X

Browsing the February 2020 archive of Fr John's Weekly Message

March 1, 2020, The 1st Sunday of Lent.

Posted by St. John the Evangelist Catholic Community on 2/29/20

March 1, 2020, The 1st Sunday of Lent.

Dear Friends,

The holy season of Lent has begun in earnest. This is the great time of year when we accompany the catechumens seeking reception into full communion in the

Catholic Church. We are indeed blessed to have some wonderful men ... Read More »

February 23rd, 2020, The Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted by St. John the Evangelist Catholic Community on 2/22/20

 Dear Friends,

In this week’s gospel from Matthew’s account of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus continues to challenge us in a monumental way with his invitation to “be perfect, just as your heavenly Father is perfect.” He posits the need to extend our capacity for love beyond that ... Read More »

February 16th, 2020, The Sixth Sunday in Ordinary

Posted by St. John the Evangelist Catholic Community on 2/12/20

February 16th, 2020, The Sixth Sunday in Ordinary

Time Dear Friends, Once again, you have proved your mettle! The overwhelming success of our International Festival was a resounding testimony to your love of neighbor and the catholicity of the Church. The highlight of the celebration was our collective witness ... Read More »

February 9th, 2020, The Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted by St. John the Evangelist Catholic Community on 2/05/20

Dear Friends

I would like to thank you again for being such wonderful parishioners, each a blessing to this vibrant community!  Your enthusiastic participation in so many of our programs and ministries is humbling, but my sincerest wish is that more of you will make the commitment to belong ... Read More »

February 2nd, 2020, The Presentation of The Lord

Posted by St. John the Evangelist Catholic Community on 2/03/20

Dear Friends

Last Sunday was a grace-filled day in our parish community as we solemnly celebrated the Sunday of the Word. I take this occasion to thank our Lectors and Cantors who tirelessly proclaim the Word and do so with joy. I am also grateful to all those who ... Read More »