From The Pastor’s Desk

May the grace and blessings of Our Lord Jesus Christ, be with you!

The month of June is quickly coming to an end. This month was filled with celebrations from graduations, birthdays, anniversaries, baptisms, and perhaps cook-outs. As we close this month filled with blessings, we welcome the new month of July, also filled with celebrations and historical remembrance. May we take time out of our busy or not so busy loves and take in all that is happening in our country, our city and our personal lives.

Now that the summer months are upon us, remember to stay hydrated and cool. Remember to check in on our homebound parishioners.

I earnestly request your assistance regarding parishioners you haven’t seen. If there is a parishioner you haven’t seen in a while, check in on them, or let me know so I can check in on them. We are a community filled with concern for our parishioners. I appreciate your assistance on this matter.

On Saturday, our country will celebrate 250 years of liberty and the creation of a new country and government. While our country has its faults, we are fortunate to have religious freedom, free speech and other opportunities. May we recognize and celebrate the Independence of the U.S.; acknowledge its faults, and at the same time celebrate what we have.

The theme of our readings today is about offering ourselves in the name of Jesus in order to bring people to Jesus. Sometimes we need to let go of our ego so Jesus can truly work in and through us. Doing this means we are carrying a cross, but Jesus gives us the strength to do what he wants us to do. May we let go and let God.

Happy Founders Day! On July 1st we proudly celebrate 26 years of faith, fellowship and service. God has blessed our community as we have grown together in worship. We look forward with gratitude and hope as we continue building a church that is Viable, Vibrant, Visible, and Vital.

Peace and Blessings,
Msgr. Dr. Britto