quedarse en casa sigue siendo lo más seguro. Es importante que los residentes del condado de San Joaquín continúen en casa tanto como sea posible y hagan su parte para mantener a todos saludables". ¡ESTÉN LISTOS! Prepárese para ser amable, atento, solidario, paciente y alerta. Sobre todo, prepárate para adorar a Dios y celebrar con nosotros en un ambiente seguro. |
contact information/información de contacto
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Parish Pandemic Procedures Update
During this time of pandemic, the Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary is implementing all the safety procedures that are required, as well as many additional precautions that are recommended for the safety of our community members. These include cleaning, disinfecting, and the use of masks, thermometers, and proper social distancing. We gather contact information of everyone who attends all Masses, just in case we have to call everyone who attended a particular Mass. This has happened two times in recent weeks. We had to notify everyone who attended two of our Masses here at Presentation, because we later learned that those two Masses had been attended by someone who later tested positive for coronavirus. In both cases, the person attending the Mass did not have any symptoms while attending the Mass, practiced social distancing while attending the Mass, and had conformed to the all established protocols of the parish. They assured us that they did not come in close contact with others at the Mass. Nevertheless, a parish staff member notified each of those who had attended those Masses, just to inform them that they should be alert for symptoms. We also called them again two weeks later in an effort to make sure that our safety protocols at Mass were effective and that no one became infected by attending either of the Masses. One of these Masses was a Confirmation Mass celebrated on June 29 for our parish school families, and the other was our 5:00 p.m. Mass on July 5. We are providing this information so that everyone can make informed decisions about whether they wish to attend our Masses during the pandemic. If anyone tests positive for coronavirus, please notify the parish right away (209-472-2150) so that we can notify those who were present at the Mass or service you attended. The information received will be handled in a confidential manner. |
Actualización de los Procedimientos de la Pandemia Parroquial
Durante este tiempo de pandemia, la Iglesia de la Presentación de la Santísima Virgen María está implementando todos los procedimientos de seguridad que se requieren, así como muchas precauciones adicionales que se recomiendan para la seguridad de los miembros de nuestra comunidad. Estos incluyen la limpieza, desinfección y el uso de máscarillas, termómetros y distanciamiento social adecuado. Recopilamos información de contacto de todos los que asisten a todas las Misas, en caso de que tengamos que llamar a todos los que asistieron a una Misa en particular. Esto ha sucedido dos veces en las últimas semanas. Tuvimos que notificar a todos los que asistieron a dos de nuestras Misas aquí en Presentación, porque más tarde supimos que esas dos Misas habían sido atendidas por alguien que luego dio positivo por coronavirus. En ambos casos, la persona que asistía a la Misa no tenía ningún síntoma mientras asistía a la Misa, practicaba el distanciamiento social mientras asistía a la Misa y se había conformado con todos los protocolos establecidos de la parroquia. Nos aseguraron que no entraron en contacto cercano con otros en la Misa. Sin embargo, un miembro del personal de la parroquia notificó a cada uno de los que habían asistido a esas Misas, solo para informarles que deberían estar atentos a los síntomas. También los llamamos nuevamente dos semanas después en un esfuerzo por asegurarnos de que nuestros protocolos de seguridad en la Misa fueran efectivos y que nadie se infectara al asistir a cualquiera de las Misas. Una de estas Misas fue una Misa de confirmación celebrada el 29 de junio para las familias de nuestras escuelas parroquiales, y la otra fue a la Misa de 5:00 p.m. el 5 de julio. Estamos proporcionando esta información para que todos puedan tomar decisiones informadas sobre si desean asistir a nuestras Misas durante la pandemia. Si alguien da positivo por coronavirus, notifique a la parroquia de inmediato (209-472-2150) para que podamos notificar a quienes estuvieron presentes en la Misa o al servicio al que asistió. La información recibida será tratada de manera confidencial. |
COVID-19 Protocols/Protocolos COVID-19
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Dear Parishioners,
In an effort to protect all of you, we have been following protocols from the Diocese of Stockton, the State of California, the CDC, and the San Joaquin Public Health Department. These protocols include the following:
If you live in the same household, you may sit together; otherwise, you need to practice safe social distancing.
We are required to collect names and phone numbers of those attending Mass, prayer time, Adoration, etc. in case someone contracts COVID-19. We then will notify all those who were present. This is handled in a confidential manner. It has come to our attention that some people are saying they do not want to give out such information and that other parishes are not doing this. If you choose to come to Presentation, this is a requirement. Otherwise, you have the option of viewing Mass on Facebook or YouTube.
Please remember to enter through McClellan Way. Please follow the instructions of the attendants. Going forward, the parking lot will be closed to vehicles once Mass begins. This is for your safety as well as to minimize distractions during Mass. Please remember that we are following these directives to keep you safe. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please continue to pray for an end to the pandemic. |
Estimados Feligreses,
En un esfuerzo para protegerlos a todos, hemos estado siguiendo los protocolos de la Diócesis de Stockton, el Estado de California, los del Centro de Control de Enfermedades (CDC) y el Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de San Joaquín. Estos protocolos incluyen lo siguiente:
Si viven en el mismo hogar, pueden sentarse juntos; de lo contrario, debe practicar un distanciamiento social seguro.
Se nos ha llamado a la atención que algunas personas están diciendo que no quieren dar tal información y que otras parroquias no lo están haciendo. Si elige asistir a la Presentación, este es un requisito. De lo contrario, tiene la opción de ver la Misa en Facebook o YouTube.
Recuerde ingresar por McClellan Way. Siga las instrucciones de los Asistentes. En el futuro, el estacionamiento estará cerrado a los vehículos una vez que comience la Misa. Esto es por su seguridad y para minimizar las distracciones durante la Misa. Recuerde que estamos siguiendo estas directivas para mantener su seguridad. Para las Misas de fin de semana en Español: Solo cuatro carros en total podrán estacionarse en los espacios de estacionamiento que dan al Centro Comunitario (dos autos frente al garaje del Centro del Ministerio y dos en el otro extremo junto a la pasarela que conduce al Centro del Ministerio). Las personas pueden estacionarse junto a las salas de reuniones, pero deben permanecer en sus carros o delante de ellos. Los otros espacios de estacionamiento a lo largo del costado del garaje (espacios intermedios) son para que las personas se sienten en sillas. Todavía se requiere un espacio entre cada automóvil y las personas sentadas en sillas practicando las pautas de distanciamiento social. Gracias por su comprensión y cooperación. Continúe orando por el fin de la pandemia. |
Upcoming Liturgical Celebrations
MASS TIMES/TIEMPOS DE MISA
All celebrations will be outside, in front of the Community Center until further notice. The Sunday, 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (Spanish) Masses will be livestreamed on our Facebook page. After the celebration, the recordings will also be available on our YouTube channel and website. The dispensation of attending Mass on Sundays and days of obligation will continue until further notice.
SUNDAY MASS/DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNION
DAILY MASS (Monday-Saturday)
WEEKDAY SPANISH MASS
SUNDAY MASS/DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNION
- 7:00 pm Saturday (Vigil in Spanish, also Livestreamed on Facebook)
- 7:00 am
- 8:45 am
- 10:30 am (also Livestreamed on Facebook)
- 4:00 pm (Distribution of Communion)
- 7:00 pm (Spanish)
DAILY MASS (Monday-Saturday)
- 7:00 AM
WEEKDAY SPANISH MASS
- 5:30 PM on Tuesdays
- 7:00 PM on the First Friday of Every Month
Todas las celebraciones están afuera, frente al Centro Comunitario hasta nuevo aviso. Se transmitirán en vivo en nuestra página de Facebook. Después de la celebración, las grabaciones también estarán disponibles en nuestro sitio web y canal de YouTube. La dispensa de asistir a misa los domingos y días de obligación continuará hasta nuevo aviso.
MISA DOMINICAL/DISTRIBUCION DE LA COMUNION
MISA DIARIA (Lunes-Sábado)
MISA EN ESPAÑOL LOS DÍAS DE LA SEMANA
Nuestras celebraciones litúrgicas y mensajes se pueden encontrar en nuestra página de Facebook y nuestro canal de YouTube. Asegúrese de suscribirse para recibir notificaciones de nuevos videos.
MISA DOMINICAL/DISTRIBUCION DE LA COMUNION
- 7:00 pm Sábado (Vigilia en Español, también vivo en Facebook)
- 7:00 AM
- 8:45 AM
- 10:30 AM (también vivo en Facebook)
- 4:00 PM (Distribución de Comunión)
- 7:00 PM (Español)
MISA DIARIA (Lunes-Sábado)
- 7:00 AM (En vivo en Facebook)
MISA EN ESPAÑOL LOS DÍAS DE LA SEMANA
- 5:30 PM on Martes (En vivo en Facebook)
- 7:00 PM on el Primer Viernes de Cada Mes (En vivo en Facebook)
Nuestras celebraciones litúrgicas y mensajes se pueden encontrar en nuestra página de Facebook y nuestro canal de YouTube. Asegúrese de suscribirse para recibir notificaciones de nuevos videos.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION/ADORACIÓN EUCARÍSTICA
Celebrate our weekly Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on Thursdays from 5:45 to 6:45 PM. All celebrations will be outside, in front of the Community Center until further notice. “This is an extension of the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament which occurs in every Mass: ‘Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sins of the world. Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb.’ Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament flows from the sacrifice of the Mass and serves to deepen our hunger for Communion with Christ and the rest of the Church” (USCCB). For more information on Eucharistic Devotion, please click here.
Please note, for your safety and those of our Church community:
1. Face coverings are required (2 years and older).
2. Maintain social distancing.
3. Refrain from congregating before and/or after the celebration.
Those who attend our celebration do so at their own risk. Vulnerable, at-risk, and otherwise concerned persons should remain home. Anyone with the slightest symptoms or feelings of sickness must remain home.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Please note, for your safety and those of our Church community:
1. Face coverings are required (2 years and older).
2. Maintain social distancing.
3. Refrain from congregating before and/or after the celebration.
Those who attend our celebration do so at their own risk. Vulnerable, at-risk, and otherwise concerned persons should remain home. Anyone with the slightest symptoms or feelings of sickness must remain home.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Celebre nuestra adoración semanal del Santísimo Sacramento los jueves de 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 PM. Todas las celebraciones serán afuera, frente al Centro Comunitario hasta nuevo aviso. “Ésta es una extensión de la adoración del Santísimo Sacramento que ocurre en cada Misa: ‘He aquí el Cordero de Dios, he aquí el que quita los pecados del mundo. Bienaventurados los llamados a la cena del Cordero’. La exposición del Santísimo Sacramento fluye del sacrificio de la Misa y sirve para profundizar nuestra hambre de comunión con Cristo y el resto de la Iglesia” (USCCB). Para obtener más información sobre la devoción eucarística, haga clic aquí.
Tenga en cuenta, para su seguridad y la de nuestra comunidad de la Iglesia:
1. Se requieren cubiertas faciales (edades 2 años y más) .
2. Mantener el distanciamiento social.
3. Abstenerse congregarse antes y / o después de la celebración.
Los que asisten a nuestra celebración lo hacen bajo su propio riesgo. Las personas vulnerables, en riesgo y de otra manera preocupadas deben permanecer en sus hogares. Cualquier persona con los síntomas más leves o sentimientos de enfermedad debe permanecer en casa.
¡Esperamos celebrarlo contigo!
Tenga en cuenta, para su seguridad y la de nuestra comunidad de la Iglesia:
1. Se requieren cubiertas faciales (edades 2 años y más) .
2. Mantener el distanciamiento social.
3. Abstenerse congregarse antes y / o después de la celebración.
Los que asisten a nuestra celebración lo hacen bajo su propio riesgo. Las personas vulnerables, en riesgo y de otra manera preocupadas deben permanecer en sus hogares. Cualquier persona con los síntomas más leves o sentimientos de enfermedad debe permanecer en casa.
¡Esperamos celebrarlo contigo!
CONFESSIONS/CONFESIONES
Confessions will be available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5:00 PM and Saturday at 8:30 AM in front of the church.
“Peace be with you!” With these words, the Risen Lord greeted his frightened Apostles in the Upper Room on the day of his Resurrection. They were troubled, anxious, and fearful—much like each one of us at some point in our lives. Christ repeated the words, “Peace be with you.” But then he added, Receive the holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them” (Jn 20:19-23).
Please enter from Harrisburg and wait along the oleander bushes on McClellan if there is a long line. Please follow signs.
For your protection and the protection of our priests, if you are coming to confession in a car or by walking up, wear a mask and maintain safe social distancing of at least six (6) feet.
“Peace be with you!” With these words, the Risen Lord greeted his frightened Apostles in the Upper Room on the day of his Resurrection. They were troubled, anxious, and fearful—much like each one of us at some point in our lives. Christ repeated the words, “Peace be with you.” But then he added, Receive the holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them” (Jn 20:19-23).
Please enter from Harrisburg and wait along the oleander bushes on McClellan if there is a long line. Please follow signs.
For your protection and the protection of our priests, if you are coming to confession in a car or by walking up, wear a mask and maintain safe social distancing of at least six (6) feet.
Las confesiones estarán disponibles Lunes, Miércoles, y Viernes a las 5:00 PM y los Sábados a las 8:30 AM frente a la iglesia.
“¡La paz esté con ustedes!” Con estas palabras el Señor Resucitado saludó a sus asustados Apóstoles en el Cenáculo el día de su Resurrección. Estaban confundidos, ansiosos y temerosos, muy parecido a como nos sentimos nosotros en algún momento de nuestras vidas. Cristo repitió estas palabras, “La paz esté con ustedes.” Pero entonces añadió, “Reciban el Espíritu Santo. A quienes ustedes perdonen los pecados, queden perdonados” (Jn 20:19-23).
Ingrese desde Harrisburg y espere a lo largo de los arbustos de adelfas en McClellan si hay una larga cola. Siga las indicaciones. Para su protección y la protección de nuestros sacerdotes, si va a confesarse en un automóvil o al caminar, use una máscara y mantenga un distanciamiento social seguro de al menos seis (6) pies.
“¡La paz esté con ustedes!” Con estas palabras el Señor Resucitado saludó a sus asustados Apóstoles en el Cenáculo el día de su Resurrección. Estaban confundidos, ansiosos y temerosos, muy parecido a como nos sentimos nosotros en algún momento de nuestras vidas. Cristo repitió estas palabras, “La paz esté con ustedes.” Pero entonces añadió, “Reciban el Espíritu Santo. A quienes ustedes perdonen los pecados, queden perdonados” (Jn 20:19-23).
Ingrese desde Harrisburg y espere a lo largo de los arbustos de adelfas en McClellan si hay una larga cola. Siga las indicaciones. Para su protección y la protección de nuestros sacerdotes, si va a confesarse en un automóvil o al caminar, use una máscara y mantenga un distanciamiento social seguro de al menos seis (6) pies.
OUR PARISH - Twenty-Sixth SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME/Vigésimo QuinTO DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO
. . . since he has turned away from all the sins that he has committed, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
- Ezekiel 18:28
He guides the humble to justice, and teaches the humble his way. - Psalm 25:9
. . . he humbled himself, becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. - Philippians 2:8
“Son, go out and work in the vineyard today.” He said in reply, “I will not,” but afterwards changed his mind and went.- Matthew 21:28-29
The first son replied to his father, “I will not” when asked to go into the vineyard. Changing one’s mind, and more importantly, one’s heart, can be an act of humility. When we realize that we need to make a change, need to rethink and rework our path, we do so in humility and truth.
Webster defines humility as “not proud or haughty, not arrogant or assertive; reflecting, expressing, or offered in a spirit of deference or submission.”
As Jesus emptied and humbled himself, let us ask for the grace of humility, for the grace to let go of our plans, ideas, and ways. Let us turn away from our sins and move toward Christ and enter into the self-emptying that brings about true fullness.
- Ezekiel 18:28
He guides the humble to justice, and teaches the humble his way. - Psalm 25:9
. . . he humbled himself, becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. - Philippians 2:8
“Son, go out and work in the vineyard today.” He said in reply, “I will not,” but afterwards changed his mind and went.- Matthew 21:28-29
The first son replied to his father, “I will not” when asked to go into the vineyard. Changing one’s mind, and more importantly, one’s heart, can be an act of humility. When we realize that we need to make a change, need to rethink and rework our path, we do so in humility and truth.
Webster defines humility as “not proud or haughty, not arrogant or assertive; reflecting, expressing, or offered in a spirit of deference or submission.”
As Jesus emptied and humbled himself, let us ask for the grace of humility, for the grace to let go of our plans, ideas, and ways. Let us turn away from our sins and move toward Christ and enter into the self-emptying that brings about true fullness.
VIGÉSIMO SEXTO DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO
. . ."28.Ha abierto los ojos y se ha apartado de todos los crímenes que había cometido; vivirá sin duda, no morirá." Ezequiel, 18 - Bíblia Católica Online
"conduce en la justicia a los humildes, y a los pobres enseña su sendero." Salmos, 25 - Bíblia Católica Online
. . . "8.y se humilló a sí mismo, obedeciendo hasta la muerte y muerte de cruz." Filipenses, 2 - Bíblia Católica Online
"Un hombre tenía dos hijos. Llegándose al primero, le dijo: "Hijo, vete hoy a trabajar en la viña." 29.Y él respondió: "No quiero", pero después se arrepintió y fue." Mateo, 21 - Bíblia Católica Online
El primer hijo respondió a su padre: "No lo haré;" cuando se le pidió que fuera a la viña.
Cambiar de opinión; y lo que es más importante, cambiar de corazón, puede ser un acto de humildad.
Cuando nos damos cuenta de que necesitamos hacer un cambio, debemos repensar y reelaborar nuestro camino, y debemos hacerlo con humildad y en verdad.
El diccionario Webster define la humildad; como “persona no orgullosa, no altiva, no arrogante, ni asertiva; reflexiona, expresa u ofrece, con un espíritu de deferencia o sumisión".
Así como Jesús se vació y se humilló, pidamos la gracia de la humildad, la gracia de dejar ir nuestros planes, ideas y caminos. Alejémonos de nuestros pecados y vayamos hacia Cristo y vaciémonos de nosotros mismos, ya que esto produce la verdadera plenitud.
. . ."28.Ha abierto los ojos y se ha apartado de todos los crímenes que había cometido; vivirá sin duda, no morirá." Ezequiel, 18 - Bíblia Católica Online
"conduce en la justicia a los humildes, y a los pobres enseña su sendero." Salmos, 25 - Bíblia Católica Online
. . . "8.y se humilló a sí mismo, obedeciendo hasta la muerte y muerte de cruz." Filipenses, 2 - Bíblia Católica Online
"Un hombre tenía dos hijos. Llegándose al primero, le dijo: "Hijo, vete hoy a trabajar en la viña." 29.Y él respondió: "No quiero", pero después se arrepintió y fue." Mateo, 21 - Bíblia Católica Online
El primer hijo respondió a su padre: "No lo haré;" cuando se le pidió que fuera a la viña.
Cambiar de opinión; y lo que es más importante, cambiar de corazón, puede ser un acto de humildad.
Cuando nos damos cuenta de que necesitamos hacer un cambio, debemos repensar y reelaborar nuestro camino, y debemos hacerlo con humildad y en verdad.
El diccionario Webster define la humildad; como “persona no orgullosa, no altiva, no arrogante, ni asertiva; reflexiona, expresa u ofrece, con un espíritu de deferencia o sumisión".
Así como Jesús se vació y se humilló, pidamos la gracia de la humildad, la gracia de dejar ir nuestros planes, ideas y caminos. Alejémonos de nuestros pecados y vayamos hacia Cristo y vaciémonos de nosotros mismos, ya que esto produce la verdadera plenitud.
Follow along during the Mass
To view the Livestream of our 8:45 AM & 7:00 PM Masses, visit our Facebook page.
Readings, in English, may be located on our Parish News. To view full readings, please click here.
To view the Livestream of our 8:45 AM & 7:00 PM Masses, visit our Facebook page.
Readings, in English, may be located on our Parish News. To view full readings, please click here.
FR. MARK'S REFLECTIONS AND ARTICLES / REFLEXIONES Y ARTÍCULOS DEL P. MARK
ABC with FATHER MARK
Dear Parishioners,
In February, just before the quarantine began, I gave the first and only part of a series of talks called “ABC: Art, Books, and Culture”. I explained the delightful short story by Annie Dillard entitled: “An Expedition to the Pole.”
This week I would like to continue our series by summarizing my favorite book: “A Story of a Soul” which is the autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux. Please join me this Wednesday, September 30 at from
6:30-7:30 PM in front of our community center. It will be for me a joyful way to celebrate the vigil of the Feast of St. Therese, October 1, which is also my birthday!
To attend the event, please make a reservation on our website or by calling our parish office, because we are limited to 100 attendees. The event will be livestreamed for those who want to watch from home.
To prepare for the event, you can read the book yourself, which is available in PDF form on the internet (search “Story of a Soul pdf”), and you may also read an article I wrote which is available at the following link:
www.presentationchurch.net/parish-news.html (click on Fr. Mark’s Reflections)
From beginning to end, the “Story of a Soul” is about God’s mercy. At the very beginning, she explains that she is writing because she was ordered to do so by the Mother Superior of her convent, but also because she must sing of God’s mercy: “Our Lord has deigned to make me understand that by simple obedience I shall please Him best. I begin therefore to sing what must be my eternal song: "the Mercies of the Lord." Then her entire book is about her “little way” of total confidence in God’s tender mercy. She truly believed that if it were not for God’s mercy, she would have become the greatest of sinners. She felt that she had no merits of her own, and so she offered herself as a “victim” for God’s Merciful Love. She said that God was like a loving father who would certainly forgive her if she threw herself into his arms and said, “Punish me with kisses”! Even on her deathbed, when she became aware of another sin, she was filled with joy because it meant that she could offer that sin also to God’s mercy!
The readings for today’s Sunday Mass are about mercy. Our Psalm response is “Remember your mercies, O Lord.” (Psalm 25:6-7) Then in today’s Gospel reading, Jesus warns us that sinners sometimes enter heaven easily: “Amen, I say to you, tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God before you.” (Matthew 21;31) Jesus is telling us that St. Theresa’s way works! Even if we are great sinners, we can trust completely in his mercy, as St. Therese did. Join us Wednesday evening for a journey of exploration into God’s merciful love!
Sincerely,
Fr. Mark
To read Fr. Mark's articles, please click on the links below.
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux
ABC with FATHER MARK
Dear Parishioners,
In February, just before the quarantine began, I gave the first and only part of a series of talks called “ABC: Art, Books, and Culture”. I explained the delightful short story by Annie Dillard entitled: “An Expedition to the Pole.”
This week I would like to continue our series by summarizing my favorite book: “A Story of a Soul” which is the autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux. Please join me this Wednesday, September 30 at from
6:30-7:30 PM in front of our community center. It will be for me a joyful way to celebrate the vigil of the Feast of St. Therese, October 1, which is also my birthday!
To attend the event, please make a reservation on our website or by calling our parish office, because we are limited to 100 attendees. The event will be livestreamed for those who want to watch from home.
To prepare for the event, you can read the book yourself, which is available in PDF form on the internet (search “Story of a Soul pdf”), and you may also read an article I wrote which is available at the following link:
www.presentationchurch.net/parish-news.html (click on Fr. Mark’s Reflections)
From beginning to end, the “Story of a Soul” is about God’s mercy. At the very beginning, she explains that she is writing because she was ordered to do so by the Mother Superior of her convent, but also because she must sing of God’s mercy: “Our Lord has deigned to make me understand that by simple obedience I shall please Him best. I begin therefore to sing what must be my eternal song: "the Mercies of the Lord." Then her entire book is about her “little way” of total confidence in God’s tender mercy. She truly believed that if it were not for God’s mercy, she would have become the greatest of sinners. She felt that she had no merits of her own, and so she offered herself as a “victim” for God’s Merciful Love. She said that God was like a loving father who would certainly forgive her if she threw herself into his arms and said, “Punish me with kisses”! Even on her deathbed, when she became aware of another sin, she was filled with joy because it meant that she could offer that sin also to God’s mercy!
The readings for today’s Sunday Mass are about mercy. Our Psalm response is “Remember your mercies, O Lord.” (Psalm 25:6-7) Then in today’s Gospel reading, Jesus warns us that sinners sometimes enter heaven easily: “Amen, I say to you, tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God before you.” (Matthew 21;31) Jesus is telling us that St. Theresa’s way works! Even if we are great sinners, we can trust completely in his mercy, as St. Therese did. Join us Wednesday evening for a journey of exploration into God’s merciful love!
Sincerely,
Fr. Mark
To read Fr. Mark's articles, please click on the links below.
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux
DIOCESE OF STOCKTON/DIÓCESIS DE STOCKTON
Bishop Cotta's Corner
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To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for September 2020, click here (English). To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for September 2020, click here (Spanish). To view the Rosary Army's guide on how to pray the rosary, click here (English) To view the Rosary Army's guide on how to pray the rosary, click here (Spanish) To read Bishop Cotta's COVID-19 Update, click here (English). To read Bishop Cotta's COVID-19 Update, click here (Spanish). |
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To view the California Bishops Initiative to Address Personal, Collective Sin of Racism, please click here.
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“Our Lady showed us a great sea of fire which seemed to be under the earth. Plunged in this fire were demons and souls in human form.... ”
(Lúcia dos Santos, Visionary of Fátima)
The terrifying and horrific vision of hell, which the Shepherd Children witnessed, “lasted but an instant.” Lúcia tells us: “We looked up at Our Lady, who said to us, so kindly and so sadly: ‘You have seen hell where the souls of poor sinners go. When you pray the Rosary, say after each mystery: O my Jesus, forgive us, save us from the fire of hell. Lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need.’”
Our Lady instructed the Little Shepherds: “Sacrifice yourselves for sinners, and say many times, especially whenever you make some sacrifice: ‘O Jesus, it is for love of You, for the conversion of sinners, and in reparation for the sins committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary.’”
To view the bishop's full letter, please click here.
(Lúcia dos Santos, Visionary of Fátima)
The terrifying and horrific vision of hell, which the Shepherd Children witnessed, “lasted but an instant.” Lúcia tells us: “We looked up at Our Lady, who said to us, so kindly and so sadly: ‘You have seen hell where the souls of poor sinners go. When you pray the Rosary, say after each mystery: O my Jesus, forgive us, save us from the fire of hell. Lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need.’”
Our Lady instructed the Little Shepherds: “Sacrifice yourselves for sinners, and say many times, especially whenever you make some sacrifice: ‘O Jesus, it is for love of You, for the conversion of sinners, and in reparation for the sins committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary.’”
To view the bishop's full letter, please click here.
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Bishop Cotta has made an Address on the Suffering of Lebanon After the Port of Beirut Explosion.
My Dear People of God, As the Church of the Diocese of Stockton, I ask that you join me in prayer for the people of Beirut, Lebanon. As they mourn for loved ones who perished in the event of the massive explosion in the port district of Beirut, we ask Our Lady of Lebanon, and the prayers of St. Sharbel, for comfort and hope for those whose lives have been devastated. Let us keep in mind Fr. Ghattas Khoury and the Maronite Community, here in our Diocese of Stockton during this difficult time. Also, please continue to pray for our Chaldean brothers and sisters and the long-suffering situation of the Church in Iraq. We pray for peace and stability in the Middle East. God, have mercy on us, especially, during this time of tribulation and uncertainty. Our Lady of Lebanon, pray for us. St. Sharbel, pray for us. Amen. In the Peace of Christ, Bishop Myron J. Cotta Additional resources may be found on the following website: https://www.usccb.org/es/node/48786.
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Grow Your Faith
The School of Ministry Office has decided to provide courses online for the 2020-21 course year. Sessions for the Ministry Formation Courses (ITM and TLM) will be given through a partnership with Dayton University. Scripture will be given via zoom through the School of Ministry. There are no Specializations currently programmed.
To view the courses being offered for 2020-2021, please click here.
To view the courses being offered for 2020-2021, please click here.
Pre-Registration for the upcoming Scripture Institute (Bible Study) course is open. This course will cover the New Testament Foundations: Jesus and Discipleship. Orientation will be on Wednesday, October 21, 2020. Sessions will be online via Zoom from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm on Wednesday nights. To pre-register and/or for more information click on the link below or contact our office at 209-546-7630 or via email at som@stocktondiocese.org.
To visit the Diocese of Stockton School of Ministry - Scripture Institute Course webpage, click here. |
To visit the Diocese of Stockton School of Ministry - Formation in English webpage, click here.
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FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTION The Church of the Presentation Food Pantry is currently distributing food on the first and third Saturdays of the month. The October distribution dates are October 3rd and October 17th. The Food Pantry drive-thru will begin at 7:00 AM and run until approximately 8:30 AM, or until there is no food remaining. During the current Covid-19 pandemic the Food Pantry is utilizing a drive-thru approach where people will STAY in their cars and the food will be placed in their trunks. There will be no physical contact. |
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MEET OUR NEW FOOD PANTRY
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR! Mara Bernardo was born in Sacramento, CA, relocated to Chicago IL in her adolescence and returned to her hometown in 2014. Mara now resides in Stockton with her husband and two sons. Mara has always felt a special connection to the holy sacraments and thoroughly enjoys attending Mass, learning about our Holy Family, praying for her family and spending time in the Lord’s presence. Strong seeds of faith were planted in her heart through her Grandparents, Parents and Catechism teacher as a child. As a child, Mara would help those in need frequently with both of her Grandmother’s during school breaks and holidays. Food and nutrition have always been a passion of hers ever since she can remember. Mara has been a Clinical Registered Dietitian in an acute setting for almost five years, completed her education from Benedictine University in Lisle, IL and University of Chicago Medicine. Mara is also board certified in Oncology Nutrition and provides services as the Lead Dietitian in the Cancer Center. She is extremely excited to serve God in her community and grow closer to Jesus daily. Mara’s nutrition philosophy is what we feed ourselves impacts us not only physically but also mentally, emotionally and spiritually. |
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DRIVE-THRU FOOD DROP OFF Our community never ceases to show what it means to put faith into action! The Social Justice Committee, along with our Food Pantry, did a fantastic job organizing this event to help the growing number of vulnerable families in our community due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you to everyone who donated food and time in support of those in need! Our community is AMAZING and a BLESSING! To see more pictures from the event, click here. |
Dealing with COVID-19
We all face challenges during this time of global pandemic due to COVID-19 and our Pastoral and Social Services Ministry is here for you. If you or someone you know is feeling confused, lonely, and/or afraid it is OK. You are not alone. Susan Dobson, in our Pastoral and Social Services Ministry, is here to help you. The office is open to all at any time (by phone or Face Time or Zoom for meetings.)
To request an appointment with our Pastoral and Social Services Ministry, call for an appointment: 209-320-5733 or please click here (requests are kept confidential).
Maybe you are not aware that you are grieving. To see some of the common symptoms associated with grieving, click here. You may also visit our DEALING WITH COVID-19 page for additional resources and messages during these challenging times.
To request an appointment with our Pastoral and Social Services Ministry, call for an appointment: 209-320-5733 or please click here (requests are kept confidential).
Maybe you are not aware that you are grieving. To see some of the common symptoms associated with grieving, click here. You may also visit our DEALING WITH COVID-19 page for additional resources and messages during these challenging times.
Region XI which includes Diocese of Stockton's Hispanic Ministry, participated in putting together a video about Covid-19. A Representative from each Diocese in the Episcopal Region XI is speaking and encouraging people to follow the protocols, motivating them to keeping their families safe and at home, educating the public and asking to care for the health of all in our communities.
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Servicios de Caridades Catolicas, Diocesis de Stockton:
COVID-19. PROGRAMAS DE ASISTENCIA Ofrecemos asistencia financiera a personas que han sido afectadas por Covid-19 y que tienen acceso limitado a otros recursos. Esta ayuda es para renta, utilidades, comida y otras necesidades básicas. (los fondos son limitados). (209) 444-5940 o igalindo@ccstockton.org PROGRAMA DE CONSEJERIA Se ofrece breve interveción de consejería a travez de plataformas seguras para apoyar a quienes experimentan estrés económica, social y emocional causados por la crisis de Covid-19. (209) 340-3218 o eprado@ccstockton.org (en los condados de San Joaquin y Estanislaos) (209) 396-6953 o cjohnson@ccstockton.org (en los condados de Calaveras y Tuolumne) |
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Reaching out to our parishioners
We are calling our parishioners to check in and see how they are doing. However, we do not have current phone numbers for everyone. This is a good time to call the Ministry Center (209-472-2150) to update your contact information. Thank you. Know you are in our prayers.
View Our Recorded Celebrations and Messages
Our liturgical celebrations and messages may be found on our Facebook page and our YouTube channel. Be sure to subscribe to get notifications of new videos.
rECORDINGS OF Mass
A Livestream of Mass is available each Sunday along with various other Liturgical celebrations being Livestreamed throughout the week. You may watch live on our Facebook page. The recordings may also be located on our YouTube channel after the Livestream has ended. The English Mass is celebrated at 10:30 AM and the Spanish Mass is celebrated at 2:15 PM.
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9TH ANNUAL SUMMER FAITH-FORMATIONWhat was covered during the Faith-formation session:
- Are we at war? - If so, who is our enemy? - And how can we win this battle? For a document to follow along with Fr. Joe's 9th Annual Summer Faith-Formation, please click here. |
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In the above YouTube videos, Fr. Mark reflects and discusses 'meditating like a monk'. He encourages us to take this time, where we are sheltering in place, to practice mental prayer or meditation. To learn more about meditation, watch Bishop Barron's reflection, by clicking on the on video to the right. |
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FATIMA AND THE BOOK OF ESTHER
Have you watched Fr. Mark's video on the correlations between Fatima and the Book of Esther? If you haven't, be sure to watch it! For a document that Fr. Mark has put together that goes hand-in-hand with his video, click here. To understand the Book of Esther, check out these two delightful online videos:
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AN ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION
My Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I long for You in my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. As though You have already come, I embrace You and unite myself entirely to You; never permit me to be separated from You. (Partial indulgence)
A PRAYER FOR PROTECTION IN TIME OF PANDEMIC
Please pray this prayer daily for an end to the Covid-19 pandemic.
O Mary, you always brighten our path as a sign of salvation and of hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick, who, at the Cross, took part in Jesus’ pain while remaining steadfast in faith. O loving Mother, you know what we need, and we are confident you will provide for us as at Cana in Galilee. Intercede for us with your Son Jesus, the Divine Physician, for those who have fallen ill, for those who are vulnerable, and for those who have died. Intercede also for those charged with protecting the health and safety of others and for those who are tending to the sick and seeking a cure. Help us, O Mother of Divine Love, to conform to the will of the Father and to do as we are told by Jesus, who took upon himself our sufferings and carried our sorrows, so as to lead us, through the Cross, to the glory of the Resurrection.
Amen.
Under thy protection we seek refuge, O Holy Mother of God. In our needs, despise not our petitions, but deliver us always from all dangers, O glorious and blessed Virgin. Amen.
(Adapted by the Knights of Columbus from the prayer by Pope Francis)
My Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I long for You in my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. As though You have already come, I embrace You and unite myself entirely to You; never permit me to be separated from You. (Partial indulgence)
A PRAYER FOR PROTECTION IN TIME OF PANDEMIC
Please pray this prayer daily for an end to the Covid-19 pandemic.
O Mary, you always brighten our path as a sign of salvation and of hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick, who, at the Cross, took part in Jesus’ pain while remaining steadfast in faith. O loving Mother, you know what we need, and we are confident you will provide for us as at Cana in Galilee. Intercede for us with your Son Jesus, the Divine Physician, for those who have fallen ill, for those who are vulnerable, and for those who have died. Intercede also for those charged with protecting the health and safety of others and for those who are tending to the sick and seeking a cure. Help us, O Mother of Divine Love, to conform to the will of the Father and to do as we are told by Jesus, who took upon himself our sufferings and carried our sorrows, so as to lead us, through the Cross, to the glory of the Resurrection.
Amen.
Under thy protection we seek refuge, O Holy Mother of God. In our needs, despise not our petitions, but deliver us always from all dangers, O glorious and blessed Virgin. Amen.
(Adapted by the Knights of Columbus from the prayer by Pope Francis)
Homilies (Audio Files)
Homilies from the live-streamed Sunday Masses are available by clicking on the below links.
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