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Jesus asks His disciples a question, “Who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter replied, “You are the Christ— the Son of the living God.” Simon Peter didn’t “figure out” Jesus’ identity on his own. Rather, it was revealed to Peter by God our Father. When we say “Amen”, let it be our personal affirmation of Peter’s answer to Jesus’ question.

Isaiah, the prophet, reminds us today that the Lord’s house is truly a “house of prayer for all people.” We are gathered here today in a house of prayer, and so we welcome all people who have come here today to join together to pray to God in praise, in petition, and thanksgiving.

Tuesday, August 15th is the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a Holy Day of Obligation. Vigil Mass at 5:00 P.M. on Monday, August 14th. Mass on August 15th will be at 6:30 A.M., 10:00 A.M., and 6:00 P.M.

Welcome Meeting for the parish High School Confirmation Preparation Program will take place on Sunday, August 20, 2023 starting after 11:00 am mass in Church. All students need to attend with a parent. Registration packets have been mailed out to enroll in our Confirmation preparation program. Students attending Catholic schools or students who were not enrolled in the CCD program (especially 9th graders) should contact the rectory for registration information.

This weekend we take up The Catholic Relief Services Collection to reveal Christ’s love to our brothers and sisters in need. This collection helps six (6) Catholic agencies to provide relief and support for struggling communities and to work for peace and reconciliation among our marginalized brothers and sisters here and around the world.

There is a ‘break” from the usual Sundays in Ordinary Time today. August 6 th is the Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord. It is a major feast, so when it falls on a Sunday, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Transfiguration. In Scripture’s symbolic language, mountains aren’t just places; they are experiences that put us closer to God. The Apostles, Peter, James, and John had a unique experience on top of the mountain; they experienced Jesus being transfigured before their eyes. Transfiguration promises that within our ordinary lives is the life changing presence of God, if only we listen for it.