In May, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord. After Jesus rose from the dead on Easter Sunday, He remained on earth and appeared to many in resurrected form. After forty days (a number indicating preparation in the Bible), Jesus ascended into Heaven, leaving the mission of the Church under the care of the Apostles and promising to send the Holy Spirit as their guide on Pentecost.
Just before His ascension, Jesus commanded His disciples to “Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature.” This statement is called the Great Commission, which is also recorded in Matthew 28:18-20. His exhortation applies to us today just as much as it did to the original disciples. Jesus calls us to spread the gospel to everyone. In fact, at the end of every Mass we are sent out to bring Jesus to the world: “Go in peace, glorifying the Lord by your life.”
Jesus calls us to be His witnesses to the world by spreading the gospel. The Holy Spirit gives us everything we need to succeed!
Just before His ascension, Jesus commanded His disciples to “Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature.” This statement is called the Great Commission, which is also recorded in Matthew 28:18-20. His exhortation applies to us today just as much as it did to the original disciples. Jesus calls us to spread the gospel to everyone. In fact, at the end of every Mass we are sent out to bring Jesus to the world: “Go in peace, glorifying the Lord by your life.”
Jesus calls us to be His witnesses to the world by spreading the gospel. The Holy Spirit gives us everything we need to succeed!
Readings & Reflections for the Ascension of the Lord
Sunday, April 30, 2017, 12:45 PM - 4:00 PM
Witnesses to the Covenant
Of all the couples in Scripture, Abraham & Sarah and Joseph & Mary embody faith and trust in God's promises. They challenge us to witness to the mystery and wonder of God's designs, and God's action in our own marriages in a world in need of redemptive Love.
Witnesses to the Covenant
Of all the couples in Scripture, Abraham & Sarah and Joseph & Mary embody faith and trust in God's promises. They challenge us to witness to the mystery and wonder of God's designs, and God's action in our own marriages in a world in need of redemptive Love.
Thursday, May 4, 2017, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Faithful Fathering - Program Assessment
Faithful Fathering encourages and equips dads to be faithful fathers. A faithful father prioritizes his physical presence, is engaged emotionally, and leads spiritually by example. Come assess the Faithful Fathering program to see how it can be launched in our parish family.
Friday, May 5, 7:45 AM - 8:45 AM
First Friday Hour of Reparation
A devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Saturday, May 6, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Communal First Saturday Devotion
A devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Saturday, May 6, 2017, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Together in Holiness
"Together in Holiness" is an annual marriage conference that inspires and empowers couples to grow together in holiness. Spouses receive motivating insights and practical guidance for embracing a vibrant spiritual life in their marriage and family. Come and treat yourselves to this day of inspiring presentations, prayerful reflection and conversation with the one you love. You and your spouse deserve this!
Together in Holiness
"Together in Holiness" is an annual marriage conference that inspires and empowers couples to grow together in holiness. Spouses receive motivating insights and practical guidance for embracing a vibrant spiritual life in their marriage and family. Come and treat yourselves to this day of inspiring presentations, prayerful reflection and conversation with the one you love. You and your spouse deserve this!
Monday, May 8, 2017, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
St. Gianna's Hope Memorial Mass
Memorial Mass in remembrance of all stillbirths, miscarriages, and infants who are now in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father. There will be a Rosary to follow.
Saturday, May 13, 2017
Our Lady of Fatima - 100th Anniversary
In the year 1917, in a mountainous region at the center of Portugal, the Mother of God appeared six times to three young children. We commemorate Our Lady of Fatima each year on May 13th.
Saturday, May 13, 2017, 10:45 AM
Healing & Anointing Prayer Service
Sunday, May 14, 2017, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Pope Francis, Catholicism, and Climate Change
Parishioner Roger Ingersoll will share work and personal life experiences influenced by climate change and the pope’s call for more responsible stewardship of the created world on the 2 year anniversary of Laudauto Si.
Tuesday, May 16, 2017, 7:30 PM
Healing & Anointing Prayer Service
May 18, 2017, 12:00 AM - May 21, 2017, 12:00 AM
2017 ACTS Men's Retreat in English
Saturday, May 20, 2017, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Engaged Couple Orientation Session - 05-20-2017
Saturday, May 20, 2017, 8:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Baptism Preparation Class - English
St. Gianna's Hope Memorial Mass
Memorial Mass in remembrance of all stillbirths, miscarriages, and infants who are now in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father. There will be a Rosary to follow.
Saturday, May 13, 2017
Our Lady of Fatima - 100th Anniversary
In the year 1917, in a mountainous region at the center of Portugal, the Mother of God appeared six times to three young children. We commemorate Our Lady of Fatima each year on May 13th.
Saturday, May 13, 2017, 10:45 AM
Healing & Anointing Prayer Service
Sunday, May 14, 2017, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Pope Francis, Catholicism, and Climate Change
Parishioner Roger Ingersoll will share work and personal life experiences influenced by climate change and the pope’s call for more responsible stewardship of the created world on the 2 year anniversary of Laudauto Si.
Tuesday, May 16, 2017, 7:30 PM
Healing & Anointing Prayer Service
May 18, 2017, 12:00 AM - May 21, 2017, 12:00 AM
2017 ACTS Men's Retreat in English
Saturday, May 20, 2017, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Engaged Couple Orientation Session - 05-20-2017
Saturday, May 20, 2017, 8:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Baptism Preparation Class - English
Thursday, May 25, 2017, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
VIRTUS - Protecting God's Children
Pre-registration is required. As part of the Archdiocese’ commitment to ensure the safety of our children, the Archdiocesan Safe Environment Program requires that clergy, staff and volunteers (ages 18 and above) who have regular contact with children and youth are required to attend a VIRTUS workshop.
VIRTUS - Protecting God's Children
Pre-registration is required. As part of the Archdiocese’ commitment to ensure the safety of our children, the Archdiocesan Safe Environment Program requires that clergy, staff and volunteers (ages 18 and above) who have regular contact with children and youth are required to attend a VIRTUS workshop.