Archive for May 2024

Sunday June 2, 2024 I felt such gladness, an overflowing joy, as I helped Bishop Nguyen anoint our youth who received the Sacrament of Confirmation in May.  I trust our young people felt the strength and consolation of the Holy Spirit, the Advocate, that leads us to all truth in Christ Jesus.  The gentle pull…

Sunday May 26, 2024 How long have you been members of St. Joachim Parish and what do you value? Leonor and I, Francisco, have been in the parish for 17 years.  We feel this is our house.  We like the life of prayer in our community and fellowship with other ministers. Everyone was praying for…

Sunday May 19, 2024 Pentecost, “… and They Were All Filled with the Holy Spirit.” The painting of Pentecost by El Greco shows the fire of the Holy Spirit resting upon each of the disciples.  I encounter the Spirit of the Risen Lord through the inspiration I find in so many of you!  Nearly one…