“Hold fast to the memory of our father and brother, Francis…”—these words invite us into a year of grace rooted in remembrance, gratitude, and hope. As the Church reflects on the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, we are reminded that holiness is not distant or unattainable, but alive and present among us. Following the recently concluded Jubilee Year of 2025, which called us to be “pilgrims of hope,” the Church now opens a new chapter: the Year of Saint …
Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord’s Supper On Holy Thursday, we wash one another’s feet, as Jesus did for his apostles at the Last Supper centuries ago. Jesus gave us the Mandatum (Latin for mandate), the command to daily wash one another’s feet. We wash and we pray, serve in kindness, forgive eagerly, and show thanksgiving for all that is good and holy. Good Friday of the Lord’s Passion On Good Friday, we reverence the cross, saying, “Behold, behold the wood …
The Stations of the Cross — also known as the Way of the Cross, the Way of Sorrows, the Via Crucis, or the Via Dolorosa — is a cherished Christian devotion that invites the faithful to prayerfully remember the suffering and death of Jesus Christ on the day of his crucifixion. Rooted in the early pilgrimages of believers who walked the sacred streets of Jerusalem, the devotion reflects the traditional path Jesus journeyed toward Mount Calvary. The purpose of the …
by Kevin O’Brien, SJ Seeing with the Heart by Kevin O’Brien invites readers to move beyond merely looking at the world to truly seeing it as God sees it—with compassion, attentiveness, and love. Through spiritual reflections on prayer, relationships, suffering, and joy, Fr. O’Brien helps us recognize God’s presence in everyday life and respond more faithfully to its challenges. In a distracted and divided world, the book offers a gentle yet profound path toward deeper awareness, renewed hope, and a …
Why is a Faith Sharing Groups Jesus gathered a few friends and formed a community. Filled with the Spirit at Pentecost, they became unstoppable. And when we are unstoppable for Jesus, we discover true joy and lasting peace! The Faith Sharing Ministry invites people of all ages—families, singles, young adults, and anyone seeking deeper connection—to slow down, connect, and grow in faith together in the midst of busy lives. Through small, welcoming groups, we create space to explore how God …
Together in Mission is an annual appeal conducted by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, California. It is not your typical annual appeal — it is a collaborative effort that brings together the Catholic community, encouraging one another to sustain vital ministries and services in underprivileged parishes and schools — all in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Our parish goal in 2026 is $235,737. Let’s do our best to meet this goal as we face the challenges ahead. To …
The Giving Bank is seeking to hire a 37.5 -hour per week, non-exempt Support Services Assistant. The primary function of this position is of general labor to provide maintenance and logistical services to the Giving Bank, as well as to assist with other activities of the church when needed. There will be additional duties during the holidays (e.g., Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas). The Support Services Assistant will report to the Director of our office of Life, Justice, and Peace and …
Melannie Svoboda, SND
Journey in Faith: Our Path to Lent
With the rise of social media, we juggle countless responsibilities while comparing ourselves to everyone else’s highlight reels. We resist rest and neglect Sabbath—even when our souls are craving it. Yet Scripture is filled with women who lived under the same pressures, women whose stories reflect our own feelings of exhaustion and overwhelm. As you explore their lives, you’ll not only discover who they were but also uncover practical ways to find genuine rest and peace. What about you? Have …