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Today, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, traditionally called Corpus Christi. In the most recent revision of our liturgical rites, the name for this day is expanded to be a more complete reflection of our Eucharistic theology. We are a Eucharistic people, receiving sustenance from the Body and Blood of our Lord in the Eucharist so that we may be sent out as disciples, manifesting the Real Presence of Jesus in our lives as we build up the Body of Christ—the Church.

This week we return to the liturgical season of Ordinary Time. However, this Sunday and next Sunday are designated as solemnities—special days that call our attention to the central mysteries of our Faith. Today, on the first Sunday after Pentecost, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. This feast invites us to consider what we believe about God, who has revealed Himself to us in the Trinity—one God in three Persons.

The Parish Office will be closed Monday, May 27, 2024 in observance of Memorial Day

The season of Easter concludes today with the Solemnity of Pentecost. On Pentecost, we celebrate the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles gathered in the Upper Room in Jerusalem. The descent of the Holy Spirit marks the beginning of the Church. As a community of faith, we are empowered by the Holy Spirit to “go out into the world to proclaim the Gospel message.”

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY to all of our Moms. May your special day be filled with God’s blessings as we, your children, honor you on this your special day. Of course, we should always pay respect, love, and honor to our mothers, not only on Mother’s Day, but every day. I will remember all mothers, living and deceased, at every Mass this weekend. There will be a special blessing for all mothers on this day as well.

We continue to celebrate the Easter season, reflecting on the Paschal Mystery unfolding before us. Jesus focuses our attention on love being at the heart of discipleship. In a unique way the risen Lord is with us here today as we gather in faith, in the ministers and in each other, in God’s word proclaimed, and in His Body and Blood we received. As disciples of Jesus, we grow closer to Jesus and His mission by sharing God’s love with others. As we go about our day/week, may we bring the risen Lord with us wherever we go and whatever we do—striving always to give witness to His love.