Updates From Father Michael – May 9, 2020
This is a Mother’s Day weekend unlike all others. Usually
we would have the last of our First Communions and then all the children would
return on Sunday for the Crowning of Mary. This year I will Crown Mary all by
myself. Then on Mother’s Day, many would go to visit their mothers and
grandmothers. But, for safety’s sake, this may not happen in many cases. So
many of you are trying to protect elderly parents. Please know that all of you
are in our prayers. We will offer Mass this Sunday and indeed all Masses this
week for our Mother’s Day Intentions. Please remember that Mother’s Day cards
are available at the doors of our church. Intention envelopes can be mailed or
dropped in the SVDP box at the entrance to the church.
At each Mother’s Day Mass, we would offer a special
blessing. I will offer it to you now:
“Loving
God, as a mother gives life and nourishment to her children, so you watch over
your Church. Motherhood is your gift to the world. Bless these women, that they
may be strengthened as Christian mothers. May they always turn to the Blessed
Mother as their model and guide in this special vocation. Let the example of
their faith and love shine forth. Grant that we may honor them always with a
spirit of profound respect. Grant this blessing through Christ our Lord. Amen.”
Tonight,
would have been our School Gala, honoring many of our Parochial Vicars who have
served our school well over the years. Please pray for them and pray for our
school! Also, offer a prayer for Father Chris Argano as he celebrates his 11th
Anniversary of Ordination today.
God
bless you and stay safe!
