“Therefore, encourage one another and build one another up, as indeed you do.”
— 1 Thessalonians 5:11
“‘Speak, LORD, for your servant is listening.’
Lord, You alone have the words of eternal life.”
— 1 Samuel 3:9; John 6:68
Whether in the Old Testament or the New Testament, the virtue of charity shares a common thread: love means imitation. The first three commandments of the Ten Commandments concern love of God, while the remaining seven concern love of neighbor. Why does love of God come first? Because God is love. Unless we remain in God's love, we cannot truly understand what love is or how to love others.
In the Book of Exodus, God calls the Israelites to treat foreigners, orphans, and widows with kindness, reminding them that they, too, were once vulnerable people who received God's loving care. In other words, the Israelites are called to follow God's example in the way they care for those in need. Looking to—and learning from—the way God treats us provides the foundation for how we treat others. It is also the foundation of all the commandments.
St. Paul describes the Thessalonians as a model for believers throughout Macedonia and Achaia because they imitated the Lord and Paul.
In this sense, imitation is at the heart of Christian charity. As St. Paul writes, “Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ” (1 Corinthians 11:1).
Jesus sums up all the commandments in two: love God and love your neighbor. He also says that the second commandment is “like” the first (Matthew 22:37–39). The two are connected because we are called to love others in the same way that God loves us.
So, what does it mean to love your neighbor as yourself? It does not simply mean loving others in the same way you love yourself, or according to your own standards, preferences, and values. Rather, it means learning to love others by following the example of God's love.
This month, we are invited to pray the Holy Rosary, a beautiful way of walking with Mary through the life of Jesus.
Praying the Rosary is like holding Mary’s hand as we walk with her through Jesus’ life. As we pray, we are invited to pause, reflect on the mysteries of Christ’s life, and open our hearts to His love.
Together, let us take a moment to pray the Rosary for peace in our world and the salvation of humanity, entrusting our hopes and prayers to God through the intercession of Mary.
"To pray the Rosary is to hand over our burdens to the merciful hearts of Christ and His mother."
— St. John Paul II
If you’re new to the Rosary or would like some gentle guidance, you’re welcome to pray along with our Rosary Prayer Guides.
This month, we are invited to pray that mental health ministry may be established throughout the Church, helping to overcome the stigma and discrimination faced by people living with mental illnesses.
Date: Every Wednesday
Time: 3:00–4:30 PM
Date: Every Friday
Time: 7:30–9:00 PM
All parishioners are warmly invited to join us as we learn more about Sacred Scripture and grow together in faith.
Date: Friday, 30 October 2026
Time: After the 7:00 AM Mass
The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed for quiet adoration until 11:45 AM, followed by Benediction.
Everyone is warmly welcome to stop by whenever you are able. You can pray, rest, or simply spend time quietly in His presence.
Date: Saturday, 31 Oct 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Everyone is warmly invited to join us in giving thanks to God and praying for our priests as they begin their ministry.
Catechumenate Classes for Baptism Next Year
If you are considering Baptism next year, you are warmly invited to learn more and join the Catechumenate classes.
For more information, please see Richard after Mass.
Whether you enjoy singing, playing an instrument, assisting at the altar, or helping in other ways, your gifts can make our Mass more beautiful.
Ways to Serve: Choir & Instrumentalists | Cantors | Altar Servers | Collectors | Other Ways to Serve Welcome
If you feel called to share your gifts, we would love to welcome you.
Join us in sharing your gifts and making Mass a joyful experience for all.
Donation boxes are available at the back of the church — on the right, left, and near the stairs.