Pentecost Sunday

Dear Parishioners,

The Easter Season concludes today with today’s celebration of the Feast of Pentecost. On Pentecost we celebrate the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles gathered in the upper room in Jerusalem. This event marks the beginning of the Church. The story of Pentecost is found in the first reading today from the Acts of the Apostles. We ourselves were filled with the Holy Spirit at our baptism, along with the gifts of the Holy Spirit. May the Holy Spirit energize us on our Christian journey of faith.

The Second Collection today is the Peter’s Pence Collection, a world-wide collection that supports the work of the Universal Church, including the work of the Holy See and the charitable works of Pope Francis.

On Monday, May 29th we celebrate Memorial Day, commemorating the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. We are forever grateful for their service to God and country.

Next weekend, June 3rd & 4th, is the Building Maintenance Fund collection.

Have a Blessed Summer Week!