From The Pastor’s Desk

May the grace and blessings of Our Lord Jesus Christ, who lights our path to eternal life, be with you!

As of today, the football season is officially over. The Super Bowl will be held tonight determining the champion of the National Football League. Unfortunately, our Eagles are not on the Super Bowl ticket. Hopefully next year. So, Eagles fans: “Keep Hope Alive!”

May we keep our city and various areas of the country who are experiencing this extended and unusual weather, in prayer. This kind of weather can affect people psychologically, emotionally, and physically. Lifting everyone in prayer will help everyone get through this period of time.

Next Wednesday is Ash Wednesday, the start of the season of Lent. It is a time to deepen our relationship with Jesus Christ and ask for his special presence on our spiritual journey. I invite you to join out Lenten devotions and reflections during the Lenten season.

We enter into the second week acknowledging and remembering Black History Month. It is important to recognize all African Americans who made an impact on our country, world, and communities. I encourage you to read up on people who made a difference and paved the way for millions of African Americans. We pray for future African American trail blazers. Did you know that the creation of Black History Month is 100 years old? It is important to keep recognizing Black History Month.

Our readings for today’s Mass remind us to be the salt of the earth and light of the world. We are called to be beacons of hope for our Church and each other. As we listen to the words of scripture, let us appreciate the metaphor of light in expressing what God asks us to do.

Peace and Blessings,
Msgr. Britto