SaintMichaelParish

There is a moment — when a soldier steps forward knowing what lies ahead — that time itself seems to hold its breath.

We call today Memorial Day. But "memorial" means more than memory. It means witness. It means we were here, and we will not forget what was done for us.

The Church has always understood sacrifice not as defeat, but as the highest expression of love. Every one of us is called to lead lives that are sacrificial, selfless, and wholly self-giving — courageously and completely laying our lives down for others, imitating the Good Shepherd's commitment to His flock. The men and women we honor today answered that call in the most total way imaginable.

In the words of St. Francis of Assisi: "Remember that when you leave this earth, you can take with you nothing that you have received, only what you have given: a full heart enriched by honest service, love, sacrifice and courage."

They gave that full heart. Every last beat of it.

So today, before the barbecue, before the ballgame, before another moment passes — stop. Look up. Give thanks. And pray.

Eternal Father, receive the souls of those who fell in service to others. Grant them the peace of Your presence, and grant us the grace to be worthy of their sacrifice. Amen.

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SaintMichaelParish

We will have the opportunity for the entire month of June to encounter Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Fr. Jim explains more in this video message.

Blessings!

4 years ago | [YT] | 0

SaintMichaelParish

Making sure you received the update for this weekend's temporary Mass time change. Check out the recent update from Fr. Jim as he gives more details - https://youtu.be/VWlUmA3tDfE. Like, Comment, Share and Subscribe to get the word out. Be safe and stay hydrated! Blessings!

5 years ago (edited) | [YT] | 4

SaintMichaelParish

Celebrate the Third Sunday of Easter with us at 9:30am Pacific today! He is Risen... Alleluia! Alelluia!

5 years ago | [YT] | 5

SaintMichaelParish

☃️We have good news! We are open for Masses today! We know conditions are different throughout the city, so please use prudential judgment in determining if it is safe for you to travel today. If it is not, please stay home and join us for Livestream Mass at 9:30 am on our Parish Youtube channel. God bless.

✝️ WATCH AND PRAY: https://youtu.be/UEkh_WqRbes

5 years ago | [YT] | 5

SaintMichaelParish

"The people who sit in darkness have seen a great light;
on those dwelling in a land overshadowed by death,
light has arisen."

Join us for 9:30am Mass this morning!

WATCH & PRAY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFFzw...

5 years ago | [YT] | 5

SaintMichaelParish

Join us at 7pm Pacific as we pray a rosary for our nation.

5 years ago | [YT] | 1

SaintMichaelParish

Join us at 11:15pm tonight for a Holy Hour adoration with Fr Lou.

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