Throughout history, the relationship between the Church and civil government has taken many forms. At times the Church has suffered persecution; at other times it has enjoyed cooperation or even become too closely identified with political authority. As Catholics, we seek the proper relationship between our responsibilities as citizens and our identity as disciples of Christ. Jesus himself gives us the model when he teaches us to "render to Caesar what is Caesar's and to God what is God's." This does not mean that we ignore political realities in the life of the Church or in our worship. Rather, it reminds us that while legitimate civil authority deserves our respect, our ultimate allegiance always belongs to God. READ MORE

On June 29, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, honoring two of the greatest apostles and pillars of the early Church. Though they came from very different backgrounds and had different missions, both faithfully proclaimed Christ and ultimately gave their lives for the Gospel in Rome. READ MORE

On the Friday following the Second Sunday after Pentecost (19 days after Pentecost), the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, a feast that draws our attention to the boundless love and mercy of Christ. We will celebrate this at our Friday, June 12 8:15am English Mass and 7pm Spanish Mass. Since it is a solemnity we will have a Gloria, two readings, and a creed (which are not common at Daily Masses). We will also have music.

This Sunday the Church celebrates one of the most beloved feasts of the liturgical year: Corpus Christi, the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. It is a day set aside to focus our attention on the greatest gift Christ left to His Church—the Holy Eucharist. While every Mass is centered on the Eucharist, Corpus Christi gives us an opportunity to deepen our gratitude and devotion to the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Blessed Sacrament. It is a celebration not only of what we receive, but of Who we receive. READ MORE