St. Mary's

In moments of deep trial, when human remedies seem to fail, the light of divine hope shines brightest through the patronage of the faithful Apostle of impossible causes. Known for his powerful intercession and steady guidance, he stands as a compassionate companion for every soul facing overwhelming challenges, reminding us that no burden is too heavy when placed in the hands of God. May his enduring legacy inspire us to trust unwaveringly in the Lord’s providence, finding in every trial a renewed promise of grace, healing, and victory.

Recorrer el mundo llevando el mensaje de Cristo no fue para San Juan Pablo II solo una misión, sino un testimonio vivo de que la fe puede transformar el corazón de la humanidad. Su vida entera, marcada por el perdón, la defensa de la dignidad humana y un abandono filial a la Santísima Virgen, nos recuerda que el amor de Dios es una fuente inagotable de fortaleza capaz de renovar cualquier historia. Al meditar en los días de esta novena en su honor, entregamos nuestras batallas, familias e intenciones a su amorosa intercesión. Pedimos que su legado nos guíe para construir puentes de paz, abrazar el Evangelio con ardor y caminar cada día con la certeza de que nunca estamos solos.

In October, as we dedicate this month to the Holy Rosary, every prayer becomes a gentle invitation to pause, breathe, and rest our souls in the presence of God. Walking hand in hand with our Blessed Mother, we place our days and worries into her care, discovering in this simple devotion a quiet sanctuary from the noise of the world. As we pray this Rosary, we entrust our deepest joys, trials, and silent intentions into the Immaculate Heart of Mary. We ask her motherly intercession to draw us ever closer to Jesus, granting us the grace to live each day with steady faith, humility, and inner peace.

La vida de Carlo Acutis es un faro de luz que nos recuerda que la santidad es posible hoy, en medio de la juventud, la tecnología y la cotidianidad de nuestro tiempo. Con su fe sencilla y su amor apasionado por la Eucaristía —a la que llamaba su autopista al cielo—, Carlo nos enseña a no ser fotocopias de las modas del mundo, sino versiones originales del amor de Dios, usando cada talento para iluminar a los demás. Pedimos que su ejemplo nos inspire a poner a Jesús en el centro de nuestras vidas y a caminar hacia la eternidad con un corazón alegre, auténtico y lleno de esperanza.

Weekend Masses: Sat 8:30 am Shrine, 5:15 pm PAC Gym; Sun 8 am Shrine, 9:30 & 11:30 am PAC Gym, 7:30 pm Dickinson. Weekday Masses: Mon-Fri 8:30 am at various locations. Confession: Sat 3:30-4:30 pm PAC Room 218. Don't miss out on our various Mass schedules and confession times this week!

Deacon Appreciation Day is on Oct 11th. Show your gratitude and appreciation for our deacons who serve our community selflessly. Join us in prayer and celebration for their dedication to the Church.

Join us in praying for our deacons and their families this month, asking for God's grace and blessings upon them. Renewing their spirits and guiding them in their ministry within the Church. Let us support and uplift our deacons in prayer.

Oct 11: Movie Night; Oct 18: Annual UNO Tournament; Oct 25: Pumpkin Painting & Holy Rosary Night. Join us for these exciting events at Saint Patrick School, offering fun and fellowship for the school community.

The Saint Martha Ministry is seeking volunteers to provide meals for families in need, offering support during various life situations. If you are willing to help with meal preparation and delivery, please consider joining this ministry to support those in our community.

Masses this week: Saturday at 4:30 p.m.; Sunday at 7:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.; Weekdays at 8:00 a.m.; Eucharistic Adoration on Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Confessions on Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. and by appointment. Anointing of the Sick available for hospitalization, contact the Parish Office for arrangements.

On Columbus Day, special Mass at 8:00 a.m. Baptisms scheduled individually, often on Sundays at 12:30 p.m. PCCW Meeting on Wednesday at 6:00 p.m.

Parish Religious Education for K-8th grade on Sundays. Parish Thrift Shop opens on specific weekdays. Monthly Children's Rosary planned along with Knights of Columbus Social event.

Monthly Children’s Project Rachel contact available for assistance. Baptism preparation classes and Sacrament of Matrimony spiritual preparation. Weddings by appointment with prior contact.

Saint Teresa of Avila, a Doctor of the Church and master of the spiritual life, reveals to us that true prayer is simply an intimate conversation with the One who we know loves us. Her writings stand as a timeless guide into the interior castle of the soul, teaching us that in the quiet depths of our hearts, God abides as our steadfast friend, strength, and ultimate peace. As we journey through the days of this novena in her honor, we ask her intercession to kindle a passionate desire for prayer in our daily lives. May her courage and unwavering faith remind us that "God alone suffices," filling our hearts with trust, surrender, and deep spiritual clarity.

La vida de San Francisco de Asís es un canto luminoso a la humildad, al desprendimiento de lo superfluo y al amor apasionado por Cristo. En su abrazo a la pobreza y en su fraternidad con toda la Creación, nos enseña que la verdadera libertad y la paz del corazón nacen de despojarse de las vanidades del mundo para llenarse únicamente de la presencia de Dios. Que su ejemplo nos inspire a vivir con alegría sencilla, a reconocer el rostro del Señor en nuestro prójimo y a convertir nuestra vida cotidiana en un instrumento de su paz.

Weekend Masses: Saturday 8:30 a.m. at the Shrine and 5:15 pm at PAC Gym. Sunday Masses at 8 am at the Shrine, 9:30 & 11:30 am at PAC Gym, and 7:30 pm at Dickinson. Weekday Masses: Monday-Friday at various locations. Confession available on Saturdays from 3:30-4:30 pm at PAC Room 218.

Join in praying for vocations and the deacons of the parish. Deacon Appreciation Day is on October 11th. Additional prayers and support are encouraged for those discerning the call to the diaconate.

Saint Patrick School is hosting the new Ignatius Book Fair, featuring faith-focused titles for young readers. The fair starts on October 4th offering a variety of literature supporting students as children of God. Book Fair runs all week at designated times at the school library.

Events this week include a Rosary Rally on October 10th, a Pumpkin Painting activity on October 24th, and a Pumpkin Painting event for youth on October 29th. Parishioners are invited to participate in these engaging and enriching community activities.