We are presented with a gospel passage
illuminating Jesus’ skill as a storyteller (a field,
the fine pearl, a net full of fish) using parables to
enter into peoples’ lives and imagination, into
their hearts.
Last month the Bishops of the United States consecrated our nation (on this our 250th Semiquincentennial) to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. Bishop Keehner issued a “pastoral letter” entitled God So Loved The World, reflecting on the meaning of the Sacred Heart of Jesus for our nation today.
In the coming week the priests who have been
reassigned will be moving to their new parishes and
assignments. Our newly ordained priest, Fr. Thomas
Kollasch will return to Rome for further studies
Many acronyms seem to be a common part of our
language. Within so many churches the acronym
“VBS” reflects the summertime gathering of
children for a period of days in a Christian
atmosphere of Vacation Bible School.
We welcomed Fr. Peter from the Diocese of
Lexington, Kentucky as our guest last weekend,
offering insight into ministry, people and faith
amongst the poorest area of Kentucky
Born in 1955, Robert Francis Prevost and growing up as a Sox fan in an ordinary Chicago neighborhood, his humble background prepared him for the priesthood and more specifically as an Augustinian missionary dedicated to the people of Peru.
“And behold, I am with you always, until the end of
the age.” (MT 28:20).
With that, Christ Jesus bid farewell to his disciples,
in the physical sense, as he ascended into the
heavens.
Mary and Elizabeth stand out as mothers,
profound in their patience, their trust, and the
vocation God intended for each regardless of their
respective age. Much the same, Hannah and
Naomi each had a certain faith and trust in God’s
providence for their calling as mothers.
Too quickly we have stepped into the month of
May with Mother’s Day, graduations, the start of
‘summer sports’, and veneration of Mary. The
tradition of dedicating the month of May to
Mary began in the 13th century.
Get ready for an action-packed week of faith, fun, and friendly competition! At Cathletics VBS, kids will grow stronger in their Catholic faith while learning what it means to set goals, aim for excellence, and live as disciples of Christ. June 15–18, 2026
Congratulations to those who will
receive their First Holy Communion; and to their respective
parents, thank you for sharing Catholic-Christian faith.
A few thoughts on the gift of the Eucharist that binds us
together
My sincere Thank you! for your thoughtfulness,
kind words and cards on my birthday. Having my
birthday fall on Easter is a true blessing; receiving
your kind words and support is a gift!
May I share a short Easter’story as told by Liberty
Phillips who befriended an elderly gentleman, Fiske
Hanley: Last week I had the wonderful privilege of
spending the afternoon with my fabulous and rugged
friend, World War Two veteran and Japanese POW,
Fiske Hanley