21st SUNDAY in ORDINARY TIME

Gospel: Luke 13:22-30 

Entering the narrow gate to salvation is not guaranteed by privilege or tradition
(those who perceive themselves to be first),
but guaranteed by openness to the in-breaking of the Messiah (those who perceive themselves to be last).
The gate is narrow because the way is difficult—journeying with Jesus leads to Jerusalem and the cross.
The strength needed to persist on this journey comes from eating and drinking the Body and Blood of Christ. 

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE CARE OF CREATION 

On September 1, 2025, the Holy Father's message for the 10th Annual World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation is too be issued.
The theme of this World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation is 

“Seeds of Peace and Hope.” 

This ecumenical initiative is to be celebrated from September 1 to October 4, 2025, to remind us that,
“together with prayer, determination and concrete actions are necessary if this ‘cares of God' is to become visible to our world.” -Pope Leo 

The theme of this World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, was chosen by our beloved Pope Francis.
On the tenth anniversary of the establishment of this Day of Prayer,
which coincided with the publication of the Encyclical ‘Laudato Si’,
we find ourselves celebrating the present Jubilee as “Pilgrims of Hope.” 

This year’s theme thus appears most timely. 

HOLY HOUR POSTPONED 

Wednesday evening Holy Hour will be postponed until the Wed. 

following Labor Day (Sept. 3rd). 

Confessions will still be available on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 PM